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19 Jul 2024Episode 13: How toxins limit weight loss and gut health success, with Kelsey Weaver (Part 2)00:39:38

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (4:10) the link between client case complexity and toxic burden, and why physical toxins always coexist with mental/emotional toxicities. 
  • (13:10) should every person with a chronic health struggle test for toxins?
  • (19:30) how common is toxic mold burden and Lyme confections when it comes to gut health struggles?
  • (22:13) how not addressing a toxic burden or biotoxin illness hinders the healing process.
  • (31:00) why diet can’t just be “a diet” and instead, needs to be a conscious choice to maintain good health.


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

08 Nov 2024Episode 25: Gut health is connected to mental health, with Wendy Rosen00:58:19

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In this episode I discuss:

  • Wendy’s story of gut issues, brain symptoms, chronic fatigue, and addiction struggles and why she sees this as all connected to nutrition, lifestyle and nervous system dysregulation.
  • Why the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition approach is so powerful at helping clients reach their health goals.
  • Why the DIY approach to fixing your health issues actually costs you more time and money, compared to hiring the right practitioner to help.
  • The role childhood trauma, ACES, and attachment issues plays in physical health issues.
  • Mental health can be improved through improving nutrition and removing food triggers.
  • Most processed foods have additives that make them very addictive, along with promoting inflammation in the gut and brain.
  • Why simple habit changes one-by-one and walking can be so helpful in supporting mental health
  • Why toxin avoidance is imperative for physical health and mental health
  • You can know what to do with your diet, but that knowledge is worthless if you don’t know how to apply it to reach your health goals
  • Wheat sensitivity is linked with more than just gut symptoms, and the majority of people with wheat sensitivities don’t have gut symptoms



(Extended ACES Questionnaire) 7 Steps to Healing Childhood Emotional Trauma and Building Resilience by Niki Gratix


Wendy’s contact info:

www.wendyjoyrosen.com

Instagram handle: @wendyjoyrosen


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

29 Mar 2024Episode 1: Despite what your doctor said, diet DOES impact IBS and IBD00:15:49

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In this episode I discuss:

- general themes of this podcast: nutrition, lifestyle, mind-body connection, and root cause factors all affecting IBS and IBD symptoms

- the "why" behind this podcast

- how many people are affected by IBS and IBD and why this population can be challenging to work with from a functional perspective

- the disconnect that exists in conventional medicine between linking diet to IBS/IBD symptoms

- my experience as an IBS and IBD patient

- my personal and professional experience using diet change to support gut symptom reduction


Link to my website


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

18 Oct 2024Episode 23: Why increasing fiber can make your IBS/IBD symptoms worse00:21:49

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (2:15) what is fiber and what does it do in the gut?


  • (3:15) why increasing fiber to help you poop is not always true


  • (6:30) which foods are considered high fiber and how the work of Weston A Price debunks the “fiber is necessary for good gut health” myth


  • (12:15) the role of short chain fatty acids in supporting colon health


  • (17:45) examples of research done showing a low fiber diet can resolve constipation and diarrhea symptoms


Weston A Price’s book Nutrition and Physical Degeneration


Peak Human Podcast Part 84 Dr. Paul Mason on Fiber Myths, Gluten, Lechtins etc. (the discussion on fiber starts at the 1:01:00 mark)

Paul Saladino MD on why we don't need fiber


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

16 Aug 2024Episode 15: Are you struggling with nausea, severe brain fog, and fatigue? Client Case Study 100:25:22

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (3:30) example of what a GI Map stool test might show for someone struggling with nausea, alternating bowel movements and severe brain fog
  • (6:00) clues on the GI Map that might suggest a small intestinal bacterial overgrowth situation
  • (10:00) how the GI Map can give insight into level of complexity and a gut healing timeline


