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

What we're talking about it this episode! Symptoms and key indicators of a sluggish liver What you can do to support your liver on a day to day basis Why working on weight loss without doing a hormone detox is a recipe for failure The process of the liver in our female hormone balance The two phases of liver detoxification and the best ways to a healthy liver   Episode Summary: While some of us may know that loving your liver is the key to finding hormone balance, most of us don't know how to get there. That's why I am sharing all of my tips and essential oil recipes to support your liver and ensure your hormones are running like a fine-tuned machine. It is not your fault if your hormones are out of balance. Hormones like cortisol and estrogen can play a huge role in that hard to lose weight or chronic fatigue, as well as the health of your liver. Your liver provides your body with over 500 functions, so it is important to show some love to your liver on a daily basis in order to keep it functioning pro

What we're talking about it this episode! How to be the best female role model by leading by example How your younger self-experiences can influence how you feel as an adult Understanding our bodies to diminish the fear around pregnancy Ways to take care of your body and inspire the upcoming generation Why it is important to have these conversations with the women in your life   Episode Summary: Dr. Nat Kriongoudis is here to open up the dialogue to a conversation that has been missing for a long time. A topic by women for women and about women, today's episode is all about empowering your fellow females for a better future for all. A Doctor of Chinese Medicine, podcast host and best selling author, Dr. Nat is a role model for inspiring and lasting wellness. It is our responsibility as women to educate younger girls about their reproductive health so they can better understand their health and changing bodies. By helping girls and women feel empowered instead of trapped in their bodies, Dr. Nat is break

What we're talking about it this episode! Deciding that radical self-care is the basis of the quality of your life Why the words we use and the stories we tell ourselves matter Paying attention to the voice in your head and cultivating your daydreams How being selfish is the most elevated self-care practice The little daily practices that can help you create a happy life experience   Episode Summary: For so many of us, our worth has for too long been defined by what we achieve or bring to the table for others. Sheri Salata knows this first hand, as she dedicated over 20 years of her life to a thriving career as the Executive Producer of the Oprah Winfrey Show, co-president of Harpo and OWN, plus much more. Now she is creating her own message through The Pillar Life to share the life lessons that have taught her how to embody a life worth living. A very exciting guest, Sheri is here to have an epic conversation about life’s lessons and how you can create your dream at any age. Whether you are 20 or 40, S

What we're talking about it this episode! Prioritizing your work-life balance and the many facets of self-care How to bring mindfulness and yoga into your everyday life Figuring out a way to take care of yourself while putting your kids or others first Core things that you can begin to implement into the life you should be living The research that your doctors might not know that could save your health   Episode Summary: It is sad to say, but our current healthcare system tends to focus on big pharma, keeping our patients sick and feeding everyone the same information. Dr. Pedram Shojai saw this lack of knowledge in the filed and said enough is enough. Since then, he has written multiple books, produced many films and works as an advocate for anybody who needs a change in the operating system and wants to think more clearly about how they view health on a day to day basis. Well versed on topics ranging from kung-fu, Buddhism and the importance of our gut health, Dr. Shojai is a wealth of knowledge and a

What we're talking about it this episode! How to lose that weight that won't go away no matter what you do Regaining your energy and getting your groove back Specific hormones that play a role in your metabolism, energy, and stress The best essential oils and home blends to support every aspect of your health Proven workouts to help you blast the fat and focus on the right areas   Episode Summary: So many women deal with constant exhaustion, unexplained or stubborn weight, brain fog, crazy cravings, and unrelenting stress, and don’t know why. For many, your hormone imbalance could be to blame! That is why I am dedicating today's episode to tackling the two most common issues I hear from women, which is how to tackle stubborn weight and constant exhaustion. If you don’t feel at home in your own body and can’t recognize the stranger in the mirror, it is time to make a shift. You can reset your hormones with a few natural and effective tools like food, exercise, supplements, and essential oils, and get you

What we're talking about it this episode! Different ways to support your libido and turn it back on Simple things to do before lovemaking to change the game on your desire for your partner The soulmate embrace, sexual soulmate pacts, and the expanded orgasm practice Learn how relaxation techniques can be used to get yourself aroused How to make sure that your hormones are functioning properly to increase your libido   Episode Summary: Are you ready to spice things up but are having trouble feeling connected to your partner or getting yourself to want to have sex? A common problem for so many women, Susan Bratton struggled with her own intimacy issues before saying enough is enough and dedicating herself to revive the passion. The ‘Dear Abby of Sex’ and trusted sex advisor to millions, Susan acts as a champion for thriving relationships and rediscovering the power of great sex. Advanced orgasm techniques, bedroom communication skills, and sexual health and longevity are Susan’s pillars of sexual vitality

What we're talking about it this episode! How to reset and support your thyroid and gut health Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism and how to check for them The first steps to getting the thyroid back on track Differences between specific thyroid healing diets and foods Knowing your trigger and what you can do about them   Episode Summary: If you are looking for some clarity around supporting your thyroid health, and need help laying out a plan to heal yourself from the inside out, then you have come to the right place. Dr. Becky Campbell is an expert in supporting women just like you in their journey to rediscover thyroid health. Millions of women are misdiagnosed with thyroid dysfunction and misregulation, and these misdiagnoses are leading to many living with a treatable sickness. Dr. Campbell is providing us with easy to understand concepts that you can take away to your doctor or do at home yourself to get major changes in your thyroid health. Learn about indicators you should be looking out for, triggers

What we're talking about it this episode! Recognizing the connection between healing and self-love Why our physiology and our consciousness are inseparable How disassociating from nature could be causing disease Listening to your body and tuning into your intuition What you can do to connect the dots between your food and intuition   Episode Summary: Like many of us who have become passionate about our health and wellness, Razi Berry has overcome some great illness in her life, and because of that journey has been inspired to create a powerful movement to help women get to the root cause of their health concerns. Specifically, Razi uses her unique perspective to focus in on relationships and how they are impacting the ways in which your hormones and cells communicate. With an impressive resume to back her up, Razi’s passion lies around getting to the root cause of everything and anything when it comes to your health and wellness. By focusing on your relationship to yourself, other people and the world a

What we're talking about it this episode! The estrogen rollercoaster, progesterone crash and when to expect it Lifestyle habits that can disrupt your hormones Why hormonal birth control is not a good option later in life The important role progesterone plays in the way your body functions Lara’s secret superpowers that you are going to want to leverage   Episode Summary: If you are feeling confused around what is happening to you hormones now that you've entered your 40’s, you are not alone. This can be a confusing time for many women who are dealing with perimenopause, but Lara Briden is here to calm some of your worries. Lara is a fellow hormone warrior and bestselling author of The Period Repair Manual. She is passionate about women's health, alternatives to hormonal birth control, and helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with grace. Perimenopause can be a decade-long stage of your life that can really shake things up in your body. Luckily, this stage does not last forever, and Lara has

What we're talking about it this episode! A breakdown of how to navigate the four different phases of menstruation Figuring out what normal looks like for you Go-to essential oils to get the most out of each phase of menstruation How to plan your calendar around your menstrual cycle Getting your hormones back on track with targeted essential oil blends   Episode Summary: Did you know that each of the four phases of your menstrual cycle has different hormones at play, and there are specific ways that you can best physically and emotionally support your body in each phase? Lots of women shrug this information off, but it can truly have a huge impact on your ability to live your fullest life. It is time to flip the script and take back your power when it comes to your menstrual cycle. We are tapping into your physical and emotional potential with this simple guide to your menstrual cycle. Learn what is happening to your body during each of the four stages of menstruation, situations you should avoid and wi

