Episode #560 – Dr. Mariza Snyder: Menopausal Weight Gain and Creating Metabolic Flexibility in Midlife

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In This Episode:

In this podcast interview, I talk with functional medicine expert Dr. Mariza Snyder, and we do a deep dive on menopausal weight gain and how to create metabolic flexibility in midlife.

Dr. Snyder explains the crucial role of insulin sensitivity and how its disruption during menopause contributes to weight gain and fat distribution changes. Understanding these shifts is the first step in taking control of your health.  Check out Dr Synder’s bestselling book, The Essential Oils Menopause Solution.

Practical Strategies to Optimize Metabolic Health

From circadian fasting to boosting protein intake at breakfast, Dr. Snyder shares actionable strategies that help improve insulin sensitivity and support metabolic flexibility.

These small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in how you feel during perimenopause.

Reclaim Your Health and Wellness During Menopause

Don’t let hormone changes dictate your weight or health. Tune in to learn how you can implement simple, effective strategies to manage menopausal weight gain and enhance your metabolic health.

  • 00:00 Introduction to Exercise Snacks
  • 03:23 Today’s Topic: Menopausal Weight Gain and Metabolic Flexibility
  • 03:29 Meet Dr. Mariza Snyder
  • 06:00 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause
  • 08:09 The Role of Hormones in Perimenopause
  • 18:07 Managing Blood Glucose and Insulin Levels
  • 26:01 Longevity Hack: Move After Meals
  • 26:32 The Science Behind Circadian Fasting
  • 27:30 Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail
  • 28:40 Protein-Centric Breakfast for Women
  • 31:55 Importance of Lifting Weights
  • 36:50 Optimizing Sleep and Melatonin
  • 42:10 Essential Oils for Sleep and Stress
  • 45:50 Final Thoughts and Inspiration

As hormones decline, insulin sensitivity gets disrupted, causing weight gain and shifting fat distribution.

~ Dr. Jockers

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