Life In Wellness

02/08/2026

HR professionals — quick question.

You’re responsible for supporting employee health, engagement, and retention…
but you’re not expected to be a nutritionist, hormone expert, or health coach. (Nor should you be.)

Yet here’s what many HR teams are quietly up against:

• Most wellness benefits are underutilized
• Many employees don’t know what’s included
• Women in midlife are struggling in silence
• Burnout and disengagement show up after productivity drops

The data is clear:
When employees work with a qualified health coach for 6 months, participation rises, adherence improves, and measurable health outcomes follow — especially when support is visible, local, and human.

The difference isn’t more benefits.
It’s boots-on-the-ground support that helps employees actually use what you already offer.

Imagine a wellness partner who:
✔ Complements your benefits (not replaces them)
✔ Reduces HR burden instead of adding to it
✔ Improves engagement, confidence, and follow-through
✔ Supports women’s health proactively — without singling anyone out

Because compliance checks boxes.
Support changes outcomes.

💬 HR friends — what’s your biggest challenge with wellness engagement right now?

Is this resonating?
Check out my most recent article below.

There's more over on LinkedIn!j. Check out the survey;
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/lifeinwellness_quick-question-for-working-women-and-the-ugcPost-7426284876997353472-iZOt?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABuKx6YBG5PeIJ5qcgYANN5TSJzSErOX2o8

Discover how hands-on, local wellness support helps working women feel better, engage more, and thrive—without adding strain to HR teams.

01/09/2026

💥 Today is QUITTERS DAY 💥

Where are my GEN X, Peri and menopause warriors?

You're not a quitter.
But does your body send that message?

Some days, your body feels like it’s betraying you.
Energy crashes.
Weight won’t move.
Sleep is light, broken, or nowhere to be found.

Hormones feel like they’re running the show — and that’s not you.
You have an empire to build, a business to run, a family to manage... a grandchild to chase and lift high in the air.

You’ve tried a lot…

✅ Supplements?
IM NOT HERE TO SELL YOU PLEXUS. (although i can)
You don’t need the trendy stack your pastor’s wife swears by. 🙄
I can guide you to support hormones and liver,
but if magnesium isn’t there, your body won’t absorb or use it effectively. 💊

✅ Eating better?
IM NOT HERE TO SELL YOU A MEAL PLAN.
No single diet works for everyone. 🥦🥩
I can help you create nutrition that actually supports your hormones,
but without magnesium as the foundation, your body won’t respond the way you hope.

✅ Pushing harder?
IM NOT HERE TO SHAME YOU INTO THE GYM. 💪❌
Extra workouts can stress your body more.
I can guide energy-smart movement,
but without magnesium, fatigue and frustration just keep piling up.

✅ Drinking more water or trying a detox tea? 💧
Yes, hydration and herbal support help — I can even blend it for you!
But without magnesium, your metabolism, liver function, and hormone balance can’t fully benefit.

✅ Trying mindfulness or meditation? 🧘‍♀️
Stress-busting helps — I can guide routines that work for your life.
But without magnesium, your nervous system stays in overdrive — calm only goes so far.

✅ Cutting sugar? 🍫🚫
Cravings, crashes, and hormone chaos still show up — even if you’re eating “clean.”
Every step your body takes to process sugar needs magnesium.
Magnesium activates the enzymes that turn sugar into energy. ⚡
It helps insulin move sugar into your cells efficiently. 🩸➡️💪
Too much sugar can drain your magnesium stores, leaving your body stuck in a cycle of cravings, fatigue, and hormonal imbalance. 🔄
Bottom line: You can’t outsmart sugar without the mineral foundation your body needs. 💛

✅ Tracking macros, calories, or points? ⚖️
I can guide choices that actually support hormones and liver detox.
But without magnesium, your body doesn’t metabolize it effectively.

💡 Here's The Truth: Magnesium isn’t “just another supplement.”
It’s the foundation your body needs for energy, hormones, sleep, metabolism, and supporting detoxification pathways. Over 300 functions!

