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There’s nothing more frustrating than when weight shows up out of nowhere and won’t budge no matter what you try. But I’ve found that weight gain is ALWAYS a symptom of something else happening in your body, and today I’m sharing the most likely culprit!Insulin resistance is super common thanks to high levels of stress and inflammation in our lives. But it’s causing more damage beneath the surface than you might realize.Tune in today to hear: Why insulin balance matters so much, especially for women in perimenopause and menopause How insulin resistance and blood sugar instability contribute to stubborn weight (especially around the belly) Testing criteria to establish if you are facing insulin resistance Simple, natural tools and switches to get your insulin sensitivity back on track  Mentioned in this episode: Levels app Crave Reset Magnesium Restore Vitamin D Complete  Related Resources: Essentially You episode #236: The Truth about Metabolic Dysfunction and How to Address It Head On with Dr. Casey Means The Top 3 Hormones that are Driving Your Internal Chaos 5 Ways to Boost a Healthy Metabolism

If You Want To Heal Your Gut, You Should: Recognize the significance of your gut health when it comes to all aspects of your body  Limit your toxic exposure, practice mindfulness, and fill your plate with diverse foods Integrate spore-based probiotics daily and consistently to help your gut garden come back to life  Hormones and the issues you may be having with your gut are not often discussed in the same sentence, but the truth is that your hormone imbalance is directly related to what is going on in your gut microbiome. Headaches, aches and pains, your energy levels, and your hormone imbalances are all directly related to your gut. The good news is there is a simple and effective way to heal your gut, which in turn will heal the other parts of your body by taking care of your gut microbiome through simple and effective solutions. Sharing Wellness With Tina AndersonTina Anderson has had a unique start in the world of health and on some unusual terms. While she began her career in law, she made the switch to a family pharmaceutical company after the birth of her second child. What she saw in the industry shocked her and made her change direction once again into the field of natural health. Along with her husband, she has created a unique supplement line, Just Thrive, that contains superior probiotic strains of the renowned researcher Dr. Simon Cutting. Tina is passionate about sharing her love of wellness to help others live their best physical and emotional lives. Spore-Based Probiotics Are a Game ChangerSpore-based probiotics can act as the gardener to your gut, pulling the weeds, replanting, and repopulating the plants in your gut to help them come back to life and act as a functional and effective solution to everyday gut support. It is amazing how quickly we can rebuild our gut health simply by incorporating the right spore-based probiotic into our routine every single day. I have personally been taking Just Thrive probiotics consistently throughout my pregnancy and beyond to ensure that my and my little man's gut microbiome is healthy and thriving. Taking this probiotic is one of the simplest ways that you can take care of your microbiome, help pass on a healthy microbiome to your family, and help the garden of your gut come back to life.Are you ready to take simple, easy, and daily action towards healing your gut and the rest of your hormonal symptoms? Share what you are doing to replenish your gut health with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode When you can expect to start seeing changes when it comes to your gut health (6:25) How your gut health can impact your anxiety and other hormone challenges (11:08) Which Thrive Products can help you be proactive when it comes to the foods you are eating (19:33) What you can do on a daily basis to help your gut withstand the offenders of modern life (24:17) The number one thing that you can do to support your gut consistently through spore-based probiotics (28:35)  Resources Mentioned:Just Thrive Website - Use Promo Code ‘Relief’ for 15% Off Your PurchaseFollow Just Thrive on Facebook | Instagram Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #230: Dismantling Myths About Leaky Gut, Gut Health and Probiotics with Tina Anderson 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

I’m so excited to be back answering your biggest hormone questions on Friday Q&A episodes! Today I’m tackling a big one: how to restart your metabolism, especially at age 35+, when nothing you do seems to turn the needle to lose weight. I was stumped at age 36 when I suddenly gained 15 pounds over the course of 6ish months, even though I was actually exercising more and still eating well. But then I uncovered some underlying hormone issues and found out something: weight resistance is ALWAYS a symptom of something else going on in your body. Check out this quick episode today for some instant wins to help you crack the code on your stubborn weight and give your metabolism a reboot safely, inexpensively, and instantly! Tune in today to hear: The biggest root causes of a lagging metabolism and stubborn weight, especially over age 40 Exactly what your metabolism is, how to understand where the problem is, and how to fix it 5 quick, daily rituals and switches you can implement instantly to break through weight resistance and naturally reboot your metabolism  Mentioned in this episode:The Essential Oils Menopause SolutionMagnesium RestoreZen SleepDr. Mariza’s InstagramRelated Resources:The Top 3 Hormones That Are Driving Your Internal ChaosEssentially You episode #259: Create a Metabolism-Boosting Morning Routine with Nagina AbdullahEssentially You episode #256: How to Build Lean Muscle and Boost Your Metabolism Based on Your Menstrual Cycle, Even in Perimenopause with Dr. Stephanie Estima

