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710: Kickstart Your New Year: How One Simple Habit Can Transform Your Life, Health, and Mindset

January 8, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

You don’t have to overhaul your life with your New Year’s Resolutions. Small habits, when done consistently, can completely change your health trajectory– changing your LIFE. 

In today’s episode, I’m flipping the script on midlife health—because you don’t need another restrictive plan or pressure-filled protocol to feel better. 

Instead, I’m sharing my top five simple yet powerful habits that can truly shift your energy, metabolism, and mindset in midlife. 

These are realistic, supportive practices designed to meet you where you are, not demand more discipline or perfection. 

You’ll also hear how you can build real momentum alongside thousands of women in my FREE 7-day Metabolism & Hormone Jumpstart Challenge. In just one week, you can reignite your energy, reset your metabolism, and start feeling like yourself again—without willpower battles or crash diets. 

Tune in here for a science-backed, supportive reset that actually works!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Overcoming the post-holiday season fatigue and burnout 
  2. The reset you need to start the new year right
  3. Looking at your own habits that make your life run smoother
  4. My top 5 go-to habits to boost energy and metabolism 
  5. How consistency with even ONE of these habits is life-changing
  6. All about my FREE 7-day Hormone & Metabolism Jumpstart 

QUOTES

“The holiday season– it’s a lot. It’s a lot on our nervous system. It’s a lot on our metabolism, it’s a lot on our hormones. And [all the] while midlife, perimenopause, and menopause are playing behind the scenes.”

“Here’s the thing, you don’t need to do all the things, but choose one habit. And committing to it can change your entire health trajectory, and that changes your life.”

“You need a jumpstart that honors your body and nervous system right now. This isn’t about perfection; it’s about momentum. This isn’t about restriction, it’s about support. It’s about wins. So let’s do this together.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Sign up for my 7-day Hormone & Metabolism Jumpstart HERE! 

Order my newest book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE!

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707: Before You Plan 2026, Ask Yourself This: 12 End-of-Year Questions to Realign Your Energy, Goals, and Hormones

December 30, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

At the end of a busy year, you’re probably feeling like you’ve been running on empty while pouring into everyone else. 

So in this reflective episode, I invite you to pause and look back on 2025 with honesty and compassion for yourself.

Together, we address the exhaustion so many midlife women are carrying and create space for a much-needed reset after a full and demanding year. 

You’ll be guided through what truly worked in 2025, what you’re ready to release, and what you want to consciously carry forward as you turn the page. 

With a focus on discernment, alignment, and intention—hallmarks of the perimenopausal journey—this episode offers 12 powerful reflection questions to help you find clarity on all you’ve gone through this year.  

Tune in to honor how far you’ve come and step into 2026 with renewed confidence and purpose!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Taking what I’ve learned in 2025 into the new year 
  2. Discovering what you want to call on in 2026 
  3. The benefits of taking time for reflection activities 
  4. How to make the most of a dedicated reflection time 
  5. My 12 end-of-year reflection questions for your 2025
  6. Highlighting what you would like to see more of in 2026

QUOTES

“I feel like this is the season of slowing down or at least becoming a bit more discerning about what we’re saying yes to and what we’re saying no to.”

 “I want to invite you into an end-of-year reflection practice, not the kind that’s overwhelming or guilt-inducing. Just real simple questions that help us reconnect with what worked, what didn’t, and who we want to be, and who we need to be in the next year to come because without reflection, we are destined to repeat.”

“May 2026 be your most vibrant, energized, and aligned year yet– may you get all the wins, or at least one, right? Give me the wins!”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

My Newest Book: The Perimenopause Revolution 

Join me on Instagram!

Use code ENERGIZED and get $100 on your first CAROL Bike order

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703: The Metabolic-Immune Connection Every Woman Must Understand with Dr. Jeffrey Bland

December 16, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

The immune system is a MASSIVE key to your overall health. So what can you do to best support it and truly THRIVE at any age? 

In this episode, pioneering functional medicine expert Dr. Jeffrey Bland joins me to explore how immune system rejuvenation can be a game-changer for long-term health.

We dive into the idea that food truly is medicine, and how targeted nutrition (while minimizing ultra-processed foods) can help the immune system recover AND strengthen. 

Dr. Bland shares exciting insights on immuno-rejuvenation and spotlights an ancient yet “new” superfood—Himalayan Tartary Buckwheat—that’s paving the way for the future of nutrition and longevity.

Together, we unpack how chronic stress, inflammation, and poor nutrition quietly tax the body over time, increasing disease risk, and what you can do to interrupt that cycle. 

Ready for real healing to occur?

Tune into this episode for realistic, practical lifestyle strategies for sleep, stress, and nourishment to help you feel stronger, more resilient, and energized for your years ahead!

