Metabolism, Appetite and Weight Gain. What people get wrong.

<p>Have you ever been told that your metabolism is broken, damaged, or slowing down with age?</p><p>Social media often blames metabolism for everything from weight gain to low energy, but the reality is usually much more complicated. In this episode, I cover the difference between metabolism and appetite, why the two are often confused, and why that distinction matters if you’re trying to lose weight or improve your health.</p><p>Topics covered include:</p><ul><li>What metabolism actually is</li><li>Why metabolism is often more stable than people think</li><li>The research on metabolism and ageing</li><li>Why appetite changes far more dramatically than metabolism</li><li>The impact of sleep, stress, hormones and environment on hunger</li><li>Menopause, weight gain and common misconceptions</li><li>Why some medications can lead to weight gain</li><li>The role of protein, fibre and lifestyle habits in appetite regulation</li><li>Why “fixing your metabolism” is usually the wrong goal</li></ul><p>If you’ve ever worried that you’ve damaged your metabolism or that age has made weight loss impossible, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on.</p><p>As always, this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as personal medical advice. If you have concerns about your own health, please speak to your healthcare professional.</p>