Making Sense of Hormones, Nutrition & Behavior in Midlife | Dr. Joey Munoz

Navigating Menopause, Cortisol, and Better Health with Dr. Joey In this episode, Kendra sits down with Dr. Joey to cut through the noise around menopause, hormones, cortisol, and nutrition. They unpack what actually matters for body composition and health, why so many popular claims are oversimplified, and how to focus on sustainable habits that work in real life. Key topics How estrogen, testosterone, and thyroid hormones affect body composition Why cortisol is often misunderstood and does not directly cause fat gain The difference between acute stress and chronic stress Why energy balance still matters, even during menopause How to think about caffeine, sleep, and training timing Food quality, whole foods, and why “organic” is not the same as “healthy” Myths around seed oils, artificial sweeteners, and “cortisol belly” Why behavior change matters more than chasing perfect rules Practical strategies for night snacking, cravings, and consistency The role of genetics, environment, and personal agency in weight loss Why women in midlife don’t need a “female-specific” diet The value of focusing on principles instead of trends Guest takeaway Dr. Joey’s core message is simple: you can’t control everything, but you can control a lot. The best results come from focusing on the basics, staying consistent, and using strategies that fit your actual life. Connect with Dr. Joey https://strongstandard.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.joeymunoz/?hl=en Topic focus: evidence-based nutrition, hormones, and behavior change