Energized with Dr. Mariza

Life throws you so many curveballs that it can leave you wondering if THIS, where you are right now, is what it’s all about. Today I’m sharing a healthy dose of perspective that hopefully will be an encouragement that you ARE enough: you are beautiful, strong, capable, and powerful—even in the moments where you don’t feel like it. You deserve to feel satisfied and empowered by your life, and I hope that after listening that is what you walk away feeling! Tune in to hear:  How motherhood fit into my “life plans” and what I’ve learned over the past year The importance of finding your “why” and going for it, whatever that means for you When “having it all” doesn’t have to mean “doing it all”—and how to check yourself on this every single day How surrender fits into my daily life and how I’ve made peace with the way things are right now And more!  Related Resources:Daily Self-Care Journal Essentially Whole® Supplements My Warrior Mama: The Journey from Hormone Chaos to Thriving in Menopause Why Self-Care is the Key to Your Success

If You Are Ready to Manage Your Menopause Naturally, You Should: Get to the bottom of your nutrient deficiencies and what foods can help fill those gaps Consider if getting lab work done will help you narrow in on which hormones are out of whack Test out natural remedies that help alleviate your symptoms and support the change your body is going through  Women in our society have been taught for decades that being miserable in menopause is unavoidable. The truth is, menopause can be filled with wisdom, grace, and vitality if we are able to listen to our bodies and improve our overall health. By supporting your body with natural remedies like nutrition and supplementation, you can live a high vitality life in your 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and beyond. Managing Menopause Naturally with Maryon StewartMaryon Stewart has been helping women manage their menopause naturally for 28 years. She is the author of Manage Your Menopause Naturally and 27 other books, a world-renowned healthcare expert, was awarded the British Empire Medal in 2018, and was recognized as one of the 50 most inspirational women by the Daily Mail. She is passionate about helping every single woman discover the knowledge they need to embrace menopause with ease and grace. The Building Blocks of HealthThe first step to managing your menopause naturally is to determine where your body is lacking nutrients. Nutritional deficiency is something that most women have, and it can affect your hormone function and brain chemistry. By using food as the building blocks, you can address your symptoms head-on and start making changes in the right direction. While it is important to recognize that different things work for different women, it is possible for every woman to do all of the things they want to do in life without being overwhelmed by symptoms. You Are Not AloneAs women, we have so much to offer the world. And as we get older, we only get wiser and bring more to the table. This is why us being healthy is such a critical part of this journey. There are many symptoms out there that aren't discussed, making women feel alone in this journey. But you are not alone! All it takes is the right mix of natural solutions like supplementation, food, self-care, and anti-inflammatory practices to help you feel vibrant when stepping into this next phase of your life.Are you ready to address your underlying causes so that you can embrace high vitality menopause? Share your thoughts or what you are struggling with, with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Why so many women feel and think that they have to suffer through menopause (8:05) How to start to take care of yourself based on the changes your body is going through (11:25) Recommendations for women who are struggling with low libido, vaginal dryness, and atrophy (23:08) Learn the lesser-known symptoms of menopause that is seen frequently in the community (27:51) Tips for addressing your menopause symptoms through your diet and supplementation (32:27)  Resources Mentioned:Dr. Mariza’s Hormone Supplement GuideThe Essential Oils Menopause Solution by Dr. MarizaShop Dr. Mariza’s Supplements HereMaryon Stewart WebsiteJoin the Midlife Refuel Club HereManage Your Menopause Naturally by Maryon StewartFollow Maryon on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube 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 Episodes: Essentially You Episode #269: Owning the Wisdom of Menopause with Christiane Northrup M.D.Essentially You Episode #263: Discover How to Shatter Menopause Myths, End Disruptive Hot Flashes and Energy Crashes, and Rev Up Your MetabolismEssentially You Episode #255: What Every Woman Needs To Know About Menopause

It’s a sad reality that most doctors realize the risks of nutrient deficiencies that come from being on the pill… Yet a majority of women are unaware of these effects until they suddenly feel exhausted, are struggling to get pregnant, or are facing other unexplained symptoms. Today I’m unpacking why hormonal birth control has this effect on your body as well as the top nutrient deficiencies you need to watch for, especially if you have been on the pill for any length of time. Tune in to hear...  How my friend was shocked by the levels of deficiencies she had after coming off the pill (and how I helped her reset these levels so she could conceive) The most prevalent deficiencies we can link to being on the pill Symptoms to watch for that indicate you’re having specific nutrient deficiencies in your body The top brands and products that I take and recommend for correcting your nutrient levels safely and quickly And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Essentially Whole® Free Shipping FLASH SALE (August 19-21) Essentially You episode #231: The Most Important Supplements to Take While Pregnant and in Postpartum Activated B Complete Vitamin C Boost Vitamin D Complete Magnesium Restore Essentially You episode #267: The Gut Hormone Connection and What You Can Do to Start Healing Your Gut Today with Tina Anderson Related Resources:Essentially You episode #128: This is Your Brain on Birth Control with Dr. Sarah Hill Essentially You episode #145: What Your Period is Telling You about Your Hormones with Nicole Jardim Essentially You episode #220: Master Your Menstrual Cycle and Optimize Your Fertility with Lisa Henderson-Jack

If You Are Ready to Recommit Yourself to Exercise, You Should: Create healthy metabolic habits by finding a way to hold yourself accountable Establish a base by trying different exercises that allow you to listen to your body Prioritize strength training and reaching muscular fatigue rather than burnout As women, we have been conditioned to believe that the harder and longer we work out, the better results and metabolism we'll get. While regular movement is critical for our heart, bones, brain, metabolism, hormones, and muscle, it is about the type of exercise and the length of time that really make a difference.Flipping 50 With Debra AtkinsonDebra Atkinson has helped over 200,000 women “flip” their second half with the vitality and energy they want. A wellness coach, hormone balancing expert, and the founder of Flipping 50, Debra is passionate about helping both women and men get metabolically fit through methods they enjoy and provide powerful lifestyle changes. With her 37-years of full-time fitness experience, she is an expert at helping women in menopause take back control of their bodies.Recommitting Yourself to ExerciseMany of us have found our exercise routines plateauing and our waistlines getting bigger throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. There is absolutely nothing to be ashamed about if you can relate to this feeling and want to recommit yourself to your exercise routine. But did you know that it can take as little as 20 minutes a day of strength training to see the metabolic recovery you have been searching for? Debra’s approach is all about exercising smarter, not harder so that you can master your metabolism and get your fitness working for you.Get More Out of Your Workouts for LessBurning your mind and body out through exercise will never support your body in the way it needs to be supported. By focusing your workouts on achieving muscle fatigue, rather than the number of reps or minutes you spend at a machine, you can increase your metabolic rate and give your body the rest and recovery it needs to thrive.While exercise is vital for women of every age, it is especially important to have a tailor-made plan to set your body up for success during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. By checking in with yourself, stopping overdoing it, and learning what is not working for your body, you can get more bang for your buck when it comes to your workouts and health.Are you ready to reset, get back on the saddle, and create a plan to benefit your metabolism and your hormones? Share what accountability tools you are going to use, like the 10 Day Hot, Not Bothered Challenge, to get moving again with me in the comments on the episode page. In This Episode How the pandemic has impacted our weight, stress, inflammation, fitness, and more (6:58) What you can do to keep your healthy metabolic habits in place during the pandemic (13:44) Ways that strength training can stabilize your blood sugar and alleviate your anxiety and depression (20:25) The best plan of action to get back into your routine and rebound from the past year (23:14) Why cardio is not the best way to burn fat or achieve weight loss (31:59)  Resources Mentioned:10 Day Hot, Not Bothered ChallengeFlipping Fifty WebsiteFollow Flipping Fifty on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTubeFollow Debra on LinkedIn 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 Episodes: Essentialy You episode #279: The Secret to Gliding, Not Slamming, Into Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Lakeischa, MDEssentially You episode #213: What Is the Right Exercise If You Are Dealing with Hormone Issues? Essentially You episode #208: How Exercise Can Either Boost Your Metabolism or Damage It at Age 40+ with Debra Atkinson

At the end of the day, the big takeaway from this episode is that chronic stress is not doing any of us any favors… especially metabolically.  It’s a major player in driving women further into insulin resistance and even pre-diabetes. Luckily, there are things we can do about it, but it’s important that we are consistently implementing those strategies and tools. Tune in today to learn why being stressed is like eating a cupcake for your metabolism, plus things like...  How trauma and daily stress deregulate your insulin long-term The exact ways stress causes these blood sugar spikes 10+ of the everyday symptoms your stress could be causing without your knowledge, as well as the long-term dangers Easy, daily steps you can take to lower your stress and stabilize your body And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Calm and Restore supplement Adrenal Love Sleep Bundle (Magnesium and Zen Sleep) — 10% off Vitamin C Boost Essentially You episode #168: Why Meditation is Non-Negotiable in Today's Fast-Pace World with Emily Fletcher Related Resources:5 Easy Steps to Help Reverse Insulin Resistance Key Supplements for Insulin Resistance and Healthy Metabolism Essentially You episode #274: Why Are So Many Women Struggling with Insulin Resistance and Poor Metabolic Function? Essentially You episode #276: 10 Surprising Signs Your Stress is Out of Control and How to Fix It

