Healthy Buzz: Hormone Health, Gut Health, Perimenopause & Women’s Wellness
Episodes
46. Mom Fatigue, Mood Swings and The Real Reason You Don’t Feel Like Yourself After Kids with Kim Perez
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Motherhood is not supposed to feel like chronic exhaustion, rage, and disconnection—but for so many women, it does.In this episode, Brandee sits dow...
45. Why “Just Live With It” Is Failing EDS Patients with Jen Parkinson
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever been told your chronic pain, fatigue, or digestive issues are “just part of being hypermobile” and that you’ll have to live wit...
44. Supplement Roulette: What You're Really Getting in That Bottle from Amazon
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been loading up your cart with “hormone-balancing” or “gut-healing” supplements, thinking they’re the missing piece—you need t...
43. The Habit Hub: 6 Areas That Actually Move the Needle for Autoimmune Health with Dr. Amy Behimer
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever received an autoimmune diagnosis, you know the first thing you lose isn't just your energy or normal labs—it's your sense...
42. How ADHD Shows Up in Women with Megs Crawford
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Clutter isn’t a discipline problem—it’s a nervous system response.In this episode, Brandee sits down with Megs Crawford to unpack the real reaso...
41. Living with PCOS: The Reality, The Advocacy, and What Needs to Change with Monica Reagor
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been told to “just lose weight” or handed a prescription without any real explanation—and left feeling more confused than supporte...
40. Understanding Pain, Body Signals, and Uncertainty with Injury with Lindsey Doan
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt a sharp twinge during a workout and immediately spiraled into "What did I just break?" You're not alone. We've be...
39. The Gut-Eye Connection: Why Your Dry Eyes Won't Heal with Eye Drops Alone with Dr. Christina Gratkowski Haro
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever dealt with chronic dry eyes, stubborn rosacea, or eczema and felt stuck in a cycle of expensive eyedrops and topical creams that ne...
38. Why Your Detox Isn’t Working: Functional Genetics Explained with Dr. Kathryn Heidt
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the missing piece in your healing journey isn’t another supplement, diet, or protocol… but understanding the actual blueprint of your bod...
37. PMS Is Common, Not Normal with Amy Dave
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
PMS is common, but that does not make it "normal".If you’re dealing with bloating, mood swings, heavy bleeding, exhaustion, or feeling unl...
36. Fiber Maxxing: Why More Isn't Always Better for Your Gut
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been told to "just eat more fiber" but every high-fiber meal leaves you bloated, gassy, and unbuttoning your pants by 4 PM, th...
35. Chronic Pain Doesn't Mean Your Body Is Broken with Alaura Winning
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever felt like you've reached the end of the road with specialists, scans, and "fixes" for your physical pain, this episod...
34. Building Health That Actually Lasts with Emily Horstman
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Longevity isn’t built through punishment, restriction, or chasing the next wellness trend.In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with registere...
33. Psilocybin for Women: Microdosing, Neuroplasticity & Deep Healing with Ericka Day
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Healing isn’t just about what you do—it’s about uncovering what’s been buried. Psilocybin can help women access the parts of themselves they’...
32. Supporting the Whole Person in Cancer Care with Dr. Megan Zech
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cancer prevention isn’t a punishment plan and fear is not a strategy.In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit down with Dr. Megan Zech of Sauna Pacifi...
31. PCOS, Insulin Resistance, and the Mind–Body Disconnect with Agnieszka Fronia
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most women with PCOS aren’t failing their bodies, they’re surviving a system that keeps them uninformed.In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I sit dow...
30. Why Women Need Strength Training Now with Allie Jackson
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Muscle isn’t a “fitness goal”. It’s a survival skill for your hormones, metabolism, and long-term health.In this episode of Healthy Buzz, I si...
29. Bariatric Surgery, GLP-1s, and the Biology of Weight with Megan Moore, RDN
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss has been oversimplified for far too long, and that narrative is costing women their health, confidence, and trust in their bodies.In this ...
28. Fitness, Hormones, and Burnout: A Nervous System Reset with Madalyn Baer
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your hormones, gut, and energy can’t regulate when your nervous system feels under attack.In this episode, I sit down with Madalyn Baer of Wise Bite...
27. Thyroid, Fatigue, and Hormone Imbalance with Alison Percowycz
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your thyroid can look “normal” on paper and still be driving fatigue, weight changes, constipation, mood shifts, painful periods, and fertility st...
26. The Hidden Airway Issues Silently Draining Women’s Energy with Kristin Geist
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Airway issues are derailing women’s energy, hormones, and sleep—and most never realize the mouth is where the story begins. This episode reveals t...
25. Breaking Self-Sabotage in Midlife: Menopause, Emotional Eating & Sustainable Habits with Renee Bellinger
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel like you constantly are self-sabotaging, this episode is for you! In today’s episode of Healthy Buzz, I’m joined by menopause-informed...
24. A Weight-Neutral Guide to Women’s Health & Strength with Tara De Leon
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your weight is the least interesting thing about you, and yet so many of us have been taught it’s the only thing that matters. This conversation fli...
23. How Diet Culture's Chronic Under Fueling is Hurting Women's Health with Edie Horstman
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing “all the right things” with food and exercise… yet your hormones, energy, or cycle still feel completely off?In this episode I sit...
22. Women’s Guide to Smarter Money Decisions with Lisa Eaton
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the only reason money feels confusing is because no one ever gave you the language, tools, or education to understand it?In this episode, I’...
21. Should Women Take Creatine? The Truth Behind the Hype
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered whether creatine is actually worth taking or if it’s even meant for women at all?Are you curious why so many experts are sudd...
20. The Importance of Gut Health for Hormone Balance with Amanda Dejak
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how your gut health impacts your hormones? In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Dejak, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Certi...
19. Understanding Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, and the Myths That Keep Women Stuck with Dr. Samantha Turetsky, PsyD
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning: This episode discusses eating disorders and body image. If you’re struggling, please reach out for support:National Alliance for E...
18. The Gut–Skin Connection: How Healing Your Gut Can Clear Your Skin Naturally with Daina Rasutis
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can your gut health really impact your skin? Absolutely — and today’s episode breaks down exactly how.I am joined by Daina Rasutis founder of Tab...
17. How to Work With Your Hormones (Cycle Syncing + Hormone Literacy) with Kate Nguy
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hormone health doesn’t have to be confusing. In this episode I am joined by Kate Nguy, Women’s Hormone & Wellness Specialist, Certified Women’...
16. Hormonal Acne 101: Estrogen Dominance, DHT & Real Fixes with Cocoon’s Rachel Kirby
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your breakouts cluster around your chin and jaw, then flare before your period, this episode is your roadmap. We’re unpacking hormonal acne at th...
15. Fibroids & Endo: Real Answers, Real Options with Dr. Katashia Partee Kendrick, PharmD, BCACP, IHP
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heavy periods, clots, back pain, “living around your cycle”? In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Katashia Partee Kendrick, PharmD, BCACP, IHP to ...
14. Why Protein Matters in Perimenopause (and How Much You Really Need)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard protein is important, but do you really know why it matters in perimenopause?In this episode I’m cutting through the noise and brea...
13. Parasites & Women’s Health: What’s Hype, What’s Real with Hilary Beckwith
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you’d know if you had a parasite? Not always. From mystery bloat and skin flares to anxiety and stubborn weight changes, parasites can hide ...
12. How to Teach Girls About Their Periods (and Learn Yourself Too) with Mandy LeBlanc
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you one of the many women who never really learned how the menstrual cycle actually works? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a mom, a teen, or...
11. Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters More Than You Think with Fawn Coussens, PT, MSPT
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you think about your core, you might picture six-pack abs. But the truth is, your pelvic floor is just as essential for strength, stability, and ...
10. Endometriosis: Root Cause Healing with Rita Utterback
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For too many women, endometriosis is dismissed, misdiagnosed, or masked with quick-fix solutions like birth control. But what if there’s a better wa...
9. Unexplained Infertility, Hormone Health & Fertility Optimization with Laura Ligos
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Being told you have “unexplained infertility” can feel devastating, and for many women, it’s a diagnosis that comes with more questions than ans...
8. Breaking Free from Diet Culture: Strength Training & Mobility for Women Over 30 with Hayley Ashby
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of restrictive diets, endless cardio, and chasing a smaller number on the scale—only to feel exhausted and frustrated? In this empower...
7. Underfed & Overstressed: What Your Body’s Trying to Tell You – with Danielle Kepics
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're exhausted, bloated, losing hair, and your period’s gone MIA… you might not be eating enough.In this spicy episode, I’m joined by Danie...
6. Why Couples Counseling Isn’t Just for “Broken” Relationships with Rachel Elder
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So many of us were taught to be strong, independent, and figure things out alone, but what happens when that mindset sabotages our relationships?I’m...
5. Your Macro Cheat Sheet: How Carbs, Protein & Fat Actually Fuel Your Body
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are carbs the enemy? Is fat making you fat? Should you be eating more protein? In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and giving you the r...
4. Tides of Womanhood: Living Cyclically with Nature & Our Bodies with Krystal Praast
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling exhausted by the hustle and craving more flow in your life? What if your energy dips, your emotional waves, and even your desire to retreat w...
3. Unpacking Grief & Finding Your Way Forward with Tamara Kubacki
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grief is universal, but often deeply isolating. In this episode, I sit down with Certified Grief Educator Tamara Kubacki, founder of Listening to Gr...
2. Menopause Uncensored: Everything You Need to Know with Vanessa Weiland
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Menopause doesn’t have to mean suffering in silence. In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Weiland to break down what most doctors don’t tel...
1. Birth Control, Burnout & the BS We’ve Been Sold
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of Healthy Buzz, where real talk meets real transformation. In this episode, I am opening up like never before, sha...
Trailer: Welcome to Healthy Buzz with Brandee Hommerding
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like you were left in the dark about your own body? You’re not alone. Welcome to Healthy Buzz, hosted by me, Brandee Hommerding! On this p...