... outside early, soaking up the quiet before the day gets loud, making breakfast while half-listening to a podcast, or deep in a PubMed rabbit hole figuring out how to help my clients feel better, faster. And if I’m not doing that… I’m probably reorganizing a closet I just organized last month. #VirgoLife
Most days you can find me...
Using a combination of science, experience, critical thinking, and common sense I help my patients and clients find real-life solutions to their real-life health issues.
.. outside early, soaking up the quiet before the day gets loud, making breakfast while half-listening to a podcast, or deep in a PubMed rabbit hole figuring out how to help my clients feel better, faster. And if I’m not doing that… I’m probably reorganizing a closet I just organized last month. #VirgoLife
Most days you can find me...
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Are You Ready to Reignite YOUR Health?
I’m a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), Certified Midlife Hormone Specialist (CMS), and Licensed Physical Therapist (MSPT) with 25+ years of experience in direct medical care.
When working on more complicated cases or ordering and evaluating advanced lab work, I partner with my husband, Dr. Damon Zavala, D.O. FHM (an Internal Medicine physician) to provide a unique team approach.
That means you truly get the best of both worlds—guiding you to understand the ins, outs, and nuances of holistic and conventional options.
If you are someone who wants more than the standard of care, I am passionate about helping you understand your options (including HRT), become your own health advocate, improve your hormone health, and thrive through this phase of life.
Bringing you decades of healthcare experience
I wasn’t prepared for the crazy changes that hit me in my 40s (which I now realize started in my 30s!). I thought it would be different for me because I was “healthy” and did all the right things. I had worked in direct medical care for 25 years and assumed I could just get answers from my OB/GYN—but nope!
So I dove into the research myself, learned about functional testing, dialed in my nutrition, and even became certified as a midlife hormone specialist. Now I can honestly say I feel better at 50 than I did in my 30s.
I’m here to tell you that you can too!
And then midlife hit.
Since childhood, I’ve been part of a family steeped in chronic health issues. My mom passed away from cancer when I was barely 20 years old and my dad has Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis that near took his life, multiple times. I talk more about his journey in my book, Pain Proof Your Diet.
When my youngest son was born in 2006, his gut issues propelled me to really take a closer look at what my family was eating. Once I realized the impact food made on my life in all areas; energy, sleep, mood, weight, body composition, complexion, and hair - I couldn't keep quiet.
Where it all started…
Bringing you decades of real-life healthcare experience
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Learn my exact steps to stay sane & sexy even as hormones decline (with more what you see on IG)
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This is online so that you can get all the results without the hassle of going to more doctor visits! All private consultations and group coaching calls will be conducted via Zoom.
Q: Is this in person or online?
Q: What are Marci’s credentials?
No. Marci is not licensed to prescribe medications. Her professional training allows her to educate on hormone replacement therapy pros and cons so that you can make informed and empowered choices. She can also refer you to qualified HRT providers if you so choose.
Q: Can Marci prescribe HRT?
Q: How will I get my tests run?
The DUTCH Test (urine metabolites of some hormones) and GI-MAP (stool) are test kits that will be mailed to you. You will collect the samples and home and mail them directly. If conventional blood tests are ordered, you will receive a request that you can take to a local lab.
No problem. HRT is extremely beneficial for many women but not for everyone. Your body is yours and you are the one who needs to decide what is best for you. If you choose to use HRT, this will prepare your body for that. If you do not want to do HRT, this will strengthen your body and provide alternative options to help you feel your best through this phase of life.
Q: What if I don’t want to do HRT?
Q: Will I have to follow a crazy diet?
Nope. Dialing in your diet is an important part of improving your hormonal health and something that will be personalized to your preferences and goals.
Q: How do I get started?
The first step is a no-obligation call to get your questions answered, make sure you’re a good fit, and get you signed up!
