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Are you struggling with various health issues that are keeping you from experiencing a life overflowing with vibrant health? Have low energy, excessive weight, chronic fatigue, imbalanced hormones or body aches and pains robbed you of doing the things that you enjoy the most? Hi, I’m Rekishia. I’m a mom, honorably retired Air Force veteran, award-winning author, social worker and Christian Alternative Medicine provider. This show helps Christian women experience undeniable results like: more energy, reverse illness, weight and fat loss, regulated hormones, better sleep and improved mood.
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306 | Weight Loss Stalled in Menopause? 4 Natural Ways to Help Women Boost GLP-1
2026/10/11
Weight Loss Stalled in Menopause? 4 Natural Ways to Boost Your GLP-1
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Top Christian Health Podcasts!
Is your weight loss stalled in menopause, even though you're eating well and moving your body? If you're wondering how to lose weight in menopause when nothing you used to do is working, there may be a root cause worth understanding — and it isn't willpower.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own story: she never struggled with her weight through her years in the military, and even lost her baby weight within six months of having her son. Then, as she moved from perimenopause into menopause, weight started settling in her midsection, and she had no idea her hormones were behind it. She breaks down GLP-1, the natural gut hormone at the center of today's biggest weight loss conversation, why its signaling may weaken during menopause, an honest look at GLP-1 medications, and the natural ways she learned to support her body's own GLP-1.
In this episode you'll learn:
What GLP-1 is and the four jobs it does: releasing insulin, blocking glucagon, slowing stomach emptying, and signaling fullness to your brain
Why GLP-1 signaling may be less effective during menopause, and how insulin resistance fits in
What GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy actually are, why they're so powerful, and why so many people stop taking them
4 natural ways to support your own GLP-1: protein first, soluble fiber, regular movement, and sleep and stress management
Why eating protein and vegetables before carbs matters, and what the research does and doesn't show
What the 4-4-12 meal timing pattern is, and the honest state of the research on fasting and GLP-1
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: The hormone behind Ozempic is one your body already makes
0:50 — Opening & my story: from never struggling with weight to menopause weight gain
2:20 — What is GLP-1?
3:20 — The menopause connection: why you're "doing everything right" and it's not working
4:30 — An honest look at GLP-1 medications
6:45 — 4 natural ways to boost your GLP-1
9:45 — What about meal timing and fasting? (4-4-12)
11:10 — Living Well Challenge: your 4-Day GLP-1 Support Check-In
11:40 — Wrap-up, Wellness Assessment, 90-Day Wellness Reset & closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
Recommended Resources
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — The same framework that's helped women address the root cause behind stalled weight loss, not just the symptom. Details available after completing your assessment.
🥩 Good Ranchers => hormone- and antibiotic-free meat
🌿 My Book Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health
"For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul he fills with good things." Psalm 107:9
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
285 | The Overlooked Cause of Allergies in Women: Gut Health, Hormones & Immune System Connection
256 | Shrink Your Menopause Belly: Strategies for Women to Balance Hormones, Lose Belly Fat, and Restore Their Waistline
212 | Busting Menopause Belly in Women: How Intermittent Fasting Can Help
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to purchase through them.
305 | Sluggish Liver in Women Linked to Hormonal Imbalance, 3 Detox Pathways to Support Hormone Health
2026/10/04
Sluggish Liver in Women Linked to Hormonal Imbalance? 3 Detox Pathways Strategies to Support Your Health
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Top Christian Health Podcasts!
Could a sluggish liver be behind your hormone imbalance? Most of us assume hormone imbalance is only about production — too much or too little of a hormone being made. But that's only half the story: your body also has to clear hormones out once they've done their job, through three real, distinct pathways.
In this episode, timed with October's seasonal "fresh start effect," Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own story — years of exposure to toxic household cleaners, processed food, and antibiotic-raised meat — and what that did to her liver and her hormones. She breaks down the three real detox pathways your body relies on (liver, gut, and elimination), the signs your pathways might be blocked, exactly what tests to ask your doctor for, and the specific changes she made to turn it around.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why hormone imbalance may be a clearance problem, not just a production problem
The research-backed "fresh start effect" and why October is a powerful time to reset your habits
How your liver processes estrogen through a two-step chemical process called glucuronidation
What the "estrobolome" is, and how an imbalanced gut can actually reverse your liver's work
Why bowel regularity is a hormone issue, not just a digestive one — including what a healthy bowel movement should look like
How your skin and sweat play a role in eliminating environmental toxins
Common signs linked to sluggish hormone clearance, from bloating to brain fog
What tests to ask your doctor for — including a standard liver panel, comprehensive stool analysis, SIBO testing, and fecal calprotectin
The specific lifestyle changes Dr. Rekishia made to reduce her toxic load and support her body's detox pathways
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: Is your hormone imbalance a clearance problem?
0:55 — Opening: October's "fresh start effect" & my story
3:15 — The myth: hormone imbalance isn't just about production
4:15 — The three detox pathways: liver, gut & elimination
9:00 — Signs your pathways might be blocked
9:55 — Tests to ask your doctor for
11:50 — What changed for me
15:05 — Living Well Challenge: your Detox Pathway Audit
15:50 — Wrap-up, Wellness Assessment, 90-Day Wellness Reset & closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
Recommended Resources
🥩 Good Ranchers => hormone- and antibiotic-free meat
🌿 My yearly herbal celanse => Paraway Plus herbal cleanse supplement
"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me." Psalm 51:10
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
256 | Shrink Your Menopause Belly: Strategies for Women to Balance Hormones, Lose Belly Fat, and Restore Their Waistline
182 | Hormonal Imbalances Connected to Environmental Toxins & Holistic Approaches to Minimize Toxins at Home
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to purchase through them.
304 | What Is Integrative Medicine, Really? And Why It Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Health Journey
2026/09/27
What Is Integrative Medicine, Really? And Why It Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Health Journey
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you ever left a doctor's appointment with a prescription in hand — and still no answer to the question you actually asked? If you've been wondering what is integrative medicine, really, this episode is your answer.
Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own seven-year journey through being overmedicated during perimenopause — treated symptom by symptom, with no one asking why her hands and feet stayed ice-cold, her hair was thinning, her heart palpitated, and her skin stayed extremely dry. She breaks down what integrative medicine actually means, walks through her own clinical approach (starting with blood type, nutrition therapy, and fasting protocols), shares real research on how many women are turning to complementary care, and unpacks a question Jesus asked in Scripture that captures the heart of what true wholeness means — body, soul, and spirit.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why treating symptoms in isolation often leaves the real root cause untouched
Dr. Rekishia's personal story of seven years of overmedication without real answers
Her actual clinical approach: why bloodwork and blood type come first, and why nutrition and fasting protocols matter for both physical and spiritual health
Real data on how many U.S. women are turning to complementary and alternative medicine — and how that number has grown over the last two decades
Why true wholeness requires alignment across body, soul, and spirit
The Greek word behind Jesus's question, "Do you want to be made whole?" — and what it reveals about integrative medicine's core purpose
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: The question that gets to the heart of integrative medicine
0:50 — Opening & my story: seven years of overmedication
2:30 — What is integrative medicine, really?
3:20 — My integrative approach: blood type, nutrition therapy & fasting protocols
5:25 — What the research shows: women and complementary medicine
6:40 — Body, soul & spirit: the foundation of true wholeness
8:20 — The question Jesus asked: what "whole" really means
10:00 — The foundation & wrap-up
10:50 — Wellness Assessment & 90-Day Wellness Reset, and closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. 👉 Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
Recommended Resources
📖 Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health by Dr. Rekishia McMillan
"When Jesus saw him lie, and knew that he had been now a long time in that case, he saith unto him, 'Wilt thou be made whole?" St. John 5:6
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
298 | Hormonal Imbalance and Bloating in Women, 5 Natural Solutions to Support Your Body
259 | 4 Reasons for Women to Try Intermittent Fasting Now: Belly Fat, Energy, Hormones, and Mental Clarity
235 | Say Goodbye to PMS, Irregular Cycles and Menopause Symptoms: 4 Seed Cycling Benefits to Balance Hormones Naturally
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to purchase through them.
303 | Family History of Heart Disease? The Heart Disease Symptoms in Women You Can't Afford to Ignore
2026/09/20
Family History of Heart Disease? The Heart Disease Symptoms in Women You Can't Afford to Ignore
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you ever felt your heart flutter in the middle of the night — and just tried to ignore it? Understanding heart disease symptoms in women could be one of the most important things you do for your health, because heart disease is responsible for about 1 in every 5 deaths among women in this country, and only about half of women even know it's their number one killer.
