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BONUS: Six Powerful Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp, Healthy and Clear at Any Age Feb 21, 2025

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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 Episode

Vitamin D Complete – The Sunshine-Vitamin

Magnesium Restore

Zen Sleep -- for restful sleep

Gluco Support -- for balanced blood sugar

Additional Resources

5 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

622: How to Feel Prepared for the Massive Hormone Shifts in Midlife with Dr. Taz Bhatia Feb 18, 2025

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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 MD

Dr. 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 MENTIONED

Download My FREE Women’s Metabolic Dysfunction Assessment Here!

Get Dr. Taz’s Book: THE HORMONE SHIFT Here!

Dr. Taz’s Instagram

Dr. Taz’s Website

Dr. Taz’s YouTube Channel

Dr. Taz on TikTok

Check 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 Martel

596: Why It Takes More Than Bioidentical Hormones to Fix Your Hormones with Dr. Anna Cabeca

579: 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

Bonus: How to Know if You Have a Sluggish Metabolism and How It Impacts Your Weight, Hormones, and Cellular Energy Feb 14, 2025

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Have you ever felt like stress is running your life? That no matter what you do, you’re constantly exhausted, irritable, or dealing with hormonal symptoms like PMS, heavy periods, or brain fog? You’re not alone!

Chronic stress plays a huge role in hormonal imbalances—especially estrogen dominance. When your body is in survival mode, it prioritizes stress hormones like cortisol over reproductive hormones, leading to a cascade of issues that disrupt your menstrual cycle, energy levels, and overall well-being.

In this episode, I’m diving deep into how chronic stress impacts estrogen dominance, the sneaky stressors you may not even realize are affecting you, and ten simple hacks to restore balance and feel like yourself again.

Let’s break the cycle of stress and reclaim your health!

In this Episode

The surprising connection between stress and estrogen dominance
How chronic stress disrupts your thyroid, adrenals, and reproductive hormones
The sneaky stressors that may be messing with your cycle
Why progesterone levels plummet in perimenopause—and what to do about it
The role of xenoestrogens and environmental toxins in hormone imbalance
10 simple hacks to rebalance your hormones and support your body
How to send safety signals to your body and manage stress effectively

Quotes

"Your body is always doing its best to reach homeostasis, but chronic stress makes that nearly impossible. If we don’t address stress, we can’t fully heal our hormones."

"Most of us are leaning towards estrogen dominance by default—especially after 35. The key is to support progesterone and reduce stressors that tip the balance."

"Managing stress isn’t just about reducing overwhelm—it’s about telling your body it’s safe so that it can prioritize healing, digestion, and hormone balance."

Mentioned in This Episode

Grab my 14-day detox kit here>>

Get 10% off Progesterone Cream with code MARIZA at checkout! >>

Visit nutrisense.io/mariza and use mycode MARIZA for $30 off & 1 month of free dietitian support.

Additional Resources

Intermittent Fasting for Weight-Loss: Does it Really Work?

Navigating Perimenopause: Signs, Symptoms and Natural Remedies

Episode 498: Unique Risk Factors that Make Women more Prone to Heart Disease than Men

10 Ways to Lose Fat Without Exercising

621: The Truth About Metabolic Health, Hormones and GLP-1s with Tyna Moore Feb 11, 2025

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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 Moore

With 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 MENTIONED

Dr. Tyna’s Website

Dr. Tyna’s FREE Training: Ozempic Uncovered

Dr. Tyna’s Instagram

The Dr. Tyna Show Podcast

RELATED 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

BONUS: The Benefits of Circadian-Based Intermittent Fasting + How to Implement with Ease Feb 07, 2025

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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

620: What You Need to Know About Premature Menopause, Perimenopause, HRT, and Your Options with Dr. Salome Masghati Feb 04, 2025

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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, FACOG

Dr. 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 MENTIONED

Dr. Masghati’s Instagram

Dr. Masghati’s Website

Book a Consultation with Dr. Masghati HERE

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#618: Bringing Awareness to Primary Ovarian Insufficiency, Early Menopause, Hrt and Metabolic Changes with Jessica Jones

579: 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

619: The Impact of Alcohol on Women's Health, From Hormones to Cancer Jan 31, 2025

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You’ve heard of Dry January. Or Sober October.

