Discover how to live with vitality as Dr. Anita Lwanga and industry experts discuss practical strategies for achieving optimal health.
Empowered Wellness with Dr. Lwanga
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Discover how to live with vitality as Dr. Anita Lwanga and industry experts discuss practical strategies for achieving optimal health.
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July 18, 2026
Periods, HPV & Women's Health: What Every Woman Should Know with Dr. Loretta Duggan
<p><strong>Are girls starting puberty earlier than before?</strong> How do you know if a menstrual cycle is normal? And what are the latest advances in HPV screening and cervical cancer prevention?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of <strong>Empowered Wellness</strong>, I sit down with <strong>Dr. Loretta Duggan</strong>, a board-certified Family Medicine physician with expertise in adolescent and women's health. Together, we discuss puberty, menstrual health, HPV vaccination, cervical cancer screening, and practical guidance for parents, teens, and women at every stage of life.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn:</strong></p><p>Why puberty may be starting earlier</p><p>What a normal menstrual cycle looks like</p><p>Lifestyle habits that support menstrual health</p><p>When parents should seek medical advice</p><p>Understanding HPV and cervical cancer prevention</p><p>HPV vaccine recommendations</p><p>New self-swab HPV screening options</p><p>When Pap smears and pelvic exams are recommended</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About My Guest:</strong></p><p>Dr. Loretta Duggan, MD is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with expertise in Adolescent Medicine and the founder of Her Health in Athens, Georgia.</p><p>Inspired by her own experience with painful, heavy periods, Dr. Duggan is passionate about helping teens and young women confidently navigate menstrual, reproductive, and sexual health through compassionate, evidence-based care. She believes education and early support empower women to make informed decisions about their health throughout every stage of life.</p><p>Dr. Duggan earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine and has extensive experience caring for patients with hypertension, diabetes, bronchitis, and preventive health needs. She is recognized for her patient-centered approach, attentive listening, and commitment to helping patients feel informed and supported.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Dr. Loretta Duggan</strong></p><p>🌐 Website: https://www.herhealthga.com/</p><p>💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loretta-duggan-md</p><p>📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorettadugganmd</p><p>🎵 TikTok: @lorettadugganmd</p><p>▶️ YouTube: @lorettadugganmd</p><p>📘 Facebook: @Dr.LorettaDuggan-HER Health</p><p>Follow Dr. Loretta Duggan on social media and share this episode to help educate more women and families about menstrual health, HPV prevention, and women's wellness.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Me:</strong></p><p>I am Dr. Anita Lwanga, an Internal Medicine specialist at South End Medical in Regina, Saskatchewan. I provide specialist care for adults with complex medical conditions, including diabetes with complications, hypertension with related complications, heart failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, and follow-up care after hospital admissions.</p><p>My practice is referral-only. If your family doctor or nurse practitioner believes you would benefit from specialist care, they can send a referral by fax to 306-565-3929.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Healthcare providers can find referral information at:</strong></p><p>🌐 https://www.drlwanga.com</p><p><br></p><p>Through Empowered Wellness, I share conversations with physicians, researchers, and health experts to help you better understand your health, make informed medical decisions, and build a healthier future through evidence-based education.</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may benefit from this conversation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Disclaimer:</strong> This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The information shared should not replace consultation with your physician or another qualified healthcare professional. Always seek professional medical advice before making changes to your healthcare, medications, or treatment plan.</p>
July 4, 2026
Faith, Food & Lifestyle Medicine: Building Health That Lasts with Dr. Amanda Adkins
<p><strong>Can faith influence your health?</strong><strong> </strong>What role do nutrition, movement, sleep, and community play in preventing chronic disease?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of <strong>Empowered Wellness with Dr. Anita Lwanga</strong> sits down with <strong>Dr. Amanda Adkins</strong>, a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, to discuss how lifestyle medicine empowers people to prevent—and in many cases improve—chronic conditions through sustainable daily habits.</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Amanda shares her inspiring personal journey from childhood obesity to becoming a physician dedicated to helping others live healthier lives through evidence-based lifestyle changes. She also explains how faith, purpose, and practical habits can work together to support lasting health and well-being.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're living with diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or simply looking to improve your health, this conversation offers practical, compassionate guidance rooted in both science and personal experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>What lifestyle medicine is and why it matters</p></li><li><p>The six pillars of lifestyle medicine</p></li><li><p>Why nutrition is often the foundation for better health</p></li><li><p> Practical first steps for improving diabetes alongside medical care</p></li><li><p>The importance of social connection for longevity</p></li><li><p>How spirituality and faith can support healthy lifestyle habits</p></li><li><p>Dr. Amanda's inspiring personal transformation through plant-based living</p></li><li><p>Why small, consistent lifestyle changes lead to lasting health<br></p></li></ul><p><strong>About Our Guest</strong></p><p>Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, health coach, and founder of Adkins Enlightenment Lifestyle Medicine.</p><p><br></p><p>Her mission is to help people take the best care of themselves for long-term health and happiness through practical, evidence-based lifestyle changes. Dr. Amanda combines medical expertise with health coaching to empower individuals to prevent and manage chronic diseases using nutrition, movement, restorative sleep, stress management, healthy relationships, and other pillars of lifestyle medicine.