Dr. Plank's Wellness & Weight Loss Nutritional Nuggets

Hi, Welcome to another episode of Wellness & Weight Loss with Dr. Plank! Your metabolism is the process within your body by which food is turned into fuel. Essentially, it's how you make energy for your body to function. Your metabolism determines how efficiently you are able to lose weight as well as how fast/slow your weight loss results are.  Improve your metabolism, ideally alongside a well-balanced diet and physical activity, and you have a solid foundation for sustainable weight loss! But there are blocks from really popular diets that cause you to hit a weight loss plateau. Find out more as Dr. Plank discusses Mastering Your Metabolism: The Key to Sustainable Weight Loss Let me know how you like it! Dr. Susan Want something more in-depth?  Register now for my webinar Metabolism Mastery: Unlock Your Body's Potential

You may not realize it but... No, not all individuals diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis require Synthroid (levothyroxine) or other thyroid medication, but unfortunately, this information isn't readily shared with you. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder, all autoimmune disorders are inflammatory in nature.  In Hashimoto's inflammation causes the immune system to attack the thyroid gland, leading to inflammation and damage. This may cause a decrease in thyroid hormone production, leading to hypothyroidism but the key here is may.  There is definitely inflammation being triggered and further evaluation should be considered to find the cause of the inflammation! It's the chronic inflammation that causes the destruction of the thyroid gland, which therefore over time affects the thyroid's ability to produce T4 and T3 the thyroid hormones. In some cases, Hashimoto's thyroiditis may not cause significant thyroid hormone deficiency, and the patient may not experience any symptoms. In such cases, medication may not be necessary, and the patient may be monitored periodically for any changes in thyroid function. Therefore, the need for Synthroid medication in Hashimoto's thyroiditis really depends on the individual case, and if further evaluation is done to determine the cause of the inflammation. If you think about it logically, Hashimoto's is an inflammatory condition but being treated with thyroid hormone replacement medication. Let me know if you enjoy this video! Dr. Plank You might also enjoy: Inflammation giving Your Body FITS, Find Out Why

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 March 1st. Learn more here! Will you join us? Dr. Susan Plank

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 you need to achieve your health goals and improve your overall well-being. During this program, you'll receive a comprehensive guide to nutrition, with recipes, shopping lists, what should you eat, what should you not, ongoing education and support, and I’m going to personalize the plan just for you… But you have to sign up!   Learn more, click 28 Days to a Healthier You: Beat Inflammation, Shed Weight, and Conquer Autoimmunity! This is a virtual nutrition online program with one-on-one telephone consultations, online weekly group meeting, weekly shopping lists, daily recipes, food logging and weight tracking. We start March 1st!

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!! 💓but be leery of the chocolate, LOL!

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:      Research shows that drinking too much alcohol can interfere with serotonin levels in your brain, which may be why people report feeling less anxious      after giving up booze. Weight loss: Read more HERE Are you bothered by nagging symptoms; fatigue, bloat and weight gain?  Invest 30 minutes in your health, complete my online health assessment: HERE Thanks for listening! ~Dr. Plank

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.

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 stress, depression and anxiety. This is because we aren't separating our thoughts and feelings. Our interpretation of an event, a trigger, affects our feelings, which in turn affects our thoughts. So, while I think it's very important to be able to challenge your thoughts, your triggers and stressors might still be there which creates cravings for comfort. Being aware of your need for comfort whether from food, sweets, nicotine or alcohol. All of these are avenues to handle stress and our pent-up emotions in an unhealthy way. This is where our mental health and physical health converge through our triggers, feelings and thoughts. And when we reach for comforting foods, we want comfort in the moment but we're actually self-sabotaging our mental and physical health. I want to share with you some ways to challenge your self-thoughts, but I want to make you aware of the adrenal stress hormone cortisol and how it’s coming into play and making you feel worse. This is a powerful episode! Would you like more information about this topic?  Read my blog here. Best in health~ Dr. Susan

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 testosterone can affect your libido and energy level. It can also cause changes in mood and memory problems. Other concerns: You have difficulty falling asleep at night or staying asleep through the night You wake up exhausted even after a full night's sleep You feel irritable or frustrated throughout the day You experience depression or anxiety more often than usual Low testosterone (or low T) is when your body doesn't produce enough of the hormone testosterone. It's also sometimes called andropause (a male menopause). If you are experiencing two or more of these symptoms, I urge you to invest 30 minutes in your health and take my online Health Assessment, then schedule a chat during your Best Next Step nutritional consultation. Let's get some answers, I want to help! Dr. Plank P.S. Take Dr. Plank's online Health Assessment here!

