What I eat in a day for menopause weight loss

How to eat before during and post-menopause. Women over 40 and 50 how to eat to lose weight and balance hormones. Weight loss over 40 female and menopause diet.
Find out about my programs including my high protein meal plan here: melissaneill.c...
Thank you to Earthfare organic store for letting my film in their shop at 19 High Street, Portishead store earthfare.co.uk
Oats and protein bowl breakfast (per portion)
50g oats
1 scoop protein powder
1 banana
Handful berries
468 Calories: 71g carbs, 28g protein, 8g fat
Salmon and broccoli stir fry (per portion)
100g Salmon
50g Broccoli
100g cooked rice
Ginger, garlic, chilli peppers, spring onion
378 Calories, 37g carbs 28g protein, 14g fat
Protein & oat bars with coconut Yogurt & raspberries (per portion)
25g oats
½ scoop protein powder
12g 70% dark chocolate
50 ml plant milk
238 Calories, 21g carbs, 16g protein, 8g fat
Chickpea, sweet potato and veg curry (per portion)
200g chickpeas
50g peppers
50g spinach
50g Cauliflower
75g sweet potato
Chilli peppers, ginger, garlic, garam masala, coriander, turmeric
25 g Nutritional yeast
495 Calories 63g carbs, 32g protein, 8g fat
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[@MelissaNeill]

Find out about my programs including my high protein meal plan here: melissaneill.com/social Thank you to Earthfare organic store for letting my film in their shop at 19 High Street, Portishead store earthfare.co.uk

[@missygee6155]

I'm in America so to me you have an accent and I love listening to you speak, plus, your voice is soothing and you just seem like a nice person. I can't eat as many carbs as you do and I don't follow plant based but I enjoy your videos.

[@Miss_Annlaug]

❤I agree Its nice when people on youtube dont speak too fast and have nice voices. Makes it so much easier to listen❤😊

[@hipretty]

I love the fact that even though you are not vegetarian so many of your meals are Veg friendly. So many f your meals are either straight away good for vegetarians and Vegans or with the tiniest of adjustments! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful recipes! 💗🙏🌺

[@Pandora5617]

Thank you for all of the information and wonderful advice you give, especially for women over 50. I think you look fantastic and your shows are informative and inspiring. Keep up the good work!

[@i.l.3113]

That curry looks perfect! I've read that adding black pepper to turmeric helps your body absorb the benefits of turmeric. I didn't notice you adding that into your curry, so I thought I'd mention it. My apologies if you did or if my info is incorrect.

[@MelissaNeill]

I take Curcumin which is the same thing but highly concentrated. You should try it

[@i.l.3113]

@@MelissaNeill I will, thanks so much!

[@donoyster5309]

Black pepper exacerbates nutrition in a lot of veg, best when it is freshly cracked pepper corns

[@melissametcalf8509]

I'm going to be 41 and I am so happy I found this channel love all the info thank u 🤗

[@mirnasnewlife4108]

New Sub!!! Love your videos! I'm plantbased and would love to build muscle. I would LOVE vídeos on how to calculate macros for plantbased muscle building 🥰💕 Blessings from California 🙌🤗🥰

[@MelissaNeill]

You caculate plant based macros exactly the same as for meat eaters. 35% protein 35% carbs 30% fat is a good balance for building muscle.

[@mirnasnewlife4108]

@@MelissaNeill Thank you SO much!!!!🥰🤗🙌🙏

[@pheralyndove6611]

Thank you for this excellent video, Melissa. Going along shopping with you as well as being in the kitchen with you gives such clear instructions!

[@lindaschwartz504]

I appreciate that you showed how many grams of protein, carbs and fats to eat within the day while working out. Lately, my IBS has been irritating me and I must start to detoxify my body on a 3-4 day fast as soon as possible. I just don't feel too well. However, I also have to be careful of the various foods I am alergic too as well. Lots of research to do. Yes, I can eat squash, sweet potatoes, warm stirfrye veggies, but can't really digest beans very well. I do exercise 5-6 days per week and it depends how I feel because when I feel like this now I end up doing 25 minutes of yoga instead of my usual Zumba cardio and if I feel a little better later on I get in my strength training for 30 - 40 minutes.

