Headed to Healthier | Expert Health Advice, Managing Your Health
A podcast dedicated to empowering women to live their healthiest lives. Hosted by board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Brittney Anderson Do you prioritize the health and needs of your family above your own? Do you have a hard time keeping up with when you’re supposed to have that mammogram, or Pap smear, or colon screening? Have you been diagnosed with a chronic health issue like hypertension or diabetes or have a family history of health issues that you hope to avoid in the future? Do you want to shed a few pounds but want to do it in a safe and sustainable way and don’t know where to start? Are you hoping for a fun, relatable resource to answer those health questions you forget to ask or are too embarrassed to ask your primary care physician. Girl, do you even have a primary care physician?!?!? I’m Brittney Anderson, a board-certified family medicine physician and I am glad you found this podcast. Every day in my private medial practice, I see and treat women just like you who are on this same journey, doing their best to juggle the demands of life while also desiring to become healthier become healthier, for themselves and for those who depend on them. I know you’re busy, but I also know that you’re ready to get a handle on your health. And I’m here to share with you how to get headed in the right direction. Inside this podcast, you will find practical and actionable health tips you can incorporate into your daily life, health advice from some of my awesome healthcare professionals, and relatable conversations with busy, awesome women just like you who have made their health a priority and are thriving because of it. Wherever you are on this journey, we’re all headed to healthier. So listen in, hop on your walking pad or get outside and get some steps in; or if you’re driving, get those hands at 10 and 2 and let’s dig in.
Episodes
If you’ve been feeling “off” lately — low energy, disrupted sleep, mood changes, or a dip in libido — you’re probably not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone.
In this episode of Headed to Healthier, I’m joined by Dr. Sadaf Lodhi, a board-certified gynecologist with a focus on sexual health, for a candid conversation about what really happens in the body during perimenopause and menopause, how it impacts sexual desire, a...
If you’ve been feeling constantly tired, foggy, or just not quite like yourself — it might not just be “getting older.” In today’s episode, we’re diving into one of the more common and overlooked causes of fatigue in women: iron deficiency.
We’ll cover:
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What iron does in your body (and why it’s so critical)
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Symptoms of low iron (it’s more than just tiredness!)
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Treatment options that range from food to supplements to IV ir...
What if having a good day wasn’t just about what happens to you — but what you decide it will be?
In this uplifting and empowering episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mary Leung — a triple board-certified physician and life coach — who shares a refreshing, actionable framework for creating good days on purpose, not by accident. Whether you're navigating the demands work or just feeling stuck in survival mode, this conversation offers simple...
Feel like sugar is calling the shots in your life? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into the real reasons why sugar feels so addictive — especially for women over 40 — and how you can start to loosen its grip without giving up everything sweet. From sneaky hidden sugars to the hormone connection, you’ll walk away with practical strategies to reduce cravings, stabilize energy, and feel more in control of your health.
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In this episode, we cut through the confusion to help you understand the critical differences between everyday stress and the deeper exhaustion of burnout. Join me and my guest, Dr. NJoy Mena, a psychiatrist who shares practical strategies designed specifically for busy women to protect your mental and physical health, helping you thrive instead of just survive.
Looking for Dr. NJoy after listening to this episode? Here are some li...
How much do you know about your family history?
Do you realize what a big impact knowing your family medical history can have on your journey to becoming healthier? A big one!
In this episode, Dr. Anderson discusses the importance of gathering your family medical history and making sure your physician is aware of this history!
Click here to join the 5 Day Reset to a Healthier You. This challenge will set the s...
Are you constantly juggling a million thoughts, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling to focus on tasks?
Do you wonder if there's more to your lifelong challenges with attention and organization than just being "scattered"?
In this, we dive deep into the world of ADHD in Adulthood with our special guest, Dr. Joy Eberhardt. As a physician who openly shares her own journey with ADHD, Dr. Eberhardt offers a unique and invaluable perspec...
Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Zepbound...
Are you hearing these drug names being used or talking to people who take these medications for diabetes and/or for weight loss and you have questions about them?
Are you confused about information that you've heard and want some answers from a reliable source?
Join Dr. Anderson as she shares the five things she believes you need to know about these recently hot-topic...
Stressed out?
Overwhelmed?
