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Just a few pieces of chocolate won’t kill me, right?
Trust me… we’ve all had this thought no matter where we are in our journey to ultimate health.
But is it really the sugar you’re craving… or are you actually trying to satisfy a different unmet need?
In today’s podcast, Sugar Freedom Expert Danielle Daem and I address the predominant root causes of sugar addiction– that you may have never realized.
And trust me… we’re not here to tell you you can never have sugar again. We ARE realistic!
But Danielle helps you learn how to heal your emotions around sugar and address any addiction from a trauma-informed lens.
YOU ultimately are the one to decide what your relationship with sugar looks like– by showing up for yourself, keeping your word, and not only doing the work nutritionally… but emotionally, too.
Danielle is here to guide you through all of this– and more! So don’t miss this episode to help you restore a healthy balance with sugar.
Danielle Daem is a Sugar Freedom Expert, Breathwork Facilitator & Somatic Embodiment Coach who helps women heal their relationship with sugar to reclaim control over their health and energy. Her root cause approach to addiction addresses how your relationship with food ultimately stems from your relationship with yourself.
Danielle is the creator of the Break Free From Sugar Program and host of the top-rated “Beyond Sugar Freedom Podcast”. She’s recognized as the go-to expert for helping women heal addictive relationships to discover a deeper sense of freedom with food.
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If you’ve been following me long enough… you know how I preach that FOOD is so powerful.
The right food nourishes our bodies, reduces inflammation, keeps biomarkers in range, and helps our bodies heal on a cellular level.
But, more importantly… there’s some serious food to watch out for.
Some of your favorite– even “healthy”– foods can have dangerous, damaging ingredients you may not be aware of.
Don’t worry though– in today’s podcast we uncover the top 5 WORST types of food for metabolic health, and how you can be sure to avoid them.
You won’t want to miss this show– because not only do we dive into these 5 harmful foods for your health, but I also give you great meal ideas, easy snack options, tips for eating while traveling, and all the details on my next 14-Day Detox Program!
Check it all out here!
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode581
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Raise your hand if you’re a woman who feels like you take care of everyone but yourself!
Girl– we’re ALL guilty of it.
That’s why I’ve invited NP Cynthia Thurlow on the podcast today to help us reframe this mindset.
Once you reach midlife, perimenopause actually allows you to identify WHY it’s so important for you to focus on taking care of yourself.
In this podcast, we dive into all the benefits of taking care of YOU– and how simple midlife lifestyle adjustments can make you feel your absolute best.
We cover everything from managing jet lag, the importance of sleep, and how fasting is your friend– plus give you supplement recs, exercise tips, stress-relieving measures– and more.
And trust me– these tips won’t feel like deprivation! We want to help you ultimately make sustainable decisions– that most importantly feel good.
Check it out here!
Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, nutrition educator, international speaker, and CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness. With over 20 years of experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Her passion is to empower women of all ages to live vibrant and healthy lives.
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode580
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#505: 5 Ways Sleep Impacts Your Blood Sugar
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Hormones don’t get the credit they deserve.
Hormones are beautiful optimizers for our bodies and can be super beneficial in managing ALL kinds of disorders and diseases.
Menopause expert and registered dietician Esther Blum joins me today to help YOU understand hormone replacement– so you’re empowered to advocate for yourself in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.
Hormones have played a big part in her healing journey– optimizing her well-being, promoting her brain function, enhancing her mood, and more.
In this podcast, we’ll dive into the benefits and doubts around hormone replacement therapy, and learn why hormones may be exactly what you need to live your best life– for the rest of your life!
If you really want to be a participant in your life– and NOT just watch it go by– then hormones are a VERY important piece.
Don’t miss the podcast here!
Esther is an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause Expert who’s spent 27+ years helping thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones, and self-advocacy. She’s a best-selling author with appearances on the Today Show, ABC-TV, and Good Day NY. She has earned her Bachelor AND Master of Science degrees in Clinical Nutrition, and she’s a Registered Dietitian, Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist, and Certified Nutrition Specialist.
14-Day Menopausal Metabolic Meal Plan with recipes
#404: Do Women Need to Wait till Menopause to Begin Hormone Replacement Therapy? With Esther Blum
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Women should NOT be made to feel bad about wanting something better, right?
That’s the case when it comes to hormones and hormonal birth control.
Unfortunately– there’s a lot of fear and uncertainty that women– and even their doctors– have around hormone replacement and hormone options.
Some doctors are still stuck in thinking that hormones like estrogen are dangerous. So my goal is to empower you to find a provider willing to listen to you– because hormone replacement can be CRUCIAL as you reach perimenopause and menopause!
In this podcast, expert researcher and educator Dr. Hill opens the door to learning more about our bodies as women, hormones, and beneficial options for our health.
Check out this podcast today to take charge of your hormonal health through every stage of your cycle– and your life!
Dr. Sarah Hill is an award-winning research psychologist specializing in women’s health and sexual psychology. Dr. Hill’s research focuses on the role of hormones, the immune system, and the environment in relationships and health behaviors. She got her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin and earned her Ph.D. at the University of Texas at Austin.
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode578
Get Dr. Hill’s Book: This Is Your Brain on Birth Control
#539: Everything You Need to Know About Navigating Hormone Changes in Perimenopause
#439: The Business of Birth Control and How It Affects Women with Abby Epstein
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Here’s a secret that’s not talked about these days… Carbs aren’t that bad for you!
