This is why your hormones are tanking
After being on so many calls this week, one thing is crystal clear to me: so many women are absolutely drowning in their schedules and it's costing them their health.
I was recently on a podcast with a former client of mine—a powerhouse businesswoman whose husband also runs a business. (I'll share the link as soon as it goes live!) You can check out her full interview here. Her story reminded me of what I see every single day with women like you.
Here's the pattern:
Calls on the road.
FaceTiming between school drop-offs and sporting events.
Not home until 9 PM, grabbing dinner way too late.
Living off snacks instead of sitting down to meals.
Up at 4:30 AM for workouts, then full steam ahead until the weekend…which is usually just more tournaments and chaos.
And the truth? We wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But that badge is wrecking us:
Your hormones are tanking.
Your metabolism is slowing.
Sleep is shot.
Cravings are out of control.
Libido? In the toilet.
Bloated, constipated, exhausted, and running on fumes.
I say this with love—but also with firmness: this is your choice. You're over-packing your schedule, and at what expense?
Because if you don't slow down now, your body will force you to later. Menopause will be hell. Hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings—all made worse because the adrenals and gut you're draining today won't just magically bounce back tomorrow.
Here's what I want you to reflect on:
👉🏽 Are we, as women, really meant to live this way?
👉🏽 Did God design us to go 24/7, pedal to the metal, and then wonder why our body is falling apart?
👉🏽 Or are we designed for joy, rest, nourishment, and living from a place of peace—not pressure?
The good news: it doesn't have to stay this way. Here are 3 things you can do this weekend to start shifting:
Sit down for meals – no more grazing all day. Make at least one meal today something you slow down for.
Mineralize & hydrate – add electrolytes, sprinkle good sea salt, eat potassium-rich foods. Your body is craving true replenishment.
Protect rest – even just 20 minutes of stillness or journaling without a phone in your hand. Let your nervous system breathe.
These seem simple, but they are the foundation of healing your hormones, calming your adrenals, and resetting your gut.
Want a space and a community for women just like you who are tired of burning out, tired of doing it all, tired of pretending it's working.
It's not a detox, it's not a cleanse. It's a full life reframe—and you need it. It’s the Slow Health Society.
For now, promise me you'll start with those three small steps. Ok?
What I discovered when I stopped guessing and tested…
There was a time years ago, when I couldn't get out of bed because I was in so much pain.
I'd lie there for hours with a heating pad, a bottle of Pepto-Bismol, and old episodes of One Tree Hill playing just to distract me from the pain. My kids were downstairs, and all I could do was hope the cramping and bloating would pass so I could function again.
The truth?
The Pepto-Bismol didn't even work. No matter what I ate—even when I thought I was eating “healthy”—I ended up in pain.
Every doctor I saw told me the same thing:
“Eat less and move more.”
“Try a low-FODMAP diet.”
But nothing ever got to the root of what was happening inside my gut.
When I finally worked with a functional medicine practitioner, I learned I had SIBO—which explained a lot, but is not a root cause and I was only getting part of the picture. Supplements helped for a while, but the flare-ups always came back.
It wasn't until I finally ran a GI-MAP stool test that everything changed.
For the first time, I saw what was really going on: I had H. pylori, a bacteria that can suppress stomach acid and cause bloating, cramping, fatigue, hair loss, and so much more. No amount of restrictive dieting could have fixed that.
That test gave me answers—and a roadmap. Once I addressed the root causes, I finally stopped living in survival mode. My energy came back. My body started to heal. And I could show up for my family and my life again.
Here's why I share this:
If you're…
🎈constantly bloated (even when you eat “clean”)
😮💨 exhausted no matter how much you sleep
😢 losing hair, struggling with inflammation, or feeling like your body is working against you
…then it's time to stop guessing and get the answers you deserve.
✨ That's why I created the The Bloat Breakthrough Blueprint ✨
Imagine waking up without wondering how bloated you'll feel today. Imagine having the energy to actually get through your workday and still be present for your family at night. Imagine finally understanding why you've been exhausted, inflamed, and frustrated for so long—and having a clear path to fix it.
Here's how it works:
A GI-MAP test is shipped right to your door—no uncomfortable doctor visits, no endless guesswork.
I personally analyze your results and uncover exactly what's driving your symptoms (from hidden infections to digestion breakdowns).
You'll receive a personalized healing roadmap—your step-by-step plan to calm inflammation, restore energy, and finally feel like yourself again.
Instead of juggling call times, you'll have direct message access to me—so you get answers, encouragement, and accountability right when you need it.
This isn't about another diet or supplement stack. It's about uncovering the truth inside your gut so you can stop spinning your wheels, get to the root cause, and finally live with clarity, energy, and confidence again.
Apply HERE and mention you want the The Bloat Breakthrough Blueprint option.
Don't wait for another doctor to tell you you're “fine” when your body is screaming otherwise. You deserve real answers, real healing, and your life back.
This might surprise you about self-care
I love health. I love peptides, supplements, movement, even tools like my vibration plate and rebounder. But here's the thing I've learned — even the best “healthy things” can start to work against us if we're just piling them on top of an already stressed-out life.
Because here's the reality:
Most women I talk to (myself included at times) are already running on overdrive. We're juggling family, work, endless to-do lists, and then trying to “fix” ourselves by adding more hacks, more labs, more protocols, more noise.
And in the middle of it all, when we're doom-scrolling on our phones at night trying to decompress… or calling “self-care” our nail appointment, hair appointment, or brow wax… deep down, we know that's not really nourishing us.
