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594: What I Did This Past Year to Heal My Brain and Lower Systemic Inflammation Aug 27, 2024

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Last August, I was scared I’d never have the mental bandwidth to live my dreams, or even become the mom I’d always strived to be. I was severely struggling with a brain injury and post-concussion syndrome, uncertain of how my future would look.

Now– 1 year later– I’m feeling great,functioning 88% better than I was after my injury. So how did I transform, and tackle my symptoms HEAD-on? (no pun intended!)

Despite perimenopausal symptoms, increased inflammation, and mold exposure I experienced all while on my road to recovery, a few things I’ve been doing have made all the difference…

In this podcast, I give you my top tips– my non-negotiables and consistent habits that have helped me truly transform despite several health setbacks.

Regardless of if you’ve experienced a recent health scare or injury, the recommendations in this podcast can be life-changing.

Tune into this episode to learn how YOU can become a woman who fires on all cylinders, living life with energy, ease, and grace!

IN THIS EPISODE

Navigating my recovery from post-concussion syndrome
Reducing brain inflammation with a concussion protocol
Top brain support supplements I took for recovery
Movement recommendations for healing from a brain injury
Metabolically healthy meals for ideal health and recovery
My top non-negotiables that help continue to heal my brain
Hormone replacement dosing to ease symptoms

View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode594

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Stay on the lookout for my Thriving In Perimenopause and Menopause Summit in October!

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#543: What I Am Doing to Overcome Post Concussion Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue and Low Thyroid Function and A Big Update About the Podcast

586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience, And Brain Power with Dr. Mariza

#564: This Is the Most Powerful Tool I Use to Heal My Body and Optimize My Health with Dr. Mariza

593: Why EVERYONE Needs Progesterone in Perimenopause and Beyond and How We Are Getting Dosing All Wrong with Carol Petersen Aug 20, 2024

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The conversation around Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is back on the table, which we love. But unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there.

The majority of women dosing with progesterone are not getting enough to be effective. So what do we need to do to avoid this?

Compounding pharmacist and expert in the hormone replacement field Carol Petersen joins the podcast today to guide us on how to ensure effective progesterone dosing to treat hormone-related symptoms and conditions.

Progesterone is key in estrogen metabolism and estrogen dominance– AND it protects the uterus and supports overall health. Even if you don’t have a uterus, it still can be beneficial for women’s health.

Ready to find out if you’re getting enough progesterone?

Listen here to learn how progesterone can be your solution to a symptom-free perimenopause and menopause!

Carol Petersen

Carol Petersen is a compounding pharmacist with decades of experience helping patients improve their quality of life through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She’s a Certified Nutritional Practitioner involved in multiple organizations, including the International College of Integrated Medicine and the American College of Apothecaries, the Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), the American Pharmacists Association, and the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding. She co-hosts a radio program “Take Charge of Your Health” and she’s on the Medical Advisory Boards for the Centre for Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Research (CeMCOR.ca) and the Institute for Bioidentical Medicine (IOBIM.org). She also writes and edits for A4M’s website www.worldhealth.net and is a co-producer of “Immortality Now” podcasts.

IN THIS EPISODE

The role of progesterone and why it’s needed for women’s health
Addressing progesterone deficiency in women
How progesterone is important even without a uterus
Proper dosing of progesterone and forms of supplementation
Hormone testing methods
How to identify symptom improvement with hormone therapy
Lab testing and blood work levels for hormone balance
Hormonal birth control and progesterone IUD options

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Book Your Free 15 meeting on Carol’s Website!

The Wellness by Design Project Website

Carol’s YouTube

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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

#479: 8 Superpowers of Progesterone

#403: 5 Big Benefits of the Powerhouse Hormone: Progesterone

592: Menopause, HRT, and Breast Cancer + How to Advocate for Yourself with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz Aug 13, 2024

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Dealing with menopause symptoms is rough enough, but navigating a cancer diagnosis at the same time causes even more stress and anxiety.

As a holistic-focused physician going through menopause, a diagnosis of breast cancer put a bump in the road for Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, leading to concerns about how she would navigate her own journey.

