197. Do you really need HRT? with Dr. Shilpa Sayana | Jane Hogan

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Sidhu Moose Wala explodes onto the Canadian music scene. His sound is a fusion of two worlds - hip-hop with the poetic language of rural Punjab, where he is from. After years of struggle he’s making it. But with the spotlight comes a dark side. As his fame grows, so do the threats. "We will kill you." Presented by broadcaster and DJ Bobby Friction and investigative journalist Ishleen Kaur. Season 8 of World of Secrets, The Killing Call, is a BBC Eye investigation for the BBC World Service. Archive audio credits: Lovepreet Waraich, Malwa TV, BritAsia TV, MPHONE Canteeni Mandeer, GK Digital, Thakur Media, Capital Extra, Famous Punjab TV, ModernSings, Dheeth.jeha, RealRohitBlogs, Mirror Now, India Today. Here’s a link to the BBC Eye two-part documentary films, which we recommend you watch after listening to this podcast: https://bit.ly/thekillingcall If you are in the UK, you can watch on iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002f18y…

about a year ago 39:50

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Did you know that hormone imbalances are often driven by more than just aging—and that stress, gut health, and toxins all play a role? Join me and my guest, Dr. Shilpa Sayana, to learn more about the deeper connections between inflammation, hormones, and overall health. We’ll explore why your gut microbiome should be the first place to look before considering HRT, how stress impacts hormone levels, and natural ways to support balance. If you’ve been wondering whether HRT is truly the answer, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective. Let’s dive in!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 04:27 - A functional medicine approach to health care

⏰ 06:59 - The inflammation, stress, and hormone connection

⏰ 10:26 - Four pillars of health: hormones, gut, toxins, lifestyle

⏰ 11:29 - Why the gut microbiome is the first test if considering hormones

⏰ 13:28 - Stress and cortisol as key drivers of lowering sex hormones

⏰ 15:55 - Natural supplements to support hormone health

⏰ 20:13 - The test you MUST ask your doctor for

⏰ 27:27 - If you’re on the fence about HRT

⏰ 33:37 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s Bio:

Dr. Sayana is a triple board-certified MD in Internal, Obesity, and Functional medicine. She has been in private practice for over a decade serving the greater Los Angeles community. She is an expert in treating women dealing with perimenopause and menopause, optimizing their hormones, energy, and weight, especially if they have been told that their labs are normal. She helps them reclaim their balance and feel like themselves again, by using the Sayana Medical Road Map. She has been recognized by her peers by being nominated for the most Humanistic Intern/Resident award in all three years of her medical residency and by her patients by receiving the Best Doctors Women's Choice Award in 2023.

Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s gift and link:

Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability.

Connect with Dr. Shilpa Sayana:

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves.

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

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197. Do you really need HRT? with Dr. Shilpa Sayana | Jane Hogan

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published about a year ago

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Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability.

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 04:27 - A functional medicine approach to health care

⏰ 06:59 - The inflammation, stress, and hormone connection

⏰ 10:26 - Four pillars of health: hormones, gut, toxins, lifestyle

⏰ 11:29 - Why the gut microbiome is the first test if considering hormones

⏰ 13:28 - Stress and cortisol as key drivers of lowering sex hormones

⏰ 15:55 - Natural supplements to support hormone health

⏰ 20:13 - The test you MUST ask your doctor for

⏰ 27:27 - If you’re on the fence about HRT

⏰ 33:37 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s Bio:

Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s gift and link:

Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability.

https://www.sayanamedical.com/product/hormones-in-harmony-bundle-for-women/

Connect with Dr. Shilpa Sayana:

Website: https://www.sayanamedical.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SayanaMedical

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sayanamedical/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sayanamedical

*****

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth

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208. From Pain to Purpose: My Healing Journey | Jane Hogan 23:21

6 days ago23:21

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Discover more about how to use your mind to heal your pain at my next webinar! Https://thewellnessengineer.com/webinar Did you know that sometimes the key to healing isn’t doing more—it’s shifting how you see your pain? For years, I searched for ways to fix what hurt, but I was missing one crucial piece. In this video, I share what finally changed everything—how I stopped fighting my pain and started understanding it. There is a reason for the pain—and more importantly, there’s a way through it. If you’ve ever felt stuck, hopeless, or like your body is working against you, this episode is for you - and you are not alone! Watch it now and take the first step toward real healing. 💛 In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:39 - The piece I was missing when I first tried to figure out how to heal ⏰ 06:27 - How shifting my mindset about the pain changed everything ⏰ 11:30 - Why the body turns on pain ⏰ 13:55 - How to teach the body to release pain ⏰ 17:55 - There is hope, and you are not alone ⏰ 20:44 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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207. Freeing Emotions that Block Healing with Carol Look | Jane Hogan 39:49

13 days ago39:49

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni Did you know that the key to unlocking your healing could be in your fingertips? Join me and my guest, Carol Look, a Founding EFT Master and psychotherapist, to learn more about the transformative power of EFT Tapping. We explore how this simple yet profound technique can help your healing journey and break through those "stuck" moments. Plus, Carol will demonstrate some powerful Tapping techniques you can start using right away to release stress. If you're seeking a path to deeper healing and a more fulfilling life, Carol's 25+ years of experience and her renowned "Yes Code" coaching method offer insights you won't want to miss - come and discover with us how to tap into your potential! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 3:22 - What is EFT Tapping? ⏰ 6:33 - How tapping can help you ⏰ 08:49 - Tapping for stress relief demonstration ⏰ 16:56 - Tapping for feeling stuck ⏰ 29:07 - Using tapping for personal and professional success ⏰ 36:48 - The ONE thing you can do today to activate self-healing Check out Carol Look’s Bio: Carol Look is a psychotherapist, Founding EFT Master, best-selling author, international speaker, and creator of The Yes Code, her signature coaching method. She combines her traditional training as a psychotherapist with clinical hypnosis and advanced applications of EFT for unprecedented results. Known for her laser-like focus and state-of-the-art approach, Carol has used EFT Tapping for over 25 years to help clients release their limiting beliefs and emotional conflicts, so they can enjoy lives of exceptional success and fulfillment. Carol is a world-renowned EFT workshop presenter. She is a regularly featured energy medicine expert on leading global telesummits and documentaries. Carol Look’s gift and link: Learn more about how to create a life you love, one “yes” at a time. Get access to my free video #1 Mistake People Make That Keeps Them STUCK! Along with powerful weekly abundance tips to make sure that you keep moving forward at https://www.carollook.com/ Connect with Carol Look: Website: https://www.carollook.com/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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206. Chronic Stress is Making You Sick with Dr. Tricia Pingel | Jane Hogan 42:15

20 days ago42:15

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Protect yourself from harmful EMFs with the Harmoni Pendant. Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni Did you know the pressure to be perfect, maybe even stemming from childhood experiences, could be the secret saboteur fueling your daily stress and burnout? Join me and my guest, Dr. Tricia Pingel, the 'Adrenal Whisperer' and a former child model who personally conquered this cycle - to learn more about the art of letting go to dramatically reduce stress, how to finally ditch unrealistic expectations and prioritize you. Come and discover simple morning and evening routines – including the intriguing 'bears' method – to reclaim your calm and energy. In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:25 - Being a child model set Tricia up for the stress of perfectionism ⏰ 06:58 - How to let go to keep stress low ⏰ 14:57 - Carving out time for self-care and letting go of unrealistic expectations ⏰ 22:05 - Lessons learned from Tricia’s dying mother ⏰ 30:40 - Morning and evening practices to reduce stress - the “bears” ⏰ 36:51 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Tricia Pingel’s Bio: Dr. Tricia Pingel is a leading Naturopathic Physician on a mission to help you feel better, stress less, and reconnect with your true self. Having experienced firsthand what it’s like to be overwhelmed and stressed, she now guides others, just like you, to break free from burnout and create a life filled with calm, energy, and balance. Her philosophy is simple: stress less, feel your music, and find your joy. As a visionary CEO shaping the future of holistic wellness, Dr. Pingel is the founder of Total Health Apothecary, a supplement line designed to nourish your body under stress, and the creator of health programs that empower you to take charge of your wellness. She’s also the best-selling author of Total Health Turnaround, and her approach is all about giving you the tools to live your most vibrant life—without relying on quick fixes or temporary solutions. Dr. Pingel is here to help you thrive, not just survive. Additional Bio Information: Dr. Pingel, the Adrenal Whisperer, has been featured on major TV shows and in publications like Mind Body Green and Prevention Magazine. Dr. Pingel is a bestselling author, a hip hop dancer, retired fashion model, and visionary CEO shaping the future of holistic wellness. Dr. Tricia Pingel’s gift and link: Are your prescriptions helping or hurting? While medications like blood pressure pills, acid reflux blockers, and antibiotics play a vital role, they often come with unwanted side effects. The good news? There are natural alternatives that can support your health effectively and safely. Discover three powerful, science-backed options that could reduce your reliance on prescriptions and help you take control of your well-being—naturally. Download Dr. Tricia's free guide: 3 Natural Alternatives to Common Medications: Empower Your Health Without the Side Effects here: https://drpingel.simplero.com/3-natural-alternatives Connect with Dr. Tricia Pingel: Website: https://drpingel.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTriciaPingel/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpingel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrTriciaPingelNMD TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtriciapingel LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-pingel-nmd/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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205. Is Your Weight Gain Really an Immune Problem? with Becca Chilczenkowski | Jane Hogan 44:34

27 days ago44:34

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Protect yourself from harmful EMFs with the Harmoni Pendant. Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni Did you know that past attempts to manage your weight could have unknowingly triggered internal chaos affecting your today's health and ability to shed pounds? Join me and my guest, Becca Chilczenkowski, a Board Certified Functional Practitioner and Hormone Specialist who helps women escape the exact health traps that she also endured for years, to learn more about how to uncover if your body's defense system is the hidden reason you feel stuck and how to activate your body’s incredible deep-cleaning ability for real change. In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:36 - Becca’s history of dieting leading to autoimmune issues ⏰ 13:40 - How to know if the immune system is behind weight loss resistance ⏰ 19:10 - The steps in reversing the innate immune system ⏰ 23:35 - The body’s magic cleaning system: autophagy ⏰ 27:37 - The first step: liver support ⏰ 30:05 - Step two: Shock the gut! ⏰ 31:10 - Step three: Food and fasting ⏰ 38:50 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Becca Chilczenkowski’s Bio: Becca Chilczenkowski is a Board Certified Functional Practitioner and Hormone Specialist. She is the Founder/Co-Owner of FitMom, a leading functional practice helping women heal from chronic health struggles. She is also a wife, mom of two, recovering exercise addict, stress addict, and her mission is to help women avoid the struggles she endured for so long. Years of hormone imbalances, uncontrollable weight gain, constipation, bloating, and never getting answers or proper diagnoses from doctors. She wants to create as many informed consumers and healthy, happy mid-life women as possible. Becca Chilczenkowski’s gift and link: Hormone Factor Guide - Women’s Guide To Jumpstarting Your Metabolism and Resetting Your Hormones What is inside: - Quizzes to help you determine which hormonal imbalances you may be struggling with - 21-Day Reset with meal plan and supplement recommendations - Support to help you get on the path to resetting your metabolism, your hormones, adrenals, and the struggling systems making you feel blah. Click here to get your free Hormone Factor Guide: https://bit.ly/3pD7IGg Connect with Becca Chilczenkowski: Website: https://fitmomlife.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitmomco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehormonequeen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fitmomco ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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204. You Need to Feel to Heal: The Surprising Science of Emotions and Chronic Pain | Jane Hogan 30:55

5 weeks ago30:55

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Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this solo episode, I explore the powerful connection between emotions and chronic pain. Discover how unprocessed feelings can keep you stuck in discomfort, and how safe, gentle expression can unlock your body’s natural ability to heal. You’ll walk away with practical tools and a renewed sense of compassion for your emotional self. Because you really do need to feel to heal. In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:09 - Why expressing emotions matters. ⏰ 08:30 - The difference between emotions and feelings ⏰ 11:02 - The cost of suppressing emotions ⏰ 15:47 - Freedom through feeling ⏰ 19:55 - Simple somatic tools to release emotions ⏰ 26:52 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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203. Women's Health: How to Live Better in Your Second Act with Dr. Betty Murray | Jane Hogan 41:41

6 weeks ago41:41

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Vibrant Blue Oils is giving the Wellness by Design audience in Canada and the US nearly 60% off the Parasympathetic blend. Go to thewellnessengineer.com/vbo Did you know that while women are living longer than ever, many are spending those extra years battling preventable pain, fatigue, and hormone-driven health issues? If you are one of them, join me and my guest, Dr. Betty Murray, to learn more about the causes and discover what you can do to reclaim your vitality and rebalance your hormones to thrive in your second act. In this episode, you’ll learn: ⏰ 06:45 - Why women have higher rates of health conditions and pain ⏰ 11:34 - Hormone-driven health issues for menopausal women ⏰ 13:51 - What women can do about loss of hormones ⏰ 24:33 - Basic guidelines to follow for HRT ⏰ 31:45 - Women’s lifespan is longer but their healthspan is shorter without HRT ⏰ 33:19 - Busting myths about hormone replacement for women ⏰ 36:44 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Betty Murray’s Bio: Dr. Betty Murray is a women’s health advocate, nutrition expert, PhD researcher, certified functional medicine practitioner, author, and speaker. Betty helps women over 40 harness their hormones to lose weight, optimize sleep, restore energy, and thrive. During her research for her Ph.D., Betty made several key discoveries that lead to hormone & metabolic imbalances that plague women over 40. Restoring balance to these key metabolic and hormone pathways is the basis of her Menopause Mastery Program. This program has helped her and thousands of women improve hormone balance, reduce hot flashes, restore sleep, and turn up their energy without living on a diet of deprivation. She is the founder and CEO of Living Well Dallas Functional Medicine Center and Menrva, a national women’s virtual clinic delivering bioidentical hormone treatment and guidance to feel like perimenopause and menopause never happened. She is the host of the Menopause Mastery Podcast, and Powering Women Through Menopause on Connect TV on FOX and CW in select markets. She is an author, and featured writer for Brainz Magazine, and has been featured in Grazia Magazine. As a professional speaker, I have shared the stage with Lisa Nichols, Dr. Mark Hyman, JJ Virgin, Dr. Steven Gundry, Dr. Shrini Pallay, and many others, and she is a frequently featured nutrition expert on Fox News Broadcasting, CW33, NBC, and CBS. Dr. Betty Murray’s gift and link: Biohacking for longevity for women - Unlock the Secrets to Aging Fiercely. Download Your Free E-book here: https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/ Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: Website: https://getmenrva.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbettymurray Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bettymurray/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@poweringthroughmenopause ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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202. Could Hormones be Causing Your Chronic Health Condition? with Dr. Aimee Duffy | Jane Hogan 51:47

7 weeks ago51:47

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Vibrant Blue Oils is giving the Wellness by Design audience in Canada and the US nearly 60% off the Parasympathetic blend. Go to thewellnessengineer.com/vbo Did you know that your hormones could be at the root of your chronic health challenges—and you might not even realize it? Join me and my guest, Dr. Aimee Duffy, to learn more about the hidden hormonal imbalances that could be fueling your fatigue, brain fog, and flare-ups in surprising ways. Discover how tuning into your body’s deeper signals might unlock the missing link in your healing journey that you’ve been searching for. In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 05:15 - Conventional vs. integrative approach to women’s hormones ⏰ 14:18 - The interplay of cortisol, hormones and adrenals ⏰ 21:02 - Saliva testing for cortisol and how to find a functional practitioner ⏰ 22:44 - The connection between hormones, inflammation and chronic health conditions ⏰ 34:36 - The connection between hormones and cognitive decline ⏰ 41:11 - Why you need more nitric oxide and how to get it ⏰ 46:22 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Aimee Duffy’s Bio: Dr. Aimee Duffy is a renowned expert in functional hormone health, dedicated to helping women break free from the health challenges that hold them captive. She began her medical career in 2006 as a board-certified Family Practice physician, treating a broad range of patients and in 2007, she joined a thriving ob/gyn practice. By 2008, she realized that many of her female patients needed more than conventional medicine could offer. Fueled by a passion to provide deeper, more comprehensive care, she opened Carolina Integrative Medicine, a practice dedicated to whole-person wellness, empowering women to reclaim their health and vitality. Dr. Duffy is also the #1 best-selling author of “Normal Doesn’t Have Side Effects” and “Why Can’t She See Me?” and an award-winning speaker at prestigious venues like the Harvard Club of Boston, CNN Center, Nasdaq, and Carnegie Hall. She has shared the stage with Martha Stewart, Suzanne Somers, and Dr. Oz and frequently appears on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. As a Expert in Functional Hormone Health, Dr. Duffy educates medical professionals on the latest advancements in functional medicine as well as mentorship in business optimization for healthpraneurs. Finding work-life balance in the multitudes, Dr. Duffy is a proud mom of four daughters, a tennis champion, retreat host, and the President of the North Carolina Integrative Medical Society. Her mission is simple: to empower women to reclaim their freedom, to feel vibrant, energized, and fully alive! Dr. Aimee Duffy’s gift and link: How To Boost Gut Health Naturally - This is a 10-part video series that will give you an eye-opening look at why you've likely had trouble achieving your health goals so far (and why your current approach is keeping you stuck!). Enjoy the free mini-course here: https://go.carolinaintegrativemedicine.com/minicourse Connect with Dr. Aimee Duffy: Website: https://carolinaintegrativemedicine.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aimee.duffy.148 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aimeeduffymd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimee-duffy-59111661/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aimeeduffymd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.aimeeduffy5643 ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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201. Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis Holistically with Dr. Micah Yu, MD | Jane Hogan 32:35

