Up Your Total Glow

What if the reason your body feels depleted has nothing to do with what you're eating, how much you're sleeping, or how hard you're trying — and everything to do with your capacity to receive?

In this episode, Ruth explores one of the most overlooked foundations of glowing health: the ability to let nourishment actually in. Not just food, but rest, kindness, help, warmth, and support — the things that restore us when we allow them to land.

If you've ever deflected a compliment before it could reach you, lain down to rest while your mind kept runn...

Feeling disconnected from your body, your energy, or your intuition?

This episode will help you understand why—and how to start trusting your body again.

Your body has been speaking to you—but stress, burnout, and modern life often teach you to override its signals.

If you’re feeling disconnected from your body, struggling with anxiety, fatigue, emotional eating, or unsure how to trust your intuition, this episode will help you understand why—and how to reconnect.

Using simple Ayurvedic principles, we explore how to rebuild trust with your body and start li...

What if you had more control over your health than you’ve ever been told?

In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Ann Hester — a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine (a distinction held by fewer than 1% of doctors worldwide), with over 30 years of clinical experience.

Dr. Hester is the Founder & CEO of Inspire Health, author of Patient Empowerment 101, and a passionate advocate for prevention, health literacy, and helping people take back ownership of their well-being.

Together, we explore:
✨ why so many people feel ove...

Eating healthy but still not feeling nourished? This episode explores the deeper Ayurvedic truth: it’s not just about food — it’s about absorption and your relationship with yourself.

Discover:
✨ why “perfect eating” can still feel off
 ✨ how your relationship with food mirrors your relationship with yourself
 ✨ what blocks true nourishment
 ✨ simple ways to eat for better digestion and energy

Includes a short guided reset to support digestion and receiving.

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Feeling a little off, unsettled, or not fully like yourself? This Easter-inspired episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect, and return to your inner balance.

Through personal stories and lived experience, I guide you through the 5 natural phases of coming back to yourself:

✨ Re-Awakening
✨ Re-Nourishing
✨ Regulating
✨ Releasing
✨ Re-Embodying

Plus, enjoy a short visualisation and a simple 5-minute practice to help you feel more grounded, calm, and connected.

You don’t need to fix yourself — you simply need to come back to yourself.

Do you ever feel slightly out of sync — low energy, foggy, or just not quite yourself — even though everything seems “fine”?

In Ayurveda, this may be linked to Ama — a build-up of undigested food, emotions, and daily experiences.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• what Ama really is (in simple, relatable language)
 • how modern life and constant input create internal overload
 • subtle signs your body is asking for support
 • the connection between digestion, presence, and wellbeing
 • gentle, realistic ways to support your body and mind

This episode is a warm and...

Cravings are often misunderstood as a lack of willpower. But Ayurveda sees cravings as powerful messages from the body connected to digestion, nervous system balance, and emotional well-being.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• how digestive fire (Agni) influences cravings
 • why stress and overwhelm increase food cravings
 • the difference between energy cravings, nervous system cravings, and emotional cravings
 • how Vata, Pitta, and Kapha influence the foods we crave
 • simple ways to stabilise digestion and reduce cravings naturally

If you’ve ever wondered why your body suddenly wants sugar, salty snacks, or comfort...

In today’s fast-paced world — with constant notifications, information overload, and global uncertainty — many of us feel mentally overstimulated and emotionally exhausted.

In this episode, we explore overwhelm through the lens of Ayurveda and the nervous system.

You’ll learn:

• Why modern life massively increases Vata energy
 • How global stress and uncertainty can affect your nervous system
 • The connection between overwhelm and weak or overloaded Agni
 • Why slowing down actually improves clarity and resilience
 • A simple daily practice to calm your nervous system

If you’ve been feeling scattered, tired...

Have you ever tried a strict diet, cleanse, or food reset — only to end up back where you started?

In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience with extreme dieting during my modelling years and how it impacted my digestion, hormones, and relationship with food.

