If you’ve ever felt confused by the messages around intuitive eating… you’re not alone. People are struggling more than ever with weight, cravings, energy crashes, and feeling disconnected from their bodies — yet we’re told the solution is to simply “listen to your body.” But here’s the truth: You can only trust your body when […]

If you’re struggling to lose weight, improve your mental health, or feel better in your body  — and you also drink, even just a couple of times a week — alcohol may be playing a bigger role than you realize. Before we dive in, I want to be clear: this is a no-judgment zone. I’m […]

If you’ve hit peri or post-menopause and your body suddenly feels like it’s working against you, you’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it. A drop in estrogen creates three major hormonal changes that directly affect your metabolism and make weight loss feel harder than it used to. The good news? Once you understand […]

If your rings are tight in the mornings, your face or hands are puffy, maybe there’s slower bowels (colon reabsorbs more water), and you keep seeing a heavier number on the scale despite nailing your nutrition… it could be legit water water. Here’ why… Post-menopause, the stress system in your body (called the HPA axis) […]

I’m always asking questions. That’s my nature.  I probably drove my mom crazy when I was a preschooler.  Sorry, mom! Curiosity is one thing. But now it matters to me on a different level – because I never want to overlook something that could be vital for the success, performance, and health of the people […]

Why nutrient-dense whole foods support better body function, metabolic health, and sustainable weight loss compared to calorie-equivalent but power nutrient processed foods –   🔬 1. Nutrient Density Regulates Appetite via Hormonal Signals Whole foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients that support the body’s regulatory and hormone systems — especially those controlling hunger […]

If you’re one of many people with ADHD, nutrition might become one of the first areas to spiral when life feels chaotic — not because you don’t care, but because executive-function struggles make meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking feel totally overwhelming. Skipping meals, grabbing whatever’s easy, or living off snacks isn’t laziness — it’s […]

Is It ADHD… or Are You Just a Gym Rat With a Dopamine Deficiency? If you’ve ever joked that your workouts are the only thing keeping you sane — you might be onto something. There’s a growing wave of science and real-life stories pointing to something big: a strong connection between ADHD and people who […]

While ADHD is primarily a neurological condition, there’s a growing body of research showing that nutrition can influence brain function, neurotransmitter activity, and inflammation — all of which can affect ADHD symptoms. This is great news!!! Especially considering that nutrition itself is one of the most common struggles those with ADHD have – being consistent […]

We know that stress is more than just an emotional response to something upsetting or exciting, right? Stress is biological – that is, it creates changes in our bodies and brains.  And those changes can sabotage your weight loss, fitness and health goals. So what can we do about it (given that stress is unavoidable)? […]