The Integrative Health Podcast with Dr. Jen

Why Progesterone Is The Most Overlooked Hormone In Women’s Health

When most people think about hormone balance, they think about estrogen. But according to pharmacist and hormone expert Carol Petersen, progesterone may be the hormone women need most—and the one most often overlooked. In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Carol to discuss the critical role progesterone plays in perimenopause, menopause, PMS, heavy menstrual bleeding, fertility, sleep, mood, and nervous system health. They explore why progesterone deficiency often begins long before menopause, how chronic stress impacts hormone production, and why many women are being undertreated or improperly balanced with hormone therapy. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on bioidentical hormones and what true hormone balance really looks like. Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP, is a compounding pharmacist, certified nutritional practitioner, and founder of The Wellness by Design Project. With more than three decades of experience specializing in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, Carol has become a respected voice in women’s health and personalized medicine. Through education, coaching, writing, and clinical consultation, she helps women better understand hormone balance, navigate perimenopause and menopause, and make informed decisions about their health. This Episode is brought to you by Zeolite: Zeocharge is a "smart binder" made from supercharged zeolite powder, designed to help naturally remove unwanted toxins—like heavy metals and microtoxins—without stripping away the essential nutrients you need to thrive. Support your overworked system and find an exclusive discount for our listeners at: zeolitelabs.com/zeolitediscount Website: https://thewellnessbydesignproject.com [https://thewellnessbydesignproject.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolpetersen17 [https://www.instagram.com/carolpetersen17] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WellnessCarol [https://www.facebook.com/WellnessCarol] Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ai0M1ZIgucAOjCdSypvVv [https://open.spotify.com/show/4Ai0M1ZIgucAOjCdSypvVv] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewellnessbydesignproject [https://www.youtube.com/@thewellnessbydesignproject]   PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ [https://healthybydrjen.shop/] CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites [https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites] FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed]integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom [https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom] FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

Tick Season Is Here: How To Protect Yourself And Your Family

Tick-borne illnesses are becoming more common across the United States, and many families are unsure how concerned they should be. In this solo episode, Dr. Jen breaks down what you need to know about Lyme disease, Alpha-Gal Syndrome, Powassan virus, and practical tick prevention strategies. She shares the latest concerns surrounding tick-borne infections, explains why immune health plays a critical role in prevention and recovery, and offers actionable tips for protecting yourself and your family. Most importantly, Dr. Jen encourages listeners to approach these risks with preparation and knowledge rather than fear, emphasizing the importance of building a resilient immune system and having a plan before a tick bite happens. PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ [https://healthybydrjen.shop/] CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites [https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites] FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed]integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom [https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom] FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

How Integrative Medicine Helps Solve Chronic Illness

What if the biggest problem in healthcare isn’t a lack of treatments—but a lack of tools? In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Dr. Eric Born, President of the International College of Integrative Medicine (ICIM), to discuss why conventional medicine often struggles with chronic disease and how integrative medicine offers a more complete path forward. They explore root-cause medicine, gut health, food sensitivities, toxins, chelation therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, regenerative medicine, and the importance of treating the whole person. Dr. Born also shares the history and mission of ICIM, a community of forward-thinking practitioners dedicated to helping patients heal through practical, evidence-informed approaches that can be applied immediately in clinical practice.  Dr. Eric Born, DO, is a pioneer in integrative and functional medicine and currently serves as President of the International College of Integrative Medicine (ICIM). With more than 35 years of clinical experience, he has dedicated his career to helping patients uncover the root causes of chronic illness through a blend of conventional medicine and advanced integrative therapies. His expertise includes chelation therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, regenerative medicine, environmental medicine, and preventive healthcare. Through his leadership, teaching, and clinical practice, Dr. Born continues to advance the field of patient-centered, root-cause medicine. Website: https://bornintegrativemedicinemi.com [https://bornintegrativemedicinemi.com/] PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ [https://healthybydrjen.shop/] CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites [https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites] FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed]integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom [https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom] FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

How PRP and Prolotherapy Help the Body Heal

Regenerative medicine is not just about treating pain, it is about helping the body remember how to heal. In this episode, Dr. Jen speaks with Dr. Ann Auburn about osteopathic manipulative medicine, craniosacral therapy, prolotherapy, PRP, and natural aesthetic treatments that support healing from the inside out. They discuss how structural imbalances can create chronic pain, why ligaments and fascia matter, how regenerative injections stimulate repair, and how PRP can be used for skin rejuvenation without synthetic fillers. This conversation offers a practical look at natural tools for pain, movement, aging, and whole-body resilience.  Dr. Ann Auburn, DO, is a board-certified osteopathic physician and founder of the Natural Health Improvement Center in West Michigan. With more than three decades of clinical experience, she specializes in osteopathic manipulative medicine, craniosacral therapy, prolotherapy, PRP, and integrative approaches to chronic pain and healing. Through her clinical work, teaching, and leadership, Dr. Auburn helps patients restore function, reduce pain, and support the body’s innate ability to heal naturally.  Website: https://www.nhicwestmi.com [https://www.nhicwestmi.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nhicwestmi [https://www.instagram.com/nhicwestmi] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NHIC.Michigan [https://www.facebook.com/NHIC.Michigan]   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nhicwestmi [https://www.youtube.com/@nhicwestmi]   PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ [https://healthybydrjen.shop/] CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites [https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites] FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed]integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom [https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom] FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

Biomagnetism: The Missing Energy Tool for Healing

Biomagnetism may sound unusual at first, but Dr. Luis Garcia believes it is one of the missing tools for restoring balance in a stressed, toxic, and EMF-heavy world. In this episode, Dr. Jen speaks with Dr. Garcia about how strategic pairs of magnets may help support homeostasis, pH balance, inflammation, detoxification, and cellular energy. They discuss how magnetic fields interact with the body, why modern environments may deplete our natural magnetic charge, and how biomagnetism differs from grounding, magnetic jewelry, and other frequency-based tools. This conversation offers a fascinating look at energy medicine, magnetism, and the body’s innate ability to return to balance.  Dr. Luis F. Garcia is a conventional medical doctor turned holistic practitioner and educator specializing in biomagnetism. After earning his medical degree in Colombia and serving as a medical clinic director, he began exploring integrative tools beyond conventional prescriptions, including ozone, IV therapies, neurofeedback, acupuncture, homeopathy, and biomagnetism. As the founder of Biomagnetism and Beyond, Dr. Garcia teaches practitioners worldwide how to use magnetism, pH balance, and energy medicine to support the body’s natural healing capacity. Website: https://drgarciabiomagnetism.com [https://drgarciabiomagnetism.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGarciaBiomagnetism [https://www.facebook.com/DrGarciaBiomagnetism] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgarciabiomagnetism [https://www.instagram.com/drgarciabiomagnetism] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dr-garcia-biomagnetism [https://www.linkedin.com/company/dr-garcia-biomagnetism]   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGfG5Wc9SGhbG-o5p6Xhag [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFGfG5Wc9SGhbG-o5p6Xhag]  PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ [https://healthybydrjen.shop/] CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites [https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites] FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed] Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ [https://www.facebook.com/pflegmed]integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom [https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom] FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.