DR WENDY CHRISTIEN - Setting Realistic Health Goals for Lasting Wellness

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In this episode, Brad is joined by Dr. Wendy, health coach and wellness practitioner at Integrated Health Solution, to explore how to set realistic, sustainable health goals that actually last.

As part of an ongoing series on the foundations of health, the conversation covers real food, blood sugar balance, gentle movement, sleep, hydration, stress management, and why patience matters more than perfection. Dr. Wendy explains how unrealistic expectations can derail progress—and how breaking goals into achievable, bite-sized steps leads to long-term success.

They also discuss the importance of baseline health testing, understanding hidden blind spots, and when lifestyle changes may help improve markers like blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar—sometimes even before medication becomes necessary.

If you’re tired of quick fixes, comparison traps, or health goals that don’t stick, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate approach to becoming a better version of you—one sustainable change at a time.
5 Feb English South Africa Health & Fitness · Christianity

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