90. Weight Gain and Fatigue After 40: A Functional Medicine Approach

Welcome to Episode 90 of the Emotional Eats Podcast! In this episode, host Kim sits down with Dr. Katie DiNello, a compassionate and experienced functional medicine doctor who specializes in helping women navigate midlife health challenges. Together, they discuss everything from midlife weight loss struggles and gut health to the emotional complexities of overeating and the importance of joyful, sustainable health practices. Dr. Katie brings her personal healing journey and expertise to the conversation, providing practical, empowering advice for women seeking to thrive in midlife and beyond. Topics We Cover in Episode 90: Gut Health and Root Causes. Midlife Challenges like perimenopause and menopause Rethinking Weight Loss to not rely on the scale Overeating and Emotional Eating Intermittent Fasting Exercise in midlife Thoughts on The Role of Protein More About Dr. Katie DiNello: Katie's path to naturopathic and functional medicine began with her undergraduate studies in nutritional science at the University of Connecticut. Her personal healing journey, sparked by her own gut health challenges, redirected her career from conventional medical school to naturopathic medicine. Katie attended Bastyr University in Washington, where she pursued her naturopathic doctorate, falling in love with the school's values and curriculum. She further honed her skills by completing a residency at Vida Integrated Health and the Institute for Functional Medicine. Today, Dr. Katie combines her scientific expertise and personal empathy to empower women on their unique health journeys. Connect with Katie DiNello: https://www.instagram.com/katie.dinello/ https://www.wholehealthllc.com/providers/dr-katie-dinello/   If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe/follow and give us a 5 star rating and review and tag us on social media. I would be so grateful.   Note:  The information in this podcast is not to replace working with your doctor, other medical practitioner or mental health practitioner.  This podcast is to provide conversation, information and entertainment.       Hey Cool Girl, Welcome to the Collective for Midlife Reset and Support! Join Here:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Join us for a  space to connect, learn, and grow with other amazing women over 40 who are navigating midlife — everything from hormones, menopause weight gain, post menopause and emotional eating to holistic healing, calming the nervous system, and rediscovering who you are in this season of life Connect With Kim: Emotional Eats Podcast: Emotional Eats Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotional-eats-podcast-end-emotional-eating-weight/id1686639038 Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimemotionaleats YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife   Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep. Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes   ParaFy Parasite Cleansing Kit https://rogershood.com/ref/1961/ Code: KIMH