Jeff Bland, PhD

Dr. Jeffrey Bland is the founder of Big Bold Health, a company on a mission to transform how people think about the immune system. Jeff’s career in health spans more than 40 years. As a nutritional biochemist by training, he began his career as a university professor and later spent three decades in the natural products industry. In 1991, he and his wife founded The Institute for Functional Medicine. In 2012, Jeff founded another educational nonprofit called the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute. Jeff is the author of The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life, as well as countless other books and research papers.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Understanding the root causes of disease in functional medicine
  2. The importance of your immune and nervous systems
  3. The negative impacts ultra-processed foods have on your body 
  4. The significance of immune system rejuvenation for your health 
  5. Top food recommendations for optimal immune system health 
  6. How Tartary Buckwheat can enhance health and longevity 
  7. The drivers of neuroinflammation in the brain 
  8. Lifestyle practices to support physical and emotional resiliance 
  9.  About Dr. Jeffrey Bland’s company, Big Bold Health 

QUOTES

“The only 2 places that are surveying the outside world to tell our inside body how to work 24/7 are the nervous system and the immune system. And those two systems are interconnected and they regulate how we look, act and feel. They speak to every organ of our body.”

“That science supports the fact that when you intervene with the right things [in] your body in a fairly short period of time–three months– [it] can turn itself around.”

“When we’re tuning our immune system, we’re actually tuning how we’re living in the world to feel safe– and it’s relationships, it’s environment, it’s our food. If our food is unsafe, then our body is unsafe. So I think that’s a really powerful metaphor to where we want to navigate our life to be in a tolerant, safe place.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Use code MARIZA and get 20% off on your Timeline order

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

Dr. Jeff Bland’s Website: Big Bold Health 

Dr. Jeff’s Book: The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life

Dr. Jeff Bland on Instagram 

See more from Big Bold Health on Instagram 

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686: Your Second Puberty Explained: What’s Really Happening to Your Body in Perimenopause 

October 7, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Perimenopause is really like your “second puberty,”– and it sets the course for the rest of your life.

So in this episode, I’m giving you a special sneak peek into my brand-new book, The Perimenopause Revolution!

We’ll dive into what perimenopause really is, why it matters, and how understanding hormonal and metabolic changes can transform the way you navigate this stage of life. 

Even though half the world’s population will go through it, perimenopause is still clouded with confusion—so I’m here to clear it all up. 

From the wide range of symptoms to the long-term impact on your health, you’ll learn why this transition is not the beginning of the end, but the beginning of a more connected, vital, and powerful you. 

Tune in here and get inspired to put your best foot forward in this exciting new chapter of your life!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. What to expect in my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution
  2. What’s driving the confusion around perimenopause?
  3. Understanding the system-wide changes during perimenopause
  4. Recognizing feelings and emotions common in perimenopause
  5. How to know when you’re in perimenopause 
  6. Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause 
  7. How perimenopause can impact all aspects of your life 

QUOTES

“Symptoms and changes in the body are a result of fluctuating and declining hormones that have far-reaching effects on many important systems– the brain, heart, metabolism, bones, and muscles, to name a few.” 

“My goal with this book is to help women gain a greater understanding of the impact of hormone shifts, as well as changes in metabolism and blood sugar on every aspect of their health. That way, they can target these areas and confidently approach the second half of life feeling strong, resilient, and energized.”

“Perimenopause forces us to confront challenges in a whole new way because what worked before no longer does, and ultimately, I think that’s a good thing because we learn to prioritize what really matters and let go of what doesn’t serve us anymore.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

Join The Perimenopause Solution LIVE event HERE! 

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655: The Hidden Truth About Perimenopause That No One’s Talking About (And Why It Changes Everything About How You Age)

June 20, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

If you’ve started to feel blindsided [and totally frustrated!] by energy crashes, brain fog, or mood swings in midlife, you’re not alone.

But here’s what no one’s talking about… this isn’t something to ignore or just power through. Perimenopause in midlife is a MASSIVE transition. 

And the choices you make right NOW will determine your health for the next 40+ years. 

In this episode, I’m sharing some science-backed strategies straight from my new book, The Perimenopause Revolution, to help you reclaim your energy, feel more like yourself again, and confidently navigate this powerful midlife transition. 

We’re diving into the surprising connections between your current symptoms and your long-term health, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how to future-proof your body with smart, supportive habits. 

Don’t let another day go by accepting less than you deserve. Listen here for all my tips and join the thousands of women who are already transforming their midlife experience with my perimenopause Freebies!

IN THIS EPISODE

  • The drastic changes we go through during perimenopause 
  • The knowledge gap in women’s health research 
  • How your choices now impact the quality of the rest of your life
  • How your hormones can bottom out during perimenopause 
  • Essential biomarkers to monitor in perimenopause and beyond 
  • Non-negotiable lifestyle strategies for optimal health
  • How to Pre-order The Menopause Revolution book and get tons of FREE bonuses!

QUOTES

“Once you understand what’s happening in your body during this profound transition… You can transform perimenopause from something that happens to you to something you navigate with power, knowledge, and most importantly, the right support.”

“8 out of 10 of the most common perimenopausal symptoms are brain-related. We’re talking sleep issues, brain fog, rage, mood swings, irritability, night sweats, zero stress tolerance, mental fatigue, anxiety, hot flashes…”

“It’s everything you need to get the results that you deserve. Perimenopause isn’t the beginning of your decline. It’s your wake-up call to step into the most vibrant, confident, unapologetic version of yourself for the next 40+ years.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

Dr. Mariza on Facebook 

Thriving in Perimenopause FREE Survival Guide

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