It's Not JUST Menopause: GLP-1, Metabolism, Weight Loss & Hormone Solutions for Women in Midlife

Ep. 151 Stress and Perimenopause: The Hidden Reason Your Symptoms Feel Worse 26.07.2026 17λ

If you're in perimenopause or menopause (and maybe on a GLP-1) but still waking up exhausted, foggy, and not quite yourself, even though you're doing everything "right," this episode explains why. There's a hidden kind of stress your body reads as a threat, and it can quietly make your symptoms worse.I break down the stress you don't even feel as stress. Under-eating, blood sugar swings, poor sleep, and under-fueling on your GLP-1. Plus why perimenopause makes your body far less forgiving of it, and the small, doable shifts that finally tell your nervous system you're safe.Perfect for women over 40 on a GLP-1 who are tired of white-knuckling it and want to feel like themselves again.00:00 Podcast Intro01:09 Why Stress Gets Missed02:31 What Stress Really Means03:36 GLP-1 Quiz Break04:18 Estrogen Was Buffering06:03 GLP-1 Nutrition Needs07:11 Undereating Is Stress08:29 Eat With Low Appetite09:28 Nervous System Safety10:50 Burnout Client Story12:42 Small Daily Resets14:18 Program Invite And Wrap17:11 Final OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-151-perimenopause-symptoms-the-hidden-stress-making-them-worse-even-if-you-arent-on-a-glp-1Connect with CindiWhat Are Your GL🫛-1 Symptoms Really Telling You? Quiz: https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-quizBook a Metabolism Consultation: https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationFollow me on Instagram: http://instagram.com/cindisticklenutrition

Ep. 150 GLP-1 Nutrition: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You Before Starting a GLP-1 (FUEL Foundations of Nutrition) 19.07.2026 14λ

If you started a GLP-1 and your results aren't what you expected, this episode is going to explain why.Most women come into a GLP-1 already carrying hidden stressors that work against their results before the medication ever has a chance to do its job. In this episode, I break down the four categories of hidden stress, what a GLP-1 actually does and doesn't do, how menopause changes the way your body handles food, and what your body actually needs on this medication.This is Week 1 of the FUEL Method series. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are on a GLP-1 and want to understand what's actually going on in their body.00:00 Podcast Intro 01:10 FUEL Method Series 01:44 Missing GLP-1 Nutrition Talk 03:04 Hidden Stressors Blocking Results 04:02 Quick Quiz Break 04:44 Four Stress Categories Explained 06:39 What GLP-1 Really Does 07:48 Menopause Changes Ignored 09:59 Build the Right Plate 11:30 Hydration and Electrolytes 12:14 Program and Next Steps 14:02 Wrap Up and OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-150-glp-1-nutrition-what-your-doctor-didnt-tell-you-before-starting-a-glp-1-fuel-foundations-of-nutritionConnect with CindiBook a Metabolism Consultation: https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationFree Peptide Guide: https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguidepodcastTake the GLP-1 Symptom Quiz: https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-quizGLP-1 Nutrition Foundation: https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-nutrition-foundation

Ep. 149 Menopause and Metabolic Dysfunction: How I Finally Lost 25 Pounds at 59 After 30 Years of Struggling 12.07.2026 11λ

If you've spent 30 years doing everything right as a nutrition professional and still couldn't lose weight, this episode is going to change how you think about what was actually happening in your body.I'm sharing my full story, including gestational diabetes, Hashimoto's, menopause, and ten months of tracking macros and strength training to lose seven pounds. And what I finally figured out that changed everything.Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are exhausted from doing all the right things and still getting nowhere.00:00 Show Introduction 01:10 Cindi’s Unfiltered Story 01:39 Decades of Diagnoses 02:31 Menopause Changes Everything 03:01 The Real Root Cause 03:12 Quick Quiz Break 04:01 Doing Everything Right 04:35 Why Weight Wouldn’t Budge 05:09 Metabolic Health and GLP-1 05:59 Results and Relief 06:44 Creating the FUEL Method 07:46 Why Women Need Support 09:22 Your Body’s Signals 09:44 How FUEL Works 10:13 Share and Work Together 10:50 Final OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-149-menopause-and-metabolic-dysfunction-how-i-finally-lost-25-pounds-at-59-after-30-years-of-strugglingConnect with Cindi:Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationFree Peptide Guide: https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguidepodcastJoin the GLP-1 Nutrition Foundation: https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-nutrition-foundation

