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The DUTCH Podcast is a laid-back, relaxed space where integrative medicine providers and patients can learn about hormones and explore the body’s most complex communication system. Join host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and experts from the Functional Medicine industry to help you make sense of your body’s hormones and take the guess work out of treating hormone-related issues.
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Whole-Body Approaches to Thyroid Dysfunction with Dr. Filomena Trindade
In this enlightening episode of the DUTCH Podcast, we delve deep into the intricate world of thyroid health and its profound influence on our overall well-being. Dr. Filomena Trindade, a renowned expert in functional medicine, takes listeners on a journey through the fascinating complexities of thyroid dysfunction and its far-reaching impact on our hormonal symphony. Along with our host, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, she illustrates the interconnectedness of the HPA axis, sex hormones, and thyroid function, painting a comprehensive picture of how these elements affect one another.
This episode will challenge your understanding of thyroid reference ranges, revealing that these ranges aren't always reliable indicators of dysfunction and she gives practical lifestyle recommendations to help treat thyroid dysfunction before disease sets in. She advocates for a colorful diet rich in phytonutrients, soluble fiber, and essential minerals like selenium and zinc. Hydration, movement, restful sleep, and joy-inducing hobbies all play key roles in maintaining a harmonious hormonal symphony.
*Show Notes*
Visit Dr. Trindade (Dr. T) Online: www.drtrindade.com
Become a DUTCH provider and profoundly change your patients’ lives through comprehensive hormone testing.
Learn more about the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing Course – free to registered DUTCH providers!
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Sep 19, 2023
Practical Approaches to Stress Management with Deb Matthew, MD
Slow, sluggish mornings followed by sleepless nights should not be the norm—yet for many patients, this is their experience.
In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and guest Deb Matthew, MD, talk about the profound impact that stress and cortisol have on overall wellness. They discuss how dysfunction precedes disease and why it’s crucial to nip HPA axis dysfunction in the bud before it causes long-term, chronic health problems.
They share all about the nitty-gritty of the HPA axis, circadian rhythm, and how sex hormones, thyroid hormones, and adrenal hormones are all interconnected. Plus, Dr. Matthew reveals some of her go-to recommendations for stress management.
*Show Notes
*Dr. Matthew’s Stress Reduction Recommendations
- Gratitude journaling
- Breathing exercises
- Walking outdoors
- Self-care and relaxation
Visit Dr. Matthew’s website https://drdeborahmatthew.com/.
Become a DUTCH provider and profoundly change your patients’ lives through comprehensive hormone testing.
Read the DUTCH Blog to learn more:
Assessing Chronic Fatigue with the Cortisol Awakening Response
Circadian Rhythm and Human Health
You Need Free Cortisone and Metabolized Cortisol to Evaluate HPA Axis Health
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Sep 12, 2023
New Season of Hormone Education - from Beginner to Advanced
Get ready to change the way you think about stress, PCOS, estrogen dominance, and so much more. Season three of the DUTCH Podcast is jam-packed with hormone education from thought-leaders and industry experts who will challenge many misconceptions you may be hearing in the functional medicine world. They’ll provide groundbreaking insights into hormones and hormone testing with the research to back it up. Catch the introductory episode with Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Debbie Rice to learn more about the speakers and topics to come. Also learn more about all of the exciting DUTCH Education available to registered providers.
*Show Notes*
Become a DUTCH provider and profoundly change your patients’ lives through comprehensive hormone testing.
Learn more about the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing Course.
Read the DUTCH Blog to learn more about hormone health.
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Aug 29, 2023
PCOS Patterns and Protocols with Brook Ahnemann, ND
In this episode of Summer School, Dr. Smeaton talks all things PCOS with Brook Ahnemann, ND, a hormone expert and clinical educator at DUTCH. The PCOS diagnostic criteria seem to be a moving target; they’re constantly changing! Luckily, there are some DUTCH Test patterns you can look out for to support your patients with PCOS.
*Show Notes*
Download the Case Study from this episode.
For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
Sign up to become a DUTCH provider today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
DUTCH Blog: Improving Treatment Plans for PCOS and Pregnancy
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Aug 22, 2023
Linking Organic Acids to Sex and Adrenal Hormones with Christina O'Brien, DC
Nutritional markers are a great way to evaluate a patient’s nutritional status. Join us for a DUTCH Podcast Summer School episode all about the nutritional markers found on the organic acids (OATs) panel of the DUTCH Test.
Host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, interviews our guest Christina O’Brien, DC, on all things OATs. They talk about where each OATs marker comes from and how they earned their place on the DUTCH Test. Jaclyn and Christina also chat about the potential nutrient deficiencies associated with the various OATs markers, and suggestions for repleting deficient nutrients.
*Show Notes*
For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
Sign up to become a DUTCH provider today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
DUTCH Blog: Organic Acid Biomarkers Reveal Clues to Patient Wellness
DUTCH Webinar: New Organic Acids to Improve Patient Protocols
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Aug 15, 2023
Estrogen Metabolism and Breast Cancer Risk with Lindsey Szczepanski, NP
Did you know that even when hormone levels may appear normal, inefficient estrogen metabolism could be a factor in symptoms related to estrogen dominance? Estrogen dominance is a risk factor for breast cancer, but the good news is it’s modifiable.
Learn how to help patients improve their estrogen metabolism in today’s episode of Summer School featuring Lindsey Szczepanski, NP.
*Show Notes*
Download the Case Study from this episode.
For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
Sign up to become a DUTCH provider today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
DUTCH Blog: Estrogen + Microbiome = Estrobolome
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Aug 8, 2023
Estrogen Dominance Signs & Symptoms with Rebecca Clemson, ND
Our Summer School guest for this episode is Dr. Rebecca Clemson. She breaks down the topic of estrogen dominance and highlights some of its hallmark signs and symptoms. Host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and Dr. Clemson discuss the DUTCH Test results of a 37-year-old female who’s experiencing symptoms akin to PMDD and demonstrate how estrogen dominance could be at play.
*Show Notes*
Download the Case Study from this episode
For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
Sign up to become a DUTCH provider today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
DUTCH Blog: Symptoms and Support of Low Progesterone
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Aug 1, 2023
DUTCH Summer School: Hormones and Intermittent Fasting with Kelsey Hojara, RD
Intermittent fasting can be a valuable tool for providers caring for patients with PCOS.
In this episode, Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and Kelsey Hojara, RD, discuss the pros and pitfalls of intermittent fasting. They offer suggestions for when it may be beneficial for patients to implement fasting, and some cases for when to avoid it.
If you’re thinking about recommending intermittent fasting but don’t know where to start, then this episode is for you!
*Show Notes*
* For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
* DUTCH Blog: Intermittent Fasting and Cycling Women
* DUTCH Webinar: Fasting, Nutrition, and Hormones
*Are you interested in becoming a DUTCH provider? *
You can sign up to become one today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
Become a provider today to take your first step toward becoming a hormone expert.
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Jul 25, 2023
DUTCH Summer School: What is a Flat CAR Trying to Tell You?
It’s time for more cortisol curve talk with guest Kelly Ruef, ND. Join DUTCH Podcast host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, as she and Dr. Ruef get to the bottom of flat cortisol curves. They highlight two distinct patterns to look for on the DUTCH Test and dive into nutritional and botanical support considerations to help get these kinds of patients healthy again.
There’s so much packed into this episode. You’ll be glad you listened!
*Show Notes*
* Download the case study referenced in this episode: DUTCH Report
* Read the 2000 research study that links higher mortality rates for women with metastatic breast cancer to abnormal cortisol curves: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10861311/
* DUTCH Blog: Measuring Free Cortisone and Metabolized Cortisol
* DUTCH Blog: Assessing Chronic Fatigue with the Cortisol Awakening Response
*Are you interested in becoming a DUTCH provider? *
You can sign up to become one today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
Become a provider today to take your first step toward becoming a hormone expert.
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Jul 18, 2023
DUTCH Summer School: Understanding Cortisol Curves with Kaitlin Tyre, ND
Stress can be real or perceived, the body doesn’t recognize the difference! That’s why it’s so important to manage stress and evaluate cortisol when your patients present with chronic stress symptoms.
On this episode of DUTCH Summer School, we’re joined by Kaitlin Tyre, ND, a clinical educator here at DUTCH for some talk on cortisol curves. She and Jaclyn break down what cortisol curve patterns to look for in each DUTCH report and talk about stress management techniques that can help patients improve their stress response.
*Show Notes*
* Download the case study from this episode: DUTCH Report
* Learn more about coritsol and how sleep effects the diurnal rhythm, register for our July webinar with Dr. Allison Smith: DUTCH Monthly Webinars - DUTCH Test
* DUTCH Blog: Measuring Free Cortisone and Metabolized Cortisol
* DUTCH Blog: Assessing Chronic Fatigue with the Cortisol Awakening Response
* Learn more about sleep hygiene
*Are you interested in becoming a DUTCH provider? *
You can sign up to become one today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
Become a provider today to take your first step toward becoming a hormone expert.
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Jul 11, 2023
Welcome to Summer School!
Get ready to shake up your summer with some fun and interesting episodes of the DUTCH Podcast—Summer School Edition. Host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, will chat with DUTCH clinical educators about hormone topics such as estrogen detox, estrogen metabolism, cortisol curves, intermittent fasting, and more!
Tune in each week for new episodes; you won’t want to miss this special edition of the DUTCH Podcast.
*Show Notes *
For more information about the DUTCH Test, visit our website! www.dutchtest.com
Are you interested in becoming a DUTCH provider?
You can sign up to become one today at www.dutchtest.com/providers. DUTCH providers have exclusive access to one-on-one consultations with DUTCH clinical educators, group mentorship sessions, and free educational resources like the DUTCH Interpretive Guide and the Mastering Functional Hormone Testing course.
Become a provider today to take your first step toward becoming a hormone expert.
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May 9, 2023
Bonus Episode - The "Unexpected" Power of Functional Medicine with Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD
Jill Carnahan, MD, joins Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss the transformational change functional medicine can bring to patients, and they explore the new book, "Unexpected: Finding Resilience Through Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith".
If you're attending American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine 2023 Spring Congress, join DUTCH and Dr. Carnahan for a meet and greet at our booth and to receive a free signed copy of her book.
*About our Speaker:*
Dr. Jill Carnahan is dually board certified in Family Medicine for 10 years and in Integrative Holistic Medicine. She is the founder and Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services including functional medical consulting, chiropractic therapy, physical therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and therapeutic massage.
Dr. Carnahan's Website: Dr. Jill Carnahan Flatiron Functional Medicine - Jill Carnahan, MD
Learn about her new book: Unexpected - Dr. Jill Unexpec…
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Mar 7, 2023
New Research on the Validity of Urine Testing for HRT
It’s time to wrap up season two of the DUTCH Podcast. As season two comes to a close, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, talks with DUTCH founder, Mark Newman, MS, about new peer-reviewed research and the functional hormone testing model as a whole. They dive into the strengths of the DUTCH Test, what sets DUTCH apart from competitors, and explore the methodology that makes DUTCH a leader in the integrative medicine world.
This season is packed with great insights from leaders in the functional medicine community. Listen now to hear our final season two episode!
*Sections and Timestamps*
* *00:00*Intro
* *06:57*Recent journal publication
* *24:08*DUTCH stays focused on its methodology
* *30:25*DUTCH keeps OATs markers small
* *44:05*Comparing DUTCH to other labs
* *50:00*Conclusion
*Show Notes*
Recent Peer-Review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36414155/
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0039128X22000769
“Not Withing Spitting Distance” Article
https://pubm…
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Feb 28, 2023
Oral Contraceptives: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly with Rebecca Clemson, ND
Oral contraceptive pills (OCPs), or “the pill,” revolutionized women’s healthcare in 1950. Now, almost 75 years later, women and their practitioners are asking questions. In this thought-provoking episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Rebecca Clemson compare and contrast the usefulness of the pill with some of its side effects.
You can join the conversation on the good and bad of birth control. Listen now!
*Sections and Timestamps*
* *00:00*Intro
* *04:10*The pill to “fix” female problems
* *08:02*Uses for the pill
* *12:10*The pill is not benign
* *18:20*Cardiovascular risks and the pill
* *19:56*When should a patient take an OCP?
* *24:50*Endometriosis and OCPs
* *27:41*How to do birth control right
* *34:15*Conclusion
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Feb 21, 2023
A Roadmap for the Menstrual Cycle with Kelsey Stang, ND
Each phase of the menstrual cycle is intertwined with the phase that came before and the one coming after—a continuous loop of natural hormone fluctuations. Our guest, Dr. Kelsey Stang and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton uncover the role of each hormone in the cycle and share what exactly occurs in the female body during each phase.
