Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified MD and Nutritionist who is always looking for ways we can "save ourselves." The real needle-mover of personal developme...
Ep 50 Why Timing Matters: Aligning Your Life with Your Natural Circadian Rhythms
Did you know you can actually harness the natural cycles of your body to boost your energy, mood, and overall health?
In this episode of Save Yourself, I'll be showing you how to optimize the timing of your life through the power of circadian rhythms. From the best times to take your supplements and exercise to tips on managing sleep and eating schedules, this episode is packed with science-backed insights that will teach you how to use this amazing tool we each have.
I'll share my personal routines and experiences to help you create a framework that works for you. Get ready to feel your best, look your best, and live your best life by mastering the art of timing.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Intro
02:27 Morning sunlight is vital
04:00 Why does timing matter?
05:25 How to align your circadian clocks
06:05 If you do nothing else, do this!
07:25 The consequences of misaligned circadian rhythms
08:01 A routine sleep/wake cycle
09:02 Circadian fasting
10:20 Supplement recs
14:35 Combat that mid-day slump
15:23 The power of napping
15:58 Optimize your evening routine
18:30 Protect your sleep
19:51 Exercise for circadian rhythms
20:49 My ritual for falling asleep
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Ep 49 Health Habits for 2025: Use These 4 Tips to Kick-start Your Year
In this episode of Save Yourself, I share my health and creativity goals for 2025, including a focus on weight training, a balanced routine, and prioritizing creative projects.
We dive into the power of writing goals and creating championship statements as part of a daily practice for success. Plus, we'll discuss bone health during perimenopause and actionable tips for improving gut health, nutrition, and overall well-being in the new year.
Get inspired to set clear intentions and make 2025 your best year yet!
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Ep 48 Health Beyond the Scale: Building a Life of Health, Strength and Authenticity with Dr. Sonal Haerter
In this episode of Save Yourself, I’m joined by Dr. Sonal Haerter, a double board-certified MD in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine to dive deep into the complexities of true wellness in our modern world.
Dr. Haerter offers a unique perspective on the medications that are reshaping obesity treatment, exploring whether these innovations can help solve the obesity epidemic. We also discuss the reigning importance of lifestyle factors—exercise, proper nutrition, and mental health guidance—that will make or break your health.
Being well is much more than just weight and willpower. From simplifying daily routines to prioritizing social connections and mindset, this conversation offers valuable insights for living a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Tune in to learn how to protect your energy, be consistent, and find balance among the noise, no matter how hectic life gets.
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Ep 47 Unlock Your Brain's Potential: Exercise, Nutrition, and Supplementation With Expert Louisa Nicola
In this episode of Save Yourself, Dr. Amy Shah is joined by neurophysiologist and brain health expert - Louisa Nicola for an in-depth discussion on how to optimize your brain health. From the latest insights into disease prevention to the transformative power of exercise and creatine supplementation, Louisa shares her expertise on how women can protect and enhance their brain function. Tune in for practical tips, live audience questions, and a deeper look into Louisa's brain health programs.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Intro
03:51 Creatine For Women-Recommendations and Myths
8:25 What We Can Be Doing For Our Health In Perimenopause
13:40 Melatonin Safety
17:01 Constipation & Cognitive Disease
19:16 Why You Should Be Doing "The Farmer's Carry"
23:38 Threats to The Blood Brain Barrier
25:22 Exercise For Cancer Prevention and Treatment
30:05 Understanding VO2 Max & Training Zones
42:51 A Brain Health Expert's Exercise & Lifestyle Routine
54:57 Lifting Heavy with Joint Pain
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Ep 46 Protein Bar Reality Check: My Honest Review of the Most Popular Options
In this unfiltered episode of Save Yourself, I'm taking you behind the scenes of one of my live shows from the AmyMD Network.
The AmyMD Network is a place where I engage with the audience in real-time, answering questions and offering insightful coaching. Join me for a protein bar haul featuring all of the staples including Quest, Rx, No Cow, Kind, Power Crunch, Cliff and more!
I offer my honest, no-holds-barred review—highlighting the good, the bad and the ugly of each. While protein bars are marketed as a quick and easy snack, we’ll discuss why they shouldn’t be a regular part of your diet, while also answering questions from our live audience.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Intro
04:15 DAI: Dr. Amy Index
06:11 My Story with Protein Bars
10:04 Quest
11:30 No Cow
12:26 Kind
13:19 Power Crunch
15:31 What About the Ultra Processed Ingredients?
15:50 RX
16:57 Cliff
18:00 Think!
18:43 Protein Powders
20:43 Met-Rx
21:34 Quest Hero
22:12 Nature Valley
23:21 Collagen vs Whey Protein
24:39 A New Bar On My Radar
25:24 My Top Pick
26:02 My Trick For Protein bars
27:55 Shakes or Bars?
30:08 Use This Tip When Choosing A Bar
34:00 Live Q&A Session
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Dr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified MD and Nutritionist who is always looking for ways we can "save ourselves." The real needle-mover of personal development is accepting the reality, no one is coming to save you. Don't panic, Dr. Amy believes everyone has the ability to single-handedly transform their own health, mindset, career and life. This podcast was created to equip you with the necessary tools for shifting your approach from helpless to hero.
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