In this episode, we sit down with osteopath and anti-diet health coach Sherry Shaban to explore why so many women stay stuck in unwanted food behaviors — and what it actually takes to break free.

Sherry shares her remarkable journey back from the brink of paralysis and how it reshaped everything she believed about the body, health, and lasting change. Today, she helps women worldwide rewire their relationship with food and fitness from the inside out.

We dig into the deeper roots of self-sabotage, why diet culture leaves so many of us worse off, and how healing begins long before you ever change what's on your plate.

In this episode we cover:

- Why regulating your nervous system is the foundation of a peaceful relationship with food
- How the inputs in your life — stress, sleep, relationships — affect your eating more than you think
- The power of shifting the language you use around food and your body
- Unraveling years of diet culture conditioning and uncovering hidden food behaviors
- Why all self-sabotaging patterns trace back to nervous system dysregulation

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still can't seem to make peace with food, this conversation will open your eyes to a completely different approach.


Connect With Sherry:

https://www.sherryshaban.com/transform
website: www.sherryshaban.com
IG, FB and LinkedIN: @sherryshabanftiness
podcast: Fall in Love with Fitness
YouTube: Sherry Shaban Fitness

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Sarah:
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Website: www.simplywellnourished.co

Melissa:
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Website: www.rootedwellness.care

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Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only. We are not medical doctors, and this content is not medical advice. Always consult your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or medical treatment.

© 2025 Sarah Dalton and Melissa Rocker

If you’re ready to reset your metabolism and feel like yourself again, book your free Discovery Call.

In this episode:

Migraines, brain fog, bloating, and burnout — for many high-achieving women, these symptoms feel like the price of a busy life. But what if they're actually signs of something deeper?

In this episode, we sit down with Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Kim Heintz to talk about the gut-health connection so many women are missing — and what it actually takes to heal from the inside out.

Kim spent her twenties battling chronic migraines — including one that lasted an entire year — alongside brain fog, anxiety, and chronic fatigue. When doctors told her she'd have to live with it forever, she refused. Through functional lab testing, she uncovered the root-cause imbalances driving her symptoms, addressed them, and they disappeared completely.

In this episode we cover:

- The surprising link between gut health and migraines, brain fog, and fatigue
- The biggest root causes of gut issues in busy, high-achieving women
- Why your gut affects your immune system, mood, and hormones
- The truth about Candida — what it really is and when to pay attention
- What the healing process really looks like for a busy woman

If you've been pushing through fatigue, digestive issues, or that "something's just off" feeling, this episode will help you connect the dots and give you a clear place to start.

Connect With Kim:

https://www.kimheintz.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kim.heintz/

If you’re ready to reset your metabolism and feel like yourself again, book your free Discovery Call.

Get in touch with us!

Sarah:
Instagram: @simply.well.nourished
Website: www.simplywellnourished.co

Melissa:
Instagram: @rootedrocker
Website: www.rootedwellness.care

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Discover The Energized Life with Sarah Dalton and Melissa Rocker—your go-to podcast for practical nutrition tips, sustainable wellness habits, and daily energy boosts that help you thrive.

Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only. We are not medical doctors, and this content is not medical advice. Always consult your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or medical treatment.

© 2025 Sarah Dalton and Melissa Rocker

Getting healthy dinners on the table as a busy mom can feel overwhelming — but it doesn't have to be.

In this episode, we sit down with trained chef and culinary nutritionist Kris Dovbniak to talk about the real roadblocks moms face in the kitchen, and how a little planning and prep can make the whole week feel more manageable.

Kris and I go way back — and I personally use her Healthy Mama Meals app — so this one feels especially full circle. She brings 15 years of experience as a private chef and cooking instructor to the table, and she's passionate about making healthy cooking feel doable in real life.

We dig into everything from building a realistic meal planning routine to finding a prep approach that actually fits your life — plus the mindset shift that makes it all sustainable.

In this episode we cover:

• The biggest roadblocks that keep moms from getting healthy dinners on the table
• How to build a weekly meal planning routine that works around kids' schedules and energy levels
• Full meals vs. components vs. a combo approach — and how to find what fits your life
• Basic meals and flavor combos to master first, including sauces as your secret weapon
• Favorite shortcut dinners that still feel like a real meal in busy seasons
• How to stay consistent and get back on track without guilt when life gets in the way

Whether you're a confident home cook looking to streamline your week or someone who never really learned to cook and finds the kitchen intimidating, this episode will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on feeding your family well.

Connect With Kris:

Through her platform Healthy Mama Kris and the Healthy Mama Meals app, she helps busy moms simplify mealtime with practical meal prep strategies, realistic meal planning, and family-friendly real food recipes.

Follow Kris on Instagram: @healthymamakris

Get in touch with us!

Sarah:
Instagram: @simply.well.nourished
Website: www.simplywellnourished.co

Melissa:
Instagram: @rootedrocker
Website: www.rootedwellness.care

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Discover The Energized Life with Sarah Dalton and Melissa Rocker—your go-to podcast for practical nutrition tips, sustainable wellness habits, and daily energy boosts that help you thrive.

Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational purposes only. We are not medical doctors, and this content is not medical advice. Always consult your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or medical treatment.

© 2025 Sarah Dalton and Melissa Rocker