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We all know the feeling....3 o'clock rolls around and we are starving. What should you eat?? The easy answer is a bag of chips or package of cookies from the office vending machine, but what does that do to your blood sugar? Does it provide any nutrients? The short answer is that those types of snacks will satisfy the gnawing in your stomach, but a couple hours later, you're like to crash again. In this episode of the Midlife Mommas Cam and Amelia give you some tips on better ways to snack. You've heard us go on and on about the benefits of protein in midlife, but how do you translate this into snacks?? 00:00 Struggling with protein intake throughout the day. 04:20 Analyze meals to fine-tune your diet. 07:25 Protein snacks and turkey sauce for meals. 12:54 Portable snacks stabilize blood sugar and appetite. 15:28 Eating protein throughout day stabilizes blood sugar. 17:55 Moderation in fat intake without focusing on calories. 23:36 Prioritize health by eating and communicating well. 24:14 Agreeing on time for dinner, dealing with waiting. 27:22 Use fat source, add spices, enjoy yummy. Our favorite Protein-rich snacks! (but don't forget eggs, cottage cheese, and tuna packets!) Meat Sticks www.chomps.com www.paleovalley.com Protein shakes www.truvani.com www.fairlife.com Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

00:00 Navigating changing relationships as children grow up. 05:14 People are threatened by what they don't understand. 06:41 Understand psychology, know your why, stick to conviction. 12:36 Focus on your vision despite distractions. 15:10 Importance of discussing choices and being open. 18:30 Finding support from like-minded individuals is crucial. 23:25 Woman's 2nd marriage struggles due to inactivity. 25:24 Becoming a good example for kids' health. 27:50 Question traditional beliefs, seek personal truth confidently. Why would my goals make someone else uncomfortable?  C'mon, you know you've experienced this. You tell a friend or your sibling, "I'm going back to school!" or "I've decided to move to a different city" or "I'd like to lose 10 lbs". You've seen that look of skepticism on their faces. They've chided you that it'll never work, or you've tried this before and failed. What IS the deal? Shouldn't these people be supportive? Well it turns out that this is a completely normal reaction, but why? In this episode of the Midlife Mommas we explore this very strange yet usual circumstance. When we grow it may make others feel like we're leaving them behind. Tune in to listen to the reasons as well as some tips to cope with these reactions and soldier on! Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

The 80/20 rule - you've probably heard of it, but how do you apply it? Does it even work? In this episode of the Midlife Mommas Cam and Amelia give you some tactical tips to using the 80/20 rule to maintain focus and avoid burnout. 00:00 Focusing on valuable work in business. 04:39 Encourage outsourcing home tasks to save time. 07:15 Rotate wardrobe, use fitness clothes, avoid habits. 10:51 Struggling with health goals due to environment. 13:50 Stay on track, learn, reset, choose again. 17:07 Gradually increasing protein can make a difference. 20:42 Rest is crucial for muscle growth and recovery. 24:59 Long-distance triathlete used exercise to indulge. 26:23 Gratitude leads to trust and more action. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

You may be familiar with Heavy Metals from the context of lead poisoning in children. But did you know there are many others, and that exposure could be through pollution, food, dental fillings and cosmetics?? In this episode of the Midlife Mommas, Cam and Amelia explain what heavy metals are, what vital organ systems they affect, how to get tested for them, and the detox protocol that Cam is undergoing right now! If you've ever eaten fish, ever used cosmetics with pigment, or have any dental fillings, you'll want to listen to this one. Oh wait, that's EVERYBODY! This isn't meant to scare you. We aren't alarmists. But it is intended to inform you about the dangers of heavy metal exposure and explain how to detox from them. 00:00 Movie plot about legal assistant uncovering poisoning. 04:21 Research found acceptable heavy metal levels; serious health risks. 08:40 Various symptoms may indicate chronic toxicity buildup. 12:55 Special urine collection and chelating pill test. 13:30 Chelating removes heavy metals for detoxification. 19:35 Concern about potential exposure to heavy metals. 22:41 Yesterdays' activities: walking, sauna, detox tips. 25:00 Regularly consult a functional medicine provider for esoteric tests. 26:34 Guaranteed to find someone for listening today. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

What IS Beauty? Do you consider yourself beautiful? In this episode of the Midlife Mommas we explore Beauty in Midlife! You know Cam and Amelia, so you know this isn't simply about outward beauty. We explore how our vision of beauty was shaped by 70' and 80's culture (including diet culture), and how we have matured as women. We include brief discussions on diversity and how we continue to check our attitudes, and question our values around beauty. Take Heart! This isn't a convo about the latest beauty secrets. This a REAL talk about all that is beautiful in Midlife! 00:00 Exploring beauty and aging in midlife. 06:15 Challenging beauty standards, unrealistic ideals for women. 08:39 Online movement embracing natural silver hair beauty. 10:29 Enneagram three seeks validation, upbringing shapes choices. 14:09 Childhood memories of admiring glamorous hairstyles. 17:49 People make choices about their physical bodies. 22:11 Children prefer minimalist makeup, focus on inner beauty. 25:50 Country song tells story about hiding crazy. 27:25 Explore journaling, meditation, and finding inner beauty. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

Who'd have thought you could 'crockpot' without an actual crockpot?? Today, Cam and Amelia use this term to talk about the process of allowing ideas to simmer. Do you ever have a great idea about: changing a habit?getting healthier?changing jobs?Then you either: A) decide that it's not for you (you are scared, you procrastinate, or decide it's dumb) B) fail to act C) jump in without thinking twice 'Crockpotting' is the idea of slowing down, of really carefully considering. It's NOT being lazy, procrastinating, nor a failure to act. Join us as we teach you how to be intentional about next steps. 00:00 Fad diets don't lead to lasting change. 04:26 Health resolutions often fade after February 15th. 08:07 Reflecting, observing, and waiting for guidance. 10:55 Recognize thoughts don't define you; seek truth. 15:14 Reflection and waiting are not inaction. 16:07 Rest is important for creativity and growth. 22:17 Quick access to data is integral today. 24:08 Teaching toddlers to manage emotions, not suppress. 26:17 Childbirth and hard work are most rewarding. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

Did you know that some purported health trends can actually be bad for you? Yes, you heard that right! There is a plethora of health information out there. Much of it is good, based on scientific evidence. Other pieces of advice are not-so-good, based on theories and guesses. However, some things are good for some people and not for others. These 3 trends are either suggested to BE healthy OR, are things we unwittingly do because, well, for lack of a better word, we are ignorant. (I say this with a great amount of affection, because this was ME for a long time!) Join us to find out what this 3 sneaky things are that may be bad for your health. 00:00 Overexercising and fasting affected my health negatively. 05:48 Pre-workout snack essential for energy and performance. 07:56 Pre-workout banana and coffee for fuel. Overcoming diet culture mindset. 12:19 Nuts provide protein and crunch as snacks. 15:33 Preference for chicken and occasional beef consumption. 18:20 Gradual increase towards lean body weight goal. 20:45 Tracking protein intake is essential for health. 25:16 Surrendered control to birth control, lost emotions. 27:40 Understanding menopause journey, options, and empowerment. 30:05 We prioritize natural remedies based on research. 34 Known Symptoms of Menopause: 1.Hot flashes 2.Night sweats 3.Irregular periods 4.Mood swings 5.Fatigue 6.Insomnia 7.Vaginal dryness 8.Weight gain 9.Changes in libido 10.Memory problems 11.Joint pain 12.Hair loss or thinning 13.Dry skin 14.Headaches 15.Urinary incontinence 16.Bloating 17.Breast tenderness 18.Changes in body odor 19.Anxiety 20.Depression 21.Irritability 22.Difficulty concentrating 23.Digestive issues 24.Changes in taste or smell 25.Brittle nails 26.Heart palpitations 27.Osteoporosis risk 28.Tooth and gum problems 29.Changes in hair growth 30.Allergies 31.Itchy skin 32.Muscle tension 33.Changes in breast size 34.Increased facial hair growth Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

00:00 Body's cortisol rises in morning, lowers later. 03:24 Light in the morning affects cortisol, melatonin. 08:39 Stress affects body: heart rate, digestion, energy. 12:29 Stress affects fertility and can harm pregnancy. 16:13 Exercise led to weight gain, then loss. 17:25 Enjoy cycling, brings joy and balance. 20:42 Hypothalamus and pituitary regulate cortisol production. 25:27 Limit stress before bed by unplugging devices. 28:59 Flexibility and self-care for mental wellness. 30:34 Skeptical at first, but biofeedback worked. 33:12 Contact us using info in show description. Cortisol: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Wait, can cortisol be good?....YES Join us for an informative and valuable talk about CORTISOL. Cortisol is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands. "But what does it do?" you may ask and why should I care about? Cortisol is your get up and go hormone, but in recent years, it's gotten a bad rap as mainstream media has talked about 'adrenal fatigues'. We're here to set the record straight on: What corisol doesWhat happens if you're always in "fight or flight" modeWhat happens if your cortisol is too lowWarning signs of too much (and too little) cortisolStrategies to manage cortisol responseStay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