In this episode, Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own story — months of nighttime heart palpitations that led her to get tested — and what that testing revealed about the connection between hormones and heart health. She breaks down why estrogen is protective for your heart, what your endothelium has to do with your cardiovascular risk, and gives you 5 real, actionable steps to protect your heart starting now.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why heart disease is the number one killer of women — and why so few women realize it
How estrogen protects your heart before menopause, and what happens when it declines
What research from the Framingham Heart Study and the WISE study reveals about hormones and heart disease risk
What your endothelium is, and why it's considered the largest endocrine organ in your body
The truth about heart palpitations — what they can and can't tell you, and why testing matters
What Lp(a) is, why it's a genetic risk marker most routine bloodwork misses, and who should ask for it
5 actionable steps to protect your heart, starting in your 30s and 40s — not just after menopause
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: What your heart might be trying to tell you
1:05 — Opening & my story: living with nighttime heart palpitations
3:30 — The hormone-heart connection: why estrogen protects your heart
6:25 — Meet your endothelium: the single layer of cells behind your cardiovascular risk
9:05 — A quick note on palpitations: why testing matters more than guessing
10:10 — 5 actionable steps to protect your heart
13:25 — The foundation & Living Well Challenge
14:10 — Wrap-up, Wellness Assessment, 90-Day Wellness Reset & closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. 👉 Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
Recommended Resources
📖 Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health by Dr. Rekishia McMillan
"I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh." Ezekiel 36:26
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
274 | How Stress Dysregulates Women's Hormones, Faith Based Tapping Restores Your Energy
235 | Say Goodbye to PMS, Irregular Cycles and Menopause Symptoms: 4 Seed Cycling Benefits to Balance Hormones Naturally
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to purchase through them.
302 | Running on Empty? The Natural Energy Boost Your Body Is Actually Asking For
2026/09/13
Running on Empty? The Natural Energy Boost Your Body Is Actually Asking For
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Looking for a real natural energy boost — not another cup of coffee that leaves you crashing by 3pm? If you've ever sat on the edge of your bed wondering why your energy disappeared, you're not alone, and it's not just in your head.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares her own story of running on empty — including a season when it took her three to four hours just to get out of bed — and the discovery that changed everything. She breaks down what's happening at the cellular level inside your mitochondria, and the four hidden things quietly draining your energy: processed foods, sugary drinks and insulin, lack of fresh air, and emotional burdens you were never meant to carry alone. Then she shares the real, practical fixes for each one.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why mitochondria are responsible for roughly 90% of your body's energy — and what happens when they're not functioning well
How processed foods interfere with healthy cellular function
What actually happens in your bloodstream when you start your day with a sugary drink, and how insulin factors in
Why the shift from outdoor, agricultural life to indoor work has impacted our health at the cellular level
The connection between emotional burdens and physical energy — including surprising research on emotional tears
Practical power foods, hydration strategies, and herbal teas that support cellular energy
Why time outdoors isn't optional for your health, backed by circadian rhythm research
The foundational, faith-based principle this entire episode rests on
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: The four hidden things draining your energy
0:45 — Opening & my story: running on empty
2:15 — Meet your mitochondria: the science of cellular energy
3:15 — 4 things making your cells sluggish: processed foods & sugary drinks/insulin
5:30 — Lack of fresh air and the shift indoors
7:00 — Emotional burdens: the hidden energy drain
9:00 — The foundation (Leviticus 17:11) & Living Well Challenge
10:00 — Wrap-up, Wellness Assessment & 90-Day Program
11:15 — Closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌸 The Women's Hormone Workshop — Go deeper into how hormones, metabolism, and body composition intersect after 40, and walk away with a clearer, more personalized picture of what your body needs. 👉 Reserve your spot on Eventbrite
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. 👉 Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
Recommended Resources
📖 Rock Your World Naturally: 7 Divine Keys to Unlock Extraordinary Health by Dr. Rekishia McMillan
🎧 The Inner Clock: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms by Lynne Peeples
🍵 Special Yerba Mate Tea for Energy
"Casting all your anxieties on him, because He cares for you." — 1 Peter 5:7
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
292 | Are You Really Hydrated? The Hidden Link Between Mineral Deficiency, Hormones & Energy in Menopause
236 | Feeling Sluggish, Moody or Battling Cravings? Unlock Energy and Balance with a Happy Hormone Breakfast
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan. Some of the links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you choose to purchase through them.
301 | Stuck on the Scale? The Weight Loss Diet Plan That Actually Works After 40
2026/09/06
Stuck on the Scale? The Weight Loss Diet Plan That Actually Works After 40
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
🎉 Celebrating 300 Episodes!
Looking for a weight loss diet plan that actually works after 40 — not another version of "eat less, move more"? If you're eating the same way you always have and the scale won't budge, you're not imagining it, and it's not a willpower problem.
In this special episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan busts the biggest myth about weight loss after 40: that your metabolism "breaks." A landmark 2021 study shows resting metabolic rate actually stays stable from ages 20 to 60 — so what's really changing? Dr. Rekishia breaks down the real forces at play — muscle loss, hormonal fat redistribution, visceral fat, and insulin resistance — and shares the exact macronutrient balance (protein, carbs, and healthy fats) your body needs now. She also opens up about her own personal journey with food, body changes in her forties, and learning to listen to her body differently.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why the "eat less, move more" approach stops working after 40 — and what the research actually shows about metabolism
How much muscle mass women lose per decade, and why that matters more than the number on the scale
The difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat, and why visceral fat carries higher health risks
How blood sugar crashes, cortisol, and stubborn belly fat feed into each other — and the simple fix
The right balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats for your body after 40 — including exact daily targets
4 practical things you can do this week to work with your changing body, not against it
How to measure real progress beyond just the number on the scale
Episode Timestamps
0:00 — Teaser: Why the scale won't move, even when nothing's changed
1:15 — Opening: Celebrating 300 episodes + today's topic
3:00 — Dr. Rekishia's personal experience with food and body changes in her 40s
4:15 — Why "eat less, move more" stops working after 40
5:15 — The three factors: muscle loss, hormonal fat redistribution, and insulin resistance
8:30 — Understanding visceral fat, blood sugar, cortisol, and belly fat
11:30 — The macronutrient balance: protein, carbs, and healthy fats
13:30 — 4 things to do this week
16:00 — Living Well Challenge: your 7-Day Macro Check-In
16:30 — Wrap-up, Women's Hormone Workshop, Wellness Assessment & 90-Day Wellness Reset
18:00 — Closing scripture
Join Dr. Rekishia
🌸 The Women's Hormone Workshop — Go deeper into how hormones, metabolism, and body composition intersect after 40, and walk away with a clearer, more personalized picture of what your body needs. 👉 Reserve your spot on Eventbrite
🌿 Free 5-Minute Wellness Assessment — A simple, no-pressure way to get clarity on what your body may be communicating. 👉 Start your assessment at wellness-check.us
💫 90-Day Wellness Reset — And if you're ready for deeper support after completing your assessment, you'll also have an opportunity to learn about my 90-Day Wellness Reset, where I help women turn what they're learning into practical, sustainable wellness habits with structure, support, and accountability.
"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body." — 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
256 | Shrink Your Menopause Belly: Strategies for Women to Balance Hormones, Lose Belly Fat, and Restore Their Waistline
184 | Busting the Myth of Building Muscle in Menopause: How to Stay Strong Into Your Forties and Beyond
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan.
300 | Hormone Imbalance and Joint Pain, What Women Aren't Being Told And How to Take Your Strength Back
2026/08/30
Hormone Imbalance and Joint Pain, What Women Aren't Being Told - And How to Take Your Strength Back
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Are you dealing with hormone imbalance and joint pain — stiff knees in the morning, achy hips, or hands that feel tight before they loosen up? If so, you're not imagining it, and it's not simply "just getting older."
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan breaks down a term researchers only coined in 2024 — the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause — and unpacks the three real, distinct forces behind hormone imbalance symptoms in your joints: inflammation, stiffness, and joint degeneration. They are not the same problem, and they don't call for the same response.
Dr. Rekishia shares what her own joints taught her after years of military service, walks through what a 2026 meta-analysis of over 93,000 women reveals about joint pain risk across the menopause transition, and gives you research-backed, practical strategies to protect your strength, mobility, bones, and joints — starting today.
You'll learn five practical areas you can focus on to support your body as estrogen fluctuates and declines: nutrition, gut health, movement, stress regulation, and sleep.
In this episode you'll learn:
What "the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause" is, and why it's a newly named area of research
How hormone imbalance affects cartilage, tendons, bone, and inflammation throughout the body
The real difference between inflammation, stiffness, and joint degeneration — and why each needs a different response
What recent research reveals about joint pain risk before, during, and after menopause
Why spine bone density can drop by up to 10% in just the first five years after your final period
Five practical, no-gym-required strategies to protect your strength, mobility, and bone health this week
How to tell when persistent joint pain needs medical evaluation instead of an at-home fix
Episode Timestamps
00:00 — Teaser: Why your joints don't feel the way they used to
01:00 — Opening: The research behind hormone imbalance and joint pain
02:15 — Dr. Rekishia's personal experience with joint health after military service
03:15 — What is the musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause?
