Perimenopause Scientist Reveals Do's and Don'ts of Blasting Belly Fat Over 40
Are you struggling to lose weight during perimenopause? You might be making a few simple mistakes. Nurit Raich is a Perimenopause Nutrition Coach and Food Scientist who helps her over-40 clients lose fat and gain energy. In a new social media post, she discusses the dos and don'ts of blasting belly fat: "What not to do as a high-achieving woman over 40 trying to lose belly fat. The last one is key!"
You Might Be Trying to Lose Weight "The Wrong Way"
"You are trying to lose weight the wrong way as a woman over 40. I had a client—a powerhouse in her career, juggling meetings, deadlines, and life—who was doing everything 'right.' She skipped breakfast to save calories, pushed herself through exhausting cardio sessions, and cut carbs like it was her job."
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Her Client Wasn't Doing the Right Things
She explains that the client wasn't doing the right things to lose weight. "But despite all that effort, the belly fat wouldn't budge," she continues. "The problem? Her body wasn't getting what it actually needed."
What Not To Do: Skip Meals or Drastically Cut Calories
She starts by explaining "what NOT to do," starting with starving yourself. Don't "Skip meals or drastically cut calories," she says. While you might feel like this will lead you to weight loss, "this slows metabolism," she says.
What Not To Do: Rely on Cardio Only
She moves on to a big exercise mistake, which is to "rely only on cardio," she says. Why is this counterproductive? "Too much can increase cortisol and cause fat storage."
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What Not To Do: Ignore Stress and Sleep
Don't neglect getting enough rest and keeping your mental health in check. Her last mistake is ignoring stress and sleep. "Hormones play a bigger role than you think," she says.
What To Do Instead: Prioritize Protein
She then reveals what to do instead. "Eat enough protein," she says, recommending 30g per meal. Why? It helps support muscle and metabolism.
What To Do Instead: Lift Weights
She suggests lifting weights for exercise. "Prioritize strength training to build lean muscle and burn fat effectively," she says.
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What To Do Instead: Manage Blood Sugar and Stress
And her last tip? "Manage blood sugar & stress because your body holds onto weight when hormones are out of balance," she says. "The key isn't eating less—it's eating smarter and working with your body, not against it." And if you enjoyed this article, take advantage of these 15 Quick Ways to Lose Body Fat Percentage in a Week.
