The Michele Broad Show

Many of us have read health articles about the dangers of too much sugar. Certainly, those who want to lose weight have heard their medical provider say,"....And cut out sugar." But why? Why is sugar so bad for us and our waistlines? Well, that is what today's episode is all about. We discuss The real facts about sugar Diseases that too much sugar in your diet can cause What products have a lot of...

The treatment for thyroid issues has skyrocketed over the past several years, especially with the emergence of the new term "subclinical hypothyroidism". The poor thyroid gets blamed for everything and in today's episode, I come to its rescue. Since the symptoms of an under-active thyroid mimic so many other things are we both the medical field and patients themselves jumping to medication too fas...

Today's episode is in response to a listener's question asking about what is Candida Overgrowth and what can I do about it. Listen in as we explore: What is Candida Overgrowth Symptoms You May Have a Candida Overgrowth Tests for Candida Overgrowth and finally Things you can do to help get rid of it Today's episode freebie is a complimentary handout on Anti-Candida Foods To Add To Your Nutrition Pl...

As a busy businesswoman myself, I know first hand how hard it can be to keep our health front and center and thrive in it rather than just survive in it. In today's episode I am giving you practical tips on how to stop just surviving in it but thrive in it and then I discuss with y'all how a hectic lifestyle can damage your health and then to end on a happy healthier note I'm giving you 5 ways min...

Last week one of the BIG health organizations came out with a new diagnosis for a BIG health concern that we are seeing a huge rise in today and it is with that release that this episode is being aired on today. The topic of depression is not new by any means and depression can be a complicated subject. It can manifest in people in many different ways and the treatment can be multifunctional. In t...

So often when we talk about living a healthy lifestyle, all the focus is on the outer parts of our body and very little is mentioned when it comes to talking about what to keep our brain healthy. You may think that brain health is only for the elderly and you would be wrong, listen to today's episode and you will be surprised to find just how young our brains start to decline. I also explore: 6 He...

If there was ever a hot topic it has to be around collagen. You know that thing called "bone broth" that everyone is raving about from Dr. Axe to Dr. Oz. So, what's all the hype? First, what is it and secondly what can it do for you? Well, hang tight my friends because that is what I am going to be talking about in today's show. We are going to explore the 7 top health benefits of using a collagen...

Ladies, want to truly get a flat stomach? Today I'm talking to you about simple steps to follow that will make it work for you - we all know that carrying excess abdominal fat can make us look unattractive and also feel uncomfortable, but it is also the cursor to bad health and low self-esteem for some women. I get asked by so many of my clients how can I get rid of my stomach that I decided to do...

Today ends our 3 part series on Happiness and health. In today's show we dive into the habits of happy people and explore the 9 habits that allow them to create happiness. Then I dive right into the benefits of joy and happiness for health and we end with the two most important things that you need to develop in order to boost your level of happiness and joy. DON'T FORGET TO GET THIS SHOW'S FREEBI...

Today we are continuing the discussion on happiness and health and we are diving into how do we find true happiness. We will be exploring the concept of Self-love, self-worth, and self-esteem. ** How to spot a lack of self-love ** Ways to build up our self-love muscle Then I'm exploring how having a passion brings us happiness And lastly I talked about how to live with passion This week's episode...

In today's episode, I am starting a series on happiness. The whole idea of happiness has garnered so much press in the past several years. The study of happiness has been the topic of many books over the years and still, the idea can have an allusive air about it.  I am basically a happy person and I guess I come across that way to many people because I am asked a lot how I am so happy and how do...

I posed this question on my social media channels: As a busy business woman what is your #1 obstacle to your self-care? I received so many responses that I would dedicate an episode in response to the responses and also give you 9 key areas of your health that you can control. I'm giving you my opinion of what I hear when women tell me time is an obstacle and why the lack of money in no way should...

Today ends our 3 part series on stress and we see if you are at risk for second-hand stress and then we are looking at how stress can sabotage a healthy nutrition plan. Sometimes the stress we feel isn't even from our own issues but that of others and that leads us into the discussion on second-hand stress. Then we move into are you a negative nilly for others or are others a negative nilly for yo...

Stress affects everyone but it affects some people more than others. Stress can lead both to acute and chronic stress as discussed in episode #49 and it can affect every aspect of our health and lifestyle. Are you stressed out? Have you reached the maximum amount of stress that you think you can handle? Well, today I am discussing 12 signs that you just may be stressed out and need to take a chill...

In today's episode I am starting a 3 part mini series on Stress. We all deal with it, some better than others, and in this 3 part series I am breaking it down for you into digestible bites. The series starts with today's episode on Stress Hormones 101 What are your stress hormones? How do they work in our bodies? How do they play havoc on our bodies if left out of whack for too long? And then I sp...

You've probably seen activated charcoal in a lot of stores and maybe you even use but do you know the history behind it? Where it comes from? Or even all the health benefits that it provides? Chances are probably not. So, today I'm going to teach you Why activated charcoal is so effective What it is made from How to use it for natural health The different ways you can use it Tips for using it safe...

In today's episode I sat down and talked with my friend Kristen Acciari, and integrative mental health expert. We had an open and in depth conversation about how to create a life we love if we are willing to look at who we are with courageous honesty, an inquisitive mind, and an open heart. We dive into what is the connection between healing and awareness Why we need to stop pretending that being...

In today's episode, we take a look at a misunderstood medical condition known as Adrenal Fatigue. Much like how Fibromyalgia was misunderstood when it first it the medical world so is Adrenal Fatigue. Today I am discussing with you: What it is in simple to understand terms What causes it What are some common symptoms What test to have done if you are feeling fatigued What Supplements you should be...

I get asked all the time about certain health fades as to whether they are good or not and today I am talking to you about one of those. The fade is about Himalayan Salt Lamps and do they really offer any health benefits? The answer my dear well women is YES they indeed do. In today's episode y'all will find out * What is so special about them * How they can help you breath better * How they can h...

As most of you know I am a women's health provider and gynecology is kinda my gig. I have taken care of thousands of women in my career and have seen my fair share of vagina's. I've also know about all the problems that can happen to our girls. So, today I am so fortunate to be interviewing Isa Herrera, an expert in integrative pelvic floor therapies, because she geeks out on vagina's just like I...

In part 1 of setting a theme for the new year, I talked to you about how to come up with and use a theme instead of hard and fast resolutions. I then talked to you about how to start to refine your theme by knowing what you want. In today's continuation episode I explore how if you can't come up with a theme for the year then choose a word or two or a phrase and how that can also simplify your lif...

With so many skin care lines and products out there how does one choose a good healthy skin care brand. Well my friend that is exactly what today's episode is all about. Rene Serbon, my guest today is a skin care expert, and boy do we talk about all areas of skin care in this episode. I'm a skin care fanatic and I couldn't wait to sit down and dish on all things skin care. She is an expert in Cron...

2018 is over, so was it a fair, good, very good, or excellent year? What you choose I believe is seen from how you embraced it. Attitude my friend is everything. In today's episode, part 1 of a 2 part series, I'm talking to you about "Setting A Theme For The New Year." How will you EMBRACE IT? What will your theme be? I'm sharing with y'all stories of some smart women and how they created a theme...

In today's episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Sugar Addiction and Empowerment Coach Jenn Edden and we dove into some great questions and had a great discussion on: Her personal journey with sugar addiction and how she got from there to where she is today empowering people to kick the sugar habit. We explored the connection between sugar and mood and is there a big one. She then got into wh...

Well, ladies, this marks the last episode for 2018 and for season 2. In today's episode, I wanted to talk with you about how to plan your 2019 health strategy goals and come up with a winning game plan for you. I'm giving you 7 simple steps to do just that and 1 bonus tip just for fun. So, join me as we discuss what are your 2019 health goals/ What are your non-negotiable's Declaring your numbers...