Catholic Women’s Metabolism | weight gain, fatigue, insulin resistance, stress hormones, thyroid health, perimenopause, and metabolic resilience

Are you exhausted, anxious, gaining weight, struggling with sleep, or feeling unlike yourself—but being told everything is “normal”? You may be experiencing early perimenopause symptoms. In this episode, we break down: What perimenopause actually is When it really starts (often earlier than most women realize) Common early signs Why so many women are dismissed or misinformed Practical first steps...

Perimenopause is coming—whether we feel ready or not. And for many women in their 30s and 40s, it brings a wave of questions about perimenopause symptoms, weight gain, fatigue, hormones, and metabolism. In this series, we’re approaching perimenopause with honesty, nuance, and faith. No fear-based messaging. No empty “just accept it” advice. And no pretending you can control everything. Instead, we...

Why is it so hard to follow the routines we carefully create? In this episode, we’re talking about schedule integrity — the ability to honor the plan you already decided on — and why so many Catholic women feel stuck in the exhausting cycle of planning well and following through poorly. After facing my own gap between intention and action, I went searching for wisdom deeper than productivity hacks...

Extreme exhaustion isn’t normal—and it’s not the price of motherhood, marriage, ministry, or faithfulness. If your fatigue is stealing your patience, your presence, and your joy, your body may be crying out for something deeper than rest: minerals and metabolic support. In this episode, I break down why so many women—especially faithful, high-giving women—are profoundly depleted, why “just resting...

I disappeared in 2025 from the podcast and all things online.  Where did I go, you might be wondering??  The truth is: I didn’t stop caring. I got more intentional. In 2025, I made a decision to pause accepting clients—not because I wasn’t called to this work, but because I was “practicing what I preach” and needed to care for myself and my family on a different level.   In this episode, I’m takin...

If you’ve been telling yourself that the answer is more discipline, more willpower, or one more restart — this episode is for you. We talk about: Signs you’ve outgrown DIY approaches Why waiting often costs more than acting What support actually changes (and what it doesn’t) Who thrives inside Restore If you’ve been quietly wondering, “Is it time?” This episode helps you listen honestly. ✨ Enroll...

Many Catholic women have been taught—explicitly or subtly—that caring for their body is vanity, weakness, or distraction from what “really” matters. In this episode, we gently reframe that belief. We talk about: The difference between stewardship and punishment Why caring for your body is not vanity, but responsibility How shaming yourself is hurting your health What Scripture actually says about...

It often begins with good intentions — a desire to be disciplined, healthy, and faithful. But over time, food choices start to feel moral, guilt replaces peace, and caring for your body becomes heavy instead of life-giving. In this episode, we talk about: How diet culture sneaks into faith spaces Why guilt often disguises itself as “discipline” How “off the wagon” thinking harms both metabolism an...

What used to work in your 20s literally and physically doesn’t work anymore.  Let’s break it down in this episode: What changes hormonally and metabolically in this season Why dieting feels harder and gives worse results Why your body isn’t resisting — it’s adapting What support actually looks like now If this episode strikes a chord with you, I’ve built a program based on this framework–Restore:...

As a woman who can seemingly conquer it all, is trying to "eat clean" and do the right things, yet feels like she is running on empty... It's not your fault! Your body is simply begging you to support it in a different way. This episode will unpack: -why so many faithful -disciplined women feel exhausted -the hidden cost of chronic under-fueling + stress -why “doing everything right” can still bac...

Hi friends, and welcome to a very special episode of the podcast! If you’ve been with me for a while, you know this show has always been about supporting women in their health journeys. Today, I’m excited to announce a big change: our podcast is rebranding as Catholic Women’s Metabolism.   This new name reflects exactly who we serve—Catholic women in their 30s and 40s navigating metabolism, hormon...

If you give a mom her lab results, she's going to jump on Google.     When she's on Google, she's going to decide that she has a life-altering disease that is causing her weight gain.     After all that Googling, she's going to find her husband for a shoulder to cry on.     He'll suggest grabbing a diet book, so she hops on Amazon to purchase the latest fad-that-isn't-a-fad diet book.     While on...

