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147 | The #1 Hidden Reason You’re Gaining Weight After 40 (It’s Not Protein or Carbs)

If you’re a woman over 40 who is eating “clean,” working out, and doing all the right things — yet the scale keeps creeping up — this episode will completely change how you understand your body.
In this episode, Lara reveals the #1 hidden reason many women gain weight in perimenopause and menopause — and why it has nothing to do with not enough protein or too many carbs.
You’ll learn:
Why hormonal shifts after 40 make weight loss harder — even for women who eat well
How hidden micronutrient imbalances (like magnesium, potassium, copper, and iron metabolism) can slow your metabolism and drive stubborn belly fat
Why stress, sleep, and soil depletion can quietly create mineral deficiencies that sabotage fat loss
Common signs your body may be missing key nutrients (fatigue, cravings, brain fog, palpitations, bloating, constipation, and poor sleep)
The first step Lara takes with every client inside her Metabolic Mastery program to restart fat loss, improve energy, and calm hot flashes
This is not another diet episode. It’s a root-cause look at why your body may be resisting weight loss — and how to begin fixing it from the inside out.
If you’ve been frustrated, confused, or blaming yourself for slow weight loss after 40, this episode will help you make sense of what’s really happening in your metabolism.
👉 Perfect for women in perimenopause or menopause who want sustainable weight loss, better sleep, balanced hormones, and steady energy — without extreme dieting.
✨ Next Steps:
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:
✨ Step 1: Join my 2-Day FREE training Feb 10-11 @11AM EST each day: nutritionherway.com/workshop
🌸 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

146 | Struggling to Lose Weight After 40? 8 Metabolism Blocks You’re Missing

If you’re doing “all the right things” — eating healthy, exercising, even trying fasting — but the scale won’t budge after 40, this episode will finally explain why.
Weight loss after 40 is not about willpower or discipline. It’s about understanding the hormonal, metabolic, and lifestyle shifts that happen in perimenopause and menopause — and adjusting your approach accordingly.
In this episode, I break down the 8 root causes that quietly sabotage metabolism in women over 40, even when calories and workouts look “perfect” on paper. These are the same root causes I see over and over again in my private coaching practice.
This episode is your metabolic roadmap — and it kicks off an 8-week deep-dive series where we’ll address each pillar step by step.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why weight loss after 40 feels harder — even when you’re eating less and exercising more
How declining progesterone, erratic estrogen, and rising cortisol drive belly fat and insulin resistance
Why bloating, IBS, reflux, and food sensitivities block fat loss
The biggest diet mistakes women over 40 make (and why under-eating backfires)
How poor sleep directly slows metabolism and increases cravings
Why more HIIT and intense workouts can actually stall weight loss after 40
How stress, thought patterns, and your nervous system affect hormones and fat storage
The hidden role your relationship with food and alcohol plays in weight gain
Why habits — not motivation — determine long-term weight loss success
💡 Important: Around the middle and end of this episode, I share the two areas where 90% of women unknowingly sabotage their results — and they’re not what you think.
Who this episode is for:
Women over 40 struggling to lose weight
Women in perimenopause or menopause experiencing belly fat, fatigue, or stubborn weight gain
Anyone frustrated that dieting, fasting, or exercising harder no longer works
Women who want sustainable weight loss without extreme restriction
What’s next:
This episode sets the foundation. Over the next several weeks, I’ll release a deep-dive episode on each of the 8 metabolism pillars, starting with hormones.
👉 Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next episode.
Your body is not broken.You’re not failing.You’re just playing by outdated rules — and that changes starting now. 💛
✨ Next Steps:
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:
✨ Step 1: Join my 2-Day FREE training Feb 10-11 @11AM EST each day: nutritionherway.com/workshop
🌸 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

145 | Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail After 40 — and What to Do Instead in 2026

If you’re a woman over 40 and you feel like your body fights you every January… this episode is for you.
You set the resolutions.Lose weight.Get back in shape.Be “more disciplined.”
And yet, by February, you’re exhausted, discouraged, and starting over again.
Here’s the truth most women aren’t told: traditional New Year’s resolutions don’t work after 40 — especially during perimenopause and menopause. The “eat less, move more” mindset that worked in your 20s can actually slow your metabolism, raise cortisol, disrupt hormones, and make weight loss harder as you age.
In this episode, I break down why resolutions fail for women over 40 and share a science-backed, hormone-friendly approach to creating goals that actually stick in 2026 — without dieting, restriction, or burnout.
You’ll learn:
Why motivation and willpower aren’t the problem (biology is)
How extreme dieting and over-exercising backfire after 40
The difference between weight-based goals vs. process goals
Why starting smaller leads to better metabolic results
How your environment impacts habits more than discipline
Why functioning from choice instead of restriction changes everything
How accountability and community make lasting change possible
This episode is for the woman who is:
Tired of starting over every January
Frustrated that weight loss feels harder than it used to
Dealing with perimenopause, menopause, fatigue, or stubborn belly fat
Ready to stop punishing her body and start working with it
I also share what’s coming next on the podcast — including a deep dive into what actually supports metabolism and weight loss for women over 40 — plus an invitation to my 2-day Workshop (Feb 10–11) where we uncover what’s blocking your results and apply it to you through live coaching.
✨ If past resolutions didn’t work, it doesn’t mean you failed.It means the strategy failed you.
🎧 Tune in and learn how to create New Year’s resolutions that finally support your hormones, metabolism, and long-term health — so 2026 doesn’t become another year of starting over.
✨ Next Steps:
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:
✨ Step 1: Join my 2-Day FREE training Feb 10-11 @11AM EST each day: nutritionherway.com/workshop
🌸 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

144 | 3 Science Backed Habits To Boost Your Metabolism During the Holidays

If you’re a woman over 40 who wants to enjoy the holidays without gaining weight, feeling bloated, or starting January already frustrated with your body—this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 simple, research-backed holiday habits that support your metabolism during the busiest, food-filled week of the year—without dieting, restricting, or skipping the festive foods you love.
Because holiday weight gain isn’t about lack of discipline.It’s about environment, hormones, blood sugar, sleep, and movement—and all of those shift after 40.
This episode is especially important if:
You feel like your metabolism is more sensitive than it used to be
You notice belly fat, cravings, or low energy show up fast during the holidays
You’re tired of the “I’ll start fresh on January 1st” cycle
You want real-life strategies that actually work in perimenopause and menopause
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why hydration directly affects blood sugar, cravings, and metabolic rate
How small amounts of incidental movement (NEAT) can prevent holiday weight gain
Why sleep controls your hunger hormones and insulin sensitivity
How to support your metabolism without skipping cookies, meals, or celebrations
The real reason holiday weight gain happens—and how to prevent it
These habits help:
Stabilize blood sugar
Reduce belly fat storage
Improve insulin sensitivity
Keep energy steady
Help you enter January feeling lighter—not behind
✨ December GiveawayI’m giving away a FREE 1-hour coaching session + full supplement review to one listener.To enter:
Leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your podcast app
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If you want to enjoy the holidays, feel good in your body, and protect your metabolism after 40—this episode will show you how.
✨ Next Steps:
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
 

143 | Want to Eat Dessert Without Gaining Weight? 3 Nutrition Hacks After 40

If you’re a woman over 40 who wants to enjoy dessert without triggering weight gain, belly fat, energy crashes, or nonstop cravings—this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 simple, research-backed metabolism hacks that help women in perimenopause and menopause enjoy sweets without wrecking their blood sugar, hormones, or waistline.
Because if you’ve noticed that sugar hits differently than it used to…You’re not broken.Your metabolism is changing.
I’m sharing a personal story from my early 40s—when holiday desserts suddenly left me puffy, exhausted, and craving carbs nonstop—and how understanding insulin sensitivity, cortisol, and metabolic timing completely changed how I eat (and teach my clients to eat) during the holidays.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
Why eating dessert with a meal dramatically reduces blood sugar spikes and fat storage
The #1 breakfast mistake that drives cravings and weight gain after 40—and what to eat instead
Why when you eat sweets matters just as much as what you eat
How circadian rhythm, insulin resistance, and sleep impact metabolism for women over 40
Why restriction backfires in midlife—and what works instead
These are the same hormone-supportive strategies I teach inside my Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40 program—no dieting, no guilt, no willpower battles.
✨ And don’t miss Hack #3—it’s my favorite and the one most women have never heard before.
December GiveawayI’m also giving away a FREE 1-hour coaching session + full supplement review this month.To enter:
Leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your podcast app
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If you’re tired of feeling like you “look at dessert and gain weight,” this episode will show you how to work with your metabolism instead of fighting it—especially during the holidays.
🎧 Press play and let’s talk dessert, hormones, and smart metabolism strategies for women 40+.
✨ Next Steps:
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
 

142 | Tired of Feeling "Off" After 40? Dr. Mariza Snyder Explains Perimenopause

Are you over 40 and noticing changes in your energy, sleep, or weight? You might be entering perimenopause, and today’s episode is for you! I’m joined by Dr. Mariza Snyder, a powerhouse advocate for midlife women, author, speaker, and host of the Dr. Mariza Podcast. She shares actionable insights on hormone balance, perimenopause symptoms, and natural strategies to feel like yourself again.
We cover:
Common perimenopause symptoms you shouldn’t ignore
How hormones affect your metabolism, energy, and weight
Natural solutions to support sleep, mood, and hormone balance
Tips for boosting energy and reducing belly fat after 40
Plus — I’m giving away a FREE 1-hour coaching session, including a full supplement review, to one lucky listener this December! To enter:
Leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite platform
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Don’t miss this episode if you’re ready to take control of your hormones, metabolism, and energy and finally feel like yourself again.
✨ Next Steps:
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
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Dr. Mariza Snyder is a powerhouse advocate for midlife women, leveraging 17+ years as a practitioner, author, and speaker to spark a massive movement for women in perimenopause and beyond. With her top-rated Energized with Dr. Mariza podcast (13 million downloads) and a passionate social media audience of over 400K and 8 million monthly views, she’s a trusted guide—offering science-backed solutions for perimenopause, and metabolic health. 
Her new book, The Perimenopause Revolution (Hay House, October 2025), is the ultimate resource for women ready to take charge of their health and embrace perimenopause with resilience and confidence. Check out her website, drmariza.com, for solutions to thrive. 
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141 | 3 Hidden Reasons You Gain Weight Every Holiday — And How to Finally Stop (After 40)

Tired of gaining weight every holiday season — only to start over in January?In this episode, we’re breaking down the real, hidden reasons women over 40 gain weight during the holidays… and the one powerful mindset shift that can finally stop the cycle of overeating, sugar cravings, belly fat, and “starting again on Monday.”
If you struggle with holiday meals, late-night eating, all-or-nothing thinking, or feeling out of control around festive food, this episode is for you. You’ll learn:
🔥 3 sneaky metabolic traps that trigger holiday weight gain after 40🔥 Why skipping meals or “saving calories” leads to belly fat🔥 How alcohol impacts cravings, sleep, and metabolism (especially after 40)🔥 The mindset pattern that keeps you stuck — and how to break it🔥 The simple shift that helps you enjoy holiday food and stay on track
You’ll walk away with a clear, science-backed plan to enjoy holiday dinners without guilt, overeating, or derailing your weight loss goals.
✨ GIVEAWAY:I’m gifting one listener a free 1-hour coaching session with me, including a full supplement review.To enter:
Leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or any platform
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This episode is packed with practical tools for women over 40 who want to balance hormones, boost metabolism, reduce cravings, and stop the holiday weight gain cycle for good.
✨ Next Steps:
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

140 | Want to Enjoy Holiday Meals Without Gaining Weight? 5 Tips For Women Over 40

Struggle with overeating during holiday meals — especially after 40? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to enjoy your favorite holiday foods without gaining weight, spiking cravings, or throwing your metabolism off track.
If you’ve ever walked away from a holiday dinner feeling heavy, bloated, tired, or annoyed at yourself… this episode will change that. You’ll learn simple, science-backed strategies to help you:
✨ Enjoy holiday meals without overeating✨ Keep belly fat and cravings under control✨ Support your metabolism and hormones during the busiest season✨ Feel confident walking into ANY festive event✨ Still lose weight after 40 — even with all the holiday treats around you
Inside, I’m sharing the 4 strategies I teach my clients over 40, including:• How to set your holiday intentions before you arrive• The #1 eating habit that prevents overeating (and the research behind it)• Why slowing down your meal helps reduce cravings and improve fullness• How to shift your focus so the food doesn’t control the night• What alcohol does to your metabolism and how to enjoy it wisely
These are the exact tools that help women over 40 enjoy food and feel amazing — without restriction, guilt, or holiday weight gain.
👉 Want a personalized holiday eating strategy?Join my program, Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40, where we uncover your root metabolic and hormonal imbalances so you can lose weight with ease and finally feel in control again.Learn more at nutritionherway.com/mm.
 
✨ Next Steps:
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
 

139 | Stop Sugar Cravings Before the Holidays — 3 Proven Nutrition Tips for Women Over 40

Struggling with sugar cravings as the holidays creep in?If you want to enjoy holiday food without losing control — and actually feel good in your body this season — this episode is for you.
Today we’re breaking down the real reason your cravings feel stronger after 40, and why sugar feels almost impossible to resist in perimenopause and menopause. (Hint: it’s not about willpower — it’s your hormones, your metabolism, and your mindset.)
You’ll learn the three proven nutrition strategies that help women over 40 reduce sugar cravings, balance blood sugar, and stay in control around holiday treats… without feeling deprived. These are the exact tools I teach inside my Metabolic Mastery program.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✔ Why sugar cravings worsen during the holidays — especially in perimenopause & menopause
How declining estrogen affects blood sugar
Why cortisol spikes (hello: stress, rushing, overcommitting) increase cravings
The connection between unstable blood sugar and emotional eating
What’s actually happening in your metabolism after 40
✔ The emotional + seasonal triggers that make cravings stronger
Why the holidays create a perfect storm of nostalgia, stress, and food cues
How cultural conditioning (“It’s the holidays — just indulge!”) works against your goals
How mindset, expectations, and overwhelm play into nighttime cravings
✔ 3 Proven Nutrition Tips to Stop Sugar Cravings Before They Start
 
✨ Key Takeaways
Cravings are not a lack of willpower — they’re messages. Your body is asking for nourishment, minerals, and stability.
Front-loading calories and eating 30+ grams of protein at breakfast balances hormones and reduces nighttime eating.
Mindset matters. Decide who you want to be during the holidays — and how you want to feel in January.
Minerals drive metabolic stability. When your body is deficient, cravings intensify.
Hydration impacts cravings. Drink water before grabbing sweets.
✨ Perfect For You If…
You’re a woman over 40 and you’re experiencing:
Sugar cravings
Perimenopause or menopause symptoms
Blood sugar crashes
Afternoon fatigue
Nighttime eating
Weight loss resistance
Belly fat or bloating
Low energy
Holiday overwhelm
This episode gives you simple, doable, science-backed tools to keep your metabolism stable all season long.
✨ Next Steps:
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
 

138 | Not a Morning Person? How to Rebuild Your Energy and Routine After 40 - Jenn Trepeck

Feeling tired, rushed, or totally unmotivated in the mornings — no matter how early you wake up or how much coffee you drink? You’re not alone.
In this episode, Lara is joined by Jenn Trepeck, award-winning health and lifestyle coach, podcaster, and author of Uncomplicating Wellness, to unpack what really makes a morning routine work — especially for women over 40.
They break down:🌤 Why one-size-fits-all routines (like the “5AM club”) often backfire for women in perimenopause and menopause.🥣 The truth about breakfast — and how your first meal can make or break your metabolism and energy.💤 How sleep, stress, and hormones impact your morning motivation (and what to do about it).💪 How to move, eat, and plan your mornings your way — so it’s doable, flexible, and energizing.
Whether your mornings feel chaotic or you’re just ready to feel more focused and energized, this episode will help you build a realistic routine that supports your hormones, metabolism, and mood — without overhauling your life.
🎧 Tune in to learn how to stop forcing a “perfect” morning and finally find the rhythm that works for you.
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
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