Why metabolic health matters more than weight – with Ashley Koff - Age Better with Liz Earle

Weight is about far more than the number on the scales. Registered dietitian Ashley Koff joins Liz to explain why we should be thinking about weight health rather than weight loss – and how body composition, metabolic health, hormones and digestion all play a role.

They discuss why weight can be a signal of what’s happening inside the body, and why this becomes particularly important during perimenopause and menopause, when hormonal changes can affect blood sugar, inflammation, muscle, bone and fat.

Ashley also explains why digestion and hydration are important for nutrient absorption, and shares advice on protein, electrolytes and optimising your water intake.

In this episode:

· Why weight health starts with your digestive tract

· Improving suboptimal digestion during perimenopause and menopause

· Is your weight a symptom of internal distress?

· How antibiotics and medications can impact weight management

· The importance of measuring bone, muscle, water and visceral fat

· Why digestion impacts absorption of nutrients and supplements

· Are stress, caffeine, sugar or alcohol cancelling out your water intake?

· How to take creatine for better absorption

More from Ashley:

· Follow Ashley on Instagram

· The Better Nutrition Programme