Show Notes
So, you’re going through perimenopause or menopause. The usual diet, exercise and routines aren’t working anymore. Suddenly you’re dealing with unwelcome weight gain (particularly that stubborn belly fat) and muscle loss, plus joint pain and puffiness. This cocktail of changes can make you feel like you're losing control of your body, and when those usual methods fall short, it's not uncommon to panic and wonder if you'll ever find something that works again. But the good news is, there are things we can do to prevent and even reverse the symptoms we’re experiencing during this transitional stage of life. Today, we're exploring what can really help with these body changes. We discuss why consuming too much online chatter about symptoms can actually make you expect the worst, how your body's metabolic control responds to sleep, stress levels, and food quality rather than willpower alone and why our forties mark such a delicate time for thyroid health. We also cover how adrenal fatigue symptoms often mimic perimenopause and why becoming hyper-focused on every little change only exacerbates the issues you're trying to solve. Ultimately, I encourage you to be kind to yourself through this transition. Embrace it for what it is—a fleeting stage in your life—knowing you have the power to steer your wellbeing with informed actions and a compassionate mindset. Please feel free to share your experiences or challenges in the comments. Let’s help and learn from each other as this journey unfolds! LINKS Previous episode mentioned: #46 - Are you programming yourself to be stressed, unhappy or sick? Double Your Energy Masterclass: https://peak-revival.captivate.fm/yt-masterclass Website: www.vesnahrsto.com Mentioned in this episode: Website
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