If You Want To Add More Joy To Your Life, You Should: Integrate daily movement practices that boost your Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins Join or create a community that makes you feel included and supported Start viewing joy as a non-negotiable part of every single day  When I think about the most important things in my life, the list includes family, friends, health, and joy. But a lot of us can struggle with that last part, especially during times of adversity. The good news is that you can create more joy in your life by making it a priority every single day and coming home to the community around you. Joy Should Be Non-Negotiable with Radha AgrawalMy friend Radha Agrawal literally oozes joy. She is the co-founder and CEO of DAYBREAKER, a global community focused on creating joy through movement practices, co-founder of Thinx, and author of Belong: Find Your People, Create Community, And Live A More Connected Life. Radha’s joy-sparking power has earned her global recognition, an opening spot on Oprah’s latest tour, and has brought her her greatest joy in life, her 20-month-old daughter Solei. The 8 Core Pillars of JoyAfter feeling lost and distracted in her 20’s, Radha decided that she wanted to come home to herself and reprioritize her joy in her life. This realization lead her to identify the 8 core pillars for finding joy in your life and has made a daily commitment to practicing those pillars. Practicing joy, making friends and building community have become a touchstone in her life and she has launched her businesses as a way to help others do the same. Using DOSE To Reverse Engineer Your Happiness ChemicalsRadha’s mission is focused on helping others open up their neurochemical pathways through movement practices. These practices don't take much time, but they are a daily investment that is simply non-negotiable. By joining a space where a community can gather and create joy together, you can reverse engineer your happiness chemicals (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins) to create functional happiness for yourself and the people around you. By inviting joy into yourself, and then spreading it to those you interact with, you will be able to integrate pleasure stacking into your life and start enjoying more than you ever thought possible.Are you ready to DOSE your life and pleasure stack through joy practices and movement? Share how you are going to cultivate more joy into your life with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Learn about the ‘secret sauce’ to the successful community that is DAYBREAKER (11:00) What it was like to navigate new motherhood while on tour with Oprah (13:55) How the DOSE method can help you show up during times of serious adversity (21:58) Ways to incorporate joy and movement practices as part of your daily routine (30:15) The power of community and surrounding yourself with a supportive collective of women (37:40)  Resources Mentioned:Free 2 week trial of DOSE membership plus 50% off the first month with code "drmariza"DAYBREAKER WebsiteFollow DAYBREAKER on InstagramFollow Radha on 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

If You Are Ready To Redefine Menopause On Your Terms, You Should: Equip yourself with the knowledge of what is happening inside of your body and how you can best take care of yourself Embrace healthy habits to keep your hormones happy and your energy levels up Find a support group that will help you achieve your goals and stay positive  When I look at my mom, I think to myself, ‘this is who I want to be when I grow up’. My beautiful mama was the inspiration for my new book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution, and is here today to share her story of redefining menopause on her own terms. After years of suffering through perimenopause, my mama experienced a massive transformation in just under 30 days using my 21 Day Hormone Makeover Program. If you are sick and tired of the trials and tribulations of perimenopause and menopause and are looking for a way out, this is the story you need to hear. Redefining Menopause with Jody DeLeoneMy brave mama reframed her life, shifted her mindset, and adopted the habits that supported her vision of how she wanted to feel on the daily. She is an entrepreneur, competitive tennis player, a 9-time marathon runner and 50+ half marathon runner, and so much more. Today she is living proof that you can redefine what life is like in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond with ease, grace, youthfulness, confidence, and energy. Suffering Is OptionalIt is entirely possible to cultivate your vitality, energy, and longevity during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond with the help of my Hormone Makeover Program found in my new book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution. This program can help you increase your metabolism, give you the energy that carries you throughout the day, and help your brain fire on all cylinders in a way that works for your unique body and lifestyle. How Do You Want To Feel 30 Days From Now?Through a combination of diet, sleep, exercise, community, and connection, my mama has redefined what her 50’s and beyond look like, and you can too. By getting clear on how you want to feel and what you want out of your health and life, you can incorporate these simple hormone-loving habits into your daily routine with ease and grace. At the end of the day, my mama believes that love, gratitude, and positivity are key players in what keeps you youthful. It is totally possible for you to achieve your goals and enter into this amazing new phase of your life without the struggles that generations of women before us had to endure. Now is your chance to take back control of your body through simple and natural solutions, so let's do this! Resources Mentioned:Order the Essential Oils Menopause Solution book and get access to the Menopause Toolkit ($500 in bonuses)Buy The Essential Oils Menopause Solution on Amazon 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

