The Elevated Woman's Podcast

Aderonke Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, NP-C
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For high-performing women who are exhausted by weight gain, hormonal chaos, and vanishing energy — this is your reset. I’m Dr. Ade Akindipe, a DNP, obesity + hormone specialist, and health coach. On this show, we demystify metabolism, gut health, hormone balance, longevity, and the root-cause mindset behind lasting transformation. If you’re ready to stop fighting your body and start living with more clarity, energy, and confidence — this is your space.

  1. 28. Juli

    The Truth About Thyroid Labs, Every Midlife Woman Should Know

    Have you ever been told your thyroid is fine, but you still feel exhausted, can't lose weight, your hair is falling out, and your brain just won't cooperate? You were not wrong about your body. This might be the most mismanaged area of women's health in conventional medicine, and today we're getting into all of it. Most thyroid testing stops at TSH, which is only one piece of a much bigger picture. And for women dealing with insulin resistance or PMOS, that single number can be actively misleading. In this episode, I'm breaking down how your thyroid actually works, why your labs can look normal while your cells are starving for active thyroid hormone, what Hashimoto's is and why it's so commonly missed, and what comprehensive thyroid care actually looks like in practice. We're also covering the evidence-based supplements I use in my clinical protocols to support thyroid function, and three things you can do this week to start getting real answers. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why a normal TSH does not mean your thyroid is functioning wellHow T4 converts to active T3 and what breaks that process downWhat reverse T3 is, why it matters, and why nobody talks about itHow insulin resistance directly impairs thyroid hormone conversionWhat a complete thyroid panel actually looks like and what to ask your provider forWhat Hashimoto's thyroiditis is, why it's so commonly missed, and how it connects to PMOS and insulin resistanceEvidence-based interventions that can reduce antibody levels and slow the autoimmune processWhy so many women on levothyroxine still feel terrible, and what the alternatives areThe supplements that directly support thyroid conversion, receptor sensitivity, and immune modulationThree things you can do this week to start moving in the right direction⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:16 How your thyroid actually works: T4, T3, and the conversion process 04:38 How insulin resistance breaks thyroid hormone conversion 06:12 What reverse T3 is and why it explains so much 09:04 Why TSH alone is not enough and what it actually measures 10:42 What a complete thyroid panel looks like and what to ask for 13:34 Hashimoto's thyroiditis: what it is and why it's missed 16:28 The overlap between Hashimoto's, PMOS, and insulin resistance 17:58 Evidence-based interventions to reduce antibodies and slow the autoimmune process 21:44 Treatment options: desiccated thyroid, T3, and why T4 alone may not be enough 27:12 Thyroid optimization goals: treating the patient, not the lab number 28:58 Supplements that support thyroid function 35:02 Three things to do this week  🔗 Resources / Links Get the supplement bundle, lab guide, and metabolic blueprint intake form here: https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/32Book Your Personalized Wellness Assessment → https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessmentListen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUuiIf this episode helped you, share it with a woman who keeps being told her thyroid is fine but has never felt fine. And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around thyroid health, insulin resistance, PMOS, hormones, and midlife wellness.

  2. 14. Juli

    Why your workout isn't working even if you're doing hours of cardio

    Have you been showing up to your workouts consistently and still not seeing results? The scale won't budge. You're exhausted after every session. And somewhere along the way, someone told you the answer was just more cardio. It wasn't. If you have insulin resistance or PMOS, the way your body responds to exercise is different. And the workout plan most women are following wasn't built for that. In this episode, I'm breaking down what the research actually says about movement and insulin resistance, why cardio alone isn't the answer, and what a realistic week of exercise actually looks like for your body. We're also talking about the supplements I pair with movement in my clinical protocols, because exercise and nutrition aren't separate lanes. They're hitting the same targets, and combining them on purpose is what actually moves the needle. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why women with insulin resistance process food differentlyThe three principles that lower insulin without cutting out entire food groupsWhy cardio alone won't fix insulin resistance and what it can do insteadWhy too much intense cardio can actually make things worse if you're already exhaustedHow your muscles act as a blood sugar sponge and why that changes everythingThe research-backed ranking of which types of movement help most with insulin resistance in womenWhy yoga ranked number one and what that actually means for your routineWhat HIIT, zone two cardio, and resistance training each do for your blood sugarWhat a realistic beginner-to-moderate workout week actually looks likeThe supplements I use with patients around exercise and recovery, and why they workThree things you can start doing this week without overhauling your entire routineChapters: 00:00 Intro 02:15 Why cardio isn't the full answer for insulin resistance 03:15 Your muscles are your body's blood sugar sponge 05:39 How too much cardio can work against you 06:25 The research ranking of movement types for insulin resistance in women 07:05 Why yoga ranked number one 08:24 How to blend the top three movement types 10:27 What HIIT actually means and how to start where you are 12:49 Zone two cardio and why it's different from what you've been doing 13:59 Resistance training and the long game of building muscle 15:11 What a realistic workout week looks like in real life 17:34 Supplements that work alongside movement 22:02 Three things to do this week 24:03 The women's metabolic blueprint program 🔗 Resources / Links Supplement bundle: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/akvip-dispensary/store-startBook Your Personalized Wellness Assessment for the Women's Metabolic Blueprint Program → https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessmentListen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUuiIf this episode helped you, share it with a woman who's been grinding through workouts and wondering why nothing is changing. And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around insulin resistance, PMOS, hormones, metabolism, and midlife wellness.

