Up Your Total Glow

Ruth Balsiger
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Up Your Total Glow is for high-functioning people who look like they have it all together but feel disconnected, depleted or no longer themselves underneath it all. If your body feels off, your energy isn’t holding, or what used to work no longer does… this is where we go deeper. This podcast goes beyond surface-level wellness, routines or “fixing” symptoms. It’s about understanding what your body is actually communicating — and learning how to respond in a way that restores real energy, stability and vitality. Through a deeply personalised, body-led approach grounded in nervous system work and Ayurvedic wisdom, Ruth Balsiger guides you back into connection with your body, your energy and your natural rhythm. Inside, you’ll explore:• why your energy drops — even when you’re doing everything “right”• how to shift out of survival mode without forcing or overriding yourself• what your body truly needs to feel safe, supported, and steady again• how to rebuild vitality in a way that is sustainable and deeply personal This is not about discipline, restriction or pushing through. It’s about working with your body instead of against it. Because when your body feels supported, everything changes — your energy, your clarity, your capacity, and how you experience your life.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Patient Empowerment, Prevention & Real Health — with Dr. Ann Hester

    What if you had more control over your health than you’ve ever been told? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Ann Hester — a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine (a distinction held by fewer than 1% of doctors worldwide), with over 30 years of clinical experience. Dr. Hester is the Founder & CEO of Inspire Health, author of Patient Empowerment 101, and a passionate advocate for prevention, health literacy, and helping people take back ownership of their well-being. Together, we explore: ✨ why so many people feel overwhelmed by conflicting health advice ✨ the truth about prevention and lifestyle medicine ✨ how simple daily habits can prevent and even reverse chronic disease ✨ what patients are often not told — and why it matters ✨ how to feel more confident navigating your health and the healthcare system This conversation is a beautiful blend of science, practicality, and true empowerment — reminding you that your health is not something outside of you… but something you can actively influence every single day. Dr. Hester’s work has been featured on CNN, TIME, and Newsweek, and through her teaching, writing, and courses, she continues to help thousands of people simplify health and create lasting change — without extremes. 🌿 Learn more about Dr. Ann Hester https://www.everydayhealth.com/authors/dr-ann-hester/  ✨ Start your own journey Take my free Ayurvedic Imbalance Quiz: https://www.ithriveforhealth.com/ayurvedic-dosha-quiz/ 🤍 Let’s connect Book your free 15-minute connection call: https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call 🔍 SEO Keywords lifestyle medicine, patient empowerment, preventative health, chronic disease prevention, holistic health, health education, functional wellness, mind body health, Ayurveda and lifestyle medicine, healthy habits If you send me her exact website + socials, I can plug them in cleanly so it’s fully ready to paste.

    54 min

  2. 12 APR

    Why Healthy Eating Isn’t Working — The Ayurvedic Secret to Absorption & Self-Connection

    Eating healthy but still not feeling nourished? This episode explores the deeper Ayurvedic truth: it’s not just about food — it’s about absorption and your relationship with yourself. Discover: ✨ why “perfect eating” can still feel off  ✨ how your relationship with food mirrors your relationship with yourself  ✨ what blocks true nourishment  ✨ simple ways to eat for better digestion and energy Includes a short guided reset to support digestion and receiving. ✨ Start here https://www.ithriveforhealth.com/ayurvedic-dosha-quiz/ 🤍 Let’s connect https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call

    20 min

  3. 5 APR

    Easter, Peace & Your Inner Glow — A Gentle Return to Yourself

    Feeling a little off, unsettled, or not fully like yourself? This Easter-inspired episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect, and return to your inner balance. Through personal stories and lived experience, I guide you through the 5 natural phases of coming back to yourself: ✨ Re-Awakening ✨ Re-Nourishing ✨ Regulating ✨ Releasing ✨ Re-Embodying Plus, enjoy a short visualisation and a simple 5-minute practice to help you feel more grounded, calm, and connected. You don’t need to fix yourself — you simply need to come back to yourself. ✨ Start here Take the free Ayurvedic Imbalance Quiz: 👉 https://www.ithriveforhealth.com/ayurvedic-dosha-quiz/ 🤍 Let’s connect Book your free 15-minute call: 👉 https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call Perfect for anyone wanting to feel more calm, balanced, energised, and connected — through Ayurveda, embodiment, and gentle transformation. 🌿✨

    15 min

  4. 29 MAR

    Feeling “Off” But Can’t Explain Why? Ayurveda Explains Ama (Toxins) in a Simple Way

    Do you ever feel slightly out of sync — low energy, foggy, or just not quite yourself — even though everything seems “fine”? In Ayurveda, this may be linked to Ama — a build-up of undigested food, emotions, and daily experiences. In this episode, you’ll learn: • what Ama really is (in simple, relatable language)  • how modern life and constant input create internal overload  • subtle signs your body is asking for support  • the connection between digestion, presence, and wellbeing  • gentle, realistic ways to support your body and mind This episode is a warm and empowering guide to reconnecting with your body — without overwhelm or extreme detoxes. If you feel called to reset your system in a nourishing and supportive way, you can book a free 15-minute connection call here: https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call

