No BS Health With Dr. Kristina Telhami

Dr. Kristina Telhami
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Host Dr. Kristina Telhami discusses all things health and wellness with no filter. From gut health, hormones, dating, nutrition, fitness, social media, beauty, and more, she covers it all through meaningful conversations with experts and inspiring guests. Dr. Kristina Telhami is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Certified Functional Medicine Specialist, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and a best selling author. She works with various young women struggling with digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, eating disorders, acne, weight loss, and mindset through diet and lifestyle changes, as well as Functional Medicine lab testing. Be sure to follow her on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami. You can also visit her website drkristinatelhami.com to read blog posts and see what else she offers!

  1. 5d ago

    Ask Dr. Kristina Telhami: Your Most-Asked Health Questions Answered

    You asked, I'm answering. 🎙️ In this episode, I'm answering some of the health and wellness questions I get asked ALL the time—from supplements and cortisol to bloating, acne, coffee, protein, birth control, and more. We're keeping this one conversational and straight to the point. No overcomplicating wellness, no telling you that you need 15 supplements, and no pretending there's one perfect answer that works for everyone. In this episode, we're talking about: If I could only choose a few supplements, what would they be?How do you actually know if your cortisol is high?Is it normal to be bloated every day?Does hormonal acne automatically mean your hormones are imbalanced?Is coffee actually bad for your hormones?How much protein do women really need?My thoughts on hormonal birth controlDo you need electrolytes every day?Are probiotics actually worth taking?Should you eat before a morning workout?Which wellness trends I wouldn't waste money onThe health habits I think are completely underratedThis episode is your reminder that health doesn't need to be as complicated as the internet makes it seem. Symptoms are clues, context matters, and more supplements, more restriction, and more wellness rules aren't always the answer. Consider this your rapid-fire health Q&A with a functional medicine practitioner who wants you to understand your body—not become obsessed with optimizing every second of your life. Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  2. Sep 7

    How to Stay Healthy While Traveling Without Ruining Your Vacation

    Traveling doesn't have to mean choosing between enjoying yourself and staying healthy. In this episode, I'm sharing exactly how I approach wellness while traveling—from the airport and hotel breakfast to restaurants, road trips, European vacations, cocktails, sleep, movement, and everything in between. I'll share the realistic strategies I use to stay grounded in my health without obsessing over every meal or feeling like I need to "make up" for vacation when I get home. In this episode, we'll cover: What I eat and pack for the airportHow I stay hydrated while flyingHow I approach alcohol on vacationHow I order at restaurants without being overly restrictiveEating pasta, bread, dessert & enjoying local foodMy approach to hotel breakfastsEasy road trip food ideasHow I manage sleep and jet lagHow I stay active without feeling like I need to work out constantlyWhat I bring in my travel wellness bagWhat I do when I get home—and why I DON'T believe in detoxing after vacationMost importantly, we'll talk about the mindset behind it all: your healthy lifestyle should be flexible enough to survive a vacation. You should be able to travel, eat the pasta, have the wine, sleep in, explore a new city, enjoy time with the people you love—and come home without feeling like you've completely "fallen off the wagon." Because wellness isn't about being perfect. It's about creating habits that allow you to live your life, too. ✈️💗 Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  3. Aug 24

    Wellness Myths That Need to Die: What I Actually Want You to Stop Doing

    There is SO much health and wellness advice online—and a lot of it sounds convincing because it uses words like “hormones,” “detox,” and “inflammation.” But just because something is trending doesn't mean it's actually necessary for your health. In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the biggest wellness myths I wish women would stop feeling pressured to follow. From going gluten- and dairy-free to detox teas, seed cycling, hormone-balancing supplements, food sensitivity tests, low-carb diets, intermittent fasting, and the idea that “normal” labs automatically mean you're healthy. We'll talk about what actually deserves your attention, where some of these trends came from, and why your health should be personalized instead of dictated by the latest TikTok trend. In this episode, we'll cover: Whether everyone really needs to be gluten- or dairy-freeWhy detox teas aren't the answerThe truth about seed cycling and “hormone-balancing” foodsWhy I don't believe everyone needs hormone-balancing supplementsWhat you should know about food sensitivity testingWhether women actually need to avoid carbohydratesThe pros and cons of intermittent fastingWhy “normal” blood work doesn't always tell the whole storyThe biggest wellness myth of all: that you have to be perfect to be healthyMy goal isn't to tell you that every wellness trend is completely useless. It's to help you understand when something actually makes sense for you—and when you're just spending money, restricting your diet, or creating unnecessary stress. Because wellness should make your life better, not smaller. 💗 Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  4. Aug 17

