Me and my co-host, Yvette, are both licensed pharmacist and certified functional medicine practitioners. In this Podcast we will be discussing our lives and how we moved from "Pills to Purpose" helping people make the difficult lifestyle changes we all know we need. We also educate our listeners in the science of our bodies and how easily our biochemistry can be manipulated.
Episode 25: Why a Normal A1C Can Hide Years of Insulin Resistance
Summary
This episode explores the often-overlooked role of insulin in health, emphasizing the importance of testing fastinginsulin levels to detect early signs of insulin resistance and prevent chronicdiseases.
Key Topics
The importance of testing fasting insulin levels
Insulin's role beyond diabetes
Signs of insulin resistance and how to detect them
Limitations of A1C as a sole health indicator
Lifestyle factors affecting insulin sensitivity
The impact of diet, stress, and toxins on insulin health
The significance of mitochondria in metabolic health
The benefits of continuous glucose monitoring
Early detection and prevention of chronic diseases
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to overlooked health markers
01:55 The role of insulin in health and disease
03:52 Why standard blood tests miss insulin resistance
07:05 Signs and symptoms of insulin resistance
10:10 The impact of lifestyle and diet on insulin
13:03 The importance of mitochondrial health
16:02 How stress affects insulin and mitochondria
19:04 Testing options and how to get your insulin checked
22:03 The significance of insulin sensitivity and resistance
25:07 Preventative health and early detection
28:00 Taking action to improve metabolic health
Resources
Yvette Robertson's Calendar - https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson (https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson)
Johann Beukes' Calendar - https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann (https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann)
Medication Reduction Specialists’ website – www.less-meds.com (http://www.less-meds.com)
Features test: https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested (https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested)
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27 Sept 2026
Episode 24: You’re Not the Patient - You’re the CEO of Your Healthcare
Summary
Johann Beukes and Yvette Robertson discuss the importance of patient awareness, medication understanding, and proactive health management, emphasizing questions to askand lifestyle factors affecting health.
Keywords
healthcare, medication, patient awareness, pharmacy, lifestyle, hormones, diabetes, medication side effects, functional medicine, patient advocacy
Key topics
The importance of asking questions about medication
The role of lifestyle and diet in health
Misconceptions about prescriptions and doctor visits
The impact of overmedication and prescription multipliers
Understanding hormones and hormone replacement therapy
The dangers of unnecessary medication and side effects
The significance of patient education and advocacy
Takeaways
Patients should ask their healthcare providers about the purpose of each medication.
Lifestyle and diet are fundamental in managing health conditions.
Over-medication often results from a lack of understanding and communication.
Patients need to be proactive and informed about their health and medications.
Functional medicine focuses on root causes rather than just symptoms.
Sound bites
"You are the CEO of your healthcare team."
"Patients often don't read the paperwork that comes with medication."
"Calcium tablets alone won't build strong bones without amino acids."
Resources
Yvette Robertson's Calendar - https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson (https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson)
Johann Beukes' Calendar - https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann (https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann)
Medication Reduction Specialists’ website – www.less-meds.com (http://www.less-meds.com)
Features test: https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested (https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested)
13 Sept 2026
Episode 23: Don’t Guess with Hormones – Test the Whole Picture
Summary
This episode explores the complex relationship betweenhormones, metabolism, and health, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive testing and personalized approaches to wellness.
Keywords
hormones, metabolism, insulin resistance, health testing, functional medicine, hormonal imbalance, cortisol, PCOS, metabolic disease, personalized health
Key Topics
The mystery of hormones and their role in health
The interplay between metabolism and hormones
The importance of insulin testing in metabolic health
How stress and lifestyle impact hormonal balance
The significance of comprehensive hormone panels
Misconceptions about lab results and health labels
The impact of PCOS and hysterectomies on young women
The importance of personalized health assessments
The role of cortisol and adrenal health
Cost-effective strategies for health diagnostics
Takeaways
Hormones act like a symphony orchestra, each playing avital role.
Insulin resistance can be present long before lab numbers show abnormalities.
Comprehensive hormone testing provides a clearer picture of health.
Lifestyle and stress significantly impact hormonal balance.
Many health issues are fixable with proper diagnosis and lifestyle changes.
Sound bites
"Hormones act like a symphony orchestra."
"Comprehensive hormone testing provides a clearer picture of health."
"Melatonin is a hormone, not just a supplement."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hormonal Mysteries and CommonQuestions
3416:37:28 The Interconnection of Metabolism andHormones
6388:51:03 Limitations of Standard Lab Tests forInsulin Resistance
9888:51:09 Understanding the Causes of High InsulinLevels
13416:38:03 The Impact of Hormonal Imbalances on YoungWomen with PCOS
16638:51:32 Symptoms and the Importance of AccurateDiagnosis
20138:51:52 The Significance of 24-Hour Hormone andCortisol Testing
23055:31:58 Restoring Hormonal Balance ThroughPersonalized Approaches
26805:32:08 What to Expect from Advanced Hormone andMetabolic Tests
302222:12:20 Real-life Examples of Misdiagnosis andCorrective Testing
334166:39:05 Empowering Patients with Knowledge andTesting
363611:05:56 Avoiding Unnecessary Supplements andCostly Mistakes
397777:46:06 Adapting Supplements as You Age and YourBody Changes
417777:46:10 The Importance of Personalized andDynamic Health Strategies
431388:52:56 The Value of Testing Over Guesswork inHealth Management
450833:19:37 How to Use Testing to Save Money andImprove Outcomes
464444:26:24 Encouraging Proactive Health Monitoringand Testing
479444:26:30 Offering Consultations and At-HomeTesting Options
502222:13:12 Final Thoughts: The Power of Knowledge inHealth
515555:33:16 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
Resources
Yvette Robertson's Calendar - https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson (https://bit.ly/YvetteRobertson)
Johann Beukes' Calendar - https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann (https://bit.ly/MRS-Johann)
Medication Reduction Specialists’ website – www.less-meds.com (http://www.less-meds.com)
Features test: https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested (https://bit.ly/getcomprehensivetested)
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