The Speaking of Women's Health Podcast is excited to bring you credible women's health information from host and Executive Director, Dr. Holly L. Thacker. Dr. Thacker will interview guest clinicians discussing relevant women's health topics and the latest news and tips. Please consider supporting Speaking of Women's Health with a monetary donation to help us continue to provide free women's health content. Thank you!
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Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding Causes and Treatments
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Guest Kelsey Kennedy, a dual-certified nurse practitioner at the Cleveland Clinic, joins Host Holly Thacker, MD on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast for an in-depth discussion on managing abnormal menstrual bleeding. Dr. Thacker and Kelsey explore the myriad causes behind abnormal bleeding, such as fibroids and endometrial polyps, and the comp…
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Breastfeeding Nutrition Essentials and Guidelines
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Join Dr. Holly Thacker on the Speaking of Women's Health podcast as she marks Breastfeeding Awareness Month by sharing the health benefits that breastfeeding brings to both mother and child. This episode also contains helpful tips on bottle feeding, how to increase milk supply and how to store breast milk. Join us for a rich, empowering discussion …
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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares what kids all of ages should do to prepare for this important time of year of going back to school. Tips for parents, grandparents, college bound and students of all levels. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossu…
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Exploring the Benefits of Osteopathic Manipulation
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Discover the transformative potential of osteopathic manipulation with our special guest, Dr. Korrie Beverley-Waters from Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness and Preventative Medicine Department. This episode of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast dives deep into the holistic approach of osteopathy, offering a fascinating alternative to traditional surg…
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Are you Getting Enough Vital Vitamins From Your Diet?
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Are your meals giving you all the nutrients you need for vibrant health, or could you be missing out on vital essentials? Join Host Dr. Holly Thacker as she unravels the complex web of vitamins and minerals that should be on your plate. In the pursuit of health, she'll take you through the nuances of Vitamin D and iron deficiencies, spotlight the r…
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Discover the Health Benefits of Apigenin: A Powerful Antioxidant
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Can food really be your medicine? Listen to Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Hot Dr. Holly Thacker as she unpacks the incredible health benefits of apigenin, a potent antioxidant found in everyday foods like celery seeds, spinach, marjoram, and rosemary. Discover how a diet rich in whole foods and heart-healthy fats can prevent lifestyle-related …
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In the Kitchen With Chef Jim: How to Get Started on Eating Healthier
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Executive Chef Jim Perko, Sr., CEC, AAC joins guest host Leigh Klekar on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to discuss how food is used as medicine. He also shares some of his most popular recipes and the correct way to use a knife in the kitchen. Culinary Medicine Toolkit In the Kitchen Videos Culinary Medicine Website Raisin reduction recipe …
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Host Holly Thacker, MD interviews Scott Wagenberg, MD, one of "The Best Doctors in America," to talk all things cataract and care for your eyes as you age. This podcast episode is a must listen to as most people will have cataracts as they get older. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle …
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Celebrating July 4th with Food, Fun, Family and Friends
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On this podcast episode, host Holly Thacker, MD talks about how to celebrate July 4th with fun food recipes, friends and family as July is Social Wellness Month. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.…
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June is Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and guest host Leigh Klekar shares the 10 signs of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Plus hear tips for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia to help them have a bit of normal in their every day lives. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and…
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It's Hot Out There! Tips for Staying Safe in the Summer
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Battling the summer heat can be a challenge. Join Dr. Holly Thacker as she shares crucial tips on how to protect yourself and your loved ones from heat-related illnesses, and ensure water safety for children and pets. Learn the best ways to fend off ticks and mosquitoes and prevent diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Whethe…
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Millions of women experience involuntary loss of urine called urinary incontinence - in fact up to 1 in 3 women involuntarily leak urine. Older women experience UI more often than younger women. But incontinence and urinary leakage is not a normal part of aging. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD shares how women can get treat…
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The Latest on Treatments for Hair Loss, Hair Thinning and Alopecia
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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares how women (and men) can help improve hair thinning, hair loss and alopecia. She shares tips, tricks and the latest vitamins, treatments and medications. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple…
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Sexual Health Tips From a Certified Sex Therapist
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Theresa Callard-Moore, Ph.D., a Sexual Health Specialist, shares how sex therapy can help improve your sexual health and how you can make sexual activity more comfortable and pleasurable. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Callard-Moore, please call 216-444-8686. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by …
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Insider Tips on Making Doctor's Appointments - How to Get In Quick
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The average wait for an appointment seems like it's five months! Listen for tips and tricks to get in to see primary care physicians, specialists and other healthcare clinicians in a timely manner. *Please note that after recording this podcast episode, the Cleveland Clinic changed their 24/7 hour phone line to 7am EST - 7pm EST. Fit, Healthy & Hap…
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Osteoporosis FAQs: Your Top Questions Answered
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May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month and Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD answers the most frequently asked questions about osteoporosis from speakingofwomenshealth.com. For more information about osteoporosis treatment, download our free Osteoporosis Treatment Guide. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by…
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Tackling Seaonal Allergies: Tips for Relief and Prevention
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Wave goodbye to the sniffles and itchy eyes that allergy season brings! Host Holly Thacker, MD shares strategies for tackling the sneeze-inducing, eye-watering marathon that is spring 2024's allergy season. Support the Show.By SWH
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Should You Take Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Together? And What is Vitamin K2?
