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Hi! You may have heard of Blue Zones in the news. Well by making small changes to your daily routine you can make a big impact to your overall health and well-being. These regions of exceptional longevity got me thinking if I can help educate and motivate you to adopt some of the habits and lifestyle practices that the residents living in the Blue Zones do, there's no reason why you couldn't improve your own health and increase your chances of living a long and healthy life. I hope you enjoy it! Dr. Susan I have some healthy lifestyle events coming up later this month, hope to see you there, check them out: Metabolism Mastery: Unlock Your Body's Potential and SWEET FREEDOM, a 14-day sugar detox challenge

Hi, There's one thing most weight loss plans don't consider, and that's that certain foods are inflammatory: foods like cheese, milk, gluten, yogurt and other grains.  In this plan I'm going to give you support with meeting, videos and daily delicious recipes that remove common inflammatory foods so you can reclaim your health! Consider my very cost-effective online eating plan: 28 Days to a Healthier You What do you have to lose? Without removing inflammatory foods your weight loss will continue to lead to frustration and then self-sabotaging behaviors.  Why?  Because you're not getting results and you figure well if I'm not losing weight I may as well eat, so you eat out of frustration.   What a vicious cycle! Are you looking for practical ways to improve your health and achieve your wellness goals? Whether you want to boost your energy, lose weight, or simply feel better, my personalized, 28 Days to a Healthier You program will educate and support your body's needs.  We're starting

The short answer is the one that works for you! Welcome to today's program where we will be discussing how to become a healthier you in just 28 days. I am excited to introduce you to a unique and highly effective nutrition program - "28 Days to a Healthier You." I designed this very cost-effective program to help you achieve your health goals, improve your overall well-being, and feel better than you have in years. Maintaining a healthy weight is important for both physical and mental health. One of the most significant benefits of a healthy weight is the reduced risk of chronic diseases and improved confidence. Testimonial from Natalie: "I had to go into the office today and was able to wear a pair of pants that were far too tight just a few weeks ago!!!!" 02/21/2023, She has lost #11 in the first 28 days! Are you tired of feeling sluggish and weighed down by poor nutrition? Do you struggle to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle? If so, then the "28 Days to a Healthier You" program is exactly what y

Hashimoto's diagnosis, here's the scoop!  Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder. It is thought to be the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States. Hashimoto's is 5-8 times more likely to occur in women than men. Hashimoto's Is Inflammation Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder, which means your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in your body. For people with Hashimoto's, the immune system attacks their thyroid gland and causes inflammation within it. Listen in to find out more... Hashimoto's Disease or Other Auto-Immune Diagnosis?   Click Here for more information about my 28 Days to a Healthier You: Beat Inflammation, Shed Weight, and Conquer Autoimmunity! Program Starts March 1st, 2023

Hey! Welcome to another episode of Wellness & Weight Loss w/ Dr. Susan. On today's episode we're diving into the latest research on Chocolate, and the presence of heavy metals which are harmful to adults and children.  You can read more here. And I'll be joined by my Guest this week, Katie Lovitt.  Katie was a presenter at this year's Weight Loss Reboot Sumit.  Katie is an expert in IBS and digestive issues but she's going to share her mindset hints and tips to be able to incorporate changes into your daily routine and she'll also discuss "Someday goals" and "Should goals." So, let's get started! To sign up for my newsletter, or offer ideas for content you'd like to hear, please click HERE. To check out Katie's website click Here. Give us some love!!

Welcome to another episode of Wellness & Weight Loss w/ Dr. Susan, your weekly dose of inspiration and motivation for a healthy mind, body, and spirit.  Today we're going to dive into metabolism, healthy aging, sharing tips and strategies specifically for Parkinson's Disease with expert Dr. Emma Wilder. Should you be concerned if you are forgetful? Is there a way to differentiate a slow metabolism from the process of aging? You Betcha! Aging can affect metabolism, and your metabolism can affect aging.   Listen in to learn more about the factors that affect brain health and Parkinson's. Contact Dr. Emma with questions: Emma P. Wilder, ND at www.generationsnaturalhealth.com Contact Dr. Plank with questions: NorwinWellness.com This is a great episode; I hope you enjoy it!!

