Doctor Anna, MD

As a triple-board certified physician and pain-trained doctor and certified aromatherapist, I wanted to tell you all about what essential oils I use to help people with pain. I discuss the top essential oils used in aromatherapy that may benefit headaches, migraines, myofascial pain, muscle pain, muscle spasms, muscle tension, and fibromyalgia.   I also tell you how to look for real essential oils...

 I've been hearing so much venting from my colleagues, patients, and friends that constant stress and anxiety has us in a bind - creating new symptoms of insomnia, palpitations, anger, overeating or undereating, a constant buzzing or shaking feeling, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal bloating or abdominal pain, and chronic fatigue; the list goes on. Fear and anxiety show up when we feel that life'...

Meet Dr. Carissa Stanton, MD, owner and founder of Mindful Pediatrics KC at www.mindfulpediatricskc.com.  She is a gem in the Kansas City community providing home health for children to keep the family well and prevent sickness. She is one of the best pediatricians I know (and I've worked with many at the national level!!!).  She touches on how to take care of the whole family and supporting the m...

Achieving an effective and healthy sleep cycle to promote natural sleep rhythms, deep, light, and rem sleep is tough when you're dealing with chronic pain or an illness that disrupts sleep.  In this episode, we review several supplements and sleep therapies that have been studied!   Valerian Lemon Balm Acupuncture and Acupressure Hypnosis Relaxation Meditation and Mindfulness Essential oils and Ar...

Stephanie McGuirk, Doctor of Acupuncture and Somatic Healing Expert, discusses insights from her new book "Totem Companions: Mastering the Twelve Archetypes and the Five Elements Within You." Find it on Amazon  She discusses the ways in which we armor or protect ourselves as the "Warrior" when trying to survive stressful times or traumatic situations and how acupuncture and mind-body therapies can...

Insomnia is unfortunately one of the most common sleep disorders for individuals with chronic pain or chronic headaches.  Sleep and stress are the top triggers for pain flares for individuals dealing with fibromyalgia, joint pain, or migraines and headaches, just to name a few! But having pain also causes sleep to be disrupted. So which one causes the other?  Well, at this point they both have an...

The muscle pain, brain fog, fatigue, sleep issues, pain, muscle aches, muscle and joint stiffness, joint pain, brainfog, fibrofog, cognitive issues, difficulty concentrating!!  All these are symptoms of fibromyalgia and it can be awful as I'm a pain physician who has lived through it.  Today's episode we are going to discuss the background, causes, and the underlying reasons for developing fibromy...

This is your chance to finally learn what you truly need to heal and recover from whatever you're struggling with.  This is your excavation: digging deeper to find out what you truly need to be more aligned and connected with your authentic self so you can live out the life you've always wanted.  In this episode, we review how to become more connected to our inner selves, spirit, the authentic sel...

This episode delves into my personal journey dealing with MEGA chronic pain and all the therapies I tried, some more evidence-based and others not as much. I discuss the therapies: nutrition, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, massage, myofascial release, movement, physical therapy, and supplements!   But we go into the one therapy that truly can release the chronic pain (and is well studied)! And...

We have BIG-TIME expert in mold and chronic inflammatory response syndrome, Dr. Jessica Jellison, MD discuss the chronic symptoms from environmental mold exposure.  She reviews: 1. Do dehumidifiers help or hurt? 2. What to look for when working with mold inspection and remediation companies? 3. How to connect mold exposure and chronic health symptoms 4. Health plan to heal and recover from mold ex...

Myofascial release is a technique where you release points of tension in the fascia, or connective tissue, of the body. It relaxes muscles and has a whole host of benefits to your body. We discuss research about how it can improve immunity, cardiovascular health, pain and more! And of course we will give you practical tips on how to do it at home.  Comment or DM us @Health_Is_PowHer on Instagram A...

Hi all, thanks for choosing this podcast episode today. We want to give you an incredible tool that I didn't become familiar with until later in my career as a physician: HYPNOSIS!  I had no idea how powerful this therapy is...until I learned firsthand with my own motion sickness symptoms.  And it's not about using a pendulum or the jungle book snake hypnotizing you, lol!   Hypnosis is "a state of...

