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Autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto’s are on the rise, yet doctors are lagging behind on offering real solutions to heal your body. Yes, an autoimmune diagnosis is something you’ll have to manage for the rest of your life -- but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do about it. Tune in to today’s episode to hear what underlying causes could be driving your autoimmunity and how you can get yourself into remission naturally. I’ll give specific, targeted lifestyle changes, supplementation, and nutrition recommendations so you can take control of your health and heal your body!   My Hashimoto’s diagnosis story: how I went from avoidance, to shame, to motivation to find healing for myself -- and you Specific tests you should run if you suspect an autoimmune issue Why it’s important to look beyond your diagnosis to discover the cause The top root causes of Hashimoto’s and how to address each naturally  Mentioned in this episode:Comprehensive Labs Resource Guide14-Day DetoxActivated B CompleteMagnesium RestoreVitamin D Complete Additional Resources:The 6 Root Causes of AutoimmunityWhat Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Hashimoto’s5 Easy Ways to Support Your ThyroidHidden Dangers for Thyroid HealthEssentially You Episode 205: What Are the Best Supplements for Your Thyroid?

The three most important ways to master your cycle and optimize your fertility are: Understand the side effects of birth control and the fact that the pill is most likely only covering up your issues, not fixing them Start tracking your menstrual cycle to understand any underlying issues or red flags you should be aware of Provide your body with everything it needs to increase progesterone production, improve your ovulation and protect your overall health  Time and time again, I see the crazy side effects of the birth control pill, irregular menstrual cycles, and out of whack hormones in women. Many women are never told about the integral role that their menstrual cycles play not only in their fertility but in their overall health and happiness as well. Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is here today to dismiss these myths and teach you how to chart your menstrual cycle and use an evidence-based approach to fertility awareness and menstrual cycle optimization. Master Your Cycle and Optimize Your Fertility with Lisa Hendrickson-JackA certified fertility awareness educator and holistic reproductive health practitioner, Lisa is passionate about helping women understand their menstrual cycle for greater overall health. Since beginning to track her period at the age of 18, Lisa has discovered the amazing power charting your cycle can have as a natural birth control, fertility monitor, and as a sign of your overall health. Lisa’s book, The Fifth Vital Sign, dives into all of this important information, and she is here today to empower you to start understanding what is going on in your own body. Your Menstrual Cycle Is About Way More Than Having BabiesYour menstrual cycle is a key indicator of what is going on in your body. Today Lisa is breaking down what is considered a normal menstrual cycle and period, common symptoms or issues you should be looking out for, and giving us a real talk when it comes to hormonal contraceptives so that you can start to understand how your body works. Everything from overcoming period pain, to the long-standing implications of birth control and when you should start to take your fertility seriously, are on the table today as we dive into the mighty power that is your menstrual cycle. Why You Need To Value Your Cycle as an Indicator for Overall HealthUnderstanding how your body works is critical to your longevity, happiness, and fertility. If you are feeling alone in trying to figure out your menstrual cycle, or your doctor keeps giving you the run around when it comes to birth control, and you know that there is something out there better for you, this episode is your first step into self-discovery and mastering your menstrual cycle.Resources Mentioned:Get Your Free First Chapter of The Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-JackConceiving with Fertility Awareness FreebieGet Lisa’s Freebies HereFertility Friday PodcastFollow Lisa on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | PinterestEY 186: Debunking Period Myths Once and For All with Nicole JardimEY 217: 5 Signs of Progesterone Deficiency And How To Fix It 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 was devastated by my Hashimoto’s diagnosis. I was embarrassed that I of all people missed the signs and let it go on undiagnosed and untreated for SO long. But I am not alone in my struggle to diagnose thyroid problems. Millions of women deal with low thyroid function, and so many go around misdiagnosed or totally undiagnosed for years like I did. Most doctors only scratch the surface when it comes to labs that test thyroid function, which is why so many diagnoses are missed. Tune in today to hear what signs to watch out for that indicate a thyroid problem plus the exact lab panel to request to get a full picture of what’s going on in your body!   Why I missed my Hashimoto’s diagnosis for so long, and how I figured out the problem The biggest forms and symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, including Hashimoto’s, Grave’s disease, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism The major root causes of autoimmunity and thyroid dysfunction and how to address them naturally The exact lab panel to request to ensure you’re getting a full picture of what’s going on with your thyroid Supplement, nutrition, and lifestyle recommendations to heal your thyroid naturally  Mentioned in this episode:The Essential Oils Hormone SolutionHormone Lab Testing Checklist & Reference Guide Additional resources:The Top 6 Root Causes of AutoimmunityWhat Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Hashimoto’s5 Easy Ways to Support Your ThyroidHidden Dangers for Thyroid HealthEssentially You episode #205: What Are the Best Supplements for Your Thyroid?Essentially you episode #153: The Root Cause Factors of Thyroid Dysfunction + Natural Remedies with Dr. Melissa Esguerra

