Sanando Juntos | Healing Together with Alma

In part 2 of this mother-daughter conversation, Dr. Alma and Dayani get real about how stress, family dynamics, and generational patterns shape the way we care for ourselves as women.From nervous system regulation and emotional eating to Latina family expectations, motherhood, relationships, fitness, body image, and even conversations around sex, this episode dives into the things many families feel… but rarely talk about openly.They reflect on growing up together, learning through mistakes, and how healing often happens when both mothers and daughters give each other grace.If you’ve ever struggled with communication, pressure, identity, or trying to do things differently than the generation before you, this conversation will probably hit home.02:28 : Relationship breakthrough03:39: Family dynamics and new relationships04:28: Self-awareness and balance05:42: Healthy food and exercise06:02: Food as fuel, cultural influences07:07: Redefining cheat meals08:00: Sexual health and boundaries09:07: Unlearning dietary myths10:16: Family support and growth11:09: Strength training and stereotypes12:33: Generational health priorities13:49: Post-COVID changes14:39: Open conversations on sexuality16:24: Trust in sexual health17:30: Humor in relationships18:04: Taboo topics: sex and body positivity19:07: Pregnancy fears and narratives20:38: Personal growth and cycles22:18: Self-care and identity23:44: Balancing motherhood and pursuits24:35: Evolving relationships26:56: Empathy between mothers and daughters28:03: Confidence in maternal modeling29:02: Continuous family growth29:52: Closing: Grace and communication💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

In this special 2 part Mother's Day episode of Sanando Juntos | Healing Together with Alma, Dr. Alma sits down with her daughter for a real and honest conversation about what it was like growing up together.They reflect on childhood memories, navigating life as a young mom, and the habits and mindset that were shaped in the home. From pharmacy school days to family transitions, this conversation highlights the moments that stayed with them and the ones that shaped who they are today.This first part focuses on the early years: what was learned, what was felt, and how those experiences continue to influence the way they think, show up, and relate to each other.Stay tuned for Part 2, where they connect these experiences to health, relationships, and adulthood.Timestamps:02:11 - Meeting the guest: Alma's daughter, Dayani, shares her feelings about moving away03:19 - Childhood memories: Reading together and nurturing a love for books04:55 - Surprising moments: Lucky Charms breakfast and family treats06:14 - Pharmacy school memories: Family involvement and supportive community08:19 - Impact of parents' divorce on childhood and family stability09:23 - Insights on emotional resilience and handling difficult times11:36 - Presence of cultural norms: Validating feelings and emotional expression12:47 - Health habits from childhood: Whole grains, limited junk food, and moderation13:54 - Reflections on parenting: What Alma did well and areas for growth15:41 - Importance of self-care and pouring into oneself17:11 - Navigating disagreements and understanding each other's perspectives17:58 - The layered Latina identity in family and community contexts19:52 - Cultural challenges: Expressing emotions and breaking stereotypes21:24 - Building confidence: Role models, weight loss, and self-love22:11 - Guilt, responsibility, and childhood independence24:27 - Recognizing parental efforts and unconditional love25:42 - Cultural expectations: Respect, validation, and internalized messages33:09 - How family and cultural cycles influence current health and self-image36:38 - The significance of appearance, presentation, and confidence42:12 - The impact of cultural norms on self-esteem and assertiveness44:27 - The importance of respect for women within Latina culture47:40 - Navigating pivotal life events and self-worth💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

In this episode, Dr. Alma breaks down cortisol, insulin, and sex hormones—how they work, the rhythms they follow, and how stress and blood sugar impact energy, cravings, and sleep.She also touches on perimenopause and menopause, and why things may start to feel different during this phase. A clear, practical look at what may be happening behind the scenes.Key Topics:The basics of hormone mechanisms and receptor signalingThe role of cortisol in stress response and energy regulationHow insulin manages blood sugar and the consequences of insulin resistanceThe impact of estrogen and progesterone on women's health and cycleChanges in hormones during perimenopause and menopauseThe interconnected system of stress, blood sugar, and reproductive hormonesTimestamps:00:00 – Intro & what this episode will cover00:43 – Why hormones feel confusing (and why this matters) 02:00 – How hormones actually work (lock & key concept)03:30 – Cortisol explained (stress response + daily rhythm)05:30 – What happens when cortisol is dysregulated (burnout patterns)07:00 – Insulin explained (blood sugar + energy)08:30 – Insulin resistance + cravings, crashes, and weight changes10:00 – Sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone)11:30 – How stress + insulin impact hormone balance12:30 – Perimenopause & menopause (what’s actually happening)13:30 – Why things feel different during this phase14:30 – Bringing it all together: hormones as a system15:30 – Outro + how to go deeper💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

Spirituality used to look like religion for Dr. Alma.Now, it looks like connection.In this episode, she shares her journey from being raised Catholic in a Latino household to questioning what she was taught and redefining what spirituality means to her today.This conversation isn’t about having the “right” beliefs.It’s about feeling connected—to yourself, to others, and to something bigger.She also explores something that doesn’t get said enough:how that sense of connection (or disconnection) can impact your health more than we think.0:40 – Why spirituality matters for health2:00 – Growing up Catholic (Latina upbringing)4:30 – Questioning beliefs & world religions class6:30 – Realizing beliefs were inherited8:00 – Respecting different beliefs (family story)9:30 – Community & connection through spirituality11:00 – Spirituality without religion12:30 – How spirituality impacts health14:30 – Community, loneliness & healing15:45 – What spirituality looks like now16:45 – Closing reflections💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

Season 2 starts here with mindset.But not the kind you read in a quote and forget 5 minutes later.In this episode, I’m walking you through my story, growing up in an immigrant household, figuring things out without a roadmap, becoming a mom early, and finding my way into pharmacy… and eventually into burnout.Because mindset isn’t just about “thinking positive.” It’s shaped by where you come from, what you’ve been through, and what you believe is possible for you. This is about survival, pressure, responsibility… and the moments that push you to do something different. If you’ve ever felt like you’re figuring life out on your own,this one’s for you.Key topicsAlma's childhood and immigration storyThe importance of mindset in health and successJourney through pharmacy school and career challengesBurnout and the role of functional medicineHolistic approach to health: mind, body, spiritChapters00:00 Introduction to Alma's Journey09:50 Navigating Early Adulthood and Parenthood19:52 The Struggles of Pharmacy School2323:00 The Power You Have💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.

Season one ends the only way it could -> with honesty.In this season finale and bonus episode, Alma steps out of teaching mode and into the real life tea.She shares what’s been happening behind the scenes:• Burnout creeping back in and showing up first in her gut and hair• Trying quantum nutrition testing (yes, she was skeptical) • Discovering mold exposure, adrenal depletion… and parasites• Gaining weight and not spiraling• Easing back into strength training strategically• Getting humbled by a respiratory virus after four years of not being this sick• Advocating for herself inside a frustrating healthcare system• Returning to Mexico and feeling something ancestral shift• Why Bad Bunny’s halftime performance hit deeper than entertainmentHow to work with her if you're looking to be strategic about your healthSeason two will explore structured nervous system and metabolic resets, going deeper into mind, body, and soul integration.00:00 Season Reflection and Health Foundations03:29 Exploring Quantum Nutrition Testing05:51 Personal Health Journey and Burnout08:34 Protocol Experience and Mindset Shifts09:48 Reintroducing Movement and Nutrition Strategies11:59 Navigating Illness and Healthcare Advocacy14:24 Cultural Reflections and Personal Identity16:53 Wrap-Up and Future IntentionsUntil next season, stay grounded, stay proud, cuidate mucho para seguir Sanando juntoS.Follow @sanandotogetherpodcast on Instagram for the latest podcast updates, or send any questions to [email protected].💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBody Language Lab Review: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/labreviewBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

What happens when one person in a marriage wakes up to their health… and the other one isn’t there yet? In this Valentine's Day episode, Dr. Alma is joined by her husband, Emir, for an honest and funny conversation about what it really looked like to evolve together.They share how their immigrant upbringing shaped their views on food, how a diabetes diagnosis shifted everything, and how a functional medicine pivot not only changed their meals but their entire household.From protein-style burgers before they were trendy to navigating pride, culture, and mindset shifts, this episode explores:• Growth that isn’t simultaneous• Why you can’t force someone to change• How Latino culture shapes health and masculinity• What partnership requires when one person evolves firstThey didn’t handle it perfectly. But they stayed open. And chose to move forward together.If you’re growing and your partner isn’t ready, or you feel like you’re playing catch-up - this one is for you. Because healing isn’t just personal, it affects the people you love too.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Love Story06:17 Childhood Food and Lifestyle09:56 College Experiences and Health Awareness10:29 Health Pivots and Lifestyle Changes13:19 Navigating Food Choices Together17:49 Navigating Social Pressures and Lifestyle Changes19:41 The Impact of Keto on Health20:36 Shifting Perspectives on Health and Relationships22:16 Understanding Lifestyle Changes23:14 The Reluctance to Change24:39 Trial and Error in Health Changes26:51 The Importance of Compromise in Relationships28:08 The Challenge of Changing Mindsets29:43 Cultural Perspectives on Health31:03 The Influence of Latino Culture on Health Views32:29 Shifting Mindsets Around Health and Masculinity34:45 Understanding Communication Gaps in Relationships35:53 Navigating Change Together in Relationships38:33 Healing Together: The Importance of Community40:06 Gratitude and Growth in Relationships💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

Before returning to labs and protocols, Dr. Alma lays a deeper foundation. In this episode of Sanando Juntos, she explores the significance of ancestral wisdom in health and healing. She emphasizes the importance of integrating this wisdom with modern science to create a holistic approach to wellness. The conversation highlights how healing has shifted from a relational process to a transactional one, and how reconnecting with our bodies and communities can lead to better health outcomes. Dr. Alma encourages listeners to trust their bodies and remember the innate wisdom they carry, which can guide them towards healing and well-being.Healing used to be relational.Food was shared and seasonal.Rest had rhythm.Community was protective.The body’s signals were trusted.It’s about bringing rhythm, connection, and wisdom back into modern life.Next week, her husband joins the podcast to talk about what this looks like inside a marriage and family — from their love story to the daily rhythms that shape a home.00:00Honoring Ancestral Wisdom08:49The Intersection of Science and Ancestral Knowledge💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

In this episode of Sanando Juntos: Healing Together, Dr. Alma looks at how being unwell slowly became normalized, especially in Latino and marginalized communities.Dr. Alma discusses the alarming rise of chronic illnesses and the dependency on medications in modern society. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the impact of lifestyle choices, particularly regarding food, and how these choices are influenced by systemic factors. Dr. Alma advocates for empowerment through awareness and small, manageable changes that can lead to significant health improvements. She also hints at the next episode's focus on ancestral wisdom as a means of healing.In this episode, we explore:Chronic illness is becoming the norm in society.Many adults are on multiple medications for chronic conditions.The healthcare system is focused on managing illness rather than preventing it.Food choices are heavily influenced by accessibility and societal norms.Communities of color face greater health disparities.Awareness of health choices empowers individuals.Small lifestyle changes can lead to significant health improvements.Healing begins at home and with personal choices.You don't have to be perfect to make progress in health.It's never too late to reclaim your health.This episode sets the foundation for what comes next. Because once we understand the pattern, the next question is clear: what did we forget along the way?Chapters00:00 Understanding Chronic Illness in Our Communities02:50 The Impact of Lifestyle and Environment on Health05:27 Empowerment Through Knowledge and Choice07:43 The Journey Towards Healing and Change💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

What happens when your labs come back normal but your body says something isn’t right?In this episode of Sanando Juntos | Healing Together, Alma explores why lab work is an important tool but not the full picture. Many people continue to feel exhausted, inflamed, moody, or disconnected even when results fall within range. That does not mean the body is wrong or that symptoms are imagined. This conversation breaks down how the body detects imbalance long before disease appears on paper and why listening to your body is not anti science. It is biological awareness. When labs and lived experience are considered together, clearer and more confident health decisions become possible.In this episode, we cover:00:00 Introduction: The Disconnect Between Labs and Feelings03:27 Understanding Lab Results: A Snapshot of Health06:57 The Importance of Listening to Your Body09:34 Conclusion: Empowering Yourself Through AwarenessWe go over:What normal lab ranges really meanWhy labs are snapshots, not the whole storyEarly signs the body uses to signal imbalanceThe role of the nervous system in intuitionWhy symptoms are information, not failureIf you have ever been told everything looks fine while you still feel off, this episode is for you. Your body is not failing you. It is paying attention. In the next episode, we zoom out to look at the bigger picture and explore why chronic health issues are so common today and how our food, systems, and environment shape risk and choice.💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

Modern medicine saves lives and yet, it is not designed to explain everything your body feels. In this episode, we talk about how conventional medicine became the gold standard, what it does really well, and where it falls short when it comes to prevention and root-cause healing.We explore what got lost when care became fast, specialized, and symptom-focused, and why functional medicine looks at patterns, systems, and the story behind your symptoms.00:00 The Limitations of Conventional Medicine03:50 The Shift from Healing to Managing05:42 Introducing Functional Medicine08:31 Understanding Symptoms as Signals✨ Next episode: why “normal labs” do not always mean you are well.💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

This episode is the foundation of this podcast.I share how I became a pharmacist, what it meant to build a career in healthcare as a first-generation Mexican immigrant, and what I started noticing once I was inside the system. I followed the science, did everything I was trained to do, and still found myself and the people around me feeling tired, inflamed, and disconnected from their bodies.I also share how my own health eventually forced me to slow down and listen. That experience changed how I understand healing and why I no longer separate the body, the mind, culture, and real life when it comes to health.If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” but still not feeling well, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Healing Together with Alma05:37 Herstory: Challenges and Resilience11:03 Transition to Functional Medicine Approach17:26 Connection with Body and Career Change✨ Next episode: We’ll zoom out and talk about how we got here as a healthcare culture and why so many people feel unheard in their health journeys.💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.

What if better health decisions came from understanding what’s really going on, not doing more?Sanando Juntos | Healing Together with Alma is a podcast for people who want clarity around their health without overwhelm, extremes, or quick fixes. This space brings together science, intuition, ancestral wisdom, and lived experience to help make sense of the body and the patterns that shape how we feel day to day.Hosted by Alma, pharmacist turned functional health coach, each episode offers grounded conversations about metabolism, hormones, energy, stress, and whole-person health. We talk about the mental, spiritual, and physical foundations of functional health in a way that feels practical, relatable, and rooted in real life.You’ll hear solo episodes that break down complex health topics in clear language, along with thoughtful conversations with practitioners, educators, and people navigating their own health journeys. At times, Alma is joined by her husband to reflect on health through the lens of partnership, culture, and shared responsibility.This podcast is for those who are ready to stop guessing and start understanding their health with confidence and intention.Listen in and join us as we heal juntos, together.