Why You're Not Healing: Stress, Insomnia, Weight Gain & the Vagus Nerve with Dr. Navaz Nabib

Why You're Not Healing: Stress, Insomnia, Weight Gain & the Vagus Nerve with Dr. Navaz Nabib

Author: Karen Martel: Certified Hormone Specialist January 24, 2026 Duration: 1:21:34

Have you've tried everything from protocols, to supplements, to experts and the healing still hasn't happened? Why do so many of us stay stuck despite doing "all the right things"? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Navaz Habib, aka "The Vagus Nerve Doc," to explore what might be missing.

What if the real issue isn't another diagnosis, hormone imbalance, or gut protocol? What if it's your nervous system itself? I share my own journey of chasing answers and why discovering the vagus nerve made me question everything I thought I knew about healing.

Why does stress seem to override even the best treatments? How can inflammation, trauma, and feeling unsafe keep the body locked in survival mode? This conversation opens the door to a completely different way of understanding why your body won't let you heal (yet).

In this episode, we uncover:

  • Why doing more treatments can backfire when your nervous system feels unsafe.
  • How chronic stress keeps your body stuck in survival instead of repair.
  • What the vagus nerve has to do with inflammation, hormones, and healing.
  • How past trauma or injuries may silently block recovery.
  • What needs to shift before your body will finally respond to treatment.

If you've ever wondered why you're doing everything right but still feel unwell, this is the episode for you!

 

 

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Midlife brings a cascade of changes that can feel both confusing and isolating, but there’s a clear path through the noise. The Hormone Solution | Perimenopause, Menopause, HRT, Weight Loss & Women's Midlife Health offers that guidance, hosted by Certified Hormone Specialist Karen Martel. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about building a foundational understanding of your body during a pivotal transition. Each episode digs into the specifics of hormonal shifts, exploring practical strategies for managing weight, supporting metabolism, and navigating the realities of hormone replacement therapy. Karen translates complex science into actionable advice, whether the topic is thyroid function, the nuances of perimenopause, or achieving a sustainable midlife transformation. The conversations in this podcast are grounded in expertise and empathy, created specifically for women in their forties and fifties who are tired of generic advice and seek answers that address the root causes of their symptoms. You’ll find a reliable resource here, one that moves beyond simply listing problems to discussing real, evidence-based solutions for reclaiming vitality. Tuning in means joining a community focused on empowerment, where questions about health, fitness, and nutrition during these years are met with clarity and depth. This podcast stands as a trusted companion for anyone ready to move from struggle to informed, confident action.
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