Real Integrative Medicine with Dr. Jordan Robertson ND
Episodes
Which Type of Patient Are You? Gen Pop, Hobbyist, or Backed Into a Corner?
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Which Type of Patient Are You?In this week’s episode, Dr. Jordan Robertson explores the three types of patients: Health Hobbyists, the General Popul...
How Reflection Shapes Lasting Health Change
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson explores the often-overlooked role of reflection and attribution in creati...
Waiting for Imaging? Rethinking the Link Between Imaging and Pain With Dr. Kirstie Griffiths
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Real Integrative Medicine Podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson sits down with Dr. Kirstie Griffiths to unpack the complicated and ofte...
Debunking PMS Myths: What Actually Works With Dr. Keara Taylor, ND
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Keara Taylor delve into the complexities of PMS and PM...
Breaking the Silence on Vaginal Health with Dr. Dolores Fernandez
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Dolores Fernandez discuss the often-taboo topics of sexual...
PCOS Uncovered: Insights on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Living with the Condition with Dr. Mélanie DesChâtelets
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Real Integrative Medicine podcast episode, Dr. Mélanie DesChâtelets joins Dr. Jordan Robertson for an in-depth exploration of Polycystic Ova...
Top 10 Things to Do Before You Test Your Cortisol
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson discusses the complexities and challenges of cortisol testing, emphasizing...
Empowering Women Through Evidence-Based Health with Carmen Stansberry
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Carmen Stansberry discuss the intersection of evidence-based practice ...
Eating Around Your Exercise. The Right Way.
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Briana Botsford discuss the importance of proper nutrition in e...
Rethinking Autism in Adults: Diagnosis, Support, and Identity with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken, ND
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson sits down with Dr. Katie Thomson Aitken to explore a topic that’s often misunders...
Empowering Sleep Solutions for Perimenopause with Dr. Laurie Alpert, ND
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Laurie Alpert delve into the intricate relationship between sle...
Unlocking the Secrets of Behaviour Change with Katie Faloon-Drew
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, host Dr. Jordan Robertson, ND sits down with behaviour change expert Katie Faloon-Drew to explore the in...
Navigating the Complexities of Thyroid Health with Dr. Alan Christianson
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson and Dr. Alan Christianson discuss the complexities of thyroid health, particularly ...
Inside Endometriosis Care: Imaging, Innovation, and Individualized Treatment
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Real Integrative Medicine with Dr. Jordan Robertson, ND, we’re joined by Dr. Mathew Leonardi, MD, PhD, a global leader in ...
Rethinking Anxiety Treatment: The Evidence Behind Diet, Supplements & Coaching
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Real Integrative Medicine with Dr. Jordan Robertson, we sit down with Dr. Monique Aucoin to explore her groundbreaking r...
Feeling Drained? Here’s How to Take Radical Responsibility for Your Fatigue
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson discusses the complex nature of fatigue and why it’s essential to take "radi...
Hormones, Health and Dr. Kelly Casperson MD. The empowering episode you didn't know you needed
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Integrative Medicine, Dr. Jordan Robertson sits down with urologist-turned-menopause advocate Dr. Kelly Casperson, MD to explo...
Why a Healthy Gut Means a Healthier You
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Mastering Hormonal Health: Birth Control, Therapy, & Menopause Insights
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Reversing Fatty Liver Disease: Causes, Diagnosis, and Effective Management
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Why hormones make us moody: The hidden truth about PMS, PMDD, and Perimenopause
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Past, Present & Future Impact of Menopause on Longevity (and what to do about it)
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Plant versus animal protein
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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How to pick a practitioner in 2025
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Can GLP-1 Medications Like Ozempic End Emotional Eating?
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Cut these foods for clearer skin (and leave these ones in!)
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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90% of nutrition plans aren't evidence based (here's why)
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a clinician and you’re loving the content of the show, I’d love to invite you to subscribe to our clinician-focused free magazine call...
The "new" heart disease test you needed yesterday. Lp(a) and what it means.
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to navigating pregnancy and postpartum, you need resources and care that put the focus on YOU and your health.But… Most perinatal and ...
