Beyond Bellyfat | Understanding the Estrogen-Insulin Connection with Jesse Allen

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The Complete Woman

Tori Poulter

45 episodes

2 days ago

The Complete Woman Podcast is a heartfelt space dedicated to exploring every aspect of a woman’s wellbeing, from physical health to emotional and mental wellness. Whether you're navigating a particular stage in life or simply seeking a deep sense of connection, this podcast is for you. Join host Tori Poulter to celebrate the beauty of being a woman; we are all complex, perfectly imperfect, often confident, and always spectacular. Tune in every Wednesday to learn from shared stories and experiences with a focus on support and finding realistic solutions to help you thrive through the hormonal and emotional changes we all experience in life, particularly through perimenopause and menopause. Each of us is worthy of joy -- let's thrive together.

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Beyond Bellyfat | Understanding the Estrogen-Insulin Connection with Jesse Allen

The Complete Woman

39 minutes

1 month ago

Beyond Bellyfat | Understanding the Estrogen-Insulin Connection with Jesse Allen

Why does weight gain sneak up on women during perimenopause—even when your habits haven’t changed?

In this episode of The Complete Woman, wellness expert Jesse Allen explains the powerful link between estrogen and insulin, and how these hormones shape metabolism, cravings, and energy. You’ll learn why your old routines may not be working anymore and the science-backed steps that do work for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. This conversation is both hopeful and practical, offering strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies that support your body through hormonal transitions.

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Chapters
00:00 Understanding Unexplained Weight Gain in Women
01:56 The Role of Insulin and Estrogen
09:07 Metabolic Processes and Weight Storage
19:05 Hormonal Changes and Insulin Resistance
25:27 Strategies for Managing Weight and Health
33:48 Eating Habits: Grazing vs. Intermittent Fasting