SO MANY women have come to me asking if they should start taking birth control pills to alleviate their symptoms during perimenopause. 
It’s complicated! The pill CAN lessen some of your perimenopause symptoms by shutting off your hormones, BUT like other medications, they are only a band-aid and come packed with problematic side effects… 
They ALSO fail miserably at getting to the root cause of our most disruptive symptoms. 
Tune in to today’s podcast for to find out what birth control pills do to your hormones, health, and ovulatory cycle, PLUS things you can do to naturally alleviate your perimenopause symptoms AND LEARN: 

The difference between having a natural cycle vs. birth control pill cycle

 What is progesterone and what are its top benefits 

 Why detoxing your liver is essential to balancing your hormones 

 Which lifestyle habits are your BEST friend 

 How to address key nutrient deficiencies with specific supplements 



Mentioned in This Episode
Live Support Blend – The Detoxifier
14-Day Detox Kit – The Gut-Resetter
Hormone Balance – The Hormone-Balancer
Essentially Whole Store – Your Home for All-Things Healthy

Additional Resources
How Estrogen Dominance Affects PMS During Perimenopause
Progesterone and Progestins: What Are They and Are They Different?
Podcast Episode 315: 10 Surprising Symptoms of Estrogen Dominance 
Podcast #338: Got Excess Estrogen? How to Test and Detoxify Too Much Estrogen
How Estrogen Dominance Affects PMS During Perimenopause
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Bonus Episode: Are Birth Control Pills the Best Remedy for Perimenopause Symptom

Energized host and bestselling author Dr. Mariza Snyder puts the power back in your hands so that you can age powerfully and live life to the fullest. Get ready to navigate your hormone and metabolic journey with wisdom and grace throughout your forties and beyond. 
Each episode will leave you feeling empowered with the knowledge of how your body actually works by providing root-cause explanations for the symptoms you’re facing (with a side of real talk) along with proven, research-driven solutions to reset your metabolism, fatigue, and hormones. In each information-packed episode, you will discover solutions designed to reclaim your energy and aliveness so that you can feel ENERGIZED in your body and become the CEO of your health. 
Visit www.drmariza.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus game-changing programs, products, and incredible support designed to optimize your metabolism, energy, and brain function as you powerfully navigate the second half of your life.  
This podcast was formerly named "Essentially You with Dr. Mariza".

Alternative Health

Health

Medicine

Science & Medicine

Health & Fitness

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, NP 

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. 

IN THIS EPISODE

Adjusting your sleep through time changes and travel 

Reducing your toxic load and boosting mitochondrial support 

Why keeping your blood sugar balanced is crucial in midlife 

Tips for reducing perimenopause and menopause symptoms  

Addressing menopause insulin resistance and weight gain 

Key benefits of wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) 

Diet, intermittent fasting, sleep, and exercise in perimenopause 

The importance of eating adequate protein in midlife

Personal development and getting to the root of your “why”

Recommendations for navigating sleep in midlife 


View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode580

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Cynthia’s Website
Check out Cynthia’s Podcast!
Cynthia’s YouTube Channel
Cynthia’s Instagram

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580: Mastering Your Sleep, Metabolism and Overall Health in Midlife with Cynthia Thurlow

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 Blum, MS, RD, CDN, CNS

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. 

IN THIS EPISODE

Esther’s hormone replacement journey 

Navigating changes in perimenopause and menopause

The stress response and regulating your nervous system

The importance of functional labs throughout menopause 

Optimizing detox pathways through the liver and gut 

Addressing the awareness around hormone replacement therapy

The difference between birth control and menopause care 

Is hormone replacement therapy safe for long-term use?

Hormones after a hysterectomy 

Hormone replacement in addition to lifestyle improvements 



RESOURCES MENTIONED
14-Day Menopausal Metabolic Meal Plan with recipes
Esther’s Instagram
Esther’s Website 
Ester on TikTok!

RELATED EPISODES 
#404: Do Women Need to Wait till Menopause to Begin Hormone Replacement Therapy? With Esther Blum
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578: The Far-Reaching Physical and Psychological Impact of Hormones, Hormonal Birth Control and the Menopause Transition with Dr. Sarah Hill
#572: How To Know You Are in Perimenopause Including The 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones
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579: Hormone Replacement Options and Hormone Testing for Women in Midlife + Self Advocacy for Optimal Health with Esther Blum

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 
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. 

IN THIS EPISODE

Adjusting your lifestyle to different phases of your cycle 

What happens to your body through perimenopause

Addressing modern day’s standard of care for women’s health 

Hormone replacement options and their benefits 

Hormonal birth control and the side effects of it 

Birth control’s connection to the stress-response system 

Tips for getting your body off birth control 


View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode578

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Get Dr. Hill’s Book: This Is Your Brain on Birth Control
Dr. Hill’s Instagram
Dr. Hill’s Website

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#557: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Hormone Replacement in Their 40s And beyond with Felice Gersh
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#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
#424: Move Over Birth Control Pills, There’s A New Type of Contraception in Town That’s Completely Natural with Elina Berglund
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578: The Far Reaching Physical and Psychological Impact of Hormones, Hormonal Birth Control and The Menopause Transition with Dr. Sarah Hill

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
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. 

IN THIS EPISODE

How Phoebe overcame her challenges with Autoimmune disease  

The impact food has on the illnesses of modern-day 

Dietary tips for balancing your blood sugar and metabolism

The truth about fad diets and what’s actually good for your body 

Diversifying your plate to enhance your gut microbiome  

Spotting secret sugars and reducing your sugar intake 

The science behind your digestion 

Top HACKS for a balanced diet… without feeling restricted  


View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode577

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Get Phoebe’s Carbivore Cookbook and Gain Instant Access to the Blood Sugar Bootcamp Course HERE!
Phoebe’s Instagram
Phoebe’s Website

RELATED EPISODES 
#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
#531: How To Create Metabolism-Loving Meals That Can Fix Your Blood Sugar and Ward Off Chronic Disease


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577: How to Put Gut Loving Carbs Back on the Table (Without Blood Sugar Consequences) with Phoebe Lapine

EPISODE SUMMARY
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. Vonda Wright, MD, MS, FAOA
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. 

IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Wright’s menopause story: how she got to where she is today

Working out to maintain the neuromuscular skeletal system

Musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause

Addressing collagen loss with aging 

Why to consider estradiol in the prevention of osteoporosis 

Lifestyle tips to enhance musculoskeletal health and metabolism 

Addressing women's longevity and quality of life with aging 

Dr. Wright’s Midlife Mastery Program– and where to find her!


View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode576

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Register for the Midlife Mastery Retreat! 
Get Your Strong & Courageous: No Excuses Guide to Thrive in (peri)Menopause Guide HERE!
NOVAMD Midlife Product Line
Dr. Wright’s Website
Dr. Wright’s Instagram
Check out Dr. Wright on YouTube!

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#552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength And Longevity With Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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Bonus Episode: Are Birth Control Pills the Best Remedy for Perimenopause Symptom

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