How to fast as a woman, the different types of fasts, and fasting during menopause. How to use the Ketogenic diet appropriately for women and its impact on the microbiome. We discuss the importance of metabolic flexibility, the importance of progesterone, how stress affects insulin, and how health interventions start with eliminating interference and focusing on foundational changes. Betty Hormones Sign-up: https://hellobetty.club/betty-hormones/ Thank you to our sponsors: Athletic Greens - athleticgreens.com/stephanieOrion Red Light Therapy - Use promo code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off - https://www.orionrlt.ca/?ref=StephanieLumen - Use promo code DRSTEPHANIE25 for $25 Dollars off - https://www.lumen.me/LMNT Electrolytes - FREE 7 flavour sample pack at http://drinklmnt.com/DrEstimaSome of the links above are affiliate links. Making a purchase through these links won’t cost you anything (and in many cases give you a discount), but we will receive a small commission. This is an easy, free way of supporting the podcast. Thank you! Social: https://www.instagram.com/dr.stephanie.estimahttps://www.facebook.com/groups/betterwithdrstephanie Membership Site:https://hellobetty.club/  Episode Overview: 4:17 Introduction10:23 Mindy’s Origin Story20:22 Perimenopause & Menopause31:20 Stress and Insulin35:11 Progesterone38:34 Ketogenic Diet For Women42:15 Metabolic Flexibility45:58 Microbiome And Keto52:56 Different Types Of Fasting56:33 Fasting For Women1:04:21 Fasting In Menopause1:09:11 Focusing On Foundational Changes1:17:00 Conclusion Connect with Dr. Pelz: Mindy’s Youtube Channel Resetter Collaborative  Reset Academy   More information about the book at The Betty Body Book Join the Betty Booty ChallengeJoin the Hello Betty Community here!