Episode 16: Biohacking for Women Over 40: Blood Sugar, Sleep, Hormones, CGMs, HRV & Simple Health Optimization with Renee Belz

What if optimizing your health didn’t require extreme diets or complicated routines — but instead a few strategic habits backed by science?In this episode of Inspired Wellness, Michelle and Tabitha sit down with Renee Belz, holistic nutrition consultant and co-host of the Biohacker Babes Podcast, to explore how women can use simple biohacking strategies to improve energy, sleep, metabolic health, and hormone balance — especially in midlife.Biohacking can sound intimidating, but as Renee explains, many of the most powerful strategies are actually simple, low-cost habits rooted in ancestral health practices. Think sunlight, sleep optimization, blood sugar balance, and nervous system regulation.Whether you're navigating perimenopause, struggling with fatigue, or simply curious about optimizing your health, this episode breaks down practical tools you can start using right away.As Renee shares, biohacking is ultimately about taking ownership of your health and experimenting with what works best for your body. What You'll Learn in This Episode✔ What biohacking actually means (and why it’s not just expensive gadgets)✔ Why women in their 40s and beyond benefit especially from personalized health tracking✔ How wearables like Oura Ring, Whoop, and HRV tracking can reveal powerful insights about your health✔ The surprising connection between sleep quality and blood sugar control✔ Why a simple 10–15 minute walk after meals can dramatically improve glucose levels✔ How continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can reveal hidden metabolic issues✔ The importance of heart rate variability (HRV) and what it tells you about stress and resilience✔ Why circadian rhythm and light exposure are critical for sleep and hormone health✔ Simple biohacks to support mood, hormones, and nervous system balance✔ Why stress management becomes even more important as women move into perimenopause and menopauseSimple Biohacks Renee RecommendsSome of the most effective strategies discussed include:• Walking after meals to support blood sugar regulation • Tracking sleep and HRV to understand recovery and stress • Using wearables like Oura Ring or Whoop to identify health patterns • Getting morning sunlight to support circadian rhythm • Reducing nighttime blue light exposure • Optimizing sleep environment (dark, cool, quiet) • Paying attention to trends in health data instead of obsessing over daily metricsWhy Biohacking Matters for Women in MidlifeMany health studies historically focused on men, leaving women to figure out how lifestyle interventions affect their unique hormonal cycles.Because hormones fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle — and again during perimenopause — women often need a more personalized and adaptive approach to health optimization. Biohacking offers a framework for experimenting with different tools and habits to discover what works best for your body.About Renee BelzRenee Belz is a certified holistic nutrition consultant and co-host of the Biohacker Babes Podcast, where she and her sister explore cutting-edge health optimization strategies.Their show covers topics including:biohacking technologysleep optimizationmetabolic healthstress resiliencelongevity strategiesTogether, they’ve built a global audience passionate about using science-backed tools to improve health and performance.Listen If You’re Interested In:Biohacking for beginnersPerimenopause and hormone optimizationBlood sugar control and metabolic healthSleep improvement strategiesWearable health tech like Oura Ring and WhoopLongevity and wellness strategies for women🎧 Listen now and discover simple biohacks that can help you feel better, sleep deeper, and support your hormones in midlife.Resources & Links: Connect with Renee and the Biohacker Babes: https://www.biohackerbabes.com Listen to the Biohacker Babes Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Follow them on Instagram: @biohacker_babes  Questions or topic requests? Email Michelle to be part of the conversation!Email: [email protected] a free discovery call with Michelle: theinspiredwellnesscoach.comFollow Michelle on Instagram & Facebook: @TheInspiredWellnessCoach Check out my online supplement dispensary for 10% off quality supplement brands [email protected] Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.