Composed Living with Elsa Elbert

In this episode of Composed Living, host Elsa Elbert interviews Cher Olivos, a wellness advocate and women's hormone health expert behind BeBalanced Natural Hormone Weight Loss in Southern California. Cher shares her journey from her extensive career in the medical industry to facing a postpartum health crisis, which led her to discover the importance of hormone balance in wellness. The discussion covers the impact of hormones on weight gain, especially for women over 35, and how stress, gut health, and lifestyle choices play crucial roles. Elsa shares her personal transformation experience through the BeBalanced program, highlighting significant improvements in sleep, energy levels, and overall health. The episode underscores the importance of education on hormones, the benefits of holistic approaches, and the long-term impact of balanced wellness routines. 00:00 Introduction to Composed Living 00:04 Meet Cher Olivos: Wellness Advocate 00:20 Cher's Postpartum Health Crisis 01:21 Discovering Be Balanced 03:10 The Impact of Hormones on Weight 04:05 Elsa's Personal Journey with Be Balanced 08:55 Understanding Hormonal Imbalance 12:23 Managing Stress and Cortisol 17:20 Challenges and Successes in Wellness 23:03 Balancing Hormones and Gut Health 24:11 The Multi-Prong Approach to Wellness 25:26 Impact on Family and Lifestyle Changes 27:48 Personal Success Stories and Reflections 30:19 Maintaining Progress and Long-Term Goals 33:42 Family Support and Accountability 40:19 Concluding Thoughts and Resources More about Cher: Cher Olivos is a passionate wellness advocate, women’s hormone health expert, and the driving force behind BeBalanced Natural Hormone Weight Loss in Southern California. With nearly two decades in the medical industry—working closely with physicians, boards, and healthcare executives—she built her career in compliance, operations, and clinical improvement. But it was her own postpartum health crisis that led her to reexamine everything she thought she knew about wellness. After the birth of her first child, Cher was blindsided by a wave of persistent symptoms: extreme fatigue, anxiety, stubborn weight gain, and brain fog so intense it disrupted her daily life. Despite access to both conventional and alternative care, no provider offered a solution—only the same dismissive refrain: “It’s just part of being a new mom.” That response lit a fire in her. Determined to find answers, Cher dug deep—and uncovered the life-changing link between hormonal imbalance and the common yet often-overlooked symptoms affecting women. Her personal breakthrough came when she completed the BeBalanced program herself. In just one month, she lost 17 pounds and experienced dramatic improvements in her sleep, skin, mood, and energy. That transformation was more than physical—it was emotional and mental, too. For the first time since becoming a mother, she felt like herself again. The experience was so profound, she brought BeBalanced to Los Angeles to help other women find the answers and relief they deserve. Through BeBalanced LA, Cher is proving that wellness isn’t about quick fixes or guesswork—it’s about informed, compassionate care. Her mission is simple but powerful: to help women reconnect with their bodies, reclaim their energy, and feel whole again. “We’ve been taught to accept the struggle,” she says. “But what if feeling amazing wasn’t the exception—what if it could be your new normal?” And with every client success story, she’s proving that it absolutely can. https://bebalancedcenters.com/location/woodland-hills/ Instagram: @bebalanced_with_cher