  3. 30. Juni

    How to Eat to Lower Insulin

    Have you ever done everything "right" with food and still felt stuck? Still gaining weight, still crashing in the afternoon, still craving sugar by 3 pm, still puffy and inflamed. If that's you, this episode is going to make a lot of things click. A lot of the advice women with insulin resistance get about food is well-meaning but completely wrong for their biology. Eat less. Move more. Cut carbs. No wait, just eat the good carbs. Count calories. No, eat intuitively. The noise is real, and it keeps women stuck. In this episode, I'm cutting through all of it. We're not talking about a meal plan or a diet. We're talking about the why behind eating for insulin resistance, because when you understand how your body is actually processing food, you can start making decisions that work for your life. I'm also walking you through what a real day of eating looks like in practice, which snacks are quietly keeping you stuck, why the order you eat your food matters more than you think, and a few targeted supplements that can support your glucose response while you're making the transition. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why women with insulin resistance process food differently, and why it is not a willpower problemThe three principles that lower insulin without cutting out entire food groupsWhy protein at breakfast is one of the most impactful things you can do for your blood sugar and cravings all dayThe difference between foods that spike insulin fast and foods that keep it stableWhy low-fat foods often make things worse, not betterHow eating in a different order at the same meal can reduce your blood sugar spike by up to 30%Why compressing your eating window matters for insulin resistanceWhat a full day of eating for insulin resistance actually looks like in real lifeThree simple things you can start doing this week without overhauling everything at once⏱️ Chapters: 00:45 Intro 02:14 Why food feels so confusing for women with insulin resistance 03:43 How insulin resistance changes the way your body processes food 05:06 Why "healthy" eating isn't working for you 06:32 The right framework: eating to keep insulin low and stable 13:46 Foods that spike insulin fast vs. foods that keep it stable 20:18 Why post-meal walk works 24:34 Snacks: what to eat and what to avoid 24:59 Supplements that support blood sugar around meals 26:22 Three things to do this week 🔗 Resources / Links Get the glycemic index chart, supplement bundle, and metabolic blueprint intake form here: https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-30Book Your Personalized Wellness Assessment → https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessmentListen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUuiIf this episode helped you, share it with a woman who's been doing everything right but still can't figure out why her body isn't responding. And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around insulin resistance, PMOS, hormones, metabolism, and midlife wellness.

  4. 16. Juni

    The Labs That Actually Tell the Truth!

    Have you ever been told your labs are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, gain weight easily, struggle with cravings, and know something is off? If so, this episode is for you. Last episode, we talked about PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) and why it is about so much more than ovarian cysts. In this episode, I’m taking the next step and showing you the labs that actually tell the story. We’re breaking down the metabolic, thyroid, hormone, nutrient, and inflammation markers I look at in clinic, what optimal ranges look like, what it means when those numbers start trending in the wrong direction, and what you can begin doing today to support your metabolism and hormones. We’ll also discuss some of the evidence-based supplements I use in my clinical protocols for women with PMOS, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction.  💡 In this episode, we cover:  Why “normal” labs do not always mean optimal health  The most important labs for PMOS and insulin resistance  Why fasting insulin matters more than most women realize  How to identify early signs of insulin resistance  Thyroid markers that are commonly overlooked  The connection between PMOS, hormones, and metabolism  Nutrient deficiencies that can worsen symptoms  The role of ferritin, vitamin D, magnesium, and inflammation  Evidence-based supplements that support metabolic health  What to do when your labs are technically normal but you still feel awful ⏱️ Chapters: 00:46 Intro01:17 Why normal labs may not tell the full story04:47 The metabolic markers I check for every patient07:12 Thyroid labs that are often overlooked09:30 Hormone markers and PMOS12:04 Nutrient deficiencies and inflammation13:54 What to do when your labs are off16:46 Evidence-based supplements for PMOS and insulin resistance21:57 Core vs. extended supplement protocols22:30 Important supplement precautions and next steps 🔗 Resources / Links Get the lab guide, supplement stack, and intake form here: https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-29Book Your Personalized Wellness Assessment→ https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessmentListen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUui If this episode helped you, share this episode with a woman who keeps hearing that her labs are normal, but still doesn't feel like herself. And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around PMOS, hormones, metabolism, insulin resistance, thyroid health, and midlife wellness.

  5. 2. Juni

    It Was Never Just Cysts: The Truth About PMOS (and Why So Many Women Are Still Being Missed)

    Have you been told you have PCOS, but still feel like no one has explained what is actually happening in your body? In this episode, I’m breaking down the shift from PCOS to PMOS, and why this new name better reflects what many women have been experiencing for years. This is not just about ovarian cysts. It is about hormones, insulin resistance, metabolism, inflammation, and the long-term health risks many women were never properly taught to look for. We’re talking about why so many women struggle with stubborn weight gain, irregular periods, acne, facial hair growth, hair thinning, fatigue, and blood sugar issues, even when they are trying everything “right.” We’ll also discuss why so many women go years without answers and what this shift means moving forward for women’s health. 💡 In this episode, we cover:  Why PCOS was officially renamed  What PMOS stands for and why it matters  Why PCOS is more than ovarian cysts  The connection between insulin resistance and hormones  Common symptoms women normalize for too long  Why weight loss feels harder with PCOS  The metabolic side of hormonal imbalance  How PCOS impacts long-term health  Why many women feel dismissed in healthcare settingsChapters00:45 Intro03:09 Why PCOS was renamed05:29 Why PCOS is more than ovarian cysts06:45 Common symptoms women ignore08:45 The metabolic side of PCOS10:45 Why women struggle with weight gain12:45 The connection between hormones and insulin resistance14:45 What women need to know moving forward 🔗 Resources / Links 💬 Book Your Personalized Wellness Assessment→ https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessment📋 Download my FREE Insulin Resistance and PMOS Lab Cheatsheet -> https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-28   📋 Download my FREE DANRE™ Fasting Strategy Worksheet → https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-16 🎧 Listen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUui If this episode helped you, share this episode with a woman who keeps feeling like something is off in her body, even when she’s told everything looks “normal.” And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around hormones, metabolism, insulin resistance, gut health, and women’s health in midlife.

  6. 19. Mai

    The Hidden Metabolic Cost of Yo‑Yo Dieting—And How to Break the Cycle

    Have you lost the same 20 pounds over and over again… only to gain it back every single time? If you feel stuck in the cycle of dieting, regaining weight, starting over on Monday, and wondering why your body fights you harder every time, this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re talking about the real metabolic effects of yo-yo dieting and why repeated crash dieting changes far more than just the number on the scale. You’ll learn how weight cycling impacts your metabolism, muscle mass, insulin resistance, visceral fat, gut health, and long-term health outcomes in midlife women.  💡 In this episode, we cover:  What yo-yo dieting actually does to your metabolism  Why repeated weight loss and regain increase belly fat  The connection between crash dieting and insulin resistance  How dieting affects muscle mass and metabolic rate  What brown fat is and why it matters for weight regain  The hidden link between gut health and weight cycling  Why sustainable metabolic healing works better than restriction  How to stop the cycle of losing and regaining weight Chapters00:00 Intro 00:56 What yo-yo dieting really means 02:23 What research says about weight cycling 06:16 The story of a chronic dieter 10:10 What repeated dieting does to your metabolism 11:34 How to break the cycle for good 15:21 Why support and coaching matter 🔗 Resources / Links 💬 Book Your Personalized Metabolic Wellness Assessment→ https://bit.ly/rejuvenateassessment📋 Download the FREE DANRE™ Fasting Strategy Worksheet → https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-16🎧 Listen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUui If this episode helped you, share this with a woman who feels exhausted from constantly starting over with diets. And make sure to follow the podcast for more conversations around hormones, metabolism, gut health, and sustainable weight loss.

  7. 5. Mai

    5 Hidden Signs Your Metabolism Is Struggling (Even If Your Weight Is Normal)

    Do you feel tired, bloated, and stuck… even though your weight hasn’t really changed? If your doctor says everything looks “normal” but your energy is low, your cravings are high, and your waistline is slowly expanding, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on. In this episode, we’re talking about a group of women that often gets overlooked: those who look “healthy” on paper but are quietly dealing with metabolic dysfunction. You’ll learn how to spot the early signs, what your body is trying to tell you, and how to respond before it turns into something more serious. 💡 In this episode, we cover:  The 5 early signs of poor metabolic health (even at a normal weight)  Why belly fat can increase without weight gain  The real reason behind energy crashes and constant fatigue  How sugar cravings are linked to insulin resistance  The connection between brain fog, poor sleep, and metabolism  What “borderline labs” are actually telling you  Simple steps to start improving your metabolism today ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Intro01:32 Why weight is not the full picture03:10 Sign 1: Belly fat without weight gain05:06 Sign 2: Energy crashes and fatigue07:00 Sign 3: Sugar and carb cravings08:52 Sign 4: Brain fog and poor sleep11:13 Sign 5: Borderline labs and hidden risk13:03 What this means for midlife women14:26 What to do next 🔗 Resources / Links 💬 Book Your Personalized Metabolic Wellness Assessment→ https://l.bttr.to/uctL2 📋 Download the FREE DANRE™ Fasting Strategy Worksheet → https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-16 🎧 Listen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUui Share this with a friend who keeps saying “I’m doing everything right” but still feels stuck. And make sure to follow the podcast for more real conversations on hormones, metabolism, and midlife health.

  8. 17. März

    Metabolic Health Is the New Weight Loss

    What if the scale is the least helpful way to measure your health after 40? In this episode, I break down why metabolic health matters more than just weight loss, especially in perimenopause and menopause. Many women are doing all the “right” things and still feel tired, inflamed, stuck, and frustrated with their bodies. That is often because the scale is only telling part of the story. We talk about what metabolic health actually means, the key markers that matter beyond the number on the scale, how your body uses energy, and why hormone shifts in midlife change the rules. 💡 In this episode, we cover:• Why weight loss is not the same as metabolic health• The 5 core markers of metabolic health• Why you can be thin and still metabolically unhealthy• How blood sugar, insulin, and fat storage actually work• Why estrogen loss changes metabolism in midlife• How sleep, stress, and muscle affect insulin resistance• Simple ways to start improving metabolic health today• Why better metabolic health protects your future brain, heart, and hormones If you’ve been asking, Why am I doing everything right and still not losing weight?, this episode will help you shift the question to something more powerful: How well is my metabolism actually working for me? 🔗 Resources / Links💬 Book Your Personalized Wellness Assessment → https://l.bttr.to/yeaHd📋 Download the FREE DANRE™ Fasting Strategy Worksheet → https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-16🎧 Listen to all episodes → https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoVU03xrDH8WODZsTZoQx0tUsvhT0XUui Chapters0:00 Intro0:46 Why the Scale Isn’t the Whole Story2:24 What Metabolic Health Actually Means4:29 The 5 Core Markers of Metabolic Health8:55 How Your Body Uses Energy (Insulin & Fat Storage)11:45 Why Metabolism Changes in Midlife14:05 4 Ways to Start Improving Your Metabolic Health17:24 Bringing It All Together + Next Steps If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear this. And don’t forget to hit like and subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next.

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For high-performing women who are exhausted by weight gain, hormonal chaos, and vanishing energy — this is your reset. I’m Dr. Ade Akindipe, a DNP, obesity + hormone specialist, and health coach. On this show, we demystify metabolism, gut health, hormone balance, longevity, and the root-cause mindset behind lasting transformation. If you’re ready to stop fighting your body and start living with more clarity, energy, and confidence — this is your space.

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    Aderonke Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, NP-C
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    2025 - 2026
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