Losing Fat On Plants

As a former fitness instructor who never struggled with weight before, gaining weight during menopause felt like the ultimate betrayal. In this podcast, I’m sharing my complete journey - the mistakes, the breakthroughs, and what finally worked. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: - -Why traditional fitness approaches fail during menopause - My biggest mistake that led to uncontrollable cravings - The “Christmas...

Hey, Ladies! This episode addresses common hormone myths about menopause and weight loss for women over 40, especially menopausal weight gain. If you are struggling with menopause symptoms, know that mainstream advice often leads to frustration, and that a better approach is possible! To get STARTED with your fat loss transformation, you can join my free mini fat loss course at the following link:...

After trying every diet and fad out there, there are only 3 simple, practical fat loss tools that I always come back to. These aren't complicated systems or restrictive programs - they're sustainable strategies that work with your lifestyle, not against it. In this video, I share my top 3 fat loss tools that have transformed my relationship with food and helped me maintain results long-term. Perfe...

In this live workshop I discuss how and why I transitioned to a plant-based diet and why this type of diet best supports menopause and fat loss. For menopausal women with a sweet tooth, it's MORE about the right food combos and eating window than it is about exercise! 🍽️ My strategy is, I focus on fat loss meals and desserts with 1/3 protein, 1/3 fiber, 1/3 low calorie veggies, and I plan my meals...

In this informative video, I delve into the fascinating topic of timed eating and its impact on fat loss. Join me as I explore the benefits and guidelines of consuming meals 2-3 hours before bedtime, and how it can help you achieve your weight loss goals. 🍽️🌙 Discover the science behind late-night eating and its effects on our metabolism, including how our body processes nutrients differently dur...

Are you desperately trying to speed up your fat loss results without sacrificing the foods you love or spending more time in the gym? Implementing a set eating window, also known as time-restricted eating or intermittent fasting, could be the answer you've been looking for! I will share basic tips on how to implement this very effective approach to fat loss and what other benefits come from using...

In this episode, I reveal the number one key to stop cravings for black menopausal women with a sweet tooth.   Join me as I explore this transformative technique that has helped countless women regain control over their cravings. I understand the challenges faced during menopause and the impact it can have on dietary choices.   Which is why I want to share with you the power of this sing...

In this episode, I will be discussing how to reduce sugar cravings, which can be a challenge for anyone trying to lose weight. I help black menopausal women with a sweet tooth lose fat with quick, tasty and cheap plant-based meals and will share in this episode some practical tips and tricks to handle sugar cravings in the moment and bounce back after a binge. Whether you are struggling with sugar...

This video is part one of a two-part series for the frustrated menopausal woman who wants to gain control over her eating by reducing cravings. Included is an explanation of why menopausal women crave sugar, how to identify triggers that lead to a binge, and how to prevent sugar cravings before they even start. For my free checklist of action items to help you beat sugar cravings, click on the lin...

While consuming desserts is not a generally recommended weight loss strategy, some types of desserts can help menopausal women who follow a plant-based diet lose fat faster. Certain plant-based desserts are rich in nutrients and fiber, which promote satiety and can help control appetite and cravings.   In this episode I discuss why desserts made with whole fruits and veggies containing fibre...

This week I talk about 3 very important principles that are part of the basis of losing fat particularly on a plant-based diet. The 3 concepts are tools that help you to manage your calories and take action with ease helping you to stay on track. On social media, we often hear a lot of messages about fat loss that are confusing and misguiding without a clear framework. In this episode you will hea...

If you've eaten your way back to the size that you worked very hard to lose, you may feel out of control and defeated. Don't despair you are not alone! Check out 5 steps that will help you recover from the sugar trap and get you back in control of your eating. If you want further tips on how to stay consistent with your fat loss goals, you may join my free mini course at: https://www.hersoulf...

