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We are all feeling more tired, more burned out, and more stuck in endless cycles of exhaustion than ever before. But these feelings could be driven by nutrient deficiencies more often than you think!There are 5 critical nutrients that almost all of us are deficient in, especially if you’re dealing with low energy levels and chronic fatigue. The good news is that these are easy to correct when you hear what I have to share in today’s episode! Tune in to hear:  Why nutrient deficiencies can still happen to you, even if you eat 12 servings of fruits and veggies each day The major indicators that you have a nutrient deficiency (and the dangers of ignoring these early warning signs) 5 critical nutrients that your body needs for energy and hormone production Some bonus herbs that can help you heal faster and easier  Mentioned in this episode:The Essentially Whole® July 4th Sale (get 20% off my hormone supplements here) Related Resources:Best Supplements to Overcome Stress and Get More Energy8 Reasons to Increase Your Magnesium IntakeTop 10 Reasons to Increase Your Vitamin D IntakeB Vitamin Q&A: Should You Take a B Vitamin Supplement?

If You Want To End Emotional Eating Now, You Should: Slow down and manage your stress Put your scale and the power it holds away Seek out a solid community support system  Ever since I was a teenager, I have used food to deal with my stress and low energy in the forms of caffeine and sugar. It wasn’t until I found new, healthy habits to replace my emotional eating habits that I realize just how destructive this pattern was. Luckily I have broken up with sugar for good, all thanks to experts like my friend Tricia Nelson. The Hidden Causes Behind Your Eating Habits with Tricia NelsonTricia Nelson lost fifty pounds by identifying and healing the underlying causes of her emotional eating. She has spent over thirty years researching the hidden causes of an addictive personality and is regarded as an Emotional Eating Expert, #1 bestselling author, a highly regarded TEDx speaker, and a certified health coach. Tricia is passionate about helping others dig deep so they can get to the root cause of their emotional eating. The Emotional Eating SpectrumTricia believes that we are all hardwired to have an emotional connection to food. But, not everybody has the ability to control our urges and course correct. The emotional eating spectrum comes down to the root causes of our relationship with food, so it is only by sitting with the emotions we associate with food that we can begin to heal.By working on your limiting beliefs, people-pleasing, and self-care routine, you can deal with your feelings before your feelings deal with you in terms of health issues, autoimmune issues, and disease. Getting to the Root CauseOften emotional eaters are eating to be able to suppress their emotions. ‘Magic diets’ or ‘easy hacks’ backfire because they do not address the root emotional causes behind your food choices. By dealing with the living problem, you can stop being afraid of the kitchen or out of control when around food because you have the tools necessary to deal with the emotional underpinning of why you are eating. Emotional eating is one of the hardest addictions to overcome, but with the right strategy, you can figure out the real feelings that are driving your snacking and heal your root causes for good.Are you ready to end your emotional eating today? Share your thoughts about Tricia’s insights with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode The role of trauma and limiting beliefs in your relationship with food (8:32) How self-care can change the way you relate to yourself and others (19:20) Why diets don’t work and why it is not your fault when they don’t (23:31) How to differentiate between emotional and physical hunger (28:16) Three things that you can do to end emotional eating now (35:27)  Resources Mentioned:Heal Your Hunger WebsiteAre You An Emotional Eater QuizFree Emotional Eating Breakthrough Session ($300 Value)Follow Tricia on Instagram | Facebook Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #194: Three Simple Ways to End Emotional Eating with Tricia NelsonEssentially You Episode #224: How to Finally Let Go of Emotional Eating and Self-Sabotage with Natasha Allen 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

There are simple things that you may not even realize in your life that are actually speeding up the age clock to make you look and feel older. Identifying these things and making some easy switches is a great way to keep yourself energized and youthful for years to come!Tune in to today’s episode to hear 10 surprising things that speed up your aging and simple tools to help you get in control of your health! Mentioned in this episode:Daily Self-Care Journal (33% off right now!)Essentially You episode #273: Why Do Women Need to Intermittent Fast Differently, Especially Over 40? With Dr. Mindy PelzEssentially You episode #278: Intermittent Fasting for Better Focus, Energy, and Overall Brain Function Related Resources:Essentially You episode #148: Hormone Balance is the Key to Aging with Grace and Vitality with Dr. Shawn TassoneEssentially You episode #136: What it Truly Means to Age in Reverse with Natalie JillEssentially You episode #126: Look 10 Years Younger with Non-Invasive Anti-Aging Tips and the Evolution of a Modern Surgeon with Dr. Anthony Youn

