The Optimal Bio Podcast

With a background in healthcare, Katie McGinley noticed a gap in care when it came to postpartum, given 1 in 5 new mothers experience perinatal mood disorders or mental health challenges. McGinley founded Post Pamper, a postpartum retreat offering postnatal care, baby nursery, lactation support, nourishing meals, mental health support, and more.

The PSA is a blood test to screen for prostate cancer. What does this testing process look like? Listen to learn more.

The average fertility rate 50 years ago was higher than it is today. What is causing this decrease? In a followup to Clock Talk Episode 12, Dr. Brannon covers the topic of hormones in relation to fertility. 

Abigail King, MS, CNS, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of nutrition - and what "food is medicine" really means. The owner of Abigail King Functional Nutrition, Abigail details her background and what sparked her curiosity with food, chats through her career path, and details what it means to get back to nature.

Dr. Brannon is joined by Optimal Bio Nurse Practitioner, Johnny Moody, to discuss the difference between Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy and Synthetic Pharmaceuticals.

McCall McPherson, PA-C, is the visionary behind Modern Thyroid Clinic in Austin, Texas. Due to her own thyroid health crisis, McPherson sought out an integrative medicine approach to healing, which ultimately changed her path in life. Hear her story and learn about her approach to thyroid health. 

How do our hormones and the cardiovascular system interact? Dr. Brannon talks through how testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone play a role in cardiovascular health.

How does birth control affect a woman's hormones? We dive into the science behind a woman's cycle and how birth control plays a role.

Molly Baker, founder and CEO of Indie Consulting, discusses how she balances running a company and maintaining her health. WIth a busy schedule filled with travel, movement is a non-negotiable, flexibility is key, and introducing rest has been a game-changer.

Did you know that sex hormones have a lot to do with our body's immune responses? Listen to learn more!