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The “WEIGHT” is OVER!
- Julie Eskridge ~ Wellspring of Hope
- Dec 19, 2025
- 10 min read
Introducing BALANCE AND BURN
Not Just a Shot in the Dark…A Powerful NEW Approach to Feeling Better in Your Body
Young Living has developed a simple and easy
Balance and Burn system that:
I know you are mentally making a list of all the people in your life who need this system. Read on – your list is going to get longer.
I'm especially excited for this system because no matter how or what I try, these stubborn 20 lbs. just won’t budge (but they sure bulge—everywhere!) Sheesh!
Let's talk Science! Seriously, let's nerd out so grab your white coat and get ready to have your mind blown. 🤯
Why this product even exists
Most women (and men) are not looking for another “weight loss fad thing.”
They're looking for answers to REAL questions like:
Why does my appetite feel louder than it used to?
Why do I feel out of control around food even when I care about my health?
Why does my body feel resistant, puffy, bloated or stuck?
Why so these stubborn pounds hang on?
Why am I hearing about GLP-1 medications everywhere… and should I be worried?
Balance & Burn exists because metabolic signaling matters more than calorie control, and one of the most important signals in that conversation is GLP-1.
WE INTERRUPT THIS SEGMENT FOR AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!
!! You can't out-supplement your diet !! (read that again)
What you eat and how much you move are one MILLION percent important. When it comes to Iongevity, strength and quality of your actual life, the food you consume and how much you MOVE your body will absolutely contribute way more to how long and how well you're going to live than some supplements. So please, please, don't leave these out of your life.
You can't supplement your way out of bad eating habits, no matter what the TV commercials say.
Capsules don't cancel cookies. Everything in moderation, my friend.
Pills don't override pizza.
Supplements help. But they can't perform miracles.
No amount of supplements fixes a fork (or spoon) problem.
Supplements don't undo drive-thru decisions.
You can't bio-hack your way past poor nourishment.
Please don't Feel You Have to Be Perfect all the time!
Only Jesus is THE PERFECT ONE! Everything in moderation is my motto!
BUT TO HELP YOU STAY ACCOUNTABLE TO YOURSELF, DOWNLOAD AND PRINT the guides below to monitor your progress and feel sooooo gooooood after 60 days!
P.S. If you don't want to tell anyone, it can be our secret.🤫 Everyone will be so surprised when you show up on Spring Break. And establishing good habits now will last a lifetime.
(If you can't open, please email julie@wellspringofhope.net and I'll send you the PDF.)
The Guides suggest hydrating DAILY.
PRO TIP: 1). Add 1-2 drops of YL Lemon Vitality Essential Oil to your glass or stainless-steel drink container (never plastic). 2). Then fill your container with filtered water (if you're not drinking filtered water, then you become the filter.) Drinking this every day will increase the deliciousness of water so you drink more. And Lemon EO is so good to maintain kidney and liver health without harming teeth enamel or the esophagus because it is cold-pressed from the rind of the lemon, not the acidic meat/juice.
NOW BACK TO OUR REGULARY SCHEDULED BLOG…
What is the Balance & Burn™ System?
This system is a simple, daily metabolic support system made up of three coordinated parts, designed to be taken together in a specific order each morning. It's not a single pill or injection trying to do everything. It's a system, because metabolism works best when multiple signals are supported at the same time. Here's how it works in REAL life.
What you take each day (NO INJECTIONS!)
1. Balance & Care™ Stick Pack — taken first thing in the morning before coffee ☕
This is a tasty little powder stick pack you open and pour right on your tongue each morning. SUPER EASY! This is the foundation of the system and where everything begins.
Balance & Care™ is designed to support:
the gut environment
microbiome balance
GLP-1 signaling pathways that originate in the gut
Because GLP-1 is a gut-produced hormone, this step comes first. You're supporting the environment where metabolic signals are created before asking the body to do anything else.
2. Burn + Control Capsules — taken after the stick pack later in the morning before lunch
Each day also includes a dual-action packet of capsules you take later in the morning, which contains:
one Burn capsule
two Control capsules
These capsules work together, but they have different roles.
Control focuses on blood sugar response, insulin sensitivity, and cravings support.
Burn supports fat mobilization and fat utilization — not stimulation or appetite suppression.
They're designed to be taken daily, alongside the Balance & Care™ stick pack, as part of the same morning routine.
Why the order matters
This order is intentional:
Balance first — support the gut and metabolic signaling
Control next — support blood sugar and cravings
Burn last — support fat metabolism once the system is calmer
Discover the fascinating science behind why this truly works!
Click the image below to hear Young Living's Sr. VP of Research and Development reveal the science behind why Balance and Burn works so effectively in the body.
