A Dose of Health The Podcast

Money Is a Health Issue: Practical Money Habits for a Healthier Life With Lynet Kyalo

Your financial health IS your health. Money stress raises cortisol. It disrupts sleep. It strains relationships and fuels anxiety. And yet it's the one thing we never put on the wellness checklist. In this episode, we sit down with Lynet of FinancialFitbit for an honest, no-judgment conversation about what it actually means to be financially healthy. We break down the most common money traps people fall into, why most budgets fail, the difference between saving and investing, and the practical steps anyone can take to get their finances in order, no matter where they're starting from. We also get into the Kenyan reality: family obligations, chamas, M-Pesa habits, lifestyle inflation and the emotional side of money that nobody wants to talk about. Whether you feel completely overwhelmed by your finances or you're ready to take the next step, this one is for you. Listen in! How To Reach Us: 📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com 📱 Instagram & TikTok: @adoseofhealththepodcast Connect with Lynet: ⁨@TheFinancialFitbit⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCxsyGKk_s1y2EksMLHVTBng] Production by:  ⁨@artlightstudios⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCExzJc5JAozpNaqeqXa66PA] ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for guidance specific to your situation. #FinancialHealth #MoneyAndMentalHealth #PersonalFinanceKenya #FinancialLiteracy #GetYourBagRight #HealthEducation #MoneyHabits #FinancialWellness #InvestingInKenya #BudgetingTips #WomensFinance #ADoseOfHealth #FinancialStress #LearnOnSpotify

Vitiligo: Skin Health, Identity & Confidence With Zawadi & Dr. Njeri

Vitiligo is a visible and often misunderstood skin condition, but it is so much more than what you see on the surface. It's important to know that it is not contagious, it's not a hygiene issue, and for those who live with it, it is far from just a skin-deep experience. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Njeri and my sissy Zawadi to break down what vitiligo actually is, why it happens and why so many myths still surround it. We get into treatment options, what realistic expectations look like and the part that doesn't always make it into medical conversations: the emotional weight of living in skin that the world has opinions about. Whether you have vitiligo, love someone who does, or simply want to understand it better, this conversation is for you. Listen in! How To Reach Us: 📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com 📱 Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn: @adoseofhealththepodcast Connect With Dr Njeri📱 Instagram: @nissi_njeri Production by:  ⁨@artlightstudios⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCExzJc5JAozpNaqeqXa66PA] ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For advice specific to your health, always consult your physician. #Vitiligo #SkinHealth #SkinDeep #AutoimmuneDisease #SkinCondition #MentalHealthAwareness #skinconfidence #SkinPositivity #HealthEducation #LearnOnSpotify #AdoseofHealth

Period Problems: When Normal Isn't Normal With Dr. Kendi Kiogora

Painful periods, heavy bleeding, irregular cycles - most of us have dismissed these symptoms for years with "That's just how it is. Every woman goes through it." This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we're joining the global conversation on what it truly means to be #TogetherForAPeriodFriendlyWorld, and that starts with knowing the difference between what's common and what's actually normal. Dr. Kiogora helps us break down the period problems too many of us have been taught to push through: heavy and prolonged bleeding, debilitating cramps, irregular cycles, severe PMS and PMDD, and the conditions often hiding behind these symptoms: fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, and thyroid disorders. We also get into menstrual products (what we’re loving), navigating period symptoms at work, and how to advocate for yourself when your pain keeps getting minimised. A period-friendly world isn't just about access to products. It's about access to information. This one is for every woman who was told their pain is normal, to just cope. Listen in 🎧 How To Reach Us: 📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com 📱 Instagram & TikTok: @adoseofhealththepodcast Connect with our guest: 📱 IG & Tiktok: @kiogora_kendi LinkedIn: Kendi Kiogora Production by:  ⁨@artlightstudios⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCExzJc5JAozpNaqeqXa66PA] ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For advice specific to your health, always consult your physician. #MenstrualHygieneDay #TogetherForAPeriodFriendlyWorld #PeriodProblems #Endometriosis #Fibroids #Adenomyosis #MenstrualHealth #WomensHealth #PeriodPain #HormoneHealth #HealthEducation #LearnOnSpotify #ADoseOfHealth

What Your Doctor Wishes You’d Say & How to Describe Your Symptoms Better | EP 44

Your doctor is not here to judge you. But they do need you to tell them the truth. In this episode, Dr. Merl and Dr. Mitch join us to pull back the curtain on what really happens inside a consultation room - why doctors ask so many questions, what they're actually listening for and what happens to your care when the full story doesn't come out. From "sijui naskia aje" to "nikona kifua", we break down the most common ways patients describe symptoms, why vague doesn't mean unimportant and the one simple 4-question framework that can completely change the quality of your next doctor's visit. That detail you almost didn't mention? That's usually the one that matters most. We also get into the honest truth about lying to your doctor - why people do it, what doctors can usually tell and how omitting information (even small things) can lead to wrong diagnoses, unnecessary tests and delayed care. Whether you've ever downplayed your pain, skipped mentioning the herbal supplements or said "I'm fine" when you really weren't, this episode is for you. Listen in! How To Reach Us: 📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com 📱 Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn: @adoseofhealththepodcast Connect with our guests: 📱 Instagram: @3paedsinapod, @mitch_op Production by  ⁨@artlightstudios⁩  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCExzJc5JAozpNaqeqXa66PA] ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For advice specific to your health, always consult your physician. #DoctorPatientRelationship #HealthEducation #MedicalAdvice #SymptomsExplained #HonestWithYourDoctor #KenyanHealthcare #ADoseOfHealth #LearnOnSpotify #DoctorTalk #PatientCare

Health Trends We're Liking & Not Liking in 2026 With Dr. Tayo | EP 43

Across physical health, mental wellbeing, lifestyle, technology, policy and community life, there are meaningful shifts happening and many of them deserve recognition.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tayo to talk about the shifts, trends and moments in health and medicine that we’re liking and not liking. This conversation highlights the progress we are seeing: more open conversations about mental health, more awareness around prevention, better integration of technology in care and a growing understanding that health is not just individual but social, economic and political. It's light, fun and packed with things you'll want to try, share and think about. Listen in🎧 How To Reach Us: 📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com 📱 Instagram,TikTok & LinkedIn: @adoseofhealththepodcast Connect with our guest: Instagram &Tiktok: @double.o__ LinkedIn: Dr. Tayo Opakunle Production by: @artlight_studios ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your physician for advice specific to your health. #HealthTrends #MedicalInnovation #MentalHealth #HealthAndWellness #PreventiveHealth #HealthTech #ADoseOfHealth #LearnOnSpotify #HealthTrends2026