The Dr. Tyna Show

EP. 266: Check out Knew Health: www.knewhealth.com/share/drtyna. Use code DRTYNAPOD for 20% OFF for a year!

I sat down with Danielle Drori of Knew Health to have an honest conversation about the realities of health insurance, rising healthcare costs, and why more people are exploring alternatives to the traditional system. After my own frustrations with insurance, I wanted to bring Danielle on to answer the questions I know so many of you have been asking.

We discuss how health sharing works, how Knew Health differs from traditional insurance, what is and isn't covered, how pre-existing conditions are handled, and why preventative care should be a priority instead of an afterthought. We also dive into bloodwork, telehealth, maternity coverage, alternative medicine, and how taking ownership of your healthcare can give you more freedom, flexibility, and control over your health.

Check out Knew Health: www.knewhealth.com/share/drtyna. Use code DRTYNAPOD for 20% OFF for a year!

Topics Discussed:

→ Why are so many people leaving traditional health insurance?

→ How does health sharing actually work?

→ What does Knew Health cover (and not cover)?

→ How are pre-existing conditions handled?

→ Why are healthcare costs so inflated?

→ How can you save money on labs, imaging, and preventative care?

→ What are the benefits of telehealth and direct-pay healthcare?

→ How does Knew Health handle maternity and home birth coverage?

→ Can alternative medicine and naturopathic care be covered?

→ How can taking ownership of your healthcare create more freedom and flexibility?

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→ What Doctors Don't Tell You (WDDTY) | Ready to take a more informed approach to your health? Head over to https://wddty.com/drtyna to get a full 12-week digital trial subscription for just $1, plus you’ll receive the Women’s Health Report – a $27 value, completely free.

→ Tiny Health | Start improving your health with real data from Tiny Health. Get $50 off your first at-home test kit at https://tinyhealth.com/DRTYNA

→ Sunlighten | Learn more at https://sunlighten.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNASHOW to save up to $2,100 and get free shipping with your sauna purchase.

MEGAPHONE 

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:02:18 - Why Dr. Tyna Left Traditional Health Insurance

→ 00:05:48 - What Is Health Sharing?

→ 00:09:30 - Who Is Knew Health For?

→ 00:12:52 - Health Sharing vs. Traditional Insurance

→ 00:16:38 - What Does Knew Health Actually Cover?

→ 00:19:45 - Understanding Monthly Contributions + IUA Costs

→ 00:23:18 - Emergency Care, Hospitalizations + Major Medical Events

→ 00:27:12 - How Medical Bill Negotiation Works

→ 00:30:28 - Can You Use Any Doctor You Want?

→ 00:33:58 - Why Self-Pay Medical Costs Are Often Lower

→ 00:36:50 - Preventative Care Benefits Explained

→ 00:39:20 - Affordable Bloodwork + Direct Lab Testing

→ 00:43:12 - How Pre-Existing Conditions Are Handled

→ 00:48:02 - Telehealth Coverage + Acute Care Visits

→ 00:49:52 - Free Health Coaching + Self-Care Credits

→ 00:52:08 - Maternity, Home Birth + Postpartum Coverage

→ 00:55:20 - Naturopathic + Alternative Medicine Coverage

→ 00:58:02 - Supplements, Fitness + Wellness Benefits

→ 01:00:02 - Enrollment, Eligibility + State Restrictions

→ 01:02:06 - Do You Legally Need Health Insurance?

→ 01:03:32 - States Where Knew Health Is Currently Unavailable

→ 01:05:10 - Common Health Sharing Myths Debunked

→ 01:07:22 - How Health Sharing Creates Financial Freedom

→ 01:09:17 - Knew Health Discount For Dr. Tyna Listeners

→ 01:10:32 - Outro

YOUTUBE

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:05 - Why Dr. Tyna Left Traditional Health Insurance

→ 00:05:45 - What Is Health Sharing?

→ 00:09:10 - How Knew Health Differs From Traditional Insurance

→ 00:12:35 - What Does Knew Health Actually Cover?

→ 00:15:48 - Understanding Medical Cost Sharing

→ 00:19:10 - Emergency Care, Hospitalizations + Major Medical Events

→ 00:23:30 - Navigating Bills, Claims + Reimbursements

→ 00:27:15 - How Provider Networks Actually Work

→ 00:30:22 - Travel Coverage + Healthcare On The Road

→ 00:33:45 - Why Cash Pay Healthcare Is Growing

→ 00:36:20 - Affordable Labs, Imaging + Preventative Care

→ 00:39:35 - The Evexia Bloodwork Program

→ 00:43:10 - How Pre-Existing Conditions Are Handled

→ 00:46:45 - Telehealth, Acute Care + Virtual Support

→ 00:49:20 - Health Coaching + Self-Care Benefits

→ 00:51:50 - Maternity, Home Birth + Family Coverage

→ 00:54:08 - Why Healthcare Should Empower Patients

→ 00:57:30 - Do You Legally Need Health Insurance?

→ 00:58:40 - State Eligibility + Enrollment Restrictions

→ 01:00:04 - Common Health Sharing Myths Debunked

→ 01:02:22 - Financial Freedom, Retirement + Career Flexibility

→ 01:04:17 - Knew Health Offer For Dr. Tyna Listeners

→ 01:05:28 - Final Thoughts

→ 01:05:32 - Outro

Further Listening: 

→ EP. 215 | Exposing PBMs: How Pharmacy Middlemen Are Raising Your Drug Costs | Brad Hart

Check out Knew Health:

 → www.knewhealth.com/share/drtyna. Use code DRTYNAPOD for 20% OFF for a year!

Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

I sat down with Dr. Noor Al-Humaidhi, a family physician and founder of Lifestyles by Noor, to bust the most dangerous myths floating around the internet about hormone replacement therapy. We both got candid about our own perimenopause journeys, the brain fog, rage, insomnia, hallucinations, and debilitating pain, and why we almost didn't recognize what was happening to us. We dig into what was actually wrong with the Women's Health Initiative study, why women are being prescribed unnecessary pharmaceuticals instead of hormones, and why lifting heavy weights is absolutely non-negotiable for every woman in midlife.

Topics Discussed:

→ What are early signs of perimenopause? 

→ What did the WHI study get wrong? 

→ Why are women over-medicated instead of treated? 

→ Can HRT help with joint and muscle pain? 

→ Is it too late to start HRT? 

→ How does strength training protect women in midlife? 

→ What causes perimenopause rage and mood changes?

Sponsored By:

→ What Doctors Don't Tell You (WDDTY) | Ready to take a more informed approach to your health? Head over to https://wddty.com/drtyna to get a full 12-week digital trial subscription for just $1, plus you’ll receive the Women’s Health Report – a $27 value, completely free.

→ Manukora | Head to https://manukora.com/DRTYNA to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook!

→ KION | Visit https://getkion.com/drtyna for 20% off

→ Sunlighten | Learn more at https://sunlighten.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNASHOW to save up to $2,100 and get free shipping with your sauna purchase.

→ BIOptimizers | For an exclusive offer, go to https://bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA for 15% off + a FREE MassZymes bottle. Limited time, while supplies last.On This Episode We Cover:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:55 - Dr. Noor's Perimenopause Story

→ 00:05:34 - Dr. Tyna's Perimenopause Story

→ 00:09:20 - Postpartum Mental Health + Hormones

→ 00:10:35 - Why So Many Women Miss Perimenopause

→ 00:14:55 - Early Perimenopause Symptoms

→ 00:17:10 - Anxiety, Insomnia + Perimenopause Rage

→ 00:19:50 - Why Women Are Overmedicated + Undertreated

→ 00:21:31 - Hormones vs Symptom Management Medications

→ 00:23:41 - Why Dr. Noor Starts Hormones Early

→ 00:25:20 - Common HRT Myths

→ 00:27:15 - What The Women's Health Initiative Got Wrong

→ 00:30:31 - Hormones, Cardiovascular Risk + Older Women

→ 00:32:52 - Individualized HRT Approaches

→ 00:34:08 - Why Doctors Need To Listen To Women

→ 00:36:08 - Missing Hormone Symptoms In Practice

→ 00:39:04 - Estrogen, Chronic Pain + Inflammation→

00:41:12 - Why Women's Pain Is Often Dismissed

→ EP. 299 | How to Navigate Perimenopause Without Losing Your Sanity | Dr. Mariza Snyder

Check Out:

→ Instagram: @AskDrNoor 

→ TikTok: @AskDrNoor 

→ YouTube: @AskDrNoor 

→ Practice website: https://www.lifestylesbynoor.com/

→ Personal website: https://www.drnoorwellness.com/

Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

Produced by: Drake Peterson

In this episode, I'm breaking down the difference between lean mass loss and actual muscle loss, where the widely repeated “40% muscle loss” claim came from, and what the latest research really shows. I also dive into metabolic dysfunction, fatty infiltrated muscle, anabolic resistance, strength training, protein intake, and why muscle quality matters far more than most people realize.

If you've been worried about losing muscle on a GLP-1, are currently taking one, or simply want to better understand the science behind weight loss, body composition, and long-term health, this episode is for you.

Topics Discussed:

→ Do GLP-1s Actually Cause Muscle Loss?

→ The Truth About Lean Mass vs Muscle Mass

→ Where The 40% Muscle Loss Myth Came From

→ Why Metabolic Health Matters For Muscle

→ How To Preserve Muscle While Losing Weight

→ Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable

→ Protein, Aging & Anabolic Resistance

→ What The Newest GLP-1 Studies Reveal

Sponsored By:

→ Sunlighten | Learn more at https://sunlighten.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNASHOW to save up to $2,100 and get free shipping with your sauna purchase.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you go to https://timeline.com/drtyna

→ Cheers | For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order at https://CheersHealth.com/DRTYNA #Cheers #ad

→ ENERGYbits | Fuel your body with ENERGYbits, single-ingredient spirulina & chlorella superfoods. Just $1/day when you use code DTS for 20% off at https://ENERGYbits.com

→ Sundays | Make the switch to Sundays. Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/DRTYNA50 and get 50% off your first order. Or, you can use code DRTYNA50 at checkout.

→ BIOptimizers | For an exclusive offer, go to https://bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA for 15% off + a FREE MassZymes bottle. Limited time, while supplies last.

→ Puori | Go to https://puori.com/DRTYNA and use the code DRTYNA at checkout to get 32% off your first Puori Grass-fed Whey Protein subscription order and get a free premium shaker bottle.On This Episode We Cover:

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:18 - The 40% Muscle Loss Myth

→ 00:03:27 - Pathologic Muscle + Metabolic Dysfunction

→ 00:06:35 - Why GLP-1s Are Being Misunderstood

→ 00:09:18 - Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable

→ 00:15:15 - Lean Mass vs Muscle Mass

→ 00:16:15 - How GLP-1s Affect Inflammation + Immune Health

→ 00:18:12 - How Obesity Damages Muscle Quality

→ 00:19:18 - New Research On GLP-1s + Muscle Function

→ 00:20:57 - Why Muscle Quality Matters More Than Quantity

→ 00:22:48 - How GLP-1s May Remodel Muscle Tissue

→ 00:25:27 - Strength Loss, Weight Loss + Performance

→ 00:27:10 - Bone Density + Weight Loss Concerns

→ 00:28:24 - Building Bone Through Strength Training

→ 00:37:07 - Recovery, Stress + Muscle Preservation

→ 00:38:33 - Sauna Recovery + Sunlighten

→ 00:42:12 - Glutes, Longevity + Metabolic Health

→ 00:48:15 - What The Latest Human Data Shows

→ 00:50:18 - Anabolic Resistance + Aging

→ 00:55:27 - What The Latest Meta-Analysis Shows

→ 00:57:54 - How GLP-1s May Improve Muscle Biology

→ 00:59:42 - Final Takeaways On GLP-1s + Muscle Loss

Studies: 

→ Muscle Loss And Glp-1r Agonists Use

→ Weight Loss With Glp-1 Medicines Does Not Result In A Disproportionate Loss Of Muscle Mass Or Function In Obese Mice And HumansFurther Listening:

→ GLP-1s + Peptides Are Changing Fast, Here’s What You Need To Know

→ EP. 104: Fatty Liver 101 | Solo Episode

→ Orthopedic Medicine is a Scam PT. 3 | Osteoarthritis is Diabetes of the Joint

Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

EP. 263: In this episode, I’m joined by Angelo Keely of KION to unpack what actually happens when body composition starts changing in midlife. We get into perimenopause, appetite, GLP-1s, protein, muscle loss, essential amino acids, and why fat loss is not just about “trying harder.” This is a deeper conversation about building muscle, protecting your metabolism, and using the right tools without losing sight of the basics.

→ Visit https://getkion.com/drtyna for 20% off

Topics Discussed:

→ How do GLP-1s affect muscle loss?

→ Why is fat loss harder after 40?

→ Do amino acids help preserve muscle?

→ How much protein do women need?

→ What causes perimenopause weight gain?

