The Health Fix Podcast

Ep 613: Travel Health: Prevent Altitude Sickness, Fatigue & Travel Stress

In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause dives into the powerful connection between travel, cardiovascular wellness, stress reduction, hydration, blood sugar balance, and nervous system regulation. She also shares practical tips to help you prepare your body for high-altitude destinations, long travel days, increased physical activity, and the hidden stressors that can impact your health while traveling. Travel can be restorative for the body and mind and preparation matters. Dr. Jannine Krause shares simple ways to support your heart, nervous system, circulation, and energy so you can fully enjoy your travels without feeling depleted. Whether you're planning a relaxing getaway, an active adventure, or a bucket-list trip, this episode will help you travel smarter and feel better before, during, and after your vacation. What You'll Learn In This Episode: * The positive impact of travel on heart health * How high altitude affects the cardiovascular system * Signs your body may struggle with altitude acclimatization * Travel strategies for hydration and electrolyte balance * Why magnesium is essential for heart and nervous system health * How blood sugar swings impact energy, mood, and travel recovery * The role hormones can play in travel stress and recovery * Practical wellness habits for healthier travel experiences Resources From The Show: * Dr. Jannine Krause's Website [https://doctorjkrausend.com/] * The Cardiovascular Health Report [https://jannine-krause-ec9f.mykajabi.com/cardiovascular-health-report] - includes tips on how not to get sick while traveling!

Ep 612: The real story behind cardiovascular disease

Heart disease is NOT just a cholesterol problem. In this solo episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause dives into the overlooked root causes behind cardiovascular disease, elevated cholesterol, and why so many women in perimenopause and menopause are suddenly being pushed toward statins. If you've been told your cholesterol is high and immediately felt pressured into taking a statin, this episode will help you better understand the FULL picture of cardiovascular health. In This Episode You'll Learn: ✔️ Why LDL cholesterol is often misunderstood ✔️ How blood sugar dysfunction damages arteries ✔️ The connection between fatty liver disease and heart disease ✔️ Why hydration and blood viscosity matter ✔️ The role of lymphatic flow in circulation ✔️ Hormones, thyroid health, and cardiovascular risk ✔️ Natural approaches to supporting heart health ✔️ Micro-dosed GLP-1s, fiber, herbs, movement, and omega-3s ✔️ Why movement and lymphatic drainage are critical for circulation Dr. J also shares: • Her personal family history of heart disease • What she's seeing clinically in women over 40 • Why cholesterol elevations during menopause deserve a deeper look • The biggest mistakes she sees in cardiovascular care today Resources From The Show: Dr. J created a companion PDF guide that walks through her holistic cardiovascular support strategies, lymphatic drainage tools, heart-supportive nutrients, and lifestyle approaches she uses with clients in practice. ➡️ Download the FREE Wholistic Cardiovascular System Report PDF HERE [https://jannine-krause-ec9f.mykajabi.com/cardiovascular-health-report] Time Stamps from The Show: 00:00 Why women are being pushed toward statins 02:20 LDL cholesterol explained differently 06:20 Sticky blood, blood sugar & artery damage 08:50 Fatty liver disease and cardiovascular risk 15:00 Insulin resistance and sugar cravings 20:00 How liver congestion affects circulation 24:00 Lymphatic drainage and cardiovascular health 27:00 Blood viscosity, herbs & circulation support 35:00 Fiber, hormones & cholesterol metabolism 38:00 Magnesium, CoQ10 & heart-supportive herbs 42:00 Brain lymphatics, puffiness & acupuncture points 47:00 Red light therapy and lymphatic support 48:30 Micro-dosed GLP-1s and blood sugar balance 52:00 Sprint training and exercise for heart health 55:00 Family history, hormones & personalized prevention Supplements & Herbs Mentioned: • Magnesium • CoQ10 • Hawthorn Berry • Motherwort • Linden Flower • Omega-3s • Berberine • Red Yeast Rice • Garlic • Ginkgo • Dong Quai • Fiber • Tirzepatide • Retatrutide Connect with Dr. J: Instagram: @drjanninekrause

