In this episode of Save Yourself, Dr. Amy Shah discusses how women can eat, fast, and live according to their menstrual cycle, with a special focus on perimenopause. She explains how estrogen impacts appetite, mood, and metabolism, and offers practical advice on optimizing nutrition and lifestyle during different phases of the cycle. Get insights on what foods to eat, how to adjust exercise routines, and the importance of supplements like Omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and probiotics.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

00:28 We Pay Little Attention to Our Nutrition

02:42 Women’s Hormonal Cycle

07:36 Estrogen Affects Our Appetite

08:49 What is Perimenopause?

11:10 What Happens When Estrogen Levels Drop

14:36 How to Improve Your Perimenopause Experience

17:30 The Menstrual Cycle

21:33 How to Be More Productive During Your Cycle

25:06 Premenstrual Symptoms That Affect Productivity

30:38 Change the Way You Eat

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Ep. 18 5 Steps to Eating, Fasting, and Living with Your Cycle