The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast

Are you stuck in a loop of negative thinking, self-doubt, or frustration with your health journey? You might be unknowingly binge-watching the wrong mental programming—and your brain is queuing up more of the same.

In this episode, we dive into a powerful mindset shift using a relatable analogy: Netflix.

Just like your favorite streaming service recommends shows based on what you’ve watched, your brain serves up thoughts based on wha...

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 want HRT to work the wa...

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 help.

If you’re on HRT and not feeling bett...

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, mitochondrial health, stress hormones, i...

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 fear-mongering—it’s about waking up. B...

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 perimenopause magnifies these ups and downs

✅ The mind...

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Does alcohol really make that big a difference when it comes to fat loss after 40?

In this episode, we’re pull...

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 break down what evidence-based ...

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 stillness, from chaos into clarity—wi...

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 wake-up call.

We'll break ...

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 it. 🧠⚡

In this episode, ...

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—pieces of the fat loss puzz...

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 it on your own.

🎯 Or maybe...

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 your options—with natural st...

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 learn:

- What estrogen dominance actual...

☀️ 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 summer when trying to lose fat. ...

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.

👉 Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why y...

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 couch potato

- How your thyroid can ...

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 hormone shifts to the final tran...