127 | Waking Up Tired and Gaining Weight? How Cortisol Is Blocking Fat Loss After 40
Struggling with weight gain after 40, stubborn belly fat, poor sleep, or constant stress? It may not be your willpower—it’s cortisol, your body’s main stress hormone.
In this episode of [Podcast Name], I’m breaking down how stress, sleep, and cortisol are deeply connected—and why high cortisol keeps women in perimenopause and menopause tired, anxious, and stuck at their weight despite eating healthy and exercising.
Here’s what you’ll learn today:
✅ The link between cortisol, sleep, and fat storage (especially belly fat)
✅ Why poor sleep raises cortisol—and high cortisol ruins sleep in a vicious cycle
✅ How hormone changes after 40 (declining estrogen, progesterone, and melatonin) make you more sensitive to stress
✅ The hidden ways cortisol slows your metabolism, increases cravings, and blocks fat loss
✅ A simple breathing exercise you can use anytime, anywhere to calm cortisol, reset your stress rhythm, and support fat burning
If you’re frustrated by menopause weight gain, fatigue, or restless nights, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside your body—and give you a practical tool you can use today to start seeing change.
👉 Want more? Join my free 2-day interactive workshop where I’ll show you how to reset your stress rhythm, balance hormones, and boost your metabolism after 40.
Save your spot at nutritionherway.com/workshop.
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how you can plug in:
✨ Step 1: Join my FREE workshop on Oct 14-15 : 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
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126 | 3 Reasons Your Metabolism Slows After 40 — And How to Fix Each One
Is your waistline creeping up, energy crashing by mid-afternoon, and nothing new has really changed? You’re not imagining it—after 40, your metabolism really does shift. But it’s not “broken,” and you don’t need another restrictive diet to fix it.
In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 surprising reasons your metabolism slows after 40—and the one simple fix you can start today for each one. We’ll talk about how mineral depletion impacts hormones and cravings, how stress and cortisol can lead to insulin resistance and belly fat, and why muscle loss makes weight loss harder (even if you’re exercising).
By the end, you’ll know how to:
✅ Reset minerals + electrolytes to fuel energy and metabolism
✅ Rebalance meal timing to lower cortisol and improve insulin sensitivity
✅ Build muscle and movement into your day so your metabolism burns stronger, 24/7
If you’re tired of guessing, this episode will show you how to work with your metabolism, not against it—so you can feel energized, reduce cravings, and finally see progress in your 40s, 50s, 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
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125 | 5 Free Ways to Boost Your Metabolism After 40 (Backed by Science)
Tired of feeling stuck with slow metabolism, stubborn belly fat, and low energy? In this episode, I share five completely free, science-informed habits that help women over 40 boost metabolism naturally—no supplements or hardcore workouts required. These simple shifts support hormone balance, better sleep, steadier blood sugar, and sustainable weight loss after 40.
Who this is for
Women navigating perimenopause/menopause, dealing with weight gain after 40, cravings, afternoon crashes, or poor sleep—and anyone who wants simple, no-cost strategies to improve metabolic 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
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124 | Food Temptations Slowing Your Weight Loss After 40? Try This One No-Willpower Strategy
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking “I’ve had a hard day… I deserve this treat” — only to regret it later — you’re not alone. In this episode, you’ll hear a powerful replay from inside my Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40 group coaching program, where we tackled the question: “How do I shift my mindset from ‘I deserve this food’ to ‘I deserve better’?”
You’ll learn:
✅ How to navigate tempting foods when others around you are indulging
✅ Why willpower isn’t the answer (and what actually works instead)
✅ How your mindset, hormones, and metabolism are connected after 40
✅ Simple mindset shifts that help you make choices you feel good about
✅ How to stop emotional eating without feeling deprived
Whether your challenge is sugar cravings, overeating, or late-night snacking, this conversation will give you practical strategies to break the cycle and create lasting results.
If you’re ready to finally feel in control around food, boost your energy, and reach your health goals after 40 — this episode will inspire your next step.
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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123 | Stop Sugar Cravings With These 3 Nutrition Strategies for Women Over 40
If you feel like you're constantly fighting sugar cravings — especially in the afternoon or after dinner — you're not alone. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 simple nutrition strategies that can help turn off those cravings for good.
We’ll talk about why skipping breakfast backfires, how protein helps with belly fat and blood sugar, and why moving your coffee after breakfast could be a total game-changer. Plus, I’ll share one powerful (and often overlooked) bonus tip: how mineral deficiencies might be making your cravings worse.
If you're a woman over 40 dealing with fatigue, weight gain, and low energy, these nutrition tweaks could make a big difference.
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
Acerca de Master Your Metabolism For Weight Loss After 40! | Menopause, Lose Weight, Bloating, Perimenopause, Balance Hormones, Nutrition, Healthy Meals, Fatigue, Belly Fat
**TOP 1.5% GLOBALLY RANKED NUTRITION PODCAST FOR WOMEN **
Does it seem impossible to lose those last 5 stubborn pounds, despite doing your best to eat well?
Do you constantly feel tired, bloated, and rely on caffeine to get you through the 3 PM slump?
Do you find yourself reaching for convenience food or going through the drive-thru again, because developing healthy eating habits seems out of reach?
You’re in the right place! Welcome to Master Your Metabolism After 40, where you’ll find practical tools to help you shed the unwanted weight that creeps up during peri- and post-menopause, regain your energy, and feel like yourself again as you navigate your 40’s and beyond.
I’m Lara, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Life Coach with over 10 years of experience helping women achieve their health and weight loss goals. Everything was going smoothly for me until I hit my 40s, and it felt like my body changed overnight. Suddenly, I went from feeling healthy and energetic to anxious, bloated, and sleep-deprived. I found myself turning to food for comfort, and snacking constantly, and I couldn’t understand why my usual habits weren’t working anymore.
It wasn’t until I realized there was a root issue causing this sudden change that things started to click. I delved into the world of women’s hormones and discovered the key to unlocking my vitality in my 40s. By making adjustments to my nutrition, exercise, stress management and supplement routine, everything shifted. I began to feel amazing again, shedding stubborn weight, improving my digestion, and reclaiming my joy and sense of calm. And now, I’m here to share what I’ve learned with you!
If you’re ready for simple, easy, and quick nutrition and lifestyle solutions to help you experience more energy, fat loss, improved mood, and better sleep - then you’ve come to the right place. Together, let’s embrace this transformative journey and reclaim our health and vitality!
Grab your infused water because it’s time to dive in!
Want to take the next step? Here’s how:
👉 Step 1: Join the FREE community: nutritionherway.com/community
📅 Step 2: Schedule a FREE 15-min call: nutritionherway.com/call
🔥 Step 3: Learn about Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40: nutritionherway.com/mm
In health,
Lara Frendjian, RHN
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