Weight Loss Is Simple—Here Are the 10 Foods to Eat Weekly.

I said what I said

I’m probably going to piss some people off…But hear me out:

Weight loss can actually be simple.

Not magical. Not effortless. But simple.

And for women over 40, simplicity is exactly what your body needs.

The problem? The diet industry has spent decades convincing us that weight loss requires suffering, restriction, and jumping through hoops. I believed it for years too. I thought I needed to eat less, move more, and constantly “try harder.”

But when you wipe away all the noise, there’s a very down-to-earth truth:

Your body changes when you fuel it consistently with the right foods.

Foods that keep you full, support your metabolism, and give you energy instead of draining it. So let’s break this down into something clear, doable, and actually helpful.

Here are 10 foods to eat regularly that make weight loss feel easier, more predictable, and more enjoyable.

Potatoes + Sweet Potatoes

Potatoes get unfairly demonized, but they are one of the most powerful tools for weight loss. When you cook them with little added fat—baked, boiled, roasted, or air-fried—they become a high-volume, low-calorie, extremely filling carb source.

Volume = fullness. Fullness = fewer cravings. Fewer cravings = easier weight loss.

Simple.

Lean Chicken (Breast or Thighs)

Protein is your best friend if you want fat loss, muscle tone, or a faster metabolism. Your body actually burns more calories digesting protein than carbs or fats. This is called the thermic effect of food, and chicken is one of the easiest ways to hit your daily protein goals.

Slice it, shred it, grill it, air fry it—just make sure it gets on your plate consistently.

Lean Ground Beef

Yes, beef belongs in a weight-loss plan—especially the lean varieties. It’s high in protein, rich in iron (which many women over 40 need), and incredibly satiating. When you feel full and energized, sticking to your goals becomes ten times easier.

Low-Fat Plain Greek Yogurt

A staple for a reason.

Greek yogurt is thick, creamy, filling, and loaded with protein. It makes a great breakfast base, post-workout meal, or nighttime snack that won’t derail your progress.

Add berries, honey, or cinnamon for extra flavor and satisfaction.

High-Volume Vegetables

The options are endless—leafy greens, green beans, zucchini, peppers, cucumbers, broccoli, mushrooms, cauliflower, asparagus, you name it.

These foods give you:

• lots of volume

• tons of nutrients

• very few calories

• fiber to keep you full

The more veggies you add to your meals, the more food you get to eat while staying within your calorie needs.

Oranges

Citrus fruits are incredibly underrated. Oranges are low-calorie, high-volume, hydrating, sweet, and packed with fiber. You get a lot of food for very few calories, which keeps you full while satisfying cravings.

Blueberries

High fiber, low calorie, nutrient-dense, and absolutely perfect for snacks, smoothies, or yogurt bowls. They hit the sweet spot (literally) without throwing off your goals.

Rice

Carbs are not the enemy—lack of energy is.

Rice is easy to digest, easy to portion, and keeps your energy stable throughout the day. When your workouts feel strong, your results follow.

10. Sourdough + Oats

These two give you slow-burning energy and stable blood sugar.

• Sourdough: easier to digest, great for sandwiches or toast.

• Oats: high fiber, high volume, and keep you full for hours.

Carbs help you train harder, recover better, and stay consistent.

Here’s the truth the diet industry doesn’t want you to know…

You don’t need:

• hardcore restriction

• tiny portions

• detoxes or cleanses

• “no carbs after 6”

• starvation diets

• constant willpower

You need a simple, repeatable system you can actually maintain. Foods that keep you full. Protein at every meal. Carbs that energize you. Veggies for volume. Fruit for fiber. Consistency—not perfection. Once you understand this, weight loss stops feeling impossible. It becomes doable, sustainable, and yes—simple.

The diet industry overcomplicates what your body already knows how to do. Stick to real food, repeat the basics, and watch how quickly things shift. Weight loss doesn’t have to feel like a full-time job—you just need a simple system you can actually stick to. I hope this sheds some light on the simple changes you can start making today. And if you ever need someone to talk through what’s stressing you out about the diet world, my inbox is always open. Seriously—send me an email anytime. I’d love to chat and support you.

Xo, LB