The Dr. Nirvana Podcast

Did you know that you can balance your hormones by properly combining the foods you put in your mouth? You sure can! By changing the way you eat, you can take control of your hormones. What exactly do I mean? I'm referring to knowing what foods to eat together, better known as food combining. The idea behind food combining is that specific foods pair well together, while others don’t. And whe...

If painful intercourse is causing you more pain than pleasure, you're not alone. While it's very common to experience this during menopause, it can also occur in perimenopause. Your body goes through many physical changes during menopause , as well as perimenopause ; many of which can have an impact on sexual intercourse. These changes are primarily due to shifting hormone levels, especi...

Welcome to Regenerate You™, I’m Dr. Nirvana! If you have hypothyroidism or Hashimioto's , then most likely you've been prescribed thyroid medication. The two commonly prescribed versions most people are given is Armour or NP Thyroid. But what's the difference between the two? Armour Thyroid is the brand name for desiccated thyroid extract, made of dried and powdered thyroid glands,...

Welcome to Regenerate You™, I’m Dr. Nirvana!  Today I wanted to discuss a health topic that doesn’t get the attention it deserves and that’s PMDD.  PMDD, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder, is more than just PMS. Moodiness, anxiety, bloating, crying for no reason, devouring a box of cookies before you even realize it, can be considered  somewhat normal symptoms of PMS.   But with PMDD,  symptoms c...

Welcome to Regenerate You™, I’m Dr. Nirvana! As we all know, the brain is responsible for directing the operations of the entire human body. Every blink of your eye, every twitch of your muscle, and every thought that runs through your mind originate from the brain. Which means the brain is the ultimate ruler of your body. As you age, your brain is exposed to more and more toxins which results in...

You may be surprised to learn that a fungus called Candida (which is normally present within your body), can lead to digestive issues , fatigue , brain fog , recurring fungal infections, skin problems, mood swings , and many more health problems that you've been struggling with for years. On this episode of Regenerate You™, I discuss how to determine whether Candida overgrowth is something th...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regenerate You! On this episode, I wanted to discuss the detrimental effects of mold to your health. Mold toxicity occurs when mycotoxins are produced by micro-fungi, that can affect your body including your hormones, thyroid, adrenals and gut. This is because mycotoxins are nearly all cytotoxic, disrupting various cellular structures , and interfere with vital cellular...

On today’s episode of Regenerate You™, I discuss some of the worst fats that are hidden in every day foods and how you can avoid them. These fats contain another kind of fat that falls outside of the saturated and unsaturated categories which wreak havoc on your cells transforming your DNA! As of 1999, label laws in the United States don't require food manufacturers to include detailed inform...

Hello Everyone welcome to Regenerate You™, I’m Dr. Nirvana! On today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Jason Jones who is a board-certified Chiropractor.  He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2000 with a BS Degree in Athletic Training from Troy State University and is also a Certified Health Coach – IIN (Institute for Integrative Nutrition).   He believes that a...

Ahhh sleep...it's something we all yearn for when we just can't seem to get enough and some of us go to all lengths to catch our Z's as it slips further and further out of our control. And if we hear one more time, "just get to bed earlier", we may just lose our minds! So, how come you’re still so tired? The answer may surprise you. If you are not able to stay asleep and a...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regnerate You™, I'm Dr. Nirvana! On this episode, I am speaking with Jenn Trepeck who is an Optimal Health Coach, Podcaster and Business Consultant who is the Founder of Better Life Now LLC . As a Health Coach, Jenn's experience in health is one in which I find great similarities with, because she uses science to explain why the body does what it dose. And when...

Welcome to Regenerate You™, I’m Dr. Nirvana! On today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Megan Olson, a certified Nutritionist, of Skinny Fitalicious LLC. She helps women over 35 lost weight and keep it off. Megan's approach to nutrition is not like most others in her field, because it's specific to bringing balance to your hormones, through nutrition! You can reach out to Me...

