Fit + Fueled Life: Perimenopause, GLP-1s + Fat Loss Over 40

EP102: Excess estrogen might be preventing you from losing weight

Are you struggling with excess estrogen?

‘Estrogen Dominance’ is a type of hormonal imbalance where the body has too much estrogen in relation to progesterone.

Here are some symptoms of Estrogen Dominance:⁠

Irregular periods⁠

Heavy periods

Cramping

Weight gain, especially in mid-section⁠, hips, and thighs

Insomnia⁠

Sore, painful breasts

Acne

Depression, irritability, anxiety, fatigue⁠

Thyroid issues

Low libido (low sex drive)⁠

Fibroids or endometriosis⁠

Does this sound like you? If so, you are not alone. In fact, Estrogen Dominance is one of the most common issues I see with the women we work with.⁠ It's also a main reason for fat loss resistance.

In this episode, I share how and why estrogen can become out of balance and what exactly to do about it. I make specific recommendations related to nutrition and what to eat, lifestyle habits, and possible supplementation. (Be sure to talk with your doctor first before implementing any of these suggestions.) PS, you can get the Hormonal Health Meal Plan FREE here: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/c3539295e9

A Dutch Test is a great way to test for Estrogen Dominance (and other hormonal imbalances) and our team of coaches can help you create a personalized protocol. Once we receive your results, we then begin a ‘food as medicine’ style protocol to help you rebalance your hormones in the easiest, most natural way possible.⁠

Inside our 1:1 coaching program, not only will you learn exactly what ‘shape’ your hormones are in using our comprehensive testing, but you’ll also gain useful insight and guidance around your food and exercise choices under the direct guidance of a highly skilled coach.⁠

You don’t have to struggle to feel your best.⁠

Let our team of coaches help!⁠

Ready to get started? You can learn more and apply HERE: https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

Applications for 1:1 coaching and hormone testing in January 2022 are open now!

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In this episode, I share how I was able to transition my online presence from a healthy living blogger to functional nutrition (FDN-P) entrepreneur. It definitely wasn't easy, and I struggled for years before hiring a business coach. At times, I felt defeated, frustrated, and confused. I was constantly second-guessing what I was doing and not getting the results that I wanted.

Accountability and clarity from my coach and mastermind community were the key factors in helping me transition Carrots 'N' Cake to what it is today. I couldn't have done it without a coach and supportive community.

Clearly, I do well with external accountability… having a deadline from my business coach, being accountable to the women in my mastermind…

I still have to show up and do the work, yes, but it’s much easier for me to NOT give up when I know I have someone checking in with me.

For me it’s not necessarily about the education or resources; it’s more about the accountability, support, guidance, and clarity that my coaches provide.

There is SO much nutrition and fitness information out there. To the point where it’s easy to get paralyzed and not do ANYTHING, which makes things even more challenging when “life happens”.

Having a support system in place is key to pulling many of us back on track, especially when you have a case of the “fuck its.”

Belonging to a group with similar goals is a great strategy to help you stick with your healthy living goals. Your environment and the people who you surround yourself with matter a LOT.

Right now, enrollment is open for the Carrot 'N' Cake Lifestyle Membership.

The Carrots ‘N’ Cake Lifestyle Membership is ideal for you if you know what to do but you would like to have a plan and expert-level support for when your motivation wanes and it feels all too tempting to give up on your goals.

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Sure, this is an investment, but you’re worth it. And investing in yourself will get you the best possible results because you and I both know you are more than capable. Don’t wait to start making yourself a priority!

We have such an amazing community of women, and we’d love for you to join us!

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Episode 100 is here! I can't believe I have recorded 100 episodes, and I wanted to find a way to say 'thank you' for listening. I decided what better way to celebrate than asking for your questions and answering them.

Questions I answer in this episode:

- Do you miss blogging?

- What did you do before coaching?

- Whatever happened with DTF?

- What did you do right and wrong in your UC journey?

- How did you meet your husband?

- Are you still doing the bean protocol?

- How did Quinn learn to solve a Rubix Cube?

- How to deal with bloating after lunch?

- Any plans for another workout program?

- How do you know if you have hormonal imbalance?

- Shoe recommendation?

- Sports bra recommendation?

- Will you run another marathon?

- Tips for balancing your blood sugar?

- What foods should you eat for healthy hormones?

- How do you balance your hormones?

- What to do for heavy periods?

- How were you able to cut back on drinking?

- How do you start with hormone testing?

- Why are you eating eggs again?

- What are your thoughts on Botox?

- Does the Pill regulate your hormones?

- Did the carnivore diet work for you?

Episodes mentioned in this podcast:

Episode 35: Bean Protocol Update & FAQs (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep35-bean-protocol-update-faqs/id1539296304?i=1000516813927)

Episode 47: Bean Protocol Update [1 Month] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep47-bean-protocol-update-1-month/id1539296304?i=1000519873023)

Episode 44: Tips for hacking blood sugar (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep44-tips-for-hacking-blood-sugar/id1539296304?i=1000518827024)

Episode 45:Symptoms of blood sugar imbalance and what to do about it (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep45-symptoms-of-blood-sugar-imbalance-and-what-to/id1539296304?i=1000519261567)

Episode 62: My journey with hormone imbalance and what I did about it (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep62-my-journey-with-hormone-imbalance-and-what-i/id1539296304?i=1000524642925)

Episode 77: All about the Dutch Test (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep77-all-about-the-dutch-test/id1539296304?i=1000530788423)

Episode 87: 4 hormonal reasons why you're not losing weight (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep87-4-hormonal-reasons-why-youre-not-losing-weight/id1539296304?i=1000536290350)

Episode 90: How to love your hormones (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep90-how-to-love-your-hormones/id1539296304?i=1000537504887)

Episode 11: What to eat for a healthy menstrual cycle [FREE hormone meal plan]

(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep11-what-to-eat-for-a-healthy-menstrual-cycle/id1539296304?i=1000501971789)

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Welcome to the next episode of the Carrot 'N' Cake Podcast! In this episode I share 5 favorites that I'm lovely lately.

1. CellCore Protocol: https://cellcore.com/products/the-protocol

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2. Boys' Short Puffer Jacket https://rstyle.me/+sWIneKj-sssYW4k3sf9Zrw

3. Trader Joe's Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix

4. Hylete Terras Fleece-Lined Tight

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5. Hylete Circuit II Cross-Training Shoe

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Cassy Joy Garcia, a New York Times bestselling author of Cook Once Dinner Fix, Cook Once Eat All Week, and Fed and Fit as well as the creative force behind the popular food blog Fed + Fit. Eager to share her healthy living secrets with the world, she started Fed + Fit in 2011. Since then, she became a holistic nutrition consultant and transitioned her personal blog into a tremendously supportive and nimble online wellness editorial, backed by a small but mighty team of writers, researchers, and editors. After realizing that her own struggles to get a healthy homemade dinner on the table overlapped with the same struggles experienced by her readers, she decided that there must be a better way. The Cook Once method was born and it has revolutionized how people cook. She lives in San Antonio, TX with her husband and two children.

Cassy and I cover a wide range of topics, including lots of questions from you! We kicked off our conversation by chatting about Cassy’s latest cookbook, Cook Once Dinner Fix. Cassy shares her inspiration for writing it, all things meal prep, what to do with leftovers, working with special dietary needs, and much more!

Next up, we dived into a bit more of a personal discussion on family, business, and trying to “do it all”. Cassy is such a joy to speak with and I hope you love our conversation.

You can connect with Cassy @fedandfit on IG or at fedandfit.com. Don’t forget to grab Cassy’s wonderful cookbooks, links below.

Cassy’s cookbooks:

Cook Once, Eat All Week: 26 Weeks of Gluten-Free, Affordable Meal Prep to Preserve Your Time & Sanity: https://rstyle.me/+OOsXmmwGLi1ykptOuGhq9w

Cook Once Dinner Fix: Quick and Exciting Ways to Transform Tonight's Dinner into Tomorrow's Feast: https://rstyle.me/+M_Lg-l4zvjHqWM-oB59xyA

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I’ve received a number of questions about the parasite protocol that I’m currently implementing, so I wanted to share some Cliff’s Notes about it. I’m still learning about parasites and figuring it all out, but this episode covers my personal experience as well as possible symptoms related to parasites and how to determine if a protocol is right for you.

I’m following the CellCore protocol and using their products. It starts with a Foundational Protocol to open up detox pathways and then moves onto supporting gut and immune function as well as systemic detox using binders and other products to address lingering toxins. I’m currently in Phase 3, which is building momentum for a deeper detox in the future. Again, I’m not an expert in parasite protocols, but I hope this information helps anyone dealing with chronic illness to continue their journey to better health.

CellCore Protocol Timeline: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1efh_r86YImpEgmkZCjV_Fg7jVsz1Nzgf/view?usp=sharing

https://cellcore.com/products/the-protocol

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One of the biggest mistakes I see when women try to lose weight is not eating enough. They often eat below their Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), which is why they continue to struggle.

So, how do you figure out how much to consume? Well, it comes down to self-experimentation, which, of course, sounds vague, so in this episode, I share the exact process that we use with our clients to help them nail down their ideal macro ratio. I also highlight a number of data points to measure progress outside of the scale to help you understand if your macros are 'working' or not.

Need some additional guidance or want to take your nutrition to the next level? I have 3 MORE resources for you!

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3. Work with us! https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/coaching/

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Rising progesterone in the luteal phase can definitely increase your hunger and cause you to experience more cravings before your period. But if you don't have your diet and lifestyle foundations dialed in, your cravings can be soooo much worse!

If your PMS cravings are out of control, here are some questions to ask yourself:

Are you managing stress well?

Are you sleeping 8+ hours per night?

Are you eating a balance of protein, carbs, fat, and fiber at every meal?

Are you doing too much cardio?

Do you have nutrient deficiencies from the Pill and/or pregnancy?

Do you have hormonal imbalance?

Tune in to learn what to do to improve your PMS cravings, including specific diet and lifestyle recommendations and be sure to check out the resources below!

Cycle Synching Masterclass: https://carrots-n-cake.mykajabi.com/offers/zo9eeghA

Hormonal Health Meal Plan: https://carrotsncake.ck.page/c3539295e9

Carrots 'N' Cake Lifestyle Group: https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/lifestyle/

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In this episode, I share one actionable piece of advice for how to *actually" get consistent with your habits. I promise, it's simple to implement, too!

Consistency is BY FAR the most important aspect of getting and maintaining your results. It's often overlooked when it comes to body composition change, but it's what REALLY matters. Let's just say, without consistency, you’re not getting sustainable and long-lasting results!

The goal is to create consistency with the least amount of resistance. Tune in to learn HOW exactly you can make this happen!

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Welcome to the next episode of the Carrot 'N' Cake Podcast! In this episode I'm sharing 5 favorite that I'm lovely lately.

1. Nike Alpha Sports Bra

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2. Zella Work For It Tank Top

https://rstyle.me/+NDg7dAjFnxfi1ba0keyOLg

3. Bellroy Tokyo Tote

https://rstyle.me/+XoedCrLu5DdRg8kbY2kmeQ

4. Everpro Gray Away Touch Up Magnetic Powder

https://rstyle.me/+cAaQDKDc1RgISN_s8NAztQ

5. ButcherBox Burgers

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