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

Over the past decade, I’ve developed and tested the blueprint for my forthcoming Metabolism and Hormone Reset Course on myself and countless patients.  And the results have been life-changing.  One of the focal points of this program is to start building metabolically-healthy meals that combine an ideal balance of the most important nutrients, portions, and foods in order to supercharge the healing process. In this week’s podcast, I tease out SEVEN of these life-changing tips from the upcoming course and you do NOT want to miss it. Mentioned in this Episode:  FREE Guide [Download] – 5 Hacks to Blunt a Blood Sugar Spike  LMNT Electrolyte Mix – Get my personal discount one of my favorite intermittent fasting tools EVER  Gluco Support – Conquer cravings and stress-eating with my custom blend of science-backed herbs. Magnesium Restore – Give your cells the energy they need to build muscle, regulate your blood sugar, and boost your metabolism.  Additional Resources: #476: How to Pivot in Perimenopause to Increas

Most of us know someone who has struggled to get pregnant, or it may even be you. And this feeling can be devastating.  Growing up, the emphasis on pregnancy was that it could happen at any time, so don’t let it happen until you’re ready.  But this crucial moment in life needs planning to have the best possible outcome. One of the most important aspects of fertility and preparing to conceive is ensuring your body has the right nutrients for egg and sperm quality.  And this isn’t just for the sake of fertility– but for our health regarding our hormone balance and menstrual cycle health.  Since so many women are navigating fertility journeys right now, I invited registered nutritionist Lisa Dreher here to share her research on what our bodies really need to support fertility and conception.  Lisa Dreher is the nutritional director at WeNatal– a next-generation prenatal supplement company designed for men AND women. These supplements support brain development in babies, and they optimize the health of parents be

It’s no surprise that over 85% of women in the US will experience disruptive hot flashes and night sweats…  Our culture and even previous generations of women tell us that hot flashes are a “normal” part of the transition to menopause, but they could actually be an indication that something else is wrong. And there absolutely IS a better way. Catch today’s podcast to hear BREAKING RESEARCH that links blood sugar to hot flashes and what you can do to reduce (or eliminate) your symptoms–and learn:   What your hot flashes might really be telling you The link between flashes, blood sugar, and insulin resistance  Why we see a rise in hot flashes in women with metabolic dysfunction How the brain is involved in regulating hot flashes Tips to get relief from hot flashes FAST  Mentioned in this Episode:  FREE Guide [Download] – 6 Hacks to Blunt a Blood Sugar Spike  Gluco Support – Conquer cravings and stress-eating with my custom blend of science-backed herbs. Magnesium Restore – Give your cells the energy the

As women, most of us remember exactly the moment we got our first period. It may have been a moment of embarrassment, shame, or humiliation.  But it really shouldn’t be this way. Our bodies are amazing, and we need to appreciate all that they do for us. So many young girls first learn about menstruation with such a negative connotation. Rather, they should be encouraged to understand the incredible health component of their menstrual cycles.  That’s why I have Holly here today, to guide us as mothers and grandmothers of young girls starting their periods. So we can help them feel empowered and knowledgeable about their bodies.  Holly has developed a new app– TEENA, that’s designed for young girls to help track their cycles in a very positive way. All while educating them about how their cycles function from a health standpoint as a vital sign.  The app TEENA can be paired with the TEENA device, which is a basal body temperature-based device. This is the first time there's ever been a device designed for tween

Imagine it’s right before your period, and you get a killer craving. You’re ready to eat the whole fridge and consume a ton of snacks with not-so-healthy ingredients. Does this sound familiar? We’ve all been there. We can feel powerless when those insane sugar and salt cravings arrive. But I have some hacks for you to use, so you have a plan to combat the cravings… Due to a hormone drop during the luteal cycle phase, your body is more sensitive to stress… But I have some effective hacks to help! Tune in today to hear… One of my favorite healthy desserts right now What is happening in your body during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle Ways you can honor your body during this phase My favorite oil to inhale for an energy boost How to eat chocolate and avoid a blood sugar spike And more! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Magnesium Restore The Essential Oils Menopause Solution Hormone Recipe Guide ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Essentially You episode #: 281 How to End Emotional Eating Now with Tricia Nelson Essent

