Jessica Washington, FDNP
The Stomach Solution
If you've spent years chasing symptom relief without ever getting real answers, you're in the right place. The Stomach Solution is a podcast for high-achieving women and moms who are exhausted from being told their labs look fine while still dealing with chronic reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain. Host Jessica Washington, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and founder of The Gut Healing Ninja, breaks down what conventional medicine keeps missing and what it actually takes to get to the root of your symptoms. Stop guessing. Start uncovering the your hidden causes so you can feel like...
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Jessica Washington, FDNP
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
#75: Why Some People Heal from Reflux Faster Than Others (Summer Podcast Series Episode 8) 06.07.2026 10:45
You've followed the advice. You've tried the supplements. You've read the success stories and done exactly what worked for someone else. So why are you still stuck? This episode is dedicated to answering that question. The difference between people who start seeing lasting improvement and people who stay stuck managing symptoms for years usually comes down to one thing, and it's probably not what...
#74: The Surprising Connection Between Constipation, Burping, and Reflux (Summer Podcast Series Episode 7) 29.06.2026 11:52
If you've been doing everything right for your reflux and heartburn and still can't figure out why symptoms keep showing up, the answer might not be in your stomach at all. In this episode, we're talking about one of the most overlooked drivers of upper digestive symptoms: constipation and slow motility. What's happening further down in your digestive tract can have everything to do with how your...
#73: Why Meals Trigger Your Symptoms - And 3 Things to Do About It (Summer Podcast Series Episode 6) 22.06.2026 16:44
Most people assume their post-meal symptoms are about the food. But more often, it's about how your stomach is functioning when you sit down to eat. If mealtime has started to feel like something you have to brace for, this episode is for you. Today I'm breaking down the real reasons meals trigger reflux and heartburn, and three realistic strategies you can start using right away to feel better af...
#72: Why Most Reflux Protocols Fail (Summer Podcast Series Episode 5) 15.06.2026 16:05
Most reflux and heartburn protocols fail not because the people following them aren't trying hard enough, but because the protocols are missing a clear framework that actually addresses what's driving symptoms in the first place. In this episode, I'm walking you through the three things your stomach actually needs to heal and why getting all three pieces working together is what finally moves the...
#71: The Hidden Driver of Reflux That Most Doctors Ignore (Summer Podcast Series Episode 4) 08.06.2026 15:23
If your reflux and heartburn feel completely unpredictable, like your symptoms flare even when you haven't changed a single thing about your diet, this episode is going to explain why. Your symptoms are not random. They are your body responding to things happening beneath the surface that most people are never told to look at. Today, we're talking about the hidden drivers of reflux and heartburn t...
#70: Why Eliminating More Foods Rarely Fixes Reflux & Heartburn (Summer Podcast Series Episode 3) 01.06.2026 12:31
If your list of foods you can't eat just keeps getting longer and you're still not feeling any better, this episode is going to give you some freedom back into your life. Food elimination can absolutely help you get through the day with fewer symptoms, but it is not actually solving anything. Today we're talking about why avoiding more and more foods rarely fixes reflux and heartburn for good, why...
#69: The Dangerous Myth About Reflux & Heartburn That Keeps People Stuck (Summer Podcast Series Episode 2) 25.05.2026 14:44
If you've been told your reflux and heartburn are caused by too much stomach acid, and you've tried everything to reduce it, but your symptoms just won't go away, this episode is going to reframe everything for you. Because that explanation you were given is incomplete, and for a lot of women, it's actually what's keeping them stuck. In this episode, we're digging into one of the most common myths...
#68: The Truth About Why Your Reflux Won't Go Away (Summer Podcast Series Episode 1) 18.05.2026 15:48
If you feel like you've been doing everything right for your reflux and heartburn and your symptoms just keep coming back anyway, this episode is for you. Because the reason you're stuck is not that you haven't tried hard enough or that your body is broken. It's that most of the advice out there is only working on the very surface of what's actually going on. In this episode, kicking off a brand n...
#67: The 7 Sneaky Signs You Have Low Stomach Acid 04.05.2026 29:46
What if the burning, bloating, reflux, and nutrient deficiencies that keep showing up despite everything you're doing are all being caused by not enough stomach acid? If that sounds counterintuitive, you're not alone. Low stomach acid is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked drivers of gut symptoms, and today I'm walking you through seven signs that your body might be dealing with it right...
#66: [Live Case Study Replay] Seeing the Power of Functional Labs to Improve Your Health 27.04.2026 47:26
In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a live case study training where I break down exactly why surface-level strategies like restrictive diets and supplements aren’t enough to create lasting healing. You’ll hear a real client case study and see how we went from daily nausea and food restrictions to full symptom resolution… not by doing more, but by finally addressing what was a...
#65: Why Diets and Supplements Haven’t Calmed Your Reflux (And What to Do Instead) 20.04.2026 24:25
If you've tried cutting out trigger foods, adding supplements, and doing everything the internet tells you to do for your reflux and heartburn, and you're still not getting lasting relief, this episode is going to explain exactly why. Because the problem is not that you haven't tried hard enough. It's that the tools most people rely on were never designed to fix the actual problem. In this episode...
#64: 4 Things to Stop Doing If You're Doing Everything Right But Still Stuck With Reflux and Heartburn 13.04.2026 30:03
If you've been doing everything you can think of to manage your reflux and heartburn, trying the safe food lists, the supplements, the specialist appointments, and still can't get lasting relief, this episode is for you. Because the problem isn't that you're not trying hard enough. It's that the strategies most people rely on are keeping you stuck on the surface, and real healing requires going de...
