If you’ve ever thought “If I could just lose weight, I’d feel better” — this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re unpacking the big mistake women over 40 keep making when it comes to weight loss, metabolism, and long-term health.

Weight loss and health are not the same thing. You can shed pounds and still struggle with fatigue, bloating, belly fat, hormone imbalances, and low energy. I’m breaking down a real client story of how extreme dieting and fasting led to temporary weight loss — but left her dealing with constipation, anemia, hot flashes, and blood pressure issues.

We’ll dive into: 👉 Why weight loss alone won’t fix your metabolism 👉 How restrictive diets can trigger fatigue, perimenopause symptoms, and nutrient deficiencies 👉 The key markers you should track daily to support your energy, digestion, hormones, and mood 👉 A simple tool I use with clients to reconnect with their bodies and build a sustainable, healthy lifestyle after 40

Whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or just trying to lose stubborn belly fat and boost energy naturally, this episode will give you the truth about what your body really needs — and how to finally break the cycle of yo-yo dieting for good.

Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:

✨ Step 1: Join my FREE community of like-minded women: nutritionherway.com/community

🌸 Step 2: Nourish your health & faith inside Wellness In His Light — register HERE!

🔥 Step 3: Learn more about my signature program, Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

Would love to see you there!

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

If your closet feels like it’s working against you these days, you are not alone. One of the biggest struggles women face in perimenopause and menopause is watching their body — and waistline — change, and feeling like nothing in their wardrobe fits or flatters the same way it used to.

In this episode, I’m joined by Heather Riggs, host of the Her Style Podcast, image consultant, and certified color specialist. We’re talking about how hormonal changes, weight gain after 40, and shifting body shapes can affect your personal style and confidence — and what you can actually do about it.

We cover: ✨ How to feel confident in your clothes again after 40 ✨ Simple, doable tips for rediscovering your personal style in midlife ✨ Why knowing your best colors makes a big difference for perimenopausal and menopausal women ✨ How to start a capsule wardrobe (even if you’re super busy) ✨ Style advice for weight fluctuations, belly fat, and midlife body changes ✨ Confidence-boosting hacks for date night, brunch, or just your everyday leggings look

If you’ve been craving a little wardrobe refresh or just want to feel more like you again in this season of life, this conversation is going to leave you inspired.

👉 Grab Heather’s free style quiz and connect with her here: https://herstylellc.com/quiz

Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:

✨ Step 1: Join my FREE community of like-minded women: nutritionherway.com/community

🌸 Step 2: Nourish your health & faith inside Wellness In His Light — register HERE!

🔥 Step 3: Learn more about my signature program, Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

Would love to see you there!

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

Are you over 40 and feeling stuck with weight gain, low energy, mood swings, or stubborn belly fat? In this episode, I’m sharing the one non-negotiable habit that completely changed my health, balanced my hormones, and helped me finally feel like myself again after 40.

We’ll talk about why having one simple, grounding daily habit is essential for weight loss, hormone health, reducing stress, and boosting energy — especially in perimenopause and menopause. I’ll also share a powerful story about one of my clients who discovered her own non-negotiable and how it transformed her relationship with food, cravings, and emotional eating.

If you’re struggling with fatigue, bloating, belly fat, perimenopause symptoms, or weight loss resistance — this episode will help you identify the one thing that anchors your health and makes everything else easier.

Hit play to learn:

• The exact daily habit I won’t skip for weight loss and hormone balance
• How your morning routine affects your metabolism, cravings, and stress levels
• Why finding your personal non-negotiable is critical after 40
• A client story you’ll relate to if you struggle with emotional eating or staying consistent

Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:

✨ Step 1: Join my FREE community of like-minded women: nutritionherway.com/community

🌸 Step 2: Nourish your health & faith inside Wellness In His Light — register HERE!

🔥 Step 3: Learn more about my signature program, Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

Would love to see you there!

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

Is your weight gain after 40 really just about hormones — or are you eating too much? 🤔 In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the biggest myths about midlife weight gain and uncovering the truth about what’s actually happening inside your body during perimenopause and menopause.

You’ll learn how hormonal changes like declining estrogen and rising cortisol levels affect your metabolism, increase belly fat, trigger cravings, and mess with your energy, sleep, and mood. But that’s only half the story. The other half? The sneaky eating habits and lifestyle patterns that creep in during this season of life and make those hormone-driven symptoms even worse.

If you’ve been struggling with belly fat, menopause weight gain, fatigue, cravings, emotional eating, or weight loss resistance after 40, this episode is for you. I’ll share the exact midlife weight loss strategies I teach inside my Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40 program — including simple, research-backed tips you can start using this week to balance hormones, boost metabolism, and finally feel like yourself again.

