Podcast
Headed to Healthier | Expert Health Advice, Managing Your Health
Hosted by Brittney Anderson, MD, FAAFP | Board Certified Family Medicine Physician, Private Practice Owner · EN
A podcast dedicated to empowering women to live their healthiest lives.
Hosted by board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Brittney Anderson
Do you prioritize the health and needs of your family above your own?
Do you have a hard time keeping up with when you’re supposed to have that mammogram, or Pap smear, or colon screening?
Have you been diagnosed with a chronic health issue like hypertension or diabetes or have a family history of health issues that you hope to avoid in the future?
Do you want to shed a few pounds but want to do it in a safe and sustainable way and don’t know where to start?
Are you hoping for a fun, relatable resource to answer those health questions you forget to ask or are too embarrassed to ask your primary care physician.
Girl, do you even have a primary care physician?!?!?
I’m Brittney Anderson, a board-certified family medicine physician and I am glad you found this podcast. Every day in my private medial practice, I see and treat women just like you who are on this same journey, doing their best to juggle the demands of life while also desiring to become healthier become healthier, for themselves and for those who depend on them. I know you’re busy, but I also know that you’re ready to get a handle on your health. And I’m here to share with you how to get headed in the right direction.
Inside this podcast, you will find practical and actionable health tips you can incorporate into your daily life, health advice from some of my awesome healthcare professionals, and relatable conversations with busy, awesome women just like you who have made their health a priority and are thriving because of it.
Wherever you are on this journey, we’re all headed to healthier. So listen in, hop on your walking pad or get outside and get some steps in; or if you’re driving, get those hands at 10 and 2 and let’s dig in.
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Episodes
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What Every Woman Should Know About Shoulder Pain
4w ago00:23:52Tap to summarizeShoulder pain is something I hear about all the time—especially from women who aren’t sure if it’s something to worry about or just “part of getting older.” In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shawn Johnson to break it down in a practical, easy-to-understand way. We talk about the most common causes of shoulder pain in women, what’s often overlooked, and when it’s time to get it checked out. She also shares what you can do before jumping to surgery, and what actually helps. If you’ve been dealing with shoulder discomfort, limited movement, or just wondering what’s normal… this episode is for you. ----- Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ How to find Dr. Johnson: https://www.drshawnmdortho.com/ If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcast! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I’ll be right here next week!
Transcribe →The Right Way to Get Off Medication...and Stay Healthy
Apr 100:22:05Tap to summarizeMany people want to come off medications—but doing it the wrong way can actually do more harm than good. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Lola Ashaye, a board-certified Family and Lifestyle Medicine physician and founder of InTouch Primary Care. We talk about how to approach your health with intention, not extremes. This conversation is all about doing things the right way—so you can feel better, stay safe, and build long-term health. We cover: Why stopping medications on your own can be risky The importance of working with a trained physician When medications may still play a necessary role How to track your progress and know what’s actually working A better way to think about long-term health If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to be off meds,” this episode will help you take a smarter, safer approach. **Connect with Dr. Ashaye** Website: https://intouchprimarycare.com Instagram: @intouchprimary Facebook: @lolaashaye and @InTouchPrimary LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Ashaye Youtube: @intouchprimarycare
Transcribe →One Minute Still Counts: Making Movement Doable
Mar 1100:25:49Tap to summarizeWhat if movement didn’t have to be perfect to matter? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Sara Ionescu — board-certified family medicine physician, movement coach, and mom of five — to talk about making movement simple, realistic, and sustainable. We discuss: Why even one minute of movement counts How consistency beats intensity every time The mental and emotional benefits of daily movement Practical ways to fit movement into a busy life How to start small and build momentum over time If you’ve ever felt like exercise has to be all-or-nothing, this conversation will shift your perspective. Small action. Done consistently. Leads to massive transformation. Connect with Dr. Sara: Website: drsaraionescu.com Instagram: @drsaraionescu YouTube: @DrSaraIonescu Facebook: facebook.com/drsaraionescu LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu Here's a link to the free 30 minute consult she mentioned: https://calendly.com/drsaraionescu/30min
Transcribe →Cardiovascular Prevention for Midlife Women
Feb 2500:22:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Traci DeSplinter to talk about proactive ways midlife women can prevent cardiovascular disease before it starts. We discuss how hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause affect heart risk, the most important labs and screenings to consider, and the daily habits that truly move the needle. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and want to protect your heart long-term — without overwhelm — this conversation will help you focus on what actually matters. Connect with Dr. DeSplinter www.tracidesplintermd.com https://www.facebook.com/TraciDeSplinterMD https://www.instagram.com/tracidesplintermd/ If you want a place to track your health and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now and make this your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode. Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!
Transcribe →5 Practical Ways to Protect Your Heart
Feb 1100:15:06Tap to summarizeFebruary is American Heart Month — and heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States. The good news? Much of it is preventable. In this episode, I share five practical, realistic steps you can take to improve your heart health starting today. No extremes. No overwhelm. Just simple habits that make a real difference over time. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s or beyond, these foundational strategies matter. If you want a place to track your health and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now and start your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode. Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!
Transcribe →What a Gynecologist Thinks Every Woman Should Know
Feb 400:33:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Headed to Healthier, I’m joined by Dr. Whitney West, a board-certified gynecologist with over 20 years of experience. We talk about what she wants every woman to understand about gynecologic care — from pap smears and hormones to fibroids, PCOS, and the importance of feeling heard. This conversation is about recognizing symptoms that deserve attention, understanding what’s often missed in women’s health, and learning how to advocate for yourself. In This Episode: What pap smears do — and don’t — tell you Why fibroids and PCOS are often missed Symptoms that shouldn’t be dismissed as “normal” Why regular gynecologic care still matters ---- Connect with Dr. West Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drwhitneye Website: https://wwestmdpc.com/ ---- ** The Healthier Planner mentioned in this episode can be found here if you want a simple way to stay organized and intentional with your health next year.
Transcribe →Why What Used to Work for Your Body Isn’t Working Anymore—and What to Do Instead
Jan 2100:33:15Tap to summarizeWhat happens when the routines that once worked for your body suddenly don’t anymore? In this episode of Headed to Healthier, Dr. Brittney Anderson is joined by Dr. Janeeka “Dr. J” Benoit, board-certified internal medicine and sports medicine physician and founder of Invessel Health & Wellness. Dr. J shares why many women find themselves frustrated with their health, energy, and results — and how shifting from quick fixes to strategic investments can change everything. You’ll learn why strength and metabolic health matter, how lifestyle alignment supports sustainable wellness, and why health is not optional — it’s generational. In this episode, we discuss: Why “working harder” often stops working The importance of muscle, metabolism, and long-term health The 4 pillars of the Invessel Transformation How to build wellness that fits real life About Dr. J: Dr. Janeeka “Dr. J” Benoit is a board-certified internal medicine and sports medicine physician and the founder of Invessel Health & Wellness, a virtual practice helping busy women improve metabolic health, build strength, and create sustainable wellness. Here is the registration link for the webinar, Beyond BMI: What your body composition really says about your health https://link.invesselhealth.com/widget/form/OkQd3mYzdxjcrRfl3Qwg?notrack=true Dr. Benoit is licensed in the following states for her practice: Southern states - Tennessee - Georgia - Alabama - Indiana - Mississippi - West Virginia - Kentucky Midwestern states - Ohio - Wisconsin - Minnesota - Kansas How to get in touch with Dr. J: Website: https://invesselhealth.com/services Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydrj_/?hl=en E-mail: drj@invesselhealth.com ----------- If you want a place to track all of this and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now and start your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode. Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!
Transcribe →Weight Loss Without Shame: Why Kindness Matters More Than Willpower
Jan 700:30:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Headed to Healthier, I’m joined by Dr. Meghan Tierney, a board-certified family medicine physician with additional training in obesity medicine and menopause care. We talk about why so many women are hard on themselves when working toward weight loss goals, how shame and perfectionism can actually stall progress, and why self-compassion is a powerful (and often missing) part of sustainable health change. This conversation is a reminder that you don’t have to be miserable to get healthier — and that kindness isn’t giving up, it’s moving forward smarter. ----- Connect with Dr. Tierney Https://www.sorrelhealthandwellness.com Https://www.instagram.com/meghantierneymd Https://www.instagram.com/sorrelhealthandwellness https://www.youtube.com/@SorrelHealthandWellness ** The Healthier Planner mentioned in this episode can be found here if you want a simple way to stay organized and intentional with your health next year.
Transcribe →5 Health Wins You Had in 2025 That You Might Not Even Realize
Dec 3100:10:33Tap to summarizeAs we close out 2025, it’s easy to focus on what didn’t happen with our health. In this episode, I’m flipping that mindset. Instead of resolutions or pressure, we’re reflecting on five real health wins you may have had this year—even if you didn’t notice them at the time. In this episode, we talk about: Why simply paying attention to your health is a win How showing up to appointments matters more than perfect follow-through The power of small habit changes that actually stick Why setting boundaries is an act of preventive care And why staying engaged with your health means you didn’t fail This is a gentle, encouraging conversation to help you end the year with clarity, not guilt—and carry what’s working into 2026. Listen, reflect, and take a moment to recognize how far you’ve already come. ** The Healthier Planner mentioned in this episode can be found here if you want a simple way to stay organized and intentional with your health next year.
Transcribe →5 Ways to Reset Your Health Before 2026
Dec 1000:10:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Headed to Healthier, Dr. Brittney shares five simple, actionable ways to reset your health before the new year — no overwhelm, no perfection required. Learn how to get current on preventive care, check your health baseline, simplify your daily habits, clear your health to-dos, and set one intention for 2026. In this episode you’ll learn: Why scheduling preventive care now matters What a health baseline includes One small habit that can create big momentum How to declutter lingering health tasks How to choose a single, clear intention for 2026 If you want a place to track all of this and stay consistent all year long, grab the 2026 Healthier Planner — designed to help you plan, organize, and follow through on your healthiest year yet. ----- Order your planner now and start your healthiest year ever! ----- Please join the Facebook community and share with us some of your biggest takeaways from this great episode. Headed to Healthier Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1JPbM9cYQT/ If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend and take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps me reach more women just like you who need these insights as they are Headed to Healthier! Thanks for tuning in! I'll be right here next week!
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