

Energized with Dr. Mariza
Dr. Mariza Snyder
Energized host and bestselling author Dr. Mariza Snyder puts the power back in your hands so that you can age powerfully and live life to the fullest. Get ready to navigate your hormone and metabolic journey with wisdom and grace throughout your forties and beyond. Each episode will leave you feeling empowered with the knowledge of how your body actually works by providing root-cause explanations for the symptoms you’re facing (with a side of real talk) along with proven, research-driven solutions to reset your metabolism, fatigue, and hormones. In each information-packed episode, you will discover solutions designed to reclaim your energy and aliveness so that you can feel ENERGIZED in your body and become the CEO of your health. Visit www.drmariza.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus game-changing programs, products, and incredible support designed to optimize your metabolism, energy, and brain function as you powerfully navigate the second half of your life. This podcast was formerly named "Essentially You with Dr. Mariza".
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Aug 5, 2025 • 37min
668: Your Brain on Perimenopause: The Hidden Neurological Transition No One Warns You About
If you’ve been struggling with brain fog, anxiety, irritability, or just not feeling like yourself in midlife, this episode is here for you to connect the dots.
I’m shining a light on a hidden transition that impacts so many midlife women—but almost no one mentions it: the neurological shift of perimenopause.
I share my own experience of feeling completely destabilized by brain-related symptoms I never expected—and how I finally discovered they were actually part of a profound brain-hormone transition happening under the surface.
Then we cover the real science behind what’s happening in your head, and why your symptoms are valid AND can be managed with the right tools in place.
Tune in to this episode to get my top non-negotiables for a healthier brain, and tackle midlife sharper, stronger, and more fully YOU than ever!
IN THIS EPISODE
Why are brain-related symptoms so common during menopause?
The impact that hormonal changes have on all body systems
Two incredible perimenopause and menopause resources for you
What goes on at a cellular level in the brain during menopause
Top science-backed strategies for improving brain function
How to join my FREE perimenopause and menopause summit!
QUOTES“When I recently surveyed several thousand women in perimenopause about their most disruptive symptoms, something fascinating emerged. Yes, weight gain was on that list– it always is. But what stood out the most was the brain-related symptoms, the mood issues, the low or zero stress tolerance, and that terrifying feeling that your mental energy just vanished.”
“If you want to get back to feeling stronger, more confident, more like yourself, again, it really begins with understanding what is happening with your body and embracing it.”
“For decades, perimenopause holds the highest risk for psychological disorders in women compared to pre- and post-menopausal women. In fact, one study found that 70% of women said irritability is [their] most common symptom.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Preorder my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE
Join my FREE Thriving in Perimenopause and Menopause Summit HERE (Plus get my Hormone Loving Recipe Guide FREE!)
Use code ENERGIZED and get 20% OFF on your first order of BEAM Minerals
RELATED EPISODES
Check out these episodes with a few amazing experts who are part of my Perimenopause and Menopause Summit:
584: The Health Costs of Our Modern Life & How to Start Feeling Better with Dr. Casey Means
#552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength and Longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
#506: Optimizing Testosterone, Growth Hormone and Other Metabolic Hormones in Our 40s and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima
#574: The Connection between Trauma, the Immune System, and Autoimmune Disease: Lab Testing and Solutions with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

Aug 1, 2025 • 56min
667: The Hidden Foods and Habits Fueling Brain Inflammation And How to Reverse It Naturally with Dr. Austin Perlmutter
Feeling like you’re stuck in perpetual brain fog?
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Austin Perlmutter, internal medicine physician and NYT bestselling author, for a conversation that just might change how you think about your brain (literally).
We dive into the hidden cause behind brain fog and emotional burnout in perimenopause—brain inflammation—and how it affects everything from your memory to your mood.
Dr. Perlmutter unpacks the surprising foods, habits, and environmental triggers that are lighting up your brain in all the wrong ways—and shares science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your clarity.
If you’ve been blaming yourself for feeling “off,” this episode is your guide to start supporting your brain with what it really needs.
It isn’t just about reversing brain fog—it’s about reigniting your brilliance and finally feeling like you again. Tune in here!
Dr. Austin Perlmutter
Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, researcher, podcaster, and health entrepreneur. He’s been featured on PBS, Rolling Stone, Newsweek, NPR, Fox, and other top media outlets. He’s the Managing Director of Big Bold Health and is the CEO of Lichen Air. His main mission is to help people across the world to get their brains “unstuck”.
IN THIS EPISODE
Shifts in midlife that cause brain-related symptoms
Main drivers of brain inflammation and what it can mean for you
The intersection between your immune system and metabolism
How inflammation is related to dementia and depression
Diet and nutrition tips for a healthier brain and body
Movement and resistance training to decrease brain inflammation
Top tips to minimize inflammation and protect your brain
QUOTES“That may be one of the reasons why postmenopausal women are at higher risk of depression and dementia because estrogen has a neurotrophic role, meaning it helps to regulate neuroplasticity and inflammation in the brain and energy metabolism.”
“The core point here is that the brain seems to have more trouble using fuel as we get older. And this correlates with dementia in particular.”
“I think what has been a deep truth of mine for quite some time is that brain inflammation or inflammation in general can have an impact on cognitive function… and this is an everybody problem. Most importantly, how do we future-proof our brain?”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Dr. Austin’s Free E-Guide on preventing dementia
Licehn Air: Dr. Austin’s Air health brand that targets brain-damaging air pollutants
Big Bold Health: Get Tartary Buckwheat for longevity and immunity, plus other top supplements HERE
Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Website
Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Instagram
Preorder my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE and get instant access to over $500 worth of bonuses!
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#659: Brain Fog, Joint Pain, and Aging Skin? The Truth About Zombie Cells and How to Reverse Them with Dr. Greg Kelly
#653: Mitochondria, Menopause & Metabolism: The Cellular Secret to More Energy After 40 with Dr. Felice Gersh
#635: The Connection Between Your Gut, Inflammation, Mood, and How to Start Healing Your Microbiome with Tina Anderson

Jul 29, 2025 • 56min
666: The Invisible Threat: How Air and Water Quality Affects Your Hormones, Metabolism, and Health with Mike Feldstein
If you struggle with allergies, brain fog, fatigue, or other symptoms you just can’t get to the root of, have you ever considered that they might be caused by the AIR in your home?
In this podcast, I’m welcoming Mike Feldstein, Founder of Jaspr, to unpack a topic that touches every breath you take: the quality of your indoor air.
We dive into why high-quality indoor air is a game-changer for your energy, sleep, focus, and long-term health—and why it’s often the missing piece in your wellness puzzle.
Mike shares practical, FREE ways you can start improving your indoor air quality today, from simple habits to overlooked sources of indoor pollution you can easily address.
We also dive into why the Jaspr Air Scrubber stands out; how it works, and the powerful benefits it can bring to your home and family’s health.
Tune in and get ready to breathe cleaner, feel better, and take control of your home environment with confidence!
Mike Feldstein
Mike Feldstein is an air quality expert and the founder of Jaspr, providing at-home air scrubbers to make your home a safer place. With a background in wildfire restoration, air quality consulting, and home remediation during some of the biggest natural disasters, Mike started Jaspr to innovate in air science and technology. His goal is to protect air quality and improve human health using the latest air quality science.
IN THIS EPISODE
How the air quality in your home impacts your health
FREE simple ways to transform your indoor environment in the next 24 hours to make a difference for your health
Helpful air quality enhancements for each room in your home
Ways to test and measure your indoor air quality
Jaspr Air scrubbers and the benefit that quality, purified indoor air gives you and your family
About The Kindling Academy: the healthiest school in America
How to get $400 off a Jaspr air scrubber for your home!
QUOTES“I've now seen people have revolutionary health outcomes– no longer snoring, no more allergies, no more asthma attacks, thyroid improving… because if you're sleeping in a sick place, it's very hard to be healthy.”
“This is important because cooking is one of the biggest sources of indoor air pollutants in your home. And it doesn't matter if you're using your cast iron pan or your stainless steel with organic oils and grass-fed steak.”
“What Jasper is uniquely designed to do is to be an air scrubber that also looks beautiful and is quiet. Jasper is larger as an air scrubber than most air purifiers, but it moves five times the air of an average little air purifier… it means that it can be really effective even while being silent.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Get a Jaspr Air Purifier for your home HERE and use
Discount Code: DRMARIZA for $400 OFF!
Jaspr Instagram
Check out the Kindling Academy: The Healthiest School in America
Kindling Academy Instagram
Use code ENERGIZED and Get 10% OFF on your first Troscriptions order
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Special Episode: Is Toxic Mold Behind Your Hormonal Issues? with Bridgit Danner
659: Brain Fog, Joint Pain, and Aging Skin? The Truth About Zombie Cells and How to Reverse Them with Dr. Greg Kelly
640: Unveiling The Essential Role of Minerals For Cellular Energy And Detoxification with Caroline Alan
#92: It Might Be Mold: How Mold Toxicity May Be the Cause of What Ails You with Dr. Ann Shippy

Jul 25, 2025 • 54min
665: Awaken Your Body, Reclaim Your Power: The Transformative Magic of Sexual Energy After 40 with Dr. Laura Berman
Struggling to find your way back to intimacy in midlife?
I hear this from women All. The. Time.
If you’ve felt the spark dim in your relationship and crave more intimacy, connection, and purpose—not just in your sex life, but in your entire being—this week’s episode is for you.
I’m thrilled to have Dr. Laura Berman, world-renowned sex and relationship therapist and author of Sex Magic, on the episode for a conversation that will awaken your deepest desires and reconnect you to your sacred power.
We dive into how your sexual energy can become a force for healing AND pleasure, using energy work, ancient wisdom, and practical tools to bring you back to yourself.
Dr. Berman shares how transforming intimacy isn’t about performance but about presence, intention, and reclaiming your joy.
Tune in here to discover how to reawaken your energy, romantic relationships, and the way you move through the world—because you deserve a life that feels fully alive.
Dr. Laura Berman
Dr. Laura Berman is a world-renowned sex and relationship therapist. She earned her PhD from NYU and is now a best-selling author and host of her own nationally syndicated radio show. Dr. Berman has spent decades helping women reconnect with their deepest desires and reclaim their sacred power. Her newest book, Sex Magic: Take Your Body, Mind, and Relationship to the Next Level with Spectacular Intimacy, is more than a guide to better sex—it’s a roadmap back to your whole self.
IN THIS EPISODE
How midlife hormonal changes impact your libido
Uncovering masculine and feminine energies in your relationship
Reigniting sexual energy in your romantic relationships
What quantum love is, and how to harness our body’s energy
Bringing more intimacy to your life in menopause and beyond
About Dr. Laura’s book: Sex Magic and exclusives when you order!
QUOTES“Orgasms and sexual arousal are so good for you cardiovascularly, for depression, anxiety, headaches, and so many aspects of health.”
“What quantum love teaches you to do is to harness and move your body into the energetic frequency. How you want to feel in your love relationship, how it would feel to have your partners show up the way you want them to, and then they automatically match you there.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Order Dr. Laura’s book: Sex Magic HERE and get exclusive instant access to the Sex Magic Live event and other bonuses!
Dr. Laura Berman’s Website
Dr. Laura on Instagram
Dr. Laura’s YouTube
Use code ENERGIZED and Get 10% OFF on your first Troscriptions order
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641: The Truth About Testosterone For Women, Sexual Health, Libido And Advocating For Yourself with Dr. Kelly Casperson#569: How to Build a Strong Emotional Connection with Your Partner and How to Transform Your Love Life with Vanessa and Xander Marin#506: Optimizing Testosterone, Growth Hormone and Other Metabolic Hormones in Our 40s and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Jul 22, 2025 • 36min
664: The Hidden Reason You’re Exhausted: How to Fix Cortisol and Boost Stress Resilience in Perimenopause
Ever feel so depleted that even a full night of sleep doesn’t touch the exhaustion you’re carrying? I’ve been there, too.
In this episode, I’m sharing the raw moment I found myself feeling this exact way– completely overwhelmed and totally disconnected.
If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause and feel like your stress is out of control, this conversation is for you. We’re unpacking why the bone-deep exhaustion, brain fog, and lack of capacity you feel aren’t just about aging—they’re signals that your cortisol levels and stress response system are maxed out, leaving you in survival mode.
I’ll break down what I’ve learned about reversing your stress response naturally, even in the busiest seasons of life. We’ll explore simple, science-backed steps to help you step out of over-efficiency mode and reclaim your calm, clarity, and joy.
Ready to feel like YOU again, even in the chaos of midlife transitions? Don’t miss this episode!
IN THIS EPISODE
Why so many of us live in survival mode during midlife
Hormone fluctuation and its impact on cortisol regulation
Understanding the physiology of your stress response system
The link between cortisol and weight gain
My favorite cortisol resetting rituals
Habits to implement to reverse the stress response system
QUOTES
“90% of the time, we're solving all the problems, we’re holding it all together. We’re over-efforting, overproducing. We're productive machines… and that primary hormone that we hear a lot about is gonna be cortisol.”
“Cortisol is just a hormone that’s responding to the environment and to how I'm living my life. So we have to look at how we live our life and how we shift the way we live our life so we're not having this crazy response.”
“How you live your life is how you live your day, and how you live your day is how you start your day.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Dr. Mariza Instagram: DM me / tag your self-care moment @drmariza
Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution and claim your free bonuses HERE!
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#566: This Is What I Did to Finally Stop Operating in Stress, Overwhelm and Burnout with Dr. Mariza
#518: How to Let Go of Stress Symptoms and Go from Surviving to Thriving with Dr. Izabella Wentz
#533: What I Wish I’d Known About Stress, Weight Resistance and Feeling Like Crap
#359: 5 Tools to Lower Cortisol Levels

Jul 18, 2025 • 60min
663: From Wired and Tired to Calm and Energized: The GABA-Mitochondria Connection + How to Fix It at the Cellular Level with Dr. Scott Sherr
Dr. Scott Sherr, a visionary physician and expert in mitochondrial and nervous system healing, joins to unveil why many women feel both wired and tired. He dives into the crucial role of GABA, a calming neurotransmitter often depleted in midlife, leading to anxiety and insomnia. Delving into mitochondrial dysfunction, he offers practical, science-backed strategies to restore energy and joy naturally. The conversation emphasizes optimizing health through lifestyle changes, improving mental well-being, and reclaiming vitality at any age.

Jul 15, 2025 • 52min
662: The Radical Practice of Feeling Good: A New Path to Power, Manifestation and Reclaiming Yourself with Emily Fletcher
Midlife isn’t a time for fading out. It’s a time for reawakening.
That’s why in this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Emily Fletcher– founder of Ziva Meditation and the visionary behind Ziva Magic– as she shares how we can move beyond simply managing stress to actually alchemizing it into healing, pleasure, and personal power.
We’re diving into her deeply practical approach to reconnecting with your desires and feminine energy that will truly transform you.
Emily explains how emotional alchemy and sacred pleasure can reignite your joy, helping you step out of survival mode and back into a life that feels alive.
If you’ve recently felt numb, disconnected, or stuck in midlife, this conversation is your permission slip to say yes to your desires and reclaim the magic that has been within you all along!
Emily Fletcher
Emily Fletcher is an international speaker, author, and founder of Ziva Technique– a fusion of mindfulness, meditation, and manifestation that has helped over 50,000 people remove stress at the root and unlock their full potential. She has taught at Harvard Business School, Google, and The Omega Institute. Her best-selling book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, debuted at #7 on ALL of Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages. Emily has been featured in The New York Times, Good Morning America, and Vogue.
IN THIS EPISODE
Navigating emotions and feelings during perimenopause
What is alchemizing, and how can it impact your life?
How Emily’s company Ziva can help you get clear on your dreams
What stress and fear can physically do to your body and brain
Ideas for adding more simple pleasures to your life
How to use your feelings to manifest the life you want
About Emily’s Free Webinar and Masterclass to uplevel your life
QUOTES“It's when we get to amplify the feel-good chemistry in the body that we become an energetic match for whatever it is that we desire.”
“You get to decide if you want to clear the stress, alchemize the emotions, and let go of the beliefs that are hindering you from living your truest potential. And then you get to be open to that superpower, that energy of manifesting what you really want in the second half of your life.”
“Your suffering is not helping anyone. But your bliss, your pleasure, has the potential to change the world.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Sign up to join the FREE live training with Emily Fletcher on July 22
Access your FREE Ziva Masterclass on Stress Free Living HERE
Ziva Website
Ziva on Instagram
Get Emily’s Book Stress Less, Accomplish More HERE
Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE
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Jul 11, 2025 • 24min
661: When ‘Normal’ Isn’t Normal: How to Be Heard (and Taken Seriously) at the Doctor’s Office
Have you recently left your doctor’s office feeling more confused than when you walked in?
Or finally worked up the courage to share the brain fog, crushing fatigue, or unexplainable mood swings—only to get brushed off with: “It’s just part of getting older”?
I see you—because I was you—and I know how frustrating and lonely it can feel to navigate midlife changes when so few doctors truly understand what’s happening in your body.
In this empowering episode, we dive into how to be heard at the doctor’s office during perimenopause and menopause, what to track before your appointment, the right questions to ask, and the signs it might be time to find a new provider.
You deserve answers. You deserve care that sees the whole you. And you deserve to walk out of your appointments with clarity and a plan to feel your best.
Tune in to this episode to reclaim your voice and your power in this beautiful season of life!
