Your at-home guide to gut health
Sans elimination diets and restrictive meal plans
Browse the blog for tips and tools centered around our unique & holistic approach to gut health.
We address digestive function holistically. While you won’t find elimination diets or meal plans here, what we do share is a variety of tools that address the many influences of digestive issues.
You don’t need to implement everything, simply choose a couple of things that feel right for you and your lifestyle, and apply them slowly. Because it’s the small shifts that can make such a huge difference. Snuggle up and get comfy, we’re sure you’ll love it here.
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🎙️Ep. 48 Help! I can’t poop daily 😥
👎I am not going to tell you to "just take Miralax." There is nothing worse than not being able to have a proper bowel movement everyday. 🚽Your doctor may have recommended that you “just take miralax” or “drink more water” but in this episode I share the 3 culprits of...
🎙️Ep. 47 Your Poop Has All The Answers💩
🚽Turn around and look down. Your poop can uncover so much about your health.🧻 Regardless of what GI symptoms you are experiencing, your poop really does have all the answers. 🪠Before you jump into expensive testing and analysis, it can be helpful to take note of what...
😎The New Kid On the Block: Butyrate
What if I told you there was something that could help calm the 🔥 inflammation in your GI tract, combat leaky gut, support your immune system, AND support your nervous system? Most people have heard of probiotics, or the good bacteria in our gut, and prebiotics, the...
🎙️Ep. 46 What are the signs of mold toxicity? Or how do I know if I have mold toxicity?🧫
Mold is a beast that can impact your GI symptoms and many other systems in the body.👹 🔎If you’ve suspected mold illness or exposure, this episode walks you through the steps necessary to determine if this is at play for your chronic health issues and some action steps...
Stop Starving The Good Guys: 5 Practical Ways To Increase Plant Variety
🗑️You've eliminated one food group after the next only to be stuck with your GI symptoms...😖 You aren't alone. This is a very common story when clients come to our practice. There is this AHA moment when someone takes a step back and they realize they are eating the...
Supporting your gut health during a busy day 🗓️
We all know the hustle is real.🥵 Between working full-time and taking care of the family, while still trying to have some sort of social life, it's easy to feel like there's not enough time to prioritize gut health. I hear you and I've got your back with some...
Ep. 45 3 things your doctor didn’t tell you about your gut issues
Have you been told by your medical team that despite your uncomfortable symptoms, there is nothing wrong with you? Whether you have been given a Low FODMAP diet handout or you have been told that your GI issues are “all in your head”, we have all had experiences that...
The Connection Between Gut Health and Longevity: How Optimal Digestive Health Supports Healthy Aging
Are You Interested in Adding Years to Your Life? All of us want to live long, healthy, active lives. We want ample time to travel the world, to crawl on the floor with grandchildren & great granchildren, and to have enough time to cross off all the items on our...
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Ep. 44: You are diagnosed with SIBO, now what? [PART 2]
Don't believe everything you hear about SIBO treatment. There is some misleading information out there about treating SIBO and improving digestive health. Here are some common myths: Myth 1: The same treatment plan works for everyone- one size fits all! Myth 2: Diet...
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Ep. 43: You are diagnosed with SIBO, now what? [PART 1]
Picture this: your bloat is gone, your SIBO hasn't come back and you're finally living your life again (without the fear of symptoms!) Does the constant bloating, abdominal pain, and unpredictable bowel movements sound familiar? Have you been told to simply take...
Gut Health and Inflammation: The Path to Wellness Starts in Your Digestive System
Have you ever considered the connection between gut health and chronic inflammation? If you were to ask me what is one of the best things you can do for your gut health I would answer, “Stop stressing about food!” When you have digestive issues, it's easy to get...
Ep. 42 How to improve your food sensitivities without eliminating food
Are you struggling with food sensitivities but don't want to eliminate your favorite foods? I've got good news for you! In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Brian Kaufman, an expert in digestive health and infectious...
Ep. 41: Listener Q&A – Enemas, High TPO Antibodies, & The Best Supplements for Your Gut
In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I answer some listener questions, and I talk about whether an enema is for you, some underlying causes of constipation, the supplements that we use most commonly, lowering thyroid antibodies, SIBO and probiotics,...
Gut Health and Skin Health: The Connection between Digestive Health and Glowing Skin
When it comes to achieving radiant, glowing skin, most of us turn to various skincare products and routines. But did you know that the secret to achieving that coveted healthy glow lies deep within your gut? It's true! The health of your digestive system has a direct...
Ep. 40: Finding Relief Again After a Symptom Relapse
Have you implemented all the necessary steps to maintain symptom relief? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk to Erica Shohrae about her journey to finding symptom relief, how the GutTogether program has helped her, her symptom relapse, the...
Digestive Enzymes: What They Are and Why You Need Them
Are you aware of the crucial role digestive enzymes play in supporting your gut health and overall well-being? Picture this: You're sitting down to enjoy a delicious meal, and as you take that first bite, a magical process is set into motion. Your body starts...
Ep. 39: 3 Steps to Long-Term Gut Relief
Have you taken the root cause approach to address your gut issues? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk about the root cause approach to gut health vs the conventional medicine approach, the truth about testing, how we address the root causes in...
Ep. 38: How to Not Give Up on Your Gut Health Journey
What does it take to be consistent for your gut health? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk to Megan about her journey with the gutTogether program, the frustrations of endless failed treatments, and why we need to treat the whole gut from top...
Why Your Stomach Hurts After Eating: Unveiling the 5 Culprits Behind Digestive Discomfort
You know that pain you get in your stomach after a meal? It can put a damper on your day, your productivity, social life, and leave you wondering what went wrong. That was the case for gutTogether® client, Jane. She's a high-performing businesswoman who used to dread...
Ep. 37: Mold Toxicity and Gut Health with Isabel Smith
How could mold be affecting your gut health? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk to Isabel Smith about mold toxicity, treating mold, the functional medicine discomfort, having the right mindset for healing, knowing when to get tested for...
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