Preconception, Pregnancy & Postpartum: It's Not All Baby Bumps & Bliss | MMP Ep. 194

The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast

May 12, 2025 ∙ 63 mins
Episode 195

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You’ve seen the highlight reels—bump pics, nursery tours, cute little booties. But what about the stuff no one posts? Like the hormonal chaos, postpartum identity crisis, or the mental load of trying to do it all?


In this raw and heartwarming episode, I sit down with my two incredible friends, Becca and Liz from Fit Mom, to talk about the real journey through preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum—as moms, as women, and as entrepreneurs.


We’re pulling back the curtain on:

- The silent struggles of postpartum no one warns you about

- What we wish we knew before getting pregnant

- Navigating hormonal shifts and mental health after baby

- Balancing business and motherhood without losing yourself

- Learning how to rest, heal, and not rush the “bounce back”


Whether you're thinking about trying for a baby, currently pregnant, knee-deep in postpartum, or just trying to find your footing again—this one’s for you.


Grab your matcha (or your cold coffee you reheated twice), and come hang with us for some laughs, tears, and the kind of truth-telling every woman deserves to hear.


TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) - Intro

(02:34) - Who are Becca & Liz?

(09:44) - Preparing your body for pregnancy & the health of your child

(27:28) - How to handle Postpartum so you can feel your best

(44:44) - Following your purpose and doing what's best for you

(56:00) - Giving yourself credit & being proud of yourself

(59:21 )- Final thoughts + where to connect with Becca & Liz (links below)


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The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast

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195

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May 12, 2025

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63 mins
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    We all know someone who is taking a GLP-1 medication for fat loss – but how do they work? What IS a GLP-1? Well, it is actually a hormone secreted in our intestines when we eat that influences how our body breaks down sugar, releases insulin and our appetite! AND OUR BODY MAKES IT NATURALLY. […]

  • How to Beat the 9 Sneaky Holiday Health Traps: From Overeating to Stress Eating | MMP Ep. 140

    The holidays are full of joy—but they can also be full of sneaky health traps that derail your progress. In this episode, I reveal the 9 hidden pitfalls, from mindless overeating at holiday parties to stress eating when things get hectic. I teach you practical strategies to stay on track without feeling deprived, so you […]

  • Unlocking the Power of Phytoestrogens: Your Menopause Secret Weapon | MMP Ep. 139

    In this episode, we explore the incredible benefits of phytoestrogens and how they can be your secret weapon for navigating menopause and perimenopause. Coach Chelsey and I break down the science behind these plant-based compounds, explaining how they work in the body to ease hormonal symptoms, boost overall health, and support weight loss. You’ll learn […]

  • 7 Steps to Make Yourself Menopause Proof | MMP Ep. 138

    Ok – you will still go through menopause but you can make it suck a whole lot less! Especially since you spend 40-60% of your life in peri and post menopause! Here’s the bad news: – Fat mass increases the 3-5 years leading to menopause – Muscle mass decreases in the 3-4 years leading to […]

  • 9 Menopause Hunger Hormone Changes Keeping You Fat | MMP Ep. 137

    The menopause munchies – they suck. And they can obviously make it WAY harder to lose weight. Today Coach Chelsey and I cover what changes influence your hunger and fullness cues as well as fat storage as your hormones start change. We cover the 9 hormones at play, what causes them to fluctuate and of […]

  • 3 Cardio Fat Loss Mistakes in Menopause | MMP Ep. 136

    Let’s talk cardio! You have all heard me put down cardio and push resistance training if you have been listening to the podcasts or following my social media accounts but let’s really talk about it I am not anti-cardio. Cardio has a TON of benefits! For… – Mental health – Cardiovascular health – Blood pressure […]

  • The Protein Trap: Why 'Healthy' Foods Could Be Sabotaging Your Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 135

    In this episode, we dive into the hidden pitfalls of protein “health” foods and their impact on menopause fat loss. I break down the key differences between different types of protein sources and explain how seemingly healthy choices might be sabotaging your progress. Learn how some “health foods” can lead to weight gain, inflammation, and […]

  • Getting Your Dream Body After 40 | MMP Ep. 134

    I did a little experiment with our clients. I asked them to send me a picture of what the physique goal they want to achieve was. Some women sent pictures of women on the internet. Some women sent a picture of themselves a few years ago. One women even sent a picture of me haha. […]

  • 7 Healthy Habits Keeping You Fat in Menopause | MMP Ep. 133

    I bet you are doing AT LEAST 1 of these things Everywhere you look people are telling you to do different things to lose weight HOWEVER some of those things that SEEM “healthy” could be the very thing that is stalling your progress or worse – making you fat Today I cover the 7 most […]

  • 11 Steps for Menopause Fat Loss Success | MMP Ep. 132

    Many of you are probably thinking – it is summer and I NEED to get the weight off. We have been hearing that from clients and from women on calls. So I am going to cover a LOT in the podcast. 1 – The EXACT menopause 11 step fat loss checklist we use with clients […]

  • Quick Morning Routines to Decrease Bloating | MMP Ep. 131

    Bloating SUCKS! So does not pooping. If you are constipated, gassy, bloating gets worse throughout the day and you can feel your pants digging into your belly you can NOT tell me you are in a good mood. You are uncomfortable. You don’t feel attractive. You are just not happy. This is a webinar we […]

  • 7 Strategies For When Weight Loss Stalls | MMP Ep. 130

    Man does it ever SUCK when it feels like you are on a roll and then BAM – your body feels like it brings your fat loss journey to a screeching halt. What I am going to cover: What influences how many calories you burn? How weight loss actually works How to assess if you […]

  • Complete Guide to Hormone Testing for Women | MMP Ep. 129

    We all know that hormones influence how we feel, our cravings, ability to gain and lose both muscle and fat and whole lot more. But what is the best way to get tested? What are the pros and cons of each test? What do I need to test? Coach Kirianna and I covered all of […]

  • 8 Tips to Conquer Cravings and Binge Eating in Menopause | MMP Ep. 128

    The cravings are REAL and they can make it REALLY hard to lose weight and stay on track. So today I covered: – What causes cravings – How hormone changes influence that – The psychological strategies to combat cravings – 8 simple and easy to follow steps to stop cravings! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) – Intro (01:09) […]

  • How To Eat More and Get Lean In Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 127

    If eat less move more was going to work for you – it would have by now. And it might have in the past but your body is TOTALLY different now that you have gone through some hormone changes. Which means how your body burns fat changes. And it will shock you but every single […]

  • 7 Steps To Hit Fat Loss Goals in Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 126

    When we have a goal we want to achieve in the next 6-12 months (yes I said 6-12 months because most of you want to lose 30 pounds in a couple months and honestly that isn’t going to happen if you want to keep it off) how are you going to ensure that you ACTUALLY […]

  • 20 Ways to Lower Cortisol for Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 125

    We all know the negative side effects that happen from chronically elevated cortisol levels: – Reduced hormone production – Inflammation – Poor blood sugar control – Cravings – Low energy – Low thyroid function – Poor gut health/bloating – Liver issues – Muscle loss – Weight gain So today I am diving into more information […]

  • Eating Healthy When You Hate Cooking | MMP Ep. 124

    Cooking is cancelled! Today I am going to cover what the staples are to stay on track and reach your goals WITHOUT slaving away in the kitchen! Cause let’s face it – sometimes you just ain’t got time for that! I give you my go to list of all the staples I like to have […]

  • Serotonin + Depression in Menopause w/ Coach Chelsey | MMP Ep. 123

    So many women struggle with anxiety, depression, brain fog, irritability and mood changes in perimenopause and the years that follow. But why? Most medications are targeted at getting more serotonin in your body but WHY is serotonin low in the first place? HORMONE CHANGES! Today Coach Chelsey and I covered so much to help you […]

  • Season’s of Menopause Fat Loss Strategy | MMP Ep. 122

    Does this sound familiar? You have struggled with weight in the past or maybe it didn’t happen until you got to the joy of perimenopause. Where you didn’t really change anything in your life yet all of a sudden you started seeing weight slowly (or quickly) accumulate around your belly- the “menopause belly” if you […]

  • Do Hormones Matter Post Menopause? | MMP Ep. 121

    I get this question a lot? Do my hormones really matter post menopause – aren’t they supposed to be zero? The answer is YES they do matter and NO they are not supposed to be zero. In this podcast with Coach Kirianna we cover a LOT! – What is SUPPOSED to happen to hormones post […]

  • Perimenopause Fat Loss + The Vagus Nerve | MMP Ep. 120

    You know how much we LOVE to talk about Stress here at Vitality. We often talk about cortisol and the actions that take place in your body to produce cortisol and what happens once it has been released, but how does our body identify things as stressors? Coach Chelsey and I did a webinar in […]

  • From Anorexic to Fit and Eating Over 2500 Calories | MMP Ep. 119

    Today I wanted to share an interview I did with Coach Beth in our community last year. We have talked a bit about disordered eating and eating disorders in the past but never properly had a podcast for it and I thought this was THE perfect interview to share. I won’t spill too much here […]

  • Your Fitness Watch Is Keeping You Fat | MMP Ep. 118

    A LOT of people use wearable fitness devices (40%)! >40% of people use it to measure heart rate >40% use to to measure calories burned >60% use them to track step count And many people use this data to make decisions on how much to eat and exercise. But what if that data is totally […]

  • How To Avoid Weight Regain After A Diet | MMP Ep. 117

    We have all been there. Where you lose the weight – yay! BUT then you gain it back. And then you try another diet and it works but not as great as the next one but you do lose some weight. But then you gain it back. So what exactly is the secret to keeping […]

  • 6 Steps to Reduce Hot Flashes | MMP Ep. 116

    More than 80% of women experience hot flashes and/or night sweats during perimenopause and menopause! Yet no one talks about what actually causes them and then how to address the root cause of them! Which is EXACTLY why I wanted to record this podcast for you! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) – Intro (01:09) – Overview of Hot […]

  • Fat Loss for Shift Workers (feat. Coach Hannah) | MMP Ep. 115

    Shift workers have REALLY important jobs – and we need you! HOWEVER….. Going from days to nights negatively impacts our health, hormones and ability to lose weight. For example the prevalence of insomnia in shift workers is between 29% and 38%, compared to approximately 6% in the general population AND they have increased risk for […]

  • 5 Causes of Cellulite in Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 114

    87-98% of women have cellulite! And it happens at all body fat percentages and can happen at any age! So what exactly causes cellulite? What IS cellulite? And what the heck can you do to reduce it? That is exactly what you will find out in this episode! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) – Intro (01:10) – Overview […]

  • You Do NOT Have a Consistency Problem | MMP Ep. 113

    When it comes to creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle – everyone will tell you consistency is key. But what does consistency even mean? Well, consistency is the actions you take MOST of the time towards your goal, whatever goal you have- whether it be towards your health, your career, your parenting style, even training your […]

  • Ozempic and Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 112

    Let's face it – these popular weight loss drugs are not going anywhere. So I wanted to provide you with all the pros and cons and give you some context and how to avoid negative side effects if you DO choose to go on them or you ARE on them currently. I am going to […]

  • Menopause Symptoms You Didn’t Know About (Feat. VitalityOET Team) | MMP Ep. 111

    Menopause comes with some pretty wild symptoms and ones you definitely didn’t know about. I had a few of my wonderful coaches on to discuss some of the symptoms (not all because there are about 100!) that we see women start to experience in menopause. We also talked about WHY you are experiencing these and […]

  • Alcohol’s Effect in Menopause | MMP Ep. 110

    IT’S PATIO SEASON! And you know what that means, cocktails like mojitos and peach sangria if you are me! But we “know” that alcohol isn’t good for us… right? At least that is what we are told. But WHY? In this episode I cover: – Types of alcohol and their calories – Alcohol’s effect on […]

  • Navigating Summer Nutrition | MMP Ep. 109

    Summer time can be a fun time for most people and it usually comes with a lot of trips and travel along with a lack of routine with the kids out of school paired with all the festivities. This means it can feel pretty tough and overwhelming to “stay on track”. This is exactly why […]

  • Cholesterol Levels in Menopause | MMP Ep. 108

    It can be a SHOCK when you go to the doctor and find out your cholesterol levels are high despite feeling like you didn’t change anything! In this podcast Coach Kirianna and I dive into: – What cholesterol is – What causes increases in cholesterol – How menopause contributes to this – How to naturally […]

  • Menstrual Cycle Changes in Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 107

    Your cycle and the symptoms that come with it can tell us SO much about your body in terms of hormone balance and what your body is struggling with. It also will help address root causes of likely hormone problems so that your transition through perimenopause and menopause is a lot smoother. In this podcast […]

  • 8 Steps To Go From Fat Storing to Fat Burning in Menopause | MMP Ep. 106

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is for all the women out there who feel like they are doing EVERYTHING right yet your body seems to just store fat regardless of what you do. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I cover: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1 – What caused you to go into fat storing mode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠2 – How menopause affects your ability to lose weight ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠3 – […]

  • Pros and Cons of Different Diets in Menopause (Feat. VitalityOET Team) | MMP Ep. 105

    There are SO many diets out there – so how do you know which one is best for? Or maybe you thought you had it figured out – but now it stopped working. In this episode I had a few of my coaches to help me go over the pros and cons of different diets […]

  • Hypothyroidism and Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 104

    The American Thyroid Association estimates that more than 27 million American’s have thyroid disease but more than half of them have no idea! Women are 5-8 times likely than men to develop a thyroid condition too and risk increases as we go through perimenopause and the years that follow! Why does this matter? We have […]

  • Birth Control + Perimenopause | MMP Ep. 103

    OVER 100 MILLION WOMEN ARE ON THE BIRTH CONTROL PILL! That is a lot! But when chatting with women 1:1 I realized that they had NO idea how it affected their natural hormone production, how their body functions, how they feel AND how it affected their menopausal transition! In this episode I had the wonderful […]

  • Protein for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 102

    You hear it everywhere – you need to eat more protein. But does that change in menopause? How much do you need? Why do you need it? So let’s dive right into it. For a copy of our 3 day sample meal plan on how to reach 100g of protein head to this link: https://www.vitalityoet.com/VitalityOET100g_protein […]

  • The Truth about Pre and Probiotics (All You Need Is Carbs) feat. Coach Hannah | MMP Ep. 101

    I had our in house gut queen, Coach Hannah on the podcast today to cover a topic we get asked about ALL the time. Pre and Pro-biotics. In this episode with covered: – Different types of “biotics” and their roles – The key to a healthy gut – What wipes out gut bacteria – If […]

  • Menopause Fat Loss Highlights | MMP Ep. 100

    100 EPISODES! I can’t believe it! I want to take this time to cover some of the most popular moments from the last 100 episodes, highlight the guests who have been on the show but also I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has tuned in and subscribed. I am so thankful for […]

  • DO's and DONT's of a Fat Loss Phase | MMP Ep. 99

    Step number 1: we need to figure out if you are ready for a fat loss phase and where your metabolism is at. To do that for free take our menopause metabolic quiz here and it will also walk you through steps to move in the right direction: https://1ck2gu1qfir.typeform.com/menometabolism Step 2: everything I cover in […]

  • Getting Fit in Your 40s with Jessica Gunn | MMP Ep. 98

    For anyone who is 40+ and feels like they just woke up one day and no longer recognizes themselves when they looked in the mirror – you just don’t feel like you – then THIS is the episode for you. Jessica Gunn is a fitness coach, business colleague, and someone I consider to be a […]

  • 8 Reasons Why “Eating Clean” Isn’t Getting You Results | MMP Ep. 97

    So first before you all freak out – YES we want to eat 80% whole foods and 20% highly processed/fun foods. The type of food you eat will absolutely influence your inflammation levels and provide you with vitamins and minerals that you need. HOWEVER – we talk to a lot of women who say they […]

  • Calculating Maintenance Calories | MMP Ep. 96

    If you have been listening for any amount of time many of you know that you are probably not eating enough. Maintenance is the place where your body stays relatively stable AND feels good. If you have low energy levels, have hormonal symptoms, are struggling to get results in the gym then your metabolism has […]

  • How Many Fat Loss Phases Do I Need? | MMP Ep. 95

    I get these questions a lot: – How many calories do I need to lose weight? – How long do I drop my calories for? – What happens if I plateau? – How many fat loss cycles do I need? And those are all great questions but the answer to all of them is “it […]

  • How To Support Women In Menopause | MMP Ep. 94

    Menopause needs to be taken more seriously. Period. I see so many women that get their concerns brushed off as “no big deal” just because they don’t feel like themselves and want to lose weight. And they get told the same advice over and over despite it not working: “eat less move more” And quite […]

  • Menopause Mindset for Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 93

    I swear this is like a switch – we can pinpoint the exact moment this happens with a client and it is like all of a sudden they start achieving everything and the results start coming! And it all has to do with mindset – which I am sure a lot of you are rolling […]

  • Magnesium for Menopause Support | MMP Ep. 92

    There is a reason that we recommend all women in perimenopause and onwards focus on increasing their magnesium intake through food or supplementation! Here is what I covered!: – What is magnesium – Risks of low magnesium – Magnesium for thyroid function + improving metabolism – Magnesium for cortisol control – Magnesium for hormone production […]

  • What Becoming a Healthy Woman ACTUALLY Looks Like w/ Taylor Temple | MMP Ep. 91

    I had a fellow Canadian coach on the podcast and we talked about a lot! We covered: – Guilt around food and binge eating – The truth about health foods – What health and self care really look like – AND SO MUCH MORE A little about Taylor: Taylor Temple owner of Mind & Body […]

  • 5 Worst Things For Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 90

    On this episode I dive deep into weight loss versus fat loss and the biggest mistakes we see women making when trying to change their body composition. I hope this helps you as much as the thousand women who have already benefited from learning from these mistakes! TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) – Intro (01:15) – Overview + […]

  • Using Functional Nutrition for Menopause Fat Loss with Rachel Scheer | MMP Ep. 89

    YOU LADIES ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS INTERVIEW! Rachel Scheer and I met a few months ago at an event and to say I love her is an understatement. In this episode we covered so many topics that you will love: – Western Medicine versus Functional Medicine and Nutrition – Causes of most disease and […]

  • What to Eat to Build Muscle in Menopause | MMP Ep. 88

    Tired of busting your butt and not getting the results you feel you deserve for all that effort? Then this is THE episode for you. I tell you EXACTLY what you need to do to get that fit toned body you are looking for! I cover: – Why things stopped working in menopause – How […]

