#98 - Gut Health 101: What You Need To Know
07/31/24 • 21 min
In this episode, Amanda Haar delves into the essential relationship between gut health and overall wellness. She highlights research showing that 80% of our immune system resides in the gut and explains the gut-brain connection via the vagus nerve, shedding light on how our diet influences mental health. Amanda offers practical tips for enhancing gut health, such as eating a variety of whole, unprocessed foods, and incorporating prebiotics and probiotics into your diet. She also advises on reducing gut inflammation by avoiding high-sugar and ultra-processed foods and emphasizes the benefits of a balanced diet rich in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and anti-inflammatory foods. Additionally, Amanda discusses breathing techniques that support digestion and nutrient absorption, making this episode a comprehensive guide to optimizing gut health for improved overall health and wellness.
What You'll Learn:
- The critical connection between gut health and the immune system
- The impact of gut health on mental well-being
- The role of the gut-brain connection via the vagus nerve
- Tips for better digestion, including dietary suggestions
- The importance of balancing gut bacteria with prebiotics and probiotics
- Anti-inflammatory foods that promote gut health
- Foods to avoid to reduce gut inflammation
LINKS:
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▼ ▽ Healthy Steps Nutrition & HSN Mentoring We believe something as fundamental as nutrition shouldn’t be complicated, which is why we focus on a simple habit-based approach. Our mission is to help one million people take control of their health one step at a time. In order to do that, we need gym owners and coaches with their boots on the ground, using the Healthy Steps Nutrition framework to empower their communities to make health a way of life. HSN Mentoring provides a turn-key solution for gym owners to build, launch and grow a professional nutrition coaching program in their gym including training, business systems, nutrition coach certification, an exclusive app to manage clients, and ongoing mentoring.
▼ ▽ How It Works With Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ: Apply for coaching HERE | https://healthystepsnutrition.com/personalized-coaching Create a customized plan with your personal nutrition coach/registered dietitian addressing four pillars of health {nutrition, daily movement, mindset, and sleep} Become the best and healthiest version of yourself one step at a time
▼ ▽ Find A Healthy Steps Nutrition Certified Coach Near You HERE | https://hireanutritioncoach.com/
In this episode, Amanda Haar delves into the essential relationship between gut health and overall wellness. She highlights research showing that 80% of our immune system resides in the gut and explains the gut-brain connection via the vagus nerve, shedding light on how our diet influences mental health. Amanda offers practical tips for enhancing gut health, such as eating a variety of whole, unprocessed foods, and incorporating prebiotics and probiotics into your diet. She also advises on reducing gut inflammation by avoiding high-sugar and ultra-processed foods and emphasizes the benefits of a balanced diet rich in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and anti-inflammatory foods. Additionally, Amanda discusses breathing techniques that support digestion and nutrient absorption, making this episode a comprehensive guide to optimizing gut health for improved overall health and wellness.
What You'll Learn:
- The critical connection between gut health and the immune system
- The impact of gut health on mental well-being
- The role of the gut-brain connection via the vagus nerve
- Tips for better digestion, including dietary suggestions
- The importance of balancing gut bacteria with prebiotics and probiotics
- Anti-inflammatory foods that promote gut health
- Foods to avoid to reduce gut inflammation
LINKS:
▼ ▽ Free Help From Healthy Steps Nutrition Sign Up For Weekly Email Including 3 Health Tips, Healthy Recipe & More HERE | https://api.grow.pushpress.com/widget/form/BZ43TcGZul998X5X3TZW
▼ ▽ Connect With Us HSN Mentoring Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/hsn_mentoring/ Healthy Steps Nutrition Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/healthystepsnutrition/ Nicole Aucoin Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/nicole_rd_hsn/
▼ ▽ Healthy Steps Nutrition & HSN Mentoring We believe something as fundamental as nutrition shouldn’t be complicated, which is why we focus on a simple habit-based approach. Our mission is to help one million people take control of their health one step at a time. In order to do that, we need gym owners and coaches with their boots on the ground, using the Healthy Steps Nutrition framework to empower their communities to make health a way of life. HSN Mentoring provides a turn-key solution for gym owners to build, launch and grow a professional nutrition coaching program in their gym including training, business systems, nutrition coach certification, an exclusive app to manage clients, and ongoing mentoring.
▼ ▽ How It Works With Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ: Apply for coaching HERE | https://healthystepsnutrition.com/personalized-coaching Create a customized plan with your personal nutrition coach/registered dietitian addressing four pillars of health {nutrition, daily movement, mindset, and sleep} Become the best and healthiest version of yourself one step at a time
▼ ▽ Find A Healthy Steps Nutrition Certified Coach Near You HERE | https://hireanutritioncoach.com/
Previous Episode
#97 - From Sick Care To Health Care: ER Nurse To Concierge Medicine
In this episode, Nicole Aucoin, interviews Ashley Martin, a long-time friend and nurse practitioner transitioning into preventative medicine. They discuss the importance of a holistic approach to health, including nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Ashley shares her experiences from working in the ER to starting a concierge medical practice focused on prevention and lifestyle interventions. Together, they emphasize the need for regular health assessments and the power of making informed, proactive health decisions. The episode introduces Med360, a concierge service aimed at helping clients in Florida take control of their health through personalized care and continuous support.
