“I’m Not Hungry in the Morning” — And Why That Might Be the Reason You Can’t Lose Weight

If you're a woman past menopause and the scale won't budge, I want to ask you one question before we talk about anything else. Are you skipping breakfast because you're just not hungry? If the answer is yes, keep reading. Because that one habit — as innocent as it sounds — could be the exact thing standing between you and the results you've been working so hard for. First, Let's Talk About Why You're Not Hungry A lot of women assume not being hungry in the morning is a good thing. Like your body is being efficient. Like you're ahead of the game. But here's what's actually going…

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Burnout or Adrenal Fatigue

Burnout or Adrenal Fatigue
Burnout vs Adrenal Fatigue Guide

Is it Burnout or Adrenal Fatigue? These two are often confused because they share similar symptoms, such as exhaustion and stress. However, they are distinct conditions with different underlying causes and treatments. Let’s first look at burnout. Burnout: Causes: Primarily caused by chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. Can result from long-term involvement in emotionally demanding situations, such as caregiving or other high-stress environments. Symptoms: Emotional exhaustion: Feeling drained and unable to cope, experiencing a lack of energy. Depersonalization: Developing a cynical attitude toward work or feeling detached from it. Reduced performance: Feeling incompetent or less effective in work tasks. Physical symptoms: Headaches, gastrointestinal issues,…

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How to Manage Menopause

How to Manage Menopause

How to Manage Menopause -- First, what is Menopause? Menopause is a natural process as a woman ages. It is when she has not had a period for 12 consecutive months. Perimenopause is defined as the year prior to menopause. Some women proceed through menopause without effort and others may experience the uncomfortable side effects of it. Because I balanced my hormones premenopausal, menopause was a nonevent for me.  Therefore, I urge younger women to start now to protect their bodies from toxins in personal care and replaced processed with whole foods. What are the symptoms of menopause? Hot flashes/night sweats Sleeplessness Unwanted hair growth Weight gain Cravings…

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