Through the lens of Ayurveda, we explore:

✨ How restrictive diets aggravate Vata, Pitta, and Kapha
 ✨ Why extreme dieting weakens digestive fire (Agni)
 ✨ The connection between nervous system regulation and food obsession
 ✨ Why metabolism slows after harsh restriction
 ✨ The difference between punishment and true reset

What if food wasn’t just fuel… but living energy?

In this deeply inspiring and practical conversation, I sit down with Karen “ZuZu” Ziemer Armes — a woman whose personal healing journey from epilepsy, scoliosis, and arthritis led her to dedicate her life to helping others reclaim their health.

Together, we explore:
✨ The healing power of live, whole foods
 ✨ Why food is so much more than what’s on your plate
 ✨ The connection between nourishment, faith, and community
 ✨ How small, consistent steps create profound transformation
 ✨ Why healing doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelmi...

Love isn’t just emotional — it’s physiological.

In this rich and empowering episode, I explore love, attachment patterns, nervous system regulation, and digestion through the lens of Ayurveda and psychology.

You’ll learn:
✨ How Vata, Pitta, and Kapha influence relationship dynamics
 ✨ The connection between digestive fire (Agni) and emotional resilience
 ✨ Why weak digestion can show up as emotional avoidance or reactivity
 ✨ How your relationship with yourself mirrors your relationships with others
 ✨ One simple practice to strengthen inner balance and clarity in love

If you’re reflecting on relationships, emotional...

What if the emotional patterns shaping your relationships, confidence, and life choices didn’t start with you — but with experiences you never fully processed?

In this powerful and deeply human conversation, I sit down with Deepak Chari — co-founder of the Chari Center of Health and creator of the Life Transformation Technology™ Program — to explore how emotional blocks form, how they quietly influence our lives, and how we can gently release them.

Deepak’s work isn’t just technical — it’s personal.
 After experiencing bullying throughout much of his life, he became deeply curious about the invisible emoti...

Food is never just about calories — it’s deeply connected to our emotions, nervous system, and energy levels.

In this episode, I explore food, mood, and energy through the lens of Ayurveda and share how emotional balance begins with understanding — not restriction.

You’ll learn:
✨ how emotions influence digestion and cravings
 ✨ why emotional eating isn’t a failure
 ✨ how Ayurveda views food as emotional nourishment
 ✨ one simple practice to eat with more awareness and balance

This episode is perfect if you’re feeling “off” around food, energy, or mood — and want a gentler, more intu...

In this gentle and empowering episode, I explore emotional balance through the lens of Ayurveda — and why feelings don’t need fixing, only understanding.

This episode is for you if:
✨ you feel overwhelmed by emotions
 ✨ you try to “fix” how you feel
 ✨ you want a compassionate approach to emotional health

You’ll learn:
 • how Ayurveda views emotions and the doshas
 • why emotional awareness is healing
 • a powerful coaching reframe
 • one simple practice to soften emotional intensity

If you feel called to support your emotional balance in a grounded, loving way, you ca...

 In this gentle and empowering episode, I share how to stay balanced with Ayurveda — even when life feels busy, full, and imperfect.

This episode is for you if you love holistic living but feel overwhelmed by routines, rituals, or unrealistic expectations.

You’ll learn:
✨ why Ayurveda was designed for real life
 ✨ how to find balance without adding more to your plate
 ✨ one powerful coaching question to reduce pressure
 ✨ a simple daily anchor that supports your nervous system
 ✨ how small Ayurvedic shifts create big changes

If you feel called to expl...

In this gentle and uplifting episode, I guide you through a simple Ayurvedic post-holiday reset — perfect for restoring your digestion, energy, and inner balance after the festive season.
 Whether you’re in summer here in Australia or deep in winter in Europe or the US, this reset is tailored to your season and your dosha.

You’ll learn:
✨ why holiday rhythms imbalance Vata, Pitta, and Kapha
 ✨ how to reset your digestion gently
 ✨ simple meals that help your body recover
 ✨ how to re-hydrate deeply
 ✨ the one rhythm that anchors everything
 ✨ and a powerful coaching ques...

