The Colitis Healing Path (Marc McLean)
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| 04 Oct 2023 | 20 | I've Drunk Aloe Vera For Digestive Health For The Past 1,581 Days | Marie Brobyn | 00:26:07 | |
Aloe vera is only used for healthy skin, right? Wrong. This healing plant is also a great natural medicine for gut health. It’s not well known, but aloe vera drinks and gels can help with IBS, SIBO, bloating, lowering inflammation, and bringing calm to the digestive tract. This has been disputed by some people in the digestive health world – even described as a ‘trend’ – but aloe vera has been used for centuries due to its healing properties for your skin and digestive system. In this week’s episode, we chat with Marie Brobyn. She’s an English acupuncturist who not only recommends aloe vera to her patients with gut issues but uses it to overcome her own digestive problems. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…
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| 06 Sep 2023 | 16 | 3 Unconventional Tips For Better Digestion | 00:10:04 | |
Better digestion is not just about chew your food slowly, having a sip of water, or making sure you’re taking probiotics supplements. There are various natural ways you can prepare the body well for each meal – so that you can give your digestive system a helping hand and maximise nutrient absorption. In this episode, host Marc McLean shares three ‘unconventional’ tips/methods that he uses to improve digestion. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…
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| 26 May 2023 | 9 | Human Design: Your Roadmap To A More Fulfilling Life | Amanda Foley | 00:41:55 | |
If you’re into astrology, spirituality, personality profiling…all of that good stuff…then this is the episode for you. We’re diving into ‘Human Design’, which is a ridiculously interesting tool being used by a growing army of fans all over the world. They claim it's like a roadmap to a more fulfilling life. Human Design is a spiritual methodology which uses a mix of astrology and various ancient sciences such as the I’Ching and Kabbalah…to help you understand exactly how you best operate in the world and get clarity on your purpose. In this week’s episode, we chat with Human Design expert Amanda Foley, the founder of Curate Your Soul. Amanda uses Human Design (and its spin-off ‘The Gene Keys’) to help business owners thrive and expand by getting clear on their vision, purpose, and messaging. Human Design might sound a bit 'woo-woo'….but it’s mind-blowingly fascinating. In this episode, Amanda explains how it all works and how you can benefit from it. LINKS/RESOURCES * Download your Human Design chart at: https://www.curateyoursoul.com/bodygraph-chart * Check out Amanda’s website here: https://www.curateyoursoul.com/ WORK WITH AMANDA If you’re interested in learning more or working with Amanda, she is currently offering an upcoming 8-week live group experience, starting on June 13th, for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to learn how to use Human Design & The Gene Keys in their business messaging and promotion. Y You can learn more at www.curateyoursoul.com/curate-your-genius * Self-Optimized listeners can access the early bird rate by noting ‘Self-Optimized’ in the referral section of the application form. | |||
| 13 Sep 2023 | 17 | Bloated Belly S.O.S...How To Prevent Bloating | 00:15:44 | |
Are you sick and tired of hearing advice like ‘drink more water’, or ‘eat more fibre’, as you deal with uncomfortable bloating? We hear ya. There are countless people trying to figure out how to prevent bloating these days as digestive issues are so common. That’s the focus in this week’s episode, titled ‘Bloated Belly S.O.S…How To Prevent Bloating’, as host Marc McLean discusses the issues he used to face with IBS, and what he learned to overcome them. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…
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| 20 Sep 2023 | 18 | Why Haven't I Been Taught More About My Gut Health Condition? | 00:16:14 | |
Do you feel like you’ve not been taught much about your gut health condition? Are you still trying to figure out exactly what’s going on – and learn more yourself about what’s caused it, what kind of diet you should follow etc? You’re not alone. This week’s episode has been inspired by one of the show’s listeners, a woman called Leanne from Scotland, who recently sent me a message on social media asking: “Why haven’t I been taught more about my condition by the medical profession?” In this episode, For Gut Sake host Marc McLean shares his views and similar experiences to Leanne. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…
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| 08 Nov 2023 | 23 | From Suppressed Emotions to Gut Healing: Unravelling the IBS Puzzle | Anna Van Echten (Pt.II) | 00:23:51 | |
In the depths of her gut struggles, Anna Van Echten realised that healing her gut wasn't just about diets and supplements, but about diving into the depths of her emotions. What Anna unravelled will really get you thinking about IBS and emotions, and issues like emotional eating, in a new way. * How to unlock the connection between gut health and emotional wellbeing for a happier life. * On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annavanechtenholisticguthealthcoach * On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna_guthealthcoach/ HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | 1 | How To Heal Your Gut Naturally...What An 8-Year Alternative Health Journey Taught Me | 00:24:58 | |
Are you struggling with gut issues? Have you tried every diet ever invented, along with countless other steps to try and fix your dodgy digestive system? In this episode, you’ll learn: * The extreme lengths I went to try and recover my gut health naturally. * The 4 key pieces of the puzzle that I discovered were necessary to restore wellness. * The best pieces of advice I learned from alternative health teachers on how to heal your gut naturally. CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | 5 | Magic Mushrooms Therapy | The Psychedelics Expert Who Has Guided Hundreds Of Transformational Journeys | Graham Jack | 00:27:30 | |
This week's guest is Graham Jack, who is a trained psilocybin (magic) mushrooms facilitator in Portugal. He guides and supports people in magic mushroom therapy sessions as they go on a deep inner journey, exploring their own psyche, and overcoming all sorts of issues from anxiety and depression to panic attacks and insomnia. Graham has guided people through more than 300 sessions and also works hand in hand with a psychologist. The world is slowly waking up to the immense power of this natural medicine when used responsibly, and there are now countless studies demonstrating the remarkable healing effects that magic mushrooms have on the brain. In this interview with Graham, you’ll hear: * His personal story about a battle with depression for over 20 years, and how nature provided the relief that mainstream medicine couldn’t. * How Graham’s Sanctum Retreat operates and why he believes these sessions can help people unlock their true potential. * What each psilocybin mushrooms therapy session involves. * Incredible results he’s witnessed – and you’ll also hear feedback from people whose lives have changed dramatically after these experiences. LINKS/RESOURCES To learn more about psilocybin mushrooms therapy at Graham's Sanctum Retreat, visit: www.sanctumportugal.com Books on the topic recommended by Graham: * Decomposing The Shadow - by James Jesso. Available on Amazon by clicking here. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 25 Oct 2023 | 22 | How To Heal IBS...A Gut Health Coach Shares Her Journey | Anna Van Echten (Pt.I) | 00:28:12 | |
This week’s episode is titled, How To Heal IBS…A Gut Health Coach Shares Her Journey. The special guest is Anna Van Echten, who is a holistic gut health coach from Christchurch in New Zealand. She’s a personal trainer, health and life coach, wife and mum. Anna suffered from severe digestive issues which resulted in IBS, eczema, acne, period pains, daily sugar cravings and huge stress physically, mentally and emotionally. But she found a way to heal gut problems naturally – and now runs a coaching community helping other people to do the same. IN THIS WEEK’S EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER: * The symptoms Anna was dealing with, which you will likely relate to, and what she discovered was a major cause. * How medications often don’t help the situation and what Anna did instead. * Why she believes that shifting your identity around your gut issues is crucial to getting well again. * Her thoughts on what else is most important on learning how to heal IBS. CONNECT WITH ANNA * Follow Anna on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/annavanechtenholisticguthealthcoach * You can also connect with Anna on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/anna_guthealthcoach/ HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 12 May 2023 | 8 | Mount Everest Hero’s Rescue Mission…And Shock At Discovering 14 Frozen Corpses | Neil McDonald | 00:41:15 | |
When Neil McDonald began his trek on Mount Everest in 2012, he was enthusiastic about the ascent and focused on raising a huge chunk of money for a diabetes charity. But the Scotsman had no clue about the drama that lay ahead as he made his way up the world’s tallest mountain. At around 8,000m in the skies, Neil came across a man who was trapped in his ropes and barely surviving. What would he do? If he left the man, he’d most likely be dead within a few hours. If he tried to rescue him so high up the mountain, there was a high likelihood they’d both end up dead. And then there were the frozen corpses scattered around Everest… None of the guides had warned Neil about the bodies of the climbers who had perished on Everest. The Scottish climber wasn’t mentally prepared for stumbling across so many of them. ‘When did they die?’ ‘Could I end up in the same trouble as them?’ Just some of the questions that raced through his mind in the trek that pushed the Scotsman to the edge physically, mentally and emotionally. | |||
| 07 Jul 2023 | 12 | Could Mineral Deficiencies Be Causing Your Health Issues? | Lexie Haren | 00:25:29 | |
This week’s guest is Lexie Haren…a mineral specialist and holistic wellness expert who helps people overcome health hurdles through balance, nourishment and getting to root cause issues… Which she finds are often mineral deficiencies. Magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium are just some of the key minerals essential for the body to function properly at the cellular level. * Reasons why so many people are deficient in minerals these days. * Her own story about how her health crashed big time…to eventually reclaiming her vitality after working on her body’s mineral balance. * What we can do to get our minerals in check….along with some ‘mineral and adrenal cocktail’ recipes. LINKS/RESOURCES Lexie’s website: https://www.harenholistics.com/ Download free ‘mineral & adrenal cocktail’ recipes here: https://www.harenholistics.com/downloadable HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 22 Nov 2023 | 24 | How To Heal Ulcerative Colitis Through The Power Of Nutrition | Ania Gackowska | 00:25:20 | |
Can you imagine being told at 28 that you'd be on medication for the rest of your life? This is the harsh reality Ania Gackowska faced when she was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. * Ania's struggles with ulcerative colitis and what she learned about root causes of the disease. * Ania's website: https://healwithania.com/ HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | 25 | My Ridiculously Simple Healthy Gut Diet Plan (That You Can Actually Maintain!) | 00:31:20 | |
Do you jump from one diet to the next trying to improve your gut health? Do you get confused by all the conflicting information out there on what foods you should avoid and what you should eat more of? Wouldn’t life be simpler if we had a simple healthy gut diet plan to follow? In this week’s episode, Marc McLean, host of the For Gut Sake podcast, reveals the simplified approach he’s had great success with in maintaining good gut health (having overcome both IBS and ulcerative colitis). Medication free for the past five years, Marc shares what works best for him when it comes to eating healthily and also balancing our natural desire for treats and favourite foods. IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * Why Marc doesn’t believe in the concept of ‘diet plans’. * The straightforward lifestyle changes he has adopted instead. * His 4 key lifestyle changes and nutritional approaches that are easy to implement and maintain. * The supplements he uses daily to address nutritional deficiencies and look after his gut. CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 20 Dec 2023 | 26 | How To Reverse IBS Symptoms – Straight-talking From An Expert Dietitian | Mike Sweeney | 00:49:46 | |
Mike Sweeney openly admits that he used to drink heavily, was obese for years, and struggled with mental health issues and IBS. These days, he's a superfit dietitian with the NHS who dedicates himself to showing people how to reverse IBS, type II diabetes, and many other chronic health conditions. Mike is like a walking, talking encyclopedia on nutrition. And what makes Mike’s advice much more impactful is the fact that he experienced IBS himself…aswell as the alcoholism, being overweight, and dealing with depression and anxiety. Tune in to hear Mike's insights on nutrition and what's wrong with the current approach in healthcare. Plus, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation on ultra-processed foods and their impacts on our health, with practical dietary advice you wouldn't want to miss. IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * What were the three key factors in Mike overcoming IBS, obesity, alcoholism, depression and anxiety. * Why Mike doesn’t follow the Low FODMAP diet and, while he’s trained in it, he hasn’t once had to share it with patients. * A simple tweak he recommends people with IBS make to their diet to get symptoms under control. * A cheap solution for chronic constipation you can buy in most supermarkets…that’s all natural and has worked with lots of Mike’s patients. * And so much more! CONNECT WITH MIKE Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelowcarb_rd CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 03 Jan 2024 | 27 | Why Ancient Breathing Techniques Can Transform Your Gut Health | Niraj Naik | 00:45:08 | |
Discover the power of ancient breathing techniques for gut health transformation in this rollercoaster episode with Niraj Naik – the founder of global breathwork and meditation organisation Soma Breath. Yogic breathwork practices that were first used thousands of years ago are becoming increasingly popular these days for healing and improving wellbeing. But how exactly can they help you to heal your gut? How can something as basic as the breath work its magic on your dysfunctional digestive system? That’s the question our special guest Niraj is going to answer in this week’s episode. While he and his team at Soma Breath have helped countless people transform their health, Niraj only got onto that path after a serious struggle with ulcerative colitis. From passing blood 40 times a day and with a bleak future in front of him, Niraj went onto heal himself naturally and kickstart a phenomenal worldwide movement that’s helping others to reclaim their health and happiness. CONNECT WITH NIRAJ Website: https://www.somabreath.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nirajnaikofficial/ IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * How Niraj managed to overcome ulcerative colitis after going back to his roots. * How to do specific ancient breathing techniques…and how Niraj supercharges the healing process by adding music and mantras. * He’ll also share an incredible story about doing deeper inner work – and discovering a surprise root cause of his gut issues. * …and please stick around to the end because Niraj also gives you free access to a powerful breathwork masterclass. 00:00:32 – Introduction 00:04:10 – Career crisis followed by ulcerative colitis 00:08:40 – Turning to his Indian roots for healing 00:13:36 – Passing blood 40 times per day 00:18:06 – The breathing techniques explained 00:25:47 – Negative emotions affecting physical health 00:30:07 – Life-changing darkness retreat 00:34:38 – Powerful healing mantras 00:39:03 – Paradigm shifting for true healing 00:40:56 – Advice for overcoming ulcerative colitis HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 17 Jan 2024 | 28 | Comedian with Crohn’s Disease Shares Two Unexpected Keys To Remission | Matt Nagin | 00:33:44 | |
