Frustrated by the weight gain that seems to happen after turning 40 despite maintaining your usual routine? Do the diets that once seemed like magic now fail to make any difference, leaving you feeling defeated? Even with careful attention to your diet and consistent physical activity, it might feel like your efforts are in vain. You've experimented with various diets, yet none have lived up to the success stories you've heard. It can be incredibly discouraging, but you're not alone in this struggle. In today's episode, Louise Digby takes another look at the myth that calories are all that matter and explores the real reasons why weight loss can become more challenging after 40. We're moving past the era of restrictive eating and number crunching to explore the broader factors contributing to effective and lasting weight management. Prepare to leave behind the cycle of frustration and finally achieve your health goals! Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet here:https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1 --TOPICS COVERED– 00:00 - Episode start 02:10 - Debunking the myth that weight loss is solely determined by calorie deficit 03:38 - Exploring additional factors for efficient fat burning beyond the calorie deficit 05:20 - Retraining our bodies to prioritise fat-burning 07:07 - Understanding the role of metabolism in weight management 09:33 - Exploring how muscle mass fuels fat loss and maintains a healthy metabolic response 12:54 - Investigating the impact of hormones on weight gain, specifically during perimenopause. 16:26 - Examining the connection between gut health, inflammation, and brain function 19:35 - Discussing the effects of a high toxic load on hormone detoxification and weight gain 22:01 - Highlighting the dangers of a prolonged calorie deficit and how to use it strategically 27:57 - Choosing nutrient-dense foods and antioxidants for sustainable weight management 35:37 - Shifting our mindset towards a healthy relationship with food 41:42 - Embracing a holistic approach to weight loss, addressing the whole body rather than just dieting If you enjoyed this episode, please head to Apple Podcasts, give this a follow, and leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thriving-metabolism-weight-loss-beyond-diets/id1667816127. Or reach Louise via the links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisedigbynutrition/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouiseDigbyNutritionBook a free Weight Loss Breakthrough Call: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/discoveryReady to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss? Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet, here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1