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Without question, women in their late 30s to early 50s are busy! Many of us are caretakers, parents, and businesswomen at this age and have important roles in our community…At the same time, a roller coaster of symptoms hits us. Many doctors don’t have answers to your questions, and they aren’t addressing the root cause of the problem…Understanding what’s going on is so important because the key to thriving in menopause is how you deal with the prior transition period, also known as perimenopause… There is a lot we can do to make this transition easier! Tune in today to hear… What is happening to your hormones in each phase of perimenopause The average age at menopause, according to the North American Menopause Society Perimenopause symptoms that can show up in your mid-30s The hormone that is almost always lower than expected The cause and symptoms of estrogen dominance And more!  Mentioned in this episode: The EO Menopause Solution Hormone Quiz Progest-Restore Magnesium Restore Calm and Restore Activated B Complete Hormone Balance Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 185 How Perimenopause Affects Your Period and What You Can Do to Eliminate Severe PMS Symptoms Essentially You episode #: 279 The Secret to Gliding Not Slamming into Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Lakeischa, MD 5 Practical Ways to Take Care of Yourself During Perimenopause 8 Common Perimenopause Symptoms and How to Get Relief Naturally Are You Getting Enough Protein During Perimenopause and Menopause?

If You Want to Change Your Beliefs Around Menopause, You Should: Remember that your body is always working towards health Try to understand the reasons and influences on your symptoms Set boundaries, create menopause rituals, and figure out the goals of your most authentic self  Menopause is a time of endless possibilities once we are clear about what we want in our journey and our vision. Nature never intended for us to unravel and diminish over time. Instead, we should celebrate and thrive in this prime phase of our lives. By doing the work to inquire about who you truly are, you can be open to the transformation that is menopause. Changing the Menopause Narrative with Susan WillsonSusan Willson is a Certified Nurse Midwife with 45 years of experience guiding all phases of women’s health. She has spent the last 20 years working exclusively with women in the menopausal transition, and her new book, Making Sense of Menopause: Harnessing the Power and Potency of your Wisdom Years, helps positively reframe this powerful time in a woman's life. She is passionate about exploring the falsehoods we have absorbed as women and offers a look into the deep sea change happening at this time in our lives. The Many Sides of MenopauseWomen have absorbed many false myths from society and the medical community about who we are and how our bodies work, impacting how we experience changes in our lives and our bodies. Often we get caught up in the physical changes of menopause but do not stop to think about the emotional, mental, and spiritual effects that this change is having on us as well. While menopause is a transition, it is also a time to review how you live your life and decide what you want to bring to this new phase of life. You Are Worth the WorkSusan believes that the best tool to help you uplevel yourself during this next phase is by getting clear on what is serving you, what is meaningful to you, and what isn’t. Menopause is a great time to become yourself fully with no restrictions, but you need to ask yourself what you are really passionate about. Menopause is a vital gateway to a rich and fulfilling life when you can shift your mindset to embrace your full capacity. While it will take some work to get clear on who you are and what you want, you are worth it.Are you ready to change the narrative surrounding menopause and create your new phase of life by design? Share your thoughts with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Discover the history and reasons behind the way that we view menopause as a culture (8:39) How to transform your mindset around transitioning from your life before menopause to during and beyond (17:52) Why menopause is an evolutionary movement that is opening the door for the next generation of women (21:53) The role menopause plays when shifting expectations around relationships and responsibilities (29:30) How engaging with your sisterhood can help you reflect and honor your journey (41:32)  Resources Mentioned:Use Promo Code ‘podcast’ for 10% Off Your Order at the Essentially Whole Store HereMaking Sense of MenopauseFollow Susan on Facebook | Instagram Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative Related EpisodesEssentially You Episode #117: What It Means to Practice Your Own Self-Care and Authenticity with Elena BrowerEssentially You Episode #269: Owning the Wisdom of Menopause with Christiane Northup M.D.

You know you need to limit your sugar intake, so you start your day with the best of intentions. But before you know it, stress shows up, you're getting hungry, and it gets hard to make wise decisions. You cave, telling yourself it's only temporary. But soon, you're feeling hungry and tired and craving more sugar. The cycle seems to repeat perpetually. You want to do better, but…First, you need to deal with the blood sugar crash…I’m sharing five things you can do after overeating to stabilize your blood sugar! Tune in today to hear… What happens in your body after you eat sugary food When to expect a blood sugar crash How my blood sugar reacted after drinking some lemonade What to do instead of napping after eating too much What to eat to slow down a blood sugar spike And more!  Mentioned in this episode: Essentially You episode #340: Why Going on a Walk After Dinner is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Health Magnesium Restore Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 286 What You Need to Know About the Relationship Between Blood Sugar Levels and Your Menstrual Cycle Essentially You episode #: 320 Top 10 Worst Foods for Blood Sugar + How Blood Sugar Impacts Women's Hormone and Metabolism with Casey Means How Stress Contributes to Insulin Resistance, Diabetes and Stubborn Weight Gain 6 Easy Ways to Block Blood Sugar Spikes 5 Steps to Breaking Up With Sugar

