Episodes
158: The Bare-Ass Minimum Approach to Thriving Through Menopause with Jennifer Jefferies
Send us a text In this honest and energizing conversation, Ann Marie sits down with 64-year-old Australian naturopath, speaker, and wellness rebel Jennifer Jefferies – aka @presentdaywisewoman – to talk about how women can embrace midlife and menopause without fear, extremes, or pharma dependency. Jen brings over 30 years of clinical experience, a surfboard, and […]
110 | 5 Steps to Create Your Ultimate Menopause Fat-Burn Plan
Struggling with weight gain, stubborn belly fat, and wild blood sugar swings in midlife? You’re not alone! In this episode, I break down the best foods to eat during menopause to boost your metabolism, balance hormones, and finally lose weight—without strict diets or deprivation. Discover how protein, fiber, smart carbs, and hormone-supporting foods can help […]
106 | The Best Foods and Supplements for Liver Detox After 40
Feeling stuck in your weight loss journey, bloated, or just off in midlife? Your liver might be asking for help! In this episode, I’m breaking down the best foods and supplements to gently support your liver, balance hormones, and boost your energy—without crazy detoxes or restrictive plans. We’ll chat cruciferous veggies, liver-supporting herbs, bone broth, […]
#142 Non-Hormonal Alternatives to HRT with Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz
What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! There are many reasons why you might want to learn how to manage menopause without hormones, but it definitely can be a confusing terrain to navigate. In this episode, Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz is here to discuss what the options […]
#141 – Trusting Your Body: Finding Peace Through Grief with Nina Manolson
What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever found an old piece of clothing, slipped it on, and felt a wave of sadness when it no longer fit? That’s body grief—the longing for a past version of yourself and the struggle to accept where […]
#139 How to Fall in Love with Movement While Rejecting Anti-Fat Bias with Louise Green
What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! Have you ever had the courage to tell a fitness professional that weight loss isn't one of your goals? The confused, blank stares that often follow can make it feel impossible not to just walk right out the door. […]
#138 5 Things I Wish I Had Known About Intuitive Eating 10 Years Ago
What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! I'm celebrating a huge personal milestone—10 years of embracing intuitive eating and un-dieting—and I’d love for you to join me as I look back on my journey. In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s really been like to navigate […]
94 | Why You Can’t Sleep and How It’s Sabotaging Your Hormones After 40
Struggling with sleep after 40? You’re not alone. In this episode, we talk about why sleep and stress are wreaking havoc on your hormones during midlife—and what you can do about it. Learn how lack of sleep impacts cortisol, insulin, estrogen, and progesterone, and why this hormonal imbalance makes weight loss even harder. I’ll share […]
#136 -Health vs. Weight: Debunking the Biggest Wellness Myth with Val Schonberg, RD
What did you think of this episode? Send me a text message and let me know! If you believe that weight loss is an essential step in improving your health, this episode will explain why that assumption just doesn't hold up. I'm joined by registered dietitian and menopause expert Dr. Val Schonberg who draws on […]
90 | How to Build Muscle and Burn Fat During Menopause
🎙️ Episode 90: How to Build Muscle and Burn Fat During Menopause Hello, friends! In this episode of Thriving Through Menopause with Fitness, Fat Loss, and a Focused Mind, we’re talking about the BEST exercises for midlife women. If you’ve struggled to lose weight, build muscle, or make sense of your changing hormones, this one’s […]