Podcasts about gut brain

What if intuition isn't something you think — but something you feel? In this episode, Doug Bytes sits down with embodiment teacher and author Philip Shepherd, author of Radical Wholeness, Deep Witness, and co-author of Deep Fitness, to explore how modern culture disconnects men from their bodies — and how reclaiming embodied awareness restores intuition, clarity, and grounded strength. Philip shares the story of his teenage bicycle journey across Europe, the Middle East, India, and Japan — a self-initiated rite of passage that shaped his understanding of culture, identity, and embodied intelligence. We explore: ·         Why intuition lives in the body, not the thinking mind ·         The intelligence of the pelvic floor and "pelvic bowl" ·         How cultural conditioning pulls us out of our center ·         A simple pelvic floor breathing practice ·         The concept of embodied presence ·         Energy integration and healing "stuck" emotion ·         The science of myokines and muscle as metabolic medicine ·         Why strength training (not cardio) may be foundational for longevity ·         Training to momentary muscular failure and deep fitness principles ·         Breath, panic, and remaining calm under pressure This conversation bridges somatics, men's personal development, neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and strength science — offering practical tools for men who want to develop intuition, resilience, and grounded leadership. If you're interested in embodiment, radical wholeness, conscious masculinity, breathwork, metabolic health, or strength training for longevity — this episode delivers both philosophy and practical insight.

Parkinson's disease doesn't begin in the brain—it often starts decades earlier, in the gut, immune system, and toxic load of the body. 80% of all Parkinsons Patients had constipation for years before their disease became known to them. In this powerful and in-depth episode of The Whole Body Detox Show, David DeHaas of Living Waters Wellness Center breaks down the real, often ignored root causes of Parkinson's disease, neurodegeneration, tremors, mobility loss, constipation, cognitive decline, and early neurological symptoms.Drawing from the Blaylock Wellness Report and decades of clinical experience, David explains how environmental toxins, pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, inflammation, insulin resistance, and excitotoxicity quietly damage neurons long before symptoms appear.This episode covers:Why Parkinson's often begins in the gut, with constipation as an early warning signHow environmental toxins and fumes enter the brain through the noseThe role of inflammation, TNF-alpha, glutamate, and excitotoxicityWhy pesticides, herbicides, aluminum, and chemical exposure increase neurological riskHow insulin resistance and blood sugar imbalance worsen brain degenerationThe connection between gut toxicity, alpha-synuclein, dopamine loss, and tremorsWhy early symptoms are often reversible when addressed properlyReal clinical stories of people who regained mobility, reduced tremors, and improved quality of lifeThe importance of detoxification, gut healing, and lifestyle medicine for prevention and recoveryDavid also outlines practical prevention strategies, including diet changes, toxin avoidance, gut cleansing, exercise, and targeted supplementation—while emphasizing that true healing requires addressing the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of health.This episode is essential listening for anyone concerned about: Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, dementia, tremors, constipation, inflammation, toxin exposure, or long-term brain health.Call to Action (DM-Driven)

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In this episode of Expanded Mamas, I'm joined by Atavia Minoudis, an IBS recovery coach and nutritional therapist, to dive deep into the gut-brain connection. Whether you have digestive issues or just want better overall wellness, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to support your gut, calm your nervous system, and feel more in control in daily life.How your gut and brain communicate and why it matters for digestion and overall healthThe role of stress in gut health and simple ways to shift out of “fight or flight”Daily habits to strengthen your gut-brain connection—no special diet requiredHow IBS flare-ups can be reduced by retraining the nervous systemTools for nervous system regulation that help moms feel calmer, clearer, and more groundedIf you want to feel more balanced, energized, and supported in motherhood, this episode is for you.Listen, learn, and start supporting your gut-brain connection today!Want more personalized support?The Expanded Mamas Collective is a supportive space for moms who want to feel calmer, stronger, and more grounded—without burning out or doing it alone.Inside the collective, you'll find:Breathwork, mindfulness, and movement practices designed for motherhoodSimple tools that integrate into daily lifeA community of moms who get itSupport for your mental, emotional, and physical well-being

