Episodes
How Undereating Wrecks Your Metabolism in Your 50s
This episode breaks down how undereating is quietly wrecking the metabolism of women in their 50s. I’m sharing the real story of a woman named Carol, who came to me stuck, frustrated, and convinced her menopause belly was permanent. Carol was living on 1,000 to 1,200 calories a day, cutting carbs, avoiding foods she loved, […]
Can't lose weight on 1200 calories? Why eating less isn't the answer in menopause.
Are you stuck in the “I barely eat and still can’t lose weight” phase? You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down why chronic dieting and ultra-low calorie goals (like 1200 or even 1400) are sabotaging your metabolism, especially in menopause. We’ll talk about: why your […]
1200 Calories not Cutting It? Why it Fails During Menopause.
SummaryWe've all heard to lose weight you have to eat 1200 calories, right? The 1200 calorie myth and why it doesn't work for women, especially those in menopause. I explain the origins of the myth and how it became popularized. I give examples of women's caloric needs and emphasizes the importance of accurate tracking. We […]