Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Louise Digby. In this engaging conversation, Sandee Sgarlata and Louise Digby discuss the challenges women face during midlife, particularly around weight loss and hormonal changes. Louise, a registered nutritional therapist, shares insights on the importance of understanding caloric burn, the role of mitochondria in energy production, and the necessity of a balanced diet rich in nutrients. They also explore non-food factors affecting metabolism, the misconceptions surrounding moderation in diet, and the significance of building muscle for longevity. The discussion emphasizes a holistic approach to health and wellness for women navigating this transitional phase of life.

Key Takeaways:

• Women in their 40s and 50s often struggle with weight despite efforts.
• Caloric burn estimates from apps can be misleading.
• Mitochondria play a crucial role in energy production.
• Building muscle is essential for overall health and longevity.
• Sleep and stress significantly impact metabolism and weight loss.
• Environmental toxins can disrupt hormonal balance.
• A balanced diet should focus on nutrient density, not just calorie counting.
• Moderation in diet varies for each individual and should be defined personally.
• Tracking food intake can be inaccurate and lead to misconceptions.
• Small, gradual changes are more sustainable than drastic overhauls.

Guest Bio:

Louise Digby is a registered nutritional therapist, women’s weight loss expert and founder of The Nourish Method to Lasting Fat Loss. Her clients come to her after struggling to lose weight despite eating well and working hard to burn the fat. Louise transforms her client’s health and well-being by identifying and addressing each individual’s unique needs and imbalances, so that they can lose weight, optimize their health and rediscover their sparkle, without restrictive dieting or the need for superhuman willpower.

Connect with Louise: 

Website: www.louisedigbynutrition.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisedigbynutrition/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouiseDigbyNutrition/

Connect with Sandee: 

Website: www.sandeesgarlata.com

Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata

Twitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata

Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata