In this episode, I sit down with Nina Pucillo, a health coach, two-time wellness cookbook author, and habit-building cooking show host with over two decades of experience in nutrition, fitness, and habit-building. As a woman over 50 herself, she intimately understands the unique hormonal challenges women face at this stage of life and is on a mission to cut through the wellness noise—offering a clear, sustainable path to better health. Her expertise has helped countless women regain their confidence, energize their bodies, and create a vibrant future.
If you're tired all the time, struggling with weight loss despite "doing everything right," or feeling like your body has changed and no matter what you do you can’t lose the belly weight since hitting menopause, this conversation is for you. Nina reveals why most women over 50 are severely under-eating protein, how this creates hormonal chaos, and shares her game-changing "Power of Five" morning routine. We talk about the connection between muscle mass and hormone regulation, why resistance training is non-negotiable for aging women, and practical strategies for busy women who feel overwhelmed by conflicting health advice. Nina's approach focuses on eating more of the right foods rather than restricting, making this sustainable for women navigating the unique challenges of midlife.
🎯 Key Takeaways
1. Most Women Over 50 Are Protein Deficient Nina suggests aiming for a minimum of 100 grams of protein daily, ideally 1 gram per pound of your goal weight.
2. Resistance Training Prevents Age-Related Muscle and Bone Loss "You will have bone loss if you don't lift weights, period," Nina states. Muscle acts as an endocrine organ that helps regulate insulin and other hormones, making strength training essential for women over 50.
3. The Power of Five Morning Routine Sets You Up for Success Nina's system includes 5 affirmations, 5 intentions, 5 gratitudes, 5 minutes of reading, and 5 minutes of movement. This mindset work is the foundation that makes sustainable health changes possible.
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Website: Nina Cucina
YouTube: Nina Cucina
Facebook: Nina Cucina Healthy Gourmet
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