By Susan Hanna

Tag: Herbalife

  • Why Protein Matters More as We Get Older

    Protein is one of the first things I ask women to notice.

    Not obsess over. Not fear. Just notice.

    As we get older, many women want to lose weight, but they also need to think about strength, satisfaction, and maintaining a body that feels capable.

    A meal with protein often feels different than a meal made mostly of quick carbohydrates.

    That does not mean every meal has to be perfect. It means protein can help the day feel steadier.

    For some women, adding protein to breakfast is one of the simplest changes they can make.

    I lift heavy weights 4-5 times a week now, and strength has become a big part of how I think about my body.

    Weight loss mattered to me, but strength changed how I felt.

    Protein does not replace training, but it supports the bigger routine of staying active and building strength.

    I lost 70 pounds after 60. I say that because I want women to know it is not too late to start paying attention.

    Your routine may look different than it did at 25, and that is okay. The goal is not to copy someone else’s life. The goal is to build a routine that fits yours.

    Some women use Herbalife shakes or protein products as part of their routine. I am an independent Herbalife Distributor, and I can help women think through whether that makes sense for their day.

    But the principle comes first: notice protein, simplify one meal, and build consistency.

    This week, look at breakfast. Does it have protein? If not, what is one simple way to add it?

    That is enough for a first step.

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    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • How to Use Meal Replacement Shakes Without Feeling Like You’re Dieting

    A meal replacement shake should not feel like punishment.

    It should feel like one part of your day got easier.

    That is how I like women to think about shakes. Not as magic. Not as a crash diet. Not as something you have to use perfectly. Just as a simple tool that may help one meal become more predictable.

    Many women do not struggle because they know nothing about food. They struggle because mornings are rushed, afternoons get chaotic, and decisions pile up.

    A shake routine can help because it removes one decision.

    Instead of skipping breakfast or grabbing whatever is nearby, you have a plan. That plan may help you feel more in control of the day.

    Do not start by asking, ‘How many shakes should I drink?’

    Start by asking, ‘Where does my day fall apart?’

    For some women, breakfast is the problem. For others, it is lunch at work, the afternoon snack spiral, or eating too little all day and overeating at night.

    A shake routine should solve a real problem in your actual day.

    If you had a hard weekend, a shake should not be a punishment. If you ate more than planned, your next step is not shame.

    The goal is to return to a routine, not to pay for yesterday.

    That mindset matters. Shame may create a short burst of effort, but it does not build consistency.

    A shake works best when it belongs to a broader plan.

    That plan may include protein awareness, water, simple meals, strength training, walking, sleep, and support.

    I use Herbalife products and I am an independent Herbalife Distributor, but I never want products to be the only thing women think about. The routine matters.

    Your shake routine should fit your schedule, your appetite, your goals, and your real life.

    If you are not sure where to start, tell me what meal feels hardest. That is usually where the answer begins.

    You can also get my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan if you want a gentle first week.

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    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • Why I Still Use Simple Shake Routines Even After Losing the Weight

    I still use simple shake routines even after losing the weight.

    Not because I think a shake is magic.

    Not because I believe every woman has to do things the way I do.

    I use them because simple routines help me stay steady.

    Losing weight is one thing. Living in a way that helps you maintain it is another.

    After losing 70 pounds over 3 years, I learned that consistency does not come from making every day complicated. For me, it comes from having a few repeatable habits that do not require a lot of drama.

    A shake routine can be one of those habits.

    Some mornings are busy. Some days start before your brain feels fully awake. Some days you are taking care of everyone else before you have really taken care of yourself.

    That is real life.

    A simple shake routine gives me one less decision to make. It helps me avoid skipping a meal, waiting too long to eat, or grabbing whatever is easiest just because I got behind.

    I am an independent Herbalife Distributor, and Herbalife products are part of my routine.

    But I want to be very clear about this: the product is not the whole story.

    My results came from consistent nutrition habits, exercise, strength training, support, and learning how to return to the routine when life got messy.

