{"id":20053,"date":"2021-03-25T22:32:41","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T22:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=20053"},"modified":"2026-01-16T17:59:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T17:59:15","slug":"weight-loss-for-women-over-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/","title":{"rendered":"Weight Loss For Women Over 40: A Comprehensive Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#What_Works_For_Women_Over_40_Weight_Loss\" >What Works For Women Over 40 Weight Loss?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Hormones\" >Hormones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#GeneticsHeredity\" >Genetics\/Heredity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Lower_Metabolism\" >Lower Metabolism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Loss_of_Muscle\" >Loss of Muscle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Weight_Loss_Tips_For_Women_Over_40\" >Weight Loss Tips For Women Over 40<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Eat_Your_Fruits_And_Vegetables\" >Eat Your Fruits And Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Consume_More_Protein\" >Consume More Protein<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Cook_Healthy_Meals\" >Cook Healthy Meals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Choose_Polyunsaturated_Fats_Over_Saturated_Fats\" >Choose Polyunsaturated Fats Over Saturated Fats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Dont_Skip_Breakfast\" >Don&#8217;t Skip Breakfast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Lay_Off_The_Soda_And_Sugary_Beverages\" >Lay Off The Soda And Sugary Beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Cut_Back_On_Alcohol\" >Cut Back On Alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Follow_Mindful_Eating\" >Follow Mindful Eating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Make_Time_For_Exercise\" >Make Time For Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Get_A_Good_Nights_Sleep\" >Get A Good Night\u2019s Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Reduce_Stress\" >Reduce Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Get_Support_From_Friends_And_Family\" >Get Support From Friends And Family<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#The_Best_Weight_Loss_Program_For_Women_After_40\" >The Best Weight Loss Program For Women After 40<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Get_Active_With_Daily_Moderate-Intensity_Exercises\" >Get Active With Daily Moderate-Intensity Exercises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Use_Targeted_Exercises_To_Build_Muscle\" >Use Targeted Exercises To Build Muscle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Start_Swimming\" >Start Swimming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Add_Yoga_To_Your_Routine\" >Add Yoga To Your Routine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Try_A_Personalized_Workout_Schedule\" >Try A Personalized Workout Schedule<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-for-women-over-40\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At midlife, you may notice a few changes in your body. You gain age-related weight, your hormones change thanks to perimenopause and menopausal changes, your metabolism rate reduces, and your muscles also get affected.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While that&#8217;s normal, these changes make <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weight-loss-tips-for-women\/\">weight loss<\/a> for women over 40 much harder than before. That&#8217;s why you need this guide that explains all the best weight loss plans, tips, and programs available to you. Let\u2019s get started!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Works_For_Women_Over_40_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>What Works For Women Over 40 Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With age comes many factors that affect how the body operates, including losing weight. It&#8217;s no longer smooth sailing, mainly due to four reasons. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hormones\"><\/span><b>Hormones<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormones affect your body, from metabolism to daily responses, among other things. They&#8217;re simply part of the body&#8217;s daily cycle. However, when you reach your mid-30s and over 40 years, your hormones contribute significantly to age-related weight gain<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For example, changes in estrogen in women result in increased visceral fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As estrogen levels fluctuate during perimenopause and menopause, your body can respond by creating fat storage in your abdomen. The abdominal fat takes space between your organs, getting thicker and firmer every day, making it difficult to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/workouts-that-burn-1000-calories\/\">lose weight<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32576 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-5.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GeneticsHeredity\"><\/span><b>Genetics\/Heredity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our genetics can determine how many fat cells we have in our bodies and where they&#8217;re stored. Meaning, everyone has a genetic disposition to how they grow and develop, where some of us are more susceptible to becoming obese more than others (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/oby.21847\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Metabolism\"><\/span><b>Lower Metabolism<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you&#8217;ve read above, your estrogen levels will drop, resulting in reduced muscle mass and, eventually, a slower <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/5-thermic-foods\/\">metabolism<\/a>. As your basal metabolic rate decreases, so does your total energy expenditure. Meaning the less you burn, the more you gain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To counteract these changes, you&#8217;ll have to consume fewer calories and more protein to boost your metabolism. Experts suggest for every ten years you pass, you should eat 60 to 100 fewer calories.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Loss_of_Muscle\"><\/span><b>Loss of Muscle<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aging comes with the loss of strength and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/muscle-building-diet\/\">muscle mass<\/a>. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The difference in muscle strength of people younger than 40 years, in comparison to those older than 40 years, ranges between 16.6% and 40.9% (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3940510\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many scientists believe this is so due to a reduced number of muscle fibers and\u00a0 motor units and a decline in muscle fiber size (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3940510\/\">7<\/a>). Luckily, losing muscle can be counteracted through physical activities that build strength.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighting you down for way too long, <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\">start using the BetterMe app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss_Tips_For_Women_Over_40\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss Tips For Women Over 40<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we age, it&#8217;s inevitable for your body to change. However, healthy lifestyle changes can help make a difference with losing weight. Below are a few tips you can borrow to help you with your journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31683 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-3-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_Your_Fruits_And_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Eat Your Fruits And Vegetables<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fruits and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-carrots-keto\/\">vegetables<\/a> should account for half the volume of your meals. Vegetables precisely are highly nutritious, less fatty, and contain fewer calories than carbs and proteins. Fruits, too, are packed with vitamins essential for your body&#8217;s well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Together, fruits and vegetables are packed with nutrients and rich in fiber, keeping you fuller for longer. With a lower calorie count, you can attain weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_More_Protein\"><\/span><b>Consume More Protein<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you eat more protein, the body works harder to metabolize and digest it than when you eat carbs or fat. Meaning, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/homemade-protein-shake-for-weight-gain\/\">protein<\/a> has a high thermic effect on food (TEF), and the body actively burns more calories, which contributes to weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4258944\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For women above 40, a high protein meal or consuming high protein snacks is excellent as this helps prevent the breakdown of your lean muscle into energy. Doing so protects your body mass from decreasing and fat from increasing, ultimately speeding up your metabolic rate.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cook_Healthy_Meals\"><\/span><b>Cook Healthy Meals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you actively participate in preparing your meals, you&#8217;re more likely to limit the fat and calories added to the food instead of ordering take-out. Cooking healthy meals allows you to bake, broil, or grill rather than deep-frying your foods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fried foods have fat content and contribute significantly to weight gain. Therefore, swap out your high fat cooking habits such as deep-frying and try oven-baked options helping cut down the calories you consume.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31697 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_Polyunsaturated_Fats_Over_Saturated_Fats\"><\/span><b>Choose Polyunsaturated Fats Over Saturated Fats<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fats are essential to our bodies; however, there are three types of fats; saturated, polyunsaturated, and monounsaturated fats. Polyunsaturated and monounsaturated are healthy fats\/good fats that contain essential omega-three and omega-six fatty acids. They include oily fish such as salmon, and vegetable oils.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturated fats such as those in red meat and whole dairy products contribute to elevated blood lipid levels that lead to heart diseases, among other health issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though saturated fats aren&#8217;t all bad, eating polyunsaturated fats in place of saturated fats reduces harmful LDL cholesterol, improves your cholesterol profile, and lowers triglycerides<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hence, limit your intake of saturated fats as they&#8217;re linked to increased visceral fat and risk of heart disease compared to the consumption of poly- and monounsaturated fat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/keto-for-women-over-40\/\">Keto For Women Over 40: How To Make This Diet Work For You<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_Skip_Breakfast\"><\/span><b>Don&#8217;t Skip Breakfast<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping meals, especially breakfast, can seem like a quick and easy plan for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/a-japanese-breakfast-banana-diet-for-simple-and-quick-weight-loss\/\">losing weight<\/a>; however, it does more harm than good. Breakfast sets the tone for the day, and provides you with the energy for physical activity and your normal daily functions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without breakfast, your body ends up with cravings throughout the day, which only leads you to consume more calories. Take breakfast that&#8217;s balanced, rich in fiber, lean protein, adequate carbohydrates, and plant-based fats. That will surely kickstart the day better as you consume fewer calories throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30660 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/5-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lay_Off_The_Soda_And_Sugary_Beverages\"><\/span><b>Lay Off The Soda And Sugary Beverages<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it&#8217;s coffee, soda, some specialized tea, soft drinks, or energized beverages, they contain unnecessary sugars that you don&#8217;t need. Added sugars encourage weight gains and create and increase your chances of health risks such as diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To lay off the sugary drinks and sweeteners, opt for water or fresh juice. You could also eat fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit if you want something sweet. Lastly, try unsweetened beverages or plain tea or coffee rather than sweetened or specialty drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_Back_On_Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Cut Back On Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol too increases calories in your body, which get stored as visceral fat in the abdomen. Alcohol too can increase your appetite leading