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Recent research shows taking calcium and vitamin D supplements together may reduce the risk of dying from cancer, but may raise the mortality risk for cardiovascular disease. Host Holly Thacker, MD explains how vitamin D helps calcium absorption, and why women should ingest vitamin K2/Mk-7 - as it drives calcium into the bone. Support the Show.…
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The Dangers of Pellet Use and Unregulated Hormones
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Dr. Alexa Fiffick joins Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker on this episode to discuss the dangers of pellet use in women and the truth about unregulated hormones. You don't want to miss this insightful and truthful episode. To learn more about Dr. Fiffick's medical practice, visit conciergemedicineofwestlake.com or call 440-797-1871. You can follow @cm…
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Kristi Tough-DeSapri, MD joins host Holly Thacker, MD in the Sunflower House to talk all things new in Osteoporosis and Bone Health. Listen for tips on how to prevent osteoporosis, what screenings you need and the latest treatments available. For more information on Dr. Tough-DeSapri, visit boneandbodywh.com. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to…
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What Does an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Mean and What Are the Benefits?
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Alexis Supan, RD joins guest host Leigh Klekar on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to discuss the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet. Alexis shares tips on how to start eating healthier and what benefits an anti-inflammatory diet can have on the body. To make an appointment with Alexis, visit clevleandclinic.org or call 216-448-4325. Fit, …
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Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker MD catches up with Lillie McKinney one year after her retirement from Cleveland Clinic. Lillie shares really helpful tips on how to make the most of your retirement financially and socially. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from C…
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Host Holly Thacker, MD interviews Divya Yogi-Morren, MD to talk about Cushing's syndrome and why women should educate themselves on the symptoms and potential consequences associated with Cushing's syndrome to foster early detection and proper management. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and …
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April is Stress Awareness Month: Tips to Reduce Stress
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April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Women between the ages of 35-54 - who are likely to be juggling many roles - experience significantly higher stress than men. Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways women can reduce their reaction to stressful s…
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Dr. Ula Abed joins Host Dr. Holly Thacker on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to talk about the different thyroid disorders, the symptoms to look for and what treatments are available. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support t…
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Everything you need to know to prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8. Host Holly Thacker, MD shares important safety tips and how to protect your eyes and skin during this celestial event. Support the Show.By SWH
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Aesthetician Amanda Kanaan joins Host Holly Thacker, MD on the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast to share what skincare tips to take day and night for flawless skin. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.…
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Sciatica and Back Pain: What To Know and What To Do
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Low back pain can be disabling and tricky to deal with. 84% of adults undergo low back pain at some point in their lives. Host Holly Thacker, MD shares ways to treat back pain and when to know if it's sciatica pain. Those interested in spinal manipulative therapy or acupuncture treatment can schedule an appointment with one of the experts at the Cl…
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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
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Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. Host Dr. Thacker discusses the new recommendations for colon cancer screening and sets the record straight on many common myths that surround colonoscopies. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Liste…
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Host Holly L. Thacker, MD interviews Stetson Thacker, PhD to learn more about genetic testing for cancer risk, how our genetics can help with weight loss and how to continue with your weight loss resolution with a few simple tips. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Lis…
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Kidney Stones: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
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Kidney stones send half a million people to the emergency room every year. In most cases, stones pass through the body naturally, but some stones cause complications that may require additional medical and surgical treatment. Host Dr. Thacker talks through what can cause a kidney stone, the symptoms to look for, and what to do if the stone doesn't …
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Osteoporosis Treatments: Q&A With Nurse Rachel Austermiller
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Nurse Rachel Austermiller sits down with guest host Leigh Klekar to share what a patient can expect when they come in for osteoporosis treatments. Rachel answers the most common questions she gets from her patients about osteoporosis. For more information about osteoporosis treatments, download our Free Treatment Guide. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast…
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Holly Thacker, MD, host of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast, talks about thyroid conditions in women in this podcast episode. Dr. Thacker discusses what symptoms to look for when it comes to thyroid issues and when to see a physician for treatment. For more information about thyroid conditions, download our Free Treatment Guide. Fit, Healthy …
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February is Heart Health Month and Speaking of Women's Health Podcast Host Dr. Holly Thacker breaks down how heart disease is different in women compared to men. She shares what symptoms women experience with cardiovascular disease, the importance of estrogen for women after menopause and how to be heart healthy. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcom…