Ep. 148 GLP-1 & Longevity in Midlife: Why I'll Never Stop Taking It 05.07.2026 16λ

If you've been told GLP-1s are just for weight loss — or you've been on one and wondering if it's actually doing anything beyond the scale — this episode is going to shift how you think about these medications entirely.Because weight loss is the least interesting thing they do.In this episode, I'm breaking down the real research behind GLP-1s — heart health, blood sugar, kidneys, sleep apnea, fatty liver disease, and where the science is headed next. And why for women in midlife, this is about a lot more than a number on a scale.00:00 Podcast Mission01:15 GLP-1s Beyond Weight Loss02:43 Menopause Metabolic Risks04:02 Quick Quiz Break04:53 Heart Health Breakthrough06:05 Blood Sugar Wins07:58 Kidney Protection09:10 Sleep Apnea Shift10:36 Fatty Liver and Inflammation11:48 Future Research Frontiers13:17 Longevity Mindset14:14 Lifestyle Still Matters15:31 Wrap Up and Share16:05 Final OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-148-glp-1-and-longevity-in-midlife-why-ill-never-stop-taking-itConnect with CindiGrab my free Menopause Peptide Guide — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguidepodcastBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep 147 GLP-1 Nutrition in Perimenopause: 4 Things Most Women Never Learn 28.06.2026 12λ

If you started a GLP-1 feeling hopeful and ended up nauseous, exhausted, and losing muscle instead of weight, this episode is for you.The medication didn't fail you. Something was missing. Four things, actually.In this episode, I walk you through the four biggest gaps I see in women using GLP-1 medications during perimenopause and menopause, and why what you do while you're on it matters just as much as the medication itself.Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are on a GLP-1 (or considering one) and want to actually get results without running on empty.00:00 GLP-1 Reality Check 01:24 Gap One Nutrition Basics 03:02 Gap Two Prioritize Protein 04:40 Gap Three Low Appetite Plan 06:10 Gap Four Fix Side Effects 07:33 Introducing The FUEL Method 09:10 Next Steps And Wrap UpCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-147-glp-1-nutrition-in-perimenopause-4-things-most-women-never-learnConnect with CindiTake the Menopause Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quizPerimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 146 Perimenopause Stress: How Clutter Raises Cortisol and Makes Your Symptoms Worse (with Tracy Hoth) 21.06.2026 46λ

If you're in perimenopause and feel like stress is piling on top of everything else — this episode connects a dot most women never see coming.Clutter isn't just a home organization problem. Research shows that just thinking about clutter raises cortisol levels. And when your nervous system is already taxed, that silent to-do list staring at you from every corner of your house is making your perimenopause symptoms worse.I sit down with certified life and organizing coach Tracy Hoth to talk about why clutter affects your body, not just your to-do list, and the simple first steps to start feeling lighter at home.Perfect for women in perimenopause who are overwhelmed and ready to remove one more source of hidden stress from their life.00:00 Podcast Mission Intro01:09 Clutter Meets Menopause01:51 Meet Tracy Hoath03:33 Clutter Stress Science05:17 Tracy Origin Story07:07 Start Small Wins09:14 Where To Begin10:12 SPACE Method Overview10:53 Sort Step First13:14 Purge With Favorites14:07 Assign Homes Mindset15:27 Contain Without Buying16:57 Energize And Maintain18:42 Monthly Maintenance Plan19:50 Secret Room Strategy21:49 Kids And Decluttering24:54 Skills vs Mindset Gaps25:48 Organized Alter Ego27:34 Decluttering as Healing29:22 Transitions and Compassion30:04 Five Papers a Day32:29 Beating Resistance33:27 Inside the Group Program35:09 Downsizing and Elevated Spaces38:13 Baby Steps and Timers40:32 Redecorate for Joy42:52 Work Guilt and Priorities45:19 Closing and TakeawaysCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle/com/podcast/ep-146-perimenopause-stress-how-clutter-raises-cortisol-and-makes-your-symptoms-worse-with-tracy-hothConnect with Tracy HothWebsite — https://simplysquaredaway.com/Free 15-Minute Declutter Challenge — http://simplysquaredaway.com/declutterOrganized Life Academy — https://simplysquaredaway.com/olaInstagram — https://instagram.com/tracyhothLinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyhoth/Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 145 GLP-1 and HRT in Perimenopause: Why the Scale Barely Moves Without Hormone Support 14.06.2026 16λ

