The Perimenopause Reset: Gut Health, Hormones & Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40

Are your “natural” stress supplements secretly stressing you out? In this episode of The Perimenopause Reset Podcast , Miriam Faggett, functional nutritionist and founder of Nourish & Flow , breaks down the misunderstood world of adaptogens — and why they don’t always play nicely with shifting midlife hormones. You’ll learn: 🌿 What adaptogens like ashwagandha, rhodiola, and licorice root real...

If you’ve been cutting calories but still feel tired, foggy, and stuck with stubborn belly fat, this episode is for you. Miriam Faggett explains why “eating less” during perimenopause often triggers cortisol flattening, thyroid downshifts, glucose chaos, and estrogen congestion — keeping your body in conservation mode instead of fat-burning mode. Discover the liquid energy trap , how mitochondrial...

Many midlife women are told that stubborn belly fat, brain fog, and energy crashes are “just part of aging.” But what if these symptoms are actually signals—pointing to a powerful hormonal and cellular loop that’s fallen out of sync? In this episode, Miriam Faggett , Functional Nutritionist and Gut–Hormone Health Strategist, unpacks what really happens when estrogen dominance meets sluggish mitoch...

Are you exhausted no matter how much you sleep? Hitting a wall at 3PM? Lying awake at night with a buzzing brain? 😴 In this episode of The Perimenopause Reset , functional nutritionist Miriam Faggett breaks down the hidden hormone rhythm behind midlife fatigue — and how shifts in cortisol curves and thyroid conversion during perimenopause drain your energy even when your labs look “normal.” 🎧 Yo...

Wake up tired… again? ☕ If you’re a woman in perimenopause or beyond, chances are your mornings feel harder than ever. That wired-but-tired cycle isn’t just “midlife”—it’s cortisol (your stress hormone) firing at the wrong times. This short 3-minute audio reset is designed to: ✨ Calm your stress response before coffee ✨ Re-energize your morning without sugar or stimulants ✨ Set your cortisol r...

Are your labs “normal” but you still feel exhausted, bloated, and stuck with stubborn midlife weight? In this episode of The Healing Table , functional nutritionist Miriam Faggett—also known as The Gut Health Nutritionist™—breaks down the exact labs she recommends for women in perimenopause and the ones you can skip. You’ll learn: ✅ Why standard bloodwork often misses perimenopause imbalances ✅...

Are you exhausted, foggy, and wondering if it’s burnout or perimenopause ? In this episode, functional nutritionist Miriam Faggett unpacks the overlap between chronic stress, adrenal fatigue, and hormonal changes in midlife — and how to tell the difference. You’ll learn: ✨ The key signs that point to burnout vs. perimenopause fatigue ✨ How hormone shifts in your 40s make stress feel heavier ✨ R...

Are you in your 40s and noticing heavier cycles, stubborn belly fat, mood swings, or constant fatigue? It might not “just be perimenopause.” The real culprit for many women is estrogen dominance — when estrogen and progesterone fall out of balance. In today’s episode, I break down: ✔️ What estrogen dominance really is (and why it’s not simply “too much estrogen”) ✔️ The most common symptoms women...

Are your labs “normal,” but you still feel bloated, exhausted, or stuck in your own body? Welcome to The Perimenopause Reset — the podcast that uncovers the missing link between gut health, hormones, and midlife symptoms . Hosted by Miriam Faggett, MS — Functional Nutritionist & Gut-Hormone Specialist , this show is your weekly guide to finally understanding why fatigue, cravings, stubborn wei...

Are you eating healthy — salads, smoothies, ‘light’ meals — but still feel completely drained? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Perimenopause Reset Podcast , Miriam (the Gutty Nutritionist) reveals the #1 gut mistake that keeps women in midlife exhausted, bloated, and running on empty — and why this mistake is even more damaging during perimenopause. You’ll learn: ⚡ The most common “healt...

Welcome to The Perimenopause Reset — the podcast that helps midlife women beat the dreaded afternoon slump and reclaim energy, focus, and balance during perimenopause. I’m Miriam Faggett, MS, Functional Nutritionist & Gut-Hormone Specialist , and I help women 40+ overcome the daily crash that leaves them drained, foggy, and craving sugar or caffeine. Each episode breaks down what’s really happ...

Are you in perimenopause and feeling frustrated with your body? You're not alone! Many women experience weight gain, stubborn belly fat, mood swings, and fatigue without understanding the root cause. It's often not just your hormones—it’s your gut health . In this episode, we're diving deep into the powerful connection between your gut and your hormones. We'll explore the four common gut-hormone a...

Think your hot flashes, belly fat, or mood swings are just about hormones? Think again — your gut could be the root cause. In this video, Functional Nutritionist Miriam Faggett explains how gut health and hormone balance are deeply connected , especially during perimenopause. You’ll learn why gut imbalances can trigger stubborn symptoms — and what you can do to restore harmony, improve digestion,...

Stop wondering, "Is it just stress?" and start understanding that your body is asking for a new kind of support during this hormonal shift. We discuss the importance of aligning your nutrition, lifestyle, and routines with your body's needs in perimenopause – no crash diets or magic powders, just real, science-backed strategies to support your gut, balance blood sugar, and calm your nervous system...

Are you constantly battling perimenopause fatigue and the dreaded afternoon slump? In this video, we're going beyond coffee to reveal 7 natural energy boosters for women that will help you banish exhaustion, beat the constant tiredness in perimenopause , and feel vibrant again. Many women experience crushing fatigue during perimenopause due to hormonal shifts, sleep disruption, nutrient deficienci...

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Here's a sample morning routine I use (and recommend to clients): 7:00 AM: Wake up, stretch, deep breaths 7:15 AM: Warm lemon water or adrenal cocktail 7:30 AM: Cook a quick breakfast—protein + greens + slow carbs 8:00 AM: Gentle movement—walk, yoga, or strength training 8:30 AM: Coffee if desired— after food, not before This routine stabilizes your blood sugar, calms your nervous system, and help...