The truth? What most of us need isn't more to do. It's less.
The most healing thing we can offer our bodies right now is to slow down.
📵 To take a walk without our phones.
😮💨 To sit and breathe for 3 minutes before rushing to the next task.
🥗 To choose one nourishing meal instead of trying to “perfect” every bite.
🥳 To make space for joy — not just obligations.
Because slowing down isn't about being lazy. It's about creating the margin our bodies and nervous systems desperately need to regulate, heal, and thrive.
I've felt the difference myself. The days I try to do everything perfectly are the days I feel most drained. But the days I simplify — eat a basic protein + veggie plate, walk outside, go to bed earlier — those are the days I feel clear, calm, and strong.
And I want that for you, too.
So today, instead of adding another “hack” to your plate, ask yourself:
👉 Where can I slow down?
👉 What can I say no to?
👉 How can I give myself permission to rest, nourish, and just be?
Sometimes, the healthiest thing we can do is less.
Your winter arc is waiting…
The other day, I caught myself reflecting on how far I've come. There was a time when my life was defined by pain, inflammation, anxiety, and exhaustion. My gut was a wreck, I was bloated every day, and I carried the heaviness of Hashimoto's, depression, and constant people-pleasing. I was working out 10 times a week, homeschooling my kids, trying to keep everyone else happy—and yet inside, I was crumbling.
I thought my worth came from a full calendar, from starting businesses just to prove myself, from keeping up appearances. But behind closed doors, my health was falling apart.
That was my reality until I finally decided to stop apologizing.
I started eating the way my body truly needed. I trained smarter, not harder. I set boundaries—like getting to bed early and saying “no” more often. I stopped going out to eat if I knew the food would make me feel awful. And I let myself be “selfish”—because if I wasn't whole, I couldn't show up for my family.
I've lost friends. Some family members didn't understand. But I also gained freedom. Because now I know how to fuel my body, support my hormones, and live without constant pain, bloating, or depression. I've put Hashimoto's into remission, and I'll never apologize for taking care of myself again.
And here's the thing: busyness is not a badge of honor. It's a mask we wear while our health quietly crumbles.
That's why I've stepped into what I call a winter arc—a season of slowing down, rebuilding, and resetting before the new year. I'm not hustling to hit big numbers. I'm prioritizing rest, nourishment, and nervous system regulation.
And I want to invite you into your own winter arc.
Because studies show that the women who start building habits in the last three months of the year are the ones who are most successful in January. (Translation: waiting until New Year's to “start fresh” actually backfires.)
I've seen this firsthand—not just in my own story, but in clients like Alex.
When Alex came to me, she was a driven single mom who was working out hard but couldn't stand how she felt in her body. She struggled with major SIBO, anxiety, acne, bloating, and constipation. Food left her in pain, her energy was tanked, and her gut ruled her life.
We ran a GI-MAP test, supported her nervous system, and rebuilt her nutrition in a way that actually worked for her. Today, Alex's acne is gone, her energy is stable, her blood sugar is regulated, her gut is healed—and she's so lit up by her transformation that she's referred multiple women to me.
Her story isn't unique. I've helped countless women move from bloated, burned out, and discombobulated—to confident, regulated, and thriving.
And now, I want that for you.
Because self-care is not getting your nails done. It's not squeezing in one more workout. It's healing your gut, supporting your hormones, setting boundaries, resting, and remembering that your health is not optional.
So if you're ready to enter your own winter arc—to finally invest in yourself, reset your health, and walk into 2026 refreshed and whole—I have spots open now.
You deserve to finish this year strong—not burned out.
If you've been nodding your head reading this, I want to invite you into your own winter arc. Fill out the short application here, and if it's a good fit, we'll hop on a call together and map out your reset.
Why microdosing is powerful…
I know some of you have worked with me in the past, and others have thought about it but maybe it wasn't the right fit at the time—financially, logistically, or just not the right season for you.
But if you've been watching my stories (or even quietly curious 😉), you've probably seen the incredible results I've experienced with GLP-1 therapy—and now I want to share something that could be a game-changer for you too.
Why micro-dosing GLP-1 is powerful:
🔥 Inflammation control: Even at low doses, GLP-1 helps calm systemic inflammation, which can reduce pain, bloating, and brain fog.
⚖️ Fat loss support: It curbs appetite and reduces “food noise” so you can naturally eat less without white-knuckling it. I personally went from a size 12 to a size 4—and more importantly, I feel comfortable and confident in my body while still eating 2000 calories a day.
💪🏻 Muscle preservation: By starting low and pairing with proper nutrition, you protect lean muscle instead of losing it.
⚡️ Long-term health benefits: Research shows GLP-1s may support heart health, neural health, and even dopamine balance—making food less obsessive and freeing up mental energy.
Why Ellie MD
Not everyone will qualify for insurance coverage, and that's why I partnered with Ellie MD, a medical team that provides affordable GLP-1s and other peptides from trusted compounding pharmacies across the country.
I've interviewed several companies, and Ellie MD stood out as the most reputable and aligned with what I want for my clients. I already have clients who've ordered through them—one received her GLP-1 just two days after screening and is already starting her journey!It's a super easy screening, and you don't have to go through me if you're shy about asking questions. You can simply click the link, fill out the form, and get started. Check out the company HERE.
A few FAQs I always get:
Do I need to stay on this forever? No. You can use a micro-dose, shift to a maintenance dose, or stop once your habits are solid. Personally, I plan to stay on it because of the food noise relief and long-term benefits I've experienced.
What if I don't tolerate the starting dose? Unlike standard pharmaceutical protocols, compounding allows us to start at very low doses, which I highly recommend. It reduces side effects and helps avoid stalls.
This truly has been life-changing for me and for so many others. If you're ready, don't wait—Ellie MD is running a sale through October 3rd.
If you're curious, here's your sign to explore!
One thing is crystal clear to me…
After being on so many calls this week, one thing is crystal clear to me: so many women are absolutely drowning in their schedules and it's costing them their health.
I was recently on a podcast with a former client of mine—a powerhouse businesswoman whose husband also runs a business. (I'll share the link as soon as it goes live!) You can check out her full interview here. Her story reminded me of what I see every single day with women like you.
Here's the pattern:
Calls on the road.
FaceTiming between school drop-offs and sporting events.
Not home until 9 PM, grabbing dinner way too late.
Living off snacks instead of sitting down to meals.
Up at 4:30 AM for workouts, then full steam ahead until the weekend…which is usually just more tournaments and chaos.
And the truth? We wear our busyness like a badge of honor. But that badge is wrecking us:
Your hormones are tanking.
Your metabolism is slowing.
Sleep is shot.
Cravings are out of control.
Libido? In the toilet.
Bloated, constipated, exhausted, and running on fumes.
I say this with love—but also with firmness: this is your choice. You're over-packing your schedule, and at what expense?
Because if you don't slow down now, your body will force you to later. Menopause will be hell. Hot flashes, sleepless nights, mood swings—all made worse because the adrenals and gut you're draining today won't just magically bounce back tomorrow.
Here's what I want you to reflect on:
👉🏽 Are we, as women, really meant to live this way?
👉🏽 Did God design us to go 24/7, pedal to the metal, and then wonder why our body is falling apart?
👉🏽 Or are we designed for joy, rest, nourishment, and living from a place of peace—not pressure?
The good news: it doesn't have to stay this way. Here are 3 things you can do this weekend to start shifting:
Sit down for meals – no more grazing all day. Make at least one meal today something you slow down for.
Mineralize & hydrate – add electrolytes, sprinkle good sea salt, eat potassium-rich foods. Your body is craving true replenishment.
Protect rest – even just 20 minutes of stillness or journaling without a phone in your hand. Let your nervous system breathe.
These seem simple, but they are the foundation of healing your hormones, calming your adrenals, and resetting your gut.
And…stay tuned. Something powerful is in the works. A space and a community for women just like you who are tired of burning out, tired of doing it all, tired of pretending it's working.
It's not a detox, it's not a cleanse. It's a full life reframe—and you need it.
I'll share more soon. For now, promise me you'll start with those three small steps.
With love and truth, Caitlyn
The truth about the shot everyone is on right now
I want to be real with you today.
You've seen me drop 25 pounds while building muscle — not wasting away, not starving myself, not losing energy. I've been fueling my body, training hard, and feeling more in control of my food noise than ever before.
But here's what I know you're thinking:
👉 “GLP-1s scare me.”
👉 “I see people on high doses, sick all the time.”
👉 “Everyone I know who's on the shot eats junk, loses hair, or feels awful.”
And you're right — I've seen that too. In fact, I've lived it.
When I first tried another GLP-1, I started at the set dose the clinic gave me. I wasn't eating enough, my gut was a mess, and my sleep tanked. I lost fast weight but it came with hair loss, heartburn, constipation, and zero energy. I learned the hard way that the key is going low and slow — and pairing the GLP-1 with gut health support and the right nutrition.
Let me share Melinda's story. She's in her 40s, did a GLP-1 without support, and had the same struggles — hair loss, insomnia, gut issues. When she came to me, we rebuilt her foundation. Once she started a gut protocol alongside her GLP-1, she dropped weight, felt energized again, and could finally eat without constant discomfort.
That's why I created two simple options for women like you:
GLP-1 Only Support Package – For women already getting their peptides elsewhere who just need messaging support, nutrition guidance, and coaching while adapting to GLP-1, Cost-effective and supportive.
Telehealth Compounding Pharmacy Option – Through my trusted partner, you can access GLP-1s safely (they ship the liquid form, syringes, and supplies straight to your door, all doctor-managed). You join under me as a client, and the doctor handles prescriptions while I walk with you every step of the way.
The truth? GLP-1s don't have to make you sick, weak, or miserable. When paired with the right nutrition, movement, and gut support, they can be life-changing — especially if you're navigating Hashimoto's, perimenopause, or menopause, where hormones make fat loss harder than it used to be.
I'm proof of that.
Last year, I was a size 12. Today, I'm buying size 6 jeans, small leggings, small tops, and smaller bras. My energy is steady, I don't crash in the afternoon, my food cravings are quiet, and for the first time, I feel fully in control of my results.
If you've been waiting because you're scared… you don't have to be anymore. You can do this safely, and I'll show you how.
💌 Grab my GLP-1 Checklist HERE to see if you're a good candidate.
📲 Or just email or DM me, and I'll share your next step.
Because you don't have to keep buying bigger clothes. You can step into this next chapter with confidence, health, and results you can maintain.
From bloating and fatigue to energy and confidence: A client’s transformation
Have you ever felt like your health struggles are holding you back from the vibrant, confident life you know you deserve? One of my clients recently shared her story, and it's so powerful that I had to share it with you.
