The Truth About Menopause Weight Gain: It's Not What You Think (Ep. 1.2)

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The Meno Collective Podcast

Catharine Adams

9 episodes

6 days ago

Hey, I'm Catharine Adams, and welcome to The Meno Collective Podcast! I'm an evidence-based perimenopause nutrition and mindset coach, and I'm here to help you cut through the confusion and overwhelm around midlife hormonal changes. My mission? To translate complex science into clear, compassionate, and practical strategies... without any pseudoscience, magic pills, or detox teas. Every week, I'll dive deep into the real science of perimenopause and menopause, give you actionable tips for managing symptoms, nourishing your body, adapting your fitness, and building emotional resilience. You'll hear real-life stories from women just like you—women who aren't just surviving midlife, but thriving through it. If you're ready to: ~Finally understand what's actually happening in your body, ~Feel seen, validated, and supported (without fear-based advice), ~Make small but powerful changes that boost your energy, mood, and confidence, …then you're exactly where you belong. Think of this podcast as your trusted companion through the entire perimenopause transition, no matter if you're just noticing the first signs or deep in the thick of it. Together, we'll make midlife your most empowered chapter yet. Why? Because we deserve it! You're not broken, you're not alone, and your best years are waiting for you. Let's GO!! 🩷

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The Truth About Menopause Weight Gain: It's Not What You Think (Ep. 1.2)

The Meno Collective Podcast

25 minutes 31 seconds

5 months ago

The Truth About Menopause Weight Gain: It's Not What You Think (Ep. 1.2)

The Truth About Menopause Weight Gain (It's Not What You Think)

Key Takeaways:

The SWAN Study shows hormones alone cause only 3-6 pounds of weight gain during menopause
During perimenopause, the rate of fat gain doubles from around 1% to 1.7% per year
Muscle loss is actually minimal (0.2% per year) and totally preventable
Real success requires addressing sleep, stress, movement, and nutrition (The MENO Framework)

In this episode, I'm calling out a major menopause myth: that hormones alone are responsible for significant midlife weight gain. I'm diving into the research-backed reality, sharing what I learned from the SWAN study and from gaining 30 pounds myself during perimenopause—despite doing all the "right things." I'll explain the complete picture behind why your body changes and introduce you to my science-backed MENO Framework, designed to help you finally stop fighting your body and start thriving in midlife.

Time Stamps

00:00-03:21 – Sarah's late-night struggle and introduction of the SWAN study
03:21-05:44 – Deep dive into the research: what's really changing physically
05:44-10:04 – Myth-busting the muscle loss misconception
10:04-14:14 – The complete picture beyond hormones: sleep, stress, nutrition, and movement
14:14-19:21 – My MENO Framework explained (Measure protein & veggies, Energize with strength, Nourish sleep, Optimize daily movement)
19:21-23:55 – Calling out social media myths and sharing real, sustainable solutions

Quick Reference Guide

Here's the MENO Framework breakdown:

M - Measure your protein (25-30g) and veggies with each meal
E - Energize your body with strength training (it doesn't have to be long sessions!)
N - Nourish your sleep (one of the biggest overlooked factors!)
O - Optimize your daily movement (make daily life your movement practice)

Resources Mentioned;

• Free Meno Framework Guide [Download]

And please remember: You're not broken. You're not lazy. You're not alone. You're navigating a chapter of life no one prepared you for, and we're rewriting these outdated narratives together. 🩷 ~ Catharine

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#MidlifeWellness #PerimenopausalNutrition
#MenopauseMyths #WomenOver40 #MenopauseSupport
#StrengthTraining #SleepHealth #HormoneBalance
#MidlifeTransformation

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The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.