Today’s conversation with Holistic Health Practitioner Shannon Dahlum unpacks one of the biggest blind spots in women’s health: how your liver and detox pathways determine how smoothly you move through perimenopause and menopause. We break down: ✨ Why so many women hit a wall with weight, energy, and mood in their 40s ✨ How estrogen changes bile flow — and why poor bile flow leads to bloating, sluggishness, constipation, and stubborn weight ✨ The everyday signs your liver is...

In today’s episode, Monika sits down with Elena Kokotov, Holistic Nutrition Practitioner, FDN-P, and Herbalist, to explore one of the most overlooked pillars of hormonal and metabolic health: your nervous system. If you’ve ever felt “wired but tired,” struggled with stubborn weight despite doing everything “right,” or couldn’t understand why your mood, digestion, and energy swing from one extreme to the next… this conversation is going to land deeply. Elena breaks down: ✨ What the nervous sys...

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika Eva sits down with Ellen Weiss — Certified Integrative Health Coach, Women’s Midlife Specialist, and Executive Wellness Consultant — to explore how constant digital stimulation is silently hijacking women’s hormones, focus, and emotional health. Together, they unpack what digital overload really looks like (and how to recognize it), the subtle signs your phone might be messing with your mood, metabolism, and sleep, and why burnout today oft...

You’re eating healthy, prioritizing protein & fiber, getting your workouts in — and yet… your body’s not changing. You’re bloated, tired, unmotivated, and wondering: Should I keep being consistent… or change my strategy? In this episode, Monika breaks down the truth every woman 35+ needs to hear: consistency only works when your strategy supports your hormones, gut, and metabolism. She dives into the real reasons your body’s not responding — from mineral depletion and sluggish digestion t...

What if the reason you still feel drained, moody, or disconnected from your body isn’t about willpower, supplements, or even your hormones—but your energy? In this episode, I sit down with Kristin Sitek, an Energy Alchemist who blends advanced functional health practices with intuitive energy healing to uncover the real root causes of burnout and hormonal chaos in high-achieving women. Together we explore: ✨ What energy healing actually is (and why it’s not “woo-woo” at all) ✨ The scie...

If you’ve ever been told to “just cut carbs” or that you can’t enjoy bananas or nuts because of your blood sugar or kidney health—this episode is going to blow your mind. Today, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Jessie Carpenter, who’s spent over a decade helping people with diabetes and kidney conditions eat with confidence and food freedom—not fear. We’re busting some of the biggest myths around diabetes and kidney diets, including: 🍞 Why carbs aren’t the enemy (and how to actually b...

Most women are told that birth control “balances” their hormones—but the truth is far more complicated. In this episode, Monika breaks down the hidden side of the pill: the difference between progestin and real progesterone, how birth control shuts down your natural cycle, the key nutrients it depletes (B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, vitamin C, selenium), and why masking symptoms can leave you struggling even more in perimenopause and menopause. This is not about being anti–birth control. It’s ...

Why does it feel like no matter what you do, your waistline expands in menopause? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Lora Ulrich—a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Metabolism Specialist, and Menopause Health Coach with 28+ years of experience in women’s wellness. We dive into the truth behind the “menopausal middle” and why the old “eat less, move more” advice fails women in perimenopause through post-menopause. Lora explains why stubborn belly fat shows up seemingl...

Is your desk job secretly wrecking your body? In this episode, I sit down with Katy Miller, certified health coach and movement specialist, to uncover the truth about the negative effects of sitting—and what you can do to finally feel good in your body again. We dive into: ✅ What really happens to your muscles, joints, and posture when you sit too long ✅ Surprising effects of sitting beyond just back pain ✅ Simple, beginner-friendly stretches and daily movements that instant...

In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Bekah Uhl, Trauma-Informed Bioenergetics Practitioner, to explore the deeper connections between unresolved trauma, mineral imbalances, and the nervous system that could be holding your body back. We dive into: ✨ What bioenergetics really is (and how it gently uncovers hidden physiological + emotional blocks) ✨ The surprising way mineral balancing supports hormone health, metabolism, and even recovery from trauma &n...

Have you ever felt like your body changed overnight after 40… and nothing you used to do for weight loss works anymore? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. In this empowering episode, I sit down with Celest Riojas — a fitness coach who has helped hundreds of women over 50 transform their bodies using sustainable fitness, simple nutrition, and mindset shifts that stick. We dive deep into: Celest’s own journey and what inspired her to specialize in women’s fitness after 40The biggest mist...

Are you feeling puffy, inflamed, exhausted, and frustrated with stubborn weight after summer? You are not alone — and it’s not your fault. In this episode, I’m sharing five powerful, simple ways to reduce bloating, rebalance your energy, and gently restart fat loss naturally after a season of looser routines, late nights, and patio drinks. We’ll talk about: Why your belly feels bloated even when you’re “eating healthy”How to stabilize blood sugar to calm cravings + steady energySmart hydratio...

Are you navigating perimenopause or post-menopause and feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice on HRT? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Katie Redding, Certified Midlife Specialist, FDN-P, and founder of Hormone Health Boss, to break down everything you need to know about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) — from preparing your body and choosing the right treatment to monitoring results and advocating for yourself in the doctor’s office. Katie shares her decade of ex...

Motherhood isn’t about “bouncing back” — it’s about leaping forward. In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Marlene Andersson — women’s mindset coach, toddler mom, and former elite CrossFit athlete — to unpack the real challenges and mindset shifts of motherhood. We dive into: ✅ Why “bouncing back” is a trap and how to create a new, empowered identity as a mom ✅ Lessons from elite-level competition that translate into thriving in motherhood ✅ The “forg...

If you’ve been feeling the whispers of hormone changes—irregular cycles, stubborn weight, mood shifts, hot flashes, or sluggish digestion—this episode is your invitation to stop ignoring them before your body has to scream. I’m joined by Simmi Latulippe, an Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner and Menopause Coach, who has helped women navigate their perimenopausal and menopausal journey with more ease, energy, and confidence using the holistic science of Ayurveda. In this conversation, we cover: H...

High-protein diets are having their moment — and yes, protein is incredible for women over 35 when it comes to metabolism, muscle, blood sugar, and hormones. But here’s the problem: most women aren’t actually digesting and absorbing their protein properly… which means they’re not getting the results they think they are. And to make it worse? A lot of the protein they are eating is coming from processed sources or foods that are straight-up inflammatory for their body. In this episode, I’m bre...

Wondering if there’s a natural way to support your hormones without jumping into hormone replacement therapy (HRT)? In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to support your hormones naturally — whether you’re in your 30s, deep in perimenopause, or just starting to feel “off” and not like yourself. We’ll dive into: Why hormone levels decline faster if your body’s already depletedThe #1 hidden hormone disruptor no one’s talking aboutHow gut health, inflammation, and mineral deficiencies s...

What’s the truth about hormone therapy—and is there really a link to cancer? In this must-listen episode, I sit down with Alannah Connealy, CEO of Raena Health and a leading women’s hormone health advocate, to talk all things BHRT vs. HRT, hormone safety, and how bioidentical solutions can support your energy, metabolism, mood, and long-term vitality. We bust myths, break down the science, and explore how balanced hormones can be a protective factor against disease—not something to fear. If y...

If you’ve been eating clean, working out, skipping wine, and still watching the scale creep up... this episode is for you. In today’s episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, we’re breaking down why women 35+ are gaining weight despite doing “everything right.” It’s not about willpower. It’s not about needing another macro plan. It’s about identifying the real, hidden blockers keeping your body stuck in fat-storing, energy-depleted mode. We’ll unpack the 6 most common reasons women struggle with...

Peptides are getting a lot of buzz in the functional medicine world—but for many women, there’s still confusion around what they are, how they work, and whether they’re actually worth it. In this episode, I sit down with Laura Young, a double board-certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) who specializes in midlife hormone health and has a special interest in peptides and longevity medicine. We’re breaking down peptides from a functional, root-cause perspective—no hype, ...