About this episode

This episode discusses how menopause affects metabolism and offers strategies to manage weight during this transition.

I’m breaking down exactly how menopause and perimenopause change your metabolism, why belly fat increases, and why the strategies that worked in your 30s and 40s often stop working after hormonal shifts begin. Learn how estrogen impacts insulin resistance, cortisol, gut health, muscle loss, and fat storage, and the science-backed nutrition and exercise strategies that can help you work with your body instead of against it. Check out my interview on Dr. Doug Lucas' Channel! https://open.spotify.com/episode/2oGJErzmxQshW2Un8DoFNU GET A CUSTOMIZED WEIGHT LOSS PLAN: Have a free 1-on-1 call with our Expert Nutritionists👉🏼 ⁠⁠https://app.myphdweightloss.com/nationwide-optin-page⁠ 🚀 Unlock Your Body's Natural Fat-Burning System! Learn how to naturally support GLP-1, improve blood sugar balance, and reduce cravings with simple strategies that work with your body—not against it. Get your FREE Guide here: https://app.myphdweightloss.com/opt-in-glp-1 ✨GLUCOCUT+All-in-One (Glucose and Metabolic Support) & ELECTROLYTE PLUS (All-in-One Hydration and Mineral Support) https://drashleywellness.com/discount/Youtube10 SECOND COUPON CODE 👀: ASHLEY10 *Discount Applied at Checkout*…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Ashley Lucas

Guest: Dr. Doug Lucas

Topics covered

• menopause
• metabolism
• nutrition
• exercise
• hormonal changes
• weight loss

Keywords

• menopause
• metabolism
• belly fat
• insulin resistance
• cortisol
• gut health
• weight loss strategies

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