#347 Women’s Wellness: Addressing Root Causes in Healthcare with Tina Vidal-Duart

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Nutrition and Life podcast! Host Lisa Franz sits down with Tina Vidal-Duart, pioneering healthcare executive and founder of Valera (soon to be Evita Wellness) to talk all things women’s health, functional medicine, and the power of putting yourself first.

Tina shares her journey from turning around struggling rural hospitals to addressing the overlooked needs of women in perimenopause and menopause, and reveals how personalized care changed her own health. This episode is packed with practical steps, relatable advice, and the gentle reminder that showing up for yourself is the most important investment you can make.

Tune in for wisdom, inspiration, and real-world strategies from two women passionate about helping you thrive!

Timestamp Overview:

[00:00] - Introduction & Tina’s Background

[01:10] - Gaps in Women’s Health & Start of Tina’s Wellness Mission

[02:00] - Common Symptoms and Seeking Answers

[03:00] - What Is Functional Precision Medicine?

[04:30] - Blood Work, Testing, & The Problem with “Normal” Lab Ranges

[06:30] - HRT, Peptides, and A Personalized Approach

[08:00] - Food Sensitivities, Inflammation, and Simple At-Home Tests

[10:20] - Sleep, Progesterone, and Real-Life Results