Have you been eating well, staying active, and still watching the number on the scale steadily climb after 40? It’s a common and frustrating experience—but it’s not your fault. In this episode of The Modern Midlife Collective, Dr. Jillian Woodruff, board-certified gynecologist  and menopause expert, and Dr. Ade Akindipe, functional medicine expert and nurse practitioner, take a science-backed look at why weight gain during perimenopause and menopause is not only normal, but biologically driven.Together, they explore how hormonal changes—including fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone—can disrupt metabolism, reduce muscle mass, impact insulin sensitivity, and interfere with sleep. More importantly, they share practical, sustainable strategies to help you adapt, regain energy, and feel empowered in your body again.If you’ve been feeling frustrated that your usual health habits aren’t working the way they used to, this episode offers clarity, reassurance, and real solutions. So, listen now!If this episode provided insight or relief, pass it along to someone navigating the same midlife changes. Be sure to subscribe to The Modern Midlife Collective for more expert-led guidance, and feel free to reach out with your questions or topic suggestions at [email protected]. We’re here to help you thrive in midlife—and beyond.Highlights:Understanding the metabolic shifts that occur during perimenopause and menopauseWhy traditional approaches like “eat less, move more” can backfire in midlifeThe role of hormone fluctuations in fat storage, insulin resistance, and energy useHow stress and elevated cortisol impact weight gain and blood sugar levelsThe importance of muscle mass, strength training, and nutrient-dense eatingWhy sleep quality is essential to metabolic health and weight managementStrategies for identifying food sensitivities and stabilizing blood sugarThe benefits of continuous glucose monitoring—even if you’re not diabeticGet to know the doctors behind the insights of The Modern Midlife Collective Podcast:Dr. Aderonke "Ade" Akindipe, DNP, MBA, APRN, FNP-CA board-certified nurse practitioner and founder and medical director at Rejuvenate Health & Wellness. Dr. Ade Akindipe created The Elevated Woman Method to help women move beyond quick fixes and rediscover what it means to thrive in their bodies. With years of experience in functional medicine and lifestyle coaching, she brings a compassionate, evidence-led approach to women’s health.  Dr. Ade believes women aren’t broken—they just need the right map back to themselves. Resources and links from Dr. Ade🧾 Blood Sugar Balancing Blueprint: https://theelevatedwomanproject.com/episode-5-102825💬 Book your Free 60 Metabolic Clarity Session: https://l.bttr.to/sXiAWJillian Woodruff, MD, FACOG, NCMP, is a board-certified gynecologist, surgeon, and nationally certified menopause provider specializing in general and cosmetic gynecologic surgery. As Chief Medical Officer of Modern Gynecology & Skin, she specializes in hormone therapy, sexual medicine, and aesthetic treatments to help women thrive. She is the host of “Line One” on Alaska Public Media, an NPR-affiliated medical affairs radio show, and co-founder of The Women’s WELL Foundation, dedicated to women’s health education and access. As the co-host of The Modern Midlife Collective, she brings expertise in hormones, sexual health, aesthetics, and holistic practices, teaching women to advocate for their health and well-being in midlife with confidence. Passionate about global health, lifestyle medicine, and education, she enjoys traveling, humanitarian work, studying languages, and family life while empowering women to take charge of their health.

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