Struggling to lose weight despite eating less?
You might be making the 1 mistake women over 40 make—eating TOO little!
Body: As you age, your metabolism naturally slows down, and under-eating only makes things worse.
When you eat too little, your body goes into survival mode, slowing down fat burning and holding onto weight.
Instead of extreme calorie cutting, focus on eating protein-rich meals, fiber, and healthy fats to fuel your metabolism and burn fat more effectively.
A better approach:
Increase protein intake: Aim for 25-30g of protein per meal to maintain muscle and boost metabolism.
How does this look like?
~ Grilled Chicken & Quinoa Salad
100g grilled chicken breast (31g protein)
½ cup cooked quinoa (4g protein)
Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, olive oil dressing
~Lentil & Quinoa Bowl
1.5 cups cooked lentils (27g protein)
½ cup cooked quinoa (4g protein)
Don’t fear healthy fats:
Avocados, nuts, olive oil, and fatty fish support hormones and satiety. To be taken in moderation
Balance your plate:
Include complex carbs like sweet potatoes, quinoa, or whole grains to fuel your body without spikes and crashes.
Eat enough calories:
Under-eating can backfire by slowing your metabolism and increasing cravings.
Let me know in the comments below if you have been eating enough for your weight loss.
