Metabolic Shifts and Weight During Perimenopause

What if perimenopause wasn’t the beginning of decline, but the start of a powerful hormonal reset every woman deserves to understand?

In this powerful episode, host McCall McPherson sits down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, functional practitioner, hormone expert, and author of The Perimenopause Revolution to unpack the often-misunderstood phase of perimenopause. Drawing from personal experience and clinical insight, Dr. Snyder sheds light on the neurological, hormonal, and metabolic shifts that define this transition, while offering practical strategies for women to feel strong, supported, and empowered.

From her mother’s intense battle with perimenopause symptoms to her own experience of “waking up in dread,” Dr. Snyder shares real stories, clinical strategies, and the science behind what’s really happening in a woman’s body during this time.

🔑 Key Topics Covered

• What perimenopause actually is—and why most women (and providers) miss the early signs
• Dr. Snyder’s personal journey and how it shaped her work
• Brain-related symptoms of perimenopause: rage, anxiety, insomnia, and forgetfulness
• The 3 major neuroendocrine transitions women experience (puberty, postpartum, and perimenopause)
• A deep dive into early vs. late perimenopause and what symptoms define each
• The hidden connection between metabolic health and declining hormones
• Why weight gain during perimenopause is not your fault—and what to do about it
• The role of HRV, sleep tracking, CGMs, and lab work in managing midlife health
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): when to start, how it helps, and what myths need busting
• The importance of self-advocacy, trauma awareness, and sisterhood support
• Insights into Dr. Snyder’s 5-week reset from The Perimenopause Revolution

📘 About the Guest

Dr. Mariza Snyder is a pioneering voice in women’s hormone health, known for her integrative, evidence-based approach. She’s the bestselling author of The Essential Oils Hormone Solution and The Perimenopause Revolution, and host of the Essentially You podcast. Through her clinical work and online community, Dr. Snyder empowers women to take charge of their hormones, metabolism, and emotional wellness.

📘 Grab Dr. Mariza Snyder’s Book + FREE Toolkit

Dr. Mariza’s new book, The Perimenopause Revolution, is more than just a guide—it’s a complete 5-week reset to help you take charge of your hormones, metabolism, mood, and mindset.

🎁 Bonus Alert: When you order the book, you’ll get access to a $500-value Perimenopause Toolkit, packed with meal plans, lab guides, symptom trackers, and more.

👉 Visit https://peri-revolution.com to claim your bonus and start your revolution today.

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If you’re navigating brain fog, weight gain, rage, or simply don’t feel like yourself, this episode is your call to action. Don’t wait for a diagnosis—advocate for yourself today.

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