In this episode, double-board certified Dr. Amy Shah is here to explain the science of hormones, how they impact a woman's body, and more importantly, what you can do about it. If you’re tired of PMS, bloating, mood swings, hot flashes, the belly "bread basket," or the brain fog of menopause... grab your pen and get ready to take notes. Dr. Amy, a medical doctor trained at Harvard, Cornell, and Columbia, is an immunologist and leading expert in women’s hormonal health and nutrition. She is here to explain it all in a way that you can understand and apply to your life.   Today, Dr. Amy Shah reveals: What hormones are and how they work.What’s going on in a woman's body from first period to menopause.Why hormone therapy won’t help you lose weight.What 4 things you need to help you naturally boost estrogen.Why walking is better than HIIT or running if you’re in menopause.3 simple changes for a better night’s sleep.How sleeping in a pitch-dark room helps you lose weight.How to hack your 28-day cycle for more confidence and resilience.  I can’t wait for you to learn from Dr. Amy. You are going to feel so empowered! And please share this with all the women you care about in your life: your mothers, sisters, daughters, wives, and girlfriends, because we all deserve to know what the heck is going on and how to feel better in our bodies. Xo, Mel PS: For all of our readers who are men, do NOT stop reading. You have to live with us, so this will help you too. (And will make you wonderful when you forward it to all the women in your life). Plus this research and advice on hacking hormones is just downright fascinating! In this episode, you’ll learn:02:27: Why the hell do I always feel so tired? 04:52: What happens in our bodies during PMS and menopause?09:10: Best metaphor to help you understand what’s going on in your body.11:37: How to optimize your health in every phase of hormone change.15:02: When in your cycle you should train and eat like an athlete.17:03: What is really happening with your hormones during pregnancy?21:09: Where the heck did this muffin top come from?27:32: The top 5 health questions for Dr. Shah and her answers. 30:02: Did you know that PMS is a mini-menopause?34:06: Why sleeping in a cold, dark room will help you lose weight.38:42: Top 3 tricks that regulate your cravings.40:01: Why anxiety increases during PMS.46:48: What you need to know about hormone replacement therapy.56:12: Power nap or meditate at THIS time for best results.59:01: Why it’s way past time we start talking about women’s health.  Disclaimer

Why do you always crave dessert after dinner? Or a snack mid-afternoon?Today we’re digging into the science of cravings: -Why you have them-How to tell the difference between a craving and actual hunger-How to eat your way to better health and a happier life.Dr. Amy Shah is a double-board certified medical doctor with training from Cornell, Harvard, and Columbia Universities and an expert on intermittent fasting, hormones, and food cravings.  And today, I got you and me an appointment with her for free! Let’s friggin’ goooo!If you want to understand your body and how to make your metabolism work for you, Dr. Amy has the research and the tools to help you kick your cravings to the curb once and for all.In today’s episode, you will learn:*when to drink coffee in the morning so you stay energized all day*how cravings relate to dopamine and how to curb them so they never come back*why your sugar cravings are so strong and how to stop them*the truth about probiotics and which ones your body needs right now*what ghrelin and leptin are and why they are the secrets to a healthy metabolism*the shocking research that compares antidepressants to food and exercise*how to stop overeating Our bodies are complicated, but your health doesn’t have to be. Let Dr. Amy empower you to live a more vibrant, fulfilled, and energized life. In this episode, you’ll learn: 2:45: So what’s the difference between hunger and cravings?6:00: Many of our poor food choices are not our fault.19:30: So how do we fix our eating habits if we’re not always in control?20:30: Food and exercise are more effective than drugs for anxiety and depression?!23:20: So what are some of the foods that will boost natural hormones?28:30: Drinking enough water during the day makes you eat less.37:30: Here’s what food companies know about dopamine.41:40: Do this when you want to stop overeating.44:45: Why does dopamine work better when you reward yourself at random times?46:30: What are psychobiotics and how do they stop cravings?50:20: Here’s how your gut and your brain talk to each other and what that means.51:30: What exactly is the relationship between food and bacteria?55:15: So where do we start with supplements?57:30: The #1 probiotic that you should be adding to your days.59:30: How the hell do you get rid of your sugar cravings?1:03:30: Do you get enough sleep? Here’s why that matters.1:06:00 Why you should wait 45 minutes before you drink your coffee.1:08:10: This is what Dr. Amy thinks about intermittent fasting and how she does it.1:10:00: Eat a high-dopamine breakfast to start your day on the right track.  Disclaimer

Dr. Amy Shah, an expert in circadian rhythm, explains how aligning with our body's natural circadian rhythm can boost energy, reduce disease risk, and improve body composition. Topics include the impact of light exposure, benefits of intermittent fasting and sleep quality, influence of gut bacteria, collateral damage of the pandemic on mental health and obesity, importance of electrolytes, and the relationship between sleep, cravings, and weight loss.

Dr. Amy Shah, a double-board certified medical doctor trained at Harvard, Cornell, and Columbia University, shares her 5-step method to reset your gut health. She discusses the link between gut health and mental/physical health, the brain-gut connection, and the impact of stress on bloating. She also explains how gut health affects hormone health and the importance of natural fiber in the diet.

