From Brain Fog to Breakthrough: Chef Jennie on Hormone Health, High Cortisol & Creating Time for Yourself

06/08/2025 41 min Episodio 189
From Brain Fog to Breakthrough: Chef Jennie on Hormone Health, High Cortisol & Creating Time for Yourself

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Is it really possible to "do it all"—build a dream, raise a family, and stay healthy—without burning out?In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of the Rock Your Comeback Podcast, I sit down with Chef Jennie Casselman, a Wellness Chef, Nutrition Health Coach, Cookbook Author, and twin mom who’s transforming the way women nourish themselves—body, mind, and soul.You might recognize Jennie from Season 3 of Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef”, but her real superpower is helping women reclaim their energy and confidence through allergy-friendly, whole-food cooking and science-backed wellness strategies.We dive into:⚡ What brain fog really means (and how to fix it!)🔥 The hidden signs of high cortisol and adrenal fatigue💡 How to prioritize when the mental load feels impossible🕰️ Creating space for yourself—even in the busiest seasons🌿 Hormonal shifts like perimenopause, and how to support your body naturally🎯 The power of celebrating small wins on your health journey🎬 Behind-the-scenes of being on Next Level Chef✨ What it means to follow your dreams and stay well doing itIf you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in to-dos while your health and energy take a backseat, this episode will hit home. Jennie offers real-life, practical strategies to help you come back to yourself—even in the middle of life’s chaos.📌 This is a must-listen for women navigating hormonal imbalances, burnout, and the myth of doing it all.About Chef Jennie Casselman:Wellness Chef | Nutrition Health Coach | Cookbook Author | Twin MomChef Jennie specializes in allergy-friendly, whole-food recipes that help families build healthy, sustainable habits. Her journey into holistic wellness began at 27 after a melanoma diagnosis, leading her to study nutrition-focused culinary arts at Johnson & Wales University.With over two decades of working in the food service industry and over 10 years in nutrition support, Jennie has worked with clients all the way from childhood to assisted living. Her most profound lessons came from her personal experiences—IVF, postpartum depression, and navigating her son’s severe food allergies, which she successfully managed through integrative nutrition adjusted her career path at every turn. Now in her 40s, Jennie is personally tackling adrenal fatigue, perimenopause and hormone imbalances with the same research-driven approach. She develops practical, nutrition & lifestyle solutions to help women navigate life’s health transitions with confidence.When Jennie is not busy in the kitchen, she enjoys creating adventures and traveling with her 8yr old twins and husband.“My heart’s desire is to educate and inspire others to build healthy sustainable habits in the kitchen but most importantly, be an OVERCOMER! - JennieMore Jennie Casselman:Website: www.chefjenniecasselman.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/chefjenniecasselmanFacebook: Chef Jennie CasselmanTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@ChefJennieCYouTube: @ChefJennieCasselman

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