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In this episode, I share my proven template for creating the perfect low carb plate that will keep you satisfied, energized, and losing weight. As someone who has maintained a 30kg weight loss for over 23 years using low carb eating, I break down exactly what to include with every meal to maximize fat burning and keep hunger at bay. If you're struggling with weight loss after 35, tired of complicated diet plans, or simply want a sustainable approach to low carb eating, this episode provides a simple framework you can use at home, at restaurants, or anywhere life takes you.
I explain why protein acts as your "metabolic alarm clock," how healthy fats serve as your "hormone hero," and which vegetables give you the most nutritional bang for your buck. Plus, I reveal my favorite low carb substitutes that make this way of eating feel like anything but a diet. This template works whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or looking to maintain your results long-term.
What You'll Learn
Don't wait until Monday or the start of a new month—take action right now by creating your perfect low carb plate at your very next meal. Here's how to get started:
After eating your perfect plate, pay close attention to how you feel. Notice if you feel fuller than usual. Track how long you can go before genuine hunger returns (most of my clients report 4-6 hours without snacking!). Write down your observations so you can see the immediate benefits of this approach.
This simple action step is the foundation of sustainable weight loss. By experiencing firsthand how satisfying a properly balanced low carb meal can be, you'll be motivated to continue. Remember, small consistent actions lead to massive results over time.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get my "Perfect Low Carb Plate" visual guide, featuring portion sizes and food lists.
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COMING UP NEXT
Tune in next week, where I share 3 key eating actions you can take, for maximum results
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
In today's episode, I'm sharing the top five benefits of low carb eating that I've personally witnessed over my 23 years following this lifestyle and 13 years coaching hundreds of women. As a qualified nutritionist who's maintained a 30kg weight loss, I'm passionate about helping you understand why low carb is so much more than just a weight loss strategy—it's a sustainable way of eating that can transform your health, energy, and relationship with food.
I want to emphasize that I'm talking about low carb, not no carb. This isn't an extreme plan that requires special supplements or expensive products. It's about real food that you can find in any supermarket, making it practical and sustainable for life.
What You'll Learn
Key Moments
What you can do to START NOW: Replace high-carb breakfast with protein-rich alternatives
Coming Up Next
Join me next week where I'll share the perfect template for your low carb plate. You'll learn exactly what to eat whether you're at home, at a restaurant, or traveling overseas. This key knowledge will give you complete power over your health journey no matter where you are.
Don't forget to check the show notes for links to my social media accounts and my free 5-day low carb meal plan with 5 delicious dinner recipes. You'll also find information about my 4-week Foundations of Fat Loss program, specifically designed for the fat-burning needs of women over 35.
Remember, the only thing that will stop you from reaching your goals is quitting. Never give up!
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Understand why low-carb eating keeps you fuller for longer, eliminating constant hunger and helping you break free from restrictive diet cycles.
Explore how low-carb doesn't mean bland food. Enjoy cheese, avocados, eggs, and more while achieving your weight loss goals.
Get insights into addressing the root causes of weight gain for women over 35, including hormone changes and metabolic slowdown.
Coming up Next
Join 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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
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.
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
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.
Start today by checking food labels for hidden carbs. Awareness is the first step to making meaningful changes with your nutrition.
Coming up Next
In 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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
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!
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.
Coming up next
Next 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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
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.
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
In this second episode of the Why Weight podcast, I share my emotional journey of living as "F**k it Fatty Shaz." I talk about the physical and emotional struggles of carrying an extra 30 kilos in my early twenties—from painful chafing during exercise to embarrassing moments like being asked when my baby was due. These candid stories highlight the reality of emotional eating, clothing challenges, and the mental toll of weight gain. I talk about my upcoming transformation story that led to losing 30 kilos in just one year—a success I've maintained for 23 years.
Coming up Next:
Next time I am going to share about moving to Japan and the trigger that helped me lose 30 kilos in one year
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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!
In this raw and honest debut episode, I share my personal story of rapid weight gain—20 kilograms in just one year—and the emotional triggers that sparked my journey into emotional eating.
Coming Up Next:
If any part of this story resonated with you, don't miss our next episode where I'll share my experience of living at this uncomfortable weight, and the shift that lead to my weight loss journey of losing 30kgs in one year!
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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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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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: sheryltakayama
Follow me on Facebook: Why Weight Academy
Follow 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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