Sponsored by the Institute for Functional Nursing. Learn more about our programs at www.fxnursing.com Functional psychiatry is one of the least common niches in the functional medicine world, but it is often where patients experience some of the most profound “whole person” care. In this episode, Brigitte Sager interviews Everest Goldstein, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and IFM certified clinician, about what functional psychiatry really means, how she built her practice, and why nursing is uniquely positioned to lead in this space. Everest shares her own turning point after Lyme disease, when a provider spent the time to take a full functional history and connect the dots. From there, she explains how functional psychiatry treats depression and anxiety as symptoms with root causes, not labels that end the conversation. You'll hear practical, surprising examples of how gut health, cortisol dysregulation, dysbiosis, H. pylori, constipation, and yeast overgrowth can drive mood symptoms, and why foundations like sleep, stress, movement, and nutrition matter more than “shiny objects” like endless supplements, peptides, or IVs. They also discuss building community as a clinician, the realities of starting a practice, and how nurses can confidently work within scope by focusing on foundational health behaviors and patient education. Missed the Redefining the Future of Nursing Summit? Click here to get access to all the session replays. Key Takeaways Functional psychiatry is a root-cause approach that integrates conventional and functional tools to restore whole-person health Depression and anxiety can reflect underlying physiology such as gut dysfunction, cortisol patterns, hormones, sleep disruption, or unresolved trauma Gut health is a recurring driver in mental health cases, including dysbiosis, H. pylori, constipation, and yeast overgrowth “Treatment-resistant depression” often signals an incomplete root-cause workup, not a lack of options Many medication side effects and poor responses make more sense when you evaluate stress physiology (including low cortisol patterns) Nurses can create major impact within scope by prioritizing foundations: nutrition, sleep, movement, stress regulation, and lifestyle change support New functional providers often overuse supplements; experienced clinicians typically simplify and return to the basics Sustainable practice building requires boundaries, community, and a clear niche that patients can understand Featured Guest Everest Goldstein, PMHNP-BC, IFMCP Founder, Everest Functional Psychiatry and Wellness, and Evergreen Functional Collective Facebook Instagram

A new study by a GW-led research team suggests gut bacteria may be linked to memory decline in mild cognitive impairment, or MCI, and some dementia diseases. Published in Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association, the scoping review is shedding light on the growing evidence that gut microbiome imbalances—known as dysbiosis—may play a key role in the development and progression of MCI and Alzheimer's disease. Today, we have with us two of the study's lead authors—Drs. Leigh Frame and Alison Warren of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Frame-Corr Lab. Dr. Frame is an expert on the gut microbiome, co-leader of the lab, executive director of the Office of Integrative Medicine & Health, and an associate professor here at GW. Dr. Warren is a doctoral student in the Translational Health Sciences PhD Program here at GW and an adjunct assistant professor. She is collaborating with the Frame-Corr Lab in microbiome studies associated with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease. Drs. Frame and Warren are all on the faculty of the Institute for Brain Health & Dementia at the GW Milken Institute School of Public Health. Dr. Misha Kogan, an integrative geriatrician, expert on dementia diseases, and also institute faculty, is the co-host on this episode. ◘ Related Links: GW Press Release: https://bit.ly/3NXSZ4l; Journal Article: The microbiota–gut–brain axis in mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease: a scoping review of human studies, https://bit.ly/3ZsPmWV; Frame-Corr Lab: https://framecorrlab.smhs.gwu.edu/ ◘ Transcript: bit.ly/3JoA2mz ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.

