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Balance Health Now episodes
- From Stress to Calm: Healing Your Gut with Mindful Eating and Practical Tips
In this episode, Sydney Torres and Monica Bordurka delve into the profound impact of stress on gut health and how to transition from stress to calm. They explain that stress, the body's natural fight-or-flight response, can be triggered by both physical and emotional factors. Chronic stress, in particular, can lead to digestive issues and suppress immune function.
The conversation highlights the importance of mindful eating practices, such as aligning the body, deep breathing, and calming the nervous system before meals, to improve digestion. Sydney and Monica also discuss key blood lab markers, including the sodium to potassium ratio and alkaline phosphatase levels, which provide valuable insights into digestive health.
Monica shares practical tips for resetting the nervous system and emphasizes the power of making small, incremental changes and creating micro habits for long-term well-being.
Be sure to check out Monica free three-day reset and her book
https://www.leadershipwellness.ca/3-day-reset
The link to Eating Consciously https://www.leadershipwellness.ca/A-New-Way-To-Be
44 min - Health Isn't a Number On A Scale Featuring Jenna Talleda
Host Sydney Torres, alongside guest Jenna Talleda explores the challenges and misconceptions that people in larger bodies face within the healthcare system and society at large. This dialogue aims to empower listeners to redefine their approach to health, emphasizing well-being over weight.
Jenna Talleda, special guest and Sydney Torres discuss the following:Critique of BMI and Conventional Health Metrics:
- How BMI fails to account for individual differences in body composition and health, often leading to misjudgment and unnecessary stigmatization of people in larger bodies.
Principles of Intuitive Eating:
- Jenna introduces the concept of intuitive eating, an approach that encourages individuals to listen to their bodies and eat based on internal cues of hunger and satiety rather than external diet rules and restrictions. This segment highlights how intuitive eating promotes a healthier relationship with food and can lead to better mental and physical health outcomes.
Addressing Societal Pressures and Diet Culture:
- The discussion addresses the pervasive influence of diet culture on individuals' self-perception and health behaviors. Sydney and Jenna critique how societal pressures to conform to a certain body size not only distort personal health goals but also contribute to broader issues of body image, eating disorders, and mental health struggles.
If you would like to learn more about Jenna Talleda she can be found at :
https://permission-to-exist-prof.my.canva.site/how-has-dieting-affected-your-lifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.nutrition.ally34 min - Breaking the Chains: Food Freedom and Conquering Emotional Eating Featuring Andrea Caprio
In this conversation, Sydney Torres and Andrea Caprio discuss food freedom and emotional eating.
Andrea shares her personal journey of overcoming health issues through healthy eating and lifestyle changes. She also provides practical tips for developing awareness of emotional eating and implementing mindful eating habits.
When you address the root causes of emotional eating it creates sustainable habits for long-term success habits
Takeaways
- Food freedom is about breaking free from the diet roller coaster and developing a positive relationship with food.
- Emotional eating can range from occasional cravings to full-blown food addiction or disordered eating.
- Developing awareness of emotional eating and differentiating between emotional and physical hunger is key to overcoming it.
- Implementing small, sustainable habits and addressing the root causes of emotional eating are essential for long-term success.
- Finding personalized approaches and seeking support from professionals can help individuals achieve food freedom.
Andrea Caprio Contact Information
Website: https://wellnessmethods.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellnessmethods Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wellnessmethodsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellnessmethods
29 min - Conquering Hashimoto's and Autoimmune Health Featuring Anna Laura Brown
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Anna Laura Brown about her personal journey with Hashimoto's and her work in helping others with autoimmune conditions.
They discuss the symptoms and diagnosis of Hashimoto's, the importance of addressing gut health, the need to listen to your body and take control of your health, holistic remedies for inflammation and pain, simple steps to improve health with autoimmune conditions, finding support and working with a functional medicine practitioner, and the escalation of autoimmune disease and finding hope.
