In this episode, Valeria sits down to chat with Dr. Amy Shah, aka @fastingmd. Dr. Shah is a renowned MD that specializes in nutrition and works in clinical medicine, allergy, and immunology.
In this episode, Valeria sits down to chat with Dr. Amy Shah, aka @fastingmd. Dr. Shah is a renowned MD that specializes in nutrition and works in clinical medicine, allergy, and immunology. Together, they explore the importance of understanding female hormonal fluctuations, the vital role of gut health, and how women’s health has been historically under-researched. Dr. Shah shares actionable insights on circadian rhythm fasting, the benefits of gut-brain connectivity, and her 30-30-3 diet rule, along with essential supplements and stress management strategies. This empowering conversation provides practical advice to help women take charge of their health and begin a journey toward holistic healing.
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00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey
02:24 The Gap in Women's Health Research
04:20 Challenges in Medical Studies
06:12 The Rise of Social Media and Books
06:51 Intermittent Fasting for Women
12:33 Gut-Brain Connection
21:11 Practical Tips for Women's Health
30:45 The Impact of Fasting on Heart Health
31:30 The Rise of Preventative Health Awareness
32:01 Cancer and Obesity: Unsolved Mysteries
32:57 Nutrition and Cancer: What We Know
34:28 Managing Stress and Recovery for Women
39:51 Navigating Body Image in the Social Media Age
45:24 Preparing for Menopause: Early Steps
50:13 Exercise and Longevity: A New Perspective
52:09 Preventing Burnout: Practical Tips
54:45 Back to Basics: Foundational Health Tips
57:11 Final Thoughts and Resources
Dr. Amy Shah is an MD and nutrition specialist. She works in clinical medicine, allergy/immunology, and over the last 10 years has developed a world-renowned wellness education platform, successfully launched a growing collection of health and wellness products, written bestselling books, including I’m So Effing Hungry and I’m So Effing Tired, and has made numerous national network appearances. She works to discover less invasive interventions, promote wellness, and teach others how to impact their health via nutrition and exercise -- using medication as a last resort. Her goal is to empower people to “save themselves” through nutrition and lifestyle changes.