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4 Things You Need to Know About Menopause & Skincare

I have always followed a strict skincare routine, inspired by my mother. Looking back, I realize I should have been more diligent with sunscreen, but who was in the past? Now that I am in my late 50s, it is more crucial than ever to prioritize it, which brings me to an important topic: Menopause and skincare Menopause marks a significant change in a woman's life, often bringing various physical and emotional adjustments. One noticeable change is in the skin, which can become

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jul 10, 20243 min read

Why We Need to Focus on More Than Just Diet and Exercise: The Hidden Dangers in Everyday Products

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jun 29, 20242 min read

The Advantages of Collagen for Menopause

Menopause is an unavoidable phase in a woman's life, and one would expect there to be numerous resources, solutions, and support...

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May 16, 20244 min read

Embracing the Journey: My Experience with Perimenopause & Beyond

Kym Campbell Hanson-Weight Loss Accountability Coach For women over 40 As I reflect on my journey through perimenopause, I'm reminded of...

Kym Campbell Hanson

Apr 30, 20243 min read

Embracing Love Beyond Romance: A Self-Care Guide for Women Over 40

Welcome to the month of love, where we're flipping the script on traditional notions and redefining what love truly means. In this blog,...

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Feb 2, 20242 min read

Avoiding Winter Weight Gain for Women Over 40: Tips and Tricks

As women age, there are a lot of things that can play into winter weight gain . This makes it more difficult to maintain a healthy weight. With fall approaching, there are a few tips that women over 40 can follow to avoid weight gain. Stay Active: As the weather gets cooler, it can be tempting to stay indoors and curl up on the couch. However, it's important to stay active and exercise regularly. This can include going for a walk, going to the gym, or taking a fitness clas

Kym Campbell Hanson

Oct 2, 20232 min read

What is Accountability?

The Difference Between Success & Failure Right now do you have someone in your life who makes sure you're accountable and consistent when it comes to your health and nutrition choices? So why don’t you have accountability and consistency, even when you know it’s important? It’s probably because you’re juggling work demands and trying to take care of everyone else in your life. You’re keeping your family together. Paying the bills. Getting the kids fed and clothed and off to s

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jun 1, 20232 min read

15 Tips to Help you Through The Holidays

Yes! You can live your best life, enjoy the holiday parties, AND stay on track with your health goals – all at the same time. Here are 15 tips for staying on track during the holidays: 1. It is easier to get distracted from signals of physical hunger & satiety at social gatherings, especially if food is the main event. Make an effort to pay close attention to your body's signals. 2. Be a food snob. Skip the store-bought goodies, the dried-out fudge & the so-so stuffing. If th

Kym Campbell Hanson

Dec 12, 20223 min read

5 Ways to Tackle Night Time Snacking

Probably one of the most challenging topics I hear from my clients and or most talked about is Night time snacking. If you are craving a treat or a meal after dinner or later in the evening , ask yourself why and respond with an honest answer. Is there an issue that needs addressing, such as stress, an illness or lack of sleep, or are you simply making excuses for yourself? Knowing the root cause will help you rectify any problems and prevent a similar situation from arisi

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Nov 10, 20202 min read

Do you have a hard time with Cravings?

One of the questions I'm asked most as a weight-loss coach: How do I get over cravings? Before we even get into cravings, know this: Having a craving isn't the same thing as being hungry. If your stomach is growling, you are feeling lightheaded, or the idea of any food is appealing, you're hungry for food. Try the broccoli test: If the idea of broccoli does not seem appealing, then you're probably having a craving. The types of foods that people crave are highly variable, but

Kym Campbell Hanson

Oct 19, 20202 min read

How To Lose Weight Permanently

So you’ve decided to lose weight but this time, it will be for good, right? Because the truth of the matter is you’ve lost weight a number of times but haven’t been successful in keeping it off for the long term, despite going on multiple diets and exercising on a daily basis. Well, what you’re about to read may help you to understand why dieting and over-exercising isn’t the answer. #1 Reduce Stress- Chronic Stress is a MASSIVE stumbling block to permanent weight loss. N

Kym Campbell Hanson

Oct 18, 20204 min read

Justify Cheating

Justifying cheating. Through personal experience with 15 years of "yoyo dieting", I know that trying to lose weight is not an easy task. Not only have I had to adjust my diet completely, but also I continue to push myself to be prepared for the day and stop and take a minute when the urge happens and ask myself "why", everyday. Once your brain starts trying to justify eating junk, it’s hard to resist eating. You should know what your primary triggers for cheating, alot of

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Mar 5, 20202 min read

Support & Accountability is Key to Long Term Weight Loss Success!

As women, we face some unique challenges to losing weight and keeping it off, such as the following: Starting and stopping diets due to falling off track or not seeing results. Condoning a “cheat”, thus beginning the domino-effect. Listening to that little voice in our heads telling us that we can’t do this,that it's too late and we are a lost cause. Lacking self-accountability, and needing help. Whether you're trying to lose 5 pounds or 50, it’s important to understand y

Kym Campbell Hanson

Feb 18, 20201 min read

How Does Sleep Affect Your Weight Loss ?

Few experts would disagree with the idea that we’ve become a nation in need of a pick-me-up. We stay up too late, we wake up too early and, increasingly, we’re overweight. While there’s plenty of data showing that poor sleep can lead to weight gain and possibly even obesity, some new research also shows that the opposite may also be true: that getting the right amount of good quality sleep may actually help you shed a few pounds. Benefits of getting enough sleep during Wei

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Jul 1, 20192 min read

3 Weight loss challenges and 3 solutions

Understand your weight loss challenges

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Jul 1, 20192 min read

Why losing weight is so hard in your 40's, 50’s, & 60's

Reduced metabolism as we get older is a major factor, particularly in women going through perimenopause and menopause. Your body does not burn calories the way it did when you were younger, and your metabolism slows down as you age. If you are still eating like you are 20 but exercising like you’re 80, you need to find the right balance of energy intake and output, along with the best food choices and other important component to help you lose weight. 1. Don’t skip meals:

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jul 1, 20193 min read

Use these 10 tips to make meal prep easier and faster:

Invest in Food Storage Containers. Sit down and plan out 3-5 days, meals and snacks,make a grocery list and stick to it. Pick a day to do your meal prep,it will probably take 1-2 hours. Cook foods all at once , soups, stews, baked chicken Keep foods simple Get on the Mason Jar Salad Bandwagon and Overnight Oat. Soak & Cook Beans. Soak beans overnight. Wash & Chop Veggies, prep & store leafy greens. Prep and cook your raw veggies so they're ready to use for snacks, stir-fries,

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jan 13, 20191 min read

It’s not just about the food! Change your behaviours and habits!

“Speak kindly to yourself!”

Kym Campbell Hanson

Jan 13, 20191 min read

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