In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage'™ podcast, Kim welcomes functional nutrition-based dietician Gretchen Spetz.
They discuss practical strategies for women in midlife to balance nutrition, manage blood sugar levels, and embrace a better relationship with food.
Gretchen shares her journey, including overcoming hypothyroidism, and provides actionable advice on maintaining fiber and protein-forward diets, combatting emotional eating, and fostering self-compassion.
Tune in for insights that will inspire and empower your wellness journey post-40.
00:39 Welcome to Midlife with Courage Podcast
01:01 Meet Gretchen Spetz: Functional Nutrition-Based Dietician
01:27 Gretchen's Journey to Becoming a Dietician
03:31 Starting The Functional Kitchen
04:51 The Importance of Nutrition and Community
06:37 Challenges of Midlife Nutrition
07:37 Understanding Functional Nutrition
09:31 Addressing Disordered Eating in Midlife
13:20 Self-Compassion and Mindful Eating
19:50 Gretchen's Personal Experience with Hashimoto's
23:07 Struggles with Hypothyroidism
23:31 Finding the Right Treatment
23:51 Dietary Changes for Better Health
24:49 Importance of Fiber and Protein
26:00 Managing Sugar Cravings
26:51 Protein and Fiber Recommendations
28:32 Role of Fiber in Gut Health
31:12 Balancing Blood Sugar
36:19 Practical Dietary Tips
38:53 Gretchen's Services and Final Thoughts
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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.
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