Have a question for Dr. Sara Gottfried about holistic health?
Submit a question for her to answer in the new Ask Dr. G series on the Commune Podcast, hosted by Jeff Krasno.
SUBMIT A QUESTIONAbout This Podcast Series
Sara Gottfried, MD is a physician, researcher, educator, mother, and seeker. She graduated from Harvard Medical School and MIT, and completed residency at UCSF, but is more likely to prescribe a CGM and personalized nutrition plan than the latest pharmaceutical. Dr. Gottfried is a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about trauma, hormones, and health. She is Clinical Assistant Professor in Dept. of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University, and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health. Her focus is at the interface of mental and physical health, N-of-1 trial design, personalized molecular profiling, use of wearables, and how to leverage these tools to improve health outcomes.
Episode 1
Ask Dr. G: Why Are Girls Getting Their Periods Six Years Earlier?
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Welcome to the first episode of Ask Dr. G, a new series where we get Dr. Sara Gottfried to answer questions from you, our Commune Community. Dr. G is a Harvard-educated, board-certified gynecologist, physician, and scientist.
In our first episode, Jeff asks Dr. G to explore the intricate web of factors contributing to the early onset of puberty in girls. They explore the impact of diet, lifestyle, and societal changes on puberty while unpacking scientific perspectives and personal experiences.
Episode 2
Ask Dr. G: What Hormonal Birth Control Does to Your Clitoris
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Welcome to the second episode of Ask Dr. G, a series where we get Dr. Sara Gottfried to answer questions from you, our Commune Community. Dr. G is a Harvard-educated, board-certified gynecologist, physician, and scientist.
In our second episode, Jeff asks Dr. G to demystify the menstrual cycle. They shed light on the hormonal communication between the brain and the ovaries, and as a bonus aside, Dr. G reveals what hormonal birth control does to the clitoris.
Episode 3
Ask Dr. G: Infertility, Heart Attacks, and the PCOS Puzzle
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Welcome to the third episode of Ask Dr. G, a series where we get Dr. Sara Gottfried to answer questions from you, our Commune Community. Dr. G is a Harvard-educated physician, researcher, and educator.
In our third episode, Jeff asks Dr. G to break down PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, a hormonal disorder that is a leading cause of infertility worldwide. About 8–13% of reproductive-aged women suffer from this condition, but up to 70% remain undiagnosed. Dr. G discusses the potential origins of PCOS and shares valuable insights into available treatments.
Episode 4
Ask Dr. G: Exercise Strategies for Optimal Health and Body Composition
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Welcome to the fourth episode of Ask Dr. G, where Dr. Sara Gottfried answers questions from you, our Commune Community. Today, Jeff and Dr. G get into the details of exercise — what, when, how often, and for how long. They discuss the benefits of zone two training, the role of exercise in mood regulation, and the appropriate balance between aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance training.
Episode 5
Ask Dr. G: Spotting Red Flags and Reversing Pre-diabetes
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Welcome to Ask Dr. G, where Dr. Sara Gottfried answers questions from you, our Commune Community. Today, Jeff and Dr. G tackle questions about insulin and managing glucose levels. Dr. G presents the pros and cons of the ketogenic diet specifically in connection to reversing insulin resistance, and the two share protocols they’ve adopted to reverse pre-diabetes.
Episode 6
Ask Dr. G: Libido, Sexual Energy, and Sex After Motherhood
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Welcome to Ask Dr. G, where Dr. Sara Gottfried answers questions from you, our Commune Community. Today is all about libido. Dr. G presents the physiological and hormonal factors that influence a woman’s sex drive and she provides hope for listeners seeking to amplify their sexual energy.
Episode 7
Ask Dr. G: Libido, Sexual Energy, and Sex After Motherhood
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Today is all about self advocacy in the healthcare system. Dr. G explains why it’s often challenging to get our providers to order advanced testing, what can be gleaned from basic labs, and how to be your own best doctor. Plus, she shares what labs she runs with her patients.
Episode 8
Ask Dr. G: Hidden Causes of Insulin Resistanc
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In this episode, Dr. G explains how factors like stress, diet, exercise, and genetics play a crucial role in insulin response. Plus, she and Jeff share practices they’ve adopted to address their own struggles with insulin resistance.
Episode 9
Ask Dr. G: Healthy Versus Unhealthy Stress, Part 1
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This episode is the first in a two-parter where Dr. G distinguishes between healthy, adaptive stress responses versus unhealthy, maladaptive ones. She also shares how biomarkers like cortisol and heart rate variability can offer insights into your body’s stress response and guide chronic disease interventions.
Episode 9
Ask Dr. G: Healthy Versus Unhealthy Stress, Part 2
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This episode is the second in a two-parter where Dr. G and Jeff explore the interconnectedness of stress, trauma, and health. Dr. G explains how trauma in childhood shapes our adult experiences of adversity and Jeff shares a story from his childhood that has stuck with him. The good news: With the right approach, traumatic childhood experiences can be transmuted into strength.
