Episode Details

Hot Flashes and Belly Fat? Outsmart Menopause Naturally | Dr. Brooke Bussard

Season 8 Episode 34 Published 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Description

Struggling with hot flashes, sleep problems, or unexplained weight gain after 40? You're not alone — and you're not powerless.

Dr. Brooke Bussard, author of Outsmarting Menopause, joins Chuck Carroll on The Exam Room to share what really works for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. As a doctor, personal trainer, and woman who's been through it herself, she breaks down what happens to your hormones, your metabolism, and your body — and how to take back control.

Learn how to reduce cortisol, build strength, balance your energy, and sleep better — all with food and exercise strategies designed for women in this stage of life.

Topics Covered:

- How to reduce hot flashes naturally

- Why traditional workouts can backfire during menopause

- How to build strength and prevent osteoporosis after 50

- What to eat for hormone balance and weight loss

- How cortisol, estrogen, and belly fat are connected

- Sleep, mood, cravings, and the role of food

📘 Grab her book Outsmarting Menopause + companion fitness journal

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Outsmarting Menopause

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