In this empowering episode of Biohacking Blondes, we welcome Nagina Abdullah, founder of MasalaBody.com, a midlife metabolism expert who helps women over 50 boost their metabolism and lose weight—without restrictive dieting or overexercising. Drawing from her Molecular Biology degree from UC Berkeley and her own 40-pound weight loss (plus a recent 14-pound drop during perimenopause), Nagina shares science-backed strategies to conquer stubborn menopausal belly fat and reignite the metabolic fire.
What Makes Nagina Different:
Unlike traditional weight loss experts who say “eat less, move more,” Nagina flips the script. She teaches women to:
Add metabolism-boosting foods and anti-inflammatory spices
Balance blood sugar naturally
Nourish rather than deprive
Key Takeaways: How to Lose Stubborn Weight After 50:
"Add, Don't Subtract" Strategy
Focus on adding protein, fiber, and healthy fats instead of cutting calories.
Example: Start your day with 30g of protein, low-sugar fruit, and avocado or nuts.
The Bloat Busting Protocol
Nagina’s signature method to reduce inflammation, shrink belly fat, and stop sugar cravings—without intense workouts or extreme diets.
Sweet Spice Hack
A simple kitchen spice (cinnamon!) lowers blood sugar, reduces bloating, and curbs cravings.
Try it in Nagina’s “Fat-Burning Fire Tea” (in her free cheat sheet below).
Metabolism-Boosting Spices
Use turmeric, cinnamon, and capsaicin to naturally stoke metabolism and enhance flavor.
These also reduce inflammation and support gut health.
The Real Midlife Weight Loss Blocker
It’s not calories or willpower—it’s hormonal shifts and metabolic slowdowns.
Nagina tailors strategies to women over 50, taking this into account.
Blood Sugar Awareness
Balanced blood sugar leads to stable energy and moods.
Spike/crash cycles = cravings, fatigue, irritability.
Mindset + Enjoyment Matter
Create a positive relationship with food.
Enjoy flavorful meals without guilt.
Raise Healthy Eaters
Model balance, not restriction, for kids.
Let them explore while keeping whole foods as the foundation.
Free Gifts + Resources from Nagina:
1. FREE “Sweet Spice Cheat Sheet”
Find Nagina on Instagram at MasalaBody: instagram.com/masalabody and DM her the word "Sweet" to receive the free Sweet Spice Cheat Sheet.
Or, join over 1k women in her active Slim Down for Midlife Women Community here: https://www.skool.com/slimdown and DM her the word “Sweet” to receive the free Sweet Spice Cheat Sheet.
Includes:
3 health benefits of cinnamon
5 easy ways to use it daily
A fat-burning “Fire Tea” recipe
http://masalabody.com/sweetspice
Book a Free Midlife Metabolism Discovery Call
For women 45+, struggling with belly fat, bloating, or slow weight loss.
http://masalabody.com/apply
Connect with Nagina Abdullah
Website: http://masalabody.comYouTube: http://youtube.com/@NaginaAbInstagram: http://instagram.com/masalabodyFree Workshops: Info at http://masalabody.com