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

10 Apr 2024Episode 2: IBS and IBD are on the same disease spectrum00:17:12

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (0:45 sec) the concept that IBS and IBD are on the same spectrum of disease
  • (4:28) IBS and IBD as distinct conditions and also what they have in common
  • (6:25) definition of inflammation
  • (9:13) the relationship between inflammation and a dysregulated immune system
  • (10:55) how immune dysregulation plays out in IBS and IBD
  • (12:15) why conventional medicine approaches aren’t helpful at identifying root causes of IBS and IBD
  • (13:25) the common characteristics of idiopathic conditions like IBS, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue and how these compare to autoimmune conditions like M.S. and IBD
  • (15:25) functional medicine views the body as breaking down as one system versus as just one part


Link to my website


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

25 Oct 2024Episode 24: Who influenced me and how did I become a nutritionist?00:25:18

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In this episode I discuss:


  • My original career paths as engineer and government worker and how those led me to become a holistic nutritionist


  • How studying Chinese medicine and becoming a bodyworker helped me as a nutritionist


  • My path to becoming first a Nutrition Therapy Practitioner and then a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner


  • The deeper education I got in small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, mold toxicity, organic acids, and other areas


  • The criteria you should consider if you are hiring a nutrition or functional medicine practitioner to help you


  • Why you need to take muscle testing and biofeedback machine use with a grain of salt



Link to the Nutrition Therapy Association


Link to Functional Diagnostic Nutrition


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

10 May 2024Episode 6: Simple ways to optimize digestion that don’t involve diet change00:22:38

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:15) Why habits that support the nervous system also support digestion
  • (2:25) Why certain breathing exercises support digestion and a breathing exercise demo
  • (4:45) My free Mindful Breathing Guide to optimize digestion
  • (5:35) Why a gratitude practice helps support digestion
  • (8:30) Sitting on the floor when you eat can make a difference in your digestive health
  • (12:05) Why your eating environment matters 
  • (14:35) How you chew impacts how well you digest
  • (16:55) Be careful about how much water you drink with a meal


Link to my free Mindful Breathing Guide

Link to my website

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

20 Apr 2024Episode 3: Is there something more serious underlying my IBS symptoms?00:17:33

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (2:20) Is there something more serious underlying my IBS symptoms?
  • (3:40) Once you rule out more serious conditions, how to determine significant factors underlying IBS symptoms 
  • (5:30) The possible root cause factors underlying IBS from a functional perspective 
  • (7:45) Why cellular energy deficiencies and hidden gut infections play a role in IBS
  • (10:50) The connection between hormones and gut function
  • (14:45) Which factors (that doctors don’t test for) could lead to more serious conditions
  • (16:00) My free e-guide designed to help people tame their IBS and IBD symptoms 


Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

26 Apr 2024Episode 4: Why you can’t fix IBS with food sensitivity testing alone00:19:59

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:46) Why running just a food sensitivity test is not likely to solve IBS or IBD symptoms
  • (2:40) There are always deeper root cause issues driving gut symptoms that food sensitivity tests won’t identify
  • (4:00) Why keeping a food journal is a powerful tool 
  • (5:50) The limitations of food sensitivity testing
  • (8:00) My personal experience with food sensitivity testing
  • (10:10) The endless cycle of food sensitivity testing
  • (13:16) Why clients with IBS and IBD would generally do best avoiding certain foods forever
  • (18:18) Why I feel there should be an endpoint to troubleshooting food sensitivities


Link to my website

Link to my free guide

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

18 May 2024Episode 7: Acid reflux is rarely from too much stomach acid00:23:58

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:09) Why acid reflux is one of the most common issues I see in my clients with gut disorders
  • (2:35) How conventional medicine treats acid reflux
  • (5:00) The health issues that can result from the long term use of acid blocking meds
  • (8:20) Why the health of all organs of the digestive system depend on the health of the stomach
  • (10:35) How functional medicine approaches the issue of acid reflux
  • (13:40) Why underproduction of acid is at play with acid reflux most of the time
  • (19:00) Why H Pylori overgrowth is often playing a role in acid reflux and why conventional tests don’t always catch this

