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448: Top 10 Simple Eating Hacks to Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar During the Holidays

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.  
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Almost 50% of kids today are diagnosed with a chronic condition. 
Let that sink in. 
Some studies state that children today are expected to have shorter lifespans than their parents for the first time in history. 
So what’s causing this disruption in our modern world… and how do we start with an integrative approach to care for our kids? 
Pediatric expert and functional medicine practitioner Dr. Song joins me on the show today to help us parents become MORE proactive. So no matter what our kids are exposed to– their immune systems, brains, and microbiomes can learn how to bounce back and stay healthier for longer.
Don’t miss this episode for top recommendations on how diet, movement, and gut microbiome health can help your child remain free from chronic illness, and live a healthier, happier life! 

Dr. Elisa Song, MD 
Dr. Elisa Song is a Standford-, NYU-, UCSF- trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, AND a mom of 2 thriving children. Her mission is to revolutionize the future of children’s health. She’s the founder of Healthy Kids, Happy Kids– an online holistic pediatrics resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics. She’s chair of A4M’s pediatrics education and has lectured globally at various functional medicine conferences and parenting events. 

IN THIS EPISODE

The state of children’s health in the modern world 

The gut microbiome’s influence on chronic childhood disease 

Common ways children’s gut microbiomes become disrupted 

Educating kids on balancing their gut with healthy foods

Proactive steps for parents to help their children’s microbiomes 

Encouraging movement in children for their overall health 

The gut-brain connection and engaging the vagus nerve 

More about Dr. Song’s new book, Healthy Kids, Happy Kids



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RESOURCES MENTIONED
Get Dr. Song’s Book: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids Book
Dr. Song’s Website: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids
Dr. Song’s Instagram 
Dr. Song’s Facebook

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585: Actionable Strategies and Tools for Whole Child Resilience & Reducing Chronic Conditions  with Dr. Elisa Song

With so much health knowledge at our fingertips, it’s amazing that Americans are getting sicker every year.

We’re more depressed. 
Our life expectancy is going down because we’re becoming infertile. 
So… what are we missing? 

Dr. Means joins me today to touch on shifting your perspective toward understanding an energy-centric nature of disease. More connection, and prioritizing good energy will help pave the way to a healthier future. 

Because good energy is the ultimate currency. 

Creating deep connections– between our body systems, ourselves and nature, and ourselves and other people helps drive the needle toward lasting health and longevity. 

Don’t miss today’s podcast to dive deep into what’s currently lacking in our country that’s leading to the decline in American health, and what YOU can do today to find good energy, heal your body, and create the healthiest version of yourself! Check it out here. 

Casey Means, MD 
Dr. Casey Means is a physician and the co-founder of Levels– a health technology company focused on reversing the world’s metabolic health crisis. She trained in Head & Neck Surgery before leaving traditional medicine to focus on the root cause of American illnesses. Her new book– Good Energy– comes out this May, and it’s a framework for the relationships between health, life, food, technology, mindset, and more.

View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode584

IN THIS EPISODE

Why NOW is the time to be cultivating “Good Energy” 

Metabolic health when it comes to Good and Bad energy 

Actionable tips for implementing good energy into your life

Core components you should include in your daily diet 

Trusting yourself in a sea of health information

Understanding biomarkers and lab tests for metabolic health 

How to easily maintain good health and longevity 

Getting back to the fundamentals and grounding in nature 

How eating habits, physical activity, and sleep are related to your metabolic health 


RESOURCES MENTIONED
Order Dr. Mean’s Good Energy Book HERE!
Dr. Mean’s Website
Download Your FREE Lab Guide HERE
Dr. Mean’s Newsletter Sign-up 
Dr. Mean’s Instagram  

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

Through my years in functional medicine, I’ve unfortunately found that thousands of us have been misinformed when it comes to perimenopause and menopause. And menopause expert Dr. Haver agrees.

That’s why she joins me today to dive into ALL the changes we can expect in our bodies during this midlife transition. 

Even our own doctors are confused about hormonal changes during menopause, so we often feel left in the dark when dealing with symptoms.

Today, we shed light on what’s REALLY going on in your body during perimenopause and menopause.

Because we all deserve to know how our bodies work, and what this transition means for us in the long term. 

From managing weight gain to fatigue to high cholesterol and more– we cover why these symptoms AREN’T just a “normal” part of aging.

Listen here to learn how to take control of your hormones, own your menopause transition, and feel empowered through every stage of life! 

