I’m not new to this.This isn’t my first restart — it’s probably closer to my 50-11th. But here I am again. Starting over. Choosing to come back to something I know works… because I need it. Not because of some magical number on a scale, but because I’m working really hard on myself right now.Continue reading “Why I’m Doing a Carnivore Reset (Again) — And Why It’s Not Just About Weight”
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Why ‘Not Feeling Like Myself’ Is the New Normal in Perimenopause—And What to Do About It After Weight Loss Surgery
You thought once you lost the weight, you’d feel unstoppable.Instead? You feel… tired. Foggy. Craving everything. Snapping at people.It’s not your imagination.It’s not a “you problem.”It’s your hormones—and it’s happening to almost every woman who goes through weight loss surgery and then hits perimenopause. You’re not broken. But you do need a new approach. 🔥Continue reading “Why ‘Not Feeling Like Myself’ Is the New Normal in Perimenopause—And What to Do About It After Weight Loss Surgery”
This Is Why You’re Always Tired (And It’s Not Perimenopause)
Recent studies have underscored the potential dangers of diets high in UPFs: Practical Steps to Reduce Processed Foods in Your Diet Transitioning away from UPFs doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are some actionable strategies: By gradually implementing these steps, you can significantly reduce your intake of ultra-processed foods, paving the way for improved healthContinue reading “This Is Why You’re Always Tired (And It’s Not Perimenopause)”
Balancing the Madness: Healthy Habits for Workdays, Holidays, and Everything In-Between
What are you struggling with on this journey? For me, it’s resisting temptation. I’m already having a hard time, and Thanksgiving & Christmas are right around the corner. It’s not so much that I’ll be attending big parties with lots of tempting food – it’s the little things before that that worry me. Like theContinue reading “Balancing the Madness: Healthy Habits for Workdays, Holidays, and Everything In-Between”
Oops, I Did It Again: Gained 20 Pounds and Getting Real About It
Because carbs are sneaky little devils! 😂 They creep in when you’re “just having a little taste,” and suddenly your pants are giving you attitude. It’s always the carbs… never the steak. I wanted to lose 20 pounds before my birthday, and I only have 40 left to go! If you follow any animal-based influencers,Continue reading “Oops, I Did It Again: Gained 20 Pounds and Getting Real About It”
Dream Big, Plan Smart: How Visualization Turns Goals Into Reality
Let’s go back and talk more about mindset. But this time more in the concept of goal setting and visualization. Do you set goals? I’m not talking about New Year’s resolutions, but SMART goals: those that are specific, measured, achievable, relevant, and with a time limit? What’s your SMART health goal? Do you have one? Continue reading “Dream Big, Plan Smart: How Visualization Turns Goals Into Reality”
From Fake to Fresh: Transforming Your Diet by Cutting Out Processed Foods
Convenience foods are a way of life for many people. How many times are you utterly exhausted after a long day of work, and you just want to grab something quick at the drive through, or order in pizza, or if you’re on a budget, buy the frozen pizza? Yeah. Me too!!!! But those convenienceContinue reading “From Fake to Fresh: Transforming Your Diet by Cutting Out Processed Foods”
Eat to Thrive: Why Protein and Healthy Fats Are Your Secret Weapon
Protein & fat should be the basis of your healthy eating habits. Let’s look at ways to make sure you’re eating enough of both, AND the right kind! Did you know there are complete & incomplete proteins? Just because something SAYS it has 20 or 30g of protein doesn’t mean it has 20 or 30gContinue reading “Eat to Thrive: Why Protein and Healthy Fats Are Your Secret Weapon”
From Stuck to Strong: Shift Your Mindset, Shift Your Life
Attitude can make or break your weight-loss journey. It can determine how successful you are. So make the decision today that you ARE a healthy person. You don’t eat sugar, refined plant oils, or grains. You ARE an active person. Imagine yourself as that healthiest version of yourself. What are the daily habits of yourContinue reading “From Stuck to Strong: Shift Your Mindset, Shift Your Life”
It IS Possible to Eliminate Sugars
Let’s dive right in. Sugar is addictive. Sugar hits the same brain receptors as cocaine. So it’s incredibly hard to eliminate. If we cut this in the beginning, everything will be SO much easier going forward! Sugar hits the same brain receptors as cocaine. It’s highly addicting. And it’s in EVERYTHING. So look at theContinue reading “It IS Possible to Eliminate Sugars”
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