Why Women Over 40 Struggle to Lose Weight (and How Protein Changes Everything!)

Over 40 and finding it harder to lose weight? You’re not imagining it — your hormones, muscle, and metabolism are shifting. In this episode of The Food Whisperer, I explain why protein is the missing link after 40, how muscle protects your metabolism, and the simple food swaps that keep blood sugar stable and cravings away.

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What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why weight loss feels harder after 40 (hint: hormones + muscle changes)
• The powerful role of protein in keeping your metabolism strong
• Simple plate upgrades: how to hit 30g protein at breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Why stable blood sugar = fewer cravings and more energy
• How strength + protein together unlock fat loss

💪 The truth is, without enough protein and muscle, losing weight after 40 feels impossible. But when you fuel your body the right way, the results come so much faster.

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