Crohn’s Disease is no laughing matter…but for comedian and writer Matt Nagin, plenty of jokes and joy were the perfect prescription. Matt Nagin was first diagnosed with this inflammatory bowel condition 33 years ago. After all this time – and several surgeries – Matt is in full remission and has been medication free for the past two years. It’s all down to numerous holistic healing and lifestyle changes that Matt has implemented, along with two other key factors. Based in Alabama in the US, and an active supporter of Crohn’s and Colitis charities, Matt joined us on the For Gut Sake podcast this week to share his incredible Crohn’s healing story. Matt’s easily the funniest dude we’ve had on the show! And somehow we ended up with Matt rapping about Crohn’s, his toilet troubles…and disasters on dates with girls. We asked Matt: “What were the most effective and beneficial steps you took to regain your health?” His answers might surprise you, and take you down a road you weren’t really expecting… CONNECT WITH MATT Website: http://mattnagin.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/naginplease Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naginplease/ YouTube: @naginplease IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * How Matt ‘accidentally’ lost his appendix before being diagnosed with Crohn’s. * What it was like trying to cope with this serious gut condition as a kid in the 1990s. * The two surprise factors Matt attributes to his Crohn’s going into remission. * He’ll also share a crazy story about what happened when he was collecting an award at a Crohn’s and Colitis charity event. * …and you don’t wanna miss his hilarious rap tune from ‘Lil Crohn$y’! KEY MOMENTS 00:00:39 – Introduction 00:02:12 – Crohn’s diagnosis…and a lost appendix 00:09:03 – Power of natural healing 00:13:36 – Passing blood 40 times per day 00:16:15 – Comedy is medicine 00:17:08 – Rap tune 00:20:09 – Shock at charity event 00:21:55 – Humour for healing 00:25:25 – Placebo is real 00:27:38 – Matt’s advice on Crohn’s HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 14 Feb 2024 | 29 | What My Battles With IBS And Endometriosis Taught Me | Bethany O’Toole | 00:30:31 | |
Gut health coach Bethany O’Toole battled both IBS and endometriosis for a LONG time. Decades of digestive troubles were coupled with this debilitating reproductive condition…and Bethany was warned she’d likely need surgery to have her womb removed in her early 20s! Bethany told medics, “no chance”…and went down a rabbithole for years and was successful in finding natural solutions to reverse her health issues. Following her own serious health battle, Bethany was fired up to become a gut health coach and she now primarily helps other women with IBS and all the terrible symptoms that go hand in hand with a dysfunctional gut. IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * That Bethany’s dealings are mainly with constipated women…who don’t actually realise they are constipated. * Why healing her gut naturally was the single most important step Bethany took in reversing her endometriosis symptoms. * Gut microbiome lab work she does with clients – and the amazing insights this provides. * The best natural supplements that Bethany recommends to clients for gut healing. * …and plenty more. CONNECT WITH BETHANY Website: https://www.bethanyotoole.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanyotoolehealth RESOURCES Bethany’s recommended gut healing supplements: Mucin + – click here. Slippery Elm – click here. Marshmallow root tea – click here. PHGG powder – click here. My Sensate (Quote BETHANYOTOOLE for £20 off) – click here. PHGG powder – click here. If you’ve got value from listening to any of the For Gut Sake podcast episodes, and would like to help it reach more people, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 28 Feb 2024 | 30 | The Magic Of Goat’s Milk Kefir For Gut Health | Shann Nix Jones | 00:45:08 | |
Looking for an all-natural solution to gut problems, mental health issues, and even skin problems? It’s here – with the magic of goat’s milk kefir. This super powerful probiotic drink has been proven to deliver all of these health benefits. In this episode, we chat with Shann Nix Jones, an author and owner of Chuckling Goat, a farm in Wales which supplies people all over the UK with goat’s milk kefir. Chuckling Goat has become the country’s leading gut health company, with a full team of nutritional experts and scientists supporting its work. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER… * The problems with standard kefir and probiotic products you find on supermarket shelves. * How the Chuckling Goat’s milk kefir actually helped to save Shann’s husband’s life. * The four biggest enemies to a healthy gut microbiome. * Why drinking goat’s milk kefir has been shown to help ease anxiety and depression. * The amazing results goat’s milk kefir has with skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. KEY MOMENTS 00:00:25 – Introduction 00:02:37 – The King Of Kefirs 00:04:39 – Goat’s Milk Kefir vs Supermarket Kefir 00:10:52 – Kefir Helped Save My Husband’s Life 00:16:36 – Skin Issues Are Rooted In The Gut 00:22:55 – Serotonin & The Gut 00:27:34 – Link Between IBS, Anxiety & Depression 00:33:16 – Gut Microbiome & Skin Issues 00:41:21 – Start Slowly With Kefir CONNECT WITH SHANN Website: https://www.chucklinggoat.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chucklinggoat Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChucklingGoat CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 13 Mar 2024 | 31 | Top 10 Gut Health Tips You Really Don’t Wanna Miss... | 00:35:57 | |
Why pick up just one or two gut health tips when you can have 10?! As it’s the first birthday of the podcast, we’re right in the mood for celebrating…and have pulled together some of the best snippets from the amazing guests we’ve had on the show over the last 12 months. From dietitians and functional medicine experts to gut health authors and even comedians, we’ve had some incredible people sharing their stories and advice on how to heal the gut naturally (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s Disease, and IBS primarily). KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – It’s Been A Year 00:02:56 – Lexie Haren – Mineral Cocktails For Deficiencies 00:05:42 – Anna Van Echten – Do What Feels Right For You 00:07:33 – Matt Nagin – Two Surprising Keys To Healing IBD 00:11:21 – Heidi Moretti – 3 Key Supplements 00:13:23 – Gary Evans – Bathe In The Forest 00:17:15 – Ania Gackowska – The Power Of Belief 00:20:28 – Shann Nix Jones – Super Probiotics For Balancing The Gut Microbiome 00:25:34 – Mike Sweeney – All-Natural Constipation Solution 00:27:29 – Niraj Naik – Powerful Breathwork Practice 00:32:32 – Bethany O’Toole – Don’t Try To Fix Everything At Once CONNECT WITH THESE GUEST EXPERTS Lexie Haren - http://www.harenholistics.com/ Anna Van Echten -https://www.facebook.com/annavanechtenholisticguthealthcoach Matt Nagin - http://mattnagin.com/ Heidi Moretti - https://thehealthyrd.com/ Gary Evans - https://tfb.institute/ Ania Gackowska - https://healwithania.com/ Shann Nix Jones - https://www.chucklinggoat.co.uk/ Mike Sweeney - https://twitter.com/thelowcarb_rd Niraj Naik - https://www.somabreath.com/ Bethany O’Toole - https://www.bethanyotoole.com/ SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the For Gut Sake podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 27 Mar 2024 | 31 | Why Sauna Therapy Is This Naturopathic Doctor’s Top Health Hack | Dr Erin Ellis | 00:22:48 | |
