317: Welcome Back Dr. Lo: A Season of Healing, Hope & New Life
Release Date: 09/02/2025
332: Fertility is Not Just Biology. It’s Safety. with Dr. Aumatma Simmons,MS, ND, FABNE
Dr. Lo Radio Show
In this episode, Dr. Lo sits down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, double board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and founder of Madre Fertility. Dr. Aumatma has helped hundreds of couples previously labeled “infertile” conceive naturally by focusing on root-cause restoration rather than expensive or invasive interventions. She recently delivered a TED Talk on the role safety plays in fertility: not just physical safety, but emotional, environmental, and physiological safety deep within the body. Together, we explore why so many women today are being told their fertility “falls off a...
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331: Part 2 - A Sneak Peek Into Dr. Noel's Fertility Journey at 40+
Dr. Lo Radio Show
In this special episode, the mic gets flipped! Kristy Crandel, our resident Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner interviews Dr. Lo as she shares part two of the exact strategies that helped her conceive naturally in her 40s. If you missed Part I (Episode #331), go back and listen for Dr. Lo’s supplement protocol, thyroid optimization, sleep support, and stress-management foundations. In This Episode, Dr. Lo Covers: • Inflammation + Fertility Why lowering inflammation is essential for ovulation, implantation, egg quality, and miscarriage prevention. Dr. Lo shares how omega-3s,...
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330: Part 1 - Sneak Peek Into Dr. Noel's Fertility Journey at 40+
Dr. Lo Radio Show
In this special episode, Dr. Lo steps into the guest seat while Kristy Crandell, our resident Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, takes over as host! Dr. Lo shares her personal journey of conceiving naturally in her 40s and navigating pregnancy at nine months with her second child. She dives into what worked for her—both lifestyle and science-backed supplementation—to support egg quality, hormone balance, and a healthy pregnancy. This episode is full of practical tips and hope for anyone trying to conceive later in life. Supplements Dr. Lo Used CoQ10 (Ubiquinol) – boosts...
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329: Understanding Breast Implant Illness: A Functional & Surgical Perspective with Dr. Jon Bradley Strawn, MD
Dr. Lo Radio Show
In this powerful episode of The Dr. Lo Radio Show, Dr. Lauren Noel (Dr. Lo) sits down with Dr. Jon Bradley Strawn, MD, MBA, a renowned explant super specialist, to explore the deep connection between breast implant illness (BII), immune health, and emotional healing after explant surgery. With over 20 years of surgical experience, Dr. Strawn has helped thousands of women safely and beautifully remove their implants and reclaim their health and confidence. Together, Dr. Lo and Dr. Strawn discuss what really happens in the body with implants, how to prepare for and recover from explant surgery,...
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328: How to Beat Fatigue, Brain Fog & Autoimmunity with Dr. Izabella Wentz
Dr. Lo Radio Show
We’re thrilled to welcome back Dr. Izabella Wentz the “Thyroid Guru Gal,” to the show! In this episode, we dive deep into all things Hashimoto’s, thyroid health, gut health, and pregnancy. Dr. Izabella shares her personal journey with Hashimoto’s, the misconceptions in conventional medicine, and how a root cause approach transformed her health—and the lives of her patients. Dr. Izabella Wentz is a PharmD, functional medicine practitioner, author of multiple New York Times bestselling books including The Hashimoto’s Protocol, Hashimoto’s Food Pharmacology, and Adrenal...
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327: Inflammation, Infertility & Root-Cause Medicine with Dr. Tom O'Bryan
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In this episode of The Dr. Lo Show, Dr. Lauren Noel (aka Dr. Lo) is joined once again by one of the show’s most-loved returning guests—Dr. Tom O’Bryan. Known as the "Sherlock Holmes of chronic disease," Dr. Tom is a global educator, bestselling author, and functional medicine pioneer who has trained thousands of practitioners worldwide. Together, they dive deep into a rarely discussed but critical topic: the link between inflammation and infertility. From overlooked lab markers to everyday exposures that quietly sabotage conception, this conversation uncovers the hidden drivers...