But how ‘bout we normalize breaks from drinking year-round?

Trust me, I’ve enjoyed plenty of wine tastings, craft cocktails, and memories with friends over a bottle of champagne.

But as you know, alcohol consumption catches up with you.

Especially as we age into midlife and beyond.

Think: fertility impacts, hormone changes, and risks for chronic diseases. And as women, we’re much more vulnerable to alcohol’s negative effects than men.

Ready to ease up on the drinking, but worried about societal judgment or that you’ll miss your glass of wine after a long day?

Check out this podcast for my tips on how you can make giving up drinking easy, healthy, and even enjoyable!

IN THIS EPISODE

How my life significantly improved after an alcohol detox
Health risks from alcohol consumption
Impacts alcohol has on women’s bodies specifically
Wind-down alternatives to alcohol
Finding supportive social circles to help detox from alcohol

QUOTES

“There are days that are so stressful– I get it. And you just want to wind down. But what I’ve learned as someone who's basically broken up with alcohol for good is that there are so many other ways to do it.”

“There is no safe amount of alcohol that your brain and body can tolerate. Alcohol is a poison and a neurotoxin and it significantly disrupts our hormones.”

“88,000 people die from alcohol-related problems, half from binge drinking. Even more concerning, 10% of us have alcohol use disorder.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Mocktail & Drink Guide

RELATED EPISODES

#504: I Decided Not to Drink Alcohol This Year, And Here’s Why

#548: The Loaded Truth Behind Mom Wine Culture and the False Need to Wine Down with Celeste Yvonne

To Drink or Not to Drink? What Alcohol Does to Our Hormones as We Get Older

618: Bringing Awareness to Primary Ovarian Insufficiency, Early Menopause, HRT and Metabolic Changes with Jessica Jones Jan 28, 2025

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We’re all on the hunt for the best ways to manage our menopause symptoms in midlife.

But what really works to move the needle and feel a difference?

Registered dietitian Jessica Jones joins the podcast today to emphasize how small lifestyle adjustments can make all the difference in how you feel each day and for the long term. Plus, we dive into the benefits of hormone replacement therapy, and why it may be a solution for you.

After struggling with perimenopausal symptoms and being diagnosed with primary ovarian insufficiency, Jessica has used her experience and background in women’s health and nutrition to help others prevent and manage conditions like prediabetes, diabetes, and menopause with a holistic approach.

So, if you’re a midlife woman, you WON’T want to miss all the details in this episode, because just a few small changes can turn into the best upgrade for you. Check it out here!

Jessica Jones

Jessica Jones is a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care Educator with over a decade of experience. She’s used her own experience battling menopausal symptoms at 37 years old to help thousands of women improve their lives through metabolic changes and hormone replacement therapy.

IN THIS EPISODE

How Jessica significantly improved her menopause symptoms
Labs & markers for optimal hormone health
The importance of individualized women’s healthcare
Best nutrition guidelines for your metabolism in midlife
Strength training, exercise, and gentle movement tips
How a few small lifestyle changes can make a big impact
Awareness and early intervention of health conditions

QUOTES

“I feel like almost two years later, I finally am starting to feel on a good path. The hot flashes went away almost within a month or two. I'm feeling myself again.”

“Whatever journey we're all in, whether it's premenopause and HRT, early menopause and HRT, or even post-menopause, it's not just about symptom management. It's about functional management.”

“Everything I mentioned to you is stuff I can do forever because it doesn’t feel like that big of a lift for me… it’s [about] finding those things for you that make a big impact”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Check out Diabetes Digital HERE

Diabetes Digital Podcast

Diabetes Digital Instagram

Get 2 free months with Dr. Mariza's favorite CGM (continuous glucose monitor)

RELATED EPISODES

579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum

#605: Breaking The Hrt Confusion: The Truth Behind Hormone Replacement Therapy for Perimenopausal Women with Karen Martel

596: Why It Takes More Than Bioidentical Hormones to Fix Your Hormones with Dr. Anna Cabeca

592: Menopause, Hrt, And Breast Cancer + How to Advocate for Yourself with Dr Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz

617: The Number One Longevity Hack Everyone Should Be Doing Jan 24, 2025

Show notes

One simple habit can stabilize your blood sugar, boost your energy, and transform your metabolism… in just MINUTES each day.