If you're on a GLP-1 and your results are slower than you expected — this episode is for you.It's probably not your dose. It's not your willpower. It's what's happening underneath the medication.In this episode I talk about why GLP-1s work dramatically better on a supported, regulated body — and what that actually means for women in perimenopause and menopause.00:00 Podcast Welcome01:14 GLP-1 Results Mystery02:02 My Slow Loss Story03:35 Foundation Before Medication04:10 Quick Quiz Break04:59 Why Some Stall06:10 Hormones And Stress Science07:55 GLP-1 Is A Tool09:30 Step 1 Nervous System10:08 Step 2 Protect Muscle11:03 Step 3 Blood Sugar11:52 Step 4 Hormone Support12:43 Step 5 Slow Is Success13:43 Get Help And Resources15:31 Final Wrap UpCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-145-glp-1-and-hrt-in-perimenopause-why-the-scale-barely-moves-without-hormone-supportResources Mentioned:Book a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationTake the Menopause Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quizFree Peptide Guide — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguidepodcast

Ep. 144 GLP-1 and Perimenopause Burnout: Why Losing Weight Doesn't Mean Feeling Better 07.06.2026 15λ

If you're on a GLP-1 and losing weight but still feel terrible — this episode is going to explain exactly why.A GLP-1 works on appetite and blood sugar. What it doesn't do is fix perimenopause burnout. And if your nervous system is already running on fumes when you start one, the medication is going to expose that fast.In this episode, I break down what perimenopause burnout actually is, why a GLP-1 can't fix it on its own, and what your body actually needs to start feeling as good as the scale looks.00:00 Podcast Mission Intro01:09 Why GLP-1s Aren’t Enough02:53 Weight Loss vs Real Health03:39 Quick Quiz Break04:27 Perimenopause Stress and Cortisol06:01 Appetite Suppression Pitfalls08:42 GLP-1s Can’t Calm Survival Mode11:01 What Your Body Actually Needs13:19 Microdosing and Program Support14:38 Wrap Up and Final OutroCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-144-glp-1-and-perimenopause-burnout-why-losing-weight-doesnt-mean-feeling-betterConnect with Cindi:GLP-1 Nutrition Foundation — https://cindistickle.com/glp1-nutrition-foundationBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 143 GLP-1 Nutrition Foundation: Is the Group Program Right for You? 31.05.2026 12λ

If you're on a GLP-1 and not sure if the GLP-1 Nutrition Foundation is the right next step — this episode is going to answer that for you.No hype. No pressure. Just a straight conversation about what the program is, who it's for, and whether it makes sense for where you are right now.00:00 Podcast Mission Intro01:10 Episode Setup GLP-1 Program01:45 Why Nutrition Matters on GLP-103:09 Free Quiz Break03:58 Program Format and FUEL Method04:38 Week by Week Curriculum06:08 Early Bird and Who Its For06:49 Who Its Not For07:52 Why I Built This Program09:04 My GLP-1 Results Story10:36 Enroll and Final Takeaway12:07 Outro and Next StepsCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-143-glp-1-nutrition-foundation-is-the-group-program-right-for-youConnect with CindiPerimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcastBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 142 GLP-1 and Perimenopause: Why It Works Differently in a Midlife Body 24.05.2026 12λ

You're on a GLP-1 and following the advice. But the advice wasn't built for a perimenopausal body.In this episode I break down exactly why GLP-1 works differently in perimenopause and menopause — and what that means for your results.Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are on a GLP-1 and wondering why their experience doesn't match what they expected.00:00 Show Intro01:09 GLP-1 In Midlife01:39 Two Women Two Outcomes02:15 Why Protocols Miss Women03:17 Quick Quiz Break04:05 Insulin Sensitivity Shift05:06 Muscle Loss Risk06:33 Cortisol Stress Factor07:53 Hunger Signals Unreliable08:34 What To Do Instead10:10 Program Invitation11:29 Wrap Up And GoodbyeCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-142-glp-1-and-perimenopause-why-it-works-differently-in-a-midlife-bodyConnect with CindiPerimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcastBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 141 GLP-1 and Blood Sugar: What Perimenopause Women Need to Know 17.05.2026 10λ

