In this timely and eye-opening episode of the Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast, co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski break down the new Nutrition Guidelines for Americans and the new Inverted Food Pyramid released under Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary of Health and Human Services—and what they actually mean for women who want to age well.

With headlines and social media buzzing, it's hard to know what's fact, what's fear-based, and what's been taken out of context. That's where this episode comes in. Alli Kerr—fitness expert and holder of a Master's in Public Administration—uses her background in public policy and government administration to explain how nutrition guidelines are created, how they evolve, and what has truly changed versus what remains the same.

Together, Shawna and Alli compare the former MyPlate guidelines with the new federal recommendations, including updated guidance around saturated fats, helping listeners cut through the noise and understand the science and policy behind the shifts. You may be surprised by how much hasn't changed—despite what the headlines suggest.

The conversation also dives into healthy aging for women, with Shawna highlighting where fiber fits into the nutrition equation, why it matters as we age, and how women can apply these guidelines in real life without overwhelm.

If you've been confused, curious, or even skeptical about the new U.S. food guidelines, this episode will leave you informed, empowered, and grounded in facts—not trends.

🎧 Tune in to learn:

• How U.S. nutrition guidelines are developed and implemented
• The key differences between MyPlate and the new Inverted Food Pyramid
• What the updated guidance on saturated fats really says
• Why social media headlines may be misleading
• How fiber supports healthy aging in women

This is a must-listen episode for women who want clarity, confidence, and evidence-based guidance on their healthy aging journey.

Links form this Episode:

My Plate Graphic & 1 Page Description

My Plate Lesson Plans and Videos

Guidelines For Americans 2020-2025

Guidelines For Americans 2026-2030

*Note that the information on these web links is changing as we speak. Some has changed since we recorded this episode 1 week ago when we showed these same links. All of the My Plate information is being updated to the Inverted Pyramid on govenrment sites. We are not sure how the old data will be maintained or where. We have no idea how long there will be information available to learn about My Plate and the differences vs the new Guidelines. The new 2026 guidelines page has had new resources added since this recording.

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What if your home could actually help you feel calmer, happier, and healthier?

In this episode of the Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast, co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski sit down with Lesley Myrick, an award-winning interior designer based in Macon, Georgia, whose work has been featured by Architectural Digest, Forbes, My Domaine, and People.

Lesley specializes in creating personality-driven, playful, and function-forward "forever homes" — spaces designed not just to look beautiful, but to support real life, long-term comfort, and well-being.

In this conversation, she shares how the spaces we live in can directly impact our health, influencing everything from stress and anxiety to mood, energy, and relaxation — often in ways we don't even realize.

You'll learn:

• How your home environment affects mental and emotional well-being
• Simple, affordable changes that can make a big impact (even without remodeling)
• Why lighting plays a huge role in how we feel in our homes
• How color, layout, and functionality can either support or drain us
• Ways to create a home that feels peaceful, joyful, and grounding
• Things to consider when remodeling after age 50

Whether you're redesigning a new space, doing a full remodel, or simply looking to feel better in your own home, this episode will open your eyes to how powerful your surroundings really are.

Because a healthier, happier life doesn't stop at nutrition and movement — it starts right at home.

🎧 Tune in and discover how to make your space work for you, not against you.

*To Learn more about Lesley Myrick visit: wwww.lesleymyrick.com or search her by name on Facebook & Instagram

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What makes women-only fitness spaces so powerful—and why do they feel almost magical? ✨
In this fun, inspiring New Year episode of The Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast, co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski are joined by fellow women's fitness expert Kristina Ticknor, a Personal Trainer to Women with over 20 years of experience.

Kristina is the owner of Fit 2 The Soul, a women-only training studio located in her home in Woodbury, Minnesota (outside Minneapolis). She created this unique studio after years of owning and operating a fitness franchise. She shares why stepping away from the big-box model and creating an intimate, all-female space allowed for deeper connection, stronger community, and more meaningful transformations—physically and mentally.

Together, these three trainers—each working with women in different settings (online training, a women's-only studio, and a home-based private gym)—have an honest, energizing conversation about:

• What makes women-only fitness programs so special
• Why women have unique physical, emotional, and motivational needs
• How strength training supports women, especially age 40 and beyond
• Why so many women feel intimidated by fitness—and how women-only spaces remove that stress
• How strength, recovery, balance, coordination, speed, and comprehension change through different decades of life
• The importance of starting where you are—not where you think you "should" be

As strength training finally gets the attention it deserves for women's health and longevity, this episode breaks down what it really looks like and how to begin in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Most importantly, it's a reminder that taking time for yourself isn't selfish—it's essential.

If the New Year has you feeling ready for a fresh start, or you need encouragement to keep going, this episode will leave you motivated, empowered, and reminded of the power that happens when women come together to build strong bodies, confident minds, and supportive communities.

🎧 Press play and fill your cup—one strong rep at a time.

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