Link to my website

Link to my free guide

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

04 Oct 2024Episode 21: Why women need to be empowered to understand hormones and support their cycles naturally, with Abby Vallejo (Part 1)00:37:42

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In this episode we discuss:


- (2:30) Abby’s health story, which started in childhood as chronic gut issues and later, along with long term birth control pill use, led to major hormone imbalances and systemic symptoms


- (12:00) Why, even though post menopausal women are cautioned on taking hormone replacement therapy, pre-menopausal women are doled out hormone replacement therapy like candy in the form of birth control pills


- (21:45) The interplay of hormones throughout the average 28 day menstrual cycle and why women should adapt their eating and exercise regimen around their cycle



Find Abby at https://balancedhormonesvip.com/ 


Join her FB group for women: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women 


Access her free PDF resource: Why Your Diet & Exercise Plan Isn't Working & What to do Instead https://balancedhormonesvip.com/free-resource/


Join her women's membership: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women VIP



Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

05 Jul 2024Episode 12: If you can’t lose weight, there is likely a gut component, with Kelsey Weaver (Part 1)00:29:53

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (3:30) Kelsey’s experience with clients struggling with weight loss, despite applying nutritional principles that normally work.
  • (6:30) Why weight loss only happens when the body as a whole gets healthier.
  • (7:55) How poor digestion, under-eating, and hidden gut infections play a role in trouble losing weight.
  • (10:30) The role of the thyroid in weight loss and gut function.
  • (16:00) The myth that metabolism is static.
  • (19:30) How nutrient absorption plays a role in weight gain and weight loss
  • (23:00) The role of the HPA axis and the chronic stress response in weight loss


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

13 Sep 2024Episode 18: If you have mold toxicity, you probably have candida too (Mold Series Part 3)00:13:04

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:00) why candida overgrowth is so common in mold sick people


  • (5:45) candida overgrowth can come from antibiotic overuse, especially if a probiotic was not recommended


  • (6:40) mold and candida are similar microorganisms and love to hang out together in the body


  • (7:35) mold sick people often do not tolerate fermented, yeasty, and moldy foods well


  • (8:45) candida overgrowth is held in check by good bacterial balance in the gut


  • (11:00) the foods that feed candida



Dr. Ritchie Shoemakers website: www.survivingmold.com


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

31 May 2024Episode 9: Why stool testing IS a valuable tool00:36:12

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:45) Why a high quality functional stool test is a non-negotiable for the clients I work with who struggle with IBS and IBD symptoms
  • (4:30) The limits of functional stool testing
  • (6:10) The strengths of functional stool testing and why it is important to correlate the data to client symptoms and to other functional testing
  • (10:40) Insufficiency dysbiosis versus inflammatory dysbiosis
  • (13:35) A good functional stool test will give clues on digestive function
  • (15:00) The inflammatory markers on functional stool testing and what they can tell us about root causes
  • (18:03) Why I always run a functional stool test before I recommend stomach acid to a client
  • (20:20) Why it’s not a good idea to only run one functional test
  • (22:20) Two client case examples where running a functional stool test connected the dots on missing information we needed to make progress

Link to my website

Link to my free guide

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

30 Aug 2024Episode 16: Is mold toxicity part of your IBS or IBD struggle? (Mold Series Part 1)00:25:14

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In this episode I discuss:

- (2:00) why toxic mold exposure is related to IBS and autoimmune disorders, and why mold is dangerous to your health


- (5:00) why if you react poorly to most antibiotics, you could be either mold sensitive or mold toxic 


- (8:00) why recovering from toxic mold exposure can be more emotionally challenging than other illnesses


- (10:45) how toxic mold exposure affects your health, and the genetic component to mold illness


- (13:30) how toxic mold exposure confuses the the immune system, leading to mold illness in a genetically susceptible person


- (18:30) common symptoms associated with mold toxicity 


- (21:30) the food sensitivity and leaky gut and mold connection 


Dr. Ritchie Shoemakers website: www.survivingmold.com


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

20 Dec 2024Episode 28: How a man can better support the woman in his life struggling with chronic health issues, with Damien Rader01:23:28

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In this episode we discuss:

  • Common personality characteristics of women with chronic gut symptoms and how these can impact their relationships with themselves and their life partners
  • Damien’s story of going from an upbringing characterized by hardship and trauma to self-empowerment and coaching men to help them fulfill their life purpose
  • Why trauma, bottoming out, and forced “time-outs” can spark the process of introspection and self-growth
  • Polarity reversal in relationships and how this negatively impacts the relationships between men and women, as well as the chronic health issues women struggle with
  • Why it’s so hard to achieve good balance and communication in male-female relationships
  • What is coaching, and why is it so useful for both men and women to achieve lasting habit change and reach personal goals
  • How to know if you are coach-able
  • Damien’s communication advice for men and women to help them navigate the woman’s health challenge better within the context of their relationship
  • The role of plant based medicine in helping both men and women become more self conscious and resolve trauma


Find Damien’s books and coaching services at www.therealmancan.com


Follow Damien on Instagram (@the_real_man_can), Tik Tok, and YouTube

Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

04 Jan 2025Episode 29: Why am I so bloated all the time?00:41:23

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In this episode I discuss:

- Bloating is one of the most common symptoms my clients struggle with

- The spectrum of bloating 

- Why bloating is often worse at the end of the day

- The most common root causes of bloating

- Secondary imbalances that can also contribute to bloating

- How to fix bloating for good


For more on H Pylori and low stomach acid, see Episode 7 of this podcast.

For more on food sensitivities and food sensitivity testing, see Episode 4 of this podcast.

For more on thyroid and how low thyroid function impacts the gut, see Episode 27 of this podcast.

Link to my website

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my free guide


Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

17 Jan 2025Episode 30: How to heal IBS and IBD in a way that integrates mind, body, and environment00:16:27

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The episode explores the complexities of chronic gut issues, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to healing that encompasses the physical body, environmental influences, and emotional regulation. 

Listeners are encouraged to reconsider quick-fix solutions like supplements in favor of a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of health challenges.

Topics covered include: 

• Discussing the "Pill for an Ill" trap 
• Emphasizing a whole-person approach to health 
• Importance of addressing the physical body in healing 
• Exploring joyful movement and personalizing physical activity 
• Significance of nutrition and targeted dietary recommendations 
• Assessing environmental factors and reducing toxins 
• The role of circadian rhythm in overall health 
• Techniques for emotional regulation and nervous system health 
• Encouraging a multifaceted strategy for long-term wellness

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

24 Jan 2025Episode 31: Overcoming Caffeine and Sugar Addictions in Order to Restore Gut Health00:21:29

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This episode highlights the psychological underpinnings of caffeine and sugar dependencies, emphasizing the need for deeper emotional understanding to achieve true health. 

I discuss the roles of stress, trauma, and the HPA axis while providing strategies for breaking free from these habits.

Areas touched on include: 

• Exploring the hidden psychology behind caffeine and sugar addictions 
• The importance of the mind-body connection in health 
• Stress as a significant driver for cravings and dependencies 
• Understanding the impact of caffeine on the HPA axis and energy levels 
• The inflammatory effects of sugar on gut health 
• Addressing emotional and psychological issues for lasting change

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

31 Jan 2025Episode 32: How Chinese Medicine Can Support Gut Healing, with Brehan Crawford00:56:48

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This episode explores the intersection of gut health and Traditional Chinese Medicine with Brehan Crawford, highlighting his journey from personal health struggles to professional success in treating chronic ailments. 

