Category Archives: Belly fat

Belly fat, Brain fog, Detox, Estrogen, fatigue, Hormonal imbalance, Hormone balance, Hormones, Hot Flashes, Sleep, Toxins

The Dirty Dozen Is Out… But Here’s What It Really Means for Your Hormones

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
18
Apr

You may have seen that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently released their updated Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists, highlighting which fruits and vegetables carry the highest and lowest pesticide residues. At first glance, it might feel overwhelming… “Wait… now I have to worry about THIS too?” But instead of fear, I want to […]

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#Belly fat,, adrenaline, Belly fat, Blood sugar, Hormonal imbalance, Inflammation

This One Shift Changes Belly Fat After 40

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
29
Mar

If I had to choose one lever that moves belly fat after 40, it’s this: blood sugar stability.  In the next two minutes, you’ll see why it drives cravings, energy, sleep and your waistline. Why it matters A quick story “Michelle” was doing all the “right” things: salads, fewer carbs, morning cardio and crashing at 3 pm, reaching […]

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#Belly fat,, Belly fat, Estrogen, Exercise, Hormonal imbalance, Hormone balance, Hormones

The real secret to burning fat after 40

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
15
Mar

If you remember nothing else from these last few weeks, remember this: muscle is your metabolic engine.  By the end of this email, you’ll know exactly why and how to start building it in 20 minutes. As we move through our 40s and 50s, we naturally lose muscle mass especially without strength training.  That loss […]

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#Belly fat,, adrenaline, Belly fat, Estrogen, fatigue, Hormonal imbalance, Hormone balance, Hormones

Why midlife weight lands in one place (and what to do first)

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
08
Mar

If you’ve noticed weight settling differently lately especially around your midsection, you’re not imagining it. And you’re not doing anything wrong. One of the most frustrating things women tell me is: “I’m eating the same. I’m moving. But my belly keeps growing.” Let me reassure you: your body isn’t betraying you. It’s responding to hormonal shifts. […]

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#Belly fat,, Belly fat, Blood sugar, Estrogen, Exercise, Hormonal imbalance, Hormone balance, Hormones, menopause, Menopause belly, Weight loss

This is why cutting calories isn’t working

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
22
Feb

Today, we are exploring metabolism to help make the connection why “eat less, move more” backfires now, and what to do instead.  Why this happens even if you’re “eating the same” The common mistake cutting calories and adding more cardio.  When your metabolism is already slowing, under‑eating and over‑exercising read as stress — and your […]

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Belly fat, Blood sugar, Hormones, Insulin

Is Your Salad Secretly Sabotaging Your Weight Loss?

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
27
Jul

Have you ever found yourself piling your plate high with salad, thinking you’re making the healthiest choice, only to wonder why the scale isn’t budging (or even creeping up)? I get it.  I used to believe that salads were always a safe bet, especially as I got older and wanted to support my metabolism and […]

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#Belly fat,, Belly fat, Energy, Estrogen, Interview,

What Happens When a Corporate Accountant Tackles Menopause? My Story from the Women of a Certain Stage Podcast

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
25
May

Have you ever felt like your body suddenly stopped following the rules you thought you knew?  Maybe you’ve been tracking calories, working out, and still—your energy tanks, your waistline changes, and nothing seems to add up.  You’re not alone, and you’re not failing. Your body is just asking for a new approach. Recently, I had […]

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Belly fat, Blood sugar, Energy, fatigue, Hormonal imbalance, Hormone balance, Inflammation, Insulin resistance,, Insulin

Is This Popular Breakfast Wrecking Your Health, Hormones & Waistline? 😊

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
22
Feb

It’s quick, convenient, and marketed as a “healthy” choice, often boasting labels like “heart-healthy,” “rich in fiber,” and “a good source of vitamins and minerals.” But is it really as good for you as it seems? I’m talking about cereal, and while there are many varieties on the market, the majority are packed with sugar […]

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adrenaline, Belly fat, Estrogen, Hormone balance, Hormones, meno belly, Menopause belly, Progesterone, Uncategorized

Belly Fat and Menopause

Posted on by Deon Hall-Garriques
12
Jan

Effective weight management during the perimenopause and menopause years is about more than just eating well and exercising. For women in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s, hormonal changes play a significant role in how the body gains and stores weight, particularly around the midsection. The Role of Hormones in Midsection Weight Gain Certain hormones […]

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