In this warm and uplifting New Year episode, I guide you through beginning the year the Ayurvedic way — by honouring the season you’re actually living in.
 Whether you’re in winter in the Northern Hemisphere or summer with me here in Australia, this episode will help you start gently, wisely, and in harmony with your body.

You’ll hear personal stories, humour, and powerful coaching reflections as we explore:
✨ why the season matters more than the calendar
 ✨ how to set intentions based on how you want to feel
✨ two simple, grounding New Year practices

These soft, blurry days between Christmas and New Year are actually one of the most healing times of the entire year — and Ayurveda loves them.
 In this cosy and grounding episode, I guide you through a gentle reflection ritual that helps you digest the year, release emotional clutter, celebrate what you’ve done well, and transition into the New Year without pressure or overwhelm.

You’ll learn:
 • why this Vata-Kapha window is perfect for rest + reflection
 • how to let go gently (no dramatic rituals required)
 • one powerful coaching moment to honour your resilience
 • the tinie...

In this heartfelt Christmas episode, I offer gentle Ayurvedic guidance for navigating one of the most emotionally charged times of the year.
 Whether you’re feeling lonely, overwhelmed, triggered by family dynamics, grieving, overstimulated or simply tender-hearted — this episode is here to hold you with warmth, compassion and a soft touch of humour.

We explore:
 • why emotions intensify at Christmas
 • how your doshas influence your reactions
 • simple boundaries that protect your energy
 • how to soothe loneliness, stress and overstimulation
 • how to support grief or old family patterns with love
 • one small, powerful action...

In this episode, we explore the magic of the evening rhythm — why Ayurveda places so much importance on how we end the day, and how a nurturing nightly routine can transform your sleep, stress levels, and inner balance.

I share a few cosy personal stories (including my once “too-short evening problem,” evenings with my hubby, dog, and occasionally our highness the cat), and why evenings have become sacred for me — especially since having children.

You’ll learn practical Ayurvedic evening rituals, simple nervous-system-soothing habits, and small steps you can take tonight to rest deeply and...

In this warm and gently humorous pre-Christmas episode, I guide you through three of the most common holiday challenges: overwhelm, stress, and overeating.
 If you feel scattered, tired, emotional, pulled in a thousand directions, or suddenly craving every sweet thing in existence — you are not alone, and nothing is wrong with you. You’re simply human… and it’s December.

Through compassionate Ayurvedic wisdom, relatable real-life stories and one or two laugh-with-me moments, I show you how Vata, Pitta and Kapha influence your holiday behaviour — and what small, doable steps help you regain calm, clarity and comfort.

In this episode, we explore the foundational Ayurvedic principle of healing through opposites — a simple and powerful way to bring balance back into your body, mind, and emotions.

You’ll learn how to recognise the early signs of imbalance (before they become bigger issues) and how to gently rebalance Vata, Pitta, and Kapha using practical day-to-day adjustments.
 I share relatable personal stories, soft humour, and client experiences to help you understand how this ancient wisdom fits beautifully into modern life.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to respond...

In this episode, I guide you through a gentle yet transformative introduction to the three Ayurvedic doshas — Vata, Pitta, and Kapha — the unique energies that shape your body, mind, emotions, and daily tendencies.
You’ll hear personal stories, client examples, and loving humour as I help you understand how these energies show up in real life — in your digestion, mood, energy, and even your habits.

We explore what each dosha looks like in balance and out of balance, so you can begin to recognise your own patterns with compassion instead of self...

In this episode, I share how I went from seeing routines as boring and restrictive to realizing that rhythm is true freedom. Through my own Ayurvedic journey, I discovered that aligning with nature’s cycles brings more energy, clarity, and calm than any amount of “doing more” ever could.

I’ll walk you through what Dinacharya—Ayurveda’s daily rhythm—really means and how small, gentle shifts can completely transform your day. You’ll also hear some real-life stories, a few laughs, and my favourite simple practices to help you feel grounded and glowing again.

