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The speaker opens up about their late arrival due to previous engagements, including a transformative interview. They express enthusiasm for discussing menopausal wellness and the insights from a promising new book.

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Welcome to another empowering episode of "Women of Impact." Today, host Lisa Bilyeu sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to uncover the transformative power of menopause.

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Pelz delves into the benefits of fasting for optimizing metabolic health, especially as we age, and the pivotal role of diet, stress management, and awareness in navigating menopause. She challenges societal norms and sheds light on the often-silent struggles women face, from managing weight and hormonal imbalances to tackling depression and anxiety.

Through practical advice and personal anecdotes, Dr. Pelz and Lisa explore how menopause can be viewed as a journey towards self-authenticity and empowerment.

Whether you're facing menopausal changes yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode promises invaluable insights and actionable steps to embrace this new chapter with confidence and understanding.

SHOWNOTES

00:00 Women's dieting error: restricting due to societal pressure.

05:42 Eat diverse, real foods for hormone balance.

07:35 Hormones must be metabolized and reformatted by gut.

10:48 Fasting lifestyle balances gut health and calories.

13:04 Generic diets fail; bodies need personalized nutrition.

17:39 Synthetic estrogens cause health issues in women.

19:47 Liver and gut crucial for hormone detox.

26:09 Holistic approach impacts health and well-being.

26:51 Menopause confusion due to lack of education.

30:15 Hormones influence relational perspective in girls.

35:40 Communication and therapy crucial during menopause journey.