About this episode
The intermittent fasting craze has left so many of us confused about whether we should eat breakfast or skip it entirely. I've watched women swing from one extreme to the other - from grabbing a muffin and latte on the run to forcing themselves to wait until noon to eat their first meal. But here's what I've learned after years of working with women in midlife: there's no one-size-fits-all answer, but there IS a sweet spot that works for most of us. When I see women struggling with energy crashes, afternoon cravings, and that constant feeling of being "hangry," I often trace it back to how they're starting their day. The truth about breakfast for women over 40 is that it sets your metabolic tone for the entire day - and that can either work for you or against you. When you understand how to break your fast properly (and yes, even if you eat at 10 AM, you're still breaking a fast), you can stop that blood sugar roller coaster before it even starts and finally feel in control of your hunger and energy again. What you’ll learn: Why the timing of your first meal matters more than you think - discover the 90-minute to 2-hour sweet spot that can transform your entire day How to tell if you're a coffee fast metabolizer or slow metabolizer - and why this knowledge could be the key to better sleep and sustained energy The 40-gram protein rule that changes everything - why women over 40 need more protein than ever to overcome anabolic resistance and maintain muscle What really happens when you start your day with a "muffin and latte" - the blood sugar roller coaster that keeps you trapped in cravings all day long The loaded smoothie formula that delivers 40+ grams of protein - plus my favorite high-protein breakfast combinations that actually taste amazing How to do intermittent fasting the right way for women over 40 - why eating from noon to 8 PM might be sabotaging your results The 10-gram fiber rule that stops energy crashes - how this simple addition creates steady, sustained energy without the crash When to eat your last meal for optimal fat burning - the 3-4 hour window that lets your body actually rest and repair Love the Podcast? Here’s what to do: Make My Day & Share Your Thoughts! Subscribe to the podcast & leave me a review Text a screenshot to 813-565-2627 Expect a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Join 55,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free? Go to subscribetojj.com Enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99/month or $49.99/year (save 17%!) Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/eatbreakfast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices