If you've ever set a goal to eat better in an effort to lose weight and “get healthy,” chances are you've followed some sort of diet at some point. In fact, research suggests the average woman will attempt dozens of diets throughout her lifetime. That’s a whole lot of restriction, food rules, and starting over. So let me ask you something… How’s that working for you? If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the cycle of starting and stopping diets, overeating after periods of r

If you've ever searched for weight loss tips, you’ve probably noticed one thing pretty quickly — diet advice is everywhere. There are countless books, magazines, and websites telling you exactly how you should eat. Paleo, keto, plant-based, low-carb, low-fat… the list goes on. And while those approaches may look different on the surface, they all tend to focus on the same thing: Change your food choices and you'll get results. And to be fair, many diets do produce results in

If you’ve ever felt like your lack of willpower is the reason you can’t lose weight or keep it off… you’re not alone. Most women I work with start with the best intentions. “This is the week I’m going all in.” You cut out sugar, avoid your favorite foods, try to eat “perfectly,” and push yourself harder with workouts — determined to finally see results. And maybe it works… for a few days. But then life happens. By the end of the week, your energy is low, your cravings are hig

One of the first steps to eating better (aside from ditching the All or Nothing mindset), is to practice being more mindful. And mindful eating is a great place to start! What's mindful eating? Mindful eating is about bringing you attention back to your food, noticing how different foods make you feel, and tuning into your body's hunger and fullness cues. At it's core, mindful eating embraces the following: Eating slowly and distraction free Awareness around physical hunger a

When you think about your health, you probably think about things like nutrition, exercise, sleep, or hormones. But there’s another key player that often gets overlooked: Your gut. And in midlife, it becomes even more important. If you’ve been dealing with things like bloating, low energy, increased cravings, or feeling “off” in your body… your gut health could be part of the picture. You may have heard the gut referred to as the “second brain” — and for good reason. Your gut

Do your eating habits tend to fall apart during the workday? Maybe you find yourself grabbing snacks just because they’re there…hitting the vending machine after a stressful afternoon…or skipping lunch altogether — only to come home starving and overeating at dinner. You’re not alone. Long workdays, busy schedules, and constant demands can make it hard to stay consistent — especially in midlife, when energy, hunger, and stress can feel a little less predictable. And when your

How’s your hormone health? If you’re in your 40s or beyond and noticing changes in your body — you’re not imagining it. Hormonal shifts in midlife can impact everything from your energy and mood to your metabolism, sleep, and weight. You might notice things like: increased belly fat fatigue or low energy changes in appetite hot flashes or night sweats dry skin or hair changes And while this can feel frustrating, there’s good news: What you eat can have a powerful impact on ho

If you’ve noticed more weight settling around your midsection — especially in your 40s and beyond — you’re not imagining it. Many women find that belly fat seems to show up more easily in midlife… even when their habits haven’t changed much. And it can feel frustrating. Because what used to “work” doesn’t seem to work the same way anymore. One of the biggest reasons? Hormones. As your hormones shift, your body’s tendency to store fat — particularly around the belly — can chan

Do you tend to start off the year with a lot of excitement and enthusiasm about what you want to change or improve, only to find your motivation waning by February (or sooner)? If this sounds familiar, you might think it's lack of motivation, willpower or desire that's the problem. When in fact, it may be the goals you've set and how you approach them that creates the real challenge. Especially if you’re picking goals that are so big and broad that you're setting yourself up

As you reflect on the past year, what feelings and thoughts come to mind? Did you find yourself spending a great deal of your time wishing you were happier with your life and feeling less stressed? Were you often feeling frustrated by a general lack of progress in a particular area of your life? Are you already feeling a bit frustrated and overwhelmed about the new year ahead? Most of us take our happiness cues from the outside world, basing our happiness on what happens to

The holiday season brings joy, traditions, gatherings… and let’s be honest — a whole lot of delicious food everywhere you turn. But in midlife, it’s not just about holiday cookies or festive cocktails. It’s about trying to stay aligned with your health goals while juggling family, events, emotions, hormones, and a schedule that suddenly feels extra full. You start with great intentions: a smaller plate one dessert instead of three sticking to your movement routine …and then —

Do you feel challenged to stick to your healthy habits during the holiday season? If you said yes, you're not alone. In fact one study found that nearly half of Americans plan to abandon their healthy habits during the holiday season. The truth is, maybe you start out with good intentions. This year you're going to limit the fun seasonal foods and beverages and add in some extra workouts... ...but then you indulge when you said you wouldn't, stop planning your food, and soon

The holiday season can be a big source of stress when it comes to relationships, especially with family and friends. A survey commissioned by JoyOrganics of 2,000 Americans revealed that 88% of people believe the holidays are the most stressful time of the year. And 84% feel an influx of stress starting as early as November. The survey also revealed that 67% of people seem to place an unnecessary amount of pressure on themselves to produce the “perfect” holiday, with 47% admi

Have you ever been halfway through a workout and suddenly the feeling hits you – nausea!! Argh! What is this happening? You were moving and a grooving, then without warning you break out in a sweat, feel that sensation in the back of your throat and your stomach starts to churn. If you are lucky you might just feel the wave of nausea hit without it going any further, but if you are less fortunate you might even throw up. Workout over. The sad reality is exercise induced nau

We all know movement is good for us — for our body and our mind. But many women still aren’t getting enough of it to support mobility, bone health, heart health, and strength — especially in midlife, when it matters even more. If you’ve struggled to stay consistent, you’re not alone. The most common reasons? Lack of time. Low motivation. Busy, unpredictable days. And the truth is — it’s not about having more time. It’s about using the time you already have. Because movement d

Post workout nutrition...is it important? Yes! During your workout your muscles are hard at work, utilizing glycogen stores for fuel (aka energy), and proteins are being broken down and damaged. Post workout nutrition ensures you body is able to replenish glycogen stores as well as rebuild, repair and regrow muscle proteins. Benefits of well-balanced post workout nutrition: Enhanced recovery Reduced muscle soreness Increased muscle growth Decreased muscle breakdown Car

Fueling up before your workout…does it really matter? The short answer is yes! Have you ever found yourself tired, dragging on energy and wanting to call it quits halfway through your workout? Start off strong only to feel shaky and lightheaded shortly after you start? Baring any underlying health issues, it could be you are missing that pre workout nutrition. Pre workout nutrition has an important job - to provide the energy your body needs to perform! Carbs = energy Carbo

Understanding Sugar in Midlife: Why the Type Matters Sugar is one of the most confusing topics in health and weight loss — largely because of years of mixed messages from diet culture. And while I’m a big believer in balance, where enjoyment and nourishment can coexist, I often see added sugars quietly sabotaging health, energy, and fat loss goals in midlife. Many women assume sugar is simply “bad,” but the reality is more nuanced. There’s an important difference between natu

Happiness isn’t something you wait for — it’s something you build. And in midlife, when life can feel full (and sometimes overwhelming), it matters more than ever. Because how you feel day to day impacts everything: your energy your habits your motivation and how you show up for yourself When you feel good, it’s easier to take care of yourself. When you don’t, even simple habits can feel like a struggle. The good news? Small, intentional shifts can make a big difference. Here

How much sleep are you actually getting each night? 4 hours… 6… or closer to 7–8? If you’re in midlife, sleep can start to feel a little less predictable — and a lot more important. Because getting enough quality sleep does more than help you feel rested. It impacts your energy, mood, metabolism, and overall health in a big way. In fact, consistently getting enough sleep has been linked to a wide range of benefits — from better focus to improved weight management. Let’s take