In this episode, I take you through the Pros & Cons of Popular Diets and who they may or may not be good for. No judgement, no shame just a nutrition nerd distilling the "need to know" about these different approaches. Plus, some personal stories along the way. How a diet changed my health and my career.

 Diets/Approaches I cover: 

1. Keto
2. Paleo
3. Juicing
4. Intermittent Fasting 
5. 75 Hard
6. Plant-based diet (vegan, vegetarian, etc). 
7. Whole 30/elimination diet
8. "Sugar free"
9. Carnivore Diet

Take aways: 

What factors make some of these diets "successful" do those commonly beneficial things instead of focusing on following a specific "diet" create your own "diet" that works well for you. 

Chapters: 

5:19 - Popular Diets I cover

6:42 - New Favorite Quote 

12:03 - Keto diet

15:53 - Paleo diet

19:43 - Juicing 

21:25 - Intermittent Fasting

25:11 - 75 Hard Program

28:35 - Plant-based Diets

32:14 - Whole 30 

39:40 - Sugar Free

41:16 - Carnivore Diet

42:46 - Healthier YOU Program

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A no-BS, habit-based plan to help you build consistency in 2026—without restriction, guilt, or starting over every Monday.

In this episode:

• A client story that shows why starting small works
• What to ADD and AVOID in 2026
• The Core 4 habits that give the biggest return on your effort
• How to use a habit tracker without perfectionism
• Simple ways to stay consistent when motivation fades
• How your body actually burns calories—and how to support it

• A clear, realistic habit system you can use long-term
• Less pressure, more follow-through
• A mindset shift away from all-or-nothing thinking

You’ll leave with:

If you want something you can implement immediately and actually stick with, this one’s for you

Chapters: 

• 1:45 - Client Story
• 5:34 - Things to ADD & AVOID in 2026
• 16:43 - The CORE 4 Habits
• 21:05 - Habit Tracker
• 25:11 - How to make these Habits MORE CONSISTENT!
• 28:19 - How your body burns calories & how to optimize this part of your lifestyle.

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In this LIVE recording for Chamber Business Women Luncheon I show this group of 110 fabulous women how to create a healthy & happy holiday experience for themselves - without being overly restrictive or obsessive.

This is a roadmap on how to coach yourself with some simple questions to a happier & healthier holiday season that leaves you feeling GOOD. This is how you finally find that "balanced" approach.

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Give the health lover in your life something they’ll actually use. In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite practical, feel-good wellness gifts that support better habits, better energy, and better health. From kitchen tools to recovery essentials, you’ll get a curated list of ideas for every budget. And yes — there’s a downloadable PDF with all the gift recommendations mentioned in the episode so you can shop without stress.

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Chapters:

3:29 - The First Gifts that come to mind 

11:28 - Kitchen things

19:37 - Food related gifts

23:26 - Fitness related gifts

25:47 - Services

29:51 - Subscriptions

31:33 - Sleep related gifts

33:14 - Stocking Stuffers

35:28 - How to choose the right gift

36:54 - Gifts to AVOID

In this video Podcast I cover:

- My 7 Foods to Avoid at Thanksgiving Dinner (&Why)

- The Nutrition Info on these Types of Food

- 3 Steps to a Healthier TG Dinner (based on what YOU want)

- 7 Tips for a Healthier Holiday experience

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:30 - Big Picture

4:15 - Basic Plate

8:13 - Appetizers

12:23 - Mains

14:21 - Sides (Non-Starchy)

16:07 - Sides (Starchy)

19:01 - Desserts

22:08 - My 7 to Foods to Avoid

23:40 - 3 Steps to a Healthier Thanksgiving Dinner

26:42 - 7 Tips for a Healthier Holiday

TONS of great info in here.

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How to Reduce Sugar Cravings Naturally in 3 Steps

Halloween doesn’t have to wreck your Health Goals. In this episode I share 3 simple steps to reduce cravings without giving up the fun:

1️⃣ Eat regular meals with protein, fiber-rich plants & healthy fats to stay full and balanced.

2️⃣ Remove temptations from sight — make healthy choices easier while you build new habits.

3️⃣ Pay attention to how sugar actually makes you feel and practice living in the gray area, not all-or-nothing.

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• Webinar on the WHY's behind sugar cravings and how to solve them.
• How to Navigate Sugar Cravings (PDF)
• The Sugar Cravings Check List (PDF)
• Food list to help plan balanced meals (Core Food Plan - PDF)
• 3+ Day Example Meal Plan to reduce sugar cravings

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If soda is your daily pick-me-up (or guilty pleasure), this episode will help you finally cut back — without the crash or cravings.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• 💥 Why soda makes it harder to manage weight, blood sugar, and energy

• 🧠 The real reason your brain craves that fizz and sweetness

• 🥤 Simple swaps that taste just as good (without the sugar bomb)

• 🪜 Step-by-step strategies to reduce or quit soda — at your own pace

• 💧 Healthier drink options for when you’re bored of plain water

Grab your favorite sparkling water and let’s make this breakup feel good. ✨

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Struggling to find motivation? I got you. In this episode, I get real about what motivation actually looks like in a health journey—and how you can learn to create it instead of waiting for it to magically appear.

You’ll learn:

• A simple mental movement pattern to help you shift your mindset and spark action.
• 5 Quick mental reset tools I use with clients to stop the downward spiral and keep progress going.
• How to create a strong connection with your real “why” so your efforts feel more meaningful and sustainable.

This stuff isn’t always easy—it takes time, practice, and patience. But with the right tools and a little self-coaching, you can build the motivation you need to keep moving forward.🎧 Tune in, take notes, and most importantly—put these strategies into practice today. By the end of this episode - quitting just won't make sense anymore. 

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💩 Constipation is more common than you think—and it’s not just about being “backed up.” In this episode, I cover:

In this episode I share my thoughts, and client experience with GLP-1 weight loss medications with a curious (and pragmatic) lens. I am talking the pros, the cons and real-life stories from my work in clinical settings.

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Disclaimer: Not medical advice. Always talk to your provider.