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By Tricia Stefankiewicz/Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, Health Coach

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This show is for women over 40 who are trying to create balance in their life when it comes to food, body, self-care., and wellness. You struggle to put yourself first, to maintain consistency when something isn’t perfect or you feel like you don’t have enough time or will power to achieve the goals you desire. Tricia Stefankiewicz, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. I’ve worked with women like you achieve their health goals by focusing on the next best step –no matter how messy - and meeting you where you are right now. In this show you will learn practical info, actionable strategies, and mindset tweaks, so that you can feel healthier, more comfortable in your body, and make choices that work for your life. Come join me in failing forward one imperfect step at a time into the journey of health, wellness, & self-care. Welcome to your new project. Find us at Website: https://triciaRD.com; Program: https://triciaRD.com/whole-health-balance-blueprint/ Connect with us on Instagram @ wholehealthempower or by email at info@triciaRD.com

Episode Date
257:// The Power of Belief: How Your Confidence Can Transform Your Health Journey
Apr 18, 2024
256:// Breaking the Cycle: Understanding Why We Fall Back Into Old Habits and How to Overcome Them
Apr 11, 2024
255:// Hard Decisions, Brighter Tomorrow: Sacrifice and Health Renewal
Apr 04, 2024
254:// No Rules, Just You: Embracing Your Unique Approach to Health
Mar 28, 2024
253:// The Pitfalls of Procrastination: Why Waiting Until Monday to Start Something May Not Work
Mar 21, 2024
252:// Navigating Health: Identifying Opportunities and Overcoming Obstacles
Mar 14, 2024
251: // Unlock the Secret to Sustainable Fitness with Zone 2 Workouts!
Mar 07, 2024
250:// Beyond Blame: Embracing Responsibility for Your Health
Feb 29, 2024
249:// Embracing Discomfort: The Key to Learning Something New
Feb 22, 2024
248:// Tiny Toxins: How Microplastics Are Everywhere and What They Mean for Our Health
Feb 15, 2024
247// Protect Your Hormonal Harmony: Understanding Endocrine Disruptors and Their Health Effects
Feb 08, 2024
246:// From Sweet Dreams to Salty Seas: Understanding Cravings
Feb 01, 2024
245:// Consistent Triumph: The Path to Success Through Daily Discipline
Jan 25, 2024
244:// Navigating Wellness: A Deep Dive into the U.S. News & World Report's Best Diets for 2024
Jan 18, 2024
243:// Navigating the World of Dietary Supplements: A Guide to Safety
Jan 11, 2024
242:// Beyond Resolutions: Crafting Your Success Story in 2024!
Jan 04, 2024
241://Fan Fav: A toolbox to outsmarting and beating pre-diabetes and diabetes with Angela Manderfeld, RD
Dec 28, 2023
240://Fan Favorite: 6 lifestyle changes that help balance your hormones!
Dec 21, 2023
239://Reflect, Rejoice, Repeat: Year-End Review
Dec 14, 2023
238:// Crave Chronicles: Unmasking the Secrets Behind Fast Food’s Allure
Dec 07, 2023
237://Beyond Willpower: A Comprehensive Guide to Health Behavior Change Using the Six Sources of Influence.
Nov 30, 2023
236:// ”Feasting with Intent: Nourishing Your Body and Soul on Thanksgiving”
Nov 23, 2023
235:// Pivoting Towards Success: Refocusing on Year-End Goals for a Healthier You
Nov 16, 2023
234//: Lessons in Health: The Beautiful Duality of Failure and Progress
Nov 09, 2023
233:// Food Addiction: A Deeper Dive into Unhealthy Eating Habits
Nov 02, 2023
232:// Embracing Change: How to Redefine Sacrifice on Your Health Journey
Oct 26, 2023
231// From Compulsion to Calm: Navigating Your Thoughts About Food
Oct 19, 2023
230// Health today, thriving tomorrow: Your Role in your family well-being.
