Thrive45Method™ with Nutritionist Stacey Nicole Smith

Stacey Nicole Smith

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. For more ways I can help you please visit: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  1. 5d ago

    How To Eat Carbs and Still Lose Belly Fat in Perimenopause and Menopause

    Yes, you can eat carbs and still lose belly fat in perimenopause and menopause. If you're a woman over 45 dealing with stubborn menopause belly fat, perimenopause weight gain, cravings, and low energy, this episode shows you exactly how to include carbs and still lose weight without cutting out the foods you love. 👉 FREE GUIDE for women 45+: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ebbc0a04 In this episode, I explain why carbs get blamed for perimenopause weight gain, how hormonal changes and insulin resistance affect fat loss after 45, and the simple nutrition strategy I use with my Thrive45Method™ clients to balance blood sugar, reduce cravings, and support peri + menopause weight loss while still enjoying carbs. You'll learn: ✅ Why carbs aren't the enemy in perimenopause weight loss ✅ The best carbs for fat loss and steady energy after 45 ✅ How to pair carbs with protein and fiber to stay full longer and learn how to lose belly fat ✅ The portion and timing mistakes that stall menopause weight loss ✅ A simple plate method to eat carbs and still lose weight If you're tired of low-carb diets that leave you exhausted and still don't get the weight off, this is for you.  00:00 Can you eat carbs and lose belly fat in menopause? 02:15 Why carbs get blamed for peri + menopause weight gain 05:30 Hormones, insulin resistance and fat loss after 45 08:45 The best carbs for perimenopause and menopause 12:10 How to pair carbs with protein and fiber 15:20 Portion and timing mistakes 18:00 The simple plate method to lose menopause belly fat 🔔 Like and follow the show for weekly episodes on peri + menopause nutrition, belly fat loss, and hormones after 45. 💛 WORK WITH ME Thrive45Method™ nutrition coaching for women 45+: sustainable fat loss without workouts, counting calories, or giving up carbs. https://thrive45method.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/Thrive45Method+Info+Sheet+2026.pdf ABOUT ME I'm Stacey Nicole Smith, Nutritionist and founder of the Thrive45Method™. When my own hormones changed at age 50, I had to completely rethink fat loss. Now I help women in perimenopause and menopause lose stubborn belly fat with simple, sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes. This show is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making nutrition changes. https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  2. Oct 7

    Perimenopause Weight Gain: Why You're Gaining Weight Eating The Same Food

    Perimenopause Weight Gain After 45? Why Menopause Belly Fat Happens & How to Fix It If you're dealing with perimenopause weight gain  and stubborn  menopause belly fat  even though you're eating the same foods, that means it's not a calorie or carb problem — it's a hormone signaling problem. In this episode, I explain why women over 45 gain weight eating the exact same meals, and how to lose it without cutting calories or cutting carbs.   You'll learn the 3 hormonal shifts behind cortisol belly,  insulin resistance, menopause belly, and slower metabolism — plus the simple protein and fiber strategy to balance blood sugar and work with your hormones. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why declining estrogen + rising cortisol leads to menopause belly fat  storage around the waist How inflammation and high cortisol trigger insulin resistance, so the same food stores more fat Why muscle loss after 45 slows metabolism and makes  perimenopause weight gain  worse How to balance blood sugar with the simple protein strategy for fewer cravings and better energy The fibre strategy that helps hormones, gut health, and cortisol belly  Why crash dieting and over-exercising make perimenopause weight loss harder This is for women in perimenopause and menopause who want sustainable fat loss, better energy, and fewer cravings — without restrictive dieting. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Why same food = more weight after 45 02:15 Estrogen decline and belly fat storage 05:30 Cortisol, stress and cortisol belly 08:10 Insulin resistance in menopause explained 11:20 Protein strategy for blood sugar 14:05 Fiber strategy for hormones & cravings FREE GUIDE: Get my free guide: 5 Foods That Help With Menopause Belly Fat here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ebbc0a04 ABOUT STACEY: I'm Stacey Nicole Smith, Nutritionist and founder of Thrive45Method™. I help women over 45 lose hormonal fat and keep it off with simple nutrition and lifestyle strategies — no extreme workouts, no crash diets. For more ways I can help you, please visit: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith Like and follow the show for weekly episodes on perimenopause diet, menopause weight loss, blood sugar balance, and women's health over 45. #perimenopauseweightgain #menopausebellyfat #cortisolbelly Disclaimer: All episodes are for educational purposes only and are not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making nutrition changes. https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  3. Sep 2

    Stop Ignoring Fiber: Why You Can't Lose Weight In Perimenopause Without It

    Perimenopause and menopause weight loss is different — and most women over 45 are fighting it the wrong way. You're eating less than ever, yet the scale won't move.  Struggling to lose weight in perimenopause even when you're eating "healthy"? The missing piece is probably FIBER. In this episode, I break down why fiber is non-negotiable for perimenopause weight loss, how it fixes cravings, blood sugar, gut health and menopause belly fat, and exactly how much fiber per day women over 45 actually need. If you're dealing with perimenopause weight gain, stubborn belly fat, or diets that stopped working after 45, this is for you. 🔗 FREE Fat Loss Over 45 Guide: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ 🔗 Learn more about Thrive45Method™: https://thrive45method.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/INFO+SHEET+THRIVE45METHOD+2026.pdf IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Why fiber is the missing link for perimenopause weight loss 01:12 How fiber controls cravings & blood sugar after 45 03:05 How much fiber per day you actually need 04:30 The best high fiber foods for menopause belly fat 06:15 My simple fiber fix to start today ABOUT ME: I'm Stacey Nicole Smith, Nutritionist and founder of Thrive45Method™. I help women over 45 lose fat sustainably through perimenopause and menopause without restrictive diets. #perimenopauseweightloss #fiberforweightloss #menopausebellyfat #menopauseweightloss  *This episode is for education only and not medical advice.* https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

  4. Aug 26

    The Weight Loss Plateau (and how to break through it)

    The weight loss plateau, what's causing it and how to break out of it. Stuck at the same number on the scale even though you're doing everything right? If you're a woman in perimenopause or menopause, your weight loss plateau might have nothing to do with willpower at all. It could be your hormones, your stress levels or one particular habit almost every woman falls into without realizing it. In this episode I'm breaking down the real reasons your weight loss has stalled (hint: it's usually not what you think), why cutting your calories even further can actually backfire, and the simple mindset shift that can get your body burning fat again. I'm also sharing an advanced strategy that many women find helpful once they hit a stubborn plateau. Plus, the exact signs that tell you whether you're on the right track or need to make a change. If you've ever felt like you're doing 'everything right' and still not seeing the scale move, this one's for you. In this episode you'll learn: The 3 hidden reasons behind weight loss plateaus after 45 Why chronic under-eating can actually work against you The habit that quietly derails so many women's progress What to do (and NOT do) to break through a plateau for good Grab the free Fat Loss for Women Over 45 Guide HERE Subscribe to the show for more on all things weight loss and wellness for women over 45 in perimenopause and menopause. For more ways I can help you visit here:  https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

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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. For more ways I can help you please visit: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith