Thrive45Method™ with Nutritionist Stacey Nicole Smith

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Weight loss and Wellness for women over 45 in perimenopause and menopause with Nutritionist Stacey Nicole Smith. Empowering you with the knowledge to live confidently in a body you love, so you can thrive over 45.

  1. 9h ago

    How to Lose Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause as a Woman Over 45

    How to lose weight in perimenopause and menopause as a woman over 45 (why what used to work, no longer does) If you've been doing all the 'right' things like cutting calories, intermittent fasting and eating healthy, but the scale still isn't moving (or even worse, it's going up) this episode is for you. In this episode, I'm breaking down why fat loss in perimenopause and menopause isn't a calorie or a carb issue...it's a hormone signalling issue.  Which is why you may have noticed despite not changing anything, you seem to be gaining weight out of nowhere. As estrogen and progesterone fluctuate, cortisol rises and your body starts treating food differently (even if you haven't changed anything). I'll take you through: Why intermittent fasting can backfire at this stage of life Why 'eating healthy' like grazing on nuts, fruits or salads throughout the day can actually be sending your body signals to store fat The simple protein strategy that helps balance blood sugar and cut through cortisol first thing in the morning Why under-eating at meals often backfires Why this isn't about restriction...it's a sustainable lifestyle shift, not a 'diet' with a beginning and an end If you've ever felt confused because you're doing 'everything right' and still not seeing results - I want you to know...it's not inevitable and it's certainly not your fault. You just need a strategy that works with your hormones, instead of against them. For more ways I can help you visit HERE Get the free Fat Loss Over 45 Guide for Women HERE https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  2. Aug 12

    Carbs, Hormones and Fat Loss in Perimenopause & Menopause

    Carbs, Hormones & Fat Loss: What Nobody Tells You About Perimenopause & Menopause Weight Loss If cutting carbs is the first thing you do every time you want to lose weight, this episode is going to change how you think about food. I'm breaking down why eliminating carbs is one of the worst things you can do for fat loss during perimenopause and menopause — and what to do instead. You'll learn the real difference between "white carbs" (stripped of fiber, causing blood sugar spikes) and "good carbs" (fiber-rich carbs that actually balance blood sugar and support fat loss). We'll talk about: ✅ Why cutting carbs too low raises cortisol (hello, menopause belly) ✅ How very low carb diets can quietly suppress your thyroid over time ✅ Why fruit does NOT make you fat (and what actually does) ✅ How carbs help preserve muscle as we age ✅ The simple mindset shift — thinking "fiber" instead of "carbs" — that makes this so much easier ✅ Why gut health, hormones, sleep, and cravings are all more connected than you think This isn't about calorie counting or restriction. It's about understanding what signals your food is sending your body — fat storage or fat burning — so you can lose weight sustainably without fearing carbs ever again. Want more support? I put together a FREE Fat Loss Over 45 guide just for you. You can grab it HERE For more ways I can help you visit HERE 🔔 Follow the show for more real, no-restriction weight loss and wellness for women in perimenopause and menopause. https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  3. Aug 4

    How to Sleep Your Way to Fat Loss in Perimenopause and Menopause

    How to Sleep Your Way to Fat Loss in Perimenopause and Menopause If your sleep has been off since perimenopause or menopause  started — this episode is going to connect some dots you probably  never expected. Because here's what most women don't realize: poor sleep and  stubborn weight gain aren't necessarily two separate problems. They can be the same hormonal problem showing up in two different ways. And the thing that fixes it? It's probably not what you think. Most people will tell you to sleep in a dark room, put your phone  down before bed, keep it cool. All true. But nobody is talking  about the real reason your sleep is disrupted — and why fixing it  starts way earlier in your day than you'd ever expect. If you've been waking up in the middle of the night, struggling  to stay asleep, hitting that 3pm wall, reaching for sugar or  coffee to get through the afternoon — there's a reason all of  those things are happening together. And once you understand  the connection, it's actually really simple to start turning  it around. Listen to the end. The answer genuinely surprised the  women in my community when I first shared it. Grab the free Fat Loss Over 45 Guide HERE For more ways I can help you please visit HERE https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  4. Jul 29

