It's HERTIME with Cody Sanders

Cody Sanders
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The Its Hertime with Cody Sanders is a podcast aimed to change the conversation about periods and women's hormonal health. Your period is supposed to simply just show up each month, without the pain and emotional upheaval that so often comes for the ride of hormonal imbalance. Cody Sanders and her guests dive deep into the root causes and discuss holistic solutions that can lead to healthy and happy hormones at every age and stage of a woman's life.

  1. 3d ago

    Looking Upstream: The Root Cause of Hormone, Thyroid & Metabolic Issues with Deborah Maragopoulos EP347

    Send us Fan Mail Many women are doing everything "right." They're eating healthy, taking supplements, exercising, seeing specialists, getting labs done… and yet they still feel exhausted, inflamed, anxious, hormonally imbalanced, unable to lose weight, struggling with sleep, gut issues, thyroid symptoms, autoimmune conditions, or fertility challenges. So what if the problem isn't a lack of effort? What if the real issue is happening further upstream? In this fascinating episode of The It's Hertime Podcast, Cody sits down with Deborah Maragopoulos, FNP—better known as "The Hormone Queen"—to discuss the powerful role of the hypothalamus, a small but critical part of the brain that helps regulate hormones, metabolism, sleep, digestion, stress response, immunity, fertility, body temperature, and much more. Drawing from more than 30 years of clinical experience working with complex chronic illness cases, Deborah explains why so many women feel dismissed, why normal labs don't always mean optimal health, and why addressing symptoms alone often fails to create lasting healing. Together, Cody and Deborah explore the connection between stress, the nervous system, thyroid function, gut health, autoimmunity, metabolism, and hormone balance—and what women can do to support the body's communication systems naturally. If you've ever felt like you've tried everything and still don't feel like yourself, this conversation may connect some important dots. In this episode, we discuss: • What the hypothalamus is and why it matters  • Why women can feel terrible despite "normal" lab results  • The connection between stress and hormone signaling  • How nervous system overload impacts metabolism and health  • Why thyroid symptoms persist for some women even on medication  • The relationship between gut health, inflammation, and hormones  • Hashimoto's, autoimmune disease, and chronic stress patterns  • Weight loss resistance, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and sleep disruption  • Why so many women feel stuck despite doing all the right things  • Practical ways to support the body's communication systems naturally Connect with Deborah Maragopoulos: Instagram: @deborahmaragopoulosfnp  https://www.instagram.com/deborahmaragopoulosfnp/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTwDjUWkxsANSmh2wF5ltSg Website:  https://genesisgold.com Free Gift for It's Hertime Listeners:  https://thehormonequeen.com/hertime Connect with Cody: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/codyjeansanders/ Mixhers:  Use Code: Cody for 15% off If this episode helped you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it. Your support helps us reach more women with empowering health education. Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    1h 5m

  2. May 26

    The Gut Health Episode Every Woman Needs ft. “The Poop Fairy” Marina Ortega EP346

    Send us Fan Mail Most women have been taught to normalize bloating, constipation, fatigue, food sensitivities, brain fog, and hormone symptoms… but those symptoms are often the body trying to communicate something deeper. In this gut health episode every woman needs to hear, Cody sits down with gut health educator and “Poop Fairy” Marina Ortega to talk about constipation, detoxification, parasites, colonics, drainage pathways, nervous system health, and why proper elimination matters more than most women realize. Marina is the Founder of Scottsdale Hydrotherapy and Co-Founder of Trust Your Gut. After battling chronic constipation, parasites, mold toxicity, and debilitating fatigue herself, she became passionate about helping women understand digestion, drainage pathways, detox support, and the gut-brain connection in a realistic and approachable way. Together, Cody and Marina unpack:  • Why constipation is so common in women  • Signs your drainage pathways may be sluggish  • The connection between gut health and hormones  • How stress impacts digestion and elimination  • Why detox can sometimes make people feel worse  • Parasites, cravings, anxiety, and inflammation  • Coffee enemas, castor oil packs, colonics, and affordable at-home tools  • The nervous system’s role in bloating and gut dysfunction  • Why healing doesn’t have to be extreme or expensive This episode is funny, eye-opening, educational, and incredibly validating for women who feel bloated, inflamed, exhausted, hormonally off, or dismissed by conventional approaches. LINKS: Follow Marina Ortega:  Instagram Website Follow Cody Sanders:  Instagram: @codyjeansanders Learn more about Mixhers:  https://www.mixhers.com Shop Mixhers supplements:  https://www.mixhers.com Use code CODY for 15% off. If you loved this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another woman who needs to hear this conversation. Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    51 min

  3. May 19

    Your Body Remembers Everything | The Mind-Body Connection with Dr. Anne Dunev EP345

    Send us Fan Mail What if the symptoms we experience are actually important clues about what the body is navigating beneath the surface? In today’s episode, Cody sits down with naturopathic practitioner and certified homeopath Anne Dunev for a deep conversation about the powerful connection between stress, hormones, gut health, mindset, and chronic illness. After her own battle with ulcerative colitis and being told she may never fully recover, Anne began asking deeper questions about what was happening physically, emotionally, and neurologically. That search led her into over 30 years of studying how the body responds to stress, unresolved emotional patterns, infections, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance. Together, Cody and Anne explore: Why so many women feel dismissed when labs come back “normal”The connection between chronic stress and hormone dysfunctionHow gut symptoms are often tied to the nervous systemWhy unresolved emotional stress can affect physical healingThe relationship between inflammation, cortisol, and digestive issuesThe importance of learning the language of symptoms instead of suppressing themAnne also shares how her work has incorporated principles from Dianetics, a self-development philosophy created by L. Ron Hubbard that explores how past experiences, stress patterns, and subconscious reactions may influence emotional and physical well-being. Cody and Anne discuss the broader idea that the mind and body are deeply connected and that healing often requires addressing both physiology and perception. This episode is thoughtful, layered, and eye-opening for anyone who has ever felt like they’ve been searching for deeper answers about their health. Whether you’re struggling with hormone imbalance, digestive symptoms, chronic stress, burnout, or simply trying to understand yourself better, this conversation will leave you looking at healing through a completely different lens. Connect with Anne: Website www.annedunev.com Instagram @annedunev Connect with Cody:  Instagram: @codyjeansanders Use code CODY for 15% off at Mixhers. Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    1 hr

  4. May 12

    A Deep Dive with Cody | What HTMA Reveals About Hormones, Stress & Women’s Health EP344

    Send us Fan Mail In this deep dive episode, Cody Sanders breaks down Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and explains why it has become one of her favorite tools for understanding women’s health through an entirely different lens. This conversation goes far beyond “just minerals.” Cody explores how stress, burnout, nervous system dysregulation, blood sugar instability, trauma, hormone imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, PCOS, fertility struggles, and menopause all influence the body’s internal terrain — and why so many women feel exhausted, inflamed, anxious, and dismissed despite being told their labs look “normal.” You’ll learn how the body adapts to chronic stress over time, why minerals are foundational for energy and hormone signaling, and how healing shifts when we stop fighting the body and start understanding what it’s been trying to communicate all along. Throughout the episode, Cody shares powerful client stories that illustrate how rebuilding the body’s terrain through nourishment, mineral support, nervous system regulation, blood sugar stability, and recovery can completely change a woman’s healing journey. In This Episode, We Cover: What HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) actually isWhy minerals matter for hormones, metabolism, and nervous system regulationThe connection between chronic stress and mineral depletionWhy women can have “normal” thyroid labs but still feel hypothyroidCellular energy, mineral balance, and hormone signalingFast oxidizers vs. slow oxidizers explained simplyHow HTMA can reveal stress adaptation patternsPCOS through a terrain-based and nervous system lensWhy restriction and overtraining can backfireThe importance of mineral reserves before pregnancyHow menopause can expose underlying depletion patternsAutoimmunity, burnout, and loss of resilienceWhy healing is about support, not punishmentHow nervous system regulation changes everythingKey Takeaways Symptoms are communication, not failureThe body adapts to the environment it believes it’s living inHormones cannot be separated from the terrain they operate withinMineral balance affects energy production, stress resilience, thyroid function, detoxification, blood sugar regulation, and nervous system healthMany women are functioning in survival mode without realizing itHealing often begins when the body finally feels safe enough to stop compensatingResources and Links: Learn more about Cody’s CALM Framework Interested in HTMA testing and mineral balancing support? Connect with Cody: Reach out at cody@mixhers.com, and put HTMA in the subjest title to request a consultation. Instagram: @codyjeansanders Use code CODY for 15% off your order at Mixhers.com If You Loved This Episode Please share this episode with another woman who Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    50 min

  5. May 5

    Why Personalization Matters in Women’s Health | Epigenetics, Hormones, and Stress—Explained Simply with Becca Roses EP343

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever thought… “I’m doing everything right… so why isn’t this working?” This episode is going to connect some major dots. Because what if it’s not that your body is broken… …it’s that your body needs something different? In today’s conversation, Cody sits down with Becca Roses, founder of Mind Body Genes, to break down epigenetics in a way that actually makes sense—and actually applies to your life. You’ll learn how your genes act as a blueprint… but your lifestyle, stress, and environment determine how that blueprint is expressed. And why two women can follow the exact same plan—and get completely different results. In This Episode: What epigenetics actually means (in real life, not textbook language)Why “doing everything right” can still leave you feeling stuckHow your genes influence your stress response and nervous systemThe connection between epigenetics and hormone balanceWhy some women struggle more with PMS, heavy periods, or perimenopauseHow to start supporting your body without overwhelmKey Takeaways: Your body is not random—it’s respondingYour genes are not your destiny, they’re your blueprintStress sensitivity is not a weakness—it’s informationHormone symptoms often point to deeper patternsPersonalization is the missing piece for so many womenLINKS Connect with Becca: Instagram: @mindbodygenesWebsite: https://www.mindbodygenes.comWork with Cody: CALM ResetHTMA TestingInstagram @codyjeansandersMixhers: https://www.mixhers.comUse code CODY for a discountDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    45 min

  6. Apr 28

    Why You're Still Tired, Inflamed and Not Losing Weight (Even When You're Doing Everything "Right") with Annie Yatch EP342

    Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything “right”… eating well, taking the supplements, showing up for your life… …but you’re still exhausted, stuck, or not seeing the results you expected— this episode is going to connect some major dots for you. Because sometimes… it’s not about doing more. It’s about what’s happening underneath it all. Your nervous system. In this episode of It’s Hertime, Cody sits down with Annie Yatch, who brings a fascinating perspective from her background in counterterrorism—where she was trained to identify hidden threats before they became visible problems. Now, she applies that same lens to high-performing women, helping them uncover the internal patterns, nervous system overload, and subconscious dynamics that quietly keep them stuck… even when everything on the outside looks like it should be working. This conversation is powerful, eye-opening, and deeply validating for any woman who has ever asked: “Why do I feel this way when I’m doing everything right?” ⸻ What You’ll Learn in This Episode • Why doing “all the right things” still isn’t enough for many women • How your nervous system quietly shapes your energy, hormones, and capacity • The concept of internal vs external threats—and why internal ones matter more • How being “the strong one” can actually keep you stuck • The connection between your home life, stress patterns, and physical health • Why your body won’t respond if it doesn’t feel safe • Practical ways to begin regulating your nervous system today • How to finally shift from pushing harder → to actually feeling better ⸻ Key Takeaway You cannot out-diet, out-supplement, or out-strategize a body that doesn’t feel safe. When you begin supporting both your nervous system and your physical body… that’s when your energy shifts, your hormones respond, and things start to feel lighter. ⸻ 🔗 Resources & Links Learn more about Annie Yatch: WEBSITE Follow Annie on Instagram: HERE! Support your hormones with Hertime: USE CODE: CODY Explore Cody’s CALM Program (join the waitlist): HERE! Follow Cody on Instagram: HERE! ⸻ Loved This Episode? If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who’s been feeling stuck or exhausted. And if you haven’t already, make sure you’re subscribed to It’s Hertime so you never miss a conversation like this. Your body isn’t broken. It’s communicating. And when you learn how to listen… everything changes. 🩷 Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    44 min

  7. Apr 21

    Why Your Body Isn’t Responding Anymore: Midlife Fitness, Burnout & Hormone-Smart Exercise | Heike Yates EP341

    Send us Fan Mail If you feel like your body suddenly stopped responding in your 40s or 50s… you’re not imagining it. You’re eating well. You’re trying to stay active. You’re doing what used to work. And yet — you still feel exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from your body. In this episode of It’s Hertime, Cody sits down with midlife fitness expert Heike Yates to unpack what’s really happening in your body during this phase of life—and why pushing harder is often the exact thing working against you. With over 35 years in the health and fitness space, Heike brings a grounded, compassionate approach to helping women rebuild strength, confidence, and energy in midlife—without burnout, extremes, or unrealistic expectations. Together, they explore the deeper layers of midlife health—where hormones, metabolism, stress, identity, and nervous system regulation all intersect. This is the conversation that helps you finally understand why your body feels different—and what to do about it. In This Episode, We Cover:  Why “what used to work” stops working in your 40s and 50s  The real reason your metabolism feels slower (and what’s actually happening)  How stress, hormones, and the nervous system impact fat loss and energy  The hidden layer of midlife burnout (it’s not just physical)  How identity shifts affect your motivation, confidence, and consistency  The biggest fitness mistakes women make in midlife (and how to fix them)  How to approach strength training, cardio, and recovery in a hormone-supportive way SPARK Framework explained in a simple, practical way  How to rebuild trust with your body when it feels like it’s “working against you”  A simple, realistic reset if you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or overwhelmed This Episode Is For You If:  You feel like your body isn’t responding the way it used to  You’re navigating perimenopause or menopause  You’re doing “all the right things” but not seeing results  You feel burned out, stuck, or disconnected from yourself  You want a more sustainable, realistic approach to fitness and health Connect with Heike Yates  Website: https://heikeyates.com  Podcast: Pursue Your Spark Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/  Book - Pursue Your Spark: https://amzn.to/4mD5xL7 🌿 Work With Cody If you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding what your body actually needs, Cody offers personalized support for women navigating hormone imbalance, fatigue, metabolism issues, and midlife transitions.  HTMA Mineral Testing + Coaching  Functional Lab Testing (hormones, metabolism, nutrients)  1:1 Coaching for perimenopause and menopause 👉 Join the CALM Reset Waitlist: HERE 👉 Follow Cody on Instagram:  @codyjeansanders 💛 Mixhers Support your hormones, energy, and metabolism with clean, effective supplements designed for women in every stage of life. Shop here: https://mixhers.com Use code CODY for 15% off your order 🎧 Loved This Episode?  Share it with a friend who needs to hear this  Leave a review on Apple or Spotify  Subscribe so you don’t miss future episDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

    57 min

  8. Apr 14

    What If the Air You're Breathing Is Affecting Your Fertility? with Dr. Kathryn Worrilow EP340

    Send us Fan Mail What if one of the most important factors in fertility… isn’t something you’re eating, supplementing, or tracking—but something you’re breathing? In this episode of It’s Hertime, Cody sits down with Dr. Kathryn C. Worrilow, a globally recognized expert in reproductive science and environmental health, to uncover a hidden piece of the fertility conversation that most women—and even many clinics—aren’t talking about: Air quality. With over 20 years in reproductive medicine and more than 75 scientific publications, Dr. Worrilow shares how invisible airborne contaminants can directly impact reproductive health, embryo development, and pregnancy outcomes. And here’s where it gets especially eye-opening— this research began inside IVF labs. Environments that are meant to be some of the most controlled and protective… yet even there, air quality has been shown to significantly influence success rates. Which raises a bigger question: If it matters that much there… what about the air we’re exposed to every day? In this conversation, we explore: •The moment Dr. Worrilow realized air quality could be impacting fertility outcomes •What’s actually in the air (and how it affects the body) •Why this matters even if you’re trying to conceive naturally •What most fertility clinics aren’t talking about •The data behind improved IVF success rates with better air quality •Simple, practical ways to improve the air quality in your home This episode is a powerful reminder that your body is constantly responding to its environment—and sometimes, the most overlooked factors are the ones that matter most. Whether you’re on a fertility journey, supporting someone who is, or simply want to create a healthier space for your body to thrive, this conversation will open your eyes in the best way. ⸻ Connect with Dr. Kathryn Worrilow & LifeAire Systems: •Website: https://lifeaire.com •Learn more about their air purification technology for healthcare and fertility clinics ⸻ Work With Cody: If you’re ready to better understand what your body has been trying to tell you, Cody offers personalized testing and support through her private practice. •HTMA Mineral Testing + Coaching •Functional lab testing (hormones, metabolism, nutrients) •1:1 support for women navigating hormone imbalances, perimenopause, and menopause Email her at cody@mixhers.com ⸻ Mixhers: Support your hormones, energy, and metabolism with clean, effective supplements designed for women. Shop here: https://mixhers.com Use code CODY for 15% off your order ⸻ Loved this episode? Share it with a friend, leave a review, and help more women better understand their bodies and the environments they live in. Did you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes. Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE! Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know! Follow Cody Instagram: @codyjeansanders

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The Its Hertime with Cody Sanders is a podcast aimed to change the conversation about periods and women's hormonal health. Your period is supposed to simply just show up each month, without the pain and emotional upheaval that so often comes for the ride of hormonal imbalance. Cody Sanders and her guests dive deep into the root causes and discuss holistic solutions that can lead to healthy and happy hormones at every age and stage of a woman's life.

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  • Creator
    Cody Sanders
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    347
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 It's HERTIME with Cody Sanders
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