At 66, fitness influencer Ilene’s mission is to “help women get in the best shape of their lives at 50+.” Her own weight loss story has been nothing short of inspirational, as she shed 18 kilos — and that too in her 60s. She now shares glimpses of her journey with fitness, offering valuable advice to her followers in terms of diet tips, foods to consume, and habits to adopt for a better life.
In June, Ilene posted an Instagram video educating internet users about the food items they need to incorporate into their diets for weight loss. She wrote, “Nobody told me this before I lost 40 lbs, so I’m telling you now. These foods mimic Ozempic and make fat loss 10x easier.”
In the caption, she detailed the foods, the reasons they should be eaten, and how.
Why it helps: High-protein + fermented = big GLP-1 bump, steadier blood sugar, longer fullness.
How to eat it: ¾ cup 2 percent Greek yogurt + ½ cup berries + ½ scoop protein = 35 gm protein breakfast or post-lift snack.
2. Sweet Potatoes (especially cooled & reheated)
Why it helps: Fibre + resistant starch ⟶ slower gastric emptying, steadier insulin, higher GLP-1 release.
How to eat it: Roast, chill overnight, cube into salads or reheat with cinnamon and a dollop of Greek yoghurt.
3. Berries
Why they help: Polyphenols + fibre blunt glucose spikes and trigger satiety signals.
How to eat them: Top oats, blend into protein shakes, or freeze-dry for a crunchy topping.
4. Eggs
Why they help: Protein, healthy fats, and choline keep hunger hormones low and GLP-1 higher for hours.
How to eat them: 2 whole eggs + ½ cup egg whites scramble → 30 g protein, add spinach for extra fibre.
5. Oats
Why they help: β-glucan fibre thickens in your gut, slowing digestion and boosting GLP-1.
How to eat them: ½ cup oats + water, stir in 1 scoop whey & 1 tbsp chia; microwave; top with berries ➜ protein + fibre powerhouse.
6. High-Fibre Veggies (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale)
Why they help: Insoluble + soluble fibre = slower carb absorption, more GLP-1, better gut health.
How to eat them: Roast a sheet pan in olive oil & garlic; add to every plate (aim for 3 colours each meal).
7. Beans and Lentils
Why they help: Plant protein + resistant starch + fibre triple-team satiety hormones.
How to eat them: ½ cup lentils in quinoa bowls or blend black beans into turkey-chilli.
8. Avocado and Nuts
Why they help: Healthy monounsaturated fats delay gastric emptying and sustain GLP-1 signalling.
How to eat them: ¼ avocado on Ezekiel toast or 10–12 almonds alongside Greek yoghurt.
Disclaimer: This article, including health and fitness advice, only provides generic information. Don’t treat it as a substitute for qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist for specific health diagnosis.
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