Functional Health Support with Cindy

09/23/2026

Recently I was asked;

What are the benefits of 7-8 hours of sleep on Weight Loss?
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Great question! Here's the short version of what the research shows:

- **Hunger hormones can shift.** In one well-known study, people who slept only about 4 hours had higher ghrelin (the "I'm hungry" hormone) and lower leptin (the "I'm full" hormone) the next day, and reported feeling hungrier. Newer reviews say this hormone effect isn't consistent for everyone, though — it's one piece of the puzzle, not the whole story.
- **Cortisol drops.** Poor sleep keeps cortisol high, and chronically elevated cortisol is linked to more fat storage, especially around the belly.
- **Your metabolism stays on track.** Sleep helps regulate blood sugar and insulin sensitivity. Studies show even a week of short sleep makes insulin noticeably less effective, which makes fat loss harder.
- **Fewer cravings.** A tired brain seeks quick energy — sugar and carbs. In experiments, sleep-deprived people ate roughly 385 extra calories a day, mostly energy-dense junk food. Well-rested people make calmer, healthier food choices without relying on willpower alone.
- **Recovery is better.** If you're working out, deep sleep is when your body releases most of its growth hormone, which supports muscle repair — and muscle is what keeps your metabolism humming.

Bottom line: you can do everything right with food and exercise, but without enough sleep your body works against you. Aim for that 7-8 hours — it's one of the most underrated weight loss tools there is. 💤

09/21/2026

My new website is LIVE!
After 39 years as a nurse, I’m bringing that experience into my work as a Certified Holistic Health Coach at Empowering Women’s Wellness.
Explore support for holistic nutrition, weight loss, perimenopause and menopause lifestyle, GLP-1 metabolism and peptides, and HTMA test consultations.
Visit the link in my bio to learn more—and please share this with a friend who may need it.

What area of your wellness would you most like support with right now?

09/21/2026

> Ladies, can we talk about sleep for a minute? 😴
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> Here's what I've learned after all these years working with women: we're great at taking care of everyone else, and sleep is usually the first thing we sacrifice. Then we wonder why the weight won't budge, our patience is thin, and we're dragging by 3 p.m.
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> Here's the truth: sleep isn't a luxury — it's the foundation. It's when your body balances hormones, repairs itself, and resets your metabolism. You can eat all the right foods and do all the right things, but if you're not sleeping well, you're swimming upstream.
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> So tell me honestly — how many hours are you actually getting? No judgment here! ‼️

09/20/2026

I’m excited to share that my new website for Empowering Women’s Wellness is now live!

After 39 years as a nurse, I’ve seen how powerful it can be when women have practical support, clear information, and a wellness plan that fits real life.

As a Certified Holistic Health Coach, I’m honored to continue that work through personalized coaching.

On my new website, you can learn more about my services:

• Holistic nutrition
• Weight loss
• Perimenopause and menopause lifestyle
• GLP-1 metabolism and peptides
• HTMA test consultations

Visit https://empowerwomanswellness.com to learn more.

Please share this post with a friend who may be looking for this kind of support.

What area of your wellness would you most like support with right now?

Holistic wellness coaching, fitness, and mindset support for women ages 30–70 navigating health and life transitions. Virtual and in-person, local and nationwide.

09/18/2026

FROM THE H&G HOME PAGE:

OUR FREE COMMUNITY CALL WAS AMAZING TODAY!

Thanks to those who invited + joined in live- I hope you see some new orders come from the explanation of how Hugh & Grace wellness products are at the FOUNDATION of a successful health journey in Medical Weightloss

Big thanks to Calie Calabrese, Jami Schmidt & Jamie Fifer for helping present and share all your wisdom.

If you'd like the recording ,Comment : Recording

09/05/2026

Excited that we only have 3 more days until we begin our Total Body Clean up🎉🎉

Three small habits and simple swaps to reset, get back on track, supporting our wellness with Foundational Support 👐

DM RESET for your Invite to the Private Group just for this Challenge.

09/02/2026

Why I Became a Hugh & Grace Advocate 💜

I didn’t become a Hugh & Grace Advocate because I was looking for something else to sell.

I became an Advocate because somewhere along the way, my own journey became part of my purpose.

As a nurse, I spent years caring for and listening to women. And then I became one of those women navigating the changes that come with midlife myself.

The weight that seemed to show up differently.
The changes in energy, sleep and mood.
The feeling that what used to work suddenly…didn’t.
And the frustrating message so many women hear:
“It’s just part of getting older.”

But I wasn’t ready to accept that feeling poorly had to be the price of aging.
I wanted to understand more.
That curiosity led me deeper into learning about hormone health, nutrition, lifestyle, environmental exposures and the everyday choices that can support how we feel as we move through perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
And eventually, it led me to Hugh & Grace.

What began with products and curiosity became something I never expected — a community, an education and a new chapter of purpose.

Being an Advocate has given me opportunities to learn from others, grow personally, meet incredible women and share information that may help another woman ask better questions and become more intentional about her own wellness.
The honor of becoming a member of this community where it just feels different. The support and encouragement has given me the confidence to go forward in my own growth, it has given me confidence to go get my Holistic Nutrition Certification 🎉

Yes, there is an opportunity to earn income.
But for me, the benefits have become about so much more than $$$.

It’s the woman who messages me because something I shared made her feel understood

It’s being able to say, “I’ve struggled with some of this too.”

It’s having conversations about things women were once expected to quietly tolerate.

And it’s realizing that after a long career of caring for others, my calling to help women didn’t end when I retired — it simply changed shape.

Today, I get to combine my nursing experience, my wellness coaching, my own midlife journey and what I continue to learn through Hugh & Grace to help women feel more informed, supported and empowered in their health.
And that has changed my life.

So if you’ve ever watched what I do and wondered…
“What does being an Advocate actually mean?”
Maybe it’s time we had that conversation.
Not because you have to sell something.
Not because you need to become an influencer.
And not because you need to have everything figured out.
Maybe you’re simply curious.
Maybe you’re on your own perimenopause or menopause journey.

Or maybe, like me, you have a feeling that the experiences you’ve walked through could someday help someone else.

Sometimes the next chapter of our lives begins with nothing more than being willing to ask…
“What if there’s more for me?” 💜

If that question has ever crossed your mind, send me “CURIOUS” privately. I’d love to share what being a Hugh & Grace Advocate has meant in my life — beyond the paycheck.

09/01/2026

As a retired RN turned holistic coach, I keep my workout prep simple and mindful.
Slow breaths, warm water, a quiet playlist, then movement.
I’m into gentle, low-clutter routines that feel aligned with me lately.
If you lean holistic too, what’s in your pre-workout ritual? ✨

08/31/2026

Ready to head into fall feeling a little lighter, clearer, and more energized?

Enrollment for my Fall 28-Day Total Body Reset is open August 31–September 5!

For 28 days, we’ll focus on simple, supportive habits designed to help you:
✨ Reduce bloat
✨ Support a healthy inflammatory response
✨ Clear up brain fog
✨ Improve energy
✨ Feel better in your body

No extremes. No chasing perfection. Just 28 days of making YOU a priority. 💜

We begin September 8th!
Comment RESET or send me a message if you want the details. 🍂

08/29/2026

✨ There’s a LOT happening around here — but you don’t have to do it all.
I realized as I looked at everything coming up that I have several different ways I can support you right now.
And instead of filling your feed with one offer after another, I thought I would simply let YOU choose what you’re most interested in. 💜
So… what sounds most like you right now?
🛍️ 1 — I LOVE A GOOD DEAL
We are in the final 48 hours of the Hugh & Grace Founders Birthday Sale! There are 4 product bundles for just $48, and they disappear August 31st.
🌿 2 — I’M CURIOUS ABOUT BECOMING AN ADVOCATE
Maybe you love the products, want the discount, are looking for a little extra income, or simply want to know what being an Advocate is all about. $5 Advocate enrollment ends August 31st.
✨ 3 — TELL ME ABOUT THE NEW SKINCARE
Our 5-in-1 Facial Cleanser is returning this week! If simplifying your skincare routine sounds good, you’ll want to hear about this one.
🍂 4 — I’M READY FOR A FALL RESET
Enrollment for my 28-Day Fall Total Body Challenge opens August 31st! We begin September 8th, and we’ll be focusing on simple, realistic habits to help us feel stronger and better heading into fall.
📖 5 — SAVE ME A SEAT IN THE BOOK CLUB
Our team Book Club begins September 8th! We’ll be reading Hormone Health Simplified by Hugh & Grace co-founders Sara and Ben Jensen and talking about what we’re learning along the way.
And maybe your answer is…
👀 6 — I’m just watching and learning right now.
That’s perfectly okay too.
Comment the NUMBER that interests you most — or send it to me privately — and I’ll share the details for that ONE thing with you.
No information overload. No pressure.
Just choose what speaks to you right now. 💜