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Today, we're diving into the topic of metabolic dysfunction and its impact on women's health. Don't worry, even though it may sound intimidating, we're going to discuss all the ways to avoid it, detect it, and even fix it! After all, that's what we hope to improve in, right?

Hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder joins us in this episode to cover what many people overlook and the complication to our metabolic health that has much to do with no surprise – our sex hormones. Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause, or beyond, it's crucial for us to make pivots and shifts, especially between the ages of 35 and 55, that gears us up for the level of endurance, longevity, energy, and living our best life.

In this episode, you will learn: 

• Why monitoring your menstrual cycle is the best biohack
• Get into the habit of checking your blood sugar as often as you check your bank account!
• What are the best ways to increase progesterone levels
• If you're not ovulating, that could easily be a thyroid or insulin resistance issue
• The Blood Sugar - Hot Flash Connection
• FACT: Once we hit 45 years old, we lose over half of our progesterone levels and only about 25% of our estrogen
• The five tenets of what will keep us metabolically healthy

Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional practitioner, women’s hormone expert and the author of eight books: The newest book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution, focuses on solutions for women in perimenopause and menopause and the #1 National Bestselling book, The Essential Oils Hormone Solution, focuses on balancing women’s hormones naturally.  Other bestselling books are: The Smart Mom’s Guide to Essential Oils and The DASH Diet Cookbook.  

Dr. Mariza is also the host of the top rated Essentially You Podcast, (with over 6 million downloads) designed to empower women to become the CEO of their health.

Check out her website, drmariza.com, for women's hormone tips, including recipes and supplementation.