

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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Mar 19, 2024 • 53min
575: Transform Your Life Through Self Love, Trusting Your Heart and Raising Your Self Worth with Roxy Saffaie
EPISODE SUMMARYWhat doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… An overused line, but girl– you know it’s true. Roxy Saffaie joins the podcast to inspire you to continue betting on yourself through challenging times to become the best version of YOU. In today’s podcast, we cover how to step into your highest power, create an unbreakable connection with your authentic self, and work towards becoming a self-mastery extraordinaire like Roxy is today. We unravel the truth about journaling and teach you how to easily use it to Change. Your. Life. Seriously!Listen now and get closer to stepping into your dream life of authenticity, confidence, and self-love.Roxy SaffaieRoxanne Saffaie is a Self-Mastery writer, speaker, mentor, and digital creator. She’s climbed to the top 1% in the highly competitive celebrity beauty industry– but her true mission is to empower women into Self-Mastery and absolute Self-Love, helping them thrive. Roxanne has gained the trust of her community because she lives what she teaches. Her work reminds you of your agency to create the life of your dreams, and that you can conquer all of your challenges.IN THIS EPISODE
Roxy’s story and how she’s stepped into her own authenticity
How your authentic self creates a life of mastery and fulfillment
Why some people tend to play small in their lives
Tapping into our own worthiness– and saying “I’m worth it”
Using self-love to build confidence and reach your goals
The transformative power of journaling
Stepping into your future self and the vision of your future
Common reasons people hold back from journaling
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode575RESOURCES MENTIONEDGet your FREE Future-Self Meditation + Guided Journal HEREGet the You Are The Path Guided Journal HEREJoin Roxy’s Queendom Community!Queendom is a movement where every woman is her own queen, embracing a life of passion, purpose, and VISION. Roxy’s WebsiteRoxy’s PodcastRoxy’s Instagram RELATED EPISODES #532: How To Overcome Perfectionism And Self-Doubt By Unapologetically Embracing Your Fully Awesome Self With Kristina Mand-Lakhiani#538: How To Set Your Soul Free In Order To Usher In The Most Beautiful And Authentic Life With Shirin Etessam#342: 10 Tangible Ways To Practice Self-Love In The Morning Before Work#271: Change Your Life By Cultivating More Self-Love And Self-Compassion With Kerry Tepedino

Mar 12, 2024 • 59min
574: The Connection Between Trauma, the Immune System, and Autoimmune Disease: Lab Testing and Solutions with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried
EPISODE SUMMARYDealing with frustrating mystery symptoms with no clear diagnosis? It happens to so many of us. The average woman sees 4 to 6 doctors before the correct diagnosis is made. And this unfortunately can take years of suffering for some. That’s why Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried joins me again today to help YOU take charge of your symptoms for good and find the answers you deserve. In this podcast, we address how trauma presents in the body and impacts your immune system– leading to autoimmune diseases. But don’t worry, you’ll get the tools you need to understand your trauma response, what labs to always check for, and simple lifestyle tips you can incorporate every day to help you feel your best. Dr. Sara Szal GottfriedSara Szal Gottfried MD is a physician, researcher, author, and educator. She’s a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about hormones, nutrition, and health. Her latest book is called The Autoimmune Cure, releasing in March 2024.She is Clinical Assistant Professor in Dept. of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University, and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health. IN THIS EPISODE
The rise in diagnosed autoimmune diseases in recent years
Common triggers for an autoimmune disease flare-up
Why women are more susceptible to autoimmune disease
Labs for detecting autoimmune disease
Insulin resistance as a risk factor for autoimmune disease
Defining trauma and its relationship to our physical systems
The best ways to approach and treat autoimmune diseases
About Dr. Gottfried’s new book on autoimmunity and trauma
RESOURCES MENTIONEDDr. Sara Gottfried’s Website Dr. Gottfried’s Instagram Get The Autoimmune Cure Book HERE!View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode574RELATED EPISODES #451: Why Do Women Have A Higher Cardiometabolic Mortality Rate Than Men? With Dr. Sara Gottfried#314: Why So Many Women Struggle With Stubborn Weight And The Benefits Of Keto For Hormone Health With Dr. Sara Gottfried#328: How To Get To The Root Cause Of Autoimmune Disease With Donna Mazzola#308: What Is Trauma And How Does It Make Us Sick? With Dr. Elena Villanueva

Mar 11, 2024 • 49min
573: The Science Behind Menopausal Weight Gain and Body Composition Changes
EPISODE SUMMARYResearch tells us women are living longer… but are we living healthier? So many women struggle with midlife weight gain and poor metabolic health. The reason? Your hormones. I’ve heard countless women talk about gaining weight out of nowhere during perimenopause and menopause– despite continuing a healthy diet and exercise routine.But traditional approaches to weight loss often fail women in midlife because we're not looking at the full picture.In this podcast, you’ll learn about the top 5 causes of weight gain in midlife, plus I’ll share exactly how you can get started working with me to optimize your metabolism!At 44 years old, I have more metabolic flexibility and energy than in my 30s. So… listen now so you can learn my secrets to feeling young again! IN THIS EPISODE
System-wide changes in perimenopause and menopause
5 main reasons women experience menopausal weight gain
What happens with imbalanced sex hormone levels
Declining muscle mass and an increase in body fat percentage
Combating insulin resistance in midlife
Fat redistribution during menopause and why it happens
What causes a reduction in metabolic rate and energy expenditure
Using metabolic labs to track your trends over time
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode573RESOURCES MENTIONEDJoin my F-R-E-E Webinar:The Truth About Midlife Weight Gain and MetabolismRELATED EPISODES #552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength And Longevity With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon#546: How To Stay Lean, Energized And Strong By Working With Your Physiology, Not Against It With Dr. Stacy Sims#568: Menopausal Weight Gain, The Benefits Of Bhrt, And Creating Metabolic Flexibility In Midlife With Dr. Tabatha Barber#572: How To Know You Are In Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated With Declining Hormones

Mar 5, 2024 • 42min
572: How to Know You are in Perimenopause Including the 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones
EPISODE SUMMARYMost women don't even realize they’ve reached perimenopause until they’re already deep into it. You may feel depleted and exhausted. You may experience brain fog.Or you may have frustrating physical symptoms that you just can’t pinpoint. If this is the case for you in midlife, you could be in perimenopause. Over 24 million women in the US are going through perimenopause right now! So… are you ready to find out if you’re one of them? In this podcast, we unravel the truth about perimenopause, go through common perimenopause symptoms, and discuss what you can do NOW to help alleviate your symptoms for good. Listen now and become the CEO of your health– at any stage of life! IN THIS EPISODE
Addressing the knowledge gap surrounding perimenopause
Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause
How perimenopause impacts every organ system in the body
The 2 phases of perimenopause
All about your hormone changes in perimenopause
Hormone replacement therapy options
The list of the Top 40 symptoms seen in perimenopause
How to adjust your lifestyle to ease perimenopause symptoms
RESOURCES MENTIONEDPerimenopause Research Article #389: Are Birth Control Pills The Best Remedy For Perimenopause Symptoms?RELATED EPISODES#547: What You Need To Know About The Opill And Hormone Changes In Perimenopause With Dr. Carrie Jones#539: Everything You Need To Know About Navigating Hormone Changes In Perimenopause#476: How To Pivot In Perimenopause To Increase Energy, Metabolism, And Brain Power#449: Advice I Would Give My Perimenopausal Self