[@magimagsbromfield8584]

Great video Melissa ❤ thanks for mentioning the big M. It seem women don't mention menopause, and at 55 I am searching for answers and guidance. I am is USA, just found your video and love it. Very easy to follow. One love 🇯🇲

[@MelissaNeill]

You are so welcome!

[@shakersingham2454]

Just found your channel and really enjoying it.

[@JustJami74]

This channel is exactly what I need. I'm 47 years old and I'm in the process of going from 240 pounds to 140 pounds.

[@maxxinethewoopitcher]

How’s it going for you Dear?

[@JustJami74]

@@maxxinethewoopitcher It's a struggle, but I'm plugging along.

[@loribaker6068]

I do like your videos and plans

[@mikemiller5257]

HELLO...love your content. You are amazing✌

[@christine1962ful]

Definitely want to see more! I think I have my workouts downpat, but food is where I'm have issues in terms of portion sizes and new recipe ideas! I can get bored after a few months of certain meals. Even though I know what to do, I realise it's the food side that I need to keep working on. Can you create a 4 or 6 week plan that we can use?

[@seymoursimon]

I love these videos! Was the some of the cauliflower greens you included in the curry? I’ve never seen that before!!

[@Lilboozibert]

What a nice organic market. Hard to get celeriac sometimes.

[@annesamson5489]

Ah thought we were about to meet the son! Oh well 😉Oh there he is at the end! Bless.

[@cclarke0811]

I love the video…thank you.🙏🏽Question: What’s good to eat before a morning workout?

[@missygee6155]

Nothing!! Do a fasted workout for maximum fat loss and muscle gain results, then if you can, wait 60-90 minutes after workout before you eat.

[@cclarke0811]

Thank you🙂

[@oldman0000]

@@missygee6155 you need some calories and carbs to sustain you during your workout

[@missygee6155]

@@oldman0000 nope, not if you are a fat burner where your body utilizes fat for fuel. If you are a sugar burning than you might. I prefer a fasted workout and get much better results. A meal slows me down. For optimum results the body wants to concentrate on muscle building and fat burning or resting and digesting, not both. I challenge you to try it.

[@emmesansmac475]

@@missygee6155 you apparently are not familiar with Melissa’a view on eating and working out. Fasting is exactly the opposite of what she recommends for women 40 and over. Check out other videos of hers where she explains why.

[@marcellahughes5030]

Can you share the brand of protein powder you use? Thanks

[@AgnieszkaJaworska]

Hi Melissa. I like your channel and all the information you're sharing. I'm in my 50's too. What I find confusing when do we use calories deficyt... If I have to much fat around my waist what approach should I have? Fat loss so calorie deficyt or strength training... But I understand strength training does not require calorie deficyt.... 😐 I don't know what to start with... Any advice or videos about it?

[@MrsMMcG]

I love these recipes! I can sub tofu for the salmon easily (I’m vegan) thanks Melissa! ♥️

[@octoberflower6943]

I have been struggling with menopause weight gain.

[@dawnleonard1327]

Hey Melissa, came across you recently and I'm enjoying your videos and finding the content really useful. I would love to know your thoughts on chemical additives in protein powders and oil sprays. I'm mostly plant based and would like to find a protein powder without chemical sweeteners.

[@inspiration.VoxFemina]

Are eggs a decent substitute for protein post work out? I can't tolerate those protein powders, they make me ill, literally.

[@maureengannaway8635]

Gd mrg, since fruits have natural sugar. Can you tell me what I can use instead of fruits. I'm prediabetic. I'm 56 now and committed to being health at this stage of my journey. Thank you I'm going to watch your videos to learn right now.

[@AuntieWanda]

Im not a nutritionist but I think if you workout you can have complex carbs without it spiking your blood sugar.