Endometriosis contributes to over 80% of chronic pain found in women, yet many doctors are not confident in their ability to diagnosis endometriosis, and the symptoms can be all over the map. Dr. Jessica Drummond is the CEO of the Integrative Women’s Health Institute, author, board-certified health coach, and expert with over 20 years of experience working with women to cure their chronic pelvic pain. After finding functional medicine by necessity after giving birth herself, Dr. Jessica’s eyes were opened to the power of nutrition and lifestyle as a way to relieve some of the biggest symptoms around endometriosis and pelvic pain. Today Dr. Jessica is here to provide you with a new set of tools to bring together pelvic floor rehab, functional medicine, lifestyle, nutrition, and health coaching to get root cause healing for women with chronic pelvic pain conditions. Dr. Jessica is determined to educate you and other practitioners on ways that you can address endometriosis and other chronic pelvic pain conditions with root cause solutions, functional medicine, and nutrition. There are many components that play a role in your chronic pain such as lifestyle, hormonal birth control, inflammation, and autoimmunity, and it is only by understanding their role in your condition that you can begin to heal yourself.By taking a system-by-system approach to your body by supporting symptom relief and improving fertility, you can decrease your painful symptoms and start to implement the integrative care you need. Dr. Jessica is here to provide you with actionable ways that you can start to control your pain at home today and give you the tools you need to make a pain-free life a reality.Are you ready to take control of your symptoms and start treating your chronic pelvic pain in a way that works for your body? Share your experience with endometriosis with us in the comments section of the episode page!What we're talking about in this episode! Learn why endometriosis is so commonly undiagnosed by traditional medicine The most common symptoms around endometriosis and what you can do about them How to address your pelvic pain through functional medicine and functional nutrition Why hormonal birth control can put you at greater risk of infertility in the long term The importance of finding a trained surgeon when considering laparoscopic surgery What you can do right now at home to lessen your painful symptoms throughout the month Resources Mentioned:Outsmart Endometriosis by Dr. Jessica Drummond 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

Whether we fully grasp it or not, toxins play a huge—but often overlooked—role in hormone imbalance. These are things that are everywhere in the world around us, but it is possible to protect yourself! Today I’m diving into 5+ of the most insidious toxins that throw off your hormones as well as some of my favorite proactive tips to help cleanse your body so you can feel your best! Tune in today to hear:  Which toxins are most likely to be impacting your hormones How research continues to show the danger of these ingredients—yet so much is still unknown Some of my favorite safe, natural brands for a variety of personal care products My DIY home cleaning products shopping list 6 steps to protect your body from the effects of toxins and restore balance  Mentioned in this episode:Environmental Working Group (ewg.org)Activated B CompleteDIM CompleteLiver Support (Please note: This is currently sold out, but it’ll be back soon!)14-Day DetoxLiver-Loving, Hormone-Balancing Foods and Recipe Guide Related Resources:Top 10 Ways to Reduce Toxic LoadWhy You Need to Detox Your HormonesEssentially You episode #169: Everyday Detox: Strategies for Reducing Daily Environmental Toxic Exposure with Lara AdlerEssentially You episode #163: How to Reset Your Hormones and Jumpstart Your Metabolism with a Detox

If You Want To Detox From Heavy Metals You Should: Assess how your symptoms and hormone issues could be related to toxic exposure Build-in detoxification habits to reduce your toxic load every single day Set your body up for success by creating daily habits and rituals that serve you  Have you ever considered that the environmental and food toxins you experience daily could be stripping you of your energy and your youth? Toxins and stress found in heavy metals damage our mitochondria and deplete our hormones. The good news is, you can detoxify your body through daily rituals and clear your body of the toxins that are plaguing you without you even realizing it. Learn From Detox Expert Wendy MeyersWendy Myers is a detox expert, functional diagnostic nutritionist, and NES Bioenergetic Practitioner, #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue, and the founder of MyersDetox.com. She is passionate about the importance of detox to live a long and healthy life and created the revolutionary Myers Detox Protocol. She has helped thousands of clients detox from everyday living and maintains a healthy lifestyle. No One Is Exempt From Heavy Metal ExposureYou might think that there is no way that you could be exposed to harmful toxins in your everyday life. But the truth is, you could be exposed to these toxins by coming in contact with the paint on your walls, the water that you drink, or the foods that you eat. Heavy metals are no joke, and even if you are not experiencing serious health issues, these toxins are accumulating in your body, and no one is exempt. If you are struggling with hormone issues, there is a very good chance that heavy metals and toxicity are playing a role. Daily Detoxification Habits That Can Cure Your Hormone SymptomsThe good news is that with daily detoxification habits, you can improve your overall health and facilitate your body's natural ability to extract these harmful toxins. By eating organic, using natural products, and supporting your liver, you can set your body up for success. Environmental toxins and heavy metals may seem avoidable in our modern lives, but Wendy has the knowledge you need to cure your hormone issues and reduce your daily toxic load.Which daily habit are you most excited to try to reduce your daily toxic exposure? Share your favorite with me in the comment section of the episode page! In This Episode Why you should care about how heavy metals and toxins impact your hormones (5:37) Which metals you should be aware of that are disrupting your endocrine system (9:17) How to open up your detoxification practices on a daily level (15:05) Daily things that you can do to move the needle and help your body extract toxins (17:19) The benefits of creating beautiful detox habits every single day (21:38)  Resources Mentioned:10 Tips to Detox Like a Pro ChecklistGet your Harmoni EMF-protecting pendant hereMyers Detox WebsiteFollow Wendy on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Pinterest 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 Episodes: Essentially You Episode #193: How Do You Know You Need a Detox? Essentially You Episode #169: Everyday Detox: Strategies for Reducing Daily Environmental Toxic Exposure with Lara Adler

Think that quick late-night stop at the fridge is harmless and innocent? Think again! This simple habit could be driving stubborn weight, upsetting your sleep, and causing lots of other longer-term damage to your health. Tune in today to hear:  Benefits of stretching that time between dinner and breakfast as long as you can Why eating even healthy foods late at night is bad for you How your eating schedule even relates to your risk of cancer and other diseases 5 surprising effects late-night eating has on your overall health and how to stop the habit in its tracks Simple ways to stabilize blood sugar levels all day long And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Hormone-Balancing Recipe Guide Related Resources:How to Say Goodbye to Unwanted Sugar CravingsEssentially You episode #284: What a Continuous Glucose Monitor Taught Me About My Metabolic Health

If You Want To Find True Food Freedom, You Should: Stop associating your worth to your body, career, or anything else Check in with yourself before you eat something to make sure you are actually hungry Swap out your ‘unhealthy’ food habits with habits that promote sustainable change one at a time  Have you ever found yourself feeling like your worth is tied to your weight or what size you wore? The diet culture we face in the US is intense and unhealthy, so shifting your mindset around food and your body is an important part of self-love and self-acceptance. You Are Not Alone with Brianna WilkersonBrianna Wilkerson is a Holistic Health and Life Coach who helps women find peace with food, feel confident in their bodies again, and develop a healthy lifestyle that’s more than just about their weight. She is passionate about helping women invest in the things in their lives that truly matter and is here to be honestly vulnerable about the fact that you are not alone. Your Worth Is Not Dependent on Your WeightNo matter what happens with your weight, your career, or your productivity, the people that love you will still be there for you. This is a very different narrative from the story society has told us that our worth is tied to our looks, youth, and success. The truth is, if we stopped spending so much time and energy hating our bodies, we would show up in the world in a radically different way. This is why we need to get real with ourselves about how we want to feel in our bodies to accept that our worth is absolutely not tied to our size. Finding Food FreedomOur relationship with food can impact everything from our emotional health to our dieting habits. By arming yourself with self-care rituals and checking in with yourself before emotionally eating, you can find ways to replace your not-so-good habits with ones that encourage sustainable change. Being proactive and setting yourself up for success is the best way to find your unique version of food freedom and can help you feel nourished in all areas of your life.Are you ready to break free from emotional eating and longing to find peace with food? Share how you will shift your mindset and swap habits that help you appreciate your worth with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Mindset shifts that can help you realize your worthiness as you are (12:08) How to handle the emotional component when taking care of and nourishing your body (19:25) Tips for navigating your relationship to food as a tool of comfort (23:51) The role of essential oils when taking care of your mind, body, and soul (30:08) How to find true food freedom (42:00)  Resources Mentioned:Dr. Mariza’s Daily Self-Care JournalGet Your Food Freedom Journal HereMade Well WebsiteMore Than Your Weight PodcastMore Than Your Weight Women’s CommunityFollow Brianna on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter 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 Episodes: Essentially You #281: How to End Emotional Eating Now with Tricia NelsonEssentially You #271: Change Your Life by Cultivating More Self-Love and Self-Compassion with Kerry Tepedino