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Are you someone trying to manage perimenopause or menopause while ALSO dealing with frustrating chronic illness symptoms? 

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Jessica Drummond—clinical nutritionist, physical therapist, and board-certified health coach—who has spent over 25 years helping women navigate the tangled intersection of hormones, immune health, and chronic illness. 

We dive into what to do when your perimenopause symptoms blur into post-viral syndromes, autoimmune flares, chronic fatigue, and more. 

Dr. Jessica shares how to discover when there’s something deeper going on—and how to uncover the real root causes of your symptoms.

Plus, she offers practical, science-backed strategies to support your hormones, immune system, and energy levels, even if you’ve felt stuck for years. 

Tune in to feel empowered AND educated on your midlife symptoms! 

Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC 

Dr. Jessica Drummond is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute. She has 25 years of clinical experience as a licensed physical therapist, licensed clinical nutritionist, and board-certified health coach working with women who battle chronic pain, illnesses, and post-viral syndromes. Her integrative approach helps her patients overcome hormonal imbalances and chronic pain conditions. Dr. Drummond was educated at the University of Virginia, Emory University, Duke Integrative Medicine, and Maryland University of Integrative Health.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“85% of women in perimenopause also have other chronic illnesses; endometriosis, autoimmune disease, pain syndromes, PCOS, chronic concussions, diabetes…”

“I always say this is kind of the only time in life you get to slow down for a minute. I highly suggest hiring a coach… You probably never had this opportunity to lead from your desires.” 

“You're in perimenopause. You have a lot going on physiologically. You have a lot going on in your career, your parenting, but also your decisions aren't exactly your own. I feel like for me, they've always been integrated with at least my husband and my kids… so you also have to deepen your skillset of relationships, of listening, of prioritizing people's desires and needs.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Integrative Women’s Health Institute Website

Dr. Jessica Drummond’s Free workshop for women's health and wellness professionals

Integrative Women’s Health Institute on Instagram 

Pre-order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution 

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591: Post Viral Syndromes, Your Immune System, and Your Hormones in Midlife with Dr. Jessica Drummond
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Ladies, are you looking for a break from the constant emotional load you’re carrying? 

In this episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Angela Foster, former corporate lawyer turned women’s health expert, who’s here to help you transform your health from the inside out. 

We dive into the hidden toll that stress and over-responsibility take on your energy, hormones, and long-term health. Plus, we cover heart rate variability (HRV) and how it can be a key tool for tracking and supporting your resilience and recovery.

You’ll hear simple, science-backed shifts you can make starting today to feel seen, strong, and in charge of your health again. 

Ready to finally stop running on empty and start thriving? 

Check out the episode here and take control of your life now… and for the next 30 years and beyond! 

Angela Foster

Angela Foster is a former Corporate lawyer turned Certified Integrative Health Coach, Nutritionist, personal trainer, and the host of the top-rated global podcast High Performance Health. She’s spent the last 10 years studying functional medicine, research programs, and coaching, and has interviewed the world’s top doctors and researchers in health, hormones, longevity, and high performance. Her 21-day hormone reset program is designed to help women regain their power and confidence. 

IN THIS EPISODE

Dealing with burnout and how it led to Angela’s career change 

Navigating postpartum and midlife hormonal changes

How do we address the invisible load that women carry? 

Why HRV (Heart Rate Variability) is a powerful metric for health 

Ways to support your mental health in midlife

Simple changes to enhance energy and resilience in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond!  

QUOTES

“I recognize the signs, and I think if there's any wavering in my mood, that's a really good indicator. But also, I pay attention to my HRV– if that starts going down, I know that's a sign. I also have gotten better now at paying attention to my recovery in terms of my workouts.”

“Staying in alignment with my purpose has been really helpful. Just living in alignment, in sync with my priorities and my values has been a big one for me as well. So I carve out time for my family.”

“Our brain is the driver of so much. And if our mental health game isn't dialed in as moms, as career women, as women who are upholding communities… It can feel like it all just unravels and falls apart.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Join Angela’s 21-Day Hormone Reset Program HERE!  

Angela’s Podcast: High Performance Health

Angela’s Instagram

Pre-order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution

Join the FREE Thriving in Perimenopause and Menopause summit

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586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience and Brain Power with Dr. Mariza

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Wondering why your teenage acne seems to be coming back in full force during midlife? 

This week, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Katie Stewart joins the podcast to dive deep into the hidden causes of adult acne. Her method, The Clear Skin Solution, has helped women all over the world heal their skin from the inside out.

We’re talking about the root causes of frustrating adult-onset acne like gut imbalances, sluggish detox pathways, hormone fluctuations, and emotional stress, especially in perimenopause and menopause. Katie breaks down why your skin is reacting this way and what you can do to actually fix it—naturally and effectively.

It isn’t about covering up your skin and symptoms; it’s about true, lasting healing!

Check out this conversation and get your skin– and whole body– back in balance. 

Katie Stewart

Katie Stewart is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and the founder of Katie Stewart Wellness, where she helps women clear chronic acne by healing from the inside out. Through her signature method, The Clear Skin Solution, and co-hosting the #1 Nutrition Podcast on Apple, The Clear Skin Chronicles, Katie guides women worldwide through personalized whole-body support to help them feel amazing in their skin again. 

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“We have worked with over 3000 women across the world, and we have not seen a single woman out of those thousands have the exact same combination of imbalances in the body.” 

“This is why digestion is super critical because it's opening up those pathways and allowing us to get rid of things, but also absorb the things that we need.”

“Stress is that silent killer. I know stress is at the core root of acne or most diseases in the body.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Work with Katie in The Clear Skin Solution!

Katie’s Website 

The Clear Skin Chronicles Podcast 

The Clear Skin Chronicles on YouTube

Katie on Instagram

Join My Thriving in Perimenopause and Menopause Summit HERE!  

Get 15% off your Qualia Senolytic purchase with code MARIZA

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If you’ve been struggling with brain fog, anxiety, irritability, or just not feeling like yourself in midlife, this episode is here for you to connect the dots. 

I’m shining a light on a hidden transition that impacts so many midlife women—but almost no one mentions it: the neurological shift of perimenopause. 

I share my own experience of feeling completely destabilized by brain-related symptoms I never expected—and how I finally discovered they were actually part of a profound brain-hormone transition happening under the surface. 

Then we cover the real science behind what’s happening in your head, and why your symptoms are valid AND can be managed with the right tools in place. 

Tune in to this episode to get my top non-negotiables for a healthier brain, and tackle midlife sharper, stronger, and more fully YOU than ever! 

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES
“When I recently surveyed several thousand women in perimenopause about their most disruptive symptoms, something fascinating emerged. Yes, weight gain was on that list– it always is. But what stood out the most was the brain-related symptoms, the mood issues, the low or zero stress tolerance, and that terrifying feeling that your mental energy just vanished.”

“If you want to get back to feeling stronger, more confident, more like yourself, again, it really begins with understanding what is happening with your body and embracing it.” 

“For decades, perimenopause holds the highest risk for psychological disorders in women compared to pre- and post-menopausal women. In fact, one study found that 70% of women said irritability is [their] most common symptom.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Preorder my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

Join my FREE Thriving in Perimenopause and Menopause Summit HERE (Plus get my Hormone Loving Recipe Guide FREE!)

Use code ENERGIZED and get 20% OFF on your first order of BEAM Minerals 

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584: The Health Costs of Our Modern Life & How to Start Feeling Better with Dr. Casey Means

#552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength and Longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

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Feeling like you’re stuck in perpetual brain fog? 

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Austin Perlmutter, internal medicine physician and NYT bestselling author, for a conversation that just might change how you think about your brain (literally). 

We dive into the hidden cause behind brain fog and emotional burnout in perimenopause—brain inflammation—and how it affects everything from your memory to your mood. 

Dr. Perlmutter unpacks the surprising foods, habits, and environmental triggers that are lighting up your brain in all the wrong ways—and shares science-backed strategies to help you reclaim your clarity. 

If you’ve been blaming yourself for feeling “off,” this episode is your guide to start supporting your brain with what it really needs. 

It isn’t just about reversing brain fog—it’s about reigniting your brilliance and finally feeling like you again. Tune in here!

Dr. Austin Perlmutter

Dr. Austin Perlmutter is a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, researcher, podcaster, and health entrepreneur. He’s been featured on PBS, Rolling Stone, Newsweek, NPR, Fox, and other top media outlets. He’s the Managing Director of Big Bold Health and is the CEO of Lichen Air. His main mission is to help people across the world to get their brains “unstuck”.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES
“That may be one of the reasons why postmenopausal women are at higher risk of depression and dementia because estrogen has a neurotrophic role, meaning it helps to regulate neuroplasticity and inflammation in the brain and energy metabolism.”

“The core point here is that the brain seems to have more trouble using fuel as we get older. And this correlates with dementia in particular.”

“I think what has been a deep truth of mine for quite some time is that brain inflammation or inflammation in general can have an impact on cognitive function… and this is an everybody problem. Most importantly, how do we future-proof our brain?”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Austin’s Free E-Guide on preventing dementia 

Licehn Air: Dr. Austin’s Air health brand that targets brain-damaging air pollutants

Big Bold Health: Get Tartary Buckwheat for longevity and immunity, plus other top supplements HERE

Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Website

Dr. Austin Perlmutter’s Instagram 

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

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If you struggle with allergies, brain fog, fatigue, or other symptoms you just can’t get to the root of, have you ever considered that they might be caused by the AIR in your home? 

In this podcast, I’m welcoming Mike Feldstein, Founder of Jaspr, to unpack a topic that touches every breath you take: the quality of your indoor air. 

We dive into why high-quality indoor air is a game-changer for your energy, sleep, focus, and long-term health—and why it’s often the missing piece in your wellness puzzle. 

Mike shares practical, FREE ways you can start improving your indoor air quality today, from simple habits to overlooked sources of indoor pollution you can easily address. 

We also dive into why the Jaspr Air Scrubber stands out; how it works, and the powerful benefits it can bring to your home and family’s health. 

Tune in and get ready to breathe cleaner, feel better, and take control of your home environment with confidence!

Mike Feldstein

Mike Feldstein is an air quality expert and the founder of Jaspr, providing at-home air scrubbers to make your home a safer place. With a background in wildfire restoration, air quality consulting, and home remediation during some of the biggest natural disasters, Mike started Jaspr to innovate in air science and technology. His goal is to protect air quality and improve human health using the latest air quality science.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES
“I've now seen people have revolutionary health outcomes– no longer snoring, no more allergies, no more asthma attacks, thyroid improving… because if you're sleeping in a sick place, it's very hard to be healthy.”

“This is important because cooking is one of the biggest sources of indoor air pollutants in your home. And it doesn't matter if you're using your cast iron pan or your stainless steel with organic oils and grass-fed steak.” 

“What Jasper is uniquely designed to do is to be an air scrubber that also looks beautiful and is quiet. Jasper is larger as an air scrubber than most air purifiers, but it moves five times the air of an average little air purifier… it means that it can be really effective even while being silent.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get a Jaspr Air Purifier for your home HERE and use

Discount Code: DRMARIZA for $400 OFF! 

Jaspr Instagram

Check out the Kindling Academy: The Healthiest School in America 

Kindling Academy Instagram

Use code ENERGIZED and Get 10% OFF on your first Troscriptions order

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Struggling to find your way back to intimacy in midlife? 

I hear this from women All. The. Time.

If you’ve felt the spark dim in your relationship and crave more intimacy, connection, and purpose—not just in your sex life, but in your entire being—this week’s episode is for you.

I’m thrilled to have Dr. Laura Berman, world-renowned sex and relationship therapist and author of Sex Magic, on the episode for a conversation that will awaken your deepest desires and reconnect you to your sacred power. 

We dive into how your sexual energy can become a force for healing AND pleasure, using energy work, ancient wisdom, and practical tools to bring you back to yourself. 

Dr. Berman shares how transforming intimacy isn’t about performance but about presence, intention, and reclaiming your joy. 

Tune in here to discover how to reawaken your energy, romantic relationships, and the way you move through the world—because you deserve a life that feels fully alive.

Dr. Laura Berman

Dr. Laura Berman is a world-renowned sex and relationship therapist. She earned her PhD from NYU and is now a best-selling author and host of her own nationally syndicated radio show. Dr. Berman has spent decades helping women reconnect with their deepest desires and reclaim their sacred power. Her newest book, Sex Magic: Take Your Body, Mind, and Relationship to the Next Level with Spectacular Intimacy, is more than a guide to better sex—it’s a roadmap back to your whole self. 

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES
“Orgasms and sexual arousal are so good for you cardiovascularly, for depression, anxiety, headaches, and so many aspects of health.” 

“What quantum love teaches you to do is to harness and move your body into the energetic frequency. How you want to feel in your love relationship, how it would feel to have your partners show up the way you want them to, and then they automatically match you there.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Order Dr. Laura’s book: Sex Magic HERE and get exclusive instant access to the Sex Magic Live event and other bonuses! 

Dr. Laura Berman’s Website

Dr. Laura on Instagram

Dr. Laura’s YouTube 

Use code ENERGIZED and Get 10% OFF on your first Troscriptions order

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641: The Truth About Testosterone For Women, Sexual Health, Libido And Advocating For Yourself with Dr. Kelly Casperson
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Ever feel so depleted that even a full night of sleep doesn’t touch the exhaustion you’re carrying? I’ve been there, too. 

In this episode, I’m sharing the raw moment I found myself feeling this exact way– completely overwhelmed and totally disconnected. 

If you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause and feel like your stress is out of control, this conversation is for you. We’re unpacking why the bone-deep exhaustion, brain fog, and lack of capacity you feel aren’t just about aging—they’re signals that your cortisol levels and stress response system are maxed out, leaving you in survival mode. 

I’ll break down what I’ve learned about reversing your stress response naturally, even in the busiest seasons of life. We’ll explore simple, science-backed steps to help you step out of over-efficiency mode and reclaim your calm, clarity, and joy. 

Ready to feel like YOU again, even in the chaos of midlife transitions? Don’t miss this episode! 

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“90% of the time, we're solving all the problems, we’re holding it all together. We’re over-efforting, overproducing. We're productive machines… and that primary hormone that we hear a lot about is gonna be cortisol.”

“Cortisol is just a hormone that’s responding to the environment and to how I'm living my life. So we have to look at how we live our life and how we shift the way we live our life so we're not having this crazy response.”

“How you live your life is how you live your day, and how you live your day is how you start your day.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Mariza Instagram: DM me / tag your self-care moment @drmariza  

Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution and claim your free bonuses HERE! 

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Ever feel wired… yet exhausted? Or anxious… yet depleted?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Dr. Scott Sherr, a visionary physician and expert in cutting-edge mitochondrial and nervous system healing, and he unpacks why so many women in midlife feel overstimulated and underpowered at the same time. 

We dive into the role of GABA, the calming neurotransmitter your body craves, and why it’s often depleted during midlife, contributing to the anxiety, insomnia, and mood dips that leave you feeling unlike yourself. 

Dr. Sherr also explains how mitochondrial dysfunction silently sabotages your energy, sleep, and even your joy—and what you can do to restore it naturally and effectively. 

This conversation is packed with practical, science-backed strategies to help you step out of the cycle of stress and burnout and into a state of calm, clear, vibrant energy. 

Ready to reclaim your vitality at every age? This podcast is for you! 

Dr. Schott Sherr 

Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) specialist. He’s the COO of Troscriptions, which offers formulations for optimal energy, focus, sleep, and stress support. He’s also the VP of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMe/HOPe), the nonprofit arm of Troscriptions, which trains practitioners on optimizing health rather than treating disease.

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES

“A big thing I've seen recently is tons of anxiety, tons of insomnia, tons of depression related to this inability to calm down, to turn our brains off. And some of those hormones that are transitioning as you go through the perimenopausal state are a big part of this.”

If we really want to focus on holistically improving your sleep, relationships, and energy,  the primary focus needs to be downregulating your sympathetic nervous system and increasing your parasympathetic with the GABA enhancement aspect.”

“That's a really cool way of holistically enhancing the GABA system without causing GABA depletion or GABA deficiency on its own.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Troscriptions: use code ENERGIZED for 10% off all things in the store! 

Home Hope Org

Dr. Scott Sherr’s Website 

Dr. Scott’s Instagram 

Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

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Midlife isn’t a time for fading out. It’s a time for reawakening. 

That’s why in this episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Emily Fletcher–  founder of Ziva Meditation and the visionary behind Ziva Magic– as she shares how we can move beyond simply managing stress to actually alchemizing it into healing, pleasure, and personal power. 

We’re diving into her deeply practical approach to reconnecting with your desires and feminine energy that will truly transform you.

Emily explains how emotional alchemy and sacred pleasure can reignite your joy, helping you step out of survival mode and back into a life that feels alive. 

If you’ve recently felt numb, disconnected, or stuck in midlife, this conversation is your permission slip to say yes to your desires and reclaim the magic that has been within you all along!

Emily Fletcher

Emily Fletcher is an international speaker, author, and founder of Ziva Technique– a fusion of mindfulness, meditation, and manifestation that has helped over 50,000 people remove stress at the root and unlock their full potential. She has taught at Harvard Business School, Google, and The Omega Institute. Her best-selling book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, debuted at #7 on ALL of Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages. Emily has been featured in The New York Times, Good Morning America, and Vogue. 

IN THIS EPISODE

QUOTES
“It's when we get to amplify the feel-good chemistry in the body that we become an energetic match for whatever it is that we desire.” 

“You get to decide if you want to clear the stress, alchemize the emotions, and let go of the beliefs that are hindering you from living your truest potential. And then you get to be open to that superpower, that energy of manifesting what you really want in the second half of your life.” 

“Your suffering is not helping anyone. But your bliss, your pleasure, has the potential to change the world.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Sign up to join the FREE live training with Emily Fletcher on July 22

Access your FREE Ziva Masterclass on Stress Free Living HERE

Ziva Website

Ziva on Instagram

Get Emily’s Book Stress Less, Accomplish More HERE

Preorder The Perimenopause Revolution HERE

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