Headed to Healthier | Expert Health Advice, Managing Your Health

What Every Woman Should Know About Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is something I hear about all the time—especially from women who aren’t sure if it’s something to worry about or just “part of getting older.” In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shawn Johnson to break it down in a practical, easy-to-understand way. We talk about the most common causes of shoulder pain in women, what’s often overlooked, and when it’s time to get it checked out. She also shares what you can do before jumping to surgery, and what actually helps. If you’ve been dealing with shoulder discomfort, limited movement, or just wondering what’s normal… this episode is for you. ----- Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/]   How to find Dr. Johnson: https://www.drshawnmdortho.com/ [https://www.drshawnmdortho.com/]    If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcast! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I’ll be right here next week!

The Right Way to Get Off Medication...and Stay Healthy

Many people want to come off medications—but doing it the wrong way can actually do more harm than good. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lola Ashaye, a board-certified Family and Lifestyle Medicine physician and founder of InTouch Primary Care. We talk about how to approach your health with intention, not extremes. This conversation is all about doing things the right way—so you can feel better, stay safe, and build long-term health. We cover: * Why stopping medications on your own can be risky * The importance of working with a trained physician * When medications may still play a necessary role * How to track your progress and know what’s actually working * A better way to think about long-term health If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to be off meds,” this episode will help you take a smarter, safer approach. **Connect with Dr. Ashaye** Website: https://intouchprimarycare.com [https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fintouchprimarycare.com&user_uuid=b809d05b-1de9-42bc-b1a4-db86973f0457&stage=1&hmac=9feae15e357a6f44b666c9847dfe899c9bda9a95dfe38fb3652c2dcd9e091014] Instagram: @intouchprimary Facebook: @lolaashaye and @InTouchPrimary LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Ashaye Youtube: @intouchprimarycare

One Minute Still Counts: Making Movement Doable

What if movement didn’t have to be perfect to matter? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sara Ionescu — board-certified family medicine physician, movement coach, and mom of five — to talk about making movement simple, realistic, and sustainable. We discuss: * Why even one minute of movement counts * How consistency beats intensity every time * The mental and emotional benefits of daily movement * Practical ways to fit movement into a busy life * How to start small and build momentum over time If you’ve ever felt like exercise has to be all-or-nothing, this conversation will shift your perspective. Small action. Done consistently. Leads to massive transformation. Connect with Dr. Sara: Website: drsaraionescu.com [http://drsaraionescu.com/] Instagram: @drsaraionescu YouTube: @DrSaraIonescu Facebook: facebook.com/drsaraionescu [http://facebook.com/drsaraionescu] LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu [http://linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu] Here's a link to the free 30 minute consult she mentioned: https://calendly.com/drsaraionescu/30min [https://calendly.com/drsaraionescu/30min]

Cardiovascular Prevention for Midlife Women

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Traci DeSplinter to talk about proactive ways midlife women can prevent cardiovascular disease before it starts. We discuss how hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause affect heart risk, the most important labs and screenings to consider, and the daily habits that truly move the needle. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and want to protect your heart long-term — without overwhelm — this conversation will help you focus on what actually matters. Connect with Dr. DeSplinter www.tracidesplintermd.com [http://www.tracidesplintermd.com] https://www.facebook.com/TraciDeSplinterMD [https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FTraciDeSplinterMD&user_uuid=b809d05b-1de9-42bc-b1a4-db86973f0457&stage=1&hmac=65872c9ac0f8a21f1e5dce18ad426850697efa250f6e2d6ddf7bacf754c7e05e] https://www.instagram.com/tracidesplintermd/ [https://calendly.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Ftracidesplintermd%2F&user_uuid=b809d05b-1de9-42bc-b1a4-db86973f0457&stage=1&hmac=eeb93c44ea762cfe3f0a6357223b207b42d57c052c0f79f6358aff092ba87b36]   If you want a place to track your health and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner [http://healthierplanner.com] — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now [http://healthierplanner.com] and make this your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode.  Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/] If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!

5 Practical Ways to Protect Your Heart

February is American Heart Month — and heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States. The good news? Much of it is preventable. In this episode, I share five practical, realistic steps you can take to improve your heart health starting today. No extremes. No overwhelm. Just simple habits that make a real difference over time. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, these foundational strategies matter. If you want a place to track your health and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner [http://healthierplanner.com] — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now [http://healthierplanner.com] and start your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode.  Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/] If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!