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Episode 34: Gut Health with Kaveh Hoda, MD

Send a textIn this episode of The Gynarchy Podcast, we talk with gastroenterologist and host of the House of Pod podcast, Dr. Kaveh Hoda, aka “fiber zaddy”, about gut health, the microbiome, and how to have a healthy digestive system without a fear of food. We cover practical strategies for improving gut health, common GI issues, and why certain trendy tests and detoxes may not be worth your time.Dr. Hoda explains what makes a gut healthy, why fiber is essential, and how diet shapes the microbiome. He shares insights on the rising rates of colon cancer, red flags you should never ignore, and how to balance a diet that supports your gut while still enjoying food.Topics we cover in this episode:RFK Jr.’s new upside-down food pyramid vs. MyPlate and the ongoing saturated fat debateHow low-fiber diets can cause diverticula and other issues in the colonWhat defines a healthy gut and why microbial diversity mattersStrategies to improve gut health: fiber, hydration, plant-based foods, and fermented foodsPros and cons of probiotics, microbiome testing, and trendy detoxesGender differences in the gutThe most common gastrointestinal issuesRed flags that require medical evaluationRising rates of colon cancer in younger adults and potential contributing factorsDr. Hoda’s top tips for gut healthTune in on Monday, March 9, and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all of our episodes.Connect with Dr. Kaveh Hoda:Instagram:The House of Pod (@thehouseofpod) • Instagram profileTikTok:The House of Pod on TikTokBluesky:The House of Pod (@kavehmd.bsky.social)X:Kaveh MD is on Blooski (@thehouseofpod) on XApple Podcasts:The House of PodSpotify:The House of Pod___The Gynarchy Podcast is avaiSupport the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌ Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchy TikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchy Newsletter sign up Website: www.thegynarchypodcast.com ‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education ______ Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We...

Episode 33: The New Rules for Women’s Health with Meghan Rabbitt

Send a textWelcome to Season 4 of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with award-winning health journalist and author Meghan Rabbitt about how women can better understand, advocate for, and take charge of their health.In Episode 33: The New Rules for Women’s Health, Meghan draws from her decades of experience covering women’s health and her new book, The New Rules of Women’s Health: Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age, to discuss why women have been historically overlooked in medical research, how misinformation spreads in women’s health spaces, and what women need to know to make informed decisions about their bodies and care.Here are some of the topics we discuss:What are “the new rules” of women’s health?Why “male default” medicine harms women and the importance of sex-specific medical researchThe rise of medical misinformation and health influencers in social mediaHow to identify credible sources and evaluate health information on your ownHighlights from The New Rules of Women’s Health bookHow women can become more informed, active participants in their healthcareMaking the most of short doctors’ appointmentsReducing shame and breaking taboos about discussing women’s bodies and healthHow pregnancy can affect your health postpartum and beyondHelpful tips to optimize your healthTune in on Monday, February 23, and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Meghan Rabbitt:Website: The New Rules of Women’s Health - Meghan RabbittInstagram:Meghan Rabbitt (@meghanrabbitt) • Instagram profile — Follow Us for Updates: Bluesky: @‌thegynarchy  (thegynarchy.bsky.social)Instagram: @‌thegynarchy   (The Gynarchy Podcast (@thegynarchy) • Instagram profile )TikTok: @‌thegynarchy  (thegynarchy on TikTok )YouTube: @‌thegynarchy  (The GynarchSupport the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌ Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchy TikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchy Newsletter sign up Website: www.thegynarchypodcast.com ‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education ______ Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We...

Episode 32: Healthy Relationships with Holly Wood, PhD

Send a textWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with licensed marriage and family therapist, and AASECT certified sex therapist, Dr. Holly Wood about healthy romantic relationships.In”Episode 32: Healthy Relationships”, Dr. Wood shares her expertise in relationships, sexual wellness, and trauma recovery and discusses what makes a relationship truly healthy, particularly focusing on safety, communication, having boundaries, and intimacy.Here are some of the topics we discuss:What defines a healthy romantic relationshipRecognizing red flags: disrespect, emotional invalidation, manipulation, causing harmConflict resolution and communication strategiesCan you recover from infidelity?Household labor and how to create equitable / fair relationshipsHow to maintain a healthy relationship long-termSexual mismatchBoundaries and maintaining your individual identity while in a relationshipTips on navigating your relationship while parenting Tune in on Monday, December 8 and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Dr. Holly Wood:Website:The Holly Wood Sexologist | Orange County Sex Therapist | OC California, USAYouTube:Dr. Holly Wood PhD, LMFT, CSTInstagram:Dr. Holly Wood (@drhollywoodphd) • Instagram profile —Support the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌ Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchy TikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchy Newsletter sign up Website: www.thegynarchypodcast.com ‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education ______ Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We...

Episode 31: Sexual Harassment with Arghavan Salles, MD, PhD

Send a textWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with Dr. Arghavan Salles, a surgeon, researcher, and national leader in diversity, inclusion, and equity, on the topic of sexual harassment In “Episode 31: Sexual Harassment”, Dr. Salles brings her unique perspective having studied gender bias and stereotypes during her surgical training and also as an NIH-funded researcher to discuss how sexual harassment contributes to gender inequity in medicine, academia, and in greater society in general.Here are some of the topics we discuss:Dr. Salles discusses her background and research in gender-based issues during her surgical and post doctoral trainingHow the #MeToo movement sparked change… and a backlashHow rape culture contributes to abuse and victim blamingUnderstanding what constitutes sexual harassmentWhy healthcare and medicine have a sexual harassment problemThe negative impacts of sexual harassment on the workplace and on individualsAdvice for those experiencing or observing sexual harassment Tune in on Monday, November 24 and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Dr. Arghavan Salles:Bluesky:Arghavan Salles, MD, PhD (@arghavansallesmd.medsky.social)Instagram:Arghavan Salles, MD PhD (@arghavansallesmd) • Instagram profileTikTok:Dr. Arghavan Salles on TikTokLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/arghavan-salles-10529b10/— Follow Us for Updates:Bluesky: @‌thegynarchy  (thegynarchy.bsky.social)Instagram: @‌thegynarchy   (Instagram (@undefined) )TikTok: @‌thegynarchy  (thegynarchy on TikTok )YouTube: @‌thegynarchy  (The Gynarchy )Facebook: @‌thegynarchypodcast  (Support the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌ Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchy TikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchy Newsletter sign up Website: www.thegynarchypodcast.com ‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education ______ Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We...

Episode 30: Egg Freezing with Aimee Eyvazzadeh, MD

Send a textWelcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I’m speaking with ob/gyn, fertility specialist, and host of The Egg Whisperer Show, Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh, about the growing trend of egg freezing as a fertility preservation option. In “Episode 30: Egg Freezing”, Dr. Eyvazzadeh explains what egg freezing is and how it works, while also debunking some common myths and misconceptions.  We also examine the narratives around women’s fertility, including societal pressures with regards to career and family, and the importance of considering women’s (and men’s) biological clocks with regards to fertility planning.Here are some of the topics we discuss:What is egg freezing?An outline of the process and potential risksAre there any long term risks?Who should consider egg freezing and whenHow to assess your fertility statusImpact of age on egg quantity, quality, and success ratesEgg and sperm health with ageMyths created by older celebrities and their misleading fertility successes Tune in on Monday, November 10th and make sure to subscribe and stay updated on all our episodes.Where to connect with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh:Website:Home - https://eggwhisperer.com/YouTube:Egg Whisperer Show - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4w20dXVKYd9A81PTNkyzXQPodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-egg-whisperer-show/id1253210160Instagram:Instagram (@undefined) Facebook:Dr Aimee Eyvazzadeh | San Ramon CA—Follow Us for Updates:Bluesky: @‌thegynarchy  (thegynarchy.bsky.social)Instagram: @‌thegynarchy   (Instagram (@undefined) )TikTok: @‌thegynarchy  (Support the showThe Gynarchy Podcast is available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms. Follow Us for Updates:‌ Bluesky: @thegynarchy Instagram: @thegynarchy TikTok: @thegynarchy YouTube: @thegynarchy Newsletter sign up Website: www.thegynarchypodcast.com ‌Earn FREE CE/CME credit for listening to our episodes by joining the Learn at Pinnacle app: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education ______ Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Inclusivity statement: The Gynarchy is created for an audience of girls, women, and those assigned female at birth with a focus on their health and experiences. For ease of storytelling we often use she/her pronouns, however the Gynarchy is committed to inclusivity of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We...