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Sheryl Takayama
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  • Ep 6: 5 Reasons Why Low Carb Works So Well for Fat Loss after 35
    Discover the game-changing approach to weight loss that works especially well once you're over 35, and learn the five reasons why low-carb eating could be your ultimate solution to sustainable weight management. Join Sheryl Takayama as she reveals how changing your nutrition can transform your energy, regulate insulin, and help you enjoy delicious meals while effortlessly shedding kilos—without feeling like you're on a restrictive diet. If you're a woman struggling with weight loss, stubborn belly fat, and endless energy crashes, this podcast episode is your roadmap to understanding how to work with your body, not against it. Ep 6: Why Low Carb Works So Well for Fat Loss after 35 Show Notes Are you a woman over 35 struggling with weight loss, constant energy crashes, and stubborn belly fat? In this episode, I break down the science behind why traditional dieting stops working and reveal the powerful low-carb approach that has helped me maintain a 30-kilo weight loss for over 23 years. As a qualified nutritionist and weight loss coach, I've dedicated my career to helping women break free from the dieting cycle and discover a sustainable way of eating that actually works for their changing bodies. This episode will help you understand the top 5 reasons why it is so successful. What You'll Learn The real reason diets become less effective after 35 How hormones impact your metabolism and weight loss The science behind insulin resistance and weight gain Why low-carb eating stabilizes energy levels How to feel satisfied and full while losing weight Delicious foods you can enjoy on a low-carb diet A simple strategy to kickstart your low-carb journey Key Moments Energy Transformation Discover how switching from carb-heavy meals to protein and healthy fats can end your constant energy rollercoaster. Say goodbye to mid-afternoon slumps and multiple coffee runs. Insulin and Weight Loss Learn how insulin resistance sabotages your weight loss efforts and how a low-carb approach can help you unlock your body's fat-burning potential, especially around your midsection. Satiety and Satisfaction Understand why low-carb eating keeps you fuller for longer, eliminating constant hunger and helping you break free from restrictive diet cycles. Delicious and Sustainable Eating Explore how low-carb doesn't mean bland food. Enjoy cheese, avocados, eggs, and more while achieving your weight loss goals. Hormonal Weight Loss Strategy Get insights into addressing the root causes of weight gain for women over 35, including hormone changes and metabolic slowdown. Coming up NextJoin me next week, where I will go through the template for a perfect low carb plate. This is a template you can follow whether you're at home, on holiday or in a restaurant. It's your new template for success! LINKS:➡️Download by FREE E-book with a 5-day Low Carb Meal Plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes: CLICK HERE➡️Start losing weight on Monday with my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss Programme, designed for the specific fat-burning needs of over 35's: FIND OUT MORE➡️Continue your low carb journey with monthly Fat Loss Acceleration Protocols, resources, meal plans, delicious recipes, support and inspiration in Why Weight Academy: FIND OUT MORE➡️Check out all my recipes and resources on the Why Weight Academy Website HERE Follow me on TikTok: sheryltakayamaFollow me on Facebook: Why Weight AcademyFollow me on Instagram: sheryl_whyweightacademy And if you enjoy this show, please leave a quick rating & review - your support is so appreciated and will mean the world to me!
