Do you feel older than you are, battling unexplained muscle or joint pain, and no one gives you a real answer? In this episode, Stacey Roberts pulls back the curtain on statin medications and exposes the newly discovered science that explains why so many people hurt after starting these drugs.

With decades of experience as a clinician and functional medicine specialist, Stacey Roberts shares proven, compassionate guidance for anyone caught between heart health and a pain-filled life.

You’ll learn about the controversial studies, the revolutionary discovery behind statin-induced pain, and what you can actually do if you need cholesterol support, but pain isn’t the price you want to pay.

Listen now for the facts your provider may not have told you because this episode could save you months, even years, of suffering. Do not miss the root-cause answers and next steps only revealed here.

1. [00:00] – The pain puzzle: “I didn’t fall… so why am I hurting?”
2. [00:01:34] – Statins, secrecy, and the rising tide of mysterious muscle pain
3. [00:02:54] – Pharma-funded studies, placebo confusion… and the missing answers
4. [00:04:46] – Game-changing breakthrough: The calcium “leak” that links statins to pain
5. [00:06:37] – Why YOU might react: Genes, mitochondria, hormones, and inflammation all collide
6. [00:09:16] – Don’t stop cold turkey: Safer strategies and when to talk to your doctor
7. [00:10:19] – Are “natural statins” or lifestyle shifts enough to help your heart?
8. [00:13:37] – Cholesterol’s misunderstood role and the truth about “good enough” levels
9. [00:14:51] – When pain is real—not “just in your head”—and how to fight for quality of life

1. Red Yeast Rice and Monacolin K
2. Soluble fiber (psyllium, oat beta glucan)
3. Niacin (vitamin B therapy)
4. Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinol)
5. Cryo-electron microscopy research on statin muscle effects

1. Why Do Statins Hurt?...

Are you suffering in silence with pelvic pain or painful sex, believing it’s “normal” or something you just have to tolerate? This episode shatters the stigma and reveals why pleasure—not pain—should be your expectation.

Join Stacey Roberts and pelvic health pioneer Heather Jeffcoat for a raw, uplifting conversation packed with practical strategies and science-backed hope. Heather shares what most doctors and patients miss about chronic pain, why specialized pelvic PT matters, and the real roadmap to reclaiming intimacy and vitality.

From misunderstood diagnoses to empowering tools, you’ll leave knowing how to advocate for your health and demand better care. Don’t wait for relief. Tune in now to uncover the proven formula for healing that too often gets overlooked.

Your breakthrough starts inside this episode. Don’t miss what every patient, partner, and provider deserves to know.

Timestamped Highlights

[00:00:00] The anxiety-depression-pain loop: how Covid changed everything (and pelvic PT’s explosive growth)

[00:05:18] Why Heather gave up sports medicine: the “mill clinic” dilemma and hunger for real connection

[00:09:13] Quick fixes aren’t enough: Heather’s early patient struggles and what she wishes she knew

[00:11:14] Sex Without Pain: the radical message (and why Heather had to go beyond a pamphlet)

[00:14:10] Common doesn’t mean normal—breaking generational silence around intimate pain

[00:16:29] Kegels, biofeedback, and why most PT clinics simply aren’t enough

[00:19:10] The glute-jaw-pelvic floor connection (yes, jaw tension may fuel your symptoms)

[00:22:15] SoftWave breakthroughs: how a single device transformed pelvic therapy (and saved Heather’s hands)

[00:29:06] The real next steps if you’re struggling: tools, team, and empowerment

Heather Jeffcoat, DPT is a nationally recognized pelvic health physical therapist, author, and founder of Fusion Wellness & Femina PT in Southern California. She served as President of the Pelvic Health Academy at the American Physical Therapy Association (2022–2024) and sits on advisory boards for the International Pelvic Pain Society. With two decades’ expertise, Heather’s evidence-based care and book Sex Without Pain: A Self-Treatment Guide are changing lives for patients and reshaping the field itself.

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1. Sex Without Pain (book & resources)
2. SoftWave Therapy

Ever wonder why you still suffer even with “normal” bloodwork? Tired of symptom-chasing and quick fixes?

In this empowering episode, bestselling author and practitioner Stacey Roberts welcomes Reed Davis, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition founder and holistic health innovator. They dig deep into why conventional testing misses so much and how food sensitivity and functional labs uncover answers most have never heard.

Get real cases, testing strategies, and fresh hope to reclaim your health.

Timestamped Highlights

[00:00] Reed’s mission: from environmental law to functional health hero

[00:04:40] Why “normal labs” leave people stuck—what’s missing?

[00:07:05] Pain beyond injuries—how “hidden root causes” matter

[00:11:01] Reed’s H.I.D.D.E.N. formula: why there’s rarely a single root cause

[00:14:08] The D.R.E.S.S. protocol—real results beyond diagnosis

[00:17:05] Susan’s story: drug-free relief from chronic hives

[00:22:13] What food sensitivity testing reveals (even about “healthy foods”)

[00:26:55] When doctors dismiss functional labs—how clients can respond

[00:29:00] Metabolic chaos—the missing health link

[00:34:07] The double standard in medicine—data only counts sometimes

[00:39:43] Free resources on functional lab testing

Reed Davis, Double-Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and Doctor of Nutritional Therapy (DNT), is a globally recognized expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine. As the visionary founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN), Reed has pioneered the FDN Certification Course, which has empowered over 5,000 practitioners across 50 countries to take charge of their clients' health. With more than a decade of experience as Health Director at a Southern California wellness center, Reed personally guided over 10,000 clients to optimal wellness, giving him the experience and foundational knowledge needed to teach others to build their own health careers.

🔗 LinkedIn | Website | Facebook

1. Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN)
2. H.I.D.D.E.N. framework (Hormone, Immune, Digestion, Detox, Energy, Nervous system)
3. D.R.E.S.S. for Health Success™ (Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress reduction, Supplementation)
4. ALCAT food sensitivity test / mediator release testing
5. The Gap: Simple Steps to Reclaim Your Health and Reverse Most Chronic Diseases (Chronic Health Recovery Book...

Are you tired of chasing pain relief and feeling like you’re always one step behind your own healing?

In today’s empowering episode, Stacey Roberts cracks open the surprising, science-backed role of fiber for real, lasting relief from muscle and joint pain, often overlooked, but never more relevant for anyone ready to feel vibrant again.

Drawing from breakthrough studies and her own decades-long journey, Stacey Roberts reveals why fiber is more than a “digestion” thing—it’s the missing link in reducing inflammation, supporting your body from the inside out, and reclaiming the active, joyful life you deserve.

Don’t wait for pain to define your days. This episode unlocks proven strategies and answers you won’t find anywhere else. Listen now to start your game-changing, pain-free path because what you do today truly transforms your tomorrow.

• [00:00:00] – Can what you eat really change your pain? The silent power of fiber revealed
• [00:01:03] – An 8-year study uncovers the real, lasting pain relief hiding in your gut
• [00:04:19] – Why fiber isn’t just about digestion—discover the science behind joint pain relief
• [00:06:06] – Meet butyrate and the chemical messengers lowering your inflammation
• [00:07:27] – Soluble vs. insoluble fiber: The difference that changes everything
• [00:10:01] – The warning sign few know: When added fiber makes you feel worse
• [00:12:26] – Stacey’s own battle with fiber intolerance and the surprising way out
• [00:13:36] – Start low, go slow: How to build your fiber habit for real healing (without regret)

Blog Post: 3 Ways Fiber Can Calm Joint Pain – What You Need to Know

Fortuna R, Hart DA, Sharkey KA, Schachar RA, Johnston K, Reimer RA. Effect of a prebiotic supplement on knee joint function, gut microbiota, and inflammation in adults with co-morbid obesity and knee osteoarthritis: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2021 Apr 7;22(1):255. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05212-w. PMID: 33827639; PMCID: PMC8025512.

Dai Z, Lu N, Niu J, Felson DT, Zhang Y. Dietary Fiber Intake in Relation to Knee Pain Trajectory. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2017 Sep;69(9):1331-1339. doi: 10.1002/acr.23158. Epub 2017 Aug 13. PMID: 27899003; PMCID: PMC5447491.

Dai Z, Niu J, Zhang Y, Jacques P, Felson DT. Dietary intake of fibre and risk of knee osteoarthritis in two US prospective cohorts. Ann Rheum Dis. 2017 Aug;76(8):1411-1419. doi: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2016-210810. Epub 2017 May 23. Erratum in: Ann Rheum Dis. 2017 Dec;76(12):2103. doi: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2016-210810corr1. PMID: 28536116.

Ma Y, Hébert JR, Li W, Bertone-Johnson ER, Olendzki B, Pagoto SL, Tinker L, Rosal MC, Ockene IS, Ockene JK, Griffith JA, Liu S. Association between dietary fiber and markers of systemic inflammation in the Women's Health Initiative Observational Study. Nutrition. 2008 Oct;24(10):941-9. doi: 10.1016/j.nut.2008.04.005. Epub 2008 Jun 18. PMID: 18562168; PMCID: PMC2603616.

Ma, W., Nguyen, L.H., Song, M. et al. Dietary fiber intake, the gut microbiome, and chronic systemic inflammation in a cohort of adult men. Genome Med 13, 102 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13073-021-00921-y

Silva YP, Bernardi A and Frozza RL (2020) The role of short-chain fatty acids from gut microbiota in gut-brain communication. Front. Endocrinol. 11:25. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2020.00025

Lachmansingh DA, Valderrama B, Bastiaanssen T, Cryan J, Clarke G, Lavelle A. Impact of dietary fiber on gut microbiota composition, function and gut-brain modules in healthy adults - a systematic review protocol. HRB Open Res. 2024 Feb 26;6:62. doi:...

Alcohol and pain don’t mix—literally. In this episode, Stacey gets real about how even moderate alcohol consumption can wreak havoc on your joints, muscles, hormones, gut, and sleep.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, perimenopause, or post-workout recovery struggles, this episode breaks down exactly how alcohol derails healing and what to drink instead if you still want to indulge occasionally. It’s the conversation your doctor probably isn’t having with you, but should.

• [00:01:10] Why alcohol and joint pain is a touchy topic (especially in Wisconsin)
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• [00:02:00] The #1 reason alcohol worsens joint and muscle pain: inflammation
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• [00:03:15] Alcohol raises inflammatory markers (IL-6, TNF-alpha, CRP) and oxidative stress
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• [00:04:47] Fascia, cartilage, and hydration—how alcohol dehydrates key tissues
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• [00:05:41] Gut damage, leaky gut, and lipopolysaccharides that attack your joints
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• [00:07:15] Histamines in alcohol: why wine, beer, and champagne can trigger joint flares
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• [00:08:00] Women in perimenopause/postmenopause are especially sensitive to alcohol
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• [00:10:00] The rebound estrogen crash: why one drink can worsen menopause symptoms
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• [00:11:22] How alcohol affects men: testosterone suppression and man boobs
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• [00:12:33] Alcohol + workouts = sabotage: it blocks muscle recovery and increases belly fat
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• [00:14:35] Poor sleep, increased pain sensitivity, and blood sugar crashes
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• [00:15:54] What to avoid: beer, red wine, sugary cocktails
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• [00:17:28] Better options: gluten-free vodka, seltzer with citrus, dry white wine or champagne
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• [00:19:07] How much is okay? Best practices for alcohol timing and pain management
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• [00:21:22] Avoid alcohol 2 days before/after SoftWave or intense training
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• [00:22:32] Why alcohol actually worsens the symptoms it’s often used to cope with
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• [00:23:48] The bottom line: inflammation, gut damage, hormones, and hydration matter
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If you’re dealing with joint pain, gut issues, or hormone imbalances, alcohol can make your symptoms worse—even if you drink moderately. Talk to your provider about how alcohol affects your specific pain condition, and consider taking breaks during flares or treatment periods.

Call us for personalized support and testing

📞 414-299-8121

📧 info@newyouhealthandwellness.com

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• Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks
• Biomechanics: When Movement Matters
• Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint and Muscle Health
• Hormones: A Missing Piece in Pain Relief
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• Stacey’s Book on Amazon -

Are you tired of “just managing” pain and want a real breakthrough? What if the secret to lasting relief isn’t another pill, but rewiring the tiny engines inside your cells?

