In this episode, I'm diving into why weight loss for women is so nuanced. My talk is divided into 3 main segments:

1. diet & exercise (caloric deficits, survival mode, calculating the right macros for your body + needs, why you need to take your hormones into account)
2. hidden barriers to weight loss (if you have these barriers no amount of dieting or exercise will work until these barriers are removed)
3. solutions and how to get a Metabolic Makeover (my 6 week plan to give your metabolism a holistic makeover so you can achieve the results you desire)

If you're ready to dive into what really works for women, listen to this episode and sign up for Metabolic Makeover today! If you sign up before the end of March, use code SUMMERCASE at checkout for 50% off here.

In this episode I am joined by my friend and colleague, Christine Van Tonder. Christine is a Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach for women and a Marketing Specialist for Healthcare Practitioners.

We are talking about PCOS (poly cystic ovarian syndrome) - one of the most common hormonal problems and cause of infertility affecting women. Christine shares her personal story of dealing with PCOS - from heavy, painful periods starting at age 16, birth control as a band aid, to finally getting diagnosed, healing naturally and going on to have 3 healthy pregnancies.

We also discuss:

• stats about PCOS and how many women go undiagnosed
• the 3 criteria for being diagnosed with PCOS
• symptoms of PCOS
• natural healing solutions that have most helped Christine

Find Christine on Facebook: Christine Van Tonder and Threads: Thriving Wellpreneur 

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Wondering if you have PCOS? Start by taking my free hormone quiz to identify hormonal imbalances!

In this episode I am walking you through what happens to my body composition before & after a 36 hour "belly fat burner" fast.

I lost 9lbs and 1% body fat in 36 hours and kept it off even as I started eating normally again. 

I use the FitIndex app & bio impedance scale (which measures your body fat %, muscle mass, body water etc) to show my real time results from doing a 36 hour fast. I measure before, after and then for 2 more days of normal eating. And I show you everything - screenshots from the app, everything I ate for those 2 days, including calories and macro breakdown, and how I continued to maintain my results.

Ladies, get my free resource on cycle syncing and how to tailor your nutrition & exercise to the different phases of your cycle for optimal health, weight and hormonal balance.

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In this episode I am discussing the amazing health benefits of sauna, including:

• Sauna culture and history of sauna use
• Sauna health benefits:
  • Cardiovascular health
  • Detoxification
  • Recovery and immunity
  • Longevity
  • Cellular repair
  • Stress relief
  • Energy and fatigue
  • Increasing fat metabolism
• Finnish style vs Infrared sauna
• Times and temperatures
• Alternatives and at home options

Get more information about my new 4 week course: Get Your Energy Back! to heal chronic fatigue, overcome weight loss resistance and get your life back.

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In this episode, I discuss:

• What are SMART goals (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound) and how to use them
• How to change your goals from vague to smart
• The GPS example
• Why the "all or nothing" mentality doesn't bode well for success
• My tips and insights on how I successfully implement new habits in my life
• Habit stacking and why this works so well
• How to build trust with yourself

I also mention Damien's eBook, SMART AF: How to Connect Your Goals to Your Purpose. This includes his backstory of growing up in the rough neighborhood of Compton, CA and going from a life of gangs, drugs, guns and violence to completely turning his life around. He started with SMART goals and he walks you through it. This is such a valuable resource! Get your copy here!

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Are you fatigued? Are you having trouble losing weight?
You might be stuck in a cycle of Adrenal Fatigue + Weight Loss Resistance.

In this episode, I discuss:

• what are the adrenals
• your stress & stress-recovery hormones (Cortisol & DHEA)
• what is a healthy vs chronic cortisol response
• signs & symptoms of cortisol that is too high or too low
• the spectrum of adrenal fatigue
• how this causes weight loss resistance

This episode is information pulled from lesson 1 of my new course: Get Your Energy Back! on how to heal adrenal fatigue and overcome weight loss resistance. It is designed to give you all the information you need to know + implementation and how to actually apply it, to get your energy, libido and life back!! Get more details + sign up here.

If you're interested in the Dutch Hormone Test to get your sex hormones + Cortisol & DHEA tested, find it here.

www.balancedhormonesvip.com 

Are you curious about getting your hormones tested? Here are what the actual results look like and what they tell you.

When I did my first Dutch hormone test at age 35, I was dealing with brain fog, thinning hair, acne, vaginal dryness and low libido. After looking at my results, it became clear why. I found 5 major problems with my hormones that were the root cause of my symptoms. Once I knew what was wrong, I was able to rebalance and heal my hormones naturally. This was life changing for me and since then, I have helped so many women rebalance their hormones and alleviate their symptoms when we run a Dutch test.

In this episode, my fellow practitioner Courtney Cowie (Functional Diagnostic & Nutrition Therapy Practitioner) and I walk you through our actual Dutch Hormone Test results so you can see exactly what they look like and how much valuable information comes with a Dutch test.

Get your own Dutch test here, we'll review them together and I will give you a care plan tailored to you: https://balancedhormonesvip.com/product/dutch-hormone-testing/

In this episode I am joined by Functional Nutrition & Diagnostic Practitioner, Courtney Cowie, as we dive deep into the thyroid and how it connects to gut and hormone health, including:

• Symptoms of low thyroid
• How the thyroid works (chain of command)
• The difference between conventional and function thyroid testing:
• Important nutrient cofactors for good thyroid function
• Root causes of low thyroid
• The impact of low thyroid on the gut
• Why going wheat-free is so critical if you have a thyroid issue

Follow Courtney on Facebook, Instagram, or Tik Tok: @courtneycowientp
To book a Free Gut Check Call or download her free e-guide: www.courtneycowie.com

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In this episode, I interview Sonita Nkenne, Business Coach and Queen of Inner Work & Transformation. Sonita shares her story of being a homeless, single mom after leaving an abusive relationship. Of how she reclaimed her power and went from the victim to a powerful creator that today is a 7 figure entrepreneur. Sonita shares the strategies and steps that she implemented along the journey of her amazing transformation, including the importance of inner work, frequency and healing the nervous system. Finally, how she leads her clients through the process of deep healing and transformation to achieve powerful results.

Find Sonita on:
Website: https://www.richandcomplete.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sonitankenne1
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nkenne.sonita.5
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NE5YH6z3NiNxtSp66Abrk

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Are you living the life of your dreams, or simply following the model that society says you should want? How do you know that your dreams are actually your own?

In the episode, TammyRenee Maxwell shares her story of how she went from homeless to having her dream international business in Costa Rica, only to realize that she was living someone else's dream and how she left it all behind to go on her own journey of transformation. Today TammyRenee helps ambitious entrepreneurs align their business and life for six-figure success with clarity, balance, and purpose. She is an Intuitive Guide, Transformational Speaker, Author & Mentor. In this conversation, we talk about how to identify and live your own dream, and not the dreams of others. We cover people pleasing, how that ties into our innate fear of rejection and what are walls vs. healthy boundaries and more!

If you're ready to go deeper and tap into action to transform you life, check out the full episode for more details!

Find TammyRenee on:
YouTube https://youtube.com/@wavephilosophy?si=jGHIySnYA9aCI2eY
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tammy.hollandthomas/
IG https://www.instagram.com/tammyrenee_transformation/
Food For Thought Book https://www.amazon.com/author/tammyrenee
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