The Michele Broad Show

The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a type of sexually transmitted infection. It is the most common STI you can get, with about 79 million Americans who have the infection and at the same time it is very misunderstood by most people. Whether you have it and are wondering what to do next, or want to prevent it, today's podcast is for you. We talk about: Types Of HPV How Do You Get HPV? Who Is At H...

You may be doing everything right in order to lose weight. You're following all the rules hoping that in due time you will achieve your desired weight loss goal. However, no matter what you do, the stubborn fat just won't leave your body. Despite all your efforts, you try to remain positive and continue to fight what appears to be a losing battle.   At some point, you may feel frustrated and with...

Today we opened back up the question vault and pulled out several great community questions and are answering them for you. Today's questions come from: Martha C and she wants to know what she can do to improve her eye health Kelly J wants to know how she can improve her brain health Nikki P wants to know more about the benefits of ginger And Molly L wants to know what she can do about belly bloat...

Falling off track, whether with your health and fitness, personal or business goals, or your creative endeavors, is completely normal and common. The problem ladies is that it can be hard to get back up and on track again. Today I am exploring some tips for you to try in order for you to get back on track, no matter what you have fallen behind on with regard to your health, your habits, and or you...

Chloe wrote in asking how she can have more energy throughout her day, especially because she starts her day out feeling positive and full of energy and by the end of the day she feels drained and tired. Maybe this is you too? You started the day ready to take on the world. From the moment you got out of bed, you've been thinking about all the things you're going to get done today. You can't wait...

"How do you make lasting change? One step at a time." Or in today's case one simple habit at a time.   And that is the same approach that I want you to take to becoming more active and healthier. You don't begin exercising by running a marathon. You make small steps that begin to accumulate into a larger fitness practice. So today I'm bringing you 10 tips that are simple, actionable ways to impact...

Today I get to sit behind the mic with my cup of coffee and do something that I absolutely love to do and that is answer your questions. My team and I went to our question vault- ok it's not really a vault per say but more like a google doc, where we put questions that our audience is asking; and grabbed a few that we felt a lot of you may also be wondering about. Today our questions come from Ash...

While intermittent fasting is not new, its recent high-profile exposure and success stories can make it appear trendy and even faddish.   Simply, it is yet another healthy lifestyle approach that fell from favor under the pressure of modern living, with all its temptations and pressures.   More and more people are trying intermittent fasting as a means of improving their health. For most, this mea...

It's summertime and with the world opening back up that means more barbecues, swim parties, outings to the beach, pool time and just fun in the sun. Most of us love to go out and have fun in the sun, but before we can do that  there are some safety issues that need to be considered and we are dropping all things sun safety in today's episode. From what are the different types of UV radiation What...

Many working women suffer from a feeling of constant tiredness and they're not even sure why. A physically demanding job or recreational activity, or lack of quality sleep will provide its own evidence, however often tiredness is caused by several intermingled lifestyle aspects rather than one glaringly obvious cause. There may be multiple factors acting together, leading to feelings of lethargy o...

Have you experienced making a decision only to find yourself regretting it the very next day? Sure, if circumstances changed or new information means that you would have made a different decision had you known, this would be perfectly understandable. However, if you answered yes and wondered why you made that decision in the first place, then it could be that you were experiencing 'decision/mental...

The kidneys and the bladder are responsible for removing waste products and toxins, and excess fluids from the body. The kidneys also produce hormones that regulate blood pressure levels, while the bladder is a temporary storage receptacle for urine.    Keeping these organs healthy as women is vital in preventing health problems. In the US alone, around 26 million American adults suffer from serio...

We can all agree, I hope, that we are currently in an age where it is more recognized how much our emotional health affects our overall well being. That is not to say that either understanding or acceptance is complete.   Far from it. Unfortunate and unhelpful attitudes certainly still exist, and probably always will to some degree. Sweeping generalizations are still used by some, and nowhere is t...

What the heck is fatty liver disease? I get that question all the time from my patients. The disease is gaining in popularity and is on the rise especially in younger women. People get confused by the term fatty liver and they think it means that they are fat-No it means that your liver has an overabundance of fat in it, causing it to not perform as well as it should be. While it is common for wom...

Change is synonymous with living. It may come into our lives out of the blue and take us by surprise. Other times you know it's coming and you have time to prepare. Yet even though change may be our choice, it still may feel scary and overwhelming. You may find yourself wondering: should I make the change or not? To help you out, I put together a list of five questions to determine if a situation...

This episode is unscripted and comes from my heart. It's about an issue that I am so passionate about and that is at the core of my mission and who I am as a women's healthcare provider. There are so many things out in the world today that divide us, not always by our own accord but ones that are driven at a much higher level. Throughout world history disparity among people is what has caused Nati...

According to a poll by the American Psychological Association, 61% of U.S. adults reported undesired weight change since the pandemic began. The results, released in March 2021, showed that during the pandemic, 42% of respondents gained unwanted weight – 29 pounds on average – and nearly 10% of those people gained more than 50 pounds. On the flip side, nearly 18% of Americans said they experienced...

The term "whole foods'' is thrown around a lot these days. While most of us are aware that whole foods are the way to go as it pertains to health and wellness, the exact definition is somewhat obscured. A whole food is any food product that remains in its natural form, free of any artificial additives, preservatives, or other man made ingredients. Examples include organic fruits and vegetables. Th...

Spring is upon us and it is time to put away those winter blues and open the blinds to warm weather and longer relaxing days. It's easy to get stuck in a life, workout, or even a business rut that's why as we move from one season to the next it is a great time to change up our routines. Dust them off and spruce them up with new things- new workouts, new meal plans, new business ideas and the list...

Ladies, do you struggle to keep yourself motivated? If so, you're definitely not alone!   It's easy to find initial motivation to change something because when you first set out a goal, you'll find you're excited and highly motivated to achieve it. However, fast forward a week or two and that motivation slowly starts to dwindle away.   Getting motivated is easy, but the research says maintaining i...

Funny thing happened this week. Not only did a lot of my in office patients ask me about what supplements they should be taking but so did a few of our online community members, so I thought I would turn on the mic and rattle off my top 11. I also get asked a lot where should I buy my supplements from and what brand of supplements should I buy, so I addressed these as well. I'm not a believer in t...

An awakening has happened, no pun intended, regarding the importance of sleep. Sometimes referred to as the "sleep revolution," people are realizing the necessity of a good night's sleep. Impaired sleep and insomnia can be extremely detrimental to our bodies. The repercussions of sleeping less than five solid hours per night can begin as fatigue, moodiness, and impaired cognitive response, i.e bra...

One complaint that I get every day in my practice is women of all ages having issues in getting a great night's sleep, but few of them like many of you may not realize that insomnia issues may be directly related to the lack of you having a sleep hygiene. If you are one of these women, you might know you have issues with getting proper sleep but aren't sure exactly why. While women experience slee...

With more of us women working from home, I have been getting a common question that has been coming up a lot, so I thought I would address it here today – and that question is: How do I get more exercise, stay healthy, and avoid eating too much-called the COVID 20, when I am working at home full-time?   First of all, I want you not to worry, because I am here to tell you that it is possible to imp...

Ladies, your heart is the most important muscle in the body, yet when was the last time you really took care of it?  If you're looking to get healthier throughout 2021, eating a heart-friendly diet is one of the first things you'll want to focus on.  So, to end this series on heart health we'll be looking at 5 healthy heart foods you'll want to stock up on. Send me a DM on the gram  @wellwomennetw...