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Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Dr Orlena Kerek weight loss coach

Welcome to Your Journey Back to Vibrant HealthIf you"re a woman over 40 who feels like her body has stopped cooperating—despite doing everything that used to work—you"re in the right place.This podcast is for you if you"re juggling aging parents, demanding kids, a stressful career, and the hormonal rollercoaster of menopause that"s turned your metabolism upside down. Maybe you"re frustrated because the diet and exercise routine that worked in your 30s now feels completely useless. Those shifting

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All Episodes

21:06

The One Nutrition Shift That Matters More Than...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2026/04/14

Why everything you've been told about losing weight after 40 is wrong — and what actually works If you've ever eaten less, counted every calorie, and still watched the weight creep on — this episode is for you. Dr. Orlena cuts through the noise to reveal why calorie restriction is the wrong tool for women over 40, and what the science of your gut microbiome tells us about weight, energy, and long-term health instead. Inside, you'll discover the one nutritional shift that has more impact than ...

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25:05

The New Smoking: Why Your Log Burner Is More...

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2026/03/31

What if the cosy crackling fire you love is doing the same damage as a cigarette? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Wan — a London-based doctor and air quality campaigner — to tackle one of the most overlooked health risks hiding in our homes and neighbourhoods: wood smoke. We know cigarettes are deadly. But here's what most people don't know: burning a log produces nearly identical toxic particles. In fact, a single log burner in your living room pumps out mo...

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21:05

Cortisol, Menopause & the Stress-Weight Connection...

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2026/03/17

Why won't the weight budge — even when you're doing everything right? If you've been eating well, moving your body, and still feeling frustrated by the number on the scale, there's a piece of the puzzle most people completely overlook: stress. In this episode of Fit and Fabulous, Dr. Orlena breaks down the powerful — and often invisible — relationship between chronic stress, hormones, and weight gain, with a special focus on how menopause turns the dial up even further. You'll discover: Why c...

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37:41

Muscle Is Your Pension Fund: Investing in Your Future...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2026/03/03

What if the most important health decision you make in midlife isn’t about dieting… but about getting stronger? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Lynette Ewart — GP and strength coach — explains why lifting weights might be the most underrated intervention for women in the second half of life. This episode goes far beyond body shape or fat loss. We talk about: • Why strength is the key to independence as we age • What really happens to muscle and the nervous system after menopause • Why “hea...

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48:27

Menopause, Metabolism & Muscle: What Every Woman...

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2026/02/17

If you’ve ever felt like your body changed overnight after 40… If abdominal fat appeared even though you “didn’t change anything”… If you’ve been told it’s just about eating less and moving more… This episode will change the way you see your body forever. In this powerful conversation, we unpack why the traditional weight-loss narrative fails women in midlife — and what actually works instead. You’ll discover: Why focusing on the scale is misleading — and why body composition is what truly ma...

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20:03

Menopause Metabolism: Why You Have to Do Things...

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2026/02/03

Have you noticed that what used to work… suddenly doesn’t anymore? You’re eating the same, moving the same, doing your best — yet your body feels different. Softer. Heavier around the middle. Less responsive. And quietly frustrating. In this episode of Fit and Fabulous, I’m unpacking one hormone that changes everything in midlife: oestrogen. We’ll explore: Why oestrogen affects far more than fertility — including muscle, inflammation, stress, gut health, and fat storageWhy menopause weight ga...

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31:26

Eating for Strength, Energy & Longevity After 40 –...

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2026/01/20

Feeling confused about plant-based eating, protein, meat, and all the noise online? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr Orlena is joined by naturopathic doctor and nutrition myth-buster Dr Matthew Nagra for a calm, science-led conversation that cuts through the confusion around vegan, plant-based, and meat-heavy diets. Together, they explore what the research actually tells us — not influencer opinions, diet trends, or fear-based headlines. You’ll hear: Why the strongest evidence consistent...

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18:01

The Truth About Weight Loss After 40 (You're Not Broken)

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2026/01/06

Are you doing everything "right" but your body stopped responding? You're not broken—the rules just changed. If you've found yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I do this anymore?"—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. Dr. Orlena reveals why weight loss and energy management feel so much harder after 40, and spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with willpower, discipline, or laziness. Through her own transformation from a sports-phobic teenager to ...

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20:51

Christmas Without the Health Crash: Your 4-Pillar...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/12/16

Stop fighting with yourself over Christmas cookies. There's a better way. In this episode, Dr. Orlena shares a powerful client story that changes everything about how we think about holiday eating. Imagine walking into a European patisserie—vanilla and sugar filling the air, pastries glistening behind glass—and genuinely, easily choosing just coffee. No internal battle. No guilt. Just... peace. Here's what you'll discover: ✨ The difference between deprivation and true food freedom – Why the o...

