Health by Design

02/23/2026

Feel More Energized, Confident, and Supported in Your Wellness Journey

If you have been craving a more personalized, whole-person approach to healthy weight and vitality, you don't have to navigate it alone.

For over 30 years, I've helped women reconnect with their bodies through natural, practical strategies that support metabolism, energy, and long-term well being, without restrictive dieting or one-size-fits-all plans.

My 3 month Total Transformation program Offers:

+ A personalized wellness plan tailored to your goals
+ Supportive supplements
+ Weekly check-ins for encouragement and accountability
+ Continuous guidance via phone, text, or video
+ Maintenance support to help you build sustainable habits

If you are ready for a compassionate, customized approach that honors your whole self, I'd love to support you.

Call or text to schedule your consult. 717.556.8103

02/20/2026

When digestion feels off, we often instinctively examine our food: What did I eat? What should I avoid? What’s out of balance? However, beneath these considerations lies a more fundamental question that your body is asking: Am I safe right now?

This question is not just metaphorical. Your nervous system and digestive system are constantly communicating, assessing risk, and adjusting their functions accordingly. When the body senses safety, it allows digestion to proceed smoothly. Conversely, when it feels threatened, it shifts its focus to protection instead.

Here are a few ways in which this sense of safety, or the lack of it, affects gut health:

1. Meal timing and unpredictability
When meals are skipped or crammed between obligations, the body notices more than just the lack of food -- it also recognizes the irregular eating pace. When there is no consistent rhythm, the gut may struggle to prepare for digestion. Eating during regular time windows can help signal to your body when to expect nourishment, making it easier for your digestive system to function effectively.

2. Environment matters more than we think
Eating a supportive meal is one thing, but doing so while distracted, driving, or feeling tense is quite another. Although digestion may still occur, the overall state of your system is affected. The gut functions better in environments where you can relax your shoulders and breathe deeply.

3. The stories we tell ourselves while eating
If you’re eating something while feeling guilty, hesitant, or ashamed, your nervous system is affected. Self-criticism can trigger the same stress pathways in your body as physical threats do. For proper digestion, it’s essential to feel at ease and give yourself permission to receive food, not just to have it present.

4. Your system keeps score
When the gut is frequently required to digest food during periods of stress, it can become increasingly sensitive over time. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the gut is damaged; it may simply indicate that it has been working hard for an extended period without adequate support.

5. Safety isn’t always logical
You can be technically fine and still feel uneasy. The gap between rational thought and physical sensation is worth acknowledging. Often, your intuition reacts to subtle patterns you’ve learned to overlook.

Safety encompasses not only emotional aspects but also physiological ones. Digestion does not inquire about your wellness practices; instead, it considers how your system feels while engaging in them. This question, more than any food rule, often determines the depth of nourishment.

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02/19/2026

Most people are familiar with the feeling of fatigue. It’s not a theoretical concept; rather, it manifests in the physical heaviness of waking up without feeling rested, the mental fog that occurs in the afternoon, and the gradual disconnection from activities that once felt energizing. Yet, the typical response to this fatigue is often self-blame or a relentless push toward productivity.

But what if fatigue isn’t a sign of personal failure? What if it’s actually a message that your body is trying to communicate to you?

This message isn’t meant to shame you or bring you down. Instead, it aims to help you recognize what you might be silently carrying, whether that’s metabolic, emotional, or something else entirely.

Let’s explore a few perspectives:

**1) Blood sugar isn’t only about sugar.**

When you experience a slump in energy around 3pm, it’s easy to believe that you’re simply feeling mentally fatigued. However, these energy dips are often linked to physiological factors. A breakfast that’s too light, coffee consumed on an empty stomach, or missing protein at lunch can lead to crashes that stem from blood sugar instability. Your body is craving more steady fuel, not just an extra boost of motivation.

**2) Chronic stress changes what “tired” means.**

If your body and mind have been under constant stress, you might experience a feeling of being “wired but tired.” This is your nervous system operating in a heightened state. While cortisol keeps you alert and functioning, your deeper energy reserves are quietly depleting.

**3) Mineral depletion doesn’t show up as a single symptom.**

Low levels of magnesium, sodium, or potassium may not always be obvious. They can manifest as unrefreshing sleep, difficulty concentrating, or persistent muscle tension. Replenishing these essential minerals can subtly but noticeably improve energy levels, especially when combined with proper hydration and balanced meals.

**4) Some rest doesn’t register as rest.**

Sinking into the couch after a long day may feel relaxing, but if your mind remains active and alert, your body won’t fully relax. True rest can sometimes resemble boredom, quiet, and stillness -- exactly the things our culture encourages us to ignore.

Fatigue is not a flaw to fix; it’s a signal from your body that you should pay attention to. When you start viewing it as information rather than a problem, you may find it helpful to respond with curiosity instead of pressure. Over time, that curiosity can transform into genuine care for yourself.

02/17/2026

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02/11/2026

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There’s a moment, often in the late afternoon, when you realize you’ve gone a bit too long without eating. You’re not starving, exactly, but your brain feels foggy, your patience wears thin, and your energy feels shaky in a way that doesn’t match the task at hand. You’re still upright and ...

02/02/2026

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01/27/2026

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01/23/2026

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01/16/2026

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01/15/2026

Health by Design is your solution to stubborn weight and balancing blood sugar levels with natural solutions and healthy lifestyle changes. With over 30 years of clinical experience, we get results!
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01/15/2026

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