From our performance and concentration to our mood and decision-making skills, hunger can impact our lives in a myriad of ways. And at a time when the diet industry and processed food manufacturers are profiting billions of dollars per year, the basic human function of hunger has become a commodity. The good news is, there are real, evidence-based tools we can use to take control of our biology, overcome cravings, and stop excessive hunger. My friend Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified medical doctor and nutrition expert who takes an integrative and holistic approach to helping folks live healthier lives. She is one of the most knowledgeable experts in the emerging fields of circadian medicine and gut health. In her new book, I’m So Effing Hungry, she outlines how to utilize natural biological processes to combat overeating and food cravings. On this episode of The Model Health Show, Dr. Shah is back to share the latest studies on hunger hormones, how processed food hijacks our natural hunger signals, the role psychobiotics play in driving cravings, and so much more. What I love about Dr. Shah is her ability to convey her deep understanding of science and medicine in a straightforward and approachable way. Please enjoy this interview with the brilliant, Dr. Amy Shah! In this episode you’ll discover: What the hunger-obesity paradox is. How processed food consumption contributes to feelings of hunger. What neuropeptide YY is, and the role it plays in satiation. The role gut bacteria play in dictating your hunger and cravings. What hunger hijackers are. The link between mental health and ultra-processed foods. What the bliss point is. The connection between ultra-processed foods and dopamine. Main distinctions between hunger, cravings, and appetite. How the neurological pathways of cravings work (& how to change them)! The rising rates of mental health conditions. Why the human body is cyclical, & what chrononutrition is. How the hunger hormones ghrelin and leptin work. What leptin resistance is. The incredible science of psychobiotics. Dr. Shah’s professional opinion on obesity medications & GLP-1 agonists. How to incorporate dopamine and serotonin-rich foods into your diet. The link between sunlight exposure and satiety. Items mentioned in this episode include: Organifi.com/Model -- Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off! DrinkLMNT.com/model -- Get a FREE sample pack with any order! Cracking the Cardio Code with Don Saladino – Episode 645 I’m So Effing Hungry by Dr. Amy Shah Connect with Dr. Amy Shah Website / Instagram / Facebook / Twitter Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud Download Transcript  

THIS is a REVOLUTIONARY conversation about the INTERSECTION of YOUR BRAIN, GUT microbiome and FOOD!This podcast with Dr. Amy Shah is going to BLOW you away with her CUTTING-EDGE insights about YOUR HEALTH and the connection between your GUT BIOME and YOUR MIND. DR. SHAH has written two books and is beyond qualified as a double board-certified doctor and nutritional expert show has studied at Cornell, Harvard, AND Columbia University. In a fast-moving hour, DR. SHAH unlocks more mysteries about gut health, your immune system, the brain-gut-bacteria connection, and several other critical things you should know to help you feel and live better, including…💪🏽 Fermented food and the link to bacterial DOPAMINE💪🏽 How FOOD CRAVINGS are linked to our memories💪🏽 Six SUPERFOODS you should eat every day💪🏽 How processed foods affect your MOOD💪🏽 Why you need to eat MORE PROTEIN for peak health💪🏽 The right way and wrong way to fast, and the link to CIRCADIAN RHYTHMS💪🏽 Food and female HORMONE health💪🏽 What are PREBIOTICS and PSYCHOBIOTICS, and how they interact with your body💪🏽 The science behind FECAL TRANSPLANTS💪🏽 The link between gut health and EXERCISE💪🏽 Things you can do to SLEEP BETTER and should you take CBD or melatonin supplements to help you sleep better💪🏽 The truth about how much WATER and COFFEE you should drinkDr. Shah does an incredible job of SETTING THE TABLE with a commonsense approach to FOOD and GUT HEALTH.That's why you’re going to EAT UP THIS EPISODE if you’re looking for ways to live a more HEALTHY, HAPPY, and LONGER LIFE.Make sure you have a notepad open you're going to want to apply these STRATEGIES in your life TODAY so you can be HEALTHIER & HAPPIER tomorrow!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Amy Shah discusses the #1 free probiotic while highlighting the microbiome's impact on menopause. Topics include the connection between microbiome and perimenopause, the benefits of human connection on gut health, and simple dietary changes for better health.

Join gut health expert Dr. Amy Shah, longevity advocate Sergey Young, nutrition guru Dr. Layne Norton, and wellness specialist Shawn Stevenson as they explore the transformative power of gut health. Dr. Shah reveals the crucial mind-body connection, while Young shares breakthrough longevity tech. Dr. Norton emphasizes consistent habits for fitness, and Stevenson discusses how food influences mood and relationships. Together, they unlock secrets that can enrich your health and extend your lifespan!

Dr. Amy Shah, a scientist specializing in health and cravings, discusses understanding and controlling cravings, including the role of dopamine and the influence of gut bacteria on cravings and behavior. She also explains the power of gut bacteria in changing cravings, happiness, and decision-making, and introduces the concept of psychobiotics to alter the gut microbiome for mental state and behavior influence.

Dr. Aviva Romm and Dr. Amy Shah share insights on hormonal balance, gut health, and combating cravings. They discuss inflammation, endocrine disruption, self-compassion, and the importance of authentic connections. Also, they delve into optimizing gut health, managing cravings, and the impact of exercise on hunger and mood.