The Healthy Mama Podcast

If you’ve hit your 40s and feel like your metabolism just stopped working, you’re not alone. 

The truth is—your body isn’t broken.

It’s just changed.

And the “eat less, move more” advice that worked in your 20s and 30s?

It’s failing you now because it was never designed for the hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause.

In this episode I’m giving you the 3 essential steps I use with my clients to help them get real results so they can ditch the stubborn belly fat, boost their metabolism, and feel more alive now than they did in their 20’s and 30’s.

There’s no starving or over-exercising or dieting involved.

And if you’re ready for actual results, join the FREE 5-day No-Sugar Challenge starting October 13th inside the Weight Loss After 40 Community here: https://www.skool.com/dietitian

Want to chat about your specific situation?

I have 3 free 15-minute calls available this week to help you figure out what's been holding you back and what might work best for your situation. 

Book here: https://wellnessfromwithinnutrition.net/discoverycall

Want to learn more? https://www.skool.com/dietitian 

If you've been experiencing weird symptoms like itchy skin, joint pain, or ringing in your ears—and you're also struggling to lose weight—this episode explains why those two things are connected.

I'm walking you through 7 hidden symptoms (itchy ears, tinnitus, body odor changes, migraines, burning mouth, joint pain, heart palpitations) and showing you exactly how each one is blocking your ability to lose weight.

These aren't separate issues—they're all signs that your body is in fat-storage mode.

I'm also sharing the 3-step framework to address the root cause so your symptoms improve and the weight comes off naturally.

Want to chat about your specific situation? I have 3 free 15-minute calls available until October 16th to help you figure out what's been holding you back and what might work best for your situation. 

Book here: https://wellnessfromwithinnutrition.net/discoverycall (Only available until October 16th. 

Want to learn more? https://www.skool.com/dietitian 

What if the reason you can't lose stubborn belly fat isn't because you're not trying hard enough, but because you've been focusing on the wrong target?

If you're over 40 and you're tired of trying every diet out there, this episode is for you.

I'm breaking down why restricting calories actually makes it worse and sharing the 3 steps to starve your fat cells (not yourself) while working with your hormones instead of against them.

You don't need to eat less to lose weight—you need to eat smarter.

Want to chat about your specific situation?

I have 3 free 15-minute calls available this week to help you figure out what's been holding you back and what might work best for your situation.

Book here: https://wellnessfromwithinnutrition.net/discoverycall 

If you want to learn more or get access to my free resources, click here: https://www.skool.com/dietitian 

Are you over 40 and feeling like your metabolism just… stopped working? 

You’re eating healthy, hitting the gym, maybe even cutting calories—yet the scale won’t budge, your sugar cravings are out of control, and belly fat seems impossible to lose.

The truth is, it’s not about willpower. It’s your hormones.

In this episode of The Healthy Mama Podcast, I break down exactly what’s happening in your body after 40—and share the 4 simple, proven steps I use with my clients to reset their metabolism, eliminate sugar cravings, and lose stubborn belly fat naturally.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why traditional “eat less, move more” advice backfires after 40
✅ The hormone shifts that trigger cravings, weight gain, and fatigue
✅ How to balance blood sugar, fight inflammation, improve sleep, and support your hormones
✅ Real client success stories that prove it’s possible

Your metabolism isn’t broken—and you’re not too old to feel amazing again.

Hit play to learn how to work with your body (not against it) and finally get the results you deserve!

Keep the conversation going and get my free anti-inflammatory food guide—join my Weight Loss Over 40 Skool group today: https://www.skool.com/dietitian

Want to grab one of the free 15-minute calls with me to map out your next steps? Book it here: https://link.mypracticehub.co/widget/bookings/book-discovery-15

If you’re over 40 and struggling with stubborn weight, low energy, brain fog, or mood swings, your thyroid might be the missing piece—especially if you’ve been told everything looks “normal” on your labs.

In this episode of the Healthy Mama Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Eric Osansky, a functional health expert who specializes in natural solutions for thyroid and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s and Graves’.

We dive deep into the real root causes of thyroid dysfunction, how it ties into hormones (especially in perimenopause and menopause), and the natural strategies that can help you feel like yourself again—without relying solely on medication.

You’ll learn:

• How to recognize signs your thyroid might be out of balance
  
  
• The labs to ask for (and why “normal” doesn’t always mean optimal)
  
  
• What causes thyroid issues in the first place
  
  
• Foods, supplements, and stress strategies that support healing
  
  
• Why your immune system plays a bigger role than you think
  
  

Whether you’ve been diagnosed or just suspect something’s off, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and full of hope. 💜

Connect With Dr. Osansky:

🎧 Podcast:

• Save My Thyroid — https://savemythyroid.com/podcast-2/

📚 Books to buy: https://savemythyroid.com/book/

1. Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease
   
   
2. Hashimoto’s Triggers
   
   
3. The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet

📬 Newsletter:

• Healthy Gut, Healthy Thyroid — https://healthy-gut-healthy-thyroid.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Keep the conversation going—join my Weight Loss Over 40 Skool group today: https://www.skool.com/dietitian

Is your phone secretly sabotaging your weight loss?

📱 From endless notifications spiking your cortisol, to late-night scrolling wrecking your sleep, to mindless eating while you scroll—your phone may be playing a bigger role in your health struggles than you think.

In this episode, we’ll uncover how screen time impacts your:

• Metabolism
• Cravings
• Hormones, and
• Waistline

And most importantly, what you can do to take back control without ditching your phone altogether.

If you or your child are dealing with eczema, you’ve probably tried the creams, the steroids, and maybe even eliminated random foods—but the flare-ups keep coming.

What if the real root of eczema isn’t on the skin at all?

In this healing episode, I’m joined by holistic health coach and mom of four, Andra McHugh, host of the Eczema Kids Podcast.

Andra shares her personal journey of healing her children’s severe eczema and the surprising connection between gut health and skin health.

You’ll learn:

• Why eczema is actually a sign of internal inflammation and leaky gut
  
  
• What’s really happening in the body during a flare-up (and why steroids make it worse long-term)
  
  
• Simple, realistic changes you can make starting at your next meal
  
  
• What to look for in skin-care and home products—and what to avoid
  
  
• How to start healing eczema naturally, even if you feel overwhelmed
  
  

Whether you're a mom trying to help your child heal, or you're struggling with eczema yourself, this conversation is full of practical tips, hopeful insights, and empowering next steps.

🎧 Hit play to learn how to start healing from the inside out.

Connect With Andra Here:

🎙 Eczema Kids Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eczema-kids-natural-eczema-solutions-eczema-diet-eczema/id1607911865
📘 Free Guide – 7 Eczema-Friendly Meals Your Kids Will Actually Eat: https://eczemakids.com/7-meals-freebie
🧴 Organic, Eczema-Safe Skincare: https://eczemakids.com/eczema-shop
📚 Eczema Elimination Method: https://eczemakids.com/eczema-elimination-method
🌐 Eczema Kids Website: https://eczemakids.com

Did you know your sleep could be the missing piece in your weight loss journey?

 If you’ve been eating well, moving your body, and still feel stuck, the problem might not be your diet — it might be your bedtime routine.

In this episode we’re digging into:
✅ Why sleep is your secret weapon for burning fat, balancing hormones, and reducing cravings
✅ What actually happens to your metabolism when you don’t get enough rest
✅ The hidden saboteurs that keep women over 40 waking up at 3am
✅ And 10 simple, realistic tips you can use now to help you have deeper sleep, wake with more energy, and finally see the scale move 

Ladies, sleep isn’t a luxury — it’s a weight loss tool.

Press play and find out how to turn your nights into a secret weapon for fat loss, energy, and hormone balance.

And don’t forget — grab your FREE Sleep Optimization Guide for the 6 simple hacks every woman over 40 should do before bed!
Grab it here: https://www.skool.com/dietitian/

If you’ve been feeling stuck — low energy, stalled weight loss, constant food frustration — this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air.

I’m joined by fellow registered dietitian Andres Ayesta, and we’re unpacking the real reasons so many people feel exhausted, bloated, and burned out… even when they’re trying to be “healthy.”

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

✅ The 5 simple daily habits that make the biggest difference (no tracking or perfection required)

✅ Why stress, under-eating, and burnout are secretly wrecking your metabolism

✅ How extreme diets like keto or carnivore may work temporarily — but at what cost

✅ What the “all-or-nothing” mindset is doing to your progress (and how to break free)

✅ How to stop chasing perfect and finally create momentum that lasts

Whether you're just starting out or you've been on this journey for years, this episode will help you refocus on what actually works — for real life.

🎧 Press play to start simplifying your path to better energy, metabolism, and mood — one habit at a time.

Connect with Andres:Website & Free Cookbook: https://planosnutrition.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andresayesta

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/andresayesta

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andresayesta

Ready to stop guessing and start seeing results?
Book your free 15-minute call with Lucy here: https://calendly.com/lucyhutchings/weight-loss-audit