The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast

Thinking about starting HRT—or already on it but not seeing results? Here’s the truth: HRT isn’t a magic fix if your body isn’t ready. In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 things you need to do BEFORE starting hormone therapy so it actually works with your body—not against it. We’ll cover gut health, liver detox, blood sugar, stress, and the key labs your doctor probably isn’t running. If you...

Going on HRT hoping it would be the answer to everything? Better sleep, better moods, less brain fog, and finally some weight loss. But instead? You felt worse. More bloated. More anxious. More confused. And yes… More weight gain. In this episode, I’m sharing why things went wrong, what I wish women knew before starting, and why so many women feel worse on hormone therapy when it’s supposed to hel...

Ever wondered if sitting in a sauna could actually help you burn fat—especially during perimenopause or menopause? You're not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into the surprising science behind how saunas can support fat loss especially in women over 40—and why it’s so much more than just sweating out water weight. 👙💦 We'll unpack how sauna use impacts insulin sensitivity, mitochondr...

What if the decisions you’re avoiding today are shaping the future you’ll regret tomorrow? In this episode, we get real about aging, identity, and the quiet danger of indecision. One in three women ends up in a nursing home. The average life expectancy for women is 81. For many of us, we’re already halfway there—yet we’re still letting fear, comfort, and passivity decide for us. This isn’t about f...

Ever step on the scale, see a lower number… and then watch it bounce back the next day like it never happened? You’re not alone—and you’re not failing. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the 12 sneaky reasons your weight can spike day-to-day—even when you’re doing everything “right.” We’ll talk about: ✅ Why water retention, hormones, and sodium are behind most of the madness ✅ How perimenopau...

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Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling unheard, unseen, or told everything was 'normal'—even though you knew something was off? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on medical gaslighting—the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) ways women are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left without real answers when it comes to their health. We also br...

Ever feel frozen by your to-do list, paralyzed by pressure, or like you “should” be able to handle more but just... can’t? You’re not broken. You’re not behind. You’re being stretched—and that’s not a bad thing. In this episode, we’ll reframe overwhelm as a sign of capacity expansion, not collapse. I’ll walk you through 5 powerful mindset and nervous system strategies to shift from spiraling into...

You’ve been told to “just listen to your body”…But what if your body is sending mixed signals because your hormones are out of sync? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the intuitive eating trend—and why it often backfires for women over 40. If you're gaining weight, always bloated, or constantly craving sugar even when you're “doing everything right,” this episode is your w...

You’ve been told HIIT is the holy grail for fat loss—fast, sweaty, efficient. But if you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s doing all the “right” workouts and still not seeing results… this episode is your wake-up call. 😳 Here’s the truth: HIIT can open fat-burning pathways—but done wrong (or too often), it floods your body with cortisol, disrupts hormones, and sends the signal to store fat, not burn...

You’re doing “everything right”... but the fat won’t budge. You’ve dialed in your workouts. You’ve cleaned up your food. You’re even trying to manage your stress. So why do you still feel stuck, bloated, and inflamed? 👉 It might be your liver. In this powerful roundtable episode, I’m joined by three of our expert coaches to break down why liver health is one of the most overlooked—but essential—p...

Let’s be honest: you know what to do. You’ve read the blogs, watched the reels, maybe even bought the planner. But somehow… you’re still not following through. In this episode, we’re getting real about why it’s so hard to be consistent—and how the right kind of accountability can change everything. 👊🏼 Maybe you think you just need more “willpower.” 💔 Maybe you feel like you should be able to do...

Feeling overwhelmed by perimenopause? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to just “ride it out.” In this powerful episode, Dr. Mariza Snyder joins me to break down what’s really happening during perimenopause, how to decode your symptoms, and the truth about hormone therapy (HRT)—including the biggest myths keeping women stuck and suffering. We talk about reclaiming your body, your confidence, and...

Bloating. Mood swings. Weight gain that won't budge — even when you're eating clean and exercising. If this sounds familiar, you might be facing a hormonal imbalance no one’s talking about: Estrogen Dominance. In this episode we’re unpacking one of the most misunderstood hormone issues affecting women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s — and why your doctor probably isn’t testing for it correctly. You’ll...

☀️ Summer is here—and with it comes barbecues, beach days, vacations… and a whole lot of women wondering why fat loss suddenly feels impossible. If you're stuck spinning your wheels despite "eating clean" and working out, this episode is for you. Because it’s not about willpower—it’s about strategy. Today, I’m breaking down the 7 biggest mistakes I see women over 40 making in the sum...

You're eating clean. You're moving your body. But you still feel bloated, puffy, inflamed—and the scale won’t budge. Sound familiar? In this episode, we break down why inflammation could be the hidden reason your body is holding onto weight—even when you're doing everything “right.” This is especially common for women over 40, when hormone shifts, gut stress, and metabolic slowdowns collide. 👉 In...

You're working out, watching your carbs, saying no to wine (mostly)...So WHY does your body feel like it’s on strike? If you're in perimenopause, welcome to the hormonal circus—where your thyroid and adrenals are the ringleaders of chaos. In this episode, we’re breaking down: - Why your body’s acting like a moody teenager with a broken metabolism - How stress turns your thyroid into a couc...

Most women aren’t told that perimenopause doesn’t just begin with hot flashes—it often starts silently in your 30s, long before your periods stop. And what’s worse? Your symptoms keep shifting… leaving you confused, exhausted, and feeling like nothing is working. In today’s episode, we’re breaking the silence and exposing the 4 stages of perimenopause no one talks about—from the very first subtle...

You’re eating gluten-free, low-sugar, high-protein everything. Smoothies. Bars. Wraps. Veggie chips. Even the yogurt says “gut health!” But your digestion’s a mess, your cravings won’t quit—and fat loss feels impossible. Here’s the harsh truth: most of what’s marketed as “healthy” is ultra-processed junk in disguise. And it could be wrecking your hormones, metabolism, and fat-burning ability—espec...

Today’s episode is an interview I did with my friend Kim (on her podcast - link below). We both shared about our journey in faith and how it has impacted our lives in all areas like entrepreneurship, relationships, fitness, fears and identity. I share how I have used principles that I have learned to tackle self-sabotage with clients and some tactical actions we do with clients to rebuild their co...

You’ve cut carbs, pushed harder in workouts, tried every supplement under the sun… And still, the weight won’t budge. If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS—or even just suspect it—this episode is a must-listen. Because here’s the truth no one told you:PCOS isn’t one condition. It’s FOUR completely different types. And if you’re following a plan that doesn’t match your root cause… it’s no wonder your...

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 postpart...

You’re doing everything “right”… but the belly fat won’t budge, cravings rage on , and your body feels like it’s working against you. In this episode, we reveal a hidden hormonal player that could be at the root of it all: androgens — the group of “male” hormones that can quietly wreak havoc in the female body 💣. We cover: 🔹 The real reason androgens rise in women over 35 🔹 How they trigger fat...

Join our limited time 8 week fat loss program here: https://www.vitalityoet.com/hormone-8week-program You’re over 40, doing “all the right things” and still struggling to lose weight—this episode is your wake-up call.⁠ Cortisol, your stress hormone, might be the real culprit behind your stalled fat loss. And no, it’s not just about feeling stressed—this goes deeper. We’re talking blood sugar chaos...

You’re eating salads. You’re skipping dessert. You even tried that "miracle" fast everyone’s raving about. And STILL—your jeans are judging you from the closet. If it feels like your fat-burning switch broke after 40, you’re not wrong. There’s a sneaky little hormone called insulin quietly sabotaging your results—and no one warned you about it. In this episode, we’re spilling the (low-gl...