5 Reasons Why Working Mom's Can't Lose Wight & How to Fix It

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How this Functional Test Saved Me

gut health weight loss Jan 12, 2022

Nine years ago when I thought I was losing my health, I went to my doctor. 

It was a time I could barely function without side shots of sugar. My energy level was in the tank. I would pass out in my 3 year old’s bed before 7 pm. I was scared. I was going to be one of those professional working moms that had to give up her career to figure out how to “DO IT ALL.” 

I thought there was something really wrong with me. I was a walking zombie, I had constant stomach aches, I had uncontrollable mood swings, I never pooped and I could barely get out of bed in the morning.

One night, I was reading a level 1 book to my son. I turned the page and started stuttering. The words stuck in my brain were unable to make it to my tongue for my 3 yr old to hear. 

What the heck was wrong with me?

I laid there confused and SCARED. 

How was an educated woman, years of high level education, unable to read a level 1 book? 

This was at the height of my over-dieting,...

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6 Ways to Slow Down and Boost Your Metabolism

Was your 2021 extraordinary? Full of unpredictable events which put you on an emotional roller coaster.

Corporate was no exception. A schedule full of triple booked meetings and eating meals through a straw for an energy boost became normal.

The modern-day mom lifestyle of eating PC (processed crap), swallowing food whole, or eating the wrong foods for your body deprives your cells of the type of fuel it requires to tackle the hustle & bustle.

To beat the painful feeling and look of the bulging belly bloat, step one is chewing your food properly. This means slowing down and pausing while you eat.

I know this may seem like an impossible task, but your body needs to be in the rest & digest state to perform the digestion functions properly.

If you are stressed, anxious, or emotional you will ignite your "fight or flight” system which halts the body's digestive functions.

Digestion is about transforming your food into fuel and when you slow down it allows your body to...

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Best Chocolate for Weight Loss

Eat chocolate. 

Yes, eat chocolate! Dark chocolate that is.

Did you know that if you crave chocolate there is a good chance you’re depleted in the mineral magnesium? What causes this depletion? Super MOM stress!

Dark Chocolate contains 70% cocoa and is loaded with beneficial flavonoids. It helps in maintaining cardiovascular health, preventing diabetes, and even lowering the risk of cancer. The flavonoids in dark chocolate are powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and immune system benefits which prevent premature aging and doctor visits. 

Not only is dark chocolate great for the immune system it can also aid in weight loss and gut health! 

Weight Loss

Eating dark chocolate before having your meal is helpful in controlling your portions as it makes you feel satiated for longer. The chocolate triggers hormones in the body that make you feel fuller for longer and makes you eat less consequently.

Gut Health

Chocolate is considered a prebiotic that is rich,...

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Holiday Triggers Causing Weight Gain

What are your holiday triggers? 

Do you salivate at the sight of peppermint bark?

Or wear your extra stretchy yoga pants when you know mashed potatoes is being served? 

During the holidays, it’s important to take note of your triggers and understand when you feel tempted to overdo it with food. Ignoring the triggers will lead to weight gain & gut rot.

Here are some examples:

  • Attending a cocktail party or a wedding
  • Corporate cafeteria leftovers (you know, the area people bring all the items they don’t want at home.) 
  • When you’re watching TV
  • Desserts delivered to the house for the holidays
  • Bringing treats to your kid’s school
  • Preparing food for a party you’re throwing
  • Family or corporate holiday parties
  • Cocktail parties with drinks and tons of hor deserves

Holiday Hot Tip: PLAN AHEAD

Make SURE TO PLAN before you attend a gathering or party. 

Find out what will be served: If possible, ask the host what kinds of foods and...

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Holiday Survival Checklist

The holiday season can literally take the spirits right out of you. Between the end of the year career chaos, secret Santa gifts, holiday recitals and parties, you can be left wearing Santa's pants and feeling drained. 

Avoid the holiday beat down with this Holiday Survival Checklist.

 Gathering Survival Tips

1.  Plan Ahead

  • Know what is being served
  • Offer to bring a healthy option
  • Pack a healthy snack
  • Don’t show up hungry 

2.  Hydrate

  • Drink water daily. Each morning drink 12 oz. of water before coffee. Sip on warm water throughout the day 

3.  Say No

  • Practice the 80/20 Rule 

4.  Taste

  • Check in with yourself. Would self-care be more appropriate than food?
  • Ask for healthy options
  • Slow down & enjoy each bite
  • Savor the moment – It’s about the conversations 

5.  De-Bloat & Re-Set

  • Drink elixir - AM
  • Drink chlorophyll drink - Evening
  • Move body - Daily 

Motto: “I deserve to enjoy celebrating...

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Fall Detox Salad

Feeling “puffy” from the Fall treats?

Seasonal detoxes can be a great transition from the previous season's toxic build up. 

Fall detoxes can help flush out toxins which lead to the belly bulge, headaches, and weakened immune system. The fall season is a great time to boost the immune system and ditch the stubborn weight. It’s also great for slowing down, turning inwards, and letting go of foods, thoughts, emotions, and people that don’t serve you. Actually, the falling leaves are symbolic of us shedding negative memories, thoughts, and patterns.

Here’s a simple Fall Salad detox recipe you can add to your meal plan for the next few months:

KALE SALAD WITH ROASTED BEETS AND APPLE

Serves 2

  • 2 medium beets
  • 1 bunch kale, chopped
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 green apples, cored and chopped
  • 1/4 cup hemp seeds

PREHEAT OVEN. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

ROAST BEETS. Trim the ends of the beets and scrub them clean. Wrap each beet individually in aluminum...

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