Trim Healthy Podcast w/Serene & Pearl (and some guy named Danny)

In this episode, Dan is joined by Kris Honeycutt and Rashida for a practical conversation about what it really takes to build healthy habits that last. Using the 7 Skills to Lasting Health as a guide, they share simple ways to make Trim Healthy Mama feel less overwhelming and more like a lifestyle you can actually live.
They talk about protein packed breakfasts, easy meal ideas, getting more plants into your day, and why having a few go to meals on repeat can make all the difference. Kris shares coaching wisdom from working with women every day, while Rashida offers real life tips from feeding a busy family and making healthy choices work in the middle of everyday life.
The conversation also covers fuel separation, crossovers, sugar cravings, healthy swaps, and practical ways to move your body without feeling like you need to live at the gym. From short walks and exercise snacks to finding movement you enjoy, the focus stays on progress, not perfection.
Most importantly, they dive into the mindset side of health. How do you stay consistent when you mess up? What do you do after an off plan meal? How do you stop starting over and finally build habits that stick? Kris shares some powerful coaching strategies for extending grace to yourself while still moving forward.
Whether you're brand new to Trim Healthy Mama or you've been around for years, this episode is full of encouragement, practical takeaways, and simple habit shifts that can help you build lasting health one step at a time.
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In this episode, Dan sits down with Amy Gaskin for a practical Trim Healthy Mama conversation about the everyday food choices that can make the plan feel clearer, easier, and more doable. With Pearl and Serene on the road to the Texas Homeschool Convention, Amy joins from a Starbucks parking lot to answer Dan’s real-life questions about what’s on plan, what’s not, and how to shop with more confidence.

We walk through the major food groups one by one, starting with dairy, milk alternatives, kefir, Greek yogurt, raw milk, and why cow’s milk can be tricky for blood sugar. We also dig into grains, sprouted bread, sourdough, Ezekiel bread, brown rice, quinoa, oats, and why regular whole wheat bread may not be as on plan as it seems.

Amy also shares thoughts on fruit, vegetables, meat, bacon, lean protein, sweet treats, and how to enjoy desserts the Trim Healthy way without turning food into a stressful rulebook. You’ll hear Dan process his own learning curve, from sandwich surprises to finding better bread options, and Amy brings the coach’s perspective on taking things one step at a time instead of trying to change everything overnight.

Plus, we get into real-life grocery shopping at Walmart and Aldi. Amy shares some of her favorite grab and go options, including Chompsticks, RX-style bars, sprouted bread, raw nuts, kombucha, sparkling waters, quinoa packets, brown rice, chickpea pasta, lentil pasta, goat cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese, and more.

If you’ve ever stood in the grocery aisle second guessing what’s actually on plan, this episode is full of practical tips, honest laughs, and encouragement for making Trim Healthy Mama work in real life, one better choice at a time.
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Are you exhausted, cold, foggy, gaining weight, or feeling “off” even though your thyroid labs look “normal”? In this episode of The Trim Healthy Podcast, Serene and Pearl welcome back special guest Dr. Amie Hornaman, also known as The Thyroid Fixer, to talk about her new book The Thyroid Fix and why so many women are struggling without getting real answers.

Dr. Amie shares her own powerful story of being dismissed and misdiagnosed, explains the difference between “normal” and truly optimal thyroid labs, and unpacks why T4-only medications may not be enough for many women. Together, we talk about Hashimoto’s, perimenopause, menopause, cortisol, testosterone, birth control, T2, and why thyroid health is deeply connected to energy, metabolism, mood, sleep, weight, and long-term wellness.

This conversation is full of straight talk, hope, and practical insight for women who know something is wrong but have been told everything looks fine.

In this episode, we discuss:

* Why “normal” thyroid labs may still leave women feeling terrible
* Dr. Amie’s personal journey with thyroid misdiagnosis
* The connection between thyroid, sex hormones, cortisol, and metabolism
* Why T4-only thyroid medication may not optimize thyroid health
* Hashimoto’s, autoimmune risk, and low testosterone
* How perimenopause and menopause can impact thyroid function
* Birth control’s effect on thyroid and hormone health
* What T2 is and why it may support metabolism and energy
* Why thyroid hormone replacement is not “just another medication”

Learn more from Dr. Amie at dramie.com
Order The Thyroid Fix at thyroidfixbook.com
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In this episode, we talk about Skill 7: Give Yourself Grace, the final skill and the glue that holds every healthy habit together. Real change is not built on fear, shame, perfection, or pressure. It grows from love, patience, humility, and the willingness to keep coming back.

You’ll hear why progress matters more than perfection, especially when life gets messy and you miss a workout, make an off-plan choice, or feel like you’ve fallen behind. Grace does not mean giving up or making excuses. It means getting back up, learning from the moment, and continuing the journey with a kinder, stronger mindset.

This episode also talks about the power of community, encouragement, and remembering your deeper “why.” Whether you’re working on food choices, movement, mindset, or long-term health, grace helps you build habits that last.

This final skill is not about being perfect. It’s about loving yourself enough to keep going, one choice, one comeback, and one grace-filled step at a time.
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