If You Want to Slide, Not Slam, into Perimenopause, You Should: Find a healthcare practitioner who listens to your own unique needs Focus on healing your gut, balancing your hormones, and managing your stress Keep raising the volume on these conversations to help empower all women  Have you worried you are in early or perimenopause but secretly hoped you are not? If you answered yes, you are not alone. The misinformation and stigma surrounding perimenopause, menopause, and beyond is what is keeping so many women from sauntering into this new phase of life, and it's time that stopped. The good news is there are many ways for you to take care of yourself and learn what is going on in your body to approach this new chapter with ease and grace. Become a Hormone Hottie with Dr. LaKeischaDr. LaKeischa Webb McMillan is a gifted speaker, OB-GYN and hormone specialist, and an Amazon Best-Selling Author. She has a passion for helping women struggling with depleting hormones and helps them balance their hormones, regain mental sharpness, and have the energy to last the entire day. She has a loyal following of ‘Hormone Hottie’s’ and is here today to share how you can glide, not slam, into perimenopause and beyond. Why We Need to Keep Having This ConversationDr. LaKeischa knows firsthand what it feels like to have the rug pulled out from under you regarding your hormones and overall health. She helps women connect the dots between symptoms and how they are showing up daily. Because of her own journey, Dr. LaKeischa knows how important it is to take the time to care for yourself, heal and get to the root causes of your symptoms through these important conversations. She believes that practitioners should feel privileged to be on this journey with you during this vulnerable time in your health and encourages others to keep raising the volume on these topics. Not Your Mother's MenopauseWhen it comes to perimenopause, not every woman has the same symptoms or timeline. Each of our bodies is unique, and it is only by empowering yourself through knowledge that you can gain the tools and resources necessary to take care of your body. This is not your mother's menopause, and it is possible to make empowered decisions about your body by gaining hormone literacy, having the courage to think outside of the box, and standing in your power of how you want to experience this new phase. While there is no magic pill, there are many natural ways that you can get to the root causes of your symptoms and take back your health.Are you confident about your level of hormone literacy and knowing your body? Share how you are working to become your own #healthceo with me in the comments section of the episode page. In This Episode The biggest needle movers for taking care of you during this time of transition (19:24) The importance of narrative medicine when it comes to finding out your root causes (24:16) What you can do to destigmatize and redefine perimenopause and menopause (26:22) Discover the truth about your symptoms and when they are showing up during this phase of life (34:10) Why turning up the volume on this conversation is beneficial to all women (38:02)  Resources Mentioned:Download My Hormone Supplement Guide HereTake the Hormone Quiz Here7 Day Hormone Video Mini-CourseFollow Dr. LaKeischa on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #204: How to Reverse Reproductive Aging and Upgrade Your Baby’s Epigenetics with Dr. Cleopatra Kamperveen 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

Intermittent fasting gets a lot of press for its benefits for your weight, and for good reason. But did you know it is fantastic for cellular longevity, brain health, and overall energy as well?Check out this quick episode to learn the powerful benefits intermittent fasting can have for your body. I’ll also give tips for success based on where you are in your cycle, your age, and other factors to make sure you experience the most success! Tune in today to learn:  My intermittent fasting and what I’ve found works well for my body Why being in tune with your cycle and your body’s needs changes how you intermittent fast Which parts of your cycle are most improved by practicing intermittent fasting (and what to do if you’re in perimenopause or menopause and don’t have a regular cycle) Key success tips for how you start your day so you won’t feel hungry before the fasting window ends Research-backed benefits for your cellular and brain health from intermittent fasting  Mentioned in this episode:Dr. Mariza’s Detox Smoothie and Shake Recipe GuideEssentially You episode #244: How to Eat and Train According to Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Stephanie EstimaEssentially You episode #273: Why Do Women Need to Intermittent Fast Differently, Especially Over 40? With Dr. Mindy Pelz Related Resources:Supporting Brain Health with Intermittent FastingMost Common Causes of Brain Fog + How to Fix It

