The Balanced Body Podcast

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 exp...

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 wha...

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 h...

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...

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...

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 exper...

For years, women have been told that declining desire in midlife is simply a hormone problem—or worse, just an inevitable part of aging. But what if that's only part of the story? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Julie Merriman—counselor, professor, researcher, author, podcaster, and speaker—to explore why so many women feel disconnected from intimacy, pleasur...

PCOS may officially be getting a new name — PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) — and honestly? It’s about time. In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Hormone Nutritionist Monika Eva breaks down what this major shift means for women struggling with stubborn weight gain, fatigue, insulin resistance, irregular cycles, fertility challenges, inflammation, cravings, burnout, and hor...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right—eating clean, working out, taking supplements—but still feel exhausted, inflamed, or just off … this episode is going to hit. In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Michele Scarlet, a Board-Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and founder of COREFIT, who shares her personal story of hitting a wall at the height of her career—and how it l...

If allergy season hits you harder every year—sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, puffy face, and low energy—this episode breaks down why. In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika explains the real reason your body is reacting so strongly during allergy season and why it’s not just about pollen. You’ll learn how histamine works in the body, what the “histamine bucket” is, and how your gut...

If you feel like your body isn’t responding the way it used to—your weight isn’t budging, your energy crashes in the afternoon, and you feel heavier or puffier no matter how “clean” you eat—this episode will connect the dots. We’re breaking down one of the most overlooked pieces of the metabolism + hormone puzzle for women 35+: your liver. Because when your body is dealing with more than it can ef...

If you’re building your business, leading at a high level, and doing everything you “should” be doing… but your energy is inconsistent, your focus isn’t where it used to be, and you just don’t feel like yourself, this episode breaks down what’s actually going on. I’m joined by functional health coach Jessica Van Antoine, who helps ambitious female entrepreneurs optimize their health so they can in...

Still dealing with a stubborn belly, feeling disconnected from your core, or noticing things like leaking, pressure, or weakness—no matter how much you work out? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Erica Ziel, creator of Core Athletica®, Pilates instructor, and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner with over 20 years of experience helping women restore their core and...

What actually happens after you give birth… and why does no one properly prepare you for it? In this solo episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, Monika shares a raw, real look into the fourth trimester — the phase after birth that is often overlooked but deeply impacts your hormones, mood, energy, and recovery. From the intense hormone drop that hits just days postpartum, to the emotional shifts, e...

If you’ve ever been told your fertility is “declining” just because you’re over 35… this episode is going to change the way you see your body. Today, I’m joined by Anisa Woodall, Holistic Certified Nutritionist specializing in fertility and prenatal health, to break down what actually determines your chances of getting pregnant in your late 30s and 40s. Because here’s the truth most women aren’t h...

There’s nothing more frustrating than knowing something isn’t right in your body…  and being told everything looks “fine.” Today, I’m joined by Andrea Balzer, founder of Counterculture Health and Wellness and a Doctor of Nursing Practice turned functional health practitioner with over 25 years of experience inside the conventional medical system. In this conversation, we unpack why so many women f...

Perimenopause and menopause can bring a wave of unexpected symptoms—poor sleep, anxiety, irritability, hot flashes, stubborn weight gain, and feeling like your body suddenly isn’t working the way it used to. But what if this transition wasn’t something to “fight” against… and instead something your body could be supported through? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Anika M...

If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like your body suddenly stopped responding to the things that used to work, you’re not imagining it. Many women in perimenopause and menopause are eating clean, exercising consistently, and doing “all the right things”… yet they still feel exhausted, inflamed, and stuck with stubborn weight gain. Even more frustrating? Being told by their doctor that their labs...

Are you tired, bloated, foggy, or constantly running on empty — but your labs keep coming back “normal”? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I sit down with Breanna Grace, Holistic Health Practitioner specializing in gut health, chronic fatigue, mold toxicity, and histamine intolerance. We dive into the emotional side of long-term health struggles — including the grief no one talks about...

Are you on medications you’re not sure you still need, but too afraid to stop? In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Stacey D’Angelo, pharmacist specializing in deprescribing and pharmacogenetics. We’re diving into what it really means to safely reduce medications like antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, PPIs (acid reflux medications), and hormonal birth control — and why ta...

For years, hormone replacement therapy has been clouded by fear, outdated research, and confusing messaging. But the landscape has shifted. In this episode of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Elise Schroeder, a naturopathic doctor with over 20 years of experience helping women balance their hormones and feel vital at every stage of life. We’re breaking down: • What the Black Box warning on...

Low libido is one of the most common — and least talked about — symptoms women experience, especially in their 30s and 40s. And despite what we’re often told, it’s not random, it’s not a personal failure, it's not a "natural part of aging" and it’s definitely not something you just have to accept. In this episode, we’re diving into why libido drops in the first place and what’s actu...

Anxiety doesn’t always start in your mind. It often starts in your body. In this episode, I’m joined by Mandy Robertson, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner who helps busy women heal anxiety, burnout, and exhaustion by uncovering the root causes so they can get their life back. We begin with Mandy’s personal health journey, including how...

If you think your skin flare-ups are a skin problem… you’re going to want to listen to this episode. Because issues like eczema, rashes, and chronic irritation almost always start in the gut, not your skincare routine. In Episode 90 of The Balanced Body Podcast, I’m joined by Alissabeth Taylor, Registered Nurse and Functional Health Coach who helps women 30+ banish bloat and support healthy skin n...

What if the way you’re living is what’s keeping your body stuck? In this episode, I’m joined by Akary Busto, Emotional Biohacker and Trauma-Informed Human Design Specialist, for a powerful conversation on nervous system regulation, emotional patterns, and healing from the inside out. We explore how chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation show up in the body as fatigue, irritability, weight...