Key points include the significance of Qi, the balance between dietary choices and gut health, whether or not to treat parasitic infections, and the complexities of modern chronic illnesses rooted in lifestyle and generational factors. 

• Brehan's journey from severe gut issues to health 
• The definition and importance of Qi in our bodies 
• Understanding gasotransmitters and their role in digestion 
• The drawbacks of severely restrictive diets and the importance of balance 
• Insights on Gu syndrome and whether parasites should be treated or not
• The role of ancestral trauma in modern health challenges 
• Highlighting the efficacy and evolution of herbal medicine today 
• Exploring holistic practices like Qigong for improved wellness

Follow Brehan on FB/IG/TikTok: @crawford_wellness

Brehan’s website: https://beacons.ai/crawfordwellness

For Brehan’s free guide on best practices for gut health and Qi gong group practice:

https://www.skool.com/chorus-circle

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

07 Feb 2025Episode 33: Exploring Frequency Medicine and Biblical Healing, with Rob Renee01:09:39

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Rob Renee shares his transformative journey from a near-fatal accident to becoming an advocate for holistic health and natural solutions. He emphasizes the importance of faith, personal empowerment, and the balance of mind, body, and spirit in the healing process, uncovering truths about the limitations of the pharmaceutical system and introducing innovative approaches such as frequency medicine.

• Rob's near-fatal accident and its transformative impact 
• Shift towards holistic health and natural healing 
• Exploring frequency medicine and its healing potential 
• The role of faith in recovery and personal empowerment 
• Insights into Rob’s health journey and product offerings 
• Chronic fatigue and the importance of addressing root causes 
• Self-research as a tool for health empowerment 
• Emphasizing the union of spirit, mind, and body for wellness

Follow Rob on FB, Linked In, and IG: 

https://www.facebook.com/rob.rene

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robrene/

https://www.instagram.com/exodusstrong/

Rob’s websites: https://exodusstrong.com/ and www.robrenehealth.com

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Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

14 Feb 2025Episode 34: Understanding and Managing Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)00:27:48

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This episode explores Small Intestinal Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO), shedding light on its causes, symptoms, and ways to eradicate it. We discuss the complexity of SIBO, its ties to IBS, and the need for holistic approaches to managing gut health.

• Understanding SIBO and its definition
• Common symptoms associated with SIBO 
• Key causes that lead to SIBO development 
• Impact of stomach acid and enzyme levels 
• Correlation between food poisoning and IBS 
• Role of the migrating motor complex 
• Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors as a contributing factor 
• Importance of testing for SIBO 
• Treatment options: pharmaceuticals, herbal approaches, and elemental diets 
• Discussion of chronic SIBO and underlying conditions 
• Importance of a holistic approach in treatment strategies

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

21 Feb 2025Episode 35: Are Probiotics Helpful for IBS and IBD?00:18:17

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This episode discusses probiotics in gut health management, discussing when and why they may fail to deliver results. Listeners are encouraged to focus on product quality, understand the complexities of SIBO, and evaluate hidden digestive issues that may be impacting their gut health. 

• Importance of probiotic quality 
• Common misconceptions about probiotics 
• Why certain probiotics can worsen SIBO and IBS symptoms 
• Differences between Lactobacilli and spore-based probiotics 
• Need for comprehensive gut assessments 
• Influence of the nervous system on gut health 
• Considerations for a holistic approach to addressing gut issues 

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

28 Feb 2025Episode 36: Exploring Hidden Health Hazards in Everyday Life, with Dee Davidson00:56:30

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Discover the powerful connection between gut health and hormones in this episode featuring Dee Davidson, a functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner. We explore personal struggles with infertility, the role of stress in hormonal health, and the importance of a holistic approach to wellness.

