By Ashley
Intermittent fasting can be a powerful, research-backed tool for women over 45—but only when it’s done correctly. As metabolism naturally slows, muscle mass declines, and hormones shift during perimenopause and menopause, fasting can either help or seriously hinder your progress. Experts warn that many women unintentionally undermine their results by under-eating, cutting protein too low, fasting too aggressively, breaking their fast with sugar-heavy foods, or simply ignoring the signals their bodies are sending.
Nutritionist and women’s wellness expert Terry Tateossian emphasizes that protein intake, stress, sleep, and sustainable habits are non-negotiable foundations for anyone fasting in midlife. And coaches like Haley Pulli and Dr. Bronwyn Holmes-Mahtani highlight the importance of easing into fasting, choosing nourishing foods, and staying attuned to how your body responds along the way.
If you’ve been fasting but not seeing results—or feeling worse instead of better—this expert breakdown reveals the key mistakes to avoid and how to get back on track safely and effectively.
👉 Read the full article here: Over 45? Stop Making These 5 Fasting Mistakes That Ruin Weight Loss
Terry Tateossian is a Menopause Lifestyle Medicine Coach and the Founder of THOR: The House of Rose, a wellness brand serving women over 40 through retreats, coaching, macro-nutrition and community. After facing serious health challenges, early perimenopause, burnout, and emotional eating while running a successful agency and raising two children, Terry rebuilt her health in her 40s and lost more than 80 pounds through evidence-based nutrition, training, and mindset work. Today, she helps women build muscle, improve confidence, support hormone health, and create a stronger second half of life. Terry has been featured in major media outlets and is available for podcasts, expert commentary, brand collaborations, and speaking engagements on midlife health, reinvention, emotional eating, menopause wellness, and strength training for longevity. Get her free macro calculator for her cookbook here.
