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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 31 MIN

#5 Stop Pushing Through: 7 Ways to Eat Your Way Out of Exhaustion and Overwhelm

from Wellness with Serena · host Serena

If you are exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on empty, this episode is for you.So many women I work with are doing everything right on paper and still feeling completely depleted. The truth is, fatigue and overwhelm are not just about being busy. They are about what is happening inside your body. Your cortisol, your blood sugar, your sleep, your nutrient levels, all of it is connected. And when you understand why you feel the way you do, you can finally do something about it.As a clinical nutritionist, this is one of the topics I care about most. In this episode I am sharing 7 practical tips, the exact things I would tell a client sitting across from me, to help you stay nourished, feel more like yourself, and stop the cycle of exhaustion for good.In this episode we cover:Why your body is biologically wired to reach for sugar and comfort food when you are stressedThe cortisol and fatigue cycle and why women are affected so much more than menThe key nutrients that directly fight fatigue including iron, magnesium, omega-3s and B vitaminsWhy sleep and your food choices are far more connected than most people realiseThe Good Enough Plate, a simple 5 minute framework for eating well even on your worst daysHow to batch cook and stock your pantry so hard days are already coveredWhy self compassion, not willpower, is what actually keeps you on track long termThis episode is for the woman who is doing her best and still feeling like it is not enough. You deserve to feel well, especially on the hard days.

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