Serotonin: The Gut-Brain Secret

Serotonin: The Gut-Brain Secret

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/fan_mail/new] Most people think serotonin comes from the brain. It doesn't. In fact, approximately 95% of the body's serotonin is produced in the gut. In this episode of the Stable Health Podcast, Sharon explores the fascinating connection between the gut and the brain, explaining how the gut's nervous system communicates with the brain through the vagus nerve and why changes in digestion, sleep, stress, and nutrition can influence mood, focus, and emotional well-being. This isn't wellness hype or alternative medicine. It's the science of the gut-brain axis—one of the fastest-growing areas of research in neuroscience and gastroenterology. If you've ever wondered why stress affects your stomach, why poor sleep impacts your mood, or why your digestive health matters far beyond digestion, this conversation is for you. Stay stable. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/support] All content is synthesized from peer-reviewed clinical evidence and reviewed by Stable Health Care Services. It does not constitute personalized medical advice.

Your Summer Gut-Brain Reset - Six Things to Do Right Now

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/fan_mail/new] Summer is supposed to feel good. But between travel, disrupted routines, dehydration, late nights, alcohol, and changes in what we eat, summer can quietly throw both the gut and the brain off balance. In this episode of the Stable Health Podcast, Sharon shares six simple, evidence-informed strategies to help protect your gut-brain connection throughout the summer months. From hydration and fiber intake to fermented foods, sleep timing, alcohol reduction, and nervous system regulation, this practical checklist focuses on small habits that can make a meaningful difference in digestion, mood, energy, and overall well-being. No complicated protocols. No expensive supplements. Just simple actions you can start today. Because your gut isn't looking for perfection. It's looking for consistency. Listen now and give your gut and brain the support they deserve this summer. Stay stable. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/support] All content is synthesized from peer-reviewed clinical evidence and reviewed by Stable Health Care Services. It does not constitute personalized medical advice.

Brain Health: Basics Over Supplements

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/fan_mail/new] Before you spend money on another brain supplement, it’s worth asking a simple question: What actually works? In this episode of the Stable Health Podcast, Sharon breaks down the five most evidence-supported strategies for protecting brain health, improving memory, and supporting cognitive function as you age. From sleep and exercise to nutrition, laboratory testing, and social connection, this conversation cuts through the marketing noise and focuses on what science consistently shows makes the biggest difference. If you're interested in brain health, memory, longevity, and cognitive performance, this episode will help you separate proven fundamentals from expensive promises. Because the strongest foundation for a healthy brain isn't found in a bottle—it's built through daily habits. Listen now and discover what your brain truly needs to thrive. Stay stable. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/support] All content is synthesized from peer-reviewed clinical evidence and reviewed by Stable Health Care Services. It does not constitute personalized medical advice.

Thyroid & Women: Answering Your Critical Questions (Part 4)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/fan_mail/new] In this Q&A-style episode of The Thyroid Series, Sharon explores the powerful connection between thyroid health and women’s hormonal health through some of the most common real-world questions women ask about their symptoms, lab results, pregnancy, postpartum changes, and perimenopause. From Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and “normal” TSH levels to postpartum thyroiditis and hormone fluctuations during perimenopause, this conversation breaks down why thyroid disease is so often overlooked, delayed, or misattributed in women. Sharon explains: *  Why women are significantly more likely to develop thyroid disease  *  how pregnancy and postpartum changes can impact thyroid function  *  why thyroid symptoms are frequently mistaken for anxiety, stress, or hormonal shifts  *  and why thyroid testing deserves a larger role in women’s healthcare conversations  Grounded, compassionate, and clinically informed, this episode highlights the overlap among thyroid function, immune health, reproductive hormones, mood, metabolism, and energy—while encouraging women to advocate for a more comprehensive evaluation when symptoms persist. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused by your labs, or unsure whether your symptoms were hormonal, thyroid-related, or both, this conversation is for you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/support] All content is synthesized from peer-reviewed clinical evidence and reviewed by Stable Health Care Services. It does not constitute personalized medical advice.

Hyperthyroidism: The Body on Overdrive (Part 3)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/fan_mail/new] In this episode of The Thyroid Series, Sharon explores hyperthyroidism, the condition in which the thyroid produces too much hormone, pushing the body into overdrive. From racing heartbeats and unexplained weight loss to heat intolerance, anxiety, tremors, insomnia, and excessive sweating, hyperthyroidism often disguises itself as stress, panic, burnout, or even hormonal changes. As a result, many people go undiagnosed for months or years before thyroid testing reveals the true cause. Sharon breaks down how hyperthyroidism affects the body, the role of Graves’ disease and other causes of excess thyroid hormone, and why summer heat can intensify symptoms in ways that feel frightening or overwhelming. This episode also explores the cardiovascular impact of untreated hyperthyroidism, including palpitations and atrial fibrillation risk, while walking listeners through common diagnostic testing and treatment options. Grounded, practical, and clinically informed, this conversation highlights how an overactive thyroid can quietly disrupt nearly every system in the body, especially when symptoms are mistaken for something else. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2591215/support] All content is synthesized from peer-reviewed clinical evidence and reviewed by Stable Health Care Services. It does not constitute personalized medical advice.