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Simple habits to incorporate every week for increased energy, balanced mood and improved sleep during the curse of perimenopause
You Love Super Bowl Sunday… But Hate the Way You Feel After? You wake up the next morning bloated, sluggish, and regretting those extra wings and nachos. But heck yeah…Super Bowl Sunday is about fun, food, and football. You don’t want to be the person eating dry chicken and a sad salad while everyone else […]
If you’re over 40 and struggling to lose weight, despite eating healthy and exercising, you’re not alone. Many women in midlife find that what used to work in their 20s and 30s no longer delivers results. The reason? Your body changes: hormonally, metabolically, and physically. And traditional weight loss methods fail to account for these […]
We all know the feeling. You start a new health journey with excitement and determination, thinking this time will be different. You make changes, stick with them for a while, and then… life happens. Stress, busy schedules, holidays, or unexpected challenges knock you off track. Suddenly, all that motivation feels like it’s slipping away. Here’s […]
Let’s talk about something frustrating for so many women over 40—hitting a weight loss plateau that feels impossible to break. You’re doing everything right, but the scale won’t budge. Sound familiar? You’re not alone, and a crucial piece of the puzzle often gets overlooked: your blood sugar regulation. Here’s what most people don’t tell you […]
Why Sustainable Habits Matter, Especially for Women Over 40 Every year, as January rolls around, the promises of rapid weight loss flood our feeds. Ads tell us we can “lose 20 pounds in 8 weeks” with prepackaged fuelings or restrictive eating plans to drop weight quickly. For women over 40, these quick fixes can feel […]
You can enjoy the holidays without the sluggish mornings or sugar crashes The holidays are here, and so are the cookies, cakes, and festive treats calling your name. And while those goodies are a delicious part of the season, they can also leave you feeling bloated, sluggish, and drained of energy, especially in midlife, when […]
You’ve probably noticed it: alcohol doesn’t hit the same anymore. The sluggish mornings, bloating, and that general feeling of being “off” after what used to be a harmless glass of wine…sound familiar? You’re not alone. As Carrie Bradshaw said in Sex and the City Season 2, Episode 18 (“Ex and the City”): “You have to […]
If you know me, you know Raf and I are passionate about craft cocktails. Mixing drinks at home is more than just a fun activity for us — it’s an art form. Last year, when we launched 12 Days of Cocktails & Mocktails, it was a joy to share recipes and celebrate with you all. […]
Let’s clear something up – carbs are not the enemy. It’s about knowing when and how to incorporate them into your day to fuel your body and support your energy levels. Whether you’re dealing with brain fog, or fatigue, or simply want to feel better in your skin, balancing your carb intake is key. I […]
Life can feel like a never-ending to-do list, and finding time to work out? Ha! It feels impossible, right? But here’s the thing: It doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Baby steps are giant steps, and they can be just as effective when it comes to building momentum in your health journey. It’s exactly […]
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