Gut Microbiome Shifts in Midlife

Welcome to this week’s episode of the Midlife Minute.

This is the second episode in our three-part series, focusing on the vital role of fiber in midlife.

Stay tuned as I explore the connection between fiber, hormones, and blood sugar, clarifying how midlife tends to reframe the rules.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

• How hormonal changes in midlife can lead to shifts in body composition

• Why fiber is essential for stabilizing blood sugar and insulin levels 

• The role fiber plays in fat distribution

• How fiber helps the body handle estrogen

• Signs that can indicate you are not consuming enough fiber 

• Practical tips for increasing your fiber intake

• The importance of proper hydration

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Research Links

Relation of dietary fat and fiber to elevation of C-reactive protein

Cholesterol-lowering effects of dietary fiber: a meta-analysis

The effect of fiber on satiety and food intake: a systematic review

The emergence of the metabolic syndrome with menopause

The effect of dietary fat and fiber on serum estrogen concentrations in premenopausal women under controlled dietary conditions

From Dietary Fiber to Host Physiology: Short-Chain Fatty Acids as Key Bacterial Metabolites

The Impact of Dietary Fiber on Gut Microbiota in Host Health and Disease

Dietary fiber and body weight