Join me for my FREE Fast Training Week, November 2-6: https://resetacademy.drmindypelz.com/lm-ftw-fc?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=fc-ftw Bloating is one of the most common complaints I hear from women, especially during perimenopause and menopause. And what's frustrating is that so many women are eating healthy, doing everything they think they should be doing, and still struggling with digestive issues. In this episode of Live Like a Girl, I'm joined by integrative medicine physician and gut health expert Dr. Rajsree Nambudripad to talk about what's going on in your gut and some of the everyday habits that might be contributing to bloating. We talk about why giving your gut a break between meals is so important, how your gut bacteria influence hunger hormones like GLP-1, and why stress and even the way you eat your meals affect digestion. We also get into the changes that happen during menopause, the difference between bloating and belly fat, and why some of the foods we consider healthy aren't always easy on our digestive systems. _ IN THIS EPISODE: Why constant snacking might be contributing to bloating How spacing out your meals supports gut health The connection between your gut bacteria, GLP-1, and hunger How to tell the difference between bloating and belly fat Why digestion changes during perimenopause and menopause How stress and your nervous system affect digestion What to know about fasting, fiber, and supplements for gut health _ MORE ON DR. RAJSREE NAMBUDRIPAD Website: https://www.oc-integrative-medicine.com Supplements by Dr. Rajsree: https://dr-rajsrees-public-supplement-store.myshopify.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drrajsree IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr_rajsree_nambudripad FB: https://www.facebook.com/ocintegrativemedicine For more resources related to today’s episode, visit the podcast episode page: https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep383 Listen to The Live Like a Girl Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Wednesday! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6j6ML4pYocMLahMODUtYt5 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-like-a-girl-with-dr-mindy-pelz/id1503897906 _ STAY CONNECTED WITH ME: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmindypelz Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/resetters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz Substack: https://substack.com/@drmindypelz Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drmindypelz CREDITS: Photos: Wendy Yalom Photography Editor: Patrick Hogan _ AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER https://www.drmindypelz.com/disclaimers ***** Please note the following medical disclaimer: By viewing this video you understand that this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or medical condition. You also understand and agree that the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply to your interaction with us.