Episode 48: The Menopause Microbiome: Unlocking Better Gut Health with Dr. Katie Takayasu

02/18/25 • 50 min

Living a Nutritious Life with Keri Glassman

In this episode of Living a Nutritious Life, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Katie Takayasu, a leading integrative medicine physician known for her tailored approach to treating digestive issues and women's health in midlife.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Gain insights into what constitutes a healthy digestive process and the importance of addressing bowel function as a "non-event."
Discover the five critical factors impacting metabolism and digestion, including food quality, timing of meals, and the nervous system.
Understand the significance of a robust microbiome in gut health, especially during hormonal fluctuations in midlife.
Learn about heart health essentials, including the interpretation of cholesterol numbers, HRV, and integrative approaches to cardiovascular wellness.

Episode Highlights:

[00:01:07] Dr. Katie describes the characteristics of a healthy digestive process, focusing on regular bowel movements.
[00:04:48] Discussion on the role of food quality, meal timing, and the microbiome in digestive health.
[00:26:39] Exploring gut health in midlife and its connection to hormonal changes during perimenopause.
[00:34:06] In-depth conversation on heart health and understanding cholesterol metrics, including the role of HRV in stress management.

Welcome to the Living a Nutritious Life podcast with Keri Glassman, MS, RDN, CDN, where we break down the latest nutrition science into smart, actionable tips to help you live your most nutritious life.

On the Living a Nutritious Life podcast, Keri and her world-renowned guests cut through the noise, sharing unparalleled, forward-thinking tips, tricks, and the latest in health, wellness, and nutrition science.

Based on Keri’s whole-person approach to healthy living, each impactful episode extends far beyond the simplistic “get more sleep” and “eat your greens” advice. She connects the dots like no one else – like how morning yoga can make it easier to choose a healthy lunch, leading to better sleep at night.

Listen as Keri and her expert guests explore the physiological and behavioral connections that explain, for example, why the common wisdom around dieting and exercising alone doesn’t work, so you can finally make the meaningful changes you’ve been looking for.

Thank you for listening in to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life. We hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please RATE, REVIEW and SHARE.

Are you ready to dive into the world of nutrition and wellness even deeper and become a certified nutrition coach? Join our amazing global community of like-minded students and alumni. Get in on the action—enroll in our Become a Nutrition Coach program at nutritiouslife.com/bnc.

Follow Dr. Katie for more insights into integrative medicine and holistic health practices.

IG: @DoctorKatie

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Heartmath Meditation: https://www.heartmath.com/
Dr. Katie's Cookbook: Plants First: A Physician's Guide to Wellness Through a Plant-Forward Diet

Connect with Keri on social:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiouslifeofficial/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriglassman/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Gain insights into what constitutes a healthy digestive process and the importance of addressing bowel function as a "non-event."
Discover the five critical factors impacting metabolism and digestion, including food quality, timing of meals, and the nervous system.
Understand the significance of a robust microbiome in gut health, especially during hormonal fluctuations in midlife.
Learn about heart health essentials, including the interpretation of cholesterol numbers, HRV, and integrative approaches to cardiovascular wellness.

Episode Highlights:

[00:01:07] Dr. Katie describes the characteristics of a healthy digestive process, focusing on regular bowel movements.
[00:04:48] Discussion on the role of food quality, meal timing, and the microbiome in digestive health.
[00:26:39] Exploring gut health in midlife and its connection to hormonal changes during perimenopause.
[00:34:06] In-depth conversation on heart health and understanding cholesterol metrics, including the role of HRV in stress management.

Thank you for listening in to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life. We hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please RATE, REVIEW and SHARE.

Follow Dr. Katie for more insights into integrative medicine and holistic health practices.

IG: @DoctorKatie

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Heartmath Meditation: https://www.heartmath.com/
Dr. Katie's Cookbook: Plants First: A Physician's Guide to Wellness Through a Plant-Forward Diet

Connect with Keri on social:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiouslifeofficial/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriglassman/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Previous Episode

Episode 47: Navigating Midlife Nutrition: Debunking Popular Myths on Protein, Seed Oils, Hormone Therapy and more!

