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Still feel like your body is asking for something more — but the answers you’ve been given don’t quite fit?
You’ve prayed. You’ve tried to do the “right” things. You’ve cleaned up your diet, followed the protocols, tracked the symptoms — and yet you still feel tired, inflamed, hormonally off, or quietly discouraged by a system that offers management instead of understanding.
Faith Over Pharma is a faith-led wellness podcast for women (and couples) who are ready to slow down, listen more deeply, and explore healing with discernment — without defaulting to pharmaceuticals or one-size-fits-all solutions.
Hosted by Susan Gladstein, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Functional Nutrition Specialist, the show blends science, scripture, and lived experience to help you reconnect with the wisdom God built into the body.
Through thoughtful conversations and real-life stories, episodes explore foundational health, nervous system support, light-based therapies, fertility after vasectomy reversal, hormone balance, chronic symptoms, and the role of faith in making wise, embodied health decisions.
This is not a space for quick fixes or pressure to “do more.”
It’s a place to create room — for clarity, restoration, and trust in the healing process God is still unfolding.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed, rushed, or told your symptoms are simply something you have to live with, this space will remind you of what’s true:
Your body was designed with intelligence.
Healing doesn’t have to be forced.
And faith belongs in the conversation.
Welcome to Faith Over Pharma — where we choose discernment before default, and honor the pace of real healing.
Episodes

Thursday Jul 31, 2025
56. Testimony | Faith-Led Breast Cancer Healing with Beverly Lewis
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
What happens when you're told you have breast cancer—but your first response is peace, not panic?
In this powerful Testimony Thursday episode, Beverly Lewis shares how she chose a faith-led path to healing after her breast cancer diagnosis. Instead of rushing into surgery and standard treatments, Beverly pressed pause, asked hard questions, and sought God’s direction every step of the way.
From saying no to a mastectomy… to building a support team aligned with her values… to discovering alternative therapies like phototherapy and detox—Beverly’s story will challenge everything you think you know about cancer, healing, and what it means to trust God with your health.
Whether you’ve walked through a diagnosis or know someone who has, this episode is a reminder: God still heals. And you don’t have to choose fear just because the system tells you to.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Why Beverly said no to the standard of care—and what she did instead
- The power of building a faith-filled support team
- How God confirmed her healing path every step of the way
- The importance of baby steps, detox, and listening to your body
- Why your healing isn’t about being perfect—it’s about participating with God
Connect with Beverly:
Listen to The High Road to Leadership podcast
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverlydrulewis/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeverlyLewisSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beverlyspeaks/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeverlyLewis32405/
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com

Monday Jul 28, 2025
55. What Trusting God Taught Me About Healing
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
What Happens When You Say Yes to God’s Plan—Even When It’s Not Yours?
If you're exhausted by chronic fatigue, unexplained symptoms, hormone imbalances, or just feeling dismissed by every doctor you see—this episode is for you.
In this 1-year anniversary episode of this podcast, I’m sharing the real story behind how this show came to be, what led me to rebrand (twice!), and how saying yes to God through unexpected pregnancy, miscarriage, military retirement, and spiritual awakening shaped everything that followed.
Whether you're struggling with autoimmune flare-ups, infertility, anxiety, or burnout, this episode is your reminder that healing is possible—and it starts at the root.
💥 If you’ve ever:
• Been told your labs are “normal” but you don’t feel normal
• Felt like the medical system keeps missing the real issue
• Wondered if God still heals in a world full of prescriptions and protocols
…then Faith Over Pharma is the place for you.
You’ll walk away from this episode with:
✔️ A deeper understanding of how faith, holistic health, and radical obedience can rewrite your healing journey
✔️ Hope for what’s possible—even after trauma, loss, or chronic illness
✔️ Clarity on what to expect as the podcast expands beyond fertility to whole-body, faith-led healing
GIVEAWAY DEETS!
To celebrate 1 year of podcasting (and my 45th birthday), I’m giving away 3 incredible prizes to support your natural healing journey:
🌿 A FREE 1:1 Healing Strategy Session
🎓 A full scholarship to The Rooted Reset, my brand-new holistic health program launching in September
📦 A Curated Wellness Essentials Bundle with my favorite holistic tools
Here’s how to enter:
- Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts
- Screenshot it
- Tag @coachsusangladstein on Instagram
- Use the hashtag #faithoverpharma
📅 Winners will be announced August 15 on Instagram!
Next Steps:
Start with phototherapy:
susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Go deeper with The Rooted Reset™:
susangladstein.com/reset
Join us in Costa Rica for the Rooted Reset Retreat 2026:
susangladstein.com/retreat
Join the Faith Over Pharma community:
faithoverpharma.org
Connect on Instagram: @susangladstein.co
Get the Faithful in the Wait Devotional: faithfulinthewait.com

Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Trailer | Faith Over Pharma: A New Way to Heal
Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Saturday Jul 26, 2025
Ever feel like the deeper you search for healing, the more you're handed prescriptions, protocols, and “normal labs”—but never real answers?
Faith Over Pharma is a Christian wellness podcast for truth-seekers, critical thinkers, and health-conscious believers who are tired of managing symptoms and ready to heal at the root.
Hosted by Susan Gladstein, a Jesus-loving holistic health practitioner and homeschooling mama, this show exposes the flaws in our pharmaceutical-driven healthcare model—and points you back to God’s design for healing.
In this podcast, you’ll discover:
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Why your symptoms are messengers—not mistakes
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What the system overlooks (and why it’s not your fault)
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How to stop outsourcing your health and take it back
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The power of root-cause healing, biblical wisdom, and real testimonies
If you’re done chasing diagnoses, dismissive doctors, and surface-level solutions—this is your space.
Each week, Susan brings faith-based health strategies, real healing stories, and bold conversations that help you question the narrative and reclaim your peace, energy, and clarity—God’s way.
👉 Subscribe now and join the movement.
It’s time to flip the script… and heal the way God designed.
🔗 More tools + truth at: faithoverpharma.org

Monday Jul 21, 2025
Monday Jul 21, 2025
If you've been told “everything looks normal” but you're still not pregnant—this episode is for you.
I’m joined by world-renowned fertility specialist and Harvard-awarded scholar Gabriela Rosa, founder of The Rosa Institute and creator of the F.E.R.T.I.L.E. Method®. Gabriela has helped over 140,000 couples across 110+ countries—and today, she’s breaking down the real reasons couples still struggle to conceive, even after IVF, "normal" labs, and endless supplements.
We’re talking about the most overlooked root causes of infertility, the problem with unexplained diagnoses, and why IVF isn’t always the best next step. Gabriela doesn’t hold back—this conversation will shift the way you view your fertility journey and empower you to take charge of your healing.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why “everything looks normal” often means “we didn’t look deep enough”
- The four tests most doctors rely on—and what they miss
- How hidden root causes can delay conception even after IVF
- The truth about egg and sperm development cycles (spoiler: it’s longer than 90 days)
- What to do when you feel like you’ve tried everything
- Why lifestyle, exposures, and timing matter more than we’re told
Connect with Gabriela Rosa:
📘 Grab her book Fertility Breakthrough or explore her programs at fertilitybreakthrough.com
🎧 Listen to her podcast: TalkSex with Gabriela Rosa
💥 Don’t Miss This:
This podcast is getting a brand-new name, mission, and bold new direction on July 29—the same day it turns ONE (and my birthday!).
We’re expanding the conversation beyond fertility into faith-led, whole-body healing—and I’m kicking it off with a powerful rebrand and an exciting giveaway.
Be the first to know when it drops:
📬 Subscribe on Substack → susangladstein.substack.com
📲 Follow me on Instagram → @coachsusangladstein
And if you’re curious about how phototherapy can support hormone balance, energy, and healing—let’s talk.
📆 Book a free consult at www.susangladstein.com/phototherapy

Monday Jul 14, 2025
53. What a Functional Health Coach Can Do That Your Doctor Won’t
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Monday Jul 14, 2025
Still getting “normal” blood work—but you don’t feel normal?
Struggling with hormone imbalance, low energy, thyroid issues, or irregular cycles—but your doctor keeps telling you everything looks fine?
In this episode, we dive into why so many women feel dismissed, overlooked, and unheard in conventional medicine—and how working with a functional health coach can completely shift your healing journey.
You’ll hear real-life stories of women dealing with fatigue, hair loss, mood swings, gut problems, or infertility—who were told to just take birth control, stay on thyroid meds, or wait things out.
We explore why those options often fail—and what it really takes to get to the root cause of what’s going on in your body.
As a faith-based holistic health coach, I’ll walk you through my unique approach to healing that blends functional lab analysis, nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset—plus one of my favorite drug-free tools: phototherapy. I’ll share how these light-activated patches are helping my clients balance hormones, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and feel like themselves again—often faster than years of conventional treatment ever did.
🎯 You’ll learn:
- Why your symptoms are real, even when your labs look “normal”
- The difference between managing symptoms and healing systems
- How to naturally support your thyroid, blood sugar, and hormones
- What phototherapy is—and how it supports whole-body healing
- 5 practical ways to advocate for yourself and take back control of your health
💥 Don’t Miss This:
This podcast is getting a brand-new name, mission, and bold new direction on July 29—the same day it turns ONE (and my birthday!).
We’re expanding the conversation beyond fertility into faith-led, whole-body healing—and I’m kicking it off with a powerful rebrand and an exciting giveaway.
Be the first to know when it drops:
📬 Subscribe on Substack → susangladstein.substack.com
📲 Follow me on Instagram → @coachsusangladstein
If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally feel seen in your healing journey, this episode is for you.
And if you’re curious about how LifeWave phototherapy patches can support hormone balance, energy, and healing—let’s talk.
📆 Book a free consult at www.susangladstein.com/phototherapy

Monday Jul 07, 2025
52. The Best (and Worst) Foods for Egg and Sperm Quality with Allison Schaaf
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Monday Jul 07, 2025
Struggling with what to eat while trying to conceive?
In this episode, I’m joined by chef and registered dietitian Allison Schaaf to talk about the best foods for egg quality and sperm health—plus the worst ones that could be hurting your fertility without you realizing it.
We dive into practical, real-food strategies to support hormone balance, ovulation, and overall reproductive health—without the stress or perfectionism. Whether you're navigating PCOS, low sperm motility, or just trying to improve your fertility naturally, this episode will help you feel more confident about what’s on your plate.
You’ll learn how to simplify meal prep, avoid common food mistakes when TTC, and nourish your body in a way that supports conception (without obsessing over kale or spending hours in the kitchen).
Perfect for couples TTC after vasectomy reversal, dealing with hormone imbalance, or wanting to boost egg and sperm quality naturally.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Connect with Allison:
Listen to the Meal Prep Monday podcast
Connect on Instagram: @prepdish
Try Prep Dish for FREE: http://www.prepdish.com/susan
Let’s Stay Connected
Ready to explore drug-free support for hormones, energy, sleep, or pain?
📆 Book your free phototherapy consult: www.susangladstein.com/phototherapy
Want to go deeper into faith-led wellness and healing?
📬 Subscribe to my Substack: susangladstein.substack.com
Follow along on Instagram: @coachsusangladstein

Monday Jun 30, 2025
51. Supporting Egg & Sperm Health Without More Pills: A Natural Alternative
Monday Jun 30, 2025
Monday Jun 30, 2025
If your supplement drawer is overflowing but you're still not pregnant… this episode is for you.
Today, we’re diving into how to support egg quality and sperm health naturally—without adding more pills to your daily routine. Instead, I’m introducing you to a powerful, science-backed tool that’s often overlooked: phototherapy.
You’ll learn:
- Why mitochondrial health is the foundation of healthy eggs and motile sperm
- How oxidative stress and poor cellular function can silently block conception—even when your labs and supplements look “perfect”
- How phototherapy supports energy, reduces inflammation, and gently boosts fertility
- Why supplements don’t work when your body is stuck in stress mode
- What to prioritize in your daily routine before turning to costly treatments
I’m also sharing my personal experience using LifeWave phototherapy patches in pregnancy and postpartum—and why I now recommend them to many of my clients who are trying to conceive after vasectomy reversal.
Whether you're early in your TTC journey or emotionally exhausted from trying everything without success, this episode offers real hope, practical insights, and a science-backed strategy to support your body naturally.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation

Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
What if the everyday products you’re using—like shampoo, deodorant, and even the air fresheners in your home—are secretly sabotaging your fertility?
In this episode, we’re digging into how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in your daily products might be making it harder for you to conceive. I’ll explain how common chemicals in plastics, cleaning products, and even fragrances can mess with your hormones, disrupt ovulation, lower sperm count, and affect your overall fertility. We’ll talk about why even small, daily exposures to these chemicals can add up and cause long-term fertility struggles. You’ll also get some practical, easy-to-implement tips for replacing these harmful products with safer, fertility-friendly alternatives that can help you take back control of your health.
If you’ve been trying to get pregnant and nothing seems to work, it’s time to consider how these chemicals might be blocking your progress.
XO,
Susan
Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please hit subscribe, leave a review (seriously, I read every single one!), and share it with someone who might need some inspiration.
Next Steps:
Join us in the free Facebook group: Conceiving After Vasectomy Reversal Community
Get Holistic Fertility Support Straight To Your Inbox
Let’s Connect on Instagram @conceivingaftervr
Schedule Your Free Fertility Consultation or Phototherapy Consultation