Feeling exhausted, foggy, or stuck in midlife weight gain—despite doing “all the right things”?
You’re not alone. In this episode, health journalist Natalie Tysdal sits down with Ashley Fillmore, founder of Metabolic Fix, to bust the most common hormone myths and share what actually works for women 40+.
Learn how to stop spinning your wheels and start taking science-backed steps toward sustainable energy, better sleep, and lasting weight loss—without crash diets or guilt.
🎁 Subscribe + Get the Free Gut Reset Plan: natalietysdal.com/gutreset
✨ What You’ll Learn:
- Why clean eating and under-eating can backfire after 40
- How to spot sneaky sugar traps (even in “healthy” meals)
- Why cardio isn’t the answer—and what workouts actually support your metabolism
- What you need to know about GLP-1 meds and hormone confusion
- The power of protein, strength training, sleep, and self-compassion
💡 3 Takeaways from Ashley Fillmore:
- Personalized nutrition beats diet culture
- Strength training supports metabolism better than cardio
- Protein, rest, and self-kindness are your midlife superpowers
🔗 Resources & Links:
- Free Gut Reset Plan
- Health Misinformation Checklist
- Ashley’s Website – Metabolic Fix
- Follow Ashley on Instagram
📲 More from Natalie:
Disclaimer: Natalie is a health journalist, not a medical provider. This episode is for informational purposes only and not medical advice.
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