In this episode of Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, I sit down with Natalie Jill, a renowned fitness expert and advocate for healthy aging, to discuss the secrets to thriving in midlife and beyond. We dive into the transformative power of taking personal responsibility for your health, the crucial role of muscle maintenance, and the impact of mindset on achieving lasting wellness. Natalie shares her inspiring journey of reinvention in midlife, offering practical advice on hormone replacement therapy, the dangers of long-term medication use, and the life-changing benefits of adopting a diet rich in unprocessed, natural foods. Tune in to learn how to proactively manage your health and age gracefully.

In this episode you’ll:

• Unlock the secrets to muscle maintenance and understand why it’s essential for healthy aging.
• Learn about the risks of long-term acid blocker use and how they can impact your health.
• Discover the importance of mindset in achieving your health goals and maintaining wellness as you age.
• Gain insights into hormone replacement therapy, including its benefits and considerations.
• Explore the benefits of eating natural, unprocessed foods and how avoiding sugar, wheat, grains, and most dairy can enhance your health.

Episode Timeline:
00:05 Introduction and Welcome
05:20 Importance of Being a Health Detective
08:45 Health Behaviors: Americans vs. Europeans
14:10 Impact of Sedentary Lifestyles.
22:00 The Power of Self-Care and Personal Responsibility
32:30 Importance of Muscle Maintenance
42:50 Long-Term Acid Blocker Risks
48:10 Hormone Replacement Therapy Insights
52:45 Mindset and Personal Health Vision
58:30 Natural and Unprocessed Food Choices

Natalie Jill is a leading fitness expert and motivational speaker, passionately dedicated to empowering women in midlife to achieve optimal health. She is the author of multiple best-selling books and the host of the "Leveling Up" podcast, where she inspires her audience to take control of their health through effective lifestyle changes. Natalie’s personal transformation journey from struggling with weight and health issues to becoming a top fitness influencer has inspired countless women to embrace aging with strength, confidence, and resilience. 

www.nataliejillfitness.com/
www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit/

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