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The DUTCH Podcast

Welcome to The DUTCH Podcast, your go-to source for all things hormones! Join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, and a lineup of top functional health experts as we dive into the fascinating world of hormonal health and discover how the DUTCH Test can help. Whether you’re navigating any number of hormonal issues like dysmenorrhea, fertility, weight gain, or menopause or you’re dealing with testosterone issues, this podcast aims to break down complex topics into easily digestible insights. Tune in every

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71:51

After Breast Cancer: Post-Treatment Symptoms &...

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2026/10/06

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Jenn Simmons and Dr. LaDeana Jeane join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss breast cancer survivorship, what happens after active treatment ends, and how providers can help patients during this stage. This episode also covers: How post-treatment care is fragmented due to caution from specialists The connection between post-treatment symptoms and menopause, and how the shared cause can go unaddressed by providers Menopausal hormone the...

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63:00

ADHD in Women: How Hormones, Gut Health &...

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2026/09/29

Send us Fan Mail Join us for this episode as Dr. Jolene Brighten and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in women, how hormone levels impact ADHD in childhood and adulthood, and the many systems that estrogen helps regulate. Dr. Brighten and Dr. Smeaton also cover: How ADHD in women is frequently missed until adulthood The role of estrogen in brain energy, immune function, and gut microbial diversity ADHD’s tendency to overlap ...

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62:24

Hormones & Bone Loss: What Every Midlife Woman Needs...

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2026/09/22

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Christine Maren joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone health in perimenopausal and menopausal women and how bone health is connected to the immune system, gut health, and hormone therapy. Their conversation also explores: Bone as a dynamic tissue that’s constantly rebuilding The importance of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone for slowing bone breakdown and supporting bone building Mechanical loading, hormones, gut heal...

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65:37

Menopause & Gut Health: The Hidden Link Between...

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2026/09/15

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Cynthia Thurlow joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore the estrobolome and its role in metabolizing estrogen and progesterone, stress and cortisol as a driver of hormone imbalance, and DUTCH Test patterns that can signal gut dysfunction. Cynthia and Dr. Jaclyn also discuss: How gut health can impact hormone metabolism, not just digestion The many roles of progesterone, including GABA signaling, myelin maintenance, and neuroplasticity C...

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68:50

Functional Medicine Providers vs. AI: Using Both...

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2026/09/08

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Tara Scott and Mark Newman join host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore hormone misinformation, the differences between hormone testing methods, and the hormonal drivers often missed by single-point testing. Their conversation also covers: The benefits and risks of using AI to interpret hormone labs What single-point testing can miss when it comes to cortisol testing and cycle mapping The importance of baseline and follow-up hormone testi...

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67:25

Osteoblast vs. Osteoclast Activity: How Estrogen...

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2026/09/01

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Phoebe Liebling joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone loss, mixed messaging in fitness and nutrition culture that can damage bone density, and the critical role of estrogen in bone remodeling. Their conversation also covers: The invisible and non-linear nature of bone loss Estrogen as a stimulant for osteoblast activity and calcium retention Common habits like chronic under fueling, excess cardio, and fasted training and how they...

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65:02

Fiber, Hormones & the Hidden Drivers of Colorectal...

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2026/08/25

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, registered dietician Erin Kenney joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore the connection between gut health, diet, hormones, and the rising rates of colorectal cancer, particularly in younger adults. This episode also highlights: The critical role of fiber and gut microbiome diversity The link between ultra-processed food additives and gut inflammation How long-term elimination diets can reduce microbiome diversity and end up being harmf...

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69:00

Testosterone Dosing in Menopause: Protocols, Pitfalls...

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2026/08/18

Send us Fan Mail Join the conversation as Dr. Tori Hudson and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the evolution of menopause hormone therapy through the eras: pre-2002, post-Women’s Health Initiative, and the current state of menopause hormone therapy, with a particular focus on testosterone therapy. This episode also covers: Testosterone usage and dosing and the correlation with libido, mood, energy, and muscle mass Dr. Hudson’s dosing protocols and concerns about supraphysiolog...

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60:58

Understanding the Root Cause of Acne: Gut Health,...

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2026/08/11

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mamina Turegano and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton examine root causes for skin conditions and discuss how hormone balance, gut health, stress levels, and diet can impact skin health. This episode also highlights: The links between gut dysbiosis and acne, rosacea, and psoriasis How the balance of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone can impact the skin Theories on the rise in adult female acne The effect of environmental toxins and...

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52:20

The Missing Labs in Standard Panels: CRP,...

