Thriving After 40: Holistic Health with Barbara

Your Health Is In Your Hands: Natural Wellness with Dr. Joy

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Joy Ostroff — Naturopathic Physician, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, author, and founder of the Center for Natural Healing Hawaii.With decades of experience in holistic medicine, Dr. Joy shares her wisdom on natural healing for the mind, body, and soul, emotional well-being, hormonal balance, nutrition, children’s health, and the powerful connection between lifestyle and long-term wellness.We explore how ancient healing traditions and modern holistic approaches can empower people to take their health into their own hands and create vibrant well-being naturally.This episode is filled with valuable insights for anyone interested in: ✨ Holistic health✨ Emotional wellness✨ Natural medicine✨ Hormonal balance✨ Family wellness✨ Nutrition & lifestyle healing✨ Mind-body connection✨ Natural approaches to optimal healthA beautiful and empowering conversation you won’t want to miss. 📌Connect with Barbara: LinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifedietFitness & Health: Nutrition & Wellness \ Online Coaching with Barbara: https://www.barbarakarafokas.com/store/p168/FitandNourishBasicsOnlineCoachingProgram.html Resona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraK

Inflammation, Menopause & Healing After 45

Chronic inflammation is at the root of so many health issues — from joint pain and fatigue to autoimmune conditions and gut imbalances. But what if the foods you’ve been told to avoid could actually heal you based on your unique body type?In this powerful episode, I welcome back Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code (Hay House). She shares how blending Ayurvedic wisdom with modern medicine can help you uncover your Elemental Design and identify the 5–7 unique inflammation triggers that are holding you back from vibrant health.✨ You’ll learn:Why “one-size-fits-all” anti-inflammatory diets don’t workHow to discover your Elemental Design and personalize your healingThe surprising foods that may harm one person but heal anotherSimple, everyday steps to reduce inflammation and reclaim your energyHow Ayurveda + modern science create lasting health transformation🎧 If you’re tired of fad diets, endless restrictions, or struggling with chronic symptoms — this conversation will give you the tools to take back control of your health.💌 Want more holistic support? Explore my Wellness Packages designed to help women balance hormones, improve digestion, and feel confident in their bodies: https://www.barbarakarafokas.com/wellness-packages.html📌Connect with Barbara: LinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifedietResona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraK https://resona.health/2025/11/05/unlock-calm-and-balance-with-the-vagus-nerve-protocol-on-the-vibe/?ap_id=BarbaraKFusionary Formulas: https://fusionaryformulas.com?sca_ref=9881772.cJFdV50fN2x2w Fusionary Formulas: Coupon Code: BARBARAK📌Connect with Dr. Shivani GuptaAuthor, "The Inflammation Code" (Hay House)IG: @dr.shivaniguptawww.shivanigupta.com

From Prison to Purpose: Healing Trauma and Rewriting Your Story with Ranae Van Roekel

In this deeply moving episode, Barbara Karafokas sits down with Ranae Van Roekel, founder of Connecting to Cope, to explore her powerful journey from incarceration to inner healing and purpose. Once labeled a felon, Ranae’s story is not one of shame — but of transformation. After serving 36 months in federal prison, she faced the trauma she had long buried and began the journey of rebuilding her life from the inside out. Together, Barbara and Ranae discuss: 🌱 How unresolved trauma can shape our choices — and how healing can set us free 💫 Why choices are a privilege, and how reclaiming them can change everything 💗 What self-care really means in the process of emotional recovery 🌸 How to set and honor healthy boundaries ☀️ The difference between surviving and truly living with joy 🤝 Why meeting people where they are is the foundation of empathy and growth Ranae’s message is one of hope, forgiveness, and human resilience. Whether you’re navigating your own healing journey or supporting someone through theirs, this conversation will remind you that transformation is always possible — no matter your past. 🎧 Listen now to discover how trauma, when faced with courage, can become the gateway to purpose and compassion. 📌Connect with Barbara: Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/barbara-holistic-nutritionist/Barbara.Karafokas/ Website: www.barbarakarafokas.com LinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifediet Resona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraK 📌Connect with Ranae: https://connectingtocope.com/

