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Tune into each weeks podcast for real life advice and strategies for becoming your happiest and healthiest self, all while thriving in the gray area. You can have your carrots and cake, too!
Topics include: Macro nutrition, functional testing, hormone education, mom life, fitness, autoimmune life (ulcerative colitis) and so much more!
ABOUT TINA
I’m a 40-year-old wife and mom. I reside on the South Shore of Massachusetts with my husband, Mal, our son, Quinn, and our adorable pug, Murphy.
Carrots ‘N’ Cake is where I share my love of food, staying fit, and living a healthy life. While I try to pack the most nutrients possible into each meal, I have a number of favorite foods that are not necessarily ‘healthy,’ but are still delicious and fun to eat. If eaten in moderation, I believe that the ‘bad’ foods can be part of a well-balanced diet. That is how Carrots ‘N’ Cake was born!
What initially began as a personal blog to hold myself accountable as my wedding day approached morphed into CNC at present— a go-to resource for all things healthy living, from my love of delicious food (and wine), to fun workouts, quick beauty and fashion tips, and the ‘true life’ of tackling a chronic illness (ulcerative colitis) head first.
My journey with a chronic illness and working closely with female nutrition clients inspired me to become a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) in 2019. I knew when dealing with my own health issues and helping other women improve their body composition goals, there was always more to the story than simply eating well and exercise.
Nowadays, my focus has moved from blogging daily to group and one-on-one coaching. Plus, creating fitness and nutrition programs for the CNC community. I still publish new content here on the blog, but I’m much more active on Instagram and on my podcast. Feel free to find me @carrotsncake and say hi! If you’re interested in working together, you can read about my coaching options here.
Wondering if 1:1 coaching and/or hormone testing is right for you? In this episode, I share a number of transformations and testimonials from past and current clients as well as some ‘behind the scenes’ information about our coaching program. Tune in to find out if our program is a good fit for you! LISTEN HERE Applications are now open for January 2022. Get all of the details and apply HERE. Additional podcast episodes: EP13: CNC…
Are you struggling with excess estrogen and weight loss? If so, you are not alone. It’s quite common in women in their 30s and 40s. It’s true, excess estrogen might be preventing you from losing weight. How do you know if you’re struggling with excess estrogen? Excess estrogen and weight loss ‘Estrogen Dominance’ is a type of hormonal imbalance where the body has too much estrogen in relation to progesterone. Here are some symptoms of…
In this episode, I share how I was able to transition my online presence from a healthy living blogger to functional nutrition (FDN-P) entrepreneur. It definitely wasn’t easy, and I struggled for years before hiring a business coach. At times, I felt defeated, frustrated, and confused. I was constantly second-guessing what I was doing and not getting the results that I wanted. Accountability and clarity from my coach and mastermind community were the key factors…
Episode 100 is here! I can’t believe I have recorded 100 episodes, which is why I wanted to find a way to say ‘thank you’ for being an amazing listener. Therefore, I decided what better way to celebrate than asking for your questions and answering them. LISTEN HERE The questions I answer in this episode: – Do you miss blogging? – What did you do before coaching? – Whatever happened with DTF? – What did…
Welcome to the next episode of the Carrot ‘N’ Cake Podcast! In this episode I’m sharing my Friday 5 favorite products that I’m lovely lately. Be sure to scroll down for an awesome GIVEAWAY from Hylete! The Friday 5 Picks: 1. Boys’ Short Puffer Jacket Quinn was in need of a new winter jacket, and he is sooo excited about this purchase. He picked a funky blue pattern. It’s from Target (of course) and super…
Cassy Joy Garcia, a New York Times bestselling author of Cook Once Dinner Fix, Cook Once Eat All Week, and Fed and Fit as well as the creative force behind the popular food blog Fed + Fit. Eager to share her healthy living secrets with the world, she started Fed + Fit in 2011. Since then, she became a holistic nutrition consultant and transitioned her personal blog into a tremendously supportive and nimble online wellness…
I’ve received a number of questions about the parasite protocol that I’m currently implementing, so I wanted to share some Cliff’s Notes about it. I’m still learning about parasites and figuring it all out! However, this episode covers my personal experience. Plus, the possible symptoms related to parasites and how to determine if a protocol is right for you. I’m following the CellCore protocol and using their products. It starts with a Foundational Protocol to…
Ready to learn how to find the RIGHT macro ratio for you? One of the biggest mistakes I see when women try to lose weight is not eating enough. They often eat below their Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), which is why they continue to struggle. So, how do you figure out how much to consume? Well, it comes down to self-experimentation, which, of course, sounds vague, so in this episode, I share the exact…
Do you experience PMS cravings? Want to know the REAL reasons you experience them? Hormones are often to blame for PMS cravings and, sure, they play a role, BUT your lifestyle and diet ALSO influence them. A lot. Rising progesterone in the luteal phase can definitely increase your hunger and cause you to experience more cravings before your period, aka PMS. (Low progesterone can also cause issues in the second half of your cycle!) If…
In this episode, I share one actionable piece of advice for how to *actually” get consistent with your habits. I promise, it’s simple to implement, too! Consistency is BY FAR the most important aspect of getting and maintaining your results. It’s often overlooked when it comes to body composition change, but it’s what REALLY matters. Let’s just say, without consistency, you’re not getting sustainable and long-lasting results! The goal is to create consistency with the…
Welcome to the next episode of the Carrot ‘N’ Cake Podcast! In this episode I’m sharing 5 favorite that I’m lovely lately. You can listen to the episode here. The Friday 5 1. Nike Alpha Sports Bra 2. Zella Work For It Tank Top 3. Bellroy Tokyo Tote 4. Everpro Gray Away Touch Up Magnetic Powder 5. ButcherBox Burgers If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you never have to…
Coming at ya with a classic iced coffee date! We spent the long weekend in Newport, Rhode Island, so I share a brief recap as well as some of the thoughts, feelings, and emotions that came up being away from home and stuck in perpetual work more, including the struggles of dining out with IBD as well as disordered food thoughts and self-worth. Wheat Rescue IBD Coach LISTEN HERE ***** If you enjoyed this episode,…
In this episode, I share an update about my current struggles with ulcerative colitis and what I’ve tried to improve my symptoms, including medications, diet, and protocols. Additionally in this episode, I talk about low progesterone and what to do about it. Do you think you may be suffering from low progesterone? Here are some symptoms: PMS Irregular periods Spotting Prolonged or heavy menstrual bleeding Headaches or migraines Mood swings Anxiety & depression Do any…
Do you love your hormones? If not, you should. And here’s why… Because your body is just as fine-tuned (if not more!) than your car… And if you want your car to work right, you service it and take care of it... Same goes for your hormones. If you want your hormones to be balanced, happy, and healthy, you’ve got to treat them well. You’ve got to love on them…
Are you making any of these common mistakes? They could be preventing you from getting to your body composition goals! LISTEN HERE Enrollment is now open for my 12-week Master Your Metabolism Membership. It combines nutrition, fitness, and hormonal health into one final solution. Enrollment closes on Sunday, 9/26, so don’t delay taking this next step in your health journey! https://carrotsncake.lpages.co/mentorship/ ***** If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe so you…
