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Functional Metabolic Health Blog

Practical, evidence-informed insights on weight, blood sugar, digestion, and steady energy—without guesswork—so your body supports your performance.

Stubborn Belly Fat During High-Stress Seasons (And How to Course-Correct First)

You’re disciplined. You plan meals, move your body, and limit sugar. And yet, during high-stress seasons, your belly fat feels stuck. Life transitions, busy work..

Burnout Recovery for High-Achievers and the Benefits of Deep Friendship

Burnout recovery for high-achievers is often framed around workload, boundaries, and productivity systems. But one of the most powerful and overlooked recovery tools is deeply..

I Eat Well but Can’t Lose Belly Fat: What’s Really Going On?

Salads are packed for lunch. Sugar is mostly off the table. Workouts happen, even on busy weeks. And yet the mirror keeps telling the same..

Doing Everything Right but Can’t Lose Weight? Read This First

A familiar pattern shows up in high-performing professionals: you clean up your nutrition, train consistently, cut back on alcohol, and protect your sleep yet the..

Watching Lindsey Vonn Fall Changed Something for Me

On Sunday, my heart was heavy since 6am EST—and it still is. On 2/8/2026 I set my alarm to wake up bright and early to..

Why the New Food Pyramid Still Isn’t Enough for High-Achieving Professionals

The new U.S. Food Pyramid is finally moving in the right direction. Real food is back at the center of the conversation—less ultra-processed food, more..

Liver Detox Myths – Why Quick Cleanses Fail And What Really Works

Every few months you see a new “liver cleanse” kit pop up — five-day fasts, juice plans, vegan weeks, “reset your system” protocols. For many..

Genetic Factors To Inform Personalized Fitness Programs

In this episode we discuss exercise and the genetic factors that inform personalized fitness programs. Great information on how knowing your genetic make-up and lifestyle..

“How To Become Vital And Energetic At Any Age!” featuring Maria Horstmann – Dan Jourdan Podcast

I had the great pleasure of being a guest on Dan Jourdan’s podcast “Sales Energizer”. We had a great podcast interview on different topics on..

Bones Need Mobility, Balance & Strength

If you missed the discussion/presentation on Bone Health, check out the replay HERE. Many people don’t think much about their bones and don’t think there’s..

Board Certified Functional Wellness Professional

Wanted to drop in for a quick exciting share!!! In December, I become a Certified FDN-P (Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner). And today, I’ve got this..

Pausing Be Fab – Be You Tribe Facebook Group

Important ANNOUNCEMENT! I wanted to inform you that I’ve decided to PAUSE the ‘Be Fab – Be You Tribe’ Facebook group. As I accessed my..

Good News At Last (FDN-P)

Good news at last… Since my mom’s passing on 10/20/21, I’ve pushed back and put many things on hold as I explored what I needed..

Christmas Memories

The holiday season is the perfect time for reflection, would you agree? I hope you’re surrounded by plenty of things to be grateful for. However..

My Mom Is Gone – A Story Worth Telling

12/1944 – 10/19/2021. My mom, Celia Schmidt, is gone. Her body is free from pain, discomfort, medications, exhaustion, poor mobility, and depression. Her spirit will..

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Medical Disclaimer: The information shared on this website is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional or to serve as medical advice. All content reflects the experience and research of Maria Horstmann and BeFabBeYou.com. You are encouraged to make health decisions in partnership with a trusted, licensed healthcare provider who understands your individual needs.