The Truth About Popular Diets and Why They Don’t Work for Women Over 40

For women over 40, finding a path to lasting wellness isn’t as straightforward as it sounds.

There’s so much advice out there—whether it’s cutting carbs, trying detoxes, or logging hours of cardio—that it can feel overwhelming to figure out what actually works.

In this episode of The Thriving Metabolism, I’ll break down the biggest myths around weight loss and share why popular methods often don’t deliver the results they promise. We’ll explore how changes in hormones, emotional eating, and a slower metabolism can affect your goals, and most importantly, what you can do instead to find a balanced, realistic approach that truly supports your body.

You’ll also get a preview of my upcoming eBook, Reignite Your Metabolism, and hear some actionable tips you can start using today.

Let’s dive in and discover how to build habits that help you feel great—inside and out.

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Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?

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00:00 - Episode start
02:09 - Why fad diets seem appealing but don’t last
02:35 - The problem with cutting carbs completely on keto
03:39 - Why extreme calorie cuts backfire as we age
05:16 - Hidden harms of detoxes and cleanses
07:09 - Risks of overexercising, especially after 40
08:24 - How ageing impacts metabolism
09:28 - Why muscle loss affects weight loss methods
10:15 - The harmful combination of calorie restriction and stress
11:20 - The impact of emotional eating on weight loss
13:41 - How emotions shape our relationship with food
14:14 - Breaking free from emotional eating habits
16:31 - A sustainable way to boost your metabolism naturally
18:01 - Aligning with your body’s rhythms for lasting weight loss
18:38 - Three steps for a natural metabolism boost

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[alyahamzah]

Im in my mid forties and just had my first baby 2 years ago. Struggled to lose weight because I was always hungry ( still breastfeeding my bub ), had low energy from lack of sleep which made exercising more challenging than usual.
I tried cutting down carbs and loss a few pounds. I then started doing Kettlebell swings every other day. My weight remained steady which was good i guess but i still didnt like the way I looked. Still had excess fat on my tummy, thighs and arms.
I finally tried intermittent fast, eating more protein, good fats, avoiding 'bad oils' and most processed carbs.
Happy to report that I am finally losing the pregnancy weight and I am fitting into many of my pre pregnancy clothes. Im trying to move more and start doing weights again. IF has certainly given me the kickstart I needed. Im also more mindful of what I eat, focusing on eating food that nourishes my body. I dont have anymore cravings. I now focus on getting enough protein a day to counter muscle loss as I age. Limiting my eating window is actually liberating for me as I can do other things not related to prepping food and eating. IF, eating healthy and lifting weights IMO is very doable and sustainable.
Im finally having a flat tummy which have eluded me for many years. This is also a great motivational factor for me to keep going ❤.