Dr. Mariza Snyder joins us for a deeply personal conversation about perimenopause, its challenges, and coping mechanisms. The episode delves into Dr. Mariza’s journey with hormones, touching on the harrowing experiences of her mother and herself at a young age. From experiencing heavy periods and migraines to discovering the pitfalls of traditional medical recommendations, Dr. Mariza shares her frustration and desire for a better approach to women’s healthcare. This meaningful conversation underscores the value of supportive friendships and community, especially during this life transition.

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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.

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Rooted in a background as an Olympic-level skater, Chef Jeff Weiss (one of the key chefs behind Dr. Mindy's new book, Eat Like a Girl) highlights the importance of health and nutrition, especially for women. Chef Jeff explores the mentor-driven path through culinary training, highlighting experiences from kitchens around the world, including mastering traditional Spanish charcuterie and appreciating the role of elder women in culinary traditions. This episode also delves into creating the perfect dining experience, the significance of ambiance, and the neurochemical joy food can bring. Emphasizing holistic dining experiences, personal health choices, and the passion underlying Michelin-star quality cooking, this script appeals to middle-aged women by focusing on wellness, tradition, and the artistry of shared meals.

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Chef Jeff Weiss has cooked with James Beard award-winning chef José Andrés and Spanish-based chefs Daní Garcia and Adolfo Muñoz. He is one of a select few Americans to earn the prestigious ICEX culinary scholarship, which allowed him to live in Spain, learn the regional cuisines, and cook in the kitchens of top Spanish chefs. This made him the perfect collaborator on the omnivore recipes for Eat Like a Girl, and as a former competitive figure skater, he knows exactly how to fuel an active body.

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Dr. Mindy Pelz discusses the importance of hydration, emphasizing that drinking water does not always mean being hydrated. She highlights that 70-80% of the body is water, crucial for physical and mental performance. Studies show dehydration can decrease muscle strength by 16% and increase fatigability by 23%. Hydration also impacts cognition, with even a 2% dehydration affecting concentration and memory. She also addresses common questions about bloating, herbal teas, nighttime urinating, and coffee during fasting, providing practical advice and recommendations.

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Terri Cole explores how traditional codependency definitions fail to capture the experiences of many high-achieving individuals. Terri introduces the concept of high-functioning codependency, shedding light on behaviors like over-responsibility for others' problems and the resulting burnout. Terri and Mindy address the difficulty of relinquishing control, embracing self-discovery, and establishing boundaries, alongside recognizing the importance of letting loved ones be the heroes of their own stories. This episode is a call to action for women to reclaim their self-worth and pursue authentic, fulfilling lives by setting boundaries and prioritizing self-consideration over self-abandonment.

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Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist and global relationship and empowerment expert and the author of Boundary Boss and Too Much! For over two decades, Terri has worked with a diverse group of clients that includes everyone from stay-at-home moms to celebrities and Fortune 500 CEOs. She has a gift for making complex psychological concepts accessible and actionable so that clients and students achieve sustainable change. She inspires over a million people weekly through her blog, social media platform, signature courses, and her popular podcast, The Terri Cole Show. For more, see https://terricole.com

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Ready to fall in love with yourself all over again? Listen to this empowering discussion with Dr. Amanda Hanson where she uncovers the secrets to living sensually and authentically at any age. Let's kick anti-aging to the curb and redefine beauty and worthiness together!

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Dr. Amanda Hanson (known as the Midlife Muse) is the psychologist who has crafted a one-of-a-kind approach that blends traditional psychology with time-tested holistic methods to help women heal from emotional traumas and break free from destructive patterns. Dr. Amanda firmly advocates embracing aging as a profound spiritual journey. Her expertise lies in guiding women towards cultivating a profound sense of self-love, viewing themselves with reverence and self-respect, and empowering them to master their confidence along this transformative path. Dr. Amanda is both a biological and adoptive mother to 4 children, and she has been happily married for 28 years.

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In this special solo episode, Dr. Mindy dives into all the juicy details of her upcoming book, Eat Like a Girl, launching October 22nd (and yes, you can pre-order now!) at https://www.discover.hayhouse.com/eat-like-a-girl-cookbook/ . She’s on a mission to help women master their eating windows with the tried-and-true strategies from her book. Forget calorie counting—it's all about balancing fasting and eating windows for better blood sugar control. Dr. Mindy shares her 'Foundational Five' rules, including choosing whole foods, eating for your gut health, and prioritizing protein and fats. She also reveals her 'Three Eat Like a Girl' meal prep principles to support hormones. Packed with practical tips and personal stories, this episode is all about empowering women to find their healthy groove with food!

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Clay Dunn, CEO of Vow for Girls, is here to discuss the global issue of child marriage. Clay reveals that over 12 million girls will become child brides this year, with significant concentrations in Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia. Child marriage is also legal in over 30 U.S. states. Clay explains that child marriage often stems from gender inequality and poverty, with parents marrying off girls to protect them. Vow for Girls supports local leaders to change community norms and empower girls through education and economic opportunities. Donate at https://drmindypelz.com/vowpod

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Clay Dunn is the Chief Executive Officer of VOW for Girls, the organization that turns moments of celebration – weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and more — into support for the girls around the world without the rights, resources, and choices to decide their own futures.

Clay became VOW’s first CEO (and first full-time employee!) in late 2019. Under his leadership, VOW has seen tremendous growth, mobilizing millions, expanding its community of supporters, and setting a bold strategic plan for the next phase of the organization’s growth.

Before leading VOW, Clay spent a decade helping launch and build the successful No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger in America. Before moving into more purpose-driven work, he was a marketing and entertainment executive, most recently at National Geographic Channels.

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Dr. Carrie Jones returns for another insightful episode on perimenopause and menopause, focusing on hormonal shifts starting around age 35. She discusses metabolic health, the role of lifestyle changes, intermittent fasting, protein intake, strength training, and the importance of managing stress and sleep. Dr. Jones and Dr. Mindy explore how the brain begins to rely on ketones instead of glucose and advocate for a personalized approach to health amidst the information overload surrounding menopause. They also highlight the cultural shift towards better menopause education and the journey to self-authenticity and joy in post-menopausal years.

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Carrie Jones, ND, FABNE, MPH is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry. Dubbed the “Queen of Hormones,” Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who did her 2-year residency focused on women's health and endocrinology. She went on to get her Master of Public Health and was one of the first to become board certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology. She was the first Medical Director for Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test) and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health. She co-hosts the highly popular show, the Root Cause Medicine Podcast, that has over 10 million downloads. She is the Clinical Expert for the Lifestyle Matrix Resource Center, was on Under Armour’s Human Performance Council, works with the new League One Volleyball (LOVB) organization and is an advisor to Metapause. Currently she is the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations and Head of Medical Education at Metabolic Mentor University.

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