It's Not JUST Menopause | Metabolism, Weight Loss & Hormone Solutions for Women in Midlife

Cindi Stickle | Functional Nutritionist & Certified Menopause Specialist

It's Not JUST Menopause is a no-BS podcast for midlife women who are dealing with perimenopause & menopause weight gain, hormone chaos, and metabolism struggles, and want real solutions, not another restrictive diet or magic pill. Hosted by Cindi Stickle, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Menopause Specialist, this show offers practical, science-backed guidance for women who are ready to understand what's actually happening in their bodies and fix it. This podcast delivers clear, straightforward conversations around menopause symptoms, nervous system regulation and dysregulation, metabolism changes, hormone balance, stress management, and what it really takes to feel like yourself again during perimenopause and menopause. This show provides women in midlife with tools, strategies, and perspective to move beyond quick fixes and toward real metabolic healing, addressing the root causes of weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, and hormonal imbalance. We'll answer questions like: * Why am I gaining weight during perimenopause even though nothing has changed? * How does menopause affect metabolism? * What should I eat during perimenopause to lose weight and feel better? * Why am I so tired and foggy in perimenopause? * How does stress make perimenopause symptoms worse? * What's the difference between perimenopause and menopause? * What are the most common menopause symptoms, and why are they different for everyone? * Why do menopause symptoms feel worse at night or in the morning? * Can perimenopause affect your nervous system? If you want to learn how to navigate menopause in a way that actually works for your body and leads to sustainable energy, confidence, and health, you're in the right place. Follow me on Instagram - http://instagram.com/cindisticklenutrition Read the blog - https://cindistickle.com/blog

  1. Ep. 131 | Perimenopause Brain Fog: Why You're Losing Words Mid-Sentence (And It's Not Dementia)

    2D AGO

    Ep. 131 | Perimenopause Brain Fog: Why You're Losing Words Mid-Sentence (And It's Not Dementia)

    If you're over 40 and you've started losing words mid-sentence, walking into rooms and forgetting why, or feeling like your brain just isn't working the way it used to — this episode is for you. I break down why perimenopause brain fog isn't a memory problem or an early sign of dementia, how chronic stress puts your brain in triage mode, and why nothing clears until you address what's actually driving it. You'll learn what's really happening in your body and why regulation — not more supplements or trying harder — is the missing piece. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are scared something is seriously wrong with their brain and want real answers. 00:00 Podcast Welcome 01:10 Brain Fog Explained 02:19 Why It Feels Scary 02:33 Quick Quiz Break 03:22 Not Dementia 04:08 Cortisol Stress Loop 05:02 Nervous System Reset 06:10 Regulation First Results 06:55 Group Program Invite 07:54 Final Takeaways 08:33 Outro and Next Steps Check out the show notes and full resources at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-131-perimenopause-brain-fog-why-youre-losing-words-mid-sentence-and-its-not-dementia Connect with Cindi Join the Menopause Reimagined Collective — https://cindistickle.com/the-menopause-reimagined-collective What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Menopause Hormone Clarity Call — https://calendly.com/cindistickle/menopause-hormone-clarity-call Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

    9 min
  2. Ep. 130 | GLP-1 and Menopause: 8 Weeks In, What's Actually Working and Why I'm Advocating for This Tool

    MAR 2

    Ep. 130 | GLP-1 and Menopause: 8 Weeks In, What's Actually Working and Why I'm Advocating for This Tool

    _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Nine weeks in on my GLP-1 journey and I have real data to share. 10.8 pounds lost, zero side effects, blood glucose continuing to drop — and I'm still on the lowest dose intentionally. Here's what's actually working, what most women aren't being told before they start, and why I'm not just using this tool — I'm advocating for it. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> In this episode, I share my honest 8-week update including what microdosing really means, why the dose most doctors push toward may work against you in menopause, why blood glucose matters more than most women realize, and why using medical support strategically isn't cheating — it's informed. _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who are curious about GLP-1s but want real information without the shame or the hype. 00:00 Podcast Mission 01:10 GLP One Journey Update 02:31 Week Eight Results 03:54 Microdosing Explained 05:15 Quick Quiz Break 06:04 Muscle Loss Concerns 08:03 Blood Sugar Benefits 09:45 Tool Not a Fix 11:15 Doctor Gaps and Stigma 15:04 Resources and Wrap Up 17:16 Final Outro _*]:min-w-0 gap-3"> Mentioned in this episode: Perimenopause & Menopause Peptide Guide → https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/menopausepeptideguide Join the Menopause Reimagined Collective (MRC) - starts March 10th → https://cindistickle.com/the-menopause-reimagined-collective For full show notes and other resources mentioned in this episode, visit https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-130-glp-1-and-menopause-8-weeks-in-whats-actually-working-and-why-im-advocating-for-this-tool Connect with Cindi: What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz - https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Menopause Hormone Clarity Call - https://calendly.com/cindistickle/menopause-hormone-clarity-call Come hang out in my Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

    18 min
  3. Ep. 129 | Menopause Weight Gain: I Did Everything Right and Only Lost 7 Pounds (Here's What I Was Missing)

    FEB 23

    Ep. 129 | Menopause Weight Gain: I Did Everything Right and Only Lost 7 Pounds (Here's What I Was Missing)