Ep 611: Changing the pain management approach with Mike Hammond

What if pain relief didn't require medications, injections, or invasive procedures? In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Mike Hammond to explore the groundbreaking world of Signal Relief technology, a non-invasive, drug-free approach designed to help reduce pain and inflammation by interacting with the body's electrical signaling system. Mike shares emotional real-life stories from people whose lives were transformed by this technology, explains the science behind neuro-capacitive coupling and microcurrent signaling, and discusses how innovations in frequency-based therapies may shape the future of pain management. If you struggle with chronic pain, inflammation, recovery issues, or are curious about alternative health technologies, this episode dives deep into a fascinating new frontier in wellness. In This Episode You'll Learn: * What Signal Relief technology is and how it works * The science behind microcurrent and electrical signaling in the body * How pain signals may be interrupted naturally without medication * Real stories of people experiencing life-changing pain relief * Why inflammation and nervous system dysregulation matter in chronic pain * How Eastern and Western medicine approaches can work together * The future of wearable pain management technology * Practical ways people are integrating Signal Relief into daily life About Mike Hammond Mike Hammond is passionate about advancing innovative, non-invasive pain management solutions through Signal Relief technology. His work focuses on helping people regain quality of life through wearable wellness technology designed to support the body's natural electrical communication systems. Resources From The Show: * Signal Relief Official Website - enter HEALTH26 for $ off [https://signalrelief.com/pages/about-us?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * How Signal Relief Technology Works [https://signalrelief.com/pages/get-started?utm_source=chatgpt.com] * Dr. Jannine Krause and The Health Fix Podcast [https://doctorjkrausend.com/]

Ep 610: Foot Pain Relief & The Foot-Total Body Health Connection with Dr. Don Kim

In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Dr. S. Don Kim, podiatrist and naturopathic physician with over 30 years of experience, to break down why foot pain becomes more common as we age and what you can do about it naturally. From hormonal shifts to changes in connective tissue and biomechanics, your feet go through a lot in midlife. Dr. Kim explains how your foot type (flat feet vs. high arches) impacts everything from posture to joint pain and why ignoring your feet can accelerate aging in the entire body. You'll also learn about his "Walking Cure" program, designed to gently rebuild strength, improve circulation, and reduce pain without aggressive exercise. Plus, we explore cutting-edge therapies like PRP, hyperbaric oxygen, and laser treatments that can help regenerate tissue and support long-term healing. If you want to stay active, mobile, and pain-free well into your 40s, 50s, and beyond this episode will give you a whole new way to think about your health from the ground up. What You'll Learn in This Episode * Why foot health is foundational to total body wellness * How to identify your foot type (and why it matters) * The biomechanics behind flat feet and high arches * Root causes of heel pain and plantar fasciitis * Holistic and regenerative approaches to healing * How the "Walking Cure" can improve mobility and longevity * Innovative therapies like PRP, hyperbaric oxygen, and laser treatments * The connection between chronic disease and foot dysfunction Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Don Kim 02:30 – Why foot health impacts your entire body 06:15 – Understanding foot types: flat feet vs high arches 12:40 – The real causes of heel pain 18:20 – Dr. Kim's "Walking Cure" explained 25:10 – Regenerative treatments beyond surgery 31:45 – PRP, hyperbaric oxygen & laser therapy 38:20 – Neuropathy, diabetes & foot health connection 44:00 – Practical tips to start healing your feet today About Dr. Don Kim Dr. S. Don Kim is a podiatrist and naturopathic physician with over three decades of experience. As Medical Director of Kim Foot & Ankle Centers since 1991, he has developed deep expertise in heel pain and mobility restoration. He is also the founder of K Wellness Center, where he integrates holistic therapies to address chronic conditions such as diabetes, neuropathy, and fatigue. Connect with Dr. Kim [https://kimfoot.com/meet-our-doctors/] Connect with Dr. Jannine Krause Website: https://doctorjkrausend.com/ [https://doctorjkrausend.com/]

Ep 609: Your Midlife Symptoms Have a Message for You, Are You Listening?

Do you find yourself feeling tired all the time, dealing with new aches and pains that pop up randomly and forming sentences is becoming more and more difficult with your brain fog? Sure you could blame it on low estrogen and getting older but what if it's a combo of aging, habits and lifestyle? In this solo podcast I'm breaking down why it gets harder to lie to yourself about your mid-life symptoms and how you can detect your lies in under 3 minutes a day using an HRV device called Elonga. I'm taking you into behind the scenes of my life and how I realized my tendecy to overbook myself is making my fatigue worse and frazzling my nervous system at the same time. If you're looking to discover your blind spots when it comes to fatigue, aches, pains, brain fog and aging you don't want to miss this show! What You'll Learn In This Episode: * The deeper meaning of midlife symptoms * Benefits of measuring heart rate variability (HRV) and stress recovery * Impact of lifestyle and travel on nervous system health * The role of adrenal glands and nervous system in aging * Practical strategies for managing stress and fatigue Resources From The Show: * Elonga HRV Device [https://elonga.com/en-us/?partner=DrJannineKrause] * NutriDyn Up Lift+ [https://nutridyn.com/r290-uplift-plus] - the drink I'm testing out to boost mood and energy levels * Get the summary report for "The Honest Nervous System Guide" from this podcast HERE [https://jannine-krause-ec9f.mykajabi.com/pl/2148780081]