Episode 31: Diabetes and Women's Health: Supporting Young Women and Navigating Perimenopause with Dr. Sophia Miranda

In this episode of Destroying Diabetes, host Keith Hersey sits down with Dr. Sophia Miranda, a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and founder of She'sEmpowered Coaching & Consulting Services, to explore the intersection of diabetes, women's health, and behavioral change.   Dr. Miranda shares how metabolic health challenges uniquely affect young women and women navigating perimenopause, a stage of life where hormonal shifts, stress, and lifestyle changes can significantly impact blood sugar regulation and long-term health outcomes. Together, Keith and Dr. Miranda discuss how many women are left without clear guidance during these transitions and why compassionate, culturally responsive health education is essential.   The conversation also highlights the role of health coaching and behavior change in helping individuals manage chronic illness, reduce stress, and build sustainable lifestyle habits. Dr. Miranda explains how confidence, mindset, and emotional well-being influence health decisions and how empowering women with the right tools can lead to lasting transformation.   Listeners will gain practical insights on prevention, self-advocacy, and creating sustainable strategies to support metabolic health across different stages of life.   This episode is especially valuable for women, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in diabetes prevention, stress management, and whole-person wellness.   In This Episode We Discuss   Why diabetes risk can increase for young women and women in perimenopause   The role hormones, stress, and lifestyle play in metabolic health   Why many women feel overlooked in traditional healthcare conversations   How health coaching supports sustainable behavior change   Strategies for building confidence, reducing stress, and protecting long-term health   About Our Guest   Dr. Sophia Miranda is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and the founder of She'sEmpowered Coaching & Consulting Services LLC, a North Carolina HUB Certified Minority-Owned Business and North Carolina Small Business Enterprise. She specializes in helping individuals navigate chronic illness, burnout, stress, and life transitions through evidence-based coaching and personalized wellness strategies.   With a background in healthcare, behavioral health, and leadership, Dr. Miranda empowers professionals—especially women and emerging leaders—to build confidence, reduce emotional fatigue, and create sustainable lifestyle change. In addition to private coaching, she leads wellness retreats and facilitates workshops on mindfulness, stress management, and behavior change to support long-term health and personal transformation.