How to Bust the Plateau: Fat Loss Strategies in Menopause

In today’s episode learn about the importance of protein intake for women in pre-menopause and menopause. We are going to explore the concept of your body's need for proteins, and how it helps you to operate efficiently. We’ll discuss how you can break through fat loss plateaus and I’ll share specific strategies to help you navigate this challenge during menopause- and beyond!

 

Learn More about estrogen dominance and its impact on weight gain and overall health in a free ebook available at ed.hormoneshelp.com

 

Key takeaways:

[00:01:32] Fat loss plateau strategies.

[00:05:15] Visceral fat and health risks.

[00:10:57] Anabolic resistance.

[00:13:18] Anabolic resistance in menopausal women.

[00:16:39] Importance of muscle for health.

[00:19:52] Protein leverage effect.

[00:23:59-00:24:10] High-protein diet benefits.

[00:26:28] Importance of muscle mass.

[00:33:00] Bodybuilding and calorie restriction.

[00:35:29] Building muscle with whole foods.

[00:37:24] Stress management and mindfulness.

[00:41:08] Focus on building more muscle.

 

Memorable quotes:

04:33 - "The first thing you need to know is your hormonal changes that are happening right now, even if you have adrenal problems, even if you have thyroid problems, are going to increase some very important things."

16:29 - "I agree with Gabrielle Lyon, that muscle and holding on to muscle is one of the most vital things that we have to do."

 

42:22 - "Your weight is indicative of a problem. It is a symptom of the problem. It is not the problem."

Links Mentioned:

 

FREE E-Book “Mastering The Pause: The Guide to Menopause Mastery”: https://guide.hormoneshelp.com/

 

Contact Betty Murray: https://www.bettymurray.com/contact-us/

 

 

 

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