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Why Dieting Can Make Autoimmune Symptoms Worse after 40

Many women in midlife feel frustrated with their bodies. They notice weight gain, fatigue, digestive issues, joint pain, or brain fog. And their first instinct is often to diet harder or exercise more. After all, that’s the advice many of us have heard for years. But for women over 40, especially those experiencing autoimmune symptoms, …

Early Warning Signs of Autoimmune Disease if over 40

Many women in their 40s and 50s begin experiencing symptoms that seem to appear out of nowhere. Things such as: Often they are told: “It’s just stress.”“It’s normal aging.”“Your labs look fine.” But for many women, these symptoms are connected to something deeper: autoimmune dysfunction. Autoimmune conditions are dramatically more common in women than men, …

Why Weight Watchers Went Bankrupt, GLP-1 Drugs, and What to Do Now

In a headline that’s rocking the health and wellness world, Weight Watchers—once the go-to solution for millions hoping to lose weight—has filed for bankruptcy. While the full story is complex, one major factor stands out: the rise of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. These weight-loss injections have been hailed as “miracle” drugs. But …

Hidden Health Hijackers of Your Hormonal Issues

Do you feel like no matter what you do—eat clean, exercise, manage stress, pray, get outside in nature —you still struggle with bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, or mystery symptoms? If that’s you, read on because we are talking about something that’s often overlooked but incredibly important: hidden infections—like bacteria, viruses, and even parasites—and how they …

What’s Love Got to Do with Health?

In light of Valentine’s Day and the topic of love, do you remembers years ago in 1984 there was a hit song by Tina Turner called What’s Love Got to Do with It? Maybe you’ve heard it. The meaning of the lyrics is sad since in the song the woman was hurt in a relationship …

How to Stress Less During the Holidays Part 1

We are in the holiday season – Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and then New Year’s is right after that. Is this the most Wonderful Time of the Year for you? Or are you like many people who tell me they’re feeling even more STRESSED! The holidays are filled with both joy and stress for most of …

Is There a Connection Between Thyroid and Perimenopause or Menopause?

Did you know that perimenopause and menopause can affect your thyroid? And your thyroid disease may be a factor in how you respond during perimenopause and menopause?  Anytime hormones fluctuate for whatever reason, other hormones will be affected in some way. Nothing happens in isolation in your body. Whether you’re in puberty, pregnant, in perimenopause, or in …

How to Intermittent Fast for Better Gut Health

Have you ever fasted? As a health and wellness coach, I often am asked about intermittent fasting including what is it exactly, is it beneficial to health, how do you do it, what are the cons, and should everyone do it. So let’s dive in to find out. What is Intermittent Fasting? Fasting is when …