Sponsored By:

→ Visit https://getkion.com/drtyna for 20% off

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:02:05 - HRT, Aging + Body Recomp 

→ 00:08:41- Perimenopause + Metabolism Changes 

→ 00:11:32 - Sleep, Hormones + Muscle Loss

→ 00:14:27 - Habits, Identity + Weight Loss

→ 00:19:43 - Stress, Cortisol + Cravings

→ 00:23:53 - Emotional Eating + Appetite Control

→ 00:27:30 - GLP-1s + Appetite Regulation

→ 00:29:36 - Obesity, Genetics + Hunger Signals

→ 00:32:05 - GLP-1 Stigma + Fat Loss Bias

→ 00:35:44 - Protein, Muscle + Aging

→ 00:40:43 - Essential Amino Acids Explained

→ 00:46:53 - GLP-1s, Lean Mass + Strength Training

→ 00:48:53 - NASA Studies: Amino Acids 

→ 00:52:17 - Hospitalization, Frailty + Muscle Wasting

→ 00:53:44 - Leucine, Protein Synthesis + Recovery

→ 00:56:01 - Diet + Nutrition  

→ 01:01:25 - Amino Acid Timing + Best Practices

→ 01:01:17 - Appetite + Nutrients 

→ 01:09:12 - Creatine + Strength Training 

→ 01:17:13 - Body Recomp + KION Recommendations 

Further Listening: 

→ EP. 87: Amino Acids + Why You Need Them w/ Angelo Keely

→ EP. 147: Strength, Aging, and Amino Acids: Balancing Nutrition for Muscle Preservation-Angelo Keely

Check Out Kion:

→ Visit https://getkion.com/drtyna for 20% off

Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

EP. 262: Get it Now: Everything I'm Using To Help My Scalp And Hair Thrive In Perimenopause

Lately I’ve been getting nonstop questions about my hair…what I’m doing, why it’s growing so much, and what changed. The truth is, I completely shifted the way I think about hair health, and it wasn’t what I expected.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest things I believe people are missing when it comes to thinning hair, scalp irritation, stress shedding, hormones, and aging. I also share some of the changes I made personally that had the biggest impact for me.

If you’ve noticed your hair changing, your scalp becoming more sensitive, or you just want healthier hair as you age, this episode is for you.

Topics Discussed:

→ Why does hair thin?

→ Does scalp health affect hair growth?

→ What causes menopause hair loss?

→ Can stress trigger hair shedding?

→ How often should you wash hair?

Sponsored By:

→ ENERGYbits | Fuel your body with ENERGYbits, single-ingredient spirulina & chlorella superfoods. Just $1/day when you use code DTS for 20% off at https://ENERGYbits.com

→ BIOptimizers | For an exclusive offer, go to https://bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA for 15% off + a FREE MassZymes bottle. Limited time, while supplies last.

→ Sundays | Make the switch to Sundays. Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/DRTYNA50 and get 50% off your first order. Or, you can use code DRTYNA50 at checkout.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79, when you go to https://timeline.com/drtyna

→ Puori | Go to https://puori.com/DRTYNA and use the code DRTYNA at checkout to get 32% off your first Protein subscription order and get a free shaker worth $25.

→ Cozy Earth | This spring, give yourself the kind of comfort that lives with you all day — not just the moment you get home. Head to

https://cozyearth.com and use my code DRTYNA for an exclusive 20% off.

On This Episode We Cover: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:04:35 - Metabolic Health + Minoxidil

→ 00:07:49 - PRP Therapy + Dermaroller

→ 00:12:18 - Microneedling Risks + Scalp Health 

→ 00:15:55 - Barrier Integrity 

→ 00:18:43 - Dht (Testosterone) 

→ 00:20:18 - Female Pattern Hair Loss 

→ 00:26:45 - Scalp Routine Overview 

→ 00:28:50 - Dry Your Roots! 

→ 00:31:42 - Moisturizing + Hydration

→ 00:33:55 - Traction Alopecia 

→ 00:35:49 - Scalp Massage 

→ 00:39:39 - Scalp Tension 

→ 00:45:25 - Hormones + HRT 

→ 00:47:10 - Product Recommendations 

→ 00:52:20 - Hair Growth vs Retention 

→ 00:55:54 - Red Light + Laser Caps

→ 00:57:38 - Personal Hair Loss 

Show Links:

→ Everything I'm Using To Help My Scalp And Hair Thrive In Perimenopause

→ Metabolic Revamp Toolkit + Masterclass

→ Strength Vault

→ Substack

Further Listening: 

→ EP. 233 | Hair Loss 101: What Every Woman Needs to Know | Solo

Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.