By Ashley
I’m excited to share a recent feature where I break down some of the smartest choices you can make at Panera Bread if you’re trying to stay healthy, lose weight, or simply avoid the nutritional landmines that often hide on restaurant menus.
While Panera is known for its fresh salads, warm soups, and cozy bowls, many items are still surprisingly high in sodium, calories, and unnecessary add-ons. In the article, I walk readers through exactly how to order strategically so you can enjoy your favorite meals while staying aligned with your wellness goals.
As I mention in the piece, there’s no single “belly-fat-burning food,” but when you prioritize protein, fiber, healthy fats, and balanced calories, you absolutely can support a faster metabolism — especially when combined with strength training and consistent habits.
The article also highlights six nutrition expert–approved orders, plus practical modifications to make each one lighter, more balanced, and more aligned with midlife health needs. From high-protein salads to macro-friendly bowls and even healthy breakfast swaps, these options are designed to help you stay satisfied without sabotaging your progress.
If you’re navigating weight loss, menopause, emotional eating patterns, or just want to feel your best while eating out, this guide is packed with simple, doable strategies you can use anywhere — not just at Panera.
👉 Read the full article here: 6 Panera Bread Orders That May Help You Burn Belly Fat
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. As 25-year founder and entrepreneur, Terry spent two and a half decades building and running successful start-up businesses, an experience that put her on the front line of founder burnout long before she could name it. After facing serious health challenges, early onset menopause, and emotional eating while running her 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.
