Healthful Roots

Healthful Roots

Hosted by: Dr. Victoria Andarcia

Join Dr. Victoria Andarcia, an expert in gut health and women's hormones, as she explores topics ranging from hormonal balance, fertility, and cycle regulation to perimenopause and menopause. Tune in for expert...

Episodes

E20. Fitness & Overcoming Challenges with Fitz Koehler

Season #1

In our upcoming podcast episode, we are thrilled to feature Fitz Koehler, a renowned fitness innovator with over three decades of experience in the industry. Starting her teaching journey at the age of 15, Fitz has...
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E19. Dr. Laila Contractor on Trauma, Psychedelics, and Overcoming Adversity

Season #1

This week, I had an incredible conversation with Dr. Laila Contractor, MD an Integrative Psychiatrist. We dive into how trauma impacts brain development, the potential role of psychedelics in healing, and her...
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E17. BONUS SOLO EPISODE- Bye 2024 & What 2025 will bring!

Season #1

In this short and personal solocast, I’m sharing my goals and intentions for 2025—what’s “in” and what’s “out” as I aim for a slower, more intentional year. I reflect on the whirlwind of 2024, how burnout led me to...
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E16. Unlocking Fertility: Insights from a Reproductive Specialist and OB/GYN

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with Erica Bove, MD. She's reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) specialist and OB/GYN to dive deep into the world of fertility. We discuss the key factors that can impact your...
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E15. Exploring the Emotional Connection to Fertility with Neetu

Season #1

In this week's episode, I’m joined by Neetu Ramawad from @wake_upwellness, a passionate advocate for holistic health and women’s wellness. Together, we explore how emotional health, trauma, and fertility are deeply...
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E14. From Burnout to Balance: Dr. Dasari's Journey to Building Ayurva Medical

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with my former co-resident, Dr. Gopika Dasari, to dive into her inspiring journey from feeling burnt out as a night-shift physician to creating a fulfilling career with her own company,...
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E13. Starting Fresh: Ashley Cramer’s Reinvention from Nursing to Nutrition, Fitness, and Wellness.

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with Ashley Cramer, who shares her inspiring journey of navigating perimenopause and redefining her career. Join us as we discuss her journey, the challenges of perimenopause, and her...
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E12. Fueling Hormonal Health with Kristina von Oertzen

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with Kristina von Oertzen from Bloom Lab Health who specializes in helping perimenopausal and menopausal women navigate the hormonal shifts that come with this transition. We dive into the...
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E11. The Hair Health Comeback: One Woman’s Story of Healing

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with a special guest who shares her personal journey of overcoming hair loss after coming off birth control. As a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor and True Cellular Detox...
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E10. Glow from the Inside Out: Skin Health Secrets with Dermatologist, Dr Mina

Season #1

In this episode, I sit down with a seasoned dermatologist, Dr. Mary Alice Mina to explore the powerful connection between your lifestyle and your skin. We dive deep into how your gut health, nutrient deficiencies, and...
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E9. Nourish Your Body with Ashley McIntyre, Clinical Nutritionist

Season #1

💡 Key Highlights: 1. How to build a balanced plate that fuels your energy and health 2. Connection between gut health, hormones, and overall well-being 3. Practical tips on making nutrition approachable and enjoyable....
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E8. Acupuncture/Herbal Medicine for Fertility

Season #1

In this recent podcast with the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Sharon McDermott. We explored how acupuncture and herbal medicine can play a supportive role in fertility, even for women undergoing...
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