Episode Description
In this Friday deep dive recap, Vanessa Spina breaks down the biggest takeaways from her recent interview with leading body composition researcher Dr. Bill Campbell.
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The episode explores one of the most debated topics in women's health right now: menopause and weight loss resistance. Vanessa unpacks Dr. Campbell's newest research on resistance-trained peri- and postmenopausal women, including whether some women truly become less responsive to traditional calorie deficits during menopause.
Vanessa also discusses:
- Dr. Campbell's rapid fat loss study in menopausal women
- How participants lost fat while preserving lean mass
- Why body water measurements matter in body composition research
- Sleep deprivation and fat loss resistance
- GLP-1 medications, muscle loss, and weight regain
- Why exercise is critical for weight maintenance
- Protein timing and body recomposition
- Reverse dieting and post-diet strategies
- Carbohydrate vs. fat overfeeding research
- Why high protein remains essential for fat loss and muscle preservation
This episode is packed with practical insights and cutting-edge science on menopause, protein, body recomposition, and metabolic health.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not medical or nutritional advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making dietary or lifestyle changes.