Fatigue is one of the most common — and most frustrating — reasons people seek medical care. In this episode of Between Two White Coats, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster take a deep dive into what it really means when you’re “always tired.”

They break down the important difference between sleepiness and true fatigue, and walk through the many possible causes — from poor sleep, stress, nutrition, blood sugar issues, vitamin and iron deficiencies, thyroid and hormone imbalances, medications, and mental health concerns, to more serious conditions that should never be ignored.

With a practical, patient-centered approach, this episode helps listeners understand when fatigue may be lifestyle-related, when it’s a signal to dig deeper, and why feeling exhausted all the time is not something you should accept as normal.

If you’ve been feeling run down, burned out, or low on energy, this conversation offers clarity, reassurance, and guidance on next steps toward better health!

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The holidays can be magical… and overwhelming. In this episode of Between Two White Coats, Dr. Michelle Plaster and Nurse Practitioner Amber Foster unpack practical, meaningful ways to stay well—mind, body, and soul—throughout the holiday season.

From the pressure of busy schedules to financial strain, emotional highs and lows, and endless festive obligations, the holidays can take a toll on your overall health. Dr. Plaster and Amber break down simple, realistic strategies to help you slow down, stay grounded, and protect your wellbeing in the midst of the holiday chaos.

You’ll learn how to:

✨ Create a “calm and cozy” holiday by reducing the frantic pace, embracing simplicity, and being intentional with your time.

✨ Set healthy boundaries—because every “yes” is a “no” to something else.

✨ Use digital detox moments to reconnect with your family (and yourself!).

✨ Build meaningful traditions through festive activities, family time, and shared experiences.

✨ Choose experiences over stuff and rethink gift-giving in a healthier, more memorable way.

✨ Stay financially well and avoid the January “spending hangover.”

✨ Support your physical health with balanced eating, movement, and seasonal activities.

✨ Practice gratitude to reshape your mindset and lift your emotional health.

✨ Serve others through volunteering—giving your time, not just your money.

The holidays don’t have to control you. With a little intentionality, you can shape the season into one that restores you, strengthens your relationships, and supports complete wellness.

Stay grateful, stay grounded, and take care of yourself this holiday season.

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In today’s episode of Between Two White Coats, we sit down with certified nutritionist and health coach Jenny Fisher to talk about NEAT — Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis — and why it might be the most overlooked key to better health.

If you think staying healthy requires long workouts or hours at the gym, this conversation will be a breath of fresh air. NEAT is all about the small, everyday movements that add up: taking the stairs, standing instead of sitting, folding laundry while standing, stretching during your kid’s practice, walking during phone calls — and so much more.

Jenny breaks down:

• What NEAT actually is
• Why daily movement matters more than you think
• How perimenopause and aging affect our natural activity levels
• Real-life examples of how your normal day can burn more calories
• Ways to reduce sedentary habits without adding “one more thing” to your plate
• How parents and kids alike can build healthier routines

You’ll walk away with practical, doable ways to increase movement, boost metabolism, and improve strength — all without stepping foot in a gym.

✨ Hashtag challenge: #IllTakeTheStairs

Join us in choosing the stairs and creating more opportunities to move throughout the day!

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