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High protein snacks – they sound like a good idea, but why are they so hard to fit into your day? If you feel the same way, you’re in the right place! This week, we’re diving deep into the incredible benefits of high protein snacks for everyone in your family, especially for us amazing women […]

High Protein Snacks: Healthy & Delicious

Family Fork Podcast Episode 34
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It’s a constant debate as you get older, between “should I lose weight” or “should I eat healthier” as you navigate perimenopause or menopause. This week, we’re diving into this very topic and exploring how these two goals can actually go hand-in-hand. Ashley shares her personal journey and insights, reminding us that feeling good in […]

Episode 34: Get Healthy OR Lose Weight: The Perimenopause Debate

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Feeling that spring energy and ready for a fresh start? This week, we’re not just cleaning out closets; we’re giving your health and fitness a total spring refresh. Ashley guides you through a powerful process of re-evaluating your goals, decluttering your pantry and fitness space, and most importantly, cleaning up your mindset. It’s time to […]

Episode 33: Spring Cleaning Your Health & Fitness

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Feeling the pressure of summer approaching and dreading those shorts and sleeveless tops? You’re not alone! This week, we’re ditching the unrealistic “quick fixes” and diving into real-life strategies for busy, midlife moms who want to feel confident and strong. I get it – you’re juggling work, kids, and everything in between. That’s why I’m […]

Episode 32: Lose Up To 4 Lbs This Week, In 5 Easy Steps

Perimenopause

As you get older, it might seem like weight gain is inevitable, especially during perimenopause. You start noticing it as the weight packs on around your middle, and despite trying different strategies, nothing seems to work. The weight gain is slow but consistent, adding up year after year. Welcome to the challenges that come along […]

How to Actually Lose Weight in Perimenopause

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Anti-Inflammatory Diet

One of the most common questions I get asked about an anti-inflammatory diet is “what kind of anti-inflammatory snacks can I eat?” When you’re new to an anti-inflammatory diet, you’re bound to have days where you’re hungry in the mid-morning or afternoon. Because you’re new to this way of eating, it’s likely you’ll gravitate toward […]

Easy, Anti-Inflammatory Snacks

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Anti-Inflammatory Diet

Everywhere you look there’s talk about anti-inflammatory diets. On social media, in the news, and even on Netflix! But knowing that there’s a bit of a learning curve, you’re probably wondering “Do I need an anti-inflammatory diet?” Let’s dig in with a quick recap on anti-inflammatory diets, and discover 10 symptoms that signal your body […]

Do I need an anti-inflammatory diet?

10 reasons you can't lose weight with woman in various stages of weight loss
Anti-Inflammatory Diet

Raise your hand if you’ve ever said “I can’t lose weight no matter what I do!” You’ve tried everything , but nothing works, and you’re beyond frustrated. As a busy, midlife mom, you’re eating salads for lunch, tracking your steps, and trying to squeeze in a workout after leaving the office. Maybe you’re even suffering […]

10 Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight, and What to Do About It

Fitness

One of the keys to losing weight is doing the right workouts for hypothyroidism. What is the “right” kind of workout? Great question! If you struggle to lose weight, and have hypothyroidism, low-impact workouts are going to be your best choice. And when you find programs that you can do at home, you’ll be more […]

How I lost 55 lbs with at-home workouts

Anti-Inflammatory Diet

There’s a lot of discussion about anti-inflammatory diets these days. If you struggle to lose weight using the methods you used in your 20s (restricting calories, more cardio), you’re likely finding that approach doesn’t work anymore. Curious how to lose weight on an anti-inflammatory diet? What is an anti inflammatory diet? While not designed specifically […]

How to Lose Weight on an Anti Inflammatory Diet