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I'm a Certified Health Coach and healing yoga teacher for highly sensitive peri/menopausal women, with advanced training in reducing inflammation and improving gut health. I clear up and sort out the nuts and bolts of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle, so you don't have to, and hand it to you in quick and easy ways you will love.
I am a mom of three living in Southern Texas.  I enjoy reading, gardening and yoga. 
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Gently Calm, Regroup, & Thrive - Naturally: The Blog for Highly Sensitive Women in Peri/menopause

Peri/menopause doesn't have to break you - it can become the season you reclaim your sensitivity, heal gently, and thrive in your own natural rhythm.  

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Healthier Fast Food Options

Reading Time: 7 minutesHealthier fast food options are out there but take effort to find. I’ve got you covered with the tips and tricks to make the best choices when ordering.   When you are running around doing your holiday shopping, at some point, you’re going to find yourself far from home and in need of food. You’re gonna […]

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Healthier Drinks at Starbucks

Reading Time: 6 minutesHealthier drinks at Starbucks are easy to find if you know what to look for. Here is your guide for choosing healthy options for your sensitive perimenopause / menopause healing.   I was on vacation this past week and went to a small Starbucks inside a resort (see the video above).  When I was there […]

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Reading Time: 6 minutesLearn the amazing health benefits of apples and grab quick and easy ideas and recipes to add more apples to your diet.   Why Everyone is Talking About Apples Apples are a wonderful fall treat. Although they are commonly for sale in grocery stores year-round, seeing local apples pop up in my CSA box signals […]

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Reading Time: 6 minutesReal Food can be a challenge to find and eat in our fast food, processed food culture. Stick with me to find out how to eat healthily and with ease.     The Real Food Challenge I sometimes felt like an outsider when I brought my lunch to work daily while others ate takeout regularly […]

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Christie's Juice

Reading Time: 10 minutesJuicing to cleanse your body and boost your nutrition has become wildly popular. In this article, you’ll learn how to juice correctly to reap all the benefits for your perimenopause / menopause mind and body.   I love juicing. My kids love juicing. It is loads of fun to watch the whole fruits and vegetables […]

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Reading Time: 6 minutesWhip up this Easy Pumpkin Chai Latte recipe with 1/2 THE SUGAR of other chai lattes and all the flavor. Savor the season while keeping healthy!  Making this recipe at home is much healthier than store-bought because you have control over the ingredients.     Why This Pumpkin Chai Latte? Come autumn, I find myself […]

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Reading Time: 5 minutesI have created this yummy and healthy recipe for Cranberry Pumpkin Bread just in time for fall and the autumn holidays. It’s a great holiday treat made with whole grains, it’s low in sugar, and is bursting with cranberries.       I indulge in a couple holiday treats full of the white stuff – […]

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Reading Time: 6 minutesI’m hungry, what should I eat?!  We all have asked that question when trying to be healthy.  The world of constantly changing dietary advice can leave us confused.   Yes, discovering what the healthiest diet is for you can be confusing. But eating well is vital for good health. It helps keep your body strong […]

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Reading Time: 6 minutesWhat is healthiest diet for you? Read on to learn a new perspective and decide what kind of food you should eat for vibrant health.       In the first post of this series, I share my personal story with diet and health and cover the fundamental principles of healthy diets. In the next post, […]

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Reading Time: 8 minutesEasy healthy quick meals can be a reality for you starting now. Your time is valuable and healthy eating is essential. Learn to cook simply and make the most of your time!  Read on to discover some great tips.       Cooking is one of our most valuable skills for reaching optimal health. However, […]

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As a Certified Health Coach and Healing Yoga Teacher, I deliver clever solutions to reduce inflammation and heal.  I guide you to discover the lifestyle changes that improve your health and life.

I have completed advanced training in reducing inflammation and healing the gut. 

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