Category Healthy Habits

Giving Up Bread: What Can You Eat Instead, and Is Sourdough the Better Option?

Introduction For many women over 40, bread is one of those comfort foods that feels impossible to let go of. But bread is also one of the first foods people say to cut when trying to lose weight. Maybe you’ve…

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics: What Women Over 40 Need to Know for Gut Health & Weight Loss

A question I often get from women is, “What’s the difference between probiotics and prebiotics and do I need both?” It’s a fair question. The terms sound alike, they’re often sold side by side, and yet they do two very…

Why Women Over 40 May Wake Up Hungry in the Middle of the Night

If you’ve ever woken up at 2 a.m. with a growling stomach, you’re not alone. For many women over 40, nighttime hunger can feel confusing and frustrating. You may be eating balanced meals during the day, yet your body still…

Gluten & Weight Loss: What Women Over 40 Need to Know

When I was at a recent health fair, a woman came up to my table and quietly asked if I had any information to share on being “gluten-free” while on a weight loss journey. She told me she couldn’t eat…

5 Surprising Carbs That Actually Help Balance Blood Sugar

Carbohydrates (carbs) often get a bad reputation, especially for women over 40 who are focused on weight management and hormonal health. Many diet trends push the idea that carbs are the enemy, leading to cravings, weight gain, and energy crashes.…

Here’s What to Do if Your GLP-1 Weight Loss Meds Are Delayed, Denied, or Stopped

If your weight loss medication has suddenly been paused because of a shortage, insurance denial, price hike, or just needing a break, you’re probably feeling a mix of panic and pressure. The fear of gaining weight all back is real.…

5 Endocrine-Disrupting Foods to Ditch for Better Hormonal Health After 40

As women over 40, we often chalk our fatigue, weight fluctuations, or mood swings up to “just getting older.” But in many cases, the real culprit is hidden in our food: endocrine disruptors. These hormone-interfering compounds can throw your system…

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Dr. Kisha Pickford Featured in NationalWorld

I still can’t believe I get to share this with you…My personal transformation, from feeling stuck in my body to creating a life and business rooted in holistic health, was just featured in NationalWorld, a major UK media outlet. 🙏🏾 A…