Fast Women - Intermittent Fasting Stories to Inspire a Healthy, Happy Life

Fast Women Podcast: Part Two with Jill Dumas – Nutritionist & NaturopathWelcome back to Fast Women! In this exciting episode, we continue our conversation with the incredible Jill Dumas, a renowned nutritionist and naturopath. Dive deeper with us as Jill discusses the nuances of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), the benefits of DUTCH testing, and the essential role of supplements in women's health.Join us for an insightful and empowering discussion that's perfect for anyone interested in optimising their health and well-being. Whether you're curious about HRT, want to understand more about DUTCH testing, or need advice on supplements, Jill has you covered!📌 Topics Covered:- The latest insights on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)- Understanding DUTCH Testing and its benefits- The role and importance of supplements in managing hormonal healthTune in for expert advice, practical tips, and inspiring stories that will help you take charge of your health journey. Don't miss out on this enriching episode!Stay connected with us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more @ Cinch_Your_Life & get your DUTCH Test with Jill Dumas with a FREE DISCOVERY CALL by quoting 'CINCH' - email Jill at [email protected] and check her out at https://jilldumas.com

Welcome to the Fast Women Podcast, hosted by Angela Hunter and Nicola Mcilhagger of Cinch Fast 30 - Ireland's number one Intermittent Fasting community. In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce the fabulous Jill Dumas, a renowned Nutritionist and Naturopath. In part one of our hour-long interview, Jill shares her expert insights on intermittent fasting and its impact on hormones, as well as essential lifestyle interventions that can help us lose weight and lead happier, healthier lives. We talk about what causes our hormones to fluctuate in women, how to help support better hormone health and what to eat in our eating window!Join us for part one of a series of an enlightening conversations that promises to transform your approach to wellness!Check Jill Dumas out at https://jilldumas.com and visit www.cinchfast30.com to join our Intermittent Fasting Community. 

Get ready for an exciting pre-launch episode of the Fast Women Podcast! Join hosts Angela and Nicola as they unveil their latest project: a transformative 30-day challenge designed to help you develop a healthier relationship with alcohol.In this episode, Angela and Nicola dive into the reasons behind the creation of this challenge, sharing personal insights and experiences that inspired its development. They'll give you a sneak peek into what to expect from the challenge, including the tools, strategies, and support that will be provided along the way.Tune in to learn how you can get involved, whether you're looking to make a positive change in your relationship with alcohol or simply curious about what the challenge has to offer. Don't miss out on this empowering episode packed with valuable insights and practical tips for living your best life.

In this short 'bite sized' episode, Angela and Nicola discuss the concept of hormesis. Join us as we explore how incorporating various activities intermittently, such as intermittent fasting, running, moderate alcohol consumption, and cold and hot therapies, can truly revolutionise your health and well-being.Cold and hot therapies are like shock treatments for our bodies. Cold exposure, like ice baths or cold showers, can improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and even boost our immune system. On the other hand, heat therapy, like saunas or hot yoga, can promote relaxation, detoxification, and even muscle recovery. Alternating between these extremes can really challenge our body's adaptive mechanisms and promote overall health and well-being.As always, this episode is for your entertainment only. Do not confuse or replace it with medical advice. Happy listening! 

Join us on this second episode of Fast Women Podcast, where we dive into the art of reclaiming motivation when willpower hits a low point. In this episode, we unravel the secrets of cultivating lasting habits that pave the way for significant accomplishments.Little Habits, Big Results: Discover the power of small, consistent habits that can transform your life. We explore the positive effects of building routines that lead to remarkable outcomes, proving that success is often found in the daily details.Mindset Hacks: Tune in as we share practical hacks to strengthen your mindset. Learn to overcome mental roadblocks and navigate challenges with resilience. The Fast Women Podcast is your go-to resource for turning setbacks into stepping stones.Conquering Procrastination: We tackle the tasks that often fall victim to procrastination. Uncover strategies and techniques to beat the procrastination trap and witness how a proactive approach can propel you towards your goals.Empower Your Fast Woman Journey: Whether you're a career-driven professional, a multitasking mum, or someone navigating personal growth, the Fast Women Podcast is here to inspire, motivate, and empower you to live a happier, healthier life. Join us each week as we explore the roadmap to success through the lens of driven, fast-paced women. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode again! 

In the latest installment of the Fast Women podcast, Angela and Nicola delve into the intricacies of steering clear from traditional New Year's Resolutions. Instead, they've opted for a commitment to cultivating small, impactful habits, for big results. The Northern Ireland duo explore topics ranging from the benefits of Intermittent Fasting to the transformative power of journaling and affirmations. Tune in and ramp up your motivation for 2024! Contact them at [email protected] to be a guest on the show. 

The Threat of a life-altering illness caused a Co.Antrim woman, to transform her life around and drop 3 dress sizes in the process thanks to Cinch Fast 30.Wendy Donaldson (61),  was eight years ago was diagnosed as pre-diabetic with an excessively high blood sugar reading.A worried and upset Wendy, says she was sent by her doctor to see a dietician and while she managed to reduce her numbers gradually, it was not enough to fall out of the pre-diabetic range.Wendy, explains "I was slim and healthy all my adult-life and even able to lose the weight I gained through both my pregnancies,” “Then in my mid 40’s a stressful event in our family caused me to suffer from anxiety & stress. I was put on medication by the doctor but it caused me to gain over two and a half stones in 12 weeks.”Describing herself as an emotional eater, Wendy felt she had to give up a Part Time job she loved as a slimming instructor, due to her weight gain.“When I was feeling low, I would find myself reaching for crisps, snacks and all things savoury,  this added with the medication meant my weight ballooned.”For almost two decades, Wendy says she tried everything – including, Weight Watchers, Slimming World, 2nd Nature (an NHS programme), hypnosis,  Peter Cohen Coaching  and most recently weight loss injections - NOTHING WORKED...Listen to this episode to find out how Wendy reversed her pre-diabetes in 3 months after following the Cinch Fast 30 programme. Cinch FAST 30 program is an easy-to-manage and fully supported online plan introduces the concept of intermittent fasting for weight loss and overall improvements in health.Visit www.cinchfast30.com and quote code ‘Wendy-Silver’ for 10% off the Silver programme.**DISCLAIMER: Cinch is not a health company or a nutritional expert organisation. If you have any chronic or recurring medical conditions, or are elderly, you must speak to doctor before starting this program. This podcast for entertainment purposes only, it should not be substituted for health advice from a professional.People who should NOT fast include those who are underweight or have eating disorders like anorexia, or a previous history of any eating disorder. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and people under the age of 18. If you have Diabetes, a heart condition or any other health issue, you should speak to your doctor before embarking on this. If you are on medication for any illness you should also check with your doctor before taking part in this program.

Meet Linda @mcmahonlinda , age 62, grandmother of 7 who is now minus 2 stone 1lb down  thanks to Cinch Fast 30 Intermittent Fasting Course - Linda is the originator of our #FF movement....Linda tried for many years to lose excess pounds. She joined the Cinch Fast 30 a few months back and hasn’t looked back….She understands how, by simply delaying when she eats each day, she can burn fat and allow her body to heal and rest. Become part of the UK’s fastest growing Intermittent Fasting Community the ‘Cinch Fast 30’ to learn how this could be the best decision you ever make.Our HALF PRICE sale ends soon! In our 30 day challenge you will learn how to effectively use Intermittent Fasting to: 🙌🏽 Manage your weight🙋Reduce Brain Fog❤️‍🔥 Ignite Fat Burning in Your Body 💪 Build Muscle😴 Improve Sleep 🔬 Reduce Diseases Risk📉 Lower Inflammation🙋🏽 Improve Self Discipline💌Develop a Better Relationship with Food & Yourself👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Meet a New Community of People😎 Become #FF What have you got to lose?Sign up, now ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️: Coupon quote codes for an extra 10% off: ‘FF-Bronze’‘FF-Silver’‘FF-Gold’ www.cinchfast30.com

The Cinch Fast 30 Challenge starts when you are - and it’s ideal for anyone who wants to try Intermittent Fasting to help them lose weight, and upscale their health in a new, easy, simple and fun way 💥💃🏻 The Cinch Fast 30 has helped over 1,000 people world-wide to lose weight and improve their health & the Cinch team are committed to helping as many people as they can 🙌🏻🏼💪🏼 For the price of just £59.99 (Silver package) you will get (use Kerry's discount code below to get an extra 10% off): ✅ Full Guide to Intermittent Fasting✅ Over 75 delicious, easy recipes featuring REAL food in an E-Recipe book ✅ Accountability E-Journal ✅ Series of Work-Outs with Fitness Mama✅ Habit Hacker & Tracker E-document ✅ Access to a closed Facebook Group ✅ Access to a WhatApp Group ✅ Invitation to events ✅ Members area on website with videos, food demos and exercise and nutrition and facts! Use Code: 'Kerry-Silver' 10% off this package:Sign up here: www.cinchfast30.com 💥NB:Whilst Intermittent Fasting is regarded widely as one of the most effective ways for managing weight – we recognise that it is NOT for everyone, and you must seek medical advice if you have any pre-existing medical conditions. Similarly, if you have any previous history of an eating disorder of any kind, this is NOT suitable for you. Intermittent Fasting is also NOT suitable for anyone under the age of 18, over the age 70, or if you are trying to conceive, pregnant or, breast feeding.If you have ANY concerns whether this program is right for you, you should in the first instance consult your medical professional.

*Margaret, 59, has lost 6 stone thanks to Cinch Fast 30 Intermittent Fasting Plan* Margaret, age 59, was one of the very first people to sign up to the Cinch Fast 30 programme in May 2021. To-date, she has lost 6 stone and completely changed her life. In her words: "From day one, I knew there was going to be something very special about this program. "Angela and Nicola provided such a high level of support and guidance that I never once felt like giving up. "I enjoyed the daily chats on WhatsApp, the delaying of my meals, the new recipes and the renewed feeling of control about my own health, weight and overall wellbeing. "I lost weight steadily week-on-week and lost all my craving for sweet things and endless cups of milky coffee! Also, it's not just the weight loss that has been amazing, it's all that I have gained. I have a whole new community of new friends, I feel like I have added years to my life and am taking responsibility for my own wellbeing. "I feel like a different person, I now enjoy buying clothes and have so much more energy.""Prior to joining, I suffered from aches and pains in my knees and legs, and this has all gone. "My overall flexibility has also massively improved. "In fact, in the early days I was been able to get out walking and hiking for mile, which was fabulous as I was unable to exercise for the past 6 years due to a knee injury. But, once the weight started to shed, I slowly got back onto the running wagon and ran the Belfast Half Marathon in September 2022 - something I thought I would never ever do again. I can wholeheartedly recommend the Cinch Fast 30 with every fibre of my being."Join the Cinch Fast 30 and use Margaret's discount code: 'Mags-Bronze''Mags-Silver''Mags-Bronze'www.cinchfast30.com

Do you follow hungrygirl_belfast aka Laura Rooney on Instagram?She’s smart, sassy and funny as hell, and is one of our Cinch Fast 30 Challengers!In this episode, Laura talks about how: *Cinch Fast 30 has improved her relationship with food *Laura's mum worked with Cancer doctors over the years - many of whom practised Intermittent Fasting *Laura says she no  longer weighs herself ever, she judges her progress by her clothes  feel and how she feels about herself *She says she loves the Cinch Fast 30 group support, the recipes and the guidance* Laura follows an 80/20 practise towards IF and ‘healthy eating’ and it works perfectly for my lifestyle * Laura is now back to her pre-lockdown body shape which is amazing (Laura also goes to the gym, which is fantastic!)What have YOU got to lose?Sign up now www.cinchfast30.comUse Laura’s codes to get 10% off the Cinch Fast 30 course ‘Hungry-Bronze’‘Hungry-Silver’Hungry-Bronze’

In this episode of Fast Women, Angela and Nicola chat to Lisa McFarland, Northern Ireland’s leading Relationship Coach - who joined the Cinch Fast 30 programme in January 2022 and lost a total of 8lbs and has maintained this ever since. 🙌 In this episode we discuss Lisa’s experience with Intermittent Fasting and her tips and advice on how we can all improve our own relationship with ourselves in order to lead happier, healthier lives. ❤️ Start your Cinch Fast 30 journey today www.cinchfast30.com 🎉Use discount code for 10% off the Cinch Fast 30 programme: *Bronze package - use code ‘Lisa-Bronze’ - £49.99 (£45.99 with discount)  *Silver package - use code ‘Lisa-Silver’ - £59.99 (£54 with discount)  *Gold package, use code ‘Lisa-Gold - £275.00 (£247.50 with discount) Lisa is this month celebrating two years in business with the launch of her first E-Book, entitled: “Tips & Tools on How to Have a Healthy Relationship.”  Visit www.relationshipcoachingni.co.uk for further details.

In this episode, we meet, Garreth Falls B.Th., Dip. H.M., MNIMH, Consultant Medical Herbalist, trained in Diagnostic & Functional Medicine and a big fan of Intermittent Fasting! Garreth operates The Wild Sage in Grey Abbey and will bring his wealth of medical knowledge to the Cinch FAST 30 Challengers through regular webinars, live Q&As and webinars.Gareth is a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists who is passionate about helping people to live their healthiest, happiest lives.Listen to this episode to hear how Garreth treats a wide range of patients on a very varied range of complaints, and he does that with a much more natural approach....When Garreth is not working you might find him in the open water doing some cold water dipping, out in the garden, foraging or forest bathing.** Disclaimer:While intermittent fasting has many proven benefits, it’s still controversial and every health professional has their own opinion on the subject. Cinch is not a health company or a nutritional expert organisation. If you have any chronic or recurring medical conditions, or are elderly, you must speak to doctor before starting the Cinch FAST 30 program. This Podcast is only a 30 minute chat and should not be substituted for health advice.It is the listeners personal responsibility to speak to their doctor or health professional about their own personal health situation before starting an Intermittent Fasting lifestyle. People who should NOT fast include those who are underweight or have eating disorders like anorexia, or a previous history of any eating disorder. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or people under the age of 18 and over the age of 70. If you have Diabetes, a heart condition or any other health issue, you should speak to your doctor before embarking on Intermittent Fasting. If you are on medication for any illness you should also check with your doctor or health professional.

In this episode of the Cinch FAST 30 - Fast Women Podcast, we are joined by the multi-award-winning stylist and image consultant, Samara Prentice, founder and owner of Evolve Styling and Image Consultancy.Samara has lived an intermittent fasting lifestyle for over 10 years and joined the Cinch FAST 30 challenge on the 1st of May 2020 to get add support and coaching from the group.Hear how the mum of four lost 1.5 stone, using Intermittent Fasting, how she massively improved her health, her energy levels and looks and feels better than ever. You will also here advice and tips of how to boost your confidence to help change the negative internal self talk and how to own your own power.You can check out the Cinch FAST 30 challenge here, www.cinchfast30.com and learn more about Samara‘s services here, www.evolvebysamara.comUse voucher codes for 10% off:*Bronze package - use code ‘Samara-Bronze’ - £49.99 (£45.99 with discount)*Silver package - use code ‘Samara -Silver’ - £59.99 (£54 with discount)*Gold package, use code ‘Samara-Gold - £275.00 (£247.50 with discount)

Lynn Whan was one of our very first sign-ups to the Cinch FAST 30 plan, back in May 2022. Lynn previously struggled with her weight her entire adult life. In this episode, she shares her journey with us and explains how Intermittent Fasting has changed her life. Visit www.cinchfast30.com 

In this episode we talk to Sarah Gilbert, founder of Little Sunflower, an early intervention program for seven to 10-year-olds, which is being rolled out to schools across the UK and Ireland, with the specific aim of helping children with their emotional development and resilience.From anxiety following the pandemic, to bullying, shyness, stresses at home and even lack of confidence, Little Sunflower will give teachers a range of tools to help educate and help children manage their emotions a fun and interactive way. Using an animated teachers’ guide, video story-telling, picture books, soft toys, arts and crafts, an App, poetry, as well as ‘tapping’ Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), the five-week course will help children manage their emotional state and give them coping mechanisms. It's EFT in particular that we are interested in and how we can apply it to our every day lives to stop over-eating and over-indulging in the most addictive food and drinks on the planet. Big thank you to Sarah for taking part in this interview. You can check out Little Sunflower, here: www.littlesunflower.co.uk and to take part in the one-2-one tapping session that Sarah mentions, email us here [email protected] 

Do you want to drink less, change your relationship with alcohol or stop altogether?Join the club!It's the only drug in the world we have to continuously defend not taking. But, it shouldn't have to be that way! Have a listen to our first-hand, real experience of drinking alcohol and why we want to drastically reduce when and how much we drink and to help influence change in the world, to stop the Sober Shaming! Have you an experience related to this subject that you would love to share? Contact us now at [email protected]

Welcome to the Fast Women Podcast, with your hosts Angela Hunter and Nicola McIlhagger discussing all things fasting & health related. We are the creators of the Cinch FAST 30 program - fat loss & wellbeing program that introduces the concept of Intermittent Fasting which has the power to completely change your life.We lost a combined weight of 35lbs using Intermittent Fasting which meant we simply changed the timing of our meals to allow our bodies to burn fat. For the past six years we have been helping people all over the world to lose excess fat through different products and procedures at our Holywood Clinic www.cinchclinic.co.uk and through out productswww.cinchcorsets.co.uk.We have now developed the Cinch FAST 30 - which is a wellness plan which uses Intermittent Fasting combined with a delicious, whole food approach to eating which is designed to help with weight -loss, fatigue, brain fog, antiageing and give an overall major boost to health & wellbeing. www.cinchfast30.com