The Dangerous Lie About Intermittent Fasting for Women Over 40

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Andreya Tornes

Andreya Tornes, the founder of Tone 4 Life and a no-BS hormone and metabolism coach for women 40+. She specializes in helping women lose stubborn weight, regain energy, and rebuild strength without dieting by addressing the real root causes of midlife weight gain: hormones, metabolism, and muscle loss. Known for blending functional medicine science with real-life strategy, Andreya has helped hundreds of women who “did everything right” finally see results. Her work focuses on sustainable body recomposition, hormone education, and helping women feel powerful in their bodies again.


Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • Discover why this popular trend may not be the best approach for women in this age group and what to consider instead.
  • Uncover the reasons why this common advice can backfire, especially for women over 40, and what truly drives weight loss.
  • Learn how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause impact weight gain and metabolism, and what you can do to address these shifts.
  • Find out how increasing your caloric intake can actually help reset your metabolism and promote sustainable weight loss.
  • Understand the importance of incorporating protein into every meal and how it can aid in muscle maintenance and fat loss.
  • Explore how peptides can support weight loss and hormonal balance, and why they might be a game-changer for women struggling with stubborn weight.
  • Get clarity on misconceptions about strength training and why lifting weights is essential for women looking to tone their bodies.
  • Discover the importance of tailored nutrition plans that consider individual hormonal and metabolic needs for effective weight management.
  • Be inspired by transformative client experiences that highlight the effectiveness of a holistic approach to health and wellness.

In this episode…

Andreya dives deep into the common misconceptions surrounding weight loss strategies, particularly the dangerous lie about intermittent fasting for women over 40. You might think that simply eating less and exercising more is the key to shedding those extra pounds, but Andreya challenges this notion and reveals why this approach can backfire, especially as our bodies undergo hormonal changes.


Andreya emphasizes the importance of understanding your unique hormonal landscape. As she shares her insights on the impact of estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol, you’ll discover how these hormones play a crucial role in your body’s ability to lose weight and maintain energy levels.


In this episode of Beauty Talk, host Daniel Gouw interviews Andreya Tornes, the founder of Tone for Life and a hormone and metabolism coach specializing in helping women over 40. Andreya shares her journey from dental hygiene to fitness, inspired by her own transformation through weight training. She discusses the importance of addressing the root causes of midlife weight gain, including hormones, metabolism, and muscle loss, rather than relying on restrictive diets. Andreya emphasizes her mission to empower women by blending functional medicine science with practical strategies for sustainable body recomposition. Tune in to learn how to regain energy, lose stubborn weight, and feel powerful in your body again!

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