Miller-Hnilica

Itchy & Bitchy Podcast

Health EN ↓ 223 episodes

Itchy & Bitchy is the podcast for anyone who has ever felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health and hormone health to autoimmune disease and chronic pain , we investigate what science actually says. We examine functional medicine, holistic health, and alternative medicine with the same skeptical If it’s pseudoscience, we’ll call it. If it’s medical gaslighting, patient advocacy failure, or misdiagnosis we’ll call that too. For chronic illness warriors, self-advocacy seekers, and wellness skeptics WE OFFER No filters. No BS. Just the truth your doctor...

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Episodes

Standing Up Brings You Down? Could Be POTS! (Not Your Garden Variety) - Itchy and Bitchy 24.07.2021 30:29

Karen discusses postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), an under diagnosed condition that causes a slew of issues when standing up. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chro...

Lasagna and the Road to Empowerment - Itchy and Bitchy 17.07.2021 28:49

Karen and Alexandra Perrignon talk about the importance of self-care and learning to say, "no." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative med...

Red, White and Blue Symptoms and HRT Pellets - Itchy and Bitchy 03.07.2021 23:55

Karen thinks about discussing red, white and blue symptoms to celebrate Independence Day, but thinks better of it when the results are rather icky. Instead, she does a deep dive into HRT pellets and the different ways they can be used. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnos...

Viagra for Women? Yes Indeed! - Itchy and Bitchy 26.06.2021 25:35

Did you know women can take Viagra, too? Karen answers several questions submitted by a listener, including one about loss of libido. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain...

Brain Fog and Itchy Vagina: How Could They Be Connected? - Itchy and Bitchy 05.06.2021 25:41

Karen discusses yeast overgrowth, an often overlooked issue that can have serious health consequences. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternat...

Can the Love Hormone Fix That Ringing in Your Ears? - Itchy and Bitchy 15.05.2021 20:47

Karen discusses tinnitus and has a surprising potential solution to that high-pitched ear ringing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative...

Feel Sick But Aren't Sick? Adrenal Fatigue Could Be Your Problem - Itchy and Bitchy 01.05.2021 33:45

Karen breaks down the strange effects of adrenal fatigue and common ways to deal with it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine...

The Itchiest of Itchies – Itchy and Bitchy 24.04.2021 19:29

For the inaugural episode of Itchy and Bitchy, Karen discusses the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States: Hashimoto's thyroiditis, a condition known to cause hives and a host of other nasty symptoms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by...

Breast Tenderness and Gallbladder Problems – Sweaty and Pissed 03.04.2021 34:01

Karen addresses some listener questions, including functional medicine testing. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine ... medic...

Burn Fat and Build Muscle with Emsculpt – Sweaty and Pissed 13.03.2021 45:19

Kirk Bass, MD and Mandy Baker, RN share with Karen the services that Shea Aesthetic Clinic offers Emsculpt, microneedling and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain,...

Treating Urinary Incontinence with Emsella Chair – Sweaty and Pissed 06.03.2021 38:34

Karen visits with Dr. Kirk Bass and Mandy Baker from the Shea Aesthetic Clinic about a new, easy and highly effective treatment for urinary incontinence. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune d...

Listener Questions: Vitamin C Sickness and Sore Breasts – Sweaty and Pissed 13.02.2021 18:16

Karen and producer Forrest answer questions from listeners on a range of hormone-related topics. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative me...

Change in Alcohol Habits During the Pandemic – Sweaty and Pissed 06.02.2021 39:37

Karen and Alexandra Perrignon discuss triggers and how to change habits. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine ... medical gasl...

Listener Questions: From Pea Protein to Spit Tests – Sweaty and Pissed 17.01.2021 21:38

Karen answers some listeners' questions with the help of producer Forrest. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine ... medical ga...

Estrogen Dominance: The Most Common Hormonal Problem in Women – Sweaty and Pissed 02.01.2021 29:43

Karen answers several questions about our previous estrogen dominance episode and Leanne makes an important announcement. For more information, visit sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormon...

Is Johnny Cash in Heaven? And Other Important Questions with Tess Morgan – Sweaty and Pissed 05.12.2020 16:21

Karen, Leanne and Leanne's baby child Tess answer some questions about makeup from our listeners. Visit sweatyandpissed.com for more information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease,...

Thanksgiving Food: Leanne Doesn't Have a Lick of Sense Over a Pumpkin – Sweaty and Pissed 28.11.2020 32:04

Karen and Leanne discuss Thanksgiving foods and the effects they have on our health. For more information, visit sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain,...

Listener Questions: How to Lose Belly Fat – Sweaty and Pissed 21.11.2020 21:20

Karen tackles one of the questions she gets more than any other: "How do I lose this belly fat?" For more information, visit sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, c...

Low Dose Naltrexone: You Won't Believe What All It Helps! – Sweaty and Pissed 14.11.2020 29:24

Karen and Leanne discuss low dose naltrexone and the amazing variety of ailments it helps with. Visit sweatyandpissed.com for more information. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, ch...

Listener Questions: Estrogen Dominance – Sweaty and Pissed 08.11.2020 12:26

Karen discusses estrogen dominance. For more information, visit sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, holistic health, and alternative medicine ... m...

Caffeine Risks and Benefits: Leanne Has Been Drinking Coffee Since Kindergarten – Sweaty and Pissed 31.10.2020 32:04

Karen and Leanne discuss the risks and benefits of caffeine usage, and Karen answers a question about mushroom supplements. For more information, visit our website at sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From g...

Makeup Tips for Mature Skin with Tess Morgan (Part 4) – Sweaty and Pissed 24.10.2020 42:36

In the final installment of our makeup series, Leanne Morgan's baby child Tess Morgan (Instagram: @poutbytesslucille), a professional makeup artist, gives tips on makeup for eyebrows, eyes, and lips. If you haven't already, check out the first three parts! Part 3: https://apple.co/34FRUoW Part 2: https://apple.co/3mAUa6Y Part 1: https://apple.co/35Nc0Nj For more information, including step by step...

Allergy Treatments and Leanne Is Going to Throw Away That See-through Gown – Sweaty and Pissed 17.10.2020 53:50

Karen discusses options for allergy treatments and Leanne regrets wearing her see-through gown. Also, visit functionofbeauty.com/sweaty for 20% off your first order of custom hair care products! Just like Karen recommends, all of their products are free of mineral oils, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, and gluten. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-pod...

Is There a Tan Squatter Living in Leanne's Finished Basement? – Sweaty and Pissed 10.10.2020 36:50

Karen and Leanne catch up about Leanne's travels and address some questions that were submitted on Facebook. Check out our merch and the blog at sweatyandpissed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/itchy-bitchy-podcast--4303608/support . Itchy & Bitchy: Have you felt dismissed, misdiagnosed, or gaslit by a broken medical system. From gut health, hormones, a...

Makeup Tips for Mature Skin with Tess Morgan (Part 3) – Sweaty and Pissed 03.10.2020 37:06

Bronzer and blush tips from Leanne's baby child, Tess Morgan (Instagram: @poutbytesslucille), a professional makeup artist. For more information, including step by step instructions from Tess, check out our website sweatyandpissed.com Also, visit functionofbeauty.com/sweaty for 20% off your first order of custom hair care products! Just like Karen recommends, all of their products are free of mine...