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  • *Bonus Episode* How to Survive Easter Without Sabotaging your Weight Loss journey: Your Complete Success Plan
    Your Easter Plan for Weight Loss Success Show Notes In today's special bonus episode, I share my proven Easter Success Plan that has helped me maintain my 30 kilo weight loss through 23 Easter weekends. If you're on a weight loss journey and worried about navigating holiday temptations, I'll guide you through practical strategies to stay on track without feeling deprived. Learn how to create boundaries, manage cravings, and maintain your momentum through one of the most chocolate-filled weekends of the year. This episode provides actionable tips for low carb eating during holidays, managing sugar cravings, and maintaining healthy habits when surrounded by temptation. What You'll Learn How to create a personalized Easter weekend strategy that aligns with your weight loss goals Practical techniques to prevent blood sugar crashes and reduce cravings The importance of pre-planning your food choices and setting clear boundaries My personal strategies for navigating sugar addiction during holidays Key nutrition tips to keep you feeling full and satisfied throughout Easter How to avoid the all-or-nothing thinking that derails weight loss progress Simple habits for maintaining your momentum after holiday weekends Why staying hydrated is crucial for weight loss success, especially during holidays How to use strategic movement to manage blood sugar levels after indulgent meals Key Moments Introduction to the Easter Success Plan for sustainable weight loss The importance of visualizing how you want to feel after the weekend Creating your personalized success plan before Good Friday Why protein with every meal is non-negotiable for blood sugar stability My personal struggle with sugar addiction and how I manage holiday treats now The connection between dehydration, hunger signals and weight loss How strategic exercise helps stabilize blood sugar after eating Why sleep is your secret weapon against holiday cravings Managing your environment to reduce temptation Avoiding the all-or-nothing thinking trap that sabotages progress How to recover quickly if you go off plan My reminder that Easter is just one weekend, not a month-long sugar fest Coming Up Next Join me next week where I will talk about why the low carb way of eating is so effective for fat burning once we hit our mid 30's and beyond. Remember, the only thing that's going to stop you reaching your goal is if you quit. Never, ever give up! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. And if you want more support on your weight loss journey, grab my free 5-day low carb meal plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes through the link below. LINKS:➡️Download by FREE E-book with a 5-day Low Carb Meal Plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes: CLICK HERE➡️Start losing weight on Monday with my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss Programme, designed for the specific fat-burning needs of over 35's: FIND OUT MORE➡️Continue your low carb journey with monthly Fat Loss Acceleration Protocols, resources, meal plans, delicious recipes, support and inspiration in Why Weight Academy: FIND OUT MORE➡️Check out all my recipes and resources on the Why Weight Academy Website HERE Follow me on TikTok: sheryltakayamaFollow me on Facebook: Why Weight AcademyFollow me on Instagram: sheryl_whyweightacademy And if you enjoy this show, please leave a quick rating & review - your support is so appreciated and will mean the world to me!
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  • Ep 5: What Low Carb REALLY Looks Like
    What Low Carb Really Looks Like: A Simple, Sustainable Approach to Nutrition Show Notes Today I'm breaking down my proven low-carb nutrition strategy that has helped clients achieve sustainable weight loss for over two decades. Forget extreme diets – this is about creating a delicious, satisfying eating plan that actually works long-term. What You'll Learn The difference between low-carb and no-carb/keto diets My specific low-carb guideline - how many carbs I recommend per day Why protein and healthy fats are crucial to your nutrition plan and how much you should eat Which fruits and vegetables to limit or avoid How to make low-carb eating enjoyable and sustainable Key Moments 00:37 Understanding low-carb: definitions and misconceptions 00:37 Understanding Low Carb: Definitions and Misconceptions 02:09 The Low Carb Food Plan: Practical Guidelines 06:04 Protein and Healthy Fats: Essential Components 10:09 Summary and Top Tips for Starting Low Carb 11:07 Conclusion and Support Resources Your ACTION Tip Start today by checking food labels for hidden carbs. Awareness is the first step to making meaningful changes with your nutrition. Coming up NextIn the next episode, I'll dive deep into the science behind why low-carb eating is so effective for weight loss and explore its additional health benefits. LINKS:➡️Download by FREE E-book with a 5-day Low Carb Meal Plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes: CLICK HERE➡️Start losing weight on Monday with my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss Programme, designed for the specific fat-burning needs of over 35's: FIND OUT MORE➡️Continue your low carb journey with monthly Fat Loss Acceleration Protocols, resources, meal plans, delicious recipes, support and inspiration in Why Weight Academy: FIND OUT MORE➡️Check out all my recipes and resources on the Why Weight Academy Website HERE Follow me on TikTok: sheryltakayamaFollow me on Facebook: Why Weight AcademyFollow me on Instagram: sheryl_whyweightacademy And if you enjoy this show, please leave a quick rating & review - your support is so appreciated and will mean the world to me!
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  • Ep 4: Discovering Low Carb - the key to permanent results!
    How I discovered the low carb way of eating, learning that 'calories in vs calories out' is not the answer, and the changes I made to my nutrition that helped me take control of my weight, once and for all! Show Notes In this episode of the Why Wait podcast, I share my personal journey of discovering the low carb lifestyle that transformed my relationship with food and helped me maintain my 30kg weight loss for over two decades. I explain how despite following what I thought was "healthy eating" advice and exercising regularly, my weight was slowly creeping up until I met with a nutritionist who introduced me to low carb eating. I reveal how switching from high-carb foods to protein-rich meals with healthy fats not only helped me lose those stubborn extra kilos but also eliminated my constant hunger, improved my energy levels, and ultimately inspired my career as a nutritionist and weight loss coach for women who struggle with similar challenges. What You'll Learn Why I discovered that calorie counting alone wasn't effective for my sustainable weight loss How foods I thought were "healthy" like fruit, yogurt, and cereal were actually sabotaging my efforts The specific meal plan changes I made when transitioning to a low carb lifestyle Why adding healthy fats to my diet reduced my hunger and eliminated my need for constant snacking How accountability and professional guidance became crucial elements in my weight loss journey Why I believe a low carb approach works particularly well for women with "energy efficient" bodies like mine Key Moments 02:05 - How I first learnt about the low carb way of eating 03:24 - How I transformed my diet and daily food choices after adopting the low carb food plan 05:54 - The impact of low carb on my health journey 07:23 - The importance of accountability and how it helped me stay on track 08:47 - How this experience inspired me to become a nutritionist, so I could help others Coming up nextNext week, I'll dive into exactly what low carb looks like - what you can eat at each meal, and simple changes that will have a dramatic impact on your blood sugar levels, energy and health. LINKS:➡️Download by FREE E-book with a 5-day Low Carb Meal Plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes: CLICK HERE➡️Start losing weight on Monday with my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss Programme, designed for the specific fat-burning needs of over 35's: FIND OUT MORE➡️Continue your low carb journey with monthly Fat Loss Acceleration Protocols, resources, meal plans, delicious recipes, support and inspiration in Why Weight Academy: FIND OUT MORE➡️Check out all my recipes and resources on the Why Weight Academy Website HERE Follow me on TikTok: sheryltakayamaFollow me on Facebook: Why Weight AcademyFollow me on Instagram: sheryl_whyweightacademy And if you enjoy this show, please leave a quick rating & review - your support is so appreciated and will mean the world to me!
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  • Ep 3: How I lost 30kg in one year (without knowing anything about nutrition!)
    Episode 3: "How I Lost 30kg in One Year (Without Any Nutrition Knowledge)" Show Notes In this episode, I share the story of my weight loss journey and how I successfully lost 30kg (66lbs) in just one year while teaching English in Japan—without any special nutrition knowledge, diet plan or internet resources. What You'll Learn The unexpected triggers and life changes that created momentum and got my weight loss journey going Why creating an exciting short-term goal became a powerful motivation to keep taking action How living in a foreign country gave me the freedom to prioritize self-care for the first time The importance of consistency and patience when starting a fitness routine (and why I actually gained weight after my first month of exercise) Simple mindset techniques I used to stay motivated, including visual reminders and my "tomorrow morning test" Why social support played a crucial role in maintaining my exercise habits How I've successfully maintained my weight loss for 27 years (except during my pregnancies) Key Moments The challenges of being overweight in Japan and the physical discomfort that came with it The surprising weight gain after one month of regular exercise and why I didn't quit The exciting goal that "put a rocket up my ass" and created momentum The simplicity of my approach to eating and exercise without strict dieting The transformative moment of buying a bikini for Thailand and realizing I had nailed my goal....and how it gave me the determination to make my changes permanent Coming up next: Tune in next week to hear how I discovered the low-carb way of eating that helped me maintain my weight loss for decades and became the foundation of my career as a weight loss coach. LINKS:➡️Download by FREE E-book with a 5-day Low Carb Meal Plan and 5 delicious dinner recipes: CLICK HERE➡️Start losing weight on Monday with my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss Programme, designed for the specific fat-burning needs of over 35's: FIND OUT MORE➡️Continue your low carb journey with monthly Fat Loss Acceleration Protocols, resources, meal plans, delicious recipes, support and inspiration in Why Weight Academy: FIND OUT MORE➡️Check out all my recipes and resources on the Why Weight Academy Website HERE Follow me on TikTok: sheryltakayamaFollow me on Facebook: Why Weight AcademyFollow me on Instagram: sheryl_whyweightacademy And if you enjoy this show, please leave a quick rating & review - your support is so appreciated and will mean the world to me!
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