In fact, certain carbs are HUGE for providing fiber and supporting our gut health.
So– why does the media always make carbs out to be the bad guy?
Phoebe Lapine is an author and culinary expert who’s here today to dive into the importance of a balanced diet… yes, carbs included!
But the key to remember is the SOURCE of your carb intake.
You’ll walk away from this podcast feeling confident with healthy hacks to nourish your body without feeling restricted– setting yourself up for lifetime success. PLUS, as someone who’s battled autoimmune diseases, Phoebe’s tips are designed to help you get healthy… and STAY healthy.
Discover the truth about carbs… and so much more HERE!
Phoebe Lapine is a 4-times published author, gluten-free chef, culinary instructor, and Hashimoto’s-and-SIBO advocate whose mission is to share how food can be the best medicine. Working as a professional chef, she’s learned how to support the body with food through her own autoimmune diagnoses, and now she educates thousands of people to do the same.
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode577
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#250: How To Heal from Sibo Without Sibo Taking Over Your Life with Phoebe Lapine
#300: Uncovering Common Myths and Lies About Gluten and Autoimmunity with Dr. Peter Osborne
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More women die of osteoporosis fractures and their complications than ANY kind of cancer.
So are YOU taking care of your bones, and giving your musculoskeletal system its best shot at success?
Orthopedic expert Dr. Vonda Wright joins me today to address the neuromuscular-skeletal issues in women during perimenopause and menopause that profoundly impact our metabolic– and overall– health.
If you’re hurting, struggling, losing muscle, or feeling weak– and you just don’t know what to do about it…
This podcast is made for you.
Dr. Wright guides us through tackling our bone health head-on before it becomes a painful problem down the road.
In this podcast, you’ll get tons of diet, exercise, lifestyle, and supplementation advice to help you feel strong, and STAY strong.
Dr. Wright is a double board-certified Orthopedic Sports Surgeon, entrepreneur, author of 5 books, keynote speaker and innovative leader focused on optimizing personal and professional performance at ANY age. Dr. Wright has now mastered midlife and menopause– and spends her time educating women on how to make the rest of your life the best of your life.
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode576
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Check out Dr. Wright on YouTube!
#573: The Science Behind Menopausal Weight Gain And Body Composition Changes
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What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger…
An overused line, but girl– you know it’s true.
Roxy Saffaie joins the podcast to inspire you to continue betting on yourself through challenging times to become the best version of YOU.
In today’s podcast, we cover how to step into your highest power, create an unbreakable connection with your authentic self, and work towards becoming a self-mastery extraordinaire like Roxy is today.
We unravel the truth about journaling and teach you how to easily use it to Change. Your. Life. Seriously!
Listen now and get closer to stepping into your dream life of authenticity, confidence, and self-love.
Roxanne Saffaie is a Self-Mastery writer, speaker, mentor, and digital creator. She’s climbed to the top 1% in the highly competitive celebrity beauty industry– but her true mission is to empower women into Self-Mastery and absolute Self-Love, helping them thrive. Roxanne has gained the trust of her community because she lives what she teaches. Her work reminds you of your agency to create the life of your dreams, and that you can conquer all of your challenges.
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode575
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Queendom is a movement where every woman is her own queen, embracing a life of passion, purpose, and VISION.
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Dealing with frustrating mystery symptoms with no clear diagnosis?
It happens to so many of us.
The average woman sees 4 to 6 doctors before the correct diagnosis is made. And this unfortunately can take years of suffering for some.
That’s why Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried joins me again today to help YOU take charge of your symptoms for good and find the answers you deserve.
In this podcast, we address how trauma presents in the body and impacts your immune system– leading to autoimmune diseases.
But don’t worry, you’ll get the tools you need to understand your trauma response, what labs to always check for, and simple lifestyle tips you can incorporate every day to help you feel your best.
Sara Szal Gottfried MD is a physician, researcher, author, and educator. She’s a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about hormones, nutrition, and health. Her latest book is called The Autoimmune Cure, releasing in March 2024.
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.
Get The Autoimmune Cure Book HERE!
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode574
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#308: What Is Trauma And How Does It Make Us Sick? With Dr. Elena Villanueva
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Research tells us women are living longer… but are we living healthier?
So many women struggle with midlife weight gain and poor metabolic health.
The reason? Your hormones.
I’ve heard countless women talk about gaining weight out of nowhere during perimenopause and menopause– despite continuing a healthy diet and exercise routine.
But traditional approaches to weight loss often fail women in midlife because we're not looking at the full picture.
In this podcast, you’ll learn about the top 5 causes of weight gain in midlife, plus I’ll share exactly how you can get started working with me to optimize your metabolism!
At 44 years old, I have more metabolic flexibility and energy than in my 30s. So… listen now so you can learn my secrets to feeling young again!
View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode573
The Truth About Midlife Weight Gain and Metabolism
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Most women don't even realize they’ve reached perimenopause until they’re already deep into it.
You may feel depleted and exhausted. You may experience brain fog.
Or you may have frustrating physical symptoms that you just can’t pinpoint.
If this is the case for you in midlife, you could be in perimenopause.
Over 24 million women in the US are going through perimenopause right now! So… are you ready to find out if you’re one of them?
In this podcast, we unravel the truth about perimenopause, go through common perimenopause symptoms, and discuss what you can do NOW to help alleviate your symptoms for good.
Listen now and become the CEO of your health– at any stage of life!
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#449: Advice I Would Give My Perimenopausal Self
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