Essence of Health Tea Time

Welcome to Season 4!Did you know that over 1 in 2 American adults use a screen in bed everyday and more than 56% of perimenopausal women are sleeping less than the recommended 7 hours per night? 26% of adults reported that they regularly sacrifice their recommended hours of sleep in order to have more screen time. Yet, over one-third of American adults say using their phone to check news before bed makes their sleep worse. Add doomscrolling to that equation, and your hormones, metabolism, and waistline are paying a price most don't even realize. On today's episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥-𝐭𝐨-𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲’𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭. Today’s episode features a newly released article about a survey published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) titled "Americans Are 'Doomscrolling' at Bedtime, Prioritizing Screen Time Over Sleep". SynopsisDiscover what the AASM's 2025 Sleep Prioritization Survey revealed about Americans' bedtime screen habits.Understand what blue light actually does to your melatonin and cortisol levels, and why this hits harder for women in perimenopause and menopause.Learn the progesterone-sleep connection that your doctor probably didn’t mention to you and why waking up at 3am may be a hormone story, not a stress story.Explore how chronic sleep deprivation drives hormonal imbalance leading to insulin resistance, hunger cue dysregulation, weight gain.Understand why Daylight Saving Time causes physical and safety risks with just that 1 hour of time difference.Get Dr. Shayla’s “sleepy scrolling tea” on the 5 tips to integrate into your sleep routine starting tonight to improve your quality of sleep.Today’s Highlighted Article:“Americans are ‘doomscrolling’ at bedtime, prioritizing screen time over sleep”https://aasm.org/americans-are-doomscrolling-at-bedtime-prioritizing-screen-time-over-sleep/Connect with Essence of Health:– ATLANTA Residents: We are currently enrolling in our Atlanta Founder's Circle! The first 10 members who enroll at our new Atlanta location will receive free comprehensive metabolic lab analysis. Learn more at www.DrShayla.com/EOH– Take the Hormone Sleep Score Quiz at https://drshayla.com/hss-quiz– Grab all of our FREE Resources at www.DrShayla.com/Freebies– Get your 21% off discount at Cozy Earth at www.cozyearth.com. Use Promo Code: EOHWC–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 4 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!It is estimated that up to 70% of the US food supply is ultraprocessed, and nearly 55% of the average American's diet consists of these foods, the highest rate in the entire world. A landmark new study found that for every 10% increase in ultraprocessed food calories, your risk of dying prematurely rises by nearly 3%.But beyond chronic metabolic disease, there is a silent organ taking the hit; your kidneys. Chronic kidney disease affects approximately 37 million Americans, many don't even know they have it. The connection between what we eat and how well our kidneys function is often under-discussed.On today's episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers is joined by guest physician Dr. Robin Rose, together they will be spilling "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐔𝐥𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲𝐬," stemming from an article from CNN titled “Eating more ultraprocessed food ups the risk of premature death, study finds.”Dr. Robin Rose is a family physician with decades of experience in prevention and regenerative holistic practice. Her work has blossomed into working with kidney decline. She coined the term “Renology”, the art and clinical science of kidney success and is the author of “Renology Peptides: Kidney Success with Bioregulator Peptides.”SynopsisDiscover groundbreaking findings from the meta-analysis of over 240,000 people linking ultraprocessed foods to premature death and what it means for your kidneysUnderstand what makes a food "ultraprocessed" using the NOVA classification system and why the body may treat these products as harmfulLearn how sodium, phosphate additives, and synthetic chemicals in ultraprocessed foods silently burden and damage the kidneysExplore the connection between chronic inflammation driven by ultraprocessed foods and the progressive kidney function declineDiscover what early warning signs your kidneys may be sending that conventional medicine often misses, and the functional medicine markers to ask your doctor aboutGet the "renal tea" on whether kidney function can recover when transitioning away from ultraprocessed foodsToday’s Article:“Eating more ultraprocessed food ups the risk of premature death, study finds”https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/28/health/ultraprocessed-food-death-wellnessConnect with Essence of Health:– ATLANTA Residents: We are currently enrolling in our Atlanta Founder's Circle! The first 10 members who enroll at our new Atlanta location receive free comprehensive metabolic lab analysis. Learn more at www.DrShayla.com/EOH– Grab all of our FREE Resources at www.DrShayla.com/Freebies– Get your 30% off discount for Handful Athletic Wear: www.handful.com/discount/EOHWC Promo Code: EOHWC–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok.Connect with Dr. Robin: renologyiskidneysuccess.comThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 4 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Health insurance premiums are skyrocketing, deductibles are climbing, and millions of Americans are being forced to make impossible choices about their healthcare. But here's what rarely gets discussed: the financial stress of navigating expensive, confusing health insurance policies. This isn't just frustrating, it's literally affecting your health, and the quality of healthcare you may be receiving, especially if you're a woman experiencing metabolic or hormonal concerns.On today's episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers continues Season 4’s new format by reviewing this headline-making topics. She will be discussing an article from CNN titled "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐂𝐀'𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰" and will be spilling "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐇𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞."SynopsisDiscover why the expiration of ACA enhanced subsidies is causing insurance premiums to spike by 114% for millions of Americans, hitting middle-class families hardestUnderstand the hidden costs of "affordable" insurance plans, including high deductibles, narrow provider networks, and limited access to careExplore how chronic financial stress about healthcare costs may be directly affecting your metabolic and hormonal health, amongst other chronic health conditionsCompare traditional insurance health practices to direct care practices including the research on the difference in health outcomesGet Dr. Shayla’s “Direct Care Tea” on how paying cash for your healthcare can actually give you more comprehensive care for less money than your current health insurance plan’s limited careToday’s Highlighted Article:“The ACA’s enhanced subsidies have expired. Here’s what you need to know” https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/18/politics/aca-subsidies-cheap-plans-enrollmentConnect with Essence of Health:– ATLANTA Residents: We are currently enrolling in our Atlanta Founder's Circle! The first 10 members who enroll at our new Atlanta location will receive free comprehensive metabolic lab analysis. Learn more at www.DrShayla.com/EOH– Grab all of our FREE Resources at www.DrShayla.com/Freebies– Get your 30% off discount for Handful Athletic Wear at www.handful.com/discount/EOHWC or use Promo Code: EOHWC–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube or @DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 4 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!There has been major news in the nutrition world that affects every single one of us. In January 2026, the U.S. government announced brand new dietary guidelines, representing a major shift from what we’ve been told for decades. The centerpiece of these new guidelines is a brand new food pyramid that is literally turned upside down compared to the original 1990s version.On today's episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers continues Season 4’s new format by reviewing this headline-making topic. She will be discussing an article from NPR titled "RFK Jr.’s new dietary guidelines go all in on meat and dairy" and spilling “The Tea on YOUR Metabolism and The Food Pyramid Flip.” Listen as she analyzes the new recommendations through the lens of an integrative and functional medicine specialist, and breaks down what these changes mean for women dealing with hormonal changes, metabolic dysfunction, and insulin resistance.SynopsisDiscover how the new food pyramid has inverted previous advice.Learn about the controversial call to "end the war on saturated fats" and Dr. Shayla's nuanced expert opinion on why quality sources matter and why plant-based fats remain superior for cardiovascular health.Understand why the new emphasis on protein is actually a win for women in perimenopause and menopause.Hear why the strong stance against highly processed foods is a major public health win.Get Dr. Shayla’s “full fat tea” as she shares why she disagrees with the blanket recommendation for full-fat dairy and cheese.Today’s Highlighted Article:“RFK Jr.’s new dietary guidelines go all in on meat and dairy” https://www.npr.org/2026/01/07/nx-s1-5667021/dietary-guidelines-rfk-jr-nutritionConnect with Essence of Health:– ATLANTA Residents: We are currently enrolling in our Atlanta Founder's Circle! The first 10 members who enroll at our new Atlanta location will receive a free comprehensive metabolic lab analysis. Learn more at www.DrShayla.com/EOH– Grab all of our FREE Resources at www.DrShayla.com/Freebies– Get your 30% off discount for Handful Athletic Wear at www.handful.com/discount/EOHWC or use Promo Code: EOHWC–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 4 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!New Year's resolutions typically focus on eating better, exercising more, and losing weight. While these goals matter, many other health habits that shape your well-being just as much, if not more, than a new gym routine. On today's episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers kicks off Season 4 with a brand new format, reviewing popular health and wellness news articles together and sharing her expert take as a physician specializing in integrative medicine, functional medicine, metabolic health, and hormone optimization.In this premiere episode, Dr. Shayla reviews an article from the American Medical Association (AMA) titled "𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐊𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫'𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬" and will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫-𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫’𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬”.SynopsisDiscover the 10 health areas that doctors recommend focusing on for New Year's resolutions, beyond just diet and exercise.Understand the deeper connections between common symptoms like decision fatigue, joint pain, afternoon exhaustion, and winter blues, and how they may all be related to hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance.Learn how hormone shifts during perimenopause and menopause affect immune function, mood disorders, cognitive function, sleep quality, and chronic inflammation.Learn why healthy aging starts in your 30s, 40s, and 50s, and how choices you make now determine how you'll feel in your 60s, 70s, and beyond.Get Dr. Shayla's “New Year New You” tea on each recommendation, along with her FREE "𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭", your practical step-by-step guide covering the five areas she assesses with patients before recommending weight loss, hormone optimization, and aggressive lifestyle changes.Today’s Highlighted Article:“What doctors wish patients knew about healthy New Year’s resolutions” https://www.ama-assn.org/public-health/prevention-wellness/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-healthy-new-year-sConnect with Essence of Health:– Grab all of our FREE Resources at www.DrShayla.com/Freebies–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!It’s Heart Health Awareness Month! While you may be aware that Cardiovascular Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, did you know that Cardiovascular Disease takes the life of one woman every 80 seconds?It's important to be proactive about your health, particularly for women who are disproportionately affected by heart disease and knowing your risks with lipid testing is a good place to start. We’ll tackle this “heavy hearted” subject in today’s episode by looking at our “internal highways” and the “trucks” and “sweepers” that help us to keep cardiovascular balance. On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐁𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮”.SynopsisUnderstand the evidence based screening recommendations for Cholesterol Screening by age groupDiscover what exactly is included in cholesterol testing and whyExplore the impact that your hormones may be having on your Cholesterol and heart healthDiscover available Advanced Lipid Testing that goes beyond traditional testing to determine your cardiovascular risksGet Dr. Shayla’s “Fat Free Tea” on Lifestyle Factors and practical strategies to lower your cholesterol levels and cardiovascular risks without medicationConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Studies have shown that gardening provides significant physical and mental health benefits and have found that regular gardening can lower risk of developing age related cognitive issues and lower one’s risk of cardiovascular disease when compared to non-gardeners. Additionally, research has demonstrated the superior nutritional value of homegrown fruits and vegetables compared to store-bought produce including providing more natural vitamins and antioxidants in their homegrown state. Incorporating gardening into your healthy lifestyle is a good way to improve your physical and mental well-being, for better overall health.On today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Karen Creel and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧”.Karen Creel is a Retired Nurse and seasoned Gardener with over 30 years of experience cultivating her own backyard vegetable gardens. Through her company, Gardenchick, as a certified garden coach, she shares her passion for gardening by offering personalized garden consultations, private coaching, and local gardening workshops. She has developed a signature online garden course “The No Fuss Garden” which provides clear and concise guidance for beginners looking to grow their own vegetables without the overwhelming complexity often associated with gardening. Karen's expertise lies in simplifying the gardening process, and empowering busy individuals to create thriving gardens.Synopsis:Discover the best “easy-to-grow” plants and how to get started as a new gardenerExplore options for Gardening even when you have limited spaces using specified growing methodsUnderstand the physical and mental benefits of growing and consuming your homegrown produceGet Karen’s “rooted tea” in the best ways to avoid common mistakes and achieve success from the moment you get started on your gardenConnect with Essence of Health:– FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge: www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health”: www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching: www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Karen Creel:Website: www.Gardenchick.comGet your FREE Seasonal Planting Guide at https://gardenchick.myflodesk.com/gardenguideInstagram: @thegardenchickThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Neurodivergent conditions affect both children and adults alike. According to a 2022 report, approximately 1 in 44 children in the United States has been identified with autism spectrum disorder and around 6.1 million children aged 2-17 years (9.8%) have an ADHD diagnosis. Amongst adults, it is estimated that 4.4% of U.S. adults aged 18 and over have been diagnosed with ADHD, highlighting the prevalence of these conditions across the lifespan. While these conditions highlight our unique differences, there are targeted integrative approaches that can be helpful in optimizing the brain and cognitive function for thriving with these conditions.On today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Noemi Adame and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬”.Dr. Noemi Adame, also known as the Veggies Over Pills doctor, is a board-certified Pediatrician, whole-foods, plant-based (WFPB) home cook and baker, writer, public speaker, and holistic wellness expert. She is the owner of Culver Pediatrics Center, a pediatric clinic that transforms the mind, body, and spirit health of children by empowering and educating their families, communities, and schools in holistic nutritional wellness. Synopsis:Discover some of the most common nutritional gaps that may be affecting those with neurodivergent conditionsUnderstand the gut brain connection and the part our gut plays in our brain healthExplore ways to expand the palate for those with food aversions in a healthful wayDiscover tips beyond medication therapy that can help to improve brain healthGet Dr. Adame’s “veggie tea” on key foods to integrate to nurture neurodivergent and neurotypical brains alikeConnect with Essence of Health:– FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge: www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge– FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health”: www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching: www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Noemi Adame:Website: www.CulverPediatrics.com FB/IG: @CulverPedsPANDAS/PANS Clinic: https://www.culverpediatrics.com/pandas-pansMind, Body, Spirit Events: https://www.culverpediatrics.com/eventsThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Today we are “reheating” The Tea About Cycling For Healthful Aging with a fresh listen to reignite your motivation to get started on achieving your health goals this year!Are you a former athlete who has found it challenging to “get back in the game” and enjoy your previous level of activity?Have you never considered yourself to be an athlete but would like to move more in an effort to achieve your health goals?On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea with guest, cycling coach, Marissa Axell. As Founder and Cycling Coach at AXN Fitness and Coaching, Marissa has used her personal and professional accomplishments combined to aid peri/post menopausal athletes in thriving through new adventures in cycling and fitness as they age.Synopsis:Learn new ways to level up in your fitness safely as you age.Understand how our bodies physically change as we age and how that can impact your fitness.Discover the importance of what you eat, and how and when you incorporate rest into your fitness routine.Explore options for developing your own inner athlete through cycling whether indoors or outdoors.Get the tea on a few important tips to stay healthy, strong and fit as you age.Connect with Essence of Health:– FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge: www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health”: www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Marissa Axell:FREE Cycling Training Plan: https://marissaaxell370.lpages.co/jumpstart/Website: https://www.axnfitnessandcoaching.com/our-missionCycling Training Program: https://www.axnfitnessandcoaching.com/cssFacebook: https://www.facebThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!According to a 2019 study published in Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain, approximately 39 million people in the United States suffer from migraines, with women being about three times more likely than men to experience them. Studies also show that about 85% of chronic migraine sufferers experience 15 or more headache days per month, with at least 8 of those being migraines. Many individuals suffer in silence, however, there are practical solutions that can help you to find support and relief right now. On today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Alison Alford and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.” Dr. Alison Alford is a wife, mom of 2, and Pediatric Neurologist in Richmond, VA. She knows what her patients live with, having lived with migraines since she was in medical School. Dr. Alford opened the Pediatric Headache Center of Richmond in 2016 to provide world class care for headache and concussion patients. She has served over 5,000 patients, providing quality care and by enhancing the lives of her patients suffering from migraines.Synopsis:Gain a deeper level of understanding about how migraines develop and why they developUnderstand common and uncommon migraine triggersExplore options for migraine treatment beyond prescription managementGet Dr. Alford’s “Splitting Tea” on ways to track your migraines that may be helpful for optimizing your treatment optionsConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Take our FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Alison Alford:Pediatric Headache Center: www.pediatricheadachecenter.comFacebook/Instagram: @PHCR4U and @NourishIV4uThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Today we are “reheating” The Tea On Starting A Plan For Healthy Nourishment with a fresh listen to reignite your motivation to get started on achieving your health goals!Have you avoided changing your diet due to concerns about the challenge this change may present for you?In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be chatting with Yaqutullah Ibraheem Muhammed, Nutritionist and Recipe Developer, and they will be spilling the tea on practical tips to get you started with a new, healthier way of eating.Synopsis:Discover some quick and easy ways to get more plants on your plate.Learn how having the right resources and community can play an important part in successful achievement of your health goals.Discover how to get a healthy meal even if you don’t enjoy cooking.Learn what staples you should always have on hand to create a healthy meal.