Part 1: Are you eating enough and running on fumes?

A common misstep for midlife women, especially in the current generation is undereating. Both Cam and Amelia have personal and professional contacts for whom this is true. We grew up in diet culture, so can you really blame us?But there is a better way. Join us for this enlightening episode on calorie intake and expenditure. You might be surprised at what the dial-movers really are!00:00 Didn't eat enough, heart raced at night.04:30 Improve diet: less fat, more carbs needed.07:05 Balance muscle, calories, and exercise for results.12:02 Exercise only accounts for 5% daily calories.14:11 "Diet encompasses more than just food intake."18:42 Using side vegetables as appetizers is great.23:35 Busy helping daughter clean, forgot to eat.26:55 Be conscious and intentional with food choices.28:03 Special occasions no longer justify overeating.32:13 Cycle in, track protein, prioritize intake sources.33:49 Track trends weekly, not daily, for accuracy.In this episode, you'll hear: Understanding BMR: Learn what basal metabolic rate is and why it’s crucial to know how many calories your body needs to function.Myth-Busting: Discover the truth about the "starve yourself" myth and how it affects us midlifers, leading to physical and mental exhaustion.Nutritional SOS: Get actionable tips on how to recognize hunger cues and improve your eating habits to support your midlife journey.Stay Connected!AmeliaWebsite:  https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/CamWebsite: https://www.camoyler.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_camMidlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/Please share, rate, and review the podcast.  We appreciate you! ❤️