Takeaways
- Hashimoto's can take years to diagnose, and it is important to advocate for yourself and insist on proper testing.
- Digestive and gut health play a significant role in autoimmune conditions, and addressing these issues is crucial for overall health.
- Taking control of your health and listening to your body's signals is essential in managing autoimmune conditions.
- Holistic remedies such as essential oils, turmeric supplements, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, and infrared light therapy can help reduce inflammation and pain.
- Starting with simple steps like implementing breathing exercises and managing stress can have a positive impact on autoimmune conditions.
- Finding a functional medicine practitioner, such as a chiropractor, can provide additional support and guidance in managing autoimmune conditions.
- Autoimmune diseases are on the rise, and it is important to have hope and know that it is possible to improve your health and quality of life.
- Reach out to Anna Laura Brown for guidance and support in managing autoimmune conditions.
Want To Work With Anna Laura Brown?
Website: https://annalaurabrown.com/
Check Out Her Podcast ! https://annalaurabrown.com/podcast/
22 min - The Link Between Diet and Skincare Featuring Jamie Ortiz
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Jamie Ortiz, a licensed esthetician and the creator of True Skin Rituals.
They discuss the importance of skincare and how what we eat can affect our skin. Jamie shares her personal journey with her son's eczema and how she discovered the correlation between his diet and his skin inflammation.
She emphasizes the need to eliminate inflammatory foods and choose gentle cleansers, moisturizers, and mineral-based sunscreens.
Jamie also recommends using serums targeted for specific skin concerns and reading ingredient labels to avoid harmful chemicals.
Takeaways
- Skincare is important because our skin is a reflection of what is going on inside our bodies.
- Diet plays a significant role in skin health, and eliminating inflammatory foods can help improve conditions like eczema and acne.
- A good skincare routine includes a gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and mineral-based sunscreen.
- Serums targeted for specific skin concerns, such as brightening or anti-aging, can provide concentrated benefits.
- Reading ingredient labels is crucial to avoid harmful chemicals in skincare products.
To purchase Jamie's sunscreen check out her website
Espieve.com
Instagram @espieve_spf
26 min - Beating Fatigue & Boosting Energy Naturally Featuring Angel Hill
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Angel Hill, a board-certified natural medicine doctor specializing in women's hormonal health.
They discuss the importance of balancing cortisol levels, starting the day with protein and fat, and avoiding liquid sugars.
Angel shares her personal journey of overcoming adrenal issues and how she helps her clients regain their energy.
She also provides tips for grocery shopping and stress management. Listeners are encouraged to reach out to Angel for support with hormonal imbalances and related health issues.
Takeaways
- Balancing cortisol levels is crucial for overall health and energy levels.
- Starting the day with a meal rich in protein and fat helps stabilize blood sugar levels and signals to the body that it is safe.
- Avoiding liquid sugars is important for preventing blood sugar spikes and hormonal imbalances.
- Lifestyle changes such as consistent exercise, regular sleep patterns, and exposure to natural light can support hormonal balance and overall well-being.
- Planning meals and having healthy snacks readily available can help reduce stress and support a balanced diet.
- Listeners are encouraged to reach out to Angel Hill for personalized support with hormonal imbalances and related health issues.
Want To Work With Dr. Angel Hill?
Contact @althealthangel on Instagram
27 min - Break Up With Stress & Becoming More Resilient Featuring Monica Bordurka
Welcome To Balance Health Now !
Its time we all stop being victims to our outside stressors. We have the power to develop habits that can break us free from stress.
In today's episode I'm joined by Monica Bordurka and she shares brilliant ways to eliminate stress while building up resilience.
Monica is the co-founder of The Leadership Wellness Group, where she provides workshops and coaching for both individuals and organizations. She is also a Certified International Health Coach (CIHC), a Yoga Educator (CYT 500), and a Yoga Therapist. Monica has several mindfulness meditation certificates, a diploma in Adult Education, and understands the fundamentals of how adults learn, the neuroscience of behavior changes and how to regulate our nervous system in a world where stress is the norm.
Monica is a holistic health enthusiast, aspiring yogi, lover of nature and personal development junkie. She has just published her first book “A New Way to Be – Becoming RESILIENT one breath, habit and moment at a time. “Want to work with Monica?
Website: www.leadershipwellness.ca
https://www.leadershipwellness.ca/A-New-Way-To-BeCertified Resilience Coach Program Discount Starting January 2024 https://www.leadershipwellness.ca/crcp-sales-page
29 min - It's More Than Just Your Hormones Featuring Dr. Leslie Kasanoff
Welcome To Balance Health Now !
When it comes to not feeling well it's usually not just one thing. Its a combinations of factors that have lead up to a certain health concern.
My special guest Dr. Leslie Kasanoff shares her knowledge on the power of food to transform and improve health.
Dr. Leslie Kasanoff helps people get the answers they need through coaching, diet, and lifestyle change. She believes in getting to the root of the problems. She wants everyone to regain their vibrant health.
Want to work with Dr. Leslie Kasanoff?Website: https://Drlesliek.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VibrantHealthOver40
26 min - Using Dance Therapy To Improve Physical, Mental, & Emotional Health
Welcome to Balance Health Now !
Did you know that using dance therapy can improve physical, mental and emotional health?
Meet Fabienne Beard-Wright, my special guest. She is an esteemed cultural movement specialist and a driving force behind Liftoff Special Programming, Inc. With a deep-rooted passion for dance and education, Fabienne has committed her life to empowering others through the arts, providing valuable resources, and fostering creative growth.
From a devastating diagnosis to a life-transforming discovery, Fabienne found out how joy and intuitive movement could help her overcome her health challenges and reignite her passion for dance. She experienced firsthand the profound impact of incorporating joyful physical activity into nurturing mental health and emotional balance. Drawing from her own journey, Fabienne has become a thought leader within the dance education and mental health spaces, teaching individuals how to unlock the transformative power of movement.
Want to work with Fabienne?
Website: https://www.thehubkraft.com/
Instagram: @Fbeardwr
35 min - Ancestral Eating To Heal Inflamed Bellies Featuring Heather Woodruff
Welcome To Balance Health Now !
What to do when you're on a digestive healing journey can become very overwhelming, especially with so much information out there.
In today's episode my special guest Heather Woodruff shares the power of ancestral eating to calm the fire in our digestive systems.
Heather Woodruff is a Digestion Guru & Certified GAPS™ Practitioner who loves supporting women to heal their stubbornly inflamed bellies deeply and completely with the medicinal foods of our great-grandmothers so they can live a soul-led life full of purpose.
When she is not saving the world one bloated belly at a time, you can find me perusing the farmer’s market, shaking my butt off at a Kundalini yoga class, surfing some north pacific waves, planning sacred sisterhood gatherings, or simply puttering in the kitchen (usually in company with my brilliant husband and dragon obsessed little girl.)Join Heather's Upcoming Live Meat Stock & Soup Making Workshop
Online: Saturday, Nov 4 at 11am - 12:30pm PSThttps://heather-woodruff-nutrition.mykajabi.com/offers/8xMnLNai/checkout
Want To Work With Heather
Website: https://heather-woodruff-nutrition.mykajabi.com/sacred-gut-healing-program
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherwoodruffnutrition/
Grab your free gut remedies here https://heather-woodruff-nutrition.mykajabi.com/Gut-Healing-Recipes
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About Balance Health Now
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to Balance Health Now
I am your certified Health Coach Sydney Torres. I speak to other health & wellness warriors who share the same passion-- WELLNESS for all. We chat all things A-Z on holistic health & wellness providing holistic and science based solutions to help you reclaim your health so you can live-feel- and transform into the best version of you!