If you ever said, "I can't lose weight, exercise, follow the diet, eat healthy" etc. then this episode is for you! Women over 35 commonly tell me "I can't lose weight." They are frustrated, feeling broken and like there is something wrong with them. If this is you, there is NOTHING WRONG WITH ...
Healthy Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies {GF, Low Calorie}
Healthy Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies made low calorie and gluten free are a delicious holiday cookie recipe with peppermint sprinkles on top! Gluten Free + Low Calorie Chocolate goes well with anything and these cookies serve up a double batch for you! Image a brownie like cookie with a ...
Healthy Low Calorie Holiday Recipes
The holidays are in full swing! If you're worried about what to eat to stay on track with your weight loss goals, GOOD NEWS! I’ve got many Healthy Low Calorie Holiday Recipes ideas for you to lighten up your menu. From breakfast, to appetizers, salads, sides, main dishes and even lighter ...
Sugar, Insulin Resistance and Weight Loss – Podcast Episode 24
Insulin resistance is common with those who are overweight. So if you find yourself craving sugar and carbs regularly it could be a sign of insulin resistance. I teach my clients to eat for their insulin hormones to become MORE insulin sensitive. Insulin and weight loss are very important which I'm ...
Healthy Gingerbread Donuts {GF, Low Cal}
Healthy Gingerbread Donuts made lower calorie, gluten free and with wholesome, real ingredients. A lighter and healthier holiday treat dusted with a light maple sugar topping. Gluten Free + Low Calorie Looking for a healthier holiday treat? Well, maybe you weren't *looking* for a treat but ...
Healthy Hot Chocolate Smoothie {GF, Low Calorie, Vegan}
Healthy Hot Chocolate Smoothie is high protein, gluten free, dairy free and a great snack or meal for weight loss and hormones. Low Calorie + Gluten Free + Vegan I'll be honest, I never used to love smoothies - but that's because I wasn't making them the right way. Now I love them for a quick ...
Getting Your Mindset Right For The Holidays – Podcast Episode 23
Get your mindset right for the holidays! Mindset is the number one reason why women over 35 struggle with weight loss and during the holidays even more so. Mindset is the missing ingredient in weight loss and diet programs and something I focus heavily on with my clients. Unless women get their ...
Healthy Eggnog Cheesecake Bars {GF, Low Calorie}
Healthy Eggnog Cheesecake Bars are made low calorie with gluten free and real food ingredients. A delicious and healthy holiday dessert recipe! Low Calorie + Gluten Free If you love eggnog, then you will be obsessed these healthy eggnog cheesecake bars. I'm super excited to share this low ...
Sunday Skinny 11/29/20
Hey Friends! Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving if you were celebrating! This year more than any I believe there's so much to be grateful for amongst the grief everyone is experiencing. I must say I am truly grateful for you and for visiting the blog, listening to the podcast, buying the cookbook ...
Healthy Breakfast Strata with Sausage and Veggies {GF, Low Cal}
This post is sponsored by Albertsons! All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. Healthy Breakfast Strata is a make-ahead breakfast casserole packed with sausage and veggies and gluten-free bread! A simple and delicious holiday brunch recipe. Gluten Free + Low Calorie The holidays always ...
Holiday Mindset for Weight Loss – Podcast Episode 22
Holiday mindset for weight loss is key to permanent weight loss success. Most women I work with fall into the same pattern during the holidays setting them back in their weight loss, causing them to believe they have to wait until January 1st to start again. The good news is you don't have to ...
Healthy Turkey Wild Rice Soup
Healthy Turkey Wild Rice Soup is perfect for Thanksgiving leftover turkey! A low calorie meal that's naturally gluten free and veggie packed. Low Calorie + Gluten Free If you have turkey leftovers, there are a lot of ways you can use it up! Sandwiches, turkey enchilada soup, adding it to a ...
Healthy Banana Almond Flour Cookies {GF, Low Calorie, Paleo}
Healthy Banana Almond Flour Cookies are a low calorie cookie recipe made better for you, gluten free and dairy free with just 4 ingredients! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Paleo Cookies hold a special place in my heart. After all, I lost 80 pounds eating a cookie a day. People are always so ...
Menopause and Weight Loss with Dr. Nirvana – Podcast Episode 19
Dr. Nirvana is a naturopathic doctor specializing in hormones. A common question I receive from weight loss clients is how to ease symptoms of menopause. Dr. Nirvana speaks to menopause with some helpful tips for what to do. In this Dish on Ditching Diets Podcast episode you will hear: The ...
Healthy Crockpot Beef Stew {GF, Low Cal}
Healthy Crockpot Beef Stew is a lower calorie recipe made gluten free in a slow cooker. A classic recipe made better for you! Gluten Free + Low Calorie If you're looking for a hearty dinner, you came to the right place today! This healthy crockpot beef stew will knock your socks off. It's ...
Sunday Skinny 11/15/20
Hey Friends! Hope you had a lovely week. Thanks so much to those who reached out about my Dad. He's slowly walking again, lost a lot of weight and isn't eating much. No one can see him in his facility due to COVID and phone talking is impossible with his dementia. We're trying to stay positive and ...
Healthy Low Calorie Thanksgiving Recipes
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I’ve got many Healthy Low Calorie Thanksgiving Recipes ideas for you to lighten up your menu. From breakfast, to appetizers, salads, sides, main dishes and even lighter desserts. I've got everything here for you to compliment your turkey! If you're new ...
How to Eat For A Leaner Midsection – Podcast Episode 18
How to eat for a leaner midsection is a common question I receive from weight loss clients. The key to reducing the size of your midsection is your hormones. In this Dish on Ditching Diets Podcast episode you will hear: The key mistake women make when trying to lose weightThe hormones that ...
Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup {Low Cal, GF, Paleo}
Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup is a low calorie soup recipe made without cream or dairy. A lighter chicken pot pie recipe that's delicious and gluten free! Low Calorie + Gluten Free + Paleo I love a hearty chicken pot pie soup. Growing up in Wisconsin, it was always a winter staple. Don't get ...
Zucchini Apple Spice Muffins {GF, Paleo, Low Cal}
Healthy Zucchini Apple Spice Muffins are a low calorie muffin recipe made flourless with more protein and lower carbs. An easy snack recipe with warm spices! Low Calorie + Paleo + Gluten Free This is an old recipe from December 2014. Wow! That's about the time I started this website so this ...
Healthy Diet Not the Same As A Weight Loss Diet – Podcast Episode 17
A healthy diet is not the same as a weight loss diet. I commonly see prospective weight loss clients who are eating foods that seem healthy, but they are literally making it harder for them to lose weight. Eating foods that seems healthy can work against the hormones that control your hunger, ...
Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars {GF, Low Cal}
Healthy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars is a low calorie cheesecake dessert recipe made higher protein and with a gluten free crust! Gluten Free + Low Calorie It is no secret that I love all things pumpkin! Fall is my favorite time of year and I look forward to making all the healthier pumpkin ...
Sunday Skinny 11/1/20
Happy November Friends! I hope you had a good Halloween. It's been a crazy busy month. This time of year is always busy for weight loss coaching, but last month was the busiest I've ever been. I'm so grateful for everything especially with this weird year. I appreciate you reading the blog, ...
Healthy Stovetop Stuffing {Low Calorie, GF, Vegan}
Healthy Stovetop Stuffing is made low calorie with more vegetables and gluten free bread. A delicious and healthier stuffing recipe! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan Folks it's time to ditch the pre-packaged stuffings and make your own and let me tell you why... Popular pre-packaged ...