</p><p><br></p><p>Inspired by her own remarkable health transformation, she advocates for a whole-food, plant-predominant lifestyle that is sustainable, realistic, and low maintenance. Having personally overcome childhood obesity and maintained a plant-based lifestyle for more than three decades, she brings both professional expertise and lived experience to every patient and coaching relationship.</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Amanda is passionate about helping people improve their health so they can live with greater energy, purpose, and joy while fulfilling what matters most in their lives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Dr. Amanda Adkins</strong></p><p>🌐 Website: <a href="https://www.dramandamd.com/"><u>https://www.dramandamd.com/</u></a></p><p>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-adkins-28071a39/"><u>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-adkins-28071a39/</u></a></p><p>▶️ YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj7HwQ88Xn1FhK5eKtoOIkw"> <u>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj7HwQ88Xn1FhK5eKtoOIkw</u></a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Dr. Anita Lwanga & South End Medical</strong></p><p>Dr. Anita Lwanga is an Internal Medicine specialist at South End Medical in Regina, Saskatchewan. She provides specialist care for adults with complex medical conditions, including diabetes with complications, hypertension with related complications, heart failure, COPD, chronic kidney disease, and follow-up care after hospital admissions.</p><p><br></p><p>Her practice is referral-only. If your family doctor or nurse practitioner believes you would benefit from specialist care, they can send a referral by fax to 306-565-3929.</p><p><br></p><p>Healthcare providers can find referral information at:</p><p>🌐 <a href="https://www.drlwanga.com/"><u>https://www.drlwanga.com</u></a></p><p><br></p><p>Through “Empowered Wellness with Dr. Lwanga” shares conversations with physicians, researchers, and health experts to help people better understand their health, make informed medical decisions, and build healthier lives through evidence-based education.</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may benefit from this conversation.</p>
June 20, 2026
Hormones, Strength Training & Healthy Aging with Dr. Esra Shermadou
<p><strong>How do hormones, strength training, and healthy habits affect the way we age?</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Empowered Wellness, I sit down with <strong>Dr. Esra Shermadou</strong>, a board-certified family medicine physician and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, to discuss women's health, hormone changes, muscle health, and healthy aging.</p><p><br /></p><p>She shares her personal journey through cancer treatment and premature ovarian insufficiency, experiences that inspired her passion for women's health, hormone therapy, obesity medicine, and lifestyle change. We discuss the important role hormones play throughout life and why understanding them can help women make informed decisions about their health.</p><p><br /></p><p>We also explore why strength training is one of the most powerful tools for healthy aging. She explains how maintaining muscle can support metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, protect bone health, and help women remain active and independent as they get older.</p><p><br /></p><p>Our conversation also covers nutrition, including the importance of protein and fiber, along with sleep, movement, and other lifestyle habits that support long-term wellness. This episode offers practical insights for women who want to build strength, improve their health, and age with confidence.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p><p>In this episode, we discuss why hormones are important for women's health and healthy aging, and how premature ovarian insufficiency can affect long-term health. We explore the connection between menopause, bone density, and osteoporosis risk, as well as why strength training is one of the most effective ways to support muscle health, metabolism, and independence as we age.</p><p><br /></p><p>She also explains the truth behind common weightlifting myths and why women should not fear becoming bulky from strength training. We discuss how muscle health affects blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity, along with the important role of protein, fiber, sleep, and movement in supporting healthy aging. Most importantly, we share practical lifestyle habits that can help women build strength, improve their health, and support longevity.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About the Guest</strong></p><p>Dr. Esra Shermadou is a board-certified family medicine physician and a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the founder of Sakinah Health, where she focuses on women's health, hormone therapy, obesity medicine, strength training, and healthy aging.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Connect with Dr. Esra Shermadou</strong></p><p>Website: sakinahhealth.com</p><p>Fitness Instagram: @dresrasgottheiron</p><p>Instagram, Facebook, TikTok & YouTube: <strong>Dr. Esra Shermadou</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About Dr. Anita Lwanga & South End Medical</strong></p><p>I am Dr. Anita Lwanga, an Internal Medicine specialist at South End Medical in Regina, Saskatchewan. I provide specialist care for adults with complex medical conditions, including diabetes with complications, hypertension with related complications, heart failure, COPD, and chronic kidney disease. I also see patients for follow-up after a hospital admission.</p><p><br /></p><p>My practice is referral-only. If your family doctor or nurse practitioner believes you would benefit from specialist care, they can send a referral on your behalf by fax to 306-565-3929. Healthcare providers can find referral information at [www.drlwanga.com](http://www.drlwanga.com).</p><p><br /></p><p>Through Empowered Wellness, I share conversations with experts to help people better understand their health and make informed decisions for a healthier future.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Disclaimer</strong></p><p>This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional regarding your personal health concerns and treatment decisions.</p><p><br /></p><p>#EmpoweredWellness #HealthyAging #WomensHealth #HormoneHealth #StrengthTraining #BoneHealth #MenopauseHealth #Longevity</p><p><br /></p>
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