Dr. Mary Claire Haver MD, FACOG, CMP 
Dr. Mary Claire Haver is a board-certified Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist, a Certified Menopause Practitioner from the Menopause Society, a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, and an entrepreneur and best-selling author focusing on women’s health and menopause. Dr. Haver founded the “Pause Life”- a comprehensive approach to menopause education and support. Her latest book, The New Menopause focuses on lifestyle approaches to help women feel their best. 

View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode583

IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Haver’s experience through perimenopause and menopause 

What Dr. Haver wished she knew about the menopause transition 

Signs of perimenopause and menopause

The most common and disruptive symptoms in midlife 

How to effectively manage menopause symptoms 

Addressing perimenopause and why it’s often overlooked 

When do women get the most benefit from HRT? 

Declining sex hormones and weight gain 

Nutrition, supplement, and exercise tips for menopause 

How to find a menopause doctor who listens to your needs 


RESOURCES MENTIONED
Dr. Haver’s Book: The New Menopause
Dr. Haver’s Instagram 
Take Dr. Haver’s Menopause Quiz and Download the FREE Menopause Empowerment Guide HERE 

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583: The Truth About Menopause That You Deserve to Know with Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Just a few pieces of chocolate won’t kill me, right? 

Trust me… we’ve all had this thought no matter where we are in our journey to ultimate health. 

But is it really the sugar you’re craving… or are you actually trying to satisfy a different unmet need? 

In today’s podcast, Sugar Freedom Expert Danielle Daem and I address the predominant root causes of sugar addiction– that you may have never realized. 

And trust me… we’re not here to tell you you can never have sugar again. We ARE realistic!

But Danielle helps you learn how to heal your emotions around sugar and address any addiction from a trauma-informed lens. 

YOU ultimately are the one to decide what your relationship with sugar looks like– by showing up for yourself, keeping your word, and not only doing the work nutritionally… but emotionally, too. 

Danielle is here to guide you through all of this– and more! So don’t miss this episode to help you restore a healthy balance with sugar. 

Danielle Daem
Danielle Daem is a Sugar Freedom Expert, Breathwork Facilitator & Somatic Embodiment Coach who helps women heal their relationship with sugar to reclaim control over their health and energy. Her root cause approach to addiction addresses how your relationship with food ultimately stems from your relationship with yourself.

Danielle is the creator of the Break Free From Sugar Program and host of the top-rated “Beyond Sugar Freedom Podcast”. She’s recognized as the go-to expert for helping women heal addictive relationships to discover a deeper sense of freedom with food. 
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View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode582

IN THIS EPISODE

Danielle’s history of overcoming sugar addiction and emotional eating– and how she now educates others on doing the same 

Addressing the common root causes of sugar addiction 

The link between trauma and our unhealthy eating habits

How we can learn to trust our bodies and overcome addiction 

Regulating the nervous system in response to triggers 

Becoming food investigators and recognizing hidden sugars 

What is a trauma-informed approach to a sugar detox? 

Using somatic embodiment to heal our relationship with sugar 


RESOURCES MENTIONED
Root Cause Quiz: Uncover your sugar dependency with this quick quiz
FREE 3-part “Kick Emotional Eating” Workshop Series: 
Join The Emotional Eating Masterclass HERE 
Danielle’s Website
Check out Danielle’s Podcast

Danielle’s Socials: 
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582: The Root Causes of Sugar Addiction and Emotional Eating with Danielle Daem

If you’ve been following me long enough… you know how I preach that FOOD is so powerful.

The right food nourishes our bodies, reduces inflammation, keeps biomarkers in range, and helps our bodies heal on a cellular level. 

But, more importantly… there’s some serious food to watch out for.

Some of your favorite– even “healthy”– foods can have dangerous, damaging ingredients you may not be aware of.

Don’t worry though– in today’s podcast we uncover the top 5 WORST types of food for metabolic health, and how you can be sure to avoid them. 

You won’t want to miss this show– because not only do we dive into these 5 harmful foods for your health, but I also give you great meal ideas, easy snack options, tips for eating while traveling, and all the details on my next 14-Day Detox Program! 

Check it all out here!

IN THIS EPISODE

Foods that sneak into our diets and cause metabolic disruption 

The negative impacts sugar has on our health 

The benefits of nourishing your gut and liver 

The truth about carbs 

The most dangerous processed foods 

Ideas for cooking at home and healthy homemade meals 

Common places where harmful oils are secretly hiding 

Top recommendations for meals and snacks outside of the home 

How to join my 14-Day Detox packed with Free bonuses! 


View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode581
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Join My 14-Day Detox Program HERE!
FREE: Top 10 Liver Superfoods with Detox Recipes

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448: Top 10 Simple Eating Hacks to Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar During the Holidays

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