Enhanced Health Solutions

Enhanced Health Solutions Holistic nutrition counseling and health coaching for a vibrant midlife It is NOT a disease despite what the medical community and media would have you believe.

I’m on a mission to help women experience a symptom-free menopause transition as well as reduce the risk of developing age-related diseases such as osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Menopause represents a natural transition in life akin to that of puberty, menarche, and childbirth. Every woman living through mid-life will undergo this biological event. Many women sail thr

ough the transition without any symptoms other than a gradual cessation of their menstrual periods (NIH, 2005, p. 2). Unfortunately, some women experience one or more bothersome symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain, insomnia, mood swings, and decreased libido. Research has shown the most relevant factors influencing a woman’s quality of life during the menopause transition include her social situation and her experience of stressful life events (Hunter, 1993, p. 33). The ongoing activation of the stress response can disrupt almost all body processes, causing symptoms in common with those attributed to menopause such as weight gain, insomnia, forgetfulness, mood swings, and decreased libido (Mayo Clinic Staff, 2016). Treating the symptoms of chronic stress with menopause hormone therapy and other FDA approved pharmaceuticals does not address the underlying root cause. If left unaddressed, the chronic stress you face in midlife can progress from annoying symptoms to the serious pathologies already mentioned. At Enhanced Health Solutions, we aim to reduce the complexity and stress women face in midlife by implementing simple diet and lifestyle practices inspired by our hunter-gatherer and pre-industrial ancestors. REFERENCES:

Hunter, M. S. (1993). Predictors of menopausal symptoms: psychosocial aspects. Bailliere’s Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 7(1), 33–45. Mayo Clinic Staff. (2016, April 21). Chronic stress puts your health at risk. Retrieved July 21, 2018, from http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress/art-20046037

NIH. (2005). NIH State-of-the-Science conference statement on management of menopause-related symptoms. NIH Consensus and State-of-the-Science Statements, 22(1), 1–38.

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03/12/2023

Feeling a bit jet-lagged this morning? You're not imagining this effect of our clocks springing forward an hour. In my free online course "Spring Forward: Strategies for Rejuvenating Your Body", I share a 7-day action plan to help you make the transition to daylight savings and enhance your energy. Click below to register.

Strategies for Rejuvenating Your Body

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01/08/2023

In this brief video, my friend Ellen Spiegel shares a simple and effective worksheet to help you define and prioritize your goals for 2023. I encourage you to invest the time (a short 13 min) to learn from this very successful business owner.

In this video, I'm talking about goal setting and why it's so important. I'll share 4 reasons why you should set goals and reinvent yourself today if you REA...

Recently I had the honor of hanging out with the dynamic duo behind Transformation Cafe, host Robin Masiewicz with co-ho...
10/14/2021

Recently I had the honor of hanging out with the dynamic duo behind Transformation Cafe, host Robin Masiewicz with co-host Amy Frost. The conversation centered on natural ways to overcome stress-induced fatigue, including the superheroes of the herbal world, adaptogens.

So, pour yourself a comforting cup of tea and join us as we explore the herbs that can help your body "adapt" to the moment.

Recently I had the honor of hanging out with the dynamic duo behind Transformation Cafe, host Robin Masiewicz with co-host Amy Frost. The conversation centered on natural ways to overcome stress-in…

I just registered for this online event...tea and flowers, does it get any better than that?
04/13/2021

I just registered for this online event...tea and flowers, does it get any better than that?

An Assembly of Flowers: Medicine Stories and Tea Time with Herbalists Registration

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03/19/2021

What candles are you letting melt in the closet? Fascinating TED talk I encourage you to watch.

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03/10/2021

Winter has shed her mantel and given way to the rebirth and rejuvenation of spring! Learn how to tap into the energy of this season by participating in this FREE online course. You'll learn simple ways to use diet and lifestyle to... Enhance your energy, boost productivity, clear brain fog, and rejuvenate your skin. During this 60-minute self-directed course, I'll answer these questions and more:...
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Winter has shed her mantel and given way to the rebirth and rejuvenation of spring! Learn how to tap into the energy of this season by participating in this FREE online course. You’ll learn s…

Daylight savings is coming soon. Do you have a solid morning routine to help you make the transition? Check out the ar...
03/07/2021

Daylight savings is coming soon. Do you have a solid morning routine to help you make the transition? Check out the article by Mark Sisson to explore more. Mark writes, "It’s a ritual you’ve consciously carved out time to do in the name of self-care and sanity, because you value your health, happiness, and general wellbeing."

Most of us lead busy, hectic lives. A good morning routine can increase well-being, unlock creativity, decrease stress, and even help you sleep better. You can include morning skincare, meditation, exercise—whatever gives YOU a head start. Here's where to begin.

Dr. Mariza Snyder is hosting her free online conference Perimenopause and Menopause Relief Summit. Check it out.
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Dr. Mariza Snyder is hosting her free online conference Perimenopause and Menopause Relief Summit. Check it out.

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A new year begins in 5 days. Have you made a resolution to get back to healthy habits in 2021? If so, join me for the ...
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A new year begins in 5 days. Have you made a resolution to get back to healthy habits in 2021? If so, join me for the next RESTART Program. In just 5 weeks, you can see real results...increased energy, reduced sugar cravings, and your clothes might fit better. Learn more here...

The RESTART® Program is a simple, powerful way to give your body a vacation from sugar and processed foods. With a 3-week sugar detox built right in, the program focuses on how to use REAL FOOD to …

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Recertified tonight as a Primal Health Coach. Over the last 8 weeks, I've been studying the new material added since I completed the program in 2018. I'm relieved to have passed the recertification exam. The new program dives deeper into the science behind ancestral diet and lifestyle concepts as well as providing an in-depth exploration of coaching in the integrative health coaching environment. Would I recommend this new program to someone interested in forging a career in holistic health coaching? You betcha (using this phrase as a shout out to family and friends in the Twin-City area).

05/28/2020

I hope you and those you hold dear are safe and well.

I know I haven't posted in a very long time. Please allow me to explain my absence from blogging and otherwise engaging with you all.

In addition to my role as a Holistic Nutritionist and Primal Health Coach, I work full-time for an inspiring non-profit dialysis company on a mission to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. My work at this company has kept me very busy creating courses to teach the employees about various topics related to COVID-19.

I remain committed to helping you with your health quest. Please feel free to reach out to me via direct message or email me at cfitz@enhancedhealthsolutions.com if I can be of service to you in these uncertain times.

In friendship,

Catie

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02/26/2020

Dr. Minich has made real the dream I had of a compilation of the most recent nutrition research, summarizing the recent science so you don't have to. She's now offering a monthly subscription to her Nutrition Research Digest, which is only $129 for the year, providing hours of content and summaries: https://www.foodandspirit.com/nutrition-research-digest/

I'm in! Thank you, Deanna, for sharing this invaluable resource.

The Certified Food & Spirit Practitioner Program: Online courses, mentorship, and community.. Learn how to combine 21st century science with the centuries-old wisdom of ancient medicine in a systematic, seamless way – both in your life, and in your practice.

01/14/2020

Many of us start a new year with a commitment to self-growth and self-improvement. I admire this habit and take this action myself. I take a slightly different approach than the traditional goal an…

Many of us start a new year with a commitment to self-growth and self-improvement. I admire this habit and take this act...
01/10/2020

Many of us start a new year with a commitment to self-growth and self-improvement. I admire this habit and take this action myself. I take a slightly different approach than the traditional goal and resolution setting most people equate with the New Year. I shared my approach, RISQ Take, on the radio show Transformation Cafe in December 2018. I began writing a new post and realized the 2018 post did a thorough job covering the topic. So, rather than rewrite, I'm reposting. When you are ready, click here to revisit the RISQ Take radio recording and access the slides.
http://enhancedhealthsolutions.com/2020/01/09/hello-new-decade-lets-talk/

Many of us start a new year with a commitment to self-growth and self-improvement. I admire this habit and take this action myself. I take a slightly different approach than the traditional goal an…

Have you made a resolution to get back to healthy habits in 2020? If so, join me for the next RESTART Program. In just...
01/10/2020

Have you made a resolution to get back to healthy habits in 2020? If so, join me for the next RESTART Program. In just 5 weeks, you can see real results...increased energy, reduced sugar cravings, and your clothes might fit better. Learn more here...

The RESTART® Program is a simple, powerful way to give your body a vacation from sugar and processed foods. With a 3-week sugar detox built right in, the program focuses on how to use REAL FOOD to …

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Chronic stress in midlife: the pink elephant in the room

I’m on a mission to help women experience a symptom-free menopause transition as well as reduce the risk of developing age-related diseases such as osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.

Menopause represents a natural transition in life akin to that of puberty, menarche, and childbirth. It is NOT a disease despite what the medical community and media would have you believe. Every woman living through mid-life will undergo this biological event. Many women sail through the transition without any symptoms other than a gradual cessation of their menstrual periods (NIH, 2005, p. 2). Unfortunately, some women experience one or more bothersome symptoms such as hot flashes, weight gain, insomnia, mood swings, and decreased libido.

Research has shown the most relevant factors influencing a woman’s quality of life during the menopause transition include her social situation and her experience of stressful life events (Hunter, 1993, p. 33). The ongoing activation of the stress response can disrupt almost all body processes, causing symptoms in common with those attributed to menopause such as weight gain, insomnia, forgetfulness, mood swings, and decreased libido (Mayo Clinic Staff, 2016).

Treating the symptoms of chronic stress with menopause hormone therapy and other FDA approved pharmaceuticals does not address the underlying root cause. If left unaddressed, the chronic stress you face in midlife can progress from annoying symptoms to the serious pathologies already mentioned.