259: Test, Don't Guess: The Labs and Supplements Every Woman Needs

About this episode

Dr. Stephanie Gray discusses essential lab tests and supplements for women's health, focusing on nutrient deficiencies and magnesium.

Did you know that the birth control pill can deplete B vitamins? And that coffee, alcohol, and antacids can drain the nutrients your body needs for hormone production, quality sleep, and bone health? Most women I see in my clinic unknowingly lack key nutrients. So, in this episode, I break down which lab tests and supplements are most effective for restoring nutrient balance and supporting long-term health and vitality. Magnesium: deficiency signs, dosing, and supplement forms Muscle cramps, headaches, anxiety, and trouble sleeping could all be linked to low magnesium Constipation and restless legs often improve when magnesium levels are supported Chronic stress could increase your body’s magnesium needs Loose stools can be a sign that your magnesium dose is too high You can take different forms of magnesium for sleep, anxiety, or muscle support Bio: Stephanie Gray Stephanie Gray, DNP, MS, ARNP, AGNP-C, ABAAHP, FAARFM, is a functional medicine provider who helps men and women build sustainable, optimal health and longevity. A nurse practitioner since 2009, Dr. Gray completed her doctorate focusing on estrogen metabolism from the University of Iowa in 2011 and holds a Master's in…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Stephanie Gray

Topics covered

• nutrient balance
• lab tests
• supplements
• women's health
• magnesium
• hormone production

Keywords

• B vitamins
• birth control pill
• magnesium deficiency
• hormone production
• nutrient depletion
• supplement forms
• chronic stress

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Iowa, University of South Florida's Medical School, BioTe

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