It can be hard to feel heard by your physician, and advocating for things like holistic healing options, lab testing, and hormone replacement therapy can become an endless battle.

But as a women’s empowerment advocate and a public educator, Dr. Suzanne is here today to help YOU advocate for your needs and to speak up about your situation because you deserve to be heard.

Hearing Dr. Suzanne’s story can help you get through any tough times you’re facing. Especially for the breast cancer community– there are ways you can manage your longevity and your health now going forward for the better. Check out this podcast to find out how!

Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD

Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz earned her medical degree from the USC School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UCLA/Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She frequently appears as an expert in women’s health and integrative medicine in print, online, and on TV, where she’s the Chief Medical Correspondent for the Drew Barrymore Show. She’s the author of MENOPAUSE BOOTCAMP: Optimize Your Health, Empower Your Self, and Flourish as You Age.

IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Suzanne’s perimenopause and menopause journey
Opening up about a breast cancer diagnosis
Recognizing symptoms of perimenopause vs. other health issues
Non-negotiables for women’s health in our 40s and beyond
Hormone therapy options in midlife
Advocating for yourself with your primary physician
Adaptogenic herbs that are helpful in midlife
Stress, sleep, and cardiometabolic tips for optimal health
Grassroots and community building via the Menopause Bootcamp Facilitator Certification

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#590: Dispelling Myths About Breast Cancer and Mammograms + Navigating Hrt After Breast Cancer with Dr. Jenn Simmons

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

#547: What You Need to Know About the Opill and Hormone Changes in Perimenopause with Dr. Carrie Jones

#404: Do Women Need to Wait till Menopause to Begin Hormone Replacement Therapy? With Esther Blum

591: Post Viral Syndromes, Your Immune System, and Your Hormones in Midlife with Dr. Jessica Drummond Aug 06, 2024

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COVID might seem like old news, but if you’re a woman in midlife who’s had COVID in the past, it could still be majorly affecting you.

Your perimenopause or menopause symptoms may actually be heightened because of your history of a viral illness like COVID.

COVID still is absolutely dysregulating women’s menstrual cycles, fertility, and perimenopause/menopause experiences. That’s why Dr. Jessica Drummond joins me today to help you navigate the ups and downs as you transition into perimenopause or menopause– all while keeping your immune system in check.

People who are most at risk for long COVID are perimenopausal women– or women in their mid to late thirties to mid-fifties. And unfortunately, post-viral syndromes can make it difficult to tolerate hormone therapies, which can be really helpful during this transition.

So it’s essential to know if the menopause symptoms you’re facing are in part due to long-COVID or another viral infection.

Listen to the podcast here to learn how you can support yourself hormonally with neuroinflammatory strategies and tools to feel like your best self in midlife– even after illness!

Dr. Jessica Drummond DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC

Dr. Jessica Drummond is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute. With 25 years of experience as a licensed physical therapist, licensed clinical nutritionist, and board-certified health coach, she’s passionate about caring for and empowering women in all things women’s health and pelvic health. She helps women overcome hormonal imbalances and chronic pain conditions. Dr. Drummond was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, Duke Integrative Medicine, and Maryland University of Integrative Health.

IN THIS EPISODE

What are post-viral syndromes and why are they so common?
Addressing long-term effects of COVID-19
How COVID impacts hormones and the immune health of women in their 40s and 50s
Distinguishing the symptoms of long-COVID from those of perimenopause or menopause
Tools for combating post-viral fatigue in perimenopause and menopause
Hormone replacement options for managing symptoms
Non-negotiables for optimizing your immune resilience

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Check out Dr. Drummond’s FREE workshop for women's health and wellness professionals on functional nutrition - including immune and hormone health

The Integrative Women’s Health Institute Website

Dr. Drummond’s Instagram

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#574: The Connection Between Trauma, The Immune System, And Autoimmune Disease: Lab Testing and Solutions with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

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

#334: 3 Immune-Boosting Habits That Are Non-Negotiable Right Now

590: Dispelling Myths About Breast Cancer and Mammograms + Navigating HRT After Breast Cancer with Dr. Jenn Simmons Jul 30, 2024

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There’s a whirlwind of emotions that comes with a breast cancer diagnosis. But it doesn’t have to be a punishment.

Integrative Oncologist Dr. Jenn Simmons works as a breast cancer expert to help thousands of women see their breast cancer diagnosis as an opportunity to reclaim their health, and she’s here today to explain why.

PLUS, she’s ready to debunk the myth that hormone replacement after breast cancer can cause recurrence– because this is NOT the case! In fact, long-term outcomes are better for women who’ve had breast cancer and go on hormone replacement than ones who don’t.

There’s a survival benefit to going on hormone replacement after cancer, and an added quality of life benefit too.

So if you or anyone you know is struggling with ANY concerns about breast cancer, this episode is for YOU. It’s time to reclaim your health and tackle your breast cancer diagnosis head on to take charge of your life!

Dr. Jenn Simmons

Dr. Jenn Simmons is an Integrative Oncologist, author, podcast host, and the founder of PerfeQTion Imaging, which has redefined breast cancer screening nationwide. She’s also the founder of Real Health MD– a practice dedicated to holistic healing for breast cancer. Dr. Jenn’s mission is to create a lasting impact on all women who desire optimal breast health.

IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Jenn’s story and how she got into the breast cancer field
Dealing with menopause symptoms if you have breast cancer
The correlation between stress and developing breast cancer
What to look for in breast cancer screenings & all about QT scans
Inflammatory lab markers and tests for breast cancer screening
How hormone replacement after breast cancer is beneficial
Applying Functional medicine to your breast cancer diagnosis
Addressing hormone replacement therapy with your doctor

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get Dr. Jenn’s Book: The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer

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Get the Book: Estrogen Matters

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

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589: Effective Strategies and Tools to Calm Irritation, Mood Swings and Stress Deregulation Throughout Perimenopause Jul 23, 2024

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When I recently surveyed several thousand women in perimenopause about their most disruptive symptoms, what stood out the most was the reported mood issues.

In perimenopause, your brain changes, causing a lack of stress resilience, lack of focus, and a lack of mental energy.

With all that’s on our plates in this stage of life– between careers, parenting, our marriages, and keeping up with our health– declining mental energy is NOT what we need.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, irritated, or more triggered along with

mood changes, it could be due to your changing hormones.

So how do you combat these symptoms to feel better… physically AND emotionally?

In this podcast, I’m sharing ALL my tips to help you find peace and harmony because you deserve it.

Check out this episode to discover exactly what you need to combat stress and mood swings to feel your best!

IN THIS EPISODE

My struggles with perimenopausal rage and mood swings
The impact past traumas have on the brain and body
The 3 times women’s brains undergo changes throughout life
How chronic stress can negatively affect menopause
An overview of hormonal changes impacting the brain
Labs to understand your hormone fluctuations in perimenopause
Overcoming common symptoms of perimenopause
My top tips for enhancing mood and combating stress through perimenopause and menopause

RESOURCES MENTIONED

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The Menopause Solution Book

My Top Hormone Balancing Recipes

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#572: How To Know You Are in Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones

#547: What You Need To Know About the Opill and Hormone Changes in Perimenopause with Dr. Carrie Jones

586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience and Brain Power with Dr. Mariza

583: The Truth About Menopause That You Deserve to Know with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

BONUS EPISODE: What is the Impact of a Blood Sugar Spike and How to Avoid Them Jul 16, 2024

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Many of the women I talk to have been asking…

What exactly is a blood sugar spike, how do they happen, and why does it matter?

Aside from causing all kinds of disruptive symptoms, blood sugar spikes are like tiny daggers that wear down your cells, your body, your organs, and your brain.

Catch this shortie for everything you need to know about these harmful events, including how to track your own glucose at home AND a few simple hacks stay balanced.

Mentioned in This Episode

Gluco Support – A powerhouse blend of natural herbs and nutrients that are proven to balance blood sugar FAST.

My Favorite CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor)

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588: The Metabolic Trifecta in Perimenopause and Menopause + HRT Basics and Best Practices to Thrive in Midlife with Jackie Piasta Jul 09, 2024

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Frustrated with not feeling heard by your primary care doc?