Ruling Out Physical Causes of Anxiety, Depression, and Fatigue  The role of nutrition and trauma when healing anxiety, depression, and fatigue  What lab panel you should be asking your primary care physician for today The most important labs that are often overlooked and how to read them yourself How to start the supplement process simply, effectively and safely  Tips for getting your physician to do what you want when it comes to testing  Episode Summary: Have you ever considered that what you eat could be causing your anxiety, depression, or fatigue? While it may sound crazy, the foundation of your health is basic nutrition, and finding out what your body is lacking could help you naturally address your unexplained moods or emotional shifts. Dr. Kristen Allott is a naturopathic physician, national speaker, and pioneering advocate for the use of whole food nutrition in the treatment of mental health disorders and addictions. Dr. Allot is passionate about creating achievable results through root cause lab work to help her patients understand and heal their anxiety, depression, and fatigue.By understanding what your hormone and genetic markers are telling you, you can start to narrow in on what your body is craving, increase your energy levels, and start to feel better overall within a matter of weeks. While fully understanding your body may take some time, it is only by getting the right lab testing done that you can provide your body with what it needs to thrive. This episode provides a comprehensive list of testing that you can ask your primary health care physician for today, plus teaches you how to read those panels so that you can start making the choices that your body needs to succeed. If there was ever a time to start to intuitively understand your body, this is it. Having the right nutrients in your system can shift you mentally, physically, and emotionally, and eventually get you to a space of A+ physiology. Everything from the importance of protein, to understanding your lab panels and how to reserve your energy levels are on the table today so that you can start to address the root causes of your health concerns and get better faster. Resources Mentioned:Top 11 Supplements for Hormone BalanceComprehensive Lab Testing GuideEY 214: How To Feed Your Brain to Better Emotional Wellbeing with Dr. Uma NaidooLetter to Primary Care Physicians Requesting LabsUnderstanding Labs for Mental Health: Serum FerritinDr. Kristen Allott WebsiteProtein For All Website Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

Do you know or suspect that you may have low progesterone? If you’re struggling with infertility, severe PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, or if you just feel like something’s off in your body...chances are low progesterone may be to blame. Today I’m getting real about the struggle to conceive with low progesterone (and other hormone problems) and how you can naturally take back control of your health by boosting progesterone levels through lifestyle, supplement, and nutrition changes. If you’re ready to understand why progesterone is so important, how to tell if you’re deficient, and simple ways to boost your progesterone levels naturally, don’t miss this information-packed episode! On this episode all about progesterone, I’m sharing: A special announcement I’ve been holding onto (hint: I’m living proof that the methods I share today WORK) The science behind what progesterone does in your body How to monitor your progesterone levels easily and in your own home The biggest symptoms that indicate low progesterone My top recommendations for boosting your progesterone levels naturally   Mentioned in this episode:DUTCH hormone testingEssentially Whole Hormone Balance supplementTop 11 Hormone Supplements Guide Additional resources:Essentially Whole Activated B CompleteEssentially Whole Magnesium RestoreTop 3 Ways to Naturally Increase Low Progesterone

Tapping Into Your Innate Skills in Life and Leadership Learn the inherent skills of women and how to foster those skills in the younger generation The importance of communication, adaptability, prioritization and taking risks  Understanding the generational shift when it comes to collaboration and problem solving Tips for teaching young women to practice using their voice and lean into change Why you need to get serious about asking for help in achieving your personal and professional goals  Episode Summary: Now more than ever our world needs motivated, passionate, and joyful women. Nobody knows this better than Dr. Marisa Porges, Headmaster at The Baldwin School and Author of the new book What Girls Need: How to Raise Bold, Courageous, and Resilient Women. Dr. Marisa is dedicated to helping parents and educators foster critical 21st-century skills in our girls so that they can recognize their inherent strengths, and prepare them to become the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow.In today’s world, successful people need to be adaptable, prioritize their missions, and let go of perfectionism, all of which are qualities inherently found in women. The challenges that many of us adults see in the workplace could be drastically reduced by teaching children, and girls, in particular, the power of collaboration, empathy, communication, and using their voice to make a difference. The lessons shared by Dr. Marisa today are applicable to every age group and are all about asking for what you need and building tools that work for you. As women are stepping into leadership roles and ownership more and more, it is all about fostering a sense of confidence from a young age so that this framework becomes the way the next generation of women navigate the world. Resources Mentioned:What Girls Need by Dr. Marisa Porges Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

Everything you eat is either helping or hurting your hormones...there is no middle ground. Unlocking the power of food is the key to restoring your energy, revving your metabolism, helping you lose weight, supporting a healthy mood, and so much more. Tune in to today’s episode to hear my top 10 tips for using food to balance your hormones. From specific foods to daily rituals to some of my favorite recipes, this episode is packed with practical tips to get you feeling your best -- naturally.  Why it’s so important to evaluate what role food plays in your day-to-day life How to use food to reset your endocrine system and bring balance to your hormones My top 10 tips for balancing your hormones using food Specific nutrients, foods, rituals, and recipes to help you get started easily today  Mentioned in this episode:14 Day Hormone DetoxEssentially WholeⓇ Pure Daily FiberEssentially You Episode #154: How to Optimize Liver Function to Balance Your HormonesDetox Blends Cheat Sheet Additional resources:Top 5 Nutritional Changes to Rebalance Your BodyEssentially You episode #207: What are the Best Foods for Healing Your Liver?Essentially You Episode #199: What are the Top Foods that Create Inflammation?Essentially You Episode #171: Synergistic Foods for the Brain, Nervous System, Adrenals, and Thyroid with Christa Orecchio

Optimizing Your Mental Health Through Food Learn about the groundbreaking research happening in nutritional psychiatry  Why adding in foods rather than restricting them is more successful for many The science behind the importance of the gut microbiome and the gut-brain connection  Discover how what you eat can improve your mood, relieve anxiety, and more Which superfoods you should be incorporating into your diet right now  Episode Summary: Did you know that what you eat actually plays a large part in how you are feeling? Eating the right foods can improve your mood, prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues, and boost your emotional capacity. Dr. Uma Naidoo is a board-certified psychiatrist, nutritional specialist, and professionally trained chef, who is here today to share how you can use food as medicine to nourish your body and soul every day. Often times when we are feeling not quite ourselves, doctors will prescribe medication with potentially harmful effects. Dr. Naidoo offers a more holistic, root-cause approach by using nutrition to stabilize your hormones, heal your gut, and help you start feeling better on a cellular, emotional, and mental level. Backed by scientific evidence and research, Dr. Naidoo is the answer to improving your gut microbiome for the benefit of your whole body. Instead of restricting yourself from foods, Dr. Naidoo wants to help you create a personalized plan of foods that are going to work for you while still tasting delicious. Everything from the gut-brain connection, to the exciting field of nutritional psychiatry and the power of foods to affect how you feel is on the table today as we dive into an episode that everyone should hear. Resources Mentioned:This Is Your Brain On Food by Dr. Uma NaidooDr. Uma Naidoo Website Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube

If you’re in your mid-30s, 40s, or beyond and you find yourself suddenly starting to gain weight, feeling completely worn out by your exercise, and just not getting the same results, you’re not alone. Hormones affect every part of your life -- including your exercise. If you are struggling with PMS, exhaustion, low thyroid, perimenopause changes, and other hormone-related symptoms, the exercise you used to do may not be serving your best self any more.  Tune in today to learn exactly how to create a workout plan that will keep you active but not deplete your body. We’ll cover specific exercise recommendations and resources that you can use to stay active, lose weight, and feel your best no matter your age.  How to shift your exercise routine if you are dealing with hormone issues My own exercise story and how I figured out ways to adapt my workouts to serve my body How stress, hormones, and your exercise are all intricately connected Creating a long-term workout plan that takes your body’s changing needs into account My top pre-, during-, and post-exercise tips to help you have more energy, lose weight, and improve your longevity   Mentioned in this episode:The Betty Rocker website Additional resources:How to Stay Active While Traveling (I know not many of us are traveling right now, but these are great tips if you are trying to stay out of the gym!)Essentially You episode #208: How Exercise Can Either Boost Your Metabolism or Damage it at Age 40+ with Debra AtkinsonEssentially You episode #124: How to Create a Fit, Healthy Body and a Life of Self-Love with Bree Argetsinger

Good Girl Myths Learn about the ‘Good Girl’ archetype and why it is deeply rooted in the patriarchy  Discover the 5 ‘Good Girl Myths’ that every woman needs to overcome to some degree How to shed the subconscious misconceptions you have been living with for years Tips for becoming the heroine of your own story and tapping into your inner wisdom Why you need to start following your intuition and listen to what your body needs  Episode Summary: Do you find yourself following external authorities rather than your own intuition? Do you people please, sacrifice yourself for others, or stifle your voice in the interest of keeping the peace? There is a good chance that you learned these tendencies from a young age, as many women do. Majo Molfino is on a mission to help women identify the ‘5 Good Girl Myths’ so that you can stop minimizing your power and start stepping into your truth.An author, designer, and women’s leadership expert with a Masters in Design, Majo is passionate about helping women tap into their intuition and power and stop giving in to the myths that have been keeping you down. The myths of rules, perfection, logic, harmony, and sacrifice play into every sphere of our lives and decision making, and it is only by recognizing these subconscious tendencies that we can start to overcome them. The powers you give up when you give in to these ‘Good Girl Myths’ can not only drain your energy but also your zest for life. This episode is all about dismantling the patriarchy, identifying your inner wisdom, and becoming the heroine of your own story. It is time to stop giving up your precious resources and start to embrace the imperfections necessary for growth and change.  Resources Mentioned:Majo Molfino WebsiteBreaking The Good Girl Myth by Majo Molfino Other Resources:Check out the full show notes pageKeep up with everything Dr. MarizaFollow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube