15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://maxl.ug/dailysteps - Get my FREE eBook now! Why hunger spirals, why fat loss feels harder—especially in midlife—and the simple, science-backed ways to regain control using protein, satiety, and smarter nutrition, with Cynthia Thurlow, a functional medicine nurse practitioner and author of The Menopause Gut. 00:00 The Role Gut Microbiome Plays In Menopause 6:04 Steps To Improve Our Gut Microbiome 10:03 Foods To Prioritize 16:26 What Are The Benefits Of Butyrate? 20:25 Why Is Weight Gain Common In Midlife? 26:17 Understanding Protein Leverage Hypothesis 34:36 Is Intermittent Fasting Useful? 37:14 Raising Awareness Of Menopause 39:25 Knowing If HRT Is Right For You 42:00 Managing A Healthy Calorie Intake 53:44 Cynthia's New Book This episode is proudly sponsored by: Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at http://Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout. Momentous holds its products to rigorous quality and purity standards set by the NFL and NBA. I use their creatine and protein regularly. Head to http://livemomentous.com/genius or use code GENIUS for 35% off your first subscription. Watch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - http://littleemptyboxes.com Follow Max Lugavere: Website: http://thegeniuslife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxlugavere/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maxlugavere