The Beyond Bloated Podcast

Send me a text! If you’ve tried cutting foods, taking supplements, and still feel bloated every day … this episode is for you. After 100 podcast episodes, years of coaching, and going through my own gut health journey, I’m sharing the hard truths that most women don’t hear, but actually need to. The reality is… it’s not another supplement, diet, or test that’s going to fix this. Inside this episod...

Send me a text! When it comes to candida overgrowth, most women are told the same thing: Cut out sugar, go on a restrictive diet, and take antifungals. If you’ve tried that and still feel bloated, exhausted, and stuck… this episode will explain why. In this conversation, I’m joined by holistic nutritionist Marisa, who specializes in candida and gut health using a root-cause, non-restrictive approa...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever felt bloated at the end of the day (even when you’re eating “healthy”), this episode is for you. Here’s the truth: it’s not just what you eat... it’s how you eat. In this episode, I’m breaking down how simple, realistic habit changes can reduce bloating, improve your digestion, and boost your energy — in as little as 5 days. No restrictive diets, cutting out your fav...

Send me a text! Still bloated even though you’ve cut out gluten, dairy, and sugar? You’re not alone, and the solution isn’t more restriction. In this re-release episode, I’m diving into the real reasons women are still bloated by dinner , even when their plates look “perfect.” We’ll unpack the 4 daily habits that often get overlooked but make a huge difference for your gut. I’ll show you why skipp...

Send me a text! If you’ve been diagnosed with SIBO and feel stuck in the cycle of restrictive diets and endless supplements… this episode is for you. Many people are told the solution to SIBO is simple: follow the Low-FODMAP diet and take antimicrobials or antibiotics to “kill” the overgrowth. But if that were the full answer, SIBO wouldn’t keep coming back for so many people. In this episode, I’m...

Send me a text! Today’s episode is a first for the podcast! I’m joined by one of my past 1:1 clients, Jennifer, who is sharing her gut health journey and experience inside my 6-month coaching program. When Jennifer and I started working together, she was dealing with bloating, gas, stomach pain, vomiting episodes, acid reflux, fatigue, and was taking a PPI medication twice a day for GERD. She had...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed scrolling through “perfect morning routines,” wondered if you’re failing because you can’t afford red-light therapy or hot yoga, or felt paralyzed by all the wellness hype… this episode is for you. In this episode, Certified Gut Health Coach Karlee Close breaks down why gut health doesn’t have to be complicated or costly, and why the foundations you...

Send me a text! You’re eating healthy. You’re trying to “do all the right things.” So why are you still bloated by 3pm? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked causes of chronic bloating in women: stress and nervous system dysregulation. I’m joined by Jodell Jordan and Heather Bull, authors of Run It Like You Own It , to talk about what really happens in the body when you’re...

Send me a text! Why does bloating feel worse after 40... even when you’re eating “healthy”? If you’ve ever felt 6-months-pregnant by the end of the day, been asked if you’re expecting (when you’re not) , or found yourself living in flowy tops and stretchy waistbands… this episode is for you. In this episode, Certified Gut Health Coach Karlee Close breaks down why bloating often becomes more notice...

Send me a text! I avoided gluten and dairy for nearly seven years after being told I had food sensitivities. I believed those foods were the problem, and that avoiding them was the only way to keep my symptoms under control. Then something unexpected happened. After eating gluten and dairy without issue while traveling in Europe, I came home curious. Was it just a “Europe thing”… or had something...

Send me a text! Are gut tests worth the hype, or just an expensive distraction? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why most women don’t need a GI-MAP or food sensitivity panel at the start of their gut health journey , even if their bloating, diarrhea, fatigue, or skin issues are out of control. As someone with a math degree who loves data, I jumped headfirst into testing when my gut was a mess...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever felt like eating healthy is too expensive, too time-consuming, or way too complicated, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Today, I’m joined by Margo Flanagan , one half of the powerhouse duo behind Two Raw Sisters. The internationally recognized wellness brand, bestselling cookbook authors, and creators of the Two Raw Sisters App. Margo shares her and...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever wondered why your eczema keeps flaring no matter how many lotions, diets, or supplements you try, this episode is a must-listen. This week, I’m joined by Christa Biegler , award-winning dietitian nutritionist, host of the Less Stressed Life Podcast , and author of The Eczema Relief Diet & Cookbook. Christa shares her own journey with skin and gut issues, includin...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever wondered how long it actually takes to reduce bloating , this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down real symptom-tracking data from women who completed my 6-month gut health coaching program in 2025 . These aren’t guesses or before-and-after hype. This is monthly, measurable data showing how symptoms changed over time. We’re talking: How quickly b...

Send me a text! If you’re going into 2026 still dealing with daily bloating, this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the habits, trends, and “gut health rules” we’re officially leaving behind in 2025, because doing more hasn’t led to less bloating. We’ll talk about why things like extreme diets, intermittent fasting, and even scrolling on your phone until midnight can quietly sabo...

Send me a text! If you feel like your bloating is totally random ( fine one day, six-months-pregnant the next), you’re not alone… and it’s not actually random at all . After working with dozens of women struggling with chronic bloating, I’ve discovered five surprisingly common patterns that quietly drive digestive issues. I call them the Bloat Personalities, and today, I’m breaking each one down s...

Send me a text! After 7 years of avoiding gluten and dairy, I went to Europe and decided to full send it — pizza in Italy, gelato in Greece, pastries every night… and to my surprise, my gut handled it all like a champ. In this episode, I’m sharing: 🍝 Why I could eat gluten and dairy abroad with zero IBS symptoms 🥐 The surprising differences in food quality between Europe and North America 🍷 How...

Send me a text! The holidays are fast approaching, and with all the extra treats, stress, and skipped routines, your blood sugar might be on a rollercoaster ride. But what does that have to do with bloating, fatigue, and cravings? In this re-released episode, I’m sharing what happened when I tracked my blood sugar for two weeks using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), and how stabilizing my level...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever struggled with acne, irregular or missing periods, or wondered if you might have PCOS... this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Kate Gregory , a Women’s Holistic Hormone Health Practitioner who helps millennial women rebalance their hormones, restore their energy, and finally feel like themselves again—naturally. Kate opens up about her own j...

Send me a text! Most of us don’t think twice before reaching for that first cup of coffee in the morning, but is it really helping your gut and energy, or secretly making things worse? In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about caffeine, bloating, and digestion. You’ll learn: Why coffee doesn’t actually give you energy (and what it does instead) How caffeine impacts cortisol, weight, and m...

Send me a text! If you’ve tried every cleanser, serum, or prescription for acne and your skin still isn’t clearing up, this episode is for you. Today, I’m joined by functional health practitioner Laura Grubb, who helps women get to the root of frustrating symptoms like bloating, fatigue, acne, and irregular periods. After struggling with her own stubborn acne, Laura discovered that the key wasn’t...

Send me a text! Oats are getting a bad rap online, but are they really the culprit behind bloating and digestive issues? In this episode, I’m busting the biggest myths about oatmeal and showing you why this fiber-rich, nutrient-packed whole food deserves a place in your diet. We’ll cover: Why oatmeal doesn’t have to cause bloating How to prepare oats in gut-friendly ways The science-backed benefit...

Send me a text! Are your bloating, food sensitivities, or autoimmune symptoms actually being driven by inflammation ? In this episode of The Beyond Bloated Podcast , I’m joined by Elizabeth Yarnell — a Traditional Naturopath, food sensitivities therapist, TEDx speaker, and award-winning cookbook author — to dive deep into the hidden role inflammation plays in digestive issues and chronic condition...

Send me a text! Ever wished you could ask your gut health questions and get real, honest answers? In this special Q&A episode, I’m answering YOUR questions — from why women struggle with bloating more than men, to whether fermented foods actually help, how coffee changes your poop, and what to pack for digestion-friendly travel. We’ll also cover the connection between hormones and bloating, an...

Send me a text! If you’ve ever been told to “just go gluten-free” or “take a probiotic” to fix your IBS, you know how frustrating it is when those quick fixes don’t actually solve the problem. In this episode of The Beyond Bloated Podcast , I’m joined by Jillian Smith, RDN , a registered dietitian who spent over a decade navigating her own IBS journey before helping thousands of clients uncover th...