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When was the last time you put YOUR needs first? As mothers, grandmothers, business owners or employees, wives, daughters, and more… it can feel impossible to make time for yourself. But taking care of yourself is NOT selfish. It’s actually one of the greatest gifts we can give our children and loved ones! What we do for ourselves translates directly to our families.In perimenopause and menopause, we see a massive uptick in anxiety, depression, and irritability. So how do you combat this with easy self-care practices to show up as your best for yourself and your loved ones? Expert in stress deregulation– Katie Wells– is here to guide you through emotional regulation tips and teach you that your inner voice is key to overall physical and emotional health. We cover sleep, nutrition, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness practices to help you show up as the best version of YOU… ASAP! Plus, she explains how to effectively pass this skill on to your kids. Don’t miss this episode to learn how to reconnect to your truest self.Katie WellsKatie is the founder of Wellness Mama– a resource site full of health, parenting, and natural living topics compiled by herself and a team of researchers and medical advisors. Her goal is to guide others with simple information and practical tips that help create healthier, cleaner, and long-lasting lives for all. IN THIS EPISODE Navigating the symptoms of conditions like Hashimoto’s The importance of nervous system regulation  How inner self talk is a guiding force for internal safety  Sleep and regulating your circadian rhythms  Breathwork, mobility, exercise and nutrition recommendations Overcoming trauma to show up as the best version of yourself Teaching our children about emotional regulation  QUOTES“Our emotions– our inner landscape– actually can impact the body physiologically in such a drastic way”“1 in 5 children will have a chronic condition before they're 18 years old and over 33% of our children have prediabetes between the ages of 12 and 19.”“When it comes to safety, our body doesn't know the difference between essentially what's going on in our mind and what's going on in the world.”“I think children… they're my greatest teachers by far in this world. And also my biggest motivation.”RESOURCES MENTIONEDKatie’s Website: Wellness MamaKatie’s InstagramWellness Mama BlogWellness Mama PodcastRELATED EPISODES #566: This Is What I Did to Finally Stop Operating in Stress, Overwhelm and Burnout with Dr. Mariza#565: How To Live in A State of Ease and Flow Vs. Overwhelm and Resentment + Reclaiming Your Aliveness with Alexi Panos#553: Simple Ways to Start Feeling Calm and Safe and How to Align Your Nervous System for More Abundance with Kate Northrup#337: Rewire Your Nervous System Out of Stressful Patterns Using Your Breath with Amanda Laine

Feeling stuck in perimenopause? Navigating perimenopause can feel overwhelming, especially when women’s health is so often treated like men’s. But it’s time to change that! We’re so used to these deep-seated societal beliefs about women in midlife– putting us at a disadvantage when it comes to whole body health and disease prevention, especially as we age.So if you’re struggling to get answers in perimenopause from your doctors, I’m here to connect the dots and empower you with knowledge. In this episode, we break down women’s healthcare, common perimenopause symptoms, and how to recognize the early signs of hormonal shifts. Plus, I’m sharing a sneak peek into my upcoming book, The Perimenopause Revolution, coming this fall!Tune in here to get the perimenopause answers you’ve been looking for. IN THIS EPISODE The need to differentiate women’s health from men’s health  Common changes and symptoms of perimenopause Addressing perimenopause: where do you start? Menstrual cycle changes and hormone fluctuations Defining changes in biomarkers during perimenopause Lifestyle tweaks and habits for ultimate hormonal health  About my book release this fall: The Perimenopause Revolution  QUOTES“I believe it's an average of 6 to 7 doctor visits before they get any help at all or that they are recognized as being in perimenopause at all.”“Many women are plagued with confusion over issues like these, and they're having a difficult time connecting the dots because they're being told otherwise. Yet, when it comes to perimenopause, in order to understand what's not normal, you must first know your own baseline.”RESOURCES MENTIONEDThriving in Perimenopause: Your Ultimate Survival Guide Run your labs with Levels Health Here >>RELATED EPISODES #572: How To Know You Are in Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones#600: We Need to Address Why Women Don’t Feel Like Themselves Anymore in Perimenopause with Dr. Mariza586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience and Brain Power with Dr. Mariza#620: What You Need to Know About Premature Menopause, Perimenopause, Hrt and Your Options with Dr. Salome Masghati

