Fuel Her Awesome — Mental Health, Aging, Nutrition & Healing Your Relationship With Food: gut-brain connection, emotional eating, women’s hormone health, food freedom, empowered eating

Today is all about PERMISSION FOR PEACE in our body, with food, and to serve as your gentle reminder that you don’t always have to be performing. In today’s episode, I’m unpacking 3 reasons why you need to allow yourself rest and 3 ways to do it!  If you are here today, I know you are a hard-working, accomplished, motivated woman. How do I know this? Because if you weren’t motivated and hard-worki...

After years of dieting, she didn't know there was another option.    Would food always be stressful?    Would she always swing from dieting to overeating?    Today on the show my dear friend (and also my podcast coach) Stef Gass joins us to talk about how she went from Keto to Food Freedom, to the healthiest and FITTEST she has ever been. She talks about the struggles she faced, what wasn't workin...

THIS IS WHAT WE HAVE TRAINED FOR!  All year we have been working towards Empowered Eating. We have been working our butts off to shift the narrative from diet culture-based values to our own self-defined values. The holiday season with all its hustle and bustle is our game day!    This is where our training comes in.    The holidays are a season where we are out of the normal routine. We might be...

This the season for FOOD!    With so many holiday foods around, there is focus on desserts and drinks. I say, why save all the fun for desserts and alcohol? We can refresh our everyday staples with the same seasonal flavors without losing the nutritional value.    Today we wrap up the final episode of the Happy Holiday Eating series! I am sharing two ways you can refresh and recharge your fuel pla...

Happy holiday week and welcome to episode #3 in the Happy Holiday Eating Series!    Today!!!! We are talking about a big one…    What if I gain weight over the holidays?    My mission today is to help you manage your thoughts around this topic so we do 2 things: prevent extreme changes in weight and learn how to accept the small fluctuations… because sister, it is normal this time of year.    All...

The Holiday Season is here!!! Some of you might think "YAY!" and get on my level about the holidays. Is anyone else ready to start playing Christmas music the day after Halloween??? Or maybe you are not of those people and hearing this made you gag a little.   I will tell you friends I haven't always been this chipper about the holiday season. There was a season that this time really stressed me o...

To eat the Halloween candy or not eat the Halloween candy... that is the question.    Halloween kicks off what I call the food holiday season! From today until Valentine's Day, there will be food EVERYWHERE. This can bring up so much... How do I navigate the extra food?  What if I overeat?  What happens if I gain weight? How can I stay focused on my goals? I know it is possible to enjoy holiday fo...

We have all done it... we set the goal to eat "better". Then we walk into a pizza place and after much deliberation decide "better" will start tomorrow.   You aren't alone if these words haunt you. Self-sabotaging our health goals is something most of us do often. But why? And what happens when we do this?   Today I am jamming out with my new friend, Tanja Shaw, as we discuss the physiology behind...

Hey friend! Just dropping a BONUS EPISODE for you all this awesome Thursday!  We are here today to talk about Mind-Body Connection, specifically how this might be beneficial when it comes to exercise. On this podcast, we talk a lot about biofeedback when it comes to the food-body connection which is why I am so excited to expand this conversation today to exercise.   I am stoked for several reason...

In the words of Lord of The Rings' Hobbit, Pippin:   "What about second breakfast?” Mornings are busy. And if we are lucky to get a balanced breakfast, we are typically hungry by 9:30 or 10AM. Based on biofeedback and nutrition science, I believe Pippin was on to something.  Second breakfast is a great way to boost your energy!  Today I am talking about 3 reasons second breakfast is worth adding t...

Are protein supplements helpful?  What is whey protein? Can I have whey protein if I am lactose intolerant?  So many questions about protein supplements, and who better to ask than a microbiologist who created a protein powder? Darcy Haggith is the leader and founder of Gruppo Nutrition and Polar Joe . He is here to share with us his journey to building a successful protein powerhouse, how he find...

Hey friends! We all need water like we need oxygen. Hydration is power. And you think it would be simple: you get thirsty, you drink, you pee, repeat. While this is true, my goal today is to help you level it up. I want you to know what your body says about dehydration and how to recognize it. Beyond this, there is power in hydration and there can be more powerful when you amplify a few details. ...

