WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING TO MY BODY AND WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT IT?!

Why am I so freaking tired? Why don’t I feel like myself anymore? Why am I so exhausted even after sleeping? Why am I so bloated? Why can't I concentrate? How many times have you asked yourself (or Google) these questions? 

Or have you stopped and asked yourself how many doctor visits you have to go to before you actually start feeling better, because I know I have! How many Google searches can you do in the wee hours off the night when you can’t sleep? How many diets do you have to try? How exhausted do you have to be before you finally find the answers to your never-ending health questions?

The real question to ask yourself now is, "What can I do about it?"

Lack of Energy

All those questions you keep asking yourself, you are probably getting more and more frustrated, not having the right answers or seeing any improvements. And it is certainly not helping the exhaustion you feel, especially mentally. If you spend so much time worrying, stressed or in living in fear of what may happen or what’s going on in the world or with your own health and then on top of that, you are exhausted all the time, your body does not have what it needs to be at an optimum state. It is lacking the energy to help you feel well. It is not a superficial issue; it is an internal dysregulation. 

If you have spent months, maybe even years seeking answers to your health issues, trying to navigate a hamster wheel of doctors and possibly medications, it’s time to find a way to ramp up your cellular energy production, because in order to properly heal, it starts in your cells. 

If you want to feel better, one place worth looking, is deeper than symptoms. It is looking at the everyday habits and nutrients that support your cells and their ability to produce energy.

True healing starts from the inside out and that includes gut health, cellular health and mindset.

Cellular Toxicity

The first step is to start detoxifying your body of all the cellular toxicity it has been building up over a lifetime. Whether that be from repeated use of antibiotics, medications, mold exposure, eating poorly, perfume use, harsh cleaning chemicals, environmental toxins and so on. 

If your body has a lot of toxicity and low cellular energy, your body will create more unhealthy cells, which can in turn cause systemic inflammation, feeling exhausted all the time, making it even more difficult to heal.

Build Up Your Good Cells

You need to make room for healthy cells to grow. And most doctors won’t tell you that. In fact, when you go to your doctor visit, they do not usually test for cellular energy (unless maybe you see a functional doctor,) or tell you what vitamins, minerals and nutrients your body is deficient in. At most, you may be told you are low in Vitamin D or B-12, maybe low in Iron. But your body needs so many more nutrients than you can possibly imagine. 

There are many ways to source those minerals and nutrients. 

The key is not only to make dietary changes, but also lifestyle changes and to give your body the right materials to rise back up again, and re-build a better, healthier version of yourself again. If you don’t rebuild with quality materials, the house may start to crumble again. 

You wouldn’t put old parts of a beat-up car into a Ferrari, right? Well, YOU are the Ferrari or Lamborghini or Rolls Royce or whatever high-end machine you want to see yourself as. 

You were created to become the best version of yourself! 

So now it is time to get your internal battery going and “recharge" your biological cells to support mitochondrial energy production through specific daily habits, lifestyle changes and “materials” that optimize cellular health.

We have to learn to heal from the inside out. After all, our mitochondria is the powerhouse of our cells. 

Here are some ways you can begin to optimize your cellular health:

One of the simplest ways to support healthy cells is to give your body plenty of nutrient-dense, whole foods. Nutrients such as CoQ10, B vitamins, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, L-carnitine and antioxidants all play different roles in normal cellular energy production and protecting cells from oxidative stress.

Some of the dietary changes can begin with: 

 Quality Proteins & Healthy Fats

Beef and bison provide protein along with nutrients such as L-Carnitine, B vitamins and CoQ10, which are involved in the body’s energy-producing processes.

Fatty fish like salmon, sardines and mackerel are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which help support healthy cell membranes and overall cardiovascular and brain health.

Organ meats, especially liver and heart, are extremely nutrient-dense and contain high amounts of B vitamins and CoQ10.

Avocados and extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) provide heart-healthy monounsaturated fats along with beneficial plant compounds and antioxidants.

 Colorful & Cruciferous Vegetables

Dark leafy greens such as spinach, kale and Swiss chard provide magnesium, folate and other nutrients involved in normal cellular function and energy production.

Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables contain sulfur-containing plant compounds that support the body’s natural antioxidant and detoxification systems.

Beets contain naturally occurring nitrates that can support healthy blood flow and the body’s ability to use oxygen efficiently.

 Nuts, Seeds & Berries

Almonds and walnuts provide vitamin E, magnesium, healthy fats and other nutrients that help protect cells from oxidative stress.

Blueberries, blackberries and raspberries are rich in colorful plant compounds called polyphenols. These antioxidants may help protect cells from oxidative damage and support healthy cellular function.

The bigger food picture? Eat the rainbow, prioritize whole foods, include quality protein and healthy fats, and give your cells a steady supply of the nutrients they need to do their jobs well.

Cellular health isn’t about finding one magical “superfood.” It’s about consistently creating an environment where your cells and the mitochondria inside them have the raw materials they need to function at their best.  

Hydration is also Important

• Drink water and electrolytes: Proper hydration and minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium help deliver energy and maintain voltage across cell membranes. 
  
  

Move, Rest & Recharge Your Cells

Food and hydration is only part of the cellular health puzzle. How we move, sleep and manage stress can also influence how efficiently our bodies produce and use energy.

What else should you be adding in when it comes to fitting in more puzzle pieces to cellular health?

 Start by Moving your body regularly. 

Exercise supports mitochondrial health and encourages the body to make new mitochondria, the tiny structures inside our cells responsible for producing energy. You don’t have to become a marathon runner, either. Walking, strength training and simply moving more throughout the day all count. Personally, I like the walking option. If at all possible, aiming for 8,000-10,000 steps a day would be a great game-changer.

 Make sleep a priority.
Sleep is when the body does some of its most important maintenance and recovery work. Consistently getting quality sleep supports cellular repair, metabolism, brain health and healthy immune function.

 Find ways to lower chronic stress.
Our bodies are designed to handle short periods of stress, but constantly living in “fight-or-flight” mode can take a toll. Practices like walking outdoors, meditation, prayer, breathing exercises, spending time with people you love or simply giving yourself permission to slow down can help support a healthier nervous system and overall wellbeing.

What About Energy & Frequency-Based Wellness?

There are also emerging and alternative approaches being explored for their possible effects on the body’s electrical and energetic systems.

 Grounding or earthing involves making direct contact with the earth, such as walking barefoot on grass or sand. Supporters believe this may influence the body’s electrical environment and stress response. Research is still limited, however, so it’s better viewed as a complementary wellness practice rather than a proven way to improve mitochondrial health.

 PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) therapy uses electromagnetic pulses to interact with tissues in the body. Researchers have investigated PEMF for several applications, including effects on cellular signaling and certain healing processes. Claims that it broadly increases ATP or “recharges” mitochondria are still being studied and shouldn’t be considered established fact.

 Explore Frequency-Charged Nutrition

Another emerging approach is frequency-charged nutrition, which combines traditional nutritional ingredients with the concept of supporting the body’s energetic environment. Frequense, for example, uses a technology that tunes 11 harmonic frequencies into its nutritional products, with the intention of supporting balance, energy and overall wellbeing. "Its RISE formula combines this frequency-based approach with functional ingredients such as organic mushrooms, B vitamins and nootropics to support energy and mental performance." (Frequense⁠)

From a bioenergetic perspective, the idea is that wellness may involve not only the nutrients we give our bodies, but also the electrical and energetic processes happening within us. Frequency-charged nutrition offers an interesting complementary approach for people interested in energy-based wellness.

Think of it as another tool in your wellness toolbox, not a replacement for nutritious food, movement, sleep or hydration, but a possible addition to a lifestyle designed to help you fuel your body, support your energy and feel good now. 

Keep it Simple

Supporting cellular health doesn’t have to become another complicated wellness routine.

Eat nutrient-dense foods. Move your body. Get outside. Sleep well. Manage your stress. Stay hydrated.

Those everyday habits may not sound as exciting as the latest bio-hack but they’re some of the most powerful foundations we have for helping our bodies function well.

Take back your energy and invest in your health! 

PS. here are 10 Foods your body will love after 40!

Salmon cooked in the air fryer with a side of grilled broccoli

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10 FOODS YOUR BODY (AND CELLS) WILL LOVE AFTER 40

Once we hit our 40s and beyond, most of us start paying a little more attention to how we feel, not just what the scale says. Sometimes, we even start to question what the hell is going on with our bodies!

Energy or lack thereof. Brain fog. Weak muscles. Slow metabolism. How poorly or how well we sleep. How quickly we bounce back. And that mysterious moment when staying up until midnight suddenly feels like we attended a three-day music festival.

This is where cellular health becomes worth talking about.

Inside almost every cell are tiny structures called mitochondria, often nicknamed our cellular “powerhouses,” because they help convert nutrients into ATP, the energy our cells actually use.

And while there isn’t one magical anti-aging food, consistently eating nutrient-dense whole foods gives our bodies many of the vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, proteins and antioxidants needed to support normal cellular function.

So, the real question to ask is, “Okay, what should I actually put in my grocery cart?” 

Whether you are walking around the grocery store aisles or scrolling your Instacart wondering what to buy…

Here are 10 foods your cells may especially appreciate after 40.

1.  Berries

Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries are little antioxidant powerhouses.

They’re rich in colorful plant compounds called polyphenols, along with vitamins and fiber, that help protect our cells against oxidative stress.

Easy idea: Throw frozen blueberries into Greek yogurt, oatmeal or a smoothie. Frozen counts!

2.  Salmon & Other Fatty Fish

Salmon, sardines and mackerel are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important components of our cell membranes and support cardiovascular and brain health.

They’re also a fantastic source of protein, something that becomes increasingly important as we get older.

Easy idea: Aim to make fish one of your regular protein choices rather than thinking of it as a “health food” you have to force yourself to eat. For example, making a “simple salmon” with a few condiments like salt, garlic and onion and coating it with a little mustard (trust me on this one,) and then placing it in an air fryer for about 15-20 minutes is so simple and amazingly tasty. 

3.  Dark Leafy Greens

Spinach, kale, Swiss chard and collard greens provide nutrients such as magnesium, folate, vitamins and protective plant compounds.

Magnesium participates in hundreds of processes throughout the body, including those involved in energy metabolism.

Easy idea: Toss spinach into eggs, soups, smoothies or pasta. It basically disappears, so even the veggie-resistant among us can survive this one. 

4.  Broccoli & Cruciferous Vegetables

Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts contain fiber, vitamins and naturally occurring plant compounds that support the body’s antioxidant defense systems.

Think of these foods as part of your body’s nutritional housekeeping crew.

Easy idea: Roast broccoli or Brussels sprouts with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic and your favorite seasonings. Vegetables do not have to taste like punishment.

5.  Avocado

Avocados deliver monounsaturated fats, fiber, potassium and other micronutrients that make them a wonderfully nutrient-dense addition to your diet.

Healthy fats also help us absorb certain fat-soluble nutrients from other foods.

Easy idea: Add avocado to eggs, salads or whole-grain toast, or make guacamole, because apparently cellular wellness can include chips and guac. 

6.  Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 

This one deserves a permanent spot in the kitchen.

Extra-virgin olive oil contains monounsaturated fats, vitamin E and polyphenols and is strongly associated with heart-healthy eating patterns.

Use it over vegetables, salads and proteins or combine it with vinegar and herbs for a simple homemade dressing.

Easy idea: A cup of cottage cheese, drizzled with EVOO and sprinkle with some flax or chia seeds.

7.  Walnuts & Almonds

Nuts provide healthy fats, plant protein, magnesium, vitamin E and other micronutrients.

Walnuts have another bonus: they’re a plant source of the omega-3 fatty acid ALA.

Easy idea: Keep a small container of unsalted nuts handy instead of reaching for ultra-processed snacks when the 3:00 p.m. munchies arrive.

8.  Eggs

The humble egg deserves more credit.

Eggs provide high-quality protein, B vitamins, choline and other nutrients involved in normal brain, muscle and cellular function.

They’re also inexpensive, versatile and ridiculously easy to incorporate into meals.

Easy idea: Pair eggs with spinach, avocado and berries for a simple nutrient-dense breakfast. Or make a hard-boiled egg to go with the cottage cheese/EVOO snack.

9.  Beans & Lentils

Your cells don’t require an expensive “superfood” shipped from a mountain somewhere. Sometimes the answer is a $1 can of beans. 

Beans and lentils provide plant protein, fiber, folate, minerals and complex carbohydrates that can be part of a healthy, steady-energy eating pattern.

They’re also wonderful for gut health because their fiber helps feed beneficial gut microbes.

Easy idea: Add black beans to tacos and salads, chickpeas to bowls, or lentils to soups.

10.  Quality Protein

Protein becomes particularly important as we age because maintaining muscle mass and strength matters enormously for healthy aging.

Fish, eggs, poultry, Greek yogurt, beans and moderate amounts of minimally processed meat can all contribute.

Beef also naturally contains nutrients involved in energy metabolism, including B vitamins, iron, L-carnitine and CoQ10. CoQ10 has a direct role in mitochondrial energy production, and our bodies both manufacture it and obtain some from foods such as meat and fish.

The goal isn’t necessarily more meat. It’s getting enough high-quality protein from a variety of sources.

 The Bigger Picture: Eat the Rainbow

If remembering ten foods feels like another job and at this stage of life, nobody needs another job, remember this instead:

Eat real food. Eat plenty of plants. Get enough protein. Choose healthy fats. And eat lots of different colors.

A colorful plate naturally gives you a wider variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients.

Try thinking:

 Blue & purple berries
 Dark green vegetables
 Red tomatoes and peppers
 Orange carrots and sweet potatoes
 Cruciferous vegetables
 Healthy fats
 Quality protein

You don’t need a perfect diet. You need a consistently nourishing one. And that’s an important distinction, especially for women over 40 who have spent decades being told to eat less.

Maybe this chapter of life isn’t only about eating less. Maybe it’s time we started asking: “Am I giving my body enough of what it actually needs?” because food isn’t just calories, it’s information. It’s building material. It’s fuel. And every single day, we’re giving our cells something to work with.

Let’s give them the good stuff.

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AGING LIKE A ROCKSTAR - REVRS & HEALTHY AGING

What if you could turn back the hands of time? What if We Could Support Our Bodies to Age Better from the Inside Out? What if healthy aging starts at the cellular level? 

This article is a mom-friendly look at REVRS, NMNH, AC-11, antioxidants, DNA support, cellular energy and the science of aging well.

There was a time when my idea of “anti-aging” involved finding the right moisturizer, covering the occasional gray hair and hoping good lighting would handle the rest. 😂 But the older I get, the more my definition of anti-aging has changed.

I don't necessarily want to look 25 again. I mean yea, of course looking younger is always a plus but what I really want is: I want to FEEL GOOD NOW.

I want energy. I want mental clarity. I want to feel strong. I want my body to recover well. I want healthy, glowing skin. I want to keep doing the things I love for as many years as possible, because here's the thing we sometimes forget:

Aging isn't only about the number of candles on our birthday cake. Aging is also happening at the cellular level.

And THAT is where things start getting really interesting. 🧬✨

What if “Anti-Aging” is Really About Healthy Aging?

We're all going to age. There isn't a supplement on Earth that's going to stop birthdays from coming, and frankly, getting older is a privilege denied to a lot of people. But there's a growing field of research around healthspan: not simply how long we live, but how healthy, energetic and functional we can remain while we're here.

That idea resonates with me far more than obsessing over wrinkles.

Instead of asking: “How do I stop getting older?”

Maybe the better question is: “How can I support my body so it continues functioning at its best as I get older?” That brings me to something I've been learning about called REVRS.

Meet REVRS: A Different Approach to Healthy Aging

REVRS is a daily supplement from Frequense formulated around cellular health, energy, antioxidant protection and the body's natural DNA-repair processes.

It's not simply another NAD supplement. Its formula combines several interesting compounds, including NMNH, patented AC-11®, Deazaflavin Pro and L-Ergothioneine into one product. (Frequense recommends two capsules daily; each bottle contains 60 capsules, or a 30-day supply.)

Now here's where my inner science nerd comes out. 🤓

1. Cellular Energy ⚡

REVRS contains NMNH, which Frequense describes as a next-generation derivative of NAD+ precursors.

Why does that matter? Our cells require energy to do basically everything they're supposed to do. And mitochondria, the tiny powerhouses inside our cells, play an enormous role in producing that energy.

That means healthy aging isn't just about what we see in the mirror. It's also about what's happening inside the cells that make up our bodies. And that is a rabbit hole I am more than willing to go down. 😂

2. Supporting the Body's Natural DNA-Repair Processes 🧬

This is probably the part of REVRS that fascinated me most.

REVRS contains AC-11®, an extract derived from Uncaria tomentosa (cat's claw). Frequense cites research investigating AC-11 and related extracts for their potential role in supporting the body's natural DNA-repair mechanisms.

And there's an important distinction here: I'm not saying a capsule magically rewrites damaged DNA or makes you biologically younger overnight.

What interests me is the idea of supporting the processes our bodies already use to maintain and repair themselves. That feels like a much smarter conversation about aging.

3. Antioxidant Protection 🛡️

Another big piece of the aging puzzle is oxidative stress.

REVRS contains Deazaflavin Pro and L-Ergothioneine, ingredients included in the formula for antioxidant and cellular-support purposes. Frequense positions antioxidant protection as one of REVRS's primary benefits.

Think of oxidative stress as part of the normal wear-and-tear our cells experience from simply being alive, combined with influences such as lifestyle and our environment.

Antioxidants help our bodies defend against that oxidative damage. And THAT is the kind of anti-aging I'm interested in:

Helping protect and support the body from the inside out.

And Then There's the Frequency Piece… ✨

If you've followed me for any length of time, you already know this is the part where my ears perk up. 😂

Frequense takes its formulas one step beyond traditional nutrition by incorporating what the company calls Frequency-Charged Nutrition.

According to Frequense, its technology incorporates eleven harmonic frequencies into its products with the intention of supporting energetic balance and complementing the nutritional ingredients.

I want to make a distinction here because I think transparency matters:

The nutritional ingredients and frequency technology are two different conversations scientifically.

There is research behind several of the individual compounds used in REVRS. Frequense's claims about its proprietary frequency-charging technology, however, shouldn't be confused with established clinical evidence that frequencies can reverse human aging.

I personally find bioenergetics and the relationship between biology, electricity, energy and frequency fascinating and I'm going to continue exploring it, but I'm also not interested in pretending we know things science hasn't established yet.

Curiosity and critical thinking can live in the same house. 😉

So…Can We Actually “Reverse the Clock”? Probably not in the science-fiction sense. I'm keeping my DeLorean parked in the garage for now. 😂 But can we become more intentional about how we age? I absolutely believe that's worth exploring.

Nutrition. Movement. Sleep. Stress management. Hydration. Relationships. Mindset. Purpose. Sun protection. Maintaining muscle. And potentially targeted supplementation.

None of those things makes us immortal.

Together, however, they're part of creating a body and a LIFE that has a better chance of thriving as the years go by. And that's what I want. I don't want to fight aging. I want to age powerfully. I want to feel vibrant. I want to remain curious. I want enough energy to live my life instead of simply watching it go by.

And if there are evidence-informed tools that may help support my cellular health along the way?

You better believe I'm going to learn about them. 🧬💛

Want to Geek Out on the Science with Me? 🤓

One thing I appreciate is that Frequense provides a page linking to research associated with several of the ingredients and compounds used in REVRS, including studies involving AC-11/Uncaria tomentosa and deazaflavin derivatives.

I always encourage people to read beyond the marketing headline and look at the research themselves.

Explore the REVRS clinical studies and research

And remember: supplements aren't magic pills. They're supplements to the way we're already choosing to live.

For me, the goal isn't staying young forever. It's aging like a rockstar and staying "ME" for as long as possible: healthy, strong, curious, energetic and still raising a little hell along the way. 😉 Because maybe the real goal isn't anti-aging at all.

Maybe it's PRO-LIVING. 💛✨

DISCLAIMER: This post contains affiliate links. REVRS is a dietary supplement. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Talk with your healthcare professional before adding a new supplement, particularly if you take medications or have an existing health condition.