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Struggling with chronic illness, unexplained symptoms, or feeling dismissed by doctors? Youâre not aloneâand you donât have to figure it out on your own.
#BALANCE Banter is the podcast for women navigating conditions like autoimmunity, MCAS, POTS, mold illness, chronic fatigue, hormone imbalances, and more. Hosted by Kristie CaliseâBoard Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Exercise Physiologist, and founder of the Balance Appâthis show blends personal experience with professional insight to help you uncover root causes and feel at home in your body again.
Each episode offers supportive, symptom-sensitive strategies for nervous system regulation, functional nutrition, gentle movement, and foundational habits that support healingâwithout the overwhelm.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or deep in the weeds of your health journey, this podcast is your compassionate space to learn, heal, and feel empowered.
⨠Youâre not broken. Youâre just out of balance!
Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine.
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E89- The 5 Root Causes of Chronic Disease & Symptoms (Rerun)
Chronic diseases are now the leading causes of death in the United Statesâimpacting everything from heart disease and cardiovascular disease to diabetes mellitus, autoimmune diseases, inflammatoryâŚ
E88- How to Use Healing Hobbies to Boost Your Health Journey
In todayâs episode of #BALANCE Banter, weâre taking a holistic approach to healing that isnât about supplements, labs, or protocols. Weâre talking about something that made a world of difference inâŚ
E87- Medical Gaslighting: How to Be Heard in Chronic Illness
Medical gaslighting has become a silent epidemic within the healthcare systemâespecially for people living with chronic illnesses, invisible illnesses, and complex health conditions. In recent years,âŚ
E86- Vagus Nerve Stimulation: The Science, the Devices, and Why It Changed My Healing Journey
In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie Calise, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance App, dives into the science and lived experience behind vagus nerve stimulationâaâŚ
E85- 7 Ways to Boost Morning Energy with Chronic Illness
If mornings feel like your hardest struggle, this episode is for you! âIn this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie shares 7 practical tools that helped her wake up with more clarity, energy, andâŚ
E84- SMART Goals That Actually Stick: A Gentle Approach to Feeling Better This Year
If setting goals has ever left you feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or burnt outâthis episode is for you.In this episode, Kristie Lengel, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the BalanceâŚ
E83- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: The Science, Symptoms & My Healing Journey
In one of her most personal episodes yet, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel dives deep into Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) â a condition that played a massive role in her chronicâŚ
E82- The Hidden Mold in Your HVAC: Talk with ProShine Professional Cleaning
In this episode, Kristie chats with Cory from ProShine Professional Cleaning about one of the most overlooked factors in chronic illnessâenvironmental exposure to hidden mold.They discuss howâŚ
E81- What Balance Really Looks Like: Redefining Healing, Wellness, and Self-Compassion
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 trueâŚ
E80- Thyroid Truths: The Tests Your Doctor Might Be Missing (Rerun)
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 thisâŚ
E79- Behind the Balance: Turning Pain into Purpose Together đ¤
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 shareâŚ
E78- Natural Strategies to Support Focus, Attention & ADHD Symptoms (Rerun)
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 whatâŚ
E77 â Why Youâre Tired, Dizzy, and Dehydrated: Let's Talk About Trace Minerals
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 ofâŚ
E76- Cracking the Cortisol Code: Understanding Stress, Symptoms & Natural Support
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 itâŚ
E75 â From Healing to Helping: The All-New Balance App for Chronic Illness Support
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 nextâŚ
E74- From Suffering to Strength: My Story and My Mission
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 theâŚ
E73- Maximize Your Sleep: 5 Tips for Better Rest & Health (Rerun)
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 herâŚ
E72- Nervous System Regulation Tools for Overwhelmed Women
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 downâŚ
E71- How to Read a Nutrition Label (Without Overthinking It)
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 BalanceâŚ
E70- Morning & Evening Routines That Actually Stick (No Overwhelm Required)
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. đđťIn this episode ofâŚ
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#Balance Banter has published 89 episodes since October 2022, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.
#Balance Banter is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 19m.
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