Sauna therapy is an amazing health tool which Dr Erin Ellis has used to full effect in her own cancer healing journey. The naturopathic doctor also advises her patients to utilise saunas for health optimisation – and explains all the reasons why in this chat. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER… * The many health benefits of sauna therapy. * The biggest lessons Dr Erin Ellis learned after being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer aged 31. * Why she describes her work as being a ‘root cause detective’. * Dr Erin’s reminder that our symptoms are messages from the body. * Her top three health tips. KEY MOMENTS 00:00:30 – Introduction 00:02:03 – Sauna Therapy 00:04:58 – Root Cause Detectives 00:09:13 – I Beat Cancer 00:16:50 – Symptoms Are Messages 00:19:19 – Dr Erin’s Health Tips CONNECT WITH DR ERIN ELLIS Website – https://hopenaturalhealth.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 10 Apr 2024 | 32 | Gut Health Struggles? Seven Words Of Advice… | 00:18:31 | |
Navigating through gut health problems can be extremely confusing – especially when the advice you’re given isn’t adding up. Or maybe you’re simply not receiving enough guidance from your doctor, or at the hospital. In this episode, host Marc McLean discusses these common scenarios and one of the key pieces of advice he shares with people starting out on a journey to restore their gut health. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER… * The seven words that Marc shares with anyone struggling with gut health problems. * Why chronic digestive problems are everywhere these days. * Some of the key contributing factors towards gut dysfunction that aren’t widely known. * Why alternative health experts who may be able to help you get your gut health back on track. KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:05:42 – Stats Don’t Lie 00:07:18 – Nutrition Importance 00:12:31 – Trusting Yourself 00:15:31 – Deeper Reasons CONNECT WITH MARC | |||
| 01 May 2024 | 33 | What Does Colitis Remission Really Mean...To YOU? | 00:21:53 | |
Ulcerative Colitis Remission is the ultimate dream when you’re seeing blood in the toilet every day and hating life. Finally reversing your symptoms and feeling back in control of your gut health seems far away for way too many people around the world. In the US, there are around one million dealing with colitis, while here in the UK it’s reportedly 300,000 people. But what exactly does the term remission really mean…and what does it mean exactly to YOU? KEY MOMENTS 00:00:30 – Introduction 00:06:29 – Remission Perspectives 00:11:34 – My Take On Remission 00:16:53 – Three Types 00:17:59 – Importance Of Mindset CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 08 May 2024 | 34 | How 'Earthing' Helped To Reverse My IBD | Jennifer Finlay | 00:32:26 | |
Earthing is a natural health practice which has exploded in popularity in recent years…and for good reason. There is solid science behind the many health benefits of proper skin contact with the earth. In today’s episode, Jennifer Finlay, founder of UK company Earthing Revolution, explains how earthing (also known as grounding) was crucial in helping her to reverse her Crohn’s Disease symptoms and avoid surgery. It might sound a bit far-fetched, but Jennifer explains exactly why earthing indoors and grounding indoors is especially beneficial for people with inflammatory bowel disorders like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s Disease. * How earthing/grounding works to stimulate healing in the body. * The fascinating story about how Jennifer Finlay discovered earthing when she was really struggling with Crohn’s. * The extensive scientific research behind earthing/grounding. * A case study of a woman with ulcerative colitis who saw health improvements within days of grounding...and plenty more. LINKS & RESOURCES * Listeners can benefit from a 15% discount on all products at https://www.earthingrevolution.co.uk/ Simply enter COLITIS15 discount code at the checkout page. (Cannot be used in conjunction with any other existing discounted promotions). * Watch the Earthing movie here: https://www.earthingrevolution.co.uk/pages/the-earthing-movie-the-remarkable-science-of-grounding * Watch 15 mins Earthing movie trailer: https://www.earthingrevolution.co.uk/pages/down-to-earth-15-min-trailer CONNECT WITH JEN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/earthingrevolution/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Earthingrevolution Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk KEY MOMENTS (00:00:38) – Introduction (00:04:35) – Earthing & Grounding Explained (00:07:04) – Gut Health Journey (00:10:36) – Results With Earthing (00:14:02) – Health Benefits (00:19:25) – Disconnection From Nature (00:23:06) – Emotional Stress Link (00:28:44) – Earthing/Grounding Advice HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 15 May 2024 | 35 | The ‘Fast’ Way To Reducing Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms | 00:21:18 | |
Looking for an all-natural way of reducing your ulcerative colitis symptoms...and one that's actually backed by solid science? Fasting is the answer. Ulcerative colitis and intermittent fasting are a match made in heaven. You'll learn why in this episode. You'll also discover: #1 What intermittent fasting is and how it works. #2 My experiences with it – and why I’m a huge fan of fasting for gut healing. #3 The science behind its effectiveness for people diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. #4 Why intermittent fasting is not hard to follow – and a simple approach to implement it into your life. FOR MORE RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE, VISIT: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/ FREE GUT HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:25 – Intermittent Fasting Explained 00:07:32 – My Positive Fasting Experiences 00:14:18 – The Science 00:17:42 – How To Implement Easily SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 22 May 2024 | 36 | My Top 3 Foods To Avoid With Ulcerative Colitis | 00:13:35 | |
Simple dietary choices can be the big difference between staying healthy and balanced – or the trigger for a massive ulcerative colitis flare-up. https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/ FREE GUT HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:31 – #1 Foods To Avoid 00:08:23 – #2 Foods To Avoid 00:11:14 – #3 Foods To Avoid SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 29 May 2024 | 37 | These Toxic Invaders Are Wrecking Your Gut Health | Leigh Brandon | 00:28:47 | |
We’re talking all things detoxification in this episode – and the huge importance of cleansing the body in order to overcome gut health problems. Our special guest, Leigh Brandon, is ridiculously knowledgeable on this topic. Leigh’s a functional medicine expert, a CHEK practitioner, active release therapist, author, and host of the Radical Health Rebel podcast. Detoxing the body and a gut health cleanse are also key steps for reversing ulcerative colitis symptoms naturally, which I share in my ebook Gut Rescue. You can download Gut Rescue: 5 Pillars For Reversing Ulcerative Colitis Naturally here: www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER… * The unique nutritional approach Leigh uses with clients to help them restore their health. * The type of toxins we are exposed to daily and the surprising places and products they come from. * Two different types of detox that Leigh recommends we should all be doing to protect our health. * And plenty more. CONNECT WITH LEIGH Website: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BodyCHEK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radicalhealthrebel/ Check out his books: https://www.bodychek.co.uk/books/ CONNECT WITH MARC Website: https://colitisremission.co.uk/ Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:59 – Functional Medicine and Personalized Nutrition 00:05:32 – The Power of Metabolic Typing in Diet and Health 00:11:26 – Linking Skin Conditions to Gut Health & Environmental Toxins 00:25:21 – Practical Advice for Improving Gut Health SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 05 Jun 2024 | 38 | Tap Water Does WHAT To Your Gut?! | 00:19:53 | |
Being told to drink more water is a universal piece of health advice. Problem is, the h2o that comes out of your taps is often toxic. In this episode, host and integrative nutrition health coach Marc McLean delves deep into why tap water worsens your gut health. FREE ULCERATIVE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue FOR MORE RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE, VISIT: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/ Effect of chlorine water consumption on phenotypic and microbiome development https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/60903/ Exposure to chlorinated drinking water alters the murine fecal microbiota https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38199366/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:06:25 – Nasty Surprise In The Water 00:11:39 – How Chlorine Affects Gut Health 00:17:50 – What You Can Do About It SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 12 Jun 2024 | 39 | How To Discover What's Really Going On With Your Digestive System | 00:23:13 | |
We know the symptoms of ulcerative colitis all too well, but what’s really going on in your long-suffering digestive tract? Wouldn’t it be great if you could take a sneak peek inside to discover why your digestive system is messed up? In this episode, Marc McLean shares all about the gut microbiome test he did, which was completed with the UK’s leading gut health company and scientists from Cambridge University in England. You’ll discover all the really useful information that you can learn from gut biome testing, and Marc also shares the great gut health advice a nutritional therapist gave him after the test. FOR MORE RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE, VISIT: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/ FREE GUT HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:03:04 – Infections That Go Unnoticed 00:05:45 – The Testing Process 00:07:39 – The Results 00:16:30 – Nutritional Therapist’s Advice SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 19 Jun 2024 | 40 | Bioenergetics: The Revolutionary Therapy For More Energy & Vitality | Devaraj Sandberg | 00:29:20 | |
Most of us are walking around with less energy than before, feeling muscle pains, tightness etc somewhere in the body. But what if there was a tool you could use to dissolve these pains, release trapped emotions in the body, and increase your energy and vitality? Bioenergetics – a dynamic form of body-based therapy – can you help you achieve this. In this week’s episode Bionenergetics expert Devaraj Sandberg explains exactly what it is, how you can get started, and the many health benefits you can tap into. This topic is relevant because addressing emotional issues is one of the five pillars for reversing ulcerative colitis symptoms naturally, which I share in my ebook Gut Rescue. You can download Gut Rescue: 5 Pillars For Reversing Ulcerative Colitis Naturally here: www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue CONNECT WITH DEVARAJ Website: https://bioenergetics.org.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevarajSandberg Check out his books: https://bioenergetics.org.uk/therapy-ebook-shop/ CONNECT WITH MARC Website: https://colitisremission.co.uk/ Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:04:00 – Bioenergetics Explained 00:07:39 – Suppressed Emotions 00:10:36 – Body-Based Therapy 00:18:02 – Benefits Of Bioenergetics 00:25:22 – Bioenergetics vs. Yoga SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 26 Jun 2024 | 41 | An Amazing Supplement Proven To Help Combat IBD | Heidi Moretti | 00:26:56 | |
Heidi Moretti, a dietitian and gut health expert with over 25 years of experience, reveals details of a really effective supplement for reversing IBD symptoms. Also the author of the amazing book ‘Gut Fix’, Heidi shares additional info on problem foods for people with ulcerative colitis, along with some of her own digestive wellness tips. CONNECT WITH HEIDI Website: https://thehealthyrd.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/heidihmoretti Check out her book ‘Gut Fix’: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C888GXWL CONNECT WITH MARC Website: https://colitisremission.co.uk/ Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue Study On N-acetyl Glucosamine & IBD https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11121904/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:04:54 – Nutritional Myths 00:09:33 – Autoimmune Protocol 00:13:59 – N-acetyl Glucosamine 00:23:20 – Heidi's Gut Healing Advice SHARE THE LOVE If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | 42 | The Real Impact Of Diet On Ulcerative Colitis | 00:22:18 | |
Diet is a very controversial topic in the ulcerative colitis world… There's so much conflicting advice out there - and it obviously doesn't help that we get very little nutritional advice from health professionals who diagnose us. In this episode, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Marc McLean weighs up various different views and shares his own strong opinions. FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://www.colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:14 – Debunking Diet Myths 00:10:14 – Real-life Experiences 00:20:26 – Body Screaming For Nutrients ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 10 Jul 2024 | 43 | The #1 Gut Healing Mistake | 00:15:14 | |
Everything is backwards in healthcare today… And that’s the main reason gut health problems are at epidemic levels these days, according to gut health coach and podcast host Marc McLean. In this episode, Marc talks about the #1 gut healing mistake which keeps us stuck – and sick. Marc also shares his advice on how to avoid repeating this mistake which can help you take back control of your gut health. FREE COLITIS REMISSION E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue/ THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:35 – Cause vs Effect 00:08:46 – Finding The Root Cause 00:10:49 – Addressing Root Cause Issues ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | 44 | Can Gut Microbiome Tests Help Transform Your Health? | Claire Toomey | 00:31:02 | |
Too many of the listeners of this podcast have had an unfortunate introduction to a colonoscopy when trying to get answers to their gut health issues In this episode, we learn how gut microbiome testing reveals at a much deeper level exactly what’s going on with your digestive tract. Claire Toomey is a nutritional therapist with gut health company Chuckling Goat – which offers microbiome testing in partnership with Cambridge University. The gut microbiome expert has reviewed countless test results for people in the UK, and given them one-to-one consultations to transform their digestive health. In this episode, host Marc McLean chats with Claire to get the inside track on gut microbiome testing, what benefits you can gain from it, along with some nutritional advice from her aswell. GUT MICROBIOME TESTING https://www.chucklinggoat.co.uk/product/microbiome-test-kit/ CONNECT WITH MARC Website: www.colitisremission.co.uk Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue/ THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:03:53 – Colonoscopy vs Microbiome Testing 00:13:41 – What Testing Uncovers 00:18:05 – Patterns With IBD Cases ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 24 Jul 2024 | 45 | How I Healed Ulcerative Colitis: Nicole Carter's Incredible 7-Year Journey | 00:34:33 | |
Nicole Carter is an inspiring American woman who was unexpectedly struck down with ulcerative colitis in 2012. She was described as the “healthiest sick person” by people she knew because Nicole was actually a health coach and fitness professional at the time she was diagnosed. But rather than give in to a life of taking medication and barely managing symptoms, Nicole went on an incredible seven-year journey to finally find a way to reverse her symptoms. She’s been symptom free for six years now and considers herself fully healed. Nicole has since written a book, ‘How I Healed My Ulcerative Colitis’, and has helped many people overcome the condition as a health coach. CONNECT WITH NICOLE Website: http://www.healthywithnicole.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthy_with_nicole/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyWithNicole Buy her book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Healed-My-Ulcerative-Colitis/dp/0578362732/ CONNECT WITH MARC Website: www.colitisremission.co.uk Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue/ THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 31 Jul 2024 | 46 | Uncovering The Major Trigger Behind Ulcerative Colitis | 00:34:39 | |
Have you ever wondered what really triggered the onset of your ulcerative colitis? Was it one catastrophic stressful event…two or three things…or maybe you haven’t even properly tried to join the dots at this point. But the fact is that many people dealing with an inflammatory bowel disorder have actually been under extreme emotional stress… A dramatic, painful life event where the emotional turmoil then coincided with these nasty physical gut issues and then a diagnosis of ulcerative colitis at some point further down the line. In this episode, host Marc McLean reveals the direct link he discovered between ‘emotional baggage’, the difficult times in his life – and his diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. CONNECT WITH MARC Website: https://colitisremission.co.uk/ Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue/ THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:02:38 – Gut Health Collapse 00:06:58 – Emotional Baggage 00:15:55 – Grief & Colitis Onset 00:23:34 – M.O.N.C.S ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 07 Aug 2024 | 47 | 6 Effective Ways to Heal the Gut Naturally | 00:21:22 | |
In this episode, host Marc McLean, a health and wellness journalist and gut health coach, shares six natural steps that helped him overcome two serious digestive disorders. While these methods are not miracle cures, they add up to positive results when done consistently over time. Additionally, Marc addresses common misconceptions about these practices and provides insights from his personal experiences and the journeys of others. CONNECT WITH MARC Website: www.colitisremission.co.uk Email: marc@colitisremission.co.uk FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK Gut Rescue: The Five Pillars To Reversing Your Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Naturally. Download Here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/gutrescue/ THE ULTIMATE 7-DAY MEAL PLANNER FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS Ebook available here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/7-day-meal-plan-for-ulcerative-colitis/ KEY MOMENTS 00:00 Introduction 02:28 Step 1: Embrace Intermittent Fasting 08:00 Step 2: Morning Lemon Water Routine 09:22 Step 3: Benefits of Celery Juice 12:07 Step 4: Reducing Sugar Intake 14:10 Step 5: Avoid Late-Night Eating 16:47 Step 6: Optimising Your Mindset ENJOY THE EPISODE? If you’ve got value from listening to any of the Mission: Colitis Remission podcast episodes, please leave a rating/review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. It’ll help the podcast grow and reach more people. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 14 Aug 2024 | 48 | Is Your JOB Secretly Sabotaging Your Gut Health? | 00:17:02 | |
In this episode of the Mission Colitis Remission Podcast, host Marc McLean explores the significant relationship between job stress and gut health. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 21 Aug 2024 | 49 | This Amazing Juice Helped To Heal My Gut. Here's How... | 00:18:24 | |
In this episode of Mission Colitis Remission, host Marc McLean shares his personal journey with celery juice as a powerful remedy for digestive issues. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 28 Aug 2024 | 50 | AVOID This Costly Mindset Mistake On Your Gut Healing Journey | 00:10:08 | |
In this episode of the Mission: Colitis Remission Podcast, host Marc McLean discusses the crucial role of mindset in gut healing. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 04 Sep 2024 | 51 | Diet Tips To Help Bring Your IBD Symptoms Under Control | 00:20:59 | |
In this episode, we focus on nutrition and an effective IBD diet plan for reducing symptoms and preventing gut flare-ups. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 11 Sep 2024 | 52 | I've Got a Confession to Make... | 00:09:17 | |
Confession time... HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 25 Sep 2024 | 53 | We're Getting The Basics All WRONG | 00:25:14 | |
In this episode of 'Colitis Remission,' host Marc McLean emphasizes the importance of getting the basics right—sleep and sunlight—in the journey to gut healing and overall health. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 09 Oct 2024 | 54 | How to Make Delicious Smoothies That Also Heal Your Gut | 00:29:49 | |
Nutritious smoothies are an absolute must for anyone with IBD – as they can help to heal your gut.
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| 23 Oct 2024 | 55 | How To Overcome Your Colitis Anxiety Using EFT 'Tapping' | Rachel Turner | 00:29:53 | |
Colitis anxiety is a big problem – and it holds us back in the gut-healing process. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | 56 | I Discovered A Way To Heal...By Accident | 00:13:33 | |
Everyone's healing journey is different, but in this episode host Marc McLean shares what was the biggest factor in his recovery from colitis... HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 06 Nov 2024 | 57 | Seconds From Ulcerative Colitis Surgery, I Found a Way to Heal Against All The Odds | Kirk Ford | 00:26:28 | |
Kirk Ford was literally minutes, even seconds, away from having his colon removed because his ulcerative colitis situation was so bad. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 20 Nov 2024 | 58 | Mind Over Colitis: How A Mindset Shift Can Be Your First Step To Gut Health Recovery | 00:22:41 | |
* Grab Your Copy of 'The Ultimate 7-Day Meal Plan for Ulcerative Colitis' – use the code COLITIS10 at the checkout to get a $10 discount. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 04 Dec 2024 | 59 | Fitness and Flare-Ups: Expert Exercise Tips for Living with Ulcerative Colitis | Kylie Duspara | 00:27:28 | |
Australian fitness expert Kylie Duspara, who was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis three years ago, shares her journey of managing the condition through exercise and natural supplements rather than long-term medication. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 18 Dec 2024 | 60 | Breathwork Breakthrough: How An Ancient Breathing Practice Healed My Severe Colitis | Niraj Naik | 00:34:07 | |
Ancient healing wisdom has been around for thousands of years...but has pretty much been forgotten in this modern world we're living in. CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 01 Jan 2025 | 61 | How These 5 People Reversed Their IBD (Naturally!) | 00:29:15 | |
FREE COLITIS HEALING E-BOOK In this episode, we share five powerful case studies of people that prove it CAN be done. Matt Nagin, Nicole Carter, Kirk Ford, Kylie Duspara, and Rachel Turner have all been guests of the show over the past year. CONNECT WITH THE GUESTS HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 15 Jan 2025 | 62 | Beating Ulcerative Colitis: How Nicole Carter Stayed Symptom-Free for Six Years | 00:28:48 | |
