Health Recoded
Hosted by a nurse, Health Recoded breaks down complex health topics into clear, human explanations that actually make sense. Each episode explores what’s happening inside the body — from hormones and metabolism, to stress and emotions — and explains how those systems show up in real life.
This podcast isn’t about quick fixes or medical fear-mongering. It’s about understanding your body, building health literacy, and creating a calmer, more confident relationship with your health. Whether you’re navigating symptoms, trying to make sense of medical information, or just want to understand your body better, Health Recoded is here to help you connect the dots.
Here is where we start making healthcare, human care.
*This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for guidance provided directly by your own medical practitioner.*
Episodes
16 episodes
GLP-1 Medications: Common Side Effects and How to Manage Them
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down GLP-1 side effects and why they occur. We’ll talk about:Why side effects happenMost common side effectsTips for managing side effects if they occurIf yo...
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Episode 16
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19:37
How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor
In this episode of Health Recoded, we discuss how to advocate for yourself at the doctor. We’ll talk about:How doctors visits are structuredThe components that make up a visitYour HIPAA rights as a patient...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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22:43
How does Testosterone affect the Body?
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down Testosterone and what it’s actually doing in the body. We’ll talk about:- Where Testosterone comes from and how it works- How Testosterone affects the different bodily systems- Ho...
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Episode 14
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23:22
How Hydration affects the Skin and why Skincare products may not be working
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down skin health and why your skincare routine may not be working. We’ll talk about:- The basic structure and function of the skin- How hydration influences skin health at a cellular level...
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Episode 13
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16:19
How the Muscular System Works and Why Lifting Changes the Body
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down how the muscular system works and how strength training affects the body. We’ll talk about:- The anatomy and physiology of the muscular system - specifically skeletal muscle- Why weig...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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23:11
How Hydration and Electrolytes affect the Body
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down hydration and what it actually works in the body. We’ll talk about:- What hydration actually means- Different electrolytes in the body and their functions- The difference between ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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15:38
How does the Immune system work and what does it mean to have healthy Immunity?
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down the Immune system and what it’s actually doing in the body. We’ll talk about:- The different components of the immune system- Innate vs. Adaptive immunity- Why you don’t always fe...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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17:55
How Cortisol affects your health
In this episode of Health Recoded, we discuss cortisol and how it affects the human body. We’ll talk about:- Where cortisol comes from- How cortisol feels in the body- Nursing tips to support healthy cortisolIf you find ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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12:45
How Emotions Live in the Body — Anger, Sadness, and Joy
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down how emotions show up in the body - namely anger, sadness, and joy. We’ll talk about:- How different emotions activate different parts of the nervous system- How different emotions phy...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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15:20
How the Menstrual Cycle affects the Female Body
In this episode, we break down the menstrual cycle and what it’s actually doing in the body. We’ll talk about:- The female anatomy- What hormones are involved throughout the cycle- What is happening in each cycle- Nursing tips f...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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17:12
How Caffeine, Stress, and Screens affect Sleep
In this episode, we break down sleep and how different things can disrupt it.We will cover:- How sleep works in the brain- How caffeine, stress, and digital screens can alter sleep- Nursing tips to help improve your sleep
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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17:55
How does Blood Sugar affect the Body?
In this week's episode, we break down blood and the difference between low and high blood sugar. In this episode, we cover:- How the body regulates blood sugar- What is the difference between low and high blood sugar- W...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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13:46
How Estrogen Shapes the Female Body
In this week's episode, we break down Estrogen and how it affects the female body.We will cover:- Where Estrogen comes from and how it works- How Estrogen affects different organ systems- What happens as Estrogen decreases
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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33:18
How GLP-1 medications affect the body and why they work
In this episode of Health Recoded, we break down GLP-1 so we can understand what it’s actually doing in the body. In this episode, we cover:-What GLP-1 is-How it works in the body-Why it affects appetite and fullness
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Episode 3
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9:45