But be ready to REALLY nerd-out - you may want to wear a white coat.
VIDEO RECAP: Easy as ABC and 1-2-3
The buzz word… GLP-1…what is it?
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone produced in the gut, primarily by specialized cells called L-cells, in response to food.
GLP-1 plays a role in:
signaling satiety (“I'm full”)
slowing gastric emptying
supporting healthy blood sugar metabolism
communicating between the gut, brain, and pancreas
In other words, GLP-1 is part of the system that helps your body feel calm, satisfied, and regulated after eating.
When that signaling is disrupted — often by gut imbalance, chronic stress, inflammation, or blood sugar swings — appetite can feel urgent, cravings increase, and energy becomes unstable.
That's why GLP-1 medications exist. They override the signal, unnaturally.
Balance & Burn™ takes a different approach: NATURALLY supports the body's own GLP-1 signaling by supporting the gut, blood sugar response, and fat metabolism together.
1. Balance & Care – gut-first GLP-1 support
This formula focuses on the foundation: the gut environment where GLP-1 is produced.
Form: Powder stick pack, open and pour it right on your tongue (or mix with water if you prefer, but not necessary)
Taken: First thing in the morning
Primary role: Gut → GLP-1 → metabolic tone
This is the foundation of the entire system.
GLP-1 is a hormone produced in the gut, so Balance & Care™ is designed to support the gut environment where metabolic signaling begins. This formula focuses on microbiome balance, gut barrier integrity, and short-chain fatty acid activity — all of which influence appetite signaling, blood sugar response, and overall metabolic tone.
What this part of the system is designed to support (not force like medications)
GLP-1 production and signaling
L-cell modulation in the gut
Butyrate (short-chain fatty acid) production
Healthy microbiome diversity
Key ingredients and why
Akkermansia muciniphila (postbiotic, 10 billion TFU)
Akkermansia is one of the most studied gut bacteria in metabolic research. It lives along the intestinal lining and plays a key role in maintaining gut barrier integrity.
Research has associated Akkermansia with:
improved insulin sensitivity
reduced metabolic endotoxemia (inflammatory signaling from the gut)
healthier gut lining function
In an 8-week randomized controlled trial in overweight adults, supplementation with Akkermansia (viable or pasteurized) increased GLP-1 levels — one of the key reasons it's included here.
Practically speaking, this matters because GLP-1 influences:
satiety and appetite signaling
post-meal glucose control
communication between the gut, brain, and pancreas
By supporting GLP-1 endogenously (produced within a cell or organ) through the gut, this system supports the body's own signaling rather than overriding it with pharmacologic intervention.
Prebiotic fibers: agave inulin & soluble tapioca fiber
These fibers serve as fuel for beneficial gut bacteria. They help:
feed and sustain microbiome diversity
increase short-chain fatty acids, especially butyrate
support gut barrier integrity
Polyphenols from grape extract
Polyphenols act as selective prebiotics, helping cultivate beneficial bacteria (including Akkermansia) while also supporting antioxidant balance in the gut.
Why this formula matters
This is foundational gut work. It doesn't “force” a metabolic response like pharmaceuticals — it creates the conditions where regulation can happen naturally. Many women (and men) skip this step entirely, which is why appetite and blood sugar feel chaotic even when they're “doing everything right.” Yep, I get it.
2. Burn - Fat mobilization & utilization
Form: Capsule (1 capsule per daily packet)
Taken: Daily, alongside Balance & Care™ and Control
Primary role: Fat mobilization + metabolic output
Once gut signaling and blood sugar are more stable, the body is better positioned to:
mobilize stored fat
use fat efficiently for energy
preserve lean muscle mass
What this part of the system is designed to support
Lipolysis (fat breakdown)
Fat oxidation
Energy expenditure
Lean mass preservation when paired with movement
Key ingredients and why they're here
Citrus polyphenol blend
This blend has been studied in a 12-week randomized, placebo-controlled trial showing:
reduced body weight
reduced body fat mass
reduced waist and hip circumference
no loss of lean muscle mass (thank you!)
Mechanistically, citrus polyphenols influence the cAMP → PKA → HSL pathway — the classic lipolysis cascade involved in fat mobilization, ummm hello!. Ex-vivo markers also suggest enhanced fat breakdown.
This is the science-backed “burn” — not calorie burn, but fat utilization.
Green tea extract (EGCG)
Supports fat oxidation, antioxidant protection, and metabolic efficiency.
Black ginger (Kaempferia parviflora)
Often used to support mitochondrial activity, vitality, and energy efficiency — without relying on harsh stimulation.
Essential oils: bergamot, grapefruit, cinnamon bark (but of course)
These contribute to:
metabolic signaling
digestive and circulatory support
antioxidant and anti-inflammatory pathways
!! The Cinnamon Bark essential oil is sourced from a fifth-generation partner farm, adding ethical and sustainability value to the formula. !!
