Serenity and Fire with Krista

Krista Guagenti

Welcome to Serenity and Fire. The podcast where wellness meets grit. I'm your host, Krista Guagenti, founder of Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique. Join me as we dive into the intriguing world of bio-hacking, clean living, cutting-edge spa treatments and the hustle, grind and grit of entrepreneurship. From my personal battles with weight-loss and infertility, to a 30-year struggle to create and launch my dream business, to building a sanctuary for those touched by cancer — I'm here to share real talk, inspire big dreams and spark a passion for holistic living inside each and every one of you.

  1. 1D AGO

    Seed Oils: Let's Break Down This Controversial Ingredient in Your Diet.

    In today’s episode, we’re stepping into one of the most debated topics in wellness right now: seed oils. Some people call them toxic. Others say they’re completely harmless. The truth, as always, lives somewhere in the middle. In this conversation, I break down what seed oils actually are, how they’re processed, and why they’ve become such a hot topic. We talk through the real concerns — including high-heat processing, chemical extraction, and refining methods like bleaching and deodorizing — and what that means for the oils most of us are consuming daily. From there, we get into what really matters: why polyunsaturated fats are more sensitive to heat, light, and oxygen what oxidation actually means (in simple terms) how omega-6 and omega-3 balance plays a role in overall health and why the modern diet tends to skew that ratio Most importantly, this episode is about practical application — not fear. You’ll walk away with a clear, grounded framework for: where seed oil exposure is highest (hint: restaurants are a major source) how to reduce your intake without becoming obsessive how to think about “middle ground” oils like nut oils what to look for in a high-quality extra virgin olive oil and how to make simple, smarter choices in your everyday life The goal isn’t perfection — it’s awareness, balance, and better decision-making. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to: Subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming conversations ✅ Leave a review — it helps more people find the show ✅ Share this episode with someone who’s trying to clean things up without going to extremes And if you’re looking to take your wellness a step further, we’d love to welcome you into our space... Visit Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique to explore our services and book your experience: 💚  https://panacealuxuryspa.com 💚 Whether you're looking to reset, recover, or simply take better care of yourself, we're here for you.

    22 min

  2. MAR 17

    Behind the Scenes of Love Is Blind: How Panacea Spa Ended Up on Netflix

    Serenity and Fire with Krista

    36 min

  3. MAR 10

    Women Who Build: Leadership, Legacy, and the Long Game

    This episode was inspired by a Women’s History Month panel discussion called Women Who Build, where I was invited by Telhio Credit Union to reflect on leadership, entrepreneurship, and what it really means to build something that lasts. As I reviewed the panel questions, I realized they weren’t just questions for a stage conversation. They were the kinds of questions every founder and leader should be asking themselves. In this episode, I walk through those questions and share the leadership lessons that have shaped how I built Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique, from developing organizational capacity and building strong teams, to thinking about legacy, community impact, and the long game of entrepreneurship. We talk about the shift every founder eventually has to make. From being the person who does everything to becoming the person who builds people, systems, and culture that can grow beyond them. I also share how the people who raised me shaped my leadership philosophy, the surprising influence of a fictional character who helped shape my vision for building something lasting, and why businesses have a responsibility to strengthen the communities around them. This conversation is about more than entrepreneurship. It’s about leadership, resilience, and building something meaningful that can outlive you. In this episode, we explore: • The leadership philosophy that shaped how I built Panacea • Why founders must shift from “doer” to “builder” to truly scale • What legacy really means when you’re building a brand • How strong teams expand the capacity of an organization • Why businesses should act as anchors in their communities • The balance between empathy and standards in modern leadership • How innovation is essential to long-term sustainability If you're building a business, leading a team, or thinking about the long-term impact of your work, this conversation is for you. Because the most meaningful work we do as leaders isn’t just about success. It’s about building businesses, building people, and building communities that last. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.

    21 min

  4. MAR 3

    Serenity in the Fire: How to Lead Under Pressure

    There are seasons in business and in life where you’re carrying things you simply can’t explain publicly. Not because you’re hiding anything, but because leadership requires restraint, maturity, and discretion. In this solo episode, I’m sharing what it really looks like to lead under pressure. The invisible weight that comes with growth. The high-stakes conversations. The personnel dynamics. The audits, negotiations, and expansion decisions happening behind the scenes. All while still showing up calm and steady on the outside. At the same time, there’s public visibility. Momentum. Opportunity. Even exciting moments... like Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique being featured on Netflix’s Love Is Blind! And while the world sees the highlight, they don’t see the operational grind underneath it. Sometimes leadership looks like strategic silence, clear internal communication, and trusting the long-term vision over short-term emotion. Serenity isn’t the absence of fire. It’s the ability to stand in it without burning down. Protect your peace. Lead with integrity. And keep balancing serenity with fire. 💚

    11 min

  5. FEB 24

    Is Your Dental Floss Toxic? How I Evaluate Everyday Products Without Spiraling

    In this first episode of my new Product Integrity Series, we’re breaking down something small, but surprisingly revealing: dental floss. Is your floss toxic? What are PFAS (forever chemicals)? Do synthetic fibers release microplastics? And how do you evaluate everyday products without spiraling into wellness anxiety? Clean living today can feel chaotic. Labels say “natural” and “clean,” but industry marketing often hides the full picture. In this episode, I walk you through the real science behind conventional dental floss, PFAS exposure, microplastics, polyester vs. silk floss, and what the American Dental Association actually says about risk. We talk about: • PFAS and why they’re called “forever chemicals”  • Microplastic exposure and what current research shows  • The difference between exposure and proven harm  • Why flossing still matters for gum health  • How to reduce toxic load without chasing perfection  • The hierarchy I personally use when evaluating products If you’re trying to live clean without living anxious, this episode will help you think more clearly and make directionally better decisions that compound over time.

    15 min

  6. FEB 17

    What My Team Retreat in Florida Revealed About Trust, Tension & True Leadership

    After Valentine’s Day, I found myself thinking less about romance and more about connection. The kind that fuels teams, strengthens relationships, and determines whether a business actually thrives. In this episode of Serenity and Fire, I’m sharing what happened at our annual Panacea Luxury Spa leadership retreat in Florida and how one simple relationship exercise exposed hidden tension, built deeper trust, and completely shifted the way my team operates. We talk about: Why teams don’t execute better because they’re told to care more, they execute better because they trust more.How misaligned intentions can quietly erode performance.The leadership mistake most of us make when conflict shows up.Why connection isn’t indulgent, it’s strategic.How nervous system regulation affects both business and relationships.The ripple effect of vulnerability, accountability, and shared ownership.From building sandcastles on the beach to ranking relational trust inside our management team, this retreat revealed something powerful: progress doesn’t come from grinding harder. It comes from building safer, stronger connections. Whether you’re a leader, a partner, or someone trying to grow something meaningful, this conversation will challenge you to measure connection, not just output. Because sustainable success isn’t built on hustle alone. It’s built on trust.

    21 min

  7. FEB 10

    What My Blood Work Taught Me About Insulin, Stress, and Metabolic Health

    Over the last few episodes, we’ve talked a lot about sugar, fasting, insulin, and metabolic flexibility. And at some point, the question naturally comes up:  "Okay… but what is my body actually doing?" In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned from my own blood work, and more importantly, how to look at labs from a place of understanding instead of anxiety. This isn’t about chasing perfect numbers or obsessing over test results. It’s about learning how to read your labs as information, not a label. Because “normal” doesn’t always mean optimal, and context matters more than any single number. We’ll talk through: The labs that actually matter for metabolic healthWhy insulin often tells a deeper story than glucose or A1C aloneHow stress, inflammation, and iron can quietly shape how your body feelsWhat it means when your labs look fine on paper, but something still feels offYour labs are a snapshot, not a sentence. When you understand the story behind them, you can start working with your body instead of against it.

    20 min

  8. FEB 3

    Fasting Without the Chaos: Intermittent, 24-Hour, and Beyond

    Fasting doesn’t have to feel extreme, confusing, or stressful, but the way it’s talked about online often makes it feel exactly that way. In this episode of Serenity & Fire, Krista breaks down fasting without the chaos. From intermittent fasting to 24-hour fasts and beyond, she explains how fasting actually works in the body and how to choose the right approach based on your metabolism, hormones, stress levels, and health goals. You’ll learn: 💚 Why 18 hours is often the most effective fasting window for insulin repair 💚 When fasting helps metabolic health and when it can backfire 💚 The difference between fasting for performance vs fasting for healing 💚 Why feast-and-famine works for some people and not others 💚 How autophagy really works (and why consistency matters more than extremes) 💚 The biggest mistake people make when breaking a fast and how to avoid undoing your progress This episode is about clarity, not restriction. Strategy, not punishment. And building metabolic health in a way that’s sustainable, grounded, and actually works long term. Tune in next week, Krista dives into lab data and what your numbers may or may not be telling you.  🎙️ Subscribe NOW so you never miss an episode!

    25 min
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Welcome to Serenity and Fire. The podcast where wellness meets grit. I'm your host, Krista Guagenti, founder of Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique. Join me as we dive into the intriguing world of bio-hacking, clean living, cutting-edge spa treatments and the hustle, grind and grit of entrepreneurship. From my personal battles with weight-loss and infertility, to a 30-year struggle to create and launch my dream business, to building a sanctuary for those touched by cancer — I'm here to share real talk, inspire big dreams and spark a passion for holistic living inside each and every one of you.

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  • Creator
    Krista Guagenti
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Serenity and Fire with Krista
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    Serenity and Fire with Krista