# 730: The Metabolic Shift After 40: What’s Really Driving Weight, Energy & Mood Changes

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Podcast: [Energized with Dr. Mariza](https://stenobird.com/podcast/energized-with-dr-mariza-757830)
Published: 2026-03-19T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Midlife is the time to measure, understand your body, and take proactive steps to support your future self. In this episode, I’m diving into the massive metabolic shift that happens during perimenopause—and why this stage of life is the perfect time to build true metabolic resilience. We explore how metabolism doesn’t respond to punishment or extremes, but instead thrives on consistent biological rhythms and supportive daily signals. Even small, simple habits can create powerful changes when practiced consistently. Because over time, these small shifts can stabilize energy, reduce inflammation, and help eliminate those frustrating crashes. If you’re ready to feel deeply supported in midlife, this episode will give you the roadmap to start today! IN THIS EPISODE One of the MOST important upgrades of your life Preventing chronic disease and protecting your heart and brain health Defining your own habits that bring you energy and clarity Navigating hormone shifts and other physiological changes happening in midlife Building life-changing habits that you can be consistent with What to expect from my new FREE jumpstart program! QUOTES “I am more committed than ever to protecting my metabolic and brain health. Even on the hard days, because at the center of everything, your energy, your mood, your weight, your resilience, is your cellular energy, your cellular capacity is what’s determining the symptoms.” “I believe a big part of our midlife journey is building daily habits that protect our cellular energy.” “Perimenopause is the most rapid intervention window for body composition change. A 2020 study showed the greatest decline in lean muscle mass occurs during perimenopause.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Kickstart your Energy in my FREE 7-day Jumpstart Program HERE! https://go.drma…

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