On Health for Women

My hope is to give you an overview of herb safety during pregnancy with practical advice on when to be cautious and what are allies that we can turn to.“We know that about 90% of pregnant women who go in for prenatal care will come out with a pharmaceutical recommendation, a prescription, at some point during the pregnancy.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to www.avivaromm.com/herbal-medicines-in-pregnancy-safety/

Thirty years ago I used Dr. Leo Galland's book to raise my kids allergy-free. Today we're talking about his new book, The Allergy Solution.“One of the things that isn’t really understood about allergies is that allergic reactions are actually protective responses.” - Dr. Leo GallandJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/leo-jonathan-galland/

Medical gender bias is killing women. The medical field doesn't take our concerns seriously, which is why it's time for us to speak up."We’ve learned somewhere along the line that voicing our real needs, expressing our dissatisfactions, our discomfort, our pain, is whining." - Aviva RomJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/medical-gender-bias/

It takes new moms a lot of effort to get a diagnosis of hypothyroidism. Learn what's normal, when to get tested, and how to pursue treatment postpartum.“When your thyroid is not working properly, it has an impact on pretty much every system in your body.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/new-moms-thyroid/

If you have Hashimoto's this is the episode for you. Izabella Wentz is a pharmacist with Hashimoto’s, and she is targeting the root causes of the disease.“I really encourage people to make sure that they take charge of their own health and that they become an educated consumer.” - Izabella WentzJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/izabella-wentz/

Depression has so much to do with inflammation, so today I’m talking about turmeric, an herb that can decrease inflammation and help with your depression.“One of the effects of turmeric is that it contains chemicals in it that prevent or fight inflammation once it takes hold.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to www.avivaromm.com/women-turmeric-depression/

Tired of too many detoxes? Today Dr. Deanna Minich talks about her new book, Whole Detox, taking into account the whole human instead of just the physical.“To me, a toxin is anything that stands in the way of our growth and healing.” - Dr. Deanna MinichJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to www.avivaromm.com/deanna-minich/

Today I'm talking about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, which that affects over 5 million women in the U.S., and what natural approaches you can take to help.“You can reduce or eliminate any of the stresses that you don’t have to have. So stop saying yes to so many things - say no to things that you don’t have to take on.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/pcos-natural-prescription/

Today I'm talking about detoxing before pregnancy, why it’s important, whether it’s important for you, and how to do it safely.“From conception on, babies are getting a lot more than our genes.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/detox-before-getting-pregnant/

Today I'm talking about one of my favorite safe and natural remedies, magnesium, which can be used to treat so many difference problems.“What you’ll notice is that you need to take magnesium for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks to get the maximum benefits.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/magnesium-for-relaxation/ 

Today I'm talking to Dr. Larry Rosen about the epidemic of overmedication of our children for behavioral issues and what we can do about it. “Something like over 3/4 of kids report moderate or severe stress in the past school year.” - Dr. Larry RosenJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/larry-rosen/

Today I’m talking all about fever in kids: what you need to know, the safety and risks of medications, and gentle alternatives you might consider using.“Fever is at the top of the list of the three conditions parents are most afraid of their kids getting.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/natural-fever-treatments/

Today I'm talking to Terri Cole, a psychotherapist and coach, whose upcoming course Real Love gives you the tools to attract and create love in your life.“When you look at the things that are alluding you, they are stemming from an unresolved original injury. If you can connect the dots backwards in your life, you will find what that is.” - Terri ColeJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine.

Today I’m talking about what may be causing your breast tenderness and teaching you seven natural treatments to help you kiss breast tenderness goodbye. “Good bras are expensive, but they can save you years of breast, back, and neck pain and even headaches.” - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/breast-tenderness/

Today I'm talking to Alexandra Jamieson, whose work guides people to embrace their cravings, make peace with food, and reclaim their bodies."We put so much pressure on ourselves to be perfect that any deviation from what we’ve been doing is so challenging." - Alexandra JamiesonJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/alexandra-jamieson/

Today I’m lucky to have my friend and colleague Robyn O’Brien talking with me about food, food allergies, and her own journey as a food activist mom.“Most bodies don’t see food as foreign and don’t see it as something that’s going to cause harm, but somebody with food allergies, their system does.” - Robyn O'BrienJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/robyn-obrien/

Today I'm talking to Elaine De Santos a family health revolutionary and a certified transformational nutrition coach."What I didn’t know was those choices that I was making - reheating those boxes, going through those drive throughs, and waiting for delivery - I didn’t know that I was making this problem worse for my family." - Elaine De SantosJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine.

On today's show I’m talking about adaptogens, a whole group of herbs that can help us heal our chronic energy and stress problems."Adaptogens help your body and your mind to cope more effectively with the demands of everyday life." - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/adaptogens-beating-stress/

Today I’m talking to Kellyann Petrucci about her Bone Broth Diet, the three steps to make this diet work long term, and the success stories she’s seen.“What we want is these healthy proteins, these healthy fats, and then we want your fibrous vegetables.” - Kellyann PetrucciJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine.

Today I’m talking about what thyroid labs I run to diagnose patients and what labs you should ask for if you suspect you might have a thyroid problem. "So many women are left believing that their symptoms of depression, fatigue, joint aches, weakness, weight gain, and more are all in their head." - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine.

Today I'm talking to Dana Trentini, aka Hypothyroid Mom, about what she learned during her journey, how to pick the best doctor, and more."Please be good to yourself. Get all the help that you can and don’t feel bad to ask for it." - Dana TrentiniJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/dana-trentini/

Today I'm talking about and explaining the relationship between the gut and thyroid, and how you can help heal both with food, exercise, and supplements."The gut is the home to 70% of the body’s immune tissue." - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/gut-thyroid-connection/

Welcome to Natural MD Radio with Aviva Romm, a show about helping you make informed choices so you can take back your health."We all have within us the ability to be the CEO of our own health." - Aviva RommJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/welcome-natural-md-radio/

Listen in as I talk to creator of the Spirit Junkie Movement Gabrielle Bernstein about resolutions and habits, and how to make them really stick."I’ve been on a very steadfast practice of turning inward and looking for my peace and self worth and happiness from my internal condition, not from the outside world." - Gabby BernsteinJoin Dr. Aviva Romm as she dishes up a weekly dose of the whole truth on health and medicine. To learn more about this episode of Natural MD Radio go to avivaromm.com/gabrielle-bernstein/