In this episode, health coach and author Nicole Carter shares her inspiring six-year journey of staying symptom-free from ulcerative colitis. Discover how Nicole balanced her nutrition by reintroducing key foods, managed stress through circadian rhythm optimisation, and tackled hormone imbalances—all while helping clients heal too. CONNECT WITH NICOLE ENJOY THE EPISODE? HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 29 Jan 2025 | 63 | Take Back Control in 2025: The One Shift That'll Power Up Your Colitis Recovery | 00:23:26 | |
Ready to win the ulcerative colitis battle in 2025? Would you like me to support you on that healing path? HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 05 Feb 2025 | 64 | Why Ignoring Yourself Can Worsen Your UC – And How to Reverse It Today | 00:26:53 | |
Join the 30-Day Colitis Healing Accelerator: https://colitisremission.co.uk/30day/ Are you making your health a priority? Do you have a self-care routine...or even any self care practices at all? Are you putting the wellbeing of loved ones before yourself? If so, it's likely worsening your ulcerative colitis symptoms. In today's episode, host Marc McLean considers all of these important questions, and the consequences of letting your own self-care slip. He then shares four key practical steps for getting your self-care back on track. 00:05:55 Being the 'Hero' 00:11:58 Schedule Alone Time 00:15:47 Journaling Before Bed 00:19:39 What Lights You Up? 00:23:32 Disconnect & Reconnect With Yourself MOSE SAUNA MUSIC PLAYLIST https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1EIXAmWi5aaMaP CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | 65 | You're Not Alone: How Trusting the Universe Can Help You Heal Colitis | 00:26:43 | |
For more details on the 30-Day Colitis Healing Accelerator click here: https://colitisremission.co.uk/30day/ What if I told you that right now, even in your hardest moments with ulcerative colitis, you’re not actually alone? And what if the Universe, God...whatever you want to call it...was ready to meet you halfway on your healing path? Host Marc McLean believes this is exactly what can happen—when we approach our gut health recovery journey in a particular way. 00:06:53 Set the Intention 00:08:55 Raise Your Vibration 00:15:56 All About Self-Growth 00:19:45 Map of Consciousness 00:24:00 Hidden Blocks CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 19 Feb 2025 | 66 | The Truth About Chronic Illness: Why Your 'Bad Genes' Don’t Dictate Your Health | Amanda King ND | 00:28:50 | |
What if everything you’ve been told about genetics and chronic illnesses like ulcerative colitis is only half the story? What if your so-called ‘bad genes’ aren’t the predetermined destiny you’ve been led to believe? Today, we’re diving into a powerful conversation with metabolic nutritionist and naturopathic doctor Amanda King that challenges the mainstream narrative - and reveals how much control you actually have over your health. KEY MOMENTS 00:04:31 Genes & Health 00:16:31 Factors Behind Chronic Illness 00:23:46 Banish Seed Oils 00:26:29 Colitis Healing Advice CONNECT WITH AMANDA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/the.metabolic.nutritionist CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 21 Jul 2023 | 13 | Saying Goodbye...To The FEAR Which Keeps Blocking You | 00:20:19 | |
This is the final episode of the 'Self-Optimized' podcast... HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 30 Aug 2023 | 15 | Taking Back Control Of Your Gut Health | 00:18:37 | |
When you’re diagnosed with a gut disorder for the first time, it can leave you feeling deflated and powerless. But the reality of the situation is that there’s so much we can do to give our bodies a helping hand – and restore gut health naturally. Who says disease is permanent? For Gut Sake is the UK’s only podcast dedicated entirely to reversing gut issues naturally. Marc is a Scottish health and wellness journalist and author of the book ‘More Than A Gut Feeling: Natural And Simple Steps For Tackling IBS And Ulcerative Colitis’. In This Episode, You’ll Discover…
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| 14 Apr 2023 | 6 | Cleanse Before Conception - Discover A Major Cause Of Infertility & Baby Health Issues | Dr Mary Shackelton | 00:22:51 | |
Thinking about starting a family soon? Want to do everything you can to protect the health of your baby? Then this episode is for you. Our guest is Dr Mary Shackelton, a naturopathic doctor and founder of Holistica Integrative Care in the US. She’s been practicing naturopathic medicine for 25 years with an emphasis on women’s health. Her current focus is on environmental medicine and recovering from the many health conditions associated with toxic exposures today…including autoimmune diseases, infertility, chronic fatigue, neurological conditions…the list goes on. Dr Shackelton recently wrote a book, titled ‘The Preconception Cleanse’, for women to read before conception to give them the best chances of having a healthy baby, and reducing the risk of conditions such as autism, and avoiding any fertility issues, miscarriages etc. In this episode, Dr Shackelton talks about: * Why chemicals and environmental toxins in our food, household products, and products we put on our skin are contributing to our sickness these days. * The research which shows that this toxic load is being passed onto babies in the womb. * The link between these exposures and all sorts of conditions including ADHD and learning difficulties. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 23 Jun 2023 | 11 | ‘How We Should Really Be Treating Chronic Sickness’: Medical Doctor Explains Why He Turned To Alternative Healing | Dr Nguyen Phan | 00:26:48 | |
In this week's episode we chat with Dr Nguyen Phan, a pretty rare health expert in today's world. * Further information shared on Medical Medium protocols: https://linktr.ee/mdwithspirit * Medical Medium Anthony William's website: https://www.medicalmedium.com/ HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 11 Oct 2023 | 21 | The Natural 'Gut Fix'...From A Dietitian & Functional Nutrition Expert | Heidi Moretti | 00:28:00 | |
This week’s guest is Heidi Moretti – author of the book ‘Gut Fix’. Heidi is a gut health expert with 24 years of experience as a dietitian, and she’s also a functional nutrition expert. It’s not often we come across someone with such vast knowledge of digestive issues…and Heidi shares so much valuable information in this chat. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER… CONNECT WITH HEIDI
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| 10 Mar 2023 | 2 | Detox Heavy Metals | Why This Is A Must For Health Improvement | 00:28:58 | |
The need to detox heavy metals is barely discussed or even known about by most people. In today’s episode, Self-Optimized host Marc McLean talks about how he discovered by chance that he had 'heavy metals poisoning'....and from a source he least expected. He also discusses why toxic heavy metals, such as mercury, lead, and cadmium, are a major causal factor in many chronic illnesses today. You’re gonna hear: * How various types of heavy metals accumulate in our tissues and organs. * The damage they cause. * Why detoxification is an absolute for most people these days. * About two natural detox methods which can help safely rid the body of toxic heavy metals and improve your health. LINKS/RESOURCES HEAVY METALS DETOX SMOOTHIE Recipe for making heavy metals detox smoothie MARC'S GUT HEALING BOOK 'More Than A Gut Feeling: Natural & Simple Steps For Tackling Ulcerative Colitis & IBS' HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | The Colitis Healing Path starts here... | 00:02:57 | |
Have you recently been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis…and are desperate to get your gut health back on track? Or maybe you’ve had colitis for a few years and are open-minded to exploring new natural health methods because you’re fed up with these nightmare symptoms… The restricted diet, the blood, the weight loss, the fatigue…. You know how it works. Well, this podcast is dedicated entirely to helping people like you and me on the colitis healing path…to find natural ways to reverse our symptoms…and ultimately regain our health. Trust me, it can be done…there is plenty of proof in this show’s catalogue of episodes. I hope you can dive into them all and find some inspiration to turn things around. And I just want to promise you that this is not just some amateur talk shop, we’re all about finding real healing solutions. I’m your host Marc McLean, and I’m talking from personal IBD experience as I once struggled badly with ulcerative colitis. Fortunately, I finally found a way to heal, and I’ve had the condition well under control and been medication-free for over five years now. Now as a qualified gut health coach, I’m ridiculously passionate about helping other people battle back, beat down colitis, and reclaim their lives. Join us for a mix of solo episodes and interviews with guest health experts every second Wednesday. HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | 4 | 'I Conquered Breast Cancer Naturally' – Former Hollywood Actress Turned Holistic Health Coach Shares Her Story | Heidi Sorensen | 00:25:57 | |
Holistic health coach Heidi Sorensen has been on an incredible healing journey that could easily be made into a movie. Heidi also had a successful career as a model and is an ex-Playboy centerfold. Today she’s a certified counsellor and health mentor for women with breast cancer, a public speaker on health and healing, and has recently published a book on conquering breast cancer called The Booby Trap. In this episode Heidi talks about: * How a doctor told her she would die if she didn’t follow his cancer treatment advice. * Why trusting her intuition led to finding the perfect medical doctor for her case. * Why the words you use and thoughts you think have immense power in overcoming disease. * How nutritional changes…and surprisingly ‘forgiveness’ for past hurts…are also crucial to beating disease. You can visit Heidi's website at www.holisticbreastexpert.com HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | 3 | The Priest Who Punches People In The Face Talks 'Winning The Bigger Fight' | Father Dave Smith | 00:25:20 | |
This week’s guest is a priest…but he also likes to punch people in the face. Introducing Father Dave Smith, who is a man of God but also a professional boxer. 'Fighting Father Dave' as he is well known is based in Sydney, Australia, and this guy is a spiritual warrior in all senses of the term. He opened a boxing gym in the community and started taking in drugs addicts, criminals, and young people who were going off the rails….and by getting them hooked on fitness and boxing he helped countless young men turn their lives around. Father Dave has also won two citizen of the year awards, been nominated for Australian of the Year three times, held a Guinness World Record, won professional kickboxing titles, and written two books. In this interview, the Anglican priest talks about: * Why he became involved in boxing and why the sport has literally been a Godsend for him, and the people he works with. * How boxing helps men deal with their issues. * Why the skills you learn help you deal with what he calls ‘the bigger fight’. * How life hit him hardest three years ago when the church kicked him out after his marriage broke down.
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| 28 Apr 2023 | 7 | Hate Your Job? How To Switch Career And Pursue Your Passion | With Elatia Abate | 00:23:25 | |
Most people hate their 9-5 job. Simple as that. A global poll conducted by Gallup proved it, with just 15% of people saying they were engaged at work. Surely we can do better than that? Surely we can make things happen in this digital age where we can actually do work that lights us up? Elatia Abate thinks so. She’s an entrepreneur, an expert on the future of work, and helps people design a new model for their careers. The Florida woman is also founder of ‘The Future of Now’…a business dedicated to helping people and companies all over the world thrive in these times of disruption in our careers. More importantly, Elatia has just launched a book titled, ‘How To Build A Career You Love For Career Switchers’ with practical steps helping people to change vocation. And that’s one of the main reasons we invited Elatia on the Self-Optimized podcast…to share this golden advice and inspire people stuck in jobs they hate. LINKS/RESOURCES * You can order Elatia’s book here: https://bit.ly/3UkOPTe * To check out her website, visit: https://elatiaabate.com/ * Follow her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/elatiaabate | |||
| 09 Jun 2023 | 10 | Forest Bathing: Reconnecting With Nature For Health and Wellbeing | Gary Evans | 00:23:04 | |
Let’s go for a deep dive on ‘forest bathing’ with Gary Evans – co-founder of The Forest Bathing Institute in the UK. Gary Evans and his wife founded The Forest Bathing Institute in England eight years ago, and it has since become a world leading body for research, training, and events related to forest bathing. They are currently collaborating with 40 universities to study the effects of forest bathing on various health conditions, including high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, and overall well-being. Their ultimate goal is to have forest bathing prescribed by the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK, similar to what has been done in Japan. LINKS/RESOURCES · The Forest Bathing Institute website - https://tfb.institute/ · The solid science supporting the health benefits of forest bathing - https://tfb.institute/scientific-research/ HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||
| 27 Sep 2023 | 19 | Why A Wacky Dutchman Can Help Heal Your Gut | 00:24:06 | |
Inflammation is at the root of virtually all diseases, including gut disorders. If we can bring down inflammation, it helps the body to heal. In this episode, we’ll be talking about how a wacky Dutchman has shown the world an amazing, simple way to lower inflammation naturally. That man is the living legend: Wim Hof. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER…
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| 22 Aug 2023 | 14 | What's Really Causing The Digestive Disorder EPIDEMIC? | 00:15:29 | |
Been struggling with gut health issues? Are you worried about the idea of being on medications long term…with God-knows-what-side-effects?! If you’ve said yes to both questions – and are open-minded to natural solutions to heal your dodgy digestive system – then you’ve come to the right place. This is the first episode of brand new podcast ‘For Gut Sake’ (previously known as ‘Self-Optimized’). For Gut Sake is the UK’s only podcast dedicated entirely to reversing gut issues naturally. It’s hosted by Marc McLean, a Scottish health and wellness journalist and author of the book ‘More Than A Gut Feeling: Natural And Simple Steps For Tackling IBS And Ulcerative Colitis’. In this introductory episode, ‘What’s Really Causing The Digestive Disorder Epidemic?’, Marc gives an overview of some of the biggest lessons he learned in reversing his IBS and ulcerative colitis…after a long journey down the natural, alternative health path. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER… * Marc talks about why people with gut health issues are no longer ‘in the minority’ – and shares some surprise stats. * He discusses why true healing from gut problems simply isn’t possible in the NHS and mainstream medicine. * Three key root causes of a multitude of digestive issues are discussed…and they may not be what you’d believe. * How addressing these key root issues massively improves your chances of reversing your gut problems and getting well again. * Marc shares a little about how he overcame severe digestive problems, and similar stories of people who have also healed themselves naturally. CONNECT WITH MARC HEALTH DISCLAIMER | |||