What You’ll Learn:
- Meet Ashley Martin: From ER Nurse to Preventative Medicine
- The Reality of Chronic Diseases in Healthcare
- Understanding and Managing Blood Sugar
- The Role of Lifestyle in Health Management
- Introducing Med360 Concierge Medicine
- The Jumpstart Package: A Baseline for Better Health
- Conclusion and Final Thoughts
LINKS:
▼ ▽ Free Help From Healthy Steps Nutrition Sign Up For Weekly Email Including 3 Health Tips, Healthy Recipe & More HERE | https://api.grow.pushpress.com/widget/form/BZ43TcGZul998X5X3TZW
▼ ▽ Connect With Us HSN Mentoring Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/hsn_mentoring/ Healthy Steps Nutrition Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/healthystepsnutrition/ Nicole Aucoin Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/nicole_rd_hsn/
▼ ▽ Healthy Steps Nutrition & HSN Mentoring We believe something as fundamental as nutrition shouldn’t be complicated, which is why we focus on a simple habit-based approach. Our mission is to help one million people take control of their health one step at a time. In order to do that, we need gym owners and coaches with their boots on the ground, using the Healthy Steps Nutrition framework to empower their communities to make health a way of life. HSN Mentoring provides a turn-key solution for gym owners to build, launch and grow a professional nutrition coaching program in their gym including training, business systems, nutrition coach certification, an exclusive app to manage clients, and ongoing mentoring.
▼ ▽ How It Works With Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ: Apply for coaching HERE | https://healthystepsnutrition.com/personalized-coaching Create a customized plan with your personal nutrition coach/registered dietitian addressing four pillars of health {nutrition, daily movement, mindset, and sleep} Become the best and healthiest version of yourself one step at a time
▼ ▽ Find A Healthy Steps Nutrition Certified Coach Near You HERE | https://hireanutritioncoach.com/
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#99 - Cortisol 101: Understanding What It Is & What It Means For Your Health & Weight Loss Goals [Dietitian Tips]
In this episode of the 'Nutrition Made Simple' podcast, Amanda and Nicole dive into the critical topic of cortisol, an essential stress hormone. They explain how cortisol influences health and wellness goals, stressing the need to balance its levels for optimal well-being. The discussion covers cortisol's role in stress responses, its effects on chronic diseases, and why saliva tests are preferable to blood tests for accurate measurements. The hosts also share practical tips for managing and normalizing cortisol levels and underscore the importance of comprehensive hormone testing, such as the Dutch test, as part of their hormone health program.
What You'll Learn:
- Understanding Cortisol
- Cortisol Patterns and Testing
- Impact of High Cortisol Levels
- Managing High Cortisol
- Low Cortisol Levels and Symptoms
- Improving Low Cortisol Levels
- Dutch Test and Hormone Health Program
LINKS:
▼ ▽ Free Help From Healthy Steps Nutrition Sign Up For Weekly Email Including 3 Health Tips, Healthy Recipe & More HERE | https://api.grow.pushpress.com/widget/form/BZ43TcGZul998X5X3TZW
▼ ▽ Connect With Us HSN Mentoring Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/hsn_mentoring/ Healthy Steps Nutrition Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/healthystepsnutrition/ Nicole Aucoin Instagram HERE | https://www.instagram.com/nicole_rd_hsn/
▼ ▽ Healthy Steps Nutrition & HSN Mentoring We believe something as fundamental as nutrition shouldn’t be complicated, which is why we focus on a simple habit-based approach. Our mission is to help one million people take control of their health one step at a time. In order to do that, we need gym owners and coaches with their boots on the ground, using the Healthy Steps Nutrition framework to empower their communities to make health a way of life. HSN Mentoring provides a turn-key solution for gym owners to build, launch and grow a professional nutrition coaching program in their gym including training, business systems, nutrition coach certification, an exclusive app to manage clients, and ongoing mentoring.
▼ ▽ How It Works With Healthy Steps Nutrition HQ: Apply for coaching HERE | https://healthystepsnutrition.com/personalized-coaching Create a customized plan with your personal nutrition coach/registered dietitian addressing four pillars of health {nutrition, daily movement, mindset, and sleep} Become the best and healthiest version of yourself one step at a time
▼ ▽ Find A Healthy Steps Nutrition Certified Coach Near You HERE | https://hireanutritioncoach.com/
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