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I found out about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) the hard way–when a friend got diagnosed out of the blue and told she couldn’t have kids unless she underwent infertility treatment and started taking birth control pills.I was BAFFLED that there wasn’t another way… But a LOT has changed and now we know there is once we understand the root cause!Catch today’s truth bomb-filled podcast to explore what PCOS actually is, how it’s diagnosed, the real root cause and how to overcome it, and learn: All about PCOS and its effects on women  How PCOS is typically diagnosed The one and only ROOT CAUSE of POS 8 hacks to address the root cause and overcome PCOS for good Mentioned in this Episode:Gluco Support – The Blood Sugar-Balancer Essentially Whole Store – Your Home for All-Things Healthy This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind:Try it today by going to https://www.magicmind.co/mariza and use my code “MARIZA20" for 20% off all orders and for a limited time 40% off a subscription!Additional Resources:Root Cause Approaches for PCOS4 Types of PCOS and What to do About themEpisode #304: Naturally Recovering from PCOS through Living a Clean LifestyleEpisode #422: 3 Reasons Why it’s Critical to Have Metabolic Flexibility at any AgeSupplements and Herbs that Balance Blood Sugar

You’re probably thinking…How can a dessert even be a dessert and NOT cause a blood sugar spike?Let me be the first to tell you… There are ways to make this kind of magic happen!Catch today’s shortie for 10 delicious, nutritious desserts that are much less likely to spike your blood sugar than the norm.

When it comes to birth control and IUDs, there is an unspoken conversation that women desperately need to hear. If you have had crazy side effects and doctors keep telling you you are crazy, this episode is proof that you aren't. You are not crazy, and you deserve to know all the facts so that you can make an informed choice about what is best for your body, circumstances, and health.The Business of Birth Control with Abby EpsteinAbby Epstein made her film directing debut at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival with the documentary V-Day: Until the Violence Stops. In 2007, she teamed up with Ricki Lake for their widely acclaimed documentary, The Business of Being Born. The film's success led to their follow-up series, More Business of Being Born, featuring Cindy Crawford, Alanis Morissette, Gisele Bündchen, and Christy Turlington, and their book, Your Best Birth. Under their company, BOBB Films, Ms. Epstein and Ms. Lake produced the documentaries Breastmilk and The Mama Sherpas and, most recently, The Business of Birth Control.In This Episode Why birth control may not be the ‘empowering option’ you have been led to believe it is (14:56) Understanding the role of misogyny when it comes to female healthcare options (21:27) How birth control could be impacting your long-term health and reproductive fertility (27:20) The importance of understanding the role your hormones play in your body and so much more (32:54) Tips for extending your reproductive longevity for long-lasting health throughout menopause (41:04) Mentioned In This EpisodeThe Business of Birth Control DocumentaryThis Episode is sponsored by Natural CyclesJoin me in using Natural Cycles and Get ready to plan or prevent pregnancy with the FDA cleared birth control app. Since Natural Cycles is an app, it’s 100% natural (non hormonal) and has no side effects. It also helps teach you about your own body and unique cycle. Now to make it easy to get started: Use my code EssentiallyYou at Naturalcycles.com to get 20% off your annual Natural Cycles subscription + free thermometer, so get the app today. It’s Important to note that NC° is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs.Related ResourcesCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight CreativeRelated EpisodesEssentially You Episode #424: Move Over Birth Control Pills, There’s a New Type of Contraception in Town That’s Completley Natural with Elina BerglundEssentially You Episode #389: Are Birth Control Pills the Best Remedy for Perimenopause Symptoms?Essentially You Episode #60: What to Know about Perimenopause and Birth Control Pills with Dr. Jolene Brighten

When it comes to getting a good night’s sleep and waking up ready to rock your day, nothing is more important than the powerhouse hormone: Melatonin!But like most hormones, it decreases as we age and MANY of us are actually deficient. On today’s shortie, I’m going to share the five BIG benefits of Melatonin, plus a few easy ways to increase your levels naturally.  

Like most kids, I grew up on an insane amount of sugar!I started most days with a huge bowl of cereal and milk. And even as a young adult, I wasn’t concerned about high blood sugar or the metabolic impact refined carbs and sugar were having on my body. I thought as long as I ate healthily and worked out, I would be fine. But now I know how wrong I was.Catch today’s eye-opening podcast for a look into some of the biggest misconceptions about blood sugar that we’ve been taught–and learn: What chronic high blood sugar does to your health Why diabetes isn’t the only people who need to worry  The difference between good carbs and bad carbs Why your genetics don’t guarantee anything  What your A1C levels are really telling you  Mentioned in this Episode: Magic Mind (matcha energy shot): -- Get 20% off with code MARIZA20 Gluco Support – The Blood Sugar-Balancer  Essentially Whole Store – Your Home for All-Things Healthy  This episode is sponsored by Magic Mind:Try it today by going to https://www.magicmind.co/mariza and use my code “MARIZA20" for 20% off all orders and for a limited time 40% off a subscription!Additional Resources: Podcast Episode 391: How I Use Blood Sugar Hacks to Enhance My Brain and Skyrocket My Energy Levels Podcast Episode 421: How and why a Glucose Spike Causes Intense Cravings 5 things you can do After Overeating to Stabilize Blood Sugar Supplements and Herbs that Balance Blood Sugar

One of the top questions I get from women is what to order at Starbucks, if anything.I’ll be honest, I still get my Starbucks on from time to time, and I can promise you there are a few hidden gems on that menu that will NOT send your blood sugar skyrocketing and leave you more tired than you were before you ordered. Catch today’s shortie for a list of those gems–and more!

Are you letting the world decide your worth? Subconsciously, a lot of us are seeking evidence against ourselves and don't believe that we can achieve who we want to become, but this simply isn't true. By asking yourself the right questions about who you want to be, you can begin to shift the mental picture you have of yourself and stop settling for a life that isn't serving you.Transforming Your Self-Image with Tonya LeighTonya Leigh is a Certified Master Life Coach who is on a mission to help 5,000 women create their after stories by transforming their self-image. Her unique and simple 5-step framework is transforming how women see themselves and, therefore, what's possible in their lives.As the founder of the School of Self-Image, Tonya has worked with Oprah and the IKEA Life Improvement Project and has spoken to global audiences on a wide array of topics ranging from being a strong, feminine woman in today’s world to embracing entrepreneurship as a fun and spiritual journey.In This Episode What self-image is and why it is so important for women in particular (7:58) Discover the trilogy of setpoints that you can work on to transform your own self-image (10:30) How to start to move in the right direction towards the woman that you want to be (15:52) Recommendations for implementing micro-changes to make change and transition easier (19:49) The most effective way to change your self-image (24:52) Mentioned In This EpisodeFollow Tonya on InstagramThe Edit Weekly NewsletterSchool of Self-Image WebsiteThis Episode is sponsored by Natural CyclesJoin me in using Natural Cycles and Get ready to plan or prevent pregnancy with the FDA cleared birth control app. Since Natural Cycles is an app, it’s 100% natural (non hormonal) and has no side effects. It also helps teach you about your own body and unique cycle. Now to make it easy to get started: Use my code EssentiallyYou at Naturalcycles.com to get 20% off your annual Natural Cycles subscription + free thermometer, so get the app today. It’s Important to note that NC° is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs.Related ResourcesCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight CreativeRelated EpisodesEssentially You Episode #367: 10 Quick and Easy Ways to Care for Yourself While Caring for Everyone Else with Dr. Mariza SnyderEssentially You Episode #356: You’re Always One Thought Away from Living a Life You Love with Kerry Tepedino

We have been led to believe that at the slightest symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, we should run out and get hormone replacement. But the truth is, estrogen levels do not fall significantly until AFTER a woman’s last period. And far more women actually suffer from “estrogen dominance” during the transition to menopause, starting around 35 years old–and those symptoms are the ones we should be addressing.Catch today’s all-important podcast to find out what causes estrogen dominance, why it’s such a dangerous condition, and 13 ways to overcome it naturally–and learn:  Key signs you may have estrogen dominance  The most common causes of estrogen dominance How to test for estrogen dominance 13 ways to heal estrogen dominance on your own  Mentioned in this Episode:[FREE CLASS] – How to Overcome Estrogen Dominance at Any AgeMagnesium Restore – The Anxiety-BusterActivated B Complete – The Nerve-Protector Essentially Whole Store – Your Home for All-Things Healthy Additional Resources:How Estrogen Dominance Affects PMS During PerimenopauseThe Best Supplements for Estrogen Dominance Podcast Episode #315: 10 Surprising Signs and Symptoms of Estrogen Dominance Podcast Episode #262: Overcoming Estrogen Dominance at any Age with Magdalena Wszelaki 

When I first got super serious about my nutrition, I remember throwing a half banana or more into my morning smoothie and thinking, “This is the healthiest smoothie on Earth!”But WOW was I wrong.On today’s shortie, I’m going to share what makes certain fruits either good OR bad for you and which ones are the best AND worst for your blood sugar.

It’s never too late to start healing your gut microbiome and improving your gut health. So many adults and children have leaky gut syndrome without even knowing it, but healing the gut is the first step you need to take on any health journey you undertake. I’m joined by Tina Anderson, who is a wealth of knowledge about spore-based probiotics and many other unique probiotic strains, to talk about how probiotics can transform your health.About Tina AndersonTina Anderson’s journey into the world of health had a unique start and some unusual turns. She began her career as a trial lawyer specializing in settling cases by bringing both sides together, her personal passion.Once her second child arrived, Tina left that high-stress job behind to focus on her family. Luckily, she could still use her considerable legal skills to point her career in a new direction as the in-house counsel for a family pharmaceutical company. But what Tina saw there made her change direction again. Frustrated by the many cases of abuse in the pharmaceutical industry, Tina turned toward the natural health field and found her life’s work. She channeled her energy into learning all she could about disease prevention and good health maintenance. That led her to discover the importance of gut health and how connected and crucial it is for overall health and wellness. To share her discovery with the world, Tina and her husband created a unique supplement that contains the superior probiotic strains of renowned researcher Dr. Simon Cutting. By promoting gut health andprobiotics, Tina shares her passion for wellness, helping others live their best physical and emotional lives.In This Episode Why you need to focus on your gut microbiome and your gut health [7:30] What you need to know about spore-based probiotics [9:00] The differences between spore-based probiotics and others on the market [10:00] The importance of finding the root cause of your illness [11:30] The relationship between your gut and your brain [15:00] How ‘Just Calm’ helps your gut’s reaction to stress [19:30] When to take your probiotics [25:45] When children should start taking probiotics [26:30] Why you have to start your health journey by healing your gut [33:00] Mentioned In This EpisodeUse Code Mariza15 for 15% Off Just Thrive Health ProductsTine Anderson WebsiteFollow Tine Anderson on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeThis Episode is sponsored by Natural CyclesJoin me in using Natural Cycles and Get ready to plan or prevent pregnancy with the FDA cleared birth control app. Since Natural Cycles is an app, it’s 100% natural (non hormonal) and has no side effects. It also helps teach you about your own body and unique cycle. Now to make it easy to get started: Use my code EssentiallyYou at Naturalcycles.com to get 20% off your annual Natural Cycles subscription + free thermometer, so get the app today. It’s Important to note that NC° is for 18+ and does not protect against STIsRelated ResourcesCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YoutubePodcast production & marketing support by the team at Counterweight Creative