What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison

In this podcast episode, host Allison welcomes Vicki Paris Goodman, a retired mechanical engineer and author of 'To Sam With Love, A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief'. Vicki shares her journey of losing her husband Sam to cancer soon after retiring to Prescott, Arizona, and how, despite the grief, she experienced an unexpected flood of optimism and opportunities that led her to new hobbi...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, welcomes Regina Roberti, a homeschool mom, holistic health coach, and licensed trainer of advanced conversational hypnosis (ACH). They delve into the principles of ACH, highlighting its effectiveness in solving problems like insomnia by addressing deeper subconscious issues rather than treating symptom...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, talks to Meghan Pritchard, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and a birth doula based in Mississippi. The discussion focuses on the importance of pelvic health, its deep connection with overall wellness, and its impact on gut health and constipation. Meghan shares her personal and profe...

This episode of What the Gut features a conversation between host, Allison, and Allison Tharp, a woman's hormone and metabolic health coach. They discuss the importance of managing one's lifestyle factors associated with hormonal health. Such factors include diet, sleep, stress management, and the menstrual cycle. They stress the importance of proactivity in one's health and taking the necessary s...

This episode features Becca Hill, a nurse practitioner and Pregnancy & Postpartum Fitness Coach, to share her thoughts on the importance of exercise and self-care for mothers. The conversation spans from Becca's personal fitness journey that started in high school to becoming a mother and realizing the need for postpartum fitness. They also touch upon common misconceptions surrounding exercise...

In this episode of What the Gut, Allison speaks to award-winning spiritual psychology coach and best-selling author, Lainne Love. Their conversation extends to matters of personal growth, healing, and spirituality. Lainne shares her own journey of overcoming hardship through deep introspection, subconscious reprogramming, self-love, and self-responsibility. She details a transformative incident in...

In this episode, Molly Bachmann, PT, DPT is back to talk about the often neglected issue of painful postpartum. This conversation between Allison and Molly discusses the biological, structural, hormonal, and sociocultural aspects that cause or contribute to painful postpartum sex, including pelvic floor stress, scar tissue, muscle tightness, nerve damage, exhaustion, relationship dynamics and a so...

This episode is a conversation with Laurel Donahoo, a busy mom managing multiple roles and responsibilities. Laurel is a Social Media Manager, Influencer, mom, wife, and Jesus lover. This episode discusses how embracing rhythms rather than striving for perfect balance helps juggle tasks more efficiently. Laurel shares her daily routine and how faith is seamlessly integrated with her holistic welln...

In this episode, host Allison and guest Nicole, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, discuss the holistic approach to health and wellness. They delve into the intricacies of achieving holistic wellness while balancing the demands of daily life, focusing on gut health and its connection to overall health. Nicole shares her personal journey of overcoming constant illness and transforming her health th...

In this episode, Allison engages in a thoughtful conversation with Jess Kohlman, founder of Faithfully Fit Motherhood. Jess shares her transformational journey from suffering health issues due to poor eating habits and excessive workouts to acquiring certifications as a personal trainer and nutrition coach, thereby achieving a thriving and healthier lifestyle. This conversation discusses the impor...

In this episode of What The Gut, Allison talks with Laura, a Compounding and Functional Medicine Pharmacist at Service Drugs in Ridgeland, Mississippi. They discuss Laura's personal wellness journey, touching on the importance of gut health in overall wellness, lifestyle changes that can help manage inflammation, and the general benefits of functional medicine. They also discuss the differences be...

In this episode of What the Gut, Allison interviews Gabriela Gonzalez, founder and editor of Modern Witnesses, about her transformative journey toward holistic wellbeing. Gabriela shares her journey of healing her endometriosis through lifestyle changes and an herbal supplement protocol, highlighting the importance of proactive research, self-advocacy, and a holistic approach to health. The episod...

This episode features an in-depth conversation with Molly Bachmann, a Birth Doula and a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in Pelvic Health. This episode contains insightful discussions about the importance of pelvic health and how it contributes to holistic wellness. The conversation dwells on the complications associated with pelvic floor muscles and Dr. Molly suggests practical solutions g...

On this episode, I will be talking about why pelvic health is important for gut health. Pelvic health is pivotal for gut well-being—supporting digestion, nerve communication, and preventing issues. Dive into the crucial connection for holistic wellness. Connect with Allison: Instagram: @allisongetswell    💜Support the show by leaving a rating + review, share on Instagram, or sending it to your BF...

In this podcast episode, ex-military and performance coach Josie unravels her journey into personal training and her focus on cycle syncing. Developing her fitness routines from an early age, Josie discusses her experiences with obstacles course racing, endurance training, and fitness coaching. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s female physiology and combining a healthy mindset w...

On this episode of What the Gut, I'll be talking with Christine, Registered Dietitian who wears many hats and thrives in helping others craft their dream healthy lifestyle. Christine's journey to hormonal balance was not a straight line. Her own experience with PCOS, irregular cycles, and the diagnosis that IVF might be her only path to motherhood challenged her deeply. Determined to rewrite her o...

On this episode of What the Gut I’ll be talking about how we think and set goals. It hit me during a talk with someone that saying we're doing everything while feeling held back by fear just doesn't add up. Being truthful with ourselves is super important! It's about being the best "you," not what others think. My journey to feeling better showed me that sometimes, we need help beyond what we know...

Welcome back to What the Gut, where we'll dive into all things, gut health, God, and good times for moms. Today, we're diving into a connection often overlooked, and this is how to be an active follower of Christ and how that impacts our gut health and overall wellbeing. There's a few points that I really want to make evident today. The first one is that faith has got to be the foundation. Connect...

This podcast, hosted by holistic health and wellness coach, Allison, explores her journey with gut health and how that intersects with her experiences as a mother. She shares numerous strategies for busy moms to holistically approach their health and wellness while managing the challenges of daily life. During the episode, Allison has a candid conversation with Miranda Lee, host of the 'Bread Ther...

Today, I'm going to be talking about some common misconceptions that moms face whenever it comes to prioritizing their health, especially concerning gut health and how we can get through these obstacles. Now, some of these are things that I have experienced myself as well. And then some of these are things that I just see other moms struggling with, that I want to be able to help with. Connect wit...

Welcome back to What the Gut. Today we are going to be talking about six common mistakes that people make when healing their gut. A lot of you are on a gut health journey. Maybe you even think that you need to heal your gut in some form or fashion, but are not really sure where to start. Some of you know that I have been on my own gut health journey, and some of these mistakes are some that I've e...

In my first podcast episode,  I share my personal battle with gut issues and how I navigated through the challenges to achieve holistic wellness. From the early days of stomach pain to post-pregnancy struggles, I reflect on the emotional and physical toll it took on me. I hope my story resonates not only with mothers but with anyone who has ever felt lost in the sea of health advice and yearned fo...

Are you a busy mom seeking balance and wellness? Join me on this journey towards vitality and holistic health. I understand the challenges of juggling endless tasks while striving for a healthier life. In this podcast, we dive into the nitty-gritty of everyday struggles. From battling fatigue to navigating gut health, I'm here to offer holistic solutions. Say farewell to feeling overwhelmed and le...