Liver Health & Metabolic Profiles with Kristin Kirkpatrick & Dr. Ibrahim Hanouneh

Registered dietitian Kristen Kirkpatrick and liver disease specialist Dr. Ibrahim Hanoune unravel the complexities of the liver's functions and the alarming rise of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Learn how this condition skyrocketed from affecting 5.5% of the population in 1988 to a staggering 40% in 2022 and discover its far-reaching impacts on cardiovascular health, diabetes, and cognitive function. They dive into recognizing the early and late-stage symptoms and managing systemic inflammation through actionable dietary and lifestyle choices.This episode explores the gender-specific nuances of NAFLD, particularly how hormonal shifts post-menopause put women at an increased risk. Discover the critical role estrogen plays in protecting heart and metabolic health, and learn tailored strategies to manage weight, sleep, and blood sugar levels.Episode Overview:0:00 Intro/Teaser7:48 Rising Concerns About Childhood Liver Disease11:14 Gender Differences in NAFLD Prevalence14:33 Menopause and Cardiovascular Health17:35 Diet's Impact on Liver Health26:12 Understanding Metabolic Health Through Carbohydrates37:04 Identifying Metabolic Dysfunction for Health49:16 Liver Regeneration and Lifestyle Changes53:43 Optimizing Liver Health Through Nutrition1:03:56 Genetics, Environment, and Fatty Liver Disease1:12:23 Patient Insights on Liver HealthResources mentioned in this episode:Regenerative Health: Discover Your Metabolic Type and Renew Your Liver for Life - https://bookshop.org/p/books/regenerative-health-discover-your-metabolic-type-and-renew-your-liver-for-life/18877388Skinny Liver: A Proven Program to Prevent and Reverse the New Silent Epidemic-Fatty Liver Disease - https://bookshop.org/p/books/skinny-liver-a-proven-program-to-prevent-and-reverse-the-new-silent-epidemic-fatty-liver-disease-kristin-kirkpatrick/6464968 We are grateful to our sponsors:CAROL BIKEThis is my favourite cardio for speed drills! Five minutes and done! One of the coolest things about the CAROL Bike is that it is AI driven so it gives you custom workouts based on your very own fitness level. For a limited time, you can get $100 off a CAROL Bike. Use the code BETTER at https://carolbike.com.BON CHARGEWhether you're an athlete looking to recover from intense workouts, a muscle mommy looking for some relief from the delayed onset muscle soreness, or just looking for relief from everyday muscle tension, the new Boncharge cold and heat therapy massage gun is your new best friend. Head over to https://BonCharge.com/better and use discount code BETTER at checkout for a 15% discount.COLDTUREEmbrace the cold with Coldture, the simplest and most fun way to feel the benefit of cold water immersion from the comfort of your home without having to load up ice in the bathtub. Head on over to https://coldture.com/drstephanie. And you are going to get $600 off plus 0% financing for 12 months on your Coldture cold plunge tub. ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.