#255. He Was Supposed to Die… But He Found the Real Cure

Beverly Spring shares her powerful journey from chronic migraines and type 2 diabetes to improved health through faith-centered wellness. She discovers how integrating spiritual practices with nutrition and movement transformed her life despite multiple health challenges and family caregiving responsibilities.• Beverly suffered from chronic migraines since childhood but went "chronic" in the early 2000s• She discovered many of her migraine triggers were foods she naturally disliked—her body's innate intelligence protecting her• Medication for high cholesterol likely contributed to her type 2 diabetes diagnosis• Through Fast to Faith, Beverly reduced her A1C from 6.4 to 6.0, moving from diabetes to pre-diabetes range• She developed flashcards with scripture to replace negative self-talk with biblical truth• Simple stretching routines have significantly improved her neck and shoulder pain• Beverly completed the Fast to Faith coaching program despite undergoing shoulder surgery and caring for her husband after his double bypass• God's perfect timing allowed her own healing to progress enough to help her husband through his recoveryNever give up on your health journey—start where you are, even when circumstances aren't perfect. God cannot steer a parked car, so get into "messy action" and let Him direct your path.Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

Debra Enos shares her powerful journey from anger to acceptance after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis despite living what she thought was a perfectly healthy lifestyle. This conversation reveals how unforgiveness and people-pleasing tendencies can create disease in the body even when we're doing everything else "right."• Debra, a certified nutritionist and health expert, was shocked by her breast cancer diagnosis in 2020• Initial anger at God for not "protecting" her despite her healthy lifestyle choices• Early environmental toxin exposure growing up on a farm created toxic burden• The hidden connection between unforgiveness, rumination, and physical disease• How people-pleasing creates chronic stress that can manifest as illness• Daily forgiveness practice as essential to physical and spiritual health• Shifting from people-pleasing to God-pleasing brings unexpected peace• Upcoming women's retreat in Montana focused on midlife reset and healing• The importance of changing your environment to change your health• Finding worthiness beyond performance or others' approvalJoin us in Montana for our women's retreat focused on midlife reset. Visit our website for more details on how to register for this transformative October event with limited spots available.Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

When Menopause Becomes Your Mission: Partnering with God for Midlife Renewal In this heartfelt episode, I open up about why menopause isn’t the end, but a powerful new beginning with God’s purpose at the center. I share how prayer, fasting, and Scripture meditation can help release healing hormones, balance your body, and break free from daily struggles.I dive into the spiritual battle we face with our fleshly desires and how inviting the Holy Spirit into every choice transforms your health and your mind. If you’ve ever felt stuck in shame, sugar cravings, or overwhelm during midlife, this episode will remind you that your best days are ahead—because God keeps His promises.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/0IGH_T2fNE4Chapters:0:00 - How Prayer Starts Healing Your Body 2:30 - God’s Plan for Menopause and Midlife Purpose 5:15 - Spiritual Warfare: Flesh vs. Spirit 8:00 - Science Confirms the Power of Prayer 12:30 - How to Partner with the Holy Spirit DailyIf this episode gave you hope, share it with a woman who needs healing and encouragement. 💛Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

You’re Not Broken—Your Brain’s Just Addicted: The Truth About Food, Cravings, and Control In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Glenn Livingston reveals how the food industry hacks your brain to keep you hooked—and why your cravings aren’t your fault. From years of consulting for Fortune 500 food companies to overcoming his own 300-pound binge eating struggle, Dr. Glenn explains the real neuroscience behind food addiction.We dive into how processed foods manipulate the “bliss point,” why emotional trauma isn’t the root cause of overeating, and the powerful brain-based method he used to take back control. If you’ve ever felt like you have no willpower or can’t stop eating junk, this episode will give you practical tools and hope. You’ll learn how to retrain your brain, silence the inner sabotage voice, and finally feel free around food.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/qHi32vsOmGkChapters: 0:00 - Food Addiction Isn’t About Willpower 6:54 - Why Junk Food Hijacks Your Brain 22:08 - Rewiring the Reptilian Brain (The “Inner Pig” Method) 34:13 - 7-11 Breathing and Writing to Break Cravings 41:18 - Free Tools to Stop Binge Eating for GoodIf this episode helped you feel less alone in your food journey, share it with someone who needs it. ❤️Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

From Disease to Divine Healing: A Doctor’s Radical Faith and Health Transformation In this powerful episode, Dr. Tabatha shares how years of battling burnout, back injuries, thyroid disease, IBS, and depression—while practicing as a conventional OB/GYN—led her to a breaking point. But that breaking point became her breakthrough.She opens up about the moment she turned to God, fasted unexpectedly, and discovered that true healing starts with renewing the mind and honoring the body as a temple. You’ll hear how she left surgery behind, embraced functional medicine, and developed the Faith IT Method—a spirit-led approach to healing that’s changing lives. If you’re tired of managing symptoms and ready to reclaim your health through faith and fasting, this episode is for you.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/fep3LKOrmDkChapters: 0:00 - My Health Crisis & Medical Misconceptions 3:28 - The Turning Point: A New Path to Healing 4:19 - Biblical Revelation: Your Body is a Temple 6:03 - Intermittent Fasting & Functional Medicine 10:49 - The Faith IT Method Explained 15:50 - Becoming the Healthy, Faith-Filled You 18:20 - Final Encouragement: God’s Plan for Your LifeIf this episode gave you hope, share it with a woman who’s ready to take her health back—with faith. 💛Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

In this candid episode, Dr. Tabatha opens up about her health journey—how ignoring her gut instincts and the warning signs of stress and poor diet led to a lifetime of autoimmune struggles. From teenage rebellion and traumatic pregnancy experiences to chronic back pain and thyroid disease, she shares how conventional medicine kept her stuck while her faith and functional medicine showed her a better way.Dr. Tabatha dives into the vital role of gut health, intuition, and hormone balance in healing chronic issues that doctors often overlook. She also reveals how stepping into her faith and truly listening to her body helped her overcome depression, Hashimoto’s disease, and a broken healthcare system. If you’ve been told your symptoms are just part of life, this episode will help you see there’s hope for real healing.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/1R_6SDYEDh0Chapters: 0:00 - My Gut Instincts and Early Health Warnings 3:00 - Rebellion, Pregnancy Trauma & the Beginning of Hashimoto’s 7:00 - Trusting Doctors vs. Listening to Intuition 14:00 - Discovering Functional Medicine & Root Cause Healing 20:00 - Healing Gut Health and Hormones Through Faith 26:00 - Putting My Health First and Helping Other Women HealIf this episode spoke to you, share it with a woman who needs hope and healing. 💛Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

When Your Stomach Stops Working: Healing Gastroparesis, Faith, and Finding Sisterhood In this soul-stirring episode, Angela shares her courageous journey from being dismissed by doctors to finding healing from gastroparesis—an all-too-common side effect of popular weight loss injections. Living in a remote area of Hawaii, she felt isolated, sick, and hopeless—until faith, functional wellness, and a powerful community transformed her life.We talk about messy Christianity, how God uses imperfect people to do His work, and the importance of showing up authentically—even when you’re still healing. Angela opens up about becoming a coach, why investing in herself changed everything, and how sisterhood gave her the strength to lead others. If you’ve ever felt unworthy of healing or ministry, this episode is your reminder that you were made for more.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/8YPDhORxTcEChapters: 0:00 - GLP-1 Drugs & The Hidden Side Effect No One Talks About 1:10 - Living With Gastroparesis in Isolation 3:32 - From Emergency Rooms to Desperation to Divine Nudge 9:17 - Messy Christianity & Feeling Unqualified for God’s Work 14:03 - Creating the Sisterhood We Wish Existed 20:00 - Saying Yes Before You’re Ready 26:15 - Hope for Women in Transition and Healing Through FaithIf this episode spoke to you, share it with a woman who’s ready to rise again. 💛Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

From Brain Tumor to Bold Faith: Karen’s Journey Through Surgery, Glioblastoma & God’s Grace In this moving episode of the Fast to Faith Podcast, Karen Bartram shares her unbelievable story—from a small limp and fine motor issues to a devastating diagnosis of a grade 4 glioblastoma. What began as a suspicion of a pinched nerve turned into an emergency room visit, brain surgery, and a life-changing faith journey.Karen walks us through her awake craniotomy, the moments of fear and surrender, and how years of prioritizing her health and spiritual growth prepared her for this unexpected battle. She opens up about combining conventional treatment with holistic healing, and the role prayer, perseverance, and community have played in her resilience. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in your pain, Karen’s story is proof He’s been preparing you all along.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/CxUuQizMeroChapters: 0:00 - From Certified Coach to Patient: A Shocking Diagnosis 3:28 - The Symptoms No One Expected 5:05 - The Brain Tumor Discovery & Emergency Hospital Stay 8:00 - Awake Brain Surgery: Faith in the Operating Room 13:00 - Grade 4 Glioblastoma & Finding Strength Through Faith 17:00 - Combining Conventional & Holistic Treatments 22:00 - Discerning God’s Plan When Doors Close 24:21 - Perseverance, Purpose, and the Book of JamesIf this episode gave you hope, share it with someone who needs a reminder that God always makes a way. 🙏Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

He Was Supposed to Die… But He Found the Real CureIn this eye-opening episode, I sat down with Dane Johnson—a board-certified nutritionist who nearly died from Crohn’s disease—to unpack what really causes gut issues, autoimmune flares, and chronic illness. After being wheelchair-bound and told surgery was his only option, Dane chose a different path: healing from the inside out.He shares how environmental toxins, stress, and even our everyday habits damage the gut—and why most diets and supplements won’t work until you address the root cause. We dive deep into faith, functional medicine, and the power of ownership in healing. If you’ve been told there’s no way out of your diagnosis, this episode might just change your life.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/ZvvE-WMAHsIChapters: 0:00 – Dane’s Life-Threatening Crohn’s Diagnosis 1:35 – Wheelchairs, Shame, and Rock Bottom 5:41 – Microplastics, Toxins & the Gut Connection 10:16 – Leaky Gut, Candida, and Autoimmune Triggers 15:16 – Why Most Gut Healing Diets Don’t Work 16:57 – Smart Supplement Strategy (Not Overload) 24:58 – Turning Pain Into Purpose & Healing 35:04 – Breaking Family Patterns of Chronic Illness 36:32 – Lifestyle Over Diets: Building Long-Term Health 42:37 – Healing Is a Choice (And a Faith Walk)Follow Dane on Instagram: 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/danejohnson1/?hl=enIf this episode gave you hope, share it with someone who’s been searching for answers. 💛Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.

When Money Feels Wrong: Breaking Free from Scarcity, Shame, and Generational Beliefs In this powerful episode, Rachel Wortman helps us tear down spiritual strongholds around money that keep so many Christian women stuck. From growing up with limiting beliefs to trying to live a life of poverty in the name of faith, Rachel shares how God completely rewrote her understanding of wealth—and how He wants to do the same for you.She unpacks how aligning your finances with the Word of God can release you into purpose, impact, and overflow. Whether you've battled guilt around wanting more or felt like abundance just isn't for you, this episode will challenge and inspire you to rethink what it means to be a godly steward of wealth.If you liked this episode, watch it on YouTube! 👉🏻 https://youtu.be/jTNJNbfprBAChapters: 0:00 - When Scarcity Feels Holy: The Money Lie We Believed 1:13 - Breaking Generational Curses Around Faith & Finances 5:17 - Rachel Wortman’s Awakening to Biblical Wealth 13:40 - What God Actually Says About Money 25:52 - How Christians Can Align Business & Kingdom Impact 38:04 - A Prayer for Freedom and AbundanceIf this episode stirred something in you, share it with a friend who’s ready to walk in financial freedom with faith.Visit her website: 👉🏼 https://rachelwortman.com/ Check out her Instagram: 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/rachelwortman/Women’s Wellness Retreat at The Meadows on Rock Creek in beautiful Montana! Four days of faith-based wellness, hormone balance, clean living tips, and pure restoration—plus hiking, yoga, horseback riding, and gourmet meals in luxury cabins. Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today and let’s do this together! https://themeadowsonrockcreek.com/special-events/womens-wellness-retreat/Thank you for listening to the Fast to Faith Podcast. Midlife Isn’t a Crisis — It’s Your Wake-Up Call Feeling stuck, restless, or like something's missing — even though you’ve checked all the boxes? It’s not “just hormones,” and it’s definitely not all in your head. The Midlife Reset Summit is here to help you uncover what’s really holding you back — and give you the tools to break free. Join me and a powerhouse lineup of experts as we pull back the curtain on the hidden patterns, beliefs, and pressures that keep midlife women playing small. It’s time to reclaim your energy, your clarity, and your confidence — and step fully into the next chapter with purpose. 🎟️ Save your free seat now: midliferesetsummit.com Let’s make this your boldest, brightest season yet. You don’t need permission to take your health seriously—and you don’t need to wait for another doctor to listen. You’re allowed to heal. You’re allowed to lead. And you are not alone anymore.