Revive & Thrive: Harnessing Nitric Oxide to Reignite Hormonal Balance and Female Vitality
Course Description:
Join the Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute (PLMI) for a transformative session on the cutting-edge role of nitric oxide in women’s health. “Revive & Thrive” explores how this powerful molecule is reshaping our understanding of hormonal balance, easing menopausal transitions, and enhancing sexual vitality in women.
Kicking off with an illuminating keynote by PLMI founder Dr. Jeffrey Bland, this event sets the stage for a deep dive into the science and clinical application of nitric oxide. Renowned hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder teams up with Cathy Eason, Clinical Educator at Berkeley Life, to explore emerging research and practical strategies that empower women to restore balance, energy, and confidence at every stage of life.
Whether you’re a clinician, health coach, or curious practitioner of lifestyle medicine, this session will equip you with the latest insights and actionable tools to help your patients or clients thrive.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand the physiological role of nitric oxide in hormone signaling
- Explore nitric oxide’s impact on menopausal symptoms and sexual function
- Learn personalized strategies for supporting nitric oxide production in women
- Gain clinical pearls from leading experts in integrative and lifestyle medicine
Hourly Schedule
August 19, 2025
- 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- Introduction
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Speakers:
Jeff Bland, PhD
- 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm
- Cathy Eason Science of Nitric Oxide
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Speakers:
Cathy Eason
- 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- Dr. Mariza Snyder Clinical application
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Speakers:
Dr. Mariza Snyder
- 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
- Panel Discussion
Speakers
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Jeff Bland, PhD
Jeffrey Bland, PhD, is a pioneering figure in the food-is-medicine movement and a leading expert in nutritional biochemistry. As founder of Big Bold Health, he now focuses on longevity through immune health, championing the concept of immune rejuvenation as a pathway to healthy aging. Dr. Bland’s work highlights the powerful role of plant polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids in supporting immune resilience. Widely known as the “father of Functional Medicine,” he has spent more than 40 years advancing nutrition science, regenerative agriculture, and personalized approaches to lifelong vitality.
Dr. Bland began his career in academia as a university professor. In the early 1980s, he became a protégé of two-time Nobel Laureate, Dr. Linus Pauling. Dr. Bland then spent decades as a natural products industry insider and entrepreneur, while also serving as a scientific advisor and mentor to dynamic founders and leading brands.
A lifelong educator, Dr. Bland has traveled the world many times over as a renowned speaker. In 1991, he and his wife, Susan, founded The Institute for Functional Medicine. In 2012, they established another educational nonprofit called The Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, which brings together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to focus on new models of healthcare delivery, advancements in medical nutrition therapy, and exciting emerging science.
Dr. Bland is the author of The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life, as well as additional books and many research papers. His next book will be published by HarperCollins in March 2027. The Nourished Gene: Rejuvenate Your Immunity, Reverse Chronic Symptoms, and Activate Your Longevity is now available for pre-order from all major booksellers.
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Cathy Eason
Cathy is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist® with over 20 years of clinical experience. She specializes in digestive health, autoimmune conditions, neuroendocrine dysfunction, and metabolic imbalances, with a strong focus on the clinical application of nutraceuticals. Cathy is passionate about supporting healthcare professionals through education, collaboration, and holistic strategies. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, spending time in nature, and fostering wellness-focused communities.
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Dr. Mariza Snyder
Dr. Mariza Snyder is a functional wellness practitioner, bestselling author, and leading expert in women’s hormone health with over 15 years of clinical experience. She specializes in integrative strategies to support hormonal balance, energy, and vitality, with a focus on natural wellness and nutrition. As the author of The Essential Oils Hormone Solution and host of the Essentially You podcast, she is a trusted voice in the women’s health space.
