Once you enter your 50s, there are many hormonal and other factors that can up the risk of heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.

But the good news is that you can do plenty to stave off these health problems by making the right lifestyle choices.

Take the issue of weight gain — which continues at a rate of around 1.5 pounds per year as women go through their 50s. Allowing the pounds to pile on can lead to a plethora of other health problems — including cardiovascular disease.

Yet by simply staying at a healthy weight, you can boost your heart health, reduce your risk of blood pressure, and keep your insulin levels in check.

Enter intermittent fasting: a lifestyle that can help you lose weight, increase your insulin resistance, and help you regulate your hormones.

This book is here to show you how easy it is to get started. Consider it a comprehensive guide for beginners as well as for those who have already tried fasting.

In the book, you will discover:

7 alternative fasting methods—choose the one that best suits your lifestyle!

How to unlock the secrets of a healthy mindset—stay motivated and positive to achieve your best results!

The secrets to kicking hunger to the curb—you’ve got this! Beat hunger and cravings with powerful mind-centering and greater self-awareness!

What to eat while you're fasting—vital information on foods to embrace and avoid, plus the answer to the dilemma: to supplement or not?

Handy meal plans and a fun seven-day fasting challenge—plus tips to ensure you stick to your goals!

Why exercise and IF make a powerful combo—featuring specific exercises that heighten the benefits of IF

How to set S.M.A.R.T. goals, measure your changes, and kick all obstacles to the curb!

And so much more.

Even if it’s been a while since you worked out, or you are a little jaded by past yo-yo dieting experiences, you will be genuinely surprised by the physical and mental effects of the IF way of life.

Don’t settle for a life of quiet discontent.

Be your boldest