Save Yourself With Dr. Amy Shah

Could stress, loneliness, and your daily habits be damaging your gut health and hormones? In this episode, I share some of my favorite moments and lessons from my conversations on The Mel Robbins Podcast. We talk about how circadian rhythms affect your gut bacteria, the best “probiotic” for your body, and the nutrition framework that helps thousands of women feel stronger and more energized. I also share the powerful advice Mel gave me about confidence, visibility, and owning your expertise as a woman. Get ready to rethink the connection between your gut, mindset, relationships, and overall health in a completely new way. Check out our Sponsors: AquaTru - Head to AquaTru.com now and get 20% off your purifier using promo code AMY.  Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/DRAMY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code AMY at OSEAMalibu.com. Shopify - Sign up for your $1 per month trial today at shopify.com/amy. Super - Go to super.com/rx to see how much you can save. In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 The advice from Mel Robbins that changed how I show up as a woman and physician. 05:00 How does stress cause bloating in your gut? 10:45 How alcohol, circadian rhythms, and late-night habits affect your microbiome. 12:30 The “3 Fs” morning routine for better digestion, energy, and hormones. 15:00 What is the best probiotic for your body? 17:15 The 30/30/3 framework for stronger hormones, metabolism, and mood. 23:15 How your relationships and social life influence your gut microbiome. 24:30 Why joy, laughter, and connection help calm inflammation and improve emotional health. 27:45 Why community, friendships, and social connections are essential for better health and longevity. Resources Listen to my episodes on The Mel Robbins Podcast: Harvard Doctor Reveals Why You Have Cravings and How to Stop Them | The Mel Robbins Podcast HERE How to Hack Your Hormones and Use Science to Lose Weight and Sleep Better | The Mel Robbins Podcast HERE The Science of Your Gut: 3 Easy Steps to Reduce Bloating, Improve Digestion, and Feel Better Today HERE Reset Your Gut in 5 Days: A Medical Doctor’s Step-by-Step Protocol to Transform Your Health HERE Strong, Fit and Healthy: How to Get Your Best Body & Increase Your Energy in 3 Days HERE Get your copy of my book Hormone Havoc HERE Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Mel Robbins: @melrobbins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you reverse skin aging without damaging your skin or relying on invasive procedures? In this episode, I sit down with Lucy Goff, founder of LYMA, to break down the science behind one of the most talked-about beauty technologies right now. We talk about the difference between red light therapy and cold laser technology, what’s really happening beneath your skin as you age, and whether at-home devices can truly deliver long-term results. Lucy shares how this new category of laser works at the cellular level, what “longevity genes” mean for your skin, and why this approach is completely different from traditional treatments that rely on damage and repair. This episode is brought to you in collaboration with LYMA - Use code AMY10 to save on your LYMA Laser at http://us.lyma.life/ In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 What makes laser technology different from red light therapy? 03:15 How laser technology penetrates deeper layers of skin. 08:30 Is red light therapy worth it? 09:30 What happens to collagen and cells as you age? 14:00 How traditional lasers work vs. regenerative technology. 22:45 Which areas of the body respond best to treatment? 26:00 How in-office lasers compare to at-home devices. 32:00 What clinical research says about longevity benefits. 35:45 Can your skin cells actually act younger? 41:30 Why the US market is leading in wellness adoption. Resources Use code AMY10 for 10% off the LYMA Laser. Offer not valid on LYMA Laser PRO or subscriptions http://us.lyma.life/ Get your copy of my book Hormone Havoc HERE Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Lucy: @lucygoffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could your oral health habits be harming your microbiome, hormones, and long-term health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Staci Whitman, one of the world’s leading experts in functional and integrative dentistry, to talk about the truth about fluoride, why the oral microbiome matters so much for brain and cardiovascular health, and the everyday habits that may be damaging your teeth and gums. Dr. Staci also shares the top things she recommends for healthier teeth and gums, which mouthwashes may be disrupting your microbiome, and the oral care products and routines she personally recommends. Get ready to rethink what healthy teeth really mean for your overall health. Check out our Sponsors: Air Doctor - Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code AMY to get UP TO $300 off today! Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/DRAMY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Quince - Head to Quince.com/DRSHAH for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code AMY at OSEAMalibu.com In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 Is fluoride doing more harm than good? 08:00 How fluoride affects pregnancy, IQ, and children’s brain health. 18:00 How fluoride and mouthwash may disrupt the oral microbiome. 20:30 What mouthwash brands are doing to your heart and hormones. 24:30 The top 5 habits for healthier teeth and gums. 30:30 Is mouth taping safe for you? 33:15 The best fluoride-free toothpaste ingredients for remineralization. 42:00 What whitening toothpaste may be doing to your teeth and microbiome. 43:00 How perimenopause and menopause impact oral health and gum disease. Resources Learn more about Dr. Staci Whitman HERE Get your FYGG Toothpaste HERE – The first toothpaste designed to protect your oral microbiome and support total wellness. Get your copy of my book Hormone Havoc HERE Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Dr. Staci’s IG: @doctor_staci Dr. Staci’s TikTok: @doctor_staci Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you overwhelmed by conflicting health advice and wondering what actually works for women in midlife? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sonal Haerter to talk about strategies for improving energy, metabolism, muscle health, and overall wellness. She breaks down the “exercise snacks”, protein habit, and her perspective about GLP-1 medications. Dr. Haerter also opens up about motherhood, identity shifts during midlife, friendships, social media pressure, and why perimenopause can actually become one of the most empowering phases of a woman’s life. Get ready to simplify your health habits and feel more confident in your next phase of life. Check out our Sponsors: Air Doctor - Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code AMY to get UP TO $300 off today! Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/DRAMY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Quince - Head to Quince.com/DRSHAH for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code AMY at OSEAMalibu.com In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 Meet Dr. Sonal Haerter, an internal medicine physician and obesity medicine expert. 04:15 The “exercise snacks” that improve metabolism in minutes. 09:30 The protein strategy Dr. Haerter uses to simplify healthy eating. 15:30 Easy high-protein meal ideas for busy women. 18:30 How to create a sustainable nutrition plan. 21:30 Dr. Haerter’s perspective on alcohol, balance, and social connection. 25:00 When do you take GLP medications? 27:45 What are the side effects women experience on GLP-1s? 28:45 Nutrition and hydration tips for women taking GLP-1 medications. 31:30 Why menopause should be seen as a “metabolic reset.” 38:45 The most common symptoms women struggle with in midlife. 40:30 How friendships, confidence, and identity shift during perimenopause. 48:30 The mindset shift that helps women stop comparing themselves online. Resources Get your copy of my book Hormone Havoc HERE - https://amymdwellness.com/book/hormone-havoc/  Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! https://stan.store/fastingmd?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaf89Fg17WSlno5zWVmPuytSWJN8VnBLE63RGWzYDM14dMjjLiTS1UdI8lH79A_aem_l0cltJdA6VkR-9t5tUOdPg  Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Sonal: @drsonalhaerter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you overwhelmed by all the women’s health advice online and wondering what actually matters right now? In this episode, I break down outdated women’s health trends, the ones that are rising, and the high-priority areas every woman should be paying attention to. I share what’s worth your energy, what you can stop obsessing over, and the habits to boost energy, mood, longevity, and feeling your best. Tune in to learn the shifts you can make today to better support your body, mind, and health for the years ahead. Check out our Sponsors: Prolon - Visit ProlonLife.com/DRAMY to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Quince - Head to Quince.com/DRSHAH for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code AMY at OSEAMalibu.com In this episode, you will learn: 00:00 The women’s health trends that matter most right now. 02:15 Lessons on parenting, change, and letting go. 07:15 The number one cause of death for women. 09:00 The biggest shifts happening in perimenopause and menopause care. 10:00 Why women’s mental health needs more attention than ever. 11:45 Why bikini body culture is outdated. 14:00 How male-centered medicine shaped women’s healthcare. 16:30 The outdated stigma around hormone replacement therapy. 19:00 Why gut health is becoming the center of women’s wellness. 22:45 The nutrition framework that supports hormones and energy. 28:15 The rise of wearable health tracking and femtech. 29:45 The daily habits that improve mood, energy, and longevity. Resources Get your copy of my book Hormone Havoc HERE Get your FREE Guide to “The Basics” HERE - 6 things you should be doing for your health! Find more resources on our website - amymdwellness.com Watch on Youtube  Follow Instagram: @dramyshah TikTok: @dramyshah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices