By Ashley
Intermittent fasting has long been a go-to tool for managing weight and boosting metabolic health, but many women over 45 are discovering that the traditional 16/8 window may be more stressful on the female endocrine system than helpful. The newly popular 14/10 method—fasting for 14 hours and eating within a 10-hour window—is emerging as a gentler, more sustainable alternative that supports hormone balance, energy, and long-term consistency.
Experts explain that shifting hormones, decreased muscle mass, and changes in insulin sensitivity make midlife weight loss uniquely challenging. Modified fasting offers a balanced approach that still improves metabolism and inflammation without overwhelming the body. I am also featured in this article as one of the experts discussing why the 14/10 approach works especially well for women in midlife.
👉 Read the full article here: The 14/10 Method Women Over 45 Say Works Better Than 16/8 Fasting
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.