In this episode of Living a Nutritious Life Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Natalie Jill, a licensed master sports nutritionist and fitness expert. Natalie Jill is a Midlife Expert who helps women simplify complicated health topics and redefine healthy aging. Full bio here.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Keri and Natalie discuss and debate some of the hottest nutrition topics!
Discover how much protein is truly needed in midlife to maintain muscle health and vitality.
Gain insights into the safety and potential benefits of GLP-1s for weight management and health optimization.
Understand the controversies surrounding seed oils and their impact on health.
Explore the latest thoughts on alcohol consumption and its effects on health in midlife.

Episode Highlights:

(00:00:48) Natalie Jill shares her journey and approach to midlife nutrition.
(00:06:55) A deep dive into the conversation around seed oils and health implications.
(00:20:31) The groundbreaking opportunities offered by GLP-1s and their role in metabolic health.
(00:43:08) Personal and scientific perspectives on hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

About Living a Nutritious Life Podcast:

Thank you for listening to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life. We hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please RATE, REVIEW and SHARE.

Ready to explore nutrition & wellness and become a certified nutrition coach? Join our amazing global community by enrolling in our Become a Nutrition Coach program at nutritiouslife.com/bnc.

Connect with Natalie Jill:

Instagram: @nataliejillfit

Website: nataliejillfitness.com

Download your Flat Belly Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com

Download your Age Optimizing Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com

Follow Natalie Jill for more insights on health and fitness for midlife transformations.

Links Mentioned in the Episode:

Natalie Jill Fitness: nataliejillfitness.com
Hormone Therapy Insights: wiseandwell.com
GLP Optimization: https://thebetternutritionprogram.com/glp-1-optimizer-certification/

Connect with Keri on social:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiouslifeofficial/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriglassman/

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Next Episode

Episode 49: Dr. David Spiegel on How to Use Hypnosis for Better Health and Healing

In this episode of Living a Nutritious Life, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. David Spiegel, a world-renowned hypnosis expert and psychiatrist. He is also the Co-Founder of Reveri. Full bio here.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Discover what hypnosis truly is and how it can be used as a tool for healing and health.
Learn about the role of hypnosis in managing stress, pain, and even chronic health conditions like cancer.
Understand the science behind hypnosis and how it affects brain activity.
Explore how hypnosis can be integrated into an individual's lifestyle for better nutrition and health outcomes.

Episode Highlights:

The true definition and potential of hypnosis in healing ([00:01:19]).
Dr. Spiegel explains what happens in the brain during hypnosis ([00:06:10]).
Insight into how hypnosis helps with behavior change, diet, and stress management ([00:03:26]).
Personal stories and experiences that led Dr. Spiegel to study hypnosis and its applications ([00:25:25]).

About Living a Nutritious Life Podcast:

On Living a Nutritious Life, Keri and her world-renowned guests cut through the noise, sharing unparalleled, forward-thinking tips, tricks, and the latest in health, wellness, and nutrition science.

Why is nurturing your fascia just as important as what’s being put on your plate? What foods in your pantry are silently disrupting your microbiome? How can hugging actually reduce inflammation in your body?

Thank you for listening to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life. We hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please RATE, REVIEW and SHARE.

Ready to Dive Deeper? Are you ready to dive into the world of nutrition and wellness even deeper and become a certified nutrition coach? Join our amazing global community of like-minded students and alumni. Get in on the action—enroll in our Become a Nutrition Coach program at nutritiouslife.com/bnc. Keri has a lot to teach, and we’re here to help you get started on your journey!

Connect with Dr. David Spiegel:

Visit the Reverie app for hypnosis: www.reveri.com

Follow Dr. Spiegel’s work for more insights into how hypnosis can improve your health and wellness.

Instagram: @reveri

Connect with Keri on social:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiouslifeofficial/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keriglassman/

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