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What we're talking about in this episode! Breaking the chain between hormones and nutrition to heal your symptoms Dismissing the misconceptions around what is normal in women's health Learn the true superfoods of the world and how to harness them How to modify ketosis to fit your individual lifestyle needs in a healthy way The importance of finding the motivation to change before you become desperate  Episode SummaryIn order for you to truly heal and maintain sustainable health, you must nourish your body by feeding it real food that it can put to work to rebuild your organs and glands. Vivica Menegaz has been managing her health naturally since her childhood growing up on the coast of Italy. After struggling with her own health struggles she realized the connection between these common hormonal issues and decided to take her knowledge to the masses.It takes an understanding of your physiological and energetic stressors, the willingness to accept a new mindset and lifestyle, and the ability to stop denying your intuition, but with a little hard work, anything is possible. This information-packed episode is your guide to creating your own unique hormone profile and getting to the root cause of your hormone issues once and for all.Vivica believes in using all of the tools of nutrition, including ketosis and paleo, to create a holistic picture of healing for each specific person which can truly create miracles even in the most difficult of cases. It is definitely possible to do keto wrong in a lot of different ways, so Vivica is here to provide the resources to help you harness the powers of ketosis without obsessing over calories and diet rules. Plus, learn ways to approach your mindset, patterns of self-sabotaging, and more.Resources MentionedThe Nourished Caveman WebsiteThe Nourished Caveman Podcast Free DownloadFollow The Nourished Caveman on Facebook | Instagram | YouTubeThe Keto Paleo Life Video SeriesDoctors Blunders Video SeriesEY 100: Dr. MarizaEY 095: Dr. William LiThe Essential Oils Hormone Solution Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! Key foods that will balance your hormones naturally Why nutrient deficiencies may be the root cause to hormone imbalance My top nutrients for thyroid, PMS and fatigue Which green smoothie you should be drinking to support your liver How to begin to balance your hormones naturally with food Keeping your hormones supported during times of fluctuation with nutritional tools  Episode SummaryToday is a MAJOR milestone that I am so excited to celebrate with you.This is the 100th episode on the Essentially You podcast and we have officially reached 500,000 downloads!My heart swells with so much gratitude for having you a part of this women’s health journey. When I came up with the idea to create this podcast, I had you in mind.I am committed more than ever to give you what you want and need on this podcast. Since February this year, I have spoken with thousands of women and listened to their stories.It breaks my heart to hear that women are being dismissed and told that they will have to simply live with their symptoms.Your symptoms are valid and I’m here to advocate for you on your hormone journey.How does food influence your life? It's hard to comprehend just how much food impacts everything that we do from social events to nights at home. However food is also medicine, and it is one of the most important ways that you can impact your hormone health, energy levels, and overall well-being.Today I break down the Top 10 ways to leverage food to rebalance your body, reset your hormones and feel functionally better over time, because who doesn't want that? When you know how to eat for your body, take care of yourself and use essential oils properly, you can turn your symptoms around and heal your body on a cellular level.Join me on this milestone episode to learn what foods can help your hormone health and address some key nutrient deficiencies you might not even know you have. Learn easy rituals to jump-start your digestive system, which foods you should be eating to metabolize fat and increase your energy, and how to fuel your gut with good bacteria and nutritional supplements to fix the root causes of your issues.Resources MentionedGet Dr. Mariza’s Detox EO Blends + Recipes HereTop 11 Supplements for Hormone Balance GuideOrder The Essential Oils Hormone SolutionEssentially You #95: Dr. William LiEssentially You #16: Magdalena WszelakiEssentially You #12: Summer BockEssentially You #50: Loving Your LiverEssentially You #88: My Hashimoto’s DiagnosisThe Anit-Oxidant Counter by Dr. Mariza Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

 What we're talking about in this episode! Profoundly simple techniques to empty your stress bucket on a daily basis How to effectively replace your medical prescriptions like Prozac with gratitude Analyzing how the progression of technology is negatively impacting our youth Determining if the root cause of your anxiety is from adverse childhood experiences Strategies to help you reset without disrupting your day or taking too much time  Episode SummaryDid you know that anxiety is the most common mental health issue in the United States, with 75% of Americans experiencing anxiety at least once a month? Anxiousness has become the most crippling manifestation of stress and overwhelm in history, but it is not a life sentence.Stephanie Dalfonzo has spent the past 20 years of her life researching anxiety and has become the anxiety expert sharing her knowledge during speaking events and in her new book, Goodbye Anxiety Hello Freedom. After dealing with anxiety and insomnia herself, Stephanie discovered natural and holistic ways to say goodbye to anxiety for good and is sharing her secrets with us today.Natural, holistic and scientifically proven ways to overcome anxiety are on the docket today as we learn ways to bring calm into your life easier on a daily basis. Learn the connection between insomnia, anxiety and stress, the separate but powerful uses of meditation and mindfulness, how to adapt your neuroplasticity to respond to anxiety in a new way, plus so much more.Even if you only have a few seconds every day, that is still enough to heal from the anxiety of past or present. Stephanie is all about creating the easiest and most straight forward paths to healing from anxiety and helping you get back to the present moment.Resources MentionedGoodbye Anxiety Hello Freedom by Stephanie DalfonzoStephanie Dalfonzo WebsiteFollow Stephanie on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedInAdverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Questionnaire Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

 What we're talking about in this episode! Why you need to address the hidden internal stresses that you don't even think about How to discover what kind of hidden stressors are going on inside your body What you should be looking at in your gut to fix your chronic fatigue Becoming more conscious around your meal time and mindfulness exercises Simple ways to get the most out of your meals and make digestion easier  Episode SummaryShelley Gawith’s life came crashing down around her when she lost her cognitive function and the ability to leave the house and received no answers from doctors.Frustrated by her blanket diagnosis of chronic fatigue system, Shelley decided to empower herself with knowledge through the little energy she had and started to see major changes in her health.Now a functional nutritionist, Shelley works with her clients to get to the underlying root causes of health symptoms. Today Shelley shares her inspirational story with us and provides a comprehensive look at the internal stresses that could be playing a major role in your health journey without you even realizing it.While we often analyze our external stresses like your job or relationship, it is the internal stresses going on inside your body that could be making the major impact. Learn exactly what is going on inside your body when it comes to digestion, and how to take your collection of symptoms from confusing to healing through nutrition.Shelley is here to help you gain a sense of what is going on inside your body so that you can find the foods that help you feel better. Hidden internal stressors can feel overwhelming, but with the knowledge Shelley shares today, you can support your body and target what needs to change.Resources MentionedAre You Your Best Self? Free QuizShelley Gawith WebsiteFollow Shelley on Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! How to manage your mind when dealing with your chronic symptoms Recommendations to help you find the right person to help you get better Tools for long term healing, self-empowerment and future self-planning Ways that you can alter your fight, flight and freeze responses to actually benefit you Using an elimination diet to decrease your inflammation and find your root problem  Episode SummaryWe've talked a lot about the important role your gut health plays in almost every function of your body, but did you know that your mindset is equally as powerful when it comes to healing your gut issues?Victoria Albina is a family nurse practitioner, herbalist and cognitive behavior life coach who has over 20 years of experience using the power of mindset to heal the body, and today she's sharing her knowledge with us.Our emotions and hormones are chemical messengers in the body that have the ability to make powerful changes in our health and wellbeing. A lack of energy, anxiety, weight gain, and chronic stress can all be attributed to your gut issues, and it is up to you to change your mindset and get your body back on track through some serious self-love.Victoria believes in taking back control of your body, mind, spirit, and soul to restore the holistic integrity of your life. Today she shares ways to identify your toxic thoughts, how to engage your neuroplasticity to cement new lifestyle choices, and highlights the importance of other women sharing their stories to help others heal.Once you believe that you are worthy of healing and love exactly as you are today, you can accept your chronic symptoms and improve them from an objective perspective. Learn the importance of the language you use around your symptoms, which essential oil you should be using while journaling, the major role your Vagus nerve could be playing in your condition, and so much more.Resources MentionedDownload your Free Body Scan Meditation HereVictoria Albina's WebsiteFeminist Wellness PodcastFollow Victoria on Instagram | FacebookThe Institute for Functional Medicine Practitioner DirectoryChris Kresser ADAPT Academy Practitioner Directory Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! The number one thing about perimenopause that most women don't know Understanding the role your hormones, diet, exercise and lifestyle play in your symptoms Natural ways to manage your symptoms, reduce stress and feel vibrant again Modern external factors that could be playing a role in why you aren't feeling 100% How to fully embrace postmenopause after the rollercoaster of perimenopause  Episode SummaryIf there is one thing that I hear from women over and over again, it is confusion around menopause and everything in between. I know it can be difficult to understand the symptoms surrounding perimenopause and postmenopause as well, which is why I have Dr. Kelly Culwell on the show today.Dr. Kelly Culwell, also known as The Lady Doctor, is a fellowship trained OBGYN who is eager to change the conversation around how women and society feel about menopause. Dr. Culwell actively searches for natural solutions and home remedies to help women manage their symptoms, understand their hormones and regain vitality for life.Hormone replacement therapy is not the solution for all women like our mothers and grandmothers were told. With the information Dr. Culwell provides, you can figure out the root cause of your own symptoms, navigate the grey area between menopausal signs and diagnosis, and embrace menopause and whatever that means for you without the stigma.We are determined to make women feel heard, know that they are not alone, and have a safe space to discuss these bodily changes. By shedding light on what is really going on during menopause, Dr. Culwell is helping women support themselves through this journey.Resources MentionedDr. Lady Doctor WebsiteFollow Dr. Lady Doctor on Facebook | Instagram | TwitterDr. Mariza’s Top 5 Hormone Balancing Blends Cheat SheetEY 076: Dr. Izabella WentzEY 088: Healing Dr. Marizas Hashimotos Diagnosis NaturallyEY 089: Palmer KippolaEY 044: Dr. Becky Campbell Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! Walking the walk behind food as medicine and how it ultimately benefits our health Learn why angiogenesis is your body's most important defense mechanism How to choose foods that you enjoy while supporting your cellular vitality Debunking examples of foods that may have misguided reputations An overview of the five health defense systems and specific healing foods  Episode SummaryIf you aren't thinking about the fuel you put into your body on a daily basis, you aren't thinking about your overall health. Food can make or break your ability to function optimally, and Dr. William Li is dedicated to sharing the importance of diet and teaching others how to eat to beat chronic disease. A world-renowned physician, scientist, speaker and author, Dr. Li is shaking up our perceptions about nutrition and helping the world heal themselves through food.Instead of focusing on the things the medical society tells us to cut out of our diets, Dr. Li places importance on the new things we are discovering every day that can actually assist your body in fighting off disease. Learn which foods are scientifically proven to heal your body and which you should definitely avoid, understand the role angiogenesis plays in your body's ability to defend itself, and how to pay it forward to yourself by eating foods that you actually like while getting healthier.Dr. Li believes that every health practitioner needs to be focusing on total body healing, and it all starts with the food you are putting into your vessel. He is laying the groundwork found in his new book, Eat to Beat Disease, to inform you of what foods to choose so that you can make eating healthily a sustainable lifetime adventure.Resources MentionedDownload your Free Shopping Guide HereEat to Beat Disease by Dr. William LiDr. William Li WebsiteFollow Dr. Li on Facebook | Instagram | TwitterDr. William Li Can We Eat to Starve Cancer TEDx TalkThe Angiogenesis Foundation WebsiteThe Antioxidant Counter by Dr. Mariza SnyderThe Matcha Miracle by Dr. Mariza Snyder Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! The #1 thing men need to understand and the top problem in relationships today Why we should frame the differences between men and women in a positive way Strategies to help you find a feminine and masculine equilibrium How to gain emotional literacy and vulnerability through ‘Venus Talks’ The role hormones such as oxytocin and estrogen play in both men and women Tips to better communicate with your partner and understand their perspective  Episode SummaryDr. John Gray has devoted his life to understanding the relationship between men and women and the positive differences between us. Author of over 200 books including Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, Dr. John Gray literally wrote the guidebook to relationships and is here today to explain the intense role your hormone health can play in your partnership.A wealth of knowledge, Dr. John provides realistic tips to help you slow down, become aware of your hormones, and give yourself permission to become more balanced between your masculine and feminine sides. Learn the biggest