Insatiable with Ali Shapiro, MSOD, CHHC

264. Top 3 Menopause Weight Loss Myths Debunked

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January 10, 2024 12:00am

50m

In this fourth episode of season 14, I'll help you filter through the perimenopause and menopause nutrition noise by busting 3 top myths. Why? Because most of the common advice out there is recycled diet culture heavily rooted in restriction and one-size-fits-all recommendations (at a time in our life when we require a more individualized approach). 

Most women will gain weight at midlife, which makes us more susceptible to overblown weight loss and health promises. When I surveyed my list, weight gain was a top concern. Was mine as well as it felt like overnight, I had gained 30 pounds.  In this episode, I share a few lessons I've learned along the way from my own experience and my work with clients.

Topics Covered:

  • 2:28: Myth #1 Weight Gain is a Given in Perimenopause and Menopause because of Hormone Imbalances 
  • 17:52: Myth #2 and Myth #2.5: Eating the right foods will cure my perimenopause and menopause symptoms OR my diet has nothing to do with these symptoms.
  • 32:46: Myth #3 The only way to lose weight in peri/menopause is to eat a lot less and exercise a lot more. Maybe intermittent fasting is the answer?

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Transcript & Show Notes: alishapiro.com/menopause-weight-loss-myths

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