Hormone Heroes with Dr. Kelly Hopkins

Why Cannabis Affects Everyone Differently: How Genetics Shape Your Response to THC & CBD with Len May

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/fan_mail/new] What if your DNA could explain why certain medications work for you, why stress affects you differently, or why one cannabis product helps one person but causes anxiety in another? In this episode of Hormone Heroes, Dr. Kelly Hopkins sits down with Len May, CEO and co-founder of EndoDNA, to explore the rapidly evolving world of personalized medicine, cannabis genetics, epigenetics, functional medicine, ADHD, and AI-driven healthcare. Len shares how his personal experience with ADD eventually led him into cannabis genomics, biotechnology, and precision wellness.  Together, Dr. Kelly and Len break down the science of the endocannabinoid system and explain how genetics influence the way the body responds to THC, CBD, stress, inflammation, hormones, supplements, medications, dopamine, and overall health. The conversation explores why cannabis affects every individual differently, how CYP450 enzymes influence cannabis metabolism, why some people react strongly to gummies and edibles, and why the traditional Indica vs. Sativa conversation is often misleading. Len also explains how personalized wellness protocols based on DNA testing, epigenetics, biomarkers, and lifestyle medicine may help reduce adverse reactions and improve long-term health outcomes. Beyond cannabis science, this episode dives into neurodivergence, entrepreneurship, dopamine regulation, high performance, stress physiology, hormone health, inflammation, biohacking, root-cause healing, and the future of AI-powered precision healthcare. Key Topics Covered: * The endocannabinoid system and its role in mood, stress response, inflammation, hormones, gut health, and homeostasis * How THC, CBD, CB1 receptors, and CB2 receptors affect the brain and body * Why genetics influence cannabis experiences and adverse reactions * CYP450 enzymes, cannabis metabolism, gummies, tinctures, and personalized dosing * The science behind terpenes and why Indica vs. Sativa is outdated * ADHD, dopamine regulation, neurodivergence, and entrepreneurship * Functional medicine, root-cause healthcare, and personalized wellness * Genomics, epigenetics, biomarker tracking, and AI-driven healthcare platforms * Hormone optimization, stress physiology, inflammation, and longevity * How EndoDNA uses DNA testing and precision medicine to create individualized wellness protocols This episode is a fascinating look into cannabis science, personalized medicine, human optimization, and the future of holistic healthcare. If you found value in this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. It helps others find these root-cause health insights! CONNECT WITH US! Website: https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932 [https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes [https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormoneheroes_/ [https://www.instagram.com/hormoneheroes_/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restorehealthark [https://www.facebook.com/restorehealthark] Len May's Website: https://www.lenmaycoaching.com/ [https://www.lenmaycoaching.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenmay/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenmay/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/len.may [https://www.facebook.com/len.may] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenmaydna/ [https://www.instagram.com/lenmaydna/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAT1PJgjSYFwL7hAtnJUng [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnAT1PJgjSYFwL7hAtnJUng] About the Podcast: Hormone Heroes with Dr. Kelly Hopkins brings inspiring patient stories and expert conversations about hormone health. Each week, Dr. Hopkins, a functional medicine practitioner and hormonal wellness specialist interviews men and women whose lives have changed after bio-identical hormone therapy, along with leading functional medicine practitioners Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/support]

Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally: A Functional Medicine Approach with Dr. Jason Shumard

