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

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Now, let's get into the episode!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/O3dNS05kwQc

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) — Introduction

(01:10) — Today's topic: all about metabolism—what it is, why it slows down, and how to bring it back up

(01:29) — Defining and breaking down the various components of metabolism (BMR, NEAT, TEF, exercise)

(05:29) — Reasons why metabolism slows down

(05:48) — 1) Cortisol

(11:03) — 2) Less lean muscle mass

(13:04) — 3) Low thyroid function

(14:24) — 4) Hormonal imbalances

(15:37) — Ways we can BOOST metabolism

(15:54) — 1) Eat enough food

(18:33) — 2) Address cortisol to balance out hormones

(19:05) — 3) Improve sleep

(20:09) — 4) Eat your carbs

(21:06) — 5) Protein

(21:52) — 6) Veggies

(22:20) — 7) Water

(22:37) — 8) Resistance training

(24:49) — 9) Stop fasting

(27:27) — 10) Pre- and post-workout meals

(28:24) — Recap & wrap-up

PREVIOUS EPISODES MENTIONED:

‣ What is Perimenopause - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-is-perimenopause-mmp-ep-1/id1683220450?i=1000611276923

‣ Menopause, Cortisol, & Adrenal Fatigue - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/menopause-cortisol-adrenal-fatigue-mmp-ep-19/id1683220450?i=1000624361638

‣ Thyroid Function, Menopause, & Fat Loss (feat. Coach Kirianna) - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/thyroid-function-menopause-fat-loss-feat-coach-kirianna/id1683220450?i=1000611289331

‣ Reverse Dieting for Menopause Fat Loss (the 'Simple Seasons' approach to fat loss) - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/reverse-dieting-for-menopause-fat-loss-the-simple/id1683220450?i=1000615678907

‣ Low Carb in Menopause is Making You SKINNY FAT - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/low-carb-in-menopause-is-making-you-skinny-fat-mmp-ep-6/id1683220450?i=1000613035023