Jessica Lee Reader, MNT

10/27/2025

If your metabolism feels slower no matter what you eat or how much you move, you’re not imagining it.

During perimenopause and menopause, your hormones shift how your body uses energy. But here’s the good news: you can support your metabolism — without dieting, burnout, or restriction.

In my free 25-minute workshop, I’ll show you three simple steps to reset your metabolism and start feeling like yourself again.

You’ll also get my 7-Day Metabolism-Boosting Meal Plan with quick recipes you can start right away.

👉 Watch the workshop here: workshop.jessicaleereader.com/metabolism

Free 25-minute workshop for women 40+ to boost energy, metabolism, and sleep without dieting or overwhelm. Includes a free 7-day meal plan.

10/23/2025

I'm counting down the days until the Women's Outdoor Weekend Retreat with Palmetto Trail at Table Rock in November. If you're a woman who loves nature, adventure, hiking, delicious food, autumn leaves, live music, and bonding with other women, this is for you!

I'll be guiding the morning yoga classes by the fire, the Grounding in Nature yoga & forest therapy workshops, and the Wildly Nourished DIY snacks & hydration workshops.

You can sign up for a single day or stay for the whole weekend. I know you'll love it as much as I do! The retreat in February was incredible to be a part of, and I'm ecstatic for this one.

Palmetto Trail Women’s Outdoor Weekend WOW November 13-16, 2025 Experience the Palmetto Trail like never before during an unforgettable weekend packed with thrilling activities, inspiring learning opportunities, and vibrant conversations. Don’t miss the Palmetto Trail’s fourth annual Women’s...

10/20/2025

I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes rebranding my company from Vitalized Body to Jessica Lee Reader.

I wanted my brand to reflect the personal, one-on-one work I do with women — so it felt right to bring it under my own name.

Take a peek at my updated website to see how I help women in perimenopause and menopause feel better in their bodies — one simple, supportive step at a time. ❤️

Helping women in perimenopause and menopause restore energy, metabolism, mood, and sleep with personalized nutrition and lifestyle support.

10/16/2025

Watch my free workshop on YouTube:
🎥 3 Steps to More Energy in Perimenopause & Menopause

In it, I share the same 3 steps I use with my private clients to help them:
💛 Steady their energy throughout the day
💛 Calm cortisol and improve sleep
💛 Support metabolism without restrictive diets or burnout

➡️ Watch the full replay here: https://youtu.be/AF3WRq9gmsE?si=r00I1gelyOwIoVOA

If you’re ready to feel like yourself again, this is a great place to start.

Feeling exhausted, moody, or stuck with a slowing metabolism?You’re not imagining it — your body just needs new support.In this workshop, I’ll walk you throu...

10/14/2025

So many women in perimenopause and menopause tell me they just want their energy back—and to lose stubborn weight.

But here’s the truth: your energy and your metabolism are deeply connected…

And it’s not about dieting harder, counting calories, or restriction.

Your metabolism is how your whole body creates and sustains energy—and it’s shaped by:
• How your nervous system regulates stress
• How your blood sugar and cortisol work together
• How nutrients support steady energy and mood

That’s not dieting. That’s metabolic healing.

When you support your metabolism this way, you don’t just boost energy—you start feeling like yourself again.

Join me tomorrow, Oct 15 at 12 PM ET for my free workshop:
“3 Steps to More Energy in Perimenopause & Menopause.”

We’ll cover exactly how to restore steady energy.

Save your space here: https://vip-content.vitalizedbody.com/workshop

Can’t make it live? Register anyway, and I’ll send the replay.

09/30/2025

HRT isn’t the whole answer for perimenopause & menopause.
For some women, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be life-changing. I work with many women who choose this route — and I support them 100%.

But here’s the truth ⤵️
👉 Even with HRT, women often still struggle with fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, and sleep issues.
👉 HRT alone doesn’t address blood sugar balance, nutrition, or nervous system health.
👉 Every woman’s body responds differently — there’s no one-size-fits-all fix.

That’s why I focus on the missing pieces that make the biggest difference:
✨ Hormone-supportive nutrition
✨ Nervous system regulation
✨ Mind-body practices that restore metabolism, energy, sleep, and mood

Because feeling better in midlife isn’t just about replacing hormones — it’s about restoring balance across your whole body and life.

Ready to feel better (with or without HRT)?
Visit Jessicaleereader.com 🌿

09/25/2025

09/24/2025

Hi, I’m Jessica Lee Reader 👋

I’m a Master Nutrition Therapist, Women’s Wellness Coach, and Yoga Teacher with 15+ years of experience supporting women 40+ in perimenopause & menopause.

What I can help you with:
• Fatigue & energy crashes
• Mood swings & anxiety
• Weight gain & metabolism shifts
• Sleep struggles & high cortisol

🌷 Follow along for simple steps to start feeling like yourself again.

09/11/2025

The world has felt especially heavy these past couple of days.

Between the news cycle and the weight of daily life, it’s easy to feel anxious, on edge, or completely drained.

Here’s something simple you can do right now:
✨ Place your feet on the ground
✨ Put your hands on your heart
✨ Take three slow breaths

This signals to your nervous system: you’re safe.

It doesn’t solve everything happening out there, but it helps your body find steadiness in the moment.

If you’ve been feeling like stress, mood swings, or exhaustion are taking over, I want you to know you don’t have to carry it alone.

I work with women 1:1 to create simple, nourishing steps that bring more energy, better sleep, and calmer moods in midlife.

💗 You can book a free consult with me to explore what might support you best - https://l.bttr.to/Lc8q6

09/02/2025

I’ve officially launched a new page on my website dedicated to Yoga Retreats & Wellness Events for Women 40+ 🌿

For years, I’ve supported women through nutrition, hormone testing, and 1:1 coaching — and now I’m extending that work into group experiences that bring women together for restoration, connection, and support.

These retreats and events are designed specifically for women in perimenopause, menopause, and midlife, and include:

🧘 Gentle, hormone-supportive yoga
🌬️ Nervous system resets & breathwork
🥗 Nourishing practices for energy, sleep & metabolism
🤝 Community connection & collaboration
📍 Available in Greenville, Asheville, and beyond.

👉 Whether you’re part of a women’s circle, a wellness venue, or an organization looking for a unique experience, I’d love to collaborate.

You can explore the new page here: https://vitalizedbody.com/yoga/

Here’s to creating more spaces where women 40+ can reset, restore, and reconnect. 💛

Yoga retreats and group wellness events designed for women in midlife. Specializing in perimenopause and menopause support.

08/04/2025

My company was named one of South Carolina’s Best of the Best in Wellness for Holistic & Naturopathic Practices.

As a Master Nutrition Therapist, Women’s Wellness Coach, and Yoga Teacher, I’ve spent the past 15+ years helping women 40+ navigate perimenopause and menopause with clarity and confidence—using functional testing, holistic nutrition, and mind-body practices.

Through my work, I support women in restoring energy, mood, metabolism, and sleep—without restrictive diets or one-size-fits-all advice.

Check it out: https://guidetosouthcarolina.com/greenville/health-medical/vitalized-body

Learn more about me and my services: VitalizedBody.com

07/28/2025

What if your week started with calm, clarity, and support — instead of chaos and exhaustion?

This is the energy we created together this morning in yoga practice. ✨

Intentional movement. Breath. Stillness.
A space to reconnect with your body.

You don’t have to be in the studio to feel this kind of support.

Inside the Midlife Metabolism Reset, I guide women 40+ through simple nutrition, yoga, calming routines, and weekly coaching — all online.

Because sustainable change doesn’t come from pushing harder.
It comes from having a rhythm, a plan, and a community that keeps you going.

🌀 Our 4-week program starts August 13th
💻 All sessions and resources are online
🧘‍♀️ Want to reset your energy, metabolism, and mood?

Learn more and save your space now: https://vitalizedbody.com/hormone-metabolism-reset/