Anchored to Wellness

Kacey Wallace
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Hi, I'm Kacey Wallace, and welcome to "Anchored to Wellness," where we will dive deep into holistic health and functional medicine. As a board certified family physician turned holistic health consultant, my mission is to guide you on a journey towards optimal health and well-being. In each episode, we will explore the intricate connections between gut health, micronutrient balance, nervous system support, hormone health, brain vitality, and more.Join me as we address root causes behind brain fog, memory loss, chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, and just being chronically ill. This podcast isn't just information, it is to empower you! We will navigate functional testing approaches and holistic principles to help you reclaim vitality of both body and brain. Let's challenge the conventional norms of healthcare and embark on a journey toward a healthier, more anchored life. I am your passionate companion in your pursuit of wellness. Let's elevate our health together!

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode 30- Autoimmune before autoimmunity

    If you've ever been told your labs are normal while your body feels like it's falling apart. This episode is for you. Because autoimmune disease rarely starts at the diagnosis. It starts years earlier. In the gray zone. Where you're symptomatic enough to suffer but not sick enough to qualify. Where the system keeps telling you to wait and see while your body keeps getting louder. Today I'm talking about what I call autoimmunity before the autoimmunity. That phase where immune dysregulation is already running the show, but no one has given it a name yet. I'm walking you through why the referral cycle fails women in this phase, what pre-autoimmune patterns actually look like in real life, and why inflammation is never the root cause. It's the dashboard light. I'm also sharing the story of a patient I call Mandy. She did everything right. She went to every appointment. She waited through every referral. And every time, she left with some version of "you're fine." She wasn't fine. And once we stopped waiting for a diagnosis to give her permission to heal, everything changed. Inside this episode, we cover: Why the diagnosis lag is not prevention. It's delayed action.What the gray zone actually looks like in your body.Why the referral cycle is designed to rule out disease, not restore function.The internal stressors driving immune activation that no one is talking about.The three buckets: Reset, Repair, Rebuild, and why sequence matters.Why chasing inflammation keeps you stuck in the supplement cycle.If you've been bounced between specialists with no answers. If your imaging came back normal but your body didn't feel that way. If you've started wondering whether you're just being dramatic. You're not. Your physiology is loud, and it's been trying to tell you something. Share this episode with one woman who's been told she's fine when she knows she's not. This is the conversation she's been waiting for. Your next steps are below: ✨ Free Guide: 9 Hidden Signs Your Metabolism Is Stuck in Survival Mode www.drkaceywallace.com/hiddenmetabolicmess ✨ Adrenal Optimization Test (see your cortisol rhythm + DHEA clearly) www.drkaceywallace.com/innercalm ✨ Resiliency Reboot Program www.drkaceywallace.com/resiliencyreboot ✨ Get the book: You Are Not Fine  www.youarenotfine.com Support the show

    36 min

  2. APR 29

    Episode 29: Why I Wrote This Book

    I’ve been sitting on something for a long time… and honestly, sharing it feels a little terrifying. Because this one is personal. In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I wrote this book—the moment everything shifted, the experience that changed how I practice medicine, and the woman I could not stop thinking about while writing every page. She’s exhausted in a way sleep doesn’t fix. She’s done everything right… and her body still isn’t responding. She’s been told, “everything looks fine.” But she knows she’s not. I’ve been that woman. And I’ve sat across from her hundreds of times. This episode isn’t a clinical deep dive—it’s a story. A story about the gap between “normal” and actually well. A story about what’s really happening in your body when you feel tired, foggy, reactive, and stuck. And a story about why this book had to exist. Inside this episode, we talk about: The moment I realized “fine” was not the right answer What conventional medicine misses (and why it’s not your doctor’s fault) How I became the patient—and what I discovered The connection between metabolism, hormones, and brain health Why symptoms in your 40s and 50s matter more than you’ve been told And how this book gives you a clear, root-cause roadmap forward If you’ve ever felt dismissed… If your labs came back “normal” but your body didn’t feel that way… If you’ve quietly wondered, “Is this just my life now?” This episode is for you. ✨ The book launches May 6th at 10 AM—and your support that day helps this message reach the women who need it most. Think of one woman in your life who needs this. Send her this episode. And let’s make sure she knows—she’s not crazy, she’s not broken, and there is a path forward. If you’re ready to go deeper, here are your next steps: ✨ Free Guide: 9 Hidden Signs Your Metabolism Is Stuck in Survival Mode www.drkaceywallace.com/hiddenmetabolicmess ✨ Adrenal Optimization Test (see your cortisol rhythm + DHEA clearly) www.drkaceywallace.com/innercalm ✨ Resiliency Reboot Program www.drkaceywallace.com/resiliencyreboot Support the show

    25 min

  3. APR 15

    Episode 28: "Just Stress" Becomes a Metabolic Mess

    Note: If you’re listening on Spotify, you may notice a brief audio glitch at the beginning of this episode. It resolves quickly—thank you for your patience while we sort this out! If you’ve been told “it’s just stress”… but something in you knows there’s more going on—this episode is for you. Dr. Kacey revisits one of the most important concepts in her work:  The Metabolic Mess. Because what you’re feeling—fatigue, brain fog, cravings, poor sleep, mood swings, weight resistance—isn’t random… and it’s not a personal failure. It’s a pattern. In this episode, you’ll learn how your metabolism, hormones, and brain are all connected—and how stress, sleep disruption, blood sugar instability, and inflammation can create a full-body domino effect that keeps you stuck. You’ll also walk away with simple, practical ways to begin restoring rhythm and stability—without trying to overhaul your entire life. ✨ Stop managing symptoms. Mend the mess. Rebuild your resiliency. Reclaim the Real You. 🧠 Your Next Step 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) Click Here for your instant download. 🔬 Want Clarity on What’s Driving This? 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) See your cortisol + DHEA rhythm on paper and understand what your body actually needs. Click Here for your at-home test. 🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode 👉 Explore the Resource Page (as mentioned in the episode) Find tools, testing options, and support to help you better understand your body and take your next step. Click Here to explore. 📩 Stay Connected 👉 Dr. Kacey’s Corner (Weekly Newsletter) Click Here to sign up for your weekly dose.  It’s not “just stress.”  It’s your system asking for support. And when you learn how to work with your body—everything starts to shift. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website Support the show

    32 min
  4. Episode 27: Inflammation Isn't the Root Cause - It's the Smoke

    MAR 6

    Episode 27: Inflammation Isn't the Root Cause - It's the Smoke

    Everyone is talking about inflammation. Fatigue? Inflammation.  Weight gain? Inflammation.  Brain fog? Inflammation. But here’s the truth: Inflammation is often the smoke—  not the match. In this episode, Dr. Kacey breaks down what chronic inflammation actually is, what it’s doing at a cellular level, and why it’s usually a signal that something deeper is driving the response. If you feel:  Wired but tired  Inflamed or reactive  Foggy, stuck, or out of sync  Frustrated by “normal” labs but not feeling normal This conversation will help you understand what may really be happening beneath the surface. 🧠 Inside this episode:  The difference between acute vs. chronic inflammation  Why “normal” lab ranges don’t always mean optimal health  The Tree Model: symptoms (leaves) vs. root causes (drivers)  The hidden “matches” that keep inflammation burning  Why biohacking falls flat without a strong foundation  Three simple anchors you can start this week You’re not broken.  You’re not weak.  And you’re not crazy for feeling like something is off. Because when we support your metabolism, hormones, and brain together, your energy stabilizes, your focus returns, and your body starts responding again. 🧠 Your Next Step (Start Here) 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) A simple, practical place to begin calming inflammation, stabilizing your energy, and supporting your body from the ground up. Click Here to grab yours. 🔬 Want to See What’s Driving Your Inflammation? 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) Get a clear look at your cortisol + DHEA rhythm and understand how stress may be fueling inflammation in your body. Click Here to order your test. 👉 Mineral Analysis (HTMA) For deeper insight into long-term stress, inflammation patterns, and metabolic resilience. Click Here to order your test. 🌿 Deeper Support 👉 Memory Momentum Method A structured, root-cause approach to support brain health, clarity, and long-term cognitive resilience. Click Here to learn more. 👉 The Anchored Journey (1:1 Care) A personalized, lab-driven roadmap to help you restore your metabolism, hormones, and brain—with expert guidance every step of the way. Click Here to learn more. 🛍️ Support Your Body 👉 Get Healthy Store (Practitioner-Grade Supplements) Targeted support for inflammation, energy, hormones, and brain health. Shop Here 📩 Stay Connected 👉 Dr. Kacey’s Corner (Weekly Newsletter) Weekly insights, tools, and real talk to help you feel more steady, clear, and supported. Click Here for your weekly dose. Chasing inflammation won’t solve the problem.  Understanding what’s driving it will. And that’s where real healing begins. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website Support the show

    37 min
  5. Episode 26 Why the Holidays Are a Metabolic Stress Test

    11/25/2025

    Episode 26 Why the Holidays Are a Metabolic Stress Test

    The holidays don’t just test your patience — they test your physiology. In this episode, Dr. Kacey Wallace reveals why the “most wonderful time of the year” is actually a full-body metabolic stress test… and why your symptoms aren’t weakness, but data. If you’ve been feeling tired, foggy, overwhelmed, puffy, craving everything…  or just not like yourself— This episode will help you understand what’s really going on beneath it all…  and why January resets almost always fail. Because it’s not about willpower.  It’s about physiology. After the holidays, your body isn’t “off track”—  it’s trying to recover from a perfect storm of stress, sugar, disrupted sleep, and nervous system overload. 🧠 In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why holiday chaos disrupts your cortisol rhythm  How stress, sugar, sleep loss, and emotions combine into a metabolic storm  The early signs your resiliency is slipping  Why your immune system often crashes after the holidays  And why your body needs partnership—not punishment—in the new year If you’re ready to stop blaming yourself and start understanding your body,  this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. 🧠 Your Next Step (Start Here) 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) A simple, structured way to stabilize your energy, calm your system, and rebuild your rhythm—without extreme resets or overwhelm. Click Here to grab yours. 🔬 Want Clarity on Your Stress Pattern? 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) See your cortisol + DHEA rhythm on paper so you can stop guessing and start rebuilding your resiliency with intention. Click Here to order your test. 🌿 Ready for Deeper Support? 👉 Resiliency Reboot A step-by-step Reset → Repair → Rebuild process designed to restore your capacity so you can feel grounded, clear, and steady again. Click Here to sign up and be the first to know when the doors open. 👉 Memory Momentum Method Support your brain, focus, and long-term cognitive resilience with a structured, root-cause approach. Click Here to learn more. 👉 The Anchored Journey (1:1 Care) A personalized, lab-driven roadmap to help you restore your metabolism, hormones, and brain—with expert guidance. Click Here to learn more. 🛍️ Support Your Body 👉 Get Healthy Store (Practitioner-Grade Supplements) Targeted support for inflammation, energy, hormones, and recovery. Shop Here You don’t need a harder reset.  You need a more supported system. And when you give your body that—  everything starts to shift. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website If you would like to watch this in video format,  it is available on YouTube.  Be sure to subscribe Watch Here  Disclaimer: The content provided in The Anchored to Wellness Show is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice Support the show Support the show

    34 min
  6. Episode 25: Top Reasons I Know Someone Needs Gut Work (Even If They Say It’s Fine)

    10/29/2025

    Episode 25: Top Reasons I Know Someone Needs Gut Work (Even If They Say It’s Fine)

    If you’re tired all the time…  snapping at people you love…  waking up foggy…  or feeling like your body just isn’t responding anymore… Your gut might be at the root of it. In this episode, Dr. Kacey uncovers the silent signs of gut dysfunction that most women miss—even when digestion seems “normal.” Because gut issues don’t always look like gut symptoms. They can show up as:  Fatigue  Mood swings  Brain fog  Hormone imbalances  Autoimmune patterns You’ll learn how hidden inflammation in the gut can quietly drive these patterns—and how supporting your gut can help you reclaim your energy, focus, and sense of calm. You’ll also hear Dr. Kacey’s personal story of how her own “normal” labs missed everything… until functional testing revealed what was really going on beneath the surface. Because real healing doesn’t start with chasing symptoms.  It starts with repairing the roots. ✨ Stop managing symptoms. Mend the mess. Rebuild your resiliency. Reclaim the Real You. 🧠 Your Next Step (Start Here) 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) A simple, practical place to begin supporting your gut, calming inflammation, and stabilizing your energy—without overwhelm. Click Here to grab yours. 🔬 Want to Understand What’s Driving Your Symptoms? 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) If your energy is off, your mood feels unpredictable, or your body feels reactive—this test gives you insight into how your stress response is impacting your gut and overall health. Click Here to order your test today. 👉 Mineral Analysis (HTMA) For deeper insight into long-term stress patterns, gut resilience, and metabolic function. 🌿 Deeper Support 👉 Memory Momentum Method A structured, root-cause approach to support brain health, clarity, and long-term cognitive resilience. Click Here to learn more. 👉 The Anchored Journey (1:1 Care) A personalized, lab-driven roadmap to help you restore your metabolism, hormones, and brain—with expert guidance. Click Here to learn more. 🛍️ Support Your Body 👉 Get Healthy Store (Practitioner-Grade Supplements) Targeted support for gut health, inflammation, energy, and brain function. Shop Here 📩 Stay Connected 👉 Dr. Kacey’s Corner (Weekly Newsletter) Weekly tools, insights, and real talk to help you feel more steady, clear, and supported. Click Here for your weekly dose. Your symptoms aren’t random.  Your body isn’t working against you. It’s asking for deeper support—  and this is where that starts. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website If you would like to watch this in video format,  it is available on YouTube.  Be sure to subscribe Watch Here  Disclaimer: The content provided in The Anchored to Wellness Show is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice Support the show Support the show

    36 min
  7. Episode 24: What if Peace, Not Perfection, Was Your Health Goal This Season

    10/22/2025

    Episode 24: What if Peace, Not Perfection, Was Your Health Goal This Season

    Everywhere you look this season, someone’s telling you to do more—  eat cleaner, move more, plan better, be more grateful. But what if the most healing thing you could do…  is less? In this episode, Dr. Kacey challenges the perfection-driven culture that keeps your body stuck in survival mode. Because your body doesn’t repair under pressure.  And peace isn’t passive—it’s powerful. If you’ve been doing everything “right” but still feel:  Exhausted  Inflamed  Foggy or disconnected This conversation will help you understand why. Because your body isn’t waiting for more effort—  it’s waiting for safety. ✨ Stop managing symptoms. Mend the mess. Rebuild your resiliency. Reclaim the Real You. 🧠 Your Next Step (Start Gently) 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) A simple, supportive place to begin calming your nervous system, stabilizing your energy, and stepping out of survival mode—without adding more to your plate. Click Here to grab yours. 💛 Support Your Nervous System (In Real Time) 👉 HeartMath Inner Balance™ Coherence Plus If your mind won’t shut off or you find yourself replaying the day, this tool helps retrain your nervous system to shift into calm—lowering stress, improving HRV, and signaling safety to your body. 🔬 See How Stress Is Showing Up in Your Body 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) Discover your cortisol + DHEA rhythm and understand how stress is impacting your energy, sleep, and resilience. Click Here to order your test. 🌿 Ready for Deeper Support? 👉 Resiliency Reboot (Join the Waitlist) If you’re ready to stop guessing and walk through the Reset → Repair → Rebuild process with guidance and support, join the early-access list for the next round. Click Here for early access. 👉 Memory Momentum Method A structured, root-cause approach to support brain health, clarity, and long-term cognitive resilience. Click Here to learn more. 👉 The Anchored Journey (1:1 Care) A personalized, lab-driven roadmap to help you restore your metabolism, hormones, and brain—with expert guidance. Click Here to learn more. 📩 Stay Connected 👉 Dr. Kacey’s Corner (Weekly Newsletter) Weekly tools, insights, and real talk to help you feel more grounded, clear, and supported. Click Here for your weekly dose. Healing doesn’t come from doing more.  It comes from giving your body what it’s been asking for all along. And sometimes…  that starts with less. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website If you would like to watch this in video format,  it is available on YouTube.  Be sure to subscribe Watch Here  Disclaimer: The content provided in The Anchored to Wellness Show is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Support the show Support the show