If You Want To Embrace Your Hormonal Changes You Should: Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to understand what is truly going on with your body Stop believing menopause myths and shift your mindset towards the possibility of an amazing new future Give your body what it needs to thrive during this time of hormonal transition  Are you tired of hearing that what you are experiencing in your body is just a symptom of getting older? So many women are given band-aids by doctors who don’t truly understand what is going on with their bodies during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. My new book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution, is my answer to debunking these menopause myths and helping women just like you find solutions that promote actual healing. Become the CEO of Your HealthI am a functional practitioner, women’s hormone expert, and the author of eight books, including my newest book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution. I am passionate about helping women in perimenopause and menopause find natural solutions to their hormone issues. For the past twelve years, I have dedicated myself to empowering women to get to the root cause of their hormone issues and become the CEO of their own health. You Can Thrive During Times of TransitionEvery woman deserves a body that works for them at every stage of their life. It is incredibly important to understand what is going on with your hormones during the time of perimenopause, menopause, and beyond, which is why I have created my 21-day program to help you thrive through this time of transition. My program is tried, true, and tested and will help you take back control over your hormones, energy, metabolism, and everything in between. How To Make Menopause the Best Time of Your LifeSo often, women are told that menopause, and the symptoms that come along with it, are just an inescapable truth. In reality, menopause can open the door for a new beginning full of energy, wisdom, confidence, and joy. Menopause is not supposed to be a silent struggle; it is an opportunity to open the door for what is possible for all of us. My new book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution, will help you navigate perimenopause, menopause, and beyond so that you can embrace what is really going on in your body in your 30’s, 40’s and beyond.Are you ready to embrace the possibility of a journey through menopause that helps you rediscover your inner fire? Share what you are most looking forward to learning with my new book in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Learn what and who inspired me to write my new book (3:41) Discover my intentions for the book and how it will help you navigate perimenopause and menopause (7:22) What my mom does to feel youthful and energized in menopause and beyond (15:53) Debunking menopause myths and the trend that is happening with women over 40 (17:10) Why you need to get to the root causes of what is going on with your body and your hormones (20:21)  Resources Mentioned:The Essential Oil Menopause Solution Book Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #233: Debunking Menopause Myths Once and For All with Dr. MarizaEssentially You Episode #235: Debunking Menopause Myths Once and For All (Part 2) with Dr. Mariza 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