Your child's stomach hurts every day. You've tried diet changes. You've done the tests. Everything comes back normal—and the pain is still there!  Discover the new science of Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction; why food gets blamed when it isn't the cause, and how the nervous system can cause digestive symptoms. Hear about the surprising treatment that helps many kids feel better.  If you've ever felt stuck, dismissed, or desperate for answers about your child's stomach pain, this episode offers clarity, hope, and a new way forward.      Find Dr. Ali Navidi at GIPsychology.com    Shop for Begin Health Growing Up Prebiotics with 25% off first subscription. Use code DOCTORWENDY25   Send your questions to hello@pediatriciannextdoorpodcast.com or message me online here.  Find products from the show on the shop page.   *As an Amazon Associate, I earn commission from qualifying purchases.    More from The Pediatrician Next Door:    Website: Pediatrician Next Door Podcast  Instagram: @the_pediatrician_next_door  Facebook: facebook.com/wendy.l.hunter.75  TikTok: @drwendyhunter  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drwendyhunter    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This conversation explores the complex and deeply human relationship between gut health and mental wellbeing. Srinivas Kamath shares insights from his research into the gut–brain axis, unpacking how hormones, stress, medication and diet intersect at the microbiome level. We discuss the limitations of current mental health treatments, the growing promise of prebiotics, and why personalised medicine may be the future of emotional and cognitive care. The episode also looks ahead to emerging research in longevity, GLP-1 therapies and the role of the gut in neurodegenerative disease, offering a grounded yet hopeful view of where this science is heading. Key Takeaways The gut and brain operate in constant two-way communication, influencing mood, cognition and emotional regulation. Chronic stress and elevated cortisol can compromise the gut lining, contributing to inflammation and so-called leaky gut. Female hormones shape the microbiome across the lifespan, and gut health in turn affects hormonal balance. Understanding an individual’s microbiome opens the door to truly personalised approaches to mental and emotional health. Many psychiatric medications alter the gut microbiome, which may explain common side effects and variable outcomes. Prebiotics play a foundational role in supporting a resilient and diverse microbiome.For most people, prebiotics are more effective and sustainable than probiotic supplementation alone. GLP-1 is central to appetite regulation, gut signalling and broader metabolic and mental health pathways. The vagus nerve acts as a key communication highway between the gut and the brain.Gut microbiome research is rapidly evolving, with more questions than definitive answers at this stage. Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the gut–brain connection02:50 How hormones influence gut health05:34 Precision medicine and mental health outcomes08:30 Fecal microbiota transplants explained11:25 Why prebiotics matter14:02 Probiotics versus prebiotics16:59 Everyday ways to support gut health19:46 Cortisol, stress and GLP-122:15 Revisiting the gut–brain axis23:53 Serotonin, dopamine and the gut26:21 Emotional blunting and GLP-1 medications29:18 Gaps in medical education30:36 Drug development timelines33:10 Funding challenges in microbiome research35:18 The role of AI in gut health science37:02 Why gut health underpins overall wellbeing39:37 Integrating traditional and emerging approaches41:47 The microbiome and longevity42:38 Gut health and neurodegenerative disease43:37 How to begin a prebiotic-first approach Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/PYgWVYHdI_ISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered if your nerves are causing your stomach troubles? We explain the surprising science of the gut-brain axis and reveal how anxiety triggers diarrhea, plus practical strategies to break the cycle and reclaim your digestive health. Learn more at https://amfmtreatment.com/blog/can-anxiety-cause-diarrhea/ A Mission for Michael (AMFM) City: San Juan Capistrano Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd. Website: https://amfmtreatment.com/

In this episode of The Scope Forward Show, Praveen Suthrum speaks with Alex Noumidis, Co-founder and CEO of Nerva, a digital therapeutic platform for IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and other disorders of gut-brain interaction. They discuss the origins of Nerva, the science of psychophysiology, digital health adoption in GI, and the challenges of bringing behavioral therapies into mainstream gastroenterology. The conversation dives deep into the power of gut-directed hypnotherapy, its clinical validation, the bottlenecks in scaling access to GI psychology, and what it takes to build a product that patients actually use. They've seen 300,000 patients and plan to expand to all GI conditions. Recorded between Australia and Mumbai, this global conversation also reflects on the evolving landscape of GI care.*

Well howdy my curious crew, today we're taking somewhat of an insightful detour on our discussion of the rest and digest system! Our mode of transportation? Metaphor! We're using figurative language to figure out what should already be widely known.  For anyone new here, we'll be discussing neuroscience, math, fluid dynamics, lateral learning and inhibition - we cover a lot of ground. Feel free to trilateral my position on information silos and receive a high five when you get here. Apologies to those who aren't mathematically inclined, sometimes you have to “take it there” to prove a point, coordinate frustration.  Also, please feel free to leave your favorite marching band performance! They're so hypnotic and incredibly impressive, I'd be honored to have them in the communal Schauer. Make sure to rate my 5 stars on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, any place you get your podcasts! Resources: ‘Next Albert Einstein' is 32-year-old woman who turned down $1.1m offer from university https://www.ladbible.com/news/science/next-albert-einstein-sabrina-gonzalez-pasterski-327566-20260112 I know, I never thought I'd cite LadBible either… Elusive Cures: Why Neuroscience Hasn't Solved Brain Disorders and How We Can Change That - Nicole C. Rust  This Is What It Sounds Like - Susan Rogers & Ogi Ogas On the Art and Craft of Doing Science - Kenneth Catania  The Meaning of Proofs: Mathematics as Storytelling - Gabriele Lolli Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement - Ashley Shew  Neurogastronomy: How the Brain Creates Flavor and Why It Matters - Gordon Shepherd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Joi & Blokes, Fatty15, and Strong Coffee Company. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, MD joins Ever Forward Radio to explore why true healing goes far beyond food, supplements, and exercise—and into the nervous system, emotional health, and human connection. Drawing from his new book Plant Powered Plus, Will explains how inflammation is driven by an inseparable triad of gut microbiome imbalance, immune dysfunction, and a compromised gut barrier, while also revealing how chronic stress, unresolved trauma, loneliness, and circadian disruption can prevent the body from ever feeling safe enough to heal. This episode clearly explains the gut–brain–immune axis, the role of parasympathetic "safety" states, why PTSD and trauma leave measurable signatures in the gut, and how practices like sunlight exposure, breathwork, meaningful relationships, and spiritual purpose are not "woo"—but biology.  Follow Will @theguthealthmd Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Introduction: Why You're Not Healing (It's Not Just Food) 01:30 – Inflammation, Strength & the Core Thesis of Plant Powered Plus 02:25 – 70% of the Immune System Lives in the Gut 03:40 – The Inflammation Trifecta: Dysbiosis, Gut Barrier & Immunity 05:10 – How Fast the Gut Microbiome and Gut Lining Can Heal 06:00 – 450,000 New Gut Cells Every Second 09:00 – Why the Body Wants to Heal (If We Let It) 10:00 – Morning Sunlight, Circadian Rhythm & Energy 11:30 – Gut Microbes Follow a 24-Hour Schedule 12:45 – Why the Immune System Is Active at Night 14:00 – Serotonin, Melatonin & Gut Repair 16:00 – Cortisol: When Stress Helps vs. Harms 18:30 – The Sympathetic Nervous System & "Berserker Mode 21:45 – How Chronic Stress Damages the Gut Barrier 24:00 – Trauma, PTSD & Inflammatory Disease 26:00 – Why You Can't Out-Diet Trauma 29:00 – Science, Pattern Recognition & the Mind–Body Connection 32:00 – Parasympathetic Healing: Safety, Rest & Digestion 34:00 – Breathwork, Meditation & Nervous System Regulation 36:00 – Human Connection as Medicine 38:30 – Loneliness, Mortality & Modern Society 43:00 – Why Meaningful Relationships Are Essential for Health 46:00 – Can You Be Healthy Without Deep Connection? 49:00 – Measuring Stress: HRV, Wearables & Inflammation 55:30 – Trauma, PTSD & the Gut Microbiome 58:00 – Healing Trauma and Healing the Gut Together 1:03:30 – Dr. Bulsiewicz's Personal Healing Story 1:09:30 – Reconciliation, Grief & Spiritual Healing 1:18:00 – Purpose, Faith & the Limits of Science 1:22:00 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Get 50% off any diagnostic labs with code CHASE at https://www.JoiAndBlokes.com/chase Get an additional 15% off the 90-day starter kit of C15:0 essential fatty acids https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Save 15% on organic coffee and lattes with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get Will's new book, Plant Powered PLUS Learn more at TheGutHealthMD.com

Heal the silent conversation between your mind and your body in just 10 minutes.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we journey inward to explore the "Gut-Brain Revolution"—a soothing session designed to relax the Vagus Nerve and plant seeds of calmness in your inner garden. We often treat our minds and bodies as separate, but they are constantly communicating. This guided meditation gently unties the knots of worry in your stomach and helps you digest life with ease.In this session, you will experience:Vagus Nerve Activation: Deep belly breathing to signal safety to your brainstem and lower heart rate.Somatic Release: A guided visualization to melt tension from the solar plexus and "second brain".Inner Garden Visualization: Restore your microbiome and inner world with healing imagery of nature and symbiosis.Gut-Health Affirmations: Powerful statements to harmonize your digestion and intuition, such as "I trust my gut to guide me" and "As I heal my body, I calm my mind".Whether you are struggling with anxiety, digestive stress, or simply the rush of the world, this is your safe space to rest and digest.Support the Podcast: If you found peace in this session, please consider sharing it with a friend or colleague who needs a little calm today. Leaving a review helps others find this safe space.

