Are you over 40, eating healthy, moving your body but still struggling with weight, energy and your hormones?

In this episode, Ilana is joined by returning guest Tess Masters to explore the deeper layers of nutrition, menopause, and sustainable health for women over 40. Together, they unpack the shift from restrictive dieting to strategic nourishment, and why a holistic approach to food, stress, and self-care is essential for long-term wellbeing.

This conversation blends personal stories, expert insights, and practical wisdom to help you rethink your relationship with food, your body, and your energy.

What you'll hear in this episode:

Why healthy eating alone isn't enough and the importance of strategic nourishment, especially over 40
The biggest mistakes women make with food, including undereating, chasing quick fixes, and ignoring gut health
How stress, nervous system imbalance, and hormones impact weight, energy, and overall wellbeing
The shift from rigid diets to flexibility, balance, and bio-individual nutrition
Why self-care, boundaries, and listening to your body are essential for sustainable health

This episode will challenge the way you've been taught to think about food and empower you to approach your health in a more aligned, supportive, and realistic way.

If you're ready to feel energised, nourished, and back in control of your body, this is a must-listen episode. Tune in now at ilanak.com.au/podcast or your favourite podcast app 🎧.

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