    18 min

  5. 22 MAR

    Why Do We Crave Sugar, Chocolate, or Comfort Foods? Ayurveda Explains

    Cravings are often misunderstood as a lack of willpower. But Ayurveda sees cravings as powerful messages from the body connected to digestion, nervous system balance, and emotional well-being. In this episode you’ll learn: • how digestive fire (Agni) influences cravings  • why stress and overwhelm increase food cravings  • the difference between energy cravings, nervous system cravings, and emotional cravings  • how Vata, Pitta, and Kapha influence the foods we crave  • simple ways to stabilise digestion and reduce cravings naturally If you’ve ever wondered why your body suddenly wants sugar, salty snacks, or comfort foods, this episode will help you understand what your body may really be asking for. If you’d like personalised support with digestion, Ayurvedic nutrition, and restoring balance, you can book a free 15-minute connection call here: https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call

    19 min

  6. 15 MAR

    Feeling Overwhelmed? Ayurveda Explains Why — and How to Find Calm Again

    In today’s fast-paced world — with constant notifications, information overload, and global uncertainty — many of us feel mentally overstimulated and emotionally exhausted. In this episode, we explore overwhelm through the lens of Ayurveda and the nervous system. You’ll learn: • Why modern life massively increases Vata energy  • How global stress and uncertainty can affect your nervous system  • The connection between overwhelm and weak or overloaded Agni  • Why slowing down actually improves clarity and resilience  • A simple daily practice to calm your nervous system If you’ve been feeling scattered, tired but wired, or emotionally full, this episode will help you reconnect with grounding rhythms and gentle balance. If you’d like personalised guidance on supporting your digestion, nervous system, and overall vitality, you can book a free 15-minute connection call here:  https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call

    16 min

  7. 8 MAR

    Why Extreme Diets Backfire — An Ayurvedic Perspective on Sustainable Weight Loss & Digestive Health

    Have you ever tried a strict diet, cleanse, or food reset — only to end up back where you started? In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience with extreme dieting during my modelling years and how it impacted my digestion, hormones, and relationship with food. Through the lens of Ayurveda, we explore: ✨ How restrictive diets aggravate Vata, Pitta, and Kapha  ✨ Why extreme dieting weakens digestive fire (Agni)  ✨ The connection between nervous system regulation and food obsession  ✨ Why metabolism slows after harsh restriction  ✨ The difference between punishment and true reset You’ll also learn how gentle Ayurvedic cleanses — like ghee or kitchari resets — can support detoxification while nourishing your body instead of depleting it. If you’re ready to step away from diet culture and into sustainable balance, this episode is for you. Book your free 15-minute connection call here: 👉 https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call

    20 min

  8. 1 MAR

    Healing Through Live Food: Small Steps, Big Transformation with Karen “ZuZu” Ziemer Armes

    What if food wasn’t just fuel… but living energy? In this deeply inspiring and practical conversation, I sit down with Karen “ZuZu” Ziemer Armes — a woman whose personal healing journey from epilepsy, scoliosis, and arthritis led her to dedicate her life to helping others reclaim their health. Together, we explore: ✨ The healing power of live, whole foods  ✨ Why food is so much more than what’s on your plate  ✨ The connection between nourishment, faith, and community  ✨ How small, consistent steps create profound transformation  ✨ Why healing doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming At Lilly Fields, ZuZu teaches hands-on cooking and holistic wellness classes that empower people to take their health back into their own kitchens — one simple, practical change at a time. This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing is possible, that food carries life-force energy, and that wellness begins with small, loving choices repeated daily. If you’d like to learn more or join one of ZuZu’s classes, you can visit: 👉https://www.lillyfieldscenter.com/ 👉https://www.zuzuunleashed.com/ And as always, if you feel called to explore your own path to balance and vitality, you can book a free 15-minute connection call with me here: 👉 https://tidycal.com/ithrive/connection-call Keep glowing ✨

    43 min
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Up Your Total Glow is for high-functioning people who look like they have it all together but feel disconnected, depleted or no longer themselves underneath it all. If your body feels off, your energy isn’t holding, or what used to work no longer does… this is where we go deeper. This podcast goes beyond surface-level wellness, routines or “fixing” symptoms. It’s about understanding what your body is actually communicating — and learning how to respond in a way that restores real energy, stability and vitality. Through a deeply personalised, body-led approach grounded in nervous system work and Ayurvedic wisdom, Ruth Balsiger guides you back into connection with your body, your energy and your natural rhythm. Inside, you’ll explore:• why your energy drops — even when you’re doing everything “right”• how to shift out of survival mode without forcing or overriding yourself• what your body truly needs to feel safe, supported, and steady again• how to rebuild vitality in a way that is sustainable and deeply personal This is not about discipline, restriction or pushing through. It’s about working with your body instead of against it. Because when your body feels supported, everything changes — your energy, your clarity, your capacity, and how you experience your life.

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  • Creator
    Ruth Balsiger
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    124
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Up Your Total Glow
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    Up Your Total Glow