Dr. Jade Teta is an integrative physician, author, and sought-after expert in the area of metabolism. He's here to talk about the ins and outs of the female metabolism, and how that can impact weight loss! Listen to find out how a woman’s metabolism is different than a man’s, as well as the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause, and how to fine-tune your diet and exercise habits at different life stages. Dr. Teta also explains the effect of stress on your metabolism, and why incorporating relaxation and stress-reducing activities into your routine is key to maintaining a healthy weight. Dr. Teta gives you tons of tips and tools to optimize your metabolism at any age!   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get Dr. Jade Teta’s free metabolism course by going to JJVirgin.com/MetabolicEffect.   Main Points From Today’s Episode Most of the research involving nutrition and weight loss in terms of exercise has been done on young males. Keto and intermittent fasting can be beneficial for some women, but they can also be very tricky because of the way the female metabolism is built. Your metabolism is like a pendulum: it pushes back against you when you stress it out. Stress to the metabolism sends your body into starvation mode, telling your body to hang on to your fat stores and accumulate more fat. There needs to be a balance between restorative exercise and higher-intensity workouts. Incorporating relaxation and stress-reducing activities into your routine, along with enough, but not too much high-intensity interval training, is key to maintaining a healthy weight.   Episode Play-By-Play [2:15] Dr. Jade Teta’s career briefing [4:20] How Dr. Teta became an expert in women’s health and metabolism [5:25] Most of the research involving nutrition and weight loss in terms of exercise has been done on young males. [5:56] Many women are doing male-dominated programs. [6:00] Keto and intermittent fasting in women [6:20] Your metabolism functions as a stress barometer. [7:42] Women burn more fat at all exercise intensities compared to men. [8:56] The advantages of estrogen [9:46] Hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause [10:43] Why you need to fine-tune your carbohydrate intake and exercise intensity during perimenopause and menopause [12:15] Your metabolism is like a pendulum: it pushes back against you when it’s stressed. [13:47] Stress to the metabolism sends your body into starvation mode, telling your body to hang on to your fat stores and accumulate more fat. [14:50] The balance between restorative exercise and high-intensity interval training [16:30] The importance of moving more throughout your day. [17:56] Relaxation is key to maintaining a healthy weight. [19:29] Focus on protein, fiber and water foods to make sure that your hunger and cravings are kept at bay. [22:05] Buffer foods vs. trigger foods [23:40] Do the things that keep your hunger, energy, and cravings in check throughout the day. [30:55] Starting your day off with the right breakfast sets your metabolic tone for the day. The perfect and easiest way to do this is with JJ’s All-In-One Paleo-Inspired Shake! [31:50] Listener’s question: I’m training for a marathon, but I heard you say that I shouldn’t be doing endurance exercise. Why not? And is there a way I can do this and stay healthy? [35:05] If you insist on doing endurance exercise, it’s key to include antioxidants, including vitamin C, in your diet and supplement routine to neutralize oxidative stress.   Mentioned in this episode: Paleo-Inspired All-In-One Shake Sunlighten Sauna Sleep Candy JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube