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Feel like your metabolism just isn’t responding the way it used to? You’re not imagining it! In this episode, we’re breaking down the barometer side of metabolism—because it’s not *just* about calories in, calories out. Stress, hormones, and gut health all play a massive role in how your body burns energy, stores fat, and feels on a daily basis. 

We’ll cover: 
✅ How chronic stress & high cortisol lead to belly fat (*even if you're eating well!*) 
✅ Why insulin resistance sneaks up in midlife & what to do about it 
✅ The gut-metabolism connection & how poor digestion can slow fat loss
✅ Simple, science-backed strategies to support metabolism in menopause 

If you’re in midlife and wondering why the same diet and workouts aren’t working anymore, this episode is a must-listen. We’re ditching the outdated just eat less and move more advice and getting into what actually works for women 40+ who want to feel energized, strong, and in control of their health.  

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Key Takeaways:

• Your metabolism isn't just about calories in, calories out.
• Stress makes you store belly fat.
• Chronic stress increases our cortisol out of that natural rhythm.
• Cortisol is good. It's your get up and go.
• Insulin is this hormone that your pancreas sends out.
• 40% of women over 40 experience some degree of insulin resistance.
• Eating fiber and fermented foods is a great place to start.
• Low calories is actually high stress for your body.
• Manage your stress like it's your job.
• You cannot out diet or out exercise stress.

Timestamps:

00:00 Metabolism, Stress, and Gut Health

05:08 Stress, Cortisol, and Fat Retention

06:49 Midlife Insulin Resistance and Fat Storage

10:23 Menopause and Food Sensitivity

15:15 Understanding Stress and Metabolism