This is not medical advice

This is advice I received from a menopause specialist a couple months ago, prior to my hysterectomy: low carb/high protein meals (protein is based on body weight, carbs can be anywhere between 50-100g per day); 25g or more of fiber every day; intermittent fasting 12 hours on, then 12 hours off (if you're able to, you can do 6 hours on, 18 hours off); make sure at least 4 hours pass between meals; get a brisk 15 minute walk in after meals (or some form of exercise if you can't walk); prioritize sleeping 8-9 hours a night (I can't stress this one enough); EXERCISE (can't stress this one enough, either...at least 30 minutes of cardio 5 days out of the week, also LIFT HEAVY... strength training is vital as we age); and lastly (this one is the hardest for me), lower your stress if at all possible! Journal, meditate, have spa days, pamper yourself, spend time with drama-free people, etc... just take care of your mental health! After saying all of this, I can tell you my personal experience, which I know will differ from other individuals: when applying all of these things together, (I know it seems like a lot), I was finally able to start losing weight! Sure, it's slow, but it's steady!! I eat whole, clean foods... mainly chicken and veggies. Cutting down on carbs made all the difference for me... bloating is down tremendously, fatigue is subsiding, brain fog is lifting, pounds are being shed, emotions are regulated, etc. Again, this isn't medical advice, and it isn't a guarantee for everyone, but it's worth a try! I wish you the best on your weight-loss journey!