Trotting Thru Life: The feel good journey through wellness, reimagined.

This is the first of a new mini series called: Wellness Myths Women Still Believe

Today we are talking all about the body and detoxing.

We’ve all been there — feeling bloated, sluggish, or just off, and thinking, ‘I need a cleanse!’ But what if I told you your body is already doing that — every single day — no juice fast required?

our body already detoxes every single day through your liver, lymphatic system, kidneys, lungs, skin, and gut.”
Break it down simply:

• Liver → neutralizes toxins, needs protein + antioxidants to function.

• Lymphatic system → moves waste out; depends on hydration and movement.

• Gut → eliminates waste through regular bowel movements; needs fiber and good bacteria.

• Skin + lungs → secondary detox pathways when the main ones are overloaded.

  • Eat real food: focus on fiber, colorful veggies, and clean protein — the liver needs amino acids to detox.

  • Hydrate well: water + minerals = better elimination.

  • Support digestion: daily movement, probiotics or fermented foods, reduce processed oils.

  • Ditch the overload: alcohol, sugar, synthetic fragrances, and plastics — these add to your toxic burden.

  • Bonus tip: dry brushing or rebounding to stimulate lymph flow.

    
    

    Instead of punishing your body with a juice cleanse, think of supporting it with gentle, daily habits that keep you feeling clean and light from the inside out.”
    Examples:

    • A seasonal “reset” with whole foods.

    • A week of simplified, anti-inflammatory meals.

    • Focusing on elimination — not restriction.

      
      

      Your body isn’t broken — it’s brilliant. When you give it the right tools, it knows exactly what to do.

      
      

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Kendel and I were acquaintances through mutual friends but after the pandemic it became obvious to us that we were really kindred spirits and very like minded. Not only that but we also share very common stories with our health issues and the path is took us down trying to get to the root cause of things.

She was a guest speaker at my Women' s wellness retreat this past September and what an impact she made not only on the ladies attending the retreat but my daughter (who was our photographer) and myself as well. We all learned so much and continued to discuss what she taught us over the course of the weekend.

You can be a part of Kendel's one on one mentorship program, or buy her book by checking out her website here:

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I was talking today with a friend and she was asking me to remind her of some tips to help adrenal function during a high stress event that she recently experienced. When adrenals get spun out of control to protect us during stress, they sometimes have a hard time calming back down which can increase cortisol and keep it high for longer than we would like.

For me I can always tell by the way I feel when mine is high, but interestingly enough my friend and I do not experience the same physical symptoms. This is where it is very important to be listening to your body so you can be intune and be able to give

your body what it needs.

Some tips are: laying on you back and legs up the wall for 15 min. Deep breathing, grounding, a walk outside, humming and even tapping. I encourage you to look into any or all of these methods to have tools you can use anywhere and anytime you need them. The power lies within you to reclaim your health and wellness, simply!

Kristin is an intuitive holistic healer while successfully managing her neuro-spicey life and parenting a wild soul that wants to walk barefoot in the woods any chance she gets.

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Jessica shares her story of coming from a home where she felt like she had to take care of herself from a very early age. She was no stranger to hard work and providing for herself.

Mindset as far as taking care of herself and making money was all she knew. She did not know how to dream or even think futuristic. She was stuck in flight or flight mode that started very early on in her life.

We both share how we had the mindset of "I don't need a man to take care of me"... until we got married and had a baby and everything shifted for us. For Jessica it was when she gave her life to the Lord that she felt the desire to be a mom.

Then another mindset shift after becoming a mom, "I don't need any help, this is my job." And also feeling like because you didn't make any money that you also couldn't spend any money. A lie that we tell ourselves, and actually believe.

We put so much on ourselves and we don't communicate with our spouse, and we forget to take care of ourself. The mind is so powerful and when we tell ourself we aren't worth the expense to take care of ourself, we believe it and don't even allow the idea that maybe we could spend money on ourself.

What if you got curious and were open to taking a look at how you could still stay at home with your kids and make money and feel better?

Has your life been flipped upside down? Are you letting all that stress fall on you to care for everyone else? What is the narrative you are telling yourself? If you aren't careful your health will be what takes the biggest hit and it can take you down.

If you are praying for a change, be open to the fact that it might not look like what you think it's supposed to look like. God works in mysterious ways, and not being open minded is keeping you from the answer to your prayers.

When you have an open mind to notice what God is showing you, so much can change, and it can be simple. When you have a clear mind and vision, you can hear the Lord and see what is showing you. Do not let fear hold you back. A true mindset shift can change everything!

This is our story and we are not the same people today that we were 10 years ago! I hope that listening will open your mind and encourage you.

You’re exhausted, you crawl into bed, and then suddenly your brain turns on like a light switch. Or maybe you fall asleep fine… but wake up at 3 AM wide awake. If that’s you, you’re not alone — and it’s not just in your head.

Why Sleep Changes in Midlife:

• Hormones shift — lower progesterone (calming), fluctuating estrogen (hot flashes, night sweats).

• Stress hormones (cortisol) run high, especially if blood sugar is unstable.

• Brain shifts — melatonin production naturally decreases with age.

