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The Revolutionary Shapa Numberless Scale 

Visit ginstephens.com/shapa to read about this amazing scale that got me back on a scale for the first time since 2017!  Every day, I open the app on my smartphone and step on the scale.  In seconds, I have my color.  No drama.  No judgment.  Then, visit https://www.myshapa.com/how-it-works and use the promo code IFStories to save $20.  At that link, you can view all of the details, including videos about the psychology behind this groundbreaking new device.  There's also a FAQ section that will answer any questions you have before or after you purchase.  


​Let's talk about wine!  

As I get older, quality matters more and more in most areas of my life.  Food needs to be window-worthy, and now, so does wine.  You may have heard me mention this on the podcast recently, over and over, in fact...I've struggled with wine lately.  Whether you're talking about wines from the grocery store or even expensive wines from the best wine shop in town, I have found that I toss and turn all night after drinking them, or I don't feel my best the next day.   To learn more about the Dry Farm Wines difference, visit ginstephens.com/dryfarmwines.  And then, go to www.dryfarmwines.com/ifstories 
to set up your own subscription with Dry Farm Wines. You'll get an extra bottle of wine in your first shipment for only a penny!  That's almost free. ;-)

​CLEAN SKINCARE?  YES, PLEASE!

I fast clean, and so it's become important for me to clean up other areas of my life.  Beautycounter makes it effortless for me to be sure that my makeup and skincare products are safe.  For Beautycounter, safety begins with The Never List™, which consists of 1,800+ questionable ingredients that are prohibited from their formulations. 

When you shop with me at beautycounter.com/ginstephens, you are helping to support the Intermittent Fasting Stories podcast with every purchase.  You can also visit ginstephens.com/beautycounter to read more about why I love Beautycounter.

"Clean" Cleaning Solutions

One important area where I have "cleaned up" my life is in the products and cleaning routines I'm using.  My good friend (and Life Lessons podcast cohost Sheri Bullock) got me hooked on the Norwex brand of cleaning tools and products.  To learn more, go to ginstephens.com/norwex and discover how to turn your home into the "safe haven" you are looking for.    

When you shop with me at https://ginstephens.norwex.biz, you help support the Intermittent Fasting Stories podcast with every purchase, while also being confident that the products you are using are safe for your family, your home, and the planet.  

Rediscover your love of cooking!

Oh, my gosh, do I LOVE Pampered Chef! Like most of you, I have had Pampered Chef items in my kitchen for at least 20 years.  From the classic baking stones and kitchen gadgets to new must-have appliances like the Pampered Chef Quick Cooker (their amazing pressure cooker) and the Pampered Chef Air Fryer, you'll find everything you need to get a window-worthy dinner on your table.  To learn more, go to ginstephens.com/pamperedchef. 

When you shop with me at https://www.pamperedchef.com/pws/ginstephens, every purchase helps support the Intermittent Fasting Stories podcast AND makes you even more of a kitchen superstar than you already are.  


​Meal Delivery Services Changed my life...

These photos show examples of some of the meals we have enjoyed over the years.
If you know me at all, you probably already know that I am CRAZY about meal delivery services.  These services are perfect for the busy intermittent faster.  Every day, I open the fridge and there are fresh ingredients, just like I would buy at the grocery store, in exactly the right portions for our dinner.  I have discovered that I LOVE cooking...what I didn't like was meal planning and shopping for food.  I have also discovered how much I love vegetables!  It's been a lot of fun trying things I never would have thought to try on my own.  I can't even remember what we used to eat, because I am such a fan of meal delivery services and will never go back.  (We used to order so much pizza that one of our local delivery services gave us a Poinsettia as a thank-you two Christmases in a row.  I'm not even kidding.  Now, if you tried to make me order a pizza, I would be mad at you.) 

My favorites?  Home Chef, Green Chef, Hello Fresh, and Daily Harvest.  
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Home Chef

I've been a Home Chef customer off and on since 2016.  They have plenty of family-friendly options, and I love their salads in the summertime to open my eating window.  I also love to buy their "oven ready" meals and put them together for my 20-year-old son to take home with him...he is living in his first apartment, and this way I can still feed him high quality food, even though he is not living at home.  #GoodFood #ItIsWhatMomsDo. One thing I really love about Home Chef is that they allow you to upgrade or switch out your proteins.  Not excited about ground turkey in your pasta dish?  You can select ground beef or sausage links instead.  Choosy about your chicken (Gin raises hand here)? You can upgrade to organic chicken breasts instead of the standard option.  
Click here to try Home Chef.  You'll save $35 on your first order.

Green Chef

Green Chef is a certified organic company, which is something we appreciate. Their service has gotten a lot more flexible (which we love), and you can choose three meals each week from a variety of "meal plans" such as plant-powered, Paleo, and keto. We prefer the Balanced Living plan, since we eat #AllTheThings.
Click here to try Green Chef and save $55 off your first box.  ​

Hello Fresh

Hello Fresh is one of the original meal delivery companies, and I wasn't a fan when I first tried them back in 2016. When my beloved Plated stopped doing meal kit deliveries (sob), I decided to try Hello Fresh one more time...and I am so glad I did!  They have really upped their game. Not only do they have a huge variety of choices each week, they are family-friendly while still offering options that let me try foods I wouldn't normally think to make.  Their vegetarian options are really amazing...even though we are definitely omnivores, I enjoy a good plant-powered meal several nights per week, and Hello Fresh's options don't disappoint (even Chad agrees).  
Click here to try Hello Fresh, and save $40 on your first delivery.

Daily Harvest

Lately, I’m really enjoying Daily Harvest for window openers (soups, bowls, and flatbreads) and also dessert (smoothies, oatmeal, and scoops). It’s a great way to get in more high quality veggies.
Click here to try Daily Harvest, and save $25 on your first delivery.


​Institute For Integrative Nutrition

I completed Health Coach training through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in 2019, and I loved their focus on bio-individuality.  It matches everything I learned in 2017 when researching for my second book, Feast Without Fear.  Yes, we are all different when it comes to what foods work well for our individual bodies!  If you have ever dreamed of a career helping others meet their health related goals, click on the link, below, for a free curriculum guide.  I'm so glad I went through their program.

Lifepro Vibration Plates

This is the vibration plate that I use--I have the Turbo. It is a nice relaxing workout for someone like me, who doesn't want to do a traditional workout. You say lazy, I say efficient!  There is also some compelling science supporting the use of these machines, and you can read about it at ginstephens.com/lifepro. 
Click on this link and use coupon code ThankyouGin to save 10%!

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​When I post photos of my meals, I always get a comment or two about the cow butter dish. Want a cow butter dish of your own?  Here you go. 



​This is the DNA test that I used for both ancestry and health information. After receiving my report from them, I was able to download my raw data and find out even more about myself. 



​I am amazed at how easy it is to bake bread. This book has actually turned me into a confident baker. 


​For fresh breath during the fast, try these Wow drops.  The only ingredients are peppermint oil and chlorophyll, with no added sweeteners.  Keep in mind that peppermint oil is in the grey area, which is explained here.  



​This is the weighted hula hoop that I use.  Make sure to select one that is the right size for you.  There are size guides on the product listing to help you figure out your correct size.
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