She Knows Her Body

12 | Macros Made Simple: Stop Counting, Start Nourishing


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If you’ve ever been told to “track your macros” to reach your health goals - this episode will change the way you see food forever.

In today’s empowering conversation, I breaks down what macronutrients really are — protein, fats, carbs, and the often-forgotten fibre — and why understanding them is one of the simplest ways to boost your energy, balance your hormones, and feel nourished (without obsessing over numbers or tracking apps).

We deep dive into:✨ Why the macronutrient diet gets some things right - and others totally wrong✨ The real function of each macronutrient in your body and how they impact your hormones and metabolism✨ Why fibre is the unsung hero of women’s health✨ How to build a balanced plate that keeps you full, energized, and satisfied✨ Practical, no-tracking visual guide to creating balanced meals

This episode isn’t about restriction - it’s about reconnection. Because food isn’t just data, it’s nourishment, fuel, and joy.

Empowerment Moment:

“You don’t need to track to be in tune with your body.Your body already knows what it needs — you’ve just been taught to ignore the signals.When you start seeing food as information, not numbers, you stop punishing your body and start partnering with it.”

💡 Your challenge this week: Build one balanced plate - protein, fat, fiber, and complex carbs - and notice how you feel afterwards. Not what the scale says, but your mood, focus, and energy.

To help create your balanced macro plate, download my FREE "Balanced Meal Checklist" HERE


Chapters

00:00 Understanding Macronutrients and Their Importance

05:14 The Role of Protein in Women's Health

09:10 The Significance of Healthy Fats

16:46 Carbohydrates: The Body's Energy Source

21:44 The Unsung Hero: Fibre

25:44 Creating Balanced Meals Without Tracking


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She Knows Her BodyBy Toni Plumb