What if balance isnât about doing everything perfectlyâbut learning when to pause?
In this empowering episode, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and Balance App founder Kristie Lengel shares what true balance looks like beyond the all-or-nothing mindset. After years of navigating chronic illness, burnout, and healing, Kristie has learned that real wellness isnât about pushing harderâitâs about attuning to your body, regulating your nervous system, and practicing grace.
Youâll learn:
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Balance isnât a destinationâitâs a practice. And when you start listening to your body with compassion, everything changes!
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If youâve been struggling with fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, hair loss, or feeling cold all the time â but your doctor keeps saying your labs look ânormal,â this episode is for you.
In this listener-favorite rerun, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel dives into the overlooked world of thyroid testing and explains why so many women are being misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed.
Youâll learn:
Kristie also shares practical ways to speak up for your health and get the complete picture of whatâs really happening with your hormones.
Donât let unexplained symptoms go uncheckedâempower yourself with the knowledge to take back control of your thyroid and your energy.
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What happens when chronic illness changes everything â your health, your marriage, your finances, and your future dreams?
In this deeply personal episode, Kristie (Lengel) and Frank Calise share their honest and emotional story of navigating invisible illness, medical gaslighting, and years of searching for answers. They reveal the challenges, heartbreak, and helplessness that came with living through chronic illness as a couple â and the unexpected strength, resilience, and hope that grew from it.
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âš This episode is for anyone whoâs ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or stuck in survival mode. Itâs a reminder that even in the darkest seasons, healing and purpose are possible.
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This week, weâre revisiting one of the most loved episodes from the Balance Banter vault!
If you or your child struggles with ADD or ADHD symptoms, youâve probably heard about medicationâbut what about nutritional interventions that support the brain and nervous system from the inside out?
In this episode, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel explores powerful (but practical!) dietary strategies that can help improve focus, attention, and mood:
Whether you're navigating this for yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode delivers real, doable strategies to help you feel more balancedânaturally.
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Have you ever felt like youâre doing everything right and still feel exhausted, dizzy, or ungrounded?
In this episode, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel shares the eye-opening story of how her debilitating POTS symptoms disappeared every time she traveled to Europeâand what she discovered about trace minerals that changed everything.
Youâll learn:
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Cortisol has become a buzzwordâbut how much do you really know about it?
In this clear and empowering episode, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel breaks down what cortisol is, why it matters, and how to tell if your rhythm is out of balance. Youâll learn:
Whether youâre dealing with autoimmunity, hormone imbalances, or mystery symptomsâthis episode gives you the why behind your fatigue and the how to start healing.
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In this heartfelt follow-up to her personal health story, host Kristie LengelâBoard Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance Appâshares the next chapter: how her healing journey inspired the complete rebrand of the Balance App, coming Fall 2025.
This is not just a fitness appâitâs a symptom-sensitive wellness hub for those navigating chronic illness, autoimmunity, POTS, MCAS, mold exposure, hormone issues, fatigue, and more. Kristie explains how her background in exercise physiology helped her continue moving even on her worst daysâand how most people donât have access to that kind of personalized, safe guidance.
Inside the new app, you'll find:
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In this deeply personal episode, host Kristie LengelâBoard Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance Appâshares her full chronic illness story for the first time.
What began as a mysterious rash on Christmas Day in 2016 spiraled into years of debilitating symptoms, medical gaslighting, and unanswered questions. From MCAS, POTS, mold illness, and Lyme to navigating daily food reactions and nervous system chaos, Kristie walks you through the health unraveling that changed everything.
Youâll hear how she became her own advocate, uncovered root causes, and eventually found a path to healingâone that inspired her to help others do the same through functional nutrition and the Balance App.
This episode is for anyone living with:
âš You are not alone. You are not broken. There is a path forward.
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Schedule a free consultation to explore root-cause healing strategies tailored to your story. Link in show notes.
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This listener favorite is back! In this quick and powerful rerun, Kristie shares 5 practical sleep strategies every busy woman can use to feel more rested and energized â without overhauling her entire routine!
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Originally aired in June 2024, this episode is a must-listen reset for your body and mind.
đ§ Hit play and make rest your superpower!
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If youâve been stuck in survival mode, living on edge, or feeling like your nervous system is constantly in overdrive â this episode is your exhale.
In this powerful conversation, Kristie sits down with yoga and meditation instructor Kerry, who specializes in simple, approachable nervous system regulation practices that help women feel calm, grounded, and connected again.
Youâll learn:
This episode is a must-listen if youâve been feeling anxious, exhausted, or âoffâ â and youâre ready to feel more like you again.
đ§ Press play, grab a cozy seat, and breathe a little deeper. Youâre safe here.
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Letâs be real â most of us donât have time to stand in a grocery aisle decoding every number on a nutrition label. But that doesnât mean we should ignore them altogether!
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie shares a simple, no-stress method for reading nutrition labels so you can make healthier decisions in seconds â not minutes.
Youâll learn:
This episode is packed with real-talk strategies to help you shop smarter, eat better, and ditch the food label confusion for good â no tracking, no perfection, just practical guidance for your busy life.
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đ§ Tune in and start flipping labels with confidence â your body will thank you!
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If youâve ever tried a 12-step morning routine that collapsed by day three â welcome to the club! The truth is, when routines are too long or unrealistic, they just donât stick. đđ»
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie is keeping it refreshingly simple by breaking down 3 morning habits and 3 evening rituals that actually fit your real life â and support your nervous system, energy, digestion, and sleep.
Youâll learn:
This episode is a must-listen if youâre craving more structure, better rest, or just want to stop âstarting overâ every week. Itâs practical, real-life wellness â minus the perfection pressure.
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đ§ Hit play and simplify your routines for good!
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In todayâs powerful episode of Balance Banter, Iâm sitting down with one of my incredible clients, Kara â a working mom of three, devoted wife, and beautiful example of what it looks like to truly embrace a Balanced mindset.
Kara shares her honest, inspiring journey from living in a cycle of burnout and all-or-nothing thinking⊠to finding peace, consistency, and confidence in her wellness routine. Through small mindset shifts and sustainable habits, sheâs created a lifestyle that supports her health, her faith, and her family â without restriction or extremes.
In our conversation, we talk about:
If youâve been feeling like balance just isnât possible for you, Karaâs story is proof that it is â and that small changes, made consistently, can create incredible transformation!
đ§ Hit play for a conversation thatâs real, refreshing, and full of wisdom!
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Want to improve your digestion, reduce bloat, and support your gut... but barely have time to eat, let alone cook? đ«
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie shares 4 of her favorite gut-friendly foods that take zero effort to prep and are easy to sneak into your everyday meals.
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This episode is short, practical, and packed with easy tips to get your gut health moving in the right direction â even if your schedule is chaos! đ
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Tap play, grab your coffee (or bone broth đ), and letâs get your gut feeling good again!
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Are you secretly burning out... but still managing to get everything done? đ”âđ« If youâre constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, and feeling âoff,â yet still pushing through your day-to-day responsibilities, this episode is for you!
In todayâs Balance Banter episode, Kristie opens up about her personal journey with high-functioning burnout â and how ignoring the early signs led to serious health struggles like mold toxicity and Lyme disease.
Youâll learn:
If you're tired but wired, running on caffeine, or just feeling "off" no matter how hard you try â you are not alone!
This episode will help you recognize the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs that your body needs support â before burnout turns into something bigger.
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đ§ Hit play, take a deep breath, and know that slowing down isnât weakness â itâs the first step to real, lasting health.
If this episode resonated with you, donât forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who might need to hear this message too! đ
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Menopause comes with a lot of changesâhello hot flashes, mood swings, and that dreaded belly âpooch.â đ
But you donât have to just accept those symptoms as your new normal. In this episode of Balance Banter, Certified Functional Nutritionist and Exercise Physiologist Kristie Lengel shares how incorporating the right types of exercise can significantly reduce common menopause symptoms!
Discover how strength training, low-impact cardio, and mindful movement can help balance your hormones, support metabolism, relieve stress, and help you feel strong and confident through every stage of menopause. Whether youâre perimenopausal, postmenopausal, or in the thick of it, this episode will give you the tools to feel your best from the inside out!
đ§ Tune in to learn how to take charge of your body and mind during menopauseânaturally.
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Feeling stuck with fatigue, bloating, brain fog, hormone imbalances, or weight gainâdespite clean eating and regular workouts? Youâre not alone!
In this episode of Balance Banter, Functional Nutritionist Kristie Lengel reveals the 5 most common root causes of chronic symptoms and disease: chronic stress, toxin overload, hidden food sensitivities, gut infections, and nutrient deficiencies.
Discover how these underlying imbalances often go undiagnosed by conventional medicineâand how addressing them holistically can help you finally feel strong, energized, and symptom-free.
Kristie also shares real-life examples, actionable tips, and how Functional Nutrition identifies these triggers to guide your healing journey.
đ§ Tune in to uncover whatâs really holding your body backâand how to take the first step toward root-cause healing!
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Struggling with low energy, poor sleep, or constant stress? đ«
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie Lengel shares the 5 life-changing habits that transformed her mental and physical well-beingâjust in time for her 36th birthday! From reducing caffeine and unplugging from social media to improving sleep routines and taking mindful walks, these small but powerful habits can help you feel more energized, focused, and balanced.
Tune in to discover how simple daily shifts can create massive positive change in your life! đđŒ
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Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of extreme dieting, food fear, or guilt around what you eat? In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie opens up about her personal battle with chronic illness and how it led to an unhealthy relationship with food.
After years of restrictive diets, elimination plans, and fear-based eating, she discovered that true healing wasnât about cutting out more foodsâit was about adding the right nutrients and shifting her mindset. Learn how sheâs rebuilding her approach to nutrition by focusing on nourishment over restriction and how you can do the same.
Whether youâre dealing with food sensitivities, diet culture burnout, or emotional eating, this episode will empower you to create a balanced, sustainable relationship with food. Tune in now! đ€
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Staying on track with healthy eating doesnât have to be overwhelming! In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie shares 8 practical nutrition tips designed for busy schedules! đ„Š
Learn how to:
So, you can make balanced choices without the stress. Whether youâre juggling work, family, or a packed calendar, these tips will help you eat well and feel great without spending hours in the kitchen. Tune in now and start simplifying your nutrition routine today! đ
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What if reaching your goals didnât feel like a chore? đ€
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie introduces the concept of âgamifyingâ your goalsâturning everyday tasks into a fun and motivating challenge! Discover why small, realistic milestones work better than massive, overwhelming goals, and how creating enjoyable incentives can keep you on track. Whether you're working on fitness, nutrition, or personal development, this mindset shift will help you stay consistent, engaged, and excited about progress. Tune in to learn how to trick your brain into success and start making your goals feel easier today! đȘđŒ
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Is too much cardio holding you back from your weight loss goals? In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie Lengel breaks down why excessive cardio might be doing more harm than good and how it can lead to elevated cortisol levels, increased belly fat, and slowed metabolism.
Discover why strength training is the game-changing exercise your body needs to burn fat, build lean muscle, and improve your overall health. Kristie shares practical tips for balancing cardio with strength training, managing stress, and building a workout routine that actually supports your weight loss and wellness goals. Tune in to learn how to work smarter, not harder, and make 2025 your strongest year yet! đȘđŒ
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Are your New Yearâs resolutions setting you up for success or failure? In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie Lengel breaks down the importance of setting SMART goalsâSpecific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Boundâfor your fitness, nutrition, and wellness journey in 2025! đŻ
Discover why vague goals like 'I want to lose weight' or 'I want to eat less sugar' often fall short and learn how to reframe them into actionable steps you can actually achieve. đȘđŒ
Tune in for practical strategies to set goals that stick and make 2025 your most balanced and successful year yet!
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Struggling to stick to your workout routine every New Year? đđ» In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie shares 5 proven tips to help you build an exercise routine that lasts beyond January! Whether you're a busy mom, a frequent traveler, or someone just starting out, these practical strategies will help you prioritize your health and stay consistent all year long. Plus, discover how the Balance App can simplify your fitness journey with flexible, 30-minute workouts designed to fit your lifestyle. Tune in now and make 2025 your healthiest year yet!
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In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie dives into a crucial but often overlooked topic: thyroid health. If youâve been dealing with unexplained weight gain, low energy, mood changes, or constant chills, it could be your thyroidâbut is it being properly tested? Many standard thyroid panels miss key markers, leaving women frustrated and without answers! đ
Learn about the full thyroid panel you should request and why these tests are essential for getting the complete picture of your thyroid health. Kristie also shares actionable tips on advocating for yourself with your healthcare provider and where to seek support if your concerns arenât being addressed.
Donât let unexplained symptoms go uncheckedâtune in to empower yourself with the knowledge you need to take control of your thyroid health today! đŠ
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E81- What Balance Really Looks Like: Redefining Healing, Wellness, and Self-Compassion
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E80- Thyroid Truths: The Tests Your Doctor Might Be Missing (Rerun)
10:42
E79- Behind the Balance: Turning Pain into Purpose Together đ€
42:20
E78- Natural Strategies to Support Focus, Attention & ADHD Symptoms (Rerun)
11:30
E77 â Why Youâre Tired, Dizzy, and Dehydrated: Let's Talk About Trace Minerals
13:48
E76- Cracking the Cortisol Code: Understanding Stress, Symptoms & Natural Support
16:45
E75 â From Healing to Helping: The All-New Balance App for Chronic Illness Support
13:24
E74- From Suffering to Strength: My Story and My Mission
12:21
E73- Maximize Your Sleep: 5 Tips for Better Rest & Health (Rerun)
13:46
E72- Nervous System Regulation Tools for Overwhelmed Women
34:25
E71- How to Read a Nutrition Label (Without Overthinking It)
11:21
E70- Morning & Evening Routines That Actually Stick (No Overwhelm Required)
12:28
E69- From Burnout to Balance: How Kara Transformed Her Mindset, Health, and Habits
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E68- What to Eat for a Healthy Gut (Even When Youâre Crazy Busy)
10:45
E67- High-Functioning Burnout: 11 Warning Signs Your Body Is Sending You đš
16:49
E66- Best Exercises for Menopause: How to Reduce Hot Flashes, Belly Fat & Mood Swings Naturally
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E65- The 5 Root Causes of Chronic Symptoms and Disease
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E64- 5 Life-Changing Habits Iâm Carrying into My 36th Year! đ
16:49
E63- Healing Your Relationship with Food: Overcoming Restriction, Fear & Food Guilt
13:22
E62- 8 Nutrition Tips for Busy Schedules: How to Eat Healthy Without the Stress!
11:21
E61- Gamify Your Goals: How to Stay Motivated and Make Progress Fun!
14:18
E60- Why Too Much Cardio Is Hurting Your Weight Loss Goals
12:57
E59- How to Set SMART New Yearâs Goals! đŻ
17:43
E58- 5 Proven Tips to Stay Consistent with Exercise in the New Year!
10:43
E57- Is Your Thyroid Being Properly Tested? Key Tests You Need to Know đŠ
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