Ashley is my neighbor, our recent dinner trade buddy, a great podcaster, and an expert on healing your metabolism and experiencing vitality beyond your 40s. Check out her podcast, The Family Fork, wherever you listen to podcasts.
In this episode of HRtbeat: the Highlands Ranch podcast, Jake Freedle welcomes Ashley Malik, a wellness coach and host of The Family Fork. Ashley shares her journey from years of frustrating health struggles to discovering functional medicine. She opens up about the changes she made to heal her body, including giving up inflammatory foods, focusing on mindset, and ultimately losing 65 pounds in her late 40s.
Ashley discusses her approach to "component cooking," a flexible system that allows her to cook healthy meals that satisfy her family without spending hours in the kitchen. She also talks about the power of small, sustainable changes and how curiosity can be the key to better habits. From food choices to finding balance as a busy mom, Ashley offers insights for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being.
We talked about:
Ashley’s journey to health after years of frustration with traditional medicine.
How functional medicine helped her identify Hashimoto's disease and nutrient deficiencies.
The role of nutrition in managing brain fog, joint pain, and weight gain.
Ashley’s approach to "component cooking" for easy, flexible family meals.
Her mindset-focused coaching approach for sustainable health changes.
The importance of small steps and curiosity when building new habits.
Strategies for navigating social situations without alcohol.
Learn more about The Family Fork with Ashley Malik:
Ashley Malik is a wellness coach and host of The Family Fork podcast. Specializing in nutrition and mindset coaching, Ashley helps midlife moms improve their health, lose weight, and reclaim their energy. To learn more about her coaching programs or to explore her meal planning membership, visit ashleymalik.com.
Or message us at info@highlandsranchpodcast.com, and we help you get connected.
