Podcasts Archive - Gutbliss

EPISODE #49

Crummy Diet Syndrome: A Delicate Diagnosis

This week's episode is another example of why you should reject a blanket diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome, and ask your doctor to roll their sleeves up and help you uncover the root cause of your symptoms. The solution for everyone who's diagnosed with IBS is not always a diet change. But it should never just be "your bowel is irritable and here’s a drug".

EPISODE #48

The Stress Paradox: & What it Means for Gut Health

We've been conditioned to think that all stress is harmful, but science now shows that certain kinds of stress are not only beneficial, but necessary for optimal health. By cultivating the right kind of stress, you are healing, repairing, and regenerating your body. In this episode I'm joined by physician and author of “The Stress Paradox” Dr. Sharon Bergquist to discuss how stress can improve your gut and overall health.

EPISODE #47

Cancer Journey: Food as Medicine & Survivor Guilt

Whether you're recovering from cancer or dealing with a chronic illness, how you nourish yourself is so important - and that includes not just the food you're eating, but also your mindset and thoughts. In this episode, how do you use the experience of a devastating diagnosis like cancer to live your healthiest, most nourished life.

EPISODE #46

Aerophagia: Could Air Swallowing be the Cause of Your Bloating?

Aerophagia is a condition where people swallow large amounts of air unintentionally and without realizing it. It’s often misdiagnosed as acid reflux, SIBO, or gallstones, and it’s one of the commonest but most overlooked causes of bloating and burping. In this episode I go over the risk factors for aerophagia and how to get rid of it without medication.

EPISODE #45

Smooth Moves: How to Poo Properly

OK, so you’ve filled your plate with fiber, you're drinking at least half your body weight in ounces of water and you're getting 30 to 60 minutes of regular exercise every day. You are poised for some really good bathroom action. On today's show, what else do you need to do to have a fantastic smooth move first thing in the morning? Spoiler alert: position, propulsion, and clean-up are key!

EPISODE #44

Health Care Has Gone Retail – Do You Know What You’re Buying?

We all want to walk out of the doctor's office with something that we believe is going to make us better. But it's critically important to make sure that whatever you are opting in for - whether it's a pill, a procedure, or some other product - you are making that decision with eyes wide open. How to navigate the “retailization” of healthcare.

EPISODE #43

Things to Do if You’ve Recently Taken an Antibiotic

On today’s show: the 10 most important steps to restore your gut health after taking antibiotics. Although it’s true that your microbiome will take a hit after antibiotics and may even be permanently altered, it’s still possible to offset some of the damage by supporting your gut during and after. Find out how in this episode.

EPISODE #42

10 Questions to Ask Before Taking an Antibiotic

A one-week course of antibiotics can remove up to 1/3 of your gut bacteria - and that damage can’t be undone by just taking a probiotic, so you need to be absolutely certain that you really need that antibiotic. In today’s episode, I’m going to share ten critical questions to ask your health care provider if you’ve been prescribed an antibiotic that can help you limit the damage to your gut microbiome.

EPISODE #41

GLP-1 Drugs: Making an Informed Decision

We're diving into the topic of GLP-1 agonists, a class of medications that stimulates your pancreas to produce more insulin, slows down digestion, and promotes feelings of fullness. The benefits are that it can help lower your blood sugar level, it can lead to weight loss, and it may reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes. But judicious use is essential because these drugs have serious GI side effects and an increased risk of cancer, so it's important to make sure that your decision to take them is well-informed and that you're making it with eyes wide open.

EPISODE #40

Reflux: Top 3 Causes – & How to Get Rid of Them Naturally

More than 60 million Americans experience heartburn on a regular basis, but the recommended treatment does nothing to address the root cause - and totally messes up your digestion. The most important thing that I want you to know is that acid reflux has absolutely nothing to do with overproduction of acid. These symptoms are caused by inappropriate opening of the lower esophageal sphincter, and on today's show, I'm going to tell you about the three most common factors that cause that lower esophageal sphincter to open, and how to treat them without blocking stomach acid.

EPISODE #39

Stress: In Your Mind & In Your Gut

Could stress be causing or contributing to your irritable bowel syndrome? The answer is yes! In this episode, I'm going to give you some simple but effective tools for how to quiet your mind - and your GI symptoms.

EPISODE #38

Stool Nirvana: The 5 Essential Factors

Your GI tract communicates with you by giving you feedback through your stool. This is important information that can improve your health - and even save your life. The 5 essential factors that you should be assessing.

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