05:00 — The three forces: inflammation, stiffness, and degeneration
09:30 — The bone health connection
10:15 — Five things to do this week for your joints and bones
13:00 — Living Well Challenge: your 7-day joint check-in
13:30 — Closing thoughts, CTA, and how to connect with Dr. Rekishia
Join Dr. Rekishia for The Women's Hormone Workshop: Sign up on Eventbrite
Start Your 5-Minute Wellness Check. No pressure—just a simple way to gain clarity about what your body may be communicating Wellness-check.us
"And the LORD will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail." — Isaiah 58:11
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
Listen to Related Episodes:
172 | Your Diet Is Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones: Discover Nutrient-Rich Foods to Achieve Hormonal Balance
168 | Dehydration and Hormonal Imbalance in Women: Simple Strategies to Stay Hydrated & Balance Hormones
184 | Busting the Myth of Building Muscle in Menopause: How to Stay Strong Into Your Forties and Beyond
Disclaimer: Information shared on this podcast and any referenced resources is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding your personal health concerns before making changes to your healthcare plan.
299 | Declining Estrogen Linked to Hormonal Symptoms, 5 Ways to Support Your Body and Relieve Symptoms
2026/08/16
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you been wondering, “Why does my body feel so different?” If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause, you may be experiencing hot flashes, disrupted sleep, brain fog, mood changes, weight gain, or changes in your joints and overall body composition.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores the important role estrogen plays throughout the body and why changes in estrogen during perimenopause and menopause can affect much more than reproductive health.
You'll discover how estrogen interacts with the brain, bones, cardiovascular system, muscles, metabolism, and other systems throughout the body. Dr. Rekishia also explains why not every symptom is simply caused by “low estrogen” and why supporting the whole body is an important part of navigating hormonal changes.
You'll learn five practical areas you can focus on to support your body as estrogen fluctuates and declines: nutrition, gut health, movement, stress regulation, and sleep.
If you're looking for natural, science-informed and faith-centered strategies to better understand your changing body, support your health, and relieve some of the challenges associated with hormonal changes, this episode will give you practical steps you can begin today.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why estrogen is much more than a reproductive hormone
How estrogen changes during perimenopause and menopause
How phytoestrogen-rich foods may support healthy estrogen activity
Why whole-food nutrition and plant diversity matter
How functional movement, resistance, and weight-bearing exercise support muscle and bone health
Why supporting your nervous system matters during hormonal changes
How box breathing, grounding, and forest bathing can support stress regulation
Why sleep disruption should not simply be dismissed as “part of menopause”
How to create a simple strategy for improving your sleep
What to consider when evaluating supplements and nutrients during menopause
How a 7-Day Estrogen Support Check-In can help you become more aware of your body's patterns
Join Dr. Rekishia for The Women's Hormone Workshop: Sign up on Eventbrite
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" But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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298 | Hormonal Imbalance and Bloating in Women, 5 Natural Solutions to Support Your Body
2026/08/09
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you been wondering, “Why am I so bloated all the time?” If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause, you're not alone. Hormonal changes can affect digestion, gut motility, stress, and fluid balance, making bloating, constipation, gas, and digestive discomfort more noticeable.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores the connection between hormonal changes and bloating in women and why your body may respond differently during this season of life.
You'll discover four common contributors to bloating: what you're eating, how you're eating, stress and the gut-brain connection, and hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Rekishia also explains the connection between hormones, digestion, bile, the gallbladder, and kidneys.
As part of the God's Medicine Cabinet™ series, Dr. Rekishia highlights ginger, an ancient medicinal food used for centuries to support digestion. You'll learn about gingerols and shogaols and what modern research suggests about ginger's potential effects on gastric motility, gastric emptying, nausea, fullness, and digestive discomfort.