You’re not the only one who feels like your menopause symptoms and concerns are getting dismissed.

As women, we go through a whirlwind of changes– physically, emotionally, and hormonally– during perimenopause and menopause.

And these days, we KNOW menopause isn’t only about hot flashes.

It’s so much more.

We become a different person on the other side of menopause.

Women’s health practitioner and menopause expert Jackie Piasta joins me to speak to how we’re ALL affected by midlife hormonal changes– and how to feel empowered going through this time of your life.

Listen to the show now for her top tips on navigating all aspects of midlife with ease, so you can feel your best through perimenopause and menopause!

Jackie Piasta

Jackie Piasta is a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) and a certified clinician by the Menopause Society. She’s the founder and owner of Monarch Health– a midlife and menopause clinic in Marietta, GA– working to advance women's health over the past 15 years. Jaclyn is on the medical advisory committee for The National Menopause Foundation and is active in multiple professional medical and nursing societies including The Menopause Society.

IN THIS EPISODE

Jackie’s experience working in the menopause space
Major gaps in health care knowledge around menopause care
Effects of childbearing later in life and during perimenopause
Major misconceptions about perimenopause and menopause
What’s the metabolic trifecta in perimenopause and menopause?
Key complementary medicine tips on how to THRIVE in midlife
The benefits and side effects of hormone replacement therapy
Non-negotiables for managing menopause effectively

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Jackie’s Instagram

Monarch Health Instagram

Monarch Health Website

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583: The Truth About Menopause That You Deserve to Know with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

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

586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience and Brain Power with Dr. Mariza

#404: Do Women Need to Wait till Menopause to Begin Hormone Replacement Therapy? With Esther Blum

587: Optimizing Metabolic Health for Women and Identifying Metabolic Obstacles with Dr. Lara Briden Jul 02, 2024

Show notes

You may be struggling with metabolic dysfunction but don’t even know it.

Subtle symptoms of metabolic dysfunction can present as everyday frustrations… but they grow into some big chronic issues if they’re not addressed.

Low energy. Brain fog. Menstrual cycle irregularities.

Cravings, crazy mood swings, consistent hunger throughout the day...

Any of these sound familiar to you?

If so, don’t worry– metabolic dysfunction can be reversible (and quickly!) with the right tools in place.

Naturopathic Doctor Lara Briden joins the show again to help you make a few changes ASAP so you can improve your symptoms in just a few weeks– and they may even help change your weight on the scale!

Her science-based recommendations are here to help you move toward a healthier and happier future. Check out the podcast here so you don’t miss a tip on overcoming metabolic obstacles and becoming the best version of YOU!

Dr. Lara Briden

Lara Briden is a naturopathic doctor and bestselling author of the books Period Repair Manual, Hormone Repair Manual, and Metabolism Repair for Women. She lives in New Zealand where she currently works with women to help them manage and overcome PCOS, PMS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and many other hormone- and period-related health concerns.

IN THIS EPISODE

How hormones impact women’s metabolic health
The dangers of having metabolism dysfunction
Insulin resistance and managing hypoglycemia
Why are women more affected by metabolic dysfunction?
Insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction as a society-wide problem
Addressing “metabolic obstacles” and how to overcome them
Circadian alignment for optimal metabolism
Research-backed recommendations for managing and preventing metabolic dysfunction
About Dr. Lara’s newest book, Metabolism Repair for Women

View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode590

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Get Dr. Lara’s Book: Metabolism Repair for Women

Dr. Lara’s Website

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BONUS EPISODE: The Surprising Link Between Hot Flashes and Blood Sugar Imbalance Jun 25, 2024

Show notes

It’s no surprise that over 85% of women in the US will experience disruptive hot flashes and night sweats…

Our culture and even previous generations of women tell us that hot flashes are a “normal” part of the transition to menopause, but they could actually be an indication that something else is wrong.

And there absolutely IS a better way.

Catch today’s podcast to hear BREAKING RESEARCH that links blood sugar to hot flashes and what you can do to reduce (or eliminate) your symptoms–and learn: