Stress is very prevalent in our daily lives these days, and there are many ways to deal with it, such as meditation and working on our mindset. But do you know that nutrition can also help to reduce stress? Nikki has already discussed how foods affect our mood in a previous episode. Today, she explores how nutrition is actually beneficial for stress reduction. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Five ways how our nutrition can help us to reduce stress:Gut inflammation — gut health has a significant impact on our mood Blood sugar — balanced blood sugar leads to feeling better overall You're not eating enough — this can influence your mood Detox — irritability is a sign of an overburdened liver with high toxicity Address nutritional deficiencies — have adequate nutrients to produce essential neurotransmitters that regulate our mood What Nikki did when she was stressed and burned out Memorable Quotes: "Although there's a ton of things out of our control these days, there's a lot of things we can change, and we can control how we actually respond and how it influences us." "These days there are a lot of things beyond our control. However, there are also things we can do to help balance things out and still take care of ourselves." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

Are you eating healthy yet still feeling bloated all the time? Do you want to find a solution to your bloating problem? Then, you need to find out what is causing your bloating. Nikki discusses four reasons you may still be suffering from bloating despite eating healthy food. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Some reasons why you could still be bloated while eating healthy: You may have food sensitivities or intolerances You may be suffering from gut dysbiosis — the imbalance between good and bad bacteria You might actually be dealing with low stomach acidity or low enzyme production You have a distorted view of healthy food The problems with processed foods Memorable Quotes: "You may be thinking I eat healthy because I eat vegan or gluten free or I don't have sugar. But this doesn't necessarily mean that those foods are super nourishing, and they're super aligned with your goals and they're super supportive of your gut." "Sometimes it's not about junk food, or like poor quality foods or ultra processed foods. Sometimes it's even healthy foods, unfortunately, like eggs… that are causing your bloating." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

You're sick, tired, or off. You take some BLOOD TESTS and they come back FINE, but you still DON’T FEEL well. Why is that? Find out in this episode! Nikki dives deep into blood work and hormone testing, how to figure out if you have hormonal imbalances, and how to test for certain things that may help you get better. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: How things could still be off even though your blood work comes back fine Factors that influence the production of hormones Other tests you should take in addition to your blood work Why do you need someone other than your doctor to review your tests or explain things to you What is the DUTCH Test, and how it will help you Why you should always pay attention to your psychological components and how they can affect your body What happens when your hormone levels come back normal but you still don’t feel well Memorable Quotes: “You know your body better than anybody on this planet because you live in your body, you feel your body every single day. And you also know when things are off. So if things feel off, dive deeper even if your blood work comes back fine.” “If you feel things are off, or you're struggling with weight gain, bloodwork might not be the best way to test for those hormonal imbalances. There may be other things…there may be other solutions besides just medication." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

Are you constantly wishing things were different but aren't able to make them so? Or are you having trouble getting out of your comfort zone to become a better version of yourself? If so, then this episode is for you! Nikki discusses is it really hard to break out of one's comfort zone, and what is actually costing one by not making changes in oneself, one's habits, one's mentality, etc. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Is changing your mindset, your habits, and your habits "hard" How changing certain habits and working on yourself makes the rest of your life so much easier What you are actually paying for not changing yourself Is it easier for you to stay in your comfort zone Nikki's journey of coming out of her comfort zone and how it paid off for her How you can keep your perception in check and work towards your goals Memorable Quotes: "We choose how we perceive situations. We can look at the road to our goals as hard, or we can look at it as opportunities. And, we can look at our comfort zone as easy or we can look at not changing as hard and staying the same as hard." "We can look at the road to our goals as hard, or we can look at it as opportunities." "If you want to change, if you want something to change, if you want to improve, if you want to be a better version of yourself, you need to do things differently. You can't expect things to go differently if you're not doing anything differently." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

It's common for people to have cheat meals — cheat meals feel like a much-needed break from one's restrictive diet. There is nothing wrong with having cheat meals, but there is something wrong with feeling guilty and shame after having them. In today's episode, Nikki shares her opinion about having cheat meals, how the concept of a cheat meal will affect your relationship with food, and what you can do to create the results with your body that you desire. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Having a healthy mindset about having cheat meals The biggest game-changer when it comes to eating healthy Nikki's transition from craving certain foods to having no desire for them How to overcome the all or nothing mentality and stop self-sabotaging Strategies that help you enjoy "cheat meals" without ruining your diet How changing your perspective and dialogue around food can improve your relationship with it forever. Memorable Quotes: "There is a purpose behind certain foods. The biggest difference is your mindset around it, your narrative around it, and your purpose behind it." "If you really want to be successful, when it comes to your nutrition and your health and certain goals, you need to work on your mindset. You need to stop associating certain foods as good foods or bad foods. Because that can change the goals you have, that can change in the season you're in, that can change with your priorities." "You don't need to cheat on a diet or a way of eating when it's actually a part of our everyday lifestyle. You're not a cheater for having certain foods if it's part of your everyday lifestyle." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

If you're eating well and exercising regularly but not getting enough quality sleep, then you're wasting all of your efforts! Nikki talks about the importance of getting quality sleep and shares some of her favorite evening routine habits you can incorporate into your routine to help you get good sleep. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: The importance of good sleep and its effects on your body Why do many people have trouble falling asleep Melatonin production and its impact on your body Activities you can do to keep your cortisol low and support your sleep Supplements that can help you relax, calm your nervous system, and support optimal sleep Things that you can do on a daily evening basis to help you improve your sleep. Memorable Quotes: "Sleep is a foundational part of your health, and if you aren't getting enough sleep, it will impact everything in your body." "Morning routines are about setting your intentions, planning your day, figuring out what your big intentions are for the day, building that motivation, and setting yourself up for success. And then evenings are great for reflection." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

Having trouble accomplishing your tasks or following through with your plans? It might be due to your body's natural hormonal fluctuations. Nikki discusses hormone fluctuations and how to work with your body and schedule things out so you will be healthy, productive, and happy. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: How you can cycle sync your tasks and your health The four phases of the menstrual cycle: menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation, and luteal phase, and how to plan your activities during each phase Hormonal fluctuations in the body and their effects Advice for apps and devices that will help you work on your tasks: Oura Ring, Flow App, Daysy Period Tracker Ways through which you can start feeling more connected with your body Memorable Quotes: “If you feel like your body is fighting you, you're probably fighting it, because you aren’t paying attention to certain things.” “Nutrition can be so overwhelming and confusing because there's so much information out there. So how to decipher things, and get more connected with your body? First, listen to your body. Your body will tell you what's working and what's not.” “If you feel like you're working against your body, if you feel like it's this constant uphill battle, ask yourself, can you actually support it better? Can you work with it more?... We should be guiding our body towards our goals, not just fighting it and pushing it all the time.” Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

Gut health issues affect a lot of people, and they tend to assume that it's the norm, not realizing the impact on our health and fitness and quality of lives. Nikki shares the signs and symptoms of poor gut health that many people are unaware of, and what you can do to support your gut health. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: The correlation between our gut health and our mood Certain biomarkers that you can listen to or pay attention to have good gut health Some signs and symptoms that are related to poor gut health that a lot of people don't realize What is a food and mood journal, and how it will help you with your gut health Your poor gut health can be the root cause of your hormonal imbalances or autoimmune disorders Your gut health is not TMI when you discuss it with your doctor. Memorable Quotes: “Your gut can impact all body systems. It's not just one thing, and if left unaddressed for a prolonged period of time, it can result in other serious issues because the body is extremely interconnected and complex.” “When we know what to provide your body, how to support it, what adjustments we can make with our nutrition, lifestyle or stress management, then we can make sure that we feel good every single day.” “A lot of gut issues are common, but we need to remember they're not normal. And when we can get our gut functioning as it should, life gets a lot better. We get better energy. We don't struggle with nutrient deficiencies. We don't feel so weighed down so inflamed.” “Our digestion, our bowel movements are an important part and part of our health. We can learn a lot about our gut through that. But, it is kind of TMI for some people. This is something to talk to somebody about or talk to an expert about. Go to your doctor and figure things out.” Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

You can find all the information you need from videos, books, the internet, etc., but a coach will help you effectively apply that knowledge to reach your goals, saving you both time and energy! Nikki shares with you five reasons why hiring a coach will prove so effective in your health and fitness journey and why some people hesitate before hiring one. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Her experience of investing in a coach Things that hold people back from investing in or getting a coach: Hiring a coach is often viewed as a constant expense — it should be seen as an investment Ego — some people want to do everything themselves and feel like getting assistance or hiring someone is a weakness The five key reasons why you need a coach You'll have somebody that is going to hold you accountable. Investing in a coach helps you with their knowledge and expertise You'll be surrounded by people that have the same goals and aspirations as you—that will make your journey a lot easier. Having someone to help you when things get difficult can save you time getting back into your routine. Getting a coach saves you a lot of time of struggling and being burned out Memorable Quotes: "You are worth investing in yourself; you're worth making commitments to your goals." "There is no badge of honor in struggling every single day and being miserable. So if there's a solution, look for those solutions, and it could be a coach. It could be something else. But don't ever be afraid to ask for help." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/

Is finding the motivation to exercise consistently is a challenge for you? Perhaps it's because you're tired, not because you're lazy. Nikki explores the connection between energy and motivation, as well as what you can do in order to deal with low energy and a lack of motivation to work out. In this podcast episode, Nikki shares: Identifying why you're not being consistent with your workout habit Best ways to maintain a consistent exercise routine How Nikki worked with clients to get them into a routine by making them feel good about themselves The difference between eating and nourishing your body The need for optimizing and prioritizing your nutrition and sleep The reasons why you're struggling with your body composition goals Memorable Quotes: "There's always going to be certain thing points of resistance in your journey. And identifying where those blocks and those obstacles are, is going to be the number one way you can overcome it." "If your nutrition sucks, if your sleep sucks, if your adrenals are toast, your exercise routine is gonna feel like a constant uphill battle." "Focus on nutrition, focus on getting enough sleep, focus on your mindset, and you'll notice you'll have more energy, you'll feel better, you'll be a lot more motivated." Links Mentioned: To join our FREE Facebook community, go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NIXINCommunity To learn more about our coaching programs, DM me "Health First" on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek Apply to work with NIXIN Nutrition: www.nikkikorek.com Nikki's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nikkikorek/ Nikki's Website - https://www.nikkikorek.com/