Busting Hormone Health Myths with Dr. Ashley Dwyer

In this episode of the 1st Optimal Podcast, host Joe Miller sits down with Dr. Ashley Dwyer —PharmD, former NPC competitor, and founder of TeamBDN Coaching — to break down the biggest health lies keeping women stuck, sick, and spinning their wheels.From metabolic damage to hormone myths, this episode dives into the real science behind what works — and what absolutely doesn't — when it comes to optimizing your health. 00:00 – Reverse Dieting vs. Maintenance Calories01:15 – Meet Dr. Ashley Dwyer: Pharmacist to Functional Health Coach03:39 – Competing and Hormonal Collapse06:14 – Healing Begins: Functional Labs and Food Freedom09:42 – Gut Health Deep Dive: IBS, Leaky Gut & Functional Testing14:37 – Functional Testing Tools: DUTCH, GI-MAP & Zonulin27:37 – Hormone Myths Debunked: Birth Control, PCOS & Cortisol36:35 – What is PCOS? Symptoms, Types & Root Causes42:33 – Blood Sugar, Insulin Resistance & Muscle Mass50:00 – Fiber, Digestion & Sustainable Protocols#BustingHealthMyths #HormoneHealth #MetabolicHealing #FunctionalMedicine #TeamBDN #1stOptimalPodcast #DrAshleyDwyer #WomensHealth Support the show🧑‍⚕️ 1st Optimal helps women and men optimize their health through personalized treatment plans that integrate lifestyle, exercise, supplementation, nutrition, and medications. As a cutting-edge telehealth platform specializing in functional medicine, we offer tailored hormone therapy, precision weight management, and performance-driven care—all designed to help you thrive from home.✅ Hormone Replacement Therapy✅ Weight Loss & Recovery✅ Performance Enhancement✅ Lab Tests & Health Diagnostics✅ Sexual Wellness & Supplements➡️ Learn More & Get Started at https://1stoptimal.com➡️ Diagnostic Testing & Supplementation at https://shop.1stoptimal.comDisclaimerThe content provided on this channel, including videos, descriptions, comments, and any other materials, is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not, and should not be considered, medical advice, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.You should always consult with a licensed physician or qualified healthcare provider for any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical conditions. Do not disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice based on information provided on this channel. Any actions you take based on the information provided are at your own risk.By accessing and viewing this content, you acknowledge and agree that:The c...