More women than men have died from cardiovascular disease in modern times, yet we continue to believe it is primarily a problem for men. Your cardiometabolic health determines how you are able to show up in the world and can be a key indicator of your health going forward. This is why it is so important to know which signs to pay attention to so that you can pivot as your body pivots.Protecting Your Aliveness with Dr. Sara GottfriedSara Gottfried, MD is a board-certified physician, researcher, and educator. She graduated from Harvard Medical School and MIT, and completed residency at UCSF. Dr. Gottfried is a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about trauma, hormones, and physical and mental health—including her latest titled WOMEN, FOOD, AND HORMONES. Dr. G has also completed a 2-year fellowship in Advanced Cardiometabolic Health at the Metabolic Medical Institute, and 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. Her focus is diet, nutrition, and peak performance.In This Episode Differentiating the role of glucose when it comes to your vascular health (12:32) At what age you should start to look at your cardio-metabolic health with a fine tooth comb (20:06) How to work to change the system and protect women at risk for heart attack (24:33) Understanding the advanced cardiovascular markers and how to identify them (34:51) Tips for adjusting your diet if you are dealing with insulin resistance and improving your metabolic flexibility (46:08) Mentioned In This EpisodeWomen Food and Hormones by Dr. Sara GottfriedRelated ResourcesCheck out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTubeRelated Episodes #314: Why So Many Women Struggle with Stubborn Weight and the Benefits of Keto for Hormone Health with Dr. Sara Gottfried#426: 10 Most Common Reasons Your Glucose Levels are Rising Up

Can LIGHT alone really help treat debilitating diseases? Think… Inflammation. Chronic pain. Arthritis. Gut diseases. Thyroid issues. Skin conditions. Mental health and cognitive function. Even CANCERS… It’s true. Light CAN be a solution to all of these conditions. How? All humans are hardwired to respond to light– our hormone shifts and energy signals adapt to light. So treatments like red light therapy help you tap into your body’s biology and highlight what’s available in nature… only at an accelerated rate. Red Light expert Jonathan Otto joins the podcast today to explain how red light as a non-invasive, pain-free, chemical-free treatment method can help reverse cancer and other chronic diseases. Sounds too good to be true? You’ll get all the facts here on how red light therapy may be just what you need to overcome setbacks and feel totally rejuvenated in your health!Jonathan OttoJonathan Otto is an investigative journalist, natural health researcher, documentary filmmaker, and humanitarian with an extensive research background in cellular healing. He created RedLife™ – a red light therapy device that helps to rejuvenate and restore health. He’s also the founder of Well Of Life™ – a range of high-quality natural supplements that provide ultimate healing. IN THIS EPISODE The scientific evolution of red light therapy for disease treatment  Red light therapy and your biology and circadian rhythm  How does red light therapy help patients with cancer? Upgrading your cellular energy with Red light therapy  How red light therapy can reduce inflammation and chronic pain  Red light for cognitive function and mental health  How to determine the best kind of red light devices  QUOTES“I'm so grateful to many therapies, including red light therapy. It really has changed my life and it's changed so many people's lives around me of people that I love and care about, which has made me feel like an actual obligation to speak about this.”“Even though women live longer, we’re not living healthier. And if red light therapy and having these modalities are going to help you to live a better, more fulfilled and more alive life for longer– I mean that to me, that's the name of the game.” “With people using red light therapy, it's like a one and done. What's happening is people will save so much money, it's almost ridiculous. In that sense, it doesn't cost you anything, because there are so many things that it can replace.”RESOURCES MENTIONEDGrab your Red Light Therapy Bundle HERE with coupon code: MARIZARead the Red Light Therapy and Its Healing Powers Ebook for FREE HERECheck out my favorite non-toxic sauna hereGet your EZRA Full-Body scan HERE for $300 off with coupon code DrMariza300Jonathan’s WebsiteJonathan’s FacebookJohnathan’s InstagramRELATED EPISODES 595: How to Master Your Metabolism and Reverse Cellular Aging in Midlife + My Best Tips to Thrive with Dr. Mariza#551: How to Know if You Have a Sluggish Metabolism and How It Impacts Your Weight, Hormones, and Cellular Energy#330: Why Mitochondria Are the Key to Unlocking Your Best Energy Yet with Shawn Wells#590: Dispelling Myths About Breast Cancer and Mammograms + Navigating HRT After Breast Cancer with Dr. Jenn Simmons

Brain fog is the real deal and it hits women WAY harder than men. The symptoms can be debilitating, like forgetfulness, struggling to find words, inability to focus… And it only gets worse as we age.  But it doesn’t have to! Catch today’s show for six super-powerful ways to keep your brain young and clear, and learn: How brain fog and cognitive decline can go hand-in-hand Why women are affected more than men  6 all-natural ways to keep your brain young and clear The BEST and WORST foods for your brain Mentioned in This EpisodeVitamin D Complete – The Sunshine-VitaminMagnesium RestoreZen Sleep -- for restful sleepGluco Support -- for balanced blood sugarAdditional Resources5 Critical Steps to Prevent Cognitive Decline#419: The 5 Supplements I take Every Single Day for a Better Brain and Energy#391: How I Use Blood Sugar Hacks to Enhance my Brain and Skyrocket my Energy Levels

Your energy is your most precious resource. And as you age, you may feel like your energy is getting zapped fast. But is it aging? Or is it hormones? A lot of our symptoms just get blamed on aging, but hormonal shifts are a huge factor leading to why we feel the way we feel in midlife and beyond.The solution? Staying on top of labs and critical hormone markers, and addressing the root cause of our problems. Dr. Taz Bhatia is an expert in holistic and hormonal health, and she joins the podcast today to educate you on how to manage your hormone shifts to feel your best. She’ll guide you through understanding the interconnectedness between your mind, body, and spirit and how that influences your lab work, hormones, and so much more. Don’t miss this fascinating episode on how you can TAKE CHARGE of your hormone health through simple lifestyle changes and mindset shifts, allowing you to feel your best at any age! Check it out here– Dr. Taz Bhatia MDDr. Taz Bhatia is a board-certified medical doctor, integrative health expert, entrepreneur, and CEO with over 25 years of experience practicing medicine. She founded Centrespring MD: Whole Family Primary and Integrative Care 15 years ago and has helped thousands of people find a holistic balance to their health. She’s a best-selling author of books like The Hormone Shift & Super Woman Rx. IN THIS EPISODE The massive shifts in women’s hormonal health over time  Balancing your blood sugar with hormone shifts  Progesterone dosing for symptom management  Healthy eating and lifestyle choices for hormone-balancing   The importance of routine screening for overall health  Why gut health matters for balancing hormonal health  The impact stress has on hormonal balance  Addressing the balance of supplementing with hormones  QUOTES“There are these phases and the symptoms start to declare themselves the further along you go in many of these different phases.” “Yes, we're aging throughout perimenopause. But it's those declining hormones or the shift in hormones that’s really what's driving a lot of these symptoms.”“The prescription for that would be more protein, more healthy fats, more consistent sleep, doing exercises like yoga or walking or being in nature; being more grounded overall.”RESOURCES MENTIONEDDownload My FREE Women’s Metabolic Dysfunction Assessment Here!Get Dr. Taz’s Book: THE HORMONE SHIFT Here! Dr. Taz’s InstagramDr. Taz’s WebsiteDr. Taz’s YouTube ChannelDr. Taz on TikTokCheck out some of Dr. Taz’s Top Recipes Here RELATED EPISODES #605: Breaking The Hrt Confusion: The Truth Behind Hormone Replacement Therapy for Perimenopausal Women with Karen Martel596: Why It Takes More Than Bioidentical Hormones to Fix Your Hormones with Dr. Anna Cabeca579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum#572: How To Know You Are in Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones

Feeling exhausted and irritable? You're not alone—chronic stress might be the culprit! Discover how stress impacts estrogen dominance and hormonal imbalances. Learn about surprising stressors that disrupt your cycle and the role of environmental toxins. Delve into how magnesium can boost your metabolic health and energy production. Plus, get practical hacks to restore balance and thrive. It’s all about managing stress effectively and nurturing your body for better hormonal health!