you to eat more than you require. Therefore, cut down on drinking beer or switch to wine. Red wine has a high concentration of antioxidants and may have some health benefits, although it still adds calories and should be limited if you want to lose weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17888186\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_Mindful_Eating\"><\/span><b>Follow Mindful Eating<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindful eating is where you take up the active responsibility of eating foods that build and nourish your body without limitations. Previously, there was a notion that getting on a diet is the best way for you to lose weight or achieve a particular body goal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, that&#8217;s not true. Mindful eating works where you&#8217;re allowed to consume whatever you want without limitations to curb your cravings, stabilize your appetite and build weight management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30082 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/4-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Time_For_Exercise\"><\/span><b>Make Time For Exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your willingness to exercise is what sets you apart. You have to be willing to include exercises in your routine as that&#8217;s the best weight loss program for women over 40. It helps to stabilize your weight and improve your overall health. Therefore, make time for what may positively affect you the most, more about this in the next section.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_A_Good_Nights_Sleep\"><\/span><b>Get A Good Night\u2019s Sleep<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After your mid-30s, a lot of things can affect your sleep. From health issues, stress, responsibilities, and even hormones, but that shouldn&#8217;t deter you from a good night\u2019s sleep. Quality sleep is essential as it can affect many hormones in your body making it harder for you to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, your cortisol levels may be higher, not because of stress alone but also due to menopause. Ghrelin, your appetite hormone, can affect how you eat, causing you to feed more than usual, altering your metabolism, and eventually making it significantly harder to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that without enough sleep or during sleep loss, your body experiences dysregulated eating behaviors. Your food intake becomes more significant than your total daily energy expenditure, thus leading to weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3619301\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29682 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/19-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Stress\"><\/span><b>Reduce Stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The stress hormone, cortisol, can lead to abdominal obesity, where excess cortisol encourages fat storage around your abdomen. Not only do you have to worry about abdominal adiposity, but because your metabolism is much lower over 40, the side effects of these hormones can be more severe for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will have to adapt to behavioral changes that help you cope with your stress and consume plenty of fruits, vegetables, and fats that help control the cortisol levels in your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Support_From_Friends_And_Family\"><\/span><b>Get Support From Friends And Family<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A support system is crucial if you&#8217;re looking to stay motivated. It won&#8217;t be easy to follow these weight loss tips for women over 40, probably because you&#8217;re already preoccupied with life. However, having family and friends who hold you accountable likely accompany you to the gym, encourage you to eat healthy and nutritious meals, and don&#8217;t pressure you; that would be the best thing for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Weight_Loss_Program_For_Women_After_40\"><\/span><b>The Best Weight Loss Program For Women After 40<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you&#8217;re aware of the lifestyle changes you should adopt, let&#8217;s have a look at weight loss programs for women over 40. These mainly contain exercises you can incorporate into your routines and simple ways to keep you active even at your age.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Active_With_Daily_Moderate-Intensity_Exercises\"><\/span><b>Get Active With Daily Moderate-Intensity Exercises<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every day, there are a set of activities we do. Whether it&#8217;s walking the dog, gardening, strolling around the neighborhood, or doing house chores. These simple activities will help you remain active without much effort. You&#8217;ll be incorporating movements into your daily routine, helping to boost your metabolism and maintain body mass.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are more tips you can use:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 Take the stairway rather than the lift or escalator.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 Include a power walk in the morning to Jumpstart your day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 Indulge in moderate-intensity exercises such as biking, hiking, and brisk walking.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At least 30 minutes of brisk walking every day of the week is sufficient. What&#8217;s more. After you have mastered these moderate movements, you can level up to high-intensity exercises such as running or jogging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28749 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/7-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Targeted_Exercises_To_Build_Muscle\"><\/span><b>Use Targeted Exercises To Build Muscle<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that even though your body is active daily, you may not experience weight loss. Age-related weight gain will occur even among the most active individuals, especially when exercise is constant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you can counteract weight gain caused by aging. The trick is to use targeted exercises to build muscle, resulting in the best weight loss for women over 40. Building muscle protects the body from gaining weight because your body burns more calories to keep you metabolically active and strong to sustain your daily activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of vigorous exercises you can incorporate include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Female weight lifting.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Strength-training exercises such as weight-assisted squats and push-ups help to build more muscle and reduce fat deposits. Do them at least twice a week.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High-intensity interval training.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> HIIT workouts such as Tabata and cardio exercises are metabolic conditioning activities that not only push you past your limit but burn much more calories than moderate-intensity exercises.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Circuit training.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It involves compounded movements that target every muscle in the body from the glutes, biceps, triceps, abs, and many more. Multiple joint exercises keep the heart rate elevated and the body strengthened, building endurance and body composition. Such functional circuit training can positively affect the quality of life for overweight women<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you indulge in these strength training and muscle-building exercises, incorporate more time into your workout routine. You can also add the frequency of these exercises from twice a week to every other day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track the changes on your body to see if they work for you. Don&#8217;t push yourself too much as vigorous activities can cause injuries to your body, especially those vulnerable such as those with osteoporosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29657 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Weight Loss For Women Over 40\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/4-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_Swimming\"><\/span><b>Start Swimming<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming can burn up to 500 calories an hour at a leisure pace, with an extra 200 calories burnt if it&#8217;s fast-paced, regardless of weight. Because swimming is a low-impact exercise, it will be one of the best weight loss plans for women over 40 because it doesn&#8217;t need much effort. Your chances of injury are minimal, and you can swim as many times a day or week as you&#8217;d like.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, if you&#8217;re not a fan of swimming, you can try other water-based sports such as paddle boarding. That, too, can burn over 800 calories an hour with stand-up paddle surfing, shooting up to 1000 calories if you&#8217;re SUP racing.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_Yoga_To_Your_Routine\"><\/span><b>Add Yoga To Your Routine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most beneficial yet straightforward exercises you can do even over 40 is yoga. Yoga helps to burn appropriately 400 calories every hour. It&#8217;s low impact and can have many benefits to your body, including toning your muscles, supporting your bones, and working best for those with osteoporosis-related fractures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, there are many types of yoga you can try, including; Vinyasa yoga, Hatha yoga, Iyengar yoga, Kundalini yoga, Ashtanga yoga, and Bikram yoga.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-to-lose-weight-in-10-days\/\">Yoga To Lose Weight In 10 Days: Nothing But A Yoga Mat And Your Own Body Weight<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_A_Personalized_Workout_Schedule\"><\/span><b>Try A Personalized Workout Schedule<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good workout schedule has many benefits. Not only do you get to personalize your workouts based on your intended goals, but you remain motivated. A plan helps you follow a routine where it&#8217;s easier to track your results and change what doesn&#8217;t work for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, you have control over your movements which is safe for those with bone-related problems. You can prevent an injury or work against a problem leading to incredible outcomes. For a personalized schedule, you can use a mobile app such as Aptiv. They&#8217;re simple and straightforward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss for women over 40 can be a daunting task. The work and dedication you have to put forth are much more excellent than what you did before. But that doesn&#8217;t mean it&#8217;s impossible.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your body&#8217;s structure, hormones, and metabolic rate, there are a few changes you can incorporate into your daily life. Adopt a healthy lifestyle where you sleep better, eat healthier, cope with your stress, and indulge in exercise to achieve your desired goals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2361&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Weight_Loss_For_Women_Over_40\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4258944\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high-protein diet for reducing body fat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, ncbi.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2014\/02\/140224110017.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abdominal fat accumulation prevented by unsaturated fat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0899900709002962?via%3Dihub\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body composition changes with aging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2010, sciencedirect.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1002\/oby.21847\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploring genetic susceptibility to obesity through genome functional pathway analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, onlinelibrary.wiley.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3619301\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impact of insufficient sleep on total daily energy expenditure, food intake, and weight gain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2013, ncbi.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17888186\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red wine consumption increases antioxidant status and decreases oxidative stress in the circulation of both young and old human<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s (2000,\u00a0 pubmed.ncbi.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3940510\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strength and muscle mass loss with age<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2014, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/biomedgerontology\/article\/71\/3\/406\/2605263\">Yoga is as good as stretching<\/a> (2015, academic.oup.com)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At midlife, you may notice a few changes in your body. 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