Before we started working together, here's what she faced:
Constant bloating and uncomfortable digestion after meals.
Headaches, allergies, depression, and debilitating period cramps.
Struggles with weight loss despite strict dieting and exercising.
Fatigue and lack of motivation that made even daily life feel overwhelming.
These challenges robbed her of energy, confidence, and joy. She felt stuck and wasn't seeing results, no matter what she tried.
Her biggest hesitation? The cost of investing in her health. She waited over a year to make the leap but realized after countless failed attempts that she needed expert guidance. Here's what she said after working with me:
"The results, knowledge, and happiness I have gained have been more than worth every penny I invested in my health."
The results she's experiencing now are life-changing:
No more bloating or discomfort after meals.
Energy and drive to tackle each day with confidence.
Periods with no cramps, no heavy bleeding, and no debilitating headaches.
A complete turnaround in mental health – feeling happy and loving life again.
Finally seeing her body respond to the right changes, with confidence restored.
Her advice to anyone considering this journey:
“Take the leap; it’s worth it! You will learn so much about nutrition and gut health. Caitlyn is patient, understanding, and passionate about helping you heal. It’s been a great experience, and I highly recommend working with her.”
Her transformation is proof that healing is possible when you address the root causes of your symptoms. If this resonates with you and you're ready to reclaim your energy, confidence, and joy, I'm here to guide you every step of the way.
✨ Ready to start your journey? Apply to work with me today, just click the button below.
You can turn this around!
If you've been doing “all the right things” — eating healthy, moving your body, cutting sugar — but your energy is still tanked, the scale is stuck, and your cravings feel louder than your willpower… it's not because you're failing.
It's because your body isn't responding to insulin the way it's supposed to.
When your cells stop “listening” to insulin, your body has to pump out more and more just to keep blood sugar in check. Over time, that's what we call insulin resistance — and it's a big reason behind stubborn weight, fatigue, PCOS symptoms, thyroid flares, and crazy cravings.
Here's the good news: you can turn this around.
1. Start with the basics — making your body more insulin sensitive again
🍠 Pair your carbs with protein and healthy fats — never eat carbs alone. This slows the blood sugar spike and keeps you fuller longer.
🫐 Focus on fiber — veggies, berries, chia seeds, flax, beans (if tolerated). Fiber helps your body process carbs more gently.
🏃♀️ Move after meals — even a 10-minute walk can lower your blood sugar significantly.
🍗 Prioritize protein — aim for 20–40g per meal to keep your metabolism active and your hunger stable.
💊 Use targeted supplements — berberine is a favorite of mine (it works similarly to metformin but is natural), magnesium, and inositol can be powerful supports.
2. Remove the sneaky insulin resistance triggers
😴 Poor sleep (less than 7 hours consistently)
😱 High stress & cortisol (yes, your stress is making your blood sugar worse)
🥑 Processed seed oils (swap for avocado, olive, coconut oil, grass-fed butter)
🍩 Ultra-processed snacks & sugary coffee drinks
🍽️ Skipping meals (yes, under-eating can make you more insulin resistant over time)
3. Where GLP-1s fit in — and why they can be life-changing
For some women, especially those with diagnosed insulin resistance, PCOS, or Hashimoto's, GLP-1 medications can be the jump-start their body needs.
💉They:
Improve insulin sensitivity rapidly
Reduce inflammation
Calm food noise & cravings so you can make better choices without white-knuckling it
Support steady blood sugar so your energy and mood are more stable
Help reduce visceral fat, which directly impacts hormones
I've seen women go from years of struggling to losing fat steadily, gaining energy, and finally feeling like their body is on their side again — and it's not magic, it's biology finally working the way it's meant to.
Whether you go the natural route, start with targeted supplements like berberine, or choose to layer in a GLP-1 for faster results — the key is strategy. This isn't about another diet. It's about re-training your body to listen to you again.
I can help you figure out which path is right for you and create a plan that works for your lifestyle — without restriction, overwhelm, or endless guessing. You don't have to fight your body forever. Let's get her back on your team. 💛
P.S. One of my clients recently realized she was eating carbs with nothing but protein powder — which digests super fast — and it was leaving her moody, hungry, and stuck with stubborn weight. Once we balanced her meals with the right proteins, fats, and fiber, her energy stabilized and the scale finally started moving. If you're feeling “off” and not seeing progress, insulin resistance might be the missing piece of your puzzle too.
Your genes aren’t a life sentence - they’re a road map
Ever felt like you're doing “all the things”—lifting, eating clean, sleeping before 10—yet the scale won't budge and energy still tanks?
I used to blame willpower until I looked at my DNA Blueprint and realized the issue wasn't effort; it was my genes asking for the right fuel.
The truth most programs skip:
Certain gene variants (think FTO, MTHFR, COMT, CYP1A2) influence how you:
🔥 Burn fat vs. store it
🦋 Convert thyroid hormone (hello, sluggish metabolism)
🩸 Clear estrogen (bloat, mood swings, heavy periods)
☕️ Metabolize caffeine and histamine (jitters, migraines, rashes)
If we never peek at your genetic blueprint, we're guessing which macros, workouts, and supplements your body actually prefers.
🧬 Why genes need lab sidekicks
Genes show the potential; functional labs show the current reality.