Looking for a simple solution?
This episode answers three key questions:
1. What if the key to managing stress was right at your fingertips?
2. How can putting your thoughts on paper actually calm your mind?
3. What are the practical steps to make journaling a powerful part of your stress-reduction toolkit?
In this episode, Dr. Anderson is joined by award-winning therapist, Crystal Mullen Johnson, the C...
Whether it's ditching glasses or pursuing a long-held desire, taking steps for yourself can be transformative.
Hear Dr. Anderson's experience with LASIK and maybe find the nudge you need for your own happiness.
Please join the facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode.
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If you loved this episode,...
Are you confused on how much sleep you need each night?
Do you get in bed and can't fall asleep and don't know what to do then?
Do you ever wonder why you wake in the middle of the night?
In this episode, I am joined by TRIPLE board-certified physician, Dr. Akudo Anokwute. Hint, one of those certifications is in sleep medicine and she joins me to drop her FIVE TIPS FOR GETTING BETTER, MORE RESTFUL SLEEP.
All of her tips are great b...
In this episode, Dr. Anderson is sharing some facts about hypertension (especially as it relates to women), the importance of knowing your BP numbers, and 5 proven ways to lower your blood pressure.
Listen in, then take action to get ensure your blood pressure is controlled.
After listening, please join the facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode.
Feeling overwhelmed by trying to decide what to have for weeknight dinners?
Spending too much on takeout and not enough time enjoying healthy, home-cooked food?
Meal prepping, or fridge prepping, is a wonderful way to ensure that you are preparing healthy meals for you and your family. Dr. Tiffani Thomas, a board-certified family medicine physician, wonderful mom, and awesome friend, joins me for this episode to discuss some of h...
Does your 2025 Bingo Card include running a 5K?
This week, I’m joined by a guest, Jessica Jackson. Jessica is an avid 5K runner and joins the episode to share her love of running 5Ks and her 5 best tips to running your first (or next 5K).
In the episode, she shares some great resources. They are linked below:
Couch to 5K: https://c25k.com/
Runkeeper: https://runkeeper.com/cms/
Nike Run Club App: https://www.nike.com/nrc-app
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Are you unsure when you should get your first (or next) mammogram?
Have you been putting it off because you've heard horror stories about them or you don't know how to get one scheduled?
In this episode, Dr. Anderson is busting all the common myths out there about mammograms, that they're too painful, too hard to schedule, take too long, etc, etc, etc. We'll also discuss the importance of getting timely mammogram screening done.
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Are you tired of jumping on the bandwagon of fad diets and trends and want a plan that you can maintain long term?
Do you have a feeling of guilt related to food?
Do you need some guidance on how a healthy plate should actually look?
I am honored to share today's episode with a great friend and teacher, Suzanne Henson. She is a registered dietitian/nutrition and I learned so much from her in my medical training. She is dropping s...
Do you struggle to drink water throughout the day?
If given the choice between water and a soda are you going to choose the soda every time?
Do you want to drink more water, you’re just not sure where to begin or how to make yourself actually do it?
Well don’t worry, friend, because this episode gets into that exactly!
In this e...
Are your knees holding you back from the workouts, hikes, or even just the daily activities you love? You're not alone. We've all been there: that nagging knee pain that just won't quit. Today, we're diving deep into how to reclaim your mobility and live pain-free.
Let's talk knees. Because as women in our 30s, 40s, and 50s, we know how important it is to stay active and feel our best.
I’m excited to welcome Dr. Shawn Johnson. Sh...
Have you ever left a doctor’s appointment and you have no idea what the plan is? You listened the whole time they were talking but you’re not really sure what the actual plan is or what you’re supposed to do next? Or, even worse, have you gotten to the point in the visit when the doctor asks you if you have any questions and you go completely blank? When all week you’ve been thinking of things to ask!
In today’s episode, we’ll br...
Making the commitment to get healthier is a big step. And I'm so proud of you for doing it and I'm right here with you for the ride!
Welcome to the intro episode of Headed to Healthier. I’m excited to present this podcast dedicated to women who lead super busy lives but are genuinely interested in getting healthier.
You can expect a new episode to drop every Wednesday morning! You can listen on your way to work, on your lunch brea...
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