You’ve been told that weight loss is simple—just eat less and move more. But if you’re in perimenopause or menopause, you already know it’s not that simple. No matter how hard you try, the scale won’t budge—or worse, the more you push, the more your body seems to resist.

That’s because fat loss over 40 isn’t just about calories. Your body is navigating metabolic changes, shifting hormones, heightened stress, gut imbalances, and blood sugar swings—all of which can completely shut down your ability to burn fat and trigger stubborn weight gain instead.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the five essential factors that dictate whether your body burns or stores fat, regardless of how much you eat or exercise.

If you feel like your body is working against you, I want you to know—you’re not crazy, and you’re not broken. Fat loss in menopause is absolutely possible, but it requires a different approach. Today, you’ll learn how to stop fighting your body and start working with it for results that last.

🎧 Tune in now and understand the first step toward real, lasting fat loss—without extreme dieting or over-exercising. Your body is capable of change, and I’m here to show you how.

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TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) – Intro

(01:33) – Overview of today's episode

(05:32) – The 5 key factors blocking your fat loss

(06:30) – Factor #1: Metabolism – Why it slows down & how to fix it

(14:17) – Factor #2: Stress Response – The hidden connection to fat storage

(21:57) – Factor #3: Hormones – What’s really happening in menopause

(27:58) – Factor #4: Gut Health – Why digestion matters for weight loss

(32:27) – Factor #5: Blood Sugar & Insulin – How they affect fat burning

(38:09) – The biggest mistake women make with dieting

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5 Factors to Assess for Permanent Fat Loss Over 40 | MMP Ep. 178

The Metabolism and Menopause Podcast