  The 3 Big Sleep Disruptors:

  1. Hormone Fluctuations — night sweats, racing thoughts, anxiety at night.

  2. Blood Sugar Rollercoaster — late-night snacks, wine, or sugar spike → crash at 2–3 AM.

  3. Stress & Nervous System Overdrive — “wired but tired” mode.

     Simple Fixes That Actually Work:

     • For hormones: magnesium glycinate, evening relaxation, cooling bedroom.

     • For blood sugar: protein + fiber at dinner, skip the sugary nightcap, try a small balanced bedtime snack if you tend to crash.

     • For stress:

       • 5 minutes of breathwork or journaling before bed.

       • No doom-scrolling — swap with a calming routine (tea, book, stretching).

     • Sleep hygiene basics: dark, cool room, consistent bedtime, no caffeine after 2 PM.

       When to Get Support :

       • If insomnia lasts more than 3 nights a week for 3+ months.

       • If sleep disruption is paired with extreme mood changes or anxiety.

       • Encourage listeners to seek out a practitioner who understands women’s health and midlife.

         
         

         Your body is not broken — your sleep can absolutely improve when you understand what’s really driving it.

  
  

  
  

You're tired, moody, maybe not sleeping well, and you're

wondering, is it stress or is my body changing? Today I'm going to help you figure out if what you're experiencing is perimenopause or stress, and what to do about it!

Why is it so confusing? Stress and perimenopause over lap ALOT in symptoms. Fatigue, sleep disturbances, weight gain in the mid section, anxiety, irritability. Most women normalize it as stress and miss the early signs of perimenopause.

If stress is the one driving the symptoms, then things such as a temporary break from something that stressed you out or a vacation with lots of rest will help. If its cortisol driven then you will be wired but tired.

Perimenopause driven symptoms are related to the cycle and hormone fluctuations. Your periods begin to change and they will sometimes be lighter, heavier or even could skip one. You start having night sweats and hot flashes, or vaginal dryness. Anxiety and mood changes seem to be out of the blue and after a week off work or letting go of a stressful obligation doesn't help.

What about when it's stress and perimenopause? Stress actually males perimenopause worse. High cortisol will tank progesterone leading to more severe symptoms. Stress is keeping you awake, hormones fluctuate and then insomnia becomes unbearable.

Simple Steps to help:

Track your symptoms for 2-3 months (cycle, sleep, mood)

Ask your practitioner to do hormones testing

Lifestyle resets that help BOTH stress & hormones, such as:

balance blood sugar, movement that calms such a yoga, prioritize sleep, magnesium and adaptogen herbs.

If this sounds like you, you are not broken nor are you alone!

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In this episode my good friend and BII sister & I discuss how important it is to get the information out there so that women can make informed decisions and better understand what could happen.

Breast implant removal is more than a cosmetic decision—it can be a vital step toward protecting your overall health. For many women, implants can lead to complications such as chronic pain, autoimmune symptoms, capsular contracture, or breast implant illness. Removing them can help reduce inflammation, restore natural body function, and improve long-term well-being. Your health should always come before aesthetics, and understanding the risks is the first step in making an empowered choice.

My Facebook feed is FULL of everyone saying how sick their kids are and school just started back. This episode is to give you some tips and encourage you to make some easy changes to stay out of the doctor's office, get well faster, or stay well.

First let's look the child's diet. (this also needs to be looked at if the child has behavior issues) If you target the gut health through diet and probiotics then you can boost their immune system, and 80% of the immune system is in the gut. If the diet is all processed foods, and they are a picky eater, then make some simple, basic changes and then build on that. Tostios brand makes 2 versions of their chips, and the better one is called Simply. Start to learn how to look for the bad ingredients that are causing your family more harm than you know. AVOID: artificial colors (causing a gut/brain disturbance), Seed oils (you only want olive oil, avocado oil and coconut oil) because they cause inflammation in the body, and added sugars but especially artificial sugars (aspartame, Sucralose)

Look for real cane sugar or even better, stevia or monk fruit. Start by making some small swaps, even put the chips into a zip lock bag so they don't see the package. LOL

Try adding more fruits and veggies in their diet perhaps in a smoothie in the morning. It's best to not let them see how you make it! Just saying. Call it a milk shake if you need to.

Have conversations with your kids about trying new food and talk to them about how it can help them stay healthy and not feel bad and need to go to the doctor as much.

If this is still an issue and you can't get them to eat or even try any new foods, then you need to consider supplementing their diet. Supplements are just that, meant to fill in the gap and supplement

where the diet is lacking. I recommend this children's chewable that is a methylated multi-vitamin and probiotic in one. https://plexusworldwide.com/Aliciatrotter/product/plexus-xfactor-kids-chewable-multivitamin-probiotic

One of my favorite things to give my family when sickness does strike is Elderberry Syrup. I make my own and you can too. Find a simple recipe on my blog here: https://trottingthrulife.blogspot.com/2013/10/elderberry-syrup.html

Or get a kit mailed to you and watch the webinar on how to make it here: https://trottingthrulife.blogspot.com/2013/10/elderberry-syrup.html

Natural remedies do work, but you have to start them immediately and be consistent using them until the sickness is gone.

These suggestions are just that, suggestions only. This is NOT medical advise and was always check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns.

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