The Meno Collective Podcast

Episode 1.11: The Late Eating Myth - What Science Really Says About Meal Timing in MenopauseIf you've been told eating after 7 PM will sabotage your metabolism during perimenopause, prepare to have everything you thought you knew about meal timing turned upside down.Dive into the truth about late eating and metabolic health during menopause, backed by actual research instead of wellness influencer fear-mongering. Discover how one client transformed her relationship with evening meals using the seasonal refinement approach, and learn why individual response matters more than arbitrary rules.Your ONE thing this week: Start tracking how different meal timings affect your energy, sleep quality, and how you feel the next day using the seasonal refinement approach."Instead of constantly starting over with new meal timing rules that never fit my real life, I simply refine my approach based on what the evidence shows and how my body actually responds." ~CatharineKey Moments:[00:00] Introduction and meal timing myths[01:59] The truth about research evidence[04:27] The seasonal refinement approach[07:07] Real-world implementation[09:51] Action steps and community invitationEpisode Keywords: perimenopause meal timing, late eating myths, metabolic health, seasonal refinement, evidence-based nutritionStruggling with confusing meal timing rules? Get my free guide "Reclaiming Your Vitality: 7 Proven Strategies to Beat Perimenopausal Exhaustion" at https://catharineadams.myflodesk.com/vitality - includes the Seasonal Refinement Tracker template.Ready to transform your relationship with food timing? Join The Meno Collective waitlist at www.catharineadams.com - where evidence-based guidance meets real-world results.More menopause health strategies: The Macro Mindset with Coach Catharine[Social share section and disclaimer as provided]🔍 Explore more specialized AI assistants from YourAIXpert:• [ContentStrategyXpert](https://poe.com/ContentStrategyXpert) - Optimize your podcast's reach• [SEOXpert](https://poe.com/SEOXpert) - Maximize show notes visibility• [GrammarXpert](https://poe.com/GrammarXpert) - Polish your episode descriptions

Navigate the Emotional Storms of Perimenopause: You're Not Broken, You're Adapting Transform your relationship with emotional eating and mood swings through understanding, not willpower The Perfect Storm You know the drill. It's 2 AM and you're standing in your kitchen, eating directly from the ice cream container, wondering what the hell is wrong with me? Your brain feels like it's short-circuiting. One minute you're fine, the next you're crying at a commercial about puppies. Your body feels foreign. Your clothes don't fit. And everyone keeps telling you this is "just part of getting older." Here's the truth: You're not broken. You're not crazy. You're navigating one of the most complex neurological transitions of your life. Key Moments Jennifer's Kitchen Raid Story - The 2 AM emotional eating revelation that changed everything The Neuroscience Truth - Why your brain isn't broken, just adapting to hormonal chaos The Pattern Explorer Method Introduction - Stop fighting emotions, start understanding them The 90-Second Emotion Rule - Transform overwhelming feelings into manageable moments Community Connection Breakthrough - Why isolation keeps you stuck and belonging sets you free Your ONE Action Step Start your Pattern Journal this week. Record three things daily: The situation triggering emotional eating The actual emotion you're feeling What your body truly needs in that moment Notice patterns without judgment - awareness is the first step to transformation. Quotes From This Episode To Inspire You "Your brain isn't broken - you're navigating one of the most complex neurological transitions of your life" ~Catharine "Comfort foods weren't actually comforting me - that awareness changed everything" "This isn't regression, it's adaptation" "You're not broken. You're not crazy. You're not alone." Key Takeaways Emotional volatility during perimenopause is neuroscience, not a character flaw The 90-second rule can transform your relationship with overwhelming emotions Self-compassion is more effective than self-criticism for lasting change Connection and community are crucial for transformation - you can't navigate this alone Ready to Stop Fighting Your Body and Start Understanding It? Join The Meno Collective - where confusion meets clarity and isolation becomes sisterhood. We're not here to tell you where to go, we're here to help you see clearly enough to find your own way.

If you've ever found yourself in an afternoon energy crash, staring at the vending machine and wondering what happened to your metabolism, this episode is your breakthrough moment. We're diving deep into the protein revolution that's transforming how women navigate perimenopause, starting with Mia's story (which might sound eerily familiar).Key Moments (your roadmap to transformation):• 00:00:13 - Meet Mia: The crash and burn cycle we all know too well• 00:01:18 - Why protein matters more than ever in perimenopause• 00:02:56 - The science behind protein's triple threat (metabolism, blood sugar, hormones)• 00:04:07 - Debunking the "I'll get bulky" myth• 00:05:24 - Mia's transformation timeline (week-by-week changes)• 00:06:35 - Your personal protein prescription• 00:08:08 - Movement + Protein: The perfect partnership• 00:09:59 - Your one-week protein revolution challenge• 00:10:17 - Community connections and resourcesMy Personal Note to You💙You need more protein than you think (0.8-1g per pound of body weight)Start with just ONE meal (breakfast is your power move)You're not fighting your body - you're learning to work with itThis isn't about perfection - it's about creating a new defaultYour energy matters, your strength matters, YOU matterEssential Tools I Shared:• The Protein Timing Blueprint• 25-30g Protein Breakfast Ideas• Weekly Implementation Strategy• Energy Tracking Framework• Simple Meal Building BlocksLet's Stay Connected:Share your protein revolution wins!• Instagram: @CatharineAdams• Facebook: Catharine Adams• Website: catharineadams.comComing Up Next:The Meno Collective Membership is launching on July 28th! Check out my website for more information. Get ready for three new episodes next week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) as we continue your perimenopause transformation journey. If you're thinking "Finally, someone gets it!" share this episode. Because somewhere, another woman is googling "am I normal?" at 2 AM, and your share might be exactly what she needs.You're not broken. You don't need fixing. You're navigating a massive transition, and your body deserves fuel that supports this journey, not fights against it.~Catharine

Let's talk about rage. Have you ever felt a rage so intense it scared you - like wanting to throw your phone because someone was breathing too loudly - this episode was created just for you. You're not broken, you're becoming.We're diving deep into perimenopause rage, not to tame it, but to understand its power. What if this anger isn't your enemy? What if it's your inner wisdom finally finding its voice after decades of being silenced? I'm sharing the real science behind your emotional storms (spoiler: declining estrogen affects emotional regulation), the 90-second rule that changes everything, and why your rage might be inconvenient for others, but their comfort isn't your responsibility anymore.Your ONE thing this week: Practice the 90-second rule. When rage hits, remember that an emotion only lasts 90 seconds unless you feed it. Breathe through it, move your body for 5 minutes, then ask: "What boundary is my inner warrior trying to protect?""You're not falling apart - you're becoming. That rage you feel? It's not your enemy. It's your inner warrior who's been sleeping for decades, finally waking up to say 'enough.' Welcome her. Listen to her. She has wisdom to share." ~CatharineFeeling like your emotions are out of control? Get my free guide "Reclaiming Your Vitality: 7 Proven Strategies to Beat Perimenopausal Exhaustion" at https://catharineadams.myflodesk.com/vitality - includes my Emotional Reset Protocol and why giving yourself grace is the first step to transformation.Ready to embrace your inner warrior? Join The Meno Collective waitlist at www.catharineadams.com - where rage becomes wisdom and we're done being too little for a world that can't handle our power.More mindset strategies: The Macro Mindset with Coach Catharine⚕️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This content is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.© 2025 The Meno Collective. All rights reserved.

If you've ever stood in your kitchen at 3 PM feeling like Jekyll and Hyde, wondering when you lost control of your relationship with food and energy - this one's especially for you.I'm sharing Sarah's story about afternoon chaos and my own "keto kitchen floor" moment where everything fell apart. We're diving into the real biology behind that 3 PM crash - it's not willpower, it's hormones, stress, and blood sugar creating the perfect storm. Plus my Emergency Energy Protocol: the protein + fat combinations that actually work, the 20-minute timer strategy that changes everything, and why your cravings aren't a character flaw - they're information your body is desperately trying to give you.Your ONE thing this week: Before reaching for that afternoon snack, set a 20-minute timer and ask yourself: "Am I Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired?" Then choose protein + healthy fat instead of quick carbs. This simple shift rewrites your next 3 hours."Your cravings aren't a character flaw. They're information. When you start feeding your body what it actually needs instead of what it's desperately craving, everything changes. What you eat in the next 15 minutes determines how you feel for the next 3 hours." ~CatharineTired of afternoon energy crashes? Grab my free guide "Reclaiming Your Vitality: 7 Proven Strategies to Beat Perimenopausal Exhaustion" at https://catharineadams.myflodesk.com/vitality - includes my Emergency Energy Protocol and the science behind why your body craves what it craves.Ready to stop the 3 PM spiral forever? Join The Meno Collective waitlist at www.catharineadams.com - where we turn afternoon chaos into clarity and shame into self-compassion.More energy strategies: The Macro Mindset with Coach Catharine⚕️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This content is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.© 2025 The Meno Collective. All rights reserved.