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#661: When ‘Normal’ Isn’t Normal: How to Be Heard (and Taken Seriously) at the Doctor’s Office

July 11, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Have you recently left your doctor’s office feeling more confused than when you walked in?

Or finally worked up the courage to share the brain fog, crushing fatigue, or unexplainable mood swings—only to get brushed off with: “It’s just part of getting older”?

I see you—because I was you—and I know how frustrating and lonely it can feel to navigate midlife changes when so few doctors truly understand what’s happening in your body.

In this empowering episode, we dive into how to be heard at the doctor’s office during perimenopause and menopause, what to track before your appointment, the right questions to ask, and the signs it might be time to find a new provider.

You deserve answers. You deserve care that sees the whole you. And you deserve to walk out of your appointments with clarity and a plan to feel your best.

Tune in to this episode to reclaim your voice and your power in this beautiful season of life!

IN THIS EPISODE

Navigating the knowledge gap in women’s health care
Tips for confidently advocating for yourself to your doctor
Addressing common symptoms in midlife and menopause
Questions to ask your doctor and labs you should test for
Finding a functional medicine doctor who will hear you out
My FREE perimenopause survival guide and more about my upcoming book: The Perimenopause Revolution

QUOTES

“Even today, the average woman waits 7 to 10 years for a proper diagnosis of conditions like Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune issues.”

“If you feel dismissed, it’s okay to find another provider. I know this can feel daunting, but your health and your quality of life is on the line. You deserve a provider who listens.”

“There are so many doctors and providers out there like me who care deeply, who understand what it’s like to be going through this transition, what it’s like to be a woman navigating the world, particularly the healthcare system, and what it’s like to struggle with symptoms, and you just desperately want answers to feel better again.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Grab the FREE Thriving in Perimenopause Guide HERE!

Preorder my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE and get instant access to over $500 worth of bonuses!

Try Qualia Senolytic and use code DRMARIZA to get 15% off

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660: Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging—and How to Break the Emotional Eating Pattern for Good with Amber Romaniuk

July 8, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Ever find yourself standing in the pantry late at night, mindlessly eating your favorite salty snack straight from the bag? Been there! 👋

But we all know that’s not the best thing we could be doing for our metabolic health. Today, I’m joined by Amber Romaniuk, an Emotional Eating, Digestive, and Hormone Expert, for a raw and empowering conversation on why so many women—especially in midlife—feel stuck in cycles of emotional eating just as hormones, energy, and motivation start to shift.

We explore why this struggle isn’t about willpower, but a deeper call for healing, and how your body’s cravings are often tied to hidden hormone chaos during perimenopause and menopause.

Amber shares her own powerful journey of breaking free from binge eating while healing her gut and hormones, and offers practical tools to help you build trust with your body again.

If you’re ready to step out of guilt and into compassion and freedom with food and your body, tune in to this episode!

Amber Romaniuk

Amber Romaniuk is an emotional eating, digestive, and hormone expert with 12 years of experience helping women build body confidence, intuition, and optimal health. She’s the host of The No Sugarcoating Podcast, with 2+ million downloads across 500 episodes in 88 countries. Amber supports others by drawing from her own journey of overcoming emotional eating, losing and gaining over 1,000 pounds, and investing five years in healing her hormones and digestion. Her Body Freedom™ method guides women to achieve transformative healing, confidence, and vibrant health for fulfilling lives.

IN THIS EPISODE

The impact of emotional eating on hormonal health
Breaking old patterns instilled in us about eating and body image
Why consistency is better than an all-or-nothing mindset
Blood sugar balancing for optimal metabolism
Non-negotiable habits and recognizing negative eating triggers
Emotional eating, late-night snacking, and other food addictions
Beneficial ways of “rewarding” ourselves that feel GOOD
Mindful eating and other healthy eating habits at meal time

QUOTES

“Working on blood sugar balance– they start to have a more stable mood, more stable energy. Their cravings start to drop. They have less urge to emotionally eat or binge.”

“There’s gonna be many levels of dealing with that trigger, including probably hormone support and reprioritizing yourself on your schedule, which is going to take time setting boundaries.”

“Be patient, ladies. It’s not about willpower, it’s not about trying harder. It’s about knowing this kind of vulnerable time and going, ‘Okay, maybe I wanna build this time a little differently. If I know I’m vulnerable, what would be a habit or a self-care practice just to help me through this time?’”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Schedule a 30-minute complimentary Body Freedom Session HERE

Amber’s Website

Amber’s Podcast: The No Sugar Coating Podcast

Amber’s YouTube Channel

Amber on Instagram

Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE!

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659: Brain Fog, Joint Pain, and Aging Skin? The Truth About Zombie Cells and How to Reverse Them with Dr. Greg Kelly

July 4, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Joint aches. Softer muscles. Saggy skin. Brain fog.

Dealing with these not-so-fun issues in midlife? Trust me, you’re not the only one. But… these changes aren’t “just a part of getting older”.

In this podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Greg Kelly, Senior VP of Product Development at Qualia Life and a leader in anti-aging and cellular health, to unpack the powerful concept of cellular senescence, also known as “zombie cells.”

These cells don’t die when they should, sticking around to cause inflammation, slow down your metabolism, and accelerate aging in your skin, joints, muscles, and brain.

The good news? You’re not powerless! Dr. Kelly shares how senolytics—natural compounds that help your body clear out zombie cells—can dramatically shift how you age, supporting your body’s innate ability to regenerate.

If you’ve been feeling like your body is betraying you, this episode will bring hope and science-backed strategies to help you feel vibrant, clear-headed, and strong again.

Tune in now!

Gregory Kelly N.D.

Dr. Gregory Kelly is a naturopathic physician, the SVP of Product Development at Qualia Life, and the author of the book Shape Shift. He was the editor of the journal Alternative Medicine Review and has been an instructor at the University of Bridgeport in the College of Naturopathic Medicine. Dr. Kelly has published hundreds of articles on natural medicine and nutrition, contributed three chapters to the Textbook of Natural Medicine, and has more than 30 journal articles indexed on PubMed.

IN THIS EPISODE

Enhancing longevity AND wellness in your later years
What are zombie cells, and how do they contribute to aging?
Main parts of the body impacted by zombie or senescent cells
Senolytics and how they work against zombie cells in the body
Qualia Senolytics and the science and research behind them
Top non-negotiable supplements for optimal health
Enhancing women’s hormonal and reproductive longevity
How to get Qualia Senolytic NOW at a discounted rate!

QUOTES

“As these zombie cells accumulate wherever in our body, our joints, our skin, our brain, our muscle tissues, our fat tissues, they cause both local problems and systemic problems.”

“They scanned a whole bunch of different compounds, both plant extracts and actual medications, and came up with two that, especially when combined together, worked really well to get these zombie cells to finally go through cellular death.”

“These people all had some degree of joint discomfort, and what we saw was about a 60% improvement over three dosing cycles. So this seemed like it made a big benefit.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get your Qualia Life Senolytic for 15% off HERE!

Qualia Life Website

Qualia Life Instagram

Qualia Life YouTube Channel

Pre-order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

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658: 7 Books That Will Transform Your Life in 2025

July 1, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Books are powerful tools for self-growth and wellness.

In my personal experience, books have been truly life-changing. The right book at the right time can be exactly what you need to get back on track and start to feel like the clearest, most powerful version of YOU.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you some of my all-time favorite books across all genres. From authors like Mel Robbins to Gabrielle Bernstein, we’re covering fiction, non-fiction, and even my newest favorite– romantic fantasy (don’t knock it til you try it, ladies… trust me!).

Books can be an escape, a tool for self-love and confidence-building, and a way to reconnect with yourself and with others. So don’t miss this episode to uncover my top transformative books to add to your library!

IN THIS EPISODE

How books can be transformative for yourself and your wellness
7 of my favorite life-changing books for different seasons of life
How authors’ personal lives influence their written stories
A hint at when my future Book Club will be announced!
What to expect in my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

QUOTES

“The power of the right book at the right time… It doesn’t just give you information, it gives you transformation. And as I’m about to release my 9th book, The Perimenopause Revolution, I’m reminded why books matter so much.”

“Too many women have forgotten how wild and powerful they truly are. This book is a beautiful reminder and a challenge to become yourself again, to come home to yourself.”

“This is about thriving through the second half of our lives because when women feel alive, aligned, and energized, we don’t just exist. We transform our families, our communities. We transform the world.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE!

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657: How to Prevent, Manage, and Even Reverse Osteoporosis Naturally: The Hormone-Bone Health Connection Every Woman Needs to Know with Dr. Doug Lucas

June 27, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Osteoporosis is showing up at younger ages in women.

So, waiting until menopause to start thinking about your bones is just way too late.

That’s why in this episode, I’m joined by orthopedic medicine expert Dr. Doug Lucas for a powerful conversation on bone health, aging, longevity, and why your bones are one of the most important (yet often overlooked) pieces of your long-term wellness.

We’ll dive into the surprising ways your daily habits impact your bone density—and what you can do right now to protect and even rebuild your bones as you age.

Dr. Lucas breaks down the importance of supporting your musculoskeletal system, screening and early prevention measures, and why your 30s and 40s are critical decades for building lifelong bone strength.

Strong bones mean a strong life—and it’s never too early (or too late!) to start taking care of them!

Doug Lucas, DO

Dr. Doug Lucas is a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon turned osteoporosis specialist. His mission is to show the world that osteoporosis is preventable AND reversible. He’s the founder of Optimal Human Health MD and PEMA BioIdentical, as well as the creator of The OsteoCollective– where he empowers others to optimize bone health, hormones, and longevity.

IN THIS EPISODE

The importance of bone health throughout ALL of adulthood
Imaging and biomarker screening for osteoporosis detection
Factors driving bone loss in younger women
The role hormones play in bone health and bone loss
Lifestyle strategies to enhance bone health and longevity
Strength training recommendations for building strong bones
HRT for women to improve bone health

QUOTES

“I get it from a public health perspective, you want to screen when you’re most likely to see the disease… But that doesn’t help us prevent it. And preventing osteoporosis is so much easier than reversing osteoporosis.”

“If you are a postmenopausal woman, I strongly encourage you to consider bioidentical hormone replacement, because estradiol is the biggest tool you can use for bone health.”