Energized with Dr. Mariza

If You Want to Gain More Energy, You Should: Focus on creating a solid circadian rhythm foundation  Optimize your body composition through blood sugar regulation techniques Remember to use healthy foods as your fuel instead of focusing on a strict diet   Has burnout or chronic fatigue become so normal in your life that you are just used to living with it? We are facing an energy epidemic in this c...

Being a pro at prioritizing self-care has so many benefits… But if you’re anything like me, limiting beliefs and old patterns can sometimes hinder your best efforts.… I’ve narrowed down the daily self-care habits that help me function and feel good…   And I know there are five non-negotiable things I must do every day to make me the best version of myself! Tune in today to hear…   How my beliefs a...

Creating sustainable self-care practices involves The realization that slowing down is still moving forward Replacing the habits you remove with something positive and fulfilling Asking for and receiving what you want and need Using natural solutions from plants to support your wellness practices Spending quality time in nature   Do you find it hard to carve out time for yourself every single day?...

Imagine what you could do with 20-30% more energy… How would it feel to have all of your tasks completed every day? And to not feel that mid-afternoon slump?.… Start adding easy self-care rituals to your daily routine, and your energy levels will rise…   Nourishing your body is simple when you use my ten quick and easy ways to care for yourself! Tune in today to hear… How I rate my current energy...

If You Want To Optimize Your Health, You Should: Use simple strategies like the SHIFT Protocol to uplevel your health in an incredible way Remember that patience and self-kindness are key to achieving the high-performance health you desire Find unity in the optimization of your mind, body, and spirit to find true healing   If you are feeling sluggish in the morning, foggy at the end of the day, ea...

Food is the foundation of every healthy lifestyle. It nourishes your cells and becomes fuel for your body… Food is so deeply enmeshed with our culture, and we usually end up with a few favorite foods. But when it comes to staying healthy, some foods are better than others.… There are several hormone, gut, and liverloving superfoods that I keep stocked in my kitchen…   Adding these ten superfoods t...

If You Want to Heal From Burnout, You Should: Take Dr. Doni’s test to identify your unique stress patterns and responses Set boundaries around your self-care by taking small incremental steps toward change Shift the experience of your nervous system by creating habits that enforce the rewriting of your stress patterns   Even before the pandemic, feeling burned out had become the norm. Feeling phys...

Without question, women in their late 30s to early 50s are busy! Many of us are caretakers, parents, and businesswomen at this age and have important roles in our community… At the same time, a roller coaster of symptoms hits us. Many doctors don’t have answers to your questions, and they aren’t addressing the root cause of the problem… Understanding what’s going on is so important because the key...

If You Want to Change Your Beliefs Around Menopause, You Should: Remember that your body is always working towards health Try to understand the reasons and influences on your symptoms Set boundaries, create menopause rituals, and figure out the goals of your most authentic self   Menopause is a time of endless possibilities once we are clear about what we want in our journey and our vision. Nature...

You know you need to limit your sugar intake, so you start your day with the best of intentions. But before you know it, stress shows up, you're getting hungry, and it gets hard to make wise decisions. You cave, telling yourself it's only temporary. But soon, you're feeling hungry and tired and craving more sugar. The cycle seems to repeat perpetually. You want to do better, but… First, you need t...

Get in Touch With Your Values by: Take 30 minutes to 1 hour Go out in nature, get away from your house Jot down your top 5 values for yourself and your family When you get so clear on what your values are, you begin to look at your life through a different lens and reevaluate what really matters.   We all want to live our purpose. My guest, Dr. Varnado (Dr. V), joins me today to talk about the one...

Women today wear so many hats. We have packed schedules, raise children, take care of our families, run a business or fulfill work obligations, and more. We’re so busy taking care of everyone else that sometimes we forget to take time to care for ourselves. This lifestyle leads to feeling rushed, triggered, and stressed. Our stress response systems are over-activated, and our cortisol levels are s...

If You Want to Adapt Your Eating Routine to Your New Phase of Life, You Should: Remember that what used to work for you may not work anymore Use intermittent fasting to allow your body time to detox and clean your cells Listen to the cues that your body is trying to tell you in order to adapt your plan to your body   Intermittent fasting has a wide range of benefits for women. Increased energy, im...

Imagine it’s right before your period, and you get a killer craving. You’re ready to eat the whole fridge and consume a ton of snacks with not-so-healthy ingredients. Does this sound familiar? We’ve all been there. We can feel powerless when those insane sugar and salt cravings arrive. But I have some hacks for you to use, so you have a plan to combat the cravings... Due to a hormone drop during t...

If You Want to Harness Your Mindset to Create a Life You Love, You Should: Figure out your ‘why’ that will subconsciously keep pushing you towards your goals Make your own ‘List of 5’ when you are not in a moment of distress Get curious and get interested in why your emotions keep showing up in the way that they do Your thoughts have the ability to help you unlock the areas you feel most stuck in,...

What if I told you there is a hormone that (when optimized along with other hormones) can lead to fat loss, more manageable weight maintenance, and increased energy and stamina? You would want to know more, right? Surprisingly, there is a hormone that does all of this, but most people haven’t heard much about it... Growth Hormone (HGH) is central to metabolic health, but many people struggle with...

When a woman experiences symptoms like fatigue, hot flashes, acne, pelvic pain, or heavy bleeding, she probably doesn’t suspect the cause is insulin resistance. But over 65% of American women over the age of 40 have it, making it likely to contribute to many health concerns. Reversing insulin resistance is quite challenging... However, there are things you can do that will help to reset your syste...

If You Want To Stop Feeling Overwhelmed, Stressed, and Triggered, You Should: Sign up for the free Ziva Meditation Masterclass Find a community or guide to help you establish skills for life Take the time to prioritize you   Life is hard enough. Your meditation practice shouldn't be. Ziva Meditation has been my personal superpower to help me feel good in my body. Ziva Meditation has become a twice...

We all want to be the best version of ourselves, but it’s so easy to push your body too hard.  If you don’t learn to pay attention to your body and its signals, you neglect your valuable health, and your energy tank ends up empty. Wearable and biohacking devices give you a better understanding of your health, provide gentle accountability, and guide you to making positive changes.  These changes c...

Have you been told by health magazine articles, doctors, or experts that it’s ok not to have a period? It’s not true. Your menstrual cycle is a vital sign, so suppressing it is not a good idea.   By using your cycle as a vital sign, practitioners can uncover clues that lead to the root cause of your symptoms.   Otherwise, the root causes are hidden by hormonal birth control…   If you want further...

There is a big knowledge gap in the medical system when it comes to treating women. The system still has a limited understanding of women’s health. However, we are making slow progress.   To optimize women’s health, we must first understand menstrual cycle phases. As a woman moves through the menstrual cycle phases, she will have different strengths and needs during each phase.   You can thrive du...

The mineral magnesium is involved in over 600 chemical processes in the body, but 60% of Americans, or about 100 million people, don’t get enough of it through consumed nutrition. This is a startling statistic considering how vital magnesium is to our cells. Aside from the chemical processes, this mineral also improves sleep, and recent research has shown it helps stabilize blood sugar.   So you w...

If You Want To Stop Stubborn Weight and Transition to Menopause Gracefully, You Should: Remember to embrace life's transitions and take a moment to pause and reflect Assess your relationship with food and alcohol by taking 6-day steps to see what works for your body Use natural remedies like food, essential oils, and menu pausing to get you where you want to be   There is an insane amount of confl...

Did you know that testosterone is the most abundant biologically active hormone in women? It’s produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and fat cells along with estrogen and progesterone. Low testosterone in women is surprisingly common and happens earlier in life than you would suspect.   If you need to boost your testosterone levels…   Lifestyle changes can help. Tune in today to hear… The age t...

If You Are Ready to Lose Weight and Overcome Food Addiction, You Should: Ditch the processed foods and sugars that we all know are not serving us Work towards the goal of ‘3 Meal Magic’ by creating a routine and structure around your food Know that you are not alone and work with an expert to help find a sustainable plan for you   Despite the fact that almost 50% of Americans try to lose weight ev...