The WHEALTHY™ Life With Rena Esposito

PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) affacts more than 10% of women globally. Today on the WHEALTHY Life™ Dr. Lynn Wagner welcomes Dr. Sara Norris, ND, a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine specializing in women's health services, pediatrics, skin health, and digestive health. For women's health she is an expert in natural treatment options for endometriosis, PCOS, fertility, menopause and other hormonal health issues.   The two discuss issues that arise with PMOS and the importance of finding a provider that will fully understand your needs and treatment options.    Learn more or become a patient at Wagner Integrative Health in De Pere, WI: wagnerintegrativehealth.com 

Imagine spending years being told there's nothing wrong with you — normal labs, specialist after specialist, and the suggestion that maybe it's just stress. This episode is for the person who knows it's more than that. Dr. Lynn Wagner welcomes Dr. Angela McKaye, ND, a naturopathic physician and licensed acupuncturist who has joined Wagner Integrative Health. Dr. McKaye specializes in POTS, dysautonomia, hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, mast cell activation syndrome, chronic fatigue, and chronic pain — the tangled, hard-to-name conditions that leave so many patients exhausted and unheard. Having navigated her own difficult recovery, Dr. McKaye brings a rare combination of clinical depth and lived understanding. In this conversation, she explains why these conditions travel together, why they're missed for so long, and how an integrative, root-cause approach helps patients regain stability, energy, and quality of life. Learn more or become a patient at Wagner Integrative Health in De Pere, WI.  

In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Maiorana, RDN, IFNCP, a board-certified Integrative and Functional Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Gastrointestinal Nutritionist (CGN), Certified Culinary Nutrition Expert (CNE), and founder of Root Down Nutrition. Kyle's journey into functional nutrition began after a life-changing health crisis. As a former ICU dietitian, she followed conventional nutrition and medical recommendations until a severe bout of food poisoning triggered a cascade of health challenges. Despite experiencing digestive issues, food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, skin concerns, nutritional deficiencies, toxic exposures, and impaired detoxification pathways, she was repeatedly told that her symptoms had nothing to do with diet or lifestyle and that symptom management was her only option. Determined to find answers, Kyle turned to integrative and functional medicine. Through personalized testing, nutrition, and lifestyle interventions, she addressed the root causes of her symptoms and transformed her health. Today, she helps others do the same by cutting through the confusion surrounding nutrition, supplements, and functional testing. As a Certified Culinary Nutrition Expert, Kyle is passionate about making healthy eating both practical and enjoyable. Her philosophy is simple: You should never have to sacrifice great food for great health." In this conversation, we discuss: • The connection between gut health and overall wellness • Food sensitivities and digestive dysfunction • Functional nutrition testing and when it's helpful • Nutritional deficiencies and hormone balance • The role of lifestyle factors in chronic health concerns • How to navigate conflicting nutrition advice • Practical ways to improve your health without sacrificing the foods you love   Follow Kyle: 📍 Root Down Nutrition Website: https://www.rootdownnutrition.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com 📍 Root Down Nutrition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rootdownnutrition/   If you're overwhelmed by the endless stream of nutrition information and wondering what actually applies to you, this episode provides clarity, actionable insights, and a fresh perspective on achieving lasting health.

A few weeks ago, I was scrolling YouTube looking for something to listen to on my morning walk — and I came across a video of a young man walking through the snow, talking to the camera.   Within the first few moments, I was hooked.   He was saying something I'd spent years trying to articulate in my own practice — that people pour thousands of hours and thousands of dollars into supplements, protocols, and medical therapies, chasing the one thing that will finally make them feel whole. When in reality, true healing is found by returning to something much simpler: simplicity itself. Faith. Adherence to natural law.   That hit me. Because it's exactly what I discovered when I made the leap from emergency medicine to integrative health.   Early in my career, I did what I was trained to do — I put people on medications, referred them to surgery, intervened. Forced healing. And then slowly, through my own life and my integrative studies, I started seeing a much bigger, much more complete picture. True healing isn't something a doctor does to a patient. It's something a patient allows. And it's not purely physical — there is a mental and spiritual dimension to healing that isn't just important — it may be the most important part of all.   Liev has a phrase that stopped me cold when I first heard it: "The body cannot heal through force. The body must be allowed to heal." Simple. Obvious. And yet — almost everything in modern medicine, and even modern wellness, does the opposite.   Liev Dalton discovered the same truth by a completely different path. He walked away from a biochemistry degree and a future in dentistry. He walked away from a successful therapy practice. Because both systems kept hitting the same ceiling — treating the symptom, missing the person.   His platform, Beyond Terrain, is built on one core belief: that health is our natural state, and that the path back to it isn't more intervention — it's less noise, more nature, and a return to who we actually are.   I think you're going to love this conversation. Welcome, Liev.