• Dee's journey towards holistic health 
• The significance of gut health in hormonal balance 
• Stress, cortisol levels, and their effects on the body 
• The role of dietary choices in managing health 
• Importance of testing and individualized care 
• Education as a tool for sustainable wellness 
• Emphasizing lifelong health strategies and balance

Dee's website: www.confidentlyloveyourself.com

Connect with Dee on Instagram: @confidently_love_yourself

Dee's podcast Confidently Balance Your Hormones

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

07 Mar 2025Episode 37: Using "Stickability" for Lasting Health Habits, with Leigh Brandon00:59:47

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Understanding the concept of "Stickability" can transform how individuals approach their health goals, making it essential for long-term success. Listeners learn about the interplay between motivation, subconscious patterns, and core values and how they can implement these insights in their health journeys.

• Introduction of Leigh Brandon's Stickability process 
• Importance of behavior change for sustained health 
• Identifying and overcoming common obstacles to success 
• The role of subconscious behaviors in maintaining health goals 
• Utilizing core values to strengthen commitment 
• Resilience in the face of setbacks as a learning opportunity 
• Creating supportive environments to enhance progress 
• Final thoughts on self-empowerment and lasting change

Stickability Workbook

Connect with Leigh:

https://www.bodychek.co.uk

https://stickabilitycourse.com

https://www.instagram.com/radicalhealthrebel/

https://radicalhealthrebel.com/

Leigh’s podcast Radical Health Rebel

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

27 Sep 2024Episode 20: How to properly detox mold and minimize future exposures, with Patty Picinich (Mold Series Part 5)00:28:46

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:45) why toxic mold exposure causes different symptoms in different people and hits certain people harder than others


  • (5:30) why the body’s detoxification pathways need to be working properly to recover from mold illness and how to support these pathways


  • (8:35) why you often need to go low and slow with supporting mold detoxification and why mold sick people often can’t tolerate herbal or antibiotics treatments well


  • (12:45) why mold sick people often end up with some level of trauma or PTSD just from navigating mold illness


  • (14:00) precautions you can take to prevent mold from hitchhiking into your home from other moldy buildings


  • (18:00) how you can mitigate mold exposure in hotels if you travel


  • (23:00) why you shouldn’t transfer any soft, porous items and furnishing from your moldy home to a new, clean home


Patty Picinich’s Instagram handle @pattypicinichwellness and website and email: pattypicinichwellness.com

pattypicinich@gmail.com


Cellcore products


Microbalance Health Products (EC3 laundry solution and foggers)


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

20 Sep 2024Episode 19: How to recover successfully from mold toxicity, with Patty Picinich (Mold Series Part 4)00:38:56

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (2:30) Patty’s mold exposure story and what she did wrong when she found mold in her home


  • (4:22) why doctors often miss mold toxic patients, how to test for mold toxicity, and why you need to be your own health detective


  • (6:50) why heating the gut is so important if you struggle with mold toxicity


  • (10:30) how home testing for hidden mold has evolved over the last 15 years and why it’s so important to work with a good indoor environmental professional to assess your home


  • (15:00) why it’s important to run either an ERMI or HERTSMI2 test on your home and work spaces


  • (18:00) the difference between air sampling and dust sampling for mold


  • (21:00) why you can still be sick from toxic mold after you move out of your moldy home


  • (24:00) why chronic yeast infections might be a sign that you’re mold toxic


  • (26:40) why it can be hard to properly remediate a water damaged home, and what you can do if you can’t fully remediate


Patty Picinich’s Instagram handle @pattypicinichwellness and website: www.pattypicinichwellness.com


Dr. Ritchie Shoemakers website: www.survivingmold.com


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

06 Dec 2024Episode 27: How the thyroid impacts gut health and hormones, with Abby Vallejo01:13:45

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In this episode we discuss:

  • Symptoms of low thyroid
  • How the thyroid works (chain of command)
  • The difference between conventional and function thyroid testing:
  • Important nutrient cofactors for good thyroid function
  • Root causes of low thyroid
  • The impact of low thyroid on the gut
  • Why going wheat-free is so critical if you have a thyroid issue



