The Healthy Connections Podcast | Health Tips for Busy Moms with Chronic Illness, Becoming Unstuck While Living with MS, Simple Fitness and Nutrition

<p>Connecting moms with chronic illness to healthier options so that they can feel their best to be their best for those who need them most! <br><br>~Do you want to QUIT the start and stop cycle that has become your fitness journey?</p><p>~Are you ready to stop hiding in photos or not being in them at all because you're uncomfortable with how you look and ultimately with how you feel?</p><p>~Do you wish you knew the 'secret' to nutrition, fitness, and wellness and you just want it to be easier?</p><p><br></p><p>I'm here to tell you that there is a way to make this quite simple. You can be a busy momma with (or without) chronic illness, stay home with your kids (or leave the home to work), and take control of your health. </p><p><br></p><p>Hey friend, I’m Melissa Hadley, Christian momma to 3 children, Multiple Sclerosis Warrior, NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Certified Behavior Change Specialist. I've learned how to make my health a priority so that it never takes the back burner </p><p><br></p><p>I want to show you how I did that, so that you can too!</p><p><br></p><p>In this podcast, I will help you...</p><p><br>~Make healthier choices<br>~Prioritize time for yourself SO THAT you can be your best for those who need you the most.<br>~Quit the start and stop mentality when it comes to your health<br>~Believe in yourself enough to take care of the one body we've been blessed with</p><p><br></p><p>This LIGHTS UP MY SOUL! I believe that we have all been created on purpose and for a purpose and one of mine is to help you smile again because you FEEL GOOD!</p><p><br></p><p>So, throw on those cozy socks and grab a tea, coffee, water, kombucha...whatever. Just be ready to take understand that this is truly simple. It's not easy, it's also not hard, but it is simple. </p><p><br></p><p>Chat soon, friend!</p><p><br></p><p>So what now?</p><p><br></p><p>Visit the Website: www.melissahadley.com</p><p><br></p><p>Email Me: gettingitback4good@gmail.com or northstarcoaching4@gmail.com</p>

The Wonder of Mushrooms & Cacao

Welcome back to another episode of the Healthy Connections podcast! Today, we'll be exploring the amazing benefits of Lion's Mane mushroom, Reishi mushroom, Chaga mushroom, Cordyceps mushroom, and Cacao powder. There is a movement right now to switch over to mushroom based coffees, so today we are going to talk about that! Link to Mushroom & Cacao Adaptogen Complex drink! https://shop1.hughandgrace.com/#/shop/detail/CACAO010G/from/A65634 Support the show 🔆Hormone Safe Products: htt...

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The Not So Tasty Truth: Dangers of the Mukbang Trend on TikTok

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[Her Story] Jenny Swisher & the Creation of SYNC & PeriRX

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[Her Story] Corrine James & How Owning Her Coffee Shop is God Led Despite the Obstacles

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The Importance of Lymphatic Drainage

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How Soy Interacts With Your Hormones

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She's Lost 45 Pounds & Her Relationships Have Improved Because SHE Has Improved

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Sample Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan

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7 Things to Do to Keep Your Home Less Toxic

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6 Signs Your Liver May Be Overloaded & Ways to Help it Detox

Let’s talk about your liver! It is the master detox organ of your body and is vital to your immunity. What does it do? It traps and eliminates toxins, it filters harmful substances and pathogens from the blood, it digests fat, it balances your hormones, it regulates your blood sugar. It IMPACTS EVERYTHING, friends. We have heart health month which we are in, but I wish we had a LIVER HEALTH MONTH too! We know that there are massive amounts of toxins in the air, in our water, in our foods, in ...

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10+ Tips on How to Make Sure You're Getting Your Steps In

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Collagen; The Types & What to Look Out For

Collagen is a protein that is naturally produced in the human body. It is an essential component of the skin, bones, tendons, ligaments, and other connective tissues. Collagen provides structural support, elasticity, and strength to various parts of the body. typically, women start to experience a decline in collagen production as they reach their mid-20s. The rate of collagen production gradually decreases with age, and by the age of 40, women's collagen levels may have decreased signi...

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What is Steady State Cardio (SSC) & What Are 5 of the Benefits?

Perhaps you've heard about how Steady State Cardio can help with your hormones and fat loss...if not...here is an episode giving you the 411 on SSC; what it is and how it helps! https://stan.store/melissahadleyfitwithMS Support the show 🔆Hormone Safe Products: https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com/ Use code hello10 for $10 off your first order! 🔆Your Free 6 Step Guide to Gua Sha: https://candid-breeze-204.myflodesk.com/guasha 🔆 1-on-1 Coaching: https://melissahadley.com 🔆Lets Connect...

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One On One and Group Coaching for the Win!

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10 Things You Can Start Doing to Work Towards Being Healthier in 2024

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Our Relationship With Alcohol As We Go Into 2024

With the new year upon us, I’m not going to talk about the typical goal setting steps or how to make a vision board, or anything like that, but instead I’m going to talk about alcohol. I’ve talked about it before, but I did a Dry January last year and my intention for the new year is to do it again and to do a dry month every other month or so. Today, we're diving into a topic that many people ponder but rarely discuss in-depth: the effects of alcohol on our bodies and steps we can take to mo...

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My Announcement: The Company I'm Joining Forces with to Help Improve Hormone Health

It took many months of researching and interviewing, but I definitely found where I am supposed to do. In a world of Green Washing, this company stands above the rest when it comes to unparalleled quality! https://northstarcoaching.hughandgrace.com and use code Hello10 for $10 off your first order. Select subscribe and save for 10% off and free shipping too! If you'd like to become an advocate for 25-40% off, lets chat! Email me at northstarcoaching4@gmail.com To be part of the 30 D...

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Why I'm Moving on From Beachbody (BODi)

I never thought I'd say those words. I never thought I'd see the day. I have so many incredible memories and you’re beyond grateful for each one. It’s an interesting world this social selling world. I, personally, love it because of the opportunity it provides and the people you can meet that you wouldn’t necessarily meet otherwise. I love Beachbody (BODi). I hold deep gratitude for what the coaching opportunity has afforded to my family. I started it when Nicholas was 1 1/2 and ...

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Magnesium Citrate, L-Glutathione, Probiotics, and Vitamin D3

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Being Present Especially During the Holidays

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