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71. The Overlooked Signs of Insulin Resistance in Women 35+

• Margaret Powell • Season 4

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Insulin resistance is one of THE most overlooked root causes of fatigue, stubborn weight, cravings, brain fog, mood swings, and more. And yet…most women don’t even know it’s happening in their bodies. 


I’m diving into why insulin resistance is more than a blood sugar problem, subtle signs that show up for women in midlife (and are often ignored), root causes to insulin resistance, why the conventional medical approach tends to miss the mark, and more.


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Episode Recap:

  • Why blood sugar issues are skyrocketing + why this impacts women 35+ even MORE {1:28}
  • Sneaky symptoms of insulin resistance that are often ignored {4:38}
  • What traditional labs might miss with insulin resistance + why the conventional approach falls short {7:08}
  • Key functional ranges for fasting glucose, A1C & insulin + why ‘normal’ doesn’t mean optimal {11:02}
  • Root causes of insulin resistance {14:59}
  • Conventional approaches to ‘fixing’ your insulin & blood sugar issues {21:53}
  • Building meals that stabilize blood sugar + increase metabolic flexibility {23:26}
  • Strategically using GLP-1s {25:00}
  • Client success story using a personalized + functional healing plan {26:48}


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**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.