What we're talking about it this episode! Making cancer treatment decisions that are based in hope and facts, not fear Cancer as a wake-up call to radically change your life What you can do to make your body inhospitable to cancer Overcoming the challenges that come with radically changing your life The value of finding a doctor who supports you in your healing Practical steps you can take to reduce the stress in your life   Episode Summary: A cancer diagnosis is full of uncertainty and changes your life forever. When it comes to making decisions about your treatment, it's important to have all the information and make your decisions from a position of knowledge, not fear. Chris Wark survived cancer by radically changing his lifestyle and shares his incredible story with us. Chris’ diagnosis of colon cancer at age 26 sent him on a journey of examining his life and habits. He immediately switched to an organic raw food diet, eliminated toxicity, and changed his relationship towards stress. His recent hi

What we're talking about it this episode! Recognizing the defining moments in your self-care journey How to begin to change your beliefs about self-care Key foundations for self-care that don’t cost a thing Practical ways to take care of your mind, body, and heart Setting stronger boundaries and knowing when to ask for help   Episode Summary: Learning how to master the balance of self-care is something that so many of us crave, and today I am joined by a woman who has done just that, Brianne Hovey. Brianne believes that our belief system, and receiving merit based on what you do for others, has skewed our minds and bodies into self-care sabotage. She is on a mission to help you change your beliefs and therefore change your goals and your impact on the world around you. By rewriting your belief system you can begin to take care of yourself and therefore take care of the world. Today we are dismissing myths about self-care, stressing the importance of how you talk to yourself, and how to listen to what yo

What we're talking about it this episode! Misty’s endometriosis diagnosis journey and why you should trust your body How to understand your lab work Discovering your root cause and how it can be connected to your symptoms The importance of educating yourself and having the right practitioner Information about an incredible free seminar to get your hormones on track   Episode Summary: Do you have trouble advocating for your own health? Many women don’t have the time, energy or resources to stand up for their own health. Misty Williams, however, is on a mission to spread the knowledge she has gained through her own intense health journey to empower women to reclaim their health. The host of a fabulous new free online event, The Fix for Female Hormones, Misty is inviting you to grab a seat to this upcoming event and learn how to be your own health advocate. Misty has an incredible story and preaches the ultimate importance of not being afraid to go to bat for your health. She found strength in the undergro

What we're talking about it this episode! The root cause of having a low libido How to mitigate and support your hormones with lifestyle changes The best essential oils to reduce stress while simultaneously boosting your libido Mariza’s favourite yoga poses for intimacy Tips and tricks around getting your hormones back on track   Episode Summary: If your idea of a hot Friday night is falling asleep in front of the TV, then we need to talk about your sex life. Today’s episode is all about using essential oils and easy lifestyle changes to rev up your sex drive and help you feel like your sexy self again. I’m so excited to share my top 5 tips to help fire up your desire and fix your hormone imbalance. There are many things that may be impacting your sex drive. By following a couple simple recipes and rituals to address stress and fatigue, you can fight libido crushers and stop missing out on one of life's greatest pleasures. Learn why clary sage is a girl's best friend, why you should be eating more choco

What we're talking about it this episode! The importance of diet, nutrition and your gut health How you can create immediate health results by fixing your gut Why artificial sweeteners could be a serious risk on your whole body health Ways that your gut health can impact your anxiety The connection between gut health and how your hormones function Nurturing the habit of focusing on starting with gratitude   Episode Summary: You are in for a treat today, as I am joined by Dr. Vincent Pedre, my #1 go to gut health doctor in the world! Dr. Pedre created his Healthy Gut care program to help people create immediate health results by fixing their gut health. After suffering from digestive troubles as a child, Dr. Pedre broke free of standard medical treatment to help people understand the evolution of gut disease in our society, which really needs attention. Happy Gut was born out of a huge need for people to understand their gut symptoms and how to heal them without harsh medications. Your gut health is the

What we're talking about it this episode! Learn about the 4 phases of your menstrual cycle Tips to get your cycle working for you An emotional perspective to how your cycle correlates with the seasons The best time of the month for productivity, compassion, communication and creativity How to successfully schedule your life around your cycle   Episode Summary: Understanding how your hormones work is the key to unlocking the best potential in your personal and professional life. Nobody knows that better than my friend Nicole Jardim, better known as The Period Girl. Nicole is a certified women's health coach and the creator of Fix Your Period, a series of online programs that empower women to regain their hormone health by effectively addressing issues such as PMS, PCOS, infertility and more. If you ever feel like one week you are killing it and the next you can't keep it together emotionally, your period could be to blame. You deserve to get more out of having your period, and Nicole is going to share wi

What we're talking about it this episode! Key indicators to recognizing your metabolism isn't functioning properly How to support your liver functions on a day to day basis The importance of fiber diversity and butyrate: the breakout resistant starch How to stabilize your blood sugar levels Foods that Dr. C recommends to his patients   Episode Summary: Most of us are aware that our experience in life is conditional on how we feel and how well our bodies function and that food play a big role in that. However, it’s more than just good food vs bad food. Dr. Alan Christianson joins us to explain how your body is burning the fuel you give it so that you can become your most optimal functioning self through the food you eat. Dr. Christianson, or ‘Dr. C’ for short, has cracked the code on how to fix your metabolism and is here today to help share his knowledge on how to heal from the inside out. He is a New York Times best-selling author and naturopathic physician, inspired to get into medicine after his own

What we're talking about it this episode! Straightening out the misconceptions about essential oils Making essential oils part of your medicine and cleaning cabinet How to figure out if your lifestyle is contributing to your hormone imbalance, PMS or menopause Stress and how to manage it better for your body My Top 5 oils to help your body support your hormones   Episode Summary: Completely burned out and in need of a reset? I got my body back on track through powerful plant-based nutrition, supplementation and self-care, and you can too! In this episode, I am telling you all about the power and effectiveness of essential oils and the amazing impact they can have on balancing your hormones. If you are looking for some hormone support, especially if you are in your early 20’s to mid 30’s, essential oils can radically change how well your body functions. These beautiful, powerful plant-based remedies can support your body, endocrine system and daily self-care habits, and help bring your hormones back into

What we're talking about it this episode! The most common concerns and conditions that can be supported by functional medicine Bringing the keto and plant-based worlds together Specific benefits and concerns for women and the ketogenic diet What Dr. Cole’s Ketotarian diet does that the ketogenic diet doesn't Finding your own personal ketotarian formula for weight loss resistance   Episode Summary: You have probably been hearing lots about the ketogenic diet, a revolutionary way of thinking about how we fuel our bodies that has been in the middle of some controversy lately, especially when it comes to women's hormone health. Dr. Will Cole is here to set the record straight about this traditional diet and explain his new approach to keto, designed to support women while decreasing systemic inflammation. Dr. Cole gives us a breakdown of what exactly the ketogenic diet is, the benefits of plant-based eating and how functional medicine is changing how we treat patients today. Learn how a ketogenic diet can i

What we're talking about it this episode! The difference between chronic pain and acute pain What it means to work in the biopsychosocial perspective The connection between your brain, pain and stress How nutrition and your internal thoughts can affect your pain Daily lifestyle changes you can make to lower the inflammation in your body   Episode Summary: Did you know that approximately 1 in 3 people in the United States suffers from some form of chronic pain? Chronic pain impacts more people in this country than heart disease, cancer, and diabetes combined. Dr. Joe Tatta shares today some simple strategies for how we can take control and live pain-free. Dr. Joe Tatta has helped millions of people improve or overcome their struggle with chronic pain. After watching his mother overcome her own health struggles, and overcoming his own autoimmune disease, Dr. Tatta has dedicated his life to helping millions of people with his bestselling book Heal Your Pain Now and his health practice. Dr. Tatta accomplish