Your body always knows. The question is: are you listening before it has to scream?
For years, I ignored the signs. The brain fog. The fatigue. The chronic hives and joint pain. I chalked it up to stress, age, hormones — all the usual suspects.
But my body was trying to tell me something deeper.
I was stuck in a loop of caring for everyone else — my patients, my family — while silently falling apart inside. It took me hitting a wall to realize: I couldn’t keep living this way.
What changed everything wasn’t some big overhaul. It was choosing to listen. To slow down. To support my body instead of ignoring it.
Unfortunately there were many years in between, trying to figure out why I was still feeling this way and seeing doctors who often made me feel like I wasn't seen or heard because my labs were "normal."
Four years later, I found a natural protocol with Yerba Maté extract, diverse plant fiber, and intermittent fasting. And within weeks, my body started responding:
- My blood sugar normalized
- My cholesterol came back into range
- My restless leg, leg cramps and inflammation improved
- My perimenopause symptoms faded - goodbye hot flashes
- I lost 30 lbs without even trying
But more than the numbers — I felt like me again. Clear, energized, calm.
You don’t need to hit a crisis to start caring for yourself. Your body is already speaking. The Rooted Reset is about finally listening and getting to the root cause.
Take 5 quiet minutes today and ask: What has my body been trying to tell me lately? What have I brushed aside?
Then choose one small way to respond. Maybe it’s resting. Hydrating. Saying no. Moving. Asking for support.
Tiny acts of care create powerful shifts.
If you're ready to start feeling better — I’d love to show you what worked for me.
No pressure. Just a real conversation about how I got my blood sugar, cholesterol, and symptoms back to balance — naturally, and without any diets or pills.
💛 This is just the beginning. Let’s get to the root of the matter and rebuild from the inside out.
Rachel xoxo
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You’re doing everything right — so why does your stomach feel off?
If you’ve recently added more fiber to your diet — whether through Balance or food — and now you’re feeling bloated, gassy, or just not quite right… you’re not alone.
In fact, it’s one of the most common (and temporary!) side effects of increasing fiber. Let’s break down why it happens, how to ease it, and why your body is actually saying “thank you.”
🚨 First, let’s bust the myth:
Bloating from fiber doesn’t mean it’s not working.
It means your body is adjusting. And that’s a good thing.
It means your body is adjusting. And that’s a good thing.
💡 What is fiber, really?
Fiber is the indigestible part of plant foods that helps regulate blood sugar, support digestion, feed good gut bacteria, and keep us full longer.
There are two main types:
- Soluble fiber: dissolves in water and forms a gel-like substance (great for slowing sugar absorption and binding cholesterol)
- Insoluble fiber: adds bulk and helps move things along (hello, regularity)
🌬️ Why fiber makes some people feel bloated or gassy
When you first increase fiber, your digestive system goes through a mini “bootcamp.” Your gut bacteria are being fed more than usual — and they’re partying hard (aka fermenting, which releases gas).
This shift can lead to:
- Temporary bloating
- Increased gas
- Mild cramping
Especially if you’re also changing your eating patterns or reducing processed foods.
✅ 5 Simple Tips to Reduce Fiber Bloat
1. Start low and slow.
By going slow you allow your body time to adjust.
By going slow you allow your body time to adjust.
2. Drink more water.
Fiber needs water to move through your system smoothly. Dehydration = stagnation = bloat.
Fiber needs water to move through your system smoothly. Dehydration = stagnation = bloat.
3. Stay consistent.
The more regularly you take it, the faster your body adapts.
The more regularly you take it, the faster your body adapts.
4. Pair with movement.
Even a short walk after meals can ease digestion and reduce pressure.
Even a short walk after meals can ease digestion and reduce pressure.
5. Give it time.
Most people notice bloating fades after 7–10 days. Stick with it.
Most people notice bloating fades after 7–10 days. Stick with it.
🧠 Why this phase is actually a good sign
That gassy, bloated feeling? It means your gut is waking up.
You're:
- Feeding beneficial bacteria
- Clearing out old buildup
- Resetting your blood sugar response
- Laying the groundwork for improved digestion, immunity, and mood
It’s not just about gut health — it’s about metabolic health.
✨ The bottom line?
Temporary bloat is a small price for long-term benefits like…
- Fewer cravings
- Balanced blood sugar
- A flatter belly over time
- Improved energy and digestion
- Long-term disease prevention
Your body is adjusting to a new normal — one that supports your health from the inside out.
💬 Want help figuring out your rhythm?
If you’re exploring intermittent fasting, fiber support, or just trying to feel better in your body — you’re not alone. This journey takes time, and every body responds a little differently.
You’re not doing it wrong. You’re doing something new — and your body is learning how to adjust.
Curious about adding a diverse, plant-based fiber supplement to your routine?
We’re happy to help you figure out what works best for your rhythm.
In wellness,
Rachel & Ed
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“It’s just part of getting older.”If I had a dollar for every time a woman over 50 was told that… I could fill a whole clinic with women who deserve better answers.
You wake up tired, even after a full night’s sleep.
Your weight feels harder to manage, especially around the belly.
You’ve started craving sweets more — even when you’re not hungry.
And your brain? It just doesn’t feel as sharp as it used to.
Your weight feels harder to manage, especially around the belly.
You’ve started craving sweets more — even when you’re not hungry.
And your brain? It just doesn’t feel as sharp as it used to.
Sound familiar?
You might assume this is just aging.
But it could be something deeper — something that affects over 88% of adults and often goes undiagnosed.
But it could be something deeper — something that affects over 88% of adults and often goes undiagnosed.
Insulin resistance.
🧬 What Is Insulin Resistance?
Insulin resistance happens when your body stops responding properly to insulin — the hormone that helps your cells absorb glucose (sugar) from your bloodstream.
When your body becomes resistant, glucose builds up in your blood. Over time, this can lead to prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, fatigue, inflammation, and even brain fog or mood swings.
But here’s the part most people aren’t told:
👉 Insulin resistance is often reversible.
👉 It’s not “just aging.”
👉 And it’s not your fault.
👉 Insulin resistance is often reversible.
👉 It’s not “just aging.”
👉 And it’s not your fault.
🧠 Why It Gets Missed (Especially in Women 50+)
Many of the early signs of insulin resistance overlap with what we’ve been taught to expect as “normal” with aging or perimenopause:
- Low energy
- Slow metabolism
- Cravings
- Brain fog
- Trouble losing weight
- Sleep disruption
So instead of being told there’s a root cause we can address…
We’re often handed a prescription, told to "watch our diet," or brushed off entirely.
We’re often handed a prescription, told to "watch our diet," or brushed off entirely.
As a former hospice nurse, I saw the end stages of what happens when metabolic health is ignored. But I also believe — with my whole heart — that it doesn’t have to be this way.
🌿 The First Step? Awareness.
If you’re reading this and nodding your head, here’s the truth:
You’re not too late.
You’re not broken.
And your body isn’t failing you — it’s asking for support.
You’re not broken.
And your body isn’t failing you — it’s asking for support.
There are natural, sustainable ways to become more insulin sensitive again.
That’s exactly what I share inside the Feel Great System™ — a simple protocol using intermittent fasting, a plant-based fiber supplement, and Yerba Mate extract.
That’s exactly what I share inside the Feel Great System™ — a simple protocol using intermittent fasting, a plant-based fiber supplement, and Yerba Mate extract.
But even before we go there, I want you to have the education and tools I wish more women had from the start.
📥 Download Your Free Checklist:
“10 Subtle Signs of Insulin Resistance (That Are NOT Just Aging)”
A quick, printable guide to help you spot what’s been dismissed or ignored — and what you can do next.
In wellness,
Rachel
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