(This is why our family ONLY uses YOUNG LIVING!
YL knows exactly where their essential oils/plants are grown.)
Why this formula matters
This isn't about forcing weight loss. It's about supporting the pathways that allow fat to be used when the body is ready.
3. Control – Blood sugar & insulin support
Form: Capsules (2 capsules per daily packet)
Taken: Daily, alongside the stick pack
Primary role: Glycemic balance + insulin sensitivity
This is the metabolic stabilizer of the system.
Blood sugar swings are one of the biggest drivers of cravings, food noise, energy crashes, and difficulty accessing stored fat. The Control capsules are designed to support healthy glucose metabolism and insulin signaling, so the body doesn't stay stuck in a constant cycle of spikes and crashes.
What this part of the system is designed to support
Healthy blood sugar levels already in the normal range (check with your doctor)
Insulin sensitivity
Steadier energy between meals
Reduced intensity of sugar and carb cravings
Key ingredients and why they're here
Berberine (phytosomal)
Berberine is one of the most researched botanical compounds for glucose metabolism. In this system, it's delivered using phytosomal technology, which improves absorption and bioavailability.
Clinically, berberine has been studied for its role in:
supporting fasting glucose and HbA1c
improving insulin sensitivity
It's often compared mechanistically to metformin, though it works through different biological pathways. This makes it particularly relevant for women (and men) who experience:
blood sugar crashes
carb-driven cravings
persistent “food noise”
difficulty accessing stored fat due to chronically elevated insulin
R-alpha lipoic acid
Supports insulin signaling and glucose uptake into cells, while also helping manage oxidative stress associated with metabolic imbalance.
Chromium picolinate
Chromium helps support insulin function and glucose metabolism. Its effects are modest alone, but synergistic when combined with berberine and alpha lipoic acid — exactly how it's used here.
Gymnema sylvestre
Traditionally used to help reduce sweet cravings and support glucose metabolism, making it especially helpful for those who struggle with sugar-driven appetite swings.
Ginger essential oil (known for metabolic ramping)
Supports digestion, gastric motility, and inflammatory balance, helping this formula remain gentle and appropriate for daily use.
Why this formula matters
Cravings are not a personal failure — they're often a blood sugar message. This layer helps quiet those messages so appetite feels calmer and more predictable.
THE BIG PICTURE (and a final word)
Balance & Burn™ is not:
a stimulant-heavy fat burner
a crash plan
a pharmaceutical
It is:
a gut-forward GLP-1 support system
a blood sugar and cravings support system
a metabolic balance system designed for daily use
BALANCE AND BURN SYSTEM
30-Day Supply
RETAIL: $177.63
(But who buys retail when you can buy wholesale?)
WHOLESALE: $135.00
PV: 108
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THOUGHTS FROM COACH JULIE:
HONESTLY, this system is brand new, even though there have been many successful tests and trials. However, every person has a different DNA (hallelujah, and I love yours) and what works for me may not work for you and vice versa. But I love ALL THINGS NATURAL. I don't even take cold medicines when I have the sniffles…just my COLD BOMBS (essential oils) because God designed our bodies to heal themselves and sometimes needs HIS creation, hallelujah!
So, PLEASE, before you implement any exercise, supplement, medication, diet restrictions, etc., check with your medical doctor. They are pretty durn smart and know your insides!
Send them this newsletter to help them understand the system.
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LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE
Let's steward our health not out of striving, but out of gratitude—remembering our bodies are vessels for God’s work and love. May every small step toward wellness honor Him.
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit… Therefore, honor God with your bodies.” — 1 Corinthians 6:19–20
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*** Any suggestions made in this newsletter are very specific to Young Living essential oils and should not be used with oils from another source. Statements made about Young Living Essential Oils have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products and information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Anyone suffering from disease or injury should consult with a physician. If you are currently on medication, please DO NOT STOP.
We have done our own research on the purity of oils. I am confident in using oils in our recipes because we only use Young Living. They are beyond organic standards and never use pesticides, herbicides or any harmful chemicals. I don’t suggest using another essential oil company for ingestion because I don’t know of their purity standards. And please, only ingest Young Living VITALITY Essential Oils (white label).
I am not taking the place of your licensed medical professional; I do not diagnose and do not take responsibility for your health. I encourage you to do your research and seek out conversations with medical professionals that you love & trust.
This info is for learning purposes only. I am simply sharing what has worked for my family. And please, always consult a health care practitioner when making any changes to your medical or wellness routine.
AND, may you be richly blessed on your wellness journey and
encouraged that there is a solution to every situation.
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