Pairing a DNA panel with a DUTCH & GI-MAP lets us see:
How DNA + Labs Work Together (real-life examples)
Slow-caffeine gene (CYP1A2) + high cortisol on DUTCH → swap afternoon cold-brew for a mineral mocktail to avoid 2 a.m. wake-ups.
COMT variant (sluggish estrogen clearance) + GI-MAP shows gut dysbiosis → add daily cruciferous veggies, liver-support bitters, and a short microbial protocol.
FTO “fat-storage” gene + low stomach-acid markers → raise protein to 30 g/meal and support HCl, which boosts satiety and lean-muscle retention.
My 4-part Gene-to-Results method:
Decode your DNA Blueprint (one cheek swab, lifetime data).
Cross-reference with DUTCH hormones & GI-MAP gut markers.
Design a precision protocol—nutrition, targeted supplements, strength training.
Dial-in with weekly messaging so your results compound, not stall.
When gene potential meets lab reality, metabolism ignites, energy stabilizes, and that “someday” body feels remarkably current. Want to get down to the root and stop guessing? Let’s talk about how we can get you answers.
How to eat to nourish (Hint: It’s not going gluten free.)
How to eat to nourish
Before I learned how to eat to nourish, I treated carbs like suspicious strangers.
I'd grab the latest gluten-free granola bar, count the calories, and hope the bloat, cravings, and brain fog would back off.
Spoiler: they never did.
Maybe you're there now—Googling “best gluten-free bread,” adding every probiotic ad to cart, still waking up puffy and drained.
Here's what I wish I'd known sooner:
Gluten-free isn't the magic. Whole food is.
Most of the women I coach truly can't thrive on U.S. wheat (hi, glyphosate & hybrid proteins).
But swapping wheat toast for a gluten-free cookie made of tapioca syrup and sunflower oil?
That's just an expensive way to inflame your gut with a prettier label.
The carbs that heal look like this:
🥔 White potatoes
🍠 Sweet potatoes and winter squash
🥣 One-Degree sprouted oats
🍚 Plain white rice or jasmine rice
🥦 Every color of veggie
🍓 Every fruit your heart desires
When you pair those carbs with protein and healthy fat, magic happens:
🦋 Thyroid gets the glucose it needs to make energy
⚖️ Cortisol chills out (bye-bye stress belly)
😴 Serotonin rises so you actually sleep
Two easy plate rules:
Never eat carbs naked.
Add eggs, salmon, or grass-fed beef + a drizzle of olive oil or ghee.
Shop ingredients, not labels.
If it's got ten unpronounceables, your gut doesn't want it—gluten-free or not.
Ready to see what your gut is up to?
We'll run a GI-MAP (to spot hidden bugs + gluten cross-reactivity) and build a plate that fuels you at the cellular level—no guessing, no deprivation.
This used to trigger me on every trip… but not this time
I want to share something that's still blowing my mind. 🤯
I recently prepped for a road trip—and for the first time ever—I didn't stress about food.
I didn't binge at gas stations, I didn't “start over” on Monday, and I didn't walk into the trip already deciding that I was going to feel gross when I got back.
In fact... I didn't think much about food at all.
I had no urge to overeat, no desire to numb out with junk, no shame spirals around my body.
And honestly? That is unheard of for me.
Because for years, vacations meant overeating. Feeling uncomfortable. Packing flowy clothes just in case I got bloated or off track. Telling myself I deserved it, but secretly feeling like I was ruining all my progress.
But this time was different. Because I've been different.
Lately I've been walking the walk in ways I never have before.
🥩 Eating animal-based and nourishing my metabolism
🏋️♀️ Lifting heavy 4–5 days a week
👟 Getting 10–14k steps daily
😴 Honoring sleep, healing my gut
🏃♀️ Doing 30–60 mins of Zone 2 cardio weekly
And yes—I've also been using a GLP-1 peptide (not MLM, not a quick fix—a researched tool I chose intentionally). Let me be clear: Not everyone needs this. It's not the magic pill. It's just one piece of a bigger strategy.
Here's where it gets wild though…
Even while doing everything right, the scale didn't budge. And, that messed with me.
Because even with all my knowledge, all my inner work, all my body wisdom… the old programming was loud:
"If the scale isn't going down, then it's not working."
But recently, I got my body fat percentage measured. It was the LOWEST I've ever seen: 16%. Feel free to checkout my GLP-1 highlight on Instagram for more about my journey so far.
I had built muscle. I was leaner than I even realized. I felt strong, energized, capable. And yet… I was still picking myself apart in the mirror.
That's the part I want to speak to today.
Because if I—someone who lives and breathes this work—still catch myself judging my body by what I see on social media... I know I'm not alone.
We're surrounded by highlight reels and altered bodies and programs pushed by women who are secretly on medications and never disclose it. It's confusing. It's disempowering. And it makes us question our own progress.
So let me remind you of this:
You are not broken.
You are not lazy.
You are not too far gone.
You are allowed to feel your best. And there is no one right path to get there.
Whether you're focused on gut healing, hormones, muscle building, or food freedom... I've been there. I walk with you. I walk the walk. And I have space for two women right now who want real results with sustainable tools.
No shame. No restriction. Just full-on empowerment, strategy, and healing. Let's rewrite your story—without obsession, without burnout, without chasing trends.
You deserve to feel at home in your body again. If this sounds like you, click on the “APPLY FOR COACHING.” I've got two openings right now, and they'll fill fast.
I didn’t think I would share this, but you deserve to know
I've been sitting with this for a while, unsure of when (or if) I'd share it… but today feels right. Because you've been part of this journey with me—and you deserve the full truth.
A few months ago, I started using GLP-1 peptides. Yes, the ones people talk about for weight loss. But for me, it wasn't just about fat loss. It was about finally getting relief from something I didn't even know was weighing me down:
👉🏼 Food noise
👉🏼 Emotional eating
👉🏼 Constant thoughts about food—even healthy food
I was the person who ate clean, trained consistently, tracked my meals, and still wasn't seeing results. And the pressure of that—especially as a practitioner—was a lot. Through the hardest, most stressful seasons of my life, food was my coping mechanism.
I recently opened up about this on my Instagram stories.
After learning from other trusted holistic and naturopathic practitioners that GLP-1s weren't just for diabetes or weight loss—but could actually support autoimmune conditions, inflammation, and cortisol regulation—I became curious.
My Hashimoto's numbers aren't high, but I know my body. I know how easily my cortisol spikes (thank you, DNA testing 😅). If I don't sleep 8 hours, my hunger hormones go wild. I become more emotional, reactive, and prone to eating until I'm stuffed—not just full.
I didn't want to white-knuckle it anymore.
So, I tried tirzepatide. I saw incredible weight loss results—13 lbs in 11 days eating abut 1700 calories—but also had some gut side effects I couldn't ignore as it slowed down my digestion so much. I got off, focused on healing my gut (again), gained some of the weight back, and prioritized sleep, nourishment, and daily movement.
But still… the scale wouldn't move.
Even in a deficit. Even with perfect blood sugar, digestion, sleep, and hormones.
So I tried again. This time with retatrutide, a next-gen GLP-1/GIP/glucagon combo currently in FDA trials—and I'm thriving.
✔️ I started on a microdose
✔️ I dropped 2 pounds overnight with no change
✔️ I lost 5 pounds the first week
✔️ My inflammation melted away
✔️ I'm eating more and sleeping better than I did on tirzepatide
And I finally feel peace around food.
But this isn't just about me.
I needed to experience this so I could support you.
Because some of my clients are stuck.
They've done the work. They eat clean. They lift. They track.
But they still don't see results—and it breaks their spirit.
That's why I'm now offering GLP-1s and peptides (like BPC-157, Ipamorelin, and more) in my practice—responsibly. Not through overpriced clinics. Not as a quick fix.
But as part of a full system that includes:
→ Gut healing
→ Nutritional therapy
→ Muscle-building
→ Metabolic recovery
Peptides work by signaling your body to heal itself. They're more targeted than supplements, work faster, and help with things like:
Inflammation, Injury recovery, Muscle growth, Sleep, Mood & GABA, and Appetite regulation
My husband used BPC-157 + TB-500 for a calf injury when he couldn't walk and felt relief within days.
I'm currently using CJC/Ipamorelin for hormone and recovery support, and I've never felt stronger.
I wish I'd known about these sooner.
No, this isn't a new MLM, it is the future of fat loss and healing. Because they're a game changer and it is blowing up.
I can’t fit everything into this one blog post. But if anything here resonates…
If you're tired of:
→ Constantly thinking about food
→ Feeling defeated even though you're doing “everything right”
→ Struggling with cravings, inflammation, or emotional eating
→ Living in a body that doesn't reflect your effort
Then I'd love to walk you through what's possible.
💌 Just message me to say you’re curious.
Or, if you're ready to take the next step, click the button below to apply.
You don't have to white-knuckle your health journey anymore.
There's a better, safer, more sustainable way. And I'd be honored to walk it with you.
With full transparency & so much hope,
❤️ Caitlyn
Three tiny shifts that rescue my clients (and me)
If you're reading this at 2 a.m. while doom-scrolling for answers—know that I've been right there with you.
Searching:
“Why do I gain five pounds before my period?”
“Night-time sugar cravings won't stop.”
“Wide awake at 2 a.m.—is this perimenopause?”
Let's pour a virtual cup of tea and talk about what's really happening.
The week before everything unravels…
One day you feel fine. The next, you'd trade your favorite leggings for kettle chips and a nap. Jeans get snug, sleep evaporates, patience? Non-existent.
Underneath it all:
Estrogen nosedives → blood sugar wobbles → cravings + mood swings.
Cortisol climbs when sleep tanks → your body hoards belly fat “for safety.”
Protein & minerals run low → energy switch stays stuck on dim.
Here are three tiny shift that rescue my clients and me:
Protein-first breakfast (~30 g).
Eggs + chicken sausage, or a legit protein smoothie. You'll remember this at 3 p.m. when you don't inhale the snack table.
Mineral mocktail at afternoon slump.
8 oz water, squeeze of lime, pinch of sea salt, splash of coconut water. Hydrates, calms fake hunger, tastes like vacation.
Blue-light blackout 60 min before bed.
Phone on night-shift, overhead lights off, lamp or candle on. Melatonin's love language is darkness and quiet.
If you still are losing a week every month to bloat, cravings, and 2 a.m. Google spirals, it's time for real data. A GI-MAP reveals if your gut is recycling estrogen; a DUTCH test shows cortisol patterns sabotaging your sleep.
Curious which test (or combo) is right for you? Let’s talk!
Your Sun-Soaked Success Cheatsheet ☀️
Last Friday, I attempted the holy trinity of “fun summer mom” feats:
Skate park at 1 PM—helmet drama, knee-pad negotiations, and one rogue scooter ramp-launch that shaved five years off my life.
Library by 2PM—where my daughter reenacted parkour between the picture-book stacks while I whispered “inside voices” on repeat.
Bahama Buck's victory lap—because rainbow-sprinkle shaved ice = instant cease-fire.
By 3 PM I'd racked up 10,000 steps, 47 “Mom, watch this!” alerts, and exactly zero minutes for myself…yet I still showed up for my body with a quick dumbbell circuit after bedtime.
Was it flawless? Nope.
Worth it? Every sticky-sweet second.
Because progress doesn't wait for quiet mornings—it squeezes into real-life chaos, right alongside skate-park dust and melted strawberry syrup.
Your Sun-Soaked Success Cheatsheet ☀️🌴
Keeping you strong and soaking up every summer memory:
Protein Popsicles – Blend Greek yogurt, berries, & vanilla protein powder. Freeze. Patriotic treat with 15 g protein. I love using Costco Greek yogurt and these protein powders: PROMIX Vanilla (buy it HERE), PRIME, also dairy free (buy it HERE), and LEVELS (buy it HERE).
Hydration Hack – Tuck electrolyte packets into your purse or carry-on. TSA-proof, bloat-proof, kid-meltdown-proof. RE-LYTE is my favorite! Buy it HERE.
Move-While-They-Skate – Ten body-weight squats or walking lunges every time your kid yells “Watch this!” (You'll hit 100 before you know it.)
Smart BBQ Swaps – Fill ¾ of your plate with grilled protein & veggies before approaching the chip bowl. Satisfaction first, cravings later.
Night-Cap Routine – Two minutes of 4-7-8 breathing after lights-out calms cortisol so tomorrow's you aren’t running on iced-latte fumes.
Tiny pivots ➜ massive momentum. No skate-park wipeouts required.
Good sleep 😴 starts in the morning
I can't believe people still believe this: Someone told me at the gym last week that sleep doesn't matter, you can catch up later.
Listen, one night of bad sleep will hurt you in more ways than you know. Imagine what many nights, months and years of bad sleep will do to you.
Leads to more hunger and sugar cravings
Anxiety and mood swings
Cortisol belly and face
Lower thyroid function
Slowed metabolism
Lower immune system
Think back to when you had a bad night of sleep? The next day how did you feel?
So you are probably saying, “Yes, Caitlyn I know I need more sleep.”
But you struggle with staying asleep, falling asleep, and waking up at 3 am every night with racing thoughts.
You hear about a bedtime routine, but good sleep starts the morning of!
☀️ Get outside with the sun as early as you can, if you can, go for a walk.
🍳 Eat breakfast within 30-45 min of waking with 30-40 g of protein, some fat and carbs.
🌳 Be outside as much as you can, even if it is for a 10 min walk.
⏰ Set a limit on the time you are scrolling your phone
💭 Be intentional and take time to take deep calming breaths for a minute throughout the day.
📲 Stop your screen time 1 hour before bed, calm your mind and journal your thoughts so they aren't stuck in your head
Those are just a few tips I share with my clients.
The MAIN thing is to regulate your nervous system all day by eating balanced, nutritious meals and getting outside. This all impacts our adrenals, cortisol, and circadian rhythm which impacts our sleep and hormones.
School is out and I have opened up spots for coaching. If you are wanting to focus on your health and get to the bottom of why your sleep, hormones, gut, period, and thyroid are a wreck without wasting more time, energy, and money on doing it yourself, let’s talk!
Early 30s playbook to stay off perimenopause roller coaster 🎢
Perimenopause isn't just for “women of a certain age.”
The hormone roller-coaster actually starts in your early 30s—quietly, seven-plus years before anyone utters the M-word.
That means what you do today—between Zoom calls, daycare pick-ups, and half-finished workouts—decides whether your late 30s and 40s feel like a smooth glide or a crash landing.
Your early-30s playbook (tiny moves, big pay-off)
🔥 Win the morning cortisol game.
90 seconds of deep nasal breathing before the first sip of caffeine.
Bonus: 10-minute walk in daylight. Trains your adrenals now, spares you hot-flash chaos later.
🥩 Protein + color rule.
Aim for 30 g protein + at least 1 cup produce every meal.
Those amino acids + antioxidants are future-proofing your thyroid and preventing the “sudden” belly fluff friends complain about at 38.
🧂Mineral insurance.
Pinch of sea salt + splash of coconut water in your afternoon bottle.
Balances sodium-potassium so your energy doesn't nosedive (and keeps progesterone happy down the road).
💪🏻 Lift something heavier than your toddler 3×/week.
Muscle is a savings account for metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Early deposits = compounding interest.
📲 Blue-light boundaries.
Night-shift mode on your phone at 8 p.m., lamps instead of overheads. This protects melatonin now so you're not Googling “why am I awake at 2 a.m. in my 40s?”
🔬 Test, don't guess.
GI-MAP: uncovers gut bugs that recycle estrogen (sets you up for heavy periods later).
DUTCH: maps cortisol rhythm & sex hormones so you know exactly what to shore up before they drift.
Why bother when you still feel “fine”?
Because the “overnight” weight gain, mood swings, and hot flashes you hear about at 40 are usually a decade in the making.
Invest now and you won't be stuck playing catch-up later. I have one-on-one spots for women who want a data-driven roadmap—GI-MAP, DUTCH, customized macros, and a strength plan that fits real life (not just Instagram).Your 40-year-old self will thank you—probably while sleeping through the night.
