Think your hormones are the reason you feel exhausted, anxious, can't sleep, and can't lose weight?

Not so fast.

While hormonal changes during perimenopause absolutely play a role, many women are unknowingly overlooking the very foundations their bodies need to thrive. From unstable blood sugar and poor digestion to mineral imbalances, dehydration, and chronic stress, these underlying factors can amplify hormone symptoms and leave you feeling like you've completely lost yourself.

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner Molly Sellers to discuss why supporting the foundations of health is one of the most powerful things you can do during perimenopause.

Together, we discuss:

• Why so many women blame hormones when the real problem starts elsewhere
• The foundational habits that have the biggest impact on how you feel
• How blood sugar affects energy, mood, cravings, and weight
• Why digestion plays a much bigger role in hormone health than most people realize
• The importance of minerals during perimenopause
• What Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) can reveal about your health
• Common mineral imbalances Molly sees in women navigating perimenopause
• Simple, practical steps you can start implementing today

If you've been doing "all the right things" but still feel tired, overwhelmed, or stuck with stubborn weight, this conversation will remind you that sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from strengthening the basics—not chasing the next trendy supplement or protocol.

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🌐 Website: https://www.goodforyoufood.net/

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodforyoufd/

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Are you constantly exhausted, struggling with brain fog, watching the number on the scale climb, and being told, "It's just menopause" or "Your labs are normal"?

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Margot Shute, Certified Holistic Health & Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, to uncover why so many women over 45 continue to struggle despite being told everything looks "fine."

We dive into why menopause isn't always the whole story, why thyroid dysfunction is frequently overlooked, and why conventional lab work can miss the deeper imbalances contributing to fatigue, stubborn weight, brain fog, and feeling unlike yourself. We also discuss why some women continue to experience symptoms even after starting HRT, and how taking a functional root-cause approach can help uncover what's really driving those symptoms.

If you've ever felt dismissed because your blood work came back "normal," this episode will empower you to ask better questions, advocate for your health, and understand that your symptoms deserve answers.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

•  Why your symptoms may not be "just menopause" 
•  The thyroid connection many women never hear about 
•  Why normal lab results don't always mean optimal health 
•  Why HRT isn't always the complete solution 
•  What a functional root-cause approach actually looks like 
•  Practical next steps if you know something still feels "off" 

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🌐 Website
 https://www.shuteforwellness.com

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 https://www.instagram.com/margotshute.wellness/

📘 Facebook
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What if the answers you've been searching for aren't found in another supplement, another diet, or the latest health trend?

After more than 16 years in practice and over 7,000 one-on-one client consultations, Dr. Angel Hill has seen the same patterns emerge again and again. In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, she joins Monika to share what those thousands of cases have taught her about why so many women struggle with low energy, stubborn weight, hormone imbalances, and feeling like they're doing all the "right" things with little to show for it.

Together, they dive into the foundational habits that support vibrant health, why your morning routine matters more than you might think, and how personalized functional testing can help uncover the root causes behind symptoms that conventional testing often overlooks.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why your first hour of the day can influence your energy, metabolism, cravings, and hormones.
• The three pillars of Dr. Angel's "Electrify Your Day" morning framework.
• Why hydration is about more than simply drinking water.
• How blood sugar balance impacts energy, mood, cravings, and weight loss.
• Why individualized testing often provides answers when generic wellness advice falls short.
• What Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis, and iridology can reveal about your body's unique patterns.
• Why chasing health trends often leads to frustration instead of long-term results.
• The biggest lessons Dr. Angel has learned after working with more than 7,000 clients.
• Simple, sustainable habits that create lasting improvements in your health without relying on quick fixes.

If you've ever wondered why you're still tired despite eating well, why your metabolism feels like it's working against you, or why every new wellness trend leaves you disappointed, this episode will help you shift your focus toward the foundations that truly move the needle.

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🌐 Website: https://AngelHillOnline.com

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Have you ever wondered why the healthy habits that used to work suddenly aren't anymore?

You're eating well, exercising consistently, trying to manage your stress, yet your energy is low, your weight won't budge, and you feel like your body has changed overnight.

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika sits down with hormone coach Kerri Hallman to uncover why so many women—especially after 40—find themselves feeling stuck despite doing all the "right" things.