If You Want To Overcome Your Estrogen Dominance You Should: Pay attention to your symptoms and get tested to identify which type of estrogen dominance you are experiencing Rethink the products and medications you are using and the impact they could be having on your hormones Include liver detoxifying foods, herbs, and supplements into your daily routine Stay consistent about detoxing your pathways and balancing hormones in order to see results  Are you in your mid 30’s or 40’s and are having a hard time recognizing yourself? Are you experiencing unexplained weight gain or crazy PMS symptoms that make you want to smash your head against the wall? The culprit could be estrogen dominance. Most doctors don’t know that estrogen dominance is at an all-time high for women over 35, and it is often overlooked or dismissed. The good news is that you can reverse your hormone imbalance symptoms through natural remedies that can help you start feeling your best again. Overcoming Estrogen Dominance With Magdalena WszelakiMagdalena Wszelaki is the founder of Hormones Balance, an online community dedicated to helping women rebalance their hormones naturally. She is also a certified nutrition coach, herbalist, a published bestselling cookbook author, speaker, and educator. After a health crisis that resulted from a highly stressful life in advertising, starting from Graves’ and Hashimoto’s Disease to adrenal issues and estrogen dominance, Magdalena was disappointed by the lack of information she found. Her new book, Overcoming Estrogen Dominance, seeks to provide a clear and complete path to empower women with what to do about their hormonal imbalance.Consistency Is KeyThe first step to healing your estrogen dominance is by paying attention to your symptoms and identifying which of the two types of estrogen dominance you are struggling from. Knowing the cause of your hormone imbalance is crucial to feeding your body the right foods, herbs, and supplements to get onto a path of healing. Being consistent in your efforts to balance your hormones and detoxify your liver also plays a massive part in your recovery. Magdalena is here to share simple and easy ways to apply and adopt healthy strategies into your daily routine so that you can correct your hormonal imbalance through natural remedies.Are you ready to empower yourself with the necessary knowledge to rebalance your hormones, detoxify your liver and overcome your estrogen dominance? Share which of Magdalena’s tips you will try first with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode The most common age groups to experience estrogen dominance and what you should be looking out for (11:38) The role of cosmetics, household products and birth control in hormonal imbalance (15:03) What you can do if you are dealing with estrogen dominance or liver buildup symptoms (18:36) Herbs and supplements that can help you balance out your hormones (25:20) Foods that you should add into your routine to support your liver detox pathways (29:10)  Resources Mentioned:The Essential Oil Menopause Solution BookThe Best Supplements for Estrogen DominanceHow Estrogenic Are You QuizOvercoming Estrogen Dominance by Magdalena WszelakiHormones Balance WebsiteFollow Magdalena on Instagram | FacebookCooking for Hormone Balance by Magdalena Wszelaki Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #161: Why We Need to Address Estrogen Dominance with Magdalena Wszelaki 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

If You Want To Unlock Your Resilience You Should: Allow yourself permission to step into your identity after overcoming illness or adversity Form a community that makes you feel seen and heard in your lived experiences Find rituals such as organizing and journaling that can help you feel solid in your wellness foundation Tap into your cycle, heritage, and identity to become clear on the legacy you want to leave behind  If there was ever a year that tested our personal resilience, it was 2020. While many of us are trying to search for normality in the wake of this pandemic, many of the stressors of 2020 have spilled into 2021. This is why I have asked resilience coach and educator Komal Minhas to the show to have a much-needed conversation about building resilience during these times of adversity. Resilience Through Adversity with Komal MinhasKomal Minhas helps people better understand their own strengths and capacity as they work to transform the systems we live in and teaches them tactics on how to thrive through times like these. After surviving a cancer diagnosis and a neurological illness at age 26, Komal took her ‘rock bottom’ and turned it into the place where the seeds for her company and her vision were planted. Now 30, she has been featured on Oprah’s Super Soul 100 list, has interviewed Michelle Obama, Rupi Kaur, & Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau, and more, and is the founder and host of the amazing Lessons Learned Podcast. Life After IllnessWhen it comes to dealing with life while dealing with or overcoming an illness, we often want to put that illness into a box and set it aside and ‘get back to normal’. In Komal’s experience, you need to reconcile with your illness and realize that the reality of your new life is that your illness will always be a part of you.While you may never become the person that you were before your illness, you can face the trauma that you have endured and imagine a new identity for yourself that is more gentle and inclusive of your new needs. Creating a comprehensive plan that tunes into all of the robust parts of your identity will help you enhance both your overall resilience and your wellbeing. Your Community is Your PowerWe all know that self-care is important, but creating these daily habits truly is your foundation for wellness. It doesn’t matter if it’s 5 minutes or 5 hours, getting in where you fit in and building a habit of maintaining your resiliency will help you get through difficult times. Organizing your home, giving yourself little projects, and journaling can all help you to clear space for your creativity and energy.In addition to these daily habits, Komal knows that community is the most important way to build your resilience. Having a community that makes you feel seen and heard, and helps you tap into your identity and the legacy you want to leave behind is the biggest way to enhance your resilience and your wellbeing. Resources Mentioned:Get the EO Menopause Solution Book HereLessons Learned PodcastKomal Minhas WebsiteFollow Komal on InstagramDream, Girl Documentary Film 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