Kerri Hunt didn't set out to become the internet's most calming voice. She was a homeschool mom of six, newly empty-nested, quietly wondering if her best days were behind her. She joined a life coach certification program—fully convinced she would never actually coach anyone. Then a friend shared her podcast with the world… and suddenly, 20,000 downloads followed. In this conversation, we cover a lot of ground. Almost none of it goes where you'd expect. We explore: Why the "thought download" is one of the most underrated tools for overwhelm—and how pen to paper can rival a therapy session The difference between coaching and counseling (one is archaeology, the other is architecture) What 24 years of homeschooling teaches about how people get stuck—and how they get unstuck • Why your purpose might already be in front of you—and the problem with waiting to be happy until you find it How your thoughts are literally showing—the science of energy, aura, and why even your dog senses tension What people are truly searching for (Kerri's two-word answer might be the most powerful moment of the episode)  Plus, Kerri reads a live passage from Theo of Golden that will stop you in your tracks. Kerri is warm, disarmingly honest, and genuinely fun. This is a conversation worth your full attention. Follow Kerri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrihuntcoaching/ Listen to her Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4KGxog5bJX8n5xUvP5h6QH

When her daughter was diagnosed with POTS, Jamie Vandenhouten became her fierce advocate - navigating a medical system that often falls short in supporting this complex condition. What began as a mother's mission to help her child regain strength grew into a passion for supporting others with dysautonomia. In this episode, Jamie shares her daughter's incredible journey from years in a wheelchair to walking, working, and thriving – and how that inspired her to create a comprehensive program at Full Circle Physical Therapy & Wellness. We talk about exercise, nutrition, lifestyle pillars, and the importance of community for patients who often feel unseen. An inspiring conversation about resilience, advocacy, and redefining what's possible in healing. Learn more about Jamie and work: https://fullcircleptw.com/staff/jamie-vandenhouten/ Learn more about the POTS and Dysautonomia program: https://fullcircleptw.com/services/pots-and-dysautonomia-management-program/

In this episode of The WHEALTHY™ Life, Dr. Wagner sits down with entrepreneur Nicole Lindquist, owner of Bona Fide Juicery. They discuss healthy eating, entrepreneurship, and more! Learn more about Bona Fide Juicery: https://www.bonafidejuicery.com/

In this powerful and practical conversation, Dr. Lynn Wagner sits down with board-certified Nurse Practitioner Tanya Jensen to demystify Lyme disease—from confusing symptoms to integrative treatment. With 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, over 4 years of experience at Wagner Integrative Health and advanced training through the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS), Tanya brings a compassionate, science-backed perspective to an illness that's often misunderstood. In this episode, you'll learn: What Lyme disease really is—and why many cases go undiagnosed Key differences between acute and chronic Lyme The role of co-infections and how they impact healing Why traditional testing often falls short, and what functional labs can reveal How WIH approaches Lyme treatment using both herbal and pharmaceutical strategies

In this episode, I'm joined by Rena Esposito, MPA, LMT, CMLDT – a gifted practitioner and founder of Whole Body Balancing. With advanced training in manual lymphatic drainage and craniosacral therapy, Rena supports everything from surgical preparation and post-op recovery to chronic pain, swelling and nervous system regulation –and so much more. and so much more. We explore: What the lymphatic system is and why it's essential for optimal health Who can benefit from lymphatic or craniosacral therapy Rena's inspiring journey from corporate  burnout in New York to a healing-centered life in Wisconsin Practical tools and insights to support your healing–even outside the treatment room.    Whether you're navigating inflammation, recovering from surgery or simply seeking greater balance, Rena's authentic approach and deep wisdom will leave you feeling both informed and inspired.    🌀 Learn more about Rena's work: Website: balancedwellnesssolutions.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WholeBodyBalancingByRena/

In this powerful and insightful episode of The Whealthy Life, I sit down with Eliza Andrews, an experienced physical therapist and founder of Inspirit Therapy Associates, to explore a truly integrative approach to healing. With over 30 years in the field and a specialty in pelvic health, Eliza shares how her practice goes beyond traditional physical therapy—incorporating nervous system regulation, trauma-informed care, visceral manipulation, integrative dry needling, craniosacral therapy, and more. We discuss why pain isn't always structural, how emotional and neurological patterns contribute to physical symptoms, and why addressing the nervous system is essential for lasting healing. From helping patients improve sleep, digestion, and libido to teaching nervous system "homework" like breathwork and vagus nerve activation, Eliza's work offers a deeply personalized path to whole-body recovery. Whether you're a practitioner, a patient, or someone curious about the connection between trauma, stress, and chronic pain—this episode will change how you think about healing. Learn more about Eliza and work with her practice: https://inspiritpt.com/ View the products mentioned: https://inspiritpt.com/amazon-affiliates/