Dr. Nicole Basa, bariatric surgeon, joins Dr. Natalie Crawford to unpack the complex connection between weight, hormones, and metabolism—breaking it down with real talk, expert insights, and practical tips every woman needs to hear, especially if you’ve ever felt stuck on your weight loss or health journey.

Key Topics:

1. Metabolic Health Basics

- Your body's calorie-burning engine

- Hormones that control metabolism

- How genetics impact weight

2. Hormones and Weight Challenges

- Insulin's role in weight gain

- Hormone changes during perimenopause

- How hormones affect fertility

3. Effective Weight Loss Strategies

- Importance of protein intake

- Building muscle through resistance training

- Breaking weight loss plateaus

4. Medical Interventions for Weight Management

- Understanding GLP-1 medications

- Bariatric surgery options

- Resetting your body's weight set point

Follow Dr. Nicole Basa

Instagram @nicolebasamd

Check out her clinic in Austin, TX

https://bamedicalcenter.com/

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