[@cassandrasan144]

Have you tried keto?

[@AuntieWanda]

@@cassandrasan144 it didn’t work for me. I felt weak and light headed. I prefer to work out and eat complex carbs

[@cassandrasan144]

@@AuntieWanda I’m sorry to hear that. Have you tried coconut sugar or dates?

[@monhut6124]

I think you could use inulin or chicory syrup.

[@yourstruly50only50]

Hello I am 53 and 273 pounds. I wouldl like to know how to even begin with this weight loss plan? Can you help me?

[@royaldainties7]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Awesome

[@MeSeXXXygIgI]

Thank You you’re BOMB I have become active exquisitely gorgeous & prosperous while having good stellar health all throughout my body all the way down through my stem cells SoMoteItBe ☮️☮️☮️

[@sean2val]

oatmeal always repeats on me and my wife any suggestions

[@ngripp2172]

Stop using the microwave....read dangers

[@melindahernandez8778]

I just came across one of your videos about your weight loss and strength training. I decided to check out this video too. MICROWAVING YOUR FOOD. SERIOUSLY, what are you thinking. You may want to do some research on microwaves. They totally destroy the anatomical structure of your food.

[@claude6480]

😁😁😁👍👍👍

[@sara-ann_psemedo7395]

Can I just say...I love this woman.

[@TWTE2020]

Can I eat brown rice, oats (which oats do you recommend?), wheat toast everyday? As long as I eat 1,500 calories and strength train 3 days, walk 2 days a week?

[@wildoceanappaloosawomangay2535]

You are so smart. I’ve been eating organic since I was a teen. I’m 57 and teach Yoga now and practice my Ahimsa by being vegan and an animal activist. I hope you go vegan for the animals and earth. Thank you for your wonderful channel I just discovered you. So nice to see a woman who’s in her 50s with an amazing workout and body and shares all of her knowledge in such an easy to understand way. 🙏🌱🌞

[@SarahR2D2]

Don't push your vegan views on others. It's like a cult

[@daniellethompson681]

I am a new subscriber. Thank you so much for these meals and the breakdown. So good! I am a vegetarian and love vegan food. Been finding it a challenge with the protein count but here I can see how it is broken down and from here I can work out the substitutes and readjust. I have been absorbing your content. Very grateful for your wisdom, Melissa. Thank you 🙂

[@thezanarose]

This was really helpful. Thank you. You are beautiful and amazing.

[@heatheringram2976]

Could you a video on how you eat six times a day? How many calories are in each meal and what are you eating? What do you eat before and after a workout? Thanks

[@Ms88keys1]

I’m so happy for this video. I’m 42, 178lbs trying to get to 135lbs. I’ve got my macros calculated to 200g carbs, 130g pro, 50g fat. It seems quite similar to yours. I’m going to him my basement gym hard and heavy as you suggested. I’m nervous about so many carbs but I’m trusting the theory that I need to fuel my workout and refuel my body after the workout and to not fear carbs as long as I’m hitting the weights hard and heavy. Is this true?

[@huntresssnow3669]

I'm the same weight trying to get to the same weight as you! I did manage to cut 5lbs. It gets hard after 42 doesn't it!?

[@thesubmissivemrs.]

Do you have a eating schedule? Example, do you eat after 7pm?

[@candiblue9280]

Love your healthy food choices!! Because it’s so hard to get the menopause belly down right now I am drinking a gallon of water everyday now for about two weeks now I have to start with my healthy eating journey.

[@MicahJ25]

Your video is so clear and simple to follow. I started working out in 2011 as I went to 11.9 stone. I went down to 10.7 which was my ideal weight. I did weight training dance exercises Pilates etc. During the pandemic I have put those weight on and so I came across your channel and motivated me again to get back to exercise. Your food looks delicious and simple to do. Thank you for posting those videos because it will help a lot of women especially during menopause

[@HealthyGemini]

Lovely videos ! I like the in store shopping videos. Curry soup looked delicious 😋

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you!

