Weight gain is a very common and very frustrating part of the perimenopause transition for most women. Here, I do a deep dive to connect the dots between the midlife weight gain and some fascinating ways to support our amazing bodies. You know I love to bring you the latest insights, and since we last chatted about the hormonal shifts of perimenopause, I’ve been doing some serious digging and want to share how a natural approach might just be the missing piece of the puzzle for many of you.
The perimenopausal weight gain is a real thing, driven by those fluctuating estrogen levels messing with our metabolism, appetite, and fat storage. It’s not just about those extra pounds; it’s about the increased risk for things like heart issues and type 2 diabetes, which, let’s be honest, none of us have time for!
HRT helps to keep symptoms at bay and our systems strong, and daily enjoyable activity as well as being mindful of our calorie intake (because our bodies do change as we age), helps to keep excess weight at bay. Add in the exciting potential of Calocurb®, that natural supplement from New Zealand hops that works by gently nudging our gut to release those all-important fullness signals called satiety.
But since my podcast episode with Sarah Kennedy of Calocurb and our last conversation, my inbox has been buzzing with your brilliant questions, and a lot of them touch on something I’ve been passionate about: the power of our gut-brain connection and the role of GLP-1.
You see, for years, my clinical observation has led me to suspect that many of us are walking around with a functional GLP-1 deficiency. Think of GLP-1 as one of your body’s natural superheroes for appetite control. It tells your brain you’re satisfied, slows down digestion, and helps regulate blood sugar.
Now, enter Calocurb®. What’s so fascinating is that this all-natural extract actually acts as a GLP-1 activator. It gently encourages your gut’s L-cells to get back in the game and boost your own GLP-1 production. We’re talking about potentially a 600% increase compared to your baseline in studies! This isn’t some synthetic fix; it’s about supporting your body’s innate ability to regulate appetite.
Think about the studies we talked about: that almost 20% reduction in calories consumed after taking Calocurb®, and the impressive reduction in hunger and cravings during fasting windows. And for us ladies, the data even suggests we might be more sensitive to GLP-1’s effects.
Now, some of you have asked how this relates to the buzz around pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic and Mounjaro. These medications are powerful, and they work by mimicking the effects of GLP-1. However, they’re also prescription medications with potential side effects, and importantly, research suggests that long-term use can sometimes reduce your body’s own natural GLP-1 production.
This is where I see a real potential sweet spot for Calocurb, especially for those of you in perimenopause dealing with that gradual weight creep. It offers a natural way to support your own GLP-1 production without the need for prescriptions or injections. Think of it as “GLP-1 lite” – a gentler approach to help you feel fuller sooner, manage portions, and tame those pesky cravings that can derail our best intentions, especially when hormonal fluctuations are throwing us for a loop.
And for those of you who might have used pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonists in the past, Calocurb may even help your gut’s L-cells “wake up” again (once you decide to stop taking the medication) and start producing more of your own GLP-1. It’s like giving them a little exercise routine!
Now, is Calocurb going to give you the same intense appetite suppression as a high dose of a pharmaceutical GLP-1 agonist? Absolutely not. It’s a different ballgame entirely. But for many of you looking for a natural way to regain control over your appetite during this menopausal transition, and perhaps even support your body after using stronger medications, it’s definitely worth considering.
In fact, for those of you who simply don’t want to go down the prescription route, or who are just looking for a natural way to manage those extra few pounds that seem to have appeared out of nowhere, Calocurb could be a fantastic option to try. (You can use code LOVELY10 for 10% off your first order!)
You’ve got more tools in your perimenopause and menopause toolkit than you might realize. Understanding the hormonal shifts is key, and then exploring options like mindful nutrition, and perhaps a natural GLP-1 activator like Calocurb, can make a real difference in how you feel and how your body navigates this transition.
You’ve got this! Let’s embrace this journey with knowledge and empower ourselves to feel our absolute best.
