The Lifestyle MD

The Lifestyle MD is a podcast for people navigating the complex, beautiful, and often overwhelming season of midlife and beyond. Hosted by Dr. Angela Andrews—a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Lifestyle Medicine—this show is for those ready to reclaim their energy, clarity, and strength without burning out or giving up what matters most. Whether you're managing a busy career, caring for aging parents, raising children (or doing all three), this podcast will help you prioritize your health in a way that feels doable, not draining. Join Dr. Angela—wife, mom, DPC physician, and former competitive bodybuilder—for honest conversations, root-cause insights, and practical strategies to support your physical and emotional well-being. Each episode helps you reconnect with your body, redefine success on your own terms, and build a lifestyle that honors both your goals and your values. You don’t have to

The Lifestyle MD is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Angela Andrews, with 54 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dr. Angela Andrews hosts The Lifestyle MD, a health show with 54 episodes published.

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  Episode #48

  Episode 048: Lifestyle Medicine: 1% Better Every Day

  Aug 25, 202631 min

  Send us Fan Mail Dr. Angela welcomes Cecilia Dinora, COO of Terra Health Coaching, to The Lifestyle MD podcast for a conversation on the power of lifestyle medicine. Cecilia shares her personal journey — from growing up in a family affected by diabetes to becoming a lifestyle medicine-certified health coach — and how that experience shaped Terra Health Coaching's mission. The two dive deep into evidence-based lifestyle interventions, the surprising cost-saving impact of coaching alongside GLP-1 medications, the importance of muscle mass and metabolic protection, and why community, nature, and human connection are just as vital to health as nutrition and exercise. They close with a practical breakdown of Terra's programs, pricing, and how physicians and individuals alike can get connected. In this episode: - Cecilia Dinora's path to lifestyle medicine and founding story of Terra Health Coaching - How Terra's year-long GLP-1 support program helped 22% of enrolled employees avoid starting the medication altogether — and the major cost savings that come with it - Why muscle mass and body composition (not just BMI) matter for long-term health, especially for women - The core pillars of lifestyle medicine: whole food plant-based nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, positive social connection, and avoidance of risky substances — plus an "honorary" pillar: time in nature - The science and personal story behind "forest bathing" and its impact on mental health - Terra's program structure: lifestyle medicine coaching, chronic disease management, GLP-1 support, and a newer autoimmune protocol - How physicians can refer patients, and how individuals can self-refer - Terra's human-first coaching model (no AI bots), available in eight languages - Terra's employer partnership model and how it benefits DPC/concierge practices - Pricing ($285/month, HSA/FSA eligible), chronic care management billing for physicians, and program length (3 months / 12 sessions minimum) - A preview of Cecilia's upcoming lifestyle medicine retreat in Verona, Italy Connect with Cecilia & Terra Health Coaching: - Website: terrahealthcoaching.com - Email: cecilia@terrahealthcoaching.com - YouTube: Terra Health Coaching (patient testimonials) Support the show Follow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

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  The Lifestyle MD

  Soundbite Episode 007: Put the Phone Away: Walk With Intention

  Jul 29, 20263 min

  Send us Fan Mail Put the Phone Away: Walk With Intention We all know walking is good for our health—but how you walk matters, too. In this Lifestyle MD Soundbite, Dr. Angela explores why walking is most beneficial when you're fully present rather than distracted by your phone. Looking down at a screen changes your posture, slows your pace, and disconnects you from the environment around you. Research suggests that walking while focused on a smartphone may reduce some of the mental and emotional benefits of walking, including improvements in mood and connectedness with nature, while also altering normal walking mechanics. ( mdpi.com ) Dr. Angela challenges listeners to try their next walk with their phone tucked away, notifications silenced, and their attention focused on the sights, sounds, and sensations around them. (Yes—even if you're listening to this podcast!) Timestamps 00:00 Why Walking Matters 00:31 How Your Phone Changes Your Walk 01:07 What the Research Shows 01:34 Dr. Angela's Walking Challenge 01:58 Embracing a Tech-Free Walk 02:06 The Ironic Podcast Reminder 02:19 Closing Thoughts Key Takeaways Walking is one of the simplest, most effective ways to improve physical and mental health. Using a smartphone while walking encourages a slower pace, poorer posture, and changes in normal gait mechanics. ( frontiersin.org ) Being fully present during a walk—especially outdoors—can enhance mood, reduce negative emotions, and increase feelings of connection with nature. ( mdpi.com ) Putting your phone away for even one walk each day is a simple habit that can help you get more from your movement. Stay Connected www.dpcwestmi.com ️ Subscribe to The Lifestyle MD Podcast Connect with The Lifestyle MD on social media for evidence-based lifestyle medicine tips, podcast updates, and practical strategies for healthier living. References Collin R, Broadbent E. Walking with a Mobile Phone: A Randomised Controlled Trial of Effects on Mood. Psych. 2023;5(3):715–723. This randomized controlled trial found that participants who walked while using a smartphone had poorer posture, walked more slowly, experienced less improvement in mood, and reported lower connectedness with nature than those who walked without a phone. ( mdpi.com ) Zhang X, Li Q, Gao P, et al. The Effect of Mobile Phone Task and Age on Gait: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Frontiers in Physiology. 2023;14:1163655. This meta-analysis of 22 studies found that smartphone use while walking significantly reduced gait speed, step length, and stride length while increasing step and stride time, demonstrating measurable changes in walking mechanics. ( frontiersin.org ) Support the show Follow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

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  Episode #46

  Episode 046: Men's Health Part 2 - Midlife Wake-Up Call

  Jul 25, 202615 min

  Send us Fan Mail Episode 046: Men's Midlife Wake-Up Call: Metabolism, Movement, and Prostate Screening For many men, the first signs of aging aren't gray hair—they're a growing waistline, slower recovery after workouts, rising blood pressure, and the realization that they don't feel as strong or energetic as they once did. In this episode, Dr. Angela sits down with Dr. John from Thrive Family Health to discuss why the 40s and 50s are often a turning point for men's health and how small, intentional changes can dramatically improve long-term health. Together, they explore how metabolism changes with age, why movement matters more than ever, and how sleep, nutrition, stress, and hormone health all work together to influence energy, strength, and overall well-being. They also discuss why physically demanding jobs don't always provide the type of exercise the body needs and how purposeful strength training, mobility work, and recovery can help prevent injury and maintain function. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of preventive care and cancer screening. Dr. Angela and Dr. John explain how prostate cancer screening has evolved, why establishing a baseline PSA around age 45 (or earlier for those with higher risk or a family history) can be valuable, and why urinary symptoms should never be ignored. They also review the role of colon cancer screening and how early detection has significantly improved outcomes for many cancers. Whether you're entering midlife yourself or encouraging someone you care about to prioritize their health, this episode is a reminder that aging doesn't have to mean declining health—and that the best time to take action is before symptoms become serious. In This Episode Why many men delay seeking medical care until midlife How metabolism changes with age—and what you can do about it The impact of sleep, stress, nutrition, and physical activity on long-term health Why physically demanding work isn't always enough to stay healthy The importance of strength training, mobility, and injury prevention When changes in libido or erectile function may signal underlying cardiovascular disease Current recommendations for prostate cancer screening and PSA testing When to start colon cancer screening and why early detection saves lives Why routine preventive care can help men stay healthy and active for decades to come Chapters 00:00 – Men's Midlife Wake-Up Call: Metabolism, Movement & Aging Well 09:18 – Cancer Screening, PSA Testing & Prevention Support the show Follow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

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  Episode #45

  Men's Health Ep1 - Why Men Delay Care

  Jul 25, 202615 min

  Send us Fan Mail Dr. Angela welcomes Dr. John Italiano, a family medicine DO and founder of Thrive Family Health Direct Primary Care , who launched his practice in January 2026, to begin a short men's health series. They discuss his path into direct primary care (DPC), beginning in medical school, and why he chose family medicine for its focus on continuity, relationships, and whole-person care. Turning to men's health, they explore how many men delay seeking care because of cultural expectations around toughness and self-reliance, often dismissing symptoms that deserve attention. They emphasize proactive prevention through six pillars of health—nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, social connection, and avoiding risky substances—using a car-maintenance analogy to illustrate the importance of routine care. The conversation highlights commonly overlooked concerns such as weight gain, fatigue, low motivation, poor sleep, snoring or sleep apnea, irritability, and assumptions about low testosterone, while encouraging early checkups to identify high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, insulin resistance, and prediabetes before they lead to irreversible events like heart attacks or strokes. Support the show Follow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

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  Soundbite Episode 006: How to Stop Overpaying for Prescriptions: Cash Pricing, Coupons, and Smarter Pharmacy Shopping

  May 28, 202612 min

  Send us Fan Mail How to Stop Overpaying for Prescriptions: Cash Pricing, Coupons, and Smarter Pharmacy Shopping Dr. Angela explains why prescription costs can spike even with insurance, emphasizing that coverage depends on insurer formularies shaped by contracts among insurers, pharmacy benefit managers, and manufacturers, which can change midyear and trigger denials, step therapy, and prior authorizations. She offers practical strategies to lower costs: start with manufacturer websites for brand-name drugs to find savings cards, copay assistance, or direct-to-consumer cash programs (not typically for Medicare/Medicaid); use generics when possible and compare transparent cash options like Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs and GoodRx; ask direct primary care practices about at-cost dispensing; price-shop across pharmacies and ask pharmacists for the best cash price; and request a 90-day supply when stable, noting stricter rules for controlled medications but potential cash-pay options. For a list of websites for medication discounts, see the companion blog post: https://www.dpcwestmi.com/blog/why-your-medication-costs-so-much----and-7-ways-to-save-money-on-prescriptions 00:00 Stop Overpaying Intro 01:30 Why Insurance Denies 02:54 Prior Auth Chaos 03:45 Pricing Disclaimer 04:15 Manufacturer Savings 05:54 Generics And Cash 07:21 Direct Primary Care 07:47 Compare Pharmacy Prices 09:30 Ask For 90 Days 11:27 Final Checklist Support the show Follow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

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