A Gutsy Girl

“I’m having so many issues with my skin. Is it connected to what’s going on in my gut?” The chronic skin issues and the gut connection conversation is in full force today. Do you know how many times per week someone reaches out on the gut-skin connection? Too many to count. Chronic Skin Issues and the Gut Connection (Episode 31 with Jennifer Fugo)   Resources Mentioned My Perioral Dermatitis...

If you’re looking for information on how to calm your gut, this is the place. Similar to Vanessa , Cara’s voice is completely calming and that alone is going to help you relax into today’s show. Moving forward, you will find my guest’s bio at the bottom of these posts. How to Calm Your Gut {Episode 30 with Cara Wheatley-McGrain} Click HERE to save this episode for later. Resources Mentioned No Mor...

Resources Mentioned Gut Health vs Gut Healing How to Simply Ferment Your Own Veggies Reasonable SIBO Side Effects of Antibiotics and Rebuilding the Gut Minimalist Approach to Gut Healing Supplements How to Reintroduce Foods After an Elimination Diet Reintroducing foods podcast episode 16 Branch Basics (code AGUTSYGIRL at checkout to save Thrive Market Get access to the Master Gutsy Spreadsheet HER...

If and when it happens do you wonder, "Can stress cause diarrhea?" You'll find the answer today. Diarrhea is certainly not the topic anyone wants to talk about, but if you have it, even if you sit in silence with it, you do want to know about it. So I brought a guest on today to talk all about it. Who is Isabel Smith? Isabel Smith, MS RD CDN, Founder of Isabel Smith Nutrition, is a nationally reco...

This episode is dedicated to the healing Paleo diet, and the idea that with a proper diet in place, you can heal. The Paleo diet focuses on lean meats and fish, nuts and seeds, fruits and vegetables. On the diet, dairy, sugar, legumes and grains are avoided. This diet was the basis for how my guest today healed, and she’s ready to share how she went from massive symptoms to feeling fantastic and c...

It’s the final episode of both the first year and 2021 today – Q&A 4 with A Gutsy Girl. On today’s episode, it’s just you + me. The reason I wanted to share this information on the last episode of the year is because so many people will start the new year with all their big health and fitness goals. But I want you to create the RIGHT goals. Choose your goals for health and healing instead of c...

We're talking gluten free protein bars with the BodyBar Protein founder, Ayarpi Reganyan on today's podcast show. You know what's fun? Meeting other Gutsy women who learned how to turn a lemon into lemonade. That's exactly what Ayarpi did. Not only inspiring, but also practical, Ayarpi is someone you'll relate to.   Ayarpi Reganyan is the Founder of BodyBar Protein and an ambassador for the I...

Histamines and natural antihistamines are a big topic in the community. You are no stranger to the topic of histamines, though. I have written about them in detail, and we discuss them in various capacities. However, today I have a whole podcast episode with Dr. Becky Campbell on histamines. Dr. Becky Campbell is a board-certified doctor of natural medicine who was initially introduced to function...

Podcast episode 23 is up today on the LMNT electrolytes, and asking the question, What do electrolytes have to do with the gut? Here’s the episode with the one and only Robb Wolf. Robb Wolf, is a former research biochemist and 2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. He and co-author Diana Rodgers recently released their book, Sacred Cow, wh...

Inflammation and inflammatory markers are a huge topic in the gut health world. So I brought the incredible Dr. Tyler Jean on A Gutsy Girl podcast to chat all about it. Inflammatory Markers (and your gut) Resources Mentioned Dr. Tyler Jean’s Instagram Chronic Illness Root Cause IBS vs IBD: What’s the Difference? Butyrate Foods Primal Kitchen Dr. Tyler Jean’s website Don’t Miss These Thoughts Our g...

Is the ‘size zero’ diet trend killing our guts? I would say “yes.” And today on the A Gutsy Girl podcast show, Episode 21, Noelle Tarr (aka Coconuts and Kettlebells) and I sit down to discuss it all. Meet my Internet friend, Noelle Tarr! Noelle is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP™), certified by the Nutritional Therapy Association®, and a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA...

Back again for another Q&A on various podcast topics for you, my Gutsy friend. This week is sponsored by..... Just kidding. No clutter on the podcast and no sponsors. And this is intentional. The podcast is sponsored by me and only me. That's right, I pay for someone to edit and produce the show, create marketing materials, and more. But I do not have sponsors pay for ad spaces to cover any of...

This is your brain on food, according to Dr. Uma Naidoo. What a fun conversation I got to have with Dr. Naidoo! If you’re into learning more about the gut-brain connection, then this episode is for you. Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef and nutrition specialist who wrote the recent national bestselling book, “This is Your Brain on Food.”...

I cannot even tell you how important this topic is. In fact, I want to do about 37 more episodes dedicated to stress. The reason? I truly believe, with all my heart, that healing for good, forever, comes down to stress. If you don’t believe me now, you might after listening to Dr. Marcus break stress down into three areas. And once you hear them, get real honest with yourself. Where are you at tod...

Meet Phoebe Lapine, author of SIBO Made Simple. You may already know Phoebe Lapine, since her work is popular in the SIBO community.     Resources Mentioned SIBO Made Simple | EP 47 | SIBO Success Stories: Real Patients Talk About What It Took to Come Out on the Other Side with Sarah Kay Hoffman and Davida Lederle SIBO Made Simple: 90 Healing Recipes and Practical Strategies to Rebalance...

My 2nd solo podcast episode is starting with a grief share. And yes, I do believe that addressing grief is important for your healing journey. On this week's episode, I begin by sharing grief and what physically happened to my body during massive grief. I also share some strategies for dealing with it. And finally, how I made it through that period without relapsing again (SIBO). If you find ...

The chances that you have heard about the Bean Protocol are actually high. However, I had not heard about it until just several months back while listening to one of PaleOmg ‘s podcast episodes. It sounded interesting and compelling, albeit very different from the Paleo-ish life we’ve all been told is “the only way.” If you know, you know! And on the show, Juli (PaleOmg) mentioned Unique Hammond a...

"It is possible to heal. You will heal." Resources Mentioned How I Built This with Guy Raz Journey to Diagnosis of Two Parasites, SIBO, and More Plus Gut Garden Gut Garden GoodGut Program Activated Charcoal for Gut Healing What are Digestive Enzymes All About Prebiotics 5 Ways Collagen Can be an Overall Health Boost How to Give Your General Practitioner the Boot   Don’t Miss These Thoughts Li...

Today's brand new podcast episode features plant power. Plant power? That's right. By now you've already seen, read, and heard information on both sides of the coin. Plants are dangerous. vs. Plant-based anything is the best way to go. Ultimately, you'll need to decide for yourself. Perhaps my conversation with Dr. B will help!   Resources Mentioned Dr. B on Instagram Fiber Fueled The Plant F...

Different types of exercise for your healing journey might be just what you need to focus on. On today's podcast episode, episode number 12, I'm sitting down with my good friend Bethany Davis... Connect with A Gutsy Girl Through the website On Instagram Via LinkedIn

Well, today it’s just you + me, sitting down for the podcast’s first Q&A. I really want you to love the show because I have approximately 323 more questions to answer. But I’m also not going to force it. I do this show for you. So you let me know in the comments below if you want to listen to more solo episodes or not. Connect with A Gutsy Girl Through the website On Instagram Via LinkedIn

I'm calling the episode, "The Perfect Loaf" because today is all about Sourdough bread and how + why it can be so nourishing for the gut. While chatting with Vanessa, I went to a different place. Her storytelling capabilities are impeccable.   Resources Mentioned The Sourdough School: The Ground-Breaking Guide to Making Gut-Friendly Bread (the book you must have!) Butyrate and Short-Chain Fat...

Resources Mentioned All About Just Thrive Probiotic Probiotic Strains and Species Human Microbiome Project What to Expect When Starting Probiotics Migrating Motor Complex What is Leaky Gut Syndrome? How to Achieve Optimal Microbiome Diversity The Secret to a Healthy Gut Microbiome   Note:  There are affiliate links in this post, as I work with Just Thrive Probiotic. However, I only&...

Resources Mentioned Dr. Pedre wrote an article for you that coincides with this podcast episode. You'll find it below. "Practitioner Referrals" tab via The Master Gutsy Spreadsheet (Dr. Pedre added today) Parasympathetic vs. Sympathetic Nervous System Sleep and Gut Healing Endocrine Disruptors Happy Gut (Dr. Pedre's book) Dr. Pedre on Instagram His Facebook page Dr. Pedre on TikTok Fight a Virus B...

You’ll love his Irish accent. FoodMarble Breath Test {with Aonghus Shortt} Aonghus started working on FoodMarble back in 2016 when his fiancée was suffering with gastric issues. Aonghus was just 30 years old at the time. After several invasive medical tests and countless prescriptions making no difference, he knew there had to be another answer. He then launched FoodMarble in 2018, not only to hel...