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A Lifetime Of Healthy Smiles Starts At An Early Age
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Rachel Rosen, DDS joins Holly Thacker, MD in the Sunflower House to talk about the importance of caring for your little ones teeth starting at a young age. Dr. Rosen specializes in pediatric dentistry, airway dentistry, and Myofunctional therapy. She works with local lactation consultants, Myofunctional therapists, chiropractors, speech therapists,…
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Tips For Scheduling A Doctor's Appointment
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Guest Podcast Host Sylvia Morrison shares Dr. Thacker's insider tips on how to be best prepared for doctor appointments and how to make the best use of the time you have with the doctor. Support the Show.By SWH
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Q&A With Dr. Ula Abed
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Dr. Ula Abed Alwahab joins Dr. Holly Thacker in the Sunflower House to talk about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Dr. Abed discusses common PCOS symptoms treatment options and lifestyle modifications. For more information about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, download our Free Treatment Guide. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy a…
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Dr. Sharon Sutherland joins Host Dr. Holly Thacker in the Sunflower House to raise awareness about cervical cancer screening and prevention in honor of January being Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Don't miss another episode, subscribe to our FREE Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! Do you have a women's health question that you want answered by D…
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You don't want to miss this episode! Executive Director of Speaking of Women's Health and host of the SWH Podcast shares the latest and greatest in women's health. Everything you didn't know you needed to know about women's health! Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Li…
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Celebrating 2024 With A Kick Off To Season 2!
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Host Holly Thacker, MD rings in the New Year with Season 2 of the Speaking of Women's Health Podcast! On this episode, Dr. Thacker shares 12 health tips for a healthy new year, a delicious and easy-to-make new year's recipe, and 3 at-home beauty tips to be your best self in 2024. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Po…
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What You Need To Know About End Of Life Planning
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Holly L. Thacker, MD talks with guest Dr. Silvia Perez-Protto about end of life care. Dr. Perez-Protto discusses how to make this topic more comfortable for your loved ones and how planning for your death is an important part of your life. Below is more information on the topics Dr. Perez-Protto discussed throughout the podcast: Cleveland Clinic Ad…
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Part 2: The Latest Updates In Menopause With Rachel Novik, DO
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Dr. Rachel Novik shares highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. In part two of this Podcast series, Dr. Novik discusses the latest medications, cancer screening guidelines and osteoporosis therapy. For more information about menopause, download our Free Treatment Guide. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy …
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The Latest Updates In Menopause: Part 1 With Madeline Cohn, DO
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Dr. Madeline Cohn sits down with Host Holly Thacker, MD to discuss the highlights from the 2023 Menopause Society Meeting. Dr. Cohn shares updates on cardiovascular health, cognitive health, sexual health, menopause treatments, and combating medical misinformation in menopause. For more information about menopause, download our Free Treatment Guide…
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Why Some Women Experience Dizziness and Headaches
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Host Holly L. Thacker, MD discusses why women experience dizziness and how it can be related to headaches and other conditions. She also shares why we shouldn't use those earbuds at such a high volume and more tips. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple P…
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So are you feeling more tired lately? Women tend to think that feeling tired is just a normal side effect from being busy or taking on too many responsibilities. However, if you live a healthy lifestyle and are generally healthy, you should not be bothered by daily fatigue. There is often an underlying cause of daily fatigue. Guest Podcast Host Syl…
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Want to improve the way you eat during the holidays and in the new year? Guest podcast host Leigh Klekar shares ways to get started on eating healthy and foods not to eat before bed. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast hosted by Josh and Kyle from Colossus... Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.…
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Tis The Season For Giving Back: Inspiration From A Real Fairy Godmother
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Join Host Holly Thacker, MD as she interviews Lisa Strmac Margolis about her fundraising initiatives and her inspiration for giving back to others. Visit oki.wish.org and shareavision.org for more information on Lisa's favorite charities, Make-A-Wish and Share A Vision. Fit, Healthy & Happy Podcast Welcome to the Fit, Healthy and Happy Podcast host…
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Stress Relief: Ways To Handle Life's Stressors
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This time of year can put a lot of stress on women, trying to make the holidays perfect for those around them. Guest Podcast Host Sylvia Morrison talks about how women can cope with everyday stressors, including easy-at-home tips, meditation, counseling and mind-body exercises. Support the Show.By SWH
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Why Showing Gratitude Is Good For Your Health
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Practicing gratitude increases happiness and optimism while decreasing the risk of anxiety and depression. Host Holly Thacker, MD expresses her gratitude in this episode and shares ways you can show your gratitude this Thanksgiving and reap all the health benefits. Support the Show.By SWH
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The Best Exercises For Women To Help With Weight Loss
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Guest Podcast Host Sylvia Morrison shares the best exercises for women that will help with weight loss and increase muscle mass. Support the Show.By SWH
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