078: Suffering from Bloating, Gas, Anxiety, Skin Issues? How to Heal your Gut Health

04/24/23 • 40 min

Do you struggle with GI discomfort? With nearly 75% of Americans having a GI imbalance, chances are you do. Our gut microbiome is interconnected to all other systems in our body -- from immunity, to reproductive health, hormones, to mental health and everything in between.
Our gut can be thrown off by many things from the food we eat, certain medications, how we are eating our food, emotional and physical stressors. and so much more. In this episode, I share with you the exact steps I am currently taking to restore my gut microbiome after having my second child 7 weeks ago so that I can feel my best, reduce my anxiety, and set my daughter's gut microbiome up for success!
Episode Highlights:

How the gut microbiome can be negatively impacted -- from mode of delivery at birth, to diet, etc.
My story of having on/off gut based issues since I was a little girl
What triggers the gut to become imbalanced
How GI issues show up in terms of symptoms
Why your gut has been unable to heal up until now
How to tap into healing with specific tools, supplements and mindset/lifestyle shifts
How stress impacts the gut
How to step into your truth and live with more alignment and intentionality
How to minimize the "shiny objects" in the wellness world and dig down deep to do the hard work that is necessary in order to heal your gut

Enjoy the show!

Links/Products mentioned:

Digestive Enzymes
Kettle Fire Bone Broth
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The Body Keeps the Score
Just Thrive Spore-Based Probiotic

Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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How the gut microbiome can be negatively impacted -- from mode of delivery at birth, to diet, etc.
My story of having on/off gut based issues since I was a little girl
What triggers the gut to become imbalanced
How GI issues show up in terms of symptoms
Why your gut has been unable to heal up until now
How to tap into healing with specific tools, supplements and mindset/lifestyle shifts
How stress impacts the gut
How to step into your truth and live with more alignment and intentionality
How to minimize the "shiny objects" in the wellness world and dig down deep to do the hard work that is necessary in order to heal your gut

Enjoy the show!

Links/Products mentioned:

Digestive Enzymes
Kettle Fire Bone Broth
- -->use code: DITCHTHESCALE to save 20%
The Body Keeps the Score
Just Thrive Spore-Based Probiotic

Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

How to stay connected:

Sign up for my newsletter community here
Learn more about my health coaching packages here
Follow me and continue the conversation @ditchthescale on Instagram

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077: The Missing Factor in Getting Sick and also Getting Better

Have you heard of the NeuroEndoImmunology loop?
NeuroEndoImmunology is a fascinating field that explores the intricate connections between the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems.
Essentially, both your endocrine (hormone) and immune systems are impacted upstream by your nervous system which starts in your brain. Wild, right? Because we are constantly getting feedback from our thoughts, feelings, emotions and environment, it is critical that you are aware of how this feedback loop happens so that you can start to be mindful of ways to calm your nervous system through less input.
Episode Highlights:

The missing factor in how you got sick and how you will ultimately get well
What the NeuroEndoImmunology loop is
How stress turns off certain hormones, and shuts down thyroid production and fertility
How to get to the root cause of your inflammation
Why inflammation is not a diagnosis
What to do if your nervous system is overstimulated
How to start bringing safety in your body, starting with diet and lifestyle
How to stop the stress response in your body in order to finally heal
Nourishing breakfast ideas
Sleep hygiene non-negotiables

If you missed part 1 of this stress + sex hormones series, listen to part 1 here.
Enjoy the show!
Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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079: How your nervous system plays a critical role in your ability to heal

If I were only allowed to rebalance 2 areas of the body, it would be the gut & nervous system.

The reason being is that without a healthy functioning gut and balanced nervous system that feels safe, nothing else that you do to try and achieve optimal health will matter.
Our bodies main goal is to protect us – so use your symptoms as feedback from your body signaling to you if something is or isn't working.

If you feel like you have tried “all of things” when it comes to weight loss, supplements, exercise & diet, yet continue to remain stuck and unable to heal... this episode is for you!
Topics discussed:

The missing factor in how you got sick and how you will ultimately get well
How stress turns off certain hormones, and shuts down thyroid production and fertility
Symptoms your body is in fight or flight
How fight or flight is activated
What Adrenal Fatigue means
How to de-stress in a Western-based culture
What to do if your nervous system is overstimulated
How to start bringing safety in your body, starting with diet and lifestyle
How to stop the stress response in your body in order to finally heal

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