Steph Gates Nutrition

Steph Gates Nutrition Digestive symptoms aren’t just food issues.
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Helping you to truly nourish your body so you can ditch the fatigue, hormone, and gut issues!

In this office, we don't fear hunger in the morning; we use it 😉Most of the women I see are barely hungry in the morning...
04/29/2026

In this office, we don't fear hunger in the morning; we use it 😉

Most of the women I see are barely hungry in the morning.

It's not necessarily intentional, but it definitely helps avoid some of the symptoms like bloating and heartburn they're trying to resolve. Or even preventing the scale from going up.

But, the real reason you're not hungry until 10:00 or even later isn't the flex you think it is.

It's telling us that your body needs some help. Your digestion is slow. Same with your metabolism. It's craving nutrients and deeper support.

We don't force your body into change, though. It's a very slow & gradual process.

Because you will eventually feel hungry again. And I'll be here celebrating with you because it's one of my most favorite wins!

We're helping your body feel safe enough to begin asking for food. That’s where true healing happens.

Ladies, here’s what I’m really noticing as I’m interpreting lab results lately:I *know* it seems like symptoms appear ov...
04/28/2026

Ladies, here’s what I’m really noticing as I’m interpreting lab results lately:

I *know* it seems like symptoms appear overnight in our bodies, or bloodwork starts coming back flagged all of a sudden.

•High cholesterol
•Sleep isn’t so great anymore
•Weight continuously creeps up
•Your stomach is acting weird more often
•Pre diabetes is all of a sudden on your radar

These are very real things that I’m seeing many women begin to deal with as they get closer to mid 40s and beyond….and of course, sometimes earlier.

Absolutely, our bodies are changing. We can’t get by with everything we used to. But, it also doesn’t just go to 💩 overnight either!

When we test your minerals and I’m looking at your results, I can absolutely see what’s been going on in your body for awhile now.

Oftentimes, low nutrient levels across the board because we’ve been far more stressed than we even realize & are running on depletion. And remember, stress comes from all sorts of things.

My favorite is when a client says “I’m not stressed.”
But their Magnesium looks like this 👇

And that calcium? That’s a metabolism that’s slowed down and is struggling to create energy.

These results tell a story. They reveal patterns. It’s far more than just take this supplement or eat this food. But rather, taking a good look into how we’re living life as well.

So yeah, if what you’ve been doing still isn’t working. You don’t have to accept that it will always be that way. Sometimes it just requires a different approach.

Lunch prep for the week, because it’s one less decision that I have to make in my day! I aim to prioritize protein…witho...
04/27/2026

Lunch prep for the week, because it’s one less decision that I have to make in my day!

I aim to prioritize protein…without being obsessive about it 😅

When you see me sharing photos of my meals, I never want you to feel like you need to eat like I do.

BUT, I do hope that you can see (especially as women) that we really do need a good amount of food in our day.

I have these conversations every single week with women from all walks of life and of various ages.

I know you think you're overeating. I'm willing to bet you're not though. In over 4 years of this work, I have not had one single client that was overeating on a daily basis.

Under fueling is what keeps us stuck.
Whether it's digestive or gut health related. Hormones. Or weight. We have to nourish our bodies! 😘

I am no stranger to the evening snack monster that seemed to show up each week, sometimes multiple nights. Oftentimes hi...
04/19/2026

I am no stranger to the evening snack monster that seemed to show up each week, sometimes multiple nights.

Oftentimes hitting as early as getting home from the classroom and finally sitting down for the day. That used to be my reality.

Most people try to fix their night cravings, at night.

How many times have you told yourself?
👉 “I need to stop snacking after dinner.”
👉 “THIS is the week I’ll start being more disciplined.”

But, if your body is under fueled earlier in the day, you’re going to feel it later.

Every single time.

I see a lot of this while reviewing food logs:
•not enough protein earlier in the day
•low fiber intake
•meals that are too small to sustain energy
•long gaps between meals
•running on caffeine instead of actual fuel

So by the time evening hits, your body is trying to catch up…and quickly. That’s why it wants something sweet, salty, or just more.

Your body is simply responding, that’s all.

Instead of trying to control cravings, you can start to support your body in a way that makes them quieter.

Simple shifts that will make a big difference:
🍽️ Front load your day by eating a well rounded breakfast (even if it’s super simple)
🍽️ Making sure lunch actually keeps you full for at least a few hours
🍽️ Closing long gaps between meals 👉Add in a snack if needed
🍽️ Not relying on coffee (or energy drinks) to carry your energy

When we fix your day, nighttime gets easier.

This is the kind of thing that’s not always easy to see on your own.

But, it can be very obvious when a trained nutrition professional like myself, looks at your full day.

As my client, I’m looking at your real meals
Identifying what’s missing
And together; I help you make small, realistic adjustments that not only stick…but work for real life.

Want help spotting this in your routine?
Reach out to discuss options.

Like 90% of the women I work with; it was never only about the weight control.No one loves how they look when they're bl...
04/13/2026

Like 90% of the women I work with; it was never only about the weight control.

No one loves how they look when they're bloated!

Getting ready for summer doesn't have to mean:
• starting all over
•cutting everything out {ice cream dates are a must!}
• feeling at war with your body

Start here:
👉Support your digestion
👉Balance your meals
👉Stop guessing what your body needs

The unofficial start to summer is in 6 weeks. And I'm inviting you to work with me so that you too, can enjoy the best time of the year....without those unwanted symptoms!

Reach out to get started or schedule a free call here: https://p.bttr.to/3seOIwa

If you're tired of not being able to enjoy food like you once used to and feeling bloated, heavy & honestly, a little de...
04/06/2026

If you're tired of not being able to enjoy food like you once used to and feeling bloated, heavy & honestly, a little defeated by it all.

And you're ready to feel calm, comfortable and confident after you eat

That's when you hire me 💜

“If I gave you everything you wanted, could you actually hold it?”I heard this during a class and while it was pertainin...
03/25/2026

“If I gave you everything you wanted, could you actually hold it?”

I heard this during a class and while it was pertaining to business; I immediately thought of how perfectly it relates to our health as well.

If I could wave a magic wand & you could lose 15 pounds; would you be able to maintain that?

If I could make your daily heartburn and bloating go away instantly; would you know what to do to sustain that?

That lab work you’ve been worried about, if it suddenly improved; could you keep it that way?

For most of us, no. We couldn’t. We haven’t learned the tools & habits necessary to do so. We haven’t put the reps in yet.

Four years ago in March, I graduated nutritional therapy school and officially opened up Steph Gates Nutrition.

Four years. And I’ll be completely honest with you, it’s been a lot of hard work! A lot of self doubt that I had to work through. A lot of growth. A LOT of reps.

And looking back, I am so grateful that it’s taken me this long to get where I’m at.

Because the growth, the lessons, the reps…that’s what made it sustainable.

It’s the same approach I take with your health. Except, it doesn’t take us 4 years to get where you want to be 😆

But, we’re not chasing quick wins here. We’re actually building something that lasts!

Because you’re absolutely worth it and you deserve that type of care 💜

Happy Spring 🌷☀️If you live in the Midwest, you know how long winter can feel; especially when it comes to mood, energy ...
03/20/2026

Happy Spring 🌷☀️

If you live in the Midwest, you know how long winter can feel; especially when it comes to mood, energy and vitamin D levels.

I wanted to share a quick client win:

She had been supplementing with vitamin D on & off for years without much change.
But recently, her levels are finally improving.

Little by little, they’ve increased over the past 9 months. And, they’re officially in optimal range!

It’s not because we added more vitamin D.
But rather, we started supporting the minerals behind it.

This is the piece most people miss.

If low vitamin D is something you’ve struggled with, and it’s not improving despite supplementation…there’s usually a deeper reason.

I see this often in my 1:1 clients. But when we focus on their specific nutrient + mineral needs; vitamin D levels tend to improve alongside it.

Symptoms getting worse at night? It’s not random. More often than not, it’s a reflection of what’s been going on through...
03/19/2026

Symptoms getting worse at night?
It’s not random.

More often than not, it’s a reflection of what’s been going on throughout the whole day & even longer.

Small, consistent shifts really can go a long way here.

This is exactly the kind of pattern we focus on inside of my 1:1 work: helping you understand what your body needs + creating a clear plan to support it.

If you’ve been struggling with this and want personalized guidance, feel free to reach out and I can share more about how I’m currently working with clients.

Looking back, heartburn wasn't the beginning of my digestive issues.But, it sure was the symptom that got my attention! ...
03/11/2026

Looking back, heartburn wasn't the beginning of my digestive issues.

But, it sure was the symptom that got my attention!

If I were dealing with heartburn right now; eliminating spicy foods, chocolate, or caffeine wouldn't be my top priority.

I'd want to know why my digestion was struggling in the first place.

Because when you support it as the whole system it is, l'm talking things like:
👉stomach acid
👉mineral balance
👉meal timing
👉how you're living daily life

Symptoms like heartburn get the chance to actually calm down and even go away.

Last chance to complete the survey for a chance to win a free bag of Just Ingredients electrolytes (your choice of flavo...
03/11/2026

Last chance to complete the survey for a chance to win a free bag of Just Ingredients electrolytes (your choice of flavor)!

Survey: https://forms.gle/cDWhxrfJtRDoDndw8

I’m especially looking for feedback from individuals who have never worked with me before.

And if you struggle with any digestive symptoms such as: bloating, heartburn, stomachaches, alternating constipation and loose stools.

As well as intentional weight loss is a goal of yours.

Please consider spending 5 minutes to fill out this survey, I greatly appreciate the feedback!

https://forms.gle/cDWhxrfJtRDoDndw8

A huge thank you to everyone that has already submitted theirs, you’re the best! 😘 I will choose a winner at the end of the week.

Heartburn is one of those symptoms that has quietly become normalized.But digestion affects so much more than just your ...
03/05/2026

Heartburn is one of those symptoms that has quietly become normalized.

But digestion affects so much more than just your stomach.

It influences:
👉energy
👉inflammation
👉cravings
👉even how your body regulates weight

If heartburn or reflux is something that you deal with regularly, it's often worth looking at digestion as a whole system rather than just avoiding certain foods.

And yes, medication will mask the symptoms. But, long term use affects other areas and nutrient levels.

More to come on this topic!

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