Beyond the Dish

Send Andrea a message 📲 Most people start dieting from a place of frustration—tight clothes, a surprising number on the scale, or just feeling uncomfortable in their skin. But what if that mindset is actually sabotaging your results? In this episode, we break down why reactionary dieting fails, how to uncover the real reason behind weight gain, and how shifting your mindset can lead to better, mo...

Send Andrea a message 📲 You’re doing everything “right.” You’re eating clean, cutting out processed foods, and focusing on whole, nutrient-dense meals. But the scale isn’t moving—or worse, you’re gaining weight. Sound familiar? In this episode, we're going to tackle one of the biggest frustrations in nutrition: why simply eating clean doesn’t guarantee weight loss. If you’ve ever felt frustr...

Send Andrea a message 📲 We all want success, but why do some people seem to stay on track no matter what, while others struggle to make progress? In this episode, we’re diving into a powerful shift that changes everything—one that separates those who keep moving forward from those who constantly restart. If you've ever felt defeated and overwhelmed by the obstacles life keeps throwing your w...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Want to know what nutrition trends 2025 holds according to ChatGPT? Take a listen for what will be worth paying attention to and what will be a waste! Also, don't forget to take advantage of the freebies linked below!  CONNECT WITH ANDREA: 🥂 Alcohol Cheat Sheet 🍔 Fast Food Cheat Sheet 💪🏼 At-Home Strength Program 👩🏻‍💻 Schedule a free consult with Andrea 📬 Weekl...

Send Andrea a message 📲 It should come as no surprise that alcohol consumption increases during the holiday season. More events, celebrations, and stress are naturally going to lead to more drinks than usual. However, just because alcohol doesn't provide any nutritional benefit, doesn't mean it can't be included in an overall healthy diet. Take a listen for some tips and strategies...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Fast food may not inherently be the most healthy food out there, but that doesn't mean it has to be avoided at all costs. In fact, it can be really useful in a pinch. During this busy holiday season, fast food and eating out is going to be inevitable. So, instead of stressing yourself out every time you run through a drive through or are invited to a food event, let&a...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Did you know there's a connection between gratitude and weight loss success? While gratitude alone is not going to melt the pounds off, research shows that a mindset of gratitude can play a critical role in creating consistency with the habits we know need to be in place for weight loss to occur and to stick. Take a listen and I hope this helps not only increase your...

Send Andrea a message 📲 When it comes to fat loss, most people think they are failing because they don't have enough willpower, discipline, consistency...or accountability. And that might be part of the problem. But what if I told you, none of that will matter unless you have this one skill? A skill often overlooked by Type A overachievers! Take a listen as I share what research is showing t...

Send Andrea a message 📲 I'm sure it wouldn't surprise you to hear that the most stressful time of the year is November through January with the height of it landing in December. Which means if you're ever going to be prone to stress eating, it's going to be now. Take a listen for some practical strategies for not only handling stress eating but how to get at the root issue.  C...

Send Andrea a message 📲 We've got 2 weeks until Thanksgiving and 7 weeks left in the year! This is a notorious time for giving up and packing on a couple extra pounds. Let's do things differently this year. Take a listen for a strategy that uses this time of year and the extra goodies to your advantage! CONNECT WITH ANDREA: 💪🏼 At-Home Strength Program 👩🏻‍💻 Schedule a free consult w...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Interesting fact, 85% of people who go on a diet are SUCCESSFUL at losing weight! Wait, what? Yup! If you want to lose weight, there's a good chance you'll be able to do it. The problem is you only have a 5% chance of retaining those results past 5 years. We don't have a weight loss problem, we have a weight loss MAINTENANCE problem. This is episode is for y...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Some of the best transformations I've witnessed have nothing to do with the scale and losing weight. Often it's the weight of the past, unrealistic expectations, and unresolved trauma that holds us back. I see this time and time again, especially with the women I talk to. So, I was thrilled when my client Jennifer was not only willing but eager to chat and share...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Are artificial sweeteners safe? Do they cause cancer? Will they cause you to gain weight? There's so much fear around this topic and surprise, surprise, a lot of it is a misunderstanding of the actual data. So, let's break it down. Let's get into the details a bit to better understand the role that artificial sweeteners can play in an overall healthy diet. C...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Unfortunately, with all the access to information out there, nutrition has become more confusing and difficult than ever. So, let's bust some nutrition myths this week! Here's a list of the 10 myths we discuss: You shouldn't eat fruit because it's too high in sugar You can't get adequate quality protein on a plant-based diet Ultra-processed foods a...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Fall is right around the corner and this seems to be a popular time to "get back on track" and even lose a bit of that "summer" weight. But as we all know a little too well, fat loss isn't as easy as it seems. In fact, we often are the ones standing in our way. In this episode we discuss the 4 biggest roadblocks to fat loss and some practical solut...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Summer is winding down and lots of people are going to want to "get back on track." Before you do that, listen to this episode so these misconceptions don't trip you up! CONNECT WITH ANDREA: 📬 Weekly emails for a daily dose of support 📲 Instagram 🐦 Twitter 🧵 Threads 🤝 Join the private Facebook group 👩🏻‍💻 Schedule a free consult with Andrea  💻 www.ea...

Send Andrea a message 📲 It's officially summer which means the travel season is upon us! This also means lots more eating out and out of our normal routines. While this can make a lot of people nervous, take a listen for 5 tips to staying on track while also enjoying your well deserved vacations! BONUS: Here is the link to the free Fast Food Guide CONNECT WITH ANDREA: 📬 Weekly emails for a...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Feeling frustrated with your lack of results? You probably don't need a different diet or workout routine. You might be sabotaging your efforts with one or more of these common lies people tell themselves. And here's the thing, we ALL do it. We all tend to put the blinders on at some point and believe some of these very common ideas. If you truly want to get unst...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Ever wonder why it seems men can drop weight so much easier than women? Why they seem to make the seemingly smallest of changes to their diet and exercise routines and weight just falls off of them? While it is true men have an advantage when it comes to fat loss, that doesn't mean women can't also get great results. Take a listen to understand what is driving th...

Send Andrea a message 📲 After working with hundreds of clients, it's become apparent that many times the thing that holds us back is not more knowledge, a different diet, or some new supplement. It's what's happening in our heads. It's the stories we tell ourselves, the negative self-talk, and the obsession with being as small as possible. If you've struggled with your re...

Send Andrea a message 📲 "Falling off the wagon" is probably one of the most common conversation I have with people struggling to get results. So many of us just resolve to do better and "get our act together" assuming we are the problem. That our failures mean we are just not disciplined enough, or don't have enough willpower, or worse, we assume we're lazy. What if...

Send Andrea a message 📲 More and more people are coming around to the idea that crash diets and extreme restriction are not viable solutions to fat loss, at least in regards to long-term success. However, beyond the problematic rules these strategies often utilize, there is an often overlooked element that is absolutely critical to your success. You'll probably be surprised at how simple and...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Summer is right around the corner so we know dieting season is upon us! If you have any intentions of doing a fat loss phase, make sure to listen to this first so you can set yourself up for better success! BONUS:  I am giving away free Nutrition Audits to the first 20 people who sign up! Here's what you'll get: 30 minute call with me where we'll do a deep d...

Send Andrea a message 📲 Are you frustrated not seeing the body composition changes you desire despite working out? I sure was for WAY too many years. Take a listen as we discuss the 2 things you actually need to get that "toned" look, as well as 4 things keeping most people from looking like they workout.  CONNECT WITH ANDREA: 📬 Weekly emails for a daily dose of support 📲 Instagram 🐦...

Send Andrea a message 📲 If you are trying to lose weight, this episode is for you! Please understand the point of this episode is not to say you should ALWAYS or NEVER eat these foods. Rather, how to leverage specific foods to make fat loss easier. One of the biggest obstacles you may face while dieting is hunger, so let's talk strategy and learn how to get the most out of your weight loss e...