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Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten
Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten
Author: Brenda Krohg
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Welcome to Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten — the podcast where we toss out outdated advice like “just eat less and move more” and explore what it really takes to reverse prediabetes and lose weight in a way that’s sustainable, nourishing, and rooted in holistic health.
I’m your host, Brenda Krohg, Holistic Health Practitioner and Founder of Hopefully Holistic. After reversing my own prediabetes and naturally losing stubborn weight through functional lab testing and lifestyle changes, I made it my mission to help other women do the same, without burnout, restriction, or guilt.
Each week, you’ll get a blend of science-backed strategies and soulful insights to help you:
Understand your metabolism and hormones
Navigate weight loss resistance without shame
Use tools like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing to uncover root causes
Reconnect with your body and rewrite what health means for you
This is prediabetes weight loss, rewritten — from the inside out.
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/
*Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical care from your licensed Healthcare Provider*
I’m your host, Brenda Krohg, Holistic Health Practitioner and Founder of Hopefully Holistic. After reversing my own prediabetes and naturally losing stubborn weight through functional lab testing and lifestyle changes, I made it my mission to help other women do the same, without burnout, restriction, or guilt.
Each week, you’ll get a blend of science-backed strategies and soulful insights to help you:
Understand your metabolism and hormones
Navigate weight loss resistance without shame
Use tools like DUTCH and GI-MAP testing to uncover root causes
Reconnect with your body and rewrite what health means for you
This is prediabetes weight loss, rewritten — from the inside out.
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefullyholistic/
*Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for medical care from your licensed Healthcare Provider*
6 Episodes
Reverse
Today, we're discussing the often-overlooked emotional journey tied to health transformation, particularly weight loss and blood sugar regulation.
Using insights from the book "The Mountain Is You" we'll dive into the mental blocks and self-sabotage that can hinder your progress.
Learn how to identify and overcome these obstacles by understanding your true core needs and rewriting your internal narrative. Awareness is the first step to achieving your best self.
✨ RESOURCES MENTIONED
Free Root Cause Archetype Quiz (DM me "QUIZ" on IG): Inside this free quiz, you’ll discover your unique health archetype that reveals the hidden stressor driving your symptoms (plus the first simple steps you can take to start feeling like yourself again).
The Mountain is You by Brianna Wiest
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakrohg/
🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
Join me in an inspiring conversation with Michele Scarlet, a weight loss, detox, and metabolism expert. We delve deep into her remarkable journey, starting from her early teens in a health-conscious household to owning a gym and becoming a holistic wellness practitioner. Michele shares personal anecdotes, including life-changing moments that steered her towards a profound understanding of health. Discover her insights on managing toxic load, the significance of tailored lab tests, and her transformative experience balancing career, motherhood, and a healthy lifestyle. This episode is packed with valuable advice for anyone looking to elevate their well-being and longevity.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:26 Michele's Early Influences and Career Beginnings
03:32 Transition to Personal Training and Gym Ownership
07:08 Health Challenges and Realizations in Her 30s
08:04 Pandemic and Deep Dive into Holistic Health
10:30 Navigating the Healthcare System
14:19 Discovering the Importance of Comprehensive Testing
23:11 Personal Health Journey and Professional Evolution
24:16 Implementing a Gluten-Free Household
26:24 Gluten-Free Lifestyle Benefits
27:15 Inflammation and Gluten Sensitivity
29:20 Perimenopause: Trends and Myths
30:31 Preparing for Perimenopause
43:50 Balancing Motherhood and Career
46:44 Daily Detox for Optimal Health
48:24 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Workshops
📱 CONNECT WITH US
📸 Michele's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelescarlet_
📸 Brenda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakrohg/
✨ FREE RESOURCE
Free Root Cause Archetype Quiz: Inside this free quiz, you’ll discover your unique health archetype that reveals the hidden stressor driving your symptoms (plus the first simple steps you can take to start feeling like yourself again).
🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of blood sugar imbalances, particularly pre-diabetes, and how it affects women in their 30s. The discussion covers what pre-diabetes is, its prevalence, and the hidden warning signs often dismissed as minor issues. We explore the root causes of insulin resistance, including dietary patterns, stress, sleep, inactivity, inflammation, and hormonal imbalances. The episode emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to managing blood sugar, highlighting gut health and hormonal balance as key factors.
✨ RESOURCES MENTIONED
Free Root Cause Archetype Quiz: Inside this free quiz, you’ll discover your unique health archetype that reveals the hidden stressor driving your symptoms (plus the first simple steps you can take to start feeling like yourself again).
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:49 Understanding Pre-Diabetes
02:06 The Prevalence and Risks of Pre-Diabetes
03:05 Early Signs and Personal Experience
04:52 Challenges with Medical Advice
07:46 Causes of Insulin Resistance
08:42 Lifestyle Factors and Blood Sugar
11:11 The Role of Gut Health
15:05 Hormonal Imbalances and Blood Sugar
19:24 Holistic Approach to Health
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakrohg/
🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
In this transformative episode, I share a personal revelation that changed my entire approach to health. After years of restrictive dieting, calorie obsession, and joyless routines, I discovered why these approaches actually trigger stress hormones that sabotage weight loss efforts and worsen prediabetes symptoms.
Learn how the physiological stress response from chronic dieting impacts blood sugar levels, insulin resistance, and stubborn fat storage and discover a revolutionary "joy prescription" that works with your body's natural processes instead of against them.
🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The powerful connection between believing you deserve care and your body's ability to heal
Why perfectionism and "productivity pressure" create the exact biochemical conditions preventing weight loss
How cortisol from restrictive eating directly sabotages your weight loss and blood sugar goals
The four-step joy prescription for sustainable health transformation
How to create a holistic vision beyond numbers and physical goals
A simple exercise to align your health journey with who you truly want to become
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction to Prediabetes Weight Loss
00:44 A Personal Revelation
02:30 The Joyless Health Journey
04:55 The Importance of Joy in Health
08:02 Transforming Your Health Journey
12:32 Practical Steps for Joyful Health
15:41 Creating a Holistic Vision
17:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakrohg/
🎧 EPISODE DESCRIPTION
Struggling with stubborn weight despite endless dieting? In this eye-opening episode, discover why chronic calorie deficits are secretly destroying your metabolism. Learn how the conventional "eat less, move more" approach fails most women and creates a destructive cycle of weight gain, hormonal chaos, and metabolic damage. Which does NOT help if you're also dealing with prediabetes.
I share my personal journey from restrictive eating to metabolic freedom, including the shocking functional lab test results that finally explained why I gained 30 pounds despite "doing everything right." This episode reveals the hidden connection between chronic dieting, disrupted hormones, and the biochemical changes that make sustainable weight loss feel impossible.
Whether you're concerned about prediabetes, trapped in yo-yo dieting, or simply tired of restricting without results, this holistic weight loss approach will transform your understanding of what your body truly needs. Discover my 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework that has helped hundreds of women rebuild their metabolism without counting a single calorie.
🔑 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Why calorie deficits eventually LOWER your metabolism and trigger weight gain
How conventional dieting disrupts gut health, hormone balance, and thyroid function
The three functional lab tests that reveal why your body resists weight loss
My proven 5-step Metabolic Reset Framework for sustainable, holistic weight loss
How to increase your metabolic rate without excessive exercise or restriction
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction: The Calorie Deficit Trap
01:12 My Personal Calorie Deficit Journey
04:50 The Science Behind Metabolism and Calorie Burn
11:34 The Hidden Dangers of Chronic Dieting
18:44 Steps to Reset Your Metabolism
23:51 Conclusion: Embrace Sustainable Health
📱 CONNECT WITH ME
DM me on Instagram for exclusive free resources mentioned in this episode:
"FREEDOM" for my 14-Day Metabolic Reset Guide
"LABS" for the Functional Testing Blueprint
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendakrohg/
🌟 Ready for personalized support? Email brenda@hopefullyholistic with "PODCAST TRANSFORMATION" to apply for a Metabolic Reset Strategy Session (limited availability).
What I wish I knew about prediabetes, weight loss, and my body’s real needs. In this first episode of Prediabetes Weight Loss, Rewritten, I share how “doing everything right” led to burnout and a prediabetes diagnosis at 26. I dive into why generic advice failed me — and how functional labs and a holistic health approach finally helped me lose weight and reverse prediabetes.
If you'd like a free copy of my resource "7 Common Weight Loss Tips Keeping You Stuck & What to Do Instead" simply DM me "PODCAST" on Instagram or TikTok.
Find me on Instagram and TikTok: @brendakrohg



