Real Food. Real Energy. Real Life: Nutrition and Habits for Midlife Moms

Real Food. Real Energy. Real Life: Nutrition and Habits for Midlife Moms

Hosted by: Nikki Cheak - Health and Nutrition Coach

You're not confused about what to eat. You're confused about who to trust. Six people have told you six different things about protein, carbs, fasting, and whatever is supposedly happening to your body in your 40s....

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Why Am I More Exhausted in Summer? | Ep 24

You swore summer would feel easier - less rushing, fewer alarms, maybe even a little breathing room. But somehow? You’re more wiped than ever.  In this episode, we’re digging into why summer can leave midlife moms...
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Why Strength Training Matters More After 35 | Ep 23

If you’ve been feeling puffy, tired, or stuck in your body—and nothing seems to work anymore—this episode is your blueprint for change. In this week’s episode, certified health coach Nikki Cheak explains why building...
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5 Things Quietly Slowing Your Metabolism | Ep 22

You’re eating less. Walking more. Maybe even skipping meals.So why does your body still feel tired, bloated, and stuck? If your metabolism feels like it’s working against you, this episode is a must-listen. Because...
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How to Keep a Routine When Summer Hits | Ep 21

Summer can feel like a free fall—late nights, no routine, constant snack runs, and zero time for yourself. If you've ever told yourself, “I'll just get back on track when school starts again,” this episode is your...
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Why You Feel Puffy and Bloated All the Time | Ep 20

You’ve been trying.Eating clean. Moving your body. Saying no to desserts.And yet—you still feel puffy, bloated, exhausted, and stuck in a body that doesn’t feel like yours anymore. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror...
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3 Foods to Add for Steady Energy | Ep 19

If your default setting is “what do I cut out?” every time you want to feel better in your body—this episode is your permission slip to do it differently. In Part 2 of the Feel Good by Summer series, certified health...
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3 Healthy Habits for a Packed Month | Ep 18

May is wild. If your calendar looks like it got hit with a confetti cannon, and you’ve caught yourself saying “I’ll just take care of myself when things slow down”—this episode is for you. In part one of the Feel Good...
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Why Small Changes Beat Big Goals | Ep 17

If you’ve ever felt like everything has to be perfect before you make progress with your health, this episode is your permission slip to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset. Nikki Cheak, certified health coach and busy...
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5 Things to Start Before Summer Hits | Ep 16

If your May calendar looks like a game of Tetris with concerts, sports, and chaos… this is your reminder: please don’t wait until summer to feel better in your body. In this episode, I’m walking you through 5 simple...
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Why Nothing You Used to Do Works Anymore | Ep 15

Episode 15: Hormones 101 – What Women in Their 30s, 40s, and 50s Aren’t Told About Fat Loss. If you’ve ever felt puffy, exhausted, or stuck—like your body is changing and nothing you used to do is working—this episode...
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Why I Changed My Mind About Tracking Macros | Ep 14

If you've ever thought, “Tracking macros sounds like a full-time job”? Same. But in this episode, I’m breaking down why I completely changed my mind—and how macros became the most freeing strategy I’ve ever...
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How to Drop 2 Pant Sizes Without Dieting | Ep 13

In this episode, Nikki Cheak shares her practical approach to losing one to two pant sizes by summer without extreme dieting or excessive workouts. She emphasizes the importance of fueling the body properly, using...
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