Together, they explore how chronic stress silently impacts your hormones, metabolism, sleep, and ability to lose weight, why traditional weight loss advice often falls short, and how functional testing can help uncover the root causes that standard approaches may overlook.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How chronic stress changes your metabolism and hormone health
• Why healthy habits may stop producing results over time
• The biggest myths keeping women stuck in the weight loss cycle
• Why "eat less and exercise more" isn't the full answer
• The importance of testing instead of guessing when it comes to your health
• How personalized data can help you finally understand what your body needs

If you've ever been told your blood work is "normal" but you know something still isn't right, this conversation will help you look beyond the surface and start making sense of what your body has been trying to tell you.

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Connect with Kerri Hallman

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrihallman

🌐 Website: https://kerrihallman.com

📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KerriHallman

🎁 Free Fat Loss Over 40 Guide:
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You've been told it's your hormones.

Maybe it's your thyroid.

Maybe it's stress.

Maybe it's just getting older.

But what if your symptoms are pointing to something else entirely?

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika Eva is joined by Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Patricia Elliott to explore why so many women stay stuck treating symptoms instead of uncovering what's actually driving them.

Fatigue, stubborn weight, brain fog, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, and thyroid concerns often look incredibly similar on the surface. The challenge? The root cause isn't always what you think.

Together, Monika and Patricia discuss why conditions like Hashimoto's, mold exposure, chronic stress, grief, gut dysfunction, and hormone imbalances can all present with overlapping symptoms—and why chasing one diagnosis or one supplement rarely leads to lasting results.

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still don't feel like yourself, this episode will help you understand why connecting the dots is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why it's not always "just hormones"
• How different root causes can produce nearly identical symptoms
• Why Hashimoto's, mold exposure, and hormone imbalances are often confused
• The impact chronic stress and grief can have on your physical health
• Why women often have more than one root cause contributing to their symptoms
• How functional practitioners identify patterns instead of simply treating symptoms
• Why personalized testing and a thorough health history matter
• How shifting your focus from symptom management to root-cause healing can change everything

Whether you're navigating stubborn weight, low energy, digestive issues, thyroid concerns, hormone imbalances, or simply know something feels "off," this conversation will give you a new perspective on what your body may actually be trying to tell you.

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🌿 Website:
www.lifecyclehealing.net

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📱 Instagram: @lifecyclehealing

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Summer doesn't have to mean starting over in September.

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I'm sharing how to enjoy BBQs, vacations, patio dinners, weddings, and summer treats without falling into the all-or-nothing mindset that leaves so many women feeling bloated, exhausted, and frustrated by the end of the season.

We'll talk about why one indulgent meal isn't what derails your progress, how to make empowered food choices without feeling deprived, and why supporting your hormones, gut health, and energy doesn't mean missing out on the memories that make summer so special.

You'll also learn why asking "How do I want to feel tomorrow?" is far more powerful than asking "Can I eat this?" and how small, intentional choices throughout the summer can help you head into the fall feeling energized instead of feeling like you need another reset.

If you've ever found yourself saying, "I'll get back on track after summer," this episode is for you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why women tend to abandon healthy habits during the summer.
• How to overcome the all-or-nothing mindset.
• The difference between restriction and empowerment.
• How to enjoy vacations, patios, BBQs, and celebrations while still supporting your health.
• Why choosing foods that help you feel your best isn't deprivation—it's self-respect.
• Simple ways to make healthier swaps without sacrificing the summer experience.
• How to stop starting over every September.

And if you're ready to finally release the stubborn weight, feel light, energized and incredible inside out, send me a DM with the word "SUMMER" and I'll help you figure out your next best step.

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If you've been told that irregular periods, stubborn weight, acne, mood swings, or feeling disconnected from your body are just something you have to live with, this episode is for you.

In Episode 111 of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika Eva sits down with Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Hormone Health Coach, and Yoga Instructor Maddy Pollack to discuss a whole-body approach to healing hormones and managing PCOS naturally.

After surviving cancer at just 25 years old, Maddy's health journey transformed the way she views wellness, helping women move beyond symptom management and reconnect with their bodies through nutrition, movement, mindfulness, and cycle awareness.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  Common misconceptions about PCOS and hormone imbalance 
•  Why weight loss can feel impossible with PCOS 
•  Signs your hormones may be out of balance 
•  The role of nutrition, movement, and mindfulness in hormone health 
•  How to rebuild trust with your body 
•  The mind-body connection and why it matters for healing 
•  Lessons Maddy learned through her cancer survivorship journey 
•  Simple steps women can take today to support their hormones naturally 

Whether you're navigating PCOS, struggling with hormone symptoms, or simply looking for a more sustainable approach to health, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and hopeful.

Connect with Maddy:

Instagram: @maddypollack_health
TikTok: @maddy.pollack.health
Website: maddypollackhealth.com

Free PCOS Starter Guide:
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On this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika sits down with Functional Nutritionist and creator of the Metabolic Beauty Code™, Ariana Juarez, to explore why chronic skin concerns are rarely just skin deep.

If you've been struggling with melasma, pigmentation, accelerated aging, acne, or skin changes that seem to have appeared out of nowhere, this conversation will change the way you think about your skin. Ariana explains how your skin acts as an early warning system, revealing deeper imbalances involving hormones, gut health, metabolism, detoxification pathways, and toxic burden.

Together, Monika and Ariana unpack the gut-skin connection, why many popular detox protocols can actually make symptoms worse, the importance of drainage and bile flow before detoxification, and the surprising factors that drive UV damage and premature aging beyond sun exposure alone.

Whether you're dealing with stubborn pigmentation, estrogen dominance, insulin dysregulation, or simply want healthier, more radiant skin from the inside out, this episode offers a functional perspective on what your skin may be trying to tell you.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• How your digestion influences skin health and aging
 • The connection between gut health, pigmentation, and inflammation
 • Why detox protocols often backfire
 • The role of bile flow and drainage pathways in healing
 • What melasma and pigmentation may reveal about estrogen dominance and metabolic health
 • The hidden causes of accelerated skin aging
 • Why the sun isn't the whole story when it comes to UV damage
 • Simple foundational strategies to support healthier skin from the inside out

Connect with Ariana Juarez

🌐 Website: Alura Wellness

📸 Instagram: @alura.wellness

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In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Colleen Kurtz, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Certified Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, to explore the powerful connection between your gut, brain, hormones, thyroid, sleep, mood, and energy.

If you've been struggling with anxiety, brain fog, low mood, exhaustion, digestive issues, poor sleep, or have been told that your labs are "normal" despite not feeling like yourself, this conversation is for you.

Colleen shares how chronic illness completely changed the trajectory of her life and career, why mental health symptoms often have physical roots, and how functional lab testing can uncover hidden imbalances that conventional approaches may miss.

Inside this episode, you'll learn:

✔️ Why anxiety, low mood, and fatigue may actually start in the gut

✔️ The connection between gut health, thyroid function, hormones, and sleep

✔️ Common signs your digestive system may be affecting your mental health

✔️ How chronic stress and illness can change the course of your life

✔️ Why guessing isn't enough—and how functional testing changes the game

✔️ What to do if you've been told your labs are "normal" but you still don't feel well

Whether you're dealing with bloating, burnout, chronic fatigue, mood swings, insomnia, hormone imbalances, or simply want to understand the gut-brain connection better, this episode is packed with practical insights and hope.

Connect with Colleen Kurtz

📱 Instagram: @colleen_mindfullynourished

🌐 Website: www.mindfully-nourished.com

✨ Gut Strategy Session (90-Minute Deep Dive):
 https://l.bttr.to/KApiu

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Are your hormones changing—or are you just burnt out?

If you're struggling with stubborn weight gain, low energy, brain fog, poor sleep, low libido, mood changes, or feeling like your body isn't responding the way it used to, this episode is for you.

In this week's episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika Eva sits down with Dr. Andrea Colon, Naturopathic Medical Doctor and expert in Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), peptides, and IV therapy, to discuss some of the most talked-about topics in women's health today.

Together, they break down:

• The signs your symptoms may be hormone-related and not "just aging"
• What women need to know about modern Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
• Common myths and misconceptions surrounding HRT
• The benefits, risks, and realities of peptide therapy
• How peptides may support fat loss, recovery, inflammation, and healthy aging
• What IV therapy can and cannot do for energy, nutrient deficiencies, and overall wellness
• How to know where to start if you feel like something is off but don't have answers

Whether you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, burnout, unexplained weight gain, or simply want to better understand your options, this conversation offers a balanced and practical look at some of today's most popular therapies.

Connect with Dr. Andrea Colon:

Instagram: @drandreanmd

Website: www.drandreacolon.com

Connect with Monika Eva:

Instagram: @monikaeeva

Website: www.monikaeva.com

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