Why Women Struggle to Lose Weight After 40 | Ben Azadi Reveals the Truth #8

What if the reason midlife weight gain feels so stubborn isn’t simply about eating less or exercising more?In this powerful episode #8 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, Ben Azadi, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, a bestselling author, founder of KetoKamp, and leading educator in the areas of ketosis, intermittent fasting, metabolic health and lifestyle transformation explains why the bigger goal should be to get healthy first and allow weight loss to follow.Ben’s own health transformation began in 2008, when he lost 80 pounds and completely changed the direction of his life. Today, he is on a mission to educate and inspire one billion people to live healthier lives. He is the author of The Perfect Health Booklet, The Intermittent Fasting Cheat Sheet, and The Power of Sleep, and hosts the KetoKamp Podcast and YouTube channel.In this fascinating conversation, Ben dives deep into midlife weight gain, perimenopause, keto, intermittent fasting, hormones, stress, sleep, healthy fats and sustainable fat loss.What you'll discover in this episode:✅ Why losing weight can become more challenging during perimenopause and menopause✅ The connection between hormones, insulin resistance, inflammation and stubborn midlife weight gain✅ What ketosis actually is and why Ben says keto is a metabolic state rather than simply a “diet”✅ Ben’s 5-1-1 approach to combining ketosis, fasting and strategic higher-carb days✅ The conversation around omega-3 supplements, fish oil and healthy dietary fats✅ Why women may need to approach fasting differently during different stages of life✅ Why balancing fasting with adequate nutrition and protein becomes particularly important as we age✅ The importance of sleep, stress mastery, movement and strength training for healthy aging✅ Ben’s insights into reducing stubborn belly fat and the “midlife muffin top”NOTE: This episode #8 is being re-released as part of the Best of Self-Care Goddess Podcasts, a collection of some of the most insightful and impactful conversations from the podcast archive.🙌🏽 Ensure you are following Ben Azadi on https://benazadi.com/ andInstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTube🎧 Take a breath, press play, and enjoy this video.#Keto #IntermittentFasting #Perimenopause #Menopause #WeightLoss #MidlifeWeightLoss #WomensHealth #MetabolicHealth #HealthyAging #SelfCare #BenAzadi ===▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠ ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck.▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout.▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online.▸ Free Resources:– ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠ – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠ – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠  Follow & Connect:Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ X⁠ TikTokYouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.