The Integrative Health Podcast with Dr. Jen

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The Integrative Health Podcast is hosted by Dr. Jen Pfleghaar. Dr. Jen is a double board certified physician (Emergency Medicine and Integrative Medicine). This podcast is meant to educate and empower about important health topics. Dr.Jen's passion is to get to the root cause of disease and prevent illness.  Dr. Jen will feature guests who are experts in their fields and experiences in all things related to Integrative Medicine. From Hashimoto's to Breast Implant Illness, Dr. Jen and her guests will cover it all! Dr. Jen's special interests include thyroid, hashimotos, PCOS, hormones, estrogen dominance, gut health, peptides, supplements, mold illness, CIRS, Lyme disease, and all Invisible illnesses.Dr. Jen Pfleghaar is a double board certified physician in Integrative Medicine and Emergency Medicine. She attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to residency at St Vincent’s Mercy Medical Center for Emergency Medicine and spent one year flying with Life Flight as a flight physician. Dr. Jen now works at local emergency rooms in the community and virtually practicing Integrative Medicine. She is a graduate from The University of Arizona: Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine's fellowship program. Dr. Jen loves speaking and lectures to physicians at conferences including the AOA (American Osteopathic Association). She hosts the podcast The Integrative Health Podcast with Dr. Jen. Her own health history of Hashimoto’s (which is now in remission) sparked her interest in Integrative Medicine. She is very passionate about helping patients with chronic disease and teaching them now to let the body heal itself.  She is a published author of the book- Eat. Sleep. Move. Breathe: A Beginner's Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle. She is a board member for IDA- Invisible Disabilities Association. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband and four children, being in nature, weightlifting, caring for her chickens on her minifarm in Tennessee and reading the Bible. For more information on Dr. Jen please visit: www.healthybydrjen.com 

  1. 6D AGO

    Why Fast Weight Loss Is Destroying Your Metabolism

    Weight loss has become a race toward smaller numbers on the scale, but in the process, many people are unknowingly damaging their metabolism. In this solo episode, Dr. Jen breaks down why fast weight loss, extreme dieting, and even GLP-1 medications can lead to muscle loss, metabolic slowdown, and long-term weight regain if not used correctly. She shares a practical, muscle-first framework focused on protein intake, resistance training, metabolic health, and strategic supplementation, helping you shift from chasing weight loss to building true body composition and long-term resilience. PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    20 min

  2. MAR 17

    Obesity Is a Signaling Problem, Not a Willpower Problem

    Weight loss isn’t just about discipline — it’s about biology, hormones, and healing the systems that regulate metabolism. In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Adrian Gledhill, former Biggest Loser contestant and metabolic health coach, to unpack the hidden costs of extreme dieting, reality TV weight loss, and gastric bypass surgery. Adrian shares her decades-long journey through metabolic damage, reactive hypoglycemia, adrenal dysfunction, nutrient depletion, and the emotional toll of public weight regain. Together, they explore carnivore nutrition, mold illness, hormone and thyroid support, GLP-1 therapy, and why sustainable health requires cellular and hormonal repair — not caloric punishment. Adrian Gledhill is a metabolic health coach and advocate who gained national recognition as a contestant on NBC’s The Biggest Loser. After experiencing metabolic damage, weight regain, and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, she began exploring root-cause approaches to healing beyond calorie restriction. Her journey through gastric bypass complications, carnivore nutrition, hormone support, and GLP-1 therapy shaped her mission to help others repair metabolism and reverse chronic inflammation through practical, lived-experience guidance. Website: https://www.radicallyhealthy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adriankgledhill Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adriankgledhill Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdrianKGledhill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AdrianKGledhill PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only. For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    48 min

  3. MAR 10

    The Eczema Plan That Actually Works for Families

    Eczema can feel relentless for families — the itching, sleepless nights, food fears, and endless prescriptions that never seem to solve the problem. In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Andra McHugh, founder of Eczema Kids and mom of four, to explore a root-cause approach to childhood eczema that goes far beyond symptom management. They unpack why eczema is not just a skin issue but a gut, immune, and detoxification imbalance, how dysbiosis and environmental exposures set the stage for flares, and why restrictive diets and steroid cycles often miss the bigger picture. Andra shares practical, real-life strategies families can start immediately — from kitchen habits and properly prepared foods to herbal oils, bath therapies, and simple environmental shifts — offering a clear, doable path toward calmer skin and confident parenting. Andra McHugh is the founder of Eczema Kids, host of the Eczema Kids Podcast, and a mom of four who helps families reverse childhood eczema naturally. After two of her children suffered from severe eczema, Andra developed a root-cause system focused on gut repair, immune balance, and environmental detox. She also creates eczema-safe skincare and supports families worldwide through practical, real-life healing strategies. 🎧 Eczema Kids Podcast Eczema Kids Podcast features Andra McHugh, founder of Eczema Kids and a leading voice in natural childhood eczema healing. After successfully reversing severe eczema in her own children, Andra now helps families address root causes through gut health, detoxification, skin barrier repair, and environmental support, empowering parents with practical, sustainable tools for lasting healing. Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple PodcastsWebsite: eczemakids.com Instagram: @eczema.kids Facebook Group: Eczema Kids Podcast PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    43 min

  4. MAR 3

    Why Seed Oils Are Driving Obesity and Metabolic Dysfunction

    Seed oils are not just a modern cooking swap — they represent a dramatic shift in how we fuel our bodies. In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Steven Rofrano, founder of Ancient Crunch, to explore how vegetable oils moved from industrial products to dietary staples and why that change may be contributing to oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and insulin resistance. They discuss the historical roots of seed oil adoption, the metabolic consequences of unstable omega-6 fats, the importance of ancestral food preparation methods like nixtamalization, and practical ways to reduce seed oil exposure without feeling restricted or extreme. Steven Rofrano is an entrepreneur and founder of Ancient Crunch, the company behind MASA chips and Vandy potato chips. After reversing his own chronic health issues through diet and lifestyle changes, Steven began educating others about ancestral eating and seed oil avoidance. His work focuses on bringing traditionally prepared, tallow-fried snacks to market while challenging modern food industry practices and promoting ingredient transparency. Website: https://www.masachips.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/reallytanman Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@reallytanman X:  https://x.com/reallytanman PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    49 min

  5. FEB 24

    Stop Skipping Meals If You Want Hormone Harmony

    Hormone balance is not a supplement problem, but a foundation problem. In this episode, Dr. Jen speaks with Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, The Hormone Heroines, about how food quality, fiber, protein, sleep, stress, detox pathways, and endocrine disruptors can quietly derail hormones from puberty through menopause, and why ‘quick fix’ hormone plans can backfire when the basics are missing. Dr. Jen speaks with the Hormone Heroines,  Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, about hormone balance, nutrition foundations, endocrine disruptors, sleep, stress, gut health, and why lifestyle comes before supplements or hormone therapy. Dr. Serena Russum and Dr. Heidi Codino, Hormone Heroines, are naturopathic physicians and award-winning speakers specializing in women’s health from puberty through menopause. With advanced training in longevity medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, they focus on holistic, functional approaches that address root causes and help women thrive across every life stage. Their work is deeply personal. Both have navigated their own hormone challenges, including irregular cycles, PCOS, PMDD, fertility struggles, miscarriages, and thyroid-related issues. Today, they bring that lived experience into patient care, emphasizing foundational nutrition, movement, sleep, stress resilience, detox support, and thoughtful, low-and-slow hormone strategies. 🎧 Hormone Heroines Podcast The Hormone Heroines Podcast explores the real-life hormone journey women face, bringing empowering conversations, expert insights, and practical tools to help you better understand your body, balance your hormones, and take charge of your health. Listen on SpotifyListen on Apple PodcastsListen on iHeart RadioInstagram: @hormone_heroines Website: https://www.blossominglongevity.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hormoneheroines PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    41 min