differences when it comes to men and women on a hormonal, biological and chemical level, why rushing women's syndrome could be having a devastating effect on your health and relationship, get the science behind male aggression and dissociation, and much much more.With help from Dr. John, you can embrace your vulnerability, learn tools to express how you are feeling in a way that the opposite sex will actually understand and create a space where you work together with your partner to balance each other.Resources MentionedMars Venus WebsiteBeyond Mars and Venus by Dr. John GrayMen Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus by Dr. John GrayThe Boy Crisis by Dr. John GrayMars and Venus in the Bedroom by Dr. John GrayEY 043: Why Relationships Impact Our Hormones with Razi BerryEY 093: Lisa Hendrickson-Jack Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! Valuing your menstrual cycle as an important indicator to your overall health Subtle signs that you can only recognize when charting your menstrual cycle Looking at your ovulation and cervical mucus patterns to understand your body better Why your menstrual cycle is important regardless if you want to have children Basic lifestyle guidelines to help support your menstrual cycle and hormones  Episode SummaryWe all know the important indicators to our overall health such as pulse, temperature, blood pressure, and so on, but what about your menstrual cycle? You may not realize it, but your menstrual cycle can provide essential information into how your body is functioning and act as an early warning sign when things may be changing incorrectly under the surface.Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner who is passionate about introducing your menstrual cycle as the fifth vital sign to provide an unparalleled window into your health. On this episode, Lisa showcases how you can gain control of your period by charting your menstrual cycle and using this information to avoid or achieve pregnancy, signs to catch your unusual symptoms at a subclinical level to avoid problems later on, and ways to adjust your daily lifestyle habits to better support your cycle.Charting your cycle can help you realize things you may have missed, and create a validating response to the symptoms you have been feeling all along. When you understand the role of your menstrual cycle and cervical mucus can play on everything from your mood to energy levels, you can prepare yourself with powerful tools to empower your body.Lisa is determined to debunk the myths surrounding ovulation, pregnancy, birth control and everything in between as she provides the language to help repair your relationship with your menstrual cycle.Resources MentionedRead the First Chapter of The Fifth Vital Sign HereThe Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-JackFertility Friday WebsiteThe Fertility Friday PodcastFFP 245: Essential Oils and Your Hormones with Dr. MarizaFollow Lisa on Facebook | Instagram | TwitterEY 041: How to Own Your Menstrual Cycle with Essential Oils Dr. Mariza Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

What we're talking about in this episode! First steps to addressing a mold problem inside your house and your body The most effective supplement brands and foods for mold toxicity healing What symptoms to look for in your body and environment that could be caused by mold How to minimize your future exposure to mold toxins and environmental toxins Ways to help support your body throughout the detox process to feel better faster  Episode SummaryDr. Ann Shippy is on a mission to bring knowledge to the world about how mold and environmental toxins could be making you sick. Board certified in Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine, Dr. Ann combines the two realms and has discovered the harmful ways that mold toxicity could be impacting your life without evening knowing it.Did you know that exposure to mold and other environmental toxins can make you short-tempered or unable to make decisions, cause joint and muscle pain and lead to greater chronic illnesses down the line? Dr. Ann suffered this first hand and left her career in engineering to bring this information to the masses. Today she is here to explain how mold toxins suppress your immune system, how to know if you have been impacted by mold, and how to heal your body and home if you have already been exposed.If you can’t get to the bottom of your health issues, mold toxins may be to blame. Learn what symptoms to look for if you fear you may be exposed to mold, what types of tests you should be looking for if you are worried about mold exposure, and how to implement detox strategies that can get rid of mold and other hidden infections in the body.Being exposed to mold can be a scary and overwhelming process, but with Dr. Ann Shippy’s help, you too can rid yourself of these harmful toxins, and get your environment and body back where they need to be to support you and your family.Resources MentionedCould It Be Mold? Free Fact SheetMold Toxicity Workbook by Dr. Ann ShippyDr. Ann Shippy WebsiteFollow Dr. Ann Shippy on Facebook | InstagramEY 085: Dr. Jessica Peatross Other Resources:The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. MarizaCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube