So many people ask me, Sara, how can I get to my daily protein requirement without consuming animal products? After recording this episode with Mege, I thought….think of beans like chicken! I often hear people say, I’m so tired of chicken. Yet, many of us are compelled to find a new and different flavorful recipe to prepare it, right? So I hope this episode opens your mind to the diverse ways you can add a wide variety of legumes to your meals. We know that when beans, peas, and lentils are combined with other foods, the result is a dish with all of the 9 essential amino acids found in animal products. I’m definitely going to implement some of Mége’s time saving and taste tips this week.

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May you be happy and healthy.

I’m excited to be speaking with my friend Stephanie Whelan about deciding to change her diet and going vegan 15 years ago. Stephanie was born and raised in Hawaii in a family who ate animal foods including dairy, meat, and fish - along with vegetables, fruit, legumes, and grains.

Whether you've embraced a completely plant-based diet or are just curious about how you might create better health with food, I think you'll find her story of radically changing her diet thought provoking and inspirational.

To learn more visit my website empoweredhealthyliving.org where you can subscribe to my Reset & Launch membership to give you all the tools, strategies, and support you need to transform your life and health.

May you be happy and healthy.

On today's episode I feature an ingredient that even the Sugar Plum Fairy would love! We talk about decreasing sugar during the holidays while still enjoying your favorite treats, and I share one of my favorite easy swaps that is absolutely delicious AND nutrient-rich.

Check out my easiest-ever Molasses Cookie Recipe:

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In this episode of Nip It in the Gut Sara is speaking with Ashley Hafer, a nurse, mom, daughter, athlete and travel warrior! After receiving a shock diagnosis at 45, she faced having to manage debilitating fatigue, achiness, GI symptoms and trips to the ER for difficulty breathing and chest pains. These flare ups were not only very painful, they interfered with her active life. So, Ashley made a decision to get to the root cause of her symptoms... and her transformation is phenomenal. I hope you’re as inspired as I am by Ashley’s commitment to not only heal her body but to keep her body healthy.

At least 75% of people in the United States are not eating the recommended amounts of vegetables and fruits. Get the scoop on the perfect greens to add to supercharge your vegetable deficit.

You'll hear me talk about the extraordinary benefits of adding these special summer greens to your menu. Don't worry... they're not scary or ugly, but you will be surprised by the amazing benefits... and you'll definitely be excited to pick up this inexpensive and incredible plant from your nearest farm stand or the organic vegetable section in your grocery store.

Plus, I share one of my favorite recipes! Download the recipe here:

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Today I’m having a conversation with my friend Theresa Garvin, who is a LICSW, a transformational coach, and the owner and founder of The Life You Imagine. Theresa has been providing psychotherapy services to children, teens, adults, and families for over 35 years. After seeing the positive and rapid changes in her own life from transformational coaching, she became certified as a Life Mastery Consultant in 2020, and has been providing coaching to adults since then.

After sharing with one another that we both have ADHD, Theresa recommended that I read the book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD by Sari Solden MS, who pioneered working with women and ADHD , and Michelle Frank, PsyD. Not only is this book a comprehensive guide for women with ADHD to increase their understanding and self-acceptance but Solden and Frank also take the reader through an action plan for women with ADHD to identify and pursue their dreams. This book affirmed for both Theresa and me why we love our work as coaches. Although Theresa helps adults and families decide what they want to transform in four main areas of their life, while I help people to create and take action on a vision for their health, we both provide principles, practices, support, and guidance for our clients to create powerful results in their lives which they absolutely love!

Theresa can be reached at:

https://www.lifeyouimagine.org

https://www.facebook.com/theresa.h.garvin/ where you can check out her launching the book, Short Sweet and Sacred, Volume 3

In this week’s episode, Sara sits down with Dr. Liz Lyster, an OB/GYN medical doctor, best-selling author and speaker, and expert in perimenopause and menopause. She’s dedicated to helping women as well as men thrive and feel great in midlife and beyond - lose weight and increase their motivation and drive. Who doesn’t want that?!

Dr. Lyster opens up about the stigmas around aging in today’s modern culture, being medically heard as you age, and learning what the true hormonal causes of your symptoms are. She offers empowering solutions to help you seize these changes, find your self-confidence, and generally feel great. Don’t believe it? Then listen and leave Sara a comment.

To reach Dr. Liz Lyster you can find her online at:

http://drlizmd.com

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In this episode of "Nip It in the Gut," I am thrilled to chat with Danny Trifone, a renowned Meditation and Breathwork instructor. Join us as we delve into the transformative practice of breathwork and its profound impact on our overall health and wellbeing, including the often overlooked connection to gut health.

Discover the simplicity and effectiveness of short-form exercises that can unlock inner calm, reduce stress, and optimize your gut for a balanced and vibrant life. Tune in and breathe your way to holistic wellness!

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