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The podcast of Dr. Isabel Viña Bas, physician and medical-scientific director of IVB Wellness Lab. In this space, Dr. Viña shares everything essential about hormones, metabolism, nutrition, and supplementation in an approachable and clear manner. Her purpose is to help you understand how your body works and provide you with science-based tools so you can make better decisions about your health. Here you will find practical explanations and the key to making your hormones your allies.

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Most Listened to Health and Fitness Section in Spain
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Episodes
EP 132. Huevos, yogures, moho, bacterias y caducidad: errores comunes con la comida - Mario Sánchez

EP 132. Eggs, yogurts, mold, bacteria, and expiration dates: common food mistakes - Mario Sánchez

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:f5ab3494-dec0-4957-94da-f1b4fdb59e4e-0" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:f5ab3494-dec0-4957-94da-f1b4fdb59e4e-0" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> Did you know that a food can look perfect and still cause food poisoning? In this episode, we talk with Mario Sánchez, a food technologist and food safety expert, about the most common mistakes we make at home when handling, cooking, and storing food. From salmonella or listeria to bagged salads, cooked rice, refrigerator organization, or reusing oil, we debunk myths and review practical tips to reduce risks in daily life. An essential episode to understand that eating safely depends not only on what we eat, but also on how we handle it.

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EP 131. Sexóloga habla claro del suelo pélvico: mitos, dolor y eyaculación precoz - Sandra Gómez

EP 131. Sexologist Speaks Clearly About the Pelvic Floor: Myths, Pain, and Premature Ejaculation - Sandra Gómez

In this episode, we speak with Sandra Gómez, a physiotherapist specializing in pelvic floor and sexology, about the importance of caring for a part of the body that is rarely discussed. We talk about urine leakage, pain during intimacy, physical exercise, hormonal contraceptives, menstrual pain, and other symptoms that are often normalized when they shouldn't be. Additionally, we debunk common myths and explain why the pelvic floor is also important for men's health. A practical episode to understand that living with discomfort is not normal and that there are solutions.
EP 130. Médico da las claves para mejorar tu salud: fatiga, sueño y músculo - Dr. Enrique Esteve

EP 130. Doctor Shares Keys to Improve Your Health: Fatigue, Sleep, and Muscle - Dr. Enrique Esteve

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:0901dc6c-0d76-4094-8e00-a286e2ee79cb-3" data-testid="conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> Constant tiredness and fatigue are not always isolated problems: they can reflect a deeper imbalance between the immune system, sleep, muscles, and inflammation. In this episode, Dr. Enrique Esteve explains the role of the Epstein-Barr virus in fatigue, viral reactivations, and its relationship with certain autoimmune diseases. We also discuss the importance of sleep, the impact of sleep medications, and the role of muscles in immunity, as well as topics like thyroiditis, histamine, and obstetric antiphospholipid syndrome. A reminder that the body functions as a whole, where immunity, rest, and fertility are deeply connected.
EP 129. Tus ojos pueden avisarte antes que nadie: oftalmóloga da las claves - Dra. Sara Mora

EP 129. Your eyes can warn you before anyone else: ophthalmologist gives the keys - Dr. Sara Mora

Eyes don't work in isolation: they can reveal a lot about overall health. In this episode, ophthalmologist Sara Mora explains how diseases like diabetes or hypertension can be detected through vision and what signs should alert us. We also cover topics such as dry eye, eye strain, contact lens use, and factors like pregnancy or menopause. A reminder that taking care of eye health is key and that seeing well doesn't always mean being well.
EP 128. Cómo afecta el azúcar en sangre: diabetes, alcohol, edulcorantes y deporte - Adrián Díaz

EP 128. How Blood Sugar Affects You: Diabetes, Alcohol, Sweeteners, and Sports - Adrián Díaz

Type 1 diabetes is a complex, invisible autoimmune disease. In this episode, Don Sacarino helps us understand its symptoms, diagnosis, and impact on daily life. We talk about glucose, hypoglycemia, technology, exercise, and mental fatigue to better understand what living with it entails.
EP 127. Lo que nadie te explica sobre medicamentos, cosmética y farmacia - Fran Cuéllar

EP 127. What no one tells you about medicine, cosmetics, and pharmacy - Fran Cuéllar

We speak with Fran Cuéllar, a pharmacist and biotechnologist, about everything we often misunderstand when we think about pharmacies, medications, and the pharmaceutical industry. From the real role of the pharmacist on the front lines of health to the controls that drugs undergo, generics, biological therapies, and CAR-T. Additionally, we bring it all down to everyday life by discussing cosmetics, ingredients, retinol, sun protection, and hydration to learn how to take care of your skin with more discernment and less marketing.
EP 126. Todo lo que debes saber del embarazo: Guía completa con una matrona - Naza Olivera

EP 126. Everything you need to know about pregnancy: A complete guide with a midwife - Naza Olivera

Pregnancy and postpartum are full of changes, doubts, and conflicting messages. In this episode, Naza Olivera, a midwife and international lactation consultant , clearly addresses topics such as physical and emotional changes , nutrition during pregnancy , gestational diabetes, childbirth, epidurals, and postpartum care , drawing on evidence and clinical experience.
EP 125. Desmontando mitos de la nutrición: carne roja, azúcar, soja, proteína y B12 - con Miguel López

EP 125. Debunking Nutrition Myths: Red Meat, Sugar, Soy, Protein, and B12 - with Miguel López

We talked about soy, how much meat we eat compared to how little legumes appear on our plates, vitamin B12 supplementation, muscle gain with plant protein , and other myths that haven't been properly explained to you.
EP 124. Relaciones tóxicas, rupturas y ansiedad en el amor, con la psicóloga Cris Romero

EP 124. Toxic relationships, breakups and anxiety in love, with psychologist Cris Romero

How anxiety impacts our relationships and the way we experience love. We talked about overthinking, fear of loneliness, breakups, and toxic relationships. A practical and honest episode to understand your relationships and learn to love with more calm and less fear.
EP 123. Así afecta la ansiedad a nuestro cuerpo: microbiota, cortisol y sueño con la Dra. Sara Marín

EP 123. How anxiety affects our body: microbiota, cortisol and sleep with Dr. Sara Marín

Persistent fatigue, stress that manifests in the body, indigestion, or sleep that doesn't restore rest? In this episode of Your Friends the Hormones , Isabel Viña talks with Dr. Sara Marín, an expert in gut microbiota and women's health, about how cortisol, chronic stress, and gut health influence energy, mood, digestion, and sleep.
EP 122. Lactancia, Vacunas y Sueño Infantil: Una pediatra aclara las grandes dudas, con Alejandra Tortosa

EP 122. Breastfeeding, Vaccinations and Infant Sleep: A pediatrician clarifies the big doubts, with Alejandra Tortosa

Breastfeeding, sleep, vaccines, and children's health explained without fear or myths. An essential episode for new mothers and fathers.
EP 121. Enfermedades autoinmunes: por qué son cada vez más comunes con el Dr. Fragío

EP 121. Autoimmune diseases: why they are becoming more common with Dr. Fragio

Autoimmune diseases, their apparent increase and the role of early diagnosis. They address lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Behçet's disease, explaining symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and the broader impact beyond what is immediately apparent. They also analyze the influence of stress, diet, and certain nutrients, aiming to better understand autoimmunity and reduce fear.