the empowered podcast

Are you one of many affected by the current mental health crisis? Do you often feel sad, anxious, stressed, or alone? In this episode, Austin and Erin sit down to chat with Amy Work, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Registered Play Therapist. Amy helps kids, teens, and adults dealing with mental health issues cultivate self-compassion. To learn more or reach out to Amy R. Work, LCMHC, RPT, visit her website at www.renewedcounseling.net. Amy is licensed in the state of NC and serves clients in that area.  Resources:  Kids feelings wheel Association for Play Therapy Find out what steps you need to take to improve your emotional and mental wellbeing. Order your mental vitality DX test today!

It's been two years since COVID-19 began spreading in the U.S., and while we've learned a lot about the virus behind it all, there are still new questions – and answers – every day. On this episode of the empowered podcast, we have special guest Dr. Steve Kleiboeker, a PhD Scientist within the Eurofins community. We'll reflect on where we've been in this pandemic (COVID-19 and all its variants, along with developments in vaccinations and testing) and discuss where we are now, including the recent spike in cases. How do the numbers stand as we speak? It's important to play it safe. Order our at-home COVID-19 PCR Test (FDA-Authorized) today!

Firefighters face many hazards in their everyday jobs – but “forever chemicals” in their environment could be putting their health at even greater risk. On the empowered podcast, our panel of experts explores how the firefighting community is regularly exposed to PFAS forever chemicals. We’ll dive into the evidence-based links to long-term health issues, and chat about the best way to self-test for more than 40 compounds in the blood from anywhere in the U.S. Order our self-collected PFAS Exposure™ Blood Test today!

Could your diet be impacting your energy levels? And could balancing your blood sugar give you the boost you need to get through your day? On this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin and Erin sit down with Ginny Reddick Streib, a nutrition and wellness coach, to get the scoop on how you can keep those blood sugar levels in check to feel your best. Order your Diabetes Risk (HbA1c) Test and our brand new Inflammation, Heart & Diabetes Risk Test today!

Spoiler alert: weight loss isn’t everything when it comes to achieving your health goals. Today on the podcast, we ditch the scale and chat with Brittany Jones, a registered dietitian, about the weight-inclusive movement and how it can transform how you think about health and wellness. In today’s diet-obsessed culture, it can be hard to know whether you’ve slipped into an unhealthy relationship with food and weight. Take Brittany’s 2-minute quiz and check-in with yourself and your attitudes about food, nutrition, and wellness: https://www.fyrebox.com/play/e2do9jdbebxye7jl0l/ * *This by no means should be used as a diagnostic tool - it is simply a quick 2-minute check-in that you can do with yourself.  Shop Tests: https://empowerdxlab.com/products

Back in episode 23, we covered what happens when your thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormone – but what happens if your thyroid is overactive and produces too much hormone?  In this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes take on hyperthyroidism and Graves disease – exploring what it is, how it gets diagnosed, and what you can do to take action. Order your Advanced Thyroid Test today!

Struggling with the winter blues? On this episode of the empowered podcast, we dive into seasonal affective disorder, explore how it affects your mood during the colder months, and find out what you can do to fix it. Test your vitamin D or mental vitality levels from the comfort of your home.

Wondering how certain chemicals in your environment may impact your health? On this special edition of the empowered podcast, our panel of experts explores where PFAS chemicals like PFOA (C8), PFOS and GenX are lurking in your environment, and discuss how you can test your levels from the comfort of home. Click here to order the first ever self-collected PFAS Exposure Blood Test from empowerDX. Qualitatively assess more than 40 forever chemicals with a single kit. Request bulk PFAS orders here. 

Got questions about the Omicron variant? This week, we’re doing a special update on the empowered podcast with Dr. Steve Kleiboeker, PhD, who helped develop the most sensitive PCR test on the market. Together, we'll find out what the new variant is, what it means for the pandemic, and what you can do to take action. The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice.  If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.

In this episode of the empowered podcast, Austin, Erin, and Dr. Travis Wilkes return to their discussion about Hashimoto's Disease. What are some popular misconceptions about Hashimoto's Disease? How is it diagnosed? The empowerDX podcast is for general, educational purposes only and is not medical advice.  If you have questions about your own health, please consult a healthcare provider. Visit the empowerDX Terms of Use webpage for the full podcast disclosure.