Buckle up for a mind-blowing episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about thyroid health. We’re joined by internationally renowned functional medicine expert, Dr. Eric Balcavage, co-author of The Thyroid Debacle and host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Eric delivers a radically different approach to thyroid care, one that focuses less on managing symptoms and more on true recovery at the cellular level.

If you or someone you love has been told, “your labs are normal, everything looks fine,” but you still feel like garbage… this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. If you’ve been managing thyroid issues with medications, yet not improving…this is the episode you need to listen to.

We go deep into why many thyroid treatments fail, the difference between glandular and cellular hypothyroidism, and how chronic stress, lifestyle choices, emotional trauma, and even your beliefs can keep you in a cycle of burnout and dysfunction, no matter how many meds or supplements you take.

This conversation goes way beyond bloodwork. It’s about reclaiming your health by addressing the deeper, root-level imbalances that most approaches overlook.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between managing and recovering from hypothyroidism
• Why TSH and labs alone don’t tell the full story
• What the Cell Danger Response is, and how it changes EVERYTHING about thyroid healing
• The critical role of lifestyle, stress, and mindset in chronic conditions
• How overmedication can stall progress and why “more” isn’t always better
• When emotional work and psychotherapy should be part of the healing plan
• Why your body isn’t broken, it’s protecting you

This isn’t just another thyroid talk. It’s a holistic masterclass in how to truly optimize your health from the inside out. Whether you're new to functional medicine or deep into your healing journey, this episode will change the way you think about your body, and what it really needs to thrive.

Resources:

Learn more about our guest Dr. Eric Balcavage and check out all of his links on the website show notes! https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/

Connect with Dr. Eric Balcavage:

Website: http://drericbalcavage.com

Instagram: http://instagram.com/drericbalcavage

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askdreric

About Susan Robbins and Kate King

Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links on the show notes!

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/

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Love. It’s the highest frequency, but why is it often the hardest to access?

In this heart-opening episode of Everyday Epigenetics, Susan Robbins and Kate King explore the multifaceted, deeply personal, and scientifically powerful force of love, from self-love to connection with others to the way love literally shapes your biology.

Together, they peel back the layers of what it really means to feel love, offer it, and receive it, especially in a world steeped in fear, judgment, and disconnection.

You’ll learn:

• Why love is a physiological state, not just a feeling, and how it boosts your immune system, lowers stress, and changes your gene expression
• How to reconnect with love, even if it feels unfamiliar or uncomfortable
• A powerful journaling practice from Elizabeth Gilbert to shift your self-talk and activate compassion
• Why your body is the key to experiencing love, and how to tune into its messages
• Practical ways to raise your emotional frequency through art, movement, music, connection, and more
  
  

Whether you’re struggling with self-worth, healing from heartbreak, or simply wanting more joy in your life, this episode offers a gentle, empowering reminder:
Love isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you practice.

If you’re ready to soften, reconnect, and create a life rooted in compassion, from the inside out, this conversation is for you.

About Susan Robbins and Kate King

Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.

RESOURCES:

Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert: https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Pray-Love-Everything-Indonesia/dp/0143038419

Elizabeth Gilbert - Letters from Love: https://elizabethgilbert.substack.com/

Don Miguel Ruiz - Mastery of Love: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1878424440/

Leo F. Buscaglia: Living Loving and Learning https://www.amazon.com/Living-Loving-Learning-Leo-Buscaglia/dp/0449901815

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links on the show notes!

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/23/episode63/

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What if everything you thought you knew about “getting older” was wrong?

On this invigorating episode of Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable, co-hosts Susan Robbins and Kate King dive into the heart of men’s health with nationally certified physician associate and Epigenetic Human Performance Coach, Richard Gamiz. Together, they tackle the silent epidemic of declining testosterone and how environmental factors, lifestyle, and even outdated medical philosophies are shaping a generation of men who feel stuck, overlooked, and under-supported.

If you’ve ever wondered why the standard healthcare approach leaves so many feeling unseen, or if you're ready to discover how personalized, data-driven wellness can reignite motivation, performance, and lifelong vitality, this candid and empowering conversation is for you.

In this episode, you’ll hear real talk about:

• The alarming drop in men’s testosterone levels, and why it matters at every age
• Common myths and cultural barriers that keep men trapped in shame and inertia
• How advanced genetic testing and biomarker analysis are unlocking elite wellness
• The ripple effect: Why men’s health is about so much more than sex drive
• Actionable strategies for optimizing hormones, rejuvenating relationships, and future-proofing your health (including the supplements and lifestyle shifts that really work!)

Plus, Susan, Kate, and Richard share personal stories, challenge conventional wisdom, and break down what it takes to truly own your epic life, starting now. Whether you’re a man ready for change, someone who loves one, or just curious about the power of epigenetics, this episode will inspire you to think bigger, dig deeper, and take charge of your health story.

Learn more about our guest Richard Gamiz:

Richard Gamiz is a certified Epigenetic Human Performance Coach and nationally certified Physician Associate specializing in personalized, precision-driven health optimization. With a clinical background in orthopedic and neurosurgical medicine, Richard has worked with professional athletes, high-performing executives, and health-conscious biohackers to help them unlock their peak physical and cognitive potential.

He is the founder of Live Healthstrong an Age Management Medicine and Human Performance practice that integrates advanced genetic testing, biomarker analysis, and longevity science into strategic, data-driven protocols. He helps clients create elite-level wellness plans tailored to their unique biology, whether the goal is to enhance performance, improve recovery, optimize hormones, or extend healthspan.

Combining clinical expertise, cutting-edge science, and a passion for performance, Richard empowers his clients to take control of their health like never before.

When he's not consulting or creating personalized plans, you'll find him exploring new cities, discovering live music, and continually refining his own health protocols, because he lives what he teaches.

About Susan Robbins and Kate King

Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.

RESOURCES:

Connect with Richard Gamiz:

Website: https://livehealthstrong.com/

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links on the show notes!

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/16/episode62/

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