The Elise Tzurkov Podcast

Insulin resistance doesn't happen overnight—but it canquietly lead to weight gain, constant cravings, low energy, and eventually prediabetes. In this episode, I explain what insulin resistance really is, why it's so common, and the simple, science-backed habits that can help reverse it. Learn how food, muscle, and meal timing affect your blood sugar so you can take control of your health before it's too late. Could insulin resistance be the hidden reason you've been struggling all along?

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Could your husband be sabotaging your weight loss—or are yougiving away your power? In this no-BS episode, I unpack the hidden ways relationships, habits, and self-sabotage can keep women stuck in perimenopause and menopause. You'll learn why body recomposition has less to do with the scale and more to do with consistency, boundaries, and taking ownership of your health. If you're ready to stop making excuses and start creating lasting results, this episode is for you. Is your partner supporting your goals—or standing in the way?

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Are GLP-1s cheating—or are they one of the biggestbreakthroughs for women in perimenopause and menopause? In this episode, I break down when GLP-1s can be a powerful tool to reduce insulin resistance, quiet food noise, and support lasting weight loss—and when they become a shortcut that keeps you stuck. Learn who they're really for, how to use themalongside healthy habits, and why the answer isn't black and white. So… are GLP-1s helping you heal, or helping you avoid the real work?

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Perimenopause and menopause can leave you feeling anxious,overwhelmed, and constantly stuck in survival mode. In this episode, I explain what the vagus nerve is, why it's essential for gut health, stress resilience, and your ability to cope with life's challenges, and I share 5 simple, science-backed ways to activate it and regulate your nervous system. From breathwork and humming to cold exposure and movement, these practicaltools can help you feel calmer, sleep better, and regain control of your body. Could your vagus nerve be the missing link to feeling like yourself again?

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The biggest mistake women in perimenopause and menopause make? Obsessing over weight instead of body composition. The scale can't tell you if you're losing fat or muscle—but your clothes, strength, and confidence absolutely can.  In this episode, discover why the scale lies, what to measure instead, and how to build the consistency, confidence, and boundaries needed to transform your body. If you're only chasing weight loss in perimenopause and menopause, you're aiming too low. Listen up as I explain the difference between weight loss and body recomposition. 
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