  • How To Get Your Partner’s Support In Your Health Journey | MMP Ep. 87

    Does this sound familiar to you? You feel like you are finally getting into the groove or you decide this is it – I am improving my health and nutrition now! I am doing the things!! And then bam – your partner comes home with items not on the grocery list like ice cream and […]

  • Low Energy in Menopause | MMP Ep. 86

    “I’m tired of feeling tired” Low energy and weight gain/weight loss resistance are THE biggest complaints we see in women going through perimenopause and the years that follow. Luckily we have gotten pretty good at helping with this! In women see improvements in energy and sleep in as little as 6 weeks! In this episode […]

  • How Did I Let It Get This Far? | MMP Ep. 85

    I know many of you have woken up asking yourselves this very question Today in this podcast I got over a lot of stuff – some psychology stuff but also how you actually got to this point where you don’t recognize yourself in the mirror and what to do about it. Because it feels like […]

  • Progesterone, Menopause and Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 84

    Low progesterone is not a great time: – Weight gain or trouble losing weight – Mood swings, and depression – PMS, irregular menstrual cycle – Breast tenderness, fibrocystic breasts – Fibroids – Gallbladder problems – Low libido – Hot flashes – Migraines or headaches – Depression, anxiety or other mood changes In this episode I […]

  • How Intuitive Eating Is Keeping You Fat | MMP Ep. 83

    Intuitive eating is super popular BUT you need to proceed with caution. Intuitive eating relies on natural hunger and fullness cues HOWEVER as our hormones change, we under go stressful times, have dieted a lot, fasted, along with our sleep and food choices – well those all affect our natural cues. So you CAN’T TRUST […]

  • Improving Estrogen Levels for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 82

    Too much or too little estrogen can seriously affect not only how we feel BUT our ability to lose fat in menopause. In this podcast I covered: – Roles of estrogen in our body – What happens when estrogen drops – How to combat negative side effects from low estrogen (from perimenopause/menopause, surgical menopause or […]

  • HOW To Eat To Improve Hormone Imbalances and Fat Loss in Menopause | MMP Ep. 81

    There is a lot of information on WHAT to eat but have you ever considered that HOW you eat could actually be a HUGE part of the problem? It actually plays a much bigger role than you think and could be the missing puzzle piece in your health and fitness journey. Today I covered in […]

  • What I Wish I Knew About Menopause Sooner (Feat. VitalityOET Team) | MMP Ep. 80

    We asked what women wish they knew about menopause sooner in our facebook community of over 19 thousand women. Today I had Coach Beth, Coach Kirianna and Coach Amy come to discuss the things women were talking about because if they wished they knew these things sooner then so will all the other women in […]

  • Improving Sleep to Accelerate Menopause Fat Loss (Feat. Coach Hannah) | MMP Ep. 79

    One common complaint we hear from women is that their sleep SUCKS especially once they hit perimenopause and the years that follow. And everyone “knows” that they SHOULD try to get better sleep. But WHY? And why does this matter in menopause? Well – it actually REALLY affects your hormones, chronic disease risk (like diabetes […]

  • Carbs for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 78

    Carbs are the missing piece from your fat loss journey. Quite literally. It is crucial for a lot of things like building muscle, improving thyroid function and keeping your metabolism up nice and high = easier fat loss. Eat the thought of eating carbs is terrifying thanks to freaking health and fitness industry from some […]

  • Do Genetics Affect Menopause Fat Loss? (Feat. Coach Kirianna) | MMP Ep. 77

    This is a loaded question and Coach Kirianna and I dive into the truth about genetics. We covered a few different topics: – What are genetics? – What are epigenetics? – What influences our epigenetics – Genetics and fat loss – Genetics and Menopause – What can you do if your genetics are “working against […]

  • Cortisol, Hormones, and Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 76

    Last episode I went over all the reasons you could experience sudden weight gain in perimenopause (and onwards) including various hormonal imbalances. I then touched on how to improve/combat all those issues so you can lose weight and there was one thing that ALL of them had in common – improving cortisol levels! So today […]

  • Sudden Weight Gain in Menopause (What To Do) | MMP Ep. 75

    Anyone else hop on the scale – panic and then start eating less food, cutting carbs and adding in more exercise? Except that didn’t seem to help AT ALL?! I mean it used to but not since this glorious time period we call perimenopause came around. So today I covered all the reasons as to […]

  • Menopause Body Image | MMP Ep. 74

    Did you know 86% of women in North America are dissatisfied with their bodies and 40-60% of elementary aged girls are concerned with their body and fear “getting fat”?! That maybe one of THE biggest heart breaking statistics I have ever heard. So today I am going to dive deep into body image as well […]

  • Libido and Sex in Menopause | MMP Ep. 73

    Don’t worry we aren’t going to suggest anything crazy here but we ARE going to explain to you why libido decreases in menopause, why we might struggle with pelvic pain and a bit of the science behind that. Then we break down the benefits of having sex and the things that you can do to […]

  • Fast vs. Slow Metabolism in Menopause | MMP Ep. 72

    Have you ever wondered “why does SHE have such an easy time losing weight?”, “how come she didn’t gain weight when eating more food?” Well I am finally answering all those questions! It comes down to what type of metabolism you have – and there are 4 different categories we use to describe women in […]

  • Why The Scale Went Up In Menopause (Feat. Coach Kirianna) | MMP Ep. 71

    Before I hop into today’s episode: WE ARE GIVING AWAY 3 MONTHS OF FREE COACHING! And there are limited runner up prize packages of $500 off, + $50 gift card to your choice of Amazon, Lululemon or Starbucks AND you will be entered to win 1 of 2 DUTCH hormone tests! The best part is […]

  • Reverse Dieting Do's and Don’ts for Menopause Fat Loss Success | MMP Ep. 70

    We are going to cover: – What is reverse diet and do you need one? – How it helps with stubborn menopause belly fat – How it improves hormone profile and hormonal symptoms – The do’s and don’ts to do this SUCCESSFULLY – The exact check lists clients receive to know if they are ready […]

  • Staples of a Menopause Workout Program | MMP Ep. 69

    I start off this episode with first explaining a bit about the hormone changes we experience in perimenopause and onwards and how that affects our body composition and our ability to lose fat. Then I cover that the staples are that make a great metabolism boosting menopause workout program and how to adjust training to […]

  • How and What to Eat in Menopause | MMP Ep. 68

    Man nutrition can be FREAKING confusing. Today I am making this episode short and sweet with what you need to be successful in supporting your menopausal body and set you up for success! I cover what to eat, how much to eat, when to eat and WHY. As always if you have any questions or […]

  • Meal Planning For Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 67

    Maybe you have already reached out to me and I have given you a goal for calories, protein, etc. I have told you rate of increase or decrease. I have talked about meal timing and tweaks to make. Yet I still get women who reach out 6 months later or even a year later than […]

  • Calculating Calories for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 66

    “Can you help me figure out how many calories to eat to lose weight?” This is the question that pops up in my messages every single day – and I am always happy to answer! But how do you really know what you need? Maybe you have tried calculators and equations from other people but […]

  • When Motivation is Gone | MMP Ep. 65

    It is mid-February which means our motivation and excitement from our New Year’s Resolutions is likely starting to disappear. And this is typical for our clients too. I have never done this before but this is a recording of a group teaching call we did with our VitalityOET clients. We hold them every other week […]

  • Hormones That Affect Bloating and Digestion in Menopause | MMP Ep. 64

    Not only can hormones affect your ability to lose weight but they can also cause issues with bloating and digestion! It’s not all about fancy supplements and there are a lot of simple things you can do to improve this! In this podcast I covered which hormones affect digestion, which hormones cause weight fluctuations and […]

  • Estrogen Dominance + Menopause | MMP Ep. 63

    I hear a lot of women talk about how they “think” they have estrogen dominance or their doctor says they have it but have never been tested. OR they have been tested and they just get put on medication. But some important information has been left out like – what is causing this hormone imbalance […]

  • Why Your Diets Stopped Working in Menopause | MMP Ep. 62

    I swear if one more person tells me hormones do not matter for weight loss in women I am going to lose my mind. In this episode I break down a lot: What perimenopause and menopause are What happens to our body during this time in our life How hormones do in fact affect our […]

  • Hormone Imbalances Preventing Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep. 61

    Feel like your body is working against you? Or like you are FIGHTING your body? Like everything you used to work isn’t working anymore?  It can be your HORMONES!  I talk to women everyday and they tell me they have low estrogen or low testosterone and but NONE have any idea what that means for […]

  • Blood Sugar Control in Menopause | MMP Ep. 60

    It is an awful feeling when you go to the doctor and they say “your blood sugars are too high”. Instant panic. And the worst part is the advice you will pretty much always get is: Cut your carbs, lower your calories, do a bunch of cardio and you need to lose weight. Cool. As […]

  • 7 Tips to Ensure Success in Your Menopause Fat Loss Journey | MMP Ep. 59

    I have helped THOUSANDS of women for free by calculating calories, giving them health, fitness and lifestyle recommendations and goals – yet some women will never actually reach their goals DESPITE getting all the resources and information they need. So what dictates if someone is going to be successful on their menopause fat loss journey? […]

  • Progesterone Vs. Progestin – Everything You Need To Know | MMP Ep.58

    Progesterone and progestin are not the same thing – yet a lot of practitioners prescribe it for birth control and perimenopausal/menopausal symptoms despite the fact that it actually DECREASES our body’s natural progesterone production so when you come off it the problem is even worse than before. AND to top that all off progestin actually […]

  • Manipulating Hormones to Boost Metabolism in Menopause | MMP Ep.57

    Hormone imbalances can and will cause metabolic issues, leading to or contributing to weight gain, weight loss resistance, increased cravings, low energy, and more! Sometimes perimenopause is the cause of a lot of these imbalances, HOWEVER, it’s important to note that STRESS on the body over several years prior to perimenopause can be the root […]

  • The Real Reason You Are Not Getting Results | MMP Ep.56

    Today I talk about why you are not getting results. The reason you seem to fall off the wagon over and over again. Why things stopped working for you. I think you will be surprised… These are principles that you can apply to all areas of your life – not just health and fitness. I […]

  • Decreasing Menopause Bloat | MMP Ep.55

    This is a conversation I feel like comes up a LOT when I talk to women. Bloating. It just seems to really get worse once we hit perimenopause and menopause despite not making any radical changes to our diets. What is going on? Today I outlined: – What bloating really is – What causes bloating […]

  • Testosterone and Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.54

    This has been a topic coming up a lot lately – Testosterone. When we think of testosterone we typically think about men and muscle BUT as it turns out testosterone is INCREDIBLY important for menopausal women for a number of reasons like: energy levels, maintaining muscle, libido, mood, metabolism and weight loss! Today I am […]

  • Fiber for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.53

    We all know that fiber is supposed to be great for our gut! But do you we know what fiber is? How it helps with hormones, weight loss, and our health? This is something that we see a LOT of women struggle with in perimenopause and menopause – which is why we made a cheat […]

  • Fasting in Menopause | MMP Ep.52

    To fast or not to fast – that is the question! Maybe you tried it before and it worked… until it didn’t it. So did it really work? I doubt your intention was to lose weight and then stop or worse – gain it all back. In know there are a TON of health gurus […]

  • Simple Meal Prep for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.51

    When we think about meal prep, I am sure the first thing you think of is food perfectly portioned out in containers for the whole week… And that sounds like a terrible time and is not realistic. Well, since the New Year is almost here I know everyone is going to be working on being […]

  • The 6 Biggest New Year's Dieting Mistakes for Women in Menopause | MMP Ep.50

    2024 is almost here and you know what that means: New Year's Resolutions… …and that most women are going to start tracking food with the goal of seeing how little they can possibly consume (again). Unfortunately, this is a fast track to failure and not getting results (at least not ones that last!) So today, […]

  • When To Cut Calories For Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.49

    Are you guilty of deciding you want to lose weight and start tracking food in an app and just aim for as few calories as possible? This is a huge mistake. You are missing step number one, which is: "How do I know when to start?" Today, I talk about the 2 main seasons of […]

  • Our Last Christmas – The Story of My Mom | MMP Ep.48

    I know that as we approach the holidays we start to worry about a lot of things: -The way we look -Judgment from friends or family -The fear of being criticized -Giving and receiving gifts -Being ashamed or feeling guilty for indulging -Travel -Hosting -Avoiding gaining weight -And just a lot of stress in general […]

  • The Pelvic Floor and Menopause with Doula and Coach Brittany | MMP Ep.47

    Today, I had the wonderful Coach Brittany (who is also a doula) on the podcast to chat about pelvic floor changes in perimenopause and menopause. We covered: -What the pelvic floor is -Pelvic floor changes and symptoms in menopause -Solutions -Exercises for the pelvic floor -Potential supplements to try To access our free pelvic floor […]

  • Weight Loss Plateaus in Menopause | MMP Ep.46

    Have you ever been in a diet and things seem to be going well and then BAM progress seems to stall? Ahhh, the dreaded weight loss plateau. In today's episode, I cover what a weight loss plateau actually is, how to assess if you are, in fact, in one, and what to do about it! […]

  • 3 Steps to Start Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.45

    We are officially in December and that means a lot of you are in your, "Screw it—I will start in January" mindset. But do you really want to gain 5-10 pounds and then bust your butt until the end of March just to end up exactly where you are now? Probably not. In today's episode, […]

  • How Cancer Saved My Life with Nick Ross | MMP Ep.44

    Today, it was my absolute pleasure to have my friend Nick Ross on the podcast. I first saw Nick when he spoke at a conference I was at and his story was more than inspirational. He shares his story of when he hit rock bottom, his cancer diagnosis, and how it completely changed his life […]

  • Adjusting Nutrition and Exercise When You are Sick or Injured | MMP Ep.43

    Injuries SUCK! Getting sick SUCKS! You feel like you are in a groove, and BAM we get derailed. UGH. Unfortunately, that is going to happen—it is inevitable. I am on crutches as we speak. Since we know that this stuff is inevitable, I am here today to help you: 1 – avoid injuries and sickness […]

  • Why "Eat Less, Move More" Doesn't Work in Menopause (feat. Coach Kirianna) | MMP Ep.42

    Are you trying to "eat less" and exercise more in order to lose fat, but now that you're in perimenopause or onward your body isn't working the way you're expecting? Are you restricting foods, exercising endlessly, and not seeing ANY progress on the scale, or GOD FORBID, things are actually going in the OPPOSITE direction […]

  • Causes of Hormonal Imbalances in Menopause | MMP Ep.41

    Hormonal imbalances ABSOLUTELY influence your ability to lose weight! In today's episode, I cover: -The 4 biggest NATURAL hormonal disruptors and how to address them -The 4 most common chemical hormonal disruptors and how to avoid them If you want to get your calories calculated for FREE book a call to do so here – […]

  • 5 Steps for Better Gut Health and Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.40

    Are you struggling with bloating and bowel movements since perimenopause? Or maybe your symptoms got worse? It turns out, estrogen has a LOT to do with it! On today's episode I am going to cover: -How your digestive system actually works -What the most common gut health issues and symptoms are -How perimenopause and menopause […]

  • How to Get the Most Out of Your Coaching Experience with Jason Phillips | MMP Ep.39

    Today, I had the pleasure of having Mr. Jason Phillips on the podcast! Jason has been active in the fitness industry for nearly 2 decades. After overcoming anorexia, Jason went on a mission to create impact at the highest level. This journey led him to becoming the most sought-after nutrition coach in the space, as […]

  • 10 Steps to Boost Metabolism in Menopause (to lose fat) | MMP Ep.38

    Why is it so darn hard to lose weight once we hit perimenopause and menopause? It all comes down to our metabolism! In this episode, I cover: -WHAT metabolism is -WHY metabolism slows down in menopause -HOW we can get our metabolism back up I mention a lot of links to other podcasts and videos […]

  • Pre and Post-Exercise Nutrition for Menopause | MMP Ep.37

    Did you know that improper pre and post-workout nutrition in menopause could be the reason you aren't seeing results? It SUCKS to be busting your butt in the gym and realize that something as simple as a snack is why you aren't seeing results! Shocking, I know! In this episode, I cover: -Why we need […]

  • Why You Shouldn't Take Nutrition and Fitness Advice From Your Doctor feat. Sal Di Stefano from Mind Pump | MMP Ep.36

    Today, I had the pleasure of having Sal Di Stefano from Mind Pump on the podcast. Sal is one of the most sought-after experts in fitness and health with his effective, grounded, and easy-to-understand style of communication. He has been on hundreds of top podcasts and frequently speaks at trainer and health practitioner events. His […]

  • How Your Thoughts Are Causing Hormone Imbalances in Menopause | MMP Ep.35

    Did you know the way you THINK can actually influence our hormone balance, which can then influence our body composition?! This is why mindset is SO important to address when it comes to hormone health, ESPECIALLY in perimenopause and onwards in our health and fitness journeys! In this episode, I cover: -Different types of mindsets […]

  • Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain | MMP Ep.34

    According to a study in the London Journal of Medicine, people gain the most weight starting at the beginning of October (what some people would argue is the "start of the holiday season") and that weight gain peaks after New Year's. And what's more, that weight you gain during the holidays takes an average of […]

  • Plant-Based Eating in Menopause (feat. Coach Corinne) | MMP Ep.33

    Can I hit my protein on a plant-based diet? This is such a common question that slides into my messages on a regular basis! And the answer is yes… But it takes some planning. The other question I get is how to transition into a more plant-based diet. I figured the best person to help […]

  • How Gina Increased Her Calories From 1000 to 2200! (Client Spotlight) | MMP Ep.32

    Today, I had the pleasure of having one of Coach Beth's clients—Gina—on the podcast. We recorded this podcast together on October 3rd, which marks exactly 1 year from the day we first spoke and she made the decision to change her life. Gina came to us with poor sleep, some chronic health conditions, poor energy, […]

  • Menopause and Your Brain | MMP Ep.31

    Do any of these sound familiar since you started your perimenopausal journey: Putting the milk in the cupboard and the cereal in the fridge? Walking into a room and forgetting what you're there for? Stumbling over your words? Feeling irritable, moody, and snappy? Feelings of anxiety and depression? Losing the joy of doing the things […]

  • How to Increase Muscle to Boost Metabolism in Menopause | MMP Ep.30

    Exercise only accounts for 10% of your calories out in a day! TEN PERCENT! On the other hand, your BMR (basal metabolic rate, aka, how many calories your body burns at rest) accounts for 40-60% of your calories out in a day. So, do you really think you need to be focusing on calories burned […]

  • Perfectionism and Body Positivity in Menopause | MMP Ep.29

    So… you want to make some changes in your life. Naturally, you start to research and learn as much as you can—but then you get overwhelmed with all the information. You start to make a plan, but it just isn't quite perfect. So you plan and research and plan and research but you never actually […]

  • PCOS, Menopause, and Fat Loss | MMP Ep.28

    Today, we are talking all about PCOS because 20% of women have it but only 3/10 of women with it actually get diagnosed! I cover what PCOS is, the symptoms of each type (yes, there is more than one!), and treatment options—not to mention what happens when you start going through menopause! Additionally, we have […]

  • How to Raise Healthy Kids and Families with Adam Schafer from Mind Pump | MMP Ep.27

    It was my absolute pleasure to interview one of my idols in the fitness space: Adam Schafer, one of the hosts of Mind Pump. Adam has been in the health and fitness space for a long time, working with more than a thousand individuals—and I personally have been listening to their podcast since its inception. […]

  • Working Out For Maximal Results in Menopause (feat. Coach Emma) | MMP Ep.26

    Today, I have the wonderful Coach Emma on the podcast to chat about how to work out to get the BEST results in menopause! We cover: Why focusing on building muscle is more effective at fat burning than cardio/HIIT Productive lifting/lifting with intention (not just trying to burn calories) Non-productive lifting/weight on the bar over […]

  • Hysterectomies, Surgical Menopause, & Pelvic Prolapse (feat. Coach Brittany) | MMP Ep.25

    Almost 500,000 women get hysterectomies each year! That is a LOT… Yet I feel like we know almost nothing about them! Today, I am joined by assistant coach Brittany, who is not only a women's nutrition coach and personal trainer BUT also a birthing doula! Not only do we talk about hysterectomies, surgical menopause, possible […]

  • Taking Control and Responsibility To Reach Your Health and Fitness Goals with Aram Grigorian | MMP Ep.24

    I had the absolute pleasure of having my friend Aram Grigorian on our podcast and man did we cover a LOT: What to do when your program gets boring How to stay accountable to yourself How to take responsibility over your health to empower you and allow you to really live Breaking down why "they […]

  • Gall Bladder & Menopause Gut Health (feat. Coach Hannah) | MMP Ep.23

    I had the pleasure of having our on-staff gut health expert on our podcast today: Coach Hannah! We wanted to talk about the gallbladder because—shockingly—so many women have issues with their gallbladder once they hit perimenopause AND many women have had it removed. Additionally, when our gallbladder isn't working properly (or is absent) it can […]

  • Improving Sleep in Menopause | MMP Ep.22

    Lack of sleep is making you FAT… …ESPECIALLY if you are in perimenopause or menopause. "Great, Stephanie! But there is no way I can get to bed earlier." Well here's the good news: While that would help, improving the quality of sleep is even MORE important! In this episode, I talk about how sleep is […]

  • Developing Accountability for Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.21

    How much do you hate that you get partway through your health and fitness journey and then you quit or something comes up? Or when you get to your health and fitness goal just to gain all the weight back? This is a common issue we see in a lot of women—they haven't developed the […]

  • How to Get Over Your Fear of the Gym (feat. Andrew Coates) | MMP Ep.20

    Today I had the pleasure of having my friend Andrew Coates on the podcast! He is a personal trainer and online coach who promotes strength for everyone. Andrew writes for popular fitness publications including Men's Health, Muscle and Fitness, T-Nation, BarBend, Generation Iron, and Kabuki Strength. He is a speaker at events all over North […]

  • Menopause, Cortisol, & Adrenal Fatigue | MMP Ep.19

    Cortisol gets a really bad rap, but it is a VERY important hormone. It's just when we let it get out of control (*cough cough* which is most of us) that we start to experience a ton of issues—including weight gain around our middle. Cortisol is like the puppeteer that controls literally all the other […]

  • Menopause Supplements | MMP Ep.18

    SUPPLEMENTS—are they worth the hype? Will they actually do what they say they do? Which ones should I take? What about collagen? I go over ALL of this and more on today's podcast. We also have a free guide to go along with this, so if you want a copy of that just head to […]

  • Hormone Changes During Diets in Menopause | MMP Ep.17

    We are all so excited when we start a fat loss phase… UNTIL we get to weeks 5-6-7 and start to feel a little less motivated, a little more tired, and typically a whole lot more hungry! But this isn't just due to motivation waning—it is actually your body trying to protect you through the […]

  • The 9 Biggest Exercise Mistakes in Menopause | MMP Ep.16

    Who wants to look FIT and TONED?! I know I do! But what if I told you that eating low carb and doing your HIIT, cardio, and boot camp-style classes are actually making you 'SKINNY FAT'? I can almost guarantee that that's not what you wanted to hear… but the good news is that in […]

  • The Secret to Reaching Your Goals (feat Taylor Crassweller) | MMP Ep.15

    Today my wonderful husband joins me on the podcast to talk about how to achieve your goals and create habits that stick. Enjoying the process is a HUGE part—the clients in our program who embrace the process and take it all in are always more successful and reach their goals more quickly. This is something […]

  • Alcohol, Fat Loss, and Menopause | MMP Ep.14

    Pass the peach sangria! There is nothing I love more than sitting in the sunshine on a patio or at the beach with a glass of peach sangria! And I think we all know that alcohol isn't that great for us, BUT do we actually understand what it does to our bodies—particularly when we go […]

  • Gut Health and Ulcerative Colitis (feat. Coach Emma) | MMP Ep.13

    Are you struggling with bloating, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain and are starting to be scared to eat food? You are NOT alone! Today, I had the pleasure of having Coach Emma on the podcast to tell us about her experience with Ulcerative Colitis, and how she manages her gut health AND manages her weight. We […]

  • Menopause — When to Cut Calories for Fat Loss | MMP Ep.12

    So, you want to lose weight… but here are two questions we need to answer first! Are you ready to cut your calories? And if you cut your calories starting today, are you going to see fat loss? PROBABLY NOT! I bet that is not the answer you were hoping for… In today's episode, I […]

