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150 | Why Restriction Backfires: A Better Way to Lose Belly Fat
Do you ever walk into the holidays determined to "be good"… only to find yourself spiraling into the restrict–overeat–guilt cycle that leaves you feeling defeated?
If that's you, friend, you're in the right place.
In today's episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, we're unpacking why restriction backfires in midlife — especially when you're trying to lose belly fat — and what actually works in perimenopause and menopause. The truth is, your hormones no longer respond well to extremes. Skipping meals, cutting carbs, or "saving up" calories almost always leads to cortisol spikes, blood sugar…
The skinny
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