I’ve been eating delicious, almost completely organic, super healthy meals for a reasonable amount of money for years, and so can you. It takes a little planning, creativity and yes, some time—but the preparation makes busy days easier! A few things that work well for me: - Buy staples in bulk: oats, dried fruit, nuts, dried beans and lentils can stretch the budget. - Cook extra: I double or triple soup recipes, veggie burgers, etc and freeze portions for quick lunches. I also roast two chickens at once, freeze the extra meat and use the bones for stock. - Make the most of seasonal produce: freeze berries, turn basil into pesto and use tomatoes for homemade sauce. - Leave home prepared: a packed lunch and homemade snacks save those last-minute purchases. - Compare prices: check the price per unit and buy specials you’ll actually use. Start with one or two tips from the graphic and build from there. What’s your favourite way to save money on healthy food?

When life gets busy and the worries pile up, taking a few minutes to unwind can make such a difference. Deep breathing, a walk in nature, relaxing music or talking to a friend—find what helps YOU manage stress. Pick some ideas from this graphic and add on some others to create your own stress management list to keep handy. What helps you relax when you’re feeling stressed? 👇

Most women don’t realize how the body adapts as the ovaries begin producing less estrogen. The adrenal glands continue producing hormones that the body can convert into small amounts of estrogen, while the liver helps process hormones and supports metabolism. The adrenal glands need rest and vitamin C. Support your liver with dark leafy greens, beets, artichokes, berries, whole grains, healthy fats and plenty of water. Limit alcohol, fried and ultra-processed foods, and unnecessary exposure to pesticides, herbicides and harsh chemicals. Hot water with the juice of half a lemon freshly squeezed first thing in the morning can support the liver,. (if you do this often, it might be good to rinse your mouth after to protect the teeth enamel) Which liver-supporting choice will you make this week?

As ovulation begins to decline during perimenopause, estrogen drops and FSH rises. This often begins in a woman’s 40s—and sometimes in her late 30s. These hormonal changes can affect weight in several connected ways: 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘀: Less lean muscle can slow your metabolism and reduce the number of calories your body burns. 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗮𝘁: Fat may begin accumulating around your abdomen rather than your hips and thighs. 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿: Changes in insulin sensitivity and appetite regulation can increase hunger, encourage fat storage and make it harder to use stored fat for energy. 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗹: Elevated insulin and ongoing stress can increase cortisol, contributing to blood-sugar imbalances and abdominal weight gain. 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽: Hormonal changes can disrupt sleep, affecting hunger hormones, food choices and glucose tolerance. 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Declining estrogen may increase inflammation and interfere with signals involved in appetite and metabolism. 𝗚𝘂𝘁 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮: Lower estrogen may reduce the diversity of beneficial gut bacteria, affecting digestion and weight regulation. This is why weight gain during perimenopause is not simply about willpower. But there is so much you can do, be sure to catch these talks during the summit! Check the calendar tab above and add these talks to your own calendar! Which of these changes have you noticed?

Table salt is made white and dry through a multi-step process of purification, vacuum evaporation, mechanical dewatering, thermal drying, and the addition of anti-caking agents. This kind of salt is found in all processed packaged foods and is not good for you and not good if you have high blood pressure. Natural sun-dried sea salt is harvested in Brittany France and laid out in the sun to dry. It is the healthiest salt you can eat because it is not processed and it is actually good for high blood pressure. Just natural healthy salt, which is lightly gray in colour and moist. Sun-dried sea salt retains several trace minerals that are stripped away during the heavy processing and refining of regular table salt. While both types of salt are primarily sodium chloride, unrefined sea salt contains small, natural traces of: - Magnesium - Calcium - Potassium - Iron - Zinc - Manganese - Sulfur - Fluorine/Bromide Salt is good for you if it has color. Pink Himalayan salt is also good, but this is better. https://www.skool.com/bodytypology/classroom/da38ad35?md=b49c7e160ae54452b700c38884a8b049 I have a whole section in the classroom about healthy foods… 😀