In this episode of Wellness Rewind, Amy Beard, MD, gets real about med spas and the booming world of aesthetic treatments, taking a deeper look beyond the surface. From fillers and injectables to laser therapies and microneedling, she dives into the potential hidden risks these popular treatments pose for your immune system and overall health. Are they really safe, or could they be doing more harm than good?

Dr. Beard also explores the root motivations behind aesthetic treatments, questioning whether they’re truly about prevention or if they’re more a result of the pressure from social media, Photoshop, and celebrity culture. She emphasizes that achieving lasting skin health requires more than just treating the outside—it’s about nourishing your body from within.

For those seeking a more holistic approach to skincare and aging, Amy highlights the connection between gut health and skin vitality. By healing your gut, you can improve skin conditions like acne, eczema, and premature aging. Check out Amy's Total Gut Job for a comprehensive gut reset program that can dramatically improve your skin and overall health.

Dr. Beard also stresses the importance of foundational health habits, which are essential for youthful, glowing skin. For a step-by-step guide on how to integrate these habits into your daily life, explore the Live Well Planner. This planner combines health, wellness, and lifestyle tips to help you create routines that support vibrant skin and long-term well-being.

Whether you're curious about med spa treatments or searching for natural ways to enhance skin health and longevity, this episode is packed with practical advice and powerful insights you won’t want to miss!

Welcome to another insightful episode of Wellness Rewind with Amy Beard, MD, and Anna Allen, FDNP! In this episode, Amy reflects on what she wishes she had known about beauty, health, and wellness in her 20s—and how those lessons continue to shape her journey today. The conversation delves deep into the world of aesthetics and beauty standards, questioning the modern obsession with quick fixes like Botox and its potential effects on the immune system.

Amy and Anna provide valuable insights into achieving true, lasting beauty by nurturing the body from the inside out. They share natural habits that support whole-body health, from the foods we eat to daily lifestyle choices that can enhance the aging process in a graceful and healthy way. Whether you're interested in navigating beauty trends with a more mindful approach or seeking natural ways to support your overall wellness, this episode is packed with tips and reflections for women of all ages.

Are you ready to Live Well and dive into functional medicine foundations? Here's the link for our Live Well course and planner https://amybeardmd.com/programs/live-well/

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In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Beard and her Pastor, Blake Harrell, continue to dive deep into the root cause spiritual approach to health—exploring the essential need for stillness in a world driven by hustle. What does it mean to quiet your mind so your heart can hear? We’ll break down the steps to getting to that place of stillness where you can truly hear from God and find the truth that sets you free.

In our culture, we’ve normalized a constant posture of rush, and it’s impacting our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Stillness, though uncomfortable, is part of our design and necessary for aligning with God's voice. Join us as we explore what it looks like to carve out time for stillness and how it can recourse your life—shifting how you approach your health, relationships, and daily rhythms.

What if we regularly came into a place of stillness with God? What kind of transformation would unfold in the rest of our lives? Let’s explore that together.

If you want to learn more about creating lasting habits that transform your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health with Christ, our Live Well Course and Planner is the perfect next step.

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