If you're looking for natural ways to support digestion, reduce bloating, and better understand your changing body, this episode provides practical, science-informed and faith-centered strategies you can begin today.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why bloating can increase during perimenopause and menopause
How estrogen and progesterone changes can affect digestion
The connection between hormones, gut health, bile, and fluid balance
Why what you eat and how you eat both matter
How ginger has been used in traditional medicine
Five natural ways to support better digestion
How a 7-Day Bloating & Food Journal can help identify patterns
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"Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds—He who forgives all your iniquities and heals all your diseases." Psalm 103:2-3
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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297 | Why Can't Women Sleep? Restoring God's Rhythm for Deep Restorative Sleep
2026/08/02
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you been waking up at 2 or 3 o'clock in the morning wondering why you can't stay asleep? If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause, you're not alone. Sleep disruption is one of the most common symptoms women experience during midlife, yet many don't understand the hormonal and biological changes contributing to restless nights.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan opens God's Medicine Cabinet to explore why women experience sleep disturbances during menopause and how God's design for the body reveals practical solutions for restoring deep, restorative sleep.
You'll discover how your circadian rhythm—your body's internal 24-hour clock—works together with hormones like estrogen, progesterone, melatonin, and cortisol to regulate sleep, energy, and overall wellness. Dr. McMillan also explains why modern habits, including excessive evening light exposure and chronic stress, can disrupt these natural rhythms and offers practical, faith-centered strategies to help you partner with your body instead of fighting against it.
You'll also learn about one of God's beautiful botanicals—lavender—and how creating peaceful evening routines can help prepare your mind and body for restorative sleep.
If you've been searching for natural ways to improve your sleep, calm your mind, balance your hormones, and wake feeling refreshed, this episode provides science-backed, biblical encouragement you can begin applying tonight.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why sleep becomes more difficult during perimenopause and menopause
How your circadian rhythm regulates sleep, hormones, and energy
The role of estrogen, progesterone, melatonin, and cortisol in restorative sleep
Why nighttime awakenings and racing thoughts are common during menopause
How evening light exposure can disrupt your body's internal clock
Simple lifestyle habits that support better sleep and hormonal balance
How lavender and calming bedtime routines can help create an environment for restful sleep
A simple 7-Night Sleep Challenge to begin restoring your body's natural rhythm
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"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28–29:
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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296 | Why Am I So Tired All the Time? Olive Oil God's Liquid Gold for Women's Energy & Hormone Health
2026/07/19
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you ever wondered, “Why am I so tired all the time?”
Do you wake up exhausted—even after a full night of sleep? Are you relying on caffeine to get through your day, struggling with brain fog, or wondering why your energy isn’t what it used to be?
For many women in their 40s and 50s, fatigue can feel like an unavoidable part of aging. But what if your exhaustion is not simply about getting older? What if your body is communicating something deeper about your hormones, inflammation, blood sugar balance, stress levels, sleep, or lifestyle?
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores the many reasons women experience fatigue during perimenopause and menopause while uncovering the connection between hormones, cellular energy, inflammation, and healthy aging.
As part of the God’s Medicine Cabinet™ series, Dr. Rekishia highlights one of Scripture’s most treasured gifts—olive oil, often referred to as “God’s Liquid Gold.”
Throughout biblical history, olive oil represented abundance, healing, strength, and God’s provision. Today, modern research continues to explore the benefits of extra-virgin olive oil and its powerful plant compounds, including oleocanthal, which has been studied for its relationship with healthy inflammatory pathways.
This episode is a reminder that fatigue is not something to simply accept as “normal.” Your body was created with incredible wisdom, and understanding what it needs is an important part of faithful stewardship.
If you have been feeling exhausted, experiencing brain fog, struggling with hormonal changes, or wondering how to restore your energy naturally, this conversation will encourage you with biblical wisdom, science-based wellness strategies, and practical steps you can begin today.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why fatigue is so common during perimenopause and menopause
How changing hormones can impact sleep, mood, brain function, inflammation, and energy
What oleocanthal is and why researchers are studying its role in wellness
The connection between the Mediterranean lifestyle and healthy aging
Why healthy fats are essential for hormone health, brain function, and sustained energy
How creating “Sabbath moments” can support physical, emotional, and spiritual restoration
Practical wellness habits to help you nourish your body and honor God’s design
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"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint." Isaiah 40:31
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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295 | Why Do My Joints Hurt All of a Sudden? Menopause Joint Pain & Inflammation, How Frankincense Supports Women’s Wellness
2026/07/13
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
Have you ever wondered, “Why do my joints hurt all of a sudden?”
For many women, joint stiffness, aches, and changes in mobility can appear unexpectedly during perimenopause and menopause. What feels like “getting older” may actually be connected to hormonal changes, inflammation, collagen shifts, and how the body adapts during this season of life.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores the connection between menopause, inflammation, and joint health while helping women better understand what may be happening inside their bodies.
As part of the God’s Medicine Cabinet™ series, Dr. Rekishia highlights frankincense, a biblical botanical valued throughout history for spiritual practices and traditional wellness. She shares what modern research says about frankincense compounds and inflammation pathways, along with how she personally incorporates intentional self-care rituals into her wellness routine.
This episode is a reminder that your changing body is not something to fear—it is something to understand, support, and steward.
If you’ve been experiencing joint discomfort, inflammation, or unexpected changes during midlife, this conversation will encourage you with practical strategies, biblical wisdom, and hope.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why joint pain may increase during perimenopause and menopause
How estrogen changes can influence inflammation, collagen, and connective tissue
The connection between hormones, healthy aging, and joint support
Lifestyle practices that support wellness, including movement, nutrition, sleep, and stress management
The history of frankincense and its role in biblical wellness traditions
How intentional self-care rituals can support relaxation and overall well-being
How to approach menopause with faith, wisdom, and stewardship
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"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:10
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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294 | Menopause Got You Feeling Drained? 3 Weekly Self-Care Rituals for More Energy, Less Stress & Healthy, Glowing Skin
2026/07/04
Welcome to Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health! The Go-To Holistic Health Podcast for Christian Women Seeking to Boost Their Energy and Overall Well-Being! Blubrry Nominated as a Favorite Woman Podcaster! Ranked in the Best 15 Christian Health Podcasts!
While nutrition is one of the foundations of wellness, caring for your body also means creating intentional rhythms of rest, restoration, and self-care. During perimenopause and menopause, chronic stress, hormonal changes, and the demands of everyday life can leave many women feeling physically exhausted, emotionally drained, and disconnected from their own well-being.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan shares three simple weekly self-care rituals that have become part of her personal wellness routine and have helped her maintain healthy skin, manage stress, and support lasting energy.
Drawing from her own experience, Dr. Rekishia explains why she believes true wellness extends beyond food. She shares how caring for the body's largest organ—the skin—along with intentionally supporting the nervous system through restorative practices can help women create a stronger foundation for overall health.
You'll also discover the science behind each ritual, including what current research says about clay masks and skin health, the relaxing benefits of magnesium foot soaks, and how aromatherapy may help support stress management, emotional well-being, and healthy sleep.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply need permission to slow down and care for yourself, this episode will encourage you to embrace practical, faith-centered habits that nourish both body and mind.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why true wellness goes beyond healthy eating
How chronic stress can affect your hormones, skin, sleep, and energy
Why your skin is an important reflection of whole-body health
The benefits of a weekly Aztec Healing Clay facial and what current research says about clay-based skincare
How magnesium foot soaks can become a relaxing part of your stress-management routine
What research suggests about aromatherapy and essential oils for relaxation, sleep, and emotional wellness
How simple weekly self-care rituals can support your nervous system and overall well-being
Practical ways to create your own rhythm of restoration during menopause and beyond
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"Be still, and know that I am God." — Psalm 46:10
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do for our health is to slow down, be still, and allow our bodies the opportunity to rest, restore, and renew.
Love, Health & Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia L. McMillan
Integrative Medicine Provider | Wellness Educator | Certified Social Worker
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293 | Microplastics, Brain Fog & Hormonal Imbalance in Women, How to Protect Your Brain, Memory & Focus Naturally
2026/06/28
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Brain fog. Forgetfulness. Difficulty concentrating. Mental fatigue.
Many women assume these changes are simply a normal part of aging or menopause.
But what if there is another piece of the puzzle?
Emerging research is exploring how microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in our food, water, air, and everyday products—may influence brain health, inflammation, hormone balance, and cognitive function. While scientists are still learning about the long-term effects, this growing area of research is encouraging us to take a closer look at how our environment may impact women's health.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores one of the fastest-growing topics in environmental health and women's wellness: the potential impact of microplastics on the brain, hormones, focus, memory, and overall health.
Drawing from her own personal experience of carrying bottled water everywhere she went, Dr. Rekishia shares how a simple daily habit led her to discover the emerging science surrounding microplastic exposure. She explains where microplastics come from, how they enter the body, what current research is revealing about their presence in human tissues, and why this topic is becoming increasingly important for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
You'll also learn practical, evidence-informed strategies to reduce your exposure, support your body's natural detoxification systems, strengthen gut health, and make everyday lifestyle choices that promote long-term brain and hormone health.
