Make this one change to your diet for weight loss over 40

[@carole-annmobley6152]

I’ve lost 10 lbs since doing your high protein plan. I thought I was eating enough but until I started tracking my calories i didn’t know how little I was eating. At 57 I’m now leaner and still muscular thanks to your great and sensible advice!

[@MelissaNeill]

wow that's great Carole - well done!

[@moniquescott7117]

Oh please tell how u did it I’m 60 and just can’t loose my stomach and love handles😢😢

[@janedoe1435]

@@MelissaNeill does it matter what kind of protein I eat? I'm not a vegetarian or vegan. I've been losing weight before I started watching your channel today. I usually eat poultry, eggs, and once in awhile, red meat. I also eat vegetables, fruit, and sometimes dairy. I've pretty much cleaned up my diet too and since last December I've lost 30 pounds. I still need a bit less than 30 lbs to lose.

[@nancytorrisi2227]

@@moniquescott7117same!! 😢

[@tellygirl83]

Finding your channel has been a game changer!! I'm 39 and in menopause. Had a hysterectomy over a year ago and recently could not understand why I wasn't losing weight the way I used to. This was it! I've noticed a huge difference in my cravings, hunger levels, and mood in just 2 weeks by increasing my protein, cutting back on cardio, and focusing on strength training (which I've always preferred over cardio).

[@ravenel2]

No one ever told me how much protein I should be eating until I found you. I knew super low carb was not the way to go if I felt too weak to exercise. After a few days of eating over 100g of protein and making sure I’m eating 1500 calories, I can tell this is a game changer. I know I can eat and no longer be hungry all the time. Thank you so much!

[@BrezzyGoodvibes]

I just found your channel today. I’m 4 videos in and I’m feeling so encouraged! Listing to this while in the gym - ditched the hour of cardio for 15 min and 45 min of strength. I’m excited to adjust my journey. Thank you!

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this!

[@NA-sb2kd]

I just found the channel also and im really motivated

[@liztowers2058]

omg thank you!im 46, losing my hair from stress and loss, panic attacks and perimenopause are killing me...dr wanted to put me on low dose progesterone for hair loss and period issues. i decided NO. im starting to use resistance bands now, walking 2 hrs a day and taking my vitamins and some hair vitamins, i refuse to use Pharma anything, i CAN DO THIS !!!!! i appreciate this advice.

[@MelissaNeill]

Yes Liz! You can do this! 💪💪

[@MariaDiazskn]

I've been having problems with hair loss for a few years and tried everything but nothing worked. Recently I broke one arm and decided to take protein supplements to help the healing. As a result my hair stopped falling excessively and it's now normal. Just my experience.

[@cantbeaslave]

Progesterone is safe if is not synthetic and can really be calming and help you sleep better. It's great for pms, post- partum depression and perimenopause.

[@chica-jinx5811]

I could listen to you talk all day. I just love your accent. I’m over 60 and I’m trying my best to lose 75lbs. It’s very hard, but I got motivated watching your videos. So since May 1st I’ve been weightlifting with my barbells. Taking it slow started with twenty minutes, my legs are so sore. I’ll check my progress in thirty days 😊 thanks for sharing your tips. By the way, you look awesome 🎉😊

[@MelissaNeill]

That's awesome! I'm excited for the progress you'd make!

[@thor7262]

Try glutamine and BCAAs for muscle recovery. They help with sore muscles.

[@naheedsiddique6206]

I’m 46 first time really struggling to lose weight gaining easy. This is amazing thank you so much!!! Will be following all your advise xx 🤲🏽🙏🏽

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this! Keep thriving!

[@rowdybliss]

Important note: before you embark on getting more protein into your diet, please talk to your doctor/GP first. If you have kidney or liver issues, a high-protein diet is contraindicated.

[@Changeworld408]

Is kidney and liver problem not caused by excessivel refined carbs and sugar and insuline overdose in yr bains and arteries and the globulines in yt kidney damaged by glucose and insuline

[@micheleapplewhaite2923]

Indeed but once there is damage, protein intake needs to be limited.

[@lafemmelaMon]

I have my doubts a GP will be clued up on any of it unfortunately, mine gave me cocodamol for chronic pain, the paracetamol gave me a fatty liver. I question doctors now.

[@kolonko19]

So many helpful tips!! I’m premenopausal and you’ve helped me in so many ways to feel more prepared and have a “game plan” on how to not only manage it but thrive through it. Thank you Melissa! 💜✨

[@MelissaNeill]

Happy to help!

[@jmokeeffe2002]

Thank you Melissa!! I began doing strength training plus cardio 6 days a week since last summer. My clothes fit differently but have not lost any weight. I am going to really start paying attention to my protein intake. This was SO helpful in giving us ideas, and then showing us how much protein is in each item. I'm going to start today. THANK YOU!!

[@thor7262]

You probably lost weight but gained muscle at the same time. Muscle weighs more than fat, and when you gain muscle your body uses much more of what you eat for fuel. I’m 60 and focus more on weight training, nutrition, and taking protein supplements now. I still do HIIT, but only a few times a week. Melissa’s right about needing more protein. Great job!

[@pamelaf5178]

I’m so glad I recently discovered your channel. Thanks for all of your amazing tips! I did one of your workouts today too!! I look forward to learning more from you about how to lose fat, improve my strength and energy levels, and feel better about my body. Keep up the amazing content!!

[@LeaRaesWay]

😢 I recently went to a nutritionist and this was exactly what she told me. I’m essentially under eating especially when it comes to protein.

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this!

[@nanzilla3000]

Thank you Miss Melissa! This is super helpful! Just a side note, I could listen to you talk all day, your accent is so very pleasant to listen to, I watch your videos while I’m washing dishes and it’s very relaxing and informative!! Just starting to implement your tips now, and definitely finding that I was NOT taking in enough protein!

[@MelissaNeill]

Oh thank you!

[@annettemitchell5792]

I am beginning my fitness journey and Melissa 's videos have been inspirational, motivational as well as knowledgeable for me. Thank you.

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this!

[@islandgirl8914]

Thanks Melissa. I’m reducing red meat. I’m eating tuna , fish and chicken. I’m starting slowly re protein powder.

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this!

[@notinavacuum5966]

So well explained! I’d love more videos on meal planning and recipes-though I don’t expect it if that’s not your thing.

[@JustClaireGrace]

I’m not a vegetarian or vegan, but those yeast flakes would be a great way to add more protein to my dishes. Thanks for a really helpful video Melissa.

[@MelissaNeill]

Great idea!

[@romifontana-daguerre5473]

Nutritional yeast is great on popcorn

[@Ashtarot77]

@@romifontana-daguerre5473 Ooooh...I do like my popcorn. Thanks for the suggestion 🤗

[@dianahernandez2325]

I love your video and your way of explaining in a way I understand better how to approach what I eat and how I work it making my 45 years better and exciting. Thank you queen!❤

[@mzzchele]

Thank you for breaking this down simply!

[@regilena7]

Thank you so much this was very very helpful as I struggle daily to consume enough protein because I’m just not that hungry. I track my food intake in the MyFitnessPal so I can see each day what macro % I have or have not met each day. I will start being more creative with how to supplement more with a protein powder and use my nutritional yeast more! Thanks also for confirming about only having lean red meat a few times in a week. I’m going to have to start cooking in bulk on Sundays, so I’m ready for the week. I like the idea of the egg muffins with veggies mixed in, I can add protein powder to that as well! multiple great idea to try out!🎉

[@monnea2407]

I just love ur advice… thank you for sharing your knowledge ❤❤

[@MelissaNeill]

Thanks for watching!

[@marcellabelles390]

I been following you and Erin stern and learned so much in shape due to you all at 58years of age

[@marcellabelles390]

Wish I could show you my results

[@MelissaNeill]

Amazing keep up the great work. Love Erin Stern BTW

[@darussianping61]

lovely advice. thank you! i love your videos and you look amazing.

[@Changeworld408]

I dont think the Greek yoghurt should be low fat. fat is making you feel satisfied, carbohydrates make you fat, sugar makes you hungry

[@addiskassa5165]

Yeah, that's was my thought too!👍 I buy 2% Greek yogurt

[@cheekashowup]

Thank you for helping make sense..I'm 49 pre menopause and on my health journey! I've been following you and really enjoy your videos ..I'm ready to commit and see results!! Will be implementing the increase in protein..🙌

[@MelissaNeill]

I know you can do it! 💪

[@phoebepurvis3630]

Keep posting QUEEN let the haters show their true colours. Love to you and your Lenny or is it Kenny??

[@Cantetinza17]

I'm 42 and struggling. Right now I'm doing a no sugar diet. I think I might eating enough protein, but I will double check that. I have a food sensitivity to chicken egg whites, so my doctor told me that he'd rather have me eat the whole egg or find a different egg to eat. I love nutritional yeast. I love to sprinkle it on my steamed or roasted veggies.

