Thrive45Method™ with Nutritionist Stacey Nicole Smith

Could your gut be the hidden reason your body isn't responding after 45?

If you’re a woman over 45 and struggling with bloating, stubborn belly fat, cravings, fatigue, or a body that simply isn’t responding the way it used to… your gut health may be playing a much bigger role than you realize. In this episode, I’m breaking down how gut health, digestion, inflammation, blood sugar, and hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can all impact weight loss after 45. You’ll learn: ✔ common signs your gut may need support ✔ why many women feel inflamed, bloated, and “stuck” after 45 ✔ how stress and blood sugar affect digestion and fat loss ✔ why eating less often backfires during perimenopause & menopause ✔ simple ways to support your body naturally without extreme dieting This isn't about having to go to extremes to lose weight - in fact, we discuss why those things like strict calorie counting, cutting carbs and intermittent fasting work against you at this age - when we're dealing with the hormonal fluctuations of perimenopause and menopause. This is about understanding what your body actually needs now — so you can stop fighting your body and finally start working with it instead. If you’re ready to support your gut, digestion, hormones, and weight loss more deeply after 45, my self-paced Gut ReSet program, as mentioned in this video, was designed specifically for women in perimenopause & menopause. Inside Gut ReSet, you’ll learn how to: ✔ reduce bloating ✔ support digestion naturally ✔ improve blood sugar balance ✔ reduce cravings ✔ create a healthier internal environment for fat loss ✔ experience fat loss by taking this root cause approach Use this promo code at checkout for $100 off:    RESET100 Learn more here: Gut ReSet [https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/0970fbbd-cd4c7949-9fc08463] https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

How to Reduce Cortisol and Belly Fat After 45

If you’re over 45 and struggling with stubborn belly fat, cravings, bloating, or a body that feels stuck no matter how healthy you eat… cortisol and stress on the body may be playing a much bigger role than you realize. In this episode, I’m breaking down how cortisol affects weight loss during perimenopause and menopause — and why many women are accidentally increasing stress on the body while trying to lose weight. You’ll learn: ✔ How cortisol and blood sugar are connected after 45 ✔ Why stress can make stubborn belly fat harder to lose ✔ The impact of under-eating, fasting, poor sleep, and over-exercising ✔ Why your body may no longer respond the way it used to ✔ Simple ways to support your hormones, metabolism, and fat loss naturally This is not about perfection or eliminating stress completely. It’s about understanding what your body actually needs now during perimenopause and menopause — so you can stop fighting your body and start working with it instead. If what used to work no longer works after 45, this episode will help you understand why 💛 00:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng] Why Belly Fat Appears 01:47 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=107s] Calories vs Hormones 02:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=172s] Cortisol Stress Triggers 03:36 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=216s] Morning Blood Sugar Fix 04:37 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=277s] High Protein Breakfast 05:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=303s] Stop Overdoing It 05:59 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=359s] Supportive Eating Mindset 06:55 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxKO0ze4-ng&t=415s] Wrap Up and Recipe This isn't about trying harder, eating less or cutting more foods. It's about understanding what your body actually needs now. If you've been feeling stuck, frustrated, and like nothing is working anymore - this could be the missing piece. Want to learn more about how to get your body working with you again? And to grab the free high protein perfect breakfast recipe mentioned in this episode: Here is how I can help you: https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblpUQTlWZDJycVgwbHJQX1M5NTA0N2VXTjJXQXxBQ3Jtc0tudmVsb1lTYTJPTUd2WTgwRUdfdHVfVHVfTEdNLVFoUjgtVmEtT1NHVmNtSmk2dVptUmhOMHFYbnM1ZkdoZ0VrX1M4WXUzWDV5bm5jbHNaSDZEM1JZRzBnNHl6RUQ4OVA1UlpnVFRaSU9xMTJPZ2ZBZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fstaceynicolesmith&v=VxKO0ze4-ng]    • Is Dairy Causing Belly Fat After 45?  [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3JqJOkcOpU] If you found this helpful, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with another woman who needs to hear it :) https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

Is Dairy Stopping You From Losing Weight After 45?

In this episode, we’re talking about the truth about dairy and weight loss in perimenopause and menopause — and why some women over 45 may find that their body simply doesn’t respond the way it used to - and is dairy impacting that? If you’ve been eating “healthy,” doing everything right, and still struggling with stubborn weight gain, bloating, cravings, inflammation, or a body that feels stuck… this episode is for you. You’ll learn: • How hormonal changes after 45 can affect digestion and inflammation • Why dairy may impact bloating, cravings, and stubborn belly fat  • The connection between blood sugar, hormones, and weight loss in perimenopause and menopause • Why what used to work for your body may no longer be working now • Simple ways to start supporting your body without extreme dieting or restriction This is not about fear around food or saying dairy is “bad” for everyone. It’s about understanding how your body changes during perimenopause and menopause — and learning how to work with your body instead of against it. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again and finally get your body responding, this episode will help you understand one of the hidden pieces that may be keeping you stuck. Find this helpful? Please share it with a friend, and don't forget to subscribe to the show to be notified when new episodes are released. New episodes are released weekly for all things weight loss and wellness for the woman in perimenopause and menopause. Learn more about the Thrive45Method™ HERE [https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith] https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

Low Carb Not Working After 45? Here's Why (And How to Fix It)

If low carb isn’t working after age 45, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not doing anything wrong. In this episode, I break down exactly why low carb stops working after 45, especially during perimenopause and menopause, and what’s actually going on inside your body. If you’ve been eating clean, cutting carbs, and still not seeing results (or even gaining weight), this will finally start to make sense. We’ll cover: *  How hormonal changes after 45 affect weight loss  *  Why low carb can slow your metabolism instead of speeding it up  *  The connection between cortisol (stress) and stubborn belly fat  *  How cutting carbs can impact your thyroid and energy levels  *  Why fibre and gut health matter more than you think  *  And most importantly… what to do instead so your body starts responding again  This isn’t about trying harder, eating less, or cutting more foods. It’s about understanding what your body actually needs now. If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, and like nothing is working anymore—this could be the missing piece. 🔗 Want to learn more about how to get your body working with you again? Check out the next steps here: HERE [https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith] If you found this helpful, don’t forget to follow the show, and share this with another woman who needs to hear it 💛 https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith

Why your weight loss strategy is out dated as a woman over 45

If you feel like nothing is working anymore when it comes to weight loss after 45… this episode is for you. Grab my Free Guide exclusive to women's weight loss over 45 here: https://staceynicolesmith.systeme.io/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTJsN2pnWTcxWXkyQ04yQk5EZXVVcEtRQTRXUXxBQ3Jtc0tsYlBZLXV4eXJZUmlfajFlcHU1XzdvbjM4MW01bkh3OENoZmRTU2x0RGFXcmFEd2ZaODVtYTlHZ1RtenNiZzJ0YzVRS1RKRlZwaFBlT2doR1JFYVBveUNYWUp1TWl0SU1TYXVfcjhNWVFBd3B6Mzg5QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fstaceynicolesmith.systeme.io%2F&v=h6W0Tg4vvyg] In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth behind why your body isn’t responding the way it used to—and why it’s not because you’re doing something wrong. Your body’s not broken… your weight loss strategy is out-dated. So many women in perimenopause and menopause find themselves: Eating less Trying harder Doing everything “right” …and still feeling stuck, frustrated, and confused. In this episode, I’ll explain: ✔️ Why traditional weight loss strategies stop working after 45 ✔️ How hormonal changes (like declining estrogen and increased cortisol) impact fat loss ✔️ Why eating less can actually slow your progress ✔️ What your body really needs instead to start responding again You’ll also learn simple shifts you can start making right away to support your metabolism, reduce cravings, and finally feel back in control of your body. If you’re tired of starting over, second-guessing everything you eat, and feeling like your body is working against you—this will help you understand why. Be sure to follow the show to be notified when new episodes are released.  We release new episodes weekly on all things weight loss and wellness for women over 45. Find this helpful? Please share with a friend. https://linktr.ee/staceynicolesmith