Itchy and Bitchy
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Nurse practitioner Karen Nickell discusses the realities of menopause and the female midlife in a way that is both informative and fun.
Itchy and Bitchy
2d ago
Karen discusses the importance of at-home testing and goes on a rant about providers who dismiss them (and their patients) out-of-hand.
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Itchy and Bitchy
3w ago
Karen discusses recent research on the benefits of apple cider vinegar for weight loss. The study found that consuming up to one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar daily for 12 weeks led to an average weight loss of 15 pounds. Listen on for more!
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Itchy and Bitchy
1M ago
Karen discusses practical strategies for overcoming stubborn weight loss challenges, particularly during perimenopause. She delves into the nuances of balancing diet and exercise, explains the importance of mixing cardio with weight resistance, and addresses common dietary misconceptions.
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Itchy and Bitchy
1M ago
Karen answers the question: "What type of magnesium should I take if I decide to take a supplement?" She explains magnesium's essential role in health, touching on its benefits for brain, heart, and muscle function, and highlights the widespread issue of magnesium deficiency, often due to processed food diets.
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Itchy and Bitchy
2M ago
Karen discusses sacropenia (loss of muscle and strength) and ways to combat it.
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Itchy and Bitchy
2M ago
Karen discusses heavy metal exposure and its link to earlier menopause in middle-aged women.
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Itchy and Bitchy
3M ago
Karen shares some tips for keeping your thyroid healthy.
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Itchy and Bitchy
3M ago
As we enter the holiday season, Karen discusses a condition that can be more likely to occur this time of year: holiday heart syndrome.
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Itchy and Bitchy
3M ago
Karen discusses how to prevent and treat dark facial spots called Melasma.
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Itchy and Bitchy
3M ago
Do you struggle to keep your nails from chipping and tearing? Karen discusses several methods for helping to keep your nails hard and healthy.
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