Many people are not convinced that there are best times of the day to eat meals in order to lose fat.  They argue that the amount of calories burned versus the amount of calories consumed is the number one factor for losing weight. However for menopausal women, who have a higher appetite and find themselves overeating due to fluctuating hormones and sugar cravings, a regulated eating window a...

A regulated eating window can help you reach your fat loss goals quicker while improving your health by protecting you from chronic diseases including various cancers and cardiovascular diseases.  But despite quick fat loss results and health benefits, many fear that it may cause more damage than good by creating an unhealthy relationship with food. A regulated eating window is not for everyo...

Have you ever been on vacation and felt totally overwhelmed with keeping on track with your eating habits? For many of us, our strongly rooted routines fly out the door all in the name of fun, relaxation, and convenience.  We go to bed late, sleep late, eat off schedule and off-plan and find it difficult to manage HOW MUCH we eat and HOW OFTEN. Listen to this episode where I share my thoughts...

Despite the BENEFITS of a low-sugar, high vegetable diet, many menopausal women struggle to make the switch to such a diet, because they are used to meals that are high in sugar, fat, and salt.    They may recognize that  a low-sugar diet is more helpful for fat loss, but it may not be as easy for them to modify their diet by reducing the additives that they are used to or hooked on...

When you're craving something sweet, what do you mostly grab for?  An apple or a chocolate bar?  In this episode, I discuss how refined sugar works against your fat loss goals and if you are able to satisfy your sweet tooth with foods without refined sugar and how to build meal plans to accommodate your sweet tooth without impacting your fat loss goals. You do not have to feel guilty abo...

We often feel guilty about having a sweet tooth because we feel as though it means that we are not healthy or that we have failed in some way.   I unpack feelings about having a sweet tooth and whether there is any truth to the stigmas that accompany it. I touch upon what having a sweet tooth means and when we know when we have had too much sugar. I also share behavior patterns that are relat...

In this very brief episode I talk about whether protein supports fat loss as so many fitness gurus claim. If you want to know whether you need protein for fat loss and how to determine how much protein you might need, DM me at Instagram at: @hersoulfit Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoyed this episode and if you did I hope that you subscribe if you haven't already and please leave a review! Al...

In this episode I talk about: Reasons why sleep is so important for our health How do you know when you have had enough sleep How lack of sleep can impact our fat loss goals How you can ensure to get the best sleep you need even when you're menopausal For a free checklist of good sleeping habits visit my website at: www.hersoulfit.com Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please le...

We often feel frustrated when we do not see any progress or when we fall off track and we as a result feed ourselves negative messages that can distract us from our goals. In this episode talk about:  What things you tell yourself that provoke you to behave counterproductively How negative messages can affect your behavior and your fat loss progress What 3 things you can do to protect yoursel...

In this episode I go deeper into the type of meal you should be eating to bring yourself into a negative energy balance in order to lose fat. I also share how many fewer calories you should roughly be eating per day to hit your fat loss goals and give examples of meals you can make that help you lose weight. Thank you for listening! To join the free fat loss course, go to: www.hersoulfit.com If yo...

In this episode, I talk about the stages and symptoms of menopause. I also talk about the science behind fat loss and how it applies to your eating habits, especially for a menopausal woman trying to lose fat despite increased cravings and other symptoms that can lead to overeating. Find out what I am currently working on to help menopausal women curb their cravings. In the next episode next week,...

In this 2nd episode, I talk about: What's the best formula for weight loss? What formula works for me?  Do you need a formula to lose weight? What to do if you don't have a formula of your own and need action steps quick! You can find more tips and strategies on my instagram: @hersoulfit To sign up for the free fat loss course go to: www.hersoulfit.com Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed...

In this first episode, I share the best strategy for losing fat when you don't know where to begin.  I describe the difference between a strategy and a formula when you're trying to reach a goal. I share how I lost fat using this same strategy giving examples of how I struggled to lose weight,  what I did when I got stuck and what can help you to not give up so that you stay on track. Yo...