93. The Hidden Reason You Have Stubborn Belly Fat, Body Pain, Poor Sleep and Low Energy with Shana Hussin

Are you struggling with stubborn belly fat, constant fatigue, or intense food cravings especially during perimenopause or menopause?

In this episode of Functional Moms Podcast, we dive deep into insulin resistance:

• what it is
• why it’s so common in women over 40
• how it may be the hidden reason behind weight gain, energy crashes, and metabolic dysfunction

Our guest, Shana Hussin, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and metabolic health expert, explains why 93% of adults are metabolically unhealthy and how hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can worsen insulin sensitivity.

You’ll learn how to identify insulin resistance through labs like fasting insulin and HOMA-IR, why belly fat is a major warning sign, and practical strategies including fasting, seasonal eating, and light exposure that can help restore metabolic balance naturally.

If you feel like you're eating “healthy” but still not seeing results, this conversation may completely change how you view weight loss and hormone health.

We learn:

• What insulin resistance really means

• Signs and symptoms most women overlook

• The connection between menopause and belly fat

• How fasting impacts insulin sensitivity

• Why light exposure affects metabolism

• Labs you should ask your doctor for (fasting insulin & HOMA-IR)

• Practical steps to reverse insulin resistance

Connect with Shana Hussin:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shana.hussin.rdn/

Website: https://shanahussinwellness.com/

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https://shanahussinwellness.com/programs-courses/feelgreat/

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**All viewers are encouraged to consult their doctor or licensed healthcare professional regarding specific health concerns, lab testing, nutrition changes, fasting, supplements, or lifestyle programs. Neither the host, guests, nor the publishers of this content assume responsibility for any potential health consequences resulting from the use of information shared in this episode. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, or managing a medical condition, consult your healthcare provider before making dietary, supplement, fasting, or lifestyle changes.

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