IN THIS EPISODE
Navigating the knowledge gap in women’s health care
Tips for confidently advocating for yourself to your doctor
Addressing common symptoms in midlife and menopause
Questions to ask your doctor and labs you should test for
Finding a functional medicine doctor who will hear you out
My FREE perimenopause survival guide and more about my upcoming book: The Perimenopause Revolution
QUOTES“Even today, the average woman waits 7 to 10 years for a proper diagnosis of conditions like Hashimoto's and other autoimmune issues.”
“If you feel dismissed, it's okay to find another provider. I know this can feel daunting, but your health and your quality of life is on the line. You deserve a provider who listens.”
“There are so many doctors and providers out there like me who care deeply, who understand what it's like to be going through this transition, what it's like to be a woman navigating the world, particularly the healthcare system, and what it's like to struggle with symptoms, and you just desperately want answers to feel better again.”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Grab the FREE Thriving in Perimenopause Guide HERE!
Preorder my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE and get instant access to over $500 worth of bonuses!
Try Qualia Senolytic and use code DRMARIZA to get 15% off
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#650: Unlock Your Health: The Ultimate Biomarker & Lab Blueprint to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond
#541: Why Functional Labs Are a Game Changer for Your Health with Dr. Kela Smith
579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum

Jul 8, 2025 • 46min
660: Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging—and How to Break the Emotional Eating Pattern for Good with Amber Romaniuk
Ever find yourself standing in the pantry late at night, mindlessly eating your favorite salty snack straight from the bag? Been there! 👋
But we all know that’s not the best thing we could be doing for our metabolic health. Today, I’m joined by Amber Romaniuk, an Emotional Eating, Digestive, and Hormone Expert, for a raw and empowering conversation on why so many women—especially in midlife—feel stuck in cycles of emotional eating just as hormones, energy, and motivation start to shift.
We explore why this struggle isn’t about willpower, but a deeper call for healing, and how your body’s cravings are often tied to hidden hormone chaos during perimenopause and menopause.
Amber shares her own powerful journey of breaking free from binge eating while healing her gut and hormones, and offers practical tools to help you build trust with your body again.
If you’re ready to step out of guilt and into compassion and freedom with food and your body, tune in to this episode!
Amber Romaniuk
Amber Romaniuk is an emotional eating, digestive, and hormone expert with 12 years of experience helping women build body confidence, intuition, and optimal health. She’s the host of The No Sugarcoating Podcast, with 2+ million downloads across 500 episodes in 88 countries. Amber supports others by drawing from her own journey of overcoming emotional eating, losing and gaining over 1,000 pounds, and investing five years in healing her hormones and digestion. Her Body Freedom™ method guides women to achieve transformative healing, confidence, and vibrant health for fulfilling lives.
IN THIS EPISODE
The impact of emotional eating on hormonal health
Breaking old patterns instilled in us about eating and body image
Why consistency is better than an all-or-nothing mindset
Blood sugar balancing for optimal metabolism
Non-negotiable habits and recognizing negative eating triggers
Emotional eating, late-night snacking, and other food addictions
Beneficial ways of “rewarding” ourselves that feel GOOD
Mindful eating and other healthy eating habits at meal time
QUOTES
“Working on blood sugar balance– they start to have a more stable mood, more stable energy. Their cravings start to drop. They have less urge to emotionally eat or binge.”
“There's gonna be many levels of dealing with that trigger, including probably hormone support and reprioritizing yourself on your schedule, which is going to take time setting boundaries.”
“Be patient, ladies. It's not about willpower, it's not about trying harder. It’s about knowing this kind of vulnerable time and going, ‘Okay, maybe I wanna build this time a little differently. If I know I'm vulnerable, what would be a habit or a self-care practice just to help me through this time?’”
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Schedule a 30-minute complimentary Body Freedom Session HERE
Amber’s Website
Amber’s Podcast: The No Sugar Coating Podcast
Amber’s YouTube Channel
Amber on Instagram
Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE!
Get 20% off your first order of BEAM Minerals here with code ENERGIZED
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Jul 4, 2025 • 1h 4min
659: Brain Fog, Joint Pain, and Aging Skin? The Truth About Zombie Cells and How to Reverse Them with Dr. Greg Kelly
Join Dr. Greg Kelly, a naturopathic physician and anti-aging expert, as he dives into the fascinating world of 'zombie cells'—senescent cells that linger to wreak havoc on our bodies. Discover how these cells contribute to brain fog and joint pain, and learn about senolytics, natural compounds that could help you regain your vitality. Dr. Kelly shares hope with science-based strategies to combat aging, emphasizing the importance of proactive lifestyle changes and targeted supplements for optimal health and cognitive function.