Welcome to this next edition of the Friday 5! I’m especially excited for this week’s round-up because these are top favorites when it comes to fashion, beauty, nutrition, and more! LISTEN HERE 1. Casual Sleeveless Dress I got this stretchy cotton dress from Amazon for less than $30, and it’s much better quality than I thought it would be. It comes in a bunch of colors (I had a hard time choosing between this green…

In this episode, I share my journey with hormone imbalance, starting at age 10 to present, and exactly what I did to balance them naturally over the years. LISTEN HERE RESOURCES: Best Books to Naturally Balance Female Hormones Beyond the Pill EP44: Tips for hacking blood sugar EP45: Symptoms of blood sugar balance and what to do about it   ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never…

“Will I gain weight on a reverse diet?” This is the #1 question I receive from nutrition clients as well as prospective clients and followers on Instagram. And it’s a valid concern because diet culture continuously tells us to “eat less, exercise more.” But if you’re not getting the results you want, it’s time to try something new. In this episode, you’ll learn how reverse dieting results in different effects for different people. ⁠It often…

If you’ve been dieting for what seems like forever, whether it’s for a special event or to hit your goal weight, it might be time for a break. I mean, dieting is exhausting, isn’t it? But, how do you take a diet break without piling on all the pounds you just lost? Try a reverse diet! LISTEN HERE In this episode, learn what a reverse diet is all about and grab my free resource (linked…

In this episode, I share my typical morning routine, Monday through Friday, which, ok, might not be the most *aspirational*, but it’s real and true and probably what you’d expect from a Basic B! 😉 LISTEN HERE ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have to miss an episode! Comments and questions can be sent to info@carrotsncake.com, and please join the Carrots ‘N’ Cake Community Group on…

Welcome to this next edition of the Friday 5! I’m especially excited for this week’s round-up because these are top favorites when it comes to fashion, beauty, nutrition, and more! 1. Cuyana Classic Leather Coach  I like to change my bags with seasons, so I recently got out my Cuyana tote for the rest of spring and summer. I’ve had this bag longer than I’ve had Quinn – hah! It’s definitely a bit of an…

If you struggle with consistency, maybe your definition of consistency looks too much like perfection.⁠⁠ LISTEN HERE ⁠⁠ That’s it.⁠⁠ But really, look at what your ‘consistency’ looks like.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Is it exercising for exactly 60 minutes a day, 5 times a week, rain, shine, and everything in between?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Or is it simply moving your body on a regular basis? And being okay with 20 minutes when you can’t get in your normal workout?…

You are not alone if you’re tracking macros and wondering how to ACTUALLY hit your protein goal. It is not always easy, and I promise with the right tools, mindset, and a gamePLAN, you will be able to ACTUALLY hit your protein goal everyday. Read on for details!  LISTEN HERE How to ACTUALLY hit your protein goal One of the most common questions that I get from nutrition clients is “how do I get more…

In this episode, I share my fitness journey with scoliosis from diagnosis as a child through present day and highlight the highs and low of my health journey. Tune in to hear how I’ve navigated this challenge and what I’ve done to remain active all of these years! LISTEN HERE My fitness journey with scoliosis and additional posts of interest Scoliosis Treatment that Works Individualized Physical Therapy Treatment for Scoliosis ***** If you enjoyed this…

Camille Martin is a registered dietitian, health blogger, and senior technical editor for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. She is also a former chronic dieter who wasted nearly 25 years of her life on a diet. When she finally quit dieting and started setting and achieving more meaningful goals, she lost weight without trying. She also made powerful connections between women’s obsession to lose weight and the cultural conditioning that keeps them locked…

IBD folks, before you bite my head off, hear me out… ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ LISTEN HERE This was a HARD lesson for me to learn… and, boy, I wanted it to be the food so, so, sooooo badly. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ If I could control the food, I’d heal myself. ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ But I’ve learned that diet alone will not get me into remission.⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ I’ve tried a variety of elimination and support diets in an effort…

Welcome to this next edition of the Friday 5! I’m especially excited for this week’s round-up because these are top favorites when it comes to fashion, beauty, nutrition, and more! LISTEN HERE 1. $5 Target Tank Top I’m giving this tank top from Target a shoutout because it’s only $5! It’s a super basic cotton tank with a nice scoop neck –  perfect to add to your spring and summer wardrobe. I’m going to get…

In this episode, I chat with Kat Suchet about Hatch Athletic pregnancy fitness as well as postpartum fitness. We also discuss the modern female brain and how difficult this transition can sometimes be.

Struggling with low progesterone? Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and specifically what to do about it in this podcast episode.

Bringing back an old school Carrots ‘N’ Cake feature with a High Low High episode! Do you remember these from back in the day? They were a regular feature and a lot of fun to write! 🙂  LISTEN HERE High: Finding a new protein powder (Mikuna Chocho)  Low: Dropping our senior dog on the floor High: New 1:1 clients ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have…