    3 Signs Your Hormones Are Stopping You From Losing Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause

    3 Signs Your Hormones Are Stopping You From Losing Weight  in Perimenopause and Menopause If you're in your 40s, 50s, or 60s and you feel like no matter  what you do the weight just won't budge — or you're gaining weight  out of nowhere even though nothing has changed — this episode is for you. Because here's what most women don't realize: this isn't a calorie  issue. It's a hormone communication issue. And you cannot fix a hormone issue with a calorie solution. This is a strategy mismatch. In this episode I'm sharing 3 specific signs that your hormones are  playing a role in why you can't lose weight right now. If you  recognize yourself in even one of them — everything is about to  make a lot more sense. The frustration you've been feeling? It's not because you're  doing it wrong. It's because you've been using the wrong strategy  for what your body actually needs right now. And once you understand that — this becomes a lot more solvable  than you think. 🎁 FREE GUIDE: Grab the free Fat Loss Over 45 Guide here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  5. Jul 22

    The Truth About Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss in Perimenopause and Menopause

    The Truth About Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss in Perimenopause and Menopause If you've been doing intermittent fasting and not losing weight in perimenopause or menopause, or worse, you're actually gaining...this episode is going to explain exactly why. And I promise you. It's not because you're not fasting long enough. Intermittent fasting has real research behind it. But here's what nobody tells you: most of that research was done on men and younger women with stable hormones.  Not you. Not right now. And what works brilliantly for them can actively backfire for a woman whose hormones are fluctuating the way yours are in perimenopause and menopause. If you've been pushing breakfast back further and further, feeling exhausted, dealing with afternoon crashes and sugar cravings, and still not seeing results — listen to this entire episode.  You're not doing it wrong because you're not disciplined enough.  It's because nobody told you the rules changed when your hormones changed. Now you'll know. 🎁 FREE PROTEIN RECIPE: grab the high-protein, dairy-free breakfast recipe mentioned in this episode here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/55b6b168 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzy2FrAdwPQ2AaQPjQpwWHP81424aoOcM&si=Mnj4MKhAF74RaLJ9 https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  6. Jul 15

    The 3 Biggest Mistakes Women Make Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause

    The 3 Biggest Mistakes Women Make Trying to Lose Weight in  Perimenopause and Menopause If you've been trying everything to lose weight in perimenopause  or menopause and nothing is working — or worse, you're actually  gaining — I want you to hear this: it's not you. It's the strategy. In this episode I'm breaking down the 3 most common mistakes I see  women make when trying to lose weight at this stage of life. And  the thing they all have in common might surprise you. These aren't bad habits or lazy choices. They're things that used  to work — that everyone told you to do — that are now working  against your changing hormones without you even realizing it. If you've ever thought "I'm doing everything right and still  gaining weight" — this episode is going to give you answers. And  more importantly, it's going to give you hope. Because this isn't about willpower. It's about strategy. And once  you understand what your body actually needs right now, everything  changes. Grab the free Guide Here that includes the first 3 things I do with every single client to start losing weight in perimenopause and menopause:  https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ For more ways I can help you go here: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzy2FrAdwPQ2AaQPjQpwWHP81424aoOcM&si=8JHF5MxVmTLdOE73 https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  7. Jul 8

    Why You're Gaining Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause (even though you're eating less)

    Why You're Gaining Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause  (Even Though You're Eating Less) If you're eating less than ever and still gaining weight in perimenopause  or menopause, you are not alone. What's happening inside your body right now has nothing to do with  willpower or discipline. And it has everything to do with something most  'diets' completely ignore. In this episode I'm breaking down the real reasons your body is holding onto weight (and actually might be gaining it) despite you doing what you've always been told to do. Once you understand what's actually going on, everything is going to make a lot more sense. If you've ever said "I'm eating barely anything and still gaining weight" —  listen to this entire episode. This one's for you. FREE GUIDE: For the top 3 things I start every single client with to begin losing weight in perimenopause and menopause grab it here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ For more ways I can help you please go here: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  8. Jul 1

    The Real Reason You're Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause and Menopause (and it's not calories)

    If you're struggling to lose weight during perimenopause or menopause, you may be focusing on the wrong thing.  (This is a replay of a recent fb live I did) In this episode, I explain why calories aren't always the main reason weight loss stalls during midlife and what you should be paying attention to instead. As hormones change, your body responds differently to stress, exercise, sleep, nutrition, and recovery. That's why many women find that the strategies that worked in their 20s and 30s suddenly stop working. In this episode, you'll learn: Why calorie counting isn't the whole story in perimenopause and menopause The hormonal changes that can make weight loss more challenging Common mistakes that may be keeping you stuck What to focus on to support your metabolism and lose weight more effectively Practical, sustainable strategies to work with your body instead of against it If you've been eating well, exercising consistently, and still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand what's really happening and how to move forward with confidence. ✨ If you found this episode helpful, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share it with another woman navigating perimenopause or menopause. Grab the free guide mentioned in this episode here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ For more ways I can help you please visit here: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

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