In this episode, I dive deep into why inflammation and bloating become a persistent problem for women over 40, especially during the perimenopausal and menopausal transition. Host Sara Frenza, a certified nutrition coach, fitness expert, and hormone and menopause specialist, explains that inflammation is your body's alarm system. While acute inflammation (like the swelling that happens when you break a leg or arm) is a good thing, the problem is chronic inflammation, which is like an alarm that gets stuck on, causing damage to your tissues, organs, and entire system.

Here's what I cover in this episode:

• The Connection to Hormones: I explain that the hormonal changes women experience during perimenopause and menopause are increasing their baseline inflammation.
• The Gut-Hormone Link: I discuss how declining hormones, specifically estradiol (the most potent form of estrogen), affect your gut.
• The Root Causes of Bloating: Bloating—the uncomfortable feeling of fullness, distension, or tightness in your abdomen—is often an intersection of hormonal changes, chronic inflammation, and gut health shifts.
• Primary Causes of Chronic Inflammation: I break down the major contributors to chronic inflammation:
• What Gets Damaged: Chronic inflammation is not just about feeling puffy or uncomfortable; it damages critical systems in your body.
• The Game Plan: How to Reduce Inflammation: I share a systematic, root-cause approach starting with the Restore Phase.

You deserve to feel comfortable in your body and understand what's happening so you can address the root cause instead of just managing symptoms. Tune in to start your anti-inflammatory journey!

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