In this episode of Midlife and Glowing, Alicia and Nicole cut through the nutrition noise and break down macronutrients and micronutrients in a way that actually makes sense for women in midlife.

If you’ve ever felt confused by terms like macros, protein goals, carbs, blood sugar, or micronutrients—or wondered why the way you used to eat just doesn’t work anymore—this episode is for you.

We explore why protein needs increase in perimenopause, how blood sugar stability impacts energy, mood, and cravings, and why fiber and healthy fats play a critical role in hormone balance, digestion, and long-term health. You’ll also learn why micronutrient gaps are common—even with a “healthy” diet—and how supplements should support, not replace, real food.

This is midlife nutrition without restriction, guilt, or tracking apps—just practical, supportive guidance to help you feel stronger, clearer, and more energized in this season of life.

⏱️ Episode Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 Why macros feel confusing (and why that matters)
01:10 What macronutrients really are
02:00 Why midlife nutrition works differently
03:05 Protein gaps & blood sugar stability
04:00 How much protein midlife women actually need
05:00 Carbs, insulin resistance & energy crashes
06:50 Skipping breakfast & the grazing cycle
08:00 Easy protein-forward breakfast solutions
09:55 Building real meals (not snack meals)
11:00 Fiber, digestion & estrogen balance
12:50 Healthy fats for hormones & brain health
14:30 Micronutrients, supplements & where to start

📌 Resources
✨ Daily Glow Rituals Guide → https://stan.store/thedailyglowlife/p/daily-glow-rituals-guide

🥑 Book a Nutrition Therapy Appointment → https://visit.berrystreet.co/providers/Nicole-Maholy

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The content shared on Midlife and Glowing is for informational and educational purposes only. While we share tips, tools, and personal experiences around wellness, beauty, and midlife transitions, this podcast is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine—especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

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If winter feels endless, your energy is low, and your mood feels a little flat, this glow bite is for you.

In this episode of Midlife and Glowing, Alicia and Nicole share how essential oils can be a simple, sensory way to support your nervous system, mood, sleep, and hormone balance—without adding another thing to your to-do list.

You’ll learn how essential oils work directly with your brain through the olfactory system, why they’re especially supportive during perimenopause, and which oils they personally rely on during the long winter months. They also explain why quality matters, how to use oils safely, and easy ways to incorporate them into daily rituals that actually feel nourishing.

If you’re dealing with winter fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, disrupted sleep, or hormonal ups and downs, this episode offers grounded, accessible support—one small ritual at a time.

⏱️ Episode Chapters / Timestamps

00:00 Why winter can feel so heavy in midlife
01:15 How essential oils affect mood and emotions
03:10 How to choose clean, high-quality essential oils
03:55 Lavender for sleep, stress & inflammation
05:00 Eucalyptus for clarity, immunity & respiratory support
05:45 Geranium for emotional and hormonal balance
06:30 Rosemary for focus, brain fog & productivity
07:00 Citrus oils for mood, dopamine & energy
07:40 Clary sage for hormone support & cramps
08:45 Peppermint for headaches, digestion & fatigue
09:30 Carrier oils and safe dilution basics
10:00 Frankincense for inflammation, grounding & skin health
12:30 Glow reflection & starting with one simple ritual

📌 Resources:
🌿 Plant Therapy Essential Oils we love and use → https://rstyle.me/+UN0F6O_E5UB2YEIN68BJmg
📚 Wonderful Resource: The Essential Oils Hormone Solution book → https://amzn.to/4rwXBNs
🧘‍♀️ Radiant Rest Yoga Nidra Sessions → https://stan.store/thedailyglowlife/p/radiant-rest-yoga-nidra-sessions
📩 The Glow Letters (weekly inspiration for midlife wellness) → https://selfcare.dailyglowlife.com/glowletters

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Disclaimer:
The content shared on Midlife and Glowing is for informational and educational purposes only. While we share tips, tools, and personal experiences around wellness, beauty, and midlife transitions, this podcast is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine—especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

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If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen holding a food labeled organic, gluten-free, or naturally sweetened and wondered why you’re still tired, bloated, or gaining weight—this episode is for you.

In this main episode of Midlife and Glowing, Alicia and Nicole break down one of the most confusing (and frustrating) parts of midlife wellness: why foods that sound healthy can quietly work against your energy, blood sugar, hormones, and metabolism in perimenopause.

You’ll learn why the rules around food change in midlife, how estrogen shifts impact insulin sensitivity, and why blood sugar stability matters more now than ever. The conversation walks you through simple, non-obsessive label reading strategies and exposes common "health" foods that may be contributing to fatigue, cravings, mood swings, and weight gain—without you realizing it.

From breakfast foods and smoothies to nut butters, dried fruit, dates, and packaged snacks, this episode gives you clarity without restriction. This isn’t about perfection—it’s about awareness, alignment, and choosing foods that actually support your midlife body.

If you’ve been saying “Nothing I used to do works anymore”, this episode will help it all finally make sense.

⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps:

00:00 Why “Healthy” Foods Stop Working in Midlife
02:00 Hormonal Shifts, Insulin & Changing Food Rules
04:10 Why the Front of Food Packaging Misleads You
06:00 Food Label Reading Basics Every Midlife Woman Needs
08:30 Hidden Sugars, Seed Oils & Artificial Sweeteners
11:30 Breakfast Foods That Spike Blood Sugar
15:00 Oatmeal, Granola, Yogurt & Bread Explained
18:45 Nut Butters, Dried Fruit & Portion Confusion
22:15 Fruit, Dates & Blood Sugar Pairing Mistakes
25:30 Smoothies: How to Build Them for Midlife Metabolism
29:00 “Healthy” Packaged Snacks & Chips
32:30 Label Reading Recap, Balance & Next Steps

📌 Resources
🥗 Nutrition Counseling with Daily Glow → https://visit.berrystreet.co/providers/Nicole-Maholy
📖 Blog: The 4 Worst Artificial Sweeteners → https://dailyglowlife.com/dangers-of-artificial-sweeteners/
✨ Daily Glow Rituals Guide →

Support the show

👆Thank you so much! 💗

Shop our podcast outfits 👉 here

Looking for high quality supplements? We have an online dispensary with high quality options (that we use ourselves!). Check it out 👉here!

Find us on:

Website: dailyglowlife.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Midlifeandglowing

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thedailyglowlife/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@midlifeandglowing

Disclaimer:
The content shared on Midlife and Glowing is for informational and educational purposes only. While we share tips, tools, and personal experiences around wellness, beauty, and midlife transitions, this podcast is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or wellness routine—especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

We may occasionally mention products or services we love and use ourselves. Some of these may include affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commis...