    My 10 Non-Negotiables for Feeling My Best

    In this episode, I'm sharing my 10 personal health non-negotiables—the simple habits that keep me feeling energized, strong, grounded, and healthy without making wellness feel restrictive or overwhelming. We'll talk about why I prioritize protein, morning sunlight, walking, quality sleep, strength training, gut health, hydration, stress management, regular blood work, and—one of the most underrated ones—boundaries. I'll also share how I balance these habits with real life, because being healthy doesn't mean eating perfectly, never going out, or saying no to everything fun. It's about creating a strong foundation that allows you to enjoy your life, too. In this episode, we'll cover: Why protein is one of my biggest nutrition prioritiesThe simple morning habit that supports my energy and sleepWhy walking is one of my favorite forms of movementHow I prioritize sleep and recoveryWhy strength training matters for womenHow I support my gut healthWhy I believe in knowing your blood workThe ways I manage stress in real lifeMy approach to hydration and electrolytesWhy setting boundaries is actually a health habitYou don't need to do everything perfectly. These are simply the habits I consistently come back to—and the foundation that allows me to live a healthy life without feeling like I have to live a perfect one. 💗 Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  5. Aug 10

    If I Had to Start My Health Journey Over, Here's Exactly What I'd Do

    If you woke up tomorrow struggling with acne, bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, or just feeling "off," where would you even begin? With so much conflicting health advice online, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what actually matters. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact step-by-step approach I'd take if I had to start my own health journey from scratch. As a Doctor of Pharmacy and Functional Medicine Practitioner, I'm walking you through the order I recommend focusing on your health—from building a strong foundation with nutrition and lifestyle habits to understanding your body's symptoms, getting the right blood work, supporting your gut, and knowing when supplements or functional testing are actually necessary. We'll cover:  The biggest mistakes people make when starting their health journey  Why you shouldn't jump straight to supplements  How to identify patterns in your symptoms  The blood work I recommend starting with  Lifestyle habits that make the biggest impact  When to consider gut health and hormone testing  A simple roadmap to help you stop guessing and start making informed decisions Whether you're just beginning your wellness journey or feel like you've tried everything without getting answers, this episode will help you simplify the process and focus on what truly moves the needle. Because healing isn't about doing everything at once—it's about doing the right things in the right order. 💗 Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  6. Aug 3

    The Wellness Trends Actually Worth Your Money (And the Ones I'd Skip)

    The wellness industry is full of products, gadgets, and trends promising to transform your health, but are they actually worth the investment? In this episode, I'm sharing my honest opinion as a functional medicine practitioner on the wellness trends I think deserve the hype—and the ones I believe are overrated. From red light therapy and saunas to protein, creatine, Pilates, blood work, air purifiers, and water filters, I'm breaking down what I'd personally spend my own money on and why. We'll also talk about some of the biggest wellness fads that I think are overhyped, so you can stop wasting money on things that don't move the needle and start focusing on the habits that truly support your health. Whether you're just starting your wellness journey or looking to invest more intentionally, this episode will help you separate evidence-based strategies from expensive marketing. In this episode, we'll cover:  The wellness habits I think are worth investing in  Why blood work is one of the best health investments you can make  My thoughts on red light therapy, saunas, Pilates, and creatine  The importance of prioritizing protein and quality sleep  Whether air purifiers and water filters are worth it  Wellness trends I think are overrated  How to build a healthier lifestyle without spending a fortune Because the truth is, the healthiest people aren't necessarily buying every new wellness gadget, they're consistently doing the basics really well. 💗 Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  7. Jul 27

    Can You Drink Alcohol and Still Be Healthy? A Functional Medicine Perspective

    Whether it's a date night, vacation, wedding, or girls' night out, alcohol is a part of many people's lives—but can you still prioritize your health while enjoying a drink? In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what I do before, during, and after drinking alcohol as a functional medicine practitioner. We'll talk about how alcohol affects your hormones, gut health, sleep, blood sugar, and recovery, along with simple, realistic strategies to help you feel your best without obsessing over perfection. We'll cover:  Is alcohol ever "healthy"?  My personal approach to drinking  Why I never drink on an empty stomach  The best food to eat before a night out  My go-to alcohol choices  Hydration and electrolyte tips  How I recover the next day  The biggest mistakes people make after drinking This isn't about eliminating alcohol or encouraging it—it's about making informed choices, supporting your body, and remembering that one night out doesn't define your health. Because true wellness is built through consistency, not perfection. Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

  8. Jul 20

    A Week of Eating Like a Functional Medicine Practitioner

    In this episode, I breakdown what a full day of eating looks like for me. I share my favorite breakfast options, easy lunches, dinner and more! I also share what I buy at the grocery store and my favorite brands when I shop. You can find my full grocery shopping guide if you subscribe to my email list at drkristinatelhami.com. Support the show Don't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!

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Host Dr. Kristina Telhami discusses all things health and wellness with no filter. From gut health, hormones, dating, nutrition, fitness, social media, beauty, and more, she covers it all through meaningful conversations with experts and inspiring guests. Dr. Kristina Telhami is a Doctor of Pharmacy, Certified Functional Medicine Specialist, Certified Integrative Health Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and a best selling author. She works with various young women struggling with digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, eating disorders, acne, weight loss, and mindset through diet and lifestyle changes, as well as Functional Medicine lab testing. Be sure to follow her on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami. You can also visit her website drkristinatelhami.com to read blog posts and see what else she offers!

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