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I’m Miranda, a functional nutritionist. I provide real healing solutions for people struggling wit

10/01/2026

My biggest pain points were never gut symptoms...

Sure, they were annoying. I'd dealt with constipation, bloating, and a "sensitive stomach" since I was a kid. But what really wore on me was the rollercoaster I was riding with my brain function and mood 😩

𝘐 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘶𝘱.

Some days I felt clear and capable. Other days I felt foggy, anxious, and low. I often felt like I could barely take care of myself, let alone show up as my best self for work or for the people I loved.

By Friday, I had nothing left. There were periods when I just stopped making plans. I wanted to see my friends. I just couldn't guarantee I'd feel up to it when the time came, and slowly my world got smaller.

Working with a naturopath and a nutritionist as a patient was the first time anyone connected my gut to my mood. As I started to nourish my body with real food and create healthier habits, I felt less depressed and had more energy.

But I still struggled when life got busy. I'd build a routine or a habit, only to fall off and have to rebuild, again and again.

Then in my thirties, I was diagnosed with ADHD, and so much started to make sense. Why I could solve complex health puzzles for clients in a high volume clinical setting, yet struggle to follow a simple routine at home.

What helped most was simpler than I expected: two bookends to anchor my day.

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐫: breakfast with protein, water with electrolytes, and movement (even if it was just a gentle walk).

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐫: a regular bedtime with a wind-down routine, so I was getting the quality sleep my brain needed to recover.

And I made them easy to work in and hard to forget.

✅ My phone plugged in out of reach before I got in bed.
✅ Alarms on my phone while I was building habits.
✅ Printed checklists and brightly colored sticky notes as visual reminders.
✅ Supplements left on the counter where I'd see them.

When the bookends were solid, the rest of my day started to feel a lot more predictable.

PS. If your mood and energy feel unpredictable, join my 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝗪𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 on 10/7 at 12:30 MT. Link in comments.

09/30/2026

Did you know your gut bacteria can 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬 to your brain? And in order to do so, they require the right fuel ⛽

We've talked a lot about protein as brain fuel. 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫 is the other half of the story.

For us, fiber is a non digestible carbohydrate. Sure, it helps keep our bowels regular, which supports gut health. But it also acts as food for the bacteria in your gut.

Fiber feeds the 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 of bacteria living in your microbiome. When they ferment it, they produce short-chain fatty acids, like butyrate.

𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐬 (𝐒𝐂𝐅𝐀𝐬), such as acetate, propionate, and butyrate, act as sources of "brain fuel." They support the brain by:

✅ Acting as chemical messengers that help the gut communicate with the brain
✅ Crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB) to reduce inflammation
✅ Supporting production of neurochemicals like dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine
✅ Fueling the cells in your colon, which keeps the gut happy. And a happy gut = a healthy brain

Bonus: SCFAs also trigger gut cells to release GLP-1 🙌

You can increase short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) naturally by simply eating more dietary fiber and resistant starches to feed your beneficial gut bacteria. As a general rule of thumb, aim for a minimum of 25-30 grams of fiber daily through whole food sources.

And different fibers feed different bacteria. So 𝘢𝘪𝘮 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘷𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘴 of fruits, vegetables, and other plant based foods on your plate. A diverse plate builds a diverse microbiome, and research suggests that diversity = better gut health.

If your gut is sensitive, be sure to increase fiber slowly and drink extra water. And if you're going to supplement, choose a clean fiber like 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫 or 𝐩𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐦. Many over the counter fiber supplements contain unnecessary ingredients like sugar, artificial sweeteners, or food dyes.

09/24/2026

If your routine only works on "good" days, it's not the right routine for you.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐃𝐇𝐃 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐭 𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐲.

A perfect week of meal prep, workouts, and early nights. Then a big deadline or vacation hits, the routine collapses, and it all goes out the window 😭

Every restart feels heavier than the last. And the story in your head gets louder:

"𝘐 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘯'𝘵 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨..."

But consistency with ADHD looks different. When executive function is maxed out, a routine that only works on your best days is going to break. That's not a personal willpower problem. It's a design problem.

What helps is having a plan that works on the hard days too.

I call it your "bare minimum" plan. The smallest version of your routine that still supports your brain.

Maybe that's protein at breakfast and a glass of water before your coffee.

On low-capacity days, that's a win. It keeps your blood sugar steadier, your brain fueled, and prevents the mid afternoon crash. So getting back on track feels easier instead of like you're starting all over.

Building this is a core part of my new 12-week program for women with ADHD. We figure out what works for your real life, then learn from each other along the way.

What would your "bare minimum" day look like?

09/22/2026

For women with ADHD struggling to make it through the day, effort isn’t the problem...

You plan your week. You buy the good groceries. You know exactly what you “should” be doing. But you can’t seem to stick to it 🤦‍♀️

And by 3pm every day, your energy’s still crashing. Your brain still feels like wet sand. And you’re even more discouraged when another week goes by where you didn’t accomplish what you wanted.

For a lot of women I work with, this gets chalked up to a personal failing and filed under the discipline category:

“I’ll start over on Monday.”
“I just need to try harder.”
“If only I could find the right system.”

But here’s what no one’s explained to them: the ADHD brain is an energy-hungry organ. It relies on a steady fuel supply to make dopamine, maintain focus, and get sh*t done.