Without it → nothing sticks.
With it → everything starts working. ✨

You’ve probably seen all the advice… what magnesium to take for what, which form, how much, when. 🌀

If you’re overwhelmed and not sure where to start…
Wouldn’t a nutritionist trained in dietary supplements and herbalism be the perfect place to take your questions? 💛

💬 Connect with me (link in bio) or click here to learn more https://www.lifeinwellness.life/blog/why-magnesium-might-be-the-missing-link-to-your-health-struggles

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Struggling with sleep, muscle cramps, mood swings, or fatigue? Magnesium is often the missing piece of the puzzle. Learn why this vital mineral is overlooked, how it supports your health, and why the right type matters. Find out how magnesium glycinate and citrate can make all the difference for you

01/07/2026

🚨 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 + 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 = 𝐬𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐧.

Anyone else see it all over the news? Flu season in full swing.
At the first sign of illness, do you run to the drugstore, or your pantry?

Here’s how we support our immune system at the very first sign — with evidence-backed elderberry syrup. 💜

Quick science note for anyone thinking: “My doctor said don’t stimulate my immune system” — I hear you. Here’s the nuance:

Elderberry doesn’t turn your immune system into overdrive in 𝗁𝖾𝖺𝗅𝗍𝗁𝗒 𝖺𝖽𝗎𝗅𝗍𝗌.

Clinical trials show it primarily helps modulate the immune response early on, so your body clears the virus efficiently.

It’s supportive, not extreme, and timing matters — take it at first symptoms, not for weeks on end.

For people with serious autoimmune conditions or specific medical guidance, always follow your doctor’s instructions.

📚 For reference: Sambucus nigra studies show shortened duration and reduced severity of cold- and flu-like symptoms when taken at onset https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15080016/

This is about smart, evidence-informed support, not constant immune stimulation.

Take action early, stay safe, and keep it simple. ✨

You don't have to keep a bottle in the fridge, just waiting for illness to strike. Keep a DIY kit on hand. all you need is local honey. (store brands are NOT made with beneficial LOCAL honey).

⒪⒭⒟⒠⒭ ⒴⒪⒰⒭ ⒦⒤⒯ ⒣⒠⒭⒠: https://www.lifeinwellness.life/coastalleaf/p/elderberrysyrup

Elderberry has been used in folk medicine for centuries to treat influenza, colds and sinusitis, and has been reported to have antiviral activity against influenza and herpes simplex. We investigated the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry syrup for treating influenza A and B infections. Sixty pa...

01/03/2026

💛 We’re Carrying Love Forward — Will You Join Us?

Our tea community has always shown up when it matters most, and today we’re asking for your support once again.

We’ve created a fundraiser called Carrying Love Forward to help my family cover cremation expenses after the loss of my uncle, Jeff Fritz, following a 2½-year battle with brain and lung cancer.

✨ 100% of proceeds from this fundraiser tea purchase go directly to Jeff's sons to use towards cremation and memorial.
No overhead. No percentages held back. Just love, care, and community in action.

Ways to help:
☕️ Buy a fundraiser tea blend
💝 Choose Support Without Sipping
🕊 Donate directly to the funeral home
📣 Share this post to extend the reach

Every cup brewed and every share helps lighten the load during a difficult season.

👉 Support the fundraiser here: https://www.lifeinwellness.life/carryingloveforward

Thank you for being part of a community that leads with heart. 🤍

Join the community in honoring Jeffrey L. “Jeff” Fritz, who passed after a 2½-year battle with cancer. Support his sons, JJ and Tristan, through the Carrying Love Forward fundraiser with tea purchases, donations, or prayers. Every act of kindness helps ease the burden during this difficult time...

12/30/2025

I had one of those “aha” moments recently… standing at my sink and staring under it.

Full of sprays, wipes, powders, and special cleaners for every surface.

And it hit me: the average home spends hundreds of dollars a year on these products — $400-800! - and many contain endocrine-disrupting chemicals that can affect your hormones.

Perimenopause already puts our bodies on high alert. Combine that with chemical exposure, and it can show up as:

hot flashes

low libido

allergies

headaches, and more

This image says it all: me, running from the hidden toxins under my sink! 🏃‍♀️💨

If you’ve tried eating better, sleeping more, and still feel off — maybe it’s not just your diet. Maybe it’s what’s in your environment.

I wrote an article about it — how simple swaps can dramatically reduce toxic load, protect your hormones, and even help your energy, health, and yes… your schmex life.

✨ Check it out here: https://www.lifeinwellness.life/blog/endocrinedisruptingcleaningproducts

If this resonates, I’d love to hear your thoughts — or we can chat about what swaps make the most sense for your home and hormones.

Discover how everyday cleaning products can impact your hormones during perimenopause and beyond. Learn simple Norwex swaps to reduce endocrine disruptors, hot flashes, allergies, and low libido — and reclaim energy, health, and balance.

12/19/2025

NAFLD often shows up quietly at first—fatigue, bloating, or a little extra weight around the middle. But it’s far from harmless: up to 30% of women over 40 have it, and high sugar intake in all forms drastically increases your risk. 🍩➡️🫀

Funny how life comes full circle… We spent decades baking, cooking, and serving our families all the sweet treats we loved—and now here we are, the ones trying to eat less sugar ourselves. 🍪❤️

Sugar feels good. That little hit of dopamine makes us feel like everything’s okay… at least for a minute. But too much, for too long, can wreak havoc on your liver, hormones, energy, and cravings—especially for women over 40 dealing with NAFLD or hormonal struggles.

That’s why I’m sharing the 13th Annual Quit Sugar Summit (Jan 12–18, 2026). No deprivation. No obsession. Just real strategies to take back control—and finally let sugar stop running the show.

Fun story: I first learned these life-changing insights from Dr. Robert Lustig when he lectured at my nutrition school, and I’ve been sharing them ever since.

💡 It’s free, virtual, and the first step to feeling like yourself again.

Link to register; https://lnkd.in/gnr7Gx9s

12/18/2025

✨ The Truth About Collagen: Why Protein and Collagen Matter During Perimenopause ✨

Perimenopause is a hormone rollercoaster — and your skin, nails, and joints notice first. Collagen, along with adequate protein, supports:

Skin elasticity and hydration

Nail strength and growth

Joint comfort and flexibility

Bone and connective tissue health

Not all collagen is created equal. Knowing which type to take, how much, and how to pair it with the right nutrients can make a real difference.

Our latest guide breaks it down in simple, actionable terms — food, supplementation, and what really matters for women navigating perimenopause.

🔗https://www.lifeinwellness.life/blog/why-collagen-matters-during-perimenopause

Because healthy skin, nails, and joints don’t happen by accident — they happen with the right support.

Learn why collagen is essential for your skin and nails during perimenopause, how to support it with diet and supplements, and practical tips from a holistic nutritionist to thrive through hormonal changes.

12/17/2025

If you’re Gen X you may be battling these fears!

Peri and Menopause warriors 💛 it’s Char, and I’m your gal!

And I want to talk about the fears that keep popping up lately—because I’m hearing them everywhere… and if I’m honest, I’ve felt every single one myself.

Have you noticed these creeping in?

“What if I’m always this exhausted?”
You wake up tired. Night sweats. Sleep that doesn’t feel like sleep. By mid-morning, you’re already wondering how you’ll make it through the day—coffee in hand, hope running low.

“What if my body is just… stuck like this?”
The bloating. The inflammation. Jeans that used to fit laughing at you from the drawer. You barely recognize the woman in the mirror and quietly wonder if this is just how it is now.

“What if cravings always win?”
You swear you’ll do better tomorrow… and then afternoon hits. Sugar calls your name. Chips whisper sweet nothings. The guilt after is worse than the craving itself.

“What if I’ve become this moody, scattered version of myself?”
Snappy. Tearful. Numb. Overwhelmed by things that never used to knock you sideways. And that scary thought creeps in: Is this just me now?

“What if nothing works anymore?”
You’ve tried diets. Workouts. Supplements. Doctor visits. You keep being told it’s “just age” or handed another pill that makes you feel worse. And you start to wonder if you’re broken.

And maybe the quietest fear of all…
“What if my spark is gone?”
Energy. Confidence. Libido. Joy. That fire that made you you. You miss her—and you’re scared she’s not coming back.

Here’s what I want you to hear, clearly and gently:

💛 You are not lazy.
💛 You are not broken.
💛 You are not failing.

You’re navigating hormone shifts, stress, inflammation, and a nervous system that’s been running on overdrive for years. And most plans were never designed for this season of life.

That’s why I keep coming back to the Plexus Reset—not as a magic fix, but as a starting point.

It’s a 3-day nutritionally supported fast designed to:
✔ calm inflammation
✔ stabilize blood sugar
✔ quiet cravings
✔ rest the gut
✔ reboot energy
✔ and help your metabolism remember how to work with you again

In clinical studies, participants lost an average of 5.36 lbs in 3 days.
Personally? I lost 6+ lbs, dropped the bloat, and felt my energy come back online.

But the real win wasn’t the scale—it was the momentum.

And that’s where I’m different.

I don’t hand you a box and disappear.
I guide you through it, support you during it, and help you build a plan after it—so results don’t vanish the minute life happens.

✨ If you want to feel better—not punished
✨ If you want structure and flexibility
✨ If you want support without pressure or pitching

This might be your next right step.

So I’ll ask you gently:

👉 Is this the season your story changes?
👉 What fear hit closest to home?

And here’s the beautiful part — you get to choose your timing.

You can do this now, before Christmas, so your energy is up, cravings are quieter, and you’re not white-knuckling your way through every gathering…

OR you can tuck it away for that cold, quiet January day, when the decorations are down, the house is still, and you’re sitting there thinking, “Why did I eat like that for six weeks?” ❄️☕️

Either way, the Reset meets you where you are.
It’s not about perfection — it’s about having a plan when you’re ready.

So whether you’re feeling the nudge now, or you want a smart safety net waiting for you later… this is a powerful way to support your body through a season that asks a lot of us.

And when you’re ready — I’m right here. 💛

✨ And right now, there’s a little holiday magic happening… ✨

From December 3–31, 2025, new VIPs can get the Plexus Reset FREE with an order of 100 PV+ and an annual membership.

That means you can:
✔ grab products you were likely going to use anyway
✔ have the Reset ready now or waiting for January
✔ and head into the new year with an actual plan — not regret

No pressure. No scrambling later. Just a smart option if the timing feels right.

If you want details, message me.
If you’re ready, I’ll walk you through it. 💛

You don’t have to decide everything today — just don’t ignore the nudge if it’s tapping you on the shoulder.

Learn more and SHOP here: https://plexusworldwide.com/product/reset?culture=en-US

12/16/2025

🌿 𝐋𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 — 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬… 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐭𝐨𝐨?

Many conventional household cleaners contain chemicals that are known endocrine disruptors — substances that can interfere with your body’s hormone signaling and have been linked to issues like fertility problems, thyroid disruption, metabolic changes, and more. These chemicals can mimic or block hormones, even at tiny doses.

Studies show our homes — especially dust and indoor air — can contain dozens of these compounds from everyday cleaners.

That’s exactly why I choose Norwex — powerful cleaning without the chemical cocktail.

✨ Norwex is offering a HUGE sale starting TODAY at noon — 15–40% off select items.
✨ 𝐏𝐥𝐮𝐬, 𝐈’𝐦 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $99 (𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭).

Whether you want to:
✔️ reduce chemical burden in your home
✔️ support overall hormonal balance
✔️ replace toxin-laden cleaners with something effective and safer

…this is a great time to make the switch.

Comment CLEAN or send a message — I’ll help you shop the sale and snag your free EnviroCloth! 🧼💛

SHOP HERE, remember, the sale starts at noon.
https://www.norwex.com/charroberts



Char Roberts
Independent Norwex Consultant

12/11/2025

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