Stacey Roberts welcomes integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Scott Sherr to reveal the surprising science behind mitochondria, inflammation, and chronic pain. Together, they unpack how stress and diet ignite cellular dysfunction, why most Americans are living with suboptimal mitochondria, and what you can do now to restore energy, resilience, and relief.

Listen now to sidestep the endless trial-and-error loop, discover insider diagnostics, and finally reclaim your best life. These powerful strategies aren’t being taught anywhere else.

Timestamped Highlights

[00:00:32] – Why the “little engine” in your cells might be sabotaging your pain recovery

[00:02:28] – How thousands of mitochondria per cell decide which organs break down first

[00:03:16] – The radical reason most doctors miss root causes of pain—Dr. Sherr’s personal story

[00:09:02] – Red blood cells ditch mitochondria, and why this matters for healing and oxygen

[00:10:44] – The #1 sabotage to your mitochondria: insulin resistance revealed

[00:13:32] – “Sympathetic spiral of doom”—How chronic stress traps your cells in fight-or-flight

[00:16:45] – A staggering fact: Only 6% of US adults have metabolically healthy mitochondria

[00:17:06] – Chronic pain, cortisol, and the inflammation loop—breaking free for real relief

[00:23:21] – Why your pain may not be about injury anymore (and what to do next)

[00:26:30] – GABA and the real neuroscience behind stress, anxiety, and cell burnout

[00:32:00] – Supplements are not a magic bullet—here’s what actually works for whole-body healing

[00:38:11] – The three tests Dr. Sherr uses to personalize healing and pain reversal

Dr. Scott Sherr is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the COO of Troscriptions. He is certified in Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and specializes in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). Scott’s mission is to make complex science easy to understand and apply. Through his clinical work, teaching, and media appearances, he helps people and practitioners use HBOT and HOMe principles to boost brain health, energy, and resilience. Known for clear, actionable education, he translates cutting-edge research into practical steps that improve everyday health.

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Clinics:

📍Troscriptions® LLC, Dover, DE

• Genova Diagnostics
• Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMeHOPe)
• One Base Health

• Pain-Free Formula Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pain-free-formula/id1802518411
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• Free eBooks - https://newyouhealthandwellness.com/ebooks
• Biomechanics: When Movement Matters
• Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Pain - The Gut Joint Axis: A Missing Link to Joint

Cortisone shots are often handed out without warnings or disclaimers, but at what cost?

In this episode, Stacey breaks down the real science behind corticosteroid injections and why science has shown their short-term relief may come with long-term consequences.

From cartilage damage to increased risk of joint replacement, you’ll learn why informed consent matters and what safer, evidence-based alternatives you can explore.

[00:01:00] Cortisone’s reputation vs. reality: widely used but only provides short-term relief

[00:02:22] JAMA study: Corticosteroid every 3 months = more cartilage loss, no better pain relief

[00:03:00] Risks include cartilage damage, fractures, and rare joint collapse

[00:04:40] Cortisone shots near the shoulder linked to higher risk of rotator cuff tears

[00:06:14] More injections = higher risk of total joint replacements (especially knees)

[00:08:00] Injections into replaced joints can increase infection risk

[00:09:00] Systemic effects: blood sugar spikes, insomnia, flushing, elevated BP

[00:10:12] No “safe” number of injections—many studies show risk with just 1–2

[00:11:00] Safer options available

[00:13:40] Stacey’s personal story: Why she said no to the cortisone shot (and wrote her book)

[00:17:00] Why cortisone is still widely used

[00:22:06] Studies shows changes in biomechanics can reduce arthritis pain and slow progression

[00:24:02] If surgery is coming, when to avoid cortisone

[00:25:00] Strategic use may be okay but repeat use often backfires

⚠️ Important: Cortisone injections carry risks including cartilage breakdown, rotator cuff tears, systemic side effects, and higher rates of joint replacement. Discuss all options with your provider. If surgery is planned, avoid injections within 3 months of the procedure. This information is for educational use only and is not considered medical advice. Always speak to your healthcare provider when making health related decisions.

