January 29 2026: The Secret Shame
The Secret Shame of Midlife Disordered Eating Disordered eating and binge eating are far more common in midlife women than most people realize, and they are also far more hidden. I see these patterns existing quietly alongside outwardly “healthy” lives, stable careers, families, and a long history of dieting success in younger years. Because of […]
January 22 2026: Atherosclerosis – the facts
Slow Process – Major Consequences Heart disease rarely begins with a dramatic event. It develops quietly over time, often without symptoms, and atherosclerosis is the underlying process that drives it. Its a word we hear often from the likes of Dr Peter Attia and it matters, but it’s not always explained. This really is one […]
January 1 2026: Nail fat loss + muscle after 40
Let’s NAIL 2026 We truly hope you have had the most incredible festive time with family, friends and loved ones – now we are ready to knock new year out of the park. Don’t worry if you don’t have any specific goals already set. We are here to assure you, all you need is a […]
August 14 25: The Troubling Habit : Fundamentals of Fiber
Re-thinking this Healthy Habit You’ve swapped white bread for seeded wholegrain, started snacking on raw veg, loaded up your plate with lentils and kale, but instead of feeling energized and light, you’re bloated, sluggish, and maybe even foggy-headed by mid-afternoon. What gives? You may be overloading on fiber – or the wrong kind that can […]
August 21 25: What Biggest Loser Got Right
The Biggest Loser Got One Thing Right Let’s be clear from the start: The Biggest Loser was far from a healthy or ethical way to approach weight loss. The show pushed contestants to extremes with punishing exercise schedules, highly restrictive diets, and a level of public scrutiny that bordered on abusive. Many of the methods used were […]
September 25 2025: Osteoporosis Prevention in Menopause
Practical Osteoporosis Prevention If you’ve been told to “jump for your bones” but your knees scream at the thought, you’re not alone. Many women in midlife have osteoarthritis or other knee issues, and skipping impact all together can feel like giving up on your bone health. Here’s the good news: you don’t have to jump to […]
October 2 2025: Does the best diet exist?
The BEST Diet – does it exist? It’s one of the most common questions in health and nutrition: what’s the best diet? The temptation is to look for one perfect answer, the “magic” diet that works for everyone, every time. But the reality is more nuanced. While there are evidence-based principles that support good health, […]
October 16 2025: Tired, Craving Sugar? What is Insulin Resistance?
Why Insulin Resistance Could Be Holding You Back As we move through our 40s and beyond, hormonal shifts, stress, and lifestyle habits can make our bodies less responsive to insulin, a hormone that helps move sugar from the bloodstream into our cells for energy. When cells stop responding properly, the body produces more insulin to […]
October 23 2025: LEAD in your Protein Powder?! Consumer Reports
Is there LEAD in Your Protein Powder?! Tracy always wants to bring you the latest findings and this one is no exception. Let’s get straight to it. A widely shared report has been published investigating some of the leading protein powders out there. Published by Consumer Reports on October 14, this investigation looks at the […]
October 30 2025: Nail weight loss for good!
Consistency is Key It’s ironic, how consistently we talk to you about consistency – but it matters! Tracy has always stood by Ovid’s quote “dripping water hollows out stone, not through force but through persistence” and we want to encourage you to not to just think like this, but live like this. You all want results […]