Get in Touch With Your Values by: Take 30 minutes to 1 hour Go out in nature, get away from your house Jot down your top 5 values for yourself and your family When you get so clear on what your values are, you begin to look at your life through a different lens and reevaluate what really matters. We all want to live our purpose. My guest, Dr. Varnado (Dr. V), joins me today to talk about the one little secret to help you get there: defining your values and living them. Figure out what your values are and compare them to your life - do they align? If not, Dr. V shares her best tips for creating a healthier work/life balance that focuses on harmony. You can hear more from Dr. V on her podcast, Office Visits with Dr. V.Creating Harmony to Prevent BurnoutExperiencing burnout is, unfortunately, more common than not. But reaching that point doesn’t have to be the end of the world. As my guest today, Dr. Varnado says, that ah-ha moment of realization was the start of change.There is good news! It is actually possible to find that work/life balance. Dr. V says the key is harmony. This is what happens when you create a life that matches up to your values. There is so much importance in determining what your values are and living your life in alignment with them.Dr. V also talks about the importance of asking for help when you need it. We don’t need to do it all ourselves. Create those opportunities to help you prevent burnout. Treating Burnout at a Systemic LevelDr. V talks about how much burnout, and in fact, much of chronic disease, as well, relates to our lifestyle. But these circumstances are not always something that is easily solved ourselves - a lot of change has to come from a systemic level. She emphasizes some of the changes the American medical system needs to make, especially when it comes to ob/GYN services and maternity leave.Finally, we talk about the importance of figuring out the root cause of your burnout and suffering. By finding out what’s actually causing it, you can make changes where you actually need to - not just putting a bandaid on the latest fire.I want you to look at your values. Take some time away from your house to reflect and write down your top five values for yourself, your home life work-life, and wherever you’re spending the most time. Now compare them to how you’re actually living - do they align? Let me know in the comments on the episode page how you’re going to make some positive changes in your life to realign to your values.In This Episode What happens when you have an ‘ah-ha’ moment that you’re burned out [11:30] How to find a work/life balance when you have a young family [16:00] The importance of reviewing and honoring your values [18:30] How to create opportunities to prevent burnout [20:00] What changes the American medical system can make to improve the birth and maternity experience [23:00] Why you need to address the root cause of your suffering and burnout [34:00]  Resources Mentioned:Use promo code ‘podcast’’ for 10% off your order of Magnesium hereFind Dr. Varnado OnlineFollow Dr. Varnado on Instagram | Facebook Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative

Women today wear so many hats. We have packed schedules, raise children, take care of our families, run a business or fulfill work obligations, and more. We’re so busy taking care of everyone else that sometimes we forget to take time to care for ourselves. This lifestyle leads to feeling rushed, triggered, and stressed. Our stress response systems are over-activated, and our cortisol levels are surging… These high cortisol levels and overactivated stress responses are not without consequence… I have five ways to help you reset your system and avoid those negative consequences! Tune in today to hear… Why my stress response has been over-activated lately Signs to help you identify stress and burnout How high cortisol levels can affect your brain What safety signals you can use to communicate with your brain The benefits of tracking your Heart Rate Variability (HRV) And more!  Mentioned in this episode: The EO Menopause Solution Essentially You episode #353: The No. 1 Most Important Thing We Can Do to Tame Feeling Overwhelmed, Stressed and Triggered with Emily Fletcher Heart Math Device Whoop Strap Rhodiola Ashwagandha Chamomile Tea Holy Basil Tea Calm and Restore Essential Oils Adrenal Love Blend Neuro+ Support Blend Magnesium Zen Sleep Blend Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 183 Tips to Instantly Circuit-Break Stress and Overwhelm with Dr. Heidi Hanna Essentially You episode #: 240 How to Conquer Stress and Hormonal Imbalance Through Optimizing Mitochondria and Cortisol with Dr. Carrie Jones How Stress Contributes to Insulin Resistance, Diabetes and Stubborn Weight Gain 5-Minute Stress-Stopping Hacks Best Supplements to Overcome Stress & Get More Energy

If You Want to Adapt Your Eating Routine to Your New Phase of Life, You Should: Remember that what used to work for you may not work anymore Use intermittent fasting to allow your body time to detox and clean your cells Listen to the cues that your body is trying to tell you in order to adapt your plan to your body  Intermittent fasting has a wide range of benefits for women. Increased energy, improved mental clarity, and weight loss are just a few of the amazing side effects of giving your body a chance to detoxify. If you have been thinking about intermittent fasting but are still looking for the right blueprint that feels aligned for you and your body, Cynthia’s new book Intermittent Fasting Transformation is your tool. The Many Benefits of Intermittent Fasting with Cynthia ThurlowCynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, CEO, and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 9.6 million views for her second TEDx talk (Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique).With over 20 years of experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Her new book is designed to help women experience the many benefits of intermittent fasting during perimenopause and beyond. Adjusting to Each New Phase of LifeAs our bodies change throughout the different phases of our lives, it is important to know how our bodies and metabolism are functioning. Whether we like it or not, what worked for our bodies in our 20s isn't going to work for us in our 50s, and we need to prepare ourselves with the knowledge necessary to transition through these new phases with grace. Intermittent fasting is a great tool to help you move your body towards more metabolic flexibility, clean up your cells, and so much more. Find Harmony in Your BodyThree of the biggest benefits of intermittent fasting when it is done right for your body are increased energy, decreased weight resistance, and boosted insulin sensitivity. However, in order to achieve these benefits, you much learn how to make intermittent fasting work for your body. Instead of apologizing or feeling ashamed because of your biology, Cynthia wants you to lean into it and learn how tremendously powerful it can be to take back control of your health.Achieving hormonal balance for as long as possible takes some work, but the benefits can feel too good to be true. There is no ‘one size fits all approach to your health, but by taking the right steps, you can use every tool at your disposal to find harmony in your body.Are you ready to experience all of the benefits of intermittent fasting? Share your thoughts with me in the comments section of the episode page. In This Episode What you should know about fasting while breastfeeding (2:34) How to intermittent fast throughout the different stages of your life (13:42) Why your perimenopause symptoms are metabolically driven (22:10) The importance of talking to your provider about your health goals (36:06) Learn about the consistent hidden benefits of intermittent fasting and how to make it work for you (38:20)  Resources Mentioned:Use promo code ‘podcast’’ for 10% off your order at the Essentially Whole Store hereIntermittent Fasting Transformation by Cynthia ThurlowCynthia Thurlow Website Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative Related EpisodesEssentially You Episode #278: Intermittent Fasting for Better Focus, Energy, and Overall Brain FunctionEssentially You Episode #296: Managing Menopause with Diet and Addressing Nutrient Deficines with Maryon Stewart

Imagine it’s right before your period, and you get a killer craving. You’re ready to eat the whole fridge and consume a ton of snacks with not-so-healthy ingredients. Does this sound familiar? We’ve all been there. We can feel powerless when those insane sugar and salt cravings arrive. But I have some hacks for you to use, so you have a plan to combat the cravings...Due to a hormone drop during the luteal cycle phase, your body is more sensitive to stress…But I have some effective hacks to help! Tune in today to hear… One of my favorite healthy desserts right now What is happening in your body during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle Ways you can honor your body during this phase My favorite oil to inhale for an energy boost How to eat chocolate and avoid a blood sugar spike And more!  Mentioned in this episode: Magnesium Restore The EO Menopause Solution Hormone Recipe Guide Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 281 How to End Emotional Eating Now with Tricia Nelson Essentially You episode #: 350 Why Women Aren't Small Men and How to Navigate Poor Health Advice When You Have a Period Essentially You episode #: 356 You're Always One Thought Away From Living a Life You Love with Kerry Tepedino How to Say Goodbye to Unwanted Sugar Cravings How to Navigate Your Menstrual Cycle with Essential Oils

