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#606: Shattering Menopause Myths Once and for All with Dr. Nicky Keay

November 12, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

What if menopause wasn’t the end of your best years—but the beginning of them?

I know that might feel impossible right now. 

But trust me, we’re going to get you there!

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nicky Keay, a renowned endocrinologist, author, and researcher. 

And together, we’re pulling back the curtain on menopause and hormone therapy with truths that could change everything about how you approach this stage of life.

We’re diving into the science behind HRT and busting myths that have held women back for generations. 

You’ll learn why progesterone is a game-changer for mood, sleep, and energy—and how it could be the key to feeling truly amazing through menopause and beyond.

This conversation is PACKED with expert tips and practical guidance you won’t find anywhere else. 

So, if you’re ready to finally get the full story on menopause…

AND discover what it takes to reclaim your health after 50… 

Tune in now for all of that and SO much more!

IN THIS EPISODE

  • How to decode hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to make the best choices for your health
  • Breaking down the most common myths about menopause and HRT
  • Why progesterone is critical for sleep, mood, and overall energy—and how to optimize it
  • How women can personalize HRT to fit their unique symptoms and health goals
  • Practical lifestyle changes that support hormone health through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond
  • Tips on advocating for your hormonal health, especially if your doctor isn’t HRT-savvy

QUOTES

“Menopause isn’t just a biological milestone—it’s a whole-body shift. The truth is, your hormones don’t stop affecting you; they just change how they interact with your body.”

“For so long, women have been told to ‘just deal with it.’ But that’s a huge myth. There are real options out there to make this stage of life vibrant and powerful.”

“Estrogen and progesterone are not just ‘reproductive hormones.’ They affect every cell in the body, and losing them affects everything from mood to metabolism to cardiovascular health.”

“We can’t ignore the connection between mood swings, energy crashes, and hormonal shifts. When you lose progesterone, it affects your brain, your mood, and even your sleep. These changes aren’t all in your head—they’re real.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Pre-Order Dr. Nicky Keay’s NEW Book: Use code MARIZA for an exclusive discount on Dr. Nicky’s book—The Myths of Menopause.

Dr. Nicky’s Hormone Clinic—connect with Dr. Nicky for personalized hormonal support

Click here to register for my Fix Your Metabolism Masterclass

Go to zoe.com and use the code “ENERIZE10” for 10% off of your Zoe membership.
Get 10% OFF Karen’s non-prescription transdermal hormone options with promo code MARIZA

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

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

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

November 5, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 1

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Have you been on the fence about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and unsure which—if any—options are even right for you? 

You’re not alone.

And you don’t have to navigate it blindly.

In this week’s podcast, we’re diving straight into what most doctors aren’t telling women about HRT. 

Whether it’s static versus cyclic dosing, the benefits of bioidentical hormones, or how to get the most out of progesterone and estrogen…

Certified hormone expert Karen Martel is here to help you cut through the confusion.

She’s revealing why the one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work for hormone therapy, especially during perimenopause and menopause.

And how you can tailor HRT to meet your specific needs. 

Together, we’ll uncover the pros and cons of different HRT options, ways to maximize your body’s natural rhythm, and essential questions to ask your practitioner to get real results.

If you’ve been waiting for clarity and confidence to make your decision around HRT…

Tune in now to finally get those answers and much more!

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Why static vs. cyclic hormone dosing matters, and why static doses may not work for everyone.
  • Karen’s experiences with different types of hormone therapy, including transdermal and oral progesterone, and why one method doesn’t fit all.
  • The biggest misconceptions about HRT and how they may be holding you back from the right solution.
  • Karen’s new transdermal hormone product line, including progesterone and estrogen options, designed to make HRT more accessible.
  • Tips on advocating for your hormonal health, especially if your doctor isn’t HRT-savvy.
  • And more!

QUOTES

“The reality is that most practitioners aren’t trained in bioidentical hormones, yet they’re the ones deciding what’s ‘safe’ or ‘effective.’ They’re making calls about our hormones without really understanding what women actually need.”

“Hormone therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Every woman deserves options that are tailored to her unique body, especially through perimenopause and menopause.”