Feb 27, 2024 • 54min
571: Effective Internal and External Strategies to Recreate Yourself in Order to Live a Life of Your Dreams with Lindsey Schwartz
EPISODE SUMMARYWhen was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone?Trust me… I KNOW how much we enjoy the safety of our routines. But when you live in a life of too much comfort, you end up limiting your own growth. Don’t worry– Lindsay Schwartz joins me on the podcast today to help you uncover the dream version of yourself so you can feel confident taking those bigger risks you’ve been thinking about. We talk about everyday tools you can try ASAP to help you gain trust in yourself, embody who YOU want to become, and take the next step toward living your dream life. Don’t miss this opportunity to become the best version of yourself, and *finally* live the life you know you deserve!Lindsey SchwartzLindsey Schwartz is an author, investor, master community builder, and the founder of Powerhouse Women. Lindsey mentors women and girls of all ages—from high-achieving entrepreneurs to high school students. After seeing the need for more honest conversations about the ups & downs of entrepreneurship, she created the Powerhouse Women community, annual event, and podcast. IN THIS EPISODE
How Lindsey’s entrepreneurial journey started
Promoting growth through getting out of your comfort zone
Tools to help you get clear on the energy you want to embody
Being bold, making changes, and gaining confidence
The benefits of trying new things you may have not allowed yourself to try in the past
How Powerhouse Women began, and more about the Powerhouse Women Community!
RESOURCES MENTIONEDPowerhouse Women August 2024 EventLindsey’s InstagramPowerhouse Women Podcast Powerhouse Women WebsiteRELATED EPISODES #565: How To Live In A State Of Ease And Flow Vs. Overwhelm And Resentment + Reclaiming Your Aliveness With Alexi Panos#564: This Is The Most Powerful Tool I Use To Heal My Body And Optimize My Health With Dr. Mariza#131: How To Create New Possibilities & Achieve Your Dreams At Any Stage With Sheri Salata

Feb 20, 2024 • 56min
570: Is This Normal? Peeing Your Pants, Painful Sex and Pelvic Pain + How to Optimize Your Pelvic Floor in Midlife with Dr. Sara Reardon
EPISODE SUMMARYCalling all my midlife women…Are you frustrated dealing with urine leaks now and then? How about vaginal dryness? Or discomfort with sex? We often hear those dreaded words… “It’s just a normal part of aging” But ladies… this does NOT have to be true!Dr. Sara Reardon is a pelvic floor therapy expert, and she’s here to guide us to resolving these so-called “midlife symptoms” for good. In this podcast, you’ll learn exactly what you can do [easily and from HOME!] to strengthen your pelvic floor, prevent incontinence, and smoothly recover from pregnancy and postpartum. Check it out here and feel more confident <down there>! Dr. Sara Reardon Dr. Sara Reardon is a board-certified pelvic health physical therapist. Known as The Vagina Whisperer across social media, she shares pelvic health education and exercises and strives to advocate for normalizing conversations about pelvic floor problems throughout all phases of life. IN THIS EPISODE
Normalizing the conversation around pelvic floor health
Recognizing when to see a pelvic floor therapist
What to expect in a pelvic floor therapy session
The effects pregnancy and postpartum have on your pelvic floor
What to do at home to prevent or fix issues now
Top tips for taking care of your pelvic floor
Is leakage or incontinence ever normal?
About Dr. Sara’s online programs for pelvic floor health
RESOURCES MENTIONED7-day F-R-E-E Trial of Pelvic Floor ExerciseGet the GUIDE to Prevent or Overcome Pelvic Floor IssuesGet Sara’s Newsletter with Pelvic Floor Tips Right to Your Inbox HERE!Dr. Sara’s WebsiteDr. Sara’s Instagram RELATED EPISODES #420: OWNING YOUR PELVIC POWER AND HEALING FROM CHRONIC PELVIC PAIN WITH ISA HERRERA#331: HOW PELVIC FLOOR AFFECTS OUR OVERALL HEALTH WITH ERICA ZIEL#226: HOW TO ADDRESS PELVIC FLOOR DYSFUNCTION AND BLADDER LEAKAGE NATURALLY WITH MARYELLEN REIDER

Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 2min
569: How to Build a Strong Emotional Connection with Your Partner and How to Transform Your Love Life with Vanessa and Xander Marin
EPISODE SUMMARYLadies… take a good look at your love life. Are you holding back? Less satisfied in the bedroom?Worried your sex drive will never come back?Trust me, I know these topics can be hard to talk about. But opening up about sex with your partner can be a complete game-changer for your relationship. Married couple Vanessa and Xander Marin join me today to help YOU uncover what’s holding you back in your relationship. You’ll learn exactly how to feel a deeper connection to your partner. PLUS you’ll get tons of tips for feeling more confident and pleasured in– and out– of the bedroom. Don’t miss this podcast– especially before Valentine’s Day! It’s the perfect time to strengthen your relationship and amp up your love life for the long term. Vanessa and Xander MarinVanessa & Xander Marin are New York Times best-selling authors who wrote Sex Talks: The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love Life. Vanessa is a sex therapist with 20 years of experience. And with Xander– the hilarious couple makes a dream team. They’re shockingly open and slightly nerdy, and they’ll feel like your new besties in no time. They share the ups and downs in their relationship while giving step-by-step techniques for improving yours.IN THIS EPISODE
How Vanessa got started as a sex therapist
Common reasons couples don’t have the sex life they want
Declining sex drive in long-term relationships
Communication and connection with your partner
The 2 different types of sex drive and what they mean
Dealing with mismatched sex drives in a relationship
Different needs for male vs. female orgasms
All about Vanessa & Xander’s resources for YOUR sex life!
RESOURCES MENTIONEDVanessa & Xander’s WebsiteGet 40% off The Sweet or Spicy Challenge HERESex Talks: The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love LifeOnline Courses & Guides Get Freebies from Vanessa & Xander Here! Vanessa & Xander’s InstagramPillow Talks PodcastRELATED EPISODES #540: WHY SOCIAL CONNECTION IS CRITICAL TO LONGEVITY AND HOW TO INFUSION MORE JOY INTO YOUR DAILY HEALTH PRACTICES WITH COLLEEN AND JASON WACHOB#45: REGENERATING YOUR SEXUAL HEALTH WITH THE SEXUAL SOULMATE PACT WITH SUSAN BRATTON#37: 5 WAYS TO REV UP YOUR SEX DRIVE WITH ESSENTIAL OILS

Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 8min
568: Menopausal Weight Gain, the Benefits of BHRT, and Creating Metabolic Flexibility in Midlife with Dr. Tabatha Barber
Hate to break it to you ladies… but once you hit your 40s, you just can't eat and live the way you did in your 20s and 30s. Everything changes. Instead of focusing on weight loss, we need to meet our bodies where they’re at and turn the focus on metabolic health and strength. One of the best ways to feel healthier in your changing body is through fasting. Functional medicine expert Dr. Tabatha Barber joins me today to explain how fasting is the key to optimal health in your 40s and beyond. In this podcast, we cover it ALL– from common struggles in menopause, hormone replacement therapies, what to look for in your labs, and what you can start NOW to feel your best in your body! Learn all about it here, and give yourself and your metabolism what it needs to thrive! Dr. Tabatha BarberDr. Tabatha Barber is triple board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. She hosts The Gutsy Gynecologist Show– where she guides women to reclaim their health. She’s the creator of Fast to Faith, a 40-day program that takes women on a faith-centered journey of fasting to heal and thrive.In This Episode
How Dr. Tabatha overcame burnout to reclaim her health
Why many women struggle with perimenopause and menopause
Diving into bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)
Comparing functional vs. conventional gynecologists
Functional labs and what lab markers can tell us
Why fasting and faith are so important for women
What you can do to start feeling better today!
Resources MentionedGet your FREE Guide: Weight Loss Made Easy, 5 Essential Tools to Tame Cravings, Manage Out-of-Control Hunger, & Lose Stubborn Weight!Dr. Tabatha’s Website Dr. Tabatha’s Instagram Check out The Gutsy Gynecologist Show!Related Episodes#558: The Science Behind Ozempic And Important Facts About Glp-1 Agonists + Hormone Replacement For Women 40+ With Dr. Tyna Moore#557: What Every Women Needs To Know About Hormone Replacement In Their 40s And Beyond With Felice Gersh#550: Metabolic And Hormone Secrets To Staying Hot, Happy And Thriving After 40 And Beyond With Dr. Tyna Moore#549: How To Prepare For The Hormone Shift And Thrive In Midlife And Beyond With Dr. Taz Bhatia

Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 2min
567: The Top 5 Pillars of Deep Restorative Sleep + How to Relax Your Nervous System and Reduce Anxiety Before Bed with Dr. Peter Martone
Why is it that some nights when we’re the most exhausted– our bodies just refuse to go to sleep? If you’re sick of the tossing and turning, I have a solution for you. Dr. Peter Martone joins me today to talk all about the best tools for a good night’s sleep. And some of his tips may surprise you! There’s more that you need to consider all day long to ensure the best sleep possible. Because without good sleep, we end up functioning in total zombie mode. (I know you know the feeling!)So don’t miss this podcast where you’ll learn what position is the best for your sleep, how to adjust your bedtime ritual for optimal sleep, and secrets on what you can adapt in bed to get your deepest sleep yet! Check it out here! Dr. Peter MartoneDr. Peter Martone is an educator, injury prevention specialist, and patient care health practitioner with over 23 years of experience. He uses chiropractic principles as his cornerstone to help people Get WAY Better Sleep. His techniques have been featured on CBS, NBC, Fox News, and over 60 international podcasts. In This Episode
How the alignment of your spine impacts chronic conditions
Dr. Martone’s opinion on sleeping positions
The top reasons why people struggle with sleeping
How your sleeping position affects your restorative sleep
The most powerful tools for improving your sleep
Tips for an ideal nightly ritual before going to bed
Adjusting your sleep for different seasons and time changes
Opinions on supplementation for sleep
Resources MentionedTake the Free Sleep Risk Assessment Here and get our 5 Pillars Of Sleep DownloadDr. Sleep Right WebsiteDr. Martone’s Instagram Dr. Martone’s Facebook PageGet your 10% Discount at Neck Nest HERE!Related EpisodesBeat Insomnia With These Sleep Hacks#505: 5 Ways Sleep Impacts Your Blood Sugar#349: Supplementing With This Super Mineral Will Help Stabilize Blood Sugar Levels And Improve Sleep#397: Start Getting Deep Restful Sleep Tonight With These Five Hacks

Jan 25, 2024 • 21min
566: This Is What I Did to Finally Stop Operating in Stress, Overwhelm and Burnout
Overwhelm was once my default mode. And through the chaos in our lives, I KNOW you’ve felt your share of overwhelm, too. But guess what? Now… I DON’T. DO. OVERWHELM.Ladies– this is possible! My life has drastically improved since this became my mantra.Here’s the thing, you can change your health and your LIFE when you get crystal clear on how you want to feel. Once you have your feelings in place… you just have to take ACTION. Wondering how? In this podcast, you’ll learn exactly how I’ve overcome stress and burnout, discover simple steps toward becoming your best self, and find out all about how I can help you get there ASAP. Check it out here! IN THIS EPISODE
The impact my childhood had on preparing for pregnancy
How I used my mindset to shift my focus… and change my life
Creating a crystal clear vision of your future self
Breaking free from limited beliefs and shifting your energy
All about my new course, Step Into Your Future Epic Health
RESOURCES MENTIONEDDon't miss 50% off the Step Into Your Future Epic Health Course! Recent Blog: How to Step into Your Future Epic HealthRELATED EPISODES #564: This Is the Most Powerful Tool I Use to Heal My Body and Optimize My Health with Dr. Mariza#523: Change Your Life Today by Adopting a Simple Mindset and Love Hacks with Kerry Tepedino#447: Master Your Mindset to Manifest Your Best Life with Dr. Cheryl Wood