If You Want to Start Making Over the Products in Your Home, You Should: Take a good, hard look at the products that fill your home and which ones should be replaced with non-toxic alternatives Do your research and start reading the label before purchasing anything Avoid anything with the word ‘fragrance’ or that could be a victim of greenwashing Try not to get overwhelmed by taking small steps to reduce your toxic load within your home Embrace the healing and cost-effective power of essential oils  Choosing products for your home that are safe for you and your family has become increasingly confusing, especially given all of the greenwashing that happens in our grocery stores. By becoming aware of the everyday products you are using in your household, you can avoid the dangerous everyday toxins that are found in an overwhelming amount of our daily use products and keep you and your family safe. Creating a Non-Toxic Environment at HomeSamantha Lee Wright is passionate about teaching others how to use the power of nature for better health and happiness. Host of the world’s #1 essential oil podcast, The Essential Oil Revolution, Samantha is a master at helping people clear the toxins from their lives and take control of their health. Samantha is here to share tips on how you can become a label-reading ninja and provide you with easy, effective, and affordable ways that you can create a non-toxic environment for you and your family. Taking Your Health into Your Own HandsDid you know that the cosmetics and personal care industries in the United States are worth 532 billion dollars per year, yet they are some of the least regulated and most chemically filled industries globally? The products we use in our homes and on our skin are scientifically proven to cause the inflammation that we see as the root causes for many chronic illnesses, which is why it is up to us to be conscious consumers when it comes to the products we use.Being a label-reading ninja sounds complicated, but it really isn’t. All it takes is baby steps to help you get past the confusing greenwashing to understand what is in your products. While chemicals are everywhere, the information and availability of healthy products are growing and can make a huge difference in your and your family’s health. The Power of Essential OilsIt is common to feel a bit overwhelmed when getting started with essential oils. Still, a little bit of research can prove how simple essential oils can be when replacing toxic home products with natural remedies that have so many benefits. There are millions of people, families, and children who use essential oils worldwide who find great success with their healthcare needs, and you can be one of them. It is all about finding the balance and consistency that works for you and your family to move away from the toxic chemicals we are faced with every day and empower yourself to make your own health decisions. Resources Mentioned:Sign Up For Dr. Mariza’s 14-Day Detox Program HereThe Ultimate Tox-Free Home GuideThe Essential Oil Revolution WebsiteFollow Samantha on Instagram | FacebookBranch BasicsMy Green Fills 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

If You Want to Find Emotional Resilience In Each Phase of Your Cycle, You Should: Reframe how you view the four stages of your period and the unique peaks and valleys in each one Embrace and recognize what you need at different times of the month Listen to your body and trust your body to send you signals as to what it needs Track your cycle to help you plan for what your body needs at each phase of the month  We have talked about how to honor your body through the four different stages of your menstrual cycle, but have you ever considered how to honor your emotions? You can harness your menstrual cycle to create more energy, joy, and confidence for yourself by embracing the emotional changes that happen throughout the four phases of your menstrual cycle.  It Is Time to Invest in YourselfLucy Peach is a period preacher from Perth, Australia. With a background in human biology, sexual health education, and performance art, she combines these facets to empower and inspire people with periods to see their cycles as a strength. Lucy works to help women and youth embrace the roughly 450 periods a woman will have throughout her life so they can permit themselves to invest their energy into themselves every month. Removing the Stigma Around PeriodsHave you ever felt ashamed that you are not feeling the same all month long? Lucy wants you to know that you are meant to feel different at every part of your cycle and that it is not a bad thing. Every month you have the opportunity to practice your power and get to the bottom of who you are at every phase of the cycle.It can sometimes feel like everyone around us wants us to be in the middle part of our cycle, but we should really be embracing the good in every part of our cycle. Knowing where you are and asking for what you need so that you can use your best power every day of the month is the key to taking back control of your mental capacity. Taking Back Power by Listening to YourselfLucy is on a mission to change the way we think about periods and empower other women to change the legacy of how we think about our bodies and embrace them going forward. Tracking your cycle can help you plan your activities so that you show up with your best foot forward at any time of the month. Knowing what day you are at in your cycle, checking in and tuning into your body, and giving yourself what you need, is how you can use your cycle for good and open the door for more joy, self-confidence, and self-care. Resources Mentioned:Period Queen by Lucy PeachLucy Peach WebsiteLifehack Your Period Online Course Pre-RegistrationFollow Lucy on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | SpotifyFollow Dr. Mariza on 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