What happens to your gut microbiome during menopause?   In this episode of the Biohacking Superhuman Performance podcast, I chat with Dr. Mindy Pelz about the hormonal shifts that radically alter women's bodies and minds after 40. We discuss the impact of menopause, its potential consequences on weight gain, anxiety, and depression, and why understanding these changes is a cornerstone for wellness. She also explains the role of hormone replacement therapy and the significant lifestyle modifications necessary to accommodate this hormonal decline.   Plus, she shares five crucial lifestyle changes that can make a world of difference during menopause. We tackle everything, from fasting and cycling food intake to repairing the microbiome, detoxing, and the importance of rest. Moreover, we lift the veil on the microbiome and deliver practical steps on enhancing your gut health. Dr. Mindy Pelz is a renowned holistic health expert and one of the leading voices in educating women about their bodies. She is on a mission to start a women’s health revolution! A native of Los Angeles, Dr. Mindy pursued her early passion for wellness at the University of Kansas where she was a member of the tennis team; and earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Dr. Mindy’s high-profile clients include entertainer LeAnn Rimes, former race car driver Danica Patrick, and actress Kat Graham – co-host of their joint podcast “Women United.”     Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Mitopure: Use code NAT10 for 10% off at https://www.timelinenutrition.com/shop/nutrition. LMNT: Visit DrinkLMNT.com/NAT - no code needed Berkeley Life: Use code NIDDBL at www.berkeleylife.com Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Website: NatNiddam.com Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08   Find more from Dr. Mindy: Website: https://drmindypelz.com/  Facebook: https://facebook.com/drmindypelz Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.mindypelz YouTube: https://youtube.com/drmindypelz   What we discuss: (00:02) - Understanding Hormonal Shifts After 40 (12:54) - Lifestyle Changes for Menopause and Exercise (18:26) - Exercise's Importance for Overall Health (25:11) - Microbiome and Fasting for Gut Health (31:44) - Fasting and Detoxification (44:03) - Community and Personalized Health Importance (50:48) - Embracing Change and Sharing Experiences   Key takeaways: When women hit their 40s, they must make lifestyle changes as estradiol levels drop. They must consider fasting to fight insulin resistance, resting more, changing their diet, and more.  The drop of estradiol in women impacts a variety of neurochemicals, such as dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and BDNF, to name a few.