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/fan_mail/new] Struggling with type 2 diabetes (or know someone who is)?   What if everything you've been told about type 2 diabetes is only half the story? In this episode of the Hormone Heroes Podcast, Dr. Kelly Martin Hopkins and Dr. Jason Shumard, a chiropractor and functional endocrinologist, explains how diabetes really works at the cellular level and what you can do about it.  They dive into the root causes behind high blood sugar, from diet and sugar spikes to chronic stress, infections, hormonal imbalances, inflammation and even environmental toxins. They also discuss how long-term carbohydrate- and sugar-heavy diets can “overwater” your cells (like Dr. Shumard’s plant analogy) and damage insulin receptors.  If you or someone you love has been living with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or unexplained metabolic issues, this episode will give you a new framework for understanding what's really going on  and what's actually possible. Key Topics Covered: * Differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes explained with analogies (car engine and keys) * How lifestyle choices over 10, 20 or 30 years contribute to cellular damage and diagnosis * The role of insulin resistance, blood sugar, and hemoglobin A1C in diabetes progression * The impact of chronic inflammation, infections, hormonal imbalances, toxins, and genetics in diabetes development * Why weight alone isn't the sole indicator of diabetes risk or remission potential * Early signs and symptoms of diabetes including fatigue, frequent urination, neuropathy, brain fog, and weight gain * The importance of laboratory testing and individualized evaluation for effective treatment plans * Strategies for detoxification, hormone balancing, gut health, and toxin removal * The benefits of a comprehensive, personalized, and non-pharmaceutical approach to managing and reversing diabetes If you found value in this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review. It helps others find these root-cause health insights! CONNECT WITH US! * Website: https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932 [https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932] * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes [https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restorehealthark/ [https://www.instagram.com/restorehealthark/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restorehealthark [https://www.facebook.com/restorehealthark] Connect with DR. SHUMARD! * Website: https://drshumard.com/ [https://drshumard.com/] * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-shumard-853658140/ [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-shumard-853658140/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjasonshumarddc/ [https://www.instagram.com/drjasonshumarddc/] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjasonshumard [https://www.youtube.com/@drjasonshumard] Join the Free Diabetes Webinar: https://drshumard.com/ [https://drshumard.com/] About the Podcast: Hormone Heroes with Dr. Kelly Hopkins brings inspiring patient stories and expert conversations about hormone health. Each week, Dr. Hopkins, a functional medicine practitioner and hormonal wellness specialist interviews men and women whose lives have changed after bio-identical hormone therapy, along with leading functional medicine practitioners Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/support]

Fatigue, Brain Fog & Long COVID: Dr. Jess Armine on How to Reset Your Cell Danger Response (CDR)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/fan_mail/new] Most chronic illnesses, especially Post-COVID conditions (also known as Long COVID), share a largely overlooked root issue: impaired cellular energy production. If you’re struggling with Long COVID, chronic fatigue, or autoimmune symptoms, you’ve likely been told your labs are “normal,” even though you clearly don’t feel well. In this episode of the Hormone Heroes Podcast, Dr. Kelly Martin Hopkins sits down with Dr. Jess Armine, a veteran functional medicine practitioner with over 50 years of experience as an EMT, RN, and chiropractor, to explore the cellular foundations of chronic illness and recovery. Dr. Armine breaks down a foundational approach to restoring health, including the use of Augmented NAC to help break down persistent spike protein fragments, liposomal vitamins for cellular replenishment, and prebiotic/probiotic strategies to rebalance gut flora. He also explains Dr. Robert Naviaux’s Cell Danger Response (CDR), a protective cellular state triggered by chronic stress, toxins, infections, or trauma. When cells remain “stuck” in this mode, mitochondrial function can drop significantly (often operating at 55–60% instead of optimal capacity), limiting the body’s ability to heal and recover. In this episode, you’ll learn about: * Mitochondrial dysfunction: How SARS-CoV-2 spike protein may interfere with ATP production, contributing to fatigue and exercise intolerance * The gut–immune connection: How impaired gut integrity and undigested proteins can drive systemic inflammation * Hormonal disruption: How chronic inflammation and stress dysregulate cortisol, thyroid, and sex hormones * The limits of acute care medicine: Why complex chronic cases often require extended, in-depth clinical evaluation Dr. Armine challenges the symptom-focused medical model and emphasizes the importance of restoring cellular health as the foundation for resolving chronic disease. This conversation reframes chronic illness not as isolated symptoms, but as a breakdown in cellular energy and communication. If you're tired of band-aid solutions and ready for a science-based approach that puts you back in control, Dr. Jess Armine’s insights will ignite hope and empower your journey to healing. Connect with us! Website: https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932 [https://podcast.hormoneheroes.org/2396932] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes [https://www.tiktok.com/@hormone.heroes] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-martin-hopkins-387ab66/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restorehealthark/ [https://www.instagram.com/restorehealthark/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/restorehealthark [https://www.instagram.com/restorehealthark/] Connect with Dr. Armine! Website: www.drjessarmine.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jess-armine-dc-rn-a0537329/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/drjessarmine724/ Youtube: www.youtube.com/@DrJessArmine Free 30-minute Discovery Call: https://drarmine.as.me/getacquainted About the Podcast: Hormone Heroes with Dr. Kelly Hopkins brings inspiring patient stories and expert conversations about hormone health. Each week, Dr. Hopkins, a functional medicine practitioner and hormonal wellness specialist interviews men and women whose lives have changed after bio-identical hormone therapy, along with leading functional medicine practitioners Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcar Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/support]

Reversing Type 2 Diabetes With Five Pillars of Health with Graham Hawley

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/fan_mail/new] Type 2 diabetes can feel like a life sentence, but the story we share here points to something far more empowering: when you stop feeding metabolic dysfunction, the body often starts moving back toward balance. I’m joined by certified health and wellness coach Graham Hawley, who got into this work after watching his father and brother suffer years of decline from complications tied to type 2 diabetes. That experience sent him deep into the research and into a coaching mission built around real food, real habits, and real accountability. We walk through Graham’s “five pillars of health” framework: nutrition, exercise and movement, sleep quality, stress management, and mindful alcohol use. We talk about why trying to overhaul everything at once usually backfires, and how small daily changes can create big results over time. Graham also explains why he urges people to start with a baseline blood work panel and to track blood pressure or blood sugar consistently, so you and your doctor can clearly see the trend as your lifestyle improves. You’ll also hear practical, usable tips: what hidden ingredients in processed foods can keep insulin and blood sugar elevated, how sleep acts like a metabolic reset, why blue light and late-night routines matter, and how alcohol can disrupt hormones, recovery, and even fat burning for a full day. We keep it grounded with simple whole food meal ideas and a clear explanation of how repeated insulin spikes can lead to insulin resistance, weight gain, fatty liver risk, and more. If you’re ready to take control of your metabolic health, listen now, share this with someone who needs hope, and subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. After you listen, will you leave a rating and review and tell us which “small step” you’re starting with first? Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/support]

Dr. Jeffrey Brown Explains Why Heavy Periods Are Common But Aren’t Normal

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/fan_mail/new] Most women don’t need another quick appointment, another shrug, or another prescription that only quiets symptoms for a few weeks. We sit down with Dr. Jeffrey Brown, a family physician trained in functional medicine and women’s health, to unpack why so many hormone problems are missed and what real root-cause care looks like when you take women seriously. We start with his journey out of high-volume conventional practice and into bioidentical hormone therapy and functional medicine training, including why hormone education is so thin in standard medical pathways. From there we get practical: what a virtual hormone consultation actually involves, why the intake is so detailed, and how deeper testing like saliva hormones, urinary hormone metabolites, and comprehensive stool analysis can reveal patterns that basic labs often miss. We also talk about gut health, inflammation, and why chronic stress keeps the body stuck in fight-or-flight, raising pain and worsening fatigue, brain fog, and mood. If you deal with heavy painful periods, PMS, suspected endometriosis, or the confusing swings of perimenopause, you’ll hear a clear message: common isn’t normal. We break down “estrogen dominance” in plain terms, including progesterone deficiency and progesterone resistance, and why you can’t treat a lab number without treating the whole person. Dr. Brown also makes the case for testosterone therapy for women, covering potential benefits for pain and inflammation, plus the side effects of overdosing and why delivery method matters. If this conversation helps you feel seen, share it with a friend who’s been dismissed, and please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and pass along your biggest takeaway. What symptom have you been told to “just live with”? Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2396932/support]