  • Progesterone, Menopause, & Fat Loss | MMP Ep.11

    Low progesterone FREAKING SUCKS—trust me I know—I have been dealing with this for a while! And unfortunately, it is something that is naturally going to decrease as we go through perimenopause/menopause… Lucky us! Progesterone has so many important roles in our bodies, including keeping us energized, controlling fluid retention, and weight control. So unfortunately, if […]

  • How To Measure Fat Loss Progress During Menopause (feat. Coach Beth) | MMP Ep.10

    It might surprise you, but using a scale really isn't the best way to measure progress in your fat loss journey! How many of you let the scale take control of your emotions and self-worth? Too many of us—it definitely used to control mine! I had the pleasure of having coach Beth on the podcast […]

  • Reverse Dieting for Menopause Fat Loss (the 'Simple Seasons' approach to fat loss) | MMP Ep.9

    We cover a LOT in a short amount of time today! -What happens when you have been dieting for too long -What cortisol does to our bodies—particularly during menopause -What is a reverse diet and do you need one? -How to reverse diet -How to use our 'Simple Seasons' approach to fat loss in menopause […]

  • Weight Fluctuations in Menopause | MMP Ep.8

    Anyone else hop on the scale and not see the number you want? It instantly puts you in a bad mood because "I'm doing all the things right—why isn’t it going down??" You then proceed to scrutinize yourself in the mirror. You nitpick at your perceived flaws, pinching the fat on your stomach, turning sideways […]

  • Mastering Mindset for Menopause Fat Loss (feat. Coach Amy) | MMP Ep.7

    Does this sound like you? "Oops I had a piece of pizza — screw it I am just going to eat whatever I want for the rest of the day." "Tracking is overwhelming — I give up" "I haven't lost weight in 2 weeks — it's not working — I must be broken" Mindset is […]

  • Low Carb in Menopause is Making You SKINNY FAT | MMP Ep.6

    When you think about wanting to lose a couple pounds, what is the first thing that comes to mind? For most, it is cutting out carbs. However, that may not be the best decision—ESPECIALLY if you are in perimenopause/menopause, are stressed, are not getting enough sleep, are active, eating low-calorie, or have thyroid issues! Today, […]

  • How to Lose Fat on Vacation | MMP Ep.5

    Does this sound familiar to you? You book a vacation and then for the 6-8 weeks (if that) leading up to it, you are crash dieting, cutting carbs, doing a ton of exercise, and being "really good". You have been depriving yourself of "fun" foods and being really strict… …and then you get to your […]

  • Thyroid Function, Menopause, & Fat Loss (feat. Coach Kirianna) | MMP Ep.4

    Did you know that once you hit perimenopause you are at an increased risk of developing thyroid issues?! Why does that matter? The thyroid is like your body's thermostat that decides how fast or slow your metabolism is (how many calories your body burns)—which is going to dictate your ability to lose weight! Today, I […]

  • Insulin Resistance & Menopause | MMP Ep.3

    Did you know that our ability to control our blood sugars starts to decrease as we go through perimenopause?! Lucky us! Estrogen is responsible for helping out with insulin sensitivity by helping shuttle the sugars in our blood to our muscle cells. When estrogen drops during perimenopause and onwards we see that not only does […]

  • Estrogen & Menopause Fat Loss | MMP Ep.2

    Today, we're talking all things estrogen! We know that as we go through perimenopause and menopause our estrogen levels start to drop, which leads to a ton of hormonal symptoms (brain fog and hot flashes anyone?). But that's not the only thing that happens when estrogen drops… It makes building muscle harder, losing weight harder, […]

  • What is Perimenopause? | MMP Ep.1

    Welcome to the first episode of The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast! Today, I wanted to kick things off by explaining what perimenopause and menopause actually are—especially since 1.1 billion women are expected to be in perimenopause by 2025! So it is incredibly important to understand what is actually going on in our bodies as females. […]

  • The Metabolism & Menopause Podcast – Premiering Monday, May 1st

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  • Symptoms of Breast Cancer (YouTube Video #389)

    Symptoms of Breast Cancer In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor reveals a surprising truth—most breast cancers have no early symptoms. She debunks common myths, especially the widespread belief that breast pain signals cancer, and explains the difference between signs and symptoms. Learn why relying on symptoms alone can be dangerous, and how early […]

  • Sherri Dindal – Being The Real Slim Sherri and new beginnings in Midlife & Menopause

    Many of you will know The Real Slim Sherri from Instagram and TikTok – she is well known for her no- holds barred, unfiltered truths around growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, midlife, life as a Gen X woman and menopause.  I have loved her page ever since I discovered it and so was […]

  • What Stem Cell Therapy Taught Me About Recovery, Mindset, and Reinventing Downtime

    In today’s episode, I share my personal experience with stem cell therapy—and the unexpected lessons that came from being forced to slow down. Whether you’re choosing a procedure like stem cell therapy or suddenly dealing with an injury or illness, time off from your normal routine isn’t just inconvenient — it’s a major mental and […]

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    Forget everything you thought you knew about nutrition. This episode gets wildly colorful—literally. Dr. Deanna Minich joins Sally to decode how COLOR—yes, actual colors—can shift your health, your hormones, and even your mood. From purple carrots to chlorophyll, this convo goes deep on how to nourish your body and your energy. We’re talking:✨ Yellow for […]

  • Ep #152: Overcoming Gender Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry with Captain Reyné O’Shaughnessy

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  • 219 How to Support Your Mental Health and Stop Menopause Weight Gain

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  • S4 Ep178: Mid-life Nutrition: Tips and Tricks From a Dietician with Dr. Alexandra Filingeri

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  • 164: Emotional Eating in Menopause – The Psychology Behind the Cravings

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  • Bladder Issues in Menopause – The Hidden Bacteria You Need to Know

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  • Ep 176 -Restoring Blood Flow for Brain, Heart and Hormonal Health with Cathy Eason

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The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast

Our mission is to teach women about how their bodies change during the perimenopausal period (and onwards) so they can finally reach their health and fitness goals, live a life full of vitality and feel in CONTROL and at home in their bodies again! There is no excessive restrictions, no taking out your favorite foods, […]

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