Women are empowered with knowledge when they understand their menstrual cycle. And with expert hormone education like the discussion in this podcast, providers and patients can be better equipped to notice when symptoms deviate from normal.
*Sections and Timestamps *
* *00:00*Intro
* *03:34*Understanding menstrual cycle phases
* *06:15*Luteal phase description
* *11:46*HPO axis
* *14:05*Progesterone’s role in the cycle
* *16:55*Signs to notice throughout the cycle
* *21:00*DUTCH Test options
* *24:50* Conclusion
*Additional Resources *
Get to know Dr. Kelsey Stang, ND
drkelseystang.com
Interpreting Specific Examples of Cycle Mapping Report…
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Feb 14, 2023
Sex Ed & the Menstrual Cycle with Lindsey Szczepanski, NP
Happy Valentine’s Day! This episode of the DUTCH Podcast is sex ed for adults. There is an overwhelming gap in knowledge surrounding the menstrual cycle. Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Lindsey Szczepanski, NP get back to the basics with a complete menstrual cycle overview.
Lindsey and Dr. Smeaton cover what menstrual symptoms are considered “normal” for cycling, pre-, and postmenopausal women. And even spend time discussing male sexual health, including libido and testosterone.
Don’t be shy—we’d love for you to listen to this episode!
*Sections and Timestamps *
* 00:00Intro
* 04:13Cervical mucus NOT a yeast infection
* 07:18Educating patients on the menstrual cycle
* 10:50Normal cycle: bleeding
* 15:48Normal cycle: cervical mucus changes
* 18:45Male libido
* 25:08HRT testing and suggestions
* 32:35What women need to know about their cycles
* 35:35Vasectomy follow-up
* 38:08Conclusion
*Additional Resources *
The Sex and Stress Connection
https://dutchtest.c…
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Feb 7, 2023
Libido and Hormone Balance in Men with Dr. Geo Espinosa
Sexual wellness can be a sensitive topic. Libido is important for overall health and quality of life. When men struggle to get erections, it could be an indicator of arterial disease, endothelial disease, or diabetes.
Our DUTCH Podcast guest Dr. Geo Espinosa is passionate about helping men achieve the life and health they desire. In this episode, he and Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, go over several approaches to treating low testosterone. They discuss the connections between low libido and systemic disease. And they highlight the importance of exercise in boosting testosterone.
Tune in now to learn more.
*Time Stamps*
00:00Intro
04:13Evaluating male patients who complain of low libido
08:05Dr. Espinosa doesn’t recommend aromatase inhibitors
14:10Men do not become more aggressive with testosterone
17:35Testosterone decreases each year after age 30
21:38Top lifestyle strategies to support testosterone function
28:34Outro
*Additional Resources
*Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations from Dr…
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Jan 31, 2023
Understanding Hair Loss and Minimizing the Impact with Marcelle Pick, NP
Marcelle Pick, OBGYN, NP is a functional medicine expert and has built her career in women’s health. Her approach to treating hair loss is detailed in this episode of the DUTCH Podcast.
Hear Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and Marcelle share their experiences treating hair loss. They dive into potential root causes of hair loss and discuss solutions to treat this sometimes-terrifying patient complaint. Marcelle shares some of her go-to nutritional supplement strategies for supporting hair growth, and she and Jaclyn offer advice on searching for reputable and effective supplements.
*Sections and Timestamps *
* 00:00Intro
* 02:08Hair loss is alarming to most patients
* 04:00Causes of hair loss
* 06:04Nutrition for hair-health
* 11:58What is the typical evaluation for a patient experiencing hair loss?
* 17:19Shopping carefully for supplements
* 22:01DHT and hair loss
* 23:49Lifestyle suggestions for patients experiencing hair loss
* 26:09Outro
*Additional Resources
*Marcelle P…
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Jan 24, 2023
The Brain/Adrenal Connection: Understanding the HPA axis with Dr. Christina O'Brien
Sometimes a traditional diurnal cortisol test isn’t enough to properly evaluate a patient. With the DUTCH Plus, the cortisol awakening response (CAR) gives additional insight into your patient’s stress response. A “mini stress test” the CAR takes snapshots in the minutes and hours after waking to paint a clearer picture of HPA axis function.
In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Drs. Jaclyn Smeaton and Christina O’Brien discuss the value of the CAR in finding hidden points of dysregulation in patients. They cover typical cortisol testing procedure and dive into the benefits of measuring the CAR to enhance patient care.
*Sections and Timestamps*
* 00:00 Intro
* 01:57 What’s the typical cortisol test?
* 03:10 Why saliva for measuring the CAR?
* 07:15 The CAR can identify dysfunction missed by typical diurnal curve
* 10:00 Typical patterns of dysfunction on a CAR report
* 13:05 When should providers order the DUTCH Plus vs the DUTCH Complete
* 16:25 Conclus…
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Jan 17, 2023
Avoiding Environmental Toxins in Your Everyday Life with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno
Last week Dr. Smeaton and Dr. Pizzorno covered the science behind environmental toxins and how they affect our hormones. This week, they discuss how to avoid these toxins through lifestyle adjustments, treatment, and other methods.
*Environmental toxin avoidance recommendations from Dr. Pizzorno*
* Avoidance, avoidance, avoidance
* Eat organic
* Heirloom seeds for growing your own food
* Whole-house water filtration
* Whole-house air filtration
* Sauna weekly to sweat out toxins
* Increase fiber intake
* More avoidance!
Listen now to hear the details of these recommendations and catch last week’s episode with Dr. Pizzorno wherever you get your podcasts.
*Sections and Timestamps *
* *00:00*Intro
* *01:28*Everyone has measurable exposure to BPA
* *04:12*You CAN reduce your toxic load through lifestyle adjustments
* *06:16*Supplements can only supplement a fantastic diet
* *09:00*Persistent vs non-persistent compounds
* *10:18*Water, air, and food
* *1…
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Jan 10, 2023
The Dangers of Environmental Toxins on Your Hormones with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno
The natural medicine community has long benefited from the leadership of this week’s guest. Dr. Joseph Pizzorno has been practicing natural medicine for more than 40 years. He is an author, educator, and top-notch provider, and his bread and butter is studying environmental toxins.
In this episode, Dr. Pizzorno and Dr. Smeaton discuss perchlorates and bisphenols, two prevalent environmental toxins that affect thyroid function. They also talk about the sneaky ways these toxins can show up in everyday life.
This is part one of a two-part interview with Dr. Pizzorno. Stay tuned for more from him and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton next week to hear about other toxins in our environment and how to avoid them.
*Timestamps and Sections *
* 00:00Intro
* 02:15What sparked Dr. Pizzorno’s interest in environmental toxicology
* 07:56How does the impact of environmental toxins compare to diet in the diabetes epidemic?
* 09:30High toxic load increases risk of diabetes
* 11:20Herbicides are a c…
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Jan 3, 2023
Beneficial Fasting for Women with Dr. Mindy Pelz
Fasting and female hormones, this podcast has it all. In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, interviews world-renowned hormone expert, Dr. Mindy Pelz, on the topic of intermittent fasting. Dr. Pelz dives into the unique role that fasting can play in hormone health, and shares tips on fasting for perimenopause.
Women need to fast differently than men. Dr. Pelz explains the cycle of fasting that correlates with a woman’s menstrual cycle for optimal fasting and hormone success. Women can experience better sleep, and fewer perimenopausal symptoms when fasting appropriately. Don’t sleep on this episode, there is so much to learn!
*Sections and Time Stamps*
* *00:00 - *Intro
* *02:51 - *How Mindy Pelz got into fasting
* *04:58 - *What are the benefits of intermittent fasting for women?
* *08:20 - *What does fasting do to estrogen?
* *14:30 - *How do women need to do fasting differently than men?
* *20:20 - *The goal is metabolic flexibility
* *22:…
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Dec 27, 2022
Ten Years of Profound Change - Live from A4M World Congress in Las Vegas
Ten years after its inception, DUTCH Test founders Mark Newman and Andy Tyssen are here for our final live from A4M World Congress episode of the DUTCH Podcast. They reminisce on the origins of the DUTCH Test, the beginnings of their business, and the strides the business has made since the beginning.
In this episode, we get to visit with some of the first DUTCH Test providers— Jeff and Lyn Holgrefe of the Happy Hormone Cottage. They talk about their introduction to DUTCH testing 10 years ago and how DUTCH has helped their patients find answers. Jeff and Lyn have shipped more than 10,000 DUTCH kits to their patients, thank you Happy Hormone Cottage!
*Precision Analytical Core Values *
https://dutchtest.com/about/
* We care for our people. We will ALL actively prioritize taking care of our team, clients, and community.
* We will be transparent. We believe honest humility should characterize internal communication and how we represent our product.
* Always advancing. Our work…
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Dec 20, 2022
Identifying and Treating Adrenal Dysfunction with Dr. Carrie Jones - Live from A4M World Congress in Las Vegas
The Live from A4M World Congress podcast series continues with featured guest, Dr. Carrie Jones. You might recognize her from her time at Precision Analytical as the former Medical Director. In this episode, Dr. Jones shares how DUTCH and the functional medicine world have evolved to better understand the importance of hormone testing to identify and treat adrenal dysfunction. She discusses the beginnings of the DUTCH Test, and she, Jaclyn Smeaton, and Mark Newman talk about the importance of research to further evolve hormone testing.
*00:00* Intro
*03:55* Learning the importance of estrogen metabolism
*07:35* The Stages of Stress (SOS) program
*12:12 * Introducing DUTCH Trust
*18:29* Precision Analytical’s commitment to top-notch testing
*25:00* DUTCH supports its testing in scientific literature
*28:50* Conclusion
Dr. Carrie Jones
http://www.drcarriejones.com/
LMRC Stages of Stress Program
https://www.lifestylematrix.com/clinical-programs#stress
DUTCH Research
https:/…
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Dec 13, 2022
Functional Medicine Q&A with Dr. Jeff Bland - Live from A4M World Congress in Las Vegas
In a special edition of the DUTCH Podcast, host Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, joins Precision Analytical founder Mark Newman, MS, and Jeff Bland, PhD—the “father of functional medicine”—for a live Q&A session. They discuss the beginnings of the functional medicine industry and reflect on the various directions the field is taking.
Dr. Bland and Dr. Smeaton uncover some of the barriers to a functional medicine approach. Functional medicine isn’t the same as traditional disease-state treatment. Dr. Bland suggests ways to approach these barriers with providers that don’t already practice functional medicine.
* Philosophical barriers
* Lack-of-proof barriers
* Economic barriers
Tune in to take part in this informative discussion. The Q&A session brings up important topics like the effects of COVID-19 vaccine/infection on cycling women; as well as accurately interpreting saliva hormone results for patients on hormone creams/gels.
Plus, hear the announcement for the grand prize w…
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Dec 6, 2022
Stress, Hormones, and Chronic Disease with Dr. Will Cole
Dr. Will Cole is the featured guest this week on the DUTCH Podcast and he and Jaclyn Smeaton, ND (DUTCH Chief Medical Officer) discuss chronic disease and its relationship to inflammation, stress, and hormone imbalances.
Many patients with chronic disease have some HPA axis dysregulation. And the whole endocrine system is affected by poor cortisol function. Chronic stress can lead to the overproduction of cortisol, which is probably why this hormone is often labeled as “bad”.
In reality, a cortisol increase can be seen as a marker for other issues in the body, such as chronic stress or illness. Dr. Cole and Dr. Smeaton discuss the Goldilocks principle of keeping cortisol levels “just right”.
Dr. Cole’s Favorite Lifestyle Recommendations to Support HPA Axis Function
* Holy basil
* Ashwagandha
* Lion’s mane
* Forest bathing
* Caring for spiritual needs
* Grounding
*DUTCH Plus Info Sheet
*https://dutchtest.com/info-dutch-plus/
*DUTCH CAR (cortisol awakening r…
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Nov 29, 2022
Finding Comfort in the "Menopause Metamorphosis" with Esther Blum
In this episode we talk about perimenopause with our guest Esther Blum!
As an integrative dietitian and menopause expert, Esther Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS, has helped thousands of women navigate the metamorphosis of menopause. For too long women have been told their discomfort during perimenopause and menopause is, “just the way it is.” Esther Blum isn’t having that. She preaches the importance of self-advocacy to her clients as they navigate the often uncertain terrain of perimenopause.
Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton interviews Esther on her hormone, diet, and lifestyle approach to treating the symptoms of perimenopause. Hear her three “meno-laws” for fat loss and other tips for transitioning into menopause successfully. Download the episode and listen now!
*Esther’s three “meno-laws” for fat loss*
* Optimize your protein intake
* Protein > carb ratio
* Carbs at night with dinner
*More resources from Esther Blum*
Find Esther’s books https://estherblum.com/books/
Esther…
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Nov 22, 2022
Evaluating PCOS with the DUTCH Test
From the beginning of her career to now, Melissa Groves Azzaro has been able to profoundly change the lives of thousands of patients with the insights provided through DUTCH testing. She and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the ins and outs of DUTCH testing for PCOS and the wealth of knowledge available to providers through the DUTCH website. Listen now!
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Nov 15, 2022
Rethinking our Approach to PCOS with Melissa Groves Azzaro
PCOS is not just a reproductive disorder. In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, examines the nuances of PCOS with Melissa Groves Azzaro, founder of The Hormone Dietitian. They explain the possible root causes of PCOS and discuss a whole-body approach to treating this disease state. Their discussion is fascinating, listen now!
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Nov 8, 2022
Using DUTCH for Prostate and Testosterone Health
Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Geo Espinosa discuss men’s health and the applications of DUTCH testing to address patients with hypogonadism and evaluate the proper estrogen to testosterone balance. Listen now to hear about Dr. Espinosa’s passion for men’s health and how he uses the DUTCH Test in his practice.
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Nov 1, 2022
Testosterone and Androgen Basics with Dr. Debbie Rice
Testosterone isn’t typically thought of as a “female hormone,” but research shows that women with healthy androgen levels preserve egg quality later in life. Testosterone and other androgens are important for wellbeing and fertility—for men and women. Listen along as Dr. Rice explains the role of androgens in a happy, healthy body.
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Oct 25, 2022
Estrogen Detox Basics with Dr. Kelly Ruef
Dr. Kelly Ruef is back and shares her knowledge and wisdom with Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, in this episode of the DUTCH Podcast. We get to hear the ins and outs of estrogen detoxification and how to best serve patients who are struggling with detox. Listen now to learn all about these pathways and how the DUTCH Test can help you assess your patient’s estrogen detox status.
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Oct 18, 2022
Research-Based Hormone Testing with Mark Newman, MS
Season two kicks off with DUTCH Chief Medical Officer Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, discussing the latest hormone testing research with President and Founder of Precision Analytical, Mark Newman, MS. Tune in to learn how "meaningful differentiation" can help providers make more personalized treatment decisions, and more.
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Oct 11, 2022
Season Two Preview: New Host & New Guests!
The DUTCH Podcast is back for an exciting new season with a new host and even more functional medicine experts to help you understand hormones and hormone testing. This season, join Chief Medical Officer of DUTCH, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, to explore the body’s most complex communication system with guests from across the functional medicine industry. Dr. Smeaton will break down the complicated field of functional endocrinology into digestible segments that providers and patients alike can learn from.
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Aug 16, 2022
Bonus Episode - Fertility & Cycle Mapping
We are happy to unlock a bonus episode of the DUTCH Podcast to introduce our new Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton! In this episode, Dr. Smeaton and Mark Newman discuss fertility treatment using DUTCH Cycle Mapping. Our fertility expert, Dr. Smeaton, shares her insights to handling complex, cycle-related issues. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the DUTCH Podcast to hear more about Season 2 coming soon.
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Jul 19, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: DUTCH Testing Basics
In this week’s installment of endocrine essentials, we highlight how the DUTCH Test can uncover hidden markers and help diagnose tough, hormone-related ailments like PCOS, endometriosis, Cushing’s disease, and more. Dr. Debbie Rice explains the connections between hormone imbalance and some of the most common symptoms facing patients today.
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Jul 12, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Oxidative Stress
Dr. Allison Smith joins Mark Newman to discuss the nine organic acids available with DUTCH testing, which assist providers in evaluating nutrient deficiency or cellular oxidation. In this episode of the DUTCH Podcast, they focus primarily on the oxidative stress marker 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine, also known as 8-OHDG.
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Jul 5, 2022
Cortisol Patterns Through Case Studies
This week, Dr. Ruef helps us break down the often-confusing business of testing cortisol. She and Mark Newman discuss how to interpret the results of DUTCH Tests to better help providers and patients reach their goals and solve specific cortisol-related issues.
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Jun 28, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Cortisol
In this episode Dr. Christina O’Brien will be covering the CAR, metabolized cortisol and more. Cortisol is the stress hormone, and you can tell a lot about how someone manages stress by looking at the first hour of their day. The Cortisol Awakening Response - or CAR - acts as a mini stress test to show how your body uses cortisol to wake up and feel alert. Listen in to learn about cortisol and how to use the saliva cortisol curve to understand your patients' stress resilience.
