Hey everyone, welcome back to another inspiring episode of Women of Impact! Today, I am absolutely thrilled to bring you a deep and enlightening conversation with the brilliant Dr. Mindy Pelz. We dive right into the complexities of women's health, especially as we navigate through the challenging phases of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Pelz kicks things off by unpacking the plant paradox theory, revealing how certain plant toxins can impact gut health. She shares some incredibly practical dietary adjustments that can truly make a world of difference. I'll also be sharing my own journey and experiences, including how incorporating fruits into my diet has been a game-changer and the importance of embracing dietary changes without judgment. Throughout our chat, we tackle issues of self-betrayal, stress, and the importance of cultivating joy and laughter in our lives. We also discuss the necessity of community support, especially for women facing the inevitable challenges that come with aging. I'm super excited about Dr. Pelz’s upcoming book, "Eat Like a Girl," which promises to simplify nutrition for women—and I can't wait to read it and share more with you. This episode is overflowing with wisdom and actionable insights, whether you're looking for practical health advice, emotional support, or empowerment. So, grab your headphones, join us on this transformative journey toward health and self-discovery, and let's inspire each other to live our best lives! SHOWNOTES 00:00 Perimenopause challenges and resilience in women explained. 10:04 Stress impacts women's hormones during perimenopause. 10:57 At 11, female brains shift to relational thinking. 18:51 Empowering therapy leads to body and mind connection. 23:08 Swam into Portuguese man o' war, hyper vigilant. 28:05 Upcoming sleepover with burning ceremony to forgive. 35:40 Women express feeling of helplessness, seek self-awareness. 37:54 Foster creativity and laughter for business success. 45:53 Plants have toxins, may affect gut health. 52:57 Questioning motives behind anti-aging beauty routines. 54:34 Childhood friend shared the importance of self-love. 01:02:36 Excited announcement about podcast and accessibility efforts. 01:04:38 Gratitude for Joy Women's Wellness; promoting collaboration. 01:09:54 Expressing gratitude, love, and empowerment for women. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS: Shopify: If you want to grow your business go over right now and sign up for just one dollar a month with your trial period at https://impacttheory.co/woishopifypodAugust24 OneSkin: We only have one body, one skin, and only YOU can choose to make it better by going to https://impacttheory.co/oneskinpodAugust and saving 15% when you use code WOI Tabu: Go to https://www.heytabu.com/discount/LISA15 and use code LISA15 to save 15% off your order FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en LISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/womenofimpact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices