Essejay Lifestyle

01/07/2025

Be inspired at this live in-person LOCAL Cooktown event!

Come and see both the TM6 and TM7 in action!

Get all the tips and tricks from local Thermi Lovers.

Practical and creative, time-saving, healthy and delicious way to cook.

What a great reason to get together!

Contact Jacynta Hunt to book your spot!

🎉 Thermomix Workshop – You’re Invited! 🎉
🍴 Hosted by Thermi Inspired Creations – Cooking with Teila & Jacynta
📍 Cooktown CWA Hall
📅 Sunday, 6th July
🕚 11:00 AM
✨ Come along for a morning of foodie fun!
🌟 See the brand new TM7 live in action!
💡 Get tips, tricks & inspo for TM6 owners
🎟️ Grab your ticket now – spots are limited!
📲 Purchase tickets online or call 0429 351 804 to book!
💚 Let’s cook, connect & be inspired together!

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27/03/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗟𝗣-𝟭 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀 & 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗺

🚀 Did you know your body has a built-in fat-burning & hunger-regulating system?

Your 𝗚𝗟𝗣-𝟭 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲 plays a crucial role in:
✅ Reducing cravings
✅ Stabilizing blood sugar
✅ Enhancing fat metabolism

How to naturally activate it? 👇
🥦 Eat more fibre-rich foods (veggies, legumes, whole grains)
🦠 Add fermented foods (yogurt, kimchi, kefir)
🥑 Increase healthy fats (avocados, nuts, olive oil)
⏳ Try intermittent fasting (IF helps trigger GLP-1 release!)
🧬 Activate gut-brain axis with the latest nutraceuticals

💬 Want more tips? Join our 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 for expert insights and real support from women just like you! Let’s thrive together!

💖 DM me for the invite link or type in '𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞' below.

27/03/2025

𝟱 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝘁

🌿 Menopause & Belly Fat—What You Can Do About It!
Visceral fat is highly responsive to lifestyle changes. Here are 5 simple shifts you can make today:

1️⃣ Move Your Body Daily – Strength training + cardio = fat-burning powerhouse!
2️⃣ Eat Anti-Inflammatory Foods – Lean proteins, healthy fats, and fibre keep hormones balanced.
3️⃣ Manage Stress – High cortisol = more belly fat. Try meditation, walks, or deep breathing.
4️⃣ Prioritize Sleep – Poor sleep disrupts hormones. Optimize your bedtime routine!
5️⃣ Support Your Gut – Probiotics & fibre boost GLP-1, which helps curb cravings and balance blood sugar.

✨ Small changes = BIG impact! Which one are you focusing on this week? Drop a 💪 if you're in!

25/03/2025

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲?

🛑 Struggling with belly fat in midlife? You’re not alone!
As oestrogen levels decline, your body shifts its fat storage patterns—favouring the abdomen rather than the hips and thighs.

This increase in visceral fat is more than just frustrating; it’s linked to serious health risks like heart disease, diabetes, and even breast cancer.

👉 The good news? You’re not powerless! With the right lifestyle shifts, you can take back control.

Stay tuned for our top strategies to reduce belly fat naturally and feel your best in midlife!

💬 Tell me: Have you noticed changes in where your body stores fat? Let’s talk about it in the comments!

21/03/2025

🙈 🙉 🙊 If you could say FIVE WORDS or less to your younger self, what would they be?

20/03/2025

❓ 🦉 Is this one too easy?

19/03/2025

𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐂𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐈𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

Did you know that constant cravings for sugar, carbs, and even fruit can indicate deeper imbalances in your body?
It’s a vicious cycle—one I know all too well.

Sugar cravings aren’t just about willpower; they’re often signs of:
🥹 A struggling microbiome
🥹 Hormonal imbalances
🥹 Nutritional deficiencies

While sugar might give you that quick energy boost, it comes with a long list of potential consequences:
😫 Fatty liver
😫 Heart disease
😫 Chronic inflammation
😫 Neurological concerns (e.g., Alzheimer’s)
😫 Mental health challenges like depression
😫 Addictive tendencies (needing more to feel the same effect)
😫 Poor appetite control and constant hunger
😫 Weight gain and acne
😫 Diabetes, cancer, and premature ageing

These cravings and imbalances can leave your body running on empty, operating in overdrive just to function.

So, what can you do? Instead of giving in to sugary snacks or quick fixes, focus on stabilising your blood sugar and supporting your body’s natural balance.

Here are some tips:
🦋 Stay hydrated—dehydration can mimic hunger.
🦋 Include protein and healthy fats with each meal to curb cravings.
🦋 Supplement wisely to fill nutritional gaps.
🦋 Support your gut with probiotics.
🦋 Activate your body’s pathways to help fight inflammation, oxidative stress, cellular damage.
🦋 Prioritise quality sleep.
🦋 Choose real, nutrient-dense foods, including low-GI fruit and quality proteins.

If you’re looking to break the sugar cycle and reduce inflammation, reach out to me to learn more about tools designed to support your health journey from the inside out.

⚖️ Your body was made to thrive, not just survive.
⚖️ Let’s get back to balance.

18/03/2025

⭐ Super cool NEW research shows just how important the bacteria in your gut is for your health ...

… and also for preventing and treating disease in the future! 💯

It’s not just the bacteria that matters, but also the genes they contain.

🤓 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝟮𝟶𝟶 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆!

💪 We all know broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower are good for you, right?
They contain vitamins, minerals, and fibre.

👉 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗴𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀.

🦠 There’s actually a bacteria in your gut – called 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗻 – that can transform those chemicals into compounds called 𝗶𝘀𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗰𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, which have protective effects against certain cancers.

🥦 Amazing, right?
Well, scientists have pinpointed exactly WHICH gene inside that bacteria that’s responsible for producing isothiocyanates – and discovered that adding it to other bacteria helps them produce it, too!

🤯 MIND BLOWN!

🥗 The takeaway: Say yes to broccoli! And be sure to take care of your gut health with a healthy diet, enough sleep & exercise, and cutting back on stress … since they ALL affect your microbiome.

𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 👇👇 Your favourite ways or recipes to adding broccoli to your meals or snacks 🥦

18/03/2025

🌸 Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, making changes to your health feels impossible? 🌸

You're not alone.

Most people are so busy juggling everything, they struggle with prioritising their health. But here's the truth: your health journey doesn't have to be overwhelming.

It all starts with your mindset. 💭✨

➡️ If you don’t believe you’re capable of change, it’s almost impossible to build healthy habits.
➡️ If you don’t feel worthy of prioritising yourself, you’ll always put everything and everyone else first.
➡️ But when you shift your mindset, even the smallest changes can lead to lasting transformation! 🌟

Here’s the thing:
🌸You ARE worthy of change.
🌸 Start with one small win—don’t focus on the big goal, just take that first step.
🌸 Let go of perfectionism—imperfect action is still progress! 🙌

Are you ready to shift your mindset and finally feel like you’re capable of living a healthier life? 💪

Let’s start your health journey together! 💕✨

🦋 What's one decision you can make TODAY that 'tells' your brain...

💝 You are worthy!
💝 You are capable!
💝 You are loved!

🦋 I believe in YOU!!

17/03/2025

💖 The Heart Health Wake-Up Call Most Women Over 50 Miss 💖

Did you know that heart attacks in women often don’t look like the dramatic chest-clutching scenes we see on TV? Instead, they can show up as:

😩 Unusual fatigue (feeling “off” or drained for no clear reason)
😰 Shortness of breath—even without exertion
🤢 Nausea, indigestion, or a heavy feeling in the stomach
😵‍💫 Dizziness or feeling lightheaded
😖 Pain in the jaw, neck, or upper back

Many women brush these off as stress, aging, or just "pushing through"—but ignoring these signs can be dangerous!

After menopause, declining estrogen levels make our hearts more vulnerable, so now is the time to listen to your body and take proactive steps for heart health.

💡 A few simple habits can go a long way:
🥗 Nourish with anti-inflammatory foods
🚶‍♀️ Move your body daily—walk, stretch, dance!
🛌 Prioritise deep rest & stress management
💙 Listen to your body's whispers before they become shouts

And a little known secret I learnt recently is that supporting your OWN production of GLP-1 hormone back into balance:

Supports Heart Health because your GLP-1 Hormone:
🫀 Lowers blood pressure
🫀 Prevents plaque build-up in arteries
🫀 Supports heart function, lowering heart failure risk
🫀 Reduces oxidative stress and inflammation

Your heart does so much for you—it's time to show it some love. 💕

Have you ever experienced any of these surprising heart symptoms? Let’s talk in the comments! ⬇️