You're on a GLP-1, your appetite is down, you're eating less — and your blood sugar is still doing weird things. The crashes. The mood dips. The afternoon fog. The 3am wake-ups.Isn't the medication supposed to help with this?It does. But not in the way most women think. In this episode I break down what GLP-1s actually do for blood sugar, what perimenopause does on top of that, and what you need to eat to make it all actually work.00:00 Podcast Intro01:10 Today's Topic GLP1 Blood Sugar01:44 Why Crashes Still Happen02:08 How GLP1s Work04:01 Perimenopause Insulin Shifts05:02 Common Blood Sugar Patterns06:12 Nutrition Fix Protein Fiber Timing07:56 Next Episodes And Program09:06 Host Experience And Coaching10:17 Wrap Up And Where To ConnectCheck out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-141-glp-1-and-blood-sugar-what-perimenopause-women-need-to-knowConnect with CindiPerimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcastBook a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultationCome hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 140 GLP-1 and Perimenopause Nutrition: What Happens When You Skip the Nutrition Foundation (And Why It Matters) 10.05.2026 11λ

If you started a GLP-1 and something feels off — you're tired, your hair is thinning, the scale has stalled — this episode is going to tell you exactly why that's happening. The medication is doing its job. But GLP-1s don't protect your muscle, stabilize your blood sugar, or tell your body what to pull from when you're eating less. That's the nutrition's job. And most women were never given that piece. In this episode I break down what actually happens to your body on a GLP-1 without the right nutrition foundation — and what your midlife body actually needs to make the medication work. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are on a GLP-1 and not getting the results they expected. 00:00 Podcast Mission 01:10 GLP-1 Food Confusion 02:31 How GLP-1 Works 02:45 Quick Quiz Break 04:21 Muscle Loss Risk 04:46 Midlife Metabolism Shift 06:14 Common Nutrition Mistakes 07:49 GLP-1 Nutrition Basics 09:04 Side Effects Fixable 09:42 Program Invite Wrap-Up 10:48 Final Outro Check out the full show notes and resourses at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-140-glp-1-and-perimenopause-nutrition-what-happens-when-you-skip-the-nutrition-foundation-and-why-it-matters Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningreset Book a Metabolism Consultation — https://cal.com/cindi-stickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 139 Perimenopause Habits: Why You Keep Starting Over (And How to Finally Stop) 03.05.2026 18λ

If you've been starting over every Monday - eating clean for two weeks, then watching it all fall apart - this episode is going to reframe everything you've been telling yourself about why. It's not discipline. It's not willpower. It's not even motivation. It's your foundation. In perimenopause and menopause, your nervous system, your blood sugar, and your cortisol rhythm all shift in ways that make consistency genuinely harder. And no amount of trying harder fixes a foundation problem. In this episode, I break down exactly what's happening in your body, why the habits that worked in your 30s keep falling apart now, and what actually has to come first before anything else can stick. Perfect for the woman in perimenopause or menopause who knows what to do but can't seem to hold onto it — and is tired of blaming herself for it. 00:00 Podcast Mission 01:09 Today's Topic Consistency 02:00 The Start Over Loop 03:10 Not Willpower Biology 03:40 Quick Quiz Break 04:29 Nervous System Foundation 07:26 Perimenopause Stress Biology 10:59 Stability Before Habits 13:14 Boring Habits That Work 15:34 Build Your Foundation 16:57 Morning Reset Offer 17:58 Final Wrap Up Check out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-139-perimenopause-habits-why-you-keep-starting-over-and-how-to-finally-stop Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcast Book a Metablism Consultation — https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 138 Menopause Stress: Why Your Body Can't Handle It Like It Used To (And What to Do About It) 26.04.2026 15λ

If you've always handled stress well but perimenopause has made everything feel like too much — this episode explains exactly why, and what's actually happening in your body. Stress didn't get harder. Your hormones changed how your body responds to it. In this episode, I break down what chronic cortisol elevation is doing to your blood sugar, sleep, progesterone, and metabolism — and why managing stress in midlife requires a completely different approach than what worked before. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who feel overwhelmed, wired, and can't figure out why their usual coping strategies have stopped working. 00:00 Podcast Intro 01:10 Today's Stress Topic 01:59 Why Stress Hits Harder 03:06 Estrogen and HPA Axis 03:47 Free Quiz Break 04:36 Cortisol Blood Sugar Loop 06:13 Sleep and 3AM Wakeups 07:21 Progesterone Steal 08:08 Thyroid and Belly Fat 08:36 Stabilize Blood Sugar 10:03 Evening Wind Down 10:27 Move Without Overdoing 12:23 Nervous System Capacity 12:52 Key Takeaway and Next Steps 13:53 Wrap Up and Review 14:43 Outro and Follow Check out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-138-menopause-stress-why-your-body-cant-handle-it-like-it-used-to-and-what-to-do-about-it Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemresetpodcast Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 137 Perimenopause Rest: Why You Can't Slow Down (And Why Your Body Is Paying the Price) 19.04.2026 11λ

If you've been running on fumes in perimenopause — pushing through exhaustion because slowing down feels like giving up — this episode is going to reframe everything you think you know about rest. Rest isn't optional anymore. It's a physiological requirement. And in this episode, I break down why your body's tolerance for stress drops in perimenopause, what cortisol is doing to your hormones and metabolism when you can't slow down, and what real recovery actually looks like for your midlife body. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who feel guilty every time they stop — and whose bodies are quietly paying the price for it. 00:00 Podcast Mission 01:09 Why Rest Matters 02:23 Hormones Change Rules 03:12 Free Quiz Break 04:01 Real Rest Defined 04:56 Progesterone and Wired Tired 06:01 Cortisol and Symptoms 07:05 Practical Rest Shifts 08:19 Sleep Non Negotiable 08:56 Rest Is Not Reward 09:51 Resources and Next Steps 10:41 Final Outro Check out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-137-perimenopause-rest-why-you-cant-slow-down-and-why-your-body-is-paying-the-price Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcast Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 136 GLP-1s in Perimenopause: Why Women Feel Shame for Getting Help 12.04.2026 13λ

If you're in perimenopause and using a GLP-1 — or thinking about it — and you've felt like you had to justify that decision to anyone, this episode is for you. I'm getting into why the shame around GLP-1 use hits so much harder for women in perimenopause, where it's actually coming from, and why most of the loudest critics have never struggled with a changing metabolism a day in their lives. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are tired of feeling like they have to earn the right to get support. 00:00 Show Intro 01:09 GLP-1s and Hidden Shame 02:34 Why Weight Loss Gets Judged 03:29 Quick Quiz Break 04:17 Perimenopause and Losing Control 04:58 Not a Shortcut Real Effort 05:39 Calling Out Industry Bias 08:47 The Real Problem Narrative 11:04 Support Your Body on GLP-1s 11:32 Free Workshop Invitation 12:56 Final Thoughts and Outro Check out the show notes and full resources at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-136-glp-1s-in-perimenopause-why-women-feel-shame-for-getting-help Mentioned Links: GLP-1 Nutrition in Perimenopause & Menopause workshop — https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-nutrition-in-perimenopause-menopause Connect with Cindi What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 135 Perimenopause Muscle Loss: Why It's the Metabolism Piece No One Talks About 05.04.2026 22λ

If you're in perimenopause and doing everything right — eating well, exercising, trying to manage stress — but your metabolism is still stuck and the weight won't move, muscle loss is probably the piece nobody's told you about. Muscle loss doesn't just change how your body looks. It slows your metabolism, wrecks your blood sugar, and drains your energy — and perimenopause speeds it up faster than most women realize. In this episode, I break down why it's happening, why more cardio and less food make it worse, and what you actually need to do instead — including what this means if you're on peptides. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are frustrated that nothing is working no matter how hard they try. 00:00 Podcast Intro 01:09 Why Muscle Matters 02:17 Sarcopenia Explained 03:47 Estrogen Stress Carbs 05:51 Why Diet Cardio Fail 07:30 Hidden Signs Muscle Loss 08:51 Protein Strategy 11:57 Strength Training Basics 13:13 Cortisol Regulation 14:54 GLP1 Peptides Detour 18:15 Personal Story Lessons 19:43 3 Steps and Wrap Up 21:26 Final Outro Check out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-135-perimenopause-muscle-loss-why-its-the-metabolism-piece-no-one-talks-about Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset - https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcast GLP-1 Nutrition in Perimenopause & Menopause Workshop - April 14 - https://cindistickle.com/glp-1-nutrition-in-perimenopause-menopause Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 134 Perimenopause Myths: The Online Advice You Need to Stop Following 29.03.2026 16λ

If you've tried intermittent fasting, pushed harder in the gym, or bought supplements because someone online swore by them — and still feel worse — this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the specific perimenopause advice that's making your symptoms worse, why some well-known voices in this space are sharing incomplete science, and how to spot the difference between advice that's grounded in research and advice that's designed to sell you something. Perfect for women in perimenopause who are doing everything they read online and still not seeing results. Grab my free Perimenopause Morning Reset: https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcast 00:00 Podcast Intro 01:10 Episode Setup 01:37 Online Perimenopause Noise 02:29 Intermittent Fasting Myth 04:41 Quick Quiz Break 05:30 Train Harder Trap 07:51 Incomplete Science Warning 11:14 Influencer Supplements Hype 12:50 How to Filter Advice 14:14 Wrap Up and Resources 15:23 Closing Outro Check out the show notes and full resources at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-134-perimenopause-myths-the-online-advice-you-need-to-stop-following Connect with Cindi What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 133 Perimenopause Hot Flashes: Why Your Body Isn't Overheating (And What It's Actually Trying to Tell You) 22.03.2026 19λ

If you've been white-knuckling your way through hot flashes in perimenopause — dreading the next wave of heat, planning your outfits around layers you can strip off, waking up drenched at 2am — this episode is going to change how you look at what's happening in your body. Hot flashes aren't random. They're a signal from your stress response system. And in this episode, I break down why your body is sending that signal, what cortisol and blood sugar have to do with it, and why trying to manage the symptom without addressing the source keeps you stuck in a cycle that never actually ends. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are exhausted from just surviving their symptoms and ready to actually understand what their body is trying to tell them. 00:00 Podcast Intro 01:10 Hot Flashes Reframed 02:24 Real Life Hot Flash Moments 04:14 Common Advice Missing Why 05:28 Quick Quiz Break 06:16 What Hot Flashes Really Are 07:59 Cortisol and Blood Sugar Link 10:00 Stop Managing Start Solving 12:03 3 Levers to Reduce Flashes 16:53 Key Takeaways and Next Steps 19:01 Outro and Subscribe Check out the full show notes at https://cindistickle.com/podcastep-133-perimenopause-hot-flashes-why-your-body-isnt-overheating-and-what-its-actually-trying-to-tell-you Connect with Cindi Perimenopause Morning Reset — https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningresetpodcast Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

Ep. 132 GLP-1 and Perimenopause Nutrition: What to Eat to Avoid Muscle Loss While Losing Weight 16.03.2026 20λ

_*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> GLP-1 nutrition in perimenopause is one of the most searched topics right now — and most of the advice out there wasn't written for a perimenopausal body. In this episode, you'll learn exactly what to eat to protect your muscle while losing weight on GLP-1s, why eating less without eating strategically backfires in midlife, and the most common nutrition mistakes women make when their appetite drops. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> If your hunger is quiet but your body still needs fuel, this episode is for you. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Perfect for: Women in perimenopause or menopause who are using GLP-1s and want their nutrition working with them — not against them. 00:00 Show Introduction 01:10 Episode Topic GLP Ones 01:50 Personal Progress Update 02:33 Menopause Metabolism Basics 04:15 How GLP Ones Work 05:20 Quick Quiz Break 06:11 Protein Is Nonnegotiable 08:19 Protein Targets And Sources 10:15 Build The Perfect Plate 14:07 Common Mistakes To Avoid 17:17 Nervous System And Cortisol 18:09 Wrap Up And Resources 20:06 Final Outro _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> You can find full show notes and resources here → https://cindistickle.com/ podcast/ep-132-glp-1-and-perimenopause-nutrition-what-to-eat-to-avoid-muscle-loss-while-losing-weight Links mentioned: Perimenopause & Menopause Peptide Guide → https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguide Hormone-Smart Nutrition Blueprint → https://cindistickle.com/hormone-smart-nutrition-blueprint Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation