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Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Chaudhary discusses Depleted Mother Syndrome (DMS), which isn't a newly discovered ailment, but rather a term to encapsulate how women's bodies respond to excessive mental, emotional, and physical stress.

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Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Chaudhary talks about the hormonal challenges women face as they journey through their late thirties into their fifties, and shares Ayurvedic secrets for hormonal balance.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Urinary leakage, loss of bowel control, and other signs of pelvic floor dysfunction, which affect 1 in 3 women, can be prevented and treated with natural therapies.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

As estrogen decreases, skin, hair, and nail changes increase. Dr. Briana Sinatra discusses natural therapies for slowing and minimizing these changes.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Whether or not to use HRT is a difficult decision for many women. Dr. Briana Sinatra discusses safe, effective options for relieving menopausal symptoms.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

The pill may regulate menstrual cycles but doesn’t help with hormonal imbalances. Dr. Sinatra discusses natural options for hormone balancing and birth control.

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Soy: Health Concerns and Benefits

07/11/2023 | 5 min. read

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Is soy good for you? Is it harmful? Opinions are all over the map! Dr. Briana Sinatra offers a naturopathic doctor’s take on the pros and cons of soy.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Exercise is important for all women but it’s essential as we get older. Dr. Briana Sinatra explains why exercise requirements change in our mid-40s and beyond.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

o you want a trim, toned body, strong, flexible muscles, and better health in your 40s and beyond? Learn about exercises that can deliver all these benefits

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Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Chaudhary discusses abhyanga, a traditional Ayurvedic massage technique involving the application of warm herbal oils to the body for relaxation, rejuvenation, and overall well-being.

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Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary

Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary discusses Dinacharya, a daily self-care routine rooted in Ayurveda that promotes holistic well-being by incorporating various practices such as waking up early, tongue scraping, oil pulling, and mediation.

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8 of the Best Vitamins For Women

06/08/2023 | 10 min. read

Healthy Directions Staff Editor

Healthy Directions Staff Editor

With so many different products geared toward women on the market, it can be tough to know which vitamins you truly need. Here’s what you need to know.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

During menopause, changes in estrogen levels can cause sex to be painful. Here's why and what you can do to help.

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What Happened to My Sex Drive?

04/18/2023 | 6 min. read

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Women’s sex drive can drop off at any age, but this is especially common around menopause. Learn why female libido lags and what you can do to boost it.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

Forgetfulness is a normal part of aging; dementia is not. Learn how to tell the difference and strategies for preventing and treating age-related cognitive changes.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

In this week’s Be HEALTHistic Video Extra, Dr. Briana Sinatra discusses how menopause can affect a woman’s cognitive health and how many of the most common symptoms actually start in the brain. She explains how menopause can impact sleep — which in turn influences mood, energy, cognition, recall and memory — and provides helpful advice for what women can do to minimize uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and insomnia in this informative Wellness Wisdom video segment.

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra welcomes his wife and fellow naturopathic physician, Dr. Briana Sinatra, to discuss the top cardiovascular risk factors women need to be aware of, how to best protect your heart, and all the questions you need to ask your doctor.

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra welcomes his wife and fellow naturopathic physician, Dr. Briana Sinatra, to discuss an uncomfortable topic for many women — menopause.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

In this week’s Be HEALTHistic Extra, Dr. Briana Sinatra explains some key information all women should know about their vaginal (urogenital) microbiome and how to keep it in balance — which is especially important for women as they age and experience menopause.

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Dr. Briana Sinatra

Dr. Briana Sinatra

In this week’s episode of Be HEALTHistic, Dr. Stephen Sinatra welcomes his daughter-in-law, naturopathic physician Dr. Briana Sinatra, as his co-host for this informative conversation about women, menopause, and their heart health. First, Drs. Steve and Briana discuss why tracking certain biomarkers are key to maintaining a healthy heart as women approach menopause, and why monitoring Lp(a) in particular is so important. They talk about which supplements — and how much — women should take to keep their heart and bones strong, and why you should be careful when taking pain meds. Next, the doctors explain why family history doesn’t have to dictate your health destiny, and how environment and lifestyle factors can decrease genetic risks. Dr. Briana shares natural strategies for easing women into menopause, and the doctors talk about individualized hormone replacement therapy using bioidentical hormones. Finally, the hosts give their “pearls” of wisdom on what women can do right now to keep their hearts healthy as they age. Don’t let the ladies in your life miss this informative episode of Be HEALTHistic!

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

In this week’s episode of Be HEALTHistic, Drs. Stephen and Drew Sinatra welcome back bestselling author, actress, entrepreneur, lecturer — and long-time friend — Suzanne Somers. We previously had Suzanne on the show to talk about her latest book, A New Way to Age, where she revealed that her top anti-aging secret was bioidentical hormone therapy. Today, we do a deep dive into bioidentical hormones, and ask Suzanne to share her experience and the different ways she supports her body as she ages. First, Suzanne explains the hormonal decline all menopausal women experience, and why the key to healthy aging is replacing what’s been lost. Then, Suzanne and the doctors discuss how cholesterol impacts hormone function, why knowing your Lp(a) level is important, and how targeted nutraceuticals can help you feel great as you age. Next, she points out common symptoms of hormonal imbalance, and Dr. Steve explains how it can affect cardiovascular health — especially in menopausal women. They talk about the positive effects of CoQ10, Suzanne talks about the use of bioidentical hormones and the amazing transformation that can happen, and finally, she shares her ultimate “pearl” of wisdom regarding hormone therapy. Don’t miss this intimate and informative episode of Be HEALTHistic!

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

In this week’s episode of Be HEALTHistic, Drs. Stephen and Drew Sinatra welcome Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, an integrative cardiologist and author, to discuss what women can do to protect their heart health right now.

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

In this week’s episode of Be HEALTHistic, Dr. Drew Sinatra welcomes Dr. Briana Sinatra to discuss a topic many women don’t want to talk about…menopause. They take a deep dive into how you can navigate and treat the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause, and share their best advice for increasing your quality of life in these years.

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Dr. Drew Sinatra

Dr. Drew Sinatra

In this week’s episode of Be HEALTHistic, Drs. Steve and Drew Sinatra welcome New York Times bestselling author, actress, entrepreneur and lecturer Suzanne Somers to talk about her new book, A New Way to Age: The Most Cutting-Edge Advances in Antiaging.

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