The Only Diet That Actually Worked for Us

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Hey, you two! Happy Fri-yay.

I used to be a mindless snacker—grabbing chips while cooking, munching crackers during TV time, you know the drill. Aaron would occasionally ask, 'Are you sure you want that?' and while his heart was in the right place, it made me feel monitored instead of supported. The good news? I've worked hard on those habits and found approaches that actually stick. Even better news? The methods we're sharing today keep you as teammates through the whole process.

What's Inside

• 🧠 This Week’s Shared Shift

• 🔁 TL;DR

• 📊 Why Extreme Diets Backfire for Couples

• 🤝 Do This Together

• ⚡ Customizing to Your Reality

• 💬 Real Talk: Couple's Check-In

• 📈  Track Your Wins (Not Your Failures)

• ✋ One more thing…

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🧠 This Week’s Shared Shift

You know that couple who's always starting a new "couples cleanse"—their third one this year? By week two, he's secretly eating pizza at lunch while she's stress-eating crackers after work. Sound familiar?

Here’s what I’ve learned from researching nutrition, testing things ourselves, and listening to friends and other couples: extreme diets don’t just fail—they often turn partners into food police. One person becomes the “rule enforcer,” while the other feels judged for wanting fries. 

Suddenly, you’re not on the same team anymore.

The truth? Balanced nutrition wins every time—not just for your body, but for your relationship. It keeps you as teammates, not adversaries.

🔁 TL;DR

Small, sustainable nutrition shifts keep you energized, connected, and off the food-police beat.

📊 Why Extreme Diets Backfire for Couples

A systematic review found that gradual weight loss approaches result in greater fat loss and better metabolic rate preservation compared to rapid weight loss methods. But here's what the research doesn't tell you: when one partner "fails" an extreme diet, it often triggers shame, secrecy, and relationship tension. 

Here's the relationship bonus: balanced approaches mean the occasional fries or slice of cake don't derail progress. No guilt, no policing—just steady support.

The couple effect: When you focus on balance instead of restrictions, you naturally become supporters instead of monitors. Plus, making small changes together means you're 3x more likely to stick with them.

🤝 Do This Together

Choose one tiny nutrition shift you can both maintain for the next 6 months—emphasis on tiny. Here are a few examples:

• The Fruit Swap: Replace one daily processed snack with fruit you both enjoy 

• The Veggie Add: Commit to one extra vegetable at dinner (even if it's just adding spinach to pasta sauce)

• The Protein Morning: Share a protein-rich breakfast together twice a week

The magic: These changes feel easy because they ARE easy. And easy builds momentum.

💡 Couple's Rule: Support each other’s good choices—but don’t police the occasional indulgence. Balance means ice cream on Friday night won’t undo your week of adding veggies to dinner.

⚡ Customizing to Your Reality

Just Starting? Pick ONE change. Seriously, just one. Master it together before adding anything else.

Ready for More? Add a second small habit that boosts energy—like drinking water before your first cup of coffee.

Want to Level Up? Yes, we've talked about meal prep before—but there's a reason we keep coming back to it. Start simple: prep just one healthy meal together every Sunday. It keeps you both on track without the overwhelm.

Finally, a Nutrition Plan That Fits You

Stop guessing with one-size-fits-all diet plans. Fay connects you with a Registered Dietitian for true 1-on-1 coaching. They work with you to create a sustainable nutrition plan tailored to your unique body, lifestyle, and personal health goals. It’s time to get guidance that actually works.

Find Your Dietitian Now

💬 Real Talk: Couple's Check-In

Take 5 minutes to share your answers. This conversation might surprise you—and bring you closer together around food.

📈  Track Your Wins (Not Your Failures)

Celebrate what you DID do—not what you didn’t. Create a simple shared note on your phones to record daily wins, no matter how small.

Example: "We both chose apples over chips today" or "We cooked together instead of ordering takeout."

Why it works: Your brain craves positive reinforcement. When you focus on wins together, you naturally want to create more of them

💌 What's Coming Next Week

We're diving into movement that brings you closer together—because the best workout partner is already sharing your bed.

✋ One more thing…

Hit reply and tell us: What's one small nutrition change you and your partner could realistically stick to? We read every response and often feature your wins in future newsletters.

With love and realistic expectations,

Jaylene + Aaron

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P.P.S….Looking to align your health goals as a couple, prioritize your fitness and nutrition? Check out these top guides:

1. She's Your Wife, Not Your Gym Bro 

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3. The 1-Hour Habit That Builds Focus and Reduces Friction