{"podcast":{"title":"The Ben Azadi Show","slug":"the-ben-azadi-show-743725","podcast_index_feed_id":743725,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/KETOKAMP7343763832","website_url":"http://www.benazadi.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/631d2d26-e074-11ee-a258-d728fb977b2b/image/f3668206ff316bf95b52040006e5b7d0.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"Ben Azadi","episode_count":1350,"summary":"Ben Azadi, NYT best-selling author of Metabolic Freedom, is the host of The Ben Azadi Show. We bring on the thought leaders in this space to have life-changing conversations so you can apply them and upgrade your metabolism. The topics we cover include biohacking, ketosis, carnivore, fasting strategies, mindset and metabolic health. Discover how to cut through all the noise in the health and nutrition space so you can finally get the results you want, and keep them; whether it's fat loss, more energy, better sleep, or focusing on general health and longevity. As a former obese man, Ben took his pain of being extremely unhealthy, and turned it into a purpose by transforming his health and now he is on a mission to educate 1 billion people. Ben brings you the thought leaders in the world of health, including Dr. Eric Berg, Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jason Fung, Dr. Will Cole, Mark Sisson, Dr. Ken Berry, Dr Mindy Pelz, Cynthia Thurow, Dr. Daniel Pompa, and many others. You'll discover everything you want to know about the keto diet, ketosis, paleo, fasting, intermittent fasting, block fasting, fasting mimicking diet, bulletproof fasting, dry fasting, water fasting, and everything that works…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T20:21:28.912238+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ben-azadi-show-743725"},"episode":{"title":"Your Gut Is Driving Weight Gain – The Missing Link to Fat Loss and Hormone Balance with Cynthia Thurlow | #1301","slug":"your-gut-is-driving-weight-gain-the-missing-link-to-fat-loss-and-hormone-balance-with-cynthia-thurlow-1301","published_at":"2026-04-27T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ben-azadi-show-743725/your-gut-is-driving-weight-gain-the-missing-link-to-fat-loss-and-hormone-balance-with-cynthia-thurlow-1301","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ben-azadi-show-743725","url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/KETOKAMP8486260457.mp3?updated=1777339968","audio_url":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/KETOKAMP8486260457.mp3?updated=1777339968","summary":"What if the reason belly fat won’t budge after 40… has nothing to do with willpower—and everything to do with your gut? In this powerful episode, Ben Azadi sits down with Cynthia Thurlow to unpack the real reason women struggle with weight gain, fatigue, and hormonal chaos in midlife. Drawing from her new book, The Menopause Gut, Cynthia explains why perimenopause and menopause are far more complex than just declining estrogen—and why the gut microbiome may be the missing piece most women (and doctors) overlook. They break down how stress, sleep, muscle loss, ultra-processed foods, and hidden hormonal shifts create the perfect storm for weight loss resistance. You’ll also discover why common “healthy habits” like excessive cardio, under-eating protein, or over-fasting can actually make things worse. If you’ve ever felt like your body stopped responding after 40, this episode will completely change how you approach fat loss, hormones, and long-term health. 🔑 Key Topics Covered Why belly fat after 40 is not about calories but hormones and metabolism The connection between gut health and every major system in the body How declining estrogen impacts insulin sensitivity and fat storage The role of cortisol and chronic stress in visceral fat gain Why poor sleep directly worsens hormones, cravings, and metabolism How ultra-processed foods hijack hunger and increase calorie intake The truth about intermittent fasting for women in midlife Why strength training beats chronic cardio for fat loss after 40 Early warning signs of metabolic dysfunction before diagnosis How gut health affects hormones, inflammation, and detoxification 🔥 Key Takeaways Your metabolism after 40 is hormone-driven, not calorie-driven Gut health is central to fat loss, energy, and aging Muscle is your metab…","meta_description":"What if the reason belly fat won’t budge after 40… has nothing to do with willpower—and everything to do with your gut? 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