In a world where chronic illness is skyrocketing and people are spending thousands on supplements and labs with little relief, what if we’ve been focusing on the wrong thing?

In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Mel Hopper Koppelman, Program Director at Synthesis Health Lab, to talk about a radically different — and incredibly effective — approach to healing. Instead of chasing symptoms or optimizing labs, Mel focuses on repairing the foundation of the nervous system and working with the first principles of health. The result? A 50%+ reduction in symptoms for many chronic illness sufferers without endless supplements or constant testing.

Mel blends ancient healing wisdom with modern neuroscience and has helped thousands recover from chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, fibromyalgia, and more — especially those who felt like they had “tried everything.”

💡 In this episode, we explore:

• Why health creation is a lifelong skill

• The 5-stage process Mel uses to guide clients through recovery

• How to understand your nervous system and immune system for better outcomes

• The role of Internal Family Systems (IFS) in healing

• The truth about neurodevelopment and chronic illness

• Tools to support healing when nothing else has worked

🧠 Whether you’re a patient or practitioner, this episode will widen your lens and give you actionable insights to rethink what healing really means.

📘 RESOURCES & LINKS:
→ Learn more about Mel and the Synthesis Health Solutions & Support Group: https://synthesishealth.co/
→ Apply for free to get guidance and ask questions
→ Connect with Dr. Jannine Krause: @drjanninekrause

📌 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Chronic illness recovery begins with the nervous system.

• Healing requires shifting from symptom management to true health restoration.

• The psychological aspects of healing are just as important as physical ones.

• Addressing energy management, neurodevelopment, and foundational health creates lasting change.

🎧 Listen now and discover how real healing starts by going deeper — not just doing more.

In this conversation, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Jennifer Brower as she shares her personal journey through chronic illness, including Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and the aftermath of COVID-19. She discusses the challenges of misdiagnosis and the emotional toll of navigating the healthcare system. Jennifer emphasizes the importance of finding the right healing modalities, building a supportive community, and advocating for oneself in medical settings. She also highlights the significance of emotional health and the need for personalized approaches to wellness.

We dive deep into:
🌿 The hidden dangers of mold and why it’s often overlooked
🦠 Jennifer’s winding path through chronic illness and what finally helped
🔥 The healing role of ozone therapy, infrared saunas, and holistic medicine
✨ Why following your intuition is non-negotiable in your healing journey
📘 Her new book The Silent Killers — a must-read for patients and caregivers

Jennifer’s story is one of resilience, hope, and fierce determination to not only survive—but thrive.

Chapters:

00:00

Introduction to Silent Killers

09:47

Jennifer's Health Journey Begins

16:32

The Role of a Support System

24:21

Nervous System and Healing

30:45

Preparing for Doctor Visits

41:28

Exploring Raindrop Therapy and Community Support

ABOUT JENNIFER C. BROWER:
Jennifer holds a degree in Communications & Public Relations from Florida State University and is a licensed commercial real estate broker. But after her own health collapsed, she channeled her passion into wellness advocacy. She now uses her voice to educate others about chronic illness, environmental toxicity, and the power of integrative healing.

📚 Grab Jennifer’s Book: The Silent Killers — A handbook for navigating mold, Lyme, and chronic illness - https://silentkillersbook.com/
Follow Jennifer: https://jennifercbrower.com/
Connect with us: The Health Fix Podcast - @drjanninekrause on Instagram

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If you’re a woman over 40 wondering “What is happening to me?”—this episode is your permission slip to get curious, not quiet. Dr. Jannine Krause and Theresa Lear Levine dive deep into the hormonal maze of perimenopause and menopause—from brain fog and bloating to ADHD symptoms and anxiety—and explain how these changes ripple far beyond your period tracker.

We talk hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—the myths, the magic, and the marketing of “bioidenticals.” We break down the often-missed links between gut health, detoxification, emotional regulation, and your hormone story. And yes, we talk about the things nobody wants to admit: the not so pretty results of various cleanses, the relationship between estrogen, binge eating and emotional outbursts, and why relational healing is hormonal healing.

This is the conversation your doctor probably hasn’t had with you—but your body is begging for it.

• Perimenopause isn’t just hot flashes—it’s emotional, mental, and deeply personal.

• Hormonal shifts can trigger or worsen ADHD symptoms, anxiety, and overwhelm.

• Estrogen detox is directly tied to gut health.

• How xenoestrogens from plastics, beauty products, and cleaning supplies are hormone saboteurs.

• Why detox pathways must be supported, especially in your 40s and 50s.

• Weight gain is not just calories—it’s chemistry and quantum physics.

• HRT is not one-size-fits-all and why saying Bioidentical-HRT is "natural" is misleading

• Mental clarity, mood, and libido are all influenced by estrogen and progesterone.

• Your emotional and nervou system health affect your hormones.

• Healing happens in safe, supportive relationships—this is nervous system work we're overlooking

• “All healing is relational healing.”

• “It’s not just about the uterus—your whole life changes.”

• “You can’t out-supplement a nervous system stuck in survival mode.”

• “It’s like cleaning out a sewer pipe—but for your hormones.”

• You’re in your 40s or 50s and feeling “off” but don’t know why

• You’ve tried diets, supplements, or HRT or Bio-HRT but still feel stuck

• You’ve been dismissed or misdiagnosed

• You’re craving clarity, connection, and a roadmap that makes sense