157 | Why You Can’t Lose Weight After 40 (Even When Your Bloodwork Is “Normal”)

If you’ve been told your bloodwork is “normal”… but you’re still gaining weight, exhausted, not sleeping well, and feel like your body is off — this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: “normal” lab results do not always mean optimal — especially when it comes to metabolism, hormones, and weight loss after 40. In this episode, Lara breaks down why so many women in perimenopause and menopause feel stuck despite doing everything right — eating healthy, exercising, and following their doctor’s advice — yet still struggling with stubborn weight gain, low energy, and brain fog. You’ll learn how to start looking at your bloodwork differently, and why subtle imbalances in key markers can impact fat loss, insulin resistance, and overall metabolic health — even if they fall within standard ranges. This episode will help you connect the dots between your symptoms and what may be happening beneath the surface. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “normal” bloodwork doesn’t always mean your metabolism is healthy The connection between blood sugar, insulin, and weight gain after 40 What fasting glucose and fasting insulin may reveal about fat storage How triglycerides can signal metabolic dysfunction Why hemoglobin and iron levels impact energy, metabolism, and fat loss The difference between standard lab ranges and more optimal ranges Why you can be eating well and still struggle to lose weight If you’re dealing with stubborn belly fat, fatigue, poor sleep, bloating, or weight gain in your 40s or 50s, this episode will help you understand why — and what to start looking at next. Because weight loss after 40 isn’t just about calories. It’s about how your body is functioning — and your bloodwork holds important clues.   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: Connect with me on Instagram  🔥 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