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How to Fix Your Metabolism (Without Dieting or Over-Exercising)
Have you ever felt like your body just isn’t responding the way it used to?You’re eating less, maybe working out more, but the scale won’t budge. Or worse — you feel tired, moody, and hungry all the time. That’s not a lack of willpower — it’s likely your metabolism asking for help.
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Birthday Cake Protein Waffles
Single serving, 190 calories, 28g protein Ingredients: o 1 Scoop Protein Powder o 1 Egg o 1/4 Tsp Baking Powder o Splash of water...
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Air Fryer Greek Yogurt Bagels
Ingredients: 1 Cup Self Rising Flour (or All-Purpose Flour with 2 tsp Baking Powder and 1 tsp salt) 1 Cup of Plain Greek Yogurt...
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Summer Pasta Salad
Ingredients: 1 8oz Box Banza Rotini Pasta 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved 1/2 Red Onion, Chopped 1 Large Yellow Pepper 1 Bunch Raw Parsley...
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Chicken Shawarma
Ingredients: Shawarma 2lbs Chicken Thighs 2 Tbsp Shawarma Seasoning 5 Joseph’s 60cal Pitas 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes 1/4 Head of Lettuce 16oz...
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Gazpacho
This gazpacho is a great cold summer soup that is east to make and tastes delicious!
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6 Diet Culture Lies You Don’t Need to Believe Anymore (and What to Do Instead)
If you've ever questioned your relationship with food, your body, or your worth, you're not alone. You're simply living in a world that's made billions convincing women that control equals health and restriction equals value.
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Blood Sugar-Friendly Bread That Tastes Amazing (Perfect for PCOS + Gestational Diabetes + Type 2 Diabetes!)
If you’re navigating gestational diabetes, PCOS, or just trying to manage your blood sugar without giving up your favorite foods, I have some seriously exciting news for you: bread is back on the table.
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Why I’m Done Letting Body Talk Define My Worth - And Starting to Practice Body Neutrality
After every family gathering or community event, conversations would center around who lost weight, who gained it, who looked “good,” and who didn’t.
At first, it just seemed like small talk — but over time, those comments started stacking up in my mind like quiet bricks of shame.
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The Truth About Intuitive Eating- Your Body Isn’t Broken
We went from diet culture — where restriction was worn like a badge of honor — to a new wave of messaging that says… “Just listen to your body.” And while I’m all for self-trust and feeling good in your body…
I’ve also learned that: A plan that only works when life is easy... isn’t a plan at all.
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Why Most Diet Advice Fails (And What Actually Works)
In this post, I’ll share what drives me crazy about common nutrition advice online—and what truly helps when it comes to sustainable health and personal transformation.
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“Why ‘clean eating’ can actually wreck your hormones”
And what to do instead if you're a high-achieving woman who wants lasting energy, balance, and food freedom. {yeah, that's me! -a woman...
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How to Eat Healthy Without Obsessing Over Food: A Guide to Finding Peace with Your Body
For a long time, eating well meant doing it “perfectly.”
You might’ve followed the macros, tracked your calories to the gram, meal-prepped like a pro every Sunday, and felt a deep sense of accomplishment in your ability to be disciplined.
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Why Can't I Lose Weight? The Real Reasons You’re Stuck (That Have Nothing to Do With Willpower)
You’ve tracked the macros, pushed through the workouts, followed all the “rules.” And yet... the weight won’t budge. Or if it does, it comes back the moment you ease up.
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A Retired Female Athlete Building New Confidence
For most of my life, I measured success through discipline, perfection, and pushing myself to the limit.
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Stop Fighting Your Body. Start Listening to Your Body.
Have you ever felt like your body was working against you?
Maybe you’ve tried every clean eating plan, supplement protocol, and gut-healing protocol under the sun—…and still, something feels off.
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From Perfectionism to Peace: How I Finally Found Freedom in My Body
The Struggle with Perfectionism For years, I was trapped in a cycle of perfectionism, constantly striving for an ideal body that seemed...
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How to Improve Body Talk and How You See Yourself
Your body is always listening—speak to it with love. 💛 Shift self-criticism into compassion & start healing from within. #FuelTheFire
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Why I Ditched Calorie Counting for Intuitive Eating: My Personal Journey to Food Freedom
How to stop counting calories and start intuitive eating.
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Lemon Blueberry Cake with Honey Ricotta Drizzle
Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Almond Milk 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice 1/2 Cup Plain Yogurt 1 Tbsp Chia Seeds 1 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Zest 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 3...
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Brownies
These gooey brownies are easy to make and taste delicious!
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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
Ingredients: 24 oz Salmon 1/4 Cup Honey 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce 1/2 Lemon, Squeezed 1 Lemon, Sliced 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced 1 tsp Red Pepper...
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Sweet Potato Fudge Brownies
Ingredients: 3/4 Cup Sweet Potato Baked & Pureed 1 Cup Peanut Butter 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract 1/4 Cup + 2 Tbsp Brown Rice Flour 1/2 Cup...
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Slow Cooked Spicy Beef
Ingredients: 3lb beef (any thick cut) 1 Quart of Beef Bone Broth 1 Large Onion, Halved 1 Garlic Bulb (10-15 Cloves) 1 Cup Carrots 1-3...
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Cultivating Intimacy Through Self-Awareness with Amy Guerrero
Episode 45 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Check out our FREE Healthy Hypnosis! Transcript: When I stayed...
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Indonesian Spiced Lamb
Ingredients: 1 Pound Ground Lamb 1 Can Red Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed 1 Jar (7.8oz) of Nasi Goreng Paste 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 2 Eggs 3...
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Transforming the Definition of Fitness with Rob Eschbach
Episode 43 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Check out our FREE Healthy Hypnosis! Transcript: I love the...
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Zucchini Soup
Ingredients 2 Zucchini, chopped 1 Medium Onion, chopped 2 Bunches of Chives, chopped 2 Cups Vegetable Broth 1 1/2 Cups Plain Greek Yogurt...
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Strengthening Your Connection to Your Body and Intuition with Haley Martinez
Episode 44 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. You definitely don't need all of the stuff. There are people I...
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Chorizo Breakfast Bowl
Ingredients: 3 Chorizo Sausages 3 Golden Potatoes 1 Bell Pepper 1 Onion 1 Can Black Beans 1 Tbsp Olive Oil 3 Cloves Garlic 6 Eggs 1 Cup...
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Keeping Up with a Healthy Lifestyle as a Parent with Chris Heskett
Episode 42 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Imagine discovering the perfect blend between passion and...
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Chocolate Banana Protein Cookies
Ingredients: 2 Bananas 2 Scoops Protein Powder 1 1/2 Cups Oats 1/4 Cup Chocolate Chips Directions: Preheat oven to 350F. Mash it all...
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Evolving in Romantic Relationships with Jennie Lynn
Episode 41 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Have you ever felt like your relationships are just not quite...
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Butternut Squash Fritters
Ingredients: 1 Small butternut squash (1.5 lbs) 2 eggs 1/2 cup flour 2 tbsp oil (or duck fat) Chives or parsley to top Salt &...
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Busting Nutrition Myths
Episode 40 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Embark on a transformative journey to reclaim your well-being as...
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Seafood Paella
𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 1 Cup Rice 2 Cups Chicken Bone Broth 1-1.5lbs of Unshelled Seafood (I used monkfish, clams &...
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A Deep Dive into Body Image, Self-Acceptance and Authenticity with Jess Silverman
Episode 39 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Have you ever felt the pressure of upholding an ideal body image?...
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Pineapple Fried Rice
Ingredients: 2 Cups Cooked Jasmine Rice 1/2 Pineapple, diced 1 Red Pepper, diced 1/2 Onion, diced 2 Eggs, scrambled 3...
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Going From Confusion to Clarity: Figuring Out Your Next Step
Episode 38 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Imagine transitioning into a new phase of your life - you're...
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An Open Letter From a Recovering Sacrificial, People-Pleasing High Achiever
I’ve always been some one that people would call a “high achiever.” I put in the work and had this relentlessness about me to push...
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Navigating the path to freedom through entrepreneurship, empowerment, and abundance
Episode 37 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Can you imagine a world where you not only accept wealth, but...
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfait
Ingredients: 32oz Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt 1/2 Package of Sugar Free Cheesecake Pudding Mix 3/4 Cup Pumpkin Puree 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie...
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Exploring Paths in Health and Wellness: A Journey with Dr. Anna Pleat
Episode 36 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Picture this: a journey of two old friends, united by a shared...
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Unleash the Disruptive Female Entrepreneur Within: Find Your Edge & Build Unshakable Confidence
In a world where innovation and forward-thinking shape the landscape of business, the rise of disruptive female entrepreneurs is an...
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Moving to Mexico and Business By Design with Jessica Latimer
Episode 35 of the Fuel the Fire Podcast hosted by Shanon Safi, RD, LDN. Often we get stuck in our daily routines. This can happen for...
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Embrace Your Authentic Self and Rediscover You
I've always had a spice to me, for as long as I can remember. In middle school, I would make my own jewelry and color on white sneakers...
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Developing Emotional Intelligence: Key Strategies for Personal Growth
Emotional intelligence (EI) plays a crucial role in our overall well-being and success. It involves understanding and managing our...
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Embodied Leadership
In today's rapidly evolving world, the concept of leadership has transcended its traditional boundaries. Leadership is no longer just...
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Why I Left the Weight Loss Industry
Introduction In today's society, the pressure to achieve a certain body shape and size is overwhelming. The weight loss industry has...
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Embracing Your Light: How to Overcome Feelings of Inadequacy
Introduction In a world filled with constant comparisons and societal pressures, it's not uncommon to feel a sense of inadequacy from...
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