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2026/08/04

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Dunlop joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss the gap between “normal” and “optimal” lab reference ranges, commonly missed labs, and the importance of root cause assessment over treating isolated markers. Dr. Dunlop and Dr. Smeaton also discuss: How “normal” does not equate to “optimal” when it comes to standard lab ranges Addressing the foundations before testing, like nervous system regulation, gut integrity, and sleep hygie...

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60:59

Menopause & Muscle Loss: What Women Should Know About...

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2026/07/28

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Dr. Jaime Seeman joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss muscle as an underappreciated cornerstone of women’s metabolic and hormone health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause, and the importance of resistance training. This episode also highlights: Muscle as a metabolic organ, not just a cosmetic one, and the importance of muscle tissue qualityHow resistance training and cardio affect body composition differentlyThe importance of preserving...

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52:31

Celiac Disease Beyond the Gut: Stress, Inflammation &...

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2026/07/21

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, registered dietician and celiac disease specialist Erin Kenny joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss the differences between celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, the social and emotional toll of diagnosis, and common myths and misinformation. Their conversation also covers: The underestimated social and emotional burden of the disease How less symptoms do not equate to less intestinal damage Hidden drivers behind symptoms, including ...

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54:07

The Hormones Behind Hair Loss: Androgens, Cortisol &...

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2026/07/14

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Rubaina Dang and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton explore the root causes of hair loss in women, particularly the information that standard labs can miss. Dr. Dang and Dr. Smeaton also dive into the hormones driving hair loss, optimal versus “normal” lab levels, and the gut-skin-hair axis. Their conversation also highlights: Dr. Dang’s recommended panels for anyone presenting with hair loss The key differences between “normal” and optimal lab rang...

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56:19

Reassessing the Menopausal Transition: Estrogen, Bone...

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2026/07/07

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Margaret Beeson joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss bone health, estrogen decline during perimenopause, and the importance of family history as a predictor of bone health and risk of osteoporosis. Dr. Beeson and Dr. Smeaton also discuss: How estrogen decline contributes to bone loss Genetics and family history as the strongest predictors of risk The need for DEXA scans to occur earlier and establish a baseline of bone density&nb...

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74:47

Choosing the Right Progesterone Prescription: A...

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2026/06/30

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Felice Gersh joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman for a deep-dive on progesterone: its physiological roles, concerns around standard-of-care prescribing practices, and more. Their conversation also explores: Progesterone’s role as more than an endometrial protectant Supraphysiologic allopregnanolone created by oral micronized progesterone The physiological benefits of cyclic dosing versus continuous dosing ...

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55:22

Optimizing GLP-1 Outcomes: Starting, Managing &...

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2026/06/23

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Bindiya Gandhi joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to explore GLP-1 receptor agonists through a whole-person, root-cause lens with a particular focus on women’s health. Their discussion also covers: How GLP-1s work, who benefits most, and how to cease therapy successfully The role of leptin resistance in weight struggles The risk of muscle loss and bone health during GLP-1 therapy Using GLP-1s as part of a comprehensive protocol, incl...

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59:03

Chronic Stress, Hormones & Healing from the Inside Out

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2026/06/16

Send us Fan Mail This conversation between Dr. Sonya Jensen and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton covers the science of how stress disrupts female hormone health and the emotions women carry that perpetuate that disruption. They also discuss the physiological mechanisms of chronic stress and how hormone testing can tell patients their stress story. This episode also highlights: How chronic stress and sustained cortisol production can lead to suppressed progesterone The downstream effec...

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47:50

Root-Cause Protocols for PMS & PMDD: Test Markers,...

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2026/06/09

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Saru Bala and host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discuss the connection between hormones, the nervous system, and mood, specifically PMS and PMDD, from an integrative medicine perspective. Their discussion also highlights: Why hormonal shifts affect mood and the neuroscience behind those shifts The distinction between PMS and PMDD and why they are often dismissed as anxiety or depression How the luteal phase can reflect baseline health, includ...

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67:59

An Update to the Serum-Saliva Debate for Transdermal...

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2026/05/26

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Mark Holthouse joins Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton and DUTCH founder Mark Newman to take a closer look at a recent peer-reviewed publication from Precision Analytical, Inc. in Frontiers in Reproductive Health, examining how different testing methods hold up when it comes to monitoring male TRT in clinical practice. Their discussion also covers: Common misconceptions about how creams and gels show up in saliva testing and why the numbers can be misleadingWhat the cli...

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57:53

Cracking the Hashimoto’s Code: Toxins, Stress &...

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2026/05/19

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton discusses Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with Inna Topiler, a board-certified clinical nutritionist who shares her personal experience and health journey with Hashimoto’s. Their discussion also covers: Why standard thyroid testing is insufficient The four main triggers of immune confusion in Hashimoto’s, including stress, infections, toxins, and food sensitivities The impact of dysregulated cortisol on thyroid function H...

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