Call us for noninvasive regenerative options

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• AAOS Knee OA Guidelines (2021): Read Here
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• JAMA RCT on cartilage loss: PubMed
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• RSNA: Steroid injections worsen OA: RSNA Report
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• Shoulder steroid → tendon tear: PMC
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• Increased TKA risk: PubMed
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• Infection risk if <3 months before surgery: PubMed
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• Systemic effects post-injection: PMC
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• PRP vs. steroid injections (regenerative medicine commentary): Regenexx
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• Pain-Free Formula Podcast -...

Menopause isn’t just about hot flashes. It can show up as unexplained joint pain, shoulder issues, pelvic dysfunction, and too often, women are told it’s all “just aging.” In this episode of The Pain-Free Formula Podcast, Stacey Roberts sits down with fellow physical therapist and pelvic health pioneer Stacey Futterman Tauriello to break down what’s really happening to our bodies during perimenopause and menopause, and why your hormones might be at the root of your pain.

They unpack how estrogen acts as an anti-inflammatory, why pelvic floor therapy matters more than Kegels, and how tools like SoftWave can help restore tissue health. Plus, they preview the upcoming 2026 Not Your Mother’s Menopause conference, what inspired it all and how you can gain access.

This is an empowering conversation for every woman navigating midlife changes, providers supporting them, or anyone ready to stop normalizing pain and start asking better questions.

Timestamped Highlights

[00:00:00] – Meet Stacey Futterman Tauriello and why menopause is a pain topic, literally

[00:01:27] – How hormone shifts can trigger joint pain worse than hot flashes

[00:02:30] – Personal stories of perimenopause symptoms and the power of estrogen therapy

[00:04:30] – Behind the Not Your Mother’s Menopause conference and its explosive growth

[00:06:00] – Why HRT is not the only path: alternative sessions at the 2026 event

[00:07:00] – The gap in research and how providers can empower instead of gaslight

[00:08:40] – What PTs should ask about hormonal health (yes, even at age 38)

[00:09:50] – Estrogen as joint lube: how its loss changes recovery and performance

[00:10:55] – Why pelvic floor dysfunction shows up years after childbirth

[00:12:05] – The truth about “small bladders” and why we’ve normalized leaking

[00:13:00] – From intimacy to incontinence: why tissue health = muscle health

[00:14:20] – The misunderstood overactivity of pelvic floors

[00:15:00] – How SoftWave helps boost blood flow, rebuild tissue, and support healing

[00:16:15] – It’s not weakness—it’s circulation, coordination, and better input

[00:17:30] – Conference preview: Ozempic, hormones, cancer, sexual health & more

[00:18:55] – How to talk to your doctor: testing, questions, and empowerment

[00:20:30] – Creating community: why this is more than a lecture; it’s a movement

[00:22:00] – What drives Stacey Futterman: doing good in a chaotic world

[00:23:15] – Final takeaway: hope, community, and passing it on

Safety Reminders

Pelvic floor symptoms, hormonal shifts, and chronic joint pain during menopause are common, but not normal. If you’re dealing with new pain, incontinence, or tissue changes, consult a qualified provider. This episode is educational and does not replace medical advice.

About the Guest

Stacey Futterman Tauriello, PT, MPT, WCS, BCB-PMD is a nationally recognized pelvic and orthopedic physical therapist, founder of 5 Point Physical Therapy, cofounder of Not Your Mother’s Menopause, and a longtime instructor with the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. She blends orthopedic sports medicine with pelvic floor rehab to help patients resolve pain, regain confidence, and live fully. She’s been featured on NBC’s Today Show, CBS New York, and more.

Clinics:

📍 New York, NY: 5 POINT Physical Therapy PLLC

37 W. 20th Street, Suite 607 | Tel: 212-226-2066

📍 Millburn, NJ: 5 POINT Physical Therapy and Wellness LLC

318 Main Street, Suite 200A | Tel: 973-671-5855

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🎟️ Not Your Mother’s Menopause Conference Info

• 📅 January 11, 2026
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• 🌐 Register: