If you’re post-menopausal and still thinking about weight loss the way you did in your 30s—stop right there.

The goal now?

Muscle gain and muscle maintenance.

Because muscle is the organ of longevity (As Dr Lyon Says in her great book Forever Strong)—and the #1 way to support it?

Eating enough protein.

Why Protein is Crucial After Menopause

As estrogen levels decline, everything from metabolism to muscle mass to insulin sensitivity is affected. If you’ve noticed your body feeling ‘so...