Episode 94: Deprescribing 101 — How to Safely Taper Antidepressants, Birth Control & PPIs + The Power of Pharmacogenetics (PGx) with Stacey D'Angelo

Are you on medications you’re not sure you still need, but too afraid to stop?In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Stacey D’Angelo, pharmacist specializing in deprescribing and pharmacogenetics. We’re diving into what it really means to safely reduce medications like antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, PPIs (acid reflux medications), and hormonal birth control — and why tapering properly matters more than most people realize.We also unpack pharmacogenetics (PGx) — a DNA-based test that predicts how your body responds to medications. This personalized approach can reduce the frustrating trial-and-error many women experience, especially with mental health prescriptions.If you’ve ever wondered:“Do I still need this medication?”“Why do I feel worse when I try to come off?”“Is there a safer, more personalized way to approach my health?”This conversation will open your eyes.Connect with Stacey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoursimplehealthLinkedIn: Your Simple Health, Stacey D'AngeloWebsite: www.simplehealthpharmacist.comThanks for listening. Please rate & review so we can reach more women with this very important information. Share with a friend whom you know would benefit from listening to The Balanced Body Podcast.Follow your host, Monika Eva, on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/monikaeevaTake my FREE Weight Loss & Energy Blocker Assessment to find out what's blocking you from releasing the weight & being energized here:https://www.monikaeva.com/whatsblockingyouLearn more about working with Monika here:https://www.monikaeva.com