Barbara's Podcast on Health and Nutrition for Women

Join us in insightful conversations with Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, as we unravel the taboo surrounding menopause and delve into empowering women with holistic wellness. Discover evidence-based approaches, relationship insights, and the importance of sexual health during this transformative phase. Amita sheds light on breaking societal norms and fostering self-care for peri to post-menopausal women worldwide. Website...

In this enlightening episode, join us as we delve into the realms of Ayurveda and modern medicine with the visionary Dr. Shivani Gupta. With a Ph.D. in Ayurvedic Studies, Dr. Gupta has redefined the health and wellness landscape, seamlessly blending ancient philosophies with contemporary practices. Discover the transformative power of Fusionary Formulas, a groundbreaking approach developed by Dr. Shivani to amplify the potency of ...

Join us in this empowering episode as we sit down with Dr. Maureen of Maureen Michele, MD Coaching. A pediatrician, allergist/immunologist, life coach, and author, Dr. Maureen brings a unique perspective to the table as a mother of three, including a pediatric neuroblastoma survivor and a Type 1 diabetic. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Maureen shares invaluable tips for parents facing the challenges of raising chronically i...

Embark on an inspiring journey with retired economics professor and cross country coach, Mark Ryall, in this episode centered around the heartwarming tales of coaching and running with his daughter. From the cross country trails at Hillfield Strathallan College to the pages of his speculative fiction novel "Age-Decoded," Mark shares the stories that have shaped his life. Explore the transformative power of cross country...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Clarissa Gannon, the owner and visionary behind Vegan Fit For Life. Discover the inspiring story of how she fused her extensive experience in fitness with the power of a vegan lifestyle to revolutionize nutrition and wellness. Learn about her unique approach, catering not only to the general population but also to vegan competitive athletes. Delve into her insights on health, nutrition...

In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the world of gut health with the esteemed Dr. Loredana Shapson, a renowned gut health expert and holistic practitioner. Dr. Shapson, armed with her extensive background in pharmacy and holistic wellness, shares her profound insights on how gut health impacts our overall well-being. Discover the importance of nurturing your gut naturally, reducing medication dependency, and achieving ...

Join us for an insightful and inspiring conversation with Dawn Symons, a writer, thinker, and coach, renowned for her groundbreaking approach to stress management. With over three decades of experience helping individuals of all ages overcome physical and emotional tension, pain, fatigue, and fears, Dawn's wisdom is a beacon of hope for those navigating life's challenges.

Dawn shares her remarkable journey from student...

In this enlightening episode, join us as we delve into the world of peaceful living with the remarkable Roberta Whitney Hughs. As the Founder and lead instructor of PeaceFull Living, Roberta guides individuals and businesses toward redefining their relationship with stress through customized Pilates, Meditation, and Yoga classes. Discover how her delicate and personalized approach filters out life's pressures, allowing you to ...

Join us in this empowering episode as we dive into the world of holistic health and female hormone balance with Femke, a dedicated holistic health coach and accomplished nutritionist. Having personally experienced the common yet often overlooked challenges of fatigue, bloating, and painful periods, Femke embarked on a journey of transformation. She shattered the myth that such discomforts are just "part of being a woman" ...

Join us for a captivating conversation with the multifaceted Mark Fox, an entrepreneur, scientist, engineer, author, and creative thinking consultant. As the ingenious mind behind VIBE, the world's only "Pocket" Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) device, Mark has harnessed the power of resonance frequency therapy to provide safe and low-energy solutions for common ailments in people and pets. With a rich background ...

Listen to this podcast interview with Vanessa Elston on Vibrational Energy Healing!

If you've been seeking relief from anxiety, depression, overwhelming stress, childhood traumas, relationship breakdowns, or any other emotional burdens, this is the podcast to listen to. Vanessa, an experienced energy healer, bridges the gap between traditional new-age therapies and a more consultative approach to healing. Through her unique ...

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Emily Zorn, a registered dietitian and health coach, who is dedicated to cutting through the myths and BS surrounding nutrition. As the founder of Emily RD Nutrition Coaching and co-host of the popular podcast "RDs vs BS," Emily dives deep into the world of diets, supplements, and diet books, separating fact from fiction. Join us as we embark on a journey to unveil the trut...

Listen to this podcast where we have a special guest, Olivier Mankondo, a Weight Loss and Wellness Coach. Olivier has been overweight for most of his adult life and was even considered obese until he turned 46. But in 2016, he had a breakthrough after watching an Indian Yogi on YouTube who suggested that adopting a plant-based nutrition could help him get out of his bad situation. Since then, Olivier has lost 35 kg or 77Lb in just ...

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Dr. Colin Zhu, the Chef, Doctor, and Nutrition Expert, as our guest. Dr. Zhu's passion for plant-based nutrition and lifestyle medicine has led him to blend his medical knowledge with his culinary skills to help his patients truly thrive in life and discover lasting health. Join us as we delve into Dr. Zhu's journey, insights, and practical tools for cultivating a thriving mindset an...

In this episode of our empowering birth series, we delve into the world of Hypnobabies with renowned childbirth expert Kerry Tuschhoff. Join us, as we uncover the unique approach to childbirth that combines hypnosis, self-hypnosis, and childbirth education. Kerry shares her in-depth knowledge and insights on how Hypnobabies can transform the birthing experience, allowing expectant parents to approach childbirth with confidence, cal...

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we had the pleasure of interviewing Monika Malan, a life coach, mentor and leader in the corporate world for over 15 years. Monika's journey has been one of battling anxiety and depression for years, and giving birth during the start of COVID-19, level 5 lockdown.
Monika shares her personal experience of overcoming anxiety and insecurity as a new mom, and how she has blended her ...

Join us for this podcast interview with Sanjib Nandi, a licensed, practicing pharmacist who has lived in India, London, and now resides in the United States. Sanjib has been practicing medicine for over twenty years, combining his knowledge of psychology, physiology, pharmacology, and the body-mind connection to offer a unique, simple, and practical approach to healing and human vitality. In addition, Sanjib is also an author, musi...

Join Coach Sue Thomas, the Sugar-Free Coach, as she shares her expertise and practical advice on breaking the sugar addiction and adopting a healthy and sweet-less lifestyle. 
In this podcast, you'll learn about the impact of sugar on our health and well-being, and discover tips, strategies, and delicious sugar-free recipe ideas to help you navigate a balanced and diverse diet. 
So, whether you're just starting your s...

Join us for an inspiring interview with Deborah Shay, the founder of GloWithDeb.
Deb's passion for skincare began with her own journey to achieve glowing, healthy skin. Through her research and education as a paramedical esthetician, Deb discovered that price doesn't always indicate a better product. That's why she started GloWithDeb, a global skincare brand that offers virtual skin coaching and empowers consumers to...