✨ You’ll learn:

Episode 1 – Coming Home to My Natural Rhythms (Welcome Back Episode)

After a little pause, Up Your Total Glow is back — and more aligned than ever. In this episode, I’m sharing what led me to slow down, refocus, and realign my work and life with the beautiful wisdom of Ayurveda.

I open up about my own Vata–Pitta tendencies (yes, the part of me that wants to do all the things at once!) and how honoring my natural rhythms became an act of deep self-care and integrity. I also gently introduce the Ayurvedic doshas —...

In this interview, I am speaking with the wonderful Sarah Wilson. Sarah is a Podcaster and Wellness Coach and, on a mission, to empower other mums to prioritize their own self-care. Sarah shares with us how she suffered a heart attach at age 42 and had to learn the hard way why we must make self-care a priority if we are serious about our own health and vitality. Sarah’s story is raw, unfiltered and reflective of life’s inherent messiness. If you are ready to embrace life’s chaos and find beauty in self-discovery, then this episode is a must-l...

In this episode, I am speaking with the amazing Lea Dombrowski. Lea is a Holistic Health Coach and Nutritionist who specializes in gut health, hormone balance, fitness and functional medicine. Lea is on a mission to help women heal from things like bloating and acne naturally so they can finally find strength and confidence in their bodies. She uses nutrition, fitness, lifestyle changes and functional medicine for a holistic approach that addresses the person a whole. This interview is a must-listen for you, if you are looking to feel seen, heard and supported on your health journey to uncover...

In this episode, I am speaking with the brilliant Duncan Bhaskaran Brown. Duncan is a Speaker, Author, and Morris Dancer and is obsessed with spreading awareness around alcohol abuse and addiction. Duncan is on a mission to empower you and anyone around you to break free from the bondages of alcohol and live an empowered, healthy, happy, fulfilled and joyful life. 

In this very beautiful interview, among many other things Duncan shares with us his own journey and how he went from drinking, smoking and eating junk food to feeling energized, having focus, feeling inner peace and e...

In this beautiful interview, I am speaking with the wonderful Gao Motsemme. Gao is a Freedom Illuminator and Embodiment Queen who has helped many women and men who felt lost, exhausted and did not know what to do, who they are or where to start to break free from generational toxic relationships and rapidly rebuild and awaken confidence and pleasure. 

Gao has the unique ability to tune into your energetic fields, scan and work on the patterns that interfere with your freedom and success. 

Gao speaks about her personal journey of freeing herself from the ch...

In this week’s episode, I am speaking with the absolutely brilliant Sylvain Mancuso. Sylvain is a physiotherapist, osteopath and director of the Mancuso Clinic. Sylvain’s journey into holistic health led him to intertwine mindset, brain health, nutrition and exercise science into his practice. Realizing the integral connections between mental well-being and physical health, he began advocating for a balanced lifestyle. In this interview he shares what led him to choose a holistic path to empower his clients and himself. He speaks about success stories and how this approach has changed his clients lives from surviving to thriving. Amon...

In this episode, I am speaking with the absolutely awesome Logan Hufford. Logan  is a Thought Leader who walks his talk - plus he is an incredibly wonderful human being and role model to his children and others who are serious about breaking free from the chains of addiction to porn. 

In this very empowering interview, Logan shares with us his journey with porn addiction, how he actively destroyed his life and hurt the people he loves the most and how he freed himself from this destructive cycle of addiction. If you are struggling with any from of...

In this interview, I am speaking with the amazing Tom Paladino. Tom is a Scalar Light Researcher with over 25 years of experience developing transformative healing technologies using Scalar Light. Inspired by Nicola Tesla, Tom discovered an energy beyond the electromagnetic spectrum and harnessed it to create Scalar Light instruments. These instruments can identify and negate pathogens, balance brain waves, and harmonize chakras, offering profound benefits for mind, body and soul. This is a beautiful interview in which among many other things, Tom shares with us how Scalar Light can improve emotional and physical wellbeing; what issues scalar light addresses...

In this episode, I am speaking with the incredible Matthieu Mehuys. Matthieu is an upcoming award-winning author and passionate landscape architect. In this beautiful interview, he shares his journey from a family farm in Belgium to regenerative farm practices that has led him to believe that landscape architecture can indeed change the world. Matthieu is on a mission to empower individuals to create spaces that foster biodiversity, restore ecosystems and reverse climate change. As if this wasn’t amazing enough, Matthieu will also share with us how creating the garden of your dream will boost your own health and we...

In this episode, I am speaking with the wonderful Marina Pearson. Marina is a bestselling author and speaker. Marina is very passionate about helping you to live the life you were designed for and break free from codependency and people-pleasing tendencies. This interview is a must-listen for everyone who wants to live their bestm most abundant life and experience thriving relationships with self and others. Please enjoy!

Links:
Website: https://www.marinapearson.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marinacpearson

If you are keen to explore with me how you...

In this week’s episode, I am speaking with the absolutely brilliant Dr. Robert Thompson. Dr. Thompson is an Integrative Medicine and Oncology Doctor and he is passionate about exposing the “lies” and misinformation that are perpetuated by healthcare professionals. 

Among many other things, Dr. Robert Thompson shares with us why potassium is the most important mineral in our physiology, why almost all vitamin C supplements are harmful, why the Ferritin level is the most important of all blood tests and why 90% of the time a low salt diet is actually harmful. 

This interview is a must-l...

In this week’s episode, I am speaking with the absolutely beautiful Lisa Sugarman. Lisa is a renowned published author, columnist, storyteller, counselor, mental health advocate and amazing woman. She believes that there is strength and healing found within our shared experiences, which is why she is committed to sharing her story of life after loss. In this interview, Lisa shares of course her own story with us, she speaks about why it is ok to not be okay. She talks about how to help someone who is suicidal, why it is important to sit in your grief and wh...

In this episode, I am speaking with the wonderful Shelley Loving. Shelley is a Certified Nutrition Chef who is passionate about teaching others how to cook a little healthier. In this beautiful interview, Shelley shares how after her husband’s massive heart attack, she became immediately passionate about learning to eat healthier. Shelley speaks about inflammatory and anti-inflammatory foods, about enjoying healthy eating, and making little changes with huge effects. What I love most about Shelley is that she speaks to the everyday person. If you would like to uplift your health with food without sacrificing enjoyment or over-complicating th...

In this episode, I am speaking with Kalyani Hauswirth-Jain, who is a Master Yoga Teacher Trainer. Kalyani shares with us how to practice yoga off the mat, she speaks about the importance of our body, mind, connection. We speak about self-care, our nervous system and why self-regulation when practiced with a certain mindset can change your life. This interview, is a must-listen for you if you are looking to bring your yoga training to the next level.

Links:
Website: www.arhantayoga.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arhantayogaashram/
YouTube: https://www.youtube...

In today’s episode I am speaking with the absolutely brilliant and totally amazing Dr Yug Varma. Dr Yug is a Skin Microbiome Expert, co-founder and CEO of Phyla, the world’s most advanced probiotic acne system. In this very empowering interview, Dr Yug shares with us what the microbiome reveals about acne; he speaks about our different skin microbiomes all over our body, and what truly causes acne. Dr Yug is full of wisdom and he has the amazing gift of unpacking science in very simple terms. He educates and mis-busts and does so from a holistic perspective with...

In this episode I am speaking with the amazing Dr Eddie O’Connor who is the go-to expert in peak performance, professional speaker, author and sport psychologist. Eddie is on a mission to help you to break through your barriers and reach your highest potential. In this interview, Eddie speaks, among many other things, about positive thinking, perfectionism, anxiety and how sport psychology can help you to improve your performance in any area of your life. If you would like to maximize your performance and be your best self, then this episode is a must-listen for you. 

L...