How do you know you’re experiencing insulin resistance in menopause? How would you know that weight gain or belly fat may be a result of your insulin resistance? My guest today has type 1 diabetes and shares today the nuances of how to deal with midlife hormonal changes at the same time as dealing with blood sugar and insulin levels.

Insulin resistance in menopause is fairly common. If you’re aware of it, the what and why of it, you can prevent it.

My Guest:

Melissa Slemp is a certified nutritional and hormone health coach and personal trainer. Founder and CEO of Abundant Health with Melissa. She helps women 40+ diagnosed with type 1 diabetes to feel more empowered and to live their best life despite their diagnosis. Melissa has lived with type 1 diabetes since she was 14 years old and has experienced how a strong foundation of health and happiness supports our relationships, career, and our beliefs to nurture us emotionally and spiritually so we can thrive with diabetes.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

• Share your type 1 diabetes diagnosis story and how hormone changes impact your day-to-day care? [00:03:40]
• How does insulin resistance change as we age, and what are some key factors contributing to this phenomenon? [00:06:00]
• Can you explain the role of protein in managing insulin resistance and maintaining muscle mass as we get older? [00:15:10]
• How does weight training specifically impact insulin sensitivity and overall metabolic health in aging individuals? [00:14:10]
• What strategies or practices do you recommend for mindful eating to support insulin sensitivity and better blood sugar control? [00:28:50]
• Why is hormone testing important, particularly as we age, and how can it help individuals manage insulin resistance effectively? [00:21:20]

Connect with Melissa :

https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/thrivingwithtype1diabetesafter40

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• Your Diabetes Risk: You’re In Control | Midlife Women: https://www.flippingfifty.com/diabetes-risk/
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• Your Glucose Levels in Menopause with the Glucose Goddess: https://www.flippingfifty.com/glucose-levels-in-menopause/
• You Want to Balance Blood Sugar for Belly Fat Reduction: https://www.flippingfifty.com/balance-blood-sugar/

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