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Sunday Ritual: Meal Prep
I used to start Mondays with the best intentions—shiny water bottle, fresh workout plan, promise to “eat clean.”
By Wednesday? My fridge looked like a crime scene: wilting spinach, half a rotisserie chicken, and take-out containers I swore I wouldn't buy.
Everything changed the day I turned Sunday food prep into a non-negotiable date with myself (AirPods in, Netflix on, cutting board out).
Now the fridge is the hero of my week, not the villain—and my clients who copy this system see the same magic.
Here's the 2-hour ritual that saves my hormones, waistline, and sanity:
1. Protein pillars
Crock-Pot Garlic Chicken
2–3 lb chicken breasts or thighs
1 cup bone broth + 1 Tbsp minced garlic + S/P
Set on low 4–5 hrs. Shred and split:
• Dill-pickle chicken salad for me (Greek yogurt + diced pickles + dill)
• Poppy-seed chicken salad for the fam (½ Greek yogurt, ½ mayo, grapes, celery, poppy seeds)
Basic Ground Beef
Brown 2 lb with onion + sea salt. Use all week for tacos, breakfast hash, or tossed into marinara.
2. Veggie duo
Sheet-pan roasted broccoli & carrots (olive oil, garlic powder)
Sautéed zucchini ribbons with ghee + Italian herbs
3. Smart carbs
Sweet-potato wedges (cinnamon + sea salt)
Jasmine rice in the Instant Pot (bone broth instead of water)
4. Breakfast & post-workout fuel
Gluten-Free Banana Cottage-Cheese Waffles
Blend all of these below:
- 225 g of oats
-2 eggs
-50 g Malk almond milk or milk
-32 g vanilla whey
-1 container of Kalona Cottage cheese
-Cinnamon to taste, I do a TON
-1 tsp baking powder
-2 large bananas
Let this sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Then use on a medium heat on your waffle maker. I eat these with thawed blueberries everyday!
5. Kid-approved treat
Almond-butter chocolate-chip oat bars—sweet enough to keep them happy, packed with fiber so no sugar crash.
Why this matters (for you and your hormones)
Protein & fiber on deck = stable blood sugar → fewer 3 p.m. cravings
Ready carbs = thyroid & adrenals get the glucose they need—goodbye, “hangry” evening binge
Zero decision fatigue = more mental bandwidth for actual life
Skip prep and the week becomes death-by-drive-thru.
Spend two hours with a podcast, and you glide into Friday nourished and un-bloated. Want a done-for-you menu + grocery list?
I give my 1:1 clients a fresh prep blueprint every month, if they want that—plus GI-MAP-driven tweaks so their meals heal gut + hormones faster.
Gut Healing Peppermint Hot Chocolate
There is a way to drink some hot chocolate that isn’t full of sugar, unhealthy oils, and harmful milk. I love this daily and added peppermint into it now that it is December.
You are welcome to add in non-dairy milk, but I highly recommend you make it coconut milk that is in a can and has no guar gum. Guar gum is very hard on the gut so I steer clear of that. I love and recommend the light coconut milk from Trader Joe’s. If you do use this in your hot chocolate, add some water as it is very dense.
Why do we use bone broth? Bone broth is a powerful source of protein that heals and seals the gut. So many of us are struggling with intestinal permeability and we don’t even know it. This is one way to get some healing benefits without drinking it straight. Bonus is that my kids enjoy it too! Always get unflavored so that you don’t taste it in your hot chocolate.
Benefits of raw cacao include energy boost, healthy fat, fights inflammation, source of magnesium, and has b vitamins and zinc. So enjoy the chocolate friend!
As for the sweetner, I am using the stevia glycerite to sweeten so that I can cut back on calories and not spike my blood sugar. You are more than welcome to add real maple syrup or honey if you feel ok with that and don’t feel exhausted after the fact.
Here is the recipe, it is adapted from Fallon in her meal plans, so feel free to go grab that!
1.3 Cup Raw or Low temp pasteurized Whole Milk
2/3 Cup Unflavored Bone Broth
2 tbsp Raw Organic Cacao
Pinch of salt
1/8 tsp peppermint extract, not essential oil
Stevia or sweetner to taste
Heat on stove and enjoy!
The BEST Gluten and Dairy Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Do you love baking when it is about 1 week before your period? Did you know your progesterone is rising and so the sugar cravings will hit! My kids begged me for them, so of course, I obliged after a much needed trip to the grocery store for more oats.
I personally love One Degree Sprouted GF Oats, you may find them at Costco, but any Whole Foods carries them.
You can substitute any add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts as well. I loved the classic raisin.
Here you go!
Ingredients
1 1/4 cup of GF flour blend (I used King Arthur GF All Purpose)
2 cups of GF Rolled Oats
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup of coconut sugar
2 large pastured eggs
8 tablespoons of coconut oil melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup of organic raisins
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
In a large bowl, add all dry ingredients and mix well.
Mix all the wet ingredients, except raisins, in a medium size bowl.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients.
Stir in the raisins.
Use a cookie scoop to drop dough balls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Press lightly with your hand to flatten a tad.
Bake 10-15 min until done
Remove from the oven onto a cooling rack and enjoy!
I would love to see your beautiful cookies on the web! Make some for your fam and make sure to tag me and share your pics!
Ok, now you have to tell me, what would you do, chocolate chips or raisins in your cookies?
Bon Apetit!