The Overflow Podcast: A Women's Wellness Round Table

18. Metabolic Health for Women: Why Weight Loss Isn’t Working (And What Actually Matters)

49 min · 5. maj 2026
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In this episode of The Overflow: A Women’s Wellness Roundtable, hosts Becky Webb, Bronwyn Deiter, and Andrea Lehman dive deep into the truth about metabolic healthand why so many women feel stuck despite doing “everything right.” If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your weight, confused about your metabolism, or discouraged by the number on the scale, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s really going on beneath the surface. This episode goes beyond diet culture and breaks down the real drivers of metabolism, including stress, hormones, mineral balance, muscle mass, and emotional health. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode * Why metabolism is about more than weight or being “skinny” * How chronic stress and cortisol impact fat storage—especially belly fat * The truth about undereating, fasting, and why it can backfire for women * What insulin resistance is (in simple terms) and how it affects energy + weight * Why protein intake and muscle mass are critical for metabolic health * The role of minerals like magnesium and copper in supporting metabolism * How blood sugar balance impacts cravings, sleep, and energy * Why the scale can be misleading (and what to track instead) * The importance of circadian rhythm, sunlight, and daily movement * Why emotional health and unprocessed stress play a major role in weight and healing * Simple, realistic starting points to begin improving your metabolic health 🔑 Key Takeaways * Your body isn’t broken, it’s adapting to stress and survival signals * Fat is often stored energy + protection, not just excess weight * You can be “skinny” and still have poor metabolic health * Sustainable healing comes from daily habits, not quick fixes * True metabolic health supports energy, mood, hormones, and long-term vitality f you’ve been stuck, frustrated, or feeling like your body isn’t responding the way it used to… this episode is a reminder that there’s nothing wrong with you. Your body is responding exactly how it was designed to, it just needs the right signals. 🎙️ Listen & Connect Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. Because when your body is supported the right way… everything starts to change. Connect with us on Instagram! @beckyjwebb [http://instgram.com/beckyjwebb] @andrealahman [https://www.instagram.com/andrealahman] @cleangreenstart [https://www.instagram.com/cleangreenstart] Don’t Miss Out on our FREE Resources Manage Stress and Love Your Thyroid [https://andrealahman.com/stress-subscribe/] Nourish. Rest. Breathe. A Simple Audio Series for Moms Who Do it All [https://beckyjwebb.com/freebie] Free Hormone Masterclass [https://biz.beckyjwebb.com/hormone] Every Drop Tells A Story - Real Life Shifts to Health [https://biz.beckyjwebb.com/oils-testimonial-guide] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit overflowpodcast.substack.com [https://overflowpodcast.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

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24. What If Your Healthcare Plan Rewarded Prevention Instead of Illness?

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23. Why Fiber Works for Some People and Wrecks Others

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