#1132 We’ve Been Doing Perimenopause All Wrong – The New Science of Thriving Through Hormonal Chaos with Dr. Mariza Snyder

What if perimenopause didn’t have to mean fatigue, brain fog, and frustration—but could actually be a season of power and renewal? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, host Ben Azadi sits down with bestselling author and hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder to unpack the real story behind The Perimenopause Revolution. Together, they break down how women can take control of their hormones, metabolism, and mindset during this pivotal chapter of life. Dr. Mariza shares simple, science-backed strategies for balancing hormones, boosting energy, and feeling like yourself again—through smart nutrition (think protein power!), daily movement, and cycle tracking that actually makes sense. But this conversation goes beyond biology—it’s about rediscovering gratitude, joy, and confidence in your body. If you’ve ever wondered how to thrive—not just survive—through perimenopause, this episode is your roadmap to doing exactly that. 🔗 Links and Resources: Connect with Dr. Mariza: The Perimenopause Revolution on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7Rjz5nv Book Bonus Page with a Perimenopause Toolkit ($500 value): https://peri-revolution.com/ Website https://drmariza.com/ Podcast – Energized with Dr. Mariza https://drmariza.com/podcast/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmariza/  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder/  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Drmariza  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmariza  Hack Your Health Conference: https://hackyourhealth.com 📖 Get your copy of Metabolic Freedom + FREE course & exclusive interviews: 👉 MetabolicFreedomBook.com 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

If going up or down stairs has started to feel harder, it’s not just aging—it’s a sign your body needs help. In this episode, Ben Azadi shares five research-backed exercises that rebuild strength, reduce knee pain, and restore confidence with every step. You’ll learn: Why walking backward can instantly relieve knee pressure and improve balance The eccentric step-down technique that restores control when descending stairs How to strengthen your outer hips to prevent knee collapse The best way to use weighted step-ups to regain leg power Why high-speed calf raises are key for balance and mobility Ben also breaks down a simple 7-day movement protocol you can follow right away—and shares his free 7-Day Breakfast Guide to reduce inflammation and unlock your body’s natural fat-burning switch. ✅Recommended step platform & weighted vest: 👉Step Platform: https://amzn.to/4ne8TDV  👉Weighted Vest: https://amzn.to/3INI9fm 👉Resistance Bands:https://amzn.to/47hqogF 👉MELT BELLY FAT FAST WITH THESE 7 FAT-BURNING MORNING MEALS: https://bit.ly/4oIGsz9  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

If you’re a woman over 40 and fasting isn’t working anymore, you’re not crazy—your hormones have changed. In this episode, Ben Azadi breaks down what’s really happening to your metabolism after 40 and how to use fasting to work with your hormones, not against them. You’ll learn: Why fasting that used to work in your 30s can backfire in your 40s How cortisol, estrogen, and insulin impact belly fat The exact fasting protocols for perimenopausal and postmenopausal women The difference between fasting harder vs fasting smarter How to pair food, fasting, and exercise for balanced hormones and sustainable fat loss ⚡ Recommended 👉 See the Keto Flex Approved Carb List at http://ketokampblueprint.com  👉BeamMinerals : https://www.beamminerals.com/?oid=1&affid=549  👉HOW TO LOSE 1 POUND OF FAT PER DAY- https://bit.ly/46U7Bcb  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

If your jawline is fading and your neck is starting to sag, it’s not just aging — it’s inflammation, posture, and hormonal imbalance. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals 7 powerful natural methods to erase your double chin and tighten your neck — no surgery, no gym required. You’ll learn: Why fake hydration is making your face puffy and how to fix it How mouth breathing reshapes your face and creates chin fat The best daily lymphatic massage and red light therapy combo How fasting and low insulin diets tighten your skin from the inside out The posture correction that instantly improves your jawline The collagen, melatonin, and mineral stack that firms your skin A simple cold therapy ritual to tone and lift your neck 📚 Mentioned Resources & Links: 👉Redmond’s Real Salt: http://ketokampsalt.com  (use code AZADI) 👉SomniFix Mouth Tape: https://somnifix.com/?ref=3778298&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=goaffpro  👉BonCharge Red Light Therapy: http://boncharge.com/ketokamp  👉Castor Oil: https://amzn.to/4gJB2Ax  👉Collagen peptides: https://amzn.to/3Ldvp25  👉Free “Better Than Ozempic” Protocol:  https://bit.ly/477kJJJ  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Most men are told erectile dysfunction is about age or hormones — but that’s not the truth. In this episode, Ben Azadi reveals the real root causes of ED and how to naturally restore performance, confidence, and vitality without pills or surgery. You’ll learn how lifestyle factors, toxins, mouth breathing, and even mouthwash can impact nitric oxide and blood flow — and how to fix it. Ben shares the 5 hidden causes of erectile dysfunction and a step-by-step blueprint to reverse it naturally through diet, movement, fasting, red light therapy, and simple daily habits. Plus, discover the best supplements, at-home tools, and free resources to boost testosterone, improve circulation, and reclaim your metabolic freedom. 🧾 Resources Mentioned in the Episode SomniFix Mouth Tape – to train nasal breathing during sleep 👉 https://bit.ly/3JaTyG3  Stainless Steel Tongue Scraper – helps support oral microbiome and nitric oxide production 👉 https://amzn.to/4nNpDCK   doTERRA Essential Oils – natural alternative to toxic colognes and fragrances 👉 http://ketokampoils.com  Bond Charge Red Light Device – for photobiomodulation therapy 👉 http://www.boncharge.com/ketokamp  Sauna Space Red Light Device – alternative for red light and sauna therapy 👉 https://sauna.space/freedom  Boron Supplement – 6–10 mg/day to lower SHBG and improve bioavailable testosterone 👉 https://amzn.to/4onPstk  Ashwagandha Root Extract – 300–600 mg/day for testosterone and sexual well-being 👉 https://amzn.to/4qaPG8u   Upgraded Formulas – Upgraded T – Includes Shilajit, maca, and essential minerals to boost testosterone 👉https://www.upgradedformulas.com/benazadi  - Coupon Code: BENAZADI  N101 Nitric Oxide Lozenges – Nitric oxide supplement by Dr. Nathan Bryan 👉https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=115399&awinaffid=2081399&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fn1o1.com%2F🔎  Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

Not all butter is created equal. In this episode, Ben Azadi exposes the hidden truth behind popular butter brands that secretly contain toxic seed oils, rancid fats, and additives that damage your metabolism, hormones, and gut health. You’ll discover: The 5 butter brands silently wrecking your health (and why) The 2 clean, grass-fed butters that actually help you burn fat How oxidized fats can stay in your body for years, blocking fat loss The truth about “natural flavor” and “spreadable” labels How to store and use real butter for better energy and metabolic health Plus, Ben shares how to detox from bad fats, the best ghee brand, and why avoiding seed oils is non-negotiable for optimal wellness. 👉 Download your free 7-Day Fat-Burning Breakfast Guide at https://bit.ly/470SyMA  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

In this episode, Ben Azadi, best-selling author of Keto Flex, shares the results of his five-day water fast — no food, no coffee, no shakes, only water and minerals. What began as a personal experiment turned into a deep physical, mental, and spiritual transformation. Ben walks you through what happens inside the body at each stage of fasting — from autophagy and ketone productionto dopamine reset, stem cell regeneration, and immune system renewal. You’ll learn how fasting can help you heal, boost focus, enhance energy, and even reset your relationship with food. He also explains exactly how to break a long fast safely, when women should fast based on their cycle, and how to prepare your body for success. 👉 Download Ben’s free Keto Egg Fast Protocol to accelerate fat loss and reset your metabolism: https://bit.ly/4h5S4cB  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

What if the key to slowing down aging, restoring energy, and feeling truly alive again came down to one powerful molecule inside your cells? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, Ben Azadi sits down with Harvard-trained NAD+ researcher Dr. Andrew Salzman to uncover the hidden role of NAD+—the molecule that fuels your metabolism, hormones, and overall vitality. Dr. Salzman breaks down why NAD+ levels drop as we age—and how that decline drives fatigue, inflammation, and hormonal chaos. You’ll learn how to naturally restore your NAD+ through ketogenic eating, fasting, and smart supplementation, along with simple habits that can help you recharge from the inside out. This conversation blends science and soul—packed with practical takeaways, inspiring personal stories, and even a discussion on the power of gratitude in longevity. If you’re ready to boost your energy, sharpen your mind, and age vibrantly, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. 🔗 Links and Resources: Purchase Wonderfeel Products Here: www.benazadi.com/wonderfeel (Coupon code: FREEDOM) 1️⃣ You must enter shipping details before the promo code FREEDOM works. 2️⃣ Then click “Longevity Access” and enter the code FREEDOM for your discount. Subscribe & save $15 off the one-time price, plus get a $20 credit for your next subscription delivery. Valid: October 13th – 20th 2025 Wonderfeel on Instagram Download Ben’s free guide: “How to Lose 10 Pounds of Fat in 7 Days” 👉https://bit.ly/4he0COU  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

If your vision keeps getting worse every year, this episode could change everything. Ben Azadi reveals three powerful, science-backed ways to naturally support and even improve eyesight — no glasses or surgery required. You’ll discover: 🔴 Red Light Recharging — how a few minutes of 670nm red light in the morning can recharge your retinal mitochondria and improve color contrast by up to 20%. 👁️ Optimized Blinking — the simple blinking routine proven to strengthen your tear film, reduce dryness, and sharpen vision. 🥑 The Eye Nutrient Trinity — key nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3s, and antioxidants that protect your retina and prevent age-related decline. Plus, Ben shares bonus tips on astaxanthin, bilberry extract, and how to protect your eyes from screen time with blue light blockers. Download Ben’s free guide: “How to Lose 10 Pounds of Fat in 7 Days” 👉https://bit.ly/4he0COU  👉Bon Charge: https://boncharge.com/?aff-view=ketokamp& 👉Glasses: https://vivarays.com/ketokamp 🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals

If you keep waking up at 3 a.m. with your heart racing and your mind wired — it’s not a sleep problem. It’s a cortisol problem. In this episode, Ben Azadi explains the real reason behind nighttime cortisol spikes and how one simple tablespoon of raw honey and sea salt can calm your nervous system and help you fall back asleep fast. You’ll learn: Why waking between 1–3 a.m. signals liver stress and unstable blood sugar How cortisol blocks melatonin, disrupts fat burning, and triggers inflammation The exact honey + sea salt protocol to balance blood sugar and reduce cortisol The power of adding magnesium and gratitude (Vitamin G) for deeper sleep 5 root-cause fixes to heal your liver, balance hormones, and stop waking up at night Ben also shares a free guide revealing the “healthy” vegetables silently inflaming your body and slowing fat loss. 🔥 Download Ben’s Free Guide: “5 Vegetables You Must Avoid to Burn Fat and Heal Your Gut” 👉 Click here: https://bit.ly/3KLVhC8  🧂 Sea Salt:www.ketokampsalt.com  🍯Unfiltered Honey: https://amzn.to/4q5Hzdm  💊Magnesium: https://bioptimizers.com/ketokamp  🔎 Find all of the Metabolic Freedom Sponsorship deals and coupon codes here: https://www.ketokamp.com/sponsorship-deals