Author: mariasnyder75

If you’ve ever opened your cabinet to a jumble of half-finished supplement bottles, you’re not alone. Midlife is the season when you start wondering if you should be taking something, but what, when, and why? Should you add collagen because Instagram says so? Magnesium for sleep? Vitamin D for everything? Before turning your kitchen counter…

Not Today, Productivity: A Love Letter to Rest

Jul 17, 2025

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Some days, I feel like I’m moving forward with clarity and confidence. And then there are days like this, foggy, slow, and uncertain. Instead of forcing myself to power through, I wrote this letter. It’s to myself, but maybe it’s also for you. If you’re feeling tired today, I hope it gives you a little…

Supporting Gut Health for Vitality (Because Your Gut Has Opinions Now)

Jul 14, 2025

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If your gut feels like it’s staging protests every time you eat cheese, or you’ve noticed digestion is…let’s say less reliable than it used to be, welcome to midlife gut health realities. Your gut isn’t just a passive food processor; it’s a complex system that influences your energy, mood, immune health, and even your skin.…

Sit Down, Be Quiet, and Breathe: My Brain and I Attempt Meditation At 50

Jul 8, 2025

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Let’s be honest: the idea of meditating sounds fantastic, like achieving enlightenment while sitting cross-legged on a mountain, or at the very least, finding your car keys without swearing. But if you’re cruising past 40 (or, like me, barreling enthusiastically into “where did my metabolism go?” territory), the very concept of “quieting your mind” is…

Mindful Eating for Energy & Calm (Because You’re Tired of Hoovering Lunch Like a Roomba)

Jul 5, 2025

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Remember when you could eat a granola bar while sprinting to a meeting and somehow still feel fine? Now, eating on autopilot often leaves you bloated, tired, or searching for snacks an hour later while wondering, “Did I even taste that lunch?” Welcome to midlife, where your body gently nudges you to slow down, even…

The Power of Protein in Midlife (Yes, You Need More Than You Think)

Jul 2, 2025

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If you’ve been wondering why getting up from the floor now comes with a sound effect, welcome to midlife. Muscle mass naturally starts to decline around your 40s, but don’t panic. This isn’t about resigning yourself to weakness. It’s about adding protein power to your toolkit so you can stay strong, energized, and active for…

Why Nutrition Needs Change After 40 (And Why Your Metabolism Didn’t Get the Memo)

Jun 29, 2025

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If you’ve ever wondered why you can no longer eat an entire pizza at 10 p.m. and bounce out of bed the next day, welcome to your 40s (and beyond). Your metabolism has officially decided it’s on a slower track, and your body’s nutritional needs are evolving—even if your taste buds are still insisting on…

Use It or Lose It: Why Moving After 40 Isn’t Optional (Trust Me, I Tried)

Jun 28, 2025

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You know how people love to say, “Use it or lose it,” with a smug little nod, as if they’ve unlocked the secrets of the universe? Well, I used to nod back politely, convinced I understood. After all, I was active enough, right? I took the stairs sometimes. I parked a few rows back at…

Nourishing the Spirit in Midlife: Why It Matters Now More Than Ever

Jun 26, 2025

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