    The shake is a tool inside that bigger picture.

    That is how I want women to think about it.

    Not, “Can this product fix everything?”

    But, “Could this make one part of my day easier?”

    That is a better question.

    For some women, a shake may make breakfast easier. For others, it may help with a busy lunch or a better afternoon option. For someone else, the first step may be drinking more water, getting more protein at breakfast, or simply planning ahead for the meal that usually falls apart.

    The point is not to copy my exact day.

    The point is to build a routine that fits yours.

    Maintenance has taught me to respect simple things.

    A simple breakfast. A short walk. A protein habit. A water bottle nearby. A plan for busy mornings. A way to get back on track without shaming yourself.

    Those things may not sound exciting, but they are powerful because you can repeat them.

    If you are trying to lose weight, or if you are trying to stop starting over, do not underestimate the value of one meal you do not have to rethink every day.

    That is why I still use simple shake routines.

    They help support the life I am actually living now.

    If you want help finding your first simple step, start with my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Did Herbalife cause Susan’s 70-pound weight loss?

    Susan’s results are her personal experience, and results vary. Her transformation involved consistent nutrition habits, regular exercise, strength training, support, and lifestyle changes. Herbalife products are tools in her routine, not magic or a guarantee.

    Do I have to use shakes to lose weight?

    No. Susan presents shake routines as one possible tool that may make a meal easier or more predictable. The right first step depends on your day, your goals, and where your routine usually breaks down.

    Why would someone still use shakes after losing weight?

    For Susan, simple shake routines help reduce decision fatigue and support consistency during busy days. Maintenance often depends on repeatable habits, not perfection.

    Can Susan help me figure out where to start?

    Yes. Susan can help you think through your daily routine and choose a simple first step. The free 7-Day Simple Start Plan is a good place to begin.

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    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

  • The Difference Between a Product and a Plan

    A product can be helpful, but a product is not the same thing as a plan.

    That is one of the most important things I tell women who ask me about Herbalife.

    I am an independent Herbalife Distributor. I use Herbalife products, and I do believe they can be useful tools for some women. But I do not want any woman to think a product replaces the bigger routine.

    The routine is what carries you through real life.

    A product can make one part of the day easier.

    A shake can make breakfast more predictable. A protein option can help you plan instead of grabbing whatever is nearby. A simple routine can reduce the number of decisions you have to make when you are tired.

    That matters because a lot of women are not failing from lack of desire. They are overwhelmed, busy, and trying to make too many decisions at the hardest part of the day.

    A product cannot live your life for you.

    It cannot make you sleep. It cannot lift weights for you. It cannot drink your water, plan your backup meal, or decide that one imperfect day does not mean you failed.

    That is why I do not talk about Herbalife as magic. I talk about it as support inside a routine.

    A plan does not have to be complicated. In fact, I think many women need a simpler plan, not a harsher one.

    A simple plan might include a predictable breakfast, a protein goal, water cues, a short walk, a backup snack, and someone to check in with when the week gets messy.

    When I lost 70 pounds over 3 years and kept it off, the biggest shift was not perfection. It was learning how to come back to a routine.

    If Herbalife fits your life, it should make the routine easier, not more confusing.

    For one woman, that might mean a shake for breakfast. For another, it might mean help with protein or a better afternoon option. For someone else, the first step may not be a product at all. It may be looking honestly at where the day breaks down.

    That is why I like to ask questions before recommending anything.

    Before you decide what to buy, look at your actual day.

    Where do you struggle most? Breakfast? Snacks? Dinner? Energy? Consistency? Starting over after the weekend?

    The answer matters because the product should serve the plan. The plan should serve your real life.

    If you want help choosing a simple first step, start with my free 7-Day Simple Start Plan.

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    Disclosure

    Susan’s results are her personal experience. Results vary. Susan Hanna is an independent Herbalife Distributor and may earn income from product purchases. Herbalife products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. This content is for general wellness and educational purposes only and is not medical advice.