  6. FEB 17

    Why Weight Loss, Low Estrogen, and ‘Healthy Aging’ Are Failing Women

    In this episode of the Integrative Health Podcast, Dr. Jen sits down with Dr. Sundeep Dugar—renowned medicinal chemist, co-inventor of the drug Zetia, and industry pioneer with over 40 years of experience—to explore the foundational role of mitochondrial health in aging, hormones, and energy. Dr. Dugar shares why he transitioned from Big Pharma into the nutraceutical space, explaining that while pharmaceutical drugs often target isolated diseases, mitochondria are central to nearly every aspect of human health. Because mitochondrial dysfunction underlies conditions ranging from fatigue to muscle loss, brain fog, and chronic disease, supporting mitochondria offers broad, system-wide benefits. The conversation dives deeply into why mitochondrial health is especially critical for women. Dr. Jen and Dr. Dugar explain how mitochondria are inherited exclusively from the mother and play a central role in hormone production, including estrogen. During perimenopause, declining estrogen levels impair mitochondrial biogenesis, creating a “bioenergetic deficit” that drives hallmark aging symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive decline, and muscle loss. Dr. Dugar introduces epicatechin—a specific flavonol derived from green tea and cacao—and explains how it acts as an “exercise mimetic,” signaling the body to create new mitochondria. He clarifies how epicatechin differs from common green tea extracts like EGCG, outlines proper dosing, and discusses why more is not better. They also cover the broader implications of mitochondrial health for bone density, muscle preservation, organ failure, sleep quality, and the risks associated with rapid weight loss from GLP-1 medications. Dr. Jen speaks with medicinal chemist Dr. Sundeep Dugar about mitochondrial health, estrogen decline, epicatechin from green tea, perimenopause, muscle loss, and healthy aging. Dr. Sundeep Dugar is a renowned medicinal chemist with over 40 years of experience in drug discovery and development. He is the co-inventor of Zetia and has worked extensively in cardiovascular, metabolic, and mitochondrial research. Dr. Dugar now focuses on translating cutting-edge science into safe, effective nutraceuticals that support foundational cellular health. Website: https://www.thrombio.com.au/leadership/sundeep-dugar  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sundeepdugar/ PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    46 min

  7. FEB 10

    Motherhood, Faith & Joy

    In this episode of the Integrative Health Podcast, Dr. Jen is joined by Abigail (Abby) Halberstadt—author, homeschooling mother of ten, and cultural commentator—for an honest and hope-filled conversation about motherhood, faith, and joy. Together, they explore how modern culture and social media have normalized chronic complaining and resentment around parenting, often framing motherhood as something to survive rather than something to embrace. Dr. Jen and Abby challenge this narrative, discussing why “misery does not like company” and how constant negativity shapes not only maternal mental health, but family culture as a whole. Abby shares why she believes guidance for mothers must be grounded in Scripture and timeless Christian principles such as gratitude, self-giving love, and choosing others over self. She explains how these values—while faith-based—are universal truths that foster fulfillment, resilience, and peace, even for those outside the Christian faith. Drawing from her personal experience and her latest book, You Bet Your Stretch Marks, Abby reframes the physical, emotional, and spiritual demands of motherhood as a meaningful calling rather than a burden. This episode offers encouragement for women who desire a deeper sense of purpose, joy, and alignment in their homes and daily lives. Dr. Jen speaks with Abigail Halberstadt about faith-based motherhood, reframing parenting culture, finding joy, gratitude, and purpose through Scripture and daily life. Abigail (Abby) Halberstadt is an author, homeschooling mother of ten, and homeschool graduate herself. She is a fitness instructor and former high school Spanish teacher who writes and speaks from a Christian perspective to help women rediscover joy, balance, and fulfillment in motherhood. Abby is the author of You Bet Your Stretch Marks, which encourages women to see motherhood as a meaningful vocation rather than a burden. Website: https://misformama.net/about  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/M.is.for.Mama/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MisforMama  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MisforMama/_saved/  PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

