Essentially You: Empowering You On Your Health & Wellness Journey With Safe, Natural & Effective Solutions

If You Want To Own The Wisdom Of Menopause, You Should: Stop listening to the narrative of society that says you have no power over the changes happening in your body Equip yourself with the knowledge of what your hormones are doing and how you can best support them Allow yourself to feel your feelings and grieve your loss without falling subject to the victim mentality Nourish your body through natural remedies to allow yourself the smoothest transition possible   Women in our society are taught that being miserable is just a normal part of mid-life, and nothing could be further from the truth. By taking control over what is happening within your body during this time of transition, you can make sure that life is happening for you, not to you. It is totally within your power to reinvent who you are during this time and what this next phase is going to look like for you with the right knowledge and natural remedies.   Tuning Into Your Inner Wisdom with Dr. Christiane Northrup Christiane Northrup, M.D., i

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.

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 Anderson Tina 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 s

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

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 Agrawal My 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 openi

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 DeLeone My brave mama reframed her life, shifted her mindset, and adopted the

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 Health I 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

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 W

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 Minhas Komal 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

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 Home Samantha Lee Wright is passionate about teaching others how to use

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 Yourself Lucy 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 the

What we're talking about in this episode! Why you need to care about estrogen dominance and the role it plays in your body Take the estrogen dominance assessment and discover if you may be a candidate Explore the biggest root causes of estrogen dominance and how to address it simply Understand the science behind how estrogen dominance is created inside the body Natural recommendations to reduce your estrogen dominance and heal your hormone imbalance   Episode Summary:  Estrogen dominance is at an all-time high for women 35 years or older in this country. Estrogen dominance can be linked to everything from allergies to autoimmune disorders, breast cancer, infertility and an increased acceleration in your aging process. So what can we do about estrogen dominance? That is where this episode comes in. If you have been told that your symptoms are only fixable through hormonal birth control, hormone replacement, or just something you ‘don’t need to worry about’, I am here to set the record straight. Today I a

If You Want To Start Boosting Your Metabolism You Should: Incorporate one of Nagina’s three top morning nutrition recommendations to increase your metabolic flexibility  Find foods to ‘treat’ yourself in the evenings that actually make you feel good the next day Focus on adding in foods rather than subtracting foods for a more sustainable mindset   I truly believe that your morning routine sets your tone for the whole day. But did you know that your morning routine can also help you boost your metabolism and get rid of that stubborn weight just based on what you are putting in your body?   A Metabolism Routine Built for Busy Women Nagina Abdullah is a health coach for women professionals, physicians, and 7-figure entrepreneurs who teaches women how to lose 20-60+ pounds even while working 60+ hours a week. Nagina created her metabolism-boosting morning routine to help herself and other women who have tried everything and are ready to successfully lose weight and create a sustainable and fun lifestyle chan

If You Want To Start Allowing Your Body To Do What It Was Created For You Should: Use Dr. Will’s 4-week fasting guide to clean out your cells Start listening for your intuition and making notes of the foods that make your body feel great Find your own sweet spot when it comes to metabolic flexibility and fueling your body with what feels good for you Integrate wellness into your life infused with a true knowledge of what your body loves and hates   If you want to feel good, have energy throughout the entire day, get a good night's sleep, and successfully achieve your ideal weight, it is essential to get your inflammatory levels under control. Inflammation is the driver of most major diseases, but the good news is that you can use food and fasting to fight inflammation and regulate your hormones.   Gain Metabolic Flexibility and Find Food Peace Dr. Will Cole is a leading functional-medicine expert who consults people worldwide and specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disea

If You Want To Build Lean Muscle and Boost Your Metabolism Based On Your Menstrual Cycle You Should: Reset your metabolism and increase your metabolic flexibility by burning fat for fuel rather than sugar Take ownership of your body and start listening to your intuition Eat and train in tune with the four phases of your menstrual cycle and your lifestyle   Your menstrual cycle can impact your energy, metabolism, and even your creativity. So doesn't it make sense that you could leverage the four phases of your cycle to achieve optimal health and metabolic flexibility? While your body is constantly evolving every month, there are some simple ways that you can increase your metabolic flexibility, start eating for your cycle and become more in tune with your innate intuitive bodily wisdom.    Leveraging Your Cycle for Optimal Health Dr. Stephanie Estima is an expert in metabolism and body composition. She is focused on distilling strategies in nutrition, movement, and mindset to actualize human potential, lon

If You Want To Start Transitioning From Perimenopause Into Menopause With Ease and Grace You Should: Keep your body and muscles moving and get in where you fit in Reduce your toxic load and prevent the harmful effects of environmental toxins on your body through essential oils Use nutrition to stabilize your hormones and detoxification Set boundaries and utilize the self-care time that is non-negotiable for you Ask for help, say no to what does not serve you, and create a morning ritual for you   Have you ever felt misinformed or uninformed about the changes that your body is growing through during perimenopause and menopause? You are not alone, as there are millions of women just like you who are trying to navigate their bodies during their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and beyond with little to no help or understanding.   How To Embrace Hormone Changes Naturally I believe that every woman deserves to know how their body is working and what these hormonal changes mean, and how you can embrace this new stage of life

If You Want To Find Your Weight Loss Code You Should: Stop believing that everything that is working for other women is also going to work for you Do a hormone test that tells you what your body is asking for and when Find a balance between a calorie-restrictive diet and a way to nourish your adrenal system and thyroid   I know first hand how frustrating it can be to not know what is going on with your body. The #1 most disruptive symptom I hear from women in perimenopause and beyond is unexplained weight gain and weight loss resistance. Often times it’s a combination of hormones and lifestyle that can be the culprit, but it takes some work to figure out your unique weight loss code.   You Are Not Alone in This Struggle Karen Martel is a Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach and weight loss and hormone expert. After finding stubborn weight after the birth of her first child, Karen tried everything that other women were doing but still found no success. It wasn’t until a naturopath ran a hormone lab t

If You Want to Create Your Own 5 Minute Wellness Routine You Should: Acknowledge your striving mindset and the differences found in a feel-good mindset Shift your mindset by taking actionable steps to put yourself into a feel-good state Allow yourself time to focus on how you feel rather than be productive Customize your routine to fit into your daily schedule and create habits that enforce that routine   Have you spent your 20’s going non-stop, only to feel the physical burden of your constant busyness now? Often times we don't even realize how bad we feel because we get used to it as our ‘normal’. But the truth is, self-care is a non-negotiable for survival, and you deserve a minute to pause and take care of yourself.   The Feel-Good Effect With Robyn Downs Robyn Downs has been in the same position you are. Robyn has dedicated her life to spreading the feel-good effect. Using simple, science-backed strategies, Robyn helps people implement small hinges that can create big change when it comes to their e

If You Want To Stop Dieting Unsuccessfully, You Should: Stop restricting yourself and start viewing nutrition and exercise as a skill Change your mindset and incorporate your favorite foods into your weight loss plan Explore new exercises such as lifting weights to improve your metabolism Create a personalized approach that works for you and your body Health resolutions and diets often bring in a new year, but that is not the best way to improve how you feel. Changing your health outcome starts with what is on your fork, and all it takes is simple and actionable changes.   Nutrition and Fitness as a Skill Rachel Freiman is the CEO of MindStrong Fitness and is passionate about teaching others the skills necessary to ditch diets forever and embrace nutrition and fitness. Rachel is an educator at heart and focuses on both the mental and physical sides to building healthy and sustainable habits.   Why You Need to Break Up with Dieting The truth is, diets are not sustainable. The belief that we haven't lost w

If You Want To Heal Your SIBO You Should: Address the three main risk factor buckets and identify the root cause of your bacteria overgrowth Find a bodyworker to help you navigate which protocol will work best for you Embrace a beautifully diverse diet by focusing on an anti-inflammatory protocol   SIBO, or Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth, affects millions of people but can be difficult to nail down. Unlike other gut imbalances, SIBO happens when there is an overgrowth of bacteria in the upper part of your digestive tract. Because of the importance of the location of this bacteria, it takes the right support to heal your gut and reduce your inflammation.   Healing SIBO Through Food with Phoebe Lapine Phoebe Lapine believes that food can and should be medicine. A writer, gluten-free chef, culinary instructor, Hashimoto’s advocate and so much more, Phoebe is here to share her story of autoimmune disease and healing SIBO from the inside out.   What You Need To Know About SIBO Due to stress, lifestyle fa