A memory popped up on my Facebook feed this morning from 7 years ago and it reminded me just how far I have come and how beautifully challenging that journey has been. The memory was of a simple recipe that I shared.
The recipe was loaded with eggs, cottage cheese (low-fat) and a plethora of shredded cheese. It did include cauliflower though!
See, over 7 years ago, I suffered a miscarriage, resigned from my career in banking, and went back to school for nutrition. The girl that shared that recipe didn’t know how much her life was going to change for the better.
My lifestyle changed throughout the years as I learned more. I started caring about the quality of food I put into my body and the products that I put on my body.
I did not change my eating habits overnight. I did; however, change the way I viewed food. I had to reevaluate my relationship with food because up to that point, it had been very toxic.
I overate and obsessed about food. I would restrict, then binge. Repeat. I was unkind to this beautiful vessel I was given, and in return, it was unkind to me.
I have experienced the contrast of health. I know what extreme fatigue, hair loss, weight gain, digestive distress, infertility, brain fog, and hopelessness feels like. Now, I know what vitality, sharp focus, high levels of energy, and unwavering faith feels like. And I want it for YOU too!
Just look at the two pictures below. The light and happiness in my eyes were gone. I was overweight, tired, and struggling.
I truly can’t imagine being a mother and feeling the way I did 7+ years ago. I would have drowned trying to keep up with my two very energetic boys.
Being a parent comes with it’s own natural challenges. Your health doesn’t have to be one of them. I promise. And you don’t have to have all the answers right now or tomorrow. You just need to decide that you deserve better. That’s it.
You absolutely DO deserve to feel your very best. If you’re unsure of how to get there, please reach out to me. When I first started my health journey, I reached out for help. And I thank God every day that I did. It’s OK to need help!
Nutrition is a vast and complicated subject and I don’t want you wasting anymore time trying to filter through the endless amount of conflicting information.
Reach out to me today and let’s start your journey toward optimal health ♥️ There will be ZERO judgement, and instead, an immense amount of empathy because I’ve been on the other side of health.
And one thing I can promise is that there will be a lot of laughter and fun together along the way.
What do you have to lose besides unhealthy habits that no longer serve you?! ♥️
Questions? Just ask!
Want to work with me 1:1 to create the perfect diet for you and/or your family? Contact me today at dana@thrivekin.com.