The DUTCH Podcast
Welcome to The DUTCH Podcast, your go-to source for all things hormones! Join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and a lineup of top functional health experts as we dive into the fascinating world of hormonal health and discover how the DUTCH Test can help. Whether you’re navigating any number of hormonal issues like dysmenorrhea, fertility, weight gain, or menopause or you’re dealing with testosterone issues, this podcast aims to break down complex topics into easily digestible insights. Tune in every Tuesday to hear from respected leaders in hormone research and get practical advice to help you manage your health - or the health of your patients - with confidence. Get ready for enlightening conversations that make hormone science approachable and actionable.
Episodes
164 episodes
The Hormones Behind Hair Loss: Androgens, Cortisol & Thyroid
In this episode, Dr. Rubaina Dang and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton explore the root causes of hair loss in women, particularly the information that standard labs can miss. Dr. Dang and Dr. Smeaton also dive into the hormones driving hair loss, optim...
Reassessing the Menopausal Transition: Estrogen, Bone Remodeling & Early Intervention
In this episode, Dr. Margaret Beeson joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone health, estrogen decline during perimenopause, and the importance of family history as a predictor of bone health and risk of osteoporosis. Dr. Beeso...
Choosing the Right Progesterone Prescription: A Discussion on OMP & Vaginal Progesterone
In this episode, Dr. Felice Gersh joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman for a deep-dive on progesterone: its physiological roles, concerns around standard-of-care prescribing practices, and more. Their conversa...
Optimizing GLP-1 Outcomes: Starting, Managing & Discontinuing Therapy
In this episode, Dr. Bindiya Gandhi joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore GLP-1 receptor agonists through a whole-person, root-cause lens with a particular focus on women’s health. Their discussion also covers: H...
Chronic Stress, Hormones & Healing from the Inside Out
This conversation between Dr. Sonya Jensen and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton covers the science of how stress disrupts female hormone health and the emotions women carry that perpetuate that disruption. They also discuss the physiological mechanisms ...
Root-Cause Protocols for PMS & PMDD: Test Markers, Lifestyle & Supplementation
In this episode, Dr. Saru Bala and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the connection between hormones, the nervous system, and mood, specifically PMS and PMDD, from an integrative medicine perspective. Their discussion also highlights...
An Update to the Serum-Saliva Debate for Transdermal Hormone Therapy Monitoring
In this episode, Dr. Mark Holthouse joins Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman to take a closer look at a recent peer-reviewed publication from Precision Analytical, Inc. in Frontiers in Reproductive Health, examining how d...
Cracking the Hashimoto’s Code: Toxins, Stress & Smarter Testing
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discusses Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with Inna Topiler, a board-certified clinical nutritionist who shares her personal experience and health journey with Hashimoto’s. Their discussion also covers:&n...
The Estrogen Myth: Rethinking Hormone Therapy & Breast Cancer Risk
Join us for this episode with Dr. Jenn Simmons, an integrative breast surgeon and oncologist, alongside host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman. This conversation deepens the discussion from a previous episode on hormones and brea...
How Estrogen Shapes Women’s Health & Longevity
In this episode, Dr. Asare Christian and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss female longevity and health span. Dr. Christian brings his unique perspective as a former pain specialist who discovered that many of the chronic conditions he was treating wer...
A Practitioner’s Guide to Stress Patterns, Cortisol & Recovery
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Donielle Wilson discuss Dr. Donielle’s clinical philosophy, research findings, and personal journey around understanding and treating stress. Their discussion also covers:
Hormones, Sleep & Brain Health: Understanding Alzheimer’s Prevention
In this insightful episode, Dr. Heather Sandison and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the root causes of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's, how a naturopathic approach differs from conventional medicine, and practical strategies for brain health at a...
What Triggers Acne? Optimizing Hormones & Gut Health
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton sits down with Dr. Bryant Esquejo, ND to unpack acne through a functional medicine lens, moving far beyond the surface to explore what’s really happening inside the body. Dr. Esquejo and Dr. Smeat...
Test Before You Prescribe: A Low Testosterone Case Study Review
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH Founder Mark Newman discuss a case study published in Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal in which Mark himself was the patient. The case covers the step-by-step hormonal and metabo...
What the DUTCH Test Reveals About Stress, Inflammation & Immune Health
Join Dr. Allison Smith and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton for this episode as they share expert insights into how hormones, the HPA axis, and lifestyle factors influence immune health, injury risk, sleep, and overall well-being during perimenopause and men...
Menopausal Hair Loss & Innovations in Hair Restoration
In this episode, Dr. Alan Bauman and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the complexities of hair restoration, particularly focusing on menopausal hair loss in women. This discussion also explores:Understanding female pattern hai...
How Holistic Health Transforms Fitness For Women
In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn and Jenn Pike explore the complexities of women's health, particularly in relation to exercise, nutrition, and hormonal balance. Jenn also shares her journey from working with professional athletes to focusing on eve...
Thriving in Perimenopause: How to Navigate Hormonal Shifts & Weight Gain
In this insightful episode, Dr. Mariza Snyder and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton delve into the often-overlooked topic of perimenopause, shedding light on its complexities and the challenges women face during this transitional phase. This episo...
How Data Is Revolutionizing Healthcare: Prediction, Prevention & Longevity
In this engaging episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Darshan Shah explore the evolution of healthcare towards a more patient-centered, data-driven approach, particularly in the realm of longevity medicine.This episode also covers:
How Peptides Are Redefining Longevity & Aging
In this episode, Dr. Smeaton and Dr. Paulvin delve into the emerging field of peptides in functional medicine, including the impact of peptide therapy on patients and assessing their use in treatment protocols. This conversation als...
Skin Barrier Breakdown & How Hormones Modulate Inflammation
In this episode, Kiran Krishnan discusses the critical role of the skin microbiome in overall health, emphasizing its impact on skin barrier function and the consequences of dysbiosis. Dr. Smeaton and Kiran also discuss:...
The Science of Relationships, Mind-Body Health & Longevity
In this conversation, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Dr. Molly Maloof discuss the critical role of relationships and social connections in promoting longevity and overall health. This episode also explores:The science behind min...
Ovarian Aging, Progesterone Decline & Hidden Drivers of Early Perimenopause
In this conversation, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and Cynthia Thurlow discuss critical aspects of women's health, focusing on ovarian senescence, perimenopause, and the impact of lifestyle choices on hormonal health. This episode also covers...
Building a Supplement Routine for Hormone Balance
In this conversation, Dr. Joanna Matras-Godziejewicz discusses the essential components of building a hormone dispensary and emphasizes the importance of understanding the hormone hierarchy.This discussion also explores:Vario...
Exploring Estrogen & Advanced Breast Cancer Screening
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Simmons, Mark Newman, MS, and Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss advancements in breast cancer screening, estrogen and breast cancer, and the gaps in provider education regarding hormone therapy.This conversation al...