Rather than responding with fear, this episode encourages women to become informed stewards of their health by focusing on what they can control and taking small, consistent steps that support the body's remarkable ability to heal and maintain balance.
In this episode you'll learn:
What microplastics are and where they are commonly found
Why researchers are studying the relationship between microplastics, brain health, and cognitive function
Why women in perimenopause and menopause should pay attention to environmental exposures
The connection between inflammation, oxidative stress, and brain health
What current research says about sweating, fiber, probiotics, and other natural elimination pathways
Simple lifestyle strategies to reduce everyday microplastic exposure
Practical ways to support brain health, focus, memory, and overall wellness naturally
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"I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
— Psalm 139:14
Love, Health and Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia
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292 | Are You Really Hydrated? The Hidden Link Between Mineral Deficiency, Hormones & Energy in Menopause
2026/06/21
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Mineral deficiency is one of the most overlooked contributors to fatigue, muscle cramps, brain fog, headaches, weakness, poor hydration, heart palpitations, and hormone imbalance during perimenopause and menopause. Many women focus on drinking more water, but true hydration and cellular health depend on the minerals that help the body function properly.
In this episode of Integrative Medicine for Energy and Health, Dr. Rekishia McMillan explores the critical role minerals play in supporting hormone balance, heart health, bone strength, hydration, energy production, and overall wellness during midlife transitions.
Drawing from her own personal health journey, Dr. Rekishia shares how persistent leg cramps, muscle weakness, and heart palpitations led her to discover the powerful connection between mineral balance and cellular function. She explains why many women become depleted during perimenopause and menopause, how gut health impacts mineral absorption, and why modern food and water sources may not provide the same mineral content they once did.
You'll learn how minerals support the body's electrical system, why they are essential for healthy heart rhythm and nerve communication, and practical ways to naturally remineralize the body through food, hydration, and lifestyle strategies.
If you've been struggling with fatigue, muscle cramps, low energy, poor hydration, or unexplained symptoms that seem to have no clear answer, this episode provides practical, faith-centered guidance to help you nourish your body from the inside out.
Why minerals are essential for hormone balance, energy production, and cellular health
How menopause increases the body's need for key minerals
The connection between mineral deficiencies and symptoms such as fatigue, muscle cramps, headaches, and heart palpitations
How gut health affects mineral absorption and utilization
Why modern food and water supplies may contain fewer minerals than previous generations
Important laboratory tests that may help evaluate mineral status
Practical ways to naturally remineralize the body through food and hydration
How minerals support the heart's electrical system and healthy cardiovascular function
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"Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can you make it salty again? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with each other." Mark 9:50
Love, Health and Blessings,
Dr. Rekishia
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betterhope1 2024/07/11
Loving this podcast!
Thank you Rekishia for diving in deep to these important health topics, to not only help women become healthier physically, but spiritually. I love ho...
Henry7370 2024/07/08
Great Podcast!
Great Information! Rekiskia is so knowledgeable and offers practical applications for so many health topics!
PeytRG 2024/03/05
False theology
She may have wisdom to offer in regard to a holistic approach to health but lacks biblical wisdom and twists scripture. I couldn’t even keep listening...
15 Minute Momma 2023/11/09
Yes yes yes!
This is a resource that is much needed today! Fantastic information and helpful to look at root causes and what we can be doing naturally to manage we...
Dr. Ioana 2023/11/03
Super helpful!
Rekisha brings a wealth of knowledge and experience interwoven with Christian faith. So grateful of her work!
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CompassionPod 2023/11/02
Amazing Work
It was a pleasure connecting with Rekishia and love the work she is doing help women like me and so many others. Cynthia Start Living Sustainable, pod...
AMC1007 2023/11/02
Amazing Health Guidance!
She shares so much guidance and tips for living healthy naturally and spiritually!
Robin Rhine McDonald 2023/11/02
Thank you, Rekishia
In a world of quick fixes, I’m so grateful for this show! Rekishia provides so many helpful, holistic resources and tips! - Robin | Vision Driven Heal...
Aussiegirl12 2023/11/02
So much information!
This podcast is a gem. The host is engaging, and I always come away learning something new.
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Such a great resource
I love that you bring this amazing topic to the world! It is so needed. Thank you for bringing these amazing tools to the world! - Mandy Lewis, Frugal...
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