Feeling blindsided by sudden midlife weight gain - despite eating healthy and exercising? You’re not alone, and there’s a scientific reason why your old strategies don’t work anymore.
In this episode, Dr. Heather Awad, a board-certified family physician and founder of Vibrant Menopause Weight Loss, explains the real hormonal and metabolic shifts that happen during perimenopause and menopause. If you're a professional woman struggling with energy, confidence, or unexplained belly fat, this conversation will change the way you view weight loss forever.
In this episode you will discover:
- Tthe true role of insulin resistance and why it skyrockets during menopause.
- Why traditional diets and constant snacking are doing more harm than good - and what to do instead.
- How to build a sustainable, restriction-free lifestyle that supports lasting energy and midlife confidence.
Tune in now to learn science-backed, compassionate strategies that will help you finally feel at home in your body again.
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