In this episode, we dive into the gut-immune connection and why understanding the relationship between your gut, immune system, hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition and environment can completely change the way you approach your health.

Personally, I reached a point in my late 30s where my body seemed to start reacting to almost everything. From severe bloating, skin reactions, inflammation, food sensitivities and significant weight gain, I learned FAST that simply eliminating foods wasn't addressing what was happening underneath the hood - at all.

The bigger question for me became: "WHY is the body reacting this way?"

This episode explores the idea of looking at the body as an interconnected ecosystem and addressing the underlying “terrain.” You'll learn why gut health and immune function are so closely connected, what can contribute to gut dysfunction and why stress, blood sugar, sleep, lifestyle, environmental exposure, HISTORY and midlife hormonal changes can all be part of the bigger picture.

Most importantly, this episode offers a different perspective for women who feel like their bodies have suddenly become unpredictable. Remember - the goal isn't to simply manage symptoms. It's to understand the “why,” support the body's ecosystem and build greater resilience from the inside out.

If you've been cutting out more and more foods and dealing with all kinds of random "allergies" or environmental triggers, but still don't understand why your body is reacting, this conversation is for you!

Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey!

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You've cleaned up your diet.

You're exercising more.

You're eating less than ever.

Yet the scale won't move.

If you've ever wondered why your metabolism seems "broken", why your cravings feel uncontrollable or why midlife/menopause seems to make everything harder - this conversation will completely change how you think about your health!In this episode, Erin sits down with Dr. Cody Golman, Chiropractor and Creator of the Fast 40 System, to unpack why traditional dieting backfires - especially for women over 35.

Instead of chasing thinner bodies through restriction, Dr. Cody explains why women need to focus on metabolic flexibility, hormone health, proper nourishment, quality sleep and learning to work with their bodies instead of against them.

You'll also discover why burning fat and burning sugar are two completely different metabolic states and how one simple shift can dramatically change your energy, cravings, sleep, mood, and more!

Whether you're in your late 30s or navigating perimenopause/menopause, this episode offers a refreshing perspective that challenges decades of diet culture narratives.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why losing weight becomes harder after age 35

• The difference between sugar burning vs. fat burning

• The hidden reason cravings feel impossible to control

• Why chronic dieting damages metabolism

• How poor sleep affects all 50+ hormones in your body

• Why eating less causes your body to store more fat

• The surprising reason salads aren't always the answer

• Common mistakes women make when trying to lose weight

• Why women should stop following nutrition advice designed for men

Connect more with Dr. Cody here:

Website: www.fast40weightloss.com

Watch the full episode on YOUTUBE here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOVfWdj8HCY

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sharing this episode with a friend can also help us reach more incredible women on their journey to better health.

Thank you for being a part of our community and investing in your wellness journey!

🔗 Connect more with Erin here:

📸 Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredinhealth

💼 Coaching Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinktrier

📅 Book a Free Coaching Call: https://www.erintrier.com/coaching

🌐 Website: https://www.erintrier.com

🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Podcast Platform

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HVkUSv6V5fKcQz8JiBnUh?si=74e3a64c78e64925

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowered-in-health/id1598678571

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