Sanctified Wellness

Summary:

In this episode of Sanctified Wellness, Alexis and Katie discuss the importance of living a healthier lifestyle within financial means. They explore practical tips for budgeting, the significance of community and nature, and how to honor God through health choices. The conversation emphasizes simplifying health habits, supporting local farmers, and utilizing whole foods to reduce waste. They also touch on the spiritual aspect of health, encouraging listeners to prioritize their relationship with God while maintaining a balanced approach to wellness.

Takeaways:

Living healthier within your means is essential.

Reevaluating health priorities is crucial, especially with family.

Simplifying health habits can lead to better choices.

Community and nature play a significant role in wellness.

Honoring God through health choices is important.

Eating out is often more expensive than cooking at home.

Supporting local farmers can lead to better quality food.

Utilizing the whole animal reduces waste and is cost-effective.

Spirituality is a key component of overall health.

Establishing healthy habits early can benefit future generations.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Living Healthier Within Your Means

02:49 Reevaluating Health and Wellness Priorities

05:34 The Simplicity of Health and Wellness

08:24 The Importance of Community and Nature

11:10 Honoring God Through Health Choices

14:07 Strategies for Budget-Friendly Eating

16:56 Convenience vs. Health in Food Choices

18:20 Budgeting for Healthy Eating

21:18 Supporting Local Farmers

24:17 Bulk Buying and Cost-Effective Strategies

27:58 Ancestral Eating and Nutritional Wisdom

30:39 The Importance of Community and Spiritual Health

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In this episode of Sanctified Wellness, hosts Katie and Alexis dive into the transformative journey of nutrition as they navigate their 30s. They explore how lifestyle changes, hormonal shifts, and evolving priorities impact dietary choices and overall wellness. From the importance of protein intake to the pitfalls of diet culture, they share personal stories and insights on creating a balanced, nourishing lifestyle that aligns with both health goals and spiritual values. Tune in to discover how to embrace these changes and thrive in this new phase of life.

In this episode, we dive into the often-ignored role of strength training in women’s wellness. While many wellness spaces focus heavily on yoga, cardio, and nutrition, resistance training is still missing from the conversation for far too many women. We’ll unpack why this matters—not just for fat loss or muscle tone, but for hormonal balance, metabolic health, mental resilience, and long-term vitality.

You’ll hear how strength training can support women dealing with PCOS, hypothyroidism, and high cortisol, and why building muscle is one of the most powerful ways to honor and care for your body. Whether you’re new to lifting or hesitant about where to start, this episode offers a faith-based, science-backed perspective that encourages you to embrace strength—not just in the gym, but in life.

Episode Summary:

In this deeply insightful episode, we welcome Dr. Missy Gallow, founder of Misama Wellness and a passionate pelvic floor physical therapist who blends science, empathy, and personal experience into her care. Dr. Gallow opens up about her own intense journey—a story that not only shaped her perspective but also transformed the way she supports women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond.

At Misama Wellness, Dr. Gallow integrates orthopedics, pelvic health, obstetrics, and sports medicine to offer a truly holistic approach. She walks us through the importance of comprehensive pelvic floor therapy—including internal and external assessments—and how understanding the root cause of symptoms leads to lasting healing.

This episode is for every woman who's ever felt overlooked or unsupported in her journey. Whether you're preparing for birth, healing after baby, or just curious about pelvic health, Dr. Gallow’s wisdom will leave you feeling empowered, educated, and seen.

Make sure to follow her practice on Instagram: @misama_pelvicwellnesspros

Want more info visit: www.misamawellness.com

In this episode, we pulled back the curtain on Big Pharma’s influence over our health, unpacking the truth behind the pills and prescriptions. We explored what real longevity looks like—from nourishing your body naturally to reclaiming your mental clarity. With a chemist’s insight, a heart for healing, and special guest Gary Rutherford joining the conversation, we dove into what it means to break free from the cycle of dependency and build a successful, vibrant life on your own terms.

In this heartfelt and honest episode, we’re diving deep into what it means to prepare your mind, body, and spirit before the rings and the cribs. We talk about the importance of aligning our priorities with God’s design, confronting the uncomfortable truth of our selfishness, and embracing the inner work required before stepping into marriage and motherhood.

We’re also opening up about the physical shifts that happen as we move out of our 20s — how we can’t train, hustle, or bounce back the same way we used to — and how that’s not a bad thing. There’s power in slowing down, choosing rest, and honoring our changing bodies.

For those of us dreaming of homeschooling, staying at home, and raising faith-filled families, this episode speaks to the cultural shift we’re seeing — a beautiful return to intentional living, biblical womanhood, and purpose-driven motherhood. It’s not easy, and it requires sacrifice, but there’s so much fruit in the journey.

Hormones run the show when it comes to how we feel, function, and age. When they’re in balance, everything flows—energy, mood, metabolism, sleep. But when they’re off? Fatigue, weight struggles, anxiety, and irregular cycles take over.

In this episode, we’re breaking down:
✅ How hormones impact metabolism, brain, bone, and heart health
✅ Key hormones every woman should know—estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, thyroid, and insulin
✅ Signs your hormones are out of balance
✅ Essential supplements for hormone support

If you’re tired of feeling exhausted, moody, or stuck in a health rut, this episode is for you! Tune in now and take control of your hormone health. 💛✨ #HormoneBalance #WomensHealth #Wellness

In this episode of Sanctified Wellness, we're diving into life updates, the beauty of natural birth, and the importance of understanding estrogen dominance and thyroid health. We’ll explore how these factors impact overall wellness and why being your own health advocate is essential. Through faith and wisdom, we’ll discuss trusting God in the journey of healing, making informed choices, and honoring the body He created. Whether you're navigating pregnancy, hormone imbalances, or simply seeking a more holistic approach to health, this episode will empower you to walk in faith and take charge of your well-being

What to do when God doesn’t give you what you want… 

*We learn to trust God in the trials (think of Hannah who couldn’t have children) 

*Reminder: we will always experience disappointment…this earth and everything in it was never meant to satisfy. 

Luke 22:42 “…not my will, but yours be done.”

A lot of the time we are disappointed because we are putting our hope in the wrong places.

Verses: 

“My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.”

Psalms 73:26 NLT

“Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.” 

Deuteronomy 31:8 NLT

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.”Revelation 21:4 NLT

“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

Isaiah 40:31 NLT

Welcome back! Let's get into it...

We often say we desire healing or freedom - but we focus on excuses rather than running to our ultimate healer & giver of life, Jesus. We focus inwardly & often form an identity surrounding our struggle.

We are told in John that Jesus is the vine - we are the branches. Without him, we are nothing.Do we truly desire a life that is free from sin? Or are we so comfortable in our sin that it becomes a part of us?

Do we want to be healed?

Scripture References: 

“Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there.” Galatians 5:24 NLT

“My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; For they are life to those who find them, And health to all their flesh.” Proverbs 4:20-22 NKJV

“…If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”John 8:31-32