Making Sense of Hormones, Nutrition & Behavior in Midlife | Dr. Joey Munoz

Navigating Menopause, Cortisol, and Better Health with Dr. JoeyIn this episode, Kendra sits down with Dr. Joey to cut through the noise around menopause, hormones, cortisol, and nutrition. They unpack what actually matters for body composition and health, why so many popular claims are oversimplified, and how to focus on sustainable habits that work in real life.

Key topicsHow estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormones affect body compositionWhy cortisol is often misunderstood and does not directly cause fat gainThe difference between acute stress and chronic stressWhy energy balance still matters, even during menopauseHow to think about caffeine, sleep, and training timingFood quality, whole foods, and why “organic” is not the same as “healthy”Myths around seed oils, artificial sweeteners, and “cortisol belly”Why behavior change matters more than chasing perfect rulesPractical strategies for night snacking, cravings, and consistencyThe role of genetics, environment, and personal agency in weight lossWhy women in midlife don’t need a “female-specific” dietThe value of focusing on principles instead of trends

Guest takeaway

Dr. Joey’s core message is simple: you can’t control everything, but you can control a lot. The best results come from focusing on the basics, staying consistent, and using strategies that fit your actual life.

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Topic focus: evidence-based nutrition, hormones, and behavior change