“Don’t let anyone dictate what you should feel during perimenopause. Test, experiment, and advocate for yourself—it’s your life, your body, and your hormones.”

“Women are often afraid of hormone replacement, but bioidentical hormones are identical to what our bodies naturally make. They’re as natural to us as our own biology.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Karen Martel’s Clinic – Explore Karen’s telemedicine clinic for hormone support

Karen’s Hormone Quiz 

Transdermal Hormone Products – Get 10% OFF Karen’s non-prescription transdermal hormone options with promo code MARIZA

Karen’s Instagram: @KarenMartelHormones

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#602: The Right and Wrong Way to Lose Weight + Overcoming Panic Attacks by Feeling Safe in Your Body with Michelle Shapiro

October 15, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Have you ever felt like the pressure to look a certain way is pushing you to extremes—leaving you more anxious, depleted, and unsafe in your own body? 

And what if most of that pressure is actually coming from within?

The truth is:

The harder you push, the harder it gets. 

Take it from Dr. Michelle Shapiro, a renowned anxiety expert and dietitian whose incredible health transformation started with drastic weight loss that ultimately spiraled into severe health issues like hypothyroidism, panic attacks, and nutrient deficiencies.

In today’s podcast, Michelle gets real about the right and wrong ways to lose weight.

She reveals WHY her body rebelled against the pressure to change—and how she ultimately found healing  through targeted nutrition, rebuilding her stress response, and learning to quiet the internal voices fueling her anxiety.

Together, we dig into the often-overlooked internal battles that keep us stuck in hypervigilance and self-doubt. 

And why it’s SO crucial to listen to these signals.

Tune in to discover practical tools for rebalancing your body, setting boundaries, and learning how to truly nurture yourself in moments of chaos. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • How drastic weight loss can backfire, causing nutrient deficiencies, hormone imbalances, and panic attacks
  • Why many women feel trapped in a constant state of hypervigilance, always waiting for the next crisis to hit
  • How to identify and address the internal voices that fuel anxiety, using strategies from internal family systems therapy
  • Practical strategies for resetting your body’s stress response, so you no longer feel like you’re stuck in fight-or-flight mode
  • Why setting clear boundaries and reclaiming your time and energy are crucial for managing anxiety
  • How to stop chasing symptoms and start healing the root causes of panic attacks and chronic stress
  • The importance of working with practitioners who help you feel seen, heard, and safe

QUOTES

“Weight loss is often seen as the ultimate goal for health, but if it’s done wrong, it can wreak havoc on your body—leading to hormone imbalances, panic attacks, and more.”

“Feeling like your body is in constant overdrive, like you’re stuck in fight-or-flight, is your body’s way of telling you it doesn’t feel safe.”

“Panic attacks aren’t just in your head. They’re your body’s alarm system, and unless you address the root causes—like nutrient depletion or chronic stress—they’ll keep coming.”

“Setting boundaries and reclaiming your energy is the ultimate act of self-care. You can’t be everything to everyone without losing yourself.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Connect with Michelle Shapiro

The Highly Sensitive Body Hub – a resource for those struggling with chronic health issues like histamine intolerance, POTS, and hypermobility

LAST CHANCE! Save your FREE seat for my upcoming Thriving in Perimenopause & Menopause Summit

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#601: The Food You Eat Will Impact Your Menopause Journey + Foods to Ease Menopause and Promote Longevity with Dr. Federica Amati

October 8, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

It’s no secret that our bodies have to endure dramatic metabolic shifts throughout perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.  

Things that used to feel effortless—like keeping your energy, mood, and weight in check—now take everything you’ve got. 

But what if there was an easier way?

A simple method to future-proof your body against aging, declining health, and even disease?

Spoiler alert: There is. 

In today’s episode, Dr. Federica Amati (a leading clinical nutrition scientist and medical advisor at Zoe) joined me to help move the narrative toward practical solutions and a diet plan you can start using to navigate menopause TODAY. 

We explore the concept of “bioharmony” and how to use data, technology, and the right food to help you significantly reduce your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. 

Dr. Federica also shares invaluable advice on how to track your symptoms and assess your progress using a FREE tool called a Menoscale. 