    22 min
  8. Episode 23: The Science Behind Food Cravings and the Role of Food Engineers

    10/16/2025

    Episode 23: The Science Behind Food Cravings and the Role of Food Engineers

    What if your cravings weren’t about willpower at all…  but by design? In this episode, Dr. Kacey breaks down how many everyday foods are engineered to keep you hooked—impacting your energy, your focus, and your ability to feel in control of your body. But this isn’t about blame. It’s about understanding what your body is actually asking for. If you’ve been experiencing:  Constant cravings (especially at night)  Energy crashes and brain fog  Feeling stuck in a cycle of “trying harder” but not getting results This episode will help you see why. Because cravings aren’t just about discipline—  they’re often a reflection of deeper imbalances in your metabolism, hormones, and brain. And when you start supporting those systems,  the noise begins to quiet. ✨ Stop managing symptoms. Mend the mess. Rebuild your resiliency. Reclaim the Real You. 🧠 Your Next Step (Start Here) 👉 The Weight, Energy & Stress Reset Guide ($9.99) A simple, practical place to begin stabilizing your energy, reducing cravings, and supporting your body in a way that actually works. Click Here to grab yours. 🔬 Want to Understand What’s Driving Your Cravings? 👉 Adrenal Optimization Test (AOT) If you feel stuck in cycles of cravings, energy crashes, or stress eating—this test helps uncover what your cortisol rhythm is doing behind the scenes. Click Here to learn more. 👉 Mineral Analysis (HTMA) For deeper insight into stress patterns, blood sugar stability, and metabolic resilience. Click Here to order your test. 🌿 Deeper Support 👉 Memory Momentum Method A structured, root-cause approach to support brain health, focus, and long-term cognitive resilience. Click here to learn more. 👉 The Anchored Journey (1:1 Care) A personalized, lab-driven roadmap to help you restore your metabolism, hormones, and brain—with expert guidance. Click Here to learn more. 🛍️ Support Your Body 👉 Get Healthy Store (Practitioner-Grade Supplements) Targeted support for cravings, blood sugar balance, energy, and brain health. Shop Here 📩 Stay Connected 👉 Dr. Kacey’s Corner (Weekly Newsletter) Weekly tools, insights, and real talk to help you feel more steady, clear, and in control. Click Here for your weekly dose. It’s not that you lack willpower.  It’s that your body has been working against the wrong inputs. And once you change that—  everything gets easier. Connect with us: Facebook   Instagram   Pinterest   Website If you would like to watch this in video format,  it is available on YouTube.  Be sure to subscribe Watch Here  Disclaimer: The content provided in The Anchored to Wellness Show is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice Support the show Support the show

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Hi, I'm Kacey Wallace, and welcome to "Anchored to Wellness," where we will dive deep into holistic health and functional medicine. As a board certified family physician turned holistic health consultant, my mission is to guide you on a journey towards optimal health and well-being. In each episode, we will explore the intricate connections between gut health, micronutrient balance, nervous system support, hormone health, brain vitality, and more.Join me as we address root causes behind brain fog, memory loss, chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, and just being chronically ill. This podcast isn't just information, it is to empower you! We will navigate functional testing approaches and holistic principles to help you reclaim vitality of both body and brain. Let's challenge the conventional norms of healthcare and embark on a journey toward a healthier, more anchored life. I am your passionate companion in your pursuit of wellness. Let's elevate our health together!

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  • Creator
    Kacey Wallace
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Anchored to Wellness
  • Show Website
    Anchored to Wellness

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