Your Body Isn’t Broken: A Physician’s Guide to Weight Loss for Women Over 35

Are you a woman over 35 who’s doing “everything right” — eating less, trying harder, being stricter — and still not losing weight?
If that’s you, stay with me, because by the end of this article, you’ll understand why your body is responding this way — and exactly how to move forward without punishment, extremes, or shame.

So many women come to me and quietly confess:

“I’ve tried everything… my body just doesn’t work anymore.”

As a physician and weight loss coach, here’s the truth I tell every woman who sits across from me:

Your body isn’t broken. It never was.

What feels like failure is almost always a misalignment between your biology and your methods — not a lack of willpower, discipline, or worthiness.

And once you understand that? Everything changes.

Why Weight Loss Feels Harder After 35 (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)

1. Your Body Is Adaptable — and That’s a Good Thing

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The Hidden “Energy Rollercoaster” That’s Secretly Blocking Your Weight Loss

Have you ever woken up ready to conquer the day, only to feel completely drained by mid-afternoon, wondering if caffeine counts as a meal? You’re not alone.

Most women I work with describe this as being stuck on an energy rollercoaster — one moment full of drive and motivation, the next struggling to stay awake, reaching for coffee or a sugary snack just to make it through.

Here’s what most people don’t realize: this rollercoaster isn’t just exhausting — it’s one of the main reasons weight loss stalls, no matter how “healthy” your eating habits seem.

The Real Culprit: Blood Sugar

Every time you eat, your body breaks down food into sugar (glucose) for energy. Meals high in refined carbs or sugar — think white bread, pastries, or even some “healthy” granola bars — cause a rapid spike in blood sugar.

Your body responds by releasing insulin, which moves sugar from your blood into your cells. But when the s...