Why do some “healthy” foods leave you tired, hungry, or frustrated? In this episode of Vitality By Design, Coach Dr. Ann Hester—double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine—reveals the hidden science of food pairing and why how you eat foods together matters just as much as what you eat.

You’ll discover how simple food combinations can dramatically improve nutrient absorption, stabilize blood sugar, support gut health, reduce inflammation, and boost energy—without dieting, calorie counting, or cutting out entire food groups. Learn why fat unlocks the power of vegetables, how protein and fiber anchor carbohydrates, which food pairings enhance iron absorption, and how smart pairing supports long-term health and longevity.

This episode delivers practical, real-world strategies grounded in Lifestyle Medicine to help you prevent, treat, and potentially reverse many chronic diseases—always under the guidance of your personal healthcare provider. You’ll walk away with an easy, actionable SMART goal you can start today to make every meal work harder for your body.

If you’re over 40, navigating hormonal changes, managing blood sugar, or simply tired of conflicting nutrition advice, this episode offers clarity, confidence, and a smarter way forward.

🎧 Listen now and start designing your health with intention.
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What if building better health didn’t require perfection, extreme rules, or starting over every January?

In this episode of Vitality by Design, Coach Dr. Ann Hester—double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine—walks you through the six pillars of Lifestyle Medicine and shows you how to use them in real life to create more energy, clarity, and confidence in your health.

You’ll learn how:

• A whole food, plant-forward way of eating fuels your body without deprivation

• Movement can fit into real, busy days (no gym obsession required)

• Restorative sleep improves energy and decision-making

• Stress management keeps your nervous system from living in overdrive

• Positive social connections support health in ways food and exercise can’t

• Toxin avoidance reduces unnecessary strain on your body—without fear or overwhelm

Visit PTRReset.com to sign up for a free video overview of these 6 pillars.

Your gut isn’t the only thing that needs TLC—your whole life shapes the tiny universe inside you. In this episode of Vitality by Design, we explore how stress, exercise, sleep, and social connections all work together to create (or disrupt) a thriving microbiome. Learn how physical activity fuels microbial diversity, why quality rest acts as your gut’s nighttime repair shop, how stress can undo hard-earned progress, and how meaningful connections support both your mood and your microbiome.

We’ll wrap up with a practical, do-it-today SMART goal you can use to start building a happier gut and a healthier you.

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