{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Elevated Woman's Podcast","title":"The Labs That Actually Tell the Truth!","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1677,"description":"Have you ever been told your labs are “normal,” but you still feel exhausted, gain weight easily, struggle with cravings, and know something is off?If so, this episode is for you.Last episode, we talked about PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) and why it is about so much more than ovarian cysts. In this episode, I’m taking the next step and showing you the labs that actually tell the story.We’re breaking down the metabolic, thyroid, hormone, nutrient, and inflammation markers I look at in clinic, what optimal ranges look like, what it means when those numbers start trending in the wrong direction, and what you can begin doing today to support your metabolism and hormones. We’ll also discuss some of the evidence-based supplements I use in my clinical protocols for women with PMOS, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction. 💡 In this episode, we cover: Why “normal” labs do not always mean optimal health  The most important labs for PMOS and insulin resistance  Why fasting insulin matters more than most women realize  How to identify early signs of insulin resistance  Thyroid markers that are commonly overlooked  The connection between PMOS, hormones, and metabolism  Nutrient deficiencies that can worsen symptoms  The role of ferritin, vitamin D, magnesium, and inflammation  Evidence-based supplements that support metabolic health  What to do when your labs are technically normal but you still feel awful ⏱️ Chapters:00:46 Intro01:17 Why normal labs may not tell the full story04:47 The metabolic markers I check for every patient07:12 Thyroid labs that are often overlooked09:30 Hormone markers and PMOS12:04 Nutrient deficiencies and inflammation13:54 What to do when your labs are off16:46 Evidence-based supplements for PMOS and insulin resistance21:57 Core vs. extended supplement protocols22:30 Important supplement precautions and next steps🔗 Resources / LinksGet the lab guide, supplement stack, and intake form here:...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/np3oNpNh0ljhDzEH17F6L2G8sGgdXYzHb9XHV-rPQBs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wZTc3/YzhjYzU4MmU1YWUw/NTY3ZWViMWNjZjEx/ZmYxMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}