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Itchy and Bitchy

Itchy and Bitchy

By: Karen Nickell
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 Nurse practitioner Karen Nickell discusses the realities of menopause and the female midlife in a way that is both informative and fun.

Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.Copyright Itchy and Bitchy Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
Episodes
  • Methylene Blue: What Is It Really?

    Methylene Blue: What Is It Really?
    Jun 21 2025
    Karen unpacks the hype surrounding methylene blue, a vivid cobalt dye that's gained popularity as a trendy wellness supplement. From its historical use as a textile dye and medical treatment to modern claims about boosting brain power, energy, and longevity, Karen breaks down what the science actually says—and what it doesn’t. With potential risks ranging from drug interactions to serotonin toxicity, she urges listeners to think twice before adding this unregulated supplement to their daily routine.

    Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.
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    20 mins
  • Face Taping: Karen's Mom is Loving This!

    Face Taping: Karen's Mom is Loving This!
    Jun 7 2025
    Karen breaks down the growing trend of face taping as a non-invasive approach to reducing wrinkles and lifting sagging skin. She explains the difference between aesthetic taping for red carpet-ready lift and overnight wrinkle patches like Frownies that aim to retrain facial muscles. Karen walks listeners through product options, techniques, and safety tips—while sharing her own experiences (and her mom’s timeless advice) about fighting the dreaded “11s.”

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    16 mins
  • Presto Chango: Hormone Precursors

    Presto Chango: Hormone Precursors
    May 24 2025
    Karen breaks down the benefits of precursor hormones—specifically pregnenolone and DHEA—for those who struggle with traditional hormone replacement therapy. She explains how these naturally occurring compounds support the production of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, and how they may offer relief from symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and low libido.

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    18 mins
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