The best part? You ALREADY know exactly how to do it!

This one habit has been a game-changer for me over the past few years, and it couldn’t be easier to adopt and stay consistent with.

Check out this podcast to learn my favorite lifestyle hack and discover how easy it is to boost your metabolism, enhance longevity, sleep better, feel lighter, and show up as your best self every day.

IN THIS EPISODE

Exactly HOW to add this game-changing habit into your day
All about my FREE 14-Day Walking Challenge & giveaways
How to time your exercise around meals for optimal results
The top 5 benefits you’ll notice from daily walking
Tips on accountability and how to stick to a new habit
How YOUR life can improve with this one simple daily habit!

QUOTES

“Postprandial exercise lowers your glycemic index, blunts a blood sugar response, reduces insulin resistance, improves your digestion, promotes better sleep, and boosts your blood flow.”

“One 45-minute workout… isn't going to be as great as if you do 5 to 10- minute walks multiple times throughout the day.”

“Whether you're taking a casual walk or a brisk walk after each meal, know you're releasing those feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine… to promote good sleep, help regulate appetite, improve learning and memory, and increase positive feelings.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Join the FREE 14-Day Walking Challenge HERE and access:

Easy-to-follow movement instructions
My Belly Slim Down Recipe Guide
5 Hacks to Blunt a Blood Sugar Spike Cheat Sheet
Printable Challenge Habit & Points Tracker
PLUS recipe guides, cheat sheets, and supplement giveaways!

RELATED EPISODES

#340: Why Going on A Walk After Dinner Is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Health

#609: Non-Negotiable Advice I Would Give My Early Perimenopausal Self

#456: The One Habit I Do Every Day That Transformed My Negative Mindset for Good

616: Jump-Start Your Metabolism and Put Your Body into a Thermogenic Fat-Burning State with Stu Schaefer Jan 21, 2025

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Stubborn weight. Body changes. Metabolic issues.

These are common stressors most of us middle-aged women face.

So what can we do to jump-start our metabolism and keep these frustrations at bay?

Here’s a secret…

It’s NOT by following the latest fad diets.

It’s NOT by exercising hard for an hour or more each day.

And it’s NOT by restricting the foods we love.

Dr. Stu Schaefer is here to offer you his top recommendations for optimizing your metabolism without totally overhauling your lifestyle!It comes down to creating the best environment for your body. Because when your body is put in the right environment, it IS capable of balancing itself.

Dr. Schaefer has helped countless women in perimenopause and menopause drop weight FAST. Ready to learn how?

Jump into this podcast to discover how to not only lose body fat, but how to enhance your longevity, look great, and feelah-mazing!

Stu Schaefer

Dr. Stu Schaefer is an award-winning weight loss coach who has helped countless people drop weight fast with his thermogenic fat-burning and metabolism-optimizing recommendations.

IN THIS EPISODE

What works and doesn’t work for a healthy metabolism
Addressing the uptick in autoimmune disorders
Exercise tips for women in perimenopause and beyond
Fasting, nutritional goals, and eating habits for optimal metabolism
Balancing carbs, fats, and proteins during mealtime
Blood sugar balancing for optimizing cellular energy
Non-negotiable lifestyle interventions to enhance your metabolism

QUOTES

“It's something called repressed metabolic syndrome… they do too many diets and, and too much exercise actually, and they actually turn off their own metabolism.”

“In about 8 to 9 weeks of working with women who are perimenopausal and menopausal, their other hormones will balance their estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.”

“My typical client will lose 20 to 30 pounds of body fat in a 12-week period. These are women over 50, in many cases, even in their 60s. And I've had women in their 70s.”