The Secret to Weight Loss Over 40 (It’s Not Just Calories & Exercise!)

Let’s talk about something that so many of us struggle with—losing weight after 40. If you’ve ever felt like no matter what you do, the scale just won’t budge, I want you to know you’re not alone. And guess what? It’s not just about eating less and moving more.

I used to believe that weight loss was all about calories in versus calories out. I cant even remember how many time I signed up to Weight Watchers, lose a few pounds, then quickly gain it all back. But after turning 40 (and especially after a tough year with my health), I’ve learned that our bodies change—and so should our approach to weight loss.

Why Traditional Dieting Doesn’t Work After 40

When we were younger, cutting a few calories and hitting the gym was often enough to drop a few pounds. But as we age, our metabolism slows down, our hormones shift, and stress plays a bigger role in how our bodies hold onto fat—especially around the midsection.

Here’s what’s really going on:

👉 Stress & Cortisol: When we’re stressed, our body produces more cortisol, which signals the body to store fat, not burn it.

👉 Hormonal Changes: Fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, and insulin can lead to increased belly fat and stubborn weight loss resistance.

👉 Insulin Resistance: Over time, our bodies can become resistant to insulin, making it harder to regulate blood sugar and leading to increased fat storage, especially in the midsection.

👉 Gut Health & Cravings: If your gut microbiome is out of balance, it can lead to inflammation, low energy, crazy cravings, and difficulty losing weight.

My Personal Journey with Weight & Gut Health

Last June, I got very sick with pericarditis. That’s a condition where the lining around your heart gets inflamed. Thankfully it’s not fatal, and most people fully recover. However, it’s a tough recovery. I ended up in the hospital for a week, placed on several medications, and told to REST. A lot. In case you were wondering, no, I didn’t have Covid, and I’ve never taken any of the vaxes. In fact, the doctors have no idea why I got it. They believe it was viral. and although it’s quite rare, it can happen to anyone, at any age. Sorry, that’s not very comforting, I know. Anyway, the medication I was put on caused terrible food cravings, weight gain, exhaustion, mood swings, nsomnia, and a lot of gastrointestinal issues. To be honest, it really shook my confidence. I definitely didn’t feel like myself, and I struggled with feeling good in my own skin. On top of that, I haven’t been able to exercise for almost a year, which made things even more frustrating.

Since I am still on mediacation, and I still can’t hit the gym, I’ve decided to take a different approach.

I am focusing on healing from the inside out, and that means paying attention to my gut health, stress levels, and insulin balance. Because here’s the truth: if your gut isn’t happy and your hormones are out of whack, your body will fight against your weight loss efforts.

What’s Helping Me Get Back on Track

I realized that sustainable weight loss isn’t just about one thing—it’s about working with your body in multiple ways. Here’s what’s been making the biggest difference for me:

✅ Working on gut health – A healthy gut microbiome helps reduce inflammation, curb cravings, and improve digestion. To do this I’m taking Probiotic supplements and adding a lot of fermented food into my diet.

✅ Lowering cortisol – Managing stress is key to stopping the body from holding onto excess fat. I’m taking a couple of supplements to help balance my cortisol levels. I drink Happy Juice every day, and also take a supplement with ashwaganda called Mood+. I’ve reduced all excess activities, and am prioritizing getting a good nights sleep.

✅ Balancing insulin – Keeping blood sugar stable prevents spikes and crashes that lead to cravings and fat storage. There’s a few things I’m doing to keep my blood sugar and insulin levels low. First, I’ve gone back to eating a low carb/ketogenic diet. Honestly I feel great eating this way, because it helps keep my energy levels stable

I’m also taking a few supplements GBX Fit & GBX Burn – These two supplements have been game-changers for me:

🔬 GBX Fit – The first-ever QUADbiotic weight loss supplement designed to improve gut health, balance cravings, and support fat loss.

🔥 GBX Burn – A natural thermogenic that helps boost metabolism and burn more calories before weight gain even happens. It also helps improve gut health, especially leaky gut.

These aren’t magic pills (nothing is), but they work with your body instead of against it. And that’s what makes all the difference.

Sustainable Weight Loss is About More Than Just Dieting

If you’ve been feeling frustrated with your weight loss journey, I want you to know that it’s not your fault. It’s not about willpower, and it’s not about starving yourself.

It’s about: ✅ Supporting your metabolism in the right way ✅ Balancing hormones & stress levels ✅ Nourishing your gut so your body can let go of excess weight ✅ Eating in a way that works with your body, not against it

I’m still on this journey myself, and I know how hard it can be. But I also know that small, sustainable changes lead to real, lasting results.

So if you’ve been feeling stuck, just know that you’re not alone—I’m right there with you. 💕 I’m totally focused on regaining my health, so I’ll be sharing a lot more about all of these topics. Come back and visit again soon.