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...

Experiencing gas, bloat and an occasional unladylike passing of gas happens to the best of us but when it happens frequently or is accompanied by nausea and right sided abdominal pain under the ribs...now we'll pay attention. Gallbladder disease develops over time.  It's prominent and expected specifically outlined as we were taught in anatomy and medical school of the 5-F's: female, forty+, fetus (have children), fecal (history of constipation) and the fifth F is dreaded, fat. If you fall into these categories and show up in an ER with upper right sided abdominal pain, BE prepared, the recommendation will be surgery.  But it's doubtful it'll be emergency surgery.  Yes, you'll be doubled over in pain, really bad pain, but it's all so avoidable. Listen in as Dr. Plank discusses gas, bloat and your gall bladder health in this installment.  Don't forget to check out Dr. Plank's other potential causes of gas and bloat here but if you're headed for the ER, save your Gallbladder, if you can! Having symptoms and want to talk to Dr. Plank, grab a spot on her schedule now! Enjoy the episode?  I's really appreciate if you subscribe if you like it! Best in Health~ Dr. Susan

Do You Have IBS? IBS, stands for irritable bowel syndrome. IBS is a group of very common symptoms such as: · Gas · Chronic bloating · Cramping · Constipation · Diarrhea We all experience mild gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort every now and then with the symptoms I listed above. It’s when these symptoms last for months and years that IBS is diagnosed. IBS can be very disruptive depending on the severity of your symptoms. Some, a lucky few, have mild discomfort every now and then. While others find it difficult to enjoy a normal lifestyle due to their symptoms.

It could be your thyroid! So, you've gone to your doc complaining of how tired you've been, and they run some tests.  Chances are they'll miss early and suboptimal thyroid function, why?  Because many doctors still only order a TSH (blood test for general thyroid function). You deserve answers and adding on a few other specific thyroid tests will give you (and your doc) the information you need. In this episode Dr. Plank discusses all things thyroid. Talk to Dr. Plank with your questions, schedule your free Best Next Step consultation, Click Here.

Gas, bloat and constipation can happen occasionally and for a variety of reasons but when it causes you pain and affects your lifestyle it's time to get some help. Gas, bloat and constipation can benign or more problematic, either way finding relief is the goal! IBS with constipation (IBS-C) is a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder which causes gas, bloating, abdominal pain and hard, infrequent bowel movements. All types of IBS are lifestyle issues more so than life threatening but the degree of pain should not be taken lightly. There is no cure for IBS-C but diet, stress management and lifestyle changes can be helpful. Want to find out more, read Dr. Plank's blog, I Am So Bloated. When you're ready to take the Best Next Step invest 30 minutes in your health and complete Dr. Plank's Online Health Assessment. We'll send you your results We'll offer you a free Best Next Step consultation with Dr. Plank When you're tired of guessing, we'll do the testing!

Hashimoto's thyroiditis is the primary cause of low thyroid function. What is Hashimoto's? Will thyroid meds make you feel better? Should dietary inflammation be considered as another cause of Hashimoto's? Listen as Dr. Plank discusses Hashimoto's Thyroiditis in depth. Underactive Thyroid Symptoms: fatigue, getting worse over time constipation falling and thinning hair brittle nails brain fog cold hands and feet If you are suffering with these symptoms, you desperately want to feel better.  Get answers, take 30 minutes for your health and peace of mind, Click Here to complete Dr. Plank's free online assessment and then we'll get you scheduled for a chat with Dr. Plank about your Best Next Step to feeling energized again!

In this episode we start our discussion of the various overlooked hormones and how they can affect your mood, intimacy and confidence.  Hormones affect your overall health and specifically your weight but are rarely tested. Join me and a panel of wellness experts for the Weight Loss Reboot Summit, January 17th. Register and watch from the comfort of your own home or over your lunch at work, register, HERE NOW! Thanks for listening! Dr. Plank

Hi! On today's episode I want to delve into the ethical, medical and nutritional issues of oral birth control pill usage. “The pill” was first marketed in the 1960’s, it’s purpose was contraception, but with any medication comes side effects and quickly, the pill side effects included increased risk of cancer and cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the manufacturing companies listened and lowered the dose of estrogen in the original pill due to these concerns. The market for the pill became fierce, to improve marketing and the manufacturers financial bottom line, birth control pills started being marketed for: acne, to reduce the number of menstrual cycles and to alleviate premenstrual syndrome (PMS). These marketing claims by pharmaceutical companies promised women they would be more comfortable with themselves, by being free of the constraints of menstruation and hormone imbalance. As marketing campaigns do, it changed the perception of the pill for unwanted pregnancy to a “lifestyle drug.” This is where I start to have real concerns. Pharmaceutical company’s marketing states they want to free a woman from hormone imbalance but birth control pills do not correct hormone imbalance. If your hormone levels haven’t been tested no treatment, pharmaceutical or natural, can possibly be effective. Hormone balance is impossible without knowing your specific hormone levels. You must know what hormone is imbalanced to fix it. If you don’t test, it’s a guess. To learn more check out my blog Bloated, tired, fatigued and need answers, schedule a free Symptom Relief Consultation with me HERE, I'd love to see if my testing and hormone balancing program is a fit for you. I look forward to talking to you! Dr. Susan

Today we’re talking women's health, we’ll be talking hormones, hot flashes, symptoms and birth control pills. Most women report getting some combination of symptoms such as bloating, mild cramps, headaches, and moodiness, all of which are totally normal.  If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, let's have a chat- grab a free consultation with me HERE: Pain that lasts more than two or three days Pelvic pain at times besides your period Over-the-counter pain medications aren’t offering relief You’re calling off work/ school regularly due to pain You’re worried that something’s not right If your cramps are making it difficult for you to go about your day, don’t accept “you’re fine” as an answer from your doctor. I hope you find this episode informative! Dr. Susan

How many of you at some point in the last week when you were sliding into your favorite shorts or maybe the swimsuit said to yourself, “I have to lose some weight?” What’s happening? Why do we know we want to eat differently, but consume food without thinking about it's nutritional value or what it's doing to our bodies? There’s a science to weight loss, nutritional imbalances drain your energy and cause weight gain - I do labs, find the cause and get you losing weight easier than ever before. Does this interest you? Click HERE, let’s talk, I want to hear what's going on!

When has your doctor had a discussion with you about your weight?  At a recent speaking engagement I did not a single woman said their doctor had talked to them about their weight. Our healthcare system doesn’t have an answer for weight other than stimulants, and stomach stabling or banding which is what they do now. There’s a science to weight loss, nutritional imbalances drain your energy and cause weight gain - I do labs, find the cause and get you losing weight easier than ever before. Does this interest you? Click HERE, let’s talk, I want to hear what's going on! Dr. Plank

A 2019 Harvard study is quite alarming and the study reveals that nearly 50% of the population will be obese in 2030.  To slow and reverse this epidemic we must understand why you gained weight in the first place. There’s a science to weight loss, nutritional imbalances drain your energy and cause weight gain - I do labs, find the cause and get you losing weight easier than ever before. Does this interest you? Click HERE, lets talk, I want to hear what's going on!

We're coming out of a pandemic with everyone concerned about returning to normal.  I for one do not want things to go back to "normal"! Yes, of course we want the pandemic to end but we've had an epidemic in this country for decades toward obesity, heart disease and diabetes and who is leading the charge against it? Where is our medical profession? You see most medical schools still don't require a (one-singular) nutrition class in their curriculum.  So as we continue to eat ourselves into an early grave there's no medical professional that's going to take you aside and say..."Mrs. Jones, you've gained 20 pounds since the beginning of the pandemic, let's set you up for an extended appointment so we can teach you how to eat to improve your health." Can you imagine?! No, you can't, I can't, for a couple of reasons ... Enjoy more of Dr. Plank's insights on her blog Skinny Jean Dreams

We're coming out of a pandemic with everyone concerned about returning to normal. I for one do not want things to go back to "normal"! A CDC report says half of all adults have some type of chronic illness. That report was from 2012! We've had an epidemic in this country toward obesity, heart disease and diabetes and who is leading the charge against it? Where is our medical profession... Read More of Dr. Plank's Blog Here

Dare I say, women struggle with body image maybe a little bit more than men?  How many times lady's do you say to yourself, "I can't wear this."  Maybe it's more like this..."These shorts makes my hips look big" and don't get me started about our thoughts around bathing suit shopping, ugh! Unfortunately, these thoughts are creeping in to women's minds at an earlier and earlier age.  As moms, grandmothers, sisters and aunts lets be aware.  If we have had these thoughts about our bodies, chances are the younger women in our lives have had the same thoughts. Start a conversation with these young people, maybe we should start a movement of Body Bold, challenging the negative self talk around our body image. My niece continues to cycle cross country with her friend Charlie raising awareness, follow their interesting adventures here:  Maddie's and Charlie's Cross country Cycling Adventure I hope you enjoy this podcast!

Chronic dieting is ineffective and leads to further weight gain by robbing you of vital nutrients and vitamins needed for energy and to drive your metabolism.

The thyroid like other hormones decreases as we age, with each decade it decreases further.  Many blame slowing down, constipation, thinning hair and weight gain on menopause (or andropause for guys) but it might be the thyroid.

Could it be your thyroid? Symptoms of hypothyroidism develop slowly, often over several years. At first, you may feel tired and sluggish. Later, you may develop other signs and symptoms of a slowed-down metabolism, including: - Feeling cold when other people do not - Constipation - Muscle weakness - Weight gain, even though you are not eating more food - Joint or muscle pain - Feeling sad or depressed - Feeling very tired - Pale, dry skin - Dry, thinning hair - Slow heart rate - Less sweating than usual - A puffy face - A hoarse voice - More than usual menstrual bleeding

Hashimoto's is an auto-immune disease of the thyroid gland.  It is treated with medication. It's said to be the number one cause of hypothyroidism and under active thyroid.   But is it? Listen in as Dr. Susan Plank briefly discusses inflammation in heart disease but delves into Hashimoto's thyroiditis as an inflammatory-immune condition of the thyroid.  It's actually the inflammation that affects the thyroid function.   Inflammation is caused by: stress food reactions infection A natural fix would be to find and remove the cause of the inflammation and let the thyroid heal.

Women's health issues including PCOS, endometriosis and Hashimoto's thyroiditis are triggered and worsened by unrecognized inflammation.  Also, adding to these issues are faulty core beliefs. We delve into these conditions and the potential thought patterns that can keep women stuck.

Listen in, This client has had great success, when we removed inflammatory foods... "It has been one month since I started the programs and and stopped drinking. I have lost 20 pounds! I went from having heartburn constantly, to not having it at all! I am sleeping much better. My feet hurt much less. I can trim my toenails again! My sex drive is back! I can’t even describe how much better I feel than I did a month ago!!! Amazing!" His 6 week results*: Weight down: 24# Blood sugar: from 113 to 99 Cholesterol: from 250 to 199 Triglycerides: from 278 to 126 *His results are not usual but the are actual! Would you like to know more?  Go to Dr. Plank's Norwin Wellness facebook page to see the video, link here:  https://fb.watch/3LKSbwUANk/...

Goals of more energy, being more active and losing weight start out motivated and ambitious. But what if you know you need help but not sure what to do? This podcast will start to outline the 5 Pillars of Health that are the building blocks for losing weight and reclaiming your health. Reclaim Your Health virtual Summit, January 18-22, register now:  Weight Loss Reboot Summit: 

One in eight women develop breast cancer but 1 in every 100 cases of breast cancer affects men. While hereditary estrogen production is thought to be the primary driving cause of breast cancer other factors such as diet, liver enzyme function, poor detoxification and environmental estrogens are also contributory. Did you see where fish reproduction is affected by birth control found in water supplies?  Crazy, I know. Listen and learn how the face of breast cancer is changing, information for women, sons, brothers and fathers! Hope you find it informative! Dr. Susan

Hey, are you alright? What a year!  I think things are going to get crazier before they get better but what can you do to protect yourself? Actually a lot.   Whether it's the unknown stress that's Covid, the kids are wearing your out or "you've had it" there are things you can do to sure up your adrenals, protect your stress hormones and give yourself the best shot at minimizing anxiety and improving your health through uncertain times. Hang in, we got this!  Thanks for listening.

Some of you may remember the old V8 commercial; Wow!  I could have had a V8! That's how many of my clients feel when they get the news that there is help for their nagging symptoms, like fatigue, bloat and weight gain and it doesn't require medication. Listen in and be sure to take advantage of my Eureka September Wellness & Weight Loss Special!  Head to NorwinWellness.com for more information. Happy listening, Dr. Plank

If you find yourself riding the monthly highs and lows of hormonal imbalance this episode is for you.  Guys come back here, this episode isn't just for the ladies, you get more physical symptoms such as loss of strength, fatigue and loss of libido.  Whether your mojo isn't up to par or your asking forgiveness because you took his head off this week hormones are ever present in our relationships.  Having healthy hormones is a challenge for both sexes young and older.