    Doing everything "right" but your body won't budge? I spent 10 months strength training, tracking macros, and using BHRT — and lost only 7 pounds. Here's what I was missing (and what I wish I'd done 15 years earlier in perimenopause). In this episode, I share my personal story of struggling with weight loss in postmenopause despite having all the certifications and doing everything by the book. I break down why nervous system regulation is the missing piece most women skip, what hidden stressors keep your body stuck, and why starting in perimenopause (not waiting until menopause) makes all the difference. Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who feel like they're doing everything right but still aren't seeing results. 00:00 Welcome to It's Not Just Menopause (Show Mission + What You'll Learn) 01:10 Cindi's 57th Birthday Mirror Moment: "Why Isn't This Working?" 03:11 10 Months of "Doing Everything Right" (Macros, Lifting, HRT) — Still Stuck 05:14 Quick Break: Free Quiz to Find What's Driving Your Symptoms 06:03 The Missing Piece Clicks: Stress, Cortisol & a Nervous System in Overdrive 08:12 What Changed Everything: Protein Before Coffee + Nervous System Calming + Training Less 10:10 Adding a GLP-1 Peptide: Metabolic Syndrome, CGM Data & Early Results 12:36 The Lesson That Stings: What I Wish I'd Done in Perimenopause 14:42 Perimenopause Action Plan: Strength, Protein, Sleep, Blood Sugar & Stop Ignoring Symptoms 16:54 Why I'm Sharing This: Don't Wait Until You're Desperate 18:43 Next Steps: Workshop Waitlist + Menopause Reimagined Collective Invite 20:11 Final Takeaway & Outro: Your Body Isn't Broken Mentioned in this episode: Join the Menopause Reimagined Collective (MRC) - starts March 10th → https://cindistickle.com/the-menopause-reimagined-collective For full show notes and other resources mentioned in this episode, visit https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-129-menopause-weight-gain-i-did-everything-right-and-only-lost-7-pounds-heres-what-i-was-missing Connect with Cindi: What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz - https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Menopause Hormone Clarity Call - https://calendly.com/cindistickle/menopause-hormone-clarity-call Come hang out in my Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

    21 min
  4. Ep. 128 | Why Your Perimenopause Symptoms Feel Random (But Actually Aren't)

    FEB 16

    Ep. 128 | Why Your Perimenopause Symptoms Feel Random (But Actually Aren't)

    Exhausted one day, wired the next. Brain fog one morning, perfectly clear the next. Snapping at everyone, then fine. If your perimenopause symptoms feel completely random and unpredictable, this episode will change how you see what's happening in your body. I'm breaking down the hidden pattern behind symptoms that feel chaotic — and answering "can menopause cause nervous system dysregulation?" that most doctors never mention. You'll learn why exhaustion, mood swings, brain fog, and weight gain aren't separate problems, what your body is actually doing when it's stuck in survival mode, and why hormone balance and metabolism after 40 won't improve until you address the real driver. Perfect for women over 40 in perimenopause who are tired of feeling like their body is working against them. Mentioned in This Episode: Free Workshop: It's Not Just Hormones™! Why Nothing's Working in Perimenopause      February 17th (yes there is a replay) Register at: https://cindistickle.com/its-not-just-hormones-workshop 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:10 Common Perimenopause Symptoms 02:04 Understanding the Root Cause 05:08 The Role of the Nervous System 10:25 Why Doctors Miss the Signs 16:11 Steps to Regulate Your Nervous System 23:16 Invitation to the Free Workshop 24:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Check out the show notes and full resources at: https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-128-why-your-perimenopause-symptoms-feel-random-but-actually-arent   Connect with Cindi: What's Really Behind Your Menopause Symptoms? Quiz — https://cindistickle.com/quiz Book a Menopause Hormone Clarity Call — https://calendly.com/cindistickle/menopause-hormone-clarity-call Come hang out in my Facebook Group — https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause

    26 min

About

It's Not JUST Menopause is a no-BS podcast for midlife women who are dealing with perimenopause & menopause weight gain, hormone chaos, and metabolism struggles, and want real solutions, not another restrictive diet or magic pill. Hosted by Cindi Stickle, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Certified Menopause Specialist, this show offers practical, science-backed guidance for women who are ready to understand what's actually happening in their bodies and fix it. This podcast delivers clear, straightforward conversations around menopause symptoms, nervous system regulation and dysregulation, metabolism changes, hormone balance, stress management, and what it really takes to feel like yourself again during perimenopause and menopause. This show provides women in midlife with tools, strategies, and perspective to move beyond quick fixes and toward real metabolic healing, addressing the root causes of weight gain, fatigue, brain fog, and hormonal imbalance. We'll answer questions like: * Why am I gaining weight during perimenopause even though nothing has changed? * How does menopause affect metabolism? * What should I eat during perimenopause to lose weight and feel better? * Why am I so tired and foggy in perimenopause? * How does stress make perimenopause symptoms worse? * What's the difference between perimenopause and menopause? * What are the most common menopause symptoms, and why are they different for everyone? * Why do menopause symptoms feel worse at night or in the morning? * Can perimenopause affect your nervous system? If you want to learn how to navigate menopause in a way that actually works for your body and leads to sustainable energy, confidence, and health, you're in the right place. Follow me on Instagram - http://instagram.com/cindisticklenutrition Read the blog - https://cindistickle.com/blog