Allison Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP

What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison

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What the Gut is your go-to podcast for busy moms and women seeking balance, vitality, and whole-body healing. Hosted by Allison, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and mama of three, this podcast dives into the connection between gut health, faith, and living your best life. If you’re tired of chronic fatigue, bloating, and feeling overwhelmed, Allison is here to help you uncover the root causes of your health struggles with science-backed strategies and a faith-filled approach. Whether you’re navigating motherhood or simply looking for practical tips to reclaim y...

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Allison Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP

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Health

Latest episode

Dec 17, 2025

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Episodes

71. Navigating Insomnia with Morgan Adams, Sleep Coach 25.06.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Morgan Adams, a transformative holistic sleep coach and two-time breast cancer survivor. Morgan shares her journey battling insomnia and prescription sleep dependence, along with advice on establishing a consistent wake time, morning light exposure, and meal timing to improve sleep. From overcoming addiction to sleep medication to under...

70. Trusting Yourself as a Middle Aged Woman with Jenna Richardson, FDN-P 18.06.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Jenna Richardson, founder of Princeton Integrative Health and the visionary behind One Rich Life and One Wealthy Woman. Jenna shares her journey from a high-paced career in international business to becoming a dedicated advocate for functional medicine after experiencing flaws in the conventional healthcare system. Jenna discusses the p...

69. The Hidden Connection Between Emotions and Physical Illness with Polina LeRoy, PhD 11.06.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Polina LeRoy, a medical intuitive and holistic wellness coach specializing in women's health since 2012. Polina shares her journey into medical intuition sparked by personal loss and healing, her unique perspectives on cancer, autoimmune conditions, and postpartum depression. She emphasizes the interconnectedness of mental, physical, an...

68. Modern Biohacking for Chronic Health Conditions with Dr. Clement Lee, ND 04.06.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Dr. Clement Lee, a leading expert in regenerative medicine and injection therapies, to discuss his approach to treating chronic illnesses such as Lyme disease, mold toxicity, parasites, hidden infections, and environmental toxicities. Dr. Lee details his use of modern IV therapies, including vitamins, botanicals, peptides, ozone, IV las...

67. From Lupus Patient to Medical Doctor with Donna Hutchinson, M.D. 28.05.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Dr. Donna Hutchinson, a UK-based medical doctor with 28 years in family medicine and advanced training in functional and sport/exercise medicine. Dr. Hutchinson shares her journey from a teen diagnosed with systemic lupus to becoming a doctor who integrates mind-body medicine into her practice. She emphasizes the importance of looking b...

66. Medical Intuition and Gut Health with Tammy Russell, Energy Healer 21.05.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Tammy Russell, a practitioner who combines medical intuition with energy work to treat physical and emotional ailments. Drawing from personal experiences with her own and her children's health issues, Tammy explains her journey from being a dietitian to becoming an intuitive energy healer. She highlights various aspects of her practice,...

65. How High Achievers Can Beat Burnout and Heal with Naomi Hall, Wellness Expert 14.05.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Naomi Hall, a speaker and coach, who shares insights on managing stress by working with the brain to build sustainable, healthy habits. Naomi discusses her battle with chronic Lyme disease and emphasizes the importance of controlling what you can to achieve a more abundant life. Stress's impact on gut health, the role of cortisol, and v...

64. Practical Nutrition for Busy Moms to Heal Their Gut with Andrea Ballenthin, CNS 07.05.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Andrea Ballenthin, a functional nutritionist who specializes in gut health, hormonal imbalances, and skin health. Andrea shares her health journey, which led her to become a dedicated advocate for holistic healing. She discusses major disruptors of the gut microbiome, such as antibiotics, and provides practical tips for maintaining gut...

63. Autoimmunity Doesn't Have to Be Forever with Katherine Kiviat, Clinical Nutritionist 30.04.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Katherine Kiviat, a clinical nutritionist specializing in functional medicine, who supports women in reclaiming their energy and improving their health. Katherine shares her deeply personal journey from a high-paced career in photojournalism to functional nutrition. She details her struggles with autoimmune conditions and her son's heal...

62. Taking Control of Your Family's Health Through Homesteading with Becky Gross 23.04.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes back Becky Gross, a dedicated single mom passionate about homesteading, homeschooling, and uncovering hidden dangers in our environment. Becky shares insights into her lifestyle, including managing chickens and a dairy cow, and discusses the importance of sustainable living and entrepreneurship. The conversation also delves into the hea...

61. Making Gluten-Free Living Simple with Jennifer Marcks, Certified Health Coach 16.04.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut podcast, Allison welcomes Jennifer Marcks, a certified gluten-free health coach, about the challenges and triumphs of living a gluten-free lifestyle. Jennifer shares her personal story of suffering from undiagnosed gluten intolerance and the transformative journey that followed once she identified gluten as the culprit. She discusses how the transition to a glut...

SPECIAL EPISODE: Hormones, Metabolism, and the Foundation You’re Missing with Dr. Liana Rodriguez 14.04.2025

To book your free discovery call, visit us at PEAK👉🏻 www.gopeakmed.com     In this episode, Allison sits down with Dr. Liana Rodriguez, a functional medicine doctor, entrepreneur, and mentor, to discuss revolutionary approaches to women's health, particularly in navigating perimenopause and menopause. Announcing their exciting partnership to bring PEAK Integrative Medicine to Mississippi, they d...

60. Understanding Allergies, Food Sensitivities and Intolerances with Lisa McPherson, Registered Nutritional Therapist 09.04.2025

In this episode of What the Gut podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, discusses holistic wellness strategies for busy moms. Alison is joined by Lisa, a registered nutritional therapist and certified genetics practitioner, who shares her personal health journey and expertise in gut health, food intolerances, and sensitivities. Lisa explains the differences between food allerg...

59. Body Up, Mind Down Approach to Grief with Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki, Somatic Grief Therapist 02.04.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Jason Wendroff-Rawnicki, a keynote speaker, bestselling author, somatic grief therapist, yoga instructor, and healthy lifestyle educator. The discussion revolves around the significance of adopting a holistic approach to grief by incorporating physical health, mental well-being, and mindfulness. Jason shares his 'body up, mind down' phi...

58. The Power of Slowing Down at Work with Gina Marisa, Corporate Wellness and Stress Management Expert 26.03.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut podcast, host Allison interviews Gina Marisa, a corporate wellness and stress management expert. The discussion centers around holistic approaches to managing stress and maintaining overall health. Gina shares her deep personal wellness journey, catalyzed by a kidney transplant 31 years ago, and her transition from a paralegal to a wellness advocate. The convers...

57. Rebuilding Your Health from the Gut Up with Buddy Touchinsky, DC, CFMP 19.03.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Dr. Buddy Touchinsky, CEO of PEAK Integrative Medicine, to discuss the critical role of gut health in overall wellness. They explore the foundational importance of gut health, how imbalances contribute to chronic conditions, and the limitations of conventional medicine in addressing these concerns. Dr. Buddy explains a layered approach...

56. The Mind-Body Approach to Healing MCAS with Amanda Panacea, LMHC and Holistic Practitioner 12.03.2025

In this episode of What the Gut podcast, Allison welcomes Amanda Panacea, a holistic practitioner and licensed mental health counselor. Amanda shares her personal health journey, including her struggles with mold illness, mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and emotional trauma. The conversation delves into Amanda's transformative healing process, discussing the importance of nervous system regu...

55. Optimizing Fertility Through Nutrition with Taryn Firsker, Pregnancy Nutrition Specialist 05.03.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut podcast, Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, interviews Taryn Firsker, a holistic nutritionist and pregnancy nutrition specialist. Taryn shares her personal journey through infertility and the steps she took to successfully navigate it. The discussion covers the importance of diet, lifestyle, and stress management in optimizing fertility and achieving...

54. Thriving With Autism with Jimmy Clare, Professional Speaker & Advocate 26.02.2025

In this episode of What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes special guest Jimmy Clare, a professional keynote speaker, podcaster, live stream host, and autism advocate. Jimmy shares his inspiring journey of overcoming bullying and challenges related to his autism and nonverbal learning disorder. Diagnosed in his early school years, Jimmy opens up about his experiences, the role of fitness in buildin...

53. Gut Health as the Foundation of Wellness with Kate Lazarotti 19.02.2025

In this episode, Allison welcomes Kate Lazzarotti, a national board certified health and wellness professional, to share her inspiring journey from undiagnosed gut issues to healing. Kate discusses her mission to empower others to combat chronic diseases by addressing gut health, hormone balance, and reducing inflammation. Learn about Kate's personal struggle with SIBO, chronic stress, and inferti...

52. Holistic Approaches to Managing Migraines with Lindsey de los Santos 12.02.2025

In this episode, Allison welcomes Lindsay de los Santos, a migraine advocate, writer, speaker, and content creator. Lindsay shares her journey of managing severe migraines through a holistic approach. She explains what it means to be a migraine advocate, emphasizing the importance of hope and the multitude of treatment options beyond medication. Lindsay recounts her personal story, including her t...

51. Gut Check: Season 1 Wrap-Up with Allison 05.02.2025

In this special episode, Allison celebrates the completion of Season 1 of the podcast reflecting on the incredible journey and guests who have contributed to the show's success. She shares her vision behind the podcast, emphasizing the importance of gut health, mind-body connection, and building a supportive community. Looking forward, Allison gives a sneak peek into the topics lined up for Season...

50. Raising Responsible Children with Parenting Expert Martha Burich 29.01.2025

In this episode, Allison welcomes Martha, a child psychology professor and special education teacher with over two decades of experience. Martha, also an author of the book 'Yes, You Can Raise Happy, Responsible Children,' shares her journey and parenting philosophy. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, the ineffectiveness and repercussions of punishment, and the vital role of saying...

49. Strength Training Beyond Baseline with Dr. Kaytlyn Wells, DPT 22.01.2025

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison dives into strength training and injury prevention. Joined by Dr. Kaytlyn, DPT with a background in exercise and movement science, the conversation covers numerous facets of health—from the benefits of strength training in daily life to personalized approaches in physical therapy. Kaytlyn shares her journey from traditional PT to a more holistic...

48. What You Need to Know About GLP-1s with Allison 15.01.2025

In this episode, Allison discusses GLP-1 agonists, powerful hormones essential for regulating blood sugar, managing appetite, and supporting weight loss. Allison describes various GLP-1 medications approved by the FDA and highlights their uses, benefits, and potential side effects. Emphasizing the importance of diet and exercise, the episode also explores natural ways to boost GLP-1 production thr...

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