[@mariagregg2350]

so glad Ive found this channel just started my lifetime change

[@panes840]

This is absolutely brilliant. As a vegan i lost weight rather easily in my mid 40s as i dropped middle to high saturated fat sources and of course cholesterol. I then stidied whole food plant based nutrition twice. I upped my protein with difference beans, nuts and different lentils and tofu , tempeh and seitan. OMG, my blood work is amazing and i just upped my protein to just enough. You DO NOT ,wamt to go mad because of IGF1 and if yiu want to ref check go to Simon Hills videos. What she is telling you here is correct but mybonly caveat is soy beans and soy prpducts are superb and sinon hill and Gil from Nutrition Made Simple on YT Dr and Scientist is Gil have proven that soy products are fine and actually beneficial. I wouldnt touch casein with a barge poll as its links with disease but ive studied health sciences at university and reD Dr T.C Campbells studies. Shes showing plant based nutrition and its the way to go!!! Trust her on that. The dairy industry has spent billions demonising soya and in the science community we know the truth, sadly the public have been duped! Why duped? Marketing and money.... it always is.

[@SensualBrunette]

@Panes soy is estrogenic, no good.

[@supersweet131]

Love you, Melissa! Thank you for everything!😍

[@vibgulati]

Do you recommend Keto for women in their 40s?

[@ginaschlitz6337]

Vegan for 15 years. Beans are not a complete protein source alone, with the exception of soy. You have to eat rice or I believe nuts or seeds same day, not necessarily same meal, to make it complete. I don’t like protein powder so struggle with the amount you’re suggesting without eating a ton of carbs or a lot of faux meat.

[@evelynsaungikar3553]

Beans plus any grain, including wheat, corn, etc. will give you complete protein.

[@jt9058]

Be careful with the nutritional yeast. I had months of migraines that came on somewhat suddenly. After keeping a food journal, I identified it to nutritional yeast. I looked at the side effects and sure enough ….. it said “may trigger migraines in some individuals”! 😮 I was shocked! I stopped taking it and poof….migraines gone!

[@kerriewithpurpose5722]

Omg..yessssss....that was happening to me too 😢....I could not understand I would have excruciating migraines which I never had before.....it was horrible....I realized that I just can't use nutritional yeast

[@olaines9154]

Did u buy the one with b12? If so then I think it’s the b12. Try the normal one without it

[@jeaniecurry4512]

I just found you today and I would have never guessed you were over 50

[@cinma4890]

Great tips. Starting on more protein today.

[@KH-vn1ow]

Melissa please tell me where you buy your tops from. Loving them 🤩

[@kimdaley9149]

I'm not much on taking protein powders of not heard too many good things other than taking collagen, which I've taken that I used to put them in smoothies. I need to buy some more of that because I know that collagen is what supports your bone and has protein in it. I like what you said though about the straight training and exercise

[@gwenmadziwanyika7988]

Amazing vid and meal suggestions❤❤❤

[@desireehall-bl6qt]

You’re gorgeous, thank you for your advice

[@MelissaNeill]

You are so welcome

[@Daisy-xl4xu]

Just found your channel and you are helping me so much!!

[@Daisy-xl4xu]

What about peanut butter or almond butters etc?

[@lola70k]

My Goodness, I thought you were like 36! You look amazingly young and beautiful!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@deealex1402]

you forgot to mention that muscle increases metabolic rate.Using your muscles helps burn glucose and improves the way insulin works. That's why blood glucose levels usually come down during exercise The muscle cells in your body use energy, while the fat cells store energy.Muscle fortifies the bones, ligaments and tendons and also boosts immune system, its not all about having less fat, the benefits are a bit wider in range than that. Protein is not enough after age of 40s, hight good fatty acids are a must also. people are too afraid to use fats.

[@deannabarnes3771]

Missy's wearing my favorite color. Good to know information.

[@MelissaNeill]

So glad!

[@erintottenham4561]

I’m really struggling. I went through menopause at 43! I was okay for a bit since I already lifted weights and exercised as well as paid attention to nutrition, but now, at 45, I am packing on inches (& pounds). I’m really struggling bc when I pay attention to getting the correct amount of protein, I end up eating too many calories. My other issue is stress eating and I am doing it more and honestly think some of the time, I really am very hungry. Double loss of hormones with hypothyroidism. Again, always paid attention to diet exercise and was able to manage until now. It’s like my body has become overwhelmed!!!

[@wendywilliamssimplyblessed2894]

Thank you Melissa ❤ God bless 🙌

[@Rustr2014]

Thank you. Very helpful💯❤❤❤

[@whitneymartinez3342]

I eat PB (for hormone health this works wonders for me) and I do manage to get my body weights worth of protein a day. However, my carbs will always be higher than someone eating animal protein. Is this something that will slow down the process of burning the last bit of fat I'm trying to lose, while weight training and trying to build muscle?

[@CelineNoyce]

I have been on a diet since I was 16. Every diet required less and less food to lose and now... I wonder.. is that why I am always 40 lbs over weight? I necessarily have been protein starved. I have always known I was weak. I worried when we would get a snow storm... I had trouble when I wanted to paint a room. I had to take frequent breaks. So I have thrown the scale out and I got to the gym to lift weights now 2 -3 x a week. I have also taken efforts to up my calories and up my protein.

[@MelissaNeill]

You've got this! 💪

[@TrishStarr]

Can’t too much protein dangerously and negatively affect your EGFR kidney level?

[@creolebttrfly]

I need to loose 60 lbs over 1 year. Should my protein intake be my goal weight?

[@dabeezkneez8716]

Yes

[@fruitfullynourishing]

Yes.

[@amrahfusion]

What about when i want to look big and juicy and not shredded? I mean, i have to bulk, when i want to build muscles, right?

[@suzieferguson1065]

Isn’t that much protein hard on the kidneys?

[@joylane4735]

Thanks for all of this great info. I will incorporate these tips TODAY!

[@proanimaluver6487]

Ok...I'm 148 now, but I don't do a whole lot of lifting or cardio but I do a little something almost daily. Do I need 148 of protein if I'm not very very active? 😊

[@larakathryn2955]

Is this per day? or per meal? Thanks so much.

[@fruitfullynourishing]

Try .8 per body weight just to maintain. When you start lifting and working out, yes, you will need 148 or eat around your goal weight. For example, if you want to weigh 130 then eat 130 grams of protein.

[@oanairani41]

@@larakathryn2955 Per day...you need to eat 1 gram of protein per " ideal body weight". So if you are 148, but working on being 135 lb, you'll eat 135 grams of protein.

[@obibear123]

So I’m 132lbs so that’s 132g of protein a day. Eggs chicken and salmon I love ❤

[@kimdaley9149]

Yeah I think that fish since his sardines and mackerel and salmon fish is really good

[@Daisy-xl4xu]

What is the cassin powder brand it was shown from the back

[@lisabrookbank3924]

How do you eat your smoked salmon?

[@korenarunnion9531]

I have a question about protein powder, I love the ease of drinking it but it causes me to have gas so I've had to avoid it. Do you have any suggestions on this please?

[@louferguson7048]

I got gas with whey but with pea protein I don’t. Worth a try. 😎

[@carolynpatterson5217]

Check if the powder has dairy or wheat in it. Sometimes it’s sneaky but ends up in there.

[@lynnshasta3901]

I'm similar, ugh. Have you found one that's better? Meanwhile ill check my ingredients. Thanks

[@Emma-gr4ir]

Hi Melissa, great video 😊 please can you tell me which nutritional yeast you are referring to when you say 15g of protein per tablespoon? because the Engevita one only seems to have 7.4g of protein per tablespoon? 🤔

[@StaceyT1978]

I’m Vegan and I’ve started eating more protein. I’ve noticed that I’ve put on weight around my stomach and I’m Bloated all the time. Is this normal?

[@MariaDiazskn]

Careful with soy based products. There's a proved relation between the ingestion of those and pancreatic inflammation which can lead to big, big problems. It was my basic protein intake for years and some time ago, out of the blue, I discovered my pancreas was strained. My specialist couldn't find a reason for that since I never drank or smoked and was always slim. So I think that soy caused it.

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you for sharing! 🙂

[@simonafanelli6344]

the daily meal looks really good but the portion if the dinner is probably 1 third of what I would have, so does it mean no carbs at dinner? no rice quinoa or rice cakes?

[@MelissaNeill]

As long as you're eating within your daily calorie intake, you can include carbs in any of your meals even dinner.

[@simonafanelli6344]

@MelissaNeill thank you my problem is dinners, I overeat at dinner and then have a snack of fruit before 8. I cant seem to be able to decrease the size of my plates, lots of veggies, kimchi, chicken and rice cakes or rice but yes I definately eat over my calories. In the past 3 months I've increased weight but i can see muscle growth compared to 6 months ago. I can see fat too which wasn't there before .... unfortunately stress , lack of sleep and alcohol don't help.

[@tamikaradford4326]

Thank you

[@creolebttrfly]

Also is this per meal?

[@Waiting_with_oil_lamp_full]

I'm only supposed to have 1200 calories a day to maintain my weight but have trouble not going over trying to get 115 grams of protein a day. Any tips?

