Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™

Ep. 372 Metabolism Repair for Women: Strategies and Insights with Dr. Lara Briden

Jun 22, 2024

59:20

Today, I am thrilled to reconnect with one of my favorite physicians, Dr. Lara Briden, a naturopathic doctor specializing in women's health.

Dr. Briden is on a mission to help women achieve natural menstrual cycles without relying on hormonal birth control. She has authored several books, including her latest, Metabolism Repair for Women.

In our conversation today, we dive into why we cannot consciously control energy balance, the impact of ultra-processed foods, epigenetic factors in obesity, the significance of satiety hormones, the role of muscle, and the effects of visceral fat versus subcutaneous fat. We also discuss ways to assess metabolic health and explore various treatments.

This insightful discussion with Dr. Lara Briden is bound to captivate and inform all our listeners. Stay tuned for more.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:

Why energy balance is not under our conscious control
How the regulatory mechanism in the body naturally reduces hunger and burns energy
How ultra-processed foods were created to be addictive and lead to overeating
How the adiponectin hormone impacts insulin sensitivity and satiety
The importance of maintaining muscle mass and avoiding sarcopenia, particularly during menopause
The difference between subcutaneous and visceral fat
Measuring and managing visceral fat
How High triglycerides often indicate insulin resistance
The limitations of the fasting insulin test
Using the entrainment of circadian rhythm to improve metabolic health
The benefits of addressing gut problems for improving metabolic health