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With the holidays approaching, almost all of us will share one thing in common– spending time with family.  For some, family makes it the best time of year. But for a lot of others, family brings emotional triggers or unwanted feelings from the past.  Family and Marriage therapist Vienna Pharaon joins me today to talk about how healing your wounds from the past creates space for healthier relationships to come.  We discuss how old family dysfunctions can manifest in your adult behaviors in surprising ways. But don’t worry– she has a healing process to help you improve your relationships and your life! So, listen now to discover how you can rewire your programming, look at your family systems, and heal any old wounds for good.  Vienna Pharaon Vienna Pharaon is a family and marriage therapist with over fifteen years in practice. She’s the founder and owner of the group practice, Mindful Marriage and Family Therapy. Pharaon has been featured in The Economist, Netflix, Vice, and Motherly. Her book The Origins of

Have you heard of fatty liver disease? Believe it or not, fatty liver disease has become one of the most widespread chronic conditions in the US– affecting 80 to 100 MILLION people!  Fatty liver disease occurs when fat builds up in your liver, leading to inflammation. It’s often a precursor for metabolic syndrome and other chronic issues, too.  And unfortunately– post-menopausal women are more likely to get it than men. As women, our hormones are declining into menopause, so we’re at greater risk for metabolic issues– like fatty liver.   But don’t worry– it’s possible to stop fatty liver in its tracks… even reverse it completely if managed early enough. Wondering how?  Check out this podcast for ALL you need to know about preventing and reversing signs of fatty liver through diet and lifestyle modifications.  IN THIS EPISODE Identifying the signs of fatty liver disease  Abnormal labs indicating possible fatty liver disease Risk factors for developing fatty liver disease  Diet, exercise, and lifest

I don’t know about you, but I love the holidays… Yet it can STILL be a real trigger fest for me!  Between the planning, shopping, family time, parties, travel, PLUS all the usual day-to-day duties, there is a LOT to deal with… Catch today’s shortie for 5 easy ways to reduce your stress levels, stay feeling good, and enjoy the holiday season just like you deserve. :) Check out Dr. Mariza's 14-Day Detox Program here >>>

You may be told that symptoms, pain, or physical frustrations you’re dealing with are just normal parts of aging.  But that doesn’t have to be the case!  Women are hitting menopause or having menopausal-like symptoms much earlier than ever before.  Yet, it's being disregarded. It’s hard for women to find a practitioner who will recommend hormone supplementation or support. Dr. Tyna joins my podcast today to talk about her thoughts on hormone replacement therapies for optimizing metabolic health.  And even just a microdose of these hormones can keep you physiologically optimized, helping you buy yourself some metabolic health span.  Dive into this podcast to learn more about the hormone replacement tools that are available, and how to own your health when finding the right people to help you!  IN THIS EPISODE All about hormones and GL1P agonists for metabolic health  Dr. Tyna’s experience with Testosterone replacement therapy  How to support your metabolic health and mitochondrial health  Hormone replaceme

When you hit perimenopause, your body goes through all kinds of physical changes. But what about mental and emotional changes?  So many women reaching this point don’t recognize that their mood swings and rage are a totally normal part of entering menopause. I invited Dr. Felcie Gersh on the show today to discuss female hormones and mental health, and how hormone replacement therapy can help.  Hormone replacement has tons of benefits– even for women in the perimenopause transition. So why wait until menopause to start dealing with symptoms of hormone imbalance?  Join Dr. Felice Gersh and me to discuss all things hormones, and learn how to navigate perimenopause and menopause with ease and grace.  Tune in to take charge of your health, no matter what stage you’re in! Felice Gersh, M.D. Felice Gersh, M.D. is an award-winning physician board-certified in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She’s the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine– a comprehensive women’s healthcare practice. Dr. Ge

Do you sometimes feel completely out of control during your cycle– with mood swings, anger, and irritability overwhelming your day-to-day? PMS symptoms are rough to deal with as you already know– but they’re a whole other beast once you reach perimenopause and menopause.  Menopausal PMS rage affects millions of women… but so many women aren’t talking about it!  With hormone shifts taking place during perimenopause and menopause, mood fluctuations get even worse.  But don’t worry, because when you have the right tools to balance your hormones, you’ll start to feel a dramatic shift in your mood.  Tune in to today's podcast to learn all about getting your mood swings under control as we discuss:  Menopausal PMS rage and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)  Symptoms of PMS and PMDD  What is going on during perimenopause to exacerbate PMS symptoms Recognizing when you should go to your doctor about PMDD symptoms  What to do to honor and nurture your body during menopause  Check it out now, so you can ge

Nine of the ten leading causes of death in the United States are related to blood sugar. Let that sink in!  Riding the blood sugar rollercoaster is something you may do without even realizing it. But it clearly can be detrimental to your health.  Dr. Casey Means is here with me today to dive into regulating your blood sugar levels so you can leverage your energy for optimal health. And she offers guidance on exactly what you can do to maintain regulated blood sugar levels.  Don’t miss out on this information-packed episode on all things blood sugar and metabolism. Plus, as the co-founder of Levels Health, Casey is offering you an epic GIVEAWAY for Levels’ Continuous Glucose Monitoring. Check it all out here!  Dr. Casey Means Dr. Casey Means is a Stanford-trained physician, and the Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of the metabolic health company Levels. Her mission is to maximize human potential and reverse preventable chronic diseases by empowering people with tech-enabled tools that inform personalized a

Osteoporosis or decreased bone strength isn’t only seen in the older demographic. It can happen at any age.  Take Kevin Ellis for example. I’ve brought Kevin on the show today to discuss the importance of bone health, and how to prevent and address osteoporosis… Because he was diagnosed with osteoporosis in his early thirties.  So how do you take charge of your body and bone strength to best prevent this condition? Now as a health coach for stronger bones, Kevin’s here to discuss the effects your lifestyle and hormonal changes can have on your bone health. He emphasizes the connection between gut health and bone health and offers ways that you can be proactive in protecting your bones.  So tune into this must-listen podcast to gain valuable insights into maintaining and building bone strength through nutrition, exercise, and supplementation– so you can live a healthier and stronger life!  Kevin Ellis Kevin Ellis– known as Bone Coach™– is a Forbes-featured Integrative Health Coach, podcaster, YouTuber, and is

Day to day your to-do list piles up. More and more tasks get thrown onto your plate– whether you have time for them or not.  So how do you navigate the anxiety this causes?  Kate Northrup joins me in today’s podcast to help you cultivate ways to step back and slow down your nervous system to avoid burnout.  Through her challenges of starting her own business, raising a family, and supporting loved ones in times of need– Kate has a massive toolbox of ways to take charge of your life through its ups and downs.  She offers you easy steps you can take to regulate your nervous system in times of crisis.  Plus, she discusses how to manage financial strain, and how to develop a positive relationship with money for ultimate success.  Check out this podcast with Kate to learn how to calm your nervous system, create a strong mindset, and find time and space for yourself and the things you love.  Kate Northrup As an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and mother, Kate Northrup supports ambitious people to light up the wo

Can losing muscle mass be more dangerous than gaining body fat?  All of us are on a mission to rid our bodies of excess fat… but how often have you considered the importance of gaining more muscle instead? I invited Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on the podcast today to dive into muscle-centric medicine and to educate you on gaining muscle to support your entire body system.  Gaining and maintaining muscle mass can be the key to a healthy aging process. Contracting skeletal muscle can be wildly beneficial for your hormones, immune response, blood sugar levels, and more.  And it doesn’t have to be a challenge! Join Dr. Lyon and me as we unlock the tools you need to optimize your nutrition and exercise regimen. So you can feel good in your body, and even start to reverse your biological age.  Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a functional medicine practitioner and founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine®. Dr. Lyon is a nationally recognized speaker and media contributor specializing in brain and thyroi

Obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and even dementia are claiming more and more women at an unnecessarily early age. This episode cuts straight through to the root cause and answers SO many of the questions you’ve probably had about your metabolism and hormones. It also gives you viable solutions to prevent–and even reverse—chronic disease.  Tune in to find out why this is happening and what you can do to start healing NOW–and learn: What’s causing all this disease in women  Why women are more likely to suffer than men 6 major consequences of poor metabolic health Why it’s happening and how to heal from it Mentioned in this Episode: FREE Metabolism and Hormone Masterclass – Join me this coming Tuesday, October 17th to get my exact healing blueprint and protocols all in one place.  Visit nutrisense.io/mariza and use my code MARIZA for $30 off & 1 month of free dietitian support. Additional Resources: Intermittent Fasting for Weight-Loss: Does it Really Work? Navigating Perimenopause: Signs, Symp

What if you could choose how to spend your time NOW so you don't lose precious hours with loved ones down the road? That’s what you need to consider when you make daily decisions. Because as your body transitions over time, your risk for disease increases if you’re not careful. But today, Dr. Tyna joins me to discuss choosing to take care of yourself and do everything in your power to keep your metabolic engine running. From building muscle, to lowering inflammation, to taking hormones to extend your reproductive longevity– we dive into it all in this podcast.  So are you looking to maintain good metabolic health in perimenopause and menopause for a long and healthy life?  Listen now to take charge of your life– no matter what stage you’re in! Dr. Tyna Moore Dr. Tyna Moore has nearly three decades of experience as a medical professional. She’s a leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and resilient metabolic health. As a naturopathic physician and chiropractic, she brings a unique perspective to tho

Entering midlife can feel like a huge adjustment. But amidst the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes happening once we hit our 40s and beyond, it’s essential for you to remember how much life you have left to live.  Integrative medicine practitioner Dr. Tasneem Bhatia joins me today for a deep dive into the always-changing hormones that come with perimenopause and menopause. But with her guidance, she’ll help you harness the power of your hormones to help you live your best life.  With her years of experience in integrative, functional, and holistic medicine, she’s on a mission to empower one million women to uncover their innate superpowers, and to restore their health and wellbeing.  And with the knowledge she shares with you in this podcast, you’ll be eager to take charge of your hormones. So you can enhance longevity and create a life you love. So join Dr. Taz and me here for insight into the midlife hormone shift and what you can do to feel great at any age!  Dr. Tasneem Bhatia Dr. Tasneem Bhatia

How often have you thought about committing weeks at a time to abstain from alcohol… but something came up so you caved earlier than you’d hoped?  It’s happened to all of us.  For me, even in my early to mid-thirties, I started to notice alcohol was NOT serving me. Drinking alcohol— even just a few glasses of wine at dinner— felt disruptive to my health. I put weight on fast, my brain felt scrambled, and I felt hazy and moody.  If you’ve been feeling rundown, numb, stressed, or you just know something is off, I highly encourage you to check out this week's podcast. Celeste Yvonne, now 5+ years sober and an AMAZING parent, shares the dangers of mommy-wine culture, and why it’s hiding an even bigger problem happening in our society.  Tap the link to LISTEN and finally take charge of serving yourself more of what your body really needs… less alcohol! About Celeste Yvonne Celeste Yvonne is a celebrated writer and a founding host of the Sober Mom Squad. She’s a certified sober coach (IAPRC) with over 20 years of

Hormone shifts and changes are inevitable for us as women. Aren’t we lucky?! In all seriousness– I know you’ve felt these changes in your body.  Take your menstrual cycle, for example. One moment estrogen and testosterone rally together, and you feel on top of the world right before ovulation. Then, just a couple of weeks later, progesterone and estrogen bottom out, and it can feel like everything in your body is working against you.  And then there’s how your body feels when on hormonal birth control– which I discuss in today's episode with renowned Naturopath Dr. Carrie Jones. Or even during the long 10+ year perimenopause transition when everything is up in the air. We also discuss the new FDA-cleared, over-the-counter mini pill called the Opill– which is about to hit drugstores. We want you to understand all the options, concerns, and risks around an over-the-counter pill.  And lastly, we talk about how improving your metabolic health is the biggest lever you can pull if you want a healthy, thriving body

In this podcast, I sit down with the remarkable Dr. Stacy Sims– who fully embodies feeling energized at any age.  For almost all women– even active women– perimenopause and menopause can hit hard. We've ALL felt it. But today, we discuss how these big shifts don't have to be the end of you building muscle, maintaining a healthy metabolism, or feeling energized. Dr. Sims teaches us that once you understand your physiology, you can work with it– not against it. And you can optimize your health to reverse your inner age.  We’ll dive deep into her cutting-edge research on women's physiology and how we can adopt crucial lifestyle strategies so we don't have to become a statistic– because we’re so much more than that. In this episode, Dr. Sims and I show you exactly how to support your body with nourishment, movement, stress management, and quality sleep.  Tap the link to LISTEN NOW and learn how to skyrocket your energy– and feel AMAZING in your body again!  Dr. Stacy Sims  Dr. Stacey Sims is a renowned writer

Ready to take action towards a healthier, happier life? We know age is just a number. But as each birthday passes, it’s easy to start feeling the physical and mental changes in our bodies.  That’s why I’m here today with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald. So you can have the tools to reverse your biological age and feel like your best.  Even reversing our inner age by one year massively extends our quality of life. And that's my ultimate goal for myself and you too– to increase our inner age and push back chronic disease for as long as possible.  Think about all the years you’ve worked hard to save money. Now– we all want that money to be put towards spending time with our favorite people, traveling, and doing what we love– not going to multiple doctor’s visits every week.  Plus, time is our most precious commodity. So let's make sure to make the most of our lives while we can, and AVOID preventable diseases before they arise. Because taking up time for specialists and disease management is not how I want to spend my sixti

We’re doing things differently with today’s podcast… and I can’t wait to share why.  I’ve been joined by the inspiring Bruna Beckerman– who’s had so much success since joining my Metabolism and Hormone Reset Course. And she’s here to walk you through her incredible journey to boosting her metabolism, losing over 16 pounds, and feeling great in her body again.  Once you hear her story, you’ll be so excited to learn how to optimize your metabolism, too. Every single one of us can benefit from cellular metabolism so we make energy more efficiently and in turn, we can do the things we love– without compromise. We ALL want enough energy just to move our bodies, right? So we can create even more energy. And this is exactly the reason that Bruna came to me and my course.  I want you to hear it all from her, in her own words today. Because like many of us, she didn't know where to start. But she committed, and with her consistency in following the program– she got the really incredible results she was looking for. Sh

After I hit my head on the beach in early June, I went into a downward spiral of debilitating symptoms that I initially attributed to hormonal imbalances.  But it kept getting worse until eventually, my brain started shutting down and I had to check myself into the ER. Little did I know, I was suffering from a condition called post concussion syndrome and it was literally making everything impossible (I even had to postpone several podcast episodes and stop working).   Catch this week’s podcast for a MAJOR health update–and learn:  What happened and why it’s such a HUGE a wake-up call  Which brain protocol I’m using and how it could help you, too The best supplements, therapies, and diets for your brain  How my hormones factored in and what to know about yours Details about my NEW podcast format  And more! Mentioned in this Episode: F-R-E-E Masterclass – How to Overcome Estrogen Dominance at Any Age Neuro+ Support – My powerhouse formula for boosting brainpower and preventing age-related cognitive

We have been led to believe that at the slightest symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, we should run out and get hormone replacement.  But the truth is, estrogen levels do not fall significantly until AFTER a woman’s last period.  And far more women actually suffer from “estrogen dominance” during the transition to menopause, starting around 35 years old–and those symptoms are the ones we should be addressing. Catch today’s all-important podcast to find out what causes estrogen dominance, why it’s such a dangerous condition, and 13 ways to overcome it naturally–and learn:  Key signs you may have estrogen dominance  The most common causes of estrogen dominance How to test for estrogen dominance 13 ways to heal estrogen dominance on your own Mentioned in This Episode [FREE WEBINAR] – How to Overcome Estrogen Dominance at Any Age Magnesium Restore – The Anxiety-Buster Activated B Complete – The Nerve-Protector  Essentially Whole Store – Your Home for All-Things Healthy  Additional Resources How Estr