#63: How the GI-MAP Resolved My Client’s Persistent Reflux 30.03.2026 24:56
If you’ve been doing everything “right” for your stomach… changing your diet, adding supplements, trying protocols… and still not getting answers, this episode is for you. Because the problem might not be that you need to try harder. It might be that you’re missing the right data. In this episode, I’m breaking down how the GI-MAP stool test works, what it actually shows, and why it can completely...
#62: Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Gut Healing - What the Research Says & My Vagustim Review 23.03.2026 35:45
If you’ve been hearing about vagus nerve stimulation and wondering if it’s actually worth it… or just another wellness trend, this episode is for you. Because when you’re dealing with reflux, heartburn, IBS-like symptoms, or ongoing stomach issues, you don’t need another trendy tool. You need to understand what’s actually happening in your body and what will truly move the needle. In this episode,...
#61: The Symptom Relief Trap - Are you actually resolving your symptoms... or just wasting your time? 16.03.2026 16:31
If you’ve been doing all the things for your gut, trying different diets, adding supplements, following protocols, and still find yourself stuck in a cycle where symptoms improve for a little while and then come right back, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain: the symptom relief trap . Bec...
#60: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Dead Ends Lead to the Best Actions and a Buc-ee's Bathroom Fan (Part 3) 09.03.2026 37:24
Healing rarely moves in a straight line. Sometimes it’s progress, sometimes it’s setbacks, and sometimes it’s discovering things you never expected. In this third update of my Healing My Gut in Real Time series, I’m sharing everything that’s unfolded behind the scenes since the last episode. From uncovering a mold exposure through my OAT test to having a practitioner consultation that completely c...
#59: Why an FDNP Is the Best Practitioner to Support Your Ability to Heal 02.03.2026 21:22
If you’ve worked with multiple practitioners, tried different protocols, and still feel like you’re missing the bigger picture of why your body isn’t healing, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing why working with a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDNP) can be such a turning point, not because it’s trendy or different for the sake of being different, but because this...
#58: [Live Training Clip] The 3 Biggest Roadblocks Keeping Reflux and Heartburn Stuck 23.02.2026 15:43
Today’s episode is a special clip pulled from a live training I hosted, where I walk you through the three most common roadblocks I see in people who are still dealing with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain, even after treating H pylori or always testing negative. If you’ve been doing all the “right” things but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why and show you where the re...
#57: Silent Reflux Explained - How to Calm Throat Symptoms When Heartburn Isn’t the Problem 16.02.2026 23:51
If you’re dealing with throat symptoms that don’t quite make sense and classic reflux advice hasn’t helped, this episode is for you. Today, we’re breaking down LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux), also known as silent reflux , why it looks so different from typical heartburn, and how these symptoms are often tied to digestion, stress, and nervous system patterns that get overlooked. My goal in this epi...
#56: Reflux After H Pylori - Why Symptoms Linger and What to Do Next 09.02.2026 22:12
If you’ve already treated H pylori, or you never had it in the first place, and reflux or heartburn are still running the show, this episode is for you. Because lingering symptoms don’t mean you failed treatment. And they don’t automatically mean something was missed. More often than not, these symptoms mean your focus needs to shift. In this episode, I’m breaking down why symptoms can stick aroun...
#55: Gut Health Q&A - Real Answers to H Pylori, SIBO, and Lingering Symptoms 02.02.2026 16:21
In this Q&A episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m answering some of the most common and most misunderstood questions I get about gut health. From navigating H pylori with a fragile microbiome to understanding why SIBO keeps coming back, we’re digging into real-life scenarios with root-cause focused answers. If you’ve been feeling confused, stuck, or overwhelmed by conflicting advice,...
#54: The Biggest GI-MAP Protocol Mistakes (And How to Use It the Right Way) 26.01.2026 17:39
If your GI-MAP results ever led to a protocol that made you feel worse, or just didn’t work, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m breaking down the three most common mistakes I see practitioners make when interpreting GI-MAP results. These missteps don’t just lead to ineffective protocols… they can actually stall your progress , drain your energy, and keep you s...
#53: Healing My Gut in Real Time: GI-MAP Results, My Protocol, and a Big Pivot (Part 2) 19.01.2026 37:30
If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to dig into your symptoms using functional lab testing and pivot your healing strategy in real time, this episode is for you. In this second part of my personal gut healing series, I’m walking you through my actual GI-MAP test results and the steps I took next. From uncovering hidden digestive dysfunction to the surprise discovery that changed ever...
#52: A Deep Dive Into the Functional Labs I use in My Practice for Reflux & Heartburn 12.01.2026 31:28
If you've been cutting out foods, loading up on supplements, and following all the reflux advice - but still not seeing results - it might be time to stop guessing and start testing. In this episode, I'm walking you through the five most powerful functional labs I use with my 1:1 clients to get real answers about what's driving reflux, heartburn, and stubborn stomach pain. You'll learn how these l...
#51: The Biggest Roadblocks in Your Stomach Healing (and How to Finally Get Unstuck This Year) 05.01.2026 24:23
If you’re heading into the new year determined to finally get your reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain under control, but deep down you’re afraid you’ll end up stuck in the same cycle again, this episode is for you. Healing doesn’t happen by chance. And if you’ve been relying on the same strategies year after year - cutting out more foods, stacking more supplements, or guessing your way through - i...
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