Fat Loss School for Women Over 50 | Strategies to Lose Weight and Belly Fat After Menopause with Intermittent Fasting, Carb Cycling, Macros, Exercise, & Mindset

166. Yuka: A Trusted Tool for Clean Eating and Living Healthier

Today we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you… because it has nothing to do with carbs, macros, or fasting.  Today is all about your gut — your microbiome — and how it plays a major role in your ability to lose fat, feel energized, and stay healthy as you age. It’s a highly Googled topic and there’s so much noise and conflicting information on social media. When we finish today’s lesson, you’ll be able to identify and steer clear of the snake oil salesmen with the magic potions for gut health and know how to improve your gut health naturally. And, you’ve heard me say this before, but the side effect of healthy eating and a healthy gut…is fat loss!
Explore and enroll in my next 21 Day Reset (Dec 1-21) at this link: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 
Contact me with questions here:  amy@fatlossschool.net 

165. Trust Your Gut: How Midlife Weight Loss Starts with GUT HEALTH

Today we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you… because it has nothing to do with carbs, macros, or fasting.  Today is all about your gut — your microbiome — and how it plays a major role in your ability to lose fat, feel energized, and stay healthy as you age. It’s a highly Googled topic and there’s so much noise and conflicting information on social media. When we finish today’s lesson, you’ll be able to identify and steer clear of the snake oil salesmen with the magic potions for gut health and know how to improve your gut health naturally. And, you’ve heard me say this before, but the side effect of healthy eating and a healthy gut…is fat loss!
Join my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss® 21-Day class of fabulous-over-fifty women here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

164. A Step-by-Step Roadmap for Your Fat Loss Journey

If you’ve ever felt lost on your fat loss journey… if you’ve tried to follow a “diet map” that led you straight to Frustrationville… buckle up. Because today, I’m handing you the roadmap—your GPS to the FASTer Way to Fat Loss program. I want you to understand how our program works …from where to start as a new client to the progression to a long term lifestyle change as a VIP. 
This isn’t a quick detour or a “shortcut” route. It’s the smart, sustainable, and science-backed way to reach your healthiest destination.
After you've listened, grab your spot in my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss® 21-Day Reset here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

163. Why Processed Foods Keep You Fat (and Whole Foods Set You Free)

Today we’re talking about something that’s quietly keeping so many of us spinning our wheels: processed foods.
Now before you roll your eyes and think, “Amy, I know chips and cookies aren’t health food,”—hang with me. This is bigger than that.
Because the truth is… 74% of Americans are now overweight or obese, and 38% are insulin resistant or have prediabetes. So clearly, something in our food system—and our daily habits—is working against us. Stick around to be inspired to enjoy more whole foods to prevent disease, balance hormones, stay satiated, and lose fat!
Join my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class for women 50+ here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

162. Leveraging AI to Solve Macro Balancing Problems, Food Ideas, & More

This episode is a little bit different. Rather than a lesson on a fat loss strategy, I am sharing a hack to help you better succeed with the strategies. We get stuck with problems that feel frustrating - not knowing all of the answers and solutions - which takes the fun out of going for a fat loss goal. Stick around. I’ve got ideas for using AI - artificial intelligence - like Google or ChatGPT as a ready problem solver! I’ll give specific ways I’ve used these free tools to solve my food problems!
Join my next fabulous-over-fifty FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class here: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

161. Calm Christmas: A Christ-Centered Plan for Busy Women

Teresa Emanuel joins me today to introduce the Calm Christmas Workshop — an audio-only, Christ-centered event running November 11–13 with 11 presenters offering short lessons and free gifts to help busy Christian women prepare spiritually, mentally, physically, and financially for a peaceful, Christ-focused holiday.
The live workshop is FREE during the three days, with a $12 VIP upgrade available for extended access, a workbook, and a bonus lesson; register with this link: https://20205508--p31virtues.thrivecart.com/the-christmas-workshop-waitlist/ 

160. The Secret Step Most Women Skip: Reverse Dieting for Real Fat Loss

Today I'll explain how women over 50 can stop long-term calorie restriction and use short deficit phases plus strategic reverse dieting to lose fat, protect hormones, and boost metabolism.
She defines deficit and reverse dieting, gives practical timelines (6–12 weeks in a deficit, ~12 weeks in maintenance), and explains how to measure progress with photos, measurements, and tracking rather than relying solely on the scale.
The episode covers actionable tips and practical timelines —to preserve muscle, prevent rebound weight gain, and improve energy and sleep.
Learn how to implement these science-backed strategies to lose fat, regain energy, and maintain a healthy weight long term, and get more at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

159. Crush Mid‑Afternoon Cravings: Real Solutions for Women 50+

Today, we’re tackling a challenge many of us face—those pesky mid-afternoon cravings and late-night snack attacks. You know the ones I mean: 3 p.m. whispers from the pantry or vending machine calling your name, or the urge to munch just before bedtime.  
Listen as I share the secrets to beating those cravings—so you can stay on track without feeling deprived or overwhelmed.
Download the free Cravings Decoder here: https://amybryanfasterway.myflodesk.com/cravings 
Explore & enroll in my next 21-Day Reset here: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 
 
 

158. Hormone Harmony: Fat Loss Strategies for Women 50+

Today I share my personal journey from weight frustration at 51 to a lean, strong body at 59 after using the Faster Way to Fat Loss® approach and highlight early wins from our new 21-day reset participants.
This episode breaks down five hormone-friendly strategies we use to lose and maintain fat losses—plus bonus tips and an invitation to join my next 3-week reset.
Explore & enroll in the 21-Day Reset here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN

157. GLP-1 & The Faster Way: The Experiment that Resulted in 40 LB Sustainable Fat Loss After Fifty

Host Amy Bryan interviews Faster Way Coach Debbie Bird about combining the Faster Way lifestyle with GLP-1 peptides to reduce inflammation, break weight-loss plateaus, and preserve muscle. Debbie shares her personal experience, tools she used (DEXA, bioimpedance scales, blood work), and the importance of protein and strength training for sustainable fat loss after 50.
To start your healthy fat loss with FASTer Way:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 
For FUNCTION HEALTH lab testing: https://my.functionhealth.com/signup?code=ABRYAN11&_saasquatch=ABRYAN11
For the HUME body scanner: humehealth.com 
For Midi Health: joinmidi.com 
To follow Coach Debbie Bird on IG: @livewellwithdebbie or on Facebook @Deborah Hobson Bird
Contact Amy Bryan by email at amy@fatlossschool.net.