You can guess at what your hormones need--right here. Right now!    Orrrrr, you can test!     I'll walk you through swaps to make to heal your hormones on this episode  and explore what type of labs and tests you should take.   ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting or burning out?   Grab your free Hormone Hacker's Guide for Wo...

Two words: seed oils. I get questions about this hot topic all the time. Are they ok? Why do so many say to avoid them? What's the deal?! We'll explore the fats you should actually consume regularly and we'll also touch on herbs and spices.   ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting or burning out?   Grab your free Hormone Hacker...

If exercise drains you, sucks the life out of you , makes you feel resentful, or.....maybe isn't happening at all, this is your episode, girl! In this episode you'll find a couple options to up-level your workouts, but to also find some joy in them, and, most importantly, get them DONE.   ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting...

You’ve got to be honest with yourself here: what’s getting in the way of you feeling emotionally and mentally well? What’s filling your mind? Bogging you down? Sucking your time? Your emotional, mental, and spiritual health is VERY important for how you feel overall in your body. Today we'll dive into the what, the why, and the how to detox the sounds and sights that are hitting you on daily! ****...

"I didn't believe you when you said I'd stop craving sugar." That was a client who made the EXACT swaps that are included in day 3 (today) of the free Weight Loss Challenge! I've laid it all out for you in this episode. ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting or burning out?   Grab your free Hormone Hacker's Guide for Women here...

Are you still drinking coffee creamer, 2% milk, or diet sodas? What about granola bars or sugar-free yogurt cups? As a dietitian I've got one thing to tell you--STOP. You MUST prune these things out. More importantly, however, you need to have a swap for them! Tune in and I'll tell you exactly what to choose instead! ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back...

On day 1 of the challenge we'll dive into microplastics, fragrances, and other toxins that are known carcinogens, endocrine disrupters, increase ADHD, cause birth defects, are strongly associated with diabetes and heart disease, and more. Tune in for specific swaps and how to actually conduct this 21-day challenge!   ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back...

WINTER WEIGHT DETOX: a 21-Day Free Weight Loss Challenge for Moms Prayer, direct health swaps, no holding back. Group chat (off social 💁‍♀️) Downloadable PDF 7 podcasts episodes taking you step-by-step 21 DAYS TO FORM NEW HABITS & feel FABULOUS💪💅🏻💃🏼 Who is this for? Moms, particularly Catholic moms or Christian moms who are needing start their 2025 health journey off the right way. ****R...

Today can be day 1 of your health, hormone healing, and or weight loss journey. If so, this episode is a great place to start. Here's to a healthy and blessed 2025! ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting or burning out?   Grab your free Hormone Hacker's Guide for Women here: rootedwellness.academy/hormonehacker

Merry Christmas! I pray that it's filled with all the magic and wonder that baby Jesus has to offer! Now pop in your headphones and let's go get some fresh air together! All my love, Kristen ****Ready to support your metabolism, restore energy, & bring your body back into balance—without dieting or burning out?   Grab your free Hormone Hacker's Guide for Women here: rootedwellness.academy/horm...

Don't Go Another Holiday Season Without THIS Appetite Strategy. As a registered dietitian, I'm NOT saying to skip these sweets, I'm simply saying let's hack your appetite so that holiday foods have less of a hold on you. Get ready to take some notes for the 4-part strategy! BTW--If you're in your follicular phase (period through ovulation), this strategy is particularly GOLDEN. This is your last c...

There is a war on your hormones. It’s more than fatigue. It’s more than being unable to lose weight. It’s more than mood swings. You’ve lost control of your body, and it’s time to get it back. Let me introduce you to the  FUNCTIONAL DUTCH TEST The DUTCH test is a detailed functional test that will dig deeper than anything a doctor will order in a conventional medical setting. This test has the pow...

I recently grabbed some couches from the side of the road. It was a crazy attempt to replace my busted, broken, torn, and stained couches from my living room. Why in the world would I share this with you? Because, friend, I want you to know that you are worth so much more than you are giving yourself credit for. You deserve health, not another busted DIY attempt. ****Ready to support your metaboli...