264. Top 3 Menopause Weight Loss Myths Debunked

Insatiable with Ali Shapiro, MSOD, CHHC

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?

Mentioned in this episode:

• Previous episode: Over 40? What Works Now: Perimenopause and Menopause Food and Exercise 101
• My client Laura Jacob's weight loss story featured in Prevention magazine
• Save $40 on your first Daily Harvest box by clicking here
• My once-a-year group program Truce with Food is open for registration through January 31st. Early bird $500 off ends January 26th!

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

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