Wellness Unplugged: Embracing Your 40's and Beyond

Welcome to the Find Your Fierce Podcast, where you will discover your fierce, unlock an unstoppable mindset, build unbreakable courage, and completely transform how you show up every single day. I'm your host, Jill Allen, and I'm so glad you're joining me today. In this episode, we're excited to have holistic health coach Jennifer Jenkins with us! She's here to share practical tips for balancing health, improving nutrition, and embracing sustainable habits—especially for women in their 40s and beyond navigating perimenopause and menopause. Whether you want to kick unhealthy food cravings or build a supportive health community, this chat is full of great advice. Join us for an engaging discussion: 05:03 - Explore common symptoms experienced during this life stage and the "Whack-a-Mole" approach to managing them. 08:42 - Discover how ultra-processed foods can contribute to chronic inflammation and metabolic disorders, exacerbating menopausal symptoms. 11:04 - Gain insights into the relationship between stress, cortisol levels, and overall health. 23:08 - Learn about intermittent fasting and how poor eating habits can lead to afternoon fatigue, with a focus on insulin levels. 27:37 - Understand how metabolic dysfunction is linked to conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and Alzheimer's disease. 30:02 - Discuss how lifestyle and environmental factors play a crucial role in health, challenging the notion that genetics is the sole determinant. 32:36 - Embrace a balanced approach to eating, including the effective 80/20 rule for diet management. Tune in for valuable advice that can transform your health journey! Key Takeaway: "It's up to us to listen to our body or we just brush it off and keep going about. Well, guess what happens? It's going to get louder... until you're forced to pay attention to it." - Jenifer Jenkins "If you want longevity, you want a life of abundance, you will never find that in a quick-fix pill, ever. You have to understand that we have to look at it from a multifaceted approach. This is way bigger than just diet and exercise." - Jenifer Jenkins Check out my favorite health products and snag your Fit and Fierce Discount Code Here! If you're looking for a boost and some extra support from women who truly understand the busy life, join Fit & Fierce! Become unstoppable with us and enjoy access to over 500 on-demand 20-minute workouts that you can easily fit into your day from the comfort of home. Special offer: Design Your Next Getaway or Private Custom Retreat! Looking to plan your next epic adventure or your very own private getaway or custom retreat? Let's make it happen! NEW Gift Alert: Get Instant Access to SET FIRE NOW! Get a sneak peek of my newest book. Grab your copy of SET FIRE: Stories and Devotions For Women Who Desire A Life On Fire For Jesus   Connect with Jennifer on: Website: https://rootedholistichealth.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RootedHolisticHealthCoaching/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen_jenkins_health_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-jenkins-rn-chc-fns-ryt-1103825/ Connect with me on: Website:https://jillallencoaching.com/ Facebook: Jill Allen Instagram: @‌jillallen Hike.Live.Explore on Instagram: @‌hike.live.explorea MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW!