Sipping On Wellness

Kerry Brower
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This podcast explores whole-person health through the lenses of Scripture, physiology, and lived experience. Each episode weaves together faith, nervous system regulation, metabolism, hormones, and rhythms of rest—inviting listeners to slow down, listen to their bodies, and return to how they were formed. This is a space for thoughtful teaching, reflection, and practical insight for those seeking steadiness, healing, and faithful embodiment in everyday life.

  1. 1d ago

    Ep. 45 When Something Good Is No Longer Yours to Carry

    Sometimes we know it’s time to let something go because it isn’t working. But what happens when something has been good—and we simply sense that we’re no longer meant to carry it? In this final episode of Sipping on Wellness, I’m sharing a personal decision to pause the podcast and step away from the constant rhythm of creating the next episode, newsletter, post, or resource. We’ll talk about recognizing seasons, making room to listen, and learning that faithfulness doesn’t always mean doing more. Sometimes it means being willing to release something good without knowing exactly what comes next. If you’ve ever found yourself continuing something simply because you’ve invested time in it—or turning every good idea into another thing you need to do—this conversation may be for you too.

  2. Aug 11

    Devotional 44.1 Never Underestimate Small Things

    What if some of the most important things God is doing in your life are happening in ways that seem small, ordinary, or even unnoticed? In a culture that celebrates big moments, dramatic breakthroughs, and visible results, it's easy to overlook the quiet ways God often works. Yet throughout Scripture, we see a different pattern. A mustard seed. A shepherd boy. A widow's offering. Again and again, God uses things that appear insignificant to accomplish something much greater. In this devotional companion episode of Sipping on Wellness, we reflect on Jesus' parable of the mustard seed and explore why spiritual growth often begins beneath the surface. We'll consider the value of ordinary faithfulness, the challenge of trusting God when progress feels slow, and why the small choices we make each day may matter more than we realize. Because God has always had a habit of using small things for significant purposes. And sometimes the growth we cannot see is the growth that matters most. Chapters Opening Reflection — Do Small Things Really Matter? The Mustard Seed Growth Beneath the Surface What Small Thing Matters Today? Prayer Closing Reflection — Never Underestimate Small Things Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  3. Aug 4

    Ep. 44 The Gut Bacteria That May Influence Metabolism

    What if one of the most important players in metabolism isn't a hormone, supplement, or exercise program—but a bacterium living in your gut? In this episode of Sipping on Wellness, we explore Akkermansia, a gut bacterium that has become a growing focus of research because of its potential connections to metabolic health, blood sugar regulation, inflammation, insulin sensitivity, and overall wellness. We'll discuss what Akkermansia is, why researchers are paying attention to it, how the gut and metabolism are more connected than many people realize, and what current research suggests about its role in long-term health. Most importantly, we'll explore practical ways to support a healthier microbiome through everyday habits like nutrition, fiber, plant diversity, movement, sleep, and stress management. Because sometimes the biggest influences on health come from the smallest places. If you're interested in gut health, metabolism, blood sugar balance, insulin resistance, inflammation, healthy aging, or overall wellness, this episode is for you. Chapters Introduction — The Gut Bacteria That May Influence Metabolism Why Researchers Are Paying Attention to Akkermansia The Connection Between Akkermansia, Metabolism, and Blood Sugar The Good News: Many of the Supports Are Familiar Faith and the Power of Small Things Closing — Never Underestimate the Influence of Small Things   Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  4. Jul 28

    Devotional 43.1 The Practice of Noticing

    What if God is speaking in ways you’ve become too busy to notice? In a world filled with distractions, responsibilities, and constant noise, it’s easy to move through life on autopilot. We rush from one task to the next, often missing the small ways God is working around us and within us. In this devotional companion episode of Sipping on Wellness, we reflect on Elijah’s encounter with God in 1 Kings 19 and explore why spiritual growth often begins with paying attention. We’ll consider how God frequently works through the ordinary, why awareness is a spiritual discipline, and how slowing down can help us recognize His presence, provision, and guidance in everyday life. Because sometimes the problem isn’t that God isn’t speaking. Sometimes we’ve simply forgotten how to listen. Chapters Opening Reflection — Moving Too Fast to Notice Elijah and the Whisper The Spiritual Discipline of Noticing What Might You Be Missing? Prayer Closing Reflection — Learning to Listen for God Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  5. Jul 21

    Ep. 43 Why Am I So Tired At 2:00 P.M.?

    Do you find yourself reaching for caffeine, something sweet, or sheer willpower just to make it through the afternoon? Many women assume energy crashes are simply part of getting older, being busy, or dealing with hormones. While those factors can certainly play a role, there may be another piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked: blood sugar. In this episode of Sipping on Wellness, we explore how blood sugar influences energy, cravings, focus, and overall metabolic health. We’ll discuss what continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are teaching us about the body, why two people can respond differently to the same meal, and how factors like sleep, stress, and movement may be affecting your energy more than you realize. Most importantly, we’ll explore why the greatest value isn’t found in a device or a number, but in learning to recognize the patterns your body has been communicating all along. Because your body is always giving feedback. Learning to listen may be one of the most valuable health skills you ever develop. Chapters Introduction — Why Am I So Tired at 2 PM? Why Blood Sugar Matters Even If You Don’t Have Diabetes What CGMs Are Teaching Us What This Means for Your Energy Faith and Paying Attention Closing — Learning to Listen Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  6. Jul 14

    Devotional 42.1 Stewardship Without Obsession

    How do we care for our health without allowing our health to define us? In a culture that constantly encourages us to improve, optimize, and change ourselves, it can be easy to blur the line between stewardship and identity. What begins as a desire to care for our bodies can slowly become a belief that our worth depends on our appearance, our weight, our health status, or our ability to reach certain goals. In this devotional companion episode of Sipping on Wellness, we explore what Scripture teaches about caring for the bodies God has entrusted to us while remembering that our value comes from Him, not from our performance. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 and Psalm 139:14, we’ll reflect on the difference between pursuing health and placing our identity in health, and why true stewardship is rooted in gratitude rather than striving. Because caring for your body is an act of stewardship. Believing your body determines your worth is a burden God never asked you to carry. Chapters Opening Reflection — Caring and Carrying Caring for the Gift When Health Becomes More Than Health Stewardship and Identity Prayer Closing Reflection — Stewardship Without Obsession   Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  7. Jul 7

    Ep. 42 Will the Next Wave of Weight Loss Medications Change Everything?

    Weight loss medications are evolving quickly. Just as many people are becoming familiar with GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound, a new generation of treatments is already on the horizon. Oral medications, dual agonists, and triple agonists such as retatrutide are creating excitement and raising important questions about the future of weight loss and metabolic health. In this episode of Sipping on Wellness, we explore why these medications are generating so much attention, what they reveal about the way we’ve traditionally thought about weight loss, and why the conversation is about much more than a number on the scale. We’ll discuss the potential benefits, the tradeoffs worth considering, and why metabolism, muscle mass, blood sugar regulation, sleep, stress, and lifestyle habits still matter regardless of what new medications become available. Most importantly, we’ll explore how to think about these tools through the lens of long-term health rather than short-term weight loss. Because while the future of weight loss may be changing, the foundations of health are not. Chapters Introduction — Will the Next Wave of Weight Loss Medications Change Everything? Why There’s So Much Excitement What These Medications Reveal About Weight Loss The Benefits and Tradeoffs Worth Considering What These Medications Can’t Do For You Faith, Stewardship, and the Search for Better Health Closing — The Foundations Still Matter   Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

  8. Jun 30

    Deovotional 41.1 When You Can't See the Whole Picture?

    What do you do when life doesn't make sense? Whether you're facing a health challenge, navigating a difficult season, or simply carrying questions that don't seem to have clear answers, it's easy to become focused on the one piece of the puzzle right in front of you. Yet Scripture reminds us that while our perspective is limited, God's is not. In this devotional companion episode of Sipping on Wellness, we reflect on Psalm 139 and Isaiah 55 and explore what it means to trust God when we can't see the whole picture. We'll consider how faith grows in seasons of uncertainty, why we don't need every answer to take the next faithful step, and how God's presence remains constant even when life feels confusing. Because while we often see only a small part of the story, God sees the entire picture. And the God who sees the whole picture is also the God who walks with us through every chapter of the story. Chapters Opening Reflection — Living with Partial Information Psalm 139 — Fully Known The Pieces We Can See Isaiah 55:8-9 — A Bigger Perspective Prayer Closing Reflection — Trusting the One Who Sees the Whole Picture   Resources & Support: Grab the "What I'd Do First For Low Energy Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Hormone Testing Guide" Here Grab the "What I'd Do Before Advanced Gut Testing Guide" Here Explore my Fullscript supplement recommendations here: Access to almost 400 3rd party tested, quality supplements and labs with an automatic 10% discount Rosebuds Real Food: Discount Code: KERRYB10: Access Here Check My Body Health: Discount Code: WWW10: Access Here Thorne Supplements: Access Here Ollipop: Buy Here  Website: winewalkswellness.com  Newsletter: Sign up Here

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This podcast explores whole-person health through the lenses of Scripture, physiology, and lived experience. Each episode weaves together faith, nervous system regulation, metabolism, hormones, and rhythms of rest—inviting listeners to slow down, listen to their bodies, and return to how they were formed. This is a space for thoughtful teaching, reflection, and practical insight for those seeking steadiness, healing, and faithful embodiment in everyday life.

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  • Creator
    Kerry Brower
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    Sipping On Wellness