Episode Description:

Grab your weights and your whey protein, because in this solo episode, we’re diving into a topic that resonates deeply with many of us—why muscle mass is a necessity, particularly for women over 35. Together, we'll unpack the critical role of muscle in maintaining our metabolic health and how the inevitable hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause don't have to be a barrier to our strength and vitality.

Key Takeaways:

✅Discover how muscle mass directly influences your metabolic rate and plays a pivotal role in weight management as we age.

✅Learn why hormonal changes make strength training and protein intake crucial and how to adapt to these changes gracefully.

✅Explore the mental health benefits linked to muscle strength, including enhanced mood and extended life expectancy, with practical tips to integrate strength training into your life seamlessly.

✅Gain insights on how to optimize your protein intake and the significant impact of diversifying your protein sources for both muscle health and overall vitality.

✅Explore strategies to harmonize nutrition, exercise, stress management, and sleep to fortify muscle health and enrich your life holistically.

Embrace the strength within you. Integrating muscle health into your daily routine isn’t just about lifting weights—it's about lifting your spirits and enhancing your life at every level. Join me as we explore how simple changes can lead to significant gains in health, happiness, and longevity

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Ever realize it’s 3 PM and all you’ve had is coffee and maybe a handful of something from the pantry? It happens. Lunch tends to be the meal that gets skipped, rushed, or thrown together last minute. But if you’ve been feeling drained, distracted, or dealing with mid-afternoon cravings, what you eat midday could be making a bigger impact than you think.

In this solo episode, we’re talking about why lunch matters (especially for women over 35) and how to make it work when life is busy. I’ll share simple, high-protein meal ideas that don’t take forever to prep, tips for meal prep that actually fit into a packed schedule, and on-the-go options for those days when sitting down for lunch just isn’t happening.

✅ How a solid lunch can keep your energy steady and cravings in check.
✅ The easiest ways to get enough protein without overcomplicating it.
✅ Quick, realistic meal ideas for busy days—whether you prefer to meal prep or need something fast.
✅ Easy grab-and-go options for when you don’t have time to cook.
✅ Small shifts that make a big difference in how you feel by the end of the day.
✅ And so much more…

If lunch hasn’t been a priority, maybe it’s time to change that. It doesn’t have to be perfect—just something that works for you. A little planning goes a long way in keeping you fueled, focused, and feeling good.

Want to stress less and feel better? Grab my free guide on What To Eat to Manage Stress when you sign up for my Substack: jessicacording.substack.com

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📌Make sure to check out HiYo https://drinkhiyo.com/ Hiyo's mindful social tonics are mindfully crafted with organic adaptogens, natural nootropics, and functional botanicals to be the better-than-alcohol alternative

👉In this episode of Drama Free Healthy Living, host Jess Cording speaks with George Youmans, co-founder of HiYo, a non-alcoholic beverage company. George shares the origin story of HiYo, which was inspired by personal family struggles with alcohol-related issues and the lack of satisfying non-alcoholic alternatives.

They delve into the journey from concept to market, discussing the challenges of creating a delicious, functional drink packed with adaptogens, seeking funding, and overcoming production hurdles.

George also sheds light on the societal shift towards reduced alcohol consumption, the financial complexities of producing non-alcoholic beverages, and the importance of a supportive community in entrepreneurship.

With insights on maintaining balance and healthy living, this episode offers an inspiring look at innovation in the wellness industry.

🖋️ Some key points

(00:00) Introduction to the Podcast

(00:38) Meet George Yeomans: Co-Founder of Hyo

(03:23) The Origin Story of Hyo

(07:40) Challenges and Triumphs in Product Development

(13:15) Raising Funds and Market Reception

(22:31) Personal Reflections on Drinking Less

(28:07) Exploring Hyo's Product Line

(36:41) Industry Trends and Future Plans

(40:33) Final Thoughts and Farewell

🌎 Connect with George Youmans

LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-youmans-43428052

🎤 Podcast post-production by Seamless Multimedia

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/AQ9C5rFXUdE

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