Oct 12, 2023
229// Balancing Act: Preventing Burnout in Your 40s and Beyond
Oct 05, 2023
228 // Stop focusing on what you can’t control and focus on what you can.
Sep 28, 2023
227/ Unleashing Your Potential: The Beauty of the Journey
Sep 21, 2023
226// Gaining Confidence and Keeping Promises to Myself: A Journey to Self-Reliability
Sep 14, 2023
225// Why You Need to Take Action, Not Just Rely on Motivation
Sep 07, 2023
224/What’s the meaning and etiology of my food cravings?
Aug 31, 2023
223:// Rethinking Women’s Wellness: Challenging Common Beliefs for a Balanced Life
Aug 24, 2023
222/ Monumental magnesium and why it’s important for pre and post-menopausal women like you!
Aug 17, 2023
221/ What’s all the hype about protein? Are you getting enough?
Aug 10, 2023
220// I’m eating and I don’t know why. Am I hungry or am I eating due to habit? Sound like you?
Aug 03, 2023
219// Life is too hard to be standing in your own way!
Jul 27, 2023
218//: Are you body shaming yourself or others?
Jul 20, 2023
217//: Stop worrying about the distractions and focus on the behaviors!
Jul 13, 2023
216// Why do I need to hold myself accountable and how do I do it.
Jul 06, 2023
215// Is it really possible to change our habits as we age? Let’s talk about neuroplasticity!
Jun 29, 2023
214//Why we make excuses and how to overcome them.
Jun 22, 2023
213// Here’s to new beginnings!
Jun 15, 2023
212// 8 subtle clues that your body is telling you to tune into
Jun 08, 2023
211// Emotional dysregulation and how it makes it hard for you to meet your health goals
Jun 01, 2023
210// Oh how we love free food!
May 25, 2023
209// Rethinking our relationship with alcohol
May 18, 2023
208// 6 lifestyle changes that help balance your hormones
May 11, 2023
207// We need to fail in order to redefine our success
May 04, 2023
206// What excuses are you using to not achieve what you want?
Apr 27, 2023
205// Besides food, what can I do to soothe myself?
Apr 20, 2023
204// Restoring the gut microbiome to help decrease your risk of chronic disease
Apr 13, 2023
203// Hot Topic: Let’s talk about weight loss medications: Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. Is it something you are considering?
Apr 06, 2023
202// Not all calories are equal and how counting calories can lead to body disconnection
Mar 30, 2023
201// Don’t know where to start? Keep it simple
Mar 23, 2023
200// What are the 4 biggest mistakes we make when trying to make a health change?
Mar 16, 2023
199// What are your health non-negotiables?
Mar 09, 2023
198:// Exploring patterns of eating and most common diets
Mar 05, 2023
How to embrace discomfort so that you can achieve your health goals
Mar 02, 2023
What are you doing about weight bias?
Feb 23, 2023
What’s the deal with sugar substitutes?
Feb 16, 2023
What’s the deal with sugar and does my body need it?
Feb 09, 2023
Learning to Trust your body
Feb 02, 2023
Is “eating clean” just another diet?
Jan 26, 2023
Hot topic: Intermittent Fasting
Jan 19, 2023
190:// How can you start to align with your health goals? Three actionable steps. Listen Here.
Jan 05, 2023
What you can learn from failed diets
Dec 29, 2022
Knowing doesn’t equal doing with lasting behavior change
Dec 22, 2022
Feeling embarrassed or shameful about how your body looks?
Dec 15, 2022
How do we stay on track with our health goals when our brain goes to negative thoughts!
Dec 08, 2022
Feeling disconnected from your body? Let’s explore some ways to help create connection.
Dec 01, 2022
Our thoughts, and feelings, influence our behavior
Nov 24, 2022
Holiday survival tips to get you get you through the holiday season
Nov 17, 2022
Do you need a daily collagen supplement?
Nov 10, 2022
Achieving balance - is it possible or a big lie?
Nov 03, 2022
180:// Show up for yourself daily - you will feel better
Oct 27, 2022
3 health concepts to remember when starting or refining your process
Oct 20, 2022
3 Common Health Misconceptions revealed here!
Oct 13, 2022
Bonus Episode: A discussion about diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging (in healthcare) with Genesis Amaris Kemp
Oct 11, 2022
Self-advocacy - why it’s so important to advocate for our self and our health
Oct 06, 2022
How to stop food cravings and achieve the health goals you desire
Sep 29, 2022
Why are you not living up to your full potential with your health goals?
Sep 22, 2022
Why is it so easy to fall back into old patterns
Sep 15, 2022
How do they do it? 4 behaviors that long term weight maintainers consistently do.
Sep 08, 2022
Real consequences of yo-yo dieting
Aug 31, 2022
Feeling hopeless about your health? Let’s talk through strategies to address this.
Aug 25, 2022
End of summer revisit to our goals
Aug 18, 2022
Are you sitting on the sidelines missing out on what you want to do?
Aug 11, 2022
What is your WHY? Why do you want to make healthy changes?
Aug 04, 2022
Mindset: Choices, Consequences, and Clarity
Jul 28, 2022
Investing in yourself is key to achieving health goals
Jul 21, 2022
What are the consequences of Inaction and the future you?
Jul 14, 2022
Mindset shifts you need to get what you want
Jul 07, 2022
Are you holding onto weight as protection?
Jun 30, 2022
Signs you are not showing your body love
Jun 23, 2022
Taking the first steps in the journey to body love
Jun 16, 2022
Hating your body? Let’s talk about two movements that may help you: body positivity and body neutrality.
Jun 09, 2022
3 body myths debunked
Jun 03, 2022
Women’s Health Series: Are my gastrointestinal Issues related to perimenopause or menopause? What causes it and what can YOU do about it?
May 26, 2022
A toolbox to outsmarting and beating pre-diabetes and diabetes with Angela Manderfeld, RD
May 19, 2022
Women’s Health Series Let’s talk about Diabetes
May 12, 2022
Let’s talk about how to live with and deal with chronic pain with LCSW Anne Denner
May 06, 2022
Is there a time I need to stop eating by?
Apr 28, 2022
152:// Why do you keep doing the same thing over and over again? How to break and old habit that you want to get rid of.
Apr 21, 2022
Sleep deprivation got you off track? Diet and life style interventions to help you sleep - Part II
Apr 14, 2022
Understanding what happens to your body when you don’t sleep enough – Part I
Apr 07, 2022
Relationship with yourself impacts health
Mar 31, 2022
Stop Taking things out of your life that make you feel good
Mar 24, 2022
Consistency counts. How to be consistent with what you want to achieve?
Mar 17, 2022
Don’t know where to start: 4 things to start thinking about or doing immediately to improve your health
Mar 10, 2022
Stop waiting to love yourself
Mar 03, 2022
How to stop starting over again
Feb 24, 2022
I know what to do but I can’t seem to do it! Why knowledge doesn’t equal action
Feb 17, 2022
Hot topic: Weight loss surgery
Feb 10, 2022
Are you really unmotivated and lazy?
Feb 03, 2022
3 ways to enjoy the process until you get to your goal
Jan 27, 2022
Our thoughts and how they affect our health and what to do to change them
Jan 20, 2022
Women over 40, metabolism, and muscle mass. What do you need to know to help speed up your metabolism.
Jan 13, 2022
137:// New Year Reflection Questions. What do you want to achieve this year and what will you do to make it happen?
Jan 06, 2022
Reconnecting the busy mind! All things meditation! What it is, how it benefits you, and how to get started with Jennifer Boileau
Dec 30, 2021
Weight loss is NOT the answer to loving your body after 40
Dec 28, 2021
Self-Care doesn‘t have to be so hard with Dr. Nancy Maguire
Dec 23, 2021
Are you feeling shame and embarrassment about Your Body Let‘s talk about what to do about it
Dec 21, 2021
Let it go! Giving up the illusion of the perfectly curated holiday season.
Dec 16, 2021
4 things to remember on how to show up and be present during the holiday season
Dec 14, 2021
130:// 7 ways to make sure to get enough sleep during the holidays
Dec 09, 2021
5 ideas to manage and deal with the stress of the holiday season
Dec 07, 2021
Do I need to buy a peloton bike to achieve my health goals?
Dec 02, 2021
Where do you want to be a year from now?
Nov 30, 2021
Let‘s appreciate the wonder of you today
Nov 25, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. Health Tip Tuesday. Do you need a probiotic?
Nov 23, 2021
Let‘s talk all things food rules! Do you do any of these?
Nov 18, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: The foreign concept of “all foods fit” is it real?
Nov 16, 2021
Feeling dissatisfied with your body? 4 things to do differently.
Nov 11, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. How we talk to ourselves matters
Nov 09, 2021
Women‘s Health Series: Heart health and habits. How you treat your heart today WILL make a difference for the future.
Nov 04, 2021
Women’s Health Series: Understanding cholesterol and how high cholesterol today may hurt you tomorrow
Nov 01, 2021
118:// Women‘s Health Series: High blood pressure in women what you need to know to decrease your risk
Oct 28, 2021
Women‘s Health Series: Are you a woman at risk for osteoporosis? What can you do about it?
Oct 26, 2021
Women’s Health Series: Do you know the 7 most common cancers affecting women? Listen in for lifestyle changes that can decrease your risk
Oct 21, 2021
115:// Mental health series wrap-up! What do all these health mental blocks have in common? They share the same solutions!
Oct 18, 2021
Let‘s talk negative body image and how it‘s harmful to your health
Oct 14, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Feeling stagnant with your health goals? This is part of the journey too.
Oct 12, 2021
Is all or nothing thinking hindering the health changes you are trying to make?
Oct 07, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: How to start making a health change when you are feeling overwhelmed
Oct 05, 2021
Fear of failing and not wanting to take a risk? 3 ways to combat this angst when it comes to YOUR health goals
Sep 30, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Decision Fatigue and how it hinders our health
Sep 28, 2021
Self-doubt and what to do about it so you can finally meet your health goals
Sep 23, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Let‘s stop comparing ourselves so that we can finally achieve our health goals
Sep 21, 2021
The top 4 ways we sabotage our health goals and what to do about it
Sep 16, 2021
105:// Health Tip Tuesday: Food mood and the Mediterranean Lifestyle Plan
Sep 14, 2021
Using S.M.A.R.T goals to achieve your health goals! Yes they are connected.
Sep 09, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Quick tips to increase water, manage nutrition, and increase physical activity
Sep 07, 2021
Welcome to our 100 the episode anniversary episode
Sep 02, 2021
Do you need some motivation today
Aug 31, 2021
Let's go on a supermarket tour!
Aug 26, 2021
You still have time to meet your health goals! Where are you at and what do you want to achieve.
Aug 24, 2021
Back to school tips for moms
Aug 19, 2021
Health tip Tuesday: Low carb diets
Aug 17, 2021
How our core beliefs hinder our health progress
Aug 12, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. Do you know your health numbers?
Aug 10, 2021
Starting where you are at for lasting behavior change: Six lessons I learned from NOT following this advice
Aug 05, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. Quick tips to start transitioning to plant based meals
Aug 03, 2021
What you need to know about sleep and overeating!
Jul 29, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Eating Out Tips to maintain your health as COVID restrictions start to ease
Jul 27, 2021
Grocery shopping with single use plastic bags! Is there a better alternative? Let's talk about reducing plastic in July.