I think it's important I start sharing why I built Health Is PowHer in order to build a community and that healing is possible, and it's not just about medicine, supplements, nutrition, and exercise (even though those are all necessary components for wellness). There's so much more to it including the emotional pain, the disconnect from our own spiritual needs, and the incredible power we have at...

Join HIP hosts Dr. Anna Esparham-Evans and Anne Clark, registered nurse and certified personal trainer for a conversation about sustainable exercise that helps and does not hinder health. So often, us women find ourselves on one end of the spectrum. We either feel like we don't work out enough and want to be in better shape, or we are over-exercising and running ourselves into the ground. Dr. Anna...

Anne Clark, RN, CPN and NASM-CPT discusses her path to becoming a personal trainer and how you can get started with a safe and effective exercise plan. The world of fitness can be hard to navigate and so many people end up with injuries. We want to share some evidence-based strategies to get in awesome shape without being slowed down by injury and pain! Check out this week's episode and try out ou...

If you haven't yet listened to HIP's Episode 9 with Dr. Andi Roths, Pharm. D., she gives you a great overview of Low Dose Naltrexone. In this episode, we discuss why LDN works and has been studied for clinical use in fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, Crohn's disease, cancer, Hailey-Hailey disease (a skin condition), and complex regional pain syndrome or amplified pain. And today we are going to ta...

I'm so excited to have share this podcast episode with you. Dr. Andi Roths, Pharm. D, Vice President of Clinical Development at CustomRx Compounding Pharmacy in Wichita, KS. She is loaded with 15 years experience in the compounding pharmacy world and is so incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to helping women with chronic health problems and conditions. She is incredibly passionate about Low Dos...

Meet one of the very few in the country with a Master's Level Integrative Dietetics certification and sports performance nutritionist taking care of NFL players and high performing athletes: Randy Evans, MS, RD, and husband/love of my life.  He is going to break down real evidence-based nutrition into a simple healthy meal plan. It will completely clear away all the complexities and confusion abou...

Ladies, so many of you – especially if you've had a baby – can relate to this one. Ever sneezed and leaked a little? Or maybe had pain with sex, pelvic pain, pain with tampon use, low back pain, constipation, or urinary frequency? Pelvic floor issues are so common and often get ignored!  Check out Health is PowHer's interview with Sarah Dominguez, PT, MSPT, CLT, WCS, CMTPT, a pelvic dysfunction ex...

A majority of women experience cyclic breast pain around their menstrual period, but some of us it can be so severe it requires treatment. During this episode, we review the lifestyle recommendations, the triggers, the causes, and TREATMENTS including conventional medicines and integrative approaches including relaxation, supplements, and acupuncture/acupressure! Find the shownotes at:  www.health...

Ever wondered how to get rid of PMS?  The notorious emotional swings, fatigue, and even pain that can come with your period.  Well we cover as much of the evidence there is on how to recover from PMS so the monthly cycles don't plague us!  From nutrition to supplements, botanicals, light therapy, and more!  You can find the shownotes and other resources at: www.healthispowher.com Instagram: @Healt...

It's menstrual cramp Monday! Join us for this week's episode of Health is PowHer podcast because we know pretty much every woman can relate to this topic. Menstrual cramps! Dr. Anna is going to share the science behind this not-so-lovely monthly occurrence and what you can do about them naturally and effectively! Listen in on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or the Health is PowHer website .

Why should you worry about pelvic pain? Well, there are so many different types and causes, ranging from hormonal cramps, bladder pain, endometriosis and more. Dr. Anna provides an overview of the most common symptoms and causes of pelvic pain, as well as her own personal experience. Many times it does not involve any underlying illness, however in other instances it may be a symptom of something...

According the CDC, PCOS affects an estimated 5 million women in the US and is one of the leading causes of infertility. Listen to Dr. Anna Esparham-Evans to learn about this syndrome and what conventional medicine isn't telling you. Dr. Anna will give some special insights on natural methods of helping PCOS symptoms through lifestyle and diet. Subscribe now for more Health is PowHer episodes and c...

 Are you a woman struggling with a chronic condition, not getting answers through conventional medicine? Do you feel that your health isn't quite right, but you don't know why? Are you wanting to improve your overall health mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually? Want answers to questions you've always had about natural medicine such as acupuncture, aromatherapy and essential oils, medi...