If You Want to Gain More Hormone Intelligence, You Should: Incorporate foods and detoxification practices that help form the building blocks of healthy hormones Pay attention to your menstrual cycle and take the time to learn your body's patterns Empower yourself with the knowledge necessary to listen to your body's signals Take action and be your own health advocate to gain hormone intelligence  The sad truth is that most women don't really understand what is going on with their bodies, especially when it comes to their hormones. And unfortunately, conventional medical doctors are more often than not lacking the knowledge necessary to help you with your hormone issues. This is why it is so important to take back control of your health by increasing your hormone intelligence and hormone literacy. Bridging the Gap in Medicine With Dr. Aviva RommAviva Romm MD is both a midwife and a Yale-trained MD and Board Certified Family Physician with specialties in Integrative Gynecology, Obstetric, and Pediatrics, with a focus on women’s endocrinology. She is a world-renowned herbalist, and author of 8 books, including her new book, Hormone Intelligence, which explores the impact of the world we live in on women’s hormones and health. She promotes a combination of holistic and natural medicine that is grounded in science and has been bridging the gap between traditional medicine, total health ecology, and good science for over three decades. Becoming Your Own HealerWhen it comes down to it, being healthy shouldn't be as hard as it is. The misinformation, dismissal, and refusal to listen to women have been deeply entrenched in conventional medicine, and it's time that came to an end. Dr. Aviva’s life mission, and her new book, are all about empowering you with the knowledge you need to listen to your body, understand your hormones, and pay attention to the signs so that you can maintain or reclaim your hormone health. It's all about taking actionable tools and turning them into at-home remedies so that you can allow your body to heal itself. Resources Mentioned:Hormone Intelligence by Dr. Aviva RommGet Your Free Gift with Purchase HereDr. Aviva Romm WebsiteHow Being a Midwife Made Me a Better Doctor by Dr. Aviva RommFollow Dr. Aviva Romm on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #086: The Truth About How Bad Medicine Leave Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed and Sick with Maya Dusenbery 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

Today’s episode is devoted to understanding and recognizing when stress is out of control, like mine was for too many years. These are things that you may think of as a “normal” part of life, or that they’re inevitable for the world we live in. But really, they are signals that your body is constantly being maxed out, stressed out, and worn out—and it needs to change!I will also be sharing what you can do naturally to reverse the vicious stress response mode and survival hormone cascade, so this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Tune in to hear:  The story of how I realized I had reached a breaking point—and my stress was slowly killing me 10+ signs that your stress is at a tipping point and is causing more lasting damage to your body How your stress connects to other stubborn symptoms like weight gain, brain fog, and food cravings A simple, daily protocol to become more objectively aware of your stressors to balance cortisol, stop your stress in its tracks, and reclaim vibrant energy  Mentioned in this episode:Hormone Blends Cheat SheetDaily Self-Care JournalAdrenal LoveGet 10% off the Women’s Daily Essentials Bundle Related Resources:Best Supplements to Overcome Stress and Get More EnergyTop 5 Ways to Manage Stress NaturallyEssentially You episode #249: 5 Steps to Heal Your Brain, Body, and Life from Chronic Stress with Dr. Jennifer LoveEssentially You episode #240: How to Conquer Stress and Hormonal Imbalance Through Optimizing Mitochondria and Cortisol with Dr. Carrie Jones

If You Want to Gain More Sustainable Energy and Stop Being So Tired, You Should: Stop viewing burnout as a badge of honor Tap into your circadian rhythm to get deep sleep and recharge Stop eating 3 hours before bed and get natural light in the morning Set time, people, and energy boundaries as a form of self-care  Have you ever asked yourself, ‘why am I so tired?’ Most women have, and it's nothing to be ashamed about. Unfortunately, our society has told us that feeling burned out is a badge of honor when in reality, you are only hurting your physical, mental and emotional state. The good news is that you can get your energy back by natural means through simple, effective, and free ways. Transforming Your Physical, Mental, and Emotional HealthDr. Amy Shah is a double board-certified MD with training from Cornell, Columbia, and Harvard Universities. She was named one of mindbodygreen's Top 100 Women In Wellness to Watch in 2015 and has been a guest on many national and local media shows. After a car accident changed Amy’s perspective, she dedicated herself to helping busy women transform their health through fasting, utilizing the power of the microbiome, and balancing their hormones. Are You Feeling Stressed, Wired, and Tired?The truth is, we can only run on fumes for so long before it all catches up to us. Feeling exhausted all the time is the biggest symptom of burnout, and your energy is a direct result of what is going on with your body. If you are feeling stressed, wired, and tired all at the same time, it is time to step out of your to-do list and examine your life through Dr. Amy’s tools and recommendations. You can get your health back through habits and rituals that honor the rhythms of your body. Habits and Rituals to Heal Your EnergyGetting a good night's sleep is primary to energy and mitochondrial function. Dr. Amy’s ‘Circadian Fast’ routine helps to promote deep sleep by turning down blue light, limiting nighttime snacking, and turning off the stressors of your day. Taking the time to get your mental stress out during the day will ensure that it doesn't all catch up with you at bedtime and that you can get a good sleep.In addition to circadian fasting, simple tools like eating for your menstrual cycle, getting natural light in the morning and setting time, energy, and people boundaries are crucial to getting your energy back. This Rushing Woman’s Syndrome has got to stop, and with Dr. Amy’s help, you can stop asking yourself why you are so effing tired, and start being your best self again.Are you ready to stop putting a badge of honor on your burnout and start taking care of yourself? What are you most excited to do with all of your newfound energy? Share your thoughts with me in the comments section of the episode page.In This Episode How Dr. Amy redefined how she wanted her life to be after a major car accident (13:28) The role of your circadian rhythm and how it affects your energy production (18:02) Tips for winding down before bed and getting necessary deep sleep (22:27) Learn about different types of fasting and how they activate your mitochondria (27:22) Critical ways in which you can eat for your cycle and support your body in each menstrual phase (31:49)  Resources Mentioned:I'm So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your LifeDr. Amy Shah WebsiteFollow Dr. Amy on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #272: 5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Energy Levels InstantlyEssentially You Episode #256: How to Build Lean Muscle and Boost Your Metabolism Based on Your Menstrual Cycle, Even in Perimenopause with Dr. Stephanie Estima 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

I know how frustrating it is to gain weight out of nowhere—and nothing you do seems to make any difference. Over the course of less than a year, I gained 30 pounds even though I made NO changes to my exercise or diet plan… and no amount of sweating it out in the gym was making that weight budge! If you’ve ever experienced weight resistance, you know the struggle. Your metabolism has tanked and it feels like you’re destined to size up your clothes and say goodbye to energy.  But here’s what I discovered: there are so many other hormones and factors that slow your metabolic function, drive insulin resistance, and make that weight stick fiercely to your midsection. But there are also some simple, proven ways to get it back on track! Join me today to learn:  The major hormones and lifestyle factors that lead to stubborn weight gain and poor metabolic health Simple lifestyle recommendations to boost metabolic function and insulin sensitivity Tips to make your workout actually effective (so it doesn’t leave you more tired and drained than before) How to leverage fasting, nutrition, supplements, and more to enhance your ability to lose weight easily and safely And more!  Mentioned in this episode:Essentially You episode #243: What You Need to Know About the Stages of Perimenopause and How to Address ThemEssentially You episode #270: Why Do We Gain Weight Even When We Don’t Eat Sugar?The Essential Oils Menopause SolutionMagnesium RestoreLiver Support supplementEssentially Whole® supplement store: shop today to get all your nutrient essentials!Just Thrive spore-based probiotic (use code MARIZA15 for 15% off your purchase!) Related Resources:5 Easy Steps to Help Reverse Insulin Resistance5 Ways to Boost a Healthy Metabolism  Essentially You episode #258: Create a Metabolism-Boosting Morning Routine with Nagina Abdullah

If You Are Ready To Take Back Your Health Through Intermittent Fasting You Should: Divide your day into a window where you are eating and a window where you are fasting Prioritize healthy foods and limiting the wine to get your insulin levels in check Boost your oxytocin through self-care acts to lower your stress  Understanding the Fasting Movement With Dr. Mindy PelzDr. Mindy Pelz D.C is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, nutrition, and functional medicine expert who has spent over two decades helping thousands of people successfully reclaim their health. She is a recognized leader in the alternative health field and a pioneer in the fasting movement, teaching the principles of a fasting lifestyle, diet variation, detox, hormones, and more. Today, she is here to provide you with practical lifestyle tools so that you can reclaim your health in menopause and beyond. Simple (but Necessary) Lifestyle ChangesBy the time we reach the age of 40, a necessary lifestyle change needs to happen. If it doesn't, you will suffer more, and nobody wants that. The truth is, you can't outsource menopause, and it is up to you to listen to what your body is going through during this time of hormonal change. When making the first steps towards this lifestyle change, intermittent fasting can be a great starting point. Intermittent fasting helps you to manage your insulin and prevent disease later in life. Your health is more important than ever before, and Dr. Mindy literally wrote the manual to help women step into menopause and all its glory. Get Your Energy Back With Intermittent FastingBy simply dividing your day into a window where you are eating and a window where you are fasting, you can get back your energy, improve your mental clarity, and manage your insulin resistance. The benefits of intermittent fasting, especially for women 40 and over, are huge, and the science proves it.You cannot stress your way into a ‘better’ menopause. But, all it takes is a few simple lifestyle changes that can have endless benefits to your overall health and longevity. As your metabolism changes, so do your body's needs. With intermittent fasting, you can be sure that you are doing everything in your power to enter this next phase with ease and grace. Resources Mentioned:Order the Essential Oils Menopause Solution book and get access to the Menopause Toolkit ($500 in bonuses)The Menopause Reset Book by Dr. Mindy PelzDr. Mindy Pelz WebsiteFollow Dr. Mindy on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Related Episodes: Essentially You Episode #257: Reduce Inflammation, Recharge Metabolism and Create Balance with Intuitive Fasting with Dr. Will Cole 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