Blood Sugar and Cortisol Deregulation in Perimenopause with Dr. Mariza Snyder

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill on October 15, 2024

Ever feel like your blood sugar is all over the place, especially during menopause? You’re not imagining it! In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I sit down with Dr. Mariza Snyder, a women’s health expert, to break down exactly why your blood sugar is fluctuating and how your hormones are playing a major role. These midlife changes are the reason I really wanted to have her on the podcast. If you’ve been feeling a little off or just curious about how to manage these changes better, this episode has the answers. Trust me, you’ll want to tune in! 

What is Metabolic Syndrome? 

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Metabolic Syndrome is diagnosed by five metabolic biomarkers: 

  1. Fasting blood glucose. This is your early morning fasting blood glucose. Most doctors say they want it under 100 but Dr. Mariza recommends it being under 90.  
  2. Triglycerides. Most doctors want under 150 and Dr. Mariza wants it below 80. Once it’s at 150, it’s a massive indicator of insulin resistance. 
  3. HDL (good cholesterol). We want this over 50. 
  4. Blood pressure. Normal is 120/70 but diagnosis of metabolic syndrome is 130/80 
  5. Inches around your waist. We want a woman’s to be under 35” and a man’s under 40” 

If you have 3 of these 5 markers out of range, you would be diagnosed with metabolic syndrome. 

Metabolic syndrome creates cellular dysfunction and inflammation in the body. When our mitochondria get below 50% capacity, we see these biomarkers go out of range. And when this happens, it sends us on the trajectory for dementia, cardiovascular disease, PCOS, and the list goes on and on. 

What is the MOST Important Test for Insulin Resistance? 

Well before your A1C goes up, or well before your fasting blood glucose is close to 100, for a decade your insulin levels are resistant. The number that tells us this trajectory is your fasting insulin. 

What Are Normal Blood Sugar Ranges 

In an ideal world, your levels would remain between 70-120 all day long. A spike past 140 is in a diabetic range. Your fasting blood glucose should be between 70-85. Any time you eat you will have a blood sugar response, but one and two hours after your first meal, you want it to go back down to 90-110.  

How to Fix Your Blood Sugar 

If you are having blood sugar numbers that are high, you can still feel empowered. You CAN fix and adjust it by making a few changes like:

  1. Stay away from processed foods 
  2. Increase fiber and protein and healthy fats 
  3. Finish eating for the day earlier 
  4. Avoid sugars, especially when they are eaten by themselves 
  5. Track your blood sugar with a CGM or finger prick test to get familiar with what affects your spikes 
  6. Take blood sugar support supplements (like Blood Sugar Fixxr) – 1,000mg/day of berberine, 500mg before or up to 20 minutes after breakfast and dinner 
  7. If you have done EVERYTHING to fix your blood sugar and are still having issues, consider cycling very very small amounts of GLP-1’s as a kickstart 

Learn more in Dr. Mariza’s FREE Thriving in Perimenopause & Menopause Summit  HERE 

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The Number One Best Secret to Losing Menopause Belly Fat

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill on September 24, 2024

Ready to uncover the real secret to losing menopause belly fat—and why it’s not what you think?

What if the key to shedding those stubborn pounds isn’t about eating less or logging more hours on the treadmill?

In this episode of Midlife Conversations, we dig deep into the real reasons behind menopausal weight gain. Could it be your hormones? Your lifestyle? Or maybe something else entirely? Plus, I’ll show you how to become your own health detective—uncovering the hidden mysteries of your gut, thyroid, and hormone health.

But here’s the big question: What’s the one thing you must do to finally lose that belly fat? 

It’s probably not what you’re expecting. Tune in to find out!

Navigating Menopause: Insights and Strategies with Dr. Anna Cabeca

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill on September 17, 2024

In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I sit down with Dr. Anna Cabeca, known as the Girlfriend Doctor, to discuss the often dreaded topic of menopause. Dr. Cabeca shares her insights on how to shift the negative feelings and myths surrounding menopause and emphasizes the importance of celebrating this transition period. We delve into distinguishing between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, and discuss the physiological changes that occur, particularly the decline in ovarian function and hormonal fluctuations. Dr. Cabeca highlights the role of hormone replenishment and addresses common concerns, including the risks associated with synthetic hormones. We also touch on the importance of lifestyle changes, such as regular movement, positive mindset, and nutrition, to support a healthy transition. Additionally, Dr. Cabecca shares her personal journey of undertaking a challenging pilgrimage, illustrating that age should not be a barrier to achieving personal goals. Join us for a deeper understanding of how to thrive through menopause and empower yourself with the right knowledge and mindset.

Microdosing GLPs/Ozempic/Semaglutide for Metabolic Health with Dr. Tyna Moore

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill on September 3, 2024

Dr. Tyna Moore is very cutting edge and is a total thought leader when it comes to microdosing Ozempic and Semaglutide for metabolic health. She looks for the TRUTH and doesn’t follow trends or what other people will “like”. There seems to be a lot of villainizing against the use of these peptides, yet, as Dr. Tyna Moore points out, we don’t point fingers at people using high blood pressure medication, and it’s essentially the same type of “lifestyle” medication. There are a number of people who think that eat less and move more is the ONLY answer – but that is simply not true. Metabolic pathways and mitochondrial health along with hormones are a HUGE player in the game of weight loss and health. 

In this episode, we dive deep into Ozempic, Semaglutide, and the broader class of GLP-1 peptides with expert Dr. Tyna Moore. Contrary to popular belief, these peptides are not just for weight loss but also offer numerous benefits for metabolic health, neuro-degeneration, and more. Dr. Moore emphasizes the importance of personalized microdosing, highlighting the significant impact on gut health, immune modulation, and overall well-being. We discuss the vital role of strength training and bioidentical hormones in optimizing health during midlife and challenge the myths and propaganda surrounding these treatments. Learn how to find a knowledgeable physician and the importance of being your own health advocate.

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What Are GLP-1 Agonists? 

Ozemic/Semaglutide/Wegovy and Mounjaro/tirzepatide are GLP-1 agonists. GLP-1 agonists are designed to mimic our natural GLP-1s that we make inside our body that are secreted from our gut and our brain. There are receptors for this peptide hormone throughout the entire body. Another example of this type of peptide hormone is insulin. Semaglutide is essentially bioidentical to the peptide we create on our own. It’s been tweaked a little bit to have a longer half life, meaning it lasts longer in the body. 

How Did Semaglutide/Ozempic/Tirzepatide Become So Trendy?

It was a happy accident. It was originally designed 20 years ago to help with neurodegeneration (like parkinsons and alzheimers), and it just happened to be helpful for type II diabetes. Somewhere in the last few years, the efficiency in weight loss came to surface and people went crazy over it! 

Who Are These GLP-1 Agonists Actually For? 

Simply put, they are for whoever needs them. Each person and patient has individual needs. Metabolic disease is usually at the root of many paths to disease that we see – from heart disease, to high blood pressure, cognitive decline, PCOS, hormonal imbalances, etc. There is sooo much that can be done during the decade leading up to a metabolic dumpster fire known as type II diabetes. GLP-1’s can help HEAL, regenerate, and fix metabolic pathways and mitochondrial performance.  

GLP-1 agonists can be used to calm down inflammation in the brain, reduce pain, calm down metabolic and cardiac dysfunction, reduce joint pain, and so much more.  

This and SO much more on this episode! 

Learn more about Dr. Tyna Moore at:
Dr. Tyna Moore on IG: www.instagram.com/drtyna/ 
Ozempic Uncovered: https://www.drtyna.com/ozempicuncovered

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Importance of Enzymes for Protein Absorption with Wade Lightheart at BiOptimizers

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill on August 30, 2024

In this episode of Midlife Conversations, I sit down with Wade Lightheart, co-founder of BiOptimizers, in our conversation we dive deeply into the transformative power of digestive enzymes, particularly for midlife health. We discuss the role of enzymes in digestion, the impact of diet on enzyme production, and the importance of supplementing with high-quality enzymes, probiotics, and hydrochloric acid. Wade shares his personal journey and insights on how these supplements can improve digestion, reduce fatigue, and enhance overall health. We also touch on the science behind enzyme functionality and their classifications, offering practical tips for optimal digestive health.