Jul 21, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Mindful vs. Mindless eating
Jul 20, 2021
Are you sabotaging your health goals with entitlement eating? Maybe? Listen in for the deets.
Jul 15, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. Do you need a daily multivitamin?
Jul 13, 2021
Are you an emotional eater? All things emotional eating in this episode.
Jul 08, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. All things organic. What do you need to know about organic food and how much do you need to buy?
Jul 06, 2021
Top three lessons I learned during my season of hardship and grief that continues to help me today!
Jul 01, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! 4 food related toxins to avoid.
Jun 29, 2021
Fluctuating Hormones got your crazy! Things you can do NOW to preserve your future health!
Jun 24, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Focusing on eye health and preserving future vision
Jun 22, 2021
80:// Self-care Series and Solutions Wrap-Up
Jun 17, 2021
Healthy Tuesday Tip - Making the decision to practice self-care. Are you ready?
Jun 15, 2021
Top four self-care excuses and what to do about them!
Jun 10, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday. Not all self-care is not equal. Let's talk about the difference between comfortable vs uncomfortable self-care.
Jun 08, 2021
Start here if you are ready to make yourself a priority right now!
Jun 03, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! What are some things to do for self-care? Listen in to find out!
Jun 01, 2021
Everything you need to know about the 10 principles of intuitive eating, the non-diet approach to eating!
May 27, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Rainbow of health! Eating a variety of foods to help decrease you risk of disease.
May 25, 2021
Confused about nutrition? These five nutrition facts can clear that up!
May 20, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Do I really need to eat breakfast? Find out now!
May 18, 2021
70:// Disordered Eating and Body Acceptance with Gabby Salamone, LCSW
May 13, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Spring Cleaning Your Kitchen and Cooking Routine
May 11, 2021
Celebrating the Non-Scale victories
May 06, 2021
Bonus Episode: The 3 Truths about long term weight loss
May 05, 2021
66:// Health Tip Tuesday! Doors are now OPEN for Whole Health Balance Blueprint. Listen in for the deets!
May 04, 2021
I want to improve my health but I can't seem to prioritize myself. Listen in for some reasons and what to do about it.
Apr 29, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: Meal Planning Made Easy!
Apr 27, 2021
3 Hacks to STOP making excuses and FINALLY take control of your health and fitness as busy women
Apr 22, 2021
62:// Real talk: Non diet Dietitians share ideas on why changing behavior is so hard with Andrea Heyman
Apr 20, 2021
Why you’re not losing weight after 40 and how to drop the extra pounds! Hint: it’s not dieting!
Apr 15, 2021
Is your eating out of control and know somethings gotta give?! Listen in.
Apr 13, 2021
My Secret to Kick starting your Health Plan after 40
Apr 08, 2021
How to create a routine for fitness and health that actually STICKS
Apr 07, 2021
Fear, Frustration, and Food Allergies
Apr 01, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: These foods could be linked to slowing down dementia risk! What are they?
Mar 30, 2021
55:// Curious about intuitive eating and want to become more in tune with your body? Come find out more with expert Jessika Brown.
Mar 25, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Craving Caffeine? I'm dropping knowledge bombs on your favorite morning drink.
Mar 23, 2021
How is ideal body weight or bmi important to your health? Are they necessary?
Mar 18, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Doing these 3 things can lower diabetes risk
Mar 16, 2021
Getting back on track when you feel like you have "gone off the rails" with your eating. Tips to feel more empowered to act!
Mar 11, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! All things fish! Wild vs. Farm Raised. What's the difference? Listen in for some schooling!
Mar 09, 2021
49:// Reconnecting the busy mind! All things meditation! What it is, how it benefits you, and how to get started with Jennifer Boileau
Mar 04, 2021
48:// Health Tip Tuesday! How to Master Weekend Eating.
Mar 03, 2021
47:// Ditch the good food vs. bad food mentality and find food freedom
Feb 25, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: The truth about snacking and building one that nourishes your body!
Feb 23, 2021
Emotional Eating: Most of us know what to do when it comes to losing weight and feeling hungry
Feb 18, 2021
Health tip Tuesday! How much protein do I need in a day?
Feb 16, 2021
Skin issues? Maybe you’re missing these nutrients
Feb 11, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday: How To sneak veggies into your family's meals
Feb 09, 2021
41:// 4 Ways to fit exercise into your schedule
Feb 04, 2021
40:// Health Tip Tuesday: What you need to know about portion sizes
Feb 02, 2021
39:// Weight loss is NOT the answer to loving your body after 40
Jan 28, 2021
38:// Health Tip Tuesday. Confused about Inflammatory foods. Listen in for some basics!
Jan 26, 2021
36:// Dealing with low libido, crazy hormones, and inflammation?  We talk all about female libido with Dana Irvine
Jan 21, 2021
35:// Health Tip Tuesday. Failing with Fiber? Listen in to see why you need to make sure you are getting enough.
Jan 19, 2021
34:// Feeling embarrassed or shameful about the way your body looks?
Jan 14, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! What kind of oils should I be using?
Jan 12, 2021
32:// What you can learn from failed diets! How to stop being ashamed of the diets you have done, and start being grateful for what you have learned
Jan 07, 2021
Health Tip Tuesday! Four supplements that may help maintain your immunity!
Jan 05, 2021
New Year New You! Ditch the resolutions for smaller habits that meet you where you’re at.
Dec 31, 2020
29:// Knowing doesn’t equal doing! with lasting behavior change
Dec 25, 2020
Mammas take care of yourself this holiday season. 4 Ways to refill your cup
Dec 17, 2020
Believe it or Not! Your kids CAN eat better! Find out how with Andrea Heyman!
Dec 10, 2020
Can I really enjoy the PROCESS of creating change?
Dec 03, 2020
All about systems!  Learn how to simplify and add routine to your most challenging problem.
Nov 26, 2020
Navigating self-care during the holiday season, Covid 19 edition. The 7 new holiday rules
Nov 19, 2020
To weigh or not too weigh, that is the question
Nov 12, 2020
22:// Eat more plant-based foods. It’s good for you and the environment!
Nov 05, 2020
21:// Want to make a lasting change? Five ways to get you started.
Oct 29, 2020
Are you drinking enough water? Let’s find out.
Oct 22, 2020
Are you really “too busy”? Let’s find out.
Oct 15, 2020
Will my changing hormone levels make me gain weight? Listen in for some real talk!
Oct 08, 2020
Are these limiting beliefs are sabotaging your health success?Come find out.
Oct 01, 2020
Breaking through the fitness noise! Your common questions answered with Eliza (Spencer) Nelson.
Sep 24, 2020
Feeling heavy with the weight of the world, finding gratitude during COVID
Sep 18, 2020
5 Health Hacks for Women in their 40's
Sep 10, 2020
Create a PLAN for your health with me! Listen in!
Sep 03, 2020
Does your vagina need therapy with Dr. Lucinda Hayburn
Aug 27, 2020
Nine ways to start to eat more mindfully
Aug 20, 2020
The truth about alcohol use in women
Aug 13, 2020
Meal Prepping Made Easy: Strategies for Beginners
Aug 04, 2020
How do I help and challenge my picky eater, with Jenny Friedman
Jul 30, 2020
Bottling up feelings can derail health progress
Jul 23, 2020
How to start moving, recommendations and tips to get you started
Jul 16, 2020
All you need to know about balancing nutrition
Jul 09, 2020
Self-care doesn't have to be so hard with Dr. Nancy Maguire
Jul 02, 2020
3//: The healthy mom trifecta: self-care, balanced nutrition, movement
Jun 23, 2020
2:// Let’s let go of perfection
Jun 23, 2020
Background and Mission of Whole Health Empowerment Project Podcast
Jun 18, 2020