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The Power of Low-Carb Living: How Functional Nutrition Transformed Lori Ballou’s Life
In a recent episode of the You World Order Showcase podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Lori Ballou, a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Low Carb Weight Loss Lifestyle Expert. Lori has an incredible story of overcoming health challenges, losing 100 pounds, and helping women over 50 reclaim their health through holistic low-carb nutrition.
From Childhood Depression to Health Empowerment
Lori’s journey with nutrition began in childhood when she struggled with severe depression. Traditional medical approaches weren’t helping, but her mother, who was studying holistic nutrition, introduced her to the Atkins diet. The impact was immediate—her depression lifted, and she lost 50 pounds. Though she didn’t maintain the diet at the time, the seed was planted.
Fast forward to her mid-thirties, Lori found herself battling severe weight gain, chronic health issues, and hormonal imbalances, including PCOS, asthma, and gut dysfunction. Conventional medicine provided only symptom management—never real solutions. That’s when she turned to functional nutrition, unlocking the key to sustainable health and vitality.
Breaking Free from Diet Cycles & Finding Real Health
Like many women, Lori spent years yo-yo dieting, trying everything from Nutrisystem to Weight Watchers, only to regain the weight. She learned the hard way that starvation diets don’t work—hunger always wins. When she discovered the paleo and keto lifestyle, everything changed.
By eliminating sugar and processed foods, Lori’s asthma disappeared, her brain fog lifted, and she regained her energy. She lost 20 pounds almost effortlessly and never looked back. What set this approach apart from traditional diets was its focus on healing the body, not just weight loss.
Why Women Over 50 Struggle with Weight Loss & How to Fix It
Lori emphasizes that weight gain isn’t just about calories—it’s a symptom of deeper imbalances. Through diagnostic testing, she helps her clients identify hidden factors like insulin resistance, gut inflammation, and hormone imbalances that block weight loss. Some key insights she shared:
Insulin Resistance is the Silent Enemy: Over 90% of people are insulin resistant, leading to excess fat storage. Reducing sugar and carb intake allows the body to heal and burn fat efficiently.
Food Sensitivities Play a Huge Role: Lori’s own breakthrough came when she removed dairy, which had been triggering inflammation and preventing weight loss.
Sleep & Stress Impact Everything: Cortisol dysregulation from stress keeps weight on. Implementing sleep-boosting strategies and calming the nervous system is crucial.
Ditching Processed Foods Is Essential: Ultra-processed foods, vegetable oils, and added sugars drive obesity, inflammation, and chronic disease.
The Food Bridge: How to Eat for Health Without Feeling Deprived
One of Lori’s biggest takeaways is that you don’t have to give up your favorite foods—you just need to make smarter swaps. She calls this the Food Bridge—a way to transition into a healthier lifestyle while still enjoying comfort foods. Here are some of her go-to swaps:
Pizza: Use a meat-based or cauliflower crust instead of wheat.
Baked Goods: Swap sugar for allulose or monk fruit sweeteners, and use almond or coconut flour instead of wheat.
Dairy Alternatives: Coconut milk and dairy-free cheeses can replace traditional dairy.
Snacking Smart: Instead of chips, opt for homemade alternatives using whole ingredients.
Her cookbook, Holistic Low-Carb Methods: Recipes for Aging Beautifully for Longevity, is packed with recipes that make this transition easy and delicious.
The Truth About Sugar, Diet Pills, and Weight Loss Drugs
Lori warns against the dangers of relying on quick fixes like Ozempic or extreme calorie restriction. While weight loss drugs might seem like an easy solution, they don’t heal the metabolism—they slow it down, leading to muscle loss and rebound weight gain once you stop using them.
By focusing on real food, balanced blood sugar, and metabolic health, Lori’s clients achieve permanent results without starving themselves or feeling deprived.
Take Control of Your Health Today
If you’re tired of fad diets and want a science-backed, holistic approach to weight loss and longevity, Lori’s resources are a game-changer.
Start with her 8 Essential Hacks to Losing Stubborn Body Fat as a Woman Over 50, which outlines key lifestyle shifts to reset your metabolism and feel amazing.
👉 Learn more at LoriBallou.com and follow her on Instagram @LoriBallouWeightLoss for daily tips and inspiration.
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