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22:31

How to Navigate Holiday Eating Without the Guilt (or...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/12/02

Tired of the Holiday Weight Gain Cycle? Here's How to Break Free The festive season doesn't have to mean abandoned health goals and January regrets. In this episode, Dr. Orlena tackles one of the biggest challenges healthy eaters face: social eating during the holidays. Drawing from her own journey—from medical school rejection to eventually becoming a doctor—Dr. Orlena shares a powerful truth: if you really want to make lasting change happen, you can. But it requires strategy, not willpower....

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26:25

The Inflammation-Weight Connection Every Menopausal...

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2025/11/18

Feeling stuck despite doing "all the right things"? You're not imagining it. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why midlife weight loss feels impossible—and it's not about willpower. The culprit? Chronic inflammation that creates self-perpetuating cycles in your body during perimenopause. Discover: Why small steps work better than dramatic overhauls - Learn how Dr. Orlena went from exhausted, overwhelmed mom to thriving wellness enthusiast by starting with just one hour of yoga p...

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21:35

From Stuck to Strong: Making Health Changes That...

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2025/11/04

Are you doing "reasonably well" with your health but secretly know you need to make real changes? If you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and struggling with stubborn abdominal weight, low energy, or that nagging feeling that you're not living your healthiest life—this episode is your roadmap forward. Dr. Orlena reveals why the weight loss strategies that worked in your 20s no longer apply, and shares the truth about abdominal fat that nobody tells you: it can take 6-12 months to respond even w...

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19:24

Why you’re not losing weight after 45 (and what...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/10/22

Are you eating healthy and exercising, but the scale refuses to budge? In this episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why everything that worked in your 20s and 30s suddenly stopped working—and it's not your fault. Your body fundamentally changed, and nobody told you the new rules. Through the story of "Kate," a frustrated 50-year-old who suddenly gained abdominal weight despite living healthily, Dr. Orlebna unpacks the biological reality of perimenopause and menopause that's sabotaging your efforts. In...

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17:44

The Hidden Ways Stress Is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/10/07

Feeling like you're doing everything right, but the weight keeps creeping up? If you're a woman over 40 juggling endless responsibilities and wondering why that glass of wine and "healthy" eating aren't delivering results, this episode reveals what's really going on beneath the surface. Dr. Orlena exposes the hidden culprit behind stubborn weight gain after 40: chronic stress. But this isn't about meditation apps or bubble baths. You'll discover how stress literally rewires your hormones and ...

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50:58

Midlife Metabolism: Understanding Hormones, Weight,...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/09/23

Send us a text So many women hit midlife and suddenly feel like their body has changed overnight—extra weight, less energy, what used to work doesn’t anymore. In this episode, I dive into: Why menopause changes your hormones, metabolism, and muscle mass.How to break free from the “fat gets fatter” cycle.The 4 pillars of lasting health: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and emotional wellness.This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about building a system and habits that help you feel vibrant, strong, and...

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21:04

How to Rewire Your Brain for Effortless Weight Loss

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2025/09/09

Send us a text Are you tired of trying every diet and exercise plan, only to feel like you're fighting an uphill battle? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why your biggest obstacle to lasting weight loss isn't what you think. Through the inspiring story of Sarah—a teacher who broke free from stress eating, work overwhelm, and body shame—you'll discover the one missing piece that makes everything else fall into place. You'll learn: Why most people don't have a knowledge gap, but ...

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16:20

The Weight Loss Trap: How Scale-Watching Sabotages...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/08/26

Send us a text Ready to break free from the scale and finally create lasting change? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena shares a powerful story about her 90-year-old neighbor that completely changed how she thinks about weight loss—and why you should stop focusing on the number on the scale if you want real, sustainable results. You'll discover the three core insights that will revolutionize your approach to health: Why your scale obsession is sabotaging your success: Learn how weight-fo...

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13:28

The Hidden Menopause-Weight Connection: Why Your Gut...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/08/05

Send us a text Are you eating "healthy" but still struggling with weight gain during menopause? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals the hidden science behind why menopause makes weight management so challenging - and it all comes down to your gut microbiome. Discover why declining estrogen doesn't just affect hot flashes, but fundamentally rewires your digestive system, tipping the balance toward inflammation and weight gain. Learn about the crucial F/B ratio (th...

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13:42

Why You're Not Seeing Results (Even When You Think...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/07/23

Send us a text Are you doing "all the right things" but still not seeing the results you want? This episode is for you if you've watched the healthy eating videos, you're exercising regularly, you're getting decent sleep, but the scale isn't budging and you're feeling frustrated and stuck. Dr. Orlena delivers some necessary hard love by revealing there are only two possible reasons you're not getting results - and neither one is what you think. She exposes the hidden hormonal saboteurs like ...

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20:30

Starting Your Health Journey from Rock Bottom: A...

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena ·

2025/07/08

Send us a text Feeling stuck at the bottom of your health mountain? If you're recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or facing significant weight loss goals that feel impossible, this episode is for you. Dr. Orlena tackles a heartfelt question from listener Beth about starting a health journey when you're facing real obstacles - not just inconveniences. In this episode, you'll discover why your previous attempts may have failed and how to create a sustainable path forward. Dr. ...

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