Find Abby at https://balancedhormonesvip.com/ 


Join her FB group for women: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women 


Access her free PDF resource: Why Your Diet & Exercise Plan Isn't Working & What to do Instead https://balancedhormonesvip.com/free-resource/


Join her women's membership: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women VIP


Link to Abby’s podcast episode with Jasmine Fulwood, a gluten-free chef:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6D6lFtpERCVRlp1qbz0Ljj?si=0fNnXWN_SFeaMtXFhdrpBQ


Link to Dr. David Brownstein’s book Iodine, Why You Need It Why You Can’t Live Without It


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

03 May 2024Episode 5: What is the difference between conventional lab testing and functional lab testing?00:26:53

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:05) Overview of the difference between conventional lab testing and functional lab testing
  • (2:00) Why conventional testing really only benefits insurance and pharmaceutical companies and not the health consumer in terms of getting to the root cause
  • (5:00) Why a doctor may not be the best option to help you identify root cause factors driving your symptoms
  • (9:45) Example of a functional thyroid test and why it’s important to look at a number of markers to really understand thyroid function
  • (18:05) Example of a functional stool test side by side with a conventional stool test and the major differences
  • (25:30) Why it’s important to be your own health advocate and understand the tests your doctor (or any other practitioner) runs for you


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen

Link to my free guide

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

21 Jun 2024Episode 11: Bad functional medicine advice that prompts people to buy programs that don’t work00:19:50

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:50) Why it’s so important to understand all of the facets needed in a truly functional approach to achieve your health goals
  • (3:50) The three pieces of bad advice prospective clients are given that cause them to fall short in selecting the right practitioner or program. Number one: following a one-size-fits-all diet or box solution.
  • (8:55) Bad piece of advice number two: investing a couple thousand dollars in functional testing as a pre-requisite and/or working with practitioners who only “treat the paper.”
  • (16:23) Bad piece of advice number three: choosing a low priced automated program to resolve your symptoms that does not include one-on-one practitioner support and guidance.


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

02 Aug 2024Episode 14: Why we need to heal emotionally to heal physically, with Kelsey Weaver (Part 3)00:44:28

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (2:20) why aspects like self worth, self trust, and quality of relationships impact on physical health outcomes 
  • (10:00) forgiveness, and processing stored anger and resentment may be a necessary part of the healing journey and often goes hand in hand with liver congestion 
  • (16:15) why you need to adequately prepared, both psychologically and physically, to do an intense cleanse, like a liver cleanse and why following trendy diets like a ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting could be problematic 
  • (22:00) was it intermittent fasting that worked or the boundary it created that led to weight loss?
  • (25:30) why it’s so hard as a lay person to know which functional medicine philosophy or practitioner to follow
  • (31:00) most people are having lingering symptoms because they are not doing the foundations of health well enough and consistently enough
  • (37:00) healthy food choices and lifestyles choices have to be a conscious, reaffirming decision to work in the long haul


Kelsey’s website: theholistichealthlab.com

Kelsey’s IG handle: @healthwithkelsey


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

08 Jun 2024Episode 10: Mistakes I made early in my career and what I learned00:22:07

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:30) Why making mistakes is part of the process all great practitioners go through, and why this is so important
  • (2:30) The four mistakes I made early on in my career that ultimately led me to greater growth as a practitioner - mistake #1: not using functional testing
  • (8:22) The four mistakes I made early on in my career that ultimately led me to greater growth as a practitioner - mistake #2: not creating a library of educational and step-by-step resources to support my clients
  • (14:03) The four mistakes I made early on in my career that ultimately led me to greater growth as a practitioner - mistake #3: not asking my clients to commit to at least 3 months of work together
  • (17:45) The four mistakes I made early on in my career that ultimately led me to greater growth as a practitioner - mistake #4: not having skills to offer my clients dealing with stress and trauma


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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

25 May 2024Episode 8: Why a Plant Based Diet is Terrible for IBS/IBD00:32:11

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (1:09) Why a plant based diet is not a great approach for people struggling with gut symptoms
  • (2:15) What defines a plant based diet
  • (3:22) How stress impacts the ability to digest plant based foods
  • (4:30) The properties that make plants difficult to digest
  • (7:15) How different elimination diets designed to help IBS eliminate or reduce certain plant based foods
  • (10:35) Why robust upper GI function is crucial for proper digestion of plant based foods
  • (15:26) How the high fiber content of a plant based diet can aggravate IBS and IBD symptoms
  • (18:45) Why the anti-nutrient component of plants can play a role in aggravating gut symptoms
  • -(26:05) Epidemiological studies are not enough to prove that a plant based diet is “healthier”
  • (29:00) Why it’s important to consider whether or not the practitioner you choose to work with has personally experienced chronic gut symptoms and has personally test driven various diets.

Link to register for my Seven Part Video Series and Gut Jumpstart Bundle

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

11 Oct 2024Episode 22: Are you DIY fixing your own health issues (to your own detriment), with Abby Vallejo (Part 2)00:44:34

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In this episode we discuss:


  • (2:00) why DIY restrictive diets rarely work in the  long term and don’t ultimately address root cause factors


  • (5:00) why repeat food sensitivity testing is not the solution to gut issues


  • (9:00) the problem with running too many tests, or the wrong tests


  • (12:30) why it might not be possible to regain tolerance to every single food, even though the goal is to increase the number of foods a client can tolerate as much as possible 


  • (16:30) the real limitations with trying to fix your health issues on your own


  • (21:00) the biggest limitations with taking a “fix it fast” approach to your health issues


  • (23:30) why not investing in a holistic health expert to help you reach your goals actually costs you more money and more time wasted over the long haul


  • (25:30) the shortcomings with muscle testing and biofeedback machines


  • (32:00) why women are not encouraged to ask questions, which can make it hard to feel empowered in a conventional medical setting 


Spotify link to Episode 4: Why you can’t fix IBS with food sensitivity testing alone


Find Abby at https://balancedhormonesvip.com/ 


Join her FB group for women: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women 


Access her free PDF resource: Why Your Diet & Exercise Plan Isn't Working & What to do Instead https://balancedhormonesvip.com/free-resource/


Join her women's membership: Balanced Hormones, Empowered Women VIP



Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

22 Nov 2024Episode 26: Why heart rate variability is important for gut health00:17:08

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In this episode I discuss:

  • The pros and cons of wearable biometric tracking devices
  • What heart rate variability (HRV) is, and what a “good” HRV is
  • Why I love the Oura Ring as an HRV tracker
  • An overview of the sleep, readiness, and activity scores the Oura Ring provides



Heartmath Inner Balance: https://store.heartmath.com/innerbalance


Link to order an Oura Ring at 10% off: https://ouraring.com/raf/222f6fb737?utm_medium=iac_raf


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Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

06 Sep 2024Episode 17: The link between mold toxicity and Lyme disease (Mold Series Part 2)00:22:17

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In this episode I discuss:

  • (3:00) why histamine overproduction is common with mold toxicity and the symptoms associated with this


  • (4:55) why fermented foods can drive IBS symptoms, especially if there is an underlying toxic mold component


  • (6:55) the Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, histamine, mold toxicity connection


  • (8:55) signs and symptoms that make me think a client might have toxic mold exposure and which tests to run to confirm mold exposure


  • (12:20) the Lyme-mold connection and why it is so common for someone to struggle with both of these at the same time



Dr. Ritchie Shoemakers website: www.survivingmold.com


Link to my website

Link to a free 15 minute Gut Check Call

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Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

Link to my free guide

Link to a free 20 minute Gut Check Call

Link to my website

Disclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.

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