Just Say No To Raw Milk.
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to navigating pregnancy and postpartum, you need resources and care that put the focus onYOU and your health.But… Most perinatal and p...
Supplements to grow muscle. Is it possible?
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to navigating pregnancy and postpartum, you need resources and care that put the focus on YOU and your health. But… most perinatal and...
My celiac diagnosis and "kitchen sink" requisitions
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this compelling episode of the Real Integrative Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jordan Robertson dives into her personal battle with a mysterious skin c...
We're back. And we're different.
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Real Integrative Medicine, formerly known as Women's Health Unplugged, hosted by Dr. Jordan Robertson. This podcast delves into the intrica...
Get in the damn picture
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I promise. You need to get your picture taken. In this episode I share the mic with my photographer, Laura Benn. We share an intimate conversati...
New Ideas About Habit Change and Perimenopause. Making Change For Good
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are a few things that would happen in a one-to-one appointment with patients that change how successful they are. Your health hinges on your abi...
Should you be treating the “root cause” or treat your symptoms with bandaids?
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we discuss where ‘root cause’ medicine comes from and where things have gone wrong. I share my insights for how tr...
how to be a good “buyer” in the world of women's health
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the youngest of 8 kids, Dr. Sharon Malone watched her mother navigate the world with good old common sense. When she became a gynecologist, author ...
The biggest missed opportunity in women’s health (and it’s not your hormones for once).
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If we ask a room full of women what their greatest health risk is they either can’t answer, or answer breast cancer. If we ask people what a t...
Biohacking and who we haven’t had on the podcast
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve had a lot of opportunities to do an episode on biohacking. We probably get asked 4-5 times per week to host someone on the show who has a prod...
The way we diagnose AND treat heartburn has changed.
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever been told you have heartburn, have been medicated for heartburn (and maybe still are) or have wondered if you have heartburn - this e...
Should you listen to your body? Maybe no.
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we talk about an important phrase in women’s health “Listen to your body” We’re going to break down when y...
Grab a mirror. Get ready to understand your body.
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode was brought to you by the Modern Menopause Summit. With over 40 topics covered, you need to be there!. You can register for your fr...
Experience Modern Menopause.
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is touched by Menopause in one way or another. It might be you, your partner or your mother. Over the last...
The Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines Have Changed. Should You Follow Them?
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's podcast, we discuss the evidence for changing mammogram guidelines to include women in their 4th decade (40-50). I open with a new promise ...
The Supplements I Take (Not Clickbait)
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"What supplements do you take, Jordan?" This is one of the most common questions I get asked on social media. I will give you the answer, but we will ...
Treating your PMS on a budget.
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about 5 really simple strategies to improve your PMS that are absolutely FREE. Hormonal health is an important area that is o...
That first period. Equipping you for the teen experience.
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about the first period. Many of you have young pre-menstruators and menstruators in your life who would benefit from you knowing the i...
Things I'm no longer tolerating from myself (It's also my birthday!)
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this birthday episode, I'm sharing the things I'm noticing about myself as I turn 42 (like how sore I am every day mostly) and talking about the th...
We need to be obsessed with our goals. Taking back the word and actually making progress next year.
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about goal setting for 2024 and taking back the word "obsession" as a positive and aspirational trait that helps people actually achie...
Hormone Imbalance. Why this term isn't true (and causes harm).
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast episode is broadcast on both of our podcast platforms, Women's Health Unplugged, which is our public-facing podcast. It has over 500,0...
The women you admire have help. Lots of it.
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined today by a guest, Lexi Miles Corrin, who's the owner of WAXON wax bars, a female-only franchise helping women achieve their financial and e...
ADHD in Adult Women. My personal journey and how to start yours.
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I've only really known about my ADHD diagnosis for a few years. I had joked about it for years and had friends joke about it for years, but it wasn't ...
The ROI (return on investment) when you invest in yourself.
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, I'm joined by my colleague, Dr. Andrea Gri, who is one of the NDs in my office in Ontario. We started this conversation one day i...
The lab test you've never heard of that you'll want to get done.
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode calls out a new application for an old lab test that you've probably never heard of, or had run on your physical exam. We're tal...
My love affair with coffee (and how caffeine affects your health).
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love coffee. But I've also tried to quit about 100 times in my 20s because I was worried about the effect of coffee on my health and hormones....
Bladder Health Over 40. UTIs and More.
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I give you the knowledge and understanding of your bladder changes over the age of 40, and the things you can do to reduce the f...
We’ve never been this disconnected. And it’s hurting us.
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just as an FYI, we swear a lot in this one. Totally unapologetically. The discussion requires swearing. Today I have the pleasure of gift...
Your doctor doesn't need to believe you for you to get better.
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I opened my clinic, 15 years ago, my tagline was "Be open to the possibility of change." I felt like my role was to help people think diffe...
Treating your thyroid won't cause weight loss. Understanding the thyroid/metabolism link.
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever wondered if your thyroid is getting in the way of your metabolism and weight goals, this episode is for you. Whether you've strug...
Not everything is perimenopause. What else could it be?
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There is nobody happier than I am that the knowledge about perimenopause is starting to permeate pop culture and general health information. But...
Wearables. Are they helpful? What I wear now.
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wear a "wearable"? This is one of the most common questions I get asked on Instagram (and if you don't follow me, head over to www.instagram.co...
We’re not going to regret our past health decisions any more. Let’s move forward.
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! After a summer hiatus we’re ready to get back to the podcast and share evidence-based health information and mindset discussion to hel...
Menopause hits the main stage. Understanding your menopause type with Dr. Heather Hirsch MD
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve watched TV in the last few months, you’ll notice a theme in the news on health: MENOPAUSE. Menopause is finally having it’...
Low calorie food swaps and how to put money in the nutrition bank
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we’re taking a very practical approach to talking about nutrition and how to slightly change some of your routine nutrition patt...
Your mood on menopause. From loneliness to meno-rage. What’s normal and what needs support.
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With a wider conversation happening online about menopause, we’re seeing people come forward more than ever discussing the mental health strain that...
The promise and problems of the pill, IUD and HRT over 40
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With an increase in hormonal symptoms appearing over 40, many people are offered treatment options such as the pill, the IUD and HRT. Each of these tr...
Regulating your emotions when you have PMS
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PMS is more than a minor inconvenience. It can leave you feeling like a different person half the month, put strain on your relationships and can real...
The flaws in doing your own health research.
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love watching someone so good at their craft. Whether it’s an artist, or a great lawyer, watching someone in their element always leaves me feelin...
The truth about blood sugar and insulin resistance.
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve spent 10 minutes on social media, you’ve probably heard the term insulin resistance. If you’ve spent 11 minutes on social media someon...
The Dip and Quit your Plan Solo. Here’s how to tell.
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s solo episode, we talk about how to tell if it’s time to throw your plan in the garbage and try something new. It’s commo...
You already are resilient. You just need to understand it better.
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve been following the research on burnout, PTSD and resiliency for a few years because I find adaptive changes in the brain and nervous system so ...
We’ve had it up to here with bad adolescent nutrition advice.
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven’t listened to our past episodes with Dr. Erin Ley, you’ve missed out on a lot of ranting, a lot of practical solutions and a lot of l...
Why protein is most important macronutrient as you age (and how to get it).
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We know you’ve likely had information about protein shoved down your throat (pun intended) but do you really understand the WHY? Things chang...
Sex Satisfaction Guaranteed
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus (again!) to talk about sex and how to have a thriving sex life. We outline how little people kno...
My morning routine. How I’ve cultivated a routine to be successful.
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are diving into the vault and bringing back our most downloaded and listened-to episode in 2021! We will be back next week with a brand-n...
Don’t be afraid of life after Cancer.
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s common for us to skip over an episode if we feel like a topic doesn’t apply to us, or if we feel nervous to listen. This particu...
The 3 Food Categories You Need In Your Kitchen.
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are patterns that people who are successful with nutrition change adopt, and in today’s podcast, I’m sharing the 3 food categories that I wa...
We need to talk about weight loss drugs. This conversation involves almost everyone.
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s conversation is an important one. On a few levels. When I sat down to do this podcast I was thinking about the medications for obesity...
Birth: A punch to the gut and a kick in the box. But you can recover.
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Janette Yee, an athletic therapist who supports people after vaginal birth and c-section is a joy to listen to. She’s vibrant, excited and passionat...
I hate email. And you can too!
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s probably a bit of a stretch that an adult with ADHD who has 17,000 undread emails (at last count) is going to do a podcast about managing your ...
The energy it takes to menstruate. Literally.
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s podcast is an important episode if you exercise, identify as an athlete or have ever skipped a period. We’re talking about the energy it t...
Policy change in your household. Top down versus bottom up.
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I was inspired by conversations I have seen in academic spaces I belong to about where “responsibility” lies in health change. Does it lie w...
How your pain gets in your head. Central sensitization and the development of chronic pain.
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve always been fascinated by pain. We can’t see it. We can’t measure it with a test. And in a medical world where we barely listen to th...
Sleeping beauty or Daytime Beast? Real solutions for your crappy sleep.
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For today’s podcast episode, I was joined by Dr. Shelby Harris, a clinical psychologist and sleep specialist supporting women to overcome insomnia w...
Is your menstrual cycle weird or fine? Let’s find out.
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a few years since our podcast on heavy menstrual bleeding (October 2020) and we have had a slew of questions from Instagram followers (fol...
Has your body weight or shape affected the quality of your health care? Probably.
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we tackle weight bias and stigma head-on with a guest Dr. Sylvi Martin, a Naturopathic Doctor, registered nurse psychotherapist, c...
The problems with anecdotes. How someone else's story can lead you astray.
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever read the reviews of a restaurant that you love and thought “well that person is probably mean, that’s why they rated it a one-star”...
If you’ve ever had a kid, your brain needs this episode.
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I can distinctly remember whispering to my therapist that I didn’t really like what had happened to me after becoming a parent. I honestly cou...
Ready to Un-Diet? Us Too.
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does un-dieting mean throwing in the towel and giving up on life? Absolutely not. Today I’m joined by my friend and colleague (for a second ti...
Are you okay ignoring your cramps? I’m not, and here’s why.
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The research on chronic pelvic pain in women should be changing the way we think about menstrual cramps, and today’s episode will help you question ...
Your Neurological Reserve and How to Protect It
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The concept of Neurological Reserve is probably new to you, but to Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Pamela Hutchinson, who works with patients with neurodegen...
You can learn to love slow food. Even if you don’t have time.
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you had a biiiiiiiig loooooooong family meal? Do you even remember? Was it mashed in between days of PB and banana on the...
Joint Pain and Food. What Should You Do Here?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s common for people to think about supplements for joint pain. Maybe you’ve even tried one. The greatest challenge in treating joint pain with ...
Exercise and Your Cycle. Facts and Frills with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, PhD
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you’re living alone on a tropical island you’ve likely heard the online trend of syncing your menstrual cycle with your exercise. Is...
The part of your health you aren’t worried enough about
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We don’t want you to worry. But if you’re going to worry about something, let’s at least let it be the number one health risk women face in thei...
Your hormones after 40. What stage are you in?
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
They are calling it a hormone revolution. With almost half of Canadian women between the ages of 40 and 60, there are just a few of us (myself i...
Should you have to pay for your health care?
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s conversation is about paying for health care, and how you are choosing to approach this conversation may be helping or hindering your own pe...
Brain fog, word finding and sexy-ing up brain health.
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever struggle to find the word you were thinking of? What about walking into a room and forgetting why you were there? What about writing...
You can't cure your autoimmune disease. But you can do something.
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode I'm joined by my colleague Dr. Alison Danby, a Naturopathic Doctor in Ontario with a clinical and research focus on Autoimmunit...
Nutritional Science for Women by Women
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Logic, science and evidence are not easy to find in the nutrition space online. Especially when looking at the “trends” and “recommendations” ...
You’ll lose your hair as you age. But here’s what we can do.
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that over 50% of women will have hair thinning as they age? This might be something we need to discuss eh? In today’...