Something we all relate to is wanting to feel more energized. Between working, providing for our families, and all the other hats we wear, it’s so common to feel burnt out and totally drained from day to day.  Besides being a mama, I help women feel their best by optimizing their hormones and metabolism. And because of this, I’ve been able to avoid burnout (for the most part!) since I’ve learned tools that allow me to become my most energized self.  That’s due to incredible experts like the one here today– Kristen Holmes– who deliver so much knowledge and offer high-value tools you can start implementing immediately. Kristen is here to share with you habits that move the needle in harnessing more mitochondrial energy, giving you better recovery from long, busy days, and guiding you on a path towards many years of energy.  Not only is she an expert in our psychological and physiological health, but she also works as the vice president of performance science for WHOOP. WHOOP is a wearable health and fitness coa

Losing weight – especially stubborn belly fat – can often feel impossible.  I’ve had my own fair share of weight struggles in my late 30s, so I know exactly what it’s like to feel frustrated when NOTHING is working. But what if your dream of a flatter stomach and a more toned body is much easier to achieve than you thought?  Catch today’s podcast for 10 proven ways to shred fat AND flatten your tummy without having to hit the gym like a crazy person–and learn:   How blood sugar plays a role in belly fat The best foods you should eat more of and why The worst foods you need to avoid and why How to build your meals out and moderate your portions Specific cooking instructions and ingredient recommendations  And more! Mentioned in this Episode:  Hormone Relief Summit (May 20-21) – Register for FREE to discover how to skip hormone chaos, end hot flashes & energy crashes, & ditch weight that won’t budge. Gluco Support – Conquer cravings and stress-eating with my custom blend of science-backed herbs. Magnes

Life moves fast. You and I both know it. So we have to take advantage of every single day we’ve got. Something that I’ve committed to this year is to cultivate joy every day– in even the littlest moments.  But sometimes our past or current situations make us feel very little joy. At certain times we may even feel like we don’t deserve joy. You’re not alone in feeling this way. But it’s a mindset that we need to change. Joy is a fundamental human right that’s available to all of us at any time to claim. And that’s what doctor, mother, and activist Dr. Tanmeet Sethi is here to discuss today. If you’ve ever thought joy was elusive, Dr. Tanmeet will help you rewrite that story and offer ways to find more joy in your life. Because you simply DO deserve it! I’ve found that over the past few years, my desire to feel more joy has expanded. And I’m sure you may feel the same way. I’ve been seeking amazing experts to dive deeper into the power of joy and why joy is our birthright. Dr. Tanmeet shares in this podcast too

As we approach Mother’s Day this week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on where we’ve come from and really evaluate where we are and want to be!  Not just as moms (because not all of us are moms!), but as women… Do we have the kind of energy, health, and vitality we NEED to show up for the most important people in our lives? If not, then we’ve got some work to do!  Catch today’s podcast for EIGHT game-changing tips and self-care strategies that will help you step into your power and feel your absolute BEST heading into summer–and learn: How to rate (and improve) your current energy levels My top tips for eating, exercising, ans sleeping What you can do to improve your mental health  The BEST new tool to track and manage your blood sugar And more! Mentioned in this Episode:  Nutrisense Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) – Use my personal promo code MARIZA to get $30 off + 1 month of free dietitian support. Gluco Support – Conquer cravings and stress-eating with my custom blend of science-backed herbs. Se

We are a culmination of our thoughts and choices. Every choice we make has an impact on who we become in the future. So Kerry’s here today to share with us more about this one-thought-away tool. Plus, she teaches us many other techniques to overcome daily obstacles and emotional situations to fine-tune our mindset mastery.  The transformation we’ve been dreaming of may be right on the other side of just one thought. Kerry and I both are living this truth every single day, and I can’t wait for you to experience the benefits this simple mindset shift can bring you.  You always have the choice and the power within to choose a different thought– one that will move you closer to the life, relationship, career, and health that you love.  Join Kerry and me today to start mastering your mindset and creating the life that you know you deserve. Plus, we’ll give you all the details on how to get her brand new book One Thought Away. This book is jam-packed with tools you can implement to optimize your decisions and creat

