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Apparently, the cold + rainy weather is my body’s way of saying… SLOW DOWN. ☔️

My joints have been reminding me lately that recovery isn’t optional. My personal journey has an RA component, but joint aches and pains can also be a very real part of the perimenopause transition.

As estrogen declines, it affects more than our cycles and our hot flashes. Estrogen plays an important role in bone health, muscle, tendons, ligaments and joints. Changes during this phase of life can contribute to increased joint discomfort, changes in tendon health, and greater concern for maintaining bone density and strength.

And honestly? This is one more reason I believe we need to rethink what “balance” looks like in this season of life.

Today, my version of productivity looked a little different. ❤️

✨ Got the house cleaned
✨ Got some movement in
✨ Hot tea
✨ Sauna
✨ Stretching + range of motion
✨ And giving my body permission to recover

Because taking care of ourselves doesn’t mean we’re doing less. Sometimes it means we’re being more intentional about what our body actually needs.

And this is where strength training, mobility work and physical therapy can make such a difference. We don’t just want to manage the aches—we want to maintain strength, protect our bones, support our tendons and keep our bodies moving well for the years ahead.

So today, I also booked my PT appointment with Alisa to help me work through this RA flare and figure out how to keep moving without pushing my body past what it can handle.

Perimenopause is a season of change—and sometimes the strongest thing we can do is listen to our bodies, adjust the plan and recover. 🤍

What does recovery look like for you today?

Lash lift > Lash extensions 🌟

A lash lift by Abby, aesthetician, gives your natural lashes that lifted, curled, wide, awake look – without extensions, glue, or the constant upkeep.

🌟Wake Up with gorgeous lashes
🌟 No more lash fills every 2 to 3 weeks
🌟 Less maintenance
🌟 Still look natural – just better

Sometimes you don’t need more lashes… You just need to make the ones you have POP.😍

Book your lash lift with Abby at You Turn and let your natural lashes do the talking.💕

🥩🥔🍎 **Want to lose weight without feeling hungry? Start with the Satiety Index.**

Not all calories keep you full the same way.

The **Satiety Index** ranks foods based on how satisfied they leave you after eating. Choosing foods higher on this scale can naturally reduce cravings, decrease snacking, and make weight loss feel much easier.

⭐ Some of the highest satiety foods include:
• 🥔 Boiled potatoes
• 🥚 Eggs
• 🐟 Fish
• 🥩 Lean beef
• 🧀 Cottage cheese
• 🥣 Oatmeal
• 🍎 Apples
• 🫘 Beans and lentils
• 🥦 Non-starchy vegetables
• 🍿 Air-popped popcorn

Foods that are **high in protein, fiber, and water** tend to keep you fuller longer than ultra-processed foods that digest quickly.

💡 Remember: Weight loss isn't about being hungry all day. It's about making choices that work *with* your body's biology—not against it.

If you're constantly hungry while trying to lose weight, it may not be a lack of willpower. It may be that your meals aren't providing enough satiety.

At You Turn Balance, we help you build a sustainable plan that combines nutrition, movement, hormones, and (when appropriate) medications to help you reach your goals—without feeling deprived.

👇 What's one food that keeps you full for hours? Share it in the comments!

**Noticing more breakouts since starting a GLP-1 medication? You're not imagining it. 👀**

While medications like GLP-1s can be incredible tools for improving metabolic health and supporting weight loss, some people notice unexpected skin changes—including acne or breakouts.

Here's why it can happen:

✨ **Hormonal shifts** – As your body loses fat, stored hormones can be released, temporarily affecting oil production and triggering acne.

✨ **Changes in nutrition** – Eating less can sometimes mean you're not getting enough protein, healthy fats, zinc, or other nutrients that support healthy skin.

✨ **Stress on the body** – Rapid weight loss is a major physiological change. Increased cortisol and inflammation can contribute to breakouts.

✨ **Changes in skincare needs** – As your skin changes, the products that used to work may no longer be the best fit.

The good news? **You don't have to choose between reaching your health goals and having healthy skin.**

At You Turn, we take a whole-body approach. We look beyond the prescription by helping optimize nutrition, supporting hormones, recommending targeted supplements when appropriate, and creating customized skincare treatments to calm inflammation and restore your skin.

Your skin is often a reflection of what's happening inside your body—and when we support both, that's where the magic happens. ✨

Have you noticed changes in your skin while on a GLP-1? We'd love to help you feel confident in your health **and** your skin.

📍You Turn Balance + You Turn Skin Care

The best time to start feeling better was months ago. The second best time is today.
💜Ready to learn if HRT is right for you? Schedule a consultation with Allison at You Turn Balance.