Episode 164 – You're Not Destined to Be on Meds Forever”with Dr. Melissa Balizan

Have you ever wondered if you really need to stay on medication forever? In this transformative episode, Dr. Melissa Balizan joins me to dismantle the myth that prescriptions are the only solution to chronic conditions, especially for women navigating hormonal changes, midlife health challenges, and high stress. Dr. Melissa brings 26 years of pharmaceutical expertise, plus a deeply compassionate approach as a concierge pharmacist. She dives into the most common medication traps, the shocking number of prescriptions many Americans take, and how stress and nutrition are key to reversing the cycle.

🧡 What You’ll Learn:

• The connection between hormone shifts and rising prescriptions
• Why the average woman is on 11+ medications, and what to do about it
• Alternatives to managing pain, blood pressure, anxiety, and more
• The role of stress in chronic illness and how to heal holistically
• Why you deserve to be heard and seen on your wellness journey

📌 Resources Mentioned:

• Free gift: Mini Pharmacist in Your Pocket → drmelissabalizan.com
• Book your consultation with Dr. Melissa
• Connect with Donna and schedule your Wisdom Consultation 

✨ About Our Guest:
Dr. Melissa Balizan is a #1 bestselling author, international speaker, and consultant pharmacist. She integrates eastern and western approaches to empower people, especially women, to heal naturally and take charge of their health journey.