Dr. Hotze's Wellness Revolution

What if GLP-1s could offer benefits beyond weight loss? In this episode, Dr. Ellsworth joins Elaina Mango to explore a different approach to GLP-1 medications by microdosing them to support overall health and longevity. Dr. Ellsworth explains how GLP-1 and GIP compounds interact with receptors throughout the body and discusses emerging research surrounding several common health issues. He also exp...

What if the food you eat every day is doing more than simply satisfying your hunger? In this episode, Elaina Mango is joined by Gabrielle Foppe, Physician Assistant at Hotze Health & Wellness Center, to discuss how nutrition can influence energy, metabolism, gut health, blood sugar, inflammation, and overall wellness. Gabrielle explains why shifting the focus from convenience and short-term gr...

What happens to your gut after a serious infection, multiple rounds of antibiotics, and major surgery? In this episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, is joined by Elaina Mango, Vice President of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, to share Elaina’s recent health journey and the steps she took to restore her gut health. What began as sudden...

Could low testosterone be affecting your energy, mood, strength, or sex drive? Testosterone is often thought of as a male hormone, but women rely on it too. In this episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, explains the important role testosterone plays in women’s health and the symptoms that may indicate testosterone levels are no longer optimiz...

Testosterone replacement therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, explains how testosterone therapy can be customized for men based on their symptoms, lifestyle, health history, and individual response to treatment. She also discusses signs that may be associated with low testosterone. Bryana compares three testosterone...

What happens when you stop accepting symptoms as something you simply have to live with and start taking a more active role in your health? In this episode, Dr. Hotze sits down with Sarah Shaw, who shares how reading Hormones, Health, and Happiness nearly 20 years ago changed the way she approached her health. At the time, Sarah was struggling with severe fatigue, brain fog, itching, recurring fun...

Could yeast overgrowth be contributing to symptoms like brain fog, bloating, fatigue, or persistent sugar cravings? In this episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, explains the purpose behind the yeast-free eating program and why addressing gut health is an important part of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center's approach to wellness. She dis...

It’s not just about testosterone! Low testosterone isn’t the only hormone men should be concerned about. In this episode, Elaina Mango, Vice President of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, is joined by Physician Assistant Gabrielle Foppe to discuss why optimal men's health requires much more than simply treating testosterone levels. They explain how symptoms are often dismissed as normal agin...

Is the recent concern over Cyclospora infections something most people should worry about? In this episode, Dr. Hotze discusses the parasite Cyclospora, explaining what it is, how it is transmitted, and why he believes the public response has been disproportionate to the number of reported cases. He reviews where the organism is commonly found, how infections occur through contaminated food or wat...

Can improving your gut health transform your overall health? In this episode, Elaina Mango, Vice President of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, is joined by Physician Assistant Gabrielle Foppe to introduce the center's new 90-Day Gut Repair Therapy Program. They explain why optimal health begins in the digestive system and discuss how poor gut health can contribute to far more than digestive...

Could parasites be contributing to chronic fatigue, digestive issues, brain fog, or unexplained health symptoms? In this episode, Bryana Burken, pharmacist and physician liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, is joined by Elaina Mango, Vice President of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, to discuss common misconceptions about parasites, how exposure can happen in everyday life, and why...

Why is estrogen about so much more than reproductive health? In this episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, is joined by Elaina Mango, Vice President of the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, to discuss estrogen’s vital role in overall wellness, healthy aging, fertility, brain function, skin health, and longevity. Together, they explain why h...

Healthy skin starts with calming inflammation and supporting your skin barrier! In this episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, is joined by Bailie Muñoz, Licensed Esthetician at Hotze Health & Wellness Center, to discuss their compounded Healthy Skin Cream. Bryana and Bailie explain that skin changes can be linked to inflammation, hormonal...

What would you do if your child was exhausted, struggling with brain fog, unable to eat normally, and being told it was all in her head? In this powerful episode, Dr. Hotze speaks with Roxanne O’Hara, whose three daughters traveled from Washington State to Hotze Health & Wellness Center after years of unresolved health challenges. Roxanne shares how her daughter’s health declined as a teenager...

What does it take to build a healthcare business that has served guests for 25 years? In this special episode, Bryana Burken, Pharmacist and Physician Liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, shares the story behind the pharmacy’s journey, the lessons learned along the way, and the principles that continue to guide its mission today. Bryana discusses how Physicians Preference Pharmacy began in...

Could your thyroid be affecting far more than you realize? In this fascinating episode, Dr. Hotze sits down with thyroid specialist and ENT physician Dr. Dana Gibbs to discuss how understanding thyroid health transformed both of their medical practices and personal lives. Dr. Gibbs shares her own journey of struggling for years with fatigue, irregular periods, low energy, hair loss, and other symp...

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women and is often associated with symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, infertility, weight gain, fatigue, mood swings, and more. In this episode, Dr. Hotze discusses the common signs of PCOS and explores how hormone imbalances, insulin resistance, stress, and thyroid dysfunction may contribute to the condition. Dr. Hotze explains the...

Brain fog is common, but not normal!  The brain is only 2% of the body’s weight but uses 20% of its energy. In this episode, Dr. Hotze discusses the common symptoms and root causes of brain fog. He also discusses how hormone balance, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats all play an important role in supporting brain function and mental clarity. Dr. Hotze shares practical steps to help support brai...

Brain fog is common, but not normal!  The brain is only 2% of the body’s weight but uses 20% of its energy. In this episode, Dr. Hotze discusses the common symptoms and root causes of brain fog. He also discusses how hormone balance, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats all play an important role in supporting brain function and mental clarity. Dr. Hotze shares practical steps to help support brai...

What happens when hormone loss after a hysterectomy leaves you feeling exhausted, depressed, and disconnected from the life you once loved? In this episode, Dr. Steve Hotze sits down with longtime guest Tammy Boren to discuss her journey back to health after years of hormonal imbalance, fatigue, gut issues, and emotional struggles following a complete hysterectomy. Tammy shares how her symptoms wo...

What if the same natural health principles used to support human wellness could also help our pets live healthier lives? In this episode, Dr. Hotze is joined by Dr. Judy Morgan, a holistic veterinarian and founder of Naturally Healthy Pets, to discuss her transition from conventional veterinary medicine to a more natural approach. Dr. Morgan encourages pet owners to ask better questions and make i...

Could nicotine have a place in supporting focus, mood, motivation, and brain health? In this episode, Dr. Don Ellsworth explores the growing conversation around nicotine, not in the form of smoking, vaping, or tobacco products, but as a tool that may offer cognitive and neurological support when used carefully. He explains how nicotine interacts with acetylcholine receptors in the brain and why so...

Could nitazoxanide be one of the most overlooked tools for supporting the body against parasites, bacterial overgrowth, SIBO, and viral infections? In this episode, Bryana Burken, pharmacist and physician liaison with Physicians Preference Pharmacy, explains how nitazoxanide works, why it is considered a repurposed drug, and how it may support the body’s immune response. Bryana discusses the histo...

What if one of the most effective tools for brain fog, inflammation, and immune balance isn’t a new drug at all, but a repurposed one used in a completely different way? In this episode, Bryana Burken explains how low-dose naltrexone (LDN) works differently at lower doses to support the body’s natural healing processes. LDN helps regulate the immune system and has shown benefits for individuals de...

What happens when a provider is trained to look beyond symptoms and focus on the whole person? In this episode, Dr. Don Ellsworth introduces Gabrielle Foppe, PA-C, the newest provider at the Hotze Health & Wellness Center, and explores the perspective she brings to patient care. With a background rooted in osteopathic principles, Gabrielle shares how her education emphasized mind, body, and sp...