A recent study by Kaiser says that rates of anxiety and depression have tripled in recent months.  What is the real cause of anxiety, depression and other mood disorders? I suspect it is broken adrenals which has led to adrenal fatigue in many people.  Still unrecognized by mainstream healthcare the adrenals are our protective barrier physically and emotionally from our surrounding. This episode explores the adrenals connection to anxiety and depression. Please go to NorwinWellness.com and take the free Stress Survey which reveals if adrenal fatigue maybe a cause of your symptoms.

The cause of frustration, fatigue and weight gain are frequently overlooked but are lifestyle factors within our control.  These lifestyle factors like; poor diet, to little sleep and lack of exercise cause imbalances and dysfunction to our: 1. Neuro-endocrine system (emotional stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia) 2. Digestive system (gas, fatigue) 3. Detoxification system (constipation) Dr. Plank addresses these overlooked causes of fatigue, digestive dysfunction and weight gain in this episode of Dr. Plank's Weight Loss & Nutritional Nuggets podcast. Make sure to like us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Plank.TheNorwinWellnessCenter/?ref=bookmarks Thanks for listening! 

Tired, anxious, trouble sleeping? These a re a few of the symptoms we associate with stress but what about hormone disruption.  Our stress hormones are the precursors for our sex hormones.  Too much stress, causes imbalances of estrogen in women and testosterone in men.  Hormone imbalances cause weight gain and contribute to an inability to lose that stubborn weight. I hope you enjoy this episode. Go to NorwinWellness.com and take our Stress Symptom Survey.  If your stressed and can't lose the weight, you know, you have to do something but not sure what to do... 1. complete the Stress Survey 2. Set up a free Laser Consult so you and I can get figured out if your hormones are the problem. Be well~ Dr Plank

Wonder why you feel sluggish, wake up tired, can't get motivated, struggle to lose weight and are feeling tense? Well yes, a world-wide pandemic will do it but it's stress.  Stress causes a broken metabolism.  the effects of stress lead to immune breakdown, poor digestion, cardiovascular disease and the list goes on and on. Take advantage of Dr Plank's free Weight Loss and Wellness Giveaway and register @:  NorwinWellness.com

We rely on habits and routines to give our thoughts and behaviors structure. What should we do when that structure is disrupted? The stress response is triggered by three different criteria and leads to anxiety and depression.  When something is: unpredictable uncontrollable sustained or chronic The situation we find ourselves in now unfortunately checks all those boxes and it's not just affecting us individually but as a nation. This leaves little room if any for escape, it's everywhere 24/7.  For this reason alone we need to find some control.

Welcome to wellness & weight loss w/ Dr Susan Hi folks, obviously our lives have changed dramatically in the last couple of weeks with uncertainty  creeping in. Today we'll talk a bit about viruses in general, and demystify them and we'll discuss  a little about the specifics of the coronavirus and we're going to keep doing what we do.  Educate, evaluate and discuss overlooked ways to maintain and regain our health in the face of adversity. I was thinking about it over the weekend and this is the perfect time to block out (or try to limit) the chaotic noise and refocus on what truly is important which is our health, our families health and support for our community.  When you live regret free you don't have to worry.  Be proactive and be calm. I hope you find this episode informational!  If you'd like to find out more of how to self care through diet and healthy lifestyle choices consider taking our Eating Habits Can Boost Immunity: Can You Benefit? survey.  After completion look for our free Eat for Health, Immune Report in your inbox, http://bit.ly/2TVu03eEat4HealthImmuneReport. Be well and check back soon for new episodes!

Ever wonder what your symptoms mean? You told your doc but they don't seem concerned, should you be? This podcast reveals the overlooked causes of common symptoms and when you should pay attention! Enjoy~ Have questions or comments, message me here: https://anchor.fm/dr-plank/message

Heart Health continues to be the #1 cause of death and yet most of the risk factors are preventable.  Take a look at your blood test results and see if your liver enzymes or thyroid function is an overlooked cause of hypertension and heart disease.

Not a resolution person but want to have a plan? Frustrated by weight gain, not sure what to do? Don't know where to start? 1. Diet 2. Stress 3. Metabolism 4. Hormones 5. Hitting Reset

Weight Gain Is A Symptom! Of course we all know overeating adds to the waist and exercising helps remove the waist weight.  But, what if nothing's working? Imbalanced hormones and food intolerance are causes of weight gain. Weight Gain Is A Symptom! is a new eBook released by Dr. Susan Plank, D.C. identifying the hormonal, food related and nutritional factors that are the cause of weight gain. Want to lose the weight?  Tired of being frustrated?  Your hormonal, food intolerance and nutritional factors must be evaluated!

4 Important Health Numbers That You & Your Doctor Should Know!