The Women’s Health Hangout

In this episode, I dissect the anti-diet diatribe that’s become more prevalent on social media in the past year and delve into the science of fat loss to debunk the myth that diets don’t work.

In this episode, I explain the benefits of resistance training for women of all ages, shapes and sizes and discuss the reasons why so many women are still reluctant to try it. And how I’m trialling a new Lift Lean online program to inspire women to get lifting. Find me on Facebook ‘Kathleen Shahbaz Fitness & Nutrition’ or follow me on Insta @womenshealthhangout and @kathleenshahbazfitness.

Perimenopause is accompanied by a shape shift from a gynoid 🍐to android 🍏pattern of fat distribution (aka menopause belly). There is often (but not always) an increase in total body fat and an increase in fat mass relative to lean muscle mass, creating a flabbier appearance. So why does this happen? Are our hormones, in particular declining oestrogen levels, solely to blame? Or do our habits have an influence? Essential listening for women everywhere!

In view of world events, Vitamin D has suddenly become sexy. In this episode, I examine the importance of the sunshine Vitamin in women’s health. Why do we need it? Where do we get it? How much do we need and who’s at risk of deficiency? What is it’s relevance for specific female populations?