The Optimal Protein Podcast
PSMF Series: How Hormones Change Fat Loss, Muscle & Metabolism After 40 with Maria Emmerich
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7 Aug 2026 · 1h 13m
Protein intakeMuscle growthNutrition basicsMetabolism & fasting
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Why does fat loss suddenly feel harder during perimenopause and menopause—even when you're still exercising and watching what you eat? In today's Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting Series episode, I'm joined once again by bestselling author and nutrition expert Maria Emmerich for a fascinating conversation about hormones, metabolism, protein, muscle and body composition in midlife. Check out the Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting Library at ketogenicgirl.com and use code VANESSA for 20% off. We disc