Health Unscripted

Dr. Ashley Dwyer
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In this podcast we'll talk all things health, but with an unfiltered twist! My name is Dr. Ashley Dwyer and I am a pharmacist and health coach passionate in holistic health and wellness. I'm tired of all the BS health info floating around the web, so I'm going to do my best to educate and entertain the masses!

  1. Oct 29

    Ep 57: How To Actually Change Your "Foundations"

    You can take all the supplements, try all the biohacks, and invest in every wellness trend out there, but if your foundations are a mess, none of it is going to create sustainable results. In this episode of Health Unscripted, I'm breaking down my Foundations-First Framework and why I believe we need to stop chasing quick fixes and start addressing the habits that actually move the needle. I'm walking you through the pillars I prioritize with my coaching clients, from nutrition and strength training to sleep, stress management, and the environment you're living in. We'll talk about why tracking your food can be such an eye-opener, why building muscle is non-negotiable, how to improve your sleep, and why managing stress sometimes means setting boundaries instead of adding another supplement to your routine. Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome back! Why your foundations matter more than wellness trends 01:00 – Why I left pharmacy and stopped wanting to hand out Band-Aids 02:24 – Breaking down my Foundations First Framework 04:42 – Why consistency and your environment matter 05:00 – Nutrition: Tracking macros, meal timing, and blood sugar 06:48 – Building balanced meals with protein, fiber, and micronutrients 08:00 – Movement: Finding time to exercise with a busy schedule 09:06 – Why building muscle and moving throughout the day are non-negotiable 10:30 – Cardio, daily steps, and making incremental changes 11:21 – Sleep habits that support better recovery 12:45 – Nervous system support beyond meditation and breathwork 13:37 – Boundaries, delegation, and building your capacity to handle stress 15:00 – When supplements actually make sense 15:52 – Why your health plan needs to fit your real life 17:00 – Free resources, coaching, and next steps FREE: The 5 Pillars of Lifestyle Change Guide Want to see where your foundations could use some work? Grab my free guide and self-assessment to evaluate your nutrition, movement, sleep, nervous system support, and environment. Click here Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

  2. Oct 22

    Ep. 56 - PMOS Isn't Just A Period Problem

    PMOS Is Not Just a Period Problem I explain why PCOS is being reframed as PMOS—and why that matters for diagnosis, treatment, and insurance coverage. I compare the old reproductive-only framing with a broader endocrine and metabolic understanding, then walk through the main PMOS drivers and common approaches to treating them. To save your seat in my free, "PMOS Made Practical" webinar on 10/27, click here! Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome, context, and why I’m talking about PMOS now 01:15 - The PCOS-to-PMOS name change and what it signals 02:08 - Why the condition should be treated as endocrine and metabolic 03:05 - How PMOS became my specialty through client work 05:52 - The gap in endocrine care and why deeper testing matters 06:12 - The Rotterdam criteria used to diagnose PCOS 07:30 - Why birth control is often used to manage symptoms 07:59 - Metformin, spironolactone, and fertility medications explained 08:54 - GLP-1s and why the name change could affect coverage 10:07 - Why common treatments can become a problem when pregnancy is the goal 11:07 - The 4 PMOS driver types and why insulin resistance is most common 12:27 - Nutrition, meal timing, and why I don’t cut carbs 13:22 - Strength training, sleep, and lifestyle support for insulin-resistant PMOS 13:52 - How adrenal PMOS differs from insulin-resistant PMOS 14:21 - Stress, cortisol, DHEAS, and why adrenal PMOS can also affect insulin Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

    Ep. 56 - PMOS Isn't Just A Period Problem

  3. Oct 15

    EP. 55 - When Eating Less Stops Working...and Why!

    In this episode, I share why chronic under-eating can backfire over time. I connect my own experience with severe dieting, overtraining, and hormone disruption to what can happen when the body adapts to consistently low energy intake.I also talk about today’s pressure to get smaller, the role of GLP-1 medications in appetite suppression, and why chasing a lower number on the scale can come at the expense of long-term health, energy, and hormone function. Timestamps 00:00 — I share a personal update and explain why the episode was delayed  01:19 — I talk about my Dallas speaking trip and getting back to recording  02:18 — I discuss the pressure to be extremely thin  04:07 — I reflect on health, family, and the cost of chasing a lower scale number  05:31 — I introduce why under-eating can affect metabolism and hormones  06:57 — I explain what can happen when a calorie deficit continues over time  07:27 — I clarify the difference between “starvation mode” and metabolic adaptation  08:50 — I discuss diet breaks and adapting to a higher intake  09:20 — I connect prolonged low intake with appetite suppression and GLP-1 use  10:13 — I share my early athletic and bodybuilding experience  11:40 — I describe years of dieting, fasted cardio, and competition prep  12:05 — I recount the lab results that showed something was wrong  13:32 — I explain how under-eating and overtraining affected my hormones  14:00 — I talk about searching for answers and finally being asked about my nutrition  14:30 — I share my experience with orthorexia and rigid food rules  14:59 — I describe eating more and cutting back on training  15:25 — I reflect on reaching maintenance and feeling better  16:20 — I compare my current health and body composition with my stage-lean years  17:10 — I explain why I look beyond the scale to assess progress  18:35 — I discuss risks linked to being too lean and under-fueled  19:00 — I talk about hunger cues, menstrual cycles, ovulation, and building muscle  20:17 — I summarize how the body responds to prolonged under-eating  21:09 — I discuss hypothalamic amenorrhea and other potential signs of stress  21:38 — I explain the female athlete triad and RED-S  22:25 — I describe how I help women move out of deficits and approach future cuts  22:50 — I wrap up with encouragement for women navigating perimenopause, PCOS, or thyroid concerns  23:45 — I close the episode and thank listeners for tuning in Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

  4. Sep 17

    Ep. 54: Before You Blame Your Hormones, Look at These 5 Things

    In this episode, I’m breaking down my Foundations-First Framework—the five areas I want you to look at before assuming your hormones are the reason fat loss feels difficult. I cover calorie intake, protein and micronutrients, movement, stress and recovery, and sleep, with practical ways to strengthen each foundation. Timestamps 0:00 I introduce the Foundations First Framework1:09 Why I don’t want you to blame hormones first2:45 The five foundations I want you to check3:17 1. Calorie intake and why “healthy” can still add up5:22 Why I recommend tracking portions and macros7:30 2. Protein and micronutrients10:47 3. Movement, strength training, and daily steps13:27 How walks support resilience and blood-sugar regulation14:29 4. Stress management and recovery17:53 Why rest days matter18:23 5. Sleep and simple sleep-hygiene habits21:42 I recap the five foundations22:16 Closing thoughts and my free lifestyle self-assessmentClick here to download the freebie and assessment! Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

  5. Sep 10

    Ep. 53: We’ve Overcomplicated Women’s Health

    How the Wellness Industry Made Women’s Health Way Too Complicated In this episode, I break down why women’s health advice has become a confusing mix of supplements, testing, biohacks, and fear-based marketing. I focus on cutting through the noise and returning to the highest-impact basics first. If you’ve ever felt like your health became a full-time job, this episode is a reality check on what actually moves the needle. Timestamps 00:00 - Why women’s health has become absurdly overcomplicated  01:39 - The problem with endless wellness advice and TikTok diagnoses  02:44 - Why real concepts get turned into fear-based marketing  04:25 - How I evaluate supplements by asking “why this one?”  05:41 - Why more testing does not automatically mean better care  07:19 - The myth of always needing a “root cause” hunt  08:18 - Why optimization and biohacking can distract from basic health  09:34 - The unsexy habits that matter more than creatine or cold plunges  11:01 - What “foundations first” means for food and macros  12:30 - Protein, carbs, fats, and fiber as the nutrition base  13:30 - Why resistance training needs structure and progression  14:30 - Movement outside the gym and why steps still matter  15:00 - Sleep, recovery, and stress management as health multipliers  16:12 - Where preventive care, labs, and medication fit in  17:40 - When deeper investigation is actually warranted  18:50 - Why health should not become your entire personality  20:47 - How to build habits without overwhelming yourself  21:35 - Why GLP-1s still require foundational habits for long-term results Notable quotes “Supplements are supplemental.” “The way that you keep your results is the way that you get them.” “Your body’s not like a never-ending optimization project.” Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

