#203 Mastering Hormone Health and Lasting Fat Loss with Dr. Ashley Dwyer

Welcome back to another transformative episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Today’s show features the brilliant Dr. Ashley Dwyer, a licensed pharmacist and functional health coach specializing in helping women master hormone health for sustainable fat loss and well-being.

Dr. Ashley shares her inspiring personal health journey from being a retail pharmacist and competitive bodybuilder to experiencing burnout, hormonal dysregulation, and ultimately finding her passion for women’s hormone health through functional medicine. Together with Lisa, they delve deep into the lifestyle, training, nutrition, and mindset shifts needed for healing, why reinvention in your health journey (and career!) is vital, and practical strategies for conditions like PCOS, thyroid imbalance, and high cortisol.

If you’re looking for actionable advice to support your hormones, metabolism, and mental health—plus learn why strength training, stress management, and flexible nutrition matter—this inspiring episode is not to be missed!

So, grab your headphones, get comfortable, and prepare for a conversation rich with science-based wisdom, candid stories, and tips to help you feel (and live!) your best. Let’s get started!

Timestamps Overview:

• [00:00] - Introduction & Guest Welcome
• [00:40] - Dr. Ashley's Personal Health Journey: From Pharmacy to Functional Health
• [03:03] - Reinventing Yourself and Career Paths in Wellness
• [04:17] - Lifestyle Changes for Hormone Healing
• [08:11] - Timelines and Realities of Hormone Recovery
• [11:32] - The Power of Strength Training for Hormone Health & PCOS
• [12:46] - Natural Strategies for PCOS and Endometriosis
• [15:44] - Navigating High Cortisol: Mindset & Lifestyle Tools
• [19:44] - Setting Boundaries, Saying No, and the Power of Rest
• [21:24] - Why You Can’t “Eat, Train, and Party” Like Everyone Else
• [24:18] - Accepting Your Body’s Needs as You Age
• [27:42] - Practical Stress Management Techniques
• [30:22] - Hormone-Supportive Foods, Macros & Fiber Goals
• [33:02] - Bloodwork: What’s Needed & When to Test
• [34:55] - What’s New & Exciting for Dr. Ashley in 2025 and Beyond
• [37:37] - Where to Connect with Dr. Ashley Dwyer

Follow Dr. Ashley Dwyer:

• Instagram: @dr.dwyer
• Website: https://teambdncoaching.com

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