The Tara Thorne Wellness Podcast16 Juli 2024

97: Breaking the yo-yo weight cycle: why chasing a number on the scale is a bad idea in midlife, how calorie restriction will let you down, & what to do instead.

Tara kicks off this episode with a powerful message about the dangers of pursuing the "skinny fat" ideal in midlife.

She shares insights into why fixating on the number on the scale can be detrimental to women's health and introduces an alternative approach that promotes overall well-being.

In this episode, you'll discover:

The importance of prioritizing metabolic health over chasing a specific weight.
How strength training in midlife can transform your body composition and support overall health.
The role of adequate protein and carbohydrates in building muscle and maintaining metabolic health.
Why excessive fasting and calorie restriction can backfire in the long run.
How to reframe your mindset around weight and body composition to feel confident and strong in midlife.

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[FREE] The Ultimate Midlife Perimenopause Handbook - Grab my free guide and RECLAIM your confidence, your mood, your waistline and energy without turning to medications or restrictive diets (or spending a fortune on testing you don't need!).

The Hormone Balance Solution™ – My signature 6-month comprehensive hormonal health program for women in midlife who want to get solid answers to their hormonal health issues once and for all so they can kick the weight gain, moodiness, gut problems, skin issues, period problems, fatigue, overwhelm, insomnia, hair/eyebrow loss, and other symptoms in order to get back to the woman they once were.

HRT Made Simple™ - Learn how to confidently speak to your doctor about the benefits of hormone replacement therapy so you can set yourself up for symptom-free, unmedicated years to come without feeling confused, dismissed, or leaving the medical office minus your HRT script.

You might also enjoy these recent episodes:

EPISODE 68: Metabolic health and the peri-menopause transition -An interview with my IFM-trained functional medicine doc!

EPISODE 89: An interview with my trainer: Meaghan Janisse. Why eating MORE is the key to getting the body (and muscle) you desire.

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172: Answering Your Health Questions From Instagram!

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171: Debunking the Continuous Progesterone Myth: Unopposed Estradiol Is the Real Concern with Phyllis Bronson, PhD Jill Chmielewski, RN, BSN, Carol Petersen, RPh, CNP

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170: PART 2: Dr Lindsey Berkson: The Truth About HRT & Breast Cancer, Bi-Est Vs. Estradiol, Vaginal Vs. Topical Vs. Oral Progesterone, Mammograms, & SO Much More.

In Part 2 of Tara's conversation with Dr. Lindsey Berkson, they continue the discussion by looking at the different forms and delivery methods of HRT, including Bi-Est, estradiol, estriol and progeste...

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169: PART 1: Dr Lindsey Berkson: The Truth About HRT & Breast Cancer, Bi-Est Vs. Estradiol, Vaginal Vs. Topical Vs. Oral Progesterone, Mammograms, & SO Much More.

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168: Why every woman on HRT needs to work on their gut - even without gut symptoms.

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29 Juli 14min

167: No, Everyone Likely Does NOT Have "Leaky Gut". Here's What's Actually True About Leaky Gut.

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22 Juli 26min

166: Supplements To Take, Avoid, And Approach With Caution (As A Certified Microbiome Analyst)

Walk into any health food store or spend five minutes on social media and you'll be told you "need" a long list of supplements for your gut. Bitters. Berberine. Greens powders. Probiotics. TUDCA. Ox b...

15 Juli 25min

165: Methane: The Gas Behind Your Stubborn Constipation, Bloating, And Why Fibre Makes You Feel Worse

If you're struggling with constipation and bloating no matter how much water you drink or fiber you eat, methane overgrowth in your gut could be the real problem. The episode focuses on methane overgr...

9 Juli 15min