It’s time to expose the truth about GLP-1s like Ozempic…And what you may not know is how many benefits and potential applications they have specifically for middle-aged women. GLP-1 expert Dr. Tyna Moore joins the podcast again to debunk the myths and misconceptions around the class of peptides known as GLP-1 agonists. Did you know GLP-1 agonists can: Reduce inflammation,Support brain function,Treat Alzheimer's, dementia, and various autoimmune disorders,Enhance metabolic health, AND of course combat weight gain? With the right dosage strategies and lifestyle adjustments, Dr. Tyna explains how GLP-1s can optimize your health and give you countless long-term health benefits. Check out the episode ASAP to achieve the best results with GLP-1s, and start to look and feel your best!Dr. Tyna MooreWith nearly three decades of experience as a medical professional, Dr. Tyna Moore is a leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and resilient metabolic health. She’s traditionally and alternatively trained in science and medicine as both a Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractor, bringing a unique perspective to building better foundations in health. Dr. Tyna hosts a podcast– The Dr. Tyna Show and is an author and speaker advocating for health autonomy.IN THIS EPISODE GLP-1s’ role in managing chronic pain and inflammation Advantages of using GLP-1s in midlife & beyond  Treatments with low-dose GLP-1s and bioidentical HRT Avoiding the one-size-fits-all approach to medicine & care  How GLP-1s help overall metabolic health, not just weight loss  Dosing strategies for hormone replacement therapies   Lifestyle adjustments for optimal metabolic & hormonal health  QUOTES“A low, appropriate dose of a GLP-1 agonist along with bioidentical hormone replacement is so critical for every middle-aged woman to consider.”“They start the GLP one and they're like, ‘all my anxiety just went away and all my depression lifted. And I can think again and I feel like myself.’” “This is a window of opportunity that we can use while they're on the GLP 1 and then you gently titrate them down… and people are having success with prolonged weight loss, continuing to lose weight or maintaining the weight when they come off of it with a good titration protocol.”RESOURCES MENTIONEDDr. Tyna’s WebsiteDr. Tyna’s FREE Training: Ozempic UncoveredDr. Tyna’s InstagramThe Dr. Tyna Show PodcastRELATED EPISODES #558: The Science Behind Ozempic And Important Facts About Glp-1 Agonists + Hormone Replacement For Women 40+ With Dr. Tyna Moore#550: Metabolic And Hormone Secrets To Staying Hot, Happy And Thriving After 40 And Beyond With Dr. Tyna Moore#605: Breaking The Hrt Confusion: The Truth Behind Hormone Replacement Therapy For Perimenopausal Women With Karen Martel#618: Bringing Awareness To Primary Ovarian Insufficiency, Early Menopause, Hrt And Metabolic Changes With Jessica Jones

A healthy metabolism is the name of the game if you want to lose that stubborn weight, get your energy back, and clear the brain fog for good.And if you’ve been following me, you know that one of the best ways to boost your metabolism is intermittent fasting.But there’s a newer, lesser-known type of intermittent fasting that’s even better for women like us… Catch today’s podcast for a breakthrough introduction to circadian-based intermittent fasting, as well as tips to implement it into your life with ease–and learn:   What your circadian rhythm is and how it affects your hormones Which hormones are most sensitive to your sleep-wake cycle  Why it matters when you eat The advantages of circadian-based intermittent fasting for women  How to implement into your routine with ease Additional Resources#475: Why Do Women Need to Intermittent Fast Differently and How to Do It Right Depending on Your Age with Dr. Mindy Pelz#382: 3 Ways to Make Intermittent Fasting Easier#278: Intermittent Fasting for Better Focus, Energy and Overall, Brain Function

Unfortunately, today’s world is filled with misinformation about hormone replacement therapies (HRTs). And often, our primary care docs don’t have the expert knowledge to explore menopause symptoms, hormone testing, and HRT options with their patients.That’s why Dr. Masghati joins me today, to dive deep into tons of research-backed hormone replacement therapies to aid you in smoother perimenopause and menopause transitions. Because we all deserve to feel our best today, and every day from here on out. Tired of getting your symptoms brushed off by your doctor?Or done with bandaid solutions that aren’t a long-term fix? Check out this podcast for all you need to know about navigating perimenopause and menopause symptoms with the right HRT options for you! Salome Masghati, MD, FACOGDr. Salome Masghati is a gynecologist with specialized training in minimally invasive surgery. After dealing with multiple symptoms and hormonal imbalances, she reclaimed her health and shifted her practice to a holistic, root-cause approach to care. Inspired by her experience, she now helps women address underlying hormonal issues to achieve optimal health and improved quality of life.IN THIS EPISODE Navigating early menopause & menopause  Hormones & effective Hormone Replacement Therapies  Hormone testing & staying on top of your levels  Debunking myths around HRTs  Hormone testing in early perimenopause  Dosing hormone replacement based on your symptoms  Hormonal changes and risks for chronic diseases  QUOTES“With the hormones, get them checked no matter what age you are, then you have a baseline. When you start feeling symptomatic, it's a matter of understanding what range you're at at your baseline” “Whatever changes are happening, there are things going on with your hormones… don't wait until hot flashes to look [into HRT].” “When the receptors recognize it, it will have the similar function in your body, which is why we're doing it to begin with. We're not trying to just cover symptoms to cover them up.” RESOURCES MENTIONEDDr. Masghati’s InstagramDr. Masghati’s WebsiteBook a Consultation with Dr. Masghati HERE   RELATED EPISODES #618: Bringing Awareness to Primary Ovarian Insufficiency, Early Menopause, Hrt and Metabolic Changes with Jessica Jones579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum#572: How To Know You Are in Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones#558: The Science Behind Ozempic and Important Facts About Glp-1 Agonists + Hormone Replacement for Women 40+ With Dr. Tyna Moore