What are the opening hours?

Wednesday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm

Livin' Healthy and Free

Home
United States
Concord, NC
Livin' Healthy and Free

Call Directions Website

Jump start your health!! Rock your life! Here to equip you to live your best life! Educate, teach, t Jump start you health!!

I am here to equip you to live your best life! Educate, teach, train and coach you to live a healthier lifestyle thru holistic nutrition, clean eating, inspiration and more. Heal your body, reach your goals..change your life!

10/31/2026

Well, I figured it was time for a little update since, “Hey, I broke my arm!” 😂

Surgery went well, I'm healing nicely, and we're on the up and up! 🙌 I now have an arm full of hardware, which still blows my mind. Actual METAL. In my ARM. What even is this life?! 🤖😂

Mostly, I wanted to say THANK YOU. 🩷

My kids had Chinese food, flowers, and a giant basket of snacks waiting when I got home from
surgery. That snack basket is STILL next to my bed, and it has been put to very good use. 😏

Thank you for the meals, cards, flowers, texts, prayers, check-ins, and visits. And for the friends
who sat in my bedroom with me like
we're teenagers again, giggling about
absolutely nothing. Those moments have meant
so much.

My sweet friend brought me *Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.* 📖 I don't think I've read Judy Blume since middle school! I loved the movie (filmed partly right here in Concord!),
and rereading the book has been such an
unexpected little joy.

And because one surgery wasn't enough for this household, my dad had surgery about two weeks after mine! He's doing really well, too, and thank you to everyone who's checked on him. 🩷

Huge shout-out to my mom, who's been doing ALL the heavy lifting. Literally. 😂

When we were leaving the hospital after Dad's surgery, Mom was helping him into the front seat, and I couldn't even shut the car door with my arm. We were all cracking up when Dad finally said, “Barbara, just take us to the home. Just drive us to the rest home. We're no good anymore!” 💀🤣

We LOST IT. It was such a fun, hilarious and sweet moment.

So yes, we're a little banged up over here, but we're healing, laughing, and feeling incredibly loved.

Thank you for showing up for our family in so many thoughtful ways. 🩷 ❤️ 💕

10/28/2026

Here's something nobody really prepared me for about perimenopause.

Sometimes it's not that I'm angry. It's that my tolerance for EVERYTHING seems to have changed.

If you caught my post Saturday about my little adventure at Sam's Club, you'll know exactly what I mean.

But it got me thinking. How much is pure HORMANDS!? Yes I made that up. Hormones making demands LOL.

During perimenopause, estrogen and progesterone don't just quietly pack their bags and leave. They fluctuate. Sometimes dramatically.

Like a toddler who got handed the WRONG juice cup.

Those hormonal ups and downs can affect mood and sleep. And when you're already dealing with interrupted sleep, a brain with approximately 84 tabs open, and the demands of everyday life, even the smallest annoyances can feel HUGE.

Suddenly, the patient, gracious mother, daughter, sister, or friend you thought you were has stepped out for an extended lunch break.

And here's what I wish more women knew.

Those hormonal shifts can make everyday stress harder to handle. Throw a few nights of lousy sleep into the mix, and suddenly EVERYTHING feels louder.

So where do we start?

🥑 **Don't run on coffee and fumes.** Regular meals with protein and fiber can help keep your energy steadier.

😴 **Pay attention to your sleep.** If night sweats or frequent waking are disrupting it, that's worth addressing, not just powering through.

And maybe give yourself five minutes before responding to something that doesn't deserve a congressional hearing.

Sometimes just knowing there's an actual reason you're feeling this way makes a difference. Because nobody wants to spend her 40s and 50s wondering what the heck happened to her.

And THIS is why I've been building the Midlife Plot Twist Club. Because we need somewhere to talk about this stuff, figure out what actually helps, and laugh a little along the way.

Doors are opening soon! The $17/month founding-member early-access list is here👇😘 🧡

https://bit.ly/midlife-plot-twist-club-early-access

Have you noticed your patience changing, or is it just me and my last three nerve endings?🤪

10/25/2026

I needed this reminder yesterday. Maybe you do, too. 😉

You know those days when you're FINALLY in the zone?

