The Science of Midlife Fat Gain: Hormones, Insulin & GLP-1 with Dr. Ben Bikman

Dr. Ben Bikman explores blood sugar, weight loss, and hormonal health, sharing his expertise on how blood sugar imbalances contribute to chronic diseases. He clarifies the weight loss process, focusing on glucose, ketones, and GLP-1 hormones, particularly for women in midlife. Ben demystifies the ketogenic diet and explains how ketones impact men and women differently while offering practical tips for optimizing metabolism naturally. This episode provides valuable tools for anyone looking to improve their health and manage midlife weight gain.

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Dr. Benjamin Bikman is a renowned metabolic scientist and professor of Cell Biology and Physiology at Brigham Young University. His research focuses on the role of insulin and its impact on metabolic health, particularly insulin resistance and its association with chronic diseases. In his book Why We Get Sick: The Hidden Epidemic at the Root of Most Chronic Disease—and How to Fight It, Dr. Bikman explores the underlying causes of metabolic dysfunction and offers insights into maintaining metabolic health. Dr. Bikman has discussed the metabolic challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the role of hormonal changes, particularly the decline in estrogen, which can lead to increased insulin resistance and fat accumulation. More are https://www.benbikman.com/

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Dr. Mindy Pelz is a renowned advocate for women’s health and is passionately committed to empowering women to embrace and trust their body’s natural healing processes. With an extensive background in women’s health, Dr. Mindy has developed groundbreaking approaches that help women navigate the complexities of hormonal fluctuations throughout different life stages and the specific needs of women as they age.

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