If you’ve ever been told “your lab work is normal” but still feel exhausted, bloated, or like your metabolism is working against you—this episode is for you.
Today, I’m joined by Dr. Simran Rattan, a triple-board-certified expert in Family Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Health & Wellness Coaching. She’s the founder of Kartar Health and a Clinical Mentor at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.
We dive deep into:
✅ Why normal blood work doesn’t always mean optimal health—and how functional lab ranges give a clearer picture
✅ Signs your hormones are imbalanced (that often get missed!)
✅ PCOS beyond fertility—what it reveals about insulin resistance and why so many women don’t get properly screened
✅ Why gut health, stress, and digestion impact your hormones more than you think
✅ The importance of fiber & why an all-carnivore diet isn’t ideal
✅ How calorie counting is more about awareness of what you’re NOT eating (and why deficits can backfire)
✅ How to create a life filled with meaning & joy for true well-being
Dr. Rattan and I also discuss why hormone therapy alone isn’t a magic fix—you need to address sleep, stress, diet, digestion & gut health for real results. Plus, we break down how to take proactive steps NOW to prevent chronic disease and optimize your health as you age.
🎧 Tune in now!
📲 Follow Dr. Rattan: @kartarhealth | @simranrattanmd
📥 Download her free guide: Elevate Your Quality of Life Blueprint
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