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The Vitality Formula hosted by Dr. Marie Livesey, a board-certified physician, Navy veteran, and founder of Lively Holistic Health helps busy professionals and leaders reclaim energy, metabolism, and mental clarity without rigid routines or burnout.
Each episode blends evidence-based medicine with holistic strategies for stress, sleep, metabolim, weight loss, and sustainable wellness that fit real-life demands. Learn how to reset your biology, align your habits with your circadian rhythm, and make sustainable choices that support your body, mind, performance, longevity, and leadership.
If you’re ready to bridge science and self-care and turn wellness into your next professional advantage this is your formula for vitality.
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In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores why weight loss becomes more complex after 35 through the lens of hormone physiology, stress biology, and metabolic health. She breaks down how thyroid, cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and sleep rhythms interact and why “eat less, move more” often stops working in midlife. This conversation clarifies the difference between influencer-driven hormone hype and physician-guided decision-making. Dr. Livesey explain...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores weight regain after stopping GLP-1 medications through the lenses of hormone health, brain science, and emotional physiology. Rather than focusing on willpower or discipline, she unpacks why your body responds the way it does and what you can do about it. Dr. Livesey breaks down the metabolic, endocrine, and neurological shifts that occur when medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro are discontinued. You'll also learn w...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores financial disclosures and conflicts of interest in medical weight loss through the lens of incentives, transparency, and ethical care. She breaks down how financial relationships can influence health messaging even when the information itself is true. With so many voices in the health and wellness space, understanding how to evaluate advice matters more than ever. Dr. Livesey explains what conflicts of interest are, why most ...
Safety, Cost, and How to Choose the Right Option for Your Body Compounded weight loss medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide are increasingly used, yet few patients understand how they differ from FDA-approved brand name GLP-1 drugs. In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey, physician and metabolism and hormone expert, breaks down compounded vs brand name weight loss drugs, safety considerations, pharmacy oversight, and long-term metabolic implications.. This physician...
The landscape of medical weight loss is evolving, and oral GLP-1 medications are becoming an important part of that conversation. In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey, physician and metabolism and hormone expert, explains what oral weight-loss medications really mean for metabolism, hormones, and real life. This is a physician-led, physiology-first discussion focused on clarity rather than hype. You’ll learn how oral GLP-1 medications work compared to injectable options,...
A physician-led guide to enjoying food, protecting your metabolism, stabilizing energy, and ditching the all-or-nothing holiday mindset. In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey, physician and holistic weight loss coach, shares how to navigate the holidays without obsessing over food, counting calories, or feeling like January needs to start with a detox. This episode is designed for busy, high achieving women who want to enjoy holiday meals, travel, family gatherings, and s...
What actually moved the needle for your health in 2025? If you worked hard on your health but your weight, energy, mood, or labs did not change, this episode explains why. In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey, physician and holistic weight loss coach, breaks down what truly created metabolic change for her patients and clients and what did not. This conversation is especially relevant for women over 35 and busy professionals who feel stuck despite eating well, exercising...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey shares 8 powerful health, mindset, and lifestyle truths that actually moved the needle in her 36th year of life, no fluff, no filler. From how to create systems that support your health goals, to the science behind sleep and metabolism, this episode is packed with takeaways that busy professionals can implement immediately. Rather than a list of “36 things I learned,” Dr. Marie reflects on the real shifts that shaped her life at 36 in...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey a board-certified family medicine physician, holistic weight-loss coach, and founder of Lively Holistic Health breaks down the real differences between functional medicine vs. conventional medicine and why this long-standing divide is hurting patients more than it helps. Dr. Livesey explains the core philosophies behind each approach, the pros and cons of functional medicine, and the system-level challenges that drive much of the conf...
A 14-month case study on how GLP-1 medications and personalized habits work better together. Can Ozempic transform your health and still feel natural? In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey shares how one patient’s 14-month journey proved that GLP-1 medications and lifestyle habits work best together. Through “Marney’s” inspiring transformation, you’ll see how medication, nutrition, movement, and sleep synergy led to measurable improvements in A1c, cardiovascular health, a...
Learn how to tell solid science from hype. Dr. Marie Livesey explains the types of medical studies and shows how to evaluate research claims with confidence. Not all studies are created equal. In this episode of The Vitality Formula, holistic physician and health coach Dr. Marie Livesey reveals how to tell if a medical study is actually trustworthy. From randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to observational studies, she breaks down the hierarchy of medical evidence, explains common biases and ...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores the “Fall Funk” how shifts in light exposure, hormone rhythms and your circadian clock during November hijack your mood, energy and focus. She unpacks the science behind why you might feel off and offers practical resets that fit real life. In a clear, solution‑focused way, Dr. Livesey walks high‑achieving adults through exactly what happens when morning light fades, how your internal clock responds, and what you can do about...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores how to build your personal health defense system before the holidays hit, using science, mindset, and real-life strategies. She walks listeners through a proactive 3-part framework designed to help you feel rested, grounded, and in control—not depleted—come January. Through powerful storytelling and practical, physician-backed advice, Dr. Marie shares how boundaries, habit anchors, and mini-recovery rituals can be your secret...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores a powerful truth: leadership isn’t just a mental game, it’s an energy game. Through stories, science, and strategy, she reveals how protecting your energy gives you the edge in decision-making, presence, and performance. Dr. Livesey explains how even high-performing leaders can burn out when they rely on discipline without recovery and what to do instead. If you’ve ever felt like your leadership is sharp on paper but strained...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores how perfectionism quietly derails weight loss and what to do instead. Drawing on real-life coaching stories, neuroscience, and the psychology of behavior change, she reveals how “all-or-nothing” thinking traps you in cycles of burnout, guilt, and inconsistency, ultimately keeping you from achieving your weight loss goals. Dr. Livesey shares science-backed mindset shifts and practical planning strategies to help you ditch the ...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores how to beat fall brain fog and fatigue through the strategic use of seasonal produce and anti-inflammatory spices. Drawing from science, coaching experience, and simple food frameworks, she shows you how to eat with the season to stay sharp, steady, and energized. With real food strategies and a sample "Fall Focus" meal template, Dr. Livesey helps you unlock the hidden power of fall’s most nutrient-dense ingredients—so you ca...
In this episode of The Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores why diets so often fail and what actually creates lasting, sustainable weight loss. Through real-life coaching stories, powerful behavioral research, and practical frameworks, she reveals the secret weapon most people overlook: accountability. Dr. Livesey breaks down the science of consistency, why motivation alone isn’t enough, and how to build a lifestyle that supports your goals long after the initial excitement fades. Fro...
In this episode of the Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey explores medical gaslighting (or medical invalidation) through personal experiences, evidence, and insights on how patients can recognize and address this harmful phenomenon. Dr. Livesey opens with a powerful patient story, then defines medical invalidation, walks you through the emotional and physical consequences of medical invalidation, and offers concrete in‑the-moment scripts and self-advocacy strategies to reclaim your voice in ...
Struggling with weight gain and poor sleep during perimenopause? Learn how to sleep better, eat smarter, and feel like yourself again. In this episode, Dr. Marie Livesey discusses the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, particularly focusing on weight management, sleep issues, and the role of hormones. She explains how hormonal changes affect metabolism and fat distribution, the importance of sleep in regulating cravings and weight, and the controversial topic of h...
Feeling drained before October even hits? It's not just your schedule it’s your energy. In this episode of the Vitality Formula, Dr. Marie Livesey discusses the challenges of the back to school season, emphasizing the importance of energy management over time rather than just time management. She offers practical strategies to reset routines, manage mental load, and create a life with more ease. 00:00 Navigating the September Rush 03:04 Energy Management Over Time 05:46 Strategies for M...
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