What is TSH? Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, more commonly referred to as TSH, is a hormone that is released by the pituitary gland. The purpose of TSH is to be a messenger sent from your brain to stimulate and regulate your thyroid gland to produce and secrete its hormones. What are the thyroid hormones produced in the thyroid gland? The thyroid gland produces two different types of thyroid hormones: T4 and T3. T4 is known as levothyroxine and is considered to be the storage form of thyroid hormone. It’s converted into T3 once it reaches your cells and tissues. T3 is known as triiodothyronine and is the active form of thyroid hormone. Special Guest Kylie Fagnano Discussing Cool the Burn: Understanding the Root Cause of Heart Burn and How to Soothe It Kylie Fagnano works with her clients to identify the root cause of their gastrointestinal distress, so they know exactly what action to take to get healing/soothing results. You can connect with Kylie at StrataNutrition.com

Want to take control of your health but don't know what to do? Know something is wrong but you haven't gotten any answers from your medical provider? This is your chance! Thursday January 19th and Friday January 20th we are having a lab testing blowout in giveaway prizes* at the Wellness & Weight Loss Reboot Summit! You can't win if you don't register*! *You must be present (online) to win, 12:00-1:15pm EST each day, Thursday January 19th and Friday January 20th, different prizes are given daily!

Hey, As you might know we're in the middle of the Wellness & Weight Loss Reboot Summit this week.So, I wanted to talk about the Pros and Cons of Low-Calorie  Eating, it isn't for everybody, find out why.  You can find more information HERE. But I was more than happy to cut my discussion short to invite to the show Dr. Jessica Whelan, ND.  We had a very intimate, honest and needed conversation around her experiences around her hormones and menstrual cycle as a younger woman and how it shaped her career.  She's an expert on the Creighton Model FertilityCare™ and she will be speaking tomorrow at the Wellness & Weight Loss Reboot Summit, register now, HERE and join in to hear Dr. Jessica share more insights and cutting-edge information at the summit. See you there!  Can't make the summit LIVE, no worries, you'll get all the replays, but you have to register now! Thanks for listening, Dr. Susan Plank

Hey! I know when you don't feel well it's hard to get motivated.  Even more so, if you've been feeling frustrated around your weight! Join us at the Weight Loss Reboot Summit | When the scale is stuck, you can count on science. You've Got Questions and We've got Your Answers One Week Only! Weight Loss Reboot Summit | When the scale is stuck, you can count on science.

Are you stuck, struggling and frustrated over How to Lose Weight? That eat less exercise more advise is lame and honestly a bunch of crap! Hi, I’m Dr. Susan Plank and I specialize in hormone issues and how they relate to your bloat, fatigue, and weight gain. It bothers me that hormones are rarely checked which leaves you struggling with these symptoms. Weight loss truly is a medical issue, and you need to know what’s happening in your body, the root cause, that's what is holding you back from reaching your potential and feeling and looking your best. I'm sponsoring this event and would love to meet you there! Weight Loss Reboot Summit 12 experts 5 days free advice Join us, weightlossrebootsummit.com!

January 16th-20th, 2023 Weight Loss Reboot Summit Why should you consider giving up alcohol? Dry January is a popular health trend. The idea is simple — give up alcohol for a month and reap the benefits. The goal of Dry January is to get people to see how much they drink and how it affects their lives. Many people find that by giving up alcohol for a month, they feel healthier, more energetic, and more productive at work. It's not just about giving up alcohol for a month — it's about making healthy lifestyle changes that will last long after January ends. Here are some of the health benefits you can expect from giving up alcohol: Better sleep:      Alcohol disrupts sleep patterns because it stimulates the production of adrenaline and cortisol, two hormones that affect the brain chemical      serotonin. Serotonin helps regulate sleep cycles, so when it's disrupted by drinking too much alcohol, it can make falling asleep more difficult. Less anxiety:  &n

Hey Happy New Year! Do you finally want your resolutions to get results?  Listen in now as Dr. Susan Plank discusses setting successful weight loss goals and how to stay motivated and getting results. Losing weight is difficult. Most people who try—give up! In this podcast, you'll learn specific goals that will keep you determined and on the right track to successful weight loss for life. It’s not unusual to gain weight as you age. In fact, the average person gains about 10 pounds per decade as they get older. But if you’re over 45 and looking for more energy and to lose weight in a healthy way then you need a whole-body nutritional strategy. <= Invest 30 minutes in your health and take my online health assessment! Eat less and workout longer used to work when you were younger but now it's time to change your strategy! The good news is that it’s never too late to drop the extra pounds and improve your health. It’s important to remember that losing weight slowly and steadily is better for your overall

Low-carb diets have become increasingly popular over the past few decades. Many people have found that they help them lose weight and improve their overall health. How many carbs should you eat? Carbohydrates, or carbs, are the body's main source of energy. The amount of carbohydrates you need each day depends on your weight, activity level and how much you're trying to lose. Carbs are an important source of energy for your body because they provide some essential vitamins and minerals — B vitamins, vitamin C and iron — as well as fiber, which helps keep your digestive system healthy by regulating bowel movements. The first step to counting carbs is to decide what you're tracking. The most popular choices of carbs aka carbohydrates; sugar, starch and fiber but there are distinct differences in how these affect your blood sugar, energy and weight. Listen now or learn more through Dr. Plank's blog, HERE. Grab Dr. Plank's free wellness guide: Proven Secrets to Look and Feel Great at Any Age

We all live with stress, negative thoughts and the occasional comfort food — but if any of these gets too intense, they'll rob you of joy, leave you feeling defeated about your health and wear you out. No matter your age or gender, it's time to take a deep dive into your stress, negative thoughts and feeling. We often give ourselves a hard time when things aren't going our way. We drag out past mistakes, dwell on past failures and replay them over and over again in our minds. Similarly, we rehash our insecurities, putting ourselves down and placing unrealistic expectations on ourselves. I frequently see this with weight issues, someone's past failures holding them back from moving forward. Do you ever find yourself doing any of the above? If so, then it's time you checked-in with your thoughts and feelings. This is a gold nugget, it's not what happens to us that determines how anxious or depressed we feel, it's the meaning we give to the event. When we attach a negative meaning to something, it can lead to st

When you were younger the weight crept on, but you were able to drop the extra pounds pretty quickly.  But now-weight gain, saggy skin, hot flashes and vaginal dryness have you frustrated- is this really MY body? Help is available and it starts with balanced hormones especially after menopause! Listen as Dr. Plank discusses how testosterone is important for woman as well as men throughout life.  Check out her June 29th blog on this topic. Dr. Plank recommends hormone testing on saliva to accurately assess your body's needs without testing there's no way to know what your levels are or if they're a problem. ~Listen in and let me know what you think! P.S. Ready to take the next step: Invest 30 minutes and take Dr. Plank's online health assessment here.

You might not give much thought to the idea of low testosterone, but the moment you turn 40, it should have been a top priority. You start making less testosterone every year for the rest of your life.  Low testosterone level in men can often be correlated with erectile dysfunction (ED) or sexual dysfunction. It can even cause problems such as loss of muscle mass, increase in body fat, lower bone density and declining overall health. For men over 40, low testosterone can interfere with your health, sex life, and even your ability to think clearly. Your risk for low testosterone increases as you get older, it's important to be aware of the symptoms. They include: Decreased muscle mass(sarcopenia) Loss of body hair Difficulty concentrating and remembering things, I call brain fog Erectile dysfunction or decreased sexual desire Even hearing loss Testosterone is a hormone that's produced mainly by the testicles. It plays a role in sperm production as well as bone and muscle mass. Low levels of test

We understand that carrying around extra weight contributes to our risk of heart disease but is your doctor connecting the dots between your hormone balance, your weight and healthy heart biometrics? Listen as Dr. Plank discusses aging, and the overlooked consequences of unbalanced, deficient and rarely recognized hormones have on your overall health. You don't want to miss Dr. Plank's Plate Portioning video to guide you in understanding what you should be putting on your plate and in what portions to meet your body's caloric needs and start eating clean, assess the video here. Invest 30 minutes in your health and take Dr. Plank's  online health assessment, and discuss your concerns with Dr. Plank, her best Next Step consultations are free! Dr. Plank also offer Virtual Office Hours for your convenience most Tuesdays, 11:30am to noon EST and Wednesdays 3:30-4pm, EST: learn more here Make sure to spread the word!

In this special video episode see what you should be eating, using Dr. Plank's Plate Portion diagram and understand why certain veggies can get you in trouble. Read Dr. Plank's blog here or Click here to complete my Heart-Hormones & Healthy Weight survey and let's talk about your health concerns!

Hi, This episode is very special for peri- and post-menopausal women.  We will link your hormones and your gut issues, sit back and connect the dots, or your symptoms! Gastrointestinal symptoms in midlife are an important unaddressed area of women’s health. While most cases of IBS in women are diagnosed before the age of 35, we can’t lose sight that midlife changes of a woman’s body and imbalanced hormones may contribute to gut symptoms in midlife. IBS is known as a multifactorial gut-brain condition. Remember IBS is an accumulation of symptoms that are undiagnosed as another disease process. Women between the ages of 40 and 65 typically experience multiple challenges brought on my menopause. This is also a period when many women seek health care for gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and alternations in bowel function such as diarrhea and constipation. Menopause definitely comes with mental and emotional triggers. Learn more...