Tips from Kara: How to Be Successful on Your Health Journey

 1. Keep it simple.
You don’t need fancy ingredients or complicated recipes. Whole, plant-based foods in their natural form are powerful enough. Start with what you know and build from there.

2. Focus on progress, not perfection.
You don’t have to overhaul everything overnight. Small, consistent steps add up—and every bite is a chance to choose better.

3. Prep once, eat all week.
Batch-cook staples like beans, grains, and roasted veggies on Sundays. Having healthy options ready makes it easier to stay on track during busy days.

4. Read labels—or better yet, eat foods without them.
If it has more than five ingredients or you can’t pronounce something, it probably doesn’t belong in your body.

5. Hydrate, always.
Sometimes fatigue and cravings are really just dehydration in disguise. Aim for plenty of water throughout the day—and add lemon or cucumber if you need a little flair.

6. Don’t do it alone.
Community matters. Surround yourself with people who support your goals—or follow voices online (like mine!) that keep you inspired.

7. Make your “why” stronger than your cravings.
Remember what brought you here. Your energy, your kids, your future—it’s worth fighting for.

8. Keep learning.
The more you know, the more empowered you are. Read books, listen to podcasts, question what you’ve been told.

9. Be kind to yourself.
Shame and guilt have no place here. Celebrate your wins and give yourself grace on the hard days.

10. You’re not crazy—this system really is broken.
You’re not weak or lazy. The system is designed to keep you hooked and confused. But now that you know the truth, you have the power to break free.