Because while heart disease often gets the spotlight when it comes to cholesterol, there’s growing evidence that hormone balance, cholesterol metabolism, and even micronutrient deficiencies can all influence a man’s risk ofdeveloping—or progressing—prostate cancer.
And here’s the thing: prostate health doesn’t just affect men—it impacts the women who love, care for, or worry about them, too. So, whether you're a man looking for answers or a woman helping her partner, dad, or brother make betterchoices, this conversation is for you.
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What Your Doctor May Have Not Shared with You About Cholesterol, Statins, and Nutrient DepletionHey there, Dr. Susan here. Today we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you, but could be the missing link in your energy, weight, and hormone struggles.
Last time, we talked about Lipitor and how statins, cholesterol-lowering medications, might be impacting your testosterone—and yes, women have testosterone too! It's not just about libido, it's about strength, stamina, motivation, even metabolism.
🔊 Listen in today, I want to pull back the curtain a little further and discuss how you can balance between taking statins and living your best life with confidence.
Do you have cholesterol or hormone concerns? Schedule a free Best Next Step Consultation with me here.
Until next time, get healthier with every bite!
Hey there friends, Dr. Susan Plank here. Welcome to anotherepisode of your health breakthrough—where we talk about real answers, real testing, and real solutions for your health concerns.
Today we’re diving into a topic that affects more couplesthan you might think—and it might just explain some of the mystery around energy crashes, low libido, and mood changes in men (and women) as they age.So, whether you're a man in midlife trying to get your mojo back—or the woman who loves him and sees the struggle—this is for you.
Today’s question is: Is Lipitor lowering your libido?And I promise—it’s not just about Lipitor. It’s about statins in general, and how they might be doing more than just lowering cholesterol.
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Because in functional nutrition, I always say: Ifthere’s no testing—it’s guessing.
Is your TSH all over the map?
High cholesterol no matter how clean you eat?
These are signs of a deeper imbalance in your body. A hormone imbalance of your steroid hormones.
Instead of ignoring lab numbers that bounce around, more testing should be done to find the root cause of it, and it's usually related to your adrenal stress hormones.
Listen as Dr. Susan explains 🔊
Today we're talking ebikes with expert Max Rothrauff of Rothrauff Electric Bikes🔊 Listen in as Max and I discuss the health benefits and reversing the aging clock with the exercise benefits of ebikes!
If you’re recovering from surgery, living with joint pain,or maybe just not as spry as you used to be, e-bikes might be the perfect solution.
I myself have struggled with feeling as active and vigorousas I used to feel. I came out of winter and thought well maybe I have the winter blues, no sunlinght. You see I try to be active, every day I take my two dogs and go for an hour hike. I have done these walks for years, every day but this spring I just felt like I might be losing a step. So, I decided what am I going to do about it?
I used to ride a bike every afternoon after work but locallyI live on a hill and I’d never have the stamina to bike up the hill at the end of my ride. So there I’d be pushing thebike, after I went for a ride. I got to the point I didn’t enjoy riding the bike any more.
Then I found ebikes.
E-bikes—or electric bikes—are showing up everywhere, and forgood reason! They offer the freedom and fun of cycling without the strain. That gentle electric assist can help you get up hills, ride longer, and move your body without beating it up. Perfect for those of us over 50 who want to stay active, rebuild strength after surgery, or protect jointswithout sacrificing mobility.
We’re going to explore health benefits of ebikes!
So stay tuned—because feeling good in your body isn’t justpossible… it’s your next adventure.
You may start the morning like most people...stepping on the scale, but it doesn't give you insights into your health.
🔊Listen in as Dr. Susan starts her Women's Health Guidelines Series in honor of Mom's and women everywhere. Dr. Susan will discuss three important health markers that you should know about (chances are you don't) and why they're so important to you reclaiming your long-term health.
Dr. Plank s action steps coming out of Washing DC...finally things are happening!
She shares more Sleep Tips and gives guidelines on setting a sleep schedule.
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Dr. Susan explains how our sleep patterns are affected by light, hormones, neurotransmitters and out of body stressors.
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Most people don’t realize that sleep quality is as importantas your diet quality and water intake.
Sleep is when your body heals, deals with stress, createsmemories, and maintains brain pathways for recall and cognition. If you think your brain, shuts off during sleep you’d be very wrong, your body and brain are quite active during sleep.
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Have you ever finished a meal feeling totally fine—maybeeven full—and then about an hour later, you find yourself wandering into thekitchen, poking through the pantry, and thinking, “Where’s the chocolate?Just a bite…”
Sorry, we had some technical difficulties with my guest, please FF past the awkward and rough stuff but listen to what Arlene has to share. It's worth listening too! 🔊
Thanks for listening!Need to lower your cholesterol and want to do it naturally while avoiding medication? Schedule your Best Next Step consultation with me now!
Searching for a diet to control your blood sugar can lead to a multitude of "healthy" eating plans: keto, Atkins, and carnivore to name a few. But should you avoid all carbs, is that healthy? What about vegetables and fruit, how much can you eat before it affects your blood sugar?
🔊 Listen as my guest caller, Don, explains his experience gaining weight and developing blood sugar issues over time, while eating a pescatarian diet. And how personalized guidance is the fastest way to lasting results. (about 15 minutes into the podcast)
Understanding food labels is a game-changer when it comes to balancing blood sugar. Too much sugar—especially hidden or added sugars—can lead to energy crashes, cravings, and long-term health issues like insulin resistance and weight gain.
🔊 Listen in as Dr. Plank explains how carbohydrates turn into blood sugar
💡 Here’s the truth:Belly fat is driven by hormones, blood sugar imbalances, stress, and your body’s ability to detoxify. If any of these systems are out of balance, your body fights against fat loss—no matter how healthy you try to eat.
👉 Stick with me, as we uncover what’s really behind stubborn belly fat and what you can do aboutit.
Ready for a personalized approach? Head over to norwinwellness.com and take the Health Assessment. Let’s find the root cause of your struggle and create a plan that works for YOUR body.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of diets promising fast results, you’re not alone. From keto to carnivore, intermittent fasting to Paleo, the options are endless — and so is the confusion.
The truth is, popular diets may offer temporary wins, but they often fail to deliver lasting success because they overlook one crucial factor: your unique body.
Here’s the reality: Without testing, you’re simply guessing.Guessing which foods your body thrives on. Guessing which nutrients you’re missing. Guessing which hidden imbalances — from blood sugar spikes to sluggish detox pathways to hormone imbalances— are silently sabotaging your weight loss efforts.
Listen in🔊 as Dr. Susan Plank explains your health and your weight loss plan needs to be personalized to your needs!
When it comes to weight loss, most people have been taught that it’s all about calories in, calories out—but that’s only a small piece of the puzzle. Just like the causes of your weight gain are also causative factors in other areas of your health.
Why These Steps Matter for Every Health ConditionBalancing blood sugar, inflammation, and hormones isn’t just about shedding pounds—it’s about preventing diabetes,heart disease, hormone-related cancers, autoimmune conditions, and even Alzheimer’s.
This isn’t about another diet—it’s about fixing the rootcauses to get your body working with you, not against you.
Have questions? Please reach out.
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Many people assume that hormone-related weight gain only affects menopausal women. Don’t get me wrong—it does! However hormonal imbalances can sabotage weight loss for both men and women of all ages. If youfeel like your body is working against you, struggling with stubborn weight gain, fatigue, cravings, or mood swings, your hormones—not your willpower—maybe the real issue.
Listen 🔊 as Dr. Susan talks about how to identify what hormones that are affecting your weight loss!
Have you experienced that post-meal energy boost that lastsan hour… only to leave you exhausted, irritable, and reaching for another snack? That’s the blood sugar rollercoaster.
Here’s what’s happening in your body:
🍞You eat quick-energy carbs (bread, pasta, sugary snacks).
📈Your blood sugar spikes—giving you that burst of energy.
💥Your pancreas releases a flood of insulin to manage all that sugar.
📉Blood sugar crashes—now you’re tired, hungry, and craving more carbs.
🔄The cycle repeats—leading to constant hunger, weight gain, and fatigue.
This is where insulin resistance begins—the stage where your body no longer responds properly to insulin, causing it to store more fat instead of burning it.
🛑 And here’s the dangerous part: If this goes unchecked, insulin resistance can turn into prediabetes, metabolic syndrome, or full-blown type 2 diabetes.
Over time, this leads to weight gain, fatigue, cravings,and eventually, metabolic issues like prediabetes or diabetes.
Listen 🔊as Dr. Susan discusses how blood sugar is affecting your health and causing weight gain.
Don't worry, there are natural solutions! invest 10 minutes in your health and complete my Why Can't I Lose Weight? Health Assessment now.
🔄 Missed Last Week? Catch Up!
Join me for a short recap of hypertension and cholesterol—two silent drivers of heart disease. If you missed it, we covered howinflammation fuels high blood pressure and cholesterol issues and shared key supplementsthat naturally support your heart:
💊Citrus Bergamot– Lowers LDL cholesterol and balances triglycerides.
💊Omega-3s (Fish Oil) – Reduces inflammation, improves circulation, andstabilizes heart rhythms.
💊CoQ10 – Supports energy production in heart cells and offsetsstatin-related muscle fatigue.
💊Magnesium – Relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, and helpsprevent palpitations.
💊Curcumin (Turmeric) – Powerful anti-inflammatory that protects bloodvessels from damage.
📢Missed a show?No problem! You can listen anytime onSpotify or read the full breakdown on my blog atnorwinwellness.com.
🔊 Listen in as Dr. Steve Bennett and I discuss hisCardioMetabolIQ Testing and the benefits of Functional Nutrition.
“Welcome back to our Heart Health Series! I’m Dr. Susan Plank, and I’m so glad you’re here with me today. If you tuned in last week, we kicked off this series by breaking down what really drives heart disease. For years, we’ve been told that LDL, or so-called ‘bad cholesterol,’ is the biggest threat to heart health. But the truth? Heart disease is much more than just LDL—it’s about inflammation, insulin resistance, and metabolic health. Today we’re diving into hypertension and cholesterol—two silent threats that can creep up with little to no symptoms. You might feel completely fine, but over time, high blood pressure damages your arteries, increases your risk for heart attack and stroke, and even harms your kidneys and brain health. And cholesterol imbalances? They’re often a warning sign of bigger issues like insulin resistance and chronic inflammation.
🔊 Listen in as today, we’re going to break down: ✔ Why high blood pressure and cholesterol happen in the first place ✔ How diet—especially sugar and processed carbs—plays a role ✔ Which natural strategies and supplements can help lower your risk ✔ And most importantly, the advanced tests that reveal what’s really going on under the surface.
Welcome to today’s show, and I’m so excited to kick off this special multi-week series dedicated to one of the most important topics in your health: your heart. Did you know your heart beats about 100,000 times a day? Throughout this series, we’re going to dive deep into what makes your heart tick—literally. We’ll start with the basics today: heart anatomy, normal function, and the foundations of heart health. Then, in the coming weeks, we’ll tackle topics like arrhythmias, high blood pressure, and even how COVID can impact your heart. We’ll discuss symptoms to watch for, how to monitor your heart health effectively, and actionable steps to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
One of the most exciting parts of this series is my in-depth discussions on natural solutions. We’ll look at supplements like CoQ10, fish oil, taurine, and celery seed—each playing a unique role in supporting your heart and blood pressure. If you’ve ever wondered, “Which natural way to go is right for me?” you’ll definitely want to tune in to each episode for more information.
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Many factors influence our health, and among the most crucial are the regulatory agencies responsible for overseeing food, drugs, and public health. The FDA, USDA, CDC, and EPA are tasked with protecting us, but they aren’t perfect. Some policies and practices are outdated, leaving us vulnerable to health risks. Reforming these agencies, empowered by artificial intelligence (AI) and greater transparency, could ensure a healthier future for all Americans. 🔊Listen in as Dr. Susan discusses The Role of Key Government Agencies in Our Health