Dr. Mariza Snyder - 12 Feb

Acknowledgments

Thank You!

I want to thank the following people for supporting me in creating this book and getting it out into the world to serve beautiful, remarkable women.

Alex Dunks, my incredible husbandfor supporting me during those long nights testing recipes and writing the book. You are amazing and the best partner I could have on this incredible journey.

My beautiful mom, Jody DeLeone, for allowing me to share your journey and for inspiring me to reach for the stars and to never give up!

My grandmothers, Rachel Anguiano and Sharon Snyder, for your unwavering support. Each of you have shaped me to be the woman I am today.

Ellena, Nicole, Kristen, Amanda, Emily, and the rest of my rock-star team behind the scenesmaking our mission possible and allowing me to stay focused on my passion projects. I am so grateful for your support and dedication every day.

My amazing community of essential oil rock stars that I get to work with every day who change lives by sharing and educating about the benefits of self care and essential oils. You are making a huge difference in this world, one drop at a time.

Jolene Brightenfor your amazing friendship as we navigate this book journey together. J. J. Virginfor being a powerful inspiration, mentor, and friend. Magdalena Wszelakifor giving me real talk advice along the way. Robyn Openshawfor supporting me since I began this journey many years ago. Bridgit Dannerfor being my light and our countless weekly phone calls. Karl Krummenacherfor giving me clarity and keeping me on track with the bigger picture.

Amanda Olsenfor being my cheerleader and always knowing what to say. Candace Romerofor having my back since I was twenty-two years old and giving me great insight on what women want out of this book. Tony Younfor believing in me and having my back! Cynthia Snyderfor being the best sister.

To all of my fellow wellness rock stars: Zia Nix, Brianne Hovey, Bree Argetsinger, Amy Medling, Nicole Willis, Izabella and Michael Wentz, Trevor Cates, Steph Gaudreau, Nicole Jardim, Garbielle Lyon, Lauren Noel, Erin Nielson, Melissa Kathryn, Dave Asprey, Katie Wells, Teri Cochrane, Emily Fletcher, Alex Carrasco, Alexandra Jamieson, Ann Shippy, Kevin and Annmarie Gianni, Anna Cabeca, Melissa Esguerra, Christiana Maia, Cynthia Pasquela, Elisa Song, Summer Bock, Jerry Bailey, Joan Rosenberg, Alan and Kirin Christianson, Kellyann Petrucci, Mallory Leone, Jessica Drummond, Amy Myers, Maru Davila, Nat Kringoudis, Robyn Benson, Tricia Nelson, Trudy Scott, Will Cole, Lara Adler, and Vincent Pedretogether we are changing the world!

My incredible publishing teamWendy Sherman, thank you for being the best literary agent and having faith in me every step of the way. Your unwavering support and commitment are awe-inspiring. Karen Moline and Erin Hubbard for helping me to create this book and making it approachable for my readers. Your guidance from start to finish was invaluable.

Anna Z. Bohbot for being my fellow collaborator in all of my books and for creating incredible recipes. The wonderful team at Harmony Books for partnering with me to create this bookAlyse Diamond, Christina Foxley, Danielle Curtis, Tammy Blake, Connie Capone, and all of the rock stars in the copyediting department.

To my readersI am so grateful to you for allowing me to be a part of your awesome healing journey. You are the reason I wrote this book.

Appendix A

Resources

For more inspiration, visit www.drmariza.com/hormonesolution , where Ive provided additional resources to support your hormone and essential oil journey, and join our amazing sisterhood of courageous women, the Hormone and Essential Oil Revolution Community.

I have also listed key resources to support your journey toward hormone balance and becoming the CEO of your health with self-care rituals and essential oils.

Additional Hormone Resources

www.drmariza.com/hormonesolution (access your full library of book bonuses here!)

Dr. Mariza Snyder Online

www.facebook.com/drmarizasnyder

@drmariza

www.youtube.com/dr.mariza

Comprehensive Hormone Quiz

www.drmariza.com/hormonequiz

Getting Started with Essential Oils Checklist

www.drmariza.com/checklist

Recommended High-Quality Essential Oils

www.drmariza.com/essentialoils

Custom Hormone Supplements

www.drmariza.com/supplements

Hormone Testing and Trusted Laboratories

www.drmariza.com/hormonetesting

www.dutchtest.com/

Integrative and Functional Practitioners

https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner/

Understand Essential Oil Basics with Dr. Marizas 101 Essential Oil Transformation Course

www.drmariza.com/101course

Essential Oil Accessories (Diffusers, Cases, Containers, Carrier Oils)

www.oillife.com

www.aromatools.com

Personal Care and Skin Care

Environmental Working Group

http://www.ewg.org/skindeep

Campaign for Safe Cosmetics

www.safecosmetics.org

Annmarie Gianni Skincare

https://shop.annmariegianni.com

The Spa Doctor Skincare

https://store.thespadr.com

Healthy Green Cleaning

Green Cleaning Checklist

http://www.drmariza.com/greencleaning

Environmental Working Group

www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners

Healthy Food Options for Cooking at Home

Thrive Market

www.thrivemarket.com

Vital Choice Seafood

www.vitalchoice.com

Dr. Marizas Go-To Experts

You can find many of these experts on the Essentially You podcast on iTunes.

Hormone Support

Jolene Brighten, ND (https://drbrighten.com/)

Nicole Jardim (https://nicolejardim.com/)

Bridgit Danner, LAC (http://www.bridgitdanner.com/)

Sara Gottfried, MD (http://www.saragottfriedmd.com/)

Alan Christianson, NMD (https://drchristianson.com/)

Nat Kringoudis, DAOM (http://www.natkringoudis.com)

Amy Medling (http://www.pcosdiva.com)

Thyroid Support

Izabella Wentz, PharmaD, FASCP (www.thyroidpharmacist.com)

Magdalena Wszelaki, CNS (www.hormonesbalance.com)

Autoimmune Support

Amy Myers, MD (https://www.amymyersmd.com)

Tom OBryan, DC, CCN, DACBN (http://thedr.com/)

Terry Wahls, MD (https://terrywahls.com/)

Gut Support

Vincent Pedre, MD (http://pedremd.com/)

Summer Bock, CNS (https://summerbock.com/)

David Perlmutter, MD, FACN, ABIHM (https://drperlmutter.com)

Nutrition Support

J. J. Virgin, CNS, CHFS (https://jjvirgin.com/)

Kellyann Petrucci, MS, ND (https://www.drkellyann.com/)

Melissa Kathryn, CHN (http://melissakathryn.com/)

Mark Hyman, MD (http://drhyman.com/)

Dave Asprey (https://www.bulletproof.com)

Robyn Openshaw (https://greensmoothiegirl.com/)

Emotional Support

Trudy Scott, CN (http://www.antianxietyfoodsolution.com/)

Kelly Brogan, MD (http://kellybroganmd.com/)

Emily Fletcher (https://zivameditation.com/)

Appendix B

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