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#Balance Banter

Kristie Lengel 🖤

Struggling with chronic illness, unexplained symptoms, or feeling dismissed by doctors? You’re not alone—and you don’t 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 Calise—Board Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Exercise Physiologist, and founder of the Balance App—this show blends personal experience with

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E84- SMART Goals That Actually Stick: A Gentle...

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2025/12/22

If setting goals has ever left you feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or burnt out—this episode is for you. In this episode, Kristie Lengel, Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance App, walks through how to set SMART goals that actually support your body and your life—especially if you’re navigating autoimmunity, fatigue, hormone issues, or chronic stress. Kristie breaks down: What SMART goals really meanWhy broad, unrealistic goals failHow small, gentle goals create momen...

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E83- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome: The Science,...

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2025/12/08

In one of her most personal episodes yet, Functional Nutrition Practitioner Kristie Lengel dives deep into Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) — a condition that played a massive role in her chronic illness journey long before it became widely recognized. Kristie shares how her symptoms began in 2016, years before MCAS had an ICD-10 code or mainstream awareness. Despite “normal” labs, mast cell–targeted treatment was one of the biggest turning points in her healing. Once she realized MCAS wa...

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E82- The Hidden Mold in Your HVAC: Talk with ProShine...

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2025/11/24

In this episode, Kristie chats with Cory from ProShine Professional Cleaning about one of the most overlooked factors in chronic illness—environmental exposure to hidden mold. They discuss how humidity in the Lowcountry makes HVAC systems a breeding ground for mold, why indoor air quality matters more than most people realize, and how professional duct cleaning can make a world of difference in your healing journey. Plus, they tease an exciting Instagram giveaway coming this December, where o...

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E81- What Balance Really Looks Like: Redefining...

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2025/11/10

What if balance isn’t about doing everything perfectly—but 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 isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about attuning to your body, regulating your nervous system, and practicing grace. You’ll learn: Why the “...

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E80- Thyroid Truths: The Tests Your Doctor Might Be...

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2025/10/27

If you’ve been struggling with fatigue, weight gain, mood changes, hair loss, or feeling cold all the time — but your doctor keeps saying your labs look “normal,” 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. You’ll learn: Why standard thyroid panels often miss key markersThe full thyroid panel you should be re...

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E79- Behind the Balance: Turning Pain into Purpose...

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2025/10/13

What happens when chronic illness changes everything — 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 — and the unexpected strength, resilience, and hope that g...

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E78- Natural Strategies to Support Focus, Attention &...

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2025/09/29

This week, we’re revisiting one of the most loved episodes from the Balance Banter vault! If you or your child struggles with ADD or ADHD symptoms, you’ve probably heard about medication—but 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: Why going gluten-free may reduce neu...

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E77 – Why You’re Tired, Dizzy, and Dehydrated: Let's...

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2025/09/15

Have you ever felt like you’re 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 Europe—and what she discovered about trace minerals that changed everything. You’ll learn: What trace minerals are and why your body needs themWhy sodium alone isn’t enough to regulate hydration or support energyHow soil de...

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E76- Cracking the Cortisol Code: Understanding...

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2025/09/01

Cortisol has become a buzzword—but 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. You’ll learn: What cortisol does in the bodyWhy DHEA is critical for hormone healthWhat a healthy cortisol pattern should look likeWhat disrupts that pattern (hint: it’s not just stress)Common symptoms of dysregulation5 simple, inexpensive t...

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E75 – From Healing to Helping: The All-New Balance...

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2025/08/18

In this heartfelt follow-up to her personal health story, host Kristie Lengel—Board Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance App—shares the next chapter: how her healing journey inspired the complete rebrand of the Balance App, coming Fall 2025. This is not just a fitness app—it’s a symptom-sensitive wellness hub for those navigating chronic illness, autoimmunity, POTS, MCAS, mold exposure, hormone issues, fatigue, and more. Kristie explains how...

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E74- From Suffering to Strength: My Story and My Mission

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2025/08/04

In this deeply personal episode, host Kristie Lengel—Board Certified Integrative & Functional Nutrition Practitioner and founder of the Balance App—shares 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...

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E73- Maximize Your Sleep: 5 Tips for Better Rest &...

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2025/07/21

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 — without overhauling her entire routine! You’ll learn: Why sleep timing matters more than sleep quantityHow morning light and nighttime habits affect your rhythmThe role of magnesium in deeper, better sleepOriginally aired in June 2024, this episode is a must-listen reset for your body and mind. 🎧 Hit play and make rest your

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E72- Nervous System Regulation Tools for Overwhelmed...

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2025/07/07

If you’ve been stuck in survival mode, living on edge, or feeling like your nervous system is constantly in overdrive — 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. You’ll learn: What it actually means to regulate your nervous systemHow to recognize when your body is stuck in fight-or-f...

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E71- How to Read a Nutrition Label (Without...

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2025/06/23

Let’s be real — most of us don’t have time to stand in a grocery aisle decoding every number on a nutrition label. But that doesn’t 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 — not minutes. You’ll learn: Why the healthiest foods often have no label at allWhat “shopping the outside aisles” of the store really meansWhy ingredients matter more...

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E70- Morning & Evening Routines That Actually Stick...

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2025/06/09

If you’ve ever tried a 12-step morning routine that collapsed by day three — welcome to the club! The truth is, when routines are too long or unrealistic, they just don’t stick. 👎🏻 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 — and support your nervous system, energy, digestion, and sleep. You’ll learn: The best time to wake up (and why it matters)The first thing you ...

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E69- From Burnout to Balance: How Kara Transformed...

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2025/05/26

In today’s powerful episode of Balance Banter, I’m sitting down with one of my incredible clients, Kara — 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, she’s created a lifestyle that supports her...

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E68- What to Eat for a Healthy Gut (Even When You’re...

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2025/05/12

Want to improve your digestion, reduce bloat, and support your gut... but barely have time to eat, let alone cook? 😫 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. You’ll learn: Why collagen powder is your new gut-healing BFFThe perfect swap for that jittery afternoon coffeeHow chia seeds can help you hit your fiber goals (and curb sweet cravings)A super simple way to get

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E67- High-Functioning Burnout: 11 Warning Signs Your...

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2025/04/28

Are you secretly burning out... but still managing to get everything done? 😵‍💫 If you’re constantly exhausted, overwhelmed, and feeling “off,” yet still pushing through your day-to-day responsibilities, this episode is for you! In today’s Balance Banter episode, Kristie opens up about her personal journey with high-functioning burnout — and how ignoring the early signs led to serious health struggles like mold toxicity and Lyme disease. You’ll learn: The 11 sneaky signs your body is send...

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E66- Best Exercises for Menopause: How to Reduce Hot...

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2025/04/14

Menopause comes with a lot of changes—hello hot flashes, mood swings, and that dreaded belly “pooch.” 😖 But you don’t 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,

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E65- The 5 Root Causes of Chronic Symptoms and Disease

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2025/03/31

Feeling stuck with fatigue, bloating, brain fog, hormone imbalances, or weight gain—despite clean eating and regular workouts? You’re 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 medicine—and how addressing...

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