New Year's is a time of New Beginnings. But what about the lessons we learned in the previous 12 months? This episode is all about those lessons and putting down what no longer services us. Join Cam and Amelia as we discuss the Top 5 things we are leaving behind as we look forward to the New Year. What are you ready to leave behind?   00:00 Shooting life away, a play on words. 05:14 Release need for comebacks, be authentic. 06:39 Reframe "should" to "I get to." 09:27 Self-doubt and rushing, need for self-reflection. 15:40 Receiving help, recognizing need for self-care. 17:34 Hiring a young virtual assistant empowers growth. 19:18 Finding balance between work and rest. 22:58 Funny story about declining social commitments gracefully. 26:51 Visualization of protection and safety in bubble wrap. 28:50 Check show description for contact information. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

What are your fitness goals for 2024? Want to learn how to QuickStart your fitness program? You'll want to listen to this episode of the Midlife Mommas Guess what? The exercise program of your 20's and 30's won't work in menopause. Your body is different; your hormones are different and your exercise needs are different. Don't operate under the insanity principle (doing the same thing over and over expecting a different outcome). Here is a preview: Less is moreLift weights!Shun diet cultureExemplify the Be-Do-Have attitude00:00 Process oriented individual acknowledges lack of vision. 05:36 Accidentally overtrained, got injured, learned valuable lesson. 07:46 Motivated woman dusts off bike for exercise. 10:40 Prioritizing self-care and flexibility for personal success. 13:30 Old ultra runner switches to walking exercise. 18:09 Lifting weights can prevent osteoporosis, important. 20:28 Rest on weekends boosts physical and mental well-being. 25:01 Enjoy exercise variety, especially friends' tennis games. 25:57 Walking more, rethinking exercise versus movement. 29:05 Find contact info in show description, talk next week. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

Are you itchy? Is your throat scratchy? Are you hungrier than normal? It might be that you are DEHYDRATED! Dehydration is real in the wintertime. We don't think about drinking water so much when it's cold, but we need it as much as ever. Heat can be drying and if you exercise in winter, you need to rehydrate. Heck, even breathing causes you to lose moisture. Mentioned in this Episode: Redmonds Real Salt LMNT ReLyte by Redmond Link to Cam's Amazon store ***commission may be earned 00:00 Winter dehydration concerns: skin, sinuses, drinking water. 05:51 Winter dry skin and eczema itch treatment. 08:49 Former CrossFit coach highlights signs of dehydration. 12:40 Drinking coffee, filling water, adding electrolytes. Lots of water bottle options. 15:30 Friends with migraines found electrolytes helped prevent headaches. 17:20 Stay hydrated by alternating alcohol with water. 20:02 Severe dehydration led to dangerous health consequences. 23:52 Using neti pot daily flushes sinuses. 27:01 Reduced alcohol intake by embracing mocktails. 29:31 Show info below, contact us next week. Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

How you talk to yourself, ie, your thoughts are habits that affect your daily life, including 'success' or 'failure'. I use those terms loosely, as they are defined by your thoughts too!   Join us for an informative talk with Amy Lang. She's a master health coach, author, podcast host, and known as the Habit Whisperer. Amy's focus is helping women take a look at their thought habits and how they affect health and weight loss. Like so many subjects on The Midlife Mommas, weight loss is about mindset. We hope you enjoy Amy's talk and pay attention to her "fundamental five" as s foundation. 00:00 Overcoming unhealthy habits and rediscovering joyful eating. 06:22 Discover your values, find strength, embrace purpose. 08:34 Self-love, inner health, and personal values. 12:59 Prioritize habits for a meaningful change. 14:48 Create habits at a level 9 or 10. 17:34 Distinguishing between intuitive and joyful eating program. 23:00 Culture shifted to unhealthy food mindset; seek joy. 24:32 Love is not indulgence. Self-care vs love. 29:37 Amy expresses concerns about flaws in food culture. 32:08 Frame thoughts with kindness and empowerment always. 33:58 Importance of positive mindset in strength training. 37:20 Grateful for podcast opportunity, book is labor. Connect with Amy: Podcast: Happy and Healthy with Amy Lang IG/YouTube: @habitwhisperer on FB and LinkedIn: @amylangcoaching Free Resources from Amy: https://www.amylangcoaching.com/thoughtsarehabitstoo https://www.thoughtsarehabitstoo.com/roadmap Stay Connected! Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️