It isn’t that it is too hard.  You can trust the process.  It isn’t your lack of will power…    The things holding you back from food freedom are not what you would expect. In today’s episode, I am breaking down six fear blockers that may be holding you back from food freedom and ultimately empowered eating.    Fast (but not good) results. If I had a dollar for every person that lost weight quickl...

Do you know which Disney princess you eat like?!?! Toni Marinucci is a fellow Registered Dietitian and she has a unique (and cool) approach to healing your relationship with food.  Today, Toni is breaking down all the parallels between dieting, dating, and romantic relationships. Listen in to learn how you diet like you date! So many of us are trying to make the diet "shoe" fit, and it's time to s...

Remember when summer started and we couldn't wait for the long days and flexibility of schedules? Now, after 3 months of chaos, I am craving some structure.  Today I am breaking down the 3-step process for resetting and reconnecting with those health and fitness goals. We have 4 months left in the year and I know our 2023-selves will be grateful if we take the time NOW to reset and keep growing. ...

Are you settling if you let go of weight loss and accept your body?  How do you learn to feel comfortable in a larger than desired body in a fatphobic world? Today's interview is priceless. Jenna Waite is a registered dietitian, a mom to 5, and living in a larger body. In this interview we laugh, we cry, we feel it all about what it is like to live and overcome unworthy feelings attached to your w...

How is it already almost September?!?!?   While the days are often long, the years sure are short. Part of me knows each day is a gift, and yet I too often get bogged down by the to-do lists and the responsibility.   Autopilot kicks in.    In today's interview with THE Ms. Kate House, we are talking about "how to live by design...not default". This conversation kicks off by making "purpose" feel a...

It's all fun and games until the ice cream pint is gone (in one sitting).  Stressed? Chocolate sure does make it better... for a minute.   The truth is emotional eating is effective, but it only makes us feel better for a moment. In today's episode, we are jamming out about emotional eating, why it works, and how to cut ties with it as your primary coping tool. We have science that shows eating hi...

Habits shape our days, which shape our weeks and ultimately direct our year. Most habits are started with good intentions, but all too often turn into unsupportive or sabotaging habits. Today we are breaking down bad habits. How and why did they start? Then we break through to rebuild healthy habits that not only stick but create the outcomes we are looking for. I believe you have agency over your...

I see you boss babe: juggling all the things and trying to do it with a smile! But the reality is your energy will only take you as far as you fuel it. Today, I am sharing my top 3 energy hacks to boost your energy so you can show up for all the things... with high energy and as your best self!  I am jazzed to continue this Health Hack Mini Series!  Be sure you tuned into Monday's episode: My #1 H...

Hey, superwoman! Here is my #1 Health Hack to get stronger. It isn't rocket science, but most women don't do it.  I am so excited to be launching a mini-series for y'all this week: Health Hack Series!!!  Often times on this show, we chat about the deeper work like our relationship with food and body. I love these talks (SO MUCH) and amazing things happen in these conversations. AND at the same tim...

Age happens. On the one hand, it is a blessing because it means we are living longer and blessed with another day. On the other hand, it comes with some obstacles.  The good news is there are nutrition hacks we can include daily to keep our skin glowing and vibrant! Tune in to today's episode for three tips on maintaining youthful skin!  Cheers and happy eating!  Jess  👉 Learn more or apply to wo...

Dysfunctional, disordered, and dieting are words too many of us live in when it comes to food. To finally find a way to eat healthy without sacrificing mental health is a delicate balance, but it can be done!  In today's episode, a long-time client and friend of mine is sharing how she said goodbye to dieting and finally found empowered eating! Her story is one I know so many of you will relate to...

Keto, Paleo, Atkins, Low Carb, and Sirtfood Diet are among Google's top searched diets in the last 2 years. When you google these diets you will surely get more information than you knew existed! What is healthy eating?  And how do you know if your diet is healthy?  Before you google the best diet, it is crucial you take a minute to understand how to work with your body and choose a diet that best...

Ever feel like you need a vacation after your vacation? We are in the thick of travel season and that typically means our eating is all over the place. This can leave you tired and exhausted. Today I am diving into my top 5 nutrition tips for healthy eating while you travel. Vacations and trips are opportunities for fun and adventure and you will get so much more out of them if you take empowered...