131: The Fiber Factor: Why Your Gut, Energy, and Weight Depend on It in Midlife

If you’ve been eating “pretty healthy” but still feel bloated, backed up, tired by mid-afternoon, or stuck with stubborn weight…This episode is for you.And before you tune out thinking “I already know about fiber” - stay with me.Because most women in midlife:are eating far less fiber than they thinkwere taught to fear carbs instead of understand themand don’t realize how much estrogen shifts digestion, blood sugar, and appetite regulationHere’s the surprising part:👉 Most midlife digestion issues are not a sign you need to eat less👉 They’re a sign you probably need to add more of the right thingsIn this episode, I talk about:What fiber actually isWhy fiber becomes non-negotiable in perimenopause and menopauseHow low fiber shows up in your bodyHow to incorporate more fiber every day - without a complete overhaulThis isn’t about eating perfectly. It’s about eating in a way that supports the body you have now.And if this episode has you thinking, “Okay… I need help figuring out what this actually looks like in real life” ...That’s exactly why I created the 21-Day Fuel Your Midlife Body Challenge, starting this coming Monday, February 9th.Inside the challenge, we slow this all the way down and focus on:adding fiber without bloating or overwhelmbuilding meals that keep you full and energizedstopping the constant guessing around hungerand creating eating habits you actually trustOne habit at a time. No restriction. No perfection.Keep moving forward,Debbie 💜P.S. Join the 21-Day Fuel Your Midlife Body Challenge - it starts Monday, February 9th!P.P.S. Curious about working with me? Book a time to talk, it's always free: https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultationIf you'd like to find out more about me and what I do, visit me at www.debbieharbeccoaching.com ,Email me at [email protected],Find me on Instragram @debbieharbec, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/debbie.harbec.coach