If You Want to Harness Your Mindset to Create a Life You Love, You Should: Figure out your ‘why’ that will subconsciously keep pushing you towards your goals Make your own ‘List of 5’ when you are not in a moment of distress Get curious and get interested in why your emotions keep showing up in the way that they do Your thoughts have the ability to help you unlock the areas you feel most stuck in, move through the emotions you have a hard time processing, and feel more confident on the other side. All it takes is an openness to reassess your mindset, stop being afraid of overwhelm, and move towards your next breakthrough.Have you ever considered that the transformation that you are seeking could be on the other side of just one single thought? Tuning up your mindset, beliefs, and how you approach difficult life situations could be the key to helping you get unstuck and experience the life you have dreamed of. All it takes is a few simple steps and an openness to a new way of thinking.THE POWER OF MINDSET WITH KERRY TEPEDINOKerry Tepedino has made her mark as a top leader in the personal development space for women. Aside from being my physical neighbor, she is who I turn to in order to check my mindset and emotions and bring me back to a place of emotional mastery.Kerry has bloomed from a hard background of low self-esteem, weight issues, and confidence issues and is a real-life example of the power of mindset. She has helped 150,000+ people worldwide learn the tools of mindset mastery, emotional mastering, loving themselves, and believes that with the proper mentorship, community, and strategies, anything is possible.YOU ARE ONE THOUGHT AWAY FROM A NEW LIFEIt does not take a lot of work to shift the direction that you want to go to in life. By embracing the endless possibilities and opportunities that are out there for us, anything can be figured out. The solution to your worries can be better than you ever imagined; all it takes is reframing your thought process through Kerry’s game-changing techniques.We are always one thought away from creating the life that we have always dreamed of, love, and feel good for ourselves. By embracing Kerry’s techniques that can help you overcome daily obstacles, stuck emotional moments and help to fine-tune your mindset mastery, you can bring yourself to a new level of life that you never thought possible.EVERY EMOTION IS PART OF THE PLANLife starts with the way that you think. Your brain naturally wants to hook into something, which is why having clarity on your vision and your ‘why’ are so important, even on a subconscious level. By utilizing Kerry’s techniques, you can get in touch with your inner energy and understand why and how your emotions are showing up for you.Are you ready to check your mindset and stop letting your thoughts get in the way of your future happiness and opportunities? Share what you loved most about Kerry’s perspective with me in the comments section of the episode page.IN THIS EPISODE The first step to cultivating the feel-good energy and the positive vision you know you are meant for (11:12) How to use the ‘List of Five’ method to shift your mindset to taking different actions (14:54) Tips for embarking on an emotional mastery journey and how to get out of the pattern of your emotions getting the best of you (23:52) Why having a support system can be a sign of strength when it comes to mastering your emotions (31:08) RESOURCES MENTIONEDUse Promo Code ‘podcast’ for 10% off your order at the Essentially Whole Store HereComplementary 1:1 Breakthrough Call with KerryKerry Tepedino WebsiteFollow Kerry on Instagram | FacebookRELATED EPISODESEssentially You episode #281: How to End Emotional Eating Now with Tricia NelsonEssentially You episode #149: Why Mindfulness and Mindset are Key to Healing Miracles with Elaina Ray

What if I told you there is a hormone that (when optimized along with other hormones) can lead to fat loss, more manageable weight maintenance, and increased energy and stamina? You would want to know more, right? Surprisingly, there is a hormone that does all of this, but most people haven’t heard much about it...Growth Hormone (HGH) is central to metabolic health, but many people struggle with low levels…Thankfully, diet and lifestyle changes can make a big difference! Tune in today to hear… The biggest contributors to low growth hormone levels What to eat to increase growth hormone levels naturally The best exercise for boosting growth hormone What I recommend for sleep optimization Supplements to consider for increasing growth hormone levels And more!  Mentioned in this episode: Zen Sleep Calm & Restore Magnesium Restore The EO Menopause Solution Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 215 How Your Diet Can Make or Break Your Hormone Health Essentially You episode #: 285 The Lowdown on Declining Hormones and How They Impact Weight, Mood and Sleep with Maria Claps and Kristin Johnson Top Healthy Fats for Hormone Health What is Your Circadian Rhythm and How Does It Impact Hormones

When a woman experiences symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, acne, pelvic pain, or heavy bleeding, she probably doesn’t suspect the cause is insulin resistance. But over 65% of American women over the age of 40 have it, making it likely to contribute to many health concerns. Reversing insulin resistance is quite challenging...However, there are things you can do that will help to reset your system…And get you from metabolic dysfunction to metabolic flexibility! Tune in today to hear… The 3 biggest factors contributing to insulin resistance in women How many adults in the US have insulin resistance or prediabetes The best indicator for insulin resistance Serious health concerns for which insulin resistance is the root cause How digestion should work in your body And more!  Mentioned in this episode: Top 10 Liver-Cleansing Superfoods Guide with Recipes Magnesium Restore Zen Sleep The EO Menopause Solution Belly Slim-Down Water Recipe Liver Support Supplement The Essentially Whole® Store Related Resources: Essentially You episode #: 236 The Truth About Metabolic Dysfunction and How to Address It Head On with Dr. Casey Means Essentially You episode #: 268 The Number One Hormone Imbalance Connected to Stubborn Weight Gain Key Supplements for Insulin Resistance and Healthy Metabolism How Stress Contributes to Insulin Resistance, Diabetes, and Stubborn Weight Gain