Balance Health Now
by Sydney Torres
Welcome to Balance Health NowI am your certified Health Coach Sydney Torres. I speak to other health & wellness warriors who share the same passion-- WELLNESS for all. We chat all things A-Z on holistic health & wellness providing holistic and science based solutions to help you reclaim your health so you can live-feel- and transform into the best version of you!
Episodes
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Could Mineral Deficiency Be Why You're Still Tired? Signs You Shouldn't Ignore Featuring Caroline Alan
What if the reason you still don’t feel like yourself has less to do with what you’re taking, and more to do with what your body may be missing? In this episode, Sydney welcomes back Carolyn Alan, co-founder of Beam Minerals and author of The Mineral Reset: The Essential Guide to Replenishing…
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Natural Compounds & Cancer Research: What the Science Is Exploring Today Featuring Sylvie Beljanski
In this episode, I sit down with Sylvie Beljanski, founder and president of the Beljanski Foundation, for a fascinating conversation about integrative cancer research, cancer stem cells, and the role of plant extracts in supporting the body’s natural biological processes. Sylvie shares the…
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How Neurofeedback Can Help Perimenopause Symptoms Like Brain Fog & Anxiety
In this episode, I sit down with neurofeedback specialist and clinical counselor Lisa Cramer to talk about the connection between women’s hormones, brain function, and what it really means to age well. We unpack what neurofeedback is, how brain mapping can give women deeper insight during...
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The Silent Mineral Epidemic: Why We’re Depleted and How to Replenish Naturally Featuring Caroline Allan
Are you struggling with low energy, poor sleep, bloating, chronic inflammation, or unexplained perimenopause symptoms? You may be dealing with something most people never think about, mineral depletion. In this eye-opening episode, host Sydney Torres sits down with Caroline Alan, mineral expert,...
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Understanding the Vaginal Microbiome for Women’s Health Featuring Rachel Latham
In this eye-opening episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Rachel Latham to explore an essential yet often overlooked aspect of women’s health—the vaginal microbiome. Through Rachel’s deeply personal story of battling recurrent infections, we uncover the inspiration behind V-Seal, a groundbreaking...
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Your Body’s Hidden Superpower: The Lymphatic System Explained Featuring Colette Haddad
Feeling bloated, tired, or inflamed? It might not be your hormones or diet — it could be your lymphatic system. In this episode, Sydney Torres sits down with wellness expert Colette Haddad, creator of the DermaShape lymphatic drainage device, to reveal how this often-ignored detox network impacts...
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The Real Reason You’re Not Losing Weight (And How to Wake Up Your Metabolism) Featuring Nagina Abdullah
“You’re doing everything right—so why isn’t the scale moving?” If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your plate, wondering what more you could possibly cut or change, this episode is for you. Host Sydney Torres sits down with metabolism expert Nagina Abdullah, who reveals a truth most diets...
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Your Labs Are ‘Normal’ — So Why Do You Feel Terrible? Featuring Kristin Grayce McGary
Why do your anxiety, sleepless nights, or random aches seem to appear out of nowhere? In this episode, we uncover the truth: your body remembers every stress you’ve ever been through — and unresolved patterns can show up in your blood labs long before they turn into a diagnosis. I’m joined by...
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Superhuman Energy: The Secret They Don’t Teach in Health Class Featuring Dr. David Lipman
In this powerful episode, Dr. David Lipman takes us deep into the world of cellular energy and what it really means for your long-term health. From his personal journey into chiropractic care to his passion for nutrition, hydration, and movement, Dr. Lipman explains how the smallest shifts at the...
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Understanding Narcolepsy: What Most People Don’t Know Featuring Michelle Weger
What happens when your body starts sending signals you don’t understand—and no one else seems to either?In today’s episode, I sit down with Michelle Weger—a powerhouse entrepreneur, author, and advocate—who opens up about her journey living with narcolepsy.From falling asleep during a science lab...
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Chronic Symptoms Aren’t Random: What Your Body Is Trying to Say Featuring Maura Eliza
Is your body trying to tell you something? In this powerful episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Maura Eliza to explore the deep connection between emotional trauma and chronic symptoms through the lens of German New Medicine. Together, they uncover how unresolved emotional conflicts can…
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What No One Tells You About Caregiving Until You're In It Featuring Dr. Maggie Kang
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Maggie Kang, a physician, mother, and caregiver, who opens up about her powerful journey supporting her daughter through a life-altering diagnosis. Dr. Kang shares how caregiving reshaped her perspective on guilt, blame, mental health, and the role of life...
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Feel It to Heal It: The Mind-Body Link in Chronic Health Featuring Maura Eliza
What if your chronic symptoms weren’t random… but meaningful? In this episode, Maura Eliza, a holistic health practitioner, joins us to explore the transformative lens of German New Medicine—a model that connects emotional trauma to physical symptoms in powerful and often surprising ways. Through...
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The Hormone-Cholesterol Link No One Warned You About Featuring Dr. Jessica Hehmeyer
Think your cholesterol spike means it’s time for statins? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer, a functional medicine powerhouse, to decode the real relationship between cholesterol, hormones, and heart health—especially for women navigating...
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Movement Is Medicine—Here’s How to Dose It Daily Featuring Hope Zvara
Think exercise means gym memberships and hours of sweating? Think again. In this episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Hope Zvara—functional movement expert, yoga trainer, and wellness pioneer for truck drivers—to break down the real secret to lifelong health: movement that fits your life. Hope...
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Dying From Medical Errors? Why It’s More Common Than You Think Featuring Dr. Julie Siemers
Did you know medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the U.S.? Most people don’t—and that silence is costing lives. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Dr. Julie Siemers, a veteran nurse and passionate patient safety advocate, to pull back the...
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Reversing the Odds: A 360° Health Transformation Cliff Beach Lost 50lbs Transformation
What if the biggest health transformation of your life wasn’t about diets or gym memberships—but about changing your mindset? In this inspiring episode, Sydney Torres sits down with Cliff Beach to talk about his 50-pound weight loss journey—and how it became a catalyst for a total wellness...
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Why ‘Eat Less’ Is Sabotaging Your Health After 50 Featuring Dr. Ginny
Tired of diet culture and quick fixes? In this powerful episode, Dr. Ginny Trierweiler exposes the truth about healthy eating, weight loss, and why "eat less" is failing women—especially over 50. We dive deep into how perimenopause changes your metabolism, why your food environment matters more...
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Reacting Vs Responding What It's Doing To Your Nervous System Featuring Akary Busto
Are you stuck in a cycle of reacting to life’s stressors instead of responding with clarity? In this episode, we dive deep with Akary Busto, a Transformation Specialist and Emotional Biohacker, to uncover how your nervous system is impacted by the way you handle stress. As the founder of Uhkare...
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Tech Meets Health: Using Wearables to Manage Stress and Lifestyle Featuring Dr. Farrell
In today's episode Dr. Torkil Farrell discusses the importance of monitoring heart rate and using wearables to regulate stress and improve overall health. He emphasizes the impact of lifestyle on diseases and the need for proactive healthcare. Dr. Farrell shares his personal health journey and…
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Navigating Menopause Together: Community, Care, and Coping Featuring Dr. Deborah Roebuck
In this episode Dr. Deborah Roebuck, known as the Menopause Whisperer, discusses the multifaceted aspects of menopause, emphasizing that it encompasses more than just physical symptoms. She highlights the challenges faced by women in the sandwich generation, balancing their own health changes…
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Rise and Shine: The Key to Better Sleep Featuring Savannah Hipes
In this episode, Sydney Torres and Savannah Hipes explore the complexities of sleep, particularly how it changes as we age. Savannah, a psychotherapist and insomnia specialist, shares insights on the natural mechanisms of sleep, the evolution of sleep patterns throughout life, and common myths...
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From Perimenopause to Power Featuring Carol Covino's Health Journey
In this episode Carol Covino, a health, fitness, and nutrition expert, shares her inspiring story of transforming her body during perimenopause. She discusses the challenges, changes in body composition, and the impact of stress and sleep. Carol emphasizes the importance of strength training,...
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Life’s Still Juicy: Rewriting the Rules of Midlife (and Loving It)
In this episode Sydney Torres and CJ explore midlife planning, aging, and the importance of "agency" in shaping one's health and longevity. CJ shares her personal journey and insights on how to embrace aging with a positive mindset, emphasizing the need for education about hormonal changes and...
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Understanding the Root Causes of Exhaustion with Featuring Maura Eliza
In this episode, Maura Eliza takes us through her personal journey of transitioning from traditional to natural medicine and the profound impact it has had on her health, particularly in overcoming adrenal fatigue. She shares powerful insights into the root causes of exhaustion, emphasizing the...
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From Mental Chaos to Clarity: Harnessing the Power of Interactive Journaling Featuring Carla Reeves
In this episode, I’m joined by Carla Reeves, creator of The Differently Coaching Experience and Reimagine: The Interactive Journal, as we dive into the transformative power of journaling and thought management. Carla shares how mental clutter can hold us back from reaching our full potential…
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Longevity & Health Literacy Featuring Carly Hickey
Special guest I’m joined by the incredible Carly Hickey, a nurse and wellness educator. In this episode, we’re going to explore the power of health literacy and proactive healthcare, and why it’s so important to understand your body, make informed decisions, and take charge of your...
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"Breaking Free: From Chronic Diseases With Functional Medicine Featuring Alexandra Santamaria
In this episode, Alexandra Santamaria opens up about her personal journey of battling chronic health issues and how functional medicine helped turn things around. She talks about why it's so important to be your own health advocate, especially when traditional medicine just isn't cutting it....
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Perimenopause What You Need to Know Staying Fit and Fab Featuring Sarah Thomas
In this episode, we're joined by the fabulous Sarah Thomas, who's been in the wellness game for nearly 30 years. Sarah opens up about her personal journey through various health challenges and how these experiences have shaped her approach to women's health. From being an overweight child to...
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Anti-Inflammatory Eating & Hashimoto's Featuring Ashley Malik
Ashley Malik delves into her personal battle with Hashimoto's disease and unveils the significant role nutrition plays in managing autoimmune disorders. Discover how an anti-inflammatory diet not only supports thyroid health but also helps mitigate symptoms of autoimmune conditions. Ashley shares...
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From Stress to Calm: Healing Your Gut with Mindful Eating and Practical Tips
In this episode, Sydney Torres and Monica Bordurka delve into the profound impact of stress on gut health and how to transition from stress to calm. They explain that stress, the body's natural fight-or-flight response, can be triggered by both physical and emotional factors. Chronic stress, in...
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Health Isn't a Number On A Scale Featuring Jenna Talleda
Host Sydney Torres, alongside guest Jenna Talleda explores the challenges and misconceptions that people in larger bodies face within the healthcare system and society at large. This dialogue aims to empower listeners to redefine their approach to health, emphasizing well-being over weight. Jenna...
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Breaking the Chains: Food Freedom and Conquering Emotional Eating Featuring Andrea Caprio
In this conversation, Sydney Torres and Andrea Caprio discuss food freedom and emotional eating. Andrea shares her personal journey of overcoming health issues through healthy eating and lifestyle changes. She also provides practical tips for developing awareness of emotional eating and...
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Conquering Hashimoto's and Autoimmune Health Featuring Anna Laura Brown
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Anna Laura Brown about her personal journey with Hashimoto's and her work in helping others with autoimmune conditions. They discuss the symptoms and diagnosis of Hashimoto's, the importance of addressing gut health, the need to listen to your body and…
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The Link Between Diet and Skincare Featuring Jamie Ortiz
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Jamie Ortiz, a licensed esthetician and the creator of True Skin Rituals. They discuss the importance of skincare and how what we eat can affect our skin. Jamie shares her personal journey with her son's eczema and how she discovered the correlation…
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Beating Fatigue & Boosting Energy Naturally Featuring Angel Hill
In this episode, Sydney Torres interviews Angel Hill, a board-certified natural medicine doctor specializing in women's hormonal health. They discuss the importance of balancing cortisol levels, starting the day with protein and fat, and avoiding liquid sugars. Angel shares her personal journey…
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Break Up With Stress & Becoming More Resilient Featuring Monica Bordurka
Welcome To Balance Health Now ! Its time we all stop being victims to our outside stressors. We have the power to develop habits that can break us free from stress. In today's episode I'm joined by Monica Bordurka and she shares brilliant ways to eliminate stress while building up resilience....
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It's More Than Just Your Hormones Featuring Dr. Leslie Kasanoff
Welcome To Balance Health Now ! When it comes to not feeling well it's usually not just one thing. Its a combinations of factors that have lead up to a certain health concern. My special guest Dr. Leslie Kasanoff shares her knowledge on the power of food to transform and improve health. Dr.…
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Using Dance Therapy To Improve Physical, Mental, & Emotional Health
Welcome to Balance Health Now ! Did you know that using dance therapy can improve physical, mental and emotional health? Meet Fabienne Beard-Wright, my special guest. She is an esteemed cultural movement specialist and a driving force behind Liftoff Special Programming, Inc. With a deep-rooted...
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Ancestral Eating To Heal Inflamed Bellies Featuring Heather Woodruff
Welcome To Balance Health Now ! What to do when you're on a digestive healing journey can become very overwhelming, especially with so much information out there. In today's episode my special guest Heather Woodruff shares the power of ancestral eating to calm the fire in our digestive systems....
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Type 1 Diabetes Brian Weinstein's Story
Welcome to Balance Health Now Podcast ! In today's episode my special guest Brian Weinstein shares his story of living with type 1 diabetes. He provides good insight and shares how he has managed since being a child. Brian is a middle school English teacher from New York City. He has been a…
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How To Advocate For Your Health From A Doctors Point Of View Featuring Dr. Rosemary Eseh-Logue
Welcome to Balance Health Now ! Improve your life by speaking up, especially when it comes to your health and wellness. In today's episode, Dr. Rosemary Eseh-Logue provides valuable insight on ways we can start to become our own health advocates. She also shares her view on what health means. Dr....
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Hack Your Blood Sugar Using A Continuous Glucose Monitor Featuring Karen Kennedy
Welcome to Balance Health Now! Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes are reversible and it's easier than you think. My special guest, Karen Kennedy specializes in helping people optimize their blood sugar and metabolic health using a continuous glucose monitor. She is a licensed nutritionist and board...
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Aromatherapy For Women's Health Featuring Nikki Fraser
Welcome to Balance Health Now! In today’s episode, my special guest Nikki Fraser shares her wisdom on aromatherapy and women’s health. Nikki Fraser is a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist from London Ontario. She has her own holistic practice, Fraser Holistic Health, which incorporates…
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5-Easy Steps To Create A One-Minute Mantra Featuring Christiane Schroeter
Welcome to Balance Health Now! Sooth yourself in any situation by learning the five easy steps to create a one-minute mantra. In today’s episode, my special guest Christiane Schroeter shares easy steps to kick-start our health by learning the steps to creating a one-minute mantra. Christiane...
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Heavy Painful Periods & Accunpunture featuring Dr. Ibby Omole
Welcome to Balance Health Now! Heavy painful periods? In today’s episode, my special guest Dr. Ibby Omole educates us on using acupuncture for heavy painful periods. Dr. Ibby is a licensed naturopathic physician and registered acupuncturist. She is also a wife, mother, sister, daughter, and...
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Insulin Resistance & Hormones Featuring Kathy Fritz
Welcome to Balance Health Now! Insulin resistance affects one in three people in America, and this can lead to serious health issues if not managed correctly. In today’s episode my special guest Kathy Fritz shares her knowledge about insulin resistance and the hormone connection. Kathy Fritz is a...
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Get Better Sleep- Ayurveda Approach Featuring Vytautė Liutkeviciute
Welcome to Balance Health Now! Do you feel like you don’t get enough sleep? Or do you push through and put your sleep hygiene on the back burner. In today’s episode my special guest Vytautė Liutkeviciute is a sleep specialist who shares ways to improve our sleep quality from an Āyurvedic point of...
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Hypothyroidism & Weight Loss- Featuring Gintare Balseviciute
Welcome to Balance Health Now! In today’s episode my special guest Gintare shares her knowledge about hypothyroidism and provides holistic recommendations to regain your health back. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone. Gintare is...
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5-Keys To Brain Health Featuring Bernice Hunt
Welcome to Balance Health Now ! Our brain is the command center sending important messages throughout our body. In todays episode my special guest Bernice Hunt explains the five keys to brain health. Bernice's husband Oliver contracted sepsis and it went to his brain. She experienced a short-term...
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Welcome to Balance Health NowI am your certified Health Coach Sydney Torres. I speak to other health & wellness warriors who share the same passion-- WELLNESS for all. We chat all things A-Z on holistic health & wellness providing holistic and science based solutions to help you reclaim your health so you can live-feel- and transform into the best version of you!
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