    42 min

  8. FEB 3

    Airway Dentistry, Jaw Development & The Hidden Root of Chronic Symptoms

    In this episode of the Integrative Health Podcast, Dr. Jen sits down with Dr. Paige Prather, a leading expert in airway and biological dentistry, to explore why dentistry must “zoom out” beyond teeth and aesthetics to consider the airway, jaw development, and whole-body health. Dr. Prather explains how modern dentistry and orthodontics—especially extraction-based treatments—can unintentionally shrink the airway and contribute to lifelong breathing issues, sleep disorders, and chronic sympathetic dominance. They discuss how changes in modern diet, bottle feeding, and reduced breastfeeding have altered jaw development compared to our ancestors, leading to narrower palates and compromised airways. This episode dives into common compensation patterns like clenching and grinding, TMJ pain, headaches, neck tension, sleep apnea, and behavioral challenges in children that are often misdiagnosed. Dr. Prather also highlights the role of biological dentistry in addressing hidden stressors such as cavitations and tongue ties, and how advanced appliances can guide growth and healing—often without invasive surgery. If you or your child struggle with sleep, chronic pain, anxiety, sensory issues, or fatigue, this conversation may reveal a critical missing piece. Dr. Jen talks with Dr. Paige Prather about airway dentistry, jaw development, clenching, grinding, sleep apnea, tongue ties, cavitations, and holistic dental solutions for whole-body health. Dr. Paige Prather is a leading expert in airway and biological dentistry. She specializes in evaluating jaw development, airway volume, and oral restrictions that impact sleep, nervous system regulation, and systemic health. Her work focuses on identifying root causes—such as tongue ties, cavitations, and cranial strain—and using holistic, growth-guiding dental approaches to support long-term healing in both children and adults. Website: https://airwayandbiologicaldentalcenter.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paigeprathersmilestn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paigeprathersmiles/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@paigeprathersmiles9188  PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/ CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavorites FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmom FTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored. DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

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The Integrative Health Podcast is hosted by Dr. Jen Pfleghaar. Dr. Jen is a double board certified physician (Emergency Medicine and Integrative Medicine). This podcast is meant to educate and empower about important health topics. Dr.Jen's passion is to get to the root cause of disease and prevent illness.  Dr. Jen will feature guests who are experts in their fields and experiences in all things related to Integrative Medicine. From Hashimoto's to Breast Implant Illness, Dr. Jen and her guests will cover it all! Dr. Jen's special interests include thyroid, hashimotos, PCOS, hormones, estrogen dominance, gut health, peptides, supplements, mold illness, CIRS, Lyme disease, and all Invisible illnesses.Dr. Jen Pfleghaar is a double board certified physician in Integrative Medicine and Emergency Medicine. She attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then went on to residency at St Vincent’s Mercy Medical Center for Emergency Medicine and spent one year flying with Life Flight as a flight physician. Dr. Jen now works at local emergency rooms in the community and virtually practicing Integrative Medicine. She is a graduate from The University of Arizona: Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine's fellowship program. Dr. Jen loves speaking and lectures to physicians at conferences including the AOA (American Osteopathic Association). She hosts the podcast The Integrative Health Podcast with Dr. Jen. Her own health history of Hashimoto’s (which is now in remission) sparked her interest in Integrative Medicine. She is very passionate about helping patients with chronic disease and teaching them now to let the body heal itself.  She is a published author of the book- Eat. Sleep. Move. Breathe: A Beginner's Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle. She is a board member for IDA- Invisible Disabilities Association. Her hobbies include spending time with her husband and four children, being in nature, weightlifting, caring for her chickens on her minifarm in Tennessee and reading the Bible. For more information on Dr. Jen please visit: www.healthybydrjen.com 

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