If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing all the right things” but not seeing the results you want in midlife, you’re not alone. I hear this from women all the time — and I’ve been there myself. The truth is, what worked in your 20s or 30s doesn’t always work the same in your 40s and 50s. Hormonal shifts, lifestyle changes, and a busy schedule can leave you wondering why your body isn’t responding like it used to. That’s where food tracking comes in. But let’s clear something u

If you’ve hit your 40s or 50s and feel like your body has changed the rules on you — you're not imagining it. Hormones shift, metabolism slows, and the old tricks (cutting carbs, adding on more workouts, skipping meals) only seem to make things worse. The good news? You don’t need to do more — you just need to do what works better for your body now. Here are 3 key things to focus on if you're ready to lose fat in midlife without extreme dieting, burnout, or guesswork. 1. Pri

Menopause can feel like a rollercoaster... and not the fun kind. From stubborn belly fat that won’t budge to mood swings, low energy, and disrupted sleep, many women find themselves doing more and seeing less results. If that’s you, you’re not alone - and you’re not doing anything “wrong.” But you might be stuck in habits that simply don’t work for a body going through hormonal changes. As a Nutritionist and Certified Menopause Specialist, here are 3 things I see women in mid

If you’re a woman over 40 and entering (or already in) menopause, you’ve likely been bombarded with plenty of conflicting advice about weight loss, nutrition, and metabolism. The truth? Much of what you’ve heard is based on outdated myths that can actually make it harder to reach your health goals. Let’s break down three of the most common diet myths for women in menopause and uncover the facts that will actually support your success. Myth #1: You Need to Eat Less (and Less)

As you age, the body undergoes significant changes that can impact your energy levels, muscle mass, metabolism, and overall well-being. And that's especially true as you enter menopause, when shifting hormones can lead to weight gain, muscle loss, decreased bone density, and even changes in mood and sleep quality. But here’s the good news: exercise isn’t just about staying fit—it’s one of the most powerful tools you have to navigate these changes with strength and confidence.

5 Mistakes Women Make in Weight Loss During Menopause

For years we've been told the best way to lose weight is to "eat less and move more." And if you're like most women, when you hear the...

If you've ever tried to lose weight you know that one of the most important things you can do is to practice being more mindful around food. And one great way to do that is by practicing healthier portion sizing. Diet culture tells us to "move more and eat less" but the truth is it's not that simple. You can work out more and harder, but if your food habits are not in line with your goals, you'll be challenged to see results. Bottom line: you can't out run your fork. Okay, so

Losing weight is great but if you want to tone up as you trim down, fat loss is where it’s at. If you're a woman over 45 on a weight loss journey, it's almost certain you'll be saying “Bon Voyage!” to some muscle mass and not just fat. And that can be a recipe for disaster. Fortunately you can counter act this phenomena by losing weight slowly, giving your body enough calories (aka energy), increasing your protein intake, and regularly working out. When I work with my clients

Okay folks! Let’s kick this off with a quick guessing game. Read this nutrition label and take a guess what we're eating: Soy Protein Nuggets (Soy Protein Isolate, Tapioca Starch, Salt), Peanut Butter Fudge (Corn Syrup, Invert Sugar, Peanut Butter [Peanuts, Sugar, Salt], Sugar, Palm Kernel Oil, Peanut Flour, Milk Protein Isolate, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Vanilla Extract, Xanthan Gum, Carob Seed Gum, Beta- Carotene), Chocolate Flavored Coating (Sugar, Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil,

When it comes to eating better, what comes to mind? If you're like a lot of women, your mind probably immediately goes to "good and bad" food lists, cutting carbs, swearing off sugar and saying no to fun. That's because for decades diet culture has told us that in order to live healthier and achieve our goals, we must make big sweeping changes. But the truth is making major changes to your daily diet is not only unnecessary, but unrealistic and rarely effective. First, it's o

Do you find yourself eating in the evenings when you know you’re not really hungry?  If you said yes, you're not alone. It's one of the...

Many women turn to food for comfort when their world goes sideways. Whether it's reaching for a bag of chips, a pint of ice cream, or a...

The most common excuse I hear for not eating better or getting consistent exercise is, “I don’t have time.” I get it, you’re busy. But...

There is nothing worse than thinking you're making better food choices, when it turns out you’re really not. Ugh. All that hard work...

Here's a question I get a lot: "What type of cardio should I be doing for fat loss?" And the answer might surprise you... especially if...

How's your hormone health? You may not realize it but hormonal imbalances can have a major impact on your health and wellness. And while...

Understanding Sugar in Midlife: Why the Type Matters Sugar is one of the most confusing topics in health and weight loss — largely because of years of mixed messages from diet culture. And while I’m a big believer in balance, where enjoyment and nourishment can coexist, I often see added sugars quietly sabotaging health, energy, and fat loss goals in midlife. Many women assume sugar is simply “bad,” but the reality is more nuanced. There’s an important difference between natu

For years women have avoided the weight rack. Why? For fear of bulking up, looking masculine, intimidation, or the misconception that...

When You’re Doing “All the Right Things” But the Scale Won’t Move. If you’ve cleaned up your eating habits, started exercising, and still feel like the scale won’t budge — you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common (and most frustrating) challenges women face in midlife weight loss. It can leave you wondering what you’re doing wrong… or worse, ready to give up altogether. But here’s the truth: even when it feels like you’re doing all the things, many of our daily choices h