  6. Sep 3

    Ep 52. Your Labs Are Normal, But You Still Feel Like Sh*t

    So Your Blood Work Is Normal, But You Still Feel Like Shit I break down why “normal” lab results can still leave you feeling exhausted, inflamed, and dismissed. I explain the gap between standard lab ranges and functional ranges, then walk through the markers I see most often miss the real picture, especially for thyroid, blood sugar, iron, vitamin D, cortisol, and sex hormones.In this solo episode of Health Unscripted, I share how I interpret lab values in practice and why symptoms matter as much as numbers. I also show how patterns like fatigue, heavy periods, hair shedding, and stubborn weight gain can point to deeper issues even when your doctor says everything looks fine. Timestamps 00:00 - Why normal labs can still leave you feeling terrible  00:57 - Normal ranges versus functional ranges  01:57 - How lab ranges are created and why that matters  02:24 - TSH as the clearest example of missed thyroid dysfunction  03:17 - Symptoms doctors often dismiss when TSH is “normal”  04:13 - Why patients often do not get enough labs  05:10 - Common panels doctors order and what gets missed  06:36 - Why A1C can look fine while insulin resistance is already present  07:27 - How thyroid, ferritin, and cholesterol are connected  09:21 - Why a full thyroid panel matters  10:20 - Iron markers that give a more complete picture  11:18 - Fasting cortisol and vitamin D as commonly overlooked markers  12:17 - Why timing matters for sex hormone testing  13:13 - How progesterone timing changes by cycle length  14:06 - Why low ferritin and normal labs still miss the real issue  15:26 - How lifestyle foundations help labs move into better ranges  15:54 - Estrogen pathways, heavy periods, and gut-liver dysfunction  17:13 - PCOS patterns and triglyceride to HDL ratio  18:07 - Why some common fat loss strategies can backfire  18:52 - Closing thoughts and how to reach me Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

    Ep 52. Your Labs Are Normal, But You Still Feel Like Sh*t

  7. Aug 27

    Ep. 51: When “Doing Everything Right” Isn’t Working

    WE'RE SO BACK!!!  Hello, all! I am superrrrr excited to announce the return of Health Unscripted! It's been far too long since I've yapped on here about all things health and wellness!  For our first episode back, I want to focus on the most common point of confusion for most women when it comes to achieving their desired goals: "I'm doing all the right things, why am I not seeing the results?!"  I hope you enjoy this episode!  If you have any questions, shoot me a DM on instagram @dr.dwyer, and visit our website at teambdncoaching.com to check out how we can help! Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

  8. 07/18/2024

    MLM's: Friend or Foe?

    Hello, Unscriptors! I have seen a SLEW of content on social media about MLM products being the cure for all kinds of things, so I wanted to give my honest opinion on them! MLM stands for multilevel marketing, which is essentially a pyramid scheme. Brands like herbalife, beachbody, doterra, monat, amare, and savvi are MLM companies! Tune in and let me know your thoughts on my thoughts! If you have any questions, find me on IG @dr.dwyer and slide into my dms! To work with my team, head to www,teambdncoaching.com Find and Follow on instagram: @dr.dwyer Check out our wesbite here: TeamBDN Coaching Apply for coaching here: Book a free discovery call with me!

    MLM's: Friend or Foe?
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In this podcast we'll talk all things health, but with an unfiltered twist! My name is Dr. Ashley Dwyer and I am a pharmacist and health coach passionate in holistic health and wellness. I'm tired of all the BS health info floating around the web, so I'm going to do my best to educate and entertain the masses!

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  • Creator
    Dr. Ashley Dwyer
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
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    © 2026 Health Unscripted
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