8 weeks ago32:35

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Save your seat at the Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu. Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399 Did you know that the pain you're feeling might be more than just inflammation? It could be your body's complex response to stress, trauma, and even the food on your plate. Join me and Dr. Micah Yu, MD, to explore a holistic approach to rheumatoid arthritis, covering personalized diets, stress management, and the truth about restrictive eating. Get ready to see your health and your path to healing in a whole new light! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 03:06 - A medical student’s experience with joint pain ⏰ 10:22 - No one anti-inflammatory diet is good for everyone ⏰ 11:25 - Trauma can be a contributing factor for autoimmune disease ⏰ 12:24 - The role of stress in triggering the immune system ⏰ 19:22 - Identifying protocols for individual patients ⏰ 26:55 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ⏰ 28:00 - What to watch out for when eating restrictive diets Check out Dr. Micah Yu, MD’s Bio: Dr. Yu is an integrative rheumatologist who incorporates complementary medicine with traditional rheumatology. He is quadruple board-certified in Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. He obtained his MD from Chicago Medical School and holds a Masters in Healthcare Administration and Biomedical sciences. He completed his internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship at Loma Linda University in Southern California. He is a graduate of the Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Arizona. In addition, he is certified in functional medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine. He is a member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society(ILADS), International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness(ISEAI), and American Academy of Environmental Medicine(AAEM). He has a very unique perspective on autoimmune disease and arthritis as he is both a patient with arthritis and physician. Dr. Yu was diagnosed with gout at the age of 17 and later diagnosed with spondyloarthritis as well. He is able to understand his patient’s medical problems from a patient perspective. The foundation of his practice is to combine allopathic medicine with complementary medicine. He works with his patients to come up with a treatment plan that not only fights the disease but also is aligned with his patient’s goals. Dr. Micah Yu, MD’s gift and link: Are you or someone you love struggling with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or another autoimmune condition? Join Dr. Micah Yu - who lives with RA himself - for his first-of-its-kind symposium with over 30 world-class experts who’ll share cutting-edge science and real-life strategies to reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, and live with vitality and purpose—no matter where you are in your journey. The Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu (MD, MHA, MS, ABOIM, DipABLM, IFMCP). Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399 Connect with Dr. Micah Yu, MD: Website: https://drlifestyle.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlifestyleclinic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlifestyleclinic/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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200. Celebrating 200 episodes! with Jane | Jane Hogan 1:05:02

9 weeks ago1:05:02

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Welcome to this special milestone episode of Wellness By Design! Over the past 200 episodes, I’ve had the honor of interviewing incredible experts, thought leaders, and wellness advocates, all dedicated to helping you create a life of health and vitality. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the most powerful insights and lessons I’ve learned along the way from them. It’s a celebration of the knowledge and inspiration they’ve shared over 200 episodes! Thank you for being part of this journey! Let’s celebrate together and continue embracing the wisdom that leads to lasting wellness. 💛✨ In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 00:00 - Introduction ⏰ 02:56 - Kelly Kennedy interviews me about what I’ve learned over 200 episodes ⏰ 41:03 - Bruce Lipton - Episode #59 ⏰ 42:02 - Keesha Ewers - Episode #40 ⏰ 44:23 - Anna Cabeca - Episode #7 ⏰ 46:14 - Izabella Wentz - Episode #96 ⏰ 48:01 - Elena Villanueva - Episode #101 ⏰ 49:18 - Darren Weissman - Episode #115 ⏰ 51:55 - Kim D’Eramo - Episode #150 ⏰ 54:04 - Michael Roesslein - Episode #174 ⏰ 58:03 - Greg Eckel - Episode #190 ⏰ 1:02:15 - Elaine Glass - Episode #158 ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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199. Optimize Sleep, Breathing and Light for Weight Loss with Dipa Chauhan | Jane Hogan 35:30

10 weeks ago35:30

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Did you know that optimizing your sleep, breathing, and exposure to light can significantly impact your metabolism and weight loss? Join me and my guest, Dipa Chauhan, a retired pharmacist turned functional medicine provider, as we dive into the science behind better sleep, proper breathing techniques, and the role of light in regulating metabolism. Dipa will also share practical tips on improving sleep, using breathwork for weight loss, and how you can support your circadian rhythm with red light. Let’s unlock the key pillars of optimal health together! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:36 - From pharmacist to Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist ⏰ 08:55 - Four key pillars of getting good sleep ⏰ 13:13 - Lose weight with breathing ⏰ 20:37 - Lighting, metabolism, and sleep ⏰ 27:16 - How to set your device to display red light ⏰ 32:09 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dipa Chauhan’s Bio: Dipa is a retired pharmacist turned functional medicine provider, she discovered her passion for disease prevention while working in a hospital oncology unit. Collaborating with oncologists and the healthcare team, she optimized chemotherapy treatments and managed side effects, witnessing firsthand the devastating impact of cancer and other preventable diseases. Her personal health struggles after childbirth reinforced the power of nutrition and lifestyle in recovery. Committed to proactive health, she advocates for a balanced diet, a positive mindset, and joyful movement to prevent chronic disease. She authored a book called Healing Habits to guide others in making simple, sustainable lifestyle changes and now leads The Living Light Metabolic Reset Program, a 10-week program designed to support weight loss, boost energy, improve sleep, and balance hormones. Dipa Chauhan’s gift and link: My new book, Healing Habits is your personal step-by-step guide to increased energy, balanced hormones, and lasting weight loss! I hold nothing back in this book and consider it my deepest privilege to gift you my best tips and most effective lifestyle strategies. Download my free e-book at https://dipasfreebook.com/ . Connect with Dipa Chauhan: Website: https://thelivingproofinstitute.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dchauhanpatel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dipachauhanrph/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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198. Feed Your Microbiome to Flourish with Anu Simh | Jane Hogan 37:29

11 weeks ago37:29

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Did you know that the health of your gut microbiome affects everything from digestion to mood, immunity, and even long-term wellness? Join me and my guest, Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of 9 Arms of Wellness, as we explore the keys to a thriving microbiome. In this episode, Anu not only shares her inspiring journey to uncover gut health, but we’ll also dive into common misconceptions about probiotics, we talk about the vagus nerve’s role, and you can also learn some simple steps to build a thriving microbiome. Get ready to heal and flourish from within! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:26 - Anu’s story of being told to “suck it up.” ⏰ 10:26 - Misunderstandings around probiotics ⏰ 11:32 - What makes a healthy microbiome ⏰ 18:26 - The role of the vagus nerve in a healthy gut microbiome ⏰ 30:33 - The simple way to make a healthy microbiome ⏰ 33:42 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Anu Simh’s Bio: Anu Simh is a board-certified functional health coach and the founder of 9 Arms of Wellness. She specializes in helping busy women lose weight and maintain their goal weight by focusing on gut health. Her personalized and unique philosophy has successfully guided hundreds of women in achieving and maintaining their goals. Anu is now training other coaches in her methodology. Based in La Jolla, California, Anu sees clients nationwide virtually. Her passion lies in the microbiome, and she is also a skilled plant-based chef. Her soon-to-be-published book, Flourish From Within: Feed Your Gut For Lifelong Health, reveals the importance of gut health for overall well-being and includes more than 50 plant-based recipes. Anu's guiding principle is to help people get off medications for lifestyle diseases through diet and lifestyle changes. In her free time, Anu loves to paint, laugh, have fun, create microbiome-supporting recipes, and go on long hikes with her dog, Bosco. Anu Simh’s gift and link: Reboot for Life is a 12-week program designed to help you finally live at your ideal weight by addressing the root causes of weight gain—like inflammation, cravings, and hormonal imbalances. This program empowers you with simple, sustainable strategies tailored to your unique needs, focusing on balancing your microbiome, restoring energy, and building habits that last a lifetime. It’s not about quick fixes; it’s about creating a healthier, happier you, for good. Join here: https://the.9armsofwellness.com/rebootforlife Connect with Anu Simh: Website: https://www.9armsofwellness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9armsofwellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9armsofwellness/ ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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197. Do you really need HRT? with Dr. Shilpa Sayana | Jane Hogan 39:50