You're getting things done, checking things off, making progress on something you've been working toward for what feels like FOREVER...

And the LAST thing you want to do is stop. 😂

That was me yesterday.

I've been spending so much time writing, creating, editing, and trying to get something I've been building for months off the ground. And yesterday, I was finally making some headway!

Then my mom asked if I wanted to go look at fall decorations and pick out some pumpkins with her. 🍂🎃

And I'll admit, my first thought was...

"But I have SO MUCH TO DO!" 🤦‍♀️

The list! THE LIST!

You know the one.

The laundry. The dishes. The emails. The paperwork. Dinner. Family. Grandkids. Work. Hormones. Trying to remember to take care of YOURSELF somewhere in the middle of it all.

And somehow, every time you cross something off, three more things magically appear.

I'm convinced these lists reproduce when we're not looking. 🤣

But I went.

And you know what?

It was exactly the little breather I needed. 🧡

Sometimes we get so caught up in everything we NEED to accomplish that we forget we're allowed to enjoy the life we're working so hard to build.

We don't have to get all 47 things done today.

Sometimes taking care of yourself looks like stepping away, getting some fresh air, laughing with your mom, or doing something that has absolutely NOTHING to do with being productive.

And guess what?

The list will still be there when you get back.

Trust me. It isn't going anywhere. 😂

So here's your little Sunday reminder (and mine!):

You don't have to earn a moment of joy by finishing your to-do list first. 🧡

Ecclesiastes 3:12–13 reminds us that enjoying life's simple pleasures is a gift from God.

"So I conclude that, first, there is nothing better for a man than to be happy and to enjoy himself as long as he can; 13 and second, that he should eat and drink and enjoy the fruits of his labors, for these are gifts from God."

And sometimes that gift looks like an afternoon picking out pumpkins and mums with your mom. 🍂

What's one little thing you could make room for this week, just because it would bring you joy?

10/25/2026

Can we talk about the midlife plot twists nobody warned us about?! 😂⚡

One minute you're juggling work, family, and approximately 47 responsibilities...

The next, you're standing in front of the refrigerator wondering why you opened it, you're exhausted but can't sleep, and your favorite jeans have apparently shrunk in the dryer.

AGAIN. 🙄

And somewhere in the middle of all that, you're supposed to figure out what to eat, how to manage your hormones, why your energy disappeared or why you feel feral🦝, and how to feel like YOURSELF again.

It's a lot.

And sometimes you don't need another complicated wellness plan.

You just need somewhere to START. 🧡

That's why I've spent the last several months creating Midlife Plot Twist Club.

A place for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and all those unexpected midlife changes.

Inside, you'll find:

🥑 Practical nutrition resources and real-food ideas.

🍲 Easy recipes for the days when you just cannot think about dinner.

🌿 Guidance and education to help you better understand what's happening in your body.

💬 Encouragement, honest conversations, and a little laughter along the way.

No perfection required. No wellness Olympics. And definitely no pretending we've got it all figured out.

The FREE Founding Members Early-Access List is OPEN!🎉

I'm offering a special founding-member rate of $17/month for a limited time when enrollment opens. And if you join at that rate, you'll keep it as long as your membership stays active.

Regular membership will be $37/month.

Want first dibs when the doors open?

Get on the FREE early-access list here: 👇

https://bit.ly/midlife-plot-twist-club

Because feeling better shouldn't require a PhD, a personal chef, or 37 hours of Googling. 😂🧡

What's ONE thing about midlife you wish somebody had warned you about?

10/25/2026

Anybody remember CROCKTOBER?! 🍂🍲😂

If you've been hanging around here for a minute, you might remember when I went a little crazy sharing slow-cooker recipes for the 31 days of October.

31 days!

For THREE years, I somehow convinced myself that sharing 31 slow-cooker recipes in 31 days was a perfectly reasonable thing to do. Apparently, I didn't have enough homework and decided to assign myself some. 🤦‍♀️

But honestly? I think it's time for a comeback! Although, let's be clear, I will NOT be assigning myself 31 recipes in 31 days again. Apparently, I've learned some things.

October might be almost over, but we're DEFINITELY not retiring the slow cooker. We're just getting started!

Because when you're juggling life, hormones, brain fog, and everything in between, sometimes figuring out what's for dinner feels like another full-time job.

So today I've got TWO cozy recipes for you!

🍅 Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
🍲 Cozy Butternut & Wild Rice Soup

And you know I can't share recipes without sneaking in a little nutrition education. 😁

Here's why meals like these can be especially helpful during perimenopause and menopause:

🥑 Blood sugar & energy: Protein and fiber help slow digestion and support steadier blood sugar, which can help with those energy crashes that leave you ready for bed by 3 p.m.

💪 Muscle & metabolism: As estrogen declines, maintaining muscle becomes increasingly important. Protein helps preserve muscle, supporting strength and metabolic health as we age.

🌿 Gut health & hormones: Fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria and supports digestion. Your gut microbiome also plays a role in estrogen metabolism, although we're still learning how that affects menopause symptoms.

And let's not forget the BEST part...

Sometimes supporting your health starts with simply having dinner figured out before you're completely exhausted. 🙌

No complicated rules. Just real yummy, food that helps nourish your body through all those midlife plot twists.

You can view and download both recipes here: 👇

🔗 https://canva.link/crocktober-2026-wild-rice-cacciatore

Now tell me... Are you Team Soup 🍲 or Team Chicken 🍗?

And should we bring Crocktober back for a few more weeks? 👀🧡

10/24/2026

My toxic trait? Thinking I can accomplish 65 things before lunch. 🤦‍♀️😂

Anybody else?!

I wake up with a perfectly reasonable to-do list that apparently requires three people, a personal assistant, and an extra eight hours in the day.

Maybe it's ADHD. Maybe it's menopause. Maybe it's just life with 47 tabs open in my brain. Who knows? 🤷‍♀️😂

And because apparently I wasn't juggling enough, life decided to throw in a BROKEN WRIST. Surgery, a metal plate, the whole nine yards.

Nothing like trying to get your life together when you can barely get your pants on with one hand. 😂

Meanwhile, I've spent MONTHS planning, writing, creating, and putting together something I've been wanting to bring to life for a long time.

And somewhere between the endless tweaking, the broken wrist, the surgery, and life doing what life does, I realized something...

I could keep waiting until every little thing was perfectly polished.

OR...

I could open the doors and let this thing grow WITH the women it was created for. 💁‍♀️

So that's what I'm getting ready to do!

Midlife Plot Twist Club is almost here! ⚡

A place for women navigating hormones, brain fog, exhaustion, and all those delightful midlife surprises nobody mentioned in the brochure.

Real food. Practical wellness resources. Honest conversations. A little laughter. And absolutely NO wellness Olympics.

Because the last thing any of us needs is another place telling us we're not doing enough.

And seriously... somebody please tell me I'm not the only one who thinks she can fit three days into a Tuesday. 😂

P.S. If you'd like first dibs when Midlife Plot Twist Club opens, you can hop on the FREE Founding Members Early Access list here: 👇

https://bit.ly/midlife-plot-twist-club💖

And tell me... what's the biggest plot twist midlife has thrown YOUR way? 😂

Because I have a feeling we've all got stories. 😅

10/24/2026

I would like to speak to whoever scheduled menopaue and cancel my subscription 😂

Because apparently being completely exhausted AND wired, overstimulated, and irritated by things that didn't bother us five minutes ago is a MAIN FEATURE?!?!

Along with a total Tim Allen in the Santa Clause "overnight makeover"!?

Anyway, how's everybody doing? Are we liking our families today? 🤣

10/13/2026

Well, friends... remember how I said I wanted to get back to posting regularly here?

Apparently life had other plans. 😂

And because we're talking about midlife plot twists, I thought I'd share my latest.

**I BROKE MY ARM.**

Doing something adventurous and fabulous, obviously.😎✨

Skydiving? Nope.

Rock climbing? Nope.

Running with the bulls in Spain?

Nope.

**I fell in a driveway taking out the trash.** 💁‍♀️😂

After a lifetime of cheerleading, gymnastics, ballet, running, raising four kids, and generally flinging this body around, THIS is how we went down.

Midlife really knows how to keep a girl humble.

And because I apparently graduated from the University of "Eh, It's Probably Fine," I carried on for a few days thinking it was sprained.

Spoiler alert: It was NOT fine. 🙄

So now I'm sporting a very impressive splint and discovering just how many everyday activities require TWO functioning arms.

But here's the thing...

I've really been looking forward to getting this community going again, sharing what I've been building, and having some good conversations with you.

And I'm still going to!

Maybe a little slower. Maybe a little wonkier. Possibly with some questionable voice-to-text. 😂

**Because life happens. And sometimes we just have to adjust.**

So that's my latest adventure!

Now tell me... how's life treating YOU lately? Any plot twists of your own? ❤️

09/17/2026

Weeell guys, I’ve been working on something.

And after all the starts and stops...I keep coming back to women in this stage of life. Lol.

(Peter Cetera and Cher fans, IYKYK. 😂)

Probably because... I am one.🤪

I’ve studied nutrition and wellness for years. I’ve coached women through it. I can talk protein, blood sugar, gut health, hormones and supplements all day long.

And I can ALSO stand in my kitchen at 6:00 staring into the refrigerator thinking, “What am I supposed to eat?”

Or wake up wondering why my ears itch now. (That's part of perimenopause!?!?)

Or be sitting peacefully beside someone I love and suddenly think, WHY IS EVERYONE CHEWING SO LOUD?!

Hormones? Stress? ADHD? Sleep? Nutrition? Midlife? Some ridiculous combination of all of it?

Welcome to the plot twist. 🔀

And it’s not like we’re lacking information.

Seriously. There is wellness information EVERYWHERE.

Eat this. Don’t eat that. Fast. Don’t fast. Fix your cortisol. Heal your gut. Balance your hormones. Lift weights. Walk more. Sleep eight hours.

Yep. I’ll get right on that... as soon as I remember why I walked into this room. 😑

What I’ve wanted for YEARS is something simpler.

A place where we don’t have to sort through 642 tabs, podcasts, reels, Pinterest and Google searches just to figure out what might actually help us TODAY.

OR take a 1200 week course for a gazillion dollars that we can't finish.

Maybe it’s 6:00 and you need help figuring out what the heck to eat.

Maybe you’re Googling “itchy ears perimenopause” at 2 a.m.

Mayybbee ... It's the fact that you can have your house on 65° and feel like your clothes are burning off your body.🥵

Maybe you’re exhausted and don’t need another complete life overhaul. You just need somewhere to start.

Or maybe you’re already doing a lot but could use fresh ideas, answers and support along the way.

So... I’m building it. 🛠️

A wellness community for women who want to feel better without turning “getting healthy” into another full-time job.

Because really, that’s the whole point.

We’re taking care of ourselves so we can feel better and actually LIVE and laugh a little too.

There is a whole lot of life left, sistah friend. 💖

09/16/2026

Okay… it’s been a minute. 👀😂

If we’re being real, I’ve spent a while trying to figure out exactly what I wanted Livin’ Healthy and Free to become.

And after all the starts and stops, I keep coming back to...

Women in this stage of life.

(Peter Cetera and Cher would understand. 😂)

The hormones. The energy crashes. The brain fog. The stress. The “what the heck am I supposed to eat?” The “why is my body suddenly doing things nobody cleared with me?”

But also the LIFE part.

Because I refuse to believe midlife means the best part is behind us.

I want us taking care of ourselves so we can feel better and actually LIVE.

So behind the scenes, I’ve been building something.

A real home for women who want practical nutrition and wellness support, resources they can actually use, Q&A, community, encouragement, and some fun mixed in too.

Something that works in the middle of real life, because getting healthy should not become another full-time job.

I’m finally getting ready to show you what I’ve been working on. 💛

And yes… I realize I’ve said “something’s coming” before.

This time, I’m actually going to show you. 😂

Stay tuned. 👀

Address

320B Copperfield Boulevard
Concord, NC
28025

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17044569453

Website

https://bit.ly/midlife-plot-twist-club, https://bit.ly/ZytoBioScan, http://livinhealthyandfree.com/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Livin' Healthy and Free posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.