82. Why You Might Gain Weight on HRT & What to Do About It

82. Why You Might Gain Weight on HRT & What to Do About It

Many women start hormone therapy expecting relief from hot flashes, brain fog, and mood swings - only to be frustrated when the scale starts creeping up.

While providers often dismiss it, weight gain on HRT is a real experience for many. In this episode, Claudia explains why it happens, which hormones play a role, and what you can do to support your metabolism in midlife.

What you'll learn in this episode:

  • How progesterone can sometimes trigger water retention (even though it's a diuretic)
  • Why estrogen balance matters for fat distribution, insulin sensitivity, and fluid shifts
  • The risks of too much testosterone and how it impacts weight and symptoms
  • The natural metabolic changes over 40 that make weight management harder
  • Key nutrition strategies: prioritizing lean protein, fiber, and smart carbs while watching hidden calories from fats
  • The importance of gut health, daily detox, and pooping regularly for hormone balance

Links Mentioned:

Ep. 67: Understanding Cortisol After 40: Why You Need It, Why It Becomes Imbalanced & What To Do About It

Ep. 78: Undereating After 40: The #1 Habit Wrecking Your Hormones & Metabolism

Progesterone Therapy & Thyroid Function

Walking 7000 Steps a Day

Oura Ring

Optim Ring

Pedometer to Track Steps

Optimizing Adult Protein Intake

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74. Caring for Aging Parents While Navigating Perimenopause: What No One Talks About

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73. Non-Hormonal Perimenopause Solutions: When HRT Isn't the Right Fit w/ Dr. Ana Duarte

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In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, Claudia is joined by Dr. Ana Duarte, a medical doctor, expert in anti-aging and longevity medicine, and CSO of Eusari Nutrition. After 15+ years in pharmac...

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72. When Should You Start HRT? The Truth for Women in Their 40s

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Confused about when to start hormone replacement therapy? You're not alone. In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're cutting through the mixed messages and breaking down when to consider sta...

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71. Gratitude: It's More Powerful Than We Think in Perimenopause

71. Gratitude: It's More Powerful Than We Think in Perimenopause

In this short, reflective episode, Claudia gets real about the power of gratitude–especially during the chaotic, emotional, and overwhelming season of perimenopause. If you're a busy, driven woman ove...

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70. Why You're Anxious in Perimenopause & What to Do About It

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About 15% to 50% of perimenopausal women may experience anxiety, often accompanied by depression, insomnia, and forgetfulness. In fact, anxiety is one of the main symptoms women reach out to me about....

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69. Overstimulated & Over It: Why Midlife Feels So Loud

69. Overstimulated & Over It: Why Midlife Feels So Loud

If you're a woman in your 40s who feels constantly anxious, moody, and mentally fried, it might not just be your hormones. In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, I unpack one of the most overloo...

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68. Estrogen: What Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know

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Estrogen often gets a bad rap, but it's one of the most powerful and protective hormones in a woman's body, especially in midlife. In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're unpacking what est...

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67. Understanding Cortisol After 40: Why You Need It, Why It Becomes Imbalanced & What To Do About It

67. Understanding Cortisol After 40: Why You Need It, Why It Becomes Imbalanced & What To Do About It

In this episode of Perimenopause Simplified, we're diving deep into cortisol, the stress hormone that plays a significant role in our health, especially for women over 40. If you've been feeling exhau...

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