When blood sugar swings, the fuel supply gets interrupted. That can show up as:

✔️Brain fog that rolls in mid-afternoon.
✔️Irritability that feels out of proportion to the situation.
✔️Crashes that interrupt your work flow.
✔️Cravings that seem to come out of nowhere.

None of these mean something is “wrong” with you. They’re simply signs that your brain is asking for support.

This is where I start with clients, and it’s the foundation of the 12-week group program I’m launching for women with ADHD.

You don’t need complicated routines or “better” strategies, you need consistency. And that starts with ensuring a stable fuel supply.

PS. I’m hosting a free Clarity Workshop on October 7 at 12pm MT. I’ll walk through the blood sugar and brain connection and share how the program works. DM me “clarity” and I’ll send you the details.

09/15/2026

Nali’s first boat day 🥰 we figured out she loves the boat, but hates the engine (she barked every time it turned on) and is very afraid of crossing bridges 😂 Megan Burke

09/04/2026

Most of my clients come to me with a cabinet full of supplements, and very little sense of which ones are doing anything 💊

Magnesium recommended on a podcast.

Iron because someone mentioned it might help their fatigue.

A methylated B complex from a friend with similar symptoms.

I understand the impulse completely. When you feel terrible and nobody is giving you answers, you start trying things in hopes they will help.

But there are costs to guessing:

The most obvious are time and money. Supplementing a nutrient that was not depleted won't change how you feel, and you might spend six months waiting for a shift that never happens.

The other concern is accumulation, as some nutrients "build up" our bodies. Iron is stored rather than easily cleared, so supplementing without a full iron panel can push levels higher than intended.

Fat soluble vitamins like A, D, E, and K work the same way. They are stored in tissues instead of flushed out, which means more is not automatically better.

I also see sensitive clients react to high dose methylated B vitamins with more anxiety and worse sleep, versus the energy and focus they'd hoped for.

Testing first does not mean running every panel available. It means partnering with someone who can guide you toward the right tests to determine what is actually low, before you spend money on something that you don't need.

𝘋𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯.

PS. I start every client relationship with a Clarity Call. No pressure, just a conversation about what is going on and whether working together makes sense.

09/01/2026

Not every focus problem is ADHD 🧐

When a woman tells me her focus and attention "fell apart" in her forties, I don't automatically assume ADHD. I also don't rule it out. I go through a process of differentiating it from other root causes.

Here is what I ask:

✔️What do her menstrual cycles look and feel like? Then we test hormones.

✔️How steady is her fuel supply across the day? I evaluate her eating habits, then we test blood sugar markers and gather data.

✔️Does her nervous system ever leave survival mode? There is a lot of overlap between chronic stress, trauma, and ADHD symptoms.

✔️Does she have the building blocks to make hormones and dopamine? We evaluate her protein intake, and test levels of iron, B vitamins, and minerals.

✔️What did her childhood look like? Have these patterns been present for a long time, or did they seem to appear out of nowhere?

A thorough evaluation that accounts for symptoms, health history, stress levels, and lab results is an important first step in understanding where the symptoms are actually coming from.

I also refer out for a clinical ADHD evaluation with a qualified therapist or psychiatrist when that is the right next step.

Once we've had the necessary conversations and gathered data, then we build a plan. And it looks different for every woman I work with.

Have you been diagnosed with ADHD during perimenopause, or do you suspect it?

08/31/2026

Unforgettable girls’ weekend 💕 We survived the 8 mile trek up to Chihuahua lake, the views were 1000% worth it. We shared stories, laughter, tears, and some epic meals. My heart is so full ❤️

08/20/2026

Potluck in the park and another fabulous evening spent with The Dames 💕 Erin Kane | Career Strategist for Women in STEM Tonica love you ladies!

08/19/2026

Cortisol gets talked about like it's the villain. New flash: 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴𝘯'𝘵.

In fact, you 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 cortisol. It's the hormone that gets you out of bed, holds your blood sugar steady between meals, and helps regulate inflammation 🔥

But like any hormone, it's all about balance and cycles. Cortisol is meant to follow a rhythm: highest within the first hour of waking, decreases throughout the day, lowest by the time you're falling asleep.

Chronic stress changes that curve. And when the body is pumping out cortisol 24 hours a day due to sustained stress, systems start to break down.

𝐈𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐠𝐮𝐭, high cortisol slows motility and reduces digestive secretions. Stomach acid and digestive enzyme levels drop, so you don't digest food as well. This is why so many people feel stress in their gut.

𝐈𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧, cortisol affects the prefrontal cortex. That's where planning, working memory, and impulse control live. It's also the part of your brain you're asking to run your company, or your team.

𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫. Cortisol drives it up, insulin brings it down, and that swing is what triggers energy crashes and cravings for sugar or caffeine.

That "𝘸𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘥" pattern shows up when the cortisol curve flips. Cortisol comes up too slowly in the morning, so you need caffeine before you feel human. Then it climbs later in the day, so you catch a second wind at night and can't seem to relax or fall asleep.

Exhausted and activated at the same time. That combination isn't one you can fix by working harder or pushing through.

I start by testing rather than guessing, because high cortisol and low cortisol can feel surprisingly similar. But the cause may be different, and we want to take that into account when choosing individual supports 💛

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