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Whether we fully grasp it or not, toxins play a huge—but often overlooked—role in hormone imbalance. These are things that are everywhere in the world around us, but it is possible to protect yourself! Today I’m diving into 5+ of the most insidious toxins that throw off your hormones as well as some of my favorite proactive tips to help cleanse your body so you can feel your best! Tune in today to hear:  Which toxins are most likely to be impacting your hormones How research continues to show the danger of these ingredients—yet so much is still unknown Some of my favorite safe, natural brands for a variety of personal care products My DIY home cleaning products shopping list 6 steps to protect your body from the effects of toxins and restore balance  Mentioned in this episode:Environmental Working Group (ewg.org)Activated B CompleteDIM CompleteLiver Support (Please note: This is currently sold out, but it’ll be back soon!)14-Day DetoxLiver-Loving, Hormone-Balancing Foods and Recipe Guide Related Resources:Top 10 Ways to Reduce Toxic LoadWhy You Need to Detox Your HormonesEssentially You episode #169: Everyday Detox: Strategies for Reducing Daily Environmental Toxic Exposure with Lara AdlerEssentially You episode #163: How to Reset Your Hormones and Jumpstart Your Metabolism with a Detox

If You Want To Detox From Heavy Metals You Should: Assess how your symptoms and hormone issues could be related to toxic exposure Build-in detoxification habits to reduce your toxic load every single day Set your body up for success by creating daily habits and rituals that serve you  Have you ever considered that the environmental and food toxins you experience daily could be stripping you of your energy and your youth? Toxins and stress found in heavy metals damage our mitochondria and deplete our hormones. The good news is, you can detoxify your body through daily rituals and clear your body of the toxins that are plaguing you without you even realizing it. Learn From Detox Expert Wendy MeyersWendy Myers is a detox expert, functional diagnostic nutritionist, and NES Bioenergetic Practitioner, #1 bestselling author of Limitless Energy: How to Detox Toxic Metals to End Exhaustion and Chronic Fatigue, and the founder of MyersDetox.com. She is passionate about the importance of detox to live a long and healthy life and created the revolutionary Myers Detox Protocol. She has helped thousands of clients detox from everyday living and maintains a healthy lifestyle. No One Is Exempt From Heavy Metal ExposureYou might think that there is no way that you could be exposed to harmful toxins in your everyday life. But the truth is, you could be exposed to these toxins by coming in contact with the paint on your walls, the water that you drink, or the foods that you eat. Heavy metals are no joke, and even if you are not experiencing serious health issues, these toxins are accumulating in your body, and no one is exempt. If you are struggling with hormone issues, there is a very good chance that heavy metals and toxicity are playing a role. Daily Detoxification Habits That Can Cure Your Hormone SymptomsThe good news is that with daily detoxification habits, you can improve your overall health and facilitate your body's natural ability to extract these harmful toxins. By eating organic, using natural products, and supporting your liver, you can set your body up for success. Environmental toxins and heavy metals may seem avoidable in our modern lives, but Wendy has the knowledge you need to cure your hormone issues and reduce your daily toxic load.Which daily habit are you most excited to try to reduce your daily toxic exposure? Share your favorite with me in the comment section of the episode page! In This Episode Why you should care about how heavy metals and toxins impact your hormones (5:37) Which metals you should be aware of that are disrupting your endocrine system (9:17) How to open up your detoxification practices on a daily level (15:05) Daily things that you can do to move the needle and help your body extract toxins (17:19) The benefits of creating beautiful detox habits every single day (21:38)  Resources Mentioned:10 Tips to Detox Like a Pro ChecklistGet your Harmoni EMF-protecting pendant hereMyers Detox WebsiteFollow Wendy on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Pinterest Other Resources:Check 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 Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #193: How Do You Know You Need a Detox? Essentially You Episode #169: Everyday Detox: Strategies for Reducing Daily Environmental Toxic Exposure with Lara Adler

Think that quick late-night stop at the fridge is harmless and innocent? Think again! This simple habit could be driving stubborn weight, upsetting your sleep, and causing lots of other longer-term damage to your health. Tune in today to hear:  Benefits of stretching that time between dinner and breakfast as long as you can Why eating even healthy foods late at night is bad for you How your eating schedule even relates to your risk of cancer and other diseases 5 surprising effects late-night eating has on your overall health and how to stop the habit in its tracks Simple ways to stabilize blood sugar levels all day long And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Hormone-Balancing Recipe Guide Related Resources:How to Say Goodbye to Unwanted Sugar CravingsEssentially You episode #284: What a Continuous Glucose Monitor Taught Me About My Metabolic Health

