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Hotflash inc – the platform designed to find the true truth in perimenopause, menopause and beyond – makes a return to the podcast world this week!

In the first episode back journalist and host Ann Marie McQueen interviews Lara Briden, an expert in women's health and author of the new book The Metabolism Reset.

They discuss the complexity of this entire subject, insulin resistance, the impact of modern diets, and the importance of understanding how our bodies respond to different types of food and exercise.

Briden, a naturopathic doctor and author of period repair manual and hormone repair manual, shares her valuable and moderate insights on achieving metabolic health through tailored approaches, emphasizing gentler methods and the importance of addressing underlying health issues like gut health and autoimmunity.

This episode aims to help listeners understand and manage their metabolic health effectively during the menopause transition.

00:48 Introducing Midi Health

01:21 Lara Briden's Influence and new book

02:04 Conversation with Lara Briden

03:31 Understanding Metabolic Health

05:42 The Role of Hunger and Satiety

14:50 Impact of Modern Food Environment

21:30 Debate on Vegetable Oils

28:06 Navigating Food Allergies in Restaurants

28:27 Understanding Metabolic Endotoxemia

28:47 Gut Health and Metabolic Health Connection

29:54 Patient Stories: Gut Health and Insulin Resistance

34:52 Exploring Insulin Resistance

37:27 Signs and Diagnosis of Insulin Resistance

40:30 Treatment Approaches for Insulin Resistance

43:20 Perimenopause and Insulin Resistance

43:34 The Importance of Movement and Protein

49:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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