[@olaines9154]

That’s pretty low in calories. Maybe you should recalculate how many calories u need. I’m not a professional but 1200 is low.

[@Kodak718]

What do you usually eat with the beans instead of rice and potatoes?

[@monamrith]

Two different measurement systems: Get your body weight in lbs and then get the protein in grams. So someone who weighs 63 kgs, is 139 lbs, so gets 139 grams of protein per day.

[@NA-sb2kd]

You look so awesome. Im 46 and really trying to take my health seriously and get in good shape. Ive lost 16 lbs so far for the year, down from 177 to 161. However Im also prediabetic and I believe insulin resistant. Do you have any advice on increasing insulin sensitivity? Besides exercise and strength training.

[@MelissaNeill]

Nutrition is a very important part of our fitness journey. 🙂

[@beverlywilliams6962]

Thank you. Very helpful. I will relook at my protein intake.

[@dunkerA007]

56???? She looks like shes 30! Wow! Amazing ❤

[@kcdw3495]

The free nutrition guide is no longer linked.

[@MelissaNeill]

You can sign up for my free nutrition guide here: melissaneill.com/free-mealplan/

[@926paaja]

The only thing I would disagree with is not having rice with your beans … rice And beans is actually a complete protein with every amino acid you need for synthesis. Beans are incomplete but with the rice they become perfecto!😂

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@926paaja]

@@MelissaNeill I think you’re totally amazing btw!! I watch all your videos and have the app! Thank you !!

[@dwunahenton7218]

I'm going to make egg muffins for a snack.

[@proanimaluver6487]

Watching your vid while downing collagen..20 grams

[@kimdaley9149]

I like to use Dr. Axes college in ancient nutrition

[@user-xm8mf2ty4x]

Can I just say I heard nothing after hearing you say you’re 56!!!!!!! Wow!!!!!!! 😱

[@WanderingNature]

Thought you were in your 30’s when I clicked on the Video!

[@MelissaNeill]

💪💪

[@anneb5603]

Sardines, but them skinned and boned, little bit more e☺

[@kimdaley9149]

I wouldn't eat fried chicken but I would eat baked chicken

[@sassysandie2865]

According to The China Study, we don’t need that much protein and it can contribute to cancer. I’ve looked at some good randomized controlled meta studies by some of the major journals and they don’t support that much protein. Do you have any good meta studies supporting your claims?

[@silkyslim2111]

Her body is her meta study. Have a nice day.

[@sassysandie2865]

@@silkyslim2111 lots of bodies look good but doesn’t mean they are necessarily healthy. Look at Bob Harper, for example, of The Biggest Loser. He was buffed and had a heart attack. Too much protein can cause kidney disease. Yes, she looks great and there is no disputing it but I want to be healthy and not just look great. Sometimes we don’t start having health problems until older even if in good shape. It’s ok to question people who are putting out dietary advice, isn’t it? I question everything, especially these days……

[@sassysandie2865]

@Tepid Cupcake with all due respect, yours is an anecdotal story. What “China Study” diet did you do?

[@jdoveyk9422]

Lol... China! Her results are her data... but keep watching others do what you won’t until you get your meta studies... 25 yrs from now.

[@stilleyerise8870]

@@sassysandie2865 Well said!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@annpringle8219]

What do you you have for vegetarians. Everyone dosen't eat meat.

[@PH7018c]

For vegs: lentils (with rice) ,chick peas, peanut butter.. Some channels on vegan weight lifting have nutrition recomendations of this type.

[@thor7262]

@@PH7018c You can get vegan protein supplements. I only ever tried one and didn’t like it. It was made from pea protein.

[@PH7018c]

I have tasted some of them.. I used one from soy beans.. it was tasty.. and other one from blends.. Whey protein is from milk.. if vegs can take it, it's ok..

[@anneb5603]

Sardines are great. Get them skinned and boned. Really nice in a sandwich

[@claude6480]

👍👍👍

[@alibrowne6374]

I noticed you have no bread at all.

[@MelissaNeill]

I sometimes eat bagels.

[@cdawnd1672]

You lost me at limiting red meat.

[@realreviews4017]

I think it is safe to say we all want a Ken, you lucky lady getting that food seasoned.

[@SensualBrunette]

We definitely should NOT limit our consumption of red meat!

[@akilahmorris6154]

Yes I agree, eat everything in moderation.

[@jessiesheldon-huffey1824]

I personally don't like to eat meat unless it comes from animals I raise myself or I know the farmer. You really don't know what is in the red meat distributed in the grocery store.

[@926paaja]

Read the china study