While I’d never dispute scientific findings from @mackinpro – the world’s leading expert on protein and muscle metabolism, I know what makes me feel the best. Dr Stu Phillips caused a big stir with his recent evidence based post recommending 1.6g of protein per 1kg of bodyweight. By this calculation, 90g of protein daily … Continued
I want to clarify something… I changed the name or my ‘title’ of my channel on Instagram & YouTube. I was the ‘Menopause Fat Loss Expert’, but given all the self proclaimed ‘experts’ out there, I don’t want to appear like one of the many grifters you see here… * Like ‘MD’s’ (chiropractors) giving nutrition … Continued
Want to be able to ‘trust your gut’ where nutrition is concerned? This is also called being an ‘intuitive eater’. Individual foods are never the problem, it’s your PATTERN OF EATING that may cause health or weight management issues. So you need to recognize your eating pattern: WHY you make some food choices (including possible … Continued
Fat loss is a lot like waiting for spring… Nothing looks like it’s happening… But beneath the surface, everything is changing. ✨Stay patient. Stay consistent… Even when the scale isn’t moving… Your efforts are taking root 🌱 Of course, if or when you want to throw up your hands in frustration, having someone in your … Continued
The devil is really in the dose! When you really want to, you can: -Drink the wine. -Have the dessert. -Eat the bread. It’s not what you do SOME of the time, it’s what you do MOST of the time that really matters. If or when you deny yourself ALL life’s little pleasures, you … Continued
Who’da thought FIBER would be the answer to a good night’s sleep? Here’s a list of how fiber can positively impact sleep! Fiber improves sleep architecture (quality of sleep): Higher fiber leads to more slow-wave (deep) sleep. Lower fiber leads to lighter sleep with more awakenings. Fiber affects sleep via the gut-brain axis Fiber is … Continued
Focus on ‘raising the floor’ – that is, making your mediocre training better every day. Instead of waiting for that perfect day, when the stars align, and you ‘raise the ceiling’ or get a personal best… I promise you’ll feel far more successful and motivated. And it’s CONSISTENCY with exercise that counts most over … Continued
If you understand the concept of ‘compound interest’ you know… That every healthy habit you practice over time is like compound interest in your health bank. You can’t control everything. But you can control your deposits. Invest in your future self, one healthy habit at a time… I’m more than happy to help you stay … Continued
Aging isn’t the problem — it’s the privilege. This message is what I tell myself more than anyone else… You don’t have to love every change (like the wrinkles)… But you’ve earned them. The more older women show up authentically, the easier it is to accept what aging really looks like… YES to building healthy … Continued
Research shows that small accomplishments can elevate mood & provide a sense of order. If life feels overwhelming, try making your bed. It’s a simple act that can help restore a sense of control, especially during times of change like menopause. PMID: 23174474 PMC2976572 These studies emphasize that doing in small, controllable tasks can help … Continued