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Top 2025 Nutrition Trends to Watch For
Megan Barefoot
Top 2025 Nutrition Trends to Watch For
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
Is a Plant-Based Diet Right for Everyone? Exploring the Benefits of Including Animal Foods
Megan Barefoot
Is a Plant-Based Diet Right for Everyone? Exploring the Benefits of Including Animal Foods
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
How To Know If You Have Parasites!!
Megan Barefoot
How To Know If You Have Parasites!!
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
Grilling Veggies to Perfection: A How-To Guide for a Healthy Summer
Megan Barefoot
Grilling Veggies to Perfection: A How-To Guide for a Healthy Summer
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot

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Gut Health for Weight Loss: Why It’s the Missing Link in Your 2025 Plan
Weight Loss, Gut Health Megan Barefoot Weight Loss, Gut Health Megan Barefoot

Gut Health for Weight Loss: Why It’s the Missing Link in Your 2025 Plan

Struggling with weight loss despite your best efforts? The secret to lasting success might lie in your gut. Your gut microbiome plays a powerful role in metabolism, cravings, and fat storage, making it a critical factor in achieving your health goals. Learn how rebalancing your gut can curb sugar cravings, reduce inflammation, and support sustainable weight loss. Plus, discover simple dietary and lifestyle changes to get started. Don’t miss out on our upcoming Group Challenge Program in January designed to reset your gut and help you reach your 2025 goals. Registrations are open now!

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Fuel Your Morning Right: Why Quality Protein Sets the Tone for Your Day
Weight Loss, Brain Health, Longevity Megan Barefoot Weight Loss, Brain Health, Longevity Megan Barefoot

Fuel Your Morning Right: Why Quality Protein Sets the Tone for Your Day

Starting your day with high-quality protein fuels your body, supports steady energy levels, and boosts focus. Discover why breakfast protein is a game-changer and explore meal options to help you power up each morning. With tips on easy, protein-rich meals, this blog will help you embrace mornings with energy and nutrition.

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Top 2025 Nutrition Trends to Watch For
2024, Gut Health, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, Gut Health, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

Top 2025 Nutrition Trends to Watch For

Discover the top nutrition trends shaping 2025 in this blog post, including breakthroughs in personalized nutrition, sustainable eating, and innovative supplements. With a focus on holistic wellness, these trends highlight how the latest research can impact health, support balanced diets, and enhance daily routines. Stay ahead of the curve with insights on what's next in nutrition and find out how these shifts could benefit your health journey.

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Reaching Your Health and Wellness Goals Before Year-End
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Reaching Your Health and Wellness Goals Before Year-End

As the year winds down, there’s still time to make strides toward your health and wellness goals. In this blog post, certified holistic nutrition consultant Megan Barefoot shares her top 10 tips for a fall reset that will help you stay on track. From prioritizing gut health and mindful eating to finding simple ways to reduce stress and boost energy, these tips are all about holistic, sustainable changes that make a big difference. Embrace the season and finish the year strong with these practical and achievable strategies!

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Fall Back Into Health: 10 Effortless Resets to Reclaim Your Wellness
Weight Loss, anti-inflammatory, Hydration Megan Barefoot Weight Loss, anti-inflammatory, Hydration Megan Barefoot

Fall Back Into Health: 10 Effortless Resets to Reclaim Your Wellness

"Reclaim Your Wellness This Fall: Discover 10 Effortless Tips for a Health Reset" Looking to reset your health as the seasons change? Our latest blog post offers 10 simple and actionable tips to help you refresh your nutrition and wellness this fall. From incorporating seasonal superfoods to embracing mindful eating habits, these strategies are designed to make your health journey both easy and effective. Ready to fall back into a healthier routine? Click here to learn more!

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Grilling Veggies to Perfection: A How-To Guide for a Healthy Summer
2024, anti-inflammatory, Gut Health, High Fiber, Inflammation, Nutrition Coach, Weight Loss, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, Gut Health, High Fiber, Inflammation, Nutrition Coach, Weight Loss, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot

Grilling Veggies to Perfection: A How-To Guide for a Healthy Summer

Healthy summer eating can be simple! - We all know that summer is the perfect season to fire up the grill and enjoy the delicious, smoky flavors that come with outdoor cooking. Most of us likely associate the grill with meats, but vegetables can also be grilled to perfection, offering a healthy and flavorful addition to your meals. In this blog, we'll walk you through the how-to of grilling vegetables and share an easy recipe to get you started.

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Mindful Eating: Are you Ready to Savor the Flavor of Every Bite?
2024, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Digestion, Gut Health, Health Coach, Mindfulness, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Digestion, Gut Health, Health Coach, Mindfulness, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Mindful Eating: Are you Ready to Savor the Flavor of Every Bite?

Mindful Eating: Embracing the Joy of Healthy Meals - In this blog post, I'll explore the concept of mindful eating, share tips for enjoying healthy meals without distractions, and introduce mindful cooking techniques to enhance the culinary experience.

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Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started
2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Digestion, Energy, Gut Health, Holistic, Inflammation, intestinal discomfort, Microbiome, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Digestion, Energy, Gut Health, Holistic, Inflammation, intestinal discomfort, Microbiome, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started

Unlocking Gut Health: Say Goodbye to Bloating and Discomfort - In this blog post, I’m going to get to the root of the bloating and discomfort, explore the desires for feeling energized and vibrant, and address the fears of never finding a solution. I’m not going to just stop there however! I am going to provide five simple strategies to help alleviate these issues and promote gut health.

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The Power of Anti-Inflammatory Eating: A Guide to Boosting Health and Vitality
2024, anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Digestive System, Gut Health, Inflammation, Microbiome, Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Digestive System, Gut Health, Inflammation, Microbiome, Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

The Power of Anti-Inflammatory Eating: A Guide to Boosting Health and Vitality

Anti-Inflammatory Eating: Let’s Get It Right! - It shouldn’t come as a surprise that in today's fast-paced world, chronic inflammation has become a common underlying factor in many health conditions. In this blog post, we'll explore what anti-inflammatory eating entails, how it works to promote health and vitality, and what foods to include and eliminate from your diet.

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The Power of Detoxifying Foods: Nourishing Your Body for Optimal Health
2024, anti-inflammatory, Detoxification, Gut Health, Liver Support, Nutritionalist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, Detoxification, Gut Health, Liver Support, Nutritionalist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

The Power of Detoxifying Foods: Nourishing Your Body for Optimal Health

Can I detox with food alone? Let’s face it, in today's modern world, our bodies are constantly bombarded with environmental toxins, pollutants, and processed foods that can wreak havoc on our health and well-being. Today I want to explore the importance of incorporating some of these foods into our diet so we can nourish our bodies for optimal health.

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Are you taking care of your liver? Let's find out!
2024, anti-inflammatory, Inflammation, Liver Support Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, Inflammation, Liver Support Megan Barefoot

Are you taking care of your liver? Let's find out!

Nourishing Your Liver: Holistic Tips for Optimal Health: In the realm of holistic nutrition and integrative health, nurturing our body's vital organs is paramount. Among these, the liver stands out as a silent hero, tirelessly working to detoxify and metabolize substances while also supporting digestion and overall well-being. Honestly, the liver is the superhero of the body and deserves more credit!

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Winter Wellness: Our Favorite Nutrient-Rich Recipe
2024, Coaching, Digestive System, Gut Health, Inflammation, Immune System, Microbiome Megan Barefoot 2024, Coaching, Digestive System, Gut Health, Inflammation, Immune System, Microbiome Megan Barefoot

Winter Wellness: Our Favorite Nutrient-Rich Recipe

Elevate Your Winter Wellness Journey: As the frosty embrace of winter sets in, nourishing your body with nutrient-rich foods becomes paramount. I'm Megan Barefoot, a Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant and Health Coach from No Shoes Nutrition, and I'm excited to share insights and a recipe on why specific nutrients are crucial during the winter months.

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Unlocking the Cortisol Puzzle: How Chronic Stress Leads to Weight Gain
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Unlocking the Cortisol Puzzle: How Chronic Stress Leads to Weight Gain

In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, chronic stress has become an all-too-familiar companion. Beyond its mental toll, stress can significantly impact our bodies, particularly through the hormone cortisol. This post unravels the intricate connection between cortisol, chronic stress, and weight gain, offering practical insights into managing these challenges through holistic nutrition.

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February Is About Love - What About Self-Love Through Nutrition?
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February Is About Love - What About Self-Love Through Nutrition?

When we think of February many of us think of Valentine's Day which makes us think of love. Love can come in many forms and one of the most important is how we love ourselves and what we do to show ourselves love. Eating a healthy and balanced diet can be an important part of self-care and self-love and can help you feel physically and emotionally well.

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Dry January – Yea or Nay??
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Dry January – Yea or Nay??

Dry January is a movement that encourages people to abstain from drinking alcohol for the month of January. It is often seen as a way to reset one's relationship with alcohol after the excesses of the holiday season and to improve one's health and well-being.

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It's January Let's Jump Into Movement
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It's January Let's Jump Into Movement

January is the month where people embark on new health goals for the year, and exercise is often one of those goals. However, it can be tricky to know how to effectively incorporate exercise into your life so that is not just a January trend, but a year round practice. So how does one develop the habit to be more physically active and build it into your daily lifestyle?

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Hating Your Current Diet? - Don't Miss This!!
2022, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Fresh Food, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Hydration, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot 2022, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Fresh Food, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Hydration, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot

Hating Your Current Diet? - Don't Miss This!!

What your diet doesn’t teach you- Part 2 - By Nicole Gibson Diets focus on avoidance- they only discuss what you “need” to exclude- and yet there are many more factors that need to be addressed in order to achieve sustainable weight loss and lead a healthy life.

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What is Stress Doing to You?
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What is Stress Doing to You?

If you have been living on planet earth the last couple years, it’s become apparent that stress levels have grossly risen. We had our lives shaken up and flipped upside down and were expected to put it all back together all on our own. In the meantime, the effects of the stress we have all been trying to balance has shown up on our hips, waistlines and behinds.

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Should We Change Our Diet With The Seasons?
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Should We Change Our Diet With The Seasons?

Should We Change Our Diet With The Seasons? The seasons are changing. Leaves are falling, the air is getting a chill and it’s even raining with the threat of snow this morning. It makes me begin to think about preparing for the coming winter. I took the winter jackets out of storage, spent a half hour switching out sandals for winter boots and packed up the shorts and tanks to replace with the woolies. All of this got me thinking… should I also be shifting my diet to prepare for the winter.

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