Feeling Crazy? It’s Not You – It’s Perimenopause (Here’s How to Fix It)

Are you exhausted, moody, and struggling to sleep, only to be dismissed with the usual explanation that it’s just stress or aging?

Let’s set the record straight—you’re not crazy, they’re wrong.

In this episode, we’re uncovering the truth about perimenopause with Amanda Swan, a Yale-trained nurse practitioner and founder of Swan Integrative Health and Wellness.

Amanda is on a mission to transform women’s health by empowering them with real solutions, not just surviving it.

Perimenopause is not your enemy; it’s your body’s way of signaling that it needs support.

Millions of women are left feeling exhausted, achy, and emotionally drained during this phase of life, and Amanda is here to change that.

On this episode of the Medical Disruptor, we explore why so many women experience broken, restless sleep, the hidden causes of joint pain, and the hormonal imbalances behind wild mood swings.

Amanda shares her approach to fix these issues rather than just masking symptoms.

She also explains why women often receive conflicting responses from doctors, leaving them feeling frustrated and overlooked.

If you’ve been told to “just deal with it,” this episode is a wake-up call.

Whether you’re experiencing the symptoms yourself, supporting a loved one, or preparing for what’s ahead, Amanda’s insights will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to take control of your health.

The Medical Disruptor Podcast is a show broadcasted live by Dr. Efrat Lamandre every week with the express purpose of providing free, factual, and practical functional medicine tips to help people prevent disease naturally. Through giving healthy nutrition tips, tips on intermittent fasting, managing stress through diet, and advocating self improvement for her patients, Doctor E hopes to help you take control of your health destiny and become the GameChanger in your life.
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[00:00:10] Introduction to Amanda Swan and integrative care
[00:09:05] Perimenopause symptoms explained
[00:13:00] Hormonal and lifestyle interventions
[00:19:50] Microbiome and chronic infections
[00:26:05] Reforming medical education

You asked, and now it's back by popular demand - my most requested video topic of 2024.

After thousands of messages about chronic fatigue, it's time to dive deep into what's really happening with your adrenals.

Just because exhaustion is common doesn't make it normal. Your body isn't broken - you're not imagining these symptoms. That bone-deep fatigue, those afternoon crashes, the insomnia that keeps you up at night?

They're all real signals your body is desperately trying to send.

In this video, I'm exposing why so many people are struggling with exhaustion, brain fog, and complete burnout.

Your adrenal fatigue isn't "just stress" or "all in your head." It's a real physiological response to a system that's been pushed too far for too long.

The problem isn't you.

The problem is that most providers are looking in the wrong places. They're running tests that weren't designed to catch adrenal fatigue in its early stages.

By the time these tests show anything, you're already deep into burnout. You deserve more than just surviving.

The Medical Disruptor Podcast is a show broadcasted live by Dr. Efrat Lamandre every week with the express purpose of providing free, factual, and practical functional medicine tips to help people prevent disease naturally. Through giving healthy nutrition tips, tips on intermittent fasting, managing stress through diet, and advocating self improvement for her patients, Doctor E hopes to help you take control of your health destiny and become the GameChanger in your life.
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00:00:40 - Adrenal Fatigue Overview
00:02:00 - Role of Adrenal Glands
00:07:30 - Symptoms of Fatigue
00:10:50 - Testing for Cortisol
00:17:15 - Lifestyle Changes

In this highly requested episode, Dr. Efrat LaMandre explores the truth about IV infusions and answers the big question: Are they the future of health and wellness or just another fleeting trend?

Spoiler alert: They work—and Dr. E is here to tell you why.

From their role as emergency room essentials to their rise as cutting-edge wellness treatments, Dr. E uncovers the hidden benefits of IV infusions that you need to know.

She explains how IV therapy bypasses digestion, delivers nutrients rapidly, and achieves levels of effectiveness that oral supplements simply cannot match.

This episode provides an in-depth look at how IVs deliver bioavailable nutrients directly to your bloodstream.

Dr. E also breaks down the most popular infusions, including vitamin C, magnesium, NAD+, and glutathione.

She explains why hospitals rely on IV therapy for critical care but hesitate to embrace its potential for wellness applications.

Dr. E shares actionable tips on how you can leverage IV therapy to optimize your health without giving up healthy habits.

Whether you’re exploring IV infusions for chronic health issues, enhancing physical performance, or elevating your wellness routine, this episode is packed with valuable insights that will help you decide if IV therapy is truly worth it.

Don’t miss it—because you always knew there was a better way.

The Medical Disruptor Podcast is a show broadcasted live by Dr. Efrat Lamandre every week with the express purpose of providing free, factual, and practical functional medicine tips to help people prevent disease naturally. Through giving healthy nutrition tips, tips on intermittent fasting, managing stress through diet, and advocating self improvement for her patients, Doctor E hopes to help you take control of your health destiny and become the GameChanger in your life.
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[00:01:40] What is IV Therapy?
[00:03:55] Why IV Infusions Work
[00:06:30] IV Infusions for Wellness
[00:10:15] Tailoring IV Therapy to Your Needs
[00:13:40] Benefits of specific IV infusions

By popular demand, The Medical Disruptor is back with one of the most requested episodes!

In this powerful encore, Dr. E dives into why fibromyalgia shouldn’t be seen as a final diagnosis—but rather as a starting point for uncovering the real root causes of chronic pain, fatigue, and brain fog.

Often dismissed as an "invisible illness," fibromyalgia leaves too many patients feeling unheard, ignored, and stuck in the cycle of treatments that only mask symptoms.

But Dr. E is here to challenge that.

In this episode, she exposes the shortcomings of conventional medicine’s approach and reveals the often-overlooked triggers behind chronic pain and fatigue—like gut imbalances, food sensitivities, mold exposure, and hidden infections like Lyme disease.

Dr. E shares how functional medicine empowers you to ask better questions, find real answers, and finally take back control of your health.

If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, suspect it might explain your symptoms, or are supporting someone on this journey—this episode is for you.

Don’t miss this chance to see what’s really possible for your health.

00:00:00 - Fibromyalgia: An Unacceptable Diagnosis
00:03:00 - The Invisible Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
00:06:00 - What Are the Symptoms of Fibromyalgia?
00:09:00 - Why a Fibromyalgia Diagnosis Isn't Enough
00:12:00 - The Problem With Traditional Treatments
00:15:00 - Triggers Behind Fibromyalgia Symptoms
00:18:00 - Root Causes: Microbiome, Nutrition, and Stress

Back by overwhelming demand, the Medical Disruptor brings you one of the most requested encore episodes!

In this deep dive, Dr. Efrat LaMandre explains the complexities of Hashimoto's disease, shedding light on why it’s far more than a thyroid condition.

Hashimoto’s is a clear signal that your body has been battling systemic issues for years, and addressing it requires looking beyond lab results and medication.

Dr. E breaks down the powerful connections between gut health, stress, toxins, infections, and autoimmunity, revealing how these factors disrupt the thyroid and lead to inflammation and dysfunction.

Learn why conventional medicine's "pill for the problem" approach often misses the mark, leaving the underlying issues to worsen over time.

This encore episode dives into the science behind gluten sensitivity, molecular mimicry, and how everyday choices can either harm or heal your thyroid.

Whether you’re navigating Hashimoto's yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply want a clearer understanding of autoimmune health, this episode delivers practical insights and a new way to view your health.

Packed with powerful information and Dr. E's signature wit and expertise, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

00:00:00 - What is Hashimoto's?
00:03:00 - The Role of the Thyroid as a Thermostat
00:06:00 - Exploring the Gut-Thyroid Connection
00:09:00 - Gluten Sensitivity and Molecular Mimicry
00:12:00 - Stress and Its Impact on Autoimmune Disorders
00:15:00 - Wrapping Up: A Systemic Approach to Healing

When healing becomes an endless to-do list, something's wrong.

Dr. Mary Pardee learned this the hard way. Trapped in a maze of treatments for her chronic gut issues, she discovered that the path to health isn't about doing more - it's about doing less.

