Every Symptom Has a Story | Helping You Understand What Your Body Has Been Trying to Tell You

Explore the profound relationship between emotional stress and digestive function. This episode reveals how chronic stress disrupts gut health and provides practical techniques for managing the gut-brain axis to support optimal digestive wellness.   What You'll Learn:   • How the gut-brain axis creates bidirectional communication between emotions and digestion • The role of the vagus nerve in dige...

Discover how the right exercise can transform your gut microbiome, enhance digestive function, and reduce inflammation in just 6 weeks. This evidence-based guide reveals the optimal exercise prescription for gut health and explores why active people have distinctly different bacterial populations than sedentary individuals.   What You'll Learn: 🏃‍♀️ Exercise-Microbiome Science • How 150-270 minut...

Welcome to another power-packed episode of Gut Fix – Say Goodbye to IBD, Naturally, where we decode the DRESS protocol for gut healing. In this third installment, we're talking REST—because your gut can't thrive if you're running on empty. In this episode, Wendy dives into: The gut-sleep connection and how your microbiome runs on a circadian rhythm too How sleep deprivation can lead to leaky gut,...

Discover the science-backed gut healing diet that transforms your microbiome in 24-48 hours. Learn which anti-inflammatory foods, prebiotic fibers, and fermented foods actually heal digestive issues like IBS, bloating, and gut inflammation.   You'll Learn: • How to eat 30+ plant foods weekly for optimal gut bacteria diversity • Anti-inflammatory meal strategies that repair intestinal lining • Evid...

Discover the revolutionary DRESS Code framework that's transforming digestive wellness for thousands of people worldwide. In this foundational episode, we explore the fascinating gut-brain connection and introduce the five pillars of comprehensive gut healing: Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress management, and Supplements.   What You'll Learn:   • The science behind your "second brain" and why gut healt...

Are you tired of being told your lab tests are "normal" while you still struggle with chronic bloating, fatigue, IBD flare-ups, or mysterious digestive issues? The answers you're desperately seeking might be hidden in plain sight—if you know which tests to run. In this crucial episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - Wendy Handy pulls back the curtain on functional lab te...

Are you doing all the "right" things for your health but still battling chronic fatigue, persistent inflammation, or stubborn gut issues like IBD? The missing piece might be a tiny but mighty nutrient: Vitamin D. In this eye-opening episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - Wendy Handy reveals why optimal Vitamin D levels are crucial for women's health, especially for thos...

Are you constantly battling persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort, or that uncomfortable "six months pregnant" feeling? You're not alone, and it's not something you just have to live with. In this empowering episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Wendy Handy dives deep into the often-overlooked root causes of chronic bloating and digestive issues. We go beyond surfac...

Struggling with food sensitivity tracking? Discover why your food journal isn't revealing your true inflammatory triggers in this eye-opening episode of the Gut Fix Podcast. Host Wendy Handy, FDN-P and Ulcerative Colitis survivor, exposes the hidden flaws in traditional food tracking methods that keep you trapped in symptom cycles despite your best efforts.   Learn about the timing problem of dela...

Are your unexplained symptoms actually hidden food sensitivities? In this eye-opening interview with the CEO of KBMO Diagnostics, we dive deep into the revolutionary FIT 176 food sensitivity test that's changing how we understand chronic health issues.   Discover why standard blood tests often miss critical inflammation markers and how this patented multi-pathway testing identifies both IgG antibo...

Struggling with unexplained symptoms despite eliminating gluten and dairy? Discover the hidden food sensitivities sabotaging your health in this eye-opening episode of Gut Fix. Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Wendy Handy reveals the unexpected inflammatory foods—often marketed as "healthy"—that could be triggering your digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, and autoimmune symptoms.   L...

Are you tired of playing guessing games with your health? Join Wendy Handy, FDN-P, as she puts on her detective hat to help you solve the mystery of your unexplained symptoms! In this eye-opening episode, Wendy reveals how certain foods can secretly trigger inflammation in your body, causing everything from fatigue and brain fog to digestive issues and skin problems – often without clear patterns...

Are popular health trends really helping your gut—or just draining your wallet? In this episode of Gut Fix , host Wendy Handy breaks down the most talked-about gut health trends like celery juice, kombucha, detox teas, and probiotics. Discover what actually supports digestion, reduces inflammation, and helps manage conditions like IBD, leaky gut, and bloating—and what might be doing more harm than...

Tired of chasing symptoms, trying different diets, or Googling your way through your health struggles — only to keep hitting a wall? In this episode of Gut Fix – Say Goodbye to IBD,  we’re diving deep into the concept of Metabolic Chaos® and why the traditional “root cause” approach may be holding you back. As a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner I break down: ✔️ What Metabolic...

Are you constantly asking yourself, “Why am I so tired all the time?” even though you’re eating healthy, taking supplements, and getting sleep? You’re not alone—and you’re not lazy. In this episode of Elevate Your Wellness, I uncover the hidden causes of chronic fatigue that often go undiagnosed. We’ll explore the real root causes of low energy, including: Mitochondrial dysfunction and poor cellul...

Are you eating clean, managing stress, and doing everything “right”—but still stuck in a cycle of bloating, flare-ups, or fatigue? The problem might not be what’s on your plate… it might be what’s in your air, water, or skincare routine. In this episode, we dive into the surprising connection between environmental toxins and gut health, especially for women over 40 dealing with IBD, IBS, hormone i...

Struggling with gut issues, brain fog, skin flare-ups, or stubborn inflammation? In this episode of Gut Fix , we dive deep into the powerful role of omega-3 fatty acids and polyphenols in naturally fighting inflammation and restoring vibrant health. You'll discover: How omega-3s strengthen the gut barrier, improve brain function, and support radiant skin Why polyphenols are critical antioxidants f...

Feeling like your go-to wellness routine just isn’t working anymore? Welcome to midlife—where your body, hormones, metabolism, and stress response all shift dramatically. In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the 5 essential wellness shifts every woman over 40 needs to make to feel energized, clear, and in control again. We’ll cover: How to navigate hormonal changes in your 40s and 50s The real...

In this episode of Gut Fix , I dive deep into the powerful connection between stress, gut health, and skin issues like acne, eczema, and premature aging. If you're a woman over 40 struggling with chronic fatigue, digestive problems, or unexplained skin flare-ups, this conversation is for you. You'll learn how chronic stress disrupts your nervous system, weakens your gut lining, and triggers inflam...

Confused about which gut health test to choose? In this episode of Gut Fix – Say Goodbye to IBD, Hello to Your Best Life, I break down the key differences between the GI-MAP stool test and the Injoy microbiome test. Learn how each test works, what they measure (from pathogens and H. pylori to bacterial diversity and short-chain fatty acids), and how to decide which one fits your symptoms—whether y...

Something BIG is coming for your gut health! 🎉 I’ve been working on something behind the scenes that could be a total game-changer for those struggling with IBD, bloating, fatigue, and digestive issues. If you’ve ever felt frustrated trying to figure out what actually works for your gut, you won’t want to miss this! Tune in for a sneak peek, and be sure to follow along for updates—launching May 2...

  Are your symptoms just a natural part of aging, or is your body trying to tell you something deeper? In this episode of Gut Fix, I  break down the difference between normal aging and hidden health imbalances that could be affecting your energy, digestion, and overall well-being. 🔎 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ The key differences between healthy aging and underlying health issues ✔ When to i...

Can your mindset really impact your gut health? In this episode of Gut Fix - Say Goodbye to IBD, Naturally, we explore the powerful connection between personal growth and digestion. Discover how stress, habits, and mindset shifts influence the gut-brain axis, inflammation, and overall well-being. We’ll dive into trending personal development strategies—like mindfulness, journaling, and the "Let Th...

Did you know that smoking and alcohol can significantly worsen Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) symptoms, increase inflammation, and trigger flare-ups? If you're managing Crohn’s disease or Ulcerative Colitis, even small amounts of alcohol or tobacco could be making your gut health worse. In this episode of Gut Fix - Say Goodbye to IBD, Hello to Your Best Life , we break down: ✅ How smoking affec...

Are you tired of guessing which diet works best for your gut health and IBD symptoms? In this episode of Gut Fix - Say Goodbye to IBD, Naturally, we dive into test-based nutrition, a cutting-edge approach that tailors your diet based on functional lab testing, genetics, and biomarkers. You'll learn: ✅ How stool tests reveal gut imbalances and hidden infections ✅ The role of food sensitivity and...