# 206: Metabolism, Hormones & Functional Nutrition for Women over 40 with Dani Conway

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Podcast: [The Fitnessista Podcast: Healthy In Real Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fitnessista-podcast-healthy-in-real-life-527997)
Published: 2026-05-21T10:36:00+00:00
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Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live, and today we are talking all about metabolism, hormones, and what it actually takes to feel good in your body after 40!! I'm sitting down with Dani Conway, board certified functional nutrition practitioner and founder of Nutrition the Natural Way. Dani lost 65 pounds herself after years of yo-yo dieting and gut and hormone struggles, and she has since spent her career helping thousands of women do the same. Her approach is rooted in testing, not guessing, and she has years of experience transforming thousands of women's lives. I think you're going to love her. If you've ever felt like you're doing all the "right" things but still feel stuck, exhausted, or like your metabolism just isn't cooperating the way it used to, then check out what we chat about: Why low calorie and low fat dieting can actually damage your metabolism long term and what to do instead The role of protein and healthy fats in hormone production and sustainable weight loss Why nutrition is the foundation everything else builds on, including gut health and hormone balance How Dani approaches macros with her clients, from lower carb all the way to carnivore, and why there is no one-size-fits-all Functional lab testing and why "testing not guessing" changes everything The connection between gut health, hormones, and stubborn weight that won't budge Her take on peptides, which ones she uses with clients, why she always starts with minimum effective dose, and what to watch out for on social media Her thoughts on GLP-1s and why they are never her first recommendation How to know when your body is actually ready for more advanced interventions And so much more!! It was so so great getting to talk with Dani and I hope you love this episode! If you've ever f…

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