The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 18: Women's Health, Cycle Syncing and Why Your Health Doesn’t Need To Be Complicated with Dr Frankie Jackson-Spence Topics Discussed: The 4 pillars of health  Simple ways to improve your diet, exercise, sleep and stress Why you need to avoid an all-or-nothing mentality Differences between men and women’s needs for diet, exercise and sleep   What does ‘women’s health’ a...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 17: Nutrition Myth-Busting - Gut Health & Bloating: 5 Common Myths + 11 Things That Actually Matter For A Healthy Gut Topics Discussed: 5 gut health myths Probiotic supplements vs food Should we be cutting out carbs Do fermented foods cause bloating Can you drink water with meals Importance of dietary diversity How to get prebiotics in your diet Bloating hacks to b...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 16: Nutrition and Mental Wellbeing As A Working Mum with Jenna Hope Topics Discussed: Jenna’s nutrition and motherhood journey How her nutrition approach changed since becoming a mum How motherhood can challenge mental wellbeing How nutrition can support mental wellbeing in a busy schedule Top tips for getting adequate nutrients while juggling work and a baby Essential...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 15: How to Beat Winter Blues | Nutrition for Seasonal Affective Disorder Topics Discussed: Symptoms of ​​Seasonal Affective Disorder Should you take a vitamin D supplement? Omega-3, EPA and DHA Complex carbohydrates vs refined carbs Importance of vitamin B6 for serotonin Why you need to support your gut health The role of the circadian rhythm Exercise for endorphins Wh...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 14: Hormone Health: What To Eat for PCOS, Fertility and Pregnancy with Lauren Allen Topics Discussed: Lauren’s journey with PCOS and infertility The importance of blood sugar balance for PCOS and fertility The role of egg quality in helping women get pregnant and stay pregnant Foods to eat to support with egg quality The link between gut health and fertility Lifestyle...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 13: The Gut-Brain Connection: 3 Ways To Support Your Mind, Body & Gut Topics Discussed: What is the “gut-brain connection” Why is gut called the “second brain” Stress and gut health Importance of the gut microbiome 3 ways to support your mind, body and gut Deep diaphragmatic breathing for gut health How mindfulness and meditation can help What to eat for a healthy...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 12: Finding Balance In A Busy Life And Nutrition For Pregnancy + Postpartum with Sophie Bertrand Topics Discussed: Sophie’s journey from an eating disorder to becoming a nutritionist and mum of 2 The importance of sleep for energy, hunger and hormone health Nutrition in pregnancy, postpartum and breastfeeding Lifestyle practices to support gut health in busy times The...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 11: Why Is Gut Health So Important + 5 Ways To Support Your Gut Microbiome Today Topics Discussed: Importance of gut health for the immune system Why the gut is the “second brain” What is the gut microbiome How to start looking after your gut today What are polyphenols and where can you find them Why diversity is key How and why to consume fermented foods Should you ea...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 11: Heal Your Hormones and Lose Weight with Good Gut Health Have you ever wondered if there's a connection between your gut health, hormones and your ability to lose or maintain weight? In this replay from The Thriving Metabolism Podcast with Louise Digby, we discuss: Eli’s personal health journey with Crohn’s disease, which led her to the field of nutrition How gu...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 10: We Need To Talk About PROBIOTICS Topics Discussed: What are probiotics? Are probiotic supplements essential to health? Who should NOT take probiotics? Is it possible to overdo it on probiotics? Should you take a probiotic supplement while on antibiotics? Should you take a probiotic if you have had a GI (digestive) illness? Is it better to get probiotics from foods...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 9: Gut Health & SLEEP: What’s The Link? Topics Discussed: Why we need sleep What’s the link between sleep and weight loss What to eat for a good night’s sleep The importance of fibre Sleep hormones: serotonin and melatonin Why you need to balance your blood sugar Calcium and magnesium B vitamins and tryptophan Foods to limit for better sleep Effects of caffeine, al...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 8: How To Eat For Beauty: Hair, Skin & Nails Topics Discussed: What to eat for healthy hair How to get glowing skin from the inside out Nutrients to support strong shiny nails Vitamins: A, B, C, D Minerals: Iron & Zinc The role of omega-3 Why is protein so important How antioxidants can help The link between gut health and skin Other factors to consider Find El...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 7: The Food-Mood Connection: How To Eat For Mental Health   Topics Discussed: How diet affects our health Role of the gut microbiome The gut-brain axis The Mediterranean Diet 6 nutrients that may help reduce stress Omega 3 for mental health Tryptophan and serotonin (the happy hormone) B vitamins for brain health How important is vitamin D? What are polyphenols and how...

The Gut 360 Podcast  Episode 6: Five Signs of An Unhealthy Gut  Understanding gut health is crucial for overall well-being, as the gut is connected to immunity, digestion, metabolism, and mental health. It's often referred to as the "second brain", and signs of an unhealthy gut go beyond common symptoms like gas and bloating.  In this episode, we talk about the five signs of an unhealthy gut, whic...

How To Build A Gut-Friendly Breakfast, Balance Blood Sugar and Boost Your Energy + A WEEK OF HEALTHY BREAKFASTS   In today’s episode, we discuss: ·      How to eat for energy ·      The blood sugar rollercoaster ·      Tips to balance blood sugar ·      Protein, fats and fibre ·      Complex carbohydrate vs refined carbs ·      Polyphenols for gut health ·      Prebiotics and probiotic fermented f...

6-Step MORNING ROUTINE For Gut Health & Productivity   In today’s episode, we discuss:  · The ultimate morning routine · How to look after your gut health · How to create a productive mindset · The importance of hydration · My thoughts on caffeine · What’s the best type of exercise? · Are meditation and breathwork worth the hype? · How to reset your circadian rhythm · The benefits of a morning...

How To Improve Your Gut Health and Banish Brain Fog in 5 Steps   In today’s episode, we discuss: Why the gut is known as the ‘second brain’ How brain fog is connected to gut health The role of the gut microbiome   Why fibre is key for your health How to increase your fibre intake Why diversity is so important for gut health Seasonal eating for gut health Fermented foods and probiotic supplements S...

BEAT THE BLOAT: 17 Reasons Why You’re Bloated + How To Reduce Bloating from Gut Health Nutritionist, Eli Brecher In today's episode, I share: - What causes bloating? (the sneaky reasons you’re always bloated) - Is bloating normal? - How do artificial sweeteners impact our gut? - What is the low-FODMAP diet and does it work? - Can fizzy drinks, straws and chewing gum cause bloating? - How does...

Welcome to the Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher Nutrition! Episode 1 is My Journey with Gut Health, Crohn’s Disease, Running 2 Businesses & How To Become A Nutritionist In today's episode, I share: Who I am  Why I started this podcast  What you can expect to hear on here My journey with gut health and Crohn’s Running two businesses How to become a nutritionist Getting my nutrition degree -...

Welcome to The Gut 360 Podcast with Eli Brecher - the place where we share nutrition tips, mindset tools and actionable steps to help you thrive on your journey to a healthier gut and a happier you. Having lived with Crohn’s Disease all my life, I know first-hand that having a healthy gut is the foundation of overall wellness. As a Registered Associate Nutritionist based on London’s Harley Street,...