Passion Love Pursuit Podcast

Everything Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Thyroid Health, Hypothyroidism, And Hashimoto's With McCall McPherson

Today's episode I am especially thrilled to share with you my guest that I had a personal interest talking to, but also to help many many women that struggle with our topic today. Everything thyroid health, but most specifically hypothyroidism and hasimotos...which millions suffer from today. My guest McCall McPherson, PA-C is a nationally recognized thyroid and hormone health expert, TEDx speaker, and founder of Modern Thyroid Clinic, Modern Weight Loss, and Thyroid Nation. A former thyroid patient herself, she has dedicated her career to fixing thyroid care worldwide by offering progressive treatments that go beyond standard protocols. Through her clinics, media features, and advocacy work, McCall has helped thousands finally feel like themselves again after years of mismanaged care. She believes that no one should still have thyroid symptoms—and she's made it her mission to ensure people get the treatment they deserve. McCall's work has earned national recognition, including being named to the Inc. 5000 and Inc. 500 Female Founders lists. This episode is especially meant for any woman or even man that has been battling their thyroid symptoms and feels misled or ignored. You no longer need to fight this battle alone. My guest will help guide you in finding the solution for your suffering and no longer will you need to do it alone. In this conversation we discuss: * How thyroid function affects fertility and pregnancy * Supporting Thyroid Function with Lifestyle Tools * Understanding Hashimoto's: Medication and Management * The Role of Thyroid Hormones in Overall Health * How our medical system is failing us and what should be done instead. For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/mccall-mcpherson/ [https://ericalippy.com/mccall-mcpherson/] Watch episode on YouTube [https://youtu.be/ZT7pJh2Js4c] Find our guest at: * McCall McPherson: Website, [https://mccallmcpherson.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mccallmcphersonpa] * Modern Thyroid Clinic [https://www.modernthyroidclinic.com/] Follow me on Social Media: * Your Host: @ericalippy [https://www.instagram.com/ericalippy] * Podcast: @passionlovepursuit [https://www.instagram.com/passionlovepursuit/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZEFrqqqIYZkx385BpuNxg] PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/ [https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/]

Healthy Gut: How To Restore Your Health By Healing Leaky Gut, Eliminating Inflammation, And Rebuilding Your Gut Microbiome With Dr. Vincent Pedre

Today's episode continues the season of health and wellness and this episode I believe is one that many of us can use some help in. I imagine many of you have set new goals for your health and your body. This episode is one of the most important for your health and immune system, that is our gut health. Our gut is at the foundation of all health and once we restore, repair, and rebuild our gut microbiome it will influence all aspects of our health. So whatever health setbacks you are having or symptoms you are experiencing, I believe this episode can help set you on the right path. My guest, Dr. Vincent M. Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and Founder of Dr. Pedre Wellness, Medical Advisor to health-tech start-ups, and a Functional Medicine-Certified Practitioner in private practice in New York City since 2004. He is also certified in yoga and Medical Acupuncture. With over two decades of experience in Western and Eastern medical traditions, he offers more than healthcare; he provides a personalized pathway to wellness. He believes the gut is the gateway to brilliant wellness. For this reason, he wrote the book, "Happy Gut—The Cleansing Program To Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy and Eliminate Pain" and THe Gut Smart Protocol— revitalize your health, boost your energy, and lose weight in just 14 days . He is also the founder of Happy Gut coffee, which is organic, mold free, low acid, and high antioxidant coffee bean In this episode we discuss: * The Difference between gut healing and gut health * Addressing Leaky Gut and Inflammation * The Power of Peptides in Gut Healing * Diversity: The Key to a Healthy Gut * The Impact of Stress and Antibiotics on Gut Health and more For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/dr-vincent-pedre2/ [https://ericalippy.com/dr-vincent-pedre2/] Watch episode on YouTube [https://youtu.be/NG4yKRR1Kq0] Find our guest at: * Dr. Vincent Pedre: Website, [https://pedremd.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drpedre/] * Happy Gut Coffee [https://happygutlife.com/products/happy-gut-coffee?selling_plan=3414556742&variant=41899712741446] * His supplements and programs [https://happygutlife.com/] * Grab his book [https://pedremd.com/happy-gut-book] Follow me on Social Media: * Your Host: @ericalippy [https://www.instagram.com/ericalippy] * Podcast: @passionlovepursuit [https://www.instagram.com/passionlovepursuit/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZEFrqqqIYZkx385BpuNxg] PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/ [https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/]

Modern Health Optimization: Treating The Cause, Not Just The Symptoms For Optimal Health With Adam Woodlard

As I have said in the previous episodes, if your health and wellness isn't at the top of the list of things to dial in this year then you are really selling yourself short. I believe that if we want to accomplish our goals, feel our best, and have the energy to do what we love… we must nurture our health and wellbeing first. It's a non- negotiable, because eventually the signs and signals your body is telling you will only get louder and no longer will you be able to ignore it. In today's episode, we focus on the importance of questioning why you don't feel your very best and exactly what you can do to get clear and actionable advice and direction of how to change that. Welcome Adam Woolard on the show. He is a biohacking advocate and hormone health expert working with Blokes & Joi to help others reclaim their physical and mental wellness through peptide therapy, personalized supplementation, and holistic lifestyle tools. Adam's approach to health and wellness goes beyond just treating symptoms; it's about addressing the root causes and fostering holistic well-being. In todays episode we discuss: * Hormone Health: The Importance of Diet and Exercise * Factors Affecting Testosterone Levels * Lifestyle Changes for Optimal Health * The Importance of Comprehensive Blood Work * Peptides in Health and Wellness * The Role of B Vitamins in Energy and Metabolism and more For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/adam-woodlard/ [https://ericalippy.com/adam-woodlard/] Watch episode on YouTube [https://youtu.be/YWGzzDhpWRo] Find our guest at: * Adam Woolard: Website, [https://joiandblokes.com/erical] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/admandew/] * Joi And Blokes [https://glnk.io/qv956/ercial]: Discount Code: ERICAL; Offer: 50% off labs + 20% off all products Follow me on Social Media: * Your Host: @ericalippy [https://www.instagram.com/ericalippy] * Podcast: @passionlovepursuit [https://www.instagram.com/passionlovepursuit/] * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZEFrqqqIYZkx385BpuNxg] PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/ [https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/]

Forget Motivation: How To ACTUALLY Build A Health And Fitness Routine That Works For Your Lifestyle With Co-Founder Of BODI, Carl Daikeler

We are still in the first month of the New Year, which I wanted to keep our focus on health and wellness, because I believe this should be one of the cornerstones we put our attention towards. Not just because it's the beginning of a New Year, but because truly when you feel your best it reflects in ALL areas of your life. This episode though is especially for the ones that find it hard to keep a routine, that maybe fitness and nutrition is one area your struggle in maintaining, or simply for that person that is committed to making this year the year you take ownership of your health and wellbeing. My guest today is Carl Daikler, the co-founder and CEO of BODi [https://www.bodi.com/], formerly Beachbody, a pioneer in at-home fitness and nutrition for over 25 years. A direct marketing expert turned wellness entrepreneur, Carl created the breakout hit :08 Minute Abs before building one of the industry's most comprehensive libraries of fitness and nutrition content, including over 140 unique programs including P90X and Insanity from world-renowned "Super Trainer" experts. Under his leadership, BODi evolved from Beachbody, reflecting a shift from appearance-focused goals to holistic health. He spearheaded innovations like Shakeology®, one of the leading superfood supplements, and built one of the earliest social-influencer and affiliate networks to drive growth and community support. In today's episode we discuss: * How Microdose fitness can be a game changer for those with time constraints * Setting up a routine for success in fitness * The role nutrition plays and hacks to help you with the subtle changes that make a big difference * Lifestyle changes that are essential for long-term health benefits * Making our goals visible to help maintain focus and motivation * How to develop consistency Overcoming personal struggles in maintaining a workout routine For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/carl-daikeler/ [https://ericalippy.com/carl-daikeler/] Watch episode on YouTube [https://youtu.be/n8Kyw99yMWo] Guest: Carl Daikeler: Website [https://www.bodi.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/carldaikeler/], BODi Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/bodi/] * Get start with BODi programs [https://www.bodi.com/] * Shakeology [https://www.bodi.com/us/en/c/supplements/shakeology] supplements Follow me on Social Media: * Listen on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZEFrqqqIYZkx385BpuNxg] * Your Host: @ericalippy [https://www.instagram.com/ericalippy] * Podcast: @passionlovepursuit [https://www.instagram.com/passionlovepursuit/] PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/ [https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/]

Why Diets Fail: Build A Sustainable Lifestyle Plan To Stay Lean, Feel Great, And Look Your Very Best Again With Sarah Wragge

For today's episode. As I do every New year, I like to start off the new season with a focus on health and wellness; because if you are like me and I find most people, that is what we put on our top priority list for our New Year goals. So today I welcome on Sarah Wragge [https://www.instagram.com/sarahwraggewellness/], Founder and CEO, Sarah Wragge Wellness. Sarah is the founder of Sarah Wragge Wellness [https://sarahwragge.com/], a dynamic wellness brand born from her own transformative health journey. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at 18, Sarah traded martinis and late nights for sweat sessions and green juice, ultimately becoming known as "The Sweat Worker." What began with pantry cleanouts and meal prep has evolved into a high-impact coaching platform that serves celebrities, executives, and everyday individuals alike. At the heart of her method is a five-pillar system rooted in action; each step is something clients do, driving real, sustainable change through habit-forming routines and functional health principles. This episode is packed with the foundational principles everyone needs to have as a holistic approach to health and wellness. So whether you are looking to lose fat, stay lean, feel great and energized…this episode is for you to help create a sustainable lifestyle plan to feel your very best this year. In today's episode we discuss: * Building a Sustainable Lifestyle * How to use food as medicine * Essential Nutrients for Health we should not slack on * Utilizing GLP Medications Effectively * Building a Balanced Plate for Optimal Health * Blood Sugar Balance: Key to Wellness * Common Health Sabotages and Solutions For full show notes and episode resources head to: https://ericalippy.com/sarah-wragge/ [https://ericalippy.com/sarah-wragge/] Watch episode on YouTube [https://youtu.be/6pvk0bpIJtQ] Episode mentions: Listen here [https://youtu.be/0RkXW1nsseA?si=W46Os1oQxvI3TAY7] to final episode of 2025 Download 'My Intentional Year' HERE [http://eepurl.com/igtdyD] * Guest: Sarah Wragge | Website [https://sarahwragge.com/] , Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sarahwraggewellness/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/Sarah-Wragge/100068621586924/] * The SWW MEthod Program [https://sarahwragge.com/products/the-sww-method] * All products of SWW [https://sarahwragge.com/collections/sww-products] Follow me on Social Media: * Listen on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZEFrqqqIYZkx385BpuNxg] * Your Host: @ericalippy [https://www.instagram.com/ericalippy] * Podcast: @passionlovepursuit [https://www.instagram.com/passionlovepursuit/] PASSION LOVE PURSUIT PODCASTS: https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/ [https://ericalippy.com/the-podcast/]