If you’re struggling with ANY of the many disruptive symptoms of perimenopause or menopause…

Tune in to find out how to overcome them and SO much more!

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Why women experience a sharp increase in cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and dementia risks after menopause—and how you can prevent them
  • The common but often overlooked symptoms of perimenopause, such as brain fog, mood swings, and weight resistance
  • The power of food and targeted nutrition (with actionable diet tips) 
  • How to use tracking tools like the Menoscale to better understand AND improve your symptoms 
  • Why metabolic health is the foundation of feeling your best during perimenopause and menopause
  • The power of daily habits like nutrient-rich eating, stress management, and intentional energy use to reverse metabolic decline
  • How women can reclaim their energy and vitality even when it feels like everything is shifting around them

QUOTES

“Once menopause hits, a woman’s risk for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and dementia skyrockets. It’s something we have to absolutely talk about with the women we’re working with to empower them to reduce these risks.”

99.8% of women in perimenopause report at least one symptom, but many don’t realize things like mood swings, irritability, or brain fog are directly related to hormonal changes.”

“You can’t change what you don’t track. Tracking your menopausal symptoms—and seeing how specific interventions like dietary changes, exercise, or hormone therapy improve them—is essential for understanding what works for your body.”

“We created a free tool called the Menoscale, developed with the British Menopause Society. It helps you track your top 20 menopause symptoms, see where you stand, and measure improvements over time.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Start tacking your menopause symptoms using the Menoscale

Go here and use code ENERGIZE10 for 10% off your Zoe membership

Connect with Dr. Federica

Download my FREE 14 Hormone-Balancing Recipes Guide

Save your FREE seat for my upcoming Thriving in Perimenopause & Menopause Summit

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#600: We Need to Address Why Women Don’t Feel Like Themselves Anymore in Perimenopause with Dr. Mariza

October 1, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Have you ever felt like you don’t recognize yourself anymore? 

Not just physically, but a sinking feeling that something is deeply wrong and you can’t quite put your finger on it?

For many women in perimenopause, this is their new reality.

And it’s time we talk about why!

The fact is, hormonal shifts during this transition can unexpectedly trigger PTSD-like symptoms—especially if you’ve experienced trauma in the past. 

Flashbacks, nightmares, and heightened anxiety come on without warning. 

The trauma may even feel like it’s happening all over again.

Many women describe it as a sense of being completely disconnected from themselves—just like I did when I entered perimenopause.

Which is why today, I’m addressing the issue head on.

I reveal why perimenopause is often called our ‘second puberty‘—and how it can be just as unsettling as adolescence.

Plus, I’ll help you make sense of symptoms like mood swings, anxiety, and brain fog, so you can stop blaming yourself and start understanding the real changes happening in your body.

If you’ve been feeling lost, untethered, or even sacred… 

Tune in for the clarity, support, and solutions you need to feel like YOU again. 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • How hormonal changes during perimenopause can trigger PTSD and trauma-related symptoms
  • Why 8 out of the 10 most common perimenopause symptoms are brain-related
  • My personal experience with hormone fluctuations and the “second puberty”
  • The importance of understanding your baseline to recognize perimenopause symptoms
  • What symptoms like irrational fear, sudden anxiety, and low stress resilience are telling you
  • Why perimenopause has a profound impact on women’s metabolic, neurological, and cardiovascular health
  • How the perimenopause transition sets the stage for long-term health in post-menopause

QUOTES

“Hormonal shifts during this transition can bring SCARY flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety back to the surface. You may even feel like the trauma is happening all over again.”

“Perimenopause is a hormonal reckoning, and everything is up for review. But with the right knowledge and support, we can gain agency over our health and thrive in midlife.”

“Feeling like you’ve lost yourself during perimenopause isn’t just in your head—it’s a direct result of hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline of estrogen and progesterone, which affect everything from your mood to your ability to handle stress.”

“Eight out of the ten most common perimenopause symptoms are brain-related—things like mood swings, brain fog, anxiety, irritability, and mental fatigue. 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Save your FREE seat for my upcoming Thriving in Perimenopause & Menopause Summit 

Download a FREE copy of my 14 Hormone-Balancing Recipes Guide 

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