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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 54 MIN

Metabolism Is Not Broken: Reclaiming Midlife Vitality with Carla Wainwright

from Reproductive Rebel · host Adrienne Irizarry, HWH

If you’ve been told that midlife weight gain, low energy, blood sugar swings, or stubborn inflammation are simply “part of getting older,” this episode is your rebellion.In this conversation, I’m joined by Carla Wainwright, metabolic health educator and embodiment guide, to dismantle one of the most damaging myths in women’s health: that your metabolism inevitably breaks in midlife.Together, we explore how metabolic health is deeply influenced by hormones, nervous system regulation, stress physiology, and pleasure—not willpower, restriction, or punishment.This episode invites you to step out of the war with your body and into a relationship rooted in trust, rhythm, and repair.In this episode, we cover:🔥 Why metabolism doesn’t “slow down” — it adapts🌿 The hidden role of chronic stress, cortisol, and undernourishment in midlife metabolic changes🌀 How perimenopause and menopause ask us to shift how we care for our bodies💫 Why safety, pleasure, and regulation are foundational to metabolic resilience🌕 Practical ways to support blood sugar, energy, and vitality without dietingYour body is not failing you.It’s asking to be met differently.Moon Essence®: Holistic solutions for a symptom free life.Join The Rebel Frequency Inner Circle to unlock bonus episodes and content from the Reproductive Rebel herself*Our FREE Facebook community, Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Woman!Book with Moon Essence®Instagram, Facebook and Twitter: @moonessenceme“Hard Lotion” is a lotion “bar", solid at room temperature, made with 3 ingredients (shea butter, coconut oil & beeswax). Designed to heal & protect hands & feet from cracked & extremely dry skin. Use code "RR" now for 20% offLeave a Review! Help others find this helpful information.

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If you’ve been told that midlife weight gain, low energy, blood sugar swings, or stubborn inflammation are simply “part of getting older,” this episode is your rebellion. In this conversation, I’m joined by Carla Wainwright, metabolic health educator and embodiment guide, to dismantle one of the most damaging myths in women’s health: that your metabolism inevitably breaks in midlife. Together, we explore how metabolic health is deeply influenced by hormones, nervous system regulation, stress ...

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