[@juliebriddon1736]

Do you eat before you workout? Or do you workout fasted? Also what time do you exercise? Thanks

[@michellesweightlossjourney6599]

Do whatever you need to do if it helps you remain consistent. What works for others may not work for you. I prefer fasted cardio because I get sick when I put anything on my stomach, but other people need to eat. What works for you? That's the question & that's what you should do. AM or PM workouts don't matter ..... what matters is being consistent.

[@reginamay2767]

i buy organic lemons and limes and spring onions and sweet potatoes. i also have to get dark choc while shopping and I buy the 90% cocoa

[@loribaker6068]

I’m encouraged and am just finding workouts and eating to help me trim off menopausal fat and dying muscle

[@annadevore707]

No microwave,no plastic containers if you want to be fit and healthy!!!!!!

[@rn6542]

Don’t NUKE your food!! Beats you trying to eat healthy and get the max out of your food nutrients.

[@BurcuSezer]

Amazing! I like how you included practical tips, portion sizes, protein content, etc. Please continue to make videos where you are showing which brands you buy & some of the recipes you cook. Thank you for making such valuable content. 😊

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you! Will do! here is a free nutrition guide & 14-day meal plan for women over 40 bodybybikini/offers/ihroT5f3

[@lawandafields1989]

Does muscle turns into fat or weight gain? Im focus on weight loss now I picked up since hospital

[@tatjanakane503]

You only eat 1600 calories a day? It sounds quite low. Do you ever eat any sweets?

[@Lola-Yo]

Love the shopping vlog, I enjoy a morning smoothie before the gym, yesterday had watermelon, banana, spinach, ginger, date, goji, mint, coconut water, made in the nutri bullet. I keep my chopped fruit in the freezer.

[@reginamay2767]

I eat bobs red mill gluten free oatmeal a bowl of that has 6 gms of protein. that is plenty for me at breakfast.

[@juliedsilva6626]

I'm not digging the curry, it's too watery...

[@tonyas2202]

I am using the loseit app to track my food, this app also breaks down my macros as well as calories intake. The app gives a set amount of calories per day but when you track the workout that has been done it subtracts calories burned. My question is am I suppose to be replaced the calories burned? Thank you for your videos they are truly a great help. Also what protein would you recommend for post menopause?

[@jeannejones5449]

I don’t want soy in my life. What is a clean substitute?

[@wendywertz8828]

Broccoli blocks thyroid function it’s not a good choice

[@seemabains7692]

Hi...do I need to bake the protein bars? Or just let them set and eat?

[@wendywertz8828]

Bone broth is fantastic and hormone balancing food !

[@favorbeverlyhills5204]

You are GOLDEN. I learning a lot from you.

[@Anne-bt1ps]

Hello Melissa I'm from France and discovered your channel last week, love it so much! You are so inspiring , I begin to follow your advices and your recipes! Please continue with your "what I eat in à day" ,it's so useful and inspiring❤

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you so much!!

[@paulabulluck640]

Looks so good! Can’t wait to try the Oat bars! 😋 Thank you for you guidance!

[@andreadimmick8105]

The Chicpea Curry was delicious, I made it last Sat and have two portions left in freezer, thank you for the recipe.

[@MsBrooklyn62]

OMG! 71 carbs and over 400 calories in one meal?!

[@paulab9030]

I have tried protein powder in oatmeal and I do not like the taste. I tried vanilla. Is there a brand that's good or a flavor that's neutral that someone can recommend? I like the protein powder in a shake, but in oatmeal it's just not palatable what I've tried.

[@MelissaNeill]

You can check out the ones I recommend here: www.amazon.com/shop/msmelissaneill/list/1LFDBH0ILH1U7?tag=onamzmeli0277-20&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_f.

[@stonecold2653]

seriously you need to bring out a book. just liked and subbed.look forward to more of your great content.

[@reneewilliams7425]

Ok help me you look amazing

[@jeannejones5449]

Excellent luv the salmon dish and the wild rice superb!!

[@spirtualspaz695]

I have learned so much from your videos ! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@MelissaNeill]

You are so welcome!

[@wendywertz8828]

Kefir balances hormones too !

[@The_nqeen]

Awesome video Melissa 🥰🥰🥰

[@cutenobi]

Oatmeal mixed with scrambled eggs is also a good, satisfying meal.

[@MelissaNeill]

Sounds delicious.

[@MeeksLp]

Really helpful video for us ladies going through the menopause.THANKS Melissa

[@shanab1298]

What if im whole-food, plant based vegan?

[@MelissaNeill]

Hi! There are loads of plant-based protein sources like tofu, lentils and more.

[@bels2521]

Thanks for the veg curry and the oatmeal in & out bar recipe. I will have to make it later this week.

[@carolejean63]

So you are losing weight on oatmeal you look like your not needing to lose weight

[@MelissaNeill]

No, I don't need to lose any more weight but it has become my lifestyle now.

[@alexandrav.6242]

Does that mean that you do your workout fasted??

[@MelissaNeill]

No I never workout fasted.

[@64trish]

@@MelissaNeill What did you eat before your workout in the morning? Thank you for the informative video!

[@ireneduus6170]

It's so expensive

[@a.8774]

Yesssssss

[@germainekapinga1223]

I like it

[@ae4290]

I LOVE your content!! Thank you! Are you able to speak more quickly or spend less time getting to your points? This is not a criticism, but rather, just a request. Oftentimes, I do not have the 15-30 minutes for every video. Thanks!!

[@cinderellalands8030]

What brand of protein powder do you recommend. Please help Thank you

[@theloveyourfacegal2773]

Thanks for sharing 💕, love your accent when you say raspberries 😊

[@wendywertz8828]

A meat based diet has helped me so much ! Vegetables have anti nutrients even if there organic and will cause inflammation!

[@willajackson8170]

I'm 70, just had a stroke 11/1/2921, and don't care for protein powder. Help!!!

[@veronikamcduffey5597]

I want to see more. Cooked with you. Thank you. Delicious I really enjoyed going shopping with you before making the meals with you.

[@queenwdgSMP]

New Sub….are the tips you give still good if you are not going through menopause?

[@wildoceanappaloosawomangay2535]

How are you so intelligent and articulate about health? Are you a doctor? 🙏🧘🏿‍♀️

[@fitnessbabe7958]

Everyone is different. I’m allergic to Oatmeal. I eat fruit by themselves.

[@lawandafields1989]

Well in the morning I wake up pretty tired 😴 cause I take anti depressants but I manage to eat healthy it's hard to find things to eat for me to breakfast 🍳 I eat boiled eggs turkey sausage but I get tired of it and fruit I can't eat oatmeal, I also have a sensitive stomach what should I eat for energy cause I have an ankle and back injury?

[@sensoriabeauty8182]

Love your videos and meal ideas! Portion control is very important for weight loss so really like the way you weigh out the portions. Angela Bartlett, Sensoria Beauty UK

[@Sladjana.Stankovic]

Is it the same four gaing muscl,four skiny woman ?🤔

[@octoberflower6943]

Thank you Goddess. I have been having issues with belly fat and needed mentoring.

[@iamnazmakhatun2898]

Glad to have come across your channel ❤️ Which protein powder do you use?

[@elizabethrosario2877]

You are amazing 🌺 I am so happy I found you. Changed my eating habits and I see the muscle and I feel amazing 🌺

[@carolynstockton5876]

Looks so delicious. I need to incorporate more of these wonderful veggies, spices and plant foods into my diet. Post menopausal at 61, total hysterectomy at 41.

[@w9906]

These are some delicious meals! Def gotta try these. I would like to know do you have to eat 3 meals per day in order to stay within the right protein range?

[@tobiliu1]

This was a great video Melissa with some great recipes👏👏👏 thank you🙏

[@sharonadjei9110]

Hi Melissa, your prices are in dollars. I would like the price in pounds please. Thanks