Forró Dance: Joy, Connection & Wellbeing with Jules Francis

Discover the magic of Forró, Brazil’s soulful partner dance, with health and wellness expert Jules Francis. Together with her Brazilian partner, Jules has created a vibrant Forró community in Brighton — a place where people connect, move, and find pure joy.In this episode, Jules shares how Forró goes far beyond dance:✨ It reduces stress and loneliness✨ Strengthens body confidence and joy in movement✨ Brings cultures together through rhythm and connection✨ Offers a fun and accessible way to stay activeWe also talk about the upcoming Forró Festival in Brighton this July, inviting everyone to experience the life-enhancing power of this beautiful tradition.If you’re looking for a fresh, joyful approach to movement and wellbeing, this episode will inspire you to take your first step into Forró.📌Connect with Barbara: Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/bar... [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3hrbnljb1ZyRHdFZXZNSjRodHR5VURUaHhuZ3xBQ3Jtc0tseXRwQTRYUFB6Ml9ZOHJjSGR1RE9Nem84WG1IRGhjcHZabUd5WTc5LVJsMjUxc3RfaHBXMHRycXhsVVV4cDhTUjBvSUR2NWkxa25nYWF4QVZuV21ydlNoRzhCaHVxZGwzMjZ2YVE2MEUxSWlNd3oxZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.trainerize.me%2Fprofile%2Fbarbara-holistic-nutritionist%2FBarbara.Karafokas%2F&v=3lOYm-jI60w]Website: www.barbarakarafokas.comResona Health: https://resona.health?ap_id=BarbaraK [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqay1qejhyX3ZkY1o3Q0hCem0yalRBVXJrcUJDUXxBQ3Jtc0tuNlV5YXUxSDRrelp5SFQ2SFdhWXlSNkd4VEd0UmlMeS15OHpVWHpfN3pvREhhME5vTXNtNHVPb1lHRUdWalBmX1U5MjBidWNTTUM5NENwWG1TRVNyYTVZZ0JhSE5fQjgxVHZFd1Q1d1dWZEM2QklJZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fresona.health%2F%3Fap_id%3DBarbaraK&v=3lOYm-jI60w]LinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifediet📌 Connect with Jules: www.forrobythesea.co.uk

From Burnout to Balance: Holistic Strategies with Sonya Janisse.

Are you running on empty, saying “yes” to everyone else, and leaving yourself last on the list? In this empowering episode, I sit down with Sonya Janisse, Holistic Health Coach and podcast host, who has nearly 20 years of experience helping people move from exhaustion and overwhelm to clarity, resilience, and thriving energy.We dive into:✨ The silent signs of burnout—and how to catch them early✨ What true workplace wellness looks like (beyond fruit baskets and yoga classes)✨ The secret to creating habits that actually last✨ Building emotional resilience to bounce back stronger✨ Why financial wellness is a powerful pillar of overall health✨ How to break free from the “Yes Woman” syndrome and reclaim your boundariesIf you’re a busy woman who’s ready to stop surviving and start thriving, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and holistic insights to help you get there.💡 As a Holistic Nutritionist, I also share how food, lifestyle, and mindset work together to restore energy, balance hormones, and support long-term vitality.👉 Tune in and discover how to move from burnout to balance—so you can live with energy, clarity, and purpose.📌Connect with Barbara: Online Coaching: https://www.trainerize.me/profile/barbara-holistic-nutritionist/Barbara.Karafokas/Website: www.barbarakarafokas.comLinkedIn: / barbara-karafokas-03ab0932 X: @ themedlifediet📌 Connect with Sonya: https://linktr.ee/sonyajanisse