Girls Gone Wellness

On this episode of GGW, we sat down with naturopathic doctor, Dr. Kara Dionisio, ND to talk about all things menopause, sexual health, hormone testing, and covered all the topics you are too scared to bring up with your family doctor. Dr. Kara Dionisio ND, a self-described "menopause nerd," champions viewing menopause not merely as a biological milestone but as a significant opportunity for creating vibrant health. Her and her team at Dr. Kara & Associates provides evidence-based healthcare tailored to the needs of individuals in midlife and menopause. Additionally, she co-founded Menoverse, a platform designed to educate and empower the menopause journey with evidence-based resources and community engagement.Dr. Dionisio is a prominent speaker and mentor across North America and serves as a faculty member at The Confident Clinician. Here, she directs the Menopause Fellowship program, shaping the future generation of menopause healthcare specialists. Kara was among the first naturopathic doctors to receive the Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) designation in 2020. Residing on the shores of Georgian Bay with her feisty kids, her red bearded Irish dude, and their very beagly beagle, Dr. Dionisio warmly invites others to join her in redefining menopause as a pathway to vibrant and thriving health.You can find out more about Dr. Kara belowFollow Dr. Kara on Instagram Visit her website Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

On this episode, we talk with Keri Martin Vrbanac, Pelvic floor Physiotherapist. We discuss why everyone should care about their pelvic floor health, and what surprising conditions may have pelvic floor dysfunction as their root cause. We also discuss:How body image issues contribute to pelvic floor issuesPainful sex and how this has become normalized in our societyHow pelvic floor issues can be tied to constipationTips for strengthening/ relaxing your pelvic floor& so much more!You can connect to Keri below:Her clinic: www.abodyinmotion.caInstagram: @kerivpelvicptFacebook: Keri V Pelvic PTDon't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

On this weeks episode of Girls Gone Wellness, we sat down with author and naturopathic doctor, Dr. Laura Von Hagen, ND, to chat about her journey with infertility, navigating IVF in the middle of a global pandemic and how she helps her patients through what she calls, "the loneliest club to be in". Here's what we covered: what are the most common causes of infertility?when should I seek help for my fertility? why does the health of my partner matter so much? can I drink alcohol or smoke weed if I am trying to conceive? are plastics and endocrine disrupting chemicals the reason I cannot conceive? should I freeze my eggs? Is IVF my only option when it comes to infertility care? what can I do to improve my chances of conception? and so much more.Connect with Dr. Von Hagen here: instagram: click here website: click here    purchase "My PCOS Pregnancy": click hereDon't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

In this weeks episode of Girls Gone Wellness we talk to Kathryn Green, CNP on how to foster a healthy relationship with food amongst the craziness of social media's elimination diets and nutrition advice. We also talk about the pipeline to disordered eating and how it has almost become normalized in the health and wellness space.We talk about:What eating disorders are and how to spot if you or a loved one may be suffering from oneOrthorexia and how disorders eating has almost become normalized in the health and wellness spaceHow cutting out foods may actually worsen your health instead of help itThe connection between the mind and the gutCrazy nutrition trends that we all can't stand & why you shouldn't compare yourself to people on social media& so much more!Trigger warning: this episode discusses eating disorders and disordered eating. If you or your loved one is suffering from these please reach out to a licensed healthcare professional to get help.Connect with Kathryn here:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kathryngreenhealth?igsh=NnVycGVlZTFyeHI1Website:https://www.kathryngreenhealth.com/?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=socialBooking:West End Women's Health: https://westendwomenshealth.janeapp.com/?_ga=2.27996668.1371092468.1695987080-1323736754.1690545493&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwr7ayBhAPEiwA6EIGxIBrnooJ0kNN5jvxLAdYZPd8liMkYC8UECoUZLNALdJrM6oNUhtaqRoCSVMQAvD_BwE#WellByND:https://wellbynd.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/51?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=socialDon't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death in North America. However, there is a lot that we can do to decrease our risk. This week we have Dr. Alexandra Verge, ND on the show to debunk common myths we hear in the cardiovascular space as well as to let us know what we can do to decrease our risk all together. In this episode we cover:What is cardiovascular disease and why everyone should careWhy its important to care even more about your cardiovascular disease risk when you’re youngerWhy you don’t need 2g of salt in your electrolytes per dayThe deal on cholesterol and saturated fat in your diet and which one actually raise your cholesterol on blood workThe dangers of the carnivore dietWhy we need to change our conversation around everyone taking omega 3’sLifestyle factors you can implement today to decrease your riskAnd so much more!You can connect with Dr. Verge here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexvergend/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlexVergeND/Coming in Fall 2024:The Under Pressure Program: Your Hypertension BlueprintJoin the waitlist: https://kuraclinic.ac-page.com/under-pressure-girls-gone-wellness-podcastDon't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

On this episode of Girls Gone Wellness, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND, a Naturopathic Doctor and women's health advocate whose clinical practice focuses on women's health and hormones. Today, she chats with us all about optimizing fertility and why we should care about our fertility even if kids are not on the agenda anytime soon.Dr. Annaleeza Caputi, ND is dedicated to educating and empowering women to take control of their healthcare and make informed, evidence-based decisions to meet their goals. A graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, she believes that you don't need to feel limited by your health. Her recent passion and focus on fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum care came from her own experience as a first-time mom to two beautiful twins. Dr. Caputi aims to close the gap for mothers in an underperforming healthcare system and provide the support they deserve through their motherhood journey.In today’s episode, we covered how to know if you're fertile and how to better understand your cycle in the context of fertility. We also discussed how to prep your body for conception, infertility, birth control, irregular periods, having babies later in life, environmental toxins, and debunked some of the wildest fertility myths out there. Whether you're looking to enhance your understanding of fertility or seeking practical advice, this episode offers invaluable information to support your journey toward optimal well-being.You can connect with Dr. Annaleeza Caputi below:Book with Dr. Caputi in Guelph at Natural Choice Medical ClinicBook with me in Port Credit at the Root Natural Health Clinic.For the online dispensary, click here.Instagram: @drannaleezacaputindWebsite: www.drannaleezacaputind.comDon't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

Have you ever considered that you might be wrong? It’s time we debunk the myths and misconceptions surrounding naturopathic and integrative medicine, with the legendary mythbuster herself, Dr. Jordan Robertson, ND. Dr. Robertson is on a mission to elevate integrative and naturopathic medicine to the standards of care that conventional medicine practices while simultaneously solving the unpaid research-labour crisis of Naturopathic Doctors. With a 15-year career in facilitation, research inquiry and critical appraisal at McMaster University, Jordan has taught thousands of students how to be better communicators, work in teams and research nutrition, integrative care, medicine and “space medicine” (that last one while co-facilitating a course with NASA). Jordan is the founder of The Confident Clinician, a database, clinical decision making tool and home for over 700 full-time members, 60 fellows in her leadership program and over 5000 clinician subscribers to her free integrative magazine, The Stacks. She’s known for helping clinicians see their own potential, inspiring curiosity, vulnerability and “mind-changing” and for giving clinicians the push they need to become the best at what they do.Tune in as we uncover how Dr. Robertson is reshaping the landscape of Naturopathic and integrative medicine, offering invaluable insights that resonate with both practitioners and health enthusiasts alike. If you’re a naturopathic medical student, she gives some incredible advice towards the end of the episode. Connect with Dr. Robertson below:Instagram: drjordanndConfident clinician instagram: theconfidentclinicianclubThe Confident Clinician: https://confidentclinicianclub.com/Website: https://drjordannd.com/Podcast: Women's Health Unplugged (Spotify & Apple podcasts)Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

In this epsiode  we dive into the nuances of perimenopause and its impact on mood with Dr. Laurie Alpert, Naturopathic Doctor. We explore the foundational pillars of health—such as exercise and a balanced diet—and their crucial role in managing symptoms and supporting overall well-being during perimenopause. Furthermore, we discuss the role of hormone therapy and antidepressants in managing symptoms effectively and improving quality of life. Additionally, we delve into the often-overlooked topic of sexual health during perimenopause. Dr. Alpert sheds light on common issues and approaches to enhancing sexual health and its impact on mood during this transformative stage of life.Whether you're experiencing perimenopause yourself or seeking to support a loved one through it, this episode offers practical advice, scientific insights, and compassionate understanding to empower you on your journey.Connect with Dr. Alpert here:Website: http://drlauriealpertnd.com/Booking link: https://clarityhealthburlington.janeapp.com/Instagram: @drlauriealpertnd  See IG profile link for resources on menopause and mental health, menopause and sleep, and different ways to work with Dr. Alpert. In person visits in Toronto and Burlington Ontario with virtual care provided across the province. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

In this episode of Girls Gone Wellness, we explore effective weight loss strategies that emphasize the crucial role of muscle and blood sugar. We discuss how building muscle can not only aid in weight management but also promote longevity, the intricacies of blood sugar balance and its pivotal role in overall health, and finding sustainable options to help maintain a healthy lifestyleIn addition to these insights, we delve into the pros and cons of Ozempic and its impact on weight loss, continuous glucose monitors (and whether you should stress about glucose 'spikes'), how to optimize your protein intake, and the benefits of strength training. Whether you're looking to enhance your understanding of weight loss, muscle health, or blood sugar management, this episode offers invaluable information to support your journey toward optimal well-being.You can connect with Dr. Lockridge below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.clairelockridge.nd?igsh=MTRwY2ZtZGs1Zmtkdg==Youtube: https://youtube.com/@drclairelockridgend?feature=sharedWeight loss masterclass: https://claire-lockridge.mykajabi.com/offers/cH2F6zsv/checkoutWebsite: https://www.drclairelockridgend.com/Email list: https://famous-river-45395.myflodesk.com/yr5z1n02d3Booking link: https://annexnaturopathic.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/5Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.

In this weeks episode, we dive deep into the world of  skin & skincare myths with Naturopathic Doctor Dr. Brennan Dedecker, ND. Together, we unpack common misconceptions surrounding acne, eczema, and general skincare myths commonly heard on social media. Dr. Dedecker shares evidence-based insights and practical tips to separate fact from fiction, empowering you to make informed decisions about your skin & skincare. Whether you're curious about the truth behind 'clean' skincare, the impact of diet on skin health, sunscreen, or potential treatment options,  this episode promises to unveil the truth and enhance your skincare knowledge. In this episode we talk about:-Diets impact on Acne-Supplements that may be helpful for Acne-Gut health & its impact on acne & Eczema-Food sensitivities & Eczema-Skin barrier function & Eczema-Functional tests & if they are useful for skin conditions-'Clean' & 'Natural' skincare & if they are really a better option-Common myths online surrounding sunscreenYou can connect with Dr. Dedecker below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdedeckernd?igsh=MTV6NjE2b2lreWdzMg==Book here: https://connectedhealthandskin.com/meet-the-team/brennan-dedecker/Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @girlsgonewellnesspodcast for updates and more wellness tips. Please subscribe to our podcast and leave a review—we truly appreciate your support. Let's embark on this journey to wellness together!DISCLAIMER: Nothing mentioned in this episode is medical advice and should not be taken as so. If you have any health concerns, please discuss these with your doctor or a licensed healthcare professional.