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Take our FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Ways to Connect with Yaqutullah: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionprescriptionshttps://linktr.ee/Resilient.rdn.nutriscriptsThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Studies show that over 70% of Americans have a metabolic condition including overweight and obesity conditions. We now have medication therapy available to treat these conditions. However, studies show that less than 8% of Americans are using an anti-obesity medication for treatment, despite their proven effectiveness when used as part of a comprehensive weight management plan. Certain injectable medications have gained widespread notoriety amongst weight management medication options. However, many Americans simply are unable to access these medications due to lack of availability and cost. This highlights the need for greater awareness of the available FDA-approved medications beyond the injectable medications that are effective and accessible to help more individuals who are challenged with the condition of obesity to achieve their health goals.On today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Lindsay Ogle and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐭.”Lindsay Ogle, MD is a Board Certified Family and Obesity Medicine Physician whose goal is to help patients stay healthy so they may live longer and fuller lives. She recently started a telehealth clinic called Missouri Metabolic Health where she helps adults all throughout the state of Missouri treat and prevent metabolic conditions through lifestyle optimization and utilizations of safe and effective medications. Synopsis:Discover the four main FDA-approved medications for treatment of Obesity that don’t require an injectionUnderstand the importance of finding an Obesity Medicine Specialist to manage your care safely and effectivelyExplore sustainable, long term, cost effective options for medication assisted weight management Get Dr. Lindsay’s “Success Tea” on how to combine comprehensive lifestyle changes with medication options to optimize your success with your weight management planConnect with Essence of Health:– FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD– Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching: www.DrShayla.com/EOH–FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide: https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Lindsay Ogle:Missouri Metabolic Health: https://missourimetabolichealth.com/Instagram: @dr.lindsayogleYouTube: @Dr.LindsayOgleFacebook: @Lindsay Ogle TikTok: @dr..lindsay.ogleThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!As the days become shorter and the temperatures drop outside, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can cause challenging concerns for some individuals. Studies show that 5% of adults in the United States, or around 10 million people, are affected by seasonal affective disorder with a predominance in Women. These symptoms tend to last about 40% of the year, through the fall and winter months and can cause debilitating mood disruption. However, there are solutions for balancing your mood healthfully during this season of SAD. On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐒𝐀𝐃: 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞.”SynopsisDiscover the connection between what you eat and its impact on your mood Understand those mood regulators in your brain and how certain foods can enhance their impact for boosting your mood and how certain foods can inhibit their impactLearn strategies to combine certain foods to achieve better absorption of vital nutrients that are important for your moodGet Dr. Shayla’s “well timed tea” on how to properly plan your meals throughout the day to optimize those nutrients for your moodDiscover lifestyle solutions that have been shown to help boost your mood with SADMental Health Crisis Support:–United States: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Call or Text 988, available 24/7.–International: The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), go to www.iasp.info and visit their “Resources” section. Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Take our FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Research shows that children who follow a plant-based diet tend to have a lower fat mass, lower blood cholesterol levels and lower fasting glucose levels. This can be helpful in lowering their risk of developing certain chronic health conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol when compared to their peers. Adopting a plant-based diet early in life can help set children up for a lifetime of better health. However, we understand that sometimes children can be picky little eaters, leaving parents with the frustration of figuring out how to get more plants on their child’s plate. So, on today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Margaret Towolawi and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬”. Dr. Margaret Towolawi is a double board certified physician in family medicine and lifestyle medicine, and founder/medical director of Nurture Well Center and aesthetic practice - SkinStatMD. She is also the published author of “Ayomide and Seyi's Kitchen : A kids' guide to plant based nutrition from A to Z” where she shares tips that she and her own children have found helpful to improve their health and wellness.Synopsis:Discover the effect of your children’s environment and its impact on how they prioritize their health.Understand the many health benefits that a plant based diet can offer to children throughout their spectrum of growth.Gain insight on how to overcome some of the barriers to pursuing a plant based diet for your family.Get Dr. Margaret’s “Icy Smooth Tea” on helpful and flavorful ways to get your kids to eat more fruits and veggies!Connect with Essence of Health:– www.DrShayla.com/EOH- FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge– FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” –Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!– FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide –Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Margaret Towolawi: www.margarettowolawimd.comGrab a copy of “Ayomide and Seyi's Kitchen”:https://www.margarettowolawimd.com/shop—-----------------------------------------------------------------Plant Based Plate for Kids ; African American Vegan Starter Guide

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Today we are "reheating" The Tea About Breast Cancer with a fresh listen for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on important information to know about Breast Cancer.Synopsis:Learn some important facts about Breast CancerDiscover the disparities for women of color as it relates to Breast CancerWhat is Triple Negative Breast Cancer and why is it important?Examine one’s risk for the development of breast cancerGet some “crackling hot tea” on the link between processed meats and cancer in our Ask The Expert SegmentAmerican Cancer Society - Breast Cancer: https://essenceofhealth.link/ACS-BreastCancerBreast Cancer Support Groups: https://essenceofhealth.link/BreastCancerSupportHow to perform a Self Breast Exam: https://essenceofhealth.link/Self-Breast-ExamMammogram Resources: https://essenceofhealth.link/ABCF-Mammogram-Assistancehttps://essenceofhealth.link/CDC-Mammogram-AssistancePhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) Breast Cancer Fact Sheet:https://essenceofhealth.link/PCRM-BreastCancerSubmit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment to [email protected] and put “Ask The Expert” in the subject line of your email.Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Take our FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men, with about 1 in 8 men being diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Early detection through regular screening is crucial, as prostate cancer is often without symptoms in its early stages.One key to early detection and proper diagnosis is through having an important discussion with your Primary Care Physician regarding your personal risks and timing of screening. On today's episode, Dr. Shayla will be joined by a special guest, Dr. Byron Jasper and they will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫”.Dr. Byron Jasper is a Board Certified Family Physician and the esteemed Founder and CEO of Byja Clinic, a Direct Primary Care (DPC) Clinic located in Baton Rouge, LA. He also has extensive expertise in the fields of Community Health Leadership Development, HIV and Hepatitis care. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Jasper is the author of the widely praised book Byja Blueprint: An Introductory Guide to Direct Primary Care For Doctors, Patients, and Businesses. Synopsis:Discover the importance of the prostate gland and its role in men’s healthUnderstand the current screening guidelines and why discussing these guidelines in detail with your PCP is of great importanceExplore what risk factors you may personally have for increasing your risk for Prostate CancerUnderstand how Prostate Cancer impacts communities of colorGet Dr. Jasper’s “piping hot tea” on common myths about Prostate Cancer and why a drive by exam can be detrimentalConnect with Essence of Health:–FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching: www.DrShayla.com/EOH–FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide: https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Byron Jasper:www.byja.orgLinkedin: Byja ClinicInstagram: @byjaclinicFacebook: @byjaclinicByja Radio Show Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/byja-radio/id1735755360Byja Blueprint Book: https://books2read.com/byjablueprintDPCThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast! Thyroid disorders are among the most common endocrine conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. Studies have shown that there is a portion of the general population that may have some degree of thyroid hormone dysfunction leading to a variety of symptoms, with normal test results.This month on The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, we'll have a two-part episode with guest, Dr. Dana Gibbs. On today's episode, Dr. Shayla and Dr. Dana will be spilling "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝: 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐓𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐". Listen to last week’s episode for Part 1.Dr. Dana Gibbs is a board-certified otolaryngologist, thyroid surgeon, and founder of Consultants in Metabolism. She specializes in the medical treatment of Hashimoto's disease and helps patients regain their energy and vitality.Synopsis:Discover the impact of stress on our thyroid and overall healthUnderstand the thyroid gland’s role in optimizing your Gut Health Get insight on certain foods that may or may not be helpful in promoting healthful thyroid functionExplore some of the environmental toxins that may disrupt your endocrine system and how to identify themGet Dr. Dana’s "thyroid nutrition tea" on dietary measures for thyroid health and metabolismConnect with Essence of Health:– FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge: www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge– FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching: www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!– FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide: https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book—-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Dana Gibbs:Website: https://www.danagibbsmd.com/Facebook: @consultantsinmetabolismInstagram: @danagibbsmdYouTube: @danagibbsmd8190TikTok: @dana.gibbs.mdPodcast: “Beyond The Thyroid” https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373989Resources to avoid Toxins:EWG’s Healthy Living/Skin Deep AppThink Dirty App

Welcome to Season 3 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Thyroid disorders are among the most common endocrine conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. Studies have shown that up to 60% of the population may have some form of thyroid dysfunction that they are totally unaware of.This month on The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, we'll have a two-part episode with guest, Dr. Dana Gibbs. On today's episode, Dr. Shayla and Dr. Dana will be spilling "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐎𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝 - 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐓𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡 - 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟏".Dr. Dana Gibbs is a board-certified otolaryngologist, thyroid surgeon, and founder of Consultants in Metabolism. She specializes in the medical treatment of Hashimoto's disease and other complex thyroid-related illnesses and chronic fatigue. Dr. Gibbs helps patients who have not responded to levothyroxine or who were not offered treatment due to normal TSH regain their energy and vitality.Synopsis:Discover the most common thyroid disorders and their typical symptoms.Learn about often-overlooked symptoms of thyroid dysfunction that might surprise you.Understand why TSH alone isn't enough and explore the comprehensive thyroid testing approach Dr. Gibbs uses.Gain insights into the intricate balance of your thyroid hormones and how other thyroid tests may be helpful.Get the "thyroid tea" on how proper thyroid balance affects everything from weight management to brain function.Stay tuned next week to hear part 2 of this episode...Connect with Essence of Health at www.DrShayla.com/EOH– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Take our FREE Class “Ditch The Diet: Mindful Strategies for Lasting Metabolic Health” at www.DrShayla.com/DTD–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Dana Gibbs:Website: https://www.danagibbsmd.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/consultantsinmetabolismInstagram: @danagibbsmdYouTube: @danagibbsmd8190TikTok: @dana.gibbs.mdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danagibbsmd/Podcast: “Beyond The Thyroid” https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373989The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!The three most common cancers in women are Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Ovarian Cancer. Studies show that 13 percent of women will be diagnosed with female breast cancer at some point during their lifetime.While we know there are a variety of factors that can play a part in the development of cancer, there are ways to reduce your risk and enhance your overall quality of life. This month on The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, we’ll have a two part episode with guest, Dr. Simran Malhotra. On today’s episode, Dr. Shayla and Dr. Simran will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 - 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐”.Dr. Simran Malhotra is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, hospice & palliative care, and lifestyle medicine as well as a certified health and wellness coach. She is a BRCA 1 previvor with a strong family history of breast & female reproductive cancers and has an encouraging story of how she has managed this medical history at such a young age.She founded Wellness By LifestyleMD, a platform where she aims to educate people, particularly women at high risk of cancer like herself, on the powerful impact that positive lifestyle changes can have on their quality of life and even longevity. Synopsis:Discover the problem with processed foods and how they increase your cancer riskGain an understanding of how exercise can lower your cancer riskExplore other lifestyle factors that may be increasing your cancer riskGet the “motivating tea” on practical strategies to maintain overall health and wellness to lower your cancer riskConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Simran Malhotra:Awaken Your Wellness Columnist at Everyday Health: https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/awaken-your-wellness/Website: https://www.coachsimranmd.com/Instagram: @Drsimran.malhotraLinkedIn: @Simran MalhotraThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!The three most common cancers in women are Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Ovarian Cancer. Studies show that 13 percent of women will be diagnosed with female breast cancer at some point during their lifetime.While we know there are a variety of factors that can play a part in the development of cancer, there are ways to reduce your risk and enhance your overall quality of life. This month on The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, we’ll have a two part episode with guest, Dr. Simran Malhotra. On today’s episode, Dr. Shayla and Dr. Simran will be spilling “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 - 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟏”.Dr. Simran Malhotra is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, hospice & palliative care, and lifestyle medicine as well as a certified health and wellness coach. She is a BRCA 1 previvor with a strong family history of breast & female reproductive cancers and has an encouraging story of how she has managed this medical history at such a young age.She founded Wellness By LifestyleMD, a platform where she aims to educate people, particularly women at high risk of cancer like herself, on the powerful impact that positive lifestyle changes can have on their quality of life and even longevity. Synopsis:Hear Dr. Simran’s and Dr. Shayla’s plant based journeys and their motivation to put more plants on their plates.Discover those important genetic mutations to be aware of for female related cancers.Gain an understanding of hereditary versus non-hereditary risk factors for cancer and those details that are most important.Explore your family history and those factors that you should be aware of as it relates to your health.Get the “crunchy tea” on the connection of your nutrition to inflammation and how this plays a part in cancer prevention including those micronutrients to look out for.Stay tuned next week to hear part 2 of this episode…Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —-----------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Simran Malhotra:Awaken Your Wellness Columnist at Everyday Health: https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/awaken-your-wellness/Website: https://www.coachsimranmd.com/Instagram: @Drsimran.malhotraLinkedIn: @Simran MalhotraThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Within the arena of diet culture and weight loss, the focus tends to be on the number on the scale, cutting calories, cutting carbs, doing the latest workout trends and taking the latest supplement that promises to give you the easy road to achieving the magical number on the scale that you desire. However, with the development of the latest weight loss medication therapy options, many are starting to understand that there is so much more to health beyond just weight loss and the number on the scale.On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea Beyond Weight Loss: Unlocking The Key To Insulin Sensitivity Through Body Composition”.SynopsisDevelop an understanding of Body Composition Analysis and how its a more effective measure of body mass than weight alone.Discover the variety of ways Insulin Resistance may present and how it may be impacting your health and waistline.Get informed on the different ways that you can obtain your Body Composition measurements.Learn how certain foods can be consumed to help improve insulin sensitivity.Get the “strategic tea” on 10 practical strategies that you can use to improve your overall metabolic health.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!You’ve probably heard through the years that you should strive to get around 8 hours of sleep per night. But do you know why? Do you know that lack of sleep can not only affect your overall health and wellness but can also impact your waistline?Studies have shown that the average American adult gets less than 7 hours of sleep per night; 30% of Adults have symptoms of Insomnia or trouble sleeping; and while you may be known for snoring the paint off the walls, studies estimate that as many as 80% of people with obstructive sleep apnea are undiagnosed with this particular disorder that can lead to some serious health concerns.On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Why You Need To Snooze To Lose”.SynopsisDevelop an understanding of the stages of sleep and which are particularly most importantDiscover how much sleep you should actually be getting and the age variances of our sleep needsGet informed on the hormones that contribute to weight gain and that are regulated by sleepLearn how to recognize if you have a sleep disorder contributing to lack of sleep and weight gainGet the “sleepy time tea” on practical strategies to improve your sleep and promote healthy weight managementConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Happy National Nutrition Month! From Eatright.org, “National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign established in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.This year's (2024) theme is "Beyond the Table," which addresses the farm-to-fork aspect of nutrition, from food production and distribution to navigating grocery stores and farmers markets — and even home food safety and storage practices. It also describes the various ways we eat — not only around a dinner table, but also on the go, in schools and restaurants, at games and events. This theme also includes sustainability, for instance, decreasing food waste from school and work to home and beyond.”On today’s episode of The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Farm To Fork Nutrition Beyond The Table” with guest, Registered Dietician Nutritionist, YaQutullah Ibraheem. YaQutullah is the owner of Nutrition Prescriptions, a consulting practice that specializes in recipe development and analysis, nutrition education and women’s wellness. She has extensive experience in developing recipes and nutrient analysis for cookbooks and has co-authored two books. YaQutullah utilizes her creative talents in developing and promoting healthy recipes, interactive nutrition education programs, and loves empowering others to learn and apply evidence-based nutrition into every facet of their lives to understand the connection between faith, health and wellness.SynopsisUnderstand the health benefits of purchasing and eating food in the season in which it was produced.Gain some budget friendly tips for eating healthy.Discover some healing benefits of local honey and buying from your local farmers and gardens.Explore some tactical ways to navigate your next grocery trip for the benefits of your health.Get “safe-tea” tips from Yaqutulla on Food Safety guidance for staying healthy while eliminating food waste. Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------–Ways to Connect with Nutritionist YaQutullah:Website: https://yaqutullahrdn.com/Facebook/Instagram: @NutritionPrescriptions

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Did you know that what you eat not only affects your major organs like your heart, but also affects your vision?Studies show that a diet rich in plant based nutrients is vital to helping your eyesight and for the prevention of certain eye disorders.On today’s episode of The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Eye Opening Nutrients Beyond Carrots” with guest, Neuro-Ophthalmologist, Dr. Rudrani Banik (Dr. Rani).Dr. Rani is America's Integrative Eye Doctor. She focuses on the root cause of eye diseases, and uses integrative strategies for many eye conditions. Her treatments are based on nutrition, botanicals, lifestyle modification, essential oils, and supplements. Dr. Rani runs a private practice based in New York City and is also Associate Professor of Mount Sinai in NYC where she serves as an educator and researcher. Her first book, “Beyond Carrots - Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z” has won high praise from medical professionals around the country. “Beyond Carrots” focuses on the 30+ nutrients and 40 foods that best provide complete nutrition for your eyes.Synopsis:Gain an understanding of the variety of nutrients necessary for good eye healthHear the backstory of how carrots were promoted as the “food for eye health”Explore the superfood classes for eye health and how to obtain them in your dietExplore the connection of your gut to your eye healthGet the “eye opening tea” on Dr. Rani’s weekly strategies to optimize your eye health and the “20/20 rule”Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Rudrani Banik:Website: www.rudranibanikmd.comInstagram: @dr.ranibanikFacebook: @Rudrani BanikThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Over the years, research has shown us that there are many benefits of the nutrient Vitamin D. Studies have also shown that most people in the United States consume less than the recommended amounts of Vitamin D. In turn we see a significant rate of Vitamin D deficiency, with almost 42% of American Adults being deficient of this vital nutrient.This deficiency may be placing one at risk for health conditions affecting our bone health, brain health, heart health, and more.On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Vitamin D - Unveiling The Sunshine.”SynopsisUnderstand how Vitamin D works more like a hormone than a typical vitaminDiscover bone health conditions that can affect individuals in childhood and adulthood due to Vitamin D deficiencyDevelop and understanding of Vitamin D’s role in cognitive function, behavioral health and cognitive declineGet the “little known tea” on the relationship of Vitamin D to Obesity, Insulin Resistance, and Cardiovascular DiseaseDiscover the recommended optimal level of Vitamin D versus when there is concern for deficiency and how to safely optimize your Vitamin D levelsConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!It is recommended that we consume at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables each day to reduce the risk of developing chronic preventable health conditions. However, studies show that only 1 out of every 10 American adults actually meet this daily goal. On today’s episode of The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Harnessing Nature’s Health Remedies” with guest, Ashley Talford.Ashley is the founder of Rawthenticplus, and promotes holistic health through the power of plant-based nutrition and cold-pressed juices. She holds a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition, is a certified Juice Therapist, and uses her platform to educate and inspire, advocating for the benefits of whole foods and the importance of nurturing our bodies with nature’s best. SynopsisGain an understanding how incorporating more fruits and vegetables in your diet can be made easier by juicing.Discover the healing benefits of juicing including gut healing and skin healing.Get the tea on some common juicing misconceptions as Ashley debunks these myths.Explore ways to healthfully consume juice without concerns for excess sugar.Grab Ashley’s tasty Green Juice recipe!Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------–Ways to Connect with Ashley Talford:Website: Www.Rawthenticplus.comInstagram: @rawthenticplus Facebook: @rawthenticplusTikTok: @rawthenticplusCoaching: https://stan.store/RawthenticPlus/p/book-your-discovery-call-b18uy

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Studies have shown that trauma experienced in childhood as well as adulthood can have a great impact on an individual’s risk for Obesity.On today’s episode of The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Stress, Trauma, and Obesity” with guest, Dr. Jeff Crippen.Dr Jeff is a Chiropractor, nutritionist and coach who enjoys helping others unlock their true potential. For the last decade, Dr Jeff has helped clients both through chiropractic care and nutrition at his wellness clinic in Saint Jo, Texas as well as through individualized mindset coaching with the Advanced Coaching and Leadership Center.He is also the published author of the book “Timeless You-th” which contains five key principles that his practice and his life are built on today.SynopsisGain an understanding of the impact of stress and trauma on one’s nutritional intake.Discover the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on Adult Obesity.Get the tea on why mindset work is vital to the treatment of Obesity.Hear Dr. Jeff’s story of overcoming childhood challenges and how this propelled his interest into the field of nutrition and the experience of Food as Medicine.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Jeff Crippen:Website: https://timelessyouthbook.comPurchase “Timeless You-th” on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Dr-Jeff-Crippen/dp/1944194851/The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!In the month of February we highlight Heart Health Awareness Month. Heart Disease is still the number one cause of death in the United States with 1 in 3 deaths in this country being related to cardiovascular disease. Each year we highlight those common contributors to heart disease including high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, a sedentary lifestyle and poor dietary intake. However, there are some other little known and uncommonly discussed factors that can contribute to increasing your risk for heart disease and complications of heart disease. On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Little Known Factors Impacting Your Heart.”SynopsisUnderstand how health equity can impact heart health.Discover how your teeth may be impacting your heart.Get the “sweet” tea on how the status of your relationship may be impacting your heart in a positive and negative manner.Explore your surroundings for pollutants that may be impacting your heart.Discover why you should be more social and how this can help your heart.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Chronic Pain can be an extremely debilitating condition affecting much of one’s daily life activities. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 Adults have a Chronic Pain condition. However, what many don’t know is that changing what you consume can be a part of your Integrative Pain Management plan. On today’s episode of The Essence of Health Tea Time podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Holistic Healing of Chronic Pain” with guest, Dr. Janice Brown.Dr. Brown is a Rehab Medicine specialist who offers Integrative Pain Management in the traditional clinic setting as well as Life Coaching for chronic pain sufferers who want a more personalized approach to gain control over their pain. She incorporates functional and holistic techniques for pain relief through coaching.SynopsisGain an understanding of how strengthening your mind is one of the keys to healing chronic pain.Discover why you should become “friends” with your pain!Learn the things that you can control that impacts your body and why this impact occurs.Get the tea on why its important to be mindful of the types of food you are consuming and how you feel after you eat.Understand how a variety of non-traditional exercises can be a helpful integrative approach to improving your pain.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow Dr. Shayla on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Janice Brown:Website: www.betterhealthlifecoaching.comThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Intermittent Fasting is a method that has been used for weight management for many years. Studies have shown that individuals can achieve on average a weight loss of between 3% to 7% of their body weight depending on the type of fast. This method has also been shown to help with improvement of multiple chronic health conditions related to Chronic Obesity.However, there are some Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to successfully incorporating Intermittent Fasting into your weight management strategy.On today’s episode of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast, Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Intermittent Fasting For Weight Loss.”SynopsisDiscover how this method of fasting has been used for centuries as a form of weight management and why.Explore the varieties of protocols under the umbrella of Intermittent Fasting.Fasting can have some advantageous health benefits. However, it can also have some disadvantages. Get the tea on why fasting may or may not be the right method for you!Hear Dr. Shayla’s Top Tips for success with Intermittent Fasting for Healthful Weight Management.Get the “smooth move” tea in our Ask The Expert segment to gain an understanding of how to avoid adverse effects from your Fast!Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Metabolic Coaching Program, head on over to www.DrShayla.com/Metabolic-Coaching–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time podcast!Did you know that there are 10 times more microbial cells in your gut than in your entire body?Studies show that more and more individuals are challenged by digestive troubles and these troubles within the gut can affect your overall health.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Gut Health And Your Microbiome” with guest, Anisha McClure, PA-C.As a Gut Health Coach who has recovered from severe IBS and acid reflux, Anisha empowers motivated individuals with IBS, reflux, SIBO and other digestive disorders with the right tools so they can stop letting their symptoms steal their focus and start having the freedom and energy to create a purposeful life.SynopsisGain an understanding of how our gut should normally work and how your lifestyle may contribute to an unbalance of your gut flora.Discover more about your gut microbiome and how it compares to the rainforest for your body.Should you be taking prebiotics, probiotics or both? Get the tea on the difference between these two supplements and why you should or shouldn’t take them.Understand how the foods you eat can be used as natural treatments for good bacteria and a healthy gut.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.DrShayla.com/Metabolic-Coaching–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Ways to Connect with Anisha McClureWebsite: www.AnishaMcClure.comInstagram: @anishamcclureThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome back to Season 2 of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Season 1 brought us the tea on topics regarding what’s on our plates, weight loss and the dreaded scale, how to cope and breathe through trauma, women’s health topics, topics related to your work, your brain and much much more.And in Season 2, we’ll take it up a notch further with even more episodes related to gut health, improving our vision, alternative ways to treat chronic pain, hormone health, using food as medicine and diving deep into the myriad of ways plant based food can transform our lives.It's Tea Time!Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Patients see their doctors frequently with the concern of “I want you to check all of my hormones because I think they’re out of balance.” It’s true that there are health conditions that can contribute to a multitude of symptoms based upon a hormonal imbalance. And, some of these conditions can affect your weight. On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Hormones and Your Weight”.Synopsis:Discover those common hormonal conditions that may contribute to weight gain. Understand how different hormones actually work to contribute to weight gain.Learn how to recognize those symptoms that may be significant for determining if you have a hormonal imbalance.Get the tea on PCOS and how this common hormonal imbalance is actually related to insulin resistance. Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!U.S. News Money reports that “Americans spend north of $60 billion annually to try to lose pounds, on everything from paying for gym memberships and joining weight-loss programs to drinking diet soda.” However, 41% of Americans still are challenged by Obesity. Fad dieting has not been shown to provide sustainable solutions to weight loss nor maintenance of a healthy weight.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Healthful Weight Loss Naturally” with guest, Internal Medicine and Geriatric Physician, Dr. Anita Lwanga.Dr. Lwanga’s mission is to provide compassionate and holistic care. She helps her patients optimize their diet, exercise, sleep, and medications so that they can stay healthy, active, and out of the hospital.Synopsis:Discover why you may not be reaching your previous desired weight as you age and how to set a new approach for weight loss.Understand how to identify your personal challenges affecting your weight and when to seek assistance.Learn more about using Food as Fuel and the concept of Fasted Cardio and how these strategies may give your metabolism a boost towards weight loss.Get the tea on Dr. Lwanga’s one step strategy to help you with weight loss starting today. Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Anita Lwanga:LinkedIn: Anita Lwanga Instagram: @lwangamd Twitter: @LwangaMD TikTok: @drlwanga YouTube: Dr. LwangaThe Essence of Health is in You!

TRIGGER WARNING: ***The topics discussed on this particular episode include mention of violence, sexual trauma, and sex. It is not advised for children.***Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Within society the topic of personal intimacy is not often discussed. From thoughts of bedroom secrets, to cultural and societal stigma, to an unawareness of how to discuss intimacy and sexual health with your doctor or partner, this can present a problem in your overall health and wellness. However, there are solutions for women to improve intimacy in their lives and achieve pleasure and joy within the development of this level of wellness.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Achieving Pleasure And Wellness Through Intimacy” with guest, OB/GYN and Sex Counselor, Dr. Sadaf Lodhi.Dr. Lodhi has a passion for helping women remove mental and physical barriers so that they can find pleasure in their relationship and believes that all women, regardless of their backgrounds, have the potential to live life to its fullest.Synopsis:Discover how redefining your personal priorities for pleasure can improve your personal intimacy and overall wellness.Gain an understanding of those many factors of culture, society, and mindset blocks that may be impacting your ability to achieve pleasure through intimacy.Explore a variety of options including actionable strategies, communication techniques, over the counter aids, and prescription medications that may be helpful to you for improving intimacy and your overall health and wellness.Get the tea on Dr. Lodhi’s little known facts that may be impacting your ability to have a healthy sexual experience.Discover strategies that you can incorporate right now to begin to improve your health and wellness through personal intimacy.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! DrShayla.com/Podcast–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Sadaf Lodhi:TikTok and Instagram: @drsadafobgynYouTube: @drsadafobgynWebsite: drsadaf.comFacebook: DrSadafGirlTalkPodcast: The Muslim Sex Podcast

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Did you know that millions of Americans suffer from Chronic Kidney Disease? The most common conditions that contribute to kidney disease are preventable with healthy lifestyle practices.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Healthy Beans: Staying Healthy To Protect Your Kidneys.”This episode is from a presentation that Dr. Toombs-Withers gave at the Minority Health Summit held at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center in Chattanooga, TN.Synopsis:Discover the two leading causes of kidney disease in the United States.Understand the health disparities that exist amongst people of color and its impact on their risk for kidney disease.Explore how common conditions like Diabetes and High Blood Pressure impact your risk for kidney disease.Get the tea on practical lifestyle tips that you can incorporate today to lower your risk for kidney disease.Video Link with Slide Deck: https://essenceofhealth.link/kidney-disease-videoConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! Do you have moments where you never feel like you’ve had enough rest, regardless of the amount of hours of sleep you had the night before? Do you find yourself using caffeine to fuel yourself through your workday? Is your child unable to fall asleep or exhibiting behavior challenges at school that may be related to a sleep challenge?On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Unlocking The Secrets To Restful Nights” with guest, Physician Sleep Specialist, Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown.Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown is a triple board-certified sleep medicine physician and pediatric pulmonologist. She is passionate about helping high-achieving women, and their children improve their sleep to move from being drained and exhausted to thriving in their families, careers, and personal relationships.Synopsis:Discover how sleep may be impacting your day to day performance and income.Explore those signs that your child may be showing that are associated with sleep challenges.Develop an understanding of how quality and quantity of sleep are important for your mental and physical health.Hear Dr. Afolabi-Brown’s top 3 tips for getting you and your entire family better sleep!Get the tea on supplements that may be helpful for getting better sleep and how to safely incorporate them into your sleep routine.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.DrShayla.com/EOH–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. —---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown:Website: https://www.restfulsleepmd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restfulsleepmd/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfunkebrown/Facebook: restfulsleepmdYouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@DrFunkeBrownThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Often as busy professional women, wearing many “hats” including being a partner/spouse, mother/caregiver, and boss lady, we prioritize everything and everyone else before ourselves. Over time this can lead to harmful stress, burnout, and chronic overwhelm.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Pivoting: From Burnout To Redefining Your Life” with guest, OB/GYN, Mother, Wife, and Wellness Enthusiast, Dr. Sherita Gaskins-Tillett.Dr. Sherita has experienced firsthand personal and professional stress, burnout, and overwhelm and is on a mission to empower women to create lives that they love by rediscovering their priorities, reclaiming the reins of their lives and finding balance to live with more joy, authenticity and purpose. Synopsis:Explore your own personal work life balance to determine if it's time for a pivot to improve your health and wellness.Gain an understanding of the self checklist for defining wellness for your personal life.Discover how a “time out” can be just the reset that you may need when challenged with professional or personal stress and burnout.Get the tea on Dr. Sherita’s Mindset self discovery method to incorporate into your wellness plan.Discover the automation strategies that may be beneficial to you to improve your overall health and wellness.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Sherita Gaskins-Tillett:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sherita.gaskinsIG: @levelupladydocYouTube: @levelupladydoc "A Weekend For Me" Retreat: https://aweekendforme.com/The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!As the world experienced the Global Pandemic of COVID-19, we learned the importance of the role that technology plays in our ability to access and achieve quality health and wellness. However, technology has long played a part in healthcare and has some groundbreaking advancements on the horizon to further improve our health.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Tech: Enhancing Your Health With Digital Innovations ” with guest, Entrepreneur and Technology Start-up guru, Ari Tulla.Ari Tulla is a San-Francisco based entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Elo smart nutrition service, transforming food from the cause of disease to medicine. He has a passion for improving the health and wellness of others by supporting technological advancements in healthcare that will aid in the prevention and improvement of chronic disease.Synopsis:Gain an understanding of how technology can enhance your health and wellness.Explore options for developing a personalized nutrition plan with the use of biomarkers and wearable devices.Discover the importance of health coaching as an adjunct to the latest technology for improving your health and wellness.Get the tea on how the concept of Mind Body Balance can help you to achieve optimal health.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Ari Tulla:Elo Smart Nutrition: https://www.elo.healthLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aritulla/The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast! As a Family Physician, I commonly have patients who are concerned that their symptoms may be related to their hormones and want “all of my hormones checked.” While hormones can certainly be playing a part in your varying symptoms, let’s take a deeper look at exactly what those contributing symptoms may look like and some ways to assess and relieve these symptoms.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling the tea on hormones exploring the topic of “The Tea Unveils Hormonal Changes: From Hot Flashes to Cool Solutions” with guest, Physician, Dr. Sarah Boyles.Dr. Sarah Boyles is a Physician, board certified in Urogynecology with more than 15 years of clinical experience treating women with pelvic floor issues. She is passionate about educating women on their pelvic floor and especially urinary incontinence. Her goal is to help women understand why they are leaking and recognize the spectrum of available and proven treatment options.Synopsis:Discover those signs that you may have missed that were associated with early symptoms of menopause.Beyond hot flashes, get the tea on those symptoms that women don’t typically discuss that are related to hormonal changes and how to combat those symptoms.Explore non-prescription options for improving vaginal and bladder symptoms associated with menopause.Hear the tea on why Cranberry Juice may not be the ultimate solution for your bladder symptoms. Understand the use of Hormone Replacement Therapy as a treatment option for menopausal symptoms.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Dr. Sarah Boyles:BLOG thewomensbladderdoctor.comSOCIAL MEDIA Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest @thewomensbladderdoctorYOUTUBE channel the women’s bladder doctor (https://youtu.be/FHXChLJS6HY)PODCAST While you wait…(https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112419)The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Within the Medical community we are learning more and more about the health condition of Obesity. We know that mental health conditions can sometimes contribute to weight gain. However, there are several other factors within the connection of mental health and obesity that often go unnoticed.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On The Relationship Between Mental Health And Obesity” with guest, Physician, Dr. Jamie Evans.Dr. Jamie L. Evans, MD, MPH is board certified in Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and Obesity Medicine. She has a passion for educating the masses on Mental Health conditions and its impact on Obesity including developing appropriate strategies for addressing these conditions.Synopsis:Discover how your brain, gut, and several organ systems are interconnected and may be impacting your weight.Explore the impact of your mental health condition and your current medication treatment on your weight.Get the tea on Dr. Jamie’s tips for addressing Emotional Eating.Understand the impact of chronic stress within marginalized communities and the connection to Obesity.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Connect with Dr. Jamie Evans:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drevansfampsych–Psychiatry/Obesity Medicine Physician Resource: Dr. Tiffani Bell Washingtonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drtbw

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Are you a former athlete who has found it challenging to “get back in the game” and enjoy your previous level of activity?Have you never considered yourself to be an athlete but would like to move more in an effort to achieve your health goals?On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Cycling For Healthful Aging” with guest, cycling coach, Marissa Axell.As Founder and Cycling Coach at AXN Fitness and Coaching, Marissa has used her personal and professional accomplishments combined to aid peri/post menopausal athletes in thriving through new adventures in cycling and fitness as they age.Synopsis:Learn new ways to level up in your fitness safely as you age.Understand how our bodies physically change as we age and how that can impact your fitness.Discover the importance of what you eat, and how and when you incorporate rest into your fitness routine.Explore options for developing your own inner athlete through cycling whether indoors or outdoors.Get the tea on a few important tips to stay healthy, strong and fit as you age.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH—---------------------------------------–Ways to Connect with Marissa Axell:FREE Cycling Training Plan: https://marissaaxell370.lpages.co/jumpstart/Website: https://www.axnfitnessandcoaching.com/our-missionCycling Training Program: https://www.axnfitnessandcoaching.com/cssFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/axnfitnessandcoachingInstagram: @marissa.axellThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!When growing up, you have very little control over what you eat because it's largely based on what is taught and provided to you within your home. However, as an adult we have far more choices. So what makes one choose to eat more healthfully?On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Returning To Your Roots” with guest, Desare Flournoy.As a Vegan Festival Founder and Promoter, Desare has used those foundations of her youth to encourage the masses to put more plants on their plates. Get the tea on how plants can be the key to developing a healthy foundation for your children as well as encouraging healing and healthfulness into adulthood.Synopsis:Hear Twisted Fork Vegan Festival Founder share her story of becoming an accidental Vegan in childhood.Develop an understanding of the part our mindset challenges may play in what we consume.Explore the connection between how you mentally and physically feel to what you are consuming.Get the tea on a surprising health benefit Desare gained when returning to a more Plant Based way of eating. Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOH--Ways to Connect with Desare Flournoy: TwistedForkFestival.comIG: @twistedforkfestivalsFB: @Twisted Fork CommunityThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!High Functioning Professional Women are strong, accomplished, and successful, but that doesn't mean mental health challenges aren’t present; they just sometimes look different in these individuals.On today’s episode Dr. Shayla Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Unmasking Mental Health Conditions in High Functioning Women” with guest, Psychiatrist, Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo.As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Hidalgo focuses on helping women with busy lives who are stressed and overwhelmed. Get the tea on recognizing and seeking help for those feelings of overwhelm, anxiousness, or down mood, despite appearing to have it all together!Synopsis:Discover how Mental Health Conditions like Depression, Anxiety, and ADHD may look differently in high functioning professional women.Gain an understanding of the impact of Depression, Anxiety and ADHD may have on high functioning professional women.Get the tea on tips for coping with Mild Depression and Anxiety.Hear the tea on tips for improving Executive Functioning from Dr. Hidalgo to overcome the challenges high functioning professional women with ADHD face.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHWays to Connect with Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo:Lux Psychiatry, PLLC - www.luxpsychiatry.comIG: @luxpsychiatryThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Has life sometimes given you lemons and you weren’t quite sure if you could make lemonade or preferred a lemon drop instead? On today’s episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About Body Image And Embracing The Whole You” with Entrepreneur and Wholeness Coach, April Diaz.As a Wholeness Coach, April has been on a mission to activate women to live and lead with wholeness. Get the tea on how embracing the whole you is the necessary path for your life journey!Synopsis:Discover your wholeness and the path to achieving it.Develop an understanding of thinking and pushing beyond what you accept as the norm for your potential wellbeing.Step into your own self leadership as a form of self care.Discover how investing in yourself is the best investment for self care and the care you provide for others.Gain an understanding of the concepts of community, sleep, nutrition, and mindset and how they play a part in your self body image.Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHThe Essence of Health is in You!----------------------------------------------------Connect with April Diaz:Instagram: @ezerandcoWebsite: https://ezerandco.com/Wholeness Assessment: https://ezerandco.com/wholeness-assessment/The Warrior Woman: https://ezerandco.com/warrior-woman/

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Have you been successful at weight loss only to continue to be challenged by keeping the weight off?On today’s episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea About The Rollercoaster Of Weight Maintenance” with guest, Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine Physician, Dr. Alicia Shelly.Hear Dr. Shelly's personal story of navigating weight loss and weight regain. And get the tea on how you can also navigate this part of your weight loss journey.Synopsis:Get the tea on why Obesity is a chronic lifelong condition and how the understanding of this chronic condition can be helpful in living a healthy life sustainably.Discover the concept of weight setpoint and how this plays a role in your body’s ability to maintain significant weight loss.Explore options for healthy, enjoyable weight management.Learn how weight management medications are utilized by Obesity Medicine Specialists.Take charge of your health with 3 tips for maintaining a healthy weight.Ways to Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly:https://linktr.ee/drshellymddrshellymd.comTwitter/Instagram: @drshellymd ----------------------------------------Connect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic discomfort is commonly experienced by many. However, many individuals are uncomfortable with seeking medical care for these conditions for various reasons. On today’s episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Staying Dry: Your Body And The Pelvic Floor” with Physical Therapist, Angela Fishman. As a Physical Therapist, Angela has developed a unique way to provide care to these individuals from the comfort of their own home. Get the tea on how this may be a benefit to your health plan!Synopsis:Discover the importance of knowing the difference in the type of incontinence you may be experiencing so that you are treated properly.Gain an understanding of the impact of your weight on your pelvic floor conditions.Experience an introduction to a Virtual Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy session.Learn two exercises that you can start doing at home to help improve urinary incontinence.Ways to Connect with Angela Fishman, Physical Therapist:Websites: mypelvictherapy.comhttps://my-pelvic-therapy-pllc.aweb.page/linktreeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mypelvictherapyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelafishmanptInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mypelvictherapyYoutube: https://youtube.com/@mypelvictherapyConnect with Essence of Health:– Join the FREE Nourish & Flourish 5 Day Challenge at www.DrShayla.com/NFchallenge–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at DrShayla on TikTok. –Learn more about Essence of Health Wellness Clinic & Coaching at www.DrShayla.com/EOHThe Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!From the National Partnership for Women & Families: Black women are three to four times more likely to experience a pregnancy-related death than white women.; Black women are more likely to experience preventable maternal death compared with white women.; Black women’s heightened risk of pregnancy-related death spans income and education levels.Studies have shown that multiple factors play a role in these unfortunate facts and in this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea On Bridging The Gap In Black Maternal Health” with OB/GYN and Best-selling Author, Dr. LaToya Luces-Sampson.Synopsis:Gain an understanding of the unique balance and advantage of having physician and non-physician birth workers as part of your maternal health team.Discover the difference in care provided by non-physician birth workers including Midwives and Doulas and how to incorporate this into your birth plan.Develop an appreciation for the importance of optimizing your health before you get pregnant.Discover the importance of your birth care team beyond the birth of your baby, within your postpartum period.Ways to Connect with Dr. LaToya Luces-Sampson:Website: www.drtoyaobgyn.comSocial Media: @DrToyaOBGYN on all platforms (TikTok, FB, IG, YouTube)Book: “Made For More” (on Amazon)Connect with Essence of Health:–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://DrShayla.com/EOH–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!As a Physician we are often the ones giving the unwanted news to our patients. What happens when you as the Physician become the patient and are given a life threatening diagnosis?In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea on Conquering Cervical Cancer” with Family Physician and Cervical Cancer Survivor, Dr. Anisa Shomo.Synopsis:Explore your options for determining your risk for Cervical Cancer.Discover the importance of mindset in conquering a challenging diagnosis.Develop an understanding of the importance of the HPV vaccine and how the timing of vaccination can lessen your risk for Cancer.Gain an understanding for the importance of routine health screening and follow up.Explore coping and healing strategies beyond medical care when conquering a challenging diagnosis.Ways to Connect with Dr. Shomo:Website: https://www.drshomoknows.com/14 Day Coping Skills Course: https://healthislove.samcart.com/products/14-day-coping-skills-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowbienationInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shomo.knows/Connect with Essence of Health:–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.The Essence of Health is in You!

Welcome to the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!Are you one of those individuals who have tried EVERYTHING over the years to lose weight and nothing seems to work?There are some real, biological reasons why this may be happening for you. In this episode Dr. Toombs-Withers will be spilling “The Tea on Weight Management Beyond The Scale” with Obesity Medicine Physician, Dr. Carolynn Francavilla.Synopsis:Discover why it may be more challenging for some to lose weight than others based upon our biological makeup.Learn why weight management strategies are important beyond Obesity.Get the tea on how the way your body burns calories may differ during your weight loss journey.Discover why weight bias may be harmful to everyone including those who may not appear to have a weight challenge.Find out how to connect with an Obesity Medicine Specialist in your area and several reasons why you should seek care from an Obesity Medicine Specialist.Ways to Connect with Dr. Francavilla:–Podcast “The Dr. Francavilla Show”https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-francavilla-show/id1654260586–Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/DoctorFrancavilla/https://www.facebook.com/people/Carolynn-Francavilla-MD/100086226630098/Connect with Essence of Health:–Submit a question to our "Ask The Expert" segment of this podcast so that you can get my opinion on your questions related to plant based nutrition, health and wellness. Submit your questions for this segment here: https://essenceofhealth.link/ask-the-expert–Click the SUBSCRIBE button on your favorite podcast platform so that you never miss a moment of the Essence of Health Tea Time Podcast!–Get your FREE "Healthy Tips For A Healthy Lifestyle" Guide to get you started on your health and wellness path. https://essenceofhealth.link/e-book–Follow me on social media at Essence of Health Wellness Clinic on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube and at dr.twateohwc on TikTok. https://linktr.ee/essenceofhealth–Interested in becoming a member of the Essence of Health Signature Coaching Program, head on over to www.eohcoaching.com.The Essence of Health is in You!