Hello Everyone! Welcome to Regenerate You, I'm Dr. Nirvana. Even though you've probably got the hang of your cycle by now, chances are that some menstrual mysteries remain in question. Maybe your cycle is super long or short , or it's irregular, or it comes with side effects like PMS—and you wonder if what you experience each month is normal. Or maybe new issues have cropped up, lik...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regenerate You™, I'm Dr. Nirvana! On today's episode I had the pleasure of interviewing my Acuptuncturist, Satch Purcell.  He is also an Herbalist, Occupational Therapist, and co-host of the Authenticity Show , a podcast about health, creativity and the quest for excellence. He earned his master’s in acupuncture and oriental medicine from South Baylo University...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regenerate You, I'm Dr. Nirvana! On this episode, I sit down with two of my very favorite ladies from the Resting Mind. We discuss how they help women heal their anxiety through simple approaches by creating habits for sustainable change. This interview is longer than my normal episodes, but if you're ready to focus on you again, without apology, to heal your a...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regenerate You, I'm Dr. Nirvana! On today's episode, I interview Matt Schifferle who is a Personal Efficiency Specialist offering fitness advice for those with insulin resistance and PCOS. He shares his tips on what exercises are best to do for PCOS while discussing why having a weight loss plateau is actually a good thing ! His approach to fitness is not like...

​Where fat ends up is influenced by several factors, including heredity and hormones . ​Calories matter, but hormones matter more. In particular, reducing your belly fat involves the reset of the belly fat ​hormones which I'll be discussing during this episode. I'll share my basic strategies that you can implement to burn the fat around your abdomen, naturally!​​​  If you’re looking for...

Digestive issues that are seemingly common like reflux, bloating, and constipation, are canary’s in the coal mine when it comes to damage in the gut. Far too often I’ve heard patients seeking relief from antacids to quench these symptoms, thinking that they’re a completely safe medication. But as with most drugs, there’s still the risk of unwanted side effects. Ultimately relying on antacids, make...

If you’ve ever felt confused by spiking anxiety shortly before your period begins, don’t worry: You’re not alone. Our hormones directly affect our anxiety levels. And it’s not just cortisol — a number of hormones can influence how stressed you’re feeling on any particular day. On this episode, I discuss the wild world of hormones inside your body — and info about how they can cause your anxiety ....

Hello Everyone and welcome to my Podcast, Regenerate You, I'm Dr. Nirvana. Insulin is one of the most misunderstood hormones in your body. There are some diet plans that say to keep it as low as possible and others that say you need more of it. If you're trying to lose weight, balance your cholesterol, or even achieve healthy thyroid levels; optimum insulin levels are necessary. But what...

Thyroid problems can have a ripple effect throughout your body, including your cardiovascular system. In particular, people with hypothyroidism may have higher cholesterol, which can increase the risk of heart disease and further inflammatory conditions in the body . On this episode I discuss the link between thryoid issues and cardivascular disease and what you need to know about this potential d...

Hello Everyone, welcome to Regenerate You, I'm Dr. Nirvana! There are a lot of factors that can contribute to your individual experience with hormonal birth control, including your genetics, the type of hormonal contraceptive used, and how long you were using it. But on this episode, I wanted to review the top 5 common causes of post-birth control hair loss , that I see with my patients and w...

You know what they say, sh*t happens. But for millions of Americans, sometimes it doesn’t. That’s right, I'm talking about constipation. On this episode I discuss a very common cause that's often overlooked, and what you can do to treat it naturally. If you’re looking for additional advice, feel free to visit my blog here . You can also stay connected with me on my Facebook page @DrNirva...

If you find yourself struggling with food intolerances of any kind, then it's most likely causing an imbalance in your hormones as well. And if you've been diagnosed with low testosterone, PCOS , estrogen dominance , thyroid issues , or insulin resistance; then your food sensitivities are making them worse. In this Podcast, I discuss how they're linked and where to begin to help hea...

Hello Everyone! Welcome to Regenerate You, I’m Dr. Nirvana. Today I wanted to discuss a very hot topic when it comes to PCOS and that’s weight loss. One of the biggest struggles with women struggling with PCOS is losing weight or keeping it off. While diet can help to reduce weight, inevitably we return to square one with the weight coming back on.  On this episode, I'll share which hormones...