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Jun 21, 2022
The Circadian Rhythm
This week, we’re asking the expert, Dr. Deb Matthew, about the power of the circadian rhythm. She’ll talk about how cortisol, DHEA, and melatonin all work together to maintain a normal, healthy sleep and waking cycle. Plus learn what you can do to get your sleep back on track.
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Jun 14, 2022
What’s the Deal with the Pregnenolone Steal?
We’re getting out of the shallow end of endocrine essentials and going deep into some controversial topics—so buckle up. Our Ask the Experts series is back this week with Tom Guilliams explaining the truth about Adrenal Fatigue and answering the question: Does chronic stress really “steal” pregnenolone to make cortisol?
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Jun 7, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Males & Testosterone
In this week's episode, we're joined by Doreen Saltiel, MD, an expert on men’s health and testosterone. Mark Newman and Dr. Saltiel discuss men's health and review the research on testosterone therapy. You'll hear her insights on the benefits of testosterone therapy for male patients, plus what to look for on the DUTCH Test to identify potential risk factors.
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May 31, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Female Androgens
This week, Dr. Kelly Ruef is on the show discussing how the hormones that are most commonly thought of as “male hormones” present symptoms in female patients. You’ll learn more about what to look for on the DUTCH Test when assessing testosterone, DHEA-S, androsterone, and other androgens for female patients.
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May 24, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Estrogens
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by the Director of Clinical Education for Precision Analytical, Dr. Debbie Rice, to explain estrogen and estrogen metabolism. Dr. Rice is an expert in female hormone health and will dive into the complexities of estrogen including where it’s created, how the body uses it, and what happens when there’s too much. Join us this week as we talk about the importance of estrogen and why it’s so often misunderstood.
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May 17, 2022
Endocrine Essentials: Progesterone
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Bethany Hays, MD for Endocrine Essentials: Progesterone. Dr. Hays was a board-certified OB/GYN and practiced obstetrics for 29 years. In that time, she delivered thousands of babies and can explain the complexities of female hormones to anyone. She will be answering Mark Newman’s questions to give you a high-level overview of progesterone: What is it? What does progesterone therapy do? and Who does it help?
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May 10, 2022
Understanding Menopause: From Peri to Post
Dr. Tara Scott is back with us for a second Ask the Expert segment with Mark Newman. This week, she’ll walk us through the hormone transformations during peri-menopause and menopause. She provides research-based insights behind hormone replacement therapy, how the body changes during menopause, and what “aging gracefully” actually means.
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May 3, 2022
Coming of Age: Mapping the Reproductive Cycle
In our first Ask the Expert segment, we are joined by Dr. Tara Scott, a nationally recognized authority on hormones and wellness. Dr. Scott will be answering Mark Newman's questions about the Reproductive Cycle that you’ve always been wondering. Backed by her extensive experience as an OB/GYN, she'll also bring you details and insights about the female reproductive system and the phases of the menstrual cycle.
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Apr 26, 2022
Functional Medicine: Past, Present, and Future
On this week's episode, we're honored to have the Godfather of Functional Medicine himself, Dr. Jeff Bland, with us to explore the evolution of the functional medicine industry.
Listen in for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation between Mark Newman and Dr. Bland as they dive into how the functional medicine started, where the industry is headed, and how functional testing fits into the equation.
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Apr 19, 2022
Hormones and Hormone Testing: An Origin Story
On this first episode, the President and Founder of Precision Analytical, Mark Newman, takes listeners back in time for a brief history of functional lab testing, and he explains the evolution of the DUTCH Test from it's creation ten years ago to what it's become today.
Mark will go over the basics of the different hormone tests currently being used by practitioners and he'll share the scientific research that led to the creation of the Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones - DUTCH.
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Apr 8, 2022
Introduction to the DUTCH Podcast
The DUTCH Podcast is a laid-back, relaxed space for integrative medicine providers and patients to expand their understanding of functional endocrinology testing and learn more about the body’s most complex communication system.
Subscribe to the DUTCH Podcast wherever you get your podcasts, and join us each week to hear from leaders in functional medicine like Jeff Bland, Tara Scott, and Deb Matthew. Along with our team of DUTCH experts, we'll bring you the basics of functional medicine and add a unique perspective to some very controversial topics.
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