High-achieving women are burning bright, but many are also burning out. Hormones, energy, blood sugar, brain fog, anxiety, PCOS, metabolism and stress are showing up in ways that directly affect work, relationships, and personal wellbeing. Diet and lifestyle play a bigger role than most of us are ever taught.

In this episode, Sarah Stokes sits down with Dr. Kate Dwyer, Registered Dietitian and Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, and founder of Kate Dwyer Nutrition, to break down the science of hormones and energy in a way that’s simple, practical, and actually doable. Dr. Dwyer blends functional medicine principles with biochemistry and evidence-based nutrition to help women thrive through perimenopause, PCOS, GI issues, stress dysregulation, and the “always on” entrepreneurial lifestyle.

Together, they discuss:• What functional medicine actually is (and isn’t)• Signs your hormones or blood sugar may be imbalanced• Why brain fog happens — and how to fix it• Simple meal strategies for hormone + metabolic health• The link between the gut, skin, and inflammation• Mitochondria, metabolism & female energy production• Insurance coverage for nutrition counseling (zero-copay for many women)• How women can protect their energy and avoid burnout• Why saying “no” is a health strategy, not a weakness• The power of sleep, sunlight, and micronutrients• And why women deserve healthcare that listens

Sarah also shares her family’s experience starting with Dr. Dwyer and discovering that their health insurance covers nutritional and functional counseling with no copay — making this care accessible to women who rarely receive it in traditional healthcare systems.

Kate Dwyer NutritionRegistered Dietitian / Doctor of Clinical NutritionFunctional & Insurance-Based Women’s Hormone CareServing Western North Carolina & Nationwide (via Telehealth)

Website: https://www.katedwyernutrition.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/katedwyerRDEmail: kate@katedwyernutrition.comPhone: 828-490-1485

Insurance often covers nutritional counseling at $0 copay. To inquire about eligibility, contact her directly.

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This discussion is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical, financial, or legal advice. Consult your licensed medical provider for personalized care.

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