In this conversation, Dr. Pardee shatters common myths about integrative medicine. Forget endless supplement protocols. Question over testing. Stop chasing every new wellness trend.

We dive deep into the gut-brain connection, exploring how emotional patterns can lock us into chronic illness - and how breaking these patterns can unlock healing.

Dr. Pardee shares the exact strategies that transformed both her health and the lives of thousands of her patients.

Think social media "health experts" are making you healthier? Think again.

We expose how the democratization of health information is both empowering patients and drowning them in confusion.

This isn't just another conversation about functional medicine - it's a roadmap to simpler, more effective healing.

Whether you're struggling with chronic health issues or simply questioning conventional approaches to wellness, prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about getting better.

Ready to transform your approach to health? Join us for an eye-opening discussion that will change how you think about healing - and show you why sometimes, less really is more.

The Medical Disruptor Live is a show broadcasted live by Dr. Efrat Lamandre every week with the express purpose of providing free, factual, and practical functional medicine tips to help people prevent disease naturally. Through giving healthy nutrition tips, tips on intermittent fasting, managing stress through diet, and advocating self improvement for her patients, Doctor E hopes to help you take control of your health destiny and become the GameChanger in your life.
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00:00:00 - Introduction to Functional Medicine
00:03:00 - The Importance of Addressing Root Causes
00:06:00 - Integrative Approaches to Chronic Illness
00:09:00 - Breaking the Chronic Illness Feedback Loop
00:12:00 - The Role of Gut Health and the Microbiome
00:15:00 - Challenges in Functional Medicine
00:18:00 - Debunking Myths About Alternative Treatments
00:21:00 - Influence of Social Media on Healthcare Perspectives
00:24:00 - Simplicity in Health Routines
00:27:00 - Practical Advice for Better Sleep
00:30:00 - Diet Simplification and Common Pitfalls
00:33:00 - Revolutionizing Healthcare Communication
00:36:00 - Why Context Matters in Functional Medicine
00:39:00 - Empowering Patients Through Knowledge
00:42:00 - Final Reflections and Closing Thoughts

If you're watching your child struggle despite trying everything the conventional medical system has to offer, this episode could change everything. In this episode, I continue the conversation with Miriam Gimal (make sure to listen to part 1 first), who's revolutionizing autism treatment through your child's gut health.

If you've noticed your child's symptoms getting worse despite traditional interventions, or if you're frustrated by treatments that only mask the symptoms, this conversation will open your eyes to what's really going on beneath the surface.

You'll discover why your child's diet might be the key you've been missing, and how simple changes could lead to breakthrough improvements. Miriam shares her innovative "Ret Rot Ret" protocol—a practical approach that's helping parents just like you identify hidden triggers and reduce inflammation naturally.

Whether you're new to the autism journey or have tried everything else, this episode will equip you with actionable strategies that go beyond traditional behavioral therapy.

From groundbreaking treatments like FMT to practical dietary changes you can start today, you'll learn why the gut-brain connection could be the missing piece in your child's wellness puzzle.

Join us to discover how parents around the world are finding new hope through holistic approaches that address the root cause of autism symptoms. Your path to helping your child thrive starts here.

00:00 Introduction

03:00 Miriam Jamal’s Journey and the Power of Mothers

06:00 Challenges in Recognizing Autism Symptoms

09:00 Discovering Key Interventions in Panamá

12:00 The Role of the Microbiome in Autism

15:00 Identifying Hidden Infections and Immune System Deficits

18:00 Health as Layers: Addressing the Root Cause

21:00 The Role of Food and Diet in Recovery

24:00 Red, Rot, Red: A Rotating Diet Strategy

27:00 The Truth About Stem Cells and Inflammation

30:00 Fecal Microbiota Transplants (FMT): The Holy Grail

33:00 Building a Comprehensive Protocol in Panamá

36:00 Not Just Autism: Broader Applications

39:00 Overcoming Medical Barriers and Taking Action

42:00 Final Words: Diagnosis Is Not a Prognosis

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