# Losing 30lbs and Healing GI Issues with FMP Member Meredith Payne (Ep. 197)

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Podcast: [Fit Mother Project Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fit-mother-project-podcast-4477202)
Published: 2026-05-12T15:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.fitmotherproject.com/losing-30lbs-and-healing-gi-issues-ep-197
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## Resource

In Episode 197 of the Fit Mother Project Podcast, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi sits down with Fit Mother member Meredith Payne, for an honest, inspiring conversation about what real transformation looks like over the course of a year. Meredith came into the program as a supportive partner, joining alongside her Fit Father boyfriend, and ended up being the one who took the bull by the horns and changed her entire family's health. Now celebrating her 50th birthday, she has healed chronic GI issues tied to a Hashimoto's diagnosis, lost over 30 pounds and six inches of belly inflammation, completed extended fasting, shifted from an ultra-marathon mentality to a strength-first mindset, and built a sustainable lifestyle rooted in simple nutrition habits and community support. This conversation covers everything from her experience inside the Precision Vitality program to how she plans her workouts, preps her meals, stays motivated, and gives herself grace on the harder days. If you are just starting your Fit Mother journey, or looking for your next goal after reaching a milestone, Meredith's story is the reminder you need that the process is worth trusting. Rate & Review — If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to rate and review the Fit Mother Project Podcast. Your review helps more women discover practical, empowering health information that can truly change their lives. Join the Fit Mother Community — If you want support putting this into action, come join the Fit Mother community. You will find practical guidance, encouragement, and a group of women committed to building strong, healthy lives together. Fit Mother Project Key Takeaways: Joining to support a partner and becoming the one who drives the family's health transformation Healing chronic GI issues and l…

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