# S14 EP2: Perimenopause, Microdosing GLP-1s & Hormone Health with Dr. Jennifer Roelands

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Podcast: [The Thick Thighs Save Lives Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-thick-thighs-save-lives-podcast-461678)
Published: 2026-06-23T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ttsl/episodes/S14-EP2-Perimenopause--Microdosing-GLP-1s--Hormone-Health-with-Dr--Jennifer-Roelands-e3l4men
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Duration seconds: 3753

## Resource

In this episode, we sit down with OB-GYN and integrative longevity physician Dr. Jennifer Roelands to discuss what really happens during perimenopause and menopause. We dive into the hormonal shifts affecting metabolism, sleep, anxiety, muscle mass, cravings, and weight gain. Don’t miss this discussion on hormone replacement therapy, micro-dosing GLP-1 medications, inflammation, protein, fiber, resistance training, and how women can advocate for themselves during one of the most misunderstood stages of life. This conversation is packed with answers! Connect with Dr. Jennifer Roelands: http://www.drjenniferroelands.com instagram.com/drjen.md www.youtube.com/@drjenmd (00:00:57) Meet Dr. Jennifer Roelands (00:04:23) Why women gain weight during perimenopause (00:07:20) Anxiety, sleep problems, and hormonal changes explained (00:14:42) Estrogen, insulin resistance, cravings, and belly fat (00:18:15) Why muscle is your best metabolic organ (00:24:15) The biggest misconceptions about GLP-1 medications (00:31:10) Microdosing GLP-1s and their anti-inflammatory effects (00:44:09) Hormone replacement therapy + GLP-1s together (00:49:05) Protein, fiber, gut health, and nutrition priorities (00:57:14) The most important advice for women in midlife (01:01:11) Where to find Dr. Roelands Want to leave the TTSL Podcast a voicemail? We love your questions and adore hearing from you. https://www.speakpipe.com/TheThickThighsSaveLivesPodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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