185 How To Beat Fatigue: Heal Your Gut Microbiome

Show Notes

In today’s episode, registered dietitian Dawn Palacios joins us to discuss practical ways to tackle midlife fatigue and regain lasting energy. Dawn shares her journey through burnout and how it transformed her approach to wellness. 

She shares her favorite strategies for boosting energy, starting with the basics: staying hydrated, swapping processed foods for nutrient-rich whole foods, and keeping your gut healthy.

Dawn explains how small dietary changes—like adding more fiber and avoiding inflammatory foods—can make a big difference in how energized you feel each day. She also discusses why it’s essential to listen to your body’s needs and shares her “test, don’t guess” approach to identifying what’s really going on beneath the surface. 

If you’re looking to break free from the cycle of midlife fatigue, this episode is packed with relatable insights and easy-to-implement tips.

Timestamps: 

00:00:57 How Dawn Advocated for Herself

00:02:47 What Nutrition Does for Menopause 

00:04:12 How to Beat Fatigue with Dietary Changes

00:06:03 The Importance of Gut Health

00:12:54 Common Nutrient Deficiencies 

00:19:37 Mindset & Self-Care in Midlife

About The Guest

Find out more about Dawn by visiting Hello Hot Flash.

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