167 | Still Gaining Weight After 40? 5 Habits That May Be Slowing Your Metabolism

167 | Still Gaining Weight After 40? 5 Habits That May Be Slowing Your Metabolism

June 24, 2026 · 17 min

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This episode discusses habits that may be slowing metabolism and contributing to weight gain after 40, particularly for women in perimenopause and menopause.

Are you doing everything right—but still gaining weight after 40? If you're eating healthy, exercising regularly, and trying to make all the "right" choices, yet you're still struggling with weight gain, bloating, low energy, and stubborn cravings, this episode is for you. Many women in perimenopause and menopause assume their metabolism is broken. But often, the problem isn't a lack of willpower—it's a few everyday habits that may be increasing stress on the body and making weight loss harder. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔ Why staying up late and scrolling may be affecting your metabolism more than you realize ✔ How eating your largest meals at night can impact blood sugar, energy, and weight loss ✔ The hidden effects of regular alcohol consumption on hormones, sleep, and metabolism ✔ Why believing your body is broken may be keeping you stuck ✔ How letting go of rigid food rules can help you lose weight and feel better after 40 You'll also hear the inspiring story of a client who was doing all the "healthy" things but continued to gain weight—until she stopped following generic advice and started working with her body instead of against it. If you've been frustrated by…

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