The Healthy Connections Podcast | Health Tips for Busy Moms with Chronic Illness, Becoming Unstuck While Living with MS, Simple Fitness and Nutrition

In today's episode, I am holding a coaching session with one of my clients, Kristen. We will be diving into the first phase of attacking what is holding her back from reaching her health and fitness goals. We only had a short time to really dive in, so in subsequent coaching with her, we will dive even deeper and check in to see how she is doing with her next steps that I gave today. Items me...

Today, we have a great episode for you! We'll be diving deep into the topic of structuring a strength training program. Strength training is essential to building muscle, increasing strength, and improving overall fitness. So, whether you're a beginner or an experienced lifter, this episode is for you! Before we dive into the details, let's briefly touch upon the importance of havin...

This one…this one hits my heart. Today's interview is with my dad. He was not live with me on the recording, but I did send him some questions prior that he answered. He is very open with his story in the hopes that it will help someone else out there.   For anyone who is or knows someone who is struggling with alcoholism Recovery Centers of America is where he went. Here is the link to find...

I am so passionate about this topic! Extremely passionate and I'm sure you'll be able to hear that come through as you listen to this one today. It's a change in mindset. It's embracing the diagnosis for what it is and then digging seriously deep to find that ROOT cause to fight! Fight for fit...for your life. I hope you enjoy this episode and if you feel inclined, please share...

Building muscle is essential for women's health and should be embraced. Not only does having more muscle improve your overall strength and physical capabilities, but it also has numerous health benefits. Increased muscle mass helps to stabilize joints, improve bone density, boost metabolism, and enhance overall body composition. Contrary to popular belief, women won't become overly bulky...

Seed cycling is a natural approach that uses different types of seeds to help regulate hormonal balance in women throughout their menstrual cycle. It is based on the belief that certain seeds contain nutrients that support specific phases of the menstrual cycle. Here's a breakdown of how seed cycling typically works for women: 1. Follicular Phase (Day 1-14): During the first half of the menst...

Say what?! Yeah! In fact, today is the last Super Blue Moon until 2037! According to space.com "the term " Blue Moon " has nothing to do with color, instead referring to either two moons occurring in the same calendar month (as in this case), or the third full moon in a season that has four full moons. A supermoon, meanwhile, refers to a full moon that occurs when the moon is closer...

Today I’m going to be talking about the importance of and the steps to meal plan! In the chaos of getting back to school, this is going to be helpful information for you so that you can continue to be healthy at home and in the workplace. Planning and prepping are half the battle my friend, and I’m here to help you!  In today's episode you'll get the WHY it is important and the HOW to do...

Magnesium is essential and most people are deficient! In this episode we will discuss magnesium citrate, magnesium glycinate, magnesium sulfate, and magnesium threonate. Meal Plans Mentioned in the Episode Found Here: https://stan.store/melissahadleyfitwithMS Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 for $10 off your first order! 🔆 Yo...

Did anyone ever think that putting heavy metals into the mouths of millions would, years later, cause issues? Perhaps not, but now we know better. In today's episode, I am talking about the dangers of mercury (amalgam) fillings in the teeth, symptoms to be aware of, and what to do if you feel you have mercury toxicity. There are some symptoms that occur more often than others and may be consi...

Someone asked me this week about my opion on something,  so with that said…let’s chat about the new weight loss craze….Ozempic! So, in today's episode, I will be sharing my thoughts on the topic and that's what they are; they are my personal opinions and are in no way to be taken as medical advice.  In a world where 'fast results' are desired, I understand why the craze is as s...

Drawing the Line with your health! Setting your goals and going through the five  year exercise and embrace where you are!! Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 for $10 off your first order! 🔆 Your Free 6 Step Guide to Gua Sha : https://candid-breeze-204.myflodesk.com/guasha 🔆 1-on-1 Coaching: https://melissahadley.com 🔆 Lets C...

Nutrition is where so many struggle, but then again, exercise can be a struggle for many as well. We really try to take the hard out of it by laying things out for people so that they can focus on the ‘doing’ part of the equation. With a little coaching, some planning, and a lot of doing , you'll reach your health goals! Either of these plans can certainly help and I'm happy to help you...

Do you get so excited to start your health journey and then get nervous, overwhelmed or side tracked? Today's episode is a little bit of 'tough love' for you...only because I care about your big picture! xo Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 for $10 off your first order! 🔆 Your Free 6 Step Guide to Gua Sha : http...

I hope you find value in these 10 tips! Of course, there are more when it comes to your gut health, but take some of these baby steps and you'll start to make big strides in your overall health!  Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 for $10 off your first order! 🔆 Your Free 6 Step Guide to Gua Sha : https://candid-breeze-204...

Well, here we are at the end of a school year; our first year of homeschooling! In today's episode I talk about what went well and what did not go so well. You'll also hear a little bit from our 7th grader to chat about what he liked and what was a little tough for him.  I'm hoping this episode helps you if you're considering homeschooling yourself. I am in no way an expert in...

Today I am bringing you a chat I got to have with a long time friend, Tammy McMahon. She is a homeschooling mom of three and wildly successful Realtor in the Charlston, SC area. Not too long ago, Tammy was told by doctors that she was close to death if they did not treat her right away, but they did not know what was wrong with her.  They went so far as to do an emergency hysterectomy. It took her...

I had the pleasure of being interviewed for the Drop the Ball podcast with Gina Kuehne. We talked about how our bodies as women change through the years and how we need to work with our hormones instead of against them. You are not doing anything wrong. This is something that isn't talked about a lot, but we are talking about it today! Links from episode: Free group: https://jennyswisher.idev...

Our intention was to interview live, but we instead opted for Kelly to answer some questions about her success with the program and why she is STILL going!! Her results are incredible and, most importantly, sustainable! (I talk about that more in the episode).    As her coach, I'm so proud of her and she thanks me often, but I always remind her that I didn't do the work! SHE did the work...

Welcome to today’s episode the Healthy Connections Podcast! I’m Grateful that you are here to learn all about why eating MORE and LIFTING weights is actually better for your hormones especially as we age. As we grow older, our bodies undergo many changes and hormonal imbalances can occur. However, studies have shown that adopting an exercise routine that includes weight lifting and increasing calo...

Have you ever wanted to run a half marathon or a full marathon? Do you struggle with knowing where to start? In this episode, I will provide you with some tips on how to train. This applies to those 5k races and 10k races too!  Lace up those sneakers and set those goals...this is your year!  My hydration drink of choice: Hydrate Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching...

We are a quarter way through the year! I feel like it was just Christmas, but here we are and a quarter of the year has passed already, so today we are going to check in on how you are doing with those health goals that you may have (or may not have or SHOULD have perhaps) set for  this year. Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Products : https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 f...

Today I’m going to give you some tips on how to be sure to still get in some exercise even within your busy life as a homeschool mom or dad. As a homeschooler, it can be challenging to find and make the time to exercise amidst teaching, grading, and other responsibilities. Sometimes, it can be stressful, so it is imperative that you’re exercising to mitigate some of that stress.  I hope you enjoy...

Sarah is a mom and wife who is passionate about wellness. Her passion has now led to her to teach women about toxicity in the beauty industry. She helps women shop clean beauty as an ambassador with Beauty Counter. Join us today as we discuss some interesting facts about ingredients in makeup and other beauty products. You can find Sarah here: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesswithsarahjean/?hl=en...

How can I lose 10 pounds? What drinks can I drink to lose weight?  How can I lose weight at home? These are all some of the top questions asked using Google. I will tackle them here for you! Please note that this is not intended to be medical advice. Talk to your physician or functional medicine provider if you have specific questions pertaining to your health. Support the show 🔆 Hormone Safe Pro...