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From Struggle to Strength: Mary Ellen's Success Story


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Achieving Your Goal Body with a Sugar and Flour-Free Lifestyle | Mary Ellen Chitwood's Journey


In this episode of the Healthy Real Food podcast, we welcome Mary Ellen Chitwood as our guest. Mary Ellen shares her inspiring journey from struggling with health issues and weight management to becoming a mentor in living a sugar and flour-free lifestyle. Joined by Cheryl, Lisa, Jean, and other members, Mary Ellen discusses the transformations she underwent, the challenges she faced, and the tools that helped her achieve her goals. She reveals how adopting a healthy mindset, engaging in group accountability, and learning to navigate food choices transformed her life. Tune in to hear Mary Ellen’s tips for thriving in maintenance, her travel strategies to stay on plan, and how she went from focusing on weight loss to pursuing her dreams. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone on a journey to better health.


00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:52 Mary Ellen's Background and Health Struggles

03:41 The Turning Point: Discovering a Sugar and Flour Free Lifestyle

06:10 Challenges and Mindset Shifts

08:22 Transitioning to a Healthy Real Food Lifestyle

16:11 Traveling and Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

25:37 Consistency and Success in the Program

27:19 Transitioning to Maintenance: A New Habit

29:39 The Importance of Mindset in Weight Management

31:59 Non-Scale Victories and Life After Weight Loss

34:10 Chasing Dreams: From Visualization to Reality

39:02 Travel Tips for Healthy Eating

42:52 The Power of Community and Support

45:23 Final Thoughts and Words of Wisdom

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The Healthy, Real Food®️ Podcast with Erin Hart, BSN, RNBy Erin Hart, BSN, RN