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Sugar, chocolate, and snack cravings are REAL (especially right now with our pantries so easily accessible all day long). But these foods have a deep impact on your hormones, mood, weight, energy, skin health, and so much more. If you’ve found yourself raiding the kitchen for a mid-day or late-night treat, tune in to today’s episode for simple ways to break this self-sabotaging habit. My tips will give you what you need to say no to cravings all day long!  Understanding how extra snacking and sugar cravings impact your body My 4 steps to beat sugar cravings and stop your snacking habits The top essential oils for nixing cravings at a moment’s notice Long-term solutions to keep the cravings from coming in the first place  Additional Resources: Save 15% on Organifi Harmony Hormone Balance Register for Dr. Mariza's free Detox Masterclass (May 12th) On the blog: 5 Steps to Breaking Up with Sugar On the podcast: Could Breaking Up with Sugar be the Biggest Key to Healthy Eating? With Molly Carmel Resource: Essential Oil Recipes for Cravings and Fatigue Cheat Sheet

If You Want To Best Prepare for Your 4th Trimester You Should: Map out your support before giving birth to make sure you will have the village you need to raise your child Give yourself space to care for yourself and set aside time that is just for you Nourish your body with the right foods and supplements to support your hormones Be prepared and listen to your body to know when you are ready to resume normal life after giving birth  No matter how many books you read, courses you take, conversations you have, or advice you have been given, having a baby, especially for the first time, can bring moments of uncertainty, exhaustion, and bliss. Navigating your new body, and your new baby, can be a significant adjustment, but it is possible to take on this beautiful time with ease and grace. Understanding Your 4th Trimemester with Dr. Cleopatra KamperveenDr. Cleopatra is The Fertility Strategist and Executive Director of the Fertility & Pregnancy Institute and is back for round two of our pregnancy discussion. Dr. Cleopatra is an expert when it comes to the two phases of pregnancy that are often ignored by society, the primemester, and the 4th trimester. Today Dr. Cleopatra is here to paint a picture of what life looks like postpartum so that we can be prepared with as much knowledge as possible before bringing our super babies into the world. Always Be PreparedThe transitional period between birth and the first 12 weeks postpartum, otherwise known as the 4th trimester, can be physically and mentally draining for mama and for the baby. While there is no way to fully prepare for what to come, it is crucial that you put a plan into place before your baby arrives so that you can be prepared for what is to come and plan accordingly.Mapping out your support, setting aside your time, and nourishing your body with the right foods and supplements can have a huge impact on your ability to transmit health from one generation to the next. By taking care of yourself and your baby, you can face this new period of discovery with ease and grace. The Love CocoonTaking care of a new baby and yourself is full-time work. While it is important to be realistic about what you are both going to need, it is not all doom and gloom. Knowing your limitations, asking for help, and finding connections are all incredible ways to focus on keeping you and your baby healthy and happy. The 4th trimester can be treated as a love cocoon, but you need to be real and honest with your experiences to your support group to be able to enjoy this magical time.Are you about to welcome your own bundle of joy? In what ways are you preparing for your 4th trimester? Let me know in the comments section of the episode page. In This Episode How to navigate your fourth trimester with or without the right type of support (8:07) Tips for supporting your hormone levels once you have delivered your baby (18:23) The huge role your support system can play in your postpartum depression (22:09) Which foods and supplements you should take to stay healthy physically and mentally in your fourth trimester (26:30) Why it is okay to listen to your body over your doctor when it comes to getting back to ‘normal’ after giving birth (34:00)  Resources Mentioned:Save 15% on Organifi Harmony Hormone BalanceThe Fertility & Pregnancy Institute WebsiteThe Ultimate Fertility Checklist Related Episodes: Episode 242: How to Eat and Supplements During Pregnancy to the Health of Mama and Baby 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

The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many of us, it’s also the most stressful, draining, and overwhelming. Balancing family dynamics, changing schedules, and different eating habits can be so hard on your body, leaving you feeling burnt out before the season is even in full swing.Tune in to today’s episode for 10 simple ways to make sure your holiday eating and holiday stress don’t get out of hand. These daily practices will make sure your health and energy stay on track all season long and answer questions like “what do I do at a holiday party?” or “how can I stick to my exercise and eating routine, even if I’m out of town?” This episode is going to be a lifesaver during this season, no matter what it looks like this year! 10 healthy eating hacks to help you stick to your goals and be successful, even if you have a full lineup of events and are traveling How to recognize emotional eating and ways to fight back against it so you can prevent holiday weight gain Easy ways to distinguish physical vs. emotional hunger and what to do to respond appropriately The power of being gentle with yourself this season and 10 daily stress-free hacks to make the holiday season peaceful and joyful   Mentioned in this episode:Save 15% on OrganifiThe DASH Diet CookbookDetox Blends Cheatsheet Related Resources:How to Say Goodbye to Unwanted Sugar CravingsEssentially You episode 224: How to Finally Let Go of Emotional Eating and Self-Sabotage with Natasha AllenEssentially You episode 194: Three Simple Ways to End Emotional Eating with Tricia Nelson

If You Want to Stay Calm in Times of Crisis You Should: Start listening to your body during times of stress and build awareness around your bodies signals.  Be intentional about how you start your day and how you want to show up in the world. Incorporate small things into your morning routine that will set you up for success. Get curious about what you are feeling, label it, and sit with it instead of running from it. Practice letting go of control and accept that your reality is often something you cannot control. Shift your mindset to focus on the opportunities that your stress can bring you. Have faith that your current situation will bring you to the best-case scenario.  You know the stress you feel about changes out of your control? Have you ever considered that these changes could actually be a positive thing? By focusing on the best case scenario you can move through your stress response system, shift your state of mind, and set yourself up through self-care rituals that take no extra time out of your busy day. The True Effects of Stress with Nicole MixdorfNicole Mixdorf is a stress and crisis expert, Chief Wellness Officer of Balance by Nature, and she knows what she is talking about when it comes to stress. Nicole was recently awarded Most Influential Woman in Corporate Wellness Services USA 2020 by Acquisition INTL Magazine, as well as being named one of the Top 100 Healthcare Leaders in the World 2020 by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare. Nicole knows first hand that despite leading a healthy lifestyle, your stress levels can play a huge role in your overall health. Getting Over Your OverwhelmYour autonomic nervous system, or your stress response system, plays a huge role in managing your overall health. During crazy times such as these, when our feelings of overwhelm are at an all-time high, it is crucial to learn how to navigate uncontrollable change without overloading our perceived stress.Stress is one of the most insidious root causes of many health issues, and without the right tools and strategies to create balance and let your intensity go, your candle will totally burn out. The good news is that you can implement small things in your pre-existing daily routine that takes no time at all. These mindset shifts and tools to build awareness within your body can have a radical change on your stress levels day today. Letting Go of Control and Embracing AcceptanceGratitude practices, essential oils, and deep breathing techniques can help you switch your stress response system tracks and change your state of mind. Instead of expecting change to bring you somewhere worse, focus on how that change could bring you somewhere better. Some of the most extraordinary things that happen in life are just on the other side of fear. When you can accept your reality, sit with how you are feeling, and have faith that whatever is coming your way is supposed to be part of your human experience, you can let go of control and look within yourself to find healing. Resources Mentioned:Stress and Hormone Essential Oil Cheat SheetBlueprint for a Balanced LifeBalanced By Nature WebsiteFollow Balanced By Nature on Facebook | LinkedIn 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

IN THIS EPISODE: BEST FOODS FOR LIVER HEALTHYour liver is a critical organ for hormones, energy, detoxification, digestion, maintaining a healthy weight, and so many other things that make or break your health. If it’s not in optimal shape, your whole body is going to suffer.Tune in today to hear my top superfoods (plus some bonus supplements) you can use to keep your liver working its best. By incorporating these foods and nutrients into your daily routines, you can create balanced hormones and free yourself from the symptoms making you miserable.  Why your liver is so essential for your hormones and overall health The top 10 superfoods to love your liver every day The best supplements to take for your liver, thyroid, gut health, and cellular energy MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEEssentially You episode 154: How to Optimize Liver Function to Balance Your HormonesVitamin C BoostMagnesium RestoreActivated B CompleteADDITIONAL RESOURCESLoving Your Liver for Hormone HealthThe Best Essential Oils for Loving Your Liver10 Ways to Love Your Liver

If You Want to Use Your Menstrual Cycle to Your Advantage You Should: Alter what you eat based on which phase of your cycle you are in to give your body what it needs to absorb Switch up your workout routine between heavy weight lifting, building lean muscle mass, and taking time for recovery Listen to your divine feminine power and give your body what it is asking you for  You might know that you can break down your menstrual cycle into four different phases, but did you know that how you eat and exercise in each of these phases can impact your health, fertility, and metabolism? Understanding how you are evolving throughout the month can help you use your menstrual cycle to your advantage and provide optimal functioning. Optimizing Your Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Stephanie EstimaDr. Stephanie Estima is an expert in metabolism and body composition. She has a special interest in functional neurology, brain metabolism, and the specific application of the ketogenic diet and fasting to female physiology. Using her framework, The ESTIMA Method, she focuses on distilling strategies in nutrition, movement, and mindset to actualize human potential, longevity, and achievement. The Four Phases of Your CycleThe four phases of your cycle can be broken down into menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation, and the luteal phase. Each of these phases needs specific diet and exercise routines to help your hormones function optimally and play the long game when it comes to your health and wellness. By combining Dr. Stephanie's knowledge around fasting, the ketogenic diet, and the mensural cycle, you can reduce your inflammation, get a grip on your insulin, and give your body what it needs depending on where you are at in your cycle. Weight lifting, carbohydrates, and taking a much-needed rest can all help you see tremendous results if done correctly and at the right time for your body. Listen to Your Feminine PowerWhether you want children or not, your body's process of creating life requires a level of energy that no other cell in the human body has to produce. This is why it is critical to do what feels right for you and lean into your feminine power so that you can listen to what your body is telling you. True sexiness comes from knowing who you are, feeling comfortable in your skin, and taking care of yourself in the ways you should. Understanding why your body is doing what it is doing can help you tweak how you eat and work out so that you can listen to your female wisdom and rest when you need to help your body function as best it can. Resources Mentioned:4-Week Cyclical Eating Meal PlanDr. Stephanie Estima WebsiteBetter! by Dr. Stephanie PodcastEstima DietFollow Dr. Stephanie 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

We all have been told the “horrors” of menopause, but few people are really talking about the biggest time of transition in a woman’s life: perimenopause. This 4-10 year period before your menstrual cycle totally stops can be a time of fluctuating hormones, uncomfortable symptoms (including hot flashes, stubborn weight, exhaustion, sleep struggles, and more), and feelings that your life as you know it is over. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Tune in to today’s episode to hear why perimenopause is a period of so much change and how you can make this transition with ease and grace to continue living with energy and health for years to come!  Which hormones are the biggest players as you make the transition to perimenopause and menopause How you can immediately identify which stage of perimenopause you are in so you can start feeling better ASAP The biggest signs and symptoms of hormone imbalances and what you can do to start healing them My favorite supplement & lifestyle recommendations to relieve your symptoms and get your body back in balance  Mentioned in this episode:Hormone QuizMagnesium RestoreActivated B CompleteCalm & RestoreVitamin C BoostProgest-Restore Related resources:How Estrogen Dominance Affects PMS During PerimenopauseWhat Is Estrogen Dominance and How Does It Affect Your Body?Do You Have Estrogen Dominance? Take This Assessment to Find Out...Essentially You episode #237: The Truth Behind Stubborn Weight Gain After 40 Years OldEssentially You episode #211: What is the Difference Between Perimenopause and Menopause and Why is it So Confusing?Essentially You episode #167: How to Reverse Estrogen Dominance, Especially During Perimenopause

If You Want To Set Your Body and Your Baby Up For Success You Should: Prime your body by eating whole foods that create a nourishing environment for your baby's brain development Educate yourself about the right supplements to take during your primemester, pregnancy, and postpartum Create the best possible epigenetic foundation for your baby by embracing the Primemester Protocol and the Fertility Food Pyramid Let go of your worry and support your super baby by listening to what your body needs  Priming your body to get ready for a baby can take a lot of energy and can often be met with some confusion. It is important to prime your epigenetics by nourishing yourself with the right foods and supplements so that you can create your super baby, which means the happiest, healthiest, brightest, and most well-adjusted baby that you can give your epigenome. How to Shift Your Epigenetics for the Baby of Your DreamsDr. Cleopatra is the Fertility Strategist and Executive Director of the Fertility & Pregnancy Institute. She has helped me, along with thousands of other women, learn about the primemester, the magical and powerful window of opportunity before your pregnancy. In addition, Dr. Cleopatra works to reverse reproductive aging, help women get pregnant quickly and easily, reduce miscarriage risk, and finally have the super baby they have been dreaming of for as long as they can remember. Setting Yourself and Your Baby Up for SuccessWhat you eat and the supplements you take are crucial to creating the best and most nourishing environment for your baby's health. This is critical stuff to know, as your epigenetics are being transmitted from one generation to the next, and are also constantly changing. This means that you can alter your epigenetic foundation to create an opportunity to have your super baby and support your body before, during, and after pregnancy. Through the Primemester Protocol and the Fertile Food Pyramid, you can gain the knowledge that you need to take your health and your baby's health into your own hands. Practical Tips for Creating Your SuperbabyDr. Cleopatra breaks down the top five supplements you should take during the primemester, pregnancy, and postpartum phases, which foods you should be focusing on in utero and after your baby is born, and how to set your baby and yourself up for success. It is up to you to make sure that you have everything you need for your growing baby, and Dr. Cleopatra’s practical tips for eating and supplementation are a must for any mama-to-be. Your microbiome is the second genome for epigenetic foundation, and it is only by nourishing yourself with what your body needs that you can create your super baby with grace and ease. Resources Mentioned:Get Your Free Hormone Supplement Guide HereThe Fertility & Pregnancy Institute WebsiteThe Ultimate Fertility ChecklistFertility Strategy Consultation 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

How can you expect your body to make the energy you need and operate the hormone pathways without the actual building blocking to run the processes that make energy and hormone communication? Nutrient deficiencies, especially magnesium, leave you feeling stressed, worn out, and like you’re just not firing on all cylinders.  But the good news is they are easy to correct! Magnesium is the #1 supplement I recommend for women because it can make the biggest, fastest difference in your hormone health and energy levels. Tune in today to learn how to leverage key supplements and start feeling better immediately!  Why just taking a multivitamin isn’t enough and can still leave you deficient Which supplement, along with magnesium, I recommend for optimal energy and hormone health each and every day 5 of the biggest ways magnesium affects your hormones, energy, and more Why not all magnesium supplements are alike and which one I recommend to experience the best, fastest success!  Mentioned in this episode:Women’s Daily Essentials BundleMagnesium RestoreActivated B Complete Related resources:8 Reasons to Increase Your Magnesium IntakeEssentially You episode #201: What is the Number One Supplement You Recommend for Women?

If You Want to Gain More Energy You Should: Lower your stress response to allow your body to make the right amount of cortisol for you Build muscle through resistance training in order to manage your glucose intake Stress your mitochondria consistently and in the right ways in order to balance your hormone production  Implement simple and effective lifestyle changes to improve your mitochondrial function and cortisol production  Do you dread having to drag yourself out of bed in the morning, knowing that you might not have enough energy to get through the day? The two biggest causes for this lack of energy is inefficient mitochondrial function and the hormone cortisol. The good news is that there are simple lifestyle changes and tools that are easy, inexpensive, and possible to do from home that can balance your cortisol and improve your mitochondrial function. Connecting the Dots With Dr. Carrie JonesDr. Carrie Jones is a practitioner, internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator in all things women’s health and hormones and a fellow mitochondria nerd. Dr. Carrie is the medical direction for Precision Analytical, the creators of the DUTCH hormone test, my hands down favorite test for understanding what is going on with your hormones. Cortisol Is the KeyConnecting the dots between your mitochondrial function, cortisol production, stress, sleep, and glucose can help you understand what is going on in your body so that you can relieve your symptoms and start harnessing the energy you need to get through your busy day. It is no secret that everything happening within your body affects one another. The #1 role of cortisol is to manage your glucose and help you wake up in the morning through the cortisol awakening response. You need to get out of the negative cortisol feedback loop and increase your cortisol production by feeding the mitochondria what it needs to work the right way. Happy Mitochondria = Happy WomenHappy mitochondria equal happy women, and happy women make the world go round. Improve your mitochondrial happiness comes down to consistency in how you stress your mitochondria in the right ways. Things such as building muscle with resistance training, improving your posture, and getting a good night's sleep are all simple and easy ways to heal what is going on with your hormones and give you back the energy you crave.Resources Mentioned:Dr. Mariza’s Green Smoothie Recipe GuidePrecision Analytical DUTCH Hormone Test – Use Code dutch50 for $50 off the DUTCH Complete or DUTCH Plus TestsDutch Test WebsiteFollow Dr. Carrie 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