12 weeks ago39:50

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability. Did you know that hormone imbalances are often driven by more than just aging—and that stress, gut health, and toxins all play a role? Join me and my guest, Dr. Shilpa Sayana, to learn more about the deeper connections between inflammation, hormones, and overall health. We’ll explore why your gut microbiome should be the first place to look before considering HRT, how stress impacts hormone levels, and natural ways to support balance. If you’ve been wondering whether HRT is truly the answer, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective. Let’s dive in! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 04:27 - A functional medicine approach to health care ⏰ 06:59 - The inflammation, stress, and hormone connection ⏰ 10:26 - Four pillars of health: hormones, gut, toxins, lifestyle ⏰ 11:29 - Why the gut microbiome is the first test if considering hormones ⏰ 13:28 - Stress and cortisol as key drivers of lowering sex hormones ⏰ 15:55 - Natural supplements to support hormone health ⏰ 20:13 - The test you MUST ask your doctor for ⏰ 27:27 - If you’re on the fence about HRT ⏰ 33:37 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s Bio: Dr. Sayana is a triple board-certified MD in Internal, Obesity, and Functional medicine. She has been in private practice for over a decade serving the greater Los Angeles community. She is an expert in treating women dealing with perimenopause and menopause, optimizing their hormones, energy, and weight, especially if they have been told that their labs are normal. She helps them reclaim their balance and feel like themselves again, by using the Sayana Medical Road Map. She has been recognized by her peers by being nominated for the most Humanistic Intern/Resident award in all three years of her medical residency and by her patients by receiving the Best Doctors Women's Choice Award in 2023. Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s gift and link: Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability. https://www.sayanamedical.com/product/hormones-in-harmony-bundle-for-women/ Connect with Dr. Shilpa Sayana: Website: https://www.sayanamedical.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SayanaMedical Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sayanamedical/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sayanamedical ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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196. Your Attention is Your Superpower with Jane | Jane Hogan 29:15

13 weeks ago29:15

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195. Reverse Autoimmunity in 8 Steps with Casey Hibbard | Jane Hogan 39:16

14 weeks ago39:16

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Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Did you know that reversing autoimmunity is possible and it can be done in just eight steps? Join me and my guest, Casey Hibbard, to learn more about the powerful steps to reverse the symptoms of autoimmunity gathered from over 200 interviews with people who have done it. We’ll explore the deeper roots of autoimmunity, the key practices that support healing, and the inspiring stories that prove change is possible! In this episode you’ll learn: ⏰ 02:48 - Casey’s personal story of reversing autoimmune disease ⏰ 07:42 - Rebuilding My Health Magazine ⏰ 09:46 - Emotions, childhood experiences, stress and autoimmunity ⏰ 16:00 - The eight practices common in all healing stories ⏰ 30:02 - The surprising common trigger for autommunity ⏰ 34:08 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing Check out Casey Hibbard’s Bio: Casey Hibbard is the founder and head storyteller of Rebuilding My Health, an online platform and podcast showcasing natural and integrative health success stories to inspire hope and healing. After turning around her autoimmunity, she applied years of journalism and corporate writing experience to capture stories that matter. She lives in Boulder, CO with her husband, son, and two cats. Casey Hibbard’s gift and link: Overcoming Autoimmunity: Real Recoveries and What You Can Learn from Them captures real-life success stories across 19 autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease, psoriasis, Sjögren’s syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and more. Discover what worked for these autoimmune thrivers and the TOP 8 most common steps that have guided many toward healing and lasting recovery. Get your free Kindle edition of Casey's book here: https://a.co/d/idXVPSz Connect with Casey Hibbard: Website: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rebuildingmyhealth ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm? Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janehoganhealth…

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194. Help for Leaky Bladders and Pelvic Pain with Kim Vopni | Jane Hogan 44:54

15 weeks ago44:54