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326: Rewilding Your Life with Dr. Nadene Neale
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Have you ever felt like modern life has pulled you too far from your natural rhythm? In this episode of the Dr. Lo Radio Show, Dr. Lo welcomes her dear friend, Dr. Nadene Neale—a naturopathic doctor with a refreshing perspective on what it means to reconnect with nature. Together, they dive into the concept of rewilding—a philosophy and lifestyle shift that helps us return to a more natural, life-giving way of being. From nutrition and regenerative farming to sleep, movement, beauty, and even aging, Dr. Neale shares how we can step away from the toxic aspects of modern living and...
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325: Breast Implant Illness & the Path to Healing with Candace Barley
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In this heartfelt and informative episode, Dr. Lo is joined by Candace Barley—actress-turned-advocate and author of The Explant Book—for a powerful conversation about Breast Implant Illness (BII) and the physical, emotional, and spiritual journey of explanting. Both Dr. Lo and Candace share their personal stories of getting breast implants, the health symptoms that followed, and their decisions to explant. They dive deep into the connection between implants and chronic illness, and how true healing is possible. What You'll Learn in This Episode: 💫 Candace’s shocking health...
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324: Histamine Intolerance & Why Your Body Feels Like "Too Much" with Michelle Shapiro, RD
Dr. Lo Radio Show
If you've ever felt like your symptoms are "too much" — like your body is reacting to everything and no one seems to understand why — this episode is for you. Dr. Noel sits down with Michelle Shapiro, RD, a functional dietitian specializing in anxiety, MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome), histamine intolerance, mold exposure, hypermobility, and chronic reactivity. Michelle shares her expert insight on why so many people — especially women — are feeling overwhelmed by symptoms that conventional medicine often overlooks or dismisses. Together, they explore: What MCAS is and why it’s...
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323: Debunking the Great Menopause Myth with Kristin Johnson & Maria Claps
Dr. Lo Radio Show
In this episode of The Dr. Lo Show, we’re diving deep into the realities of perimenopause and menopause with two powerhouse experts—Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps. Known for their no-nonsense approach, these women are on a mission to educate and empower women about their hormonal health, cutting through the confusion and misinformation surrounding midlife wellness. Kristin and Maria share insights from their book, The Great Menopause Myth, and discuss everything from the importance of early intervention in hormone health to why nutrition, strength training, and stress management play a...
info_outlineAfter nearly two years away from the mic, Dr. Lauren Noel—better known as Dr. Lo—is back with a deeply personal and heartfelt episode. Joined by guest host and friend Kristy Crandell, Dr. Lo opens up about her transformative journey over the last year and a half: navigating profound loss, walking through the valley of grief, discovering hidden truths, leaning into faith, and eventually finding unexpected love, marriage, and the blessing of a new baby on the way.
This episode isn’t just an update—it’s a story of resilience, healing, and redemption that will encourage anyone facing hardship, loss, or the fear of starting over.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
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Why Dr. Lo took an extended break from the podcast
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The devastating and unexpected loss of her husband—and how she leaned on faith and community support to endure it
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Honest reflections on grief, including anger, confusion, and the importance of allowing yourself to truly feel pain
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Navigating life as a widow, single mother, and doctor while finding space for her own healing
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The surprising new chapter of love, marriage, and growing a blended family
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The journey of pregnancy at 44 and what it has taught her about her body, resilience, and health
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Sneak peek of what’s ahead for the relaunch of the Dr. Lo Radio Show, including exciting new topics and guests
About our Guest Host: Kristy Crandell – Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner at Shine Natural Medicine and long-time collaborator with Dr. Lo.
Links & Resources
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Learn more about Dr. Lo’s virtual practice: https://shinenaturalmedicine.com/
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Follow Dr. Lo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_lo/
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Watch all episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLoNoel/videos
Stay tuned for upcoming episodes on fertility, hormone health, nervous system support, and more!