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Robyn Stewart is a Registered Nurse with a strong passion for nutrition and healthy living. She has created YQL Nutrition with the sole purpose of helping people reach their nutrition goals. YQL Nutrition is designed to support individuals in their pursuit of healthy eating while leading a busy and active lifestyle. We also offer customized nutrition programs that are tailored to each person's individual goals. Robyn has her Precision Nutrition Level One Certification, NCI Level One & Two Certification, NCI Hormone Specialist Certification

04/01/2026

You know what’s a real flex?

Not waiting to feel motivated.

Showing up when you’re tired.

Following through when no one’s watching.

Doing the things you said you would - especially when you don’t feel like it.

Here’s the truth:
If you wait for motivation, you’ll be waiting forever.

Motivation doesn’t create action… action creates motivation.

Once you start doing the things that move you closer to your goals, the energy, the sense of control, and the results you create become the real motivation✨

That’s what keeps you showing up again and again.

Let this be a reminder to stop waiting for motivation, and instead start acting, because you know whats waiting for you on the other side 🔥

Drop a 🔥 if you’re showing up for you today!!!

03/31/2026

Your hormones might play a part in your weight gain (or inability to lose weight) but not in the way you may think 🤔

Hormones don’t directly cause fat gain.
BUT they absolutely influence how you feel - and that’s where things get harder 👇

😴 Disrupted sleep 👉more hunger, more cravings, low energy
😩 Mood changes 👉 less motivation to move, cook, or train
🥱 Fatigue 👉 everything feels harder than it should

These experiences are VERY real - and this is where hormone therapy can be incredibly supportive 💡

But here’s the part most people miss…
If you want to actually see fat loss, you need to support your hormones with your daily habits 🧠⬇️

✔️ Eat in the right calorie range for your goals
🍗 Prioritize protein (needs increase every decade after your 30s)
🏋️‍♀️ Strength train to maintain muscle (this directly impacts your metabolism)
🚶‍♀️ Move your body daily - steps matter WAY more than you think

Because the truth is…

The less muscle you have >>> the less food you can eat to maintain or lose weight.

So yes - in perimenopause your hormones are fluctuating

And in menopause, your hormonal landscape has changed

And this can make weight loss goals more challenging …
✨ But you are NOT stuck
✨ Your body is not broken
✨ You just need an approach that works for YOUR stage of life

Save this if you needed the reminder ❤️ We are here to support you!

03/26/2026

If I had to pick ONLY 5 habits to support your hormones - and actually move the needle on fat loss - these would be it:

Because it’s not about doing more
It’s about doing the right things consistently.

✔️Strength train regularly - 3–4x/week
Builds muscle, improves metabolism, boosts insulin sensitivity, and helps your body burn fat more efficiently…even at rest.

✔️Eat enough protein - 0.8–1.2g per lb of GOAL body weight (30–40g per meal)
Supports muscle growth and repair, balances blood sugar, and keeps you full so cravings don’t sabotage your progress.

✔️Balance your blood sugar -meals with protein + fiber + healthy fats every 3–5 hours
Prevents spikes and crashes that trigger cravings, excess fat storage, and energy dips.

✔️Prioritize sleep - 7+ hours/night with a consistent sleep/wake schedule and a bedtime routine.
Poor sleep raises hunger hormones, worsens insulin sensitivity, and makes fat loss harder (think grumpy, tired, and increased cravings when sleep is low)

✔️Set boundaries with stress - 10–20 mins/day of walking, breathwork, or downtime
Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which can disrupt recovery, gut health, hormone balance, and your ability to lose fat.

These habits aren’t trendy or a quick fix .
But they are the foundation for fat loss and they support hormone health significantly!

Fat loss isn’t just about eating less.
It’s about creating sustainable lasting habits to support your health a body that works with you. 💪

Follow along for more fat loss and health tips for real life!

03/24/2026

A common belief out there is that it is normal for our health and body composition to decline with age due to changes in hormones and metabolism…

And while changes do happen, how you support your body is what actually determines how you look and feel.

Yes … hormones do change as we age, and can impact how we feel in a very real way - and this is where hormone therapy can be so valuable!

But they are not the only solution.

You need an approach that supports your phase of life.

➡️Lift weights to build muscle, protect your bones, and stay strong.

➡️Eat enough protein to support your metabolism, lean muscle, and recovery.

➡️Move your body regularly - SO underrated - if you are working out but have less than 7,000 daily steps - this one change can be SO impactful in both fat loss, maintaining a lean body, and feeling better both mentally and physically

➡️sprinkle in cardio a couple times a week for your heart health, rather than killing yourself with daily cardio

➡️Prioritize sleep like it matters (because it impacts everything - energy, hunger, hormones).

➡️Set boundaries so your energy isn’t constantly drained by things that don’t serve you.

Aging isn’t the problem.
We need to build resilient habits to support our body in all phases of health

It IS possible to thrive as you age !
Let’s redefine what getting older actually looks like 💪

03/20/2026

Eating out doesn’t have to sabotage your goals !

You don’t need perfect - you just need some strategies to navigate!

SWIPE 👉👉👉for tips on how to stay “on track” while dining out!!!

More Reminders include:
• Building your meal around protein
• Don’t show up starving
• Set a limit with alcohol
• Pack up leftovers -you dont need to “clean your plate”

Dont let ONE meal derail you! Remember, we want to focus on strategies that will serve us well beyond your fat loss phase.

Save 📌 this for your next meal out so you can enjoy your time while honoring your goals

If you’re looking for support to lose fat and NOT put your life on hold- check out the link in bio to schedule your free call to chat about how our program can support you 🤗

03/19/2026

Im 41 and leaner now than when i was in my 20s and 30s

Here are some food swaps that have helped me in my journey!
These swaps arent overly “restrictive” - but they are SO helpful for my goals and feeling my best - let me know if you give them a try 👇

1. 1 egg + toast + coffee for breakfast >>> ½ cup egg whites + 1egg with veggies made into an omelette, served with toast and coffee
- WAY more protein for minimal calories, keeps me feeling satisfied longer so Im not reaching for a snack 2hrs later

2.Flavoured yogurt >>> plain greek yogurt with frozen berries added
I microwave the berries or let sit overnight and this naturally flavours the yogurt while adding fiber and more protein!

3. Protein bars >>> Beef Jerky + piece of fruit
most protein bars leave me feeling bloated and unsatisfied afterwards - this combo is more satisfying without the bloat!

4. Snacking on crackers >>> adding deli meat, hummus, and veggies and cutting the cracker serving size in half -
this is more like a balanced mini meal that is WAY more satisfying and I am way less likely to mindlessly overeat!

5. Granola in my yogurt >>> bran buds or bran flakes in my yogurt
same crunch, WAY less calories, with bonus of added fiber to make sure my digestion is on point!

None of these feel like I am “missing something” but they are SO helpful for my long-term goals!

Save this post for your next grocery trip 📌 and follow my account for more helpful nutrition strategies for fat loss and health 🤗

03/17/2026

Unpopular truth that might sting 🐝 a little …

👉if I followed you around for the day, would it be obvious to me what your goals are based on what you are doing?!

Take a minute to let that sink in….

This post will probably get about 3 “likes” total LOL 🤣 but im ok with that, because it still needs to be said.

It isnt enough to simply say you have a goal or to WANT to achieve a goal - your ACTIONS are what dictate your results.

Goals are easy to say out loud.
Plans are easy to make.
But ex*****on? That’s where most people fall off.

You don’t get results from what you want - you get them from what you repeatedly do.
Your routines, your choices, your standards… they tell the real story.

Act like the person you want to become - if you want to be healthy and fit as you age, you need to ACT like the person who has already achieved this.

This is going to require some sacrifice, some discomfort, some NEW choices - because change doesnt happen by doing the same things.

So if you are truly ready to achieve that goal, Buckle Up Buttercup, and invest in YOU - sign up for a program, get rid of things that dont align with your goals, say no to things that dont serve you, welcome new habits that DO serve you, and watch yourself transform - amazing things are waiting on the other side of uncomfortable ✨

If this message resonated, please share so more people can hear it, this shift truly is a gamechanger 🫶

03/16/2026

Lets debunk some of these common dieting myths that are keeping you stuck ⬇️

❌ Carbs are NOT the enemy
❌ Eating after 7pm doesn’t sabotage your fat loss
❌ Fats dont make you fat
❌ Skipping meals isn’t a fat loss hack
❌ Intermittent fasting isn’t magic
❌ You can’t spot reduce fat
❌ “Eating clean” doesn’t guarantee a calorie deficit

The truth?
Fat loss comes down to consistently being in a calorie deficit over time. Not cutting out entire food groups, not chasing extreme methods, or striving for perfection.

That’s why sustainable results come from:
✔️ Balanced meals
✔️ Adequate protein
✔️ Strength training
✔️ Flexible and sustainable nutrition methods

You don’t need extreme rules. You need a strategy you can maintain.

If you’re looking to learn more about how to STOP falling victim to these dieting traps, book a free call to discuss how we can help with our coaching program - link is in my bio!

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