Westcoast Nutrition

11/11/2025

Maybe its just me, but…I’m tired of long lists of delicious things the internet wants me to give up because I’m over 40.

You can keep the coffee- but time it & doctor it up according to your goals, instead of auto-piloting when you order at Starbucks.

I’d LOVE to know- what’s one favourite treat the internet nutrition police will pry out of your cold-dead-hands?⬇️

10/18/2025

What these “normal” labs actually told me ⬇️

Yes, technically these numbers are all in the typical ranges…

But the missing piece keeping her (and you) stuck feeling “off”?

Labs are meant to be interpreted as a picture or puzzle together, not in isolation.

And when we look at that Fasting Insulin and Glucose, something is off that impacts hunger and weight loss HUGELY.

How much insulin we’re pumping out per little glucose molecule is a key signal of insulin resistance. And in this case, her HOMA-IR (a ratio we use to estimate this from those numbers) was 3.2.🚩🚩🚩

Anything above 1.9 is considerered early, and over 2.9 significant. Ouch.

No wonder her regular workouts, healthy meals and longtime effort weren’t paying off in seeing her jeans fit again or be able to go 2 hours without a ton of food noise.

Plus - that Vitamin D gives us an extra opening to make things easier. Getting over 100 makes a big dent in insulin sensitivty, weight and even longevity.

✅ There are targeted nutrition, lifestyle and even medical supports that we can tap in to when we know what’s happening under that hood.

Her base was great -but the balance wasn’t working for the metabolism she was working with.

Think of it like using your friend’s trendy acne fighting chemical peel on your inflamed, eczema prone skin - its not bad, its a bad fit *for you*.

Are you struggling to see results despite doing all the right things too?

That’s where I come in.✨

After 17+ years working with women across the spectrum of age and metabolic health (and being in the 40+ club myself) - I can spot a red flag that’s stalling your progress with weight, energy or gut health from a mile away, and give you the tools to move forward.

Book The Nutrition Reset Session ASAP (2 spots left for next week)⬇️
This initial nutrition audit will leave you with a clear food + supplement action plan designed to bust you out of “what the F to do” overwhelm and clear on how to start feeling like yourself again.

If you’re in BC, NS or Yukon - Book yours at the link in my bio 🔗 today.

10/01/2025

Spoiler alert...that 5g scoop of Creatine probably isn't cutting it if you're over 35 and taking it for mental energy, mood, brain fog or getting the results you deserve from those workouts.

Thrive Talks is back - and Sasha and I dug in to what creatine actually does (no, it won't turn you in to 90's Arnold Schwarzenegger), the brand new research on its impact on brain function, plus how to avoid the tummy troubles and pitfalls that come with taking it the gym-bro way.
https://www.youtube.com/live/2V0VeeBWQeQ?si=1Uwa-NhBhHVlVqPS

Plus, a cameo from the real boss around here - Loki. Follow the link below for both the video and super skimmable FAQs straight from our chat:
https://westcoastnutrition.ca/creatine-for-women-over-35/

Credit to my ALWAYS magical cohost and Thrive Co-Coach - Sasha Myers for hosting us.

Sasha and Michelle are back at it with a Thrive Talks session you can't miss. Feeling exhausted, unfocused, foggy, or like your workouts just paying off? We'...

06/14/2025

🥊 Fibre beats counting calories for fat loss after 40 (Seriously).

The catch?

Getting enough fibre (25+g per day for women) seems to target* visceral* fat specifically.
➡️ That hard-to-budge weight around the middle that makes your jeans snug and increases your risk of diabetes, heart disease and even cancer.

❌ And no — you don’t need a full diet overhaul to start seeing results in how things fit and how you feel.

Swipe for simple, realistic ways to build fibre into your meals — one small change at a time.

📌 Save this guide to build your list — or share with a friend who’s tired of googling “how to lose belly fat after 40.”

Have a healthy, happy week friends.

06/13/2025

Keep the leggings but ditch the weeknight dinner stress…
You’re not alone if food’s feeling hard.
You’re not failing because it’s not perfect.

You’re just missing a plan that fits your life (and body) now — not the version of you from 10 years ago.

Wondering what the heck to make when your brain’s down to its last two cells, everyone’s hungry, and your fridge is basically vibes and wilted lettuce?
(I thought you’d never ask 😉)

Get the Emergency Meals Guide — quick, realistic, RD-approved meals to get through the busiest weeks without crashing (or cursing the lack of groceries) at 5pm.

📍https://westcoastnutrition.myflodesk.com/emergmealsinspo

05/12/2025

You’re not out of willpower — your blood sugar needs help getting balanced.

Perimenopause changes how your body responds to food, stress, and skipped meals… thanks to insulin resistance and elevated stress hormones.

…but most women never get taught how to eat for this new phase of life.

The good news?

You don’t have to give up sourdough or live off of nothing but protein shakes, chicken and broccoli to feel better *this summer*.

When you stabilize your blood sugar and restore insulin sensitivity ➡️ you regulate your neurochemicals, energy, and appetite naturally — and the feel-good-in-your-skin results follow.

💬 Want to know what this looks like for your body and schedule?

I’ll help you build a plan that fits your hormones, energy, and real life. And if you have extended benefits - you can likely get reimbursed for some of that journey to feeling good.

✨ Apply now:
https://westcoastnutrition.ca/

04/17/2025

Don’t skip the trick to make these changes *actually* happen ⬇️

Capitalize on being a social animal - humans do WAY better at behaviour change when they do it with support and knowing others are cheering them on.
(So tell me which you’re working on in that poll!)

Don’t forget to follow for more real-life friendly women’s nutrition advice ✨

03/18/2025

Here’s your official invite to do more than just *survive* perimenopause and raise money for women’s health research in Canada while you’re at it.

and I are beyond thrilled to have the incredible coming to speak to our Thrive After 35 group and we’ve opened the doors to the public for this special session.

Each $10 ticket goes straight to the Women’s Health Research Institute ( ) to fund much-needed studies right here in BC.

This is a cause close to my heart - I’d be SO honoured if you joined us Monday, or if you took a moment to share this post to help us reach more women and raise more money.

REGISTER HERE:
https://westcoastnutrition.practicebetter.io/ #/6272fdc7106f0c105e457110/bookings?s=67bc02cfa513a31171108c04&in=67c260429a404da5f869bc77

01/25/2025

Less than 6 hrs left to join us! (And don’t miss #4, she’s life-changing ❤️)

Seriously, Sasha and I both sent each other wildly excited voice memos when these two guests agreed to meet with our members.


While we both have 100’s of clients, endless papers reviewed and a combined 30+ years of experience working with women just like you between us (don’t do the math on how old we are - skincare saves all) - we knew that getting other trustworthy and empathetic voices was essential so you had the tools you needed to thrive in perimenopause instead of just surviving it.

This is your chance to ask all the TMI questions of the experts in a fun & shame-free space, and get personalized feedback about what to focus on for food, fitness and health.

While you absolutely can do this alone, you’ll feel healthy and strong faster (and with way more fun) with the Thrive After 35 community on your side.

Comment THRIVE so I can send you all the program details before doors close *tonight* ✨

12/23/2024

Shirts finally fitting and no food FOMO? Its the wish list you didn’t know you needed👇

My 1-on-1 coaching programs all start at 4 months, and before the end of that time this lovely human…

🎄 Realized she wasn’t even thinking about food during the day after fighting constant food noise

🎄 Felt comfy in her clothes - something she hadn’t felt in 25 years (pre-kiddos)

🎄 Stopped snacking every night without a fight - the urge was gone and occasional cravings easily satisfied

🎄 Slipped her engagement ring on and off easily after not wearing it for the last couple years

🎄 Went in to the holiday food sh*t show with zero worries - she felt *that* confident in her habits and mindset.

You get there easier and faster when you don’t do this alone.

If you’re ready to stop feeling tired and uncomfortable in your body, then I would love to guide and support you.

Accepting new clients in BC, WA, and Yukon. Apply here:
🔗https://westcoastnutrition.practicebetter.io/ #/6272fdc7106f0c105e457110/forms?f=6313bea2a041f71463bba395