Do you ever find yourself in the kitchen WAY after dinner – ravenously craving chocolate or some other sugary morsel like there’s no tomorrow?  Stress-eating is no joke.   And whether you’re late-night snacker, overeater, or constant grazer, it could be taking a toll on your metabolic and overall health.   Catch today’s podcast to find out why this keeps happening and how to strike a balance without sacrificing the pleasure of a good meal–and learn: What stress-eating is and how it shows up Warning signs that you’re stress-eating The most common causes to beware of  5 tips to get your stress-eating under control  BONUS: My personal go-to recommendation  Mentioned in this Episode: Detox for Summer Sale – Save up to 20% on ALL detox products! Nutrisense Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) – Use my personal promo code MARIZA to get $30 off + 1 month of free dietitian support. Gluco Support – Conquer cravings and stress-eating with my custom blend of science-backed herbs. Related Resources:  Episode #511: Ca

So today, I’ve invited the incredible wellness coach Taylor Elyse Morrison on the show to make self-care so accessible for each of us. She provides tons of guidance so we can show up for the world in an even bigger and better way.  We’ll dismiss myths about self-care, talk about the importance of mind, body, and heart, and teach you super quick and easy ways to prioritize yourself. Taylor’s figured out how to make self-care practical, and she can’t wait to share these tips with you.  Join Taylor and me today in this podcast to start tackling your own beliefs around self-care, and level up your self-care to put your needs first. Taylor has created a life she loves by committing to self-care, and she inspires so many people– especially women– to be better themselves through simple, practical self-care rituals.  It’s time to feel less stressed and less burnt out. It’s time to listen to your body and prioritize yourself. It’s time to take even 5 minutes out of your day to commit to yourself, so you can show up as

Do you ever feel–deep in your bones–that you need to do something BIG to change the course of your health?  Like you’re already doing so many things right, but you just can’t shake the stubborn belly fat, supersized thighs, mid-afternoon sugar cravings, zero energy days, pounding migraines, painful periods, or endless bloating?  I was right there with you! That’s why I created a special protocol that TOTALLY changed my life (and thousands of other women’s lives, too!).  Catch today’s show to hear from THREE ROCKSTAR WOMEN who transformed their health with my 14-day detox protocol–and learn:  Why my detox protocol is different and how it works Whether it’s right for YOU  Detox success stories straight from my clients Spring, Candace, and Jan!  Mentioned in This Episode 14-Day Detox Kit – Everything you need to clear out excess estrogen, reset your liver, and feel your absolute best in just 14 days.  Liver Support Blend – Proven herbs and nutrients to heal your liver and help it function at a high level e

For most of our lives as women, we hear the word hormones and think of the negative impacts they have on us. It’s been drilled into our heads since a young age that women have hormones to deal with; they make us moody; we have to get a period every month; there are negative connotations around hormones and aging through menopause. But what if we flipped this mindset around to recognize the amazing impact hormones can have on our lives once we learn how to truly optimize them?  Dr. Nicky explains how our hormones can be our superpower and they can unlock our greatest potential. We just need to learn how to work with them. Although we’ve studied the body for years, we’re still just scratching the surface of studying the details of the female body specifically.  It’s so important that women understand their own bodies. And to achieve optimal health and performance as a woman throughout our reproductive years into menopause, we need to be in tune with our biological rhythm. We deserve female-centric routines that

Stress. We all experience it. Taking on too much. Biting off more than you can chew. Putting other peoples’ needs before your own too often.  It’s an inevitable component of life. In fact, 98% of people report to their doctors that they have stress in their lives. But what we don’t realize is sometimes this stress is due to underlying physiological conditions.  Thyroid dysfunction– especially hypothyroidism– is almost always connected to an adrenal issue. And since the adrenal gland produces the stress hormone cortisol, this means low thyroid function goes hand in hand with experiencing chronic stress.  But– there are ways we can support our bodies and adrenal function to optimize our health even with a chronic condition like hypothyroidism. So if you’re ready to show up for loved ones and yourself, or work on projects you’re passionate about while feeling energized and minimally stressed– this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Integrative pharmacist and best-selling author Dr. Izabella Wentz joins me to

More than ONE THIRD of adults already have prediabetes–but 84% of them don’t even know it. Plus, almost everyone has at least one marker of metabolic dysfunction… …which is super alarming, because we know that high blood sugar is the real root cause of many of the related symptoms, diseases, and leading causes of death.    This is why I believe that Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) are such vital, life-changing tools that can teach us how to eat, heal, and live!  Catch today’s podcast for answers to 10 of the most common questions I get asked about CGMs–and learn:  Why even “healthy” foods can cause blood sugar spikes What CGMs are, how they work, and where you can get one Who should be wearing a CGM When to wear a CGM and for how long  Do you really need THIS much data and why? Key features of some of the most popular CGM apps  Mentioned in this Episode: Gluco Support – Powerhouse herbs and nutrients proven to balance blood sugar better than conventional medication.  Metabolic Restore – My best-k

Have you ever scrolled through your Facebook or Instagram and wondered why some of your friends or family members look WAY older than their actual age? … and why others only look half their age? We’ve been led to believe that aging is the result of genetics–but it’s actually mostly due to your diet and lifestyle choices.  So today, I’m going to share 10 of the worst everyday habits that could be killing you slowly–as well as give you some tips to slow down (and even reverse) the aging process.  Mentioned in this Episode:  Gluco Support – Powerhouse herbs and nutrients proven to balance blood sugar better than conventional medication. Magnesium Restore – Keep calm and support your muscles, bones, energy, and brain with premium, highly-bioavailable magnesium.  Zen Sleep – My go-to solution for getting the best, most restful zzz's every night.  Vitamin D Complete – Boost your mood, hormones, and circadian rhythm with the perfect amount of this essential sunshine vitamin. #488: The Benefits of Circadian-based In

EPISODE SUMMARY How often have you heard that your gut health is directly linked to the health of your entire body? We often associate gut issues with symptoms like bloating, gas, acid reflux, or constipation. But we rarely connect gut issues with other symptoms like fatigue, PMS, cramps, hot flashes, and other hormonal imbalances.  I’ve seen recently in this post-pandemic world that many of our guts are in far a worse state than before.  We’re more inflamed. Our immune system is more out of whack. And we're seeing more and more cases of autoimmunity in women.  The first place we have to look to make a change is our gut health. An inflamed gut not only causes digestive issues, but it can lead to headaches, pains, sluggishness, hormonal imbalance, and even changes in mental health like anxiety or depression.  Dr. Vincent Pedre– a functional gut health doctor– joins us today to discuss the connection between leaky gut and system-wide inflammatory disruption– especially related to our hormones, metabolism, blood

More often than not, we are getting blindsided by hidden carbs, nasty seed oils, and sneaky sugars embedded in some of the MAIN foods we have been told were “good for us” our entire lives.  Some of these foods could be regularly skyrocketing your blood sugar–leading to a vicious cycle of energy crashes, mid-afternoon slumps, intense cravings, or belly fat that will not go away… …and even chronic issues like metabolic dysfunction, diabetes, and heart disease. Catch today’s to find out what some of these sneaky foods are, as well as a few amazing alternatives–and learn:  The two types of belly fat you need to be aware of How belly fat can lead to system-wide inflammation and more Why certain “healthy” foods are actually very dangerous Which hormones are affected the most by these foods The top 5 worst foods on the list 4 ways to overcome the food industry’s shortcomings  Mentioned in this Episode: Gluco Support – Powerhouse herbs and nutrients proven to balance blood sugar better than conventional medi