If You Want To Find True Food Freedom, You Should: Stop associating your worth to your body, career, or anything else Check in with yourself before you eat something to make sure you are actually hungry Swap out your ‘unhealthy’ food habits with habits that promote sustainable change one at a time  Have you ever found yourself feeling like your worth is tied to your weight or what size you wore? The diet culture we face in the US is intense and unhealthy, so shifting your mindset around food and your body is an important part of self-love and self-acceptance. You Are Not Alone with Brianna WilkersonBrianna Wilkerson is a Holistic Health and Life Coach who helps women find peace with food, feel confident in their bodies again, and develop a healthy lifestyle that’s more than just about their weight. She is passionate about helping women invest in the things in their lives that truly matter and is here to be honestly vulnerable about the fact that you are not alone. Your Worth Is Not Dependent on Your WeightNo matter what happens with your weight, your career, or your productivity, the people that love you will still be there for you. This is a very different narrative from the story society has told us that our worth is tied to our looks, youth, and success. The truth is, if we stopped spending so much time and energy hating our bodies, we would show up in the world in a radically different way. This is why we need to get real with ourselves about how we want to feel in our bodies to accept that our worth is absolutely not tied to our size. Finding Food FreedomOur relationship with food can impact everything from our emotional health to our dieting habits. By arming yourself with self-care rituals and checking in with yourself before emotionally eating, you can find ways to replace your not-so-good habits with ones that encourage sustainable change. Being proactive and setting yourself up for success is the best way to find your unique version of food freedom and can help you feel nourished in all areas of your life.Are you ready to break free from emotional eating and longing to find peace with food? Share how you will shift your mindset and swap habits that help you appreciate your worth with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode Mindset shifts that can help you realize your worthiness as you are (12:08) How to handle the emotional component when taking care of and nourishing your body (19:25) Tips for navigating your relationship to food as a tool of comfort (23:51) The role of essential oils when taking care of your mind, body, and soul (30:08) How to find true food freedom (42:00)  Resources Mentioned:Dr. Mariza’s Daily Self-Care JournalGet Your Food Freedom Journal HereMade Well WebsiteMore Than Your Weight PodcastMore Than Your Weight Women’s CommunityFollow Brianna on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Other Resources:Check 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 Related Episodes: Essentially You #281: How to End Emotional Eating Now with Tricia NelsonEssentially You #271: Change Your Life by Cultivating More Self-Love and Self-Compassion with Kerry Tepedino

Pregnancy is hard on your body, and it creates an environment of insulin resistance just because of all the changes that need to happen to create a new life.  But being insulin resistant before pregnancy, constantly riding a rollercoaster of blood sugar spikes and dips, and not being in tune with your body can all lead to complications and greater risk for your own and your baby’s health Tune in today to hear:  Why glucose and insulin are so important to watch before, during, and after pregnancy How PCOS is directly caused by insulin resistance (and how you can reverse it with some simple changes to your daily routine) What I did to stabilize my insulin because my genetic predisposition for type 2 diabetes and my age put me at a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes How insulin resistance can actually be a healthy part of pregnancy—and when it goes too far Simple, daily tips to help you improve insulin sensitivity and stabilize blood sugar (whether you’re thinking of becoming pregnant or not) And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Shake and Smoothie Guide Essentially You episode #284: What a Continuous Glucose Monitor Taught Me About My Metabolic Health Essentially You episode #286: What You Need to Know About the Relationship Between Blood Sugar Levels and Your Menstrual Cycle Metabolic Restore Adrenal LoveRelated Resources:5 Easy Steps to Help Reverse Insulin Resistance Key Supplements for Insulin Resistance and Healthy Metabolism

If You Are Looking To Relieve Your Symptoms with Essential Oils, You Should: Use oils that help stimulate your vagus nerve and calm your anxiety Find an application method that works best for you and your symptoms Create a ritual around your oils to train your body in your favor  When was the last time you forgot where you put your keys or your glasses? The struggle is real when it comes to brain fog, memory, and attention span, but there is a simple solution. Essential oils can help you stay alert throughout the day to feel productive and on your game. Healing From Brain-Related Challenges With Jodi CohenJodi Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils. She combines her nutritional therapy and aromatherapy training to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. She has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain-related challenges, including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity, using her essential oil blends. Oils Can Do It AllIf you are struggling with brain fog or just want to heal your body, essential oils are a simple, effective, and natural way to boost your brain function. From supporting your hormones and mood to aiding your immune and digestive system and improving your brain function, oils really can do it all. By just smell alone, you can train your body to shift physiologically in your favor despite your mental chatter or stress. Essential oils, and the routines you create around them, can train your brain and body to calm your anxiety, sleep better, and promote natural detoxing so that your body can function the way it is supposed to. Understanding the ‘Why’Jodi provides multiple ways for you to use these oils in doable, actionable, and easy ways. She is passionate about helping others understand what is going on in their body and how these oils work so that you can address your symptoms and get the results you are looking for. If you are looking for simple and effective mood and brain support and want to understand the ‘why’ behind it, you have come to the right place.Are you ready to leverage the power of essential oils to boost your brain and heal your body? Share which of Jodi’s recipes you are going to try out first with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode How essential oils can immediately impact your brain and overall health and wellbeing (9:12) Which oils can help you stimulate your vagus nerve and calm your anxiety and stress (15:15) Tips for improving your brain fog, memory, alertness, and more (23:04) Specific oils to use to boost your lymphatic system and lymphatic drainage (29:26) Helpful oils and rituals to reduce your inflammation and improve your sleep (32:21)  Resources Mentioned:Hormone Essential Oil Blend Cheat SheetEssential Oils to Boost the Brain and Heal the Body BookGet Jodi's Free Gift for More Ways to Use Essential OilsVibrant Blue Oils WebsiteFollow Vibrant Blue Oils on Instagram | Facebook Other Resources:Check 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 Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #72: Overcome Brain Fog Instantly with Essential Oils and Other Powerful Tools with Dr. Mariza

This quick and powerful episode breaks down what you need to know about how the phases of your cycle impact your insulin sensitivity, blood sugar balance, and metabolic health. All of your hormones are intricately connected, and you’ll probably be surprised how much of an impact blood sugar and insulin have on your reproductive hormones!Tune in today to hear: How insulin and blood sugar affect your reproductive health Which part of your cycle puts you at a higher risk of being insulin resistant The importance of being in tune with your cycle and adjusting your exercise, lifestyle, and food choices to be what your body needs Specific food, exercise, and supplement recommendations to optimize metabolism at any time of the month

If You Want To Understand Your Hormones Better, You Should: Adapt your nutrition to include more animal protein and strength training to improve your metabolic health Acknowledge, embrace and make room for your stress Create routines and habits that enforce healthy behavior and promote longevity  Here is some real talk you may not want to hear: your protective hormones decline with age, no matter how ‘clean’ your lifestyle is. The good news is that if you equip yourself with the knowledge necessary to pivot with those fluctuations, you can become an up-leveled version of yourself after this big hormone transition instead of declining too. Passionate About Women’s Health Mid-LifeMaria, an FDN practitioner, and Kristin, a Board-certified nutritionist, are plainspoken friends and practitioners who share a passion for women's health, especially women's health at midlife. As both are themselves menopausal, they've refined the art and science of thriving as a midlife woman based on both clinical and personal experience. They combine individualized nutrition and lifestyle changes tailored to midlife women's needs with mindset coaching, lab testing, and hormone replacement therapy education to help women thrive so that they can stop or prevent their health from spinning out of control. Understanding Your OptionsThe key to handling your declining hormones is to understand what your options are. You do not have to suffer in silence, and this can be the best part of your life if you prep your body in the right way. Lifestyle, stress, sleep, and modern life all impact whether your experience with perimenopause and menopause will be really quiet or really loud. Maria and Kristin aren’t here to tell you the conventional things you are going to hear from your doctor or OBGYN; they are here for real talk, real wisdom, and real recommendations to help you pivot along with your changing hormones. Deciding That You MatterAs women, we want to take care of everyone else, which often leaves us on the backburner. In reality, if you don't take care of yourself, all bets are off for everyone else you are taking care of. By finding habits and routines that add to your longevity and performance, you can inspire the people around you by deciding that you matter and taking action towards that.Perimenopause and menopause are unique experiences that impact everything in your life. By empowering yourself with the knowledge of non-negotiables that you need for your individual body, you can set yourself and your body up for success.Are you ready to take the journey of perimenopause and menopause back into your own hands? Share which of Maria and Kristin’s tips you are going to try out first with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode How your hormones change throughout the four major hormone transitions in your life (13:20) Discover the defining moment of menopause and what menopause really is (19:06) The foundational steps you need to take to pivot with your body's changes (21:47) Approaches that you can take to handle your stress while you take care of your family, career, and yourself (32:53) Tips for redefining what your menopause journey looks like going forward (40:15)  Resources Mentioned:The Essential Oils Menopause SolutionMastering Midlife MayhemWise and Well WebsiteFollow Kristin + Maria on Instagram Other Resources:Check 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 Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #279: The Secret to Gliding Not Slamming Into Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Lakeischa, MDEssentially You Episode #269: Owning the Wisdom of Menopause with Dr. Christine Northrup, MD

I had some crazy breakthrough moments over the last month of seeing how different foods affect my blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity. Who knew sushi would be such a big culprit for me?! But through this journey of continuously monitoring my blood glucose levels, I also reinforced some beliefs I’ve held for a while: what you eat matters. How you pace your day, your food, and your exercise makes a difference. Whether you have invested in a continuous glucose monitor or are just looking for ways to stabilize your body’s levels, this episode will give you simple, actionable steps to identify your triggers and reclaim balance and insulin sensitivity naturally.  Why I decided a continuous glucose monitor was right for me, especially being over 40 and postpartum The importance of metabolic flexibility, especially during perimenopause and menopause Surprising (and some not-so-surprising) foods that disrupt your blood glucose and insulin balance Simple diet, lifestyle, and daily tips to help you reclaim your metabolic health from home, safely and naturally  Mentioned in this episode:The 14-Day DetoxHormone-Balancing Recipes GuideEssentially Whole® Supplements Related Resources:5 Ways to Boost a Healthy Metabolism5 Easy Steps to Help Reverse Insulin ResistanceEssentially You episode #274: Why Are So Many Women Struggling with Insulin Resistance and Poor Metabolic Function?

Hormone imbalances are best addressed through Testing Self-care Lowering toxicity Exercise  With so many falsehoods being shared on social media and doctor’s offices about women’s health, it’s hard to know what to believe. Many practitioners even say that there’s no such thing as hormonal imbalances. This really infuriates me, because our hormones are the most important communicators in our bodies. Today, I’ve invited my favorite integrative OBGYN and good friend to help to speak about the hormonal imbalances that he has seen and treated for decades. About Dr. Shawn TassoneShawn Tassone MD, Ph.D. is double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and by the American Board of Integrative Medicine. He holds a medical degree in addition to a Ph.D. in mind-body medicine. Dr. Tassone is a practicing OBGYN in Austin, Tx, hormone specialist, author, speaker, and highly rated patient advocate. In his 20+ years of practice, Dr. Tassone has seen over 40,000 women and is determined to remove the myths surrounding women's health.As an integrative health practitioner, Dr. Tassone believes you should have an active role in your care. His work includes studies and publications on hormonal imbalances, spirituality in medical care, whole foods to heal the human body, and integrative medicine. Dr. Tassone is featured in many publications including The New York Times, NBCNews Online, Stanford MedX. Addressing Common Hormonal ImbalancesIn this episode, Dr. Tassone describes how many women and practitioners are unaware of the most common hormone imbalance - testosterone deficiency. Part of this is because mainstream medicine lacks viable solutions to treat low testosterone in women. To make up for this deficit in medicine, Dr. Tassone has some recommendations. First of all, he wants us to eat better and reduce exposure to toxins. Proper exercise is also an important factor. With all these different elements at play, it is becoming more and more apparent that getting the right advice and direction is crucial to maintaining a healthy hormonal balance. The Common Effects of Imbalances and What They SignifyThe fact of the matter is that hormonal imbalances will affect you on many levels. They can lead to insulin resistance, reproductive issues, energy and mood swings, a decrease in cellular energy and metabolic rate, and so much more. That’s why it’s incredibly irresponsible for practitioners to act like these imbalances don’t exist. To this point, Dr. Tassone explains how we can make incremental shifts and changes in our health to prevent larger problems before they begin. Not only will taking an integrative approach to hormonal health help to prevent serious issues, they will also help you feel better in the interim.Have you been dealing with low testosterone? What steps have you tried to address it? Leave a comment on the episode page!In This Episode Why an integrative mindset is the best approach to addressing women’s hormonal health [7:06] Understanding the most common hormone imbalance in women [11:50] Steps to take to boost testosterone [21:09] The instances when a hormonal imbalance is normal [24:00] The best tests to identify hormonal imbalances [31:40] Having options about addressing your health needs [35:00]  Resources Mentioned:Get Dr. T's newest book, The Hormone Balance BibleTake Dr. T's Hormone Archetype QuizThe Hormone Lab Testing Checklist and GuideFind Dr. Shawn Tassone onlineFollow Dr. Tassone on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube8 Weeks to Optimum Health by Andrew Weil Other Resources:Check 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