About this episode
We welcome menopause expert Stephanie Crassweller, founder of Vitality OET. Stephanie shares her extensive knowledge on managing weight loss, maintaining muscle mass, and the importance of carbs during perimenopause and menopause. Discover how to combat common challenges like chronic dieting, hormone imbalance, and stress. Tune in for practical tips on improving metabolism, building a sustainable diet, and enhancing overall women's health. Don't miss this deep dive into menopause, hormone health, and effective nutrition strategies! Connect with Stephanie: Instagram | YouTube | Podcast | Web Take Menopause Metabolic Quiz *** Tune in to learn: 03:10 Understanding Hormones and Metabolism 05:53 Building Muscle Mass and Prioritizing Protein and Carbs 08:50 The Negative Consequences of Aggressive Weight Loss 11:52 Managing Stress and Prioritizing Self-Care 31:12 Why Low-Carb is Not Ideal for Menopause 32:11 The Benefits of Carbohydrates for Energy and Hormone Balance 34:20 The Negative Effects of Low-Carb Diets on Thyroid Health 37:45 The Importance of Including Carbs in Meals for Sustained Energy 39:03 Feeding the Body Properly and Maintaining Progress 41:24 Building Awareness and Learning to Maintain Results 43:48 Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Fat Loss 48:28 The Trade-Offs and Expectations of Fat Loss 51:21 Loving Yourself Throughout the Journey *** ✅ Register for the 'Unlock the Secrets of Your Blood Work' Webinar on July 10th Discover the difference between normal and optimal ranges. Understand root-cause issues behind your symptoms. Get actionable steps to improve your health. *** Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast! Share this episode with friends who need to hear this important message. *** Have a question you want us to answer live? ASK HERE Looking for high quality, therapeutic grade supplements? If so, join our practitioner portal, Fullscript, and purchase quality supplements 15% off! Our favorite nontoxic skincare is FRE Skincare. Their breakthrough dual action formula that fights breakouts and the signs of aging with high impact natural ingredients. Use code LIZROMAN at checkout! *** CONNECT 🚀 Work With Us - Healthy Gut & Happy Hormones Program 🖇️ Liz on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok 🔗 Becca on Instagram / Facebook / TikTok 🇺🇸 Join FITMOM™️society ▶️ Watch the podcast on YouTube *** SAY THANKS 💟 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts ✳️ Leave a rating on Spotify *** Produced by 📣 brandhard