Spark Faith Podcast

Dr Kris Sargent
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Welcome to Spark Faith, where faith, physiology, and real life come together.   I’m Dr. Kris Sargent, and after more than 34 years in functional medicine, I’ve learned that caring for your health isn’t about chasing perfection, following extremes, or constantly trying to “do better.” It’s about understanding the body God gave you—and learning how to care for it in the season of life you’re actually living.   On Spark Faith, I help Christian women understand what’s happening in their bodies and make informed, practical choices around metabolism, hormones, nutrition, stress, sleep, movement, strength, gut health, and nervous-system regulation.   Because your body changes. Your life changes. And what worked for you before may not work for you now. Together, we’ll talk about what’s happening, why it matters, and what you can do about it—so you can learn to pay attention, adjust when needed, and keep moving forward instead of constantly starting over.   This is Living F.R.E.S.H. Foundation • Regulation • Energy • Strength • Health   I believe health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Renewed Health. Rooted in Truth. Restored by Grace.

  1. 6h ago

    Why You’re Not Broken: The Foundation for Lasting Health

    I believe most people don’t struggle with their health because they lack discipline. Often, chronic stress, shame, and the pressure to do everything right get in the way of healing. In this first episode of the Living F.R.E.S.H. series, I’m exploring how self-pressure and fear affect the nervous system and why feeling safe, not simply trying harder, is an important starting point for change. Together, we’ll look at how a grace-centered approach can support our physical health while restoring hope and helping us build sustainable, whole-body health—without shame or guilt.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  2. 3d ago

    Why Cant I Think Straight Anymore

    Ever feel like your brain just isn't working the way it used to? You forget words, lose your train of thought, or struggle to concentrate. But does that mean your brain is failing? In this episode of Spark Faith, I’m exploring the connection between menopause, brain fog, and cognitive health. We’ll look at why thinking can feel harder even when your actual cognitive ability remains intact, and how sleep, stress, hormones, mood, and nutritional deficiencies may all play a role. I want to help you stop assuming the worst, recognize patterns, and ask better questions so you can make informed decisions about your brain health. Feeling less mentally sharp doesn't necessarily mean you're becoming less capable. Let's understand what's happening without fear, guilt, or shame—and learn to care for our changing bodies with wisdom and grace.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  3. 5d ago

    What to Do When Motivation Fades

    Motivation fades for all of us—but what we choose to do next matters. In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m talking about what happens when the excitement wears off, the work feels heavy, and perseverance becomes difficult. Maybe you’re tempted to quit, pushing through exhaustion, or just getting started and already feeling discouraged. Through three short, focused segments and encouragement rooted in Scripture, I’ll share a grace-filled perspective on perseverance, weariness, and starting again—without shame or the pressure to have it all figured out. If you’re tired, discouraged, or wondering whether it’s worth continuing, I want to remind you that you can begin again with grace, take the next step with faith, and keep moving forward even when motivation fades.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  4. Oct 27

    Thyroid or Adrenals? The Real Reason You’re So Tired

    Chronic fatigue is one of the most common struggles I hear about, especially among women after the holidays. But what if your thyroid isn’t the whole story? In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring how chronic stress and disrupted cortisol rhythms may affect thyroid function and leave you feeling exhausted—even when your lab results appear normal. We’ll look at patterns that may contribute to persistent fatigue, why January “resets” can backfire, and why rest and nourishment are essential parts of supporting your body. God designed your body to restore, not to live in survival mode. Let’s move away from pushing harder and start listening to what our bodies need, with wisdom, grace, and without shame. Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  5. Oct 24

    Hello, 3 A.M. My Old Friend…

    It’s 3:07 a.m. You’re awake again, and suddenly your brain decides it’s time to think about everything you need to do tomorrow. Sound familiar? In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring why waking up in the middle of the night becomes more common for some women in midlife. We’ll look at what happens during sleep and how daytime habits, changing hormones, and your nervous system can influence your ability to stay asleep. I’ll also discuss an often-overlooked cause of disrupted sleep in women: sleep apnea. Waking up at 3 a.m. isn’t a diagnosis. It’s an observation—and an opportunity to understand your body a little better. Let’s move beyond assumptions, ask better questions, and explore what might really be affecting your sleep.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  6. Oct 22

    Why Calorie Counting Backfires After 40

    Calorie counting may work in the short term, but for many women over 40, constant restriction can lead to stress, frustration, and a difficult relationship with food. In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring why restriction can backfire and why supporting your metabolism requires more than simply eating less. You were never meant to fight your body. Healing begins with understanding what your body needs and making informed choices rooted in grace, not guilt or shame.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  7. Oct 20

    The Physiology of Forgiveness: Your Body Feels What Your Heart Carries

    Forgiveness can free more than your soul—it can change how you experience stress in your body, too. In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring how emotional pain, resentment, and old wounds can keep us stuck in chronic stress and affect our overall well-being, from inflammation and digestion to hormones, energy, and immune function. I’ll bring together functional medicine, neuroscience, and Scripture to unpack the connection between bitterness, the nervous system, and the process of letting go. I’ll also share a practical five-step framework for forgiveness that helps you release the debt without excusing harmful behavior or forcing reconciliation. Forgiveness doesn’t mean pretending the hurt never happened. It means choosing a path toward freedom, peace, and healing.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

  8. Oct 17

    Is It Perimenopause—or Something Else?

    What if hormones aren’t the whole story? Fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, weight gain, and sleepless nights are often blamed on perimenopause. But what if something else is happening, too? In this episode of Living F.R.E.S.H., I’m exploring how perimenopause can overlap with thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, sleep apnea, and metabolic changes. Sometimes one condition contributes to another, and sometimes multiple things are happening at once. I want to help you recognize patterns, ask better questions, and become an informed participant in your healthcare—without fear, guilt, or shame. You deserve to understand what’s happening in your body rather than assume every symptom is simply part of midlife.   Let’s Stay Connected! Want to keep learning how faith, physiology, and real life come together? Join me in taking small, grace-filled steps toward renewed health.   Explore more: Dr. Kris Sargent Join the community: Living F.R.E.S.H. Collective Follow along: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube   Health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Let’s walk it together!

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Welcome to Spark Faith, where faith, physiology, and real life come together.   I’m Dr. Kris Sargent, and after more than 34 years in functional medicine, I’ve learned that caring for your health isn’t about chasing perfection, following extremes, or constantly trying to “do better.” It’s about understanding the body God gave you—and learning how to care for it in the season of life you’re actually living.   On Spark Faith, I help Christian women understand what’s happening in their bodies and make informed, practical choices around metabolism, hormones, nutrition, stress, sleep, movement, strength, gut health, and nervous-system regulation.   Because your body changes. Your life changes. And what worked for you before may not work for you now. Together, we’ll talk about what’s happening, why it matters, and what you can do about it—so you can learn to pay attention, adjust when needed, and keep moving forward instead of constantly starting over.   This is Living F.R.E.S.H. Foundation • Regulation • Energy • Strength • Health   I believe health isn’t a destination. It’s a direction. Renewed Health. Rooted in Truth. Restored by Grace.

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  • Creator
    Dr Kris Sargent
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dr Kris Sargent
  • Show Website
    Spark Faith Podcast