✨ Topics we cover in this episode:

• The real reason women gain weight in perimenopause and menopause

• How hormonal shifts affect metabolism, hunger, cravings, and fat storage

• Common eating habits that sneak in and sabotage midlife weight loss

• How to balance your hormones naturally without dieting

• The best foods and habits to boost metabolism after 40

• Why focusing on mindset, stress, and sleep is just as important as what you eat

• Simple, doable lifestyle changes to reduce belly fat and increase energy

🎙️ Whether you're dealing with stubborn weight gain, bloating, low energy, or unpredictable cravings, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling empowered and ready to take back control of your health.

Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:

✨ Step 1: Join my FREE community of like-minded women: nutritionherway.com/community

🌸 Step 2: Nourish your health & faith inside Wellness In His Light — register HERE!

🔥 Step 3: Learn more about my signature program, Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

Would love to see you there!

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

If you’re a woman over 40 dealing with low energy, stubborn weight gain, menopause symptoms like hot flashes and bloating, or just feeling emotionally exhausted — this episode is for you.

In today’s episode, I’m shifting gears and addressing these menopause and perimenopause symptoms from a different angle. We’re digging into how unhealed trauma, chronic stress, and emotional wounds fill your stress bucket and silently affect your metabolism, weight loss efforts, and energy levels.

I’ll be sharing what Scripture says about how worry, fear, and unforgiveness can manifest as disease in the body — yes, even things like fatigue, belly fat, and digestive issues. If you’ve been trying to boost your metabolism, lose weight after 40, and feel like yourself again but nothing seems to stick, this might be the missing link you didn’t realize you needed.

We’ll also talk about how trauma physically impacts your hormones, nervous system, and weight loss resistance, plus how to start releasing it through faith, mindset work, and simple habits that support your health during menopause and beyond.

Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:

✨ Step 1: Join my FREE community of like-minded women: nutritionherway.com/community

🌸 Step 2: Nourish your health & faith inside Wellness In His Light — register HERE!

🔥 Step 3: Learn more about my signature program, Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

Would love to see you there!

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

Ever feel like stress hits you differently now that you’re over 40? One minute you’re snapping at everyone, the next you’re crying in your car… and then you’re just numb, barely getting through the day. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.

In Episode 108: Which Stress Phase Are You In? The 3 Stages of Adrenal Dysfunction (And How to Fix It), we’re diving deep into adrenal dysfunction (aka adrenal fatigue) — what it is, how it wrecks your metabolism and hormones, and how to know which phase you’re in right now. I’ll break down the three stages of adrenal fatigue: ➡️ The Fighter (Overstimulation) ➡️ The Escape Artist (Overload) ➡️ The Freeze (Exhaustion)

You’ll learn the exact signs and symptoms of each phase, from belly fat, brain fog, and sugar cravings to chronic fatigue, depression, and hormone imbalance. Plus, I’ll give you simple, practical steps you can start today to balance your cortisol, support your adrenal glands, and boost your energy naturally.

If you’re dealing with stress, weight gain around your belly, low energy, sleep problems, or perimenopause and menopause symptoms, don’t miss this one — it could be the missing piece to finally start feeling like yourself again.

Tune in now and find out which adrenal stress phase you’re in… and what to do about it.

Want to take the next step? Here’s how:

👉 Step 1: Join the FREE community: nutritionherway.com/community 🔥 Step 2: Learn about Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN

Tired of waking up at 3AM with your mind racing? Struggling with those relentless sugar cravings and stubborn weight gain, especially around your belly? It’s not just your willpower — it’s your metabolism.

In this episode, I’m giving you 3 simple, proven steps you can start this week to reset your metabolism, balance your blood sugar, and finally get deep, uninterrupted sleep after 40.

We’ll talk about why snacking keeps you stuck in fat-storage mode, how a gentle 12-hour overnight fast can help your body start burning fat again, and why a slow, tech-free morning is one of the best things you can do to lower cortisol, reduce belly fat, and boost your energy naturally.

These are some of the exact strategies I teach inside my Metabolic Mastery program, where I help women over 40 lose weight, balance hormones, ditch the bloat, and get their energy and confidence back — without restrictive diets or crazy workouts.

If you’re dealing with perimenopause weight gain, constant fatigue, or feel like your body just isn’t responding the way it used to, this episode is for you.

Hit play now — and be sure to go back and catch Part 1 if you missed it!

Want to take the next step? Here’s how:

👉 Step 1: Join the FREE community: nutritionherway.com/community 🔥 Step 2: Learn about Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm

In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN