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How Sandy, 59, Boosted Energy, Cut Cravings & Lost 8lbs in 3 Months Without Keto or GLP-1 Drugs

October 01, 20252 min read

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Client: Sandy, Age 59
Location: Florida
Occupation: Real Estate Agent


Client Case Study:

Before Metabolic Mastery
When Sandy joined Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40, she was exhausted, frustrated, and ready for a change. At 59, she was battling the full force of menopause symptoms:

  • 80–90 hot flashes a day

  • Racing heart and palpitations at night

  • Constant fatigue and brain fog

  • Cravings that never seemed to stop

  • Weight piling on around her midsection

Despite trying everything from keto, intermittent fasting, prescription weight loss injections (GLP-1 drugs), antidepressants, and even consistent workouts 3–5 times per week, nothing gave her lasting relief. Weight she lost always came right back, and the exhaustion and sleepless nights were stealing her quality of life.

“I felt like I had this cloud hanging over me every day. I was heavier, more tired, and nothing I tried was working.” – Sandy

The Turning Point
During a weekend getaway, Sandy found Lara’s podcast and binge-listened to six months’ worth of episodes in just three days. For the first time, she felt like someone understood exactly what she was going through.

She hesitated at first—wondering if she could do it on her own or if investing in the program was worth it. But after five years of struggling, she realized: “What I was doing isn’t working. Something needs to change.” She joined Metabolic Mastery immediately.

Inside the Program
Sandy quickly learned that she didn’t need an overhaul, hours in the gym, or extreme restriction. Instead, she made small, doable changes that fit into her life:

  • Prioritizing protein at meals so she finally felt full and satisfied

  • Resetting her sleep rhythm to calm nighttime palpitations

  • Gentle daily practices that took just 7–10 minutes a day

  • Letting go of perfection and learning to forgive herself when she slipped

These tweaks added up fast.

The Results – Just 3 Months In

  • 8 pounds down without dieting or deprivation

  • Cravings gone — no more 3 PM snack attacks

  • Restful sleep restored after years of tossing and turning

  • Energy and calm back — she finally feels like herself again

  • All while enjoying real food and never feeling restricted

“It wasn’t hard. Little tweaks gradually get you where you are. I can actually enjoy meals, sleep through the night, and feel like myself again.” – Sandy

Sandy Today
Instead of chasing quick fixes, Sandy now feels in control of her body and confident in her ability to sustain her results. She’s living proof that menopause symptoms and stubborn midlife weight gain don’t have to be your “new normal.”


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Hi, I’m Lara, a nutritionist and weight loss coach dedicated to helping women over 40 regain their energy, boost their metabolism, and feel at home in their bodies again—without crash diets or extreme restrictions. After experiencing my own struggles with stubborn weight gain and exhausting energy dips, I discovered how to work with, not against, my body’s natural rhythms. Now, I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned and guiding other women through these changes with practical, sustainable strategies.

Through my Metabolic Mastery program, my podcast, and my online community, I help women navigate the unique challenges that come with hormonal changes, weight gain, and fatigue. My approach is simple, personalized, and grounded in the latest nutrition science, so you get real results that fit your lifestyle.

I know how overwhelming this journey can feel, but I believe in empowering you with the tools to finally make a change that lasts. I’m here to help you stop feeling stuck, reclaim your energy, and enjoy the vibrant, healthy life you deserve.

Lara Frendjian, RHN

Hi, I’m Lara, a nutritionist and weight loss coach dedicated to helping women over 40 regain their energy, boost their metabolism, and feel at home in their bodies again—without crash diets or extreme restrictions. After experiencing my own struggles with stubborn weight gain and exhausting energy dips, I discovered how to work with, not against, my body’s natural rhythms. Now, I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned and guiding other women through these changes with practical, sustainable strategies. Through my Metabolic Mastery program, my podcast, and my online community, I help women navigate the unique challenges that come with hormonal changes, weight gain, and fatigue. My approach is simple, personalized, and grounded in the latest nutrition science, so you get real results that fit your lifestyle. I know how overwhelming this journey can feel, but I believe in empowering you with the tools to finally make a change that lasts. I’m here to help you stop feeling stuck, reclaim your energy, and enjoy the vibrant, healthy life you deserve.

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