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#27 Sonia Spil - Doctors Get Women’s Hormones WRONG (Here’s the Truth)

Sonia is a seasoned online health coach with nearly a decade of experience, specialising in autoimmune conditions and hormone dysfunction, including fertility, PCOS, and other metabolic imbalances. Her journey began in the competitive world of bodybuilding as a bikini competitor, but personal health struggles reshaped her approach to coaching.

After being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, amenorrhea, and recurring SIBO, Sonia battled unexplained weight gain, weight loss resistance, and metabolic dysfunction. Despite trying hormone replacement therapy (HRT), her symptoms and lab results remained stagnant, leading to significant cellular dysfunction and frustration. It wasn’t until she discovered VIDAL Coaching’s transformative Flush process that she experienced a breakthrough. Over the course of a year, she restored her cycle, sent Hashimoto’s into remission, and regained her energy—all without relying on medications.

Now, as a coach, Sonia specialises in helping women navigate autoimmune disorders, hormone imbalances, and metabolic dysfunction. Whether it’s supporting fertility, addressing PCOS, or guiding clients through thyroid dysfunction, she uses an evidence-based, functional health approach to create personalised, sustainable solutions. Her mission is to help women break free from the frustration of conventional protocols and reclaim their health with the same strategies that transformed her own life.

> During our discussion, you’ll discover:

(00:05:26) What are hormones

(00:12:36:16) How much do hormones fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle

(00:14:51:04) The menstrual cycle

(00:24:42:12) Does birth control affect how women perceive potential partners

(00:29:59:19) How should women structure their exercise around their period

(00:34:18:08) Why are female health issues becoming more prevalent

(00:44:39:17) How much does stress affect women’s health

(00:51:50:18) What are the main drivers of infertility in women

(00:58:13) How Vidal coaches address female health issues

(01:06:06:16) HRT in women

(01:21:28:16) The biggest women’s health myth

(01:21:41:20) The biggest mistake women make with their health

(01:21:51:09) One nutrient every woman should focus on

(01:22:21:04) The best stress relief strategies for women

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Research Links:

• Vidal Coaching | Online Functional Integrative Health Coaching
• Sonia Spil | Instagram
• Sync and Shine eBook

Dana Zhaksylykova is an environmental researcher on a mission to tackle the growing problem of microplastics.

Her research focuses on identifying and quantifying these tiny plastic particles in wastewater. This research is particularly important as microplastic discharge remains unregulated worldwide, highlighting a critical gap in environmental protection.

Beyond the lab, Dana is a dedicated advocate for raising awareness about microplastics on her social media.

> During our discussion, you’ll discover:

(00:05:47) Were not ruining the planet, just our health

(00:08:08) What are microplastics

(00:14:15) Primary and secondary microplastics

(00:14:14) The most common sources of microplastics

(00:18:12) The impact of fashion on microplastics

(00:20:44) What is fast fashion

(00:21:45) How microplastics affect the environment

(00:28:37) How can you reduce the microplastics issues

(00:37:17) How microplastics affect human health

(00:44:13) Can microplastics contribute to infertility

(00:47:03) Can microplastics cause gut-health issues

(00:49:40) Emerging research regarding microplastics

(00:52:08) The biggest sources of microplastics

(00:53:12) One habit to reduce microplastic exposure

(00:54:07) Does recycling work

The vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.

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Dr. Tyler Panzner is a Ph.D. scientist with a deep background in pharmacology, cancer, neuroscience, and inflammation research. His passion for how different substances affect the body has been lifelong, but about seven years ago, he found his true calling in genetics and personalised medicine. Since then, he's been on a mission to create personalised vitamin, supplement, and lifestyle protocols tailored to each individual’s unique biology.

His approach is all about understanding what your cells truly need and uncovering which vitamins, supplements, or foods might not be a good match for your genetic makeup. He firmly believes that by aligning your habits with your genes, not only can you feel your best every day, but you can also lower your risk for chronic diseases in the long run. His practice focuses on genetically optimising health, helping people unlock their body's full potential to truly thrive.

Dr. Panzner sees a massive lack in supplement education across all sectors of healthcare, which shows up as unnecessary suffering as people feel worse due to the wrong supplement recommendations. He is driven to educate both practitioners for their practice and consumers in the supplement aisle of the store so they can make more informed decisions regarding their or their patient's supplementation strategies.

> During our discussion, you’ll discover:

(00:09:43) Why our current health system is broken

(00:19:19) How Dr Panzner’s clinical experience shapes his research

(00:22:32) Genetics 101

(00:31:19) How Dr Panzner treats his clients

(00:38:37) When do genetics stand out as an issue

(00:44:28) How effective are OATS tests

(00:46:28) The potential side effects of supplements

(00:59:01) Histamine intolerance

(01:07:33) How significant is epigenetic testing

(01:09:34) Dr Panzner’s thoughts on the longevity scene

(01:15:45) How significant are polygenic risk scores

The vP life Podcast is brought to you by vitalityPRO, a supplement company based in the UK that provides you with the latest in health, anti-ageing and longevity supplementation. What makes vitalityPRO unique is that it third-party tests every product batch for quality, purity, heavy metals and other contaminants. vitalityPRO’s mission is simple: provide you with confidence in the quality and effectiveness of your longevity supplements that focus on restoring your cellular health.

To save on your first order, navigate to the home page and sign up for the newsletter to receive 10% off your first order.