What if some of what you're calling “anxiety,” brain fog, low mood, or restless sleep isn't a personality flaw… but a gut + immune signal your body has been trying to send for years?In this raw, real, and deeply empowering conversation, Susan sits down with functional medicine physician Dr. Jill Carnahan (and yes, she's right here in Colorado!) to unpack the gut-brain axis and how the microbiome can influence neuroinflammation, cognition, mood, histamine, and resilience.Dr. Jill shares her extraordinary personal story—breast cancer at 25, Crohn's disease, and mold illness, and the core truth that shaped everything that followed: you are not broken, and you are not powerless. Your symptoms have information.In this episode:What the gut-brain axis really is The reason extreme diets can feel good short-term and backfire long-termThis one is a must-listen if you've ever felt dismissed, confused, or stuck cycling through symptom “management.” You deserve root-cause clarity, and a plan that fits your body.Learn more about our guest Dr Jill Carnahan:Dr. Jill Carnahan is Your Functional Medicine Expert®. She is dually board certified and is the founder and Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and toxic mold illness, she brings a unique perspective to treating patients. She specializes in searching for the underlying causes of illness through cutting-edge lab testing and personalized medicine protocols.Released in 2023, Dr. Jill's Best Selling book, Unexpected: Finding Resilience though Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith is a powerful prescriptive memoir that will have you laughing and crying with her on the journey, leaving you with the key resources you need to achieve optimal health and wellness. She is also executive producer, film writer, and featured in an award winning new documentary about her journey overcoming chronic illness called Doctor/Patient, now available streaming online and on Amazon Prime.As a popular inspirational speaker and prolific writer, she shares her knowledge of hope, health, and healing live on stage and through newsletters, articles, books, and social media. Patients and fans alike are encouraged by Dr. Jill's science-backed medical knowledge delivered with authenticity, love, and humor. She is known for inspiring her audience to thrive even in the midst of difficulties. Be sure to follow @drjillcarnahan on Instagram for access to all her content.RESOURCES:Connect with Dr Jill Carnahan:https://www.jillcarnahan.com/https://www.drjillhealth.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Tg7FE_TgHuCLGrHgP8sdwhttps://www.facebook.com/flatironfunctionalmedicinehttps://instagram.com/doccarnahanhttps://twitter.com/DocCarnahanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jillcarnahanhttps://healthyawakening.co/2026/01/12/episode106/Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcastFind listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/linksP.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast

The gut-brain connection is deeper, weirder, and far more literal than we ever imagined. For years, we've been told that our 'gut feeling' is just a metaphor for intuition. But recent science suggests that your gut is actually a 'second brain'—a complex neural network of 100 million neurons that can operate entirely on its own, independent of the one in your skull.We aren't just talking about digestion; we're talking about a bidirectional superhighway where bacteria in your colon produce up to 90% of your body's serotonin and significantly influence your levels of GABA, the primary neurotransmitter for calm. Essentially, the 'critters' in your gut might be the master puppeteers of your mood, your sleep, and even your cognitive clarity.But as the market for 'gut health' explodes, the gap between marketing claims and clinical reality is widening. I interview Gabe Dough, the founder of Good Bru. His product bridges that gap using a specific combination of prebiotics and a resilient probiotic strain known as BC30, which I've been using.2:16 “All illness starts in the gut”6:50 Origins of autoimmune disease11:40 Probiotic vs Prebiotic20:43 Synbiotic vs Psychobiotic25:55 The truth about Probiotic yogurt30:58 Probiotics for PCOS34:41 Gut microbiome testing42:25 Probiotics vs Candida44:06 Probiotics for protein absorption44:25 Probiotics for children46:39 Probiotics for Psoriasis47:14 Probiotics for bone loss54:32 Digestion hacks epic feasting58:57 Weird science: Personality transplant via gut microbes1:03:50 Weird science: Microbial hijacking of craving control1:06:53 Gabe's supplement stack1:09:03 Probiotic cofactors1:12:03 More yogurt hacks1:16:42 Weird science: Brain as "PR department" for the gut1:19:33 Stress vs the “gut brain”1:21:01 Gut health as a tool for architecting personalityRead

Dr. Tien Lee, Founder and CEO of Aardvark Therapeutics, draws a clear distinction between appetite and hunger and the implications for treating metabolic conditions and managing weight. The Aardvark lead drug candidate, an oral bitter taste receptor agonist designed to activate the gut-brain connection to turn off hunger, is showing effectiveness in treating Prader-Willi Syndrome and general obesity.  There are also signs that this drug could be effective for those using GLP-1s to avoid nausea and prevent rebound weight gain experienced after discontinuing GLP-1 drugs. Tien explains, "That difference between hunger and appetite is the central thesis for our entire company, and your brain actually regulates how much you should eat. And it's driven by both appetite and hunger. So appetites like the carrot, and hunger is like the stick. Appetite is what you feel when you really enjoy a certain food, like ice cream or cake. And the appeal and the deliciousness of that food is a reward that your brain chases. Hunger is the feeling that you get when you have fasted for a prolonged period of time, and it really bothers you, and you feel real discomfort from not eating. And then at that point, food quality matters less, and you just want to escape that negative sensation. And we believe a lot of the current drugs are good at reducing appetite, but they don't so much address hunger like what our approach is pursuing."  "In obesity, there's probably a combination of both appetite and hunger at play. And they're both important. In fact, your body has both appetite and hunger that are regulated. And when we eat food, our gut releases a number of gut hormones that help tamp down and give us satiety for both appetite and hunger. However, there are certain conditions where hunger is the predominant issue. And with the disease that is our lead indication is a condition called Prader-Willi syndrome. It's a rare genetic disorder that affects about one out of 15,000 live births. And patients with this condition have this unabated, unrelenting hunger that they feel that really starts to manifest when they're about four or seven years old. And then characteristically, patients will even feel compelled to eat garbage to the point of stomach rupture if unregulated with their food access. So it's a very debilitating condition with a lot of suffering for the patients and their families."   "There are actually quite a number of new revelations in the scientific literature, and there's a greater appreciation of gut-brain signaling. So there are actually as many neurons in your gut as there are in your spinal cord, almost as many neurons as in the cat brain. And there's a greater appreciation of a two-way communication between your brain and the gut. So the vagus nerve is the largest nerve in your body, and there's actually a two-way communication between the gut and the brain. About 80% to 90% of the signal is actually from the gut to the brain. And even the drugs that people know currently, the Ozempic and the Zepbound drugs, are working through this gut path hormone. But naturally, a lot of the signals actually come from the gut to the brain through this vagus nerve conduction." #AardvarkTherapeutics #Hunger #Appetite #PraderWilliSyndrome #PWS #Hyperphagia #RareDiseases #BiotechInnovation #ObesityTreatment #GutBrainAxis #TasteReceptors #ClinicalTrials #Therapeutics #MetabolicHealth #PharmaceuticalInnovation  aardvarktherapeutics.com Download the transcript here

Dr. Tien Lee, Founder and CEO of Aardvark Therapeutics, draws a clear distinction between appetite and hunger and the implications for treating metabolic conditions and managing weight. The Aardvark lead drug candidate, an oral bitter taste receptor agonist designed to activate the gut-brain connection to turn off hunger, is showing effectiveness in treating Prader-Willi Syndrome and general obesity.  There are also signs that this drug could be effective for those using GLP-1s to avoid nausea and prevent rebound weight gain experienced after discontinuing GLP-1 drugs. Tien explains, "That difference between hunger and appetite is the central thesis for our entire company, and your brain actually regulates how much you should eat. And it's driven by both appetite and hunger. So appetites like the carrot, and hunger is like the stick. Appetite is what you feel when you really enjoy a certain food, like ice cream or cake. And the appeal and the deliciousness of that food is a reward that your brain chases. Hunger is the feeling that you get when you have fasted for a prolonged period of time, and it really bothers you, and you feel real discomfort from not eating. And then at that point, food quality matters less, and you just want to escape that negative sensation. And we believe a lot of the current drugs are good at reducing appetite, but they don't so much address hunger like what our approach is pursuing."  "In obesity, there's probably a combination of both appetite and hunger at play. And they're both important. In fact, your body has both appetite and hunger that are regulated. And when we eat food, our gut releases a number of gut hormones that help tamp down and give us satiety for both appetite and hunger. However, there are certain conditions where hunger is the predominant issue. And with the disease that is our lead indication is a condition called Prader-Willi syndrome. It's a rare genetic disorder that affects about one out of 15,000 live births. And patients with this condition have this unabated, unrelenting hunger that they feel that really starts to manifest when they're about four or seven years old. And then characteristically, patients will even feel compelled to eat garbage to the point of stomach rupture if unregulated with their food access. So it's a very debilitating condition with a lot of suffering for the patients and their families."   "There are actually quite a number of new revelations in the scientific literature, and there's a greater appreciation of gut-brain signaling. So there are actually as many neurons in your gut as there are in your spinal cord, almost as many neurons as in the cat brain. And there's a greater appreciation of a two-way communication between your brain and the gut. So the vagus nerve is the largest nerve in your body, and there's actually a two-way communication between the gut and the brain. About 80% to 90% of the signal is actually from the gut to the brain. And even the drugs that people know currently, the Ozempic and the Zepbound drugs, are working through this gut path hormone. But naturally, a lot of the signals actually come from the gut to the brain through this vagus nerve conduction." #AardvarkTherapeutics #Hunger #Appetite #PraderWilliSyndrome #PWS #Hyperphagia #RareDiseases #BiotechInnovation #ObesityTreatment #GutBrainAxis #TasteReceptors #ClinicalTrials #Therapeutics #MetabolicHealth #PharmaceuticalInnovation  aardvarktherapeutics.com Listen to the podcast here

Link for CME Credit: https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10101401 In this episode Host Holly Wayment interviews Dr. Sarah Marucci and they discuss the gut-brain axis, common GI conditions (IBS, H. pylori, celiac),  diet, hormones, and mental health for women and children. Sarah reviews red flags for early cancer detection, screening options like colonoscopy and stool tests, and practical prevention tips—hydration, fiber, exercise, and open conversations about bowel habits.

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Elizabeth Joseph – Liquor rapidly spikes blood alcohol levels, beer feeds yeast and estrogen imbalance, wine increases histamine load and gut permeability, and sugary cocktails combine alcohol with metabolic chaos. Even occasional drinking, she noted, can stall healing in individuals with an already high toxic burden. Alcohol disrupts REM sleep, elevates nighttime cortisol, and...

Looking 4 Healing Radio with Elizabeth Joseph – Liquor rapidly spikes blood alcohol levels, beer feeds yeast and estrogen imbalance, wine increases histamine load and gut permeability, and sugary cocktails combine alcohol with metabolic chaos. Even occasional drinking, she noted, can stall healing in individuals with an already high toxic burden. Alcohol disrupts REM sleep, elevates nighttime cortisol, and...

***JOIN THE NEXT MASTER YOUR FASTING CHALLENGE THAT STARTS January 14th, 2026!*** We'll GUIDE you on how to FAST to LOSE FAT for good, and use ‘fast cycling' to achieve uncommon results! REGISTER HERE! Click the link for DATES, DETAILS, and FAQs! In this timely New Year's episode, Dr. Scott Watier and Tommy Welling unpack groundbreaking research published in Cell Host and Microbe revealing why holiday emotional eating isn't a character flaw but a metabolic brain loop driven by gut-produced molecules that hijack your stress response. They explain how the microbial metabolite imidazole propionate (IMP) crosses into the brain and fundamentally alters stress-coping circuitry, causing a "freeze" response that makes you reach for food when overwhelmed rather than exploring healthier options. The hosts connect this mechanism to the 88% of Americans living with metabolic dysfunction, demonstrating how insulin resistance, gut dysbiosis, and blood sugar dysregulation create a vicious cycle where stressed brains default to emotional eating as a neurobiological coping strategy. They provide actionable solutions including establishing foundational fasting habits, using continuous glucose monitors for real-time feedback, removing ultra-processed foods that feed harmful gut bacteria, and implementing simple stress-management tools that rewire the gut-brain-metabolism connection. This episode offers scientific validation and practical strategies for starting 2026 with momentum rather than guilt-driven New Year's resolutions. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the NEW FASTING PERSONA QUIZ! - The Key to Unlocking Sustainable Weight Loss With Fasting!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources and Downloads: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SIGN UP FOR THE DROP OF THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GRAB THE OPTIMAL RANGES FOR LAB WORK HERE! - NEW RESOURCE! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FREE RESOURCE - DOWNLOAD THE NEW BLUEPRINT TO FASTING FOR FAT LOSS!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SLEEP GUIDE DIRECT DOWNLOAD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DOWNLOAD THE FASTING TRANSFORMATION JOURNAL HERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partner Links: Get your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FREE BOX OF LMNT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ hydration support for the perfect electrolyte balance for your fasting lifestyle with your first purchase⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠25% off a Keto-Mojo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ blood glucose and ketone monitor (discount shown at checkout)! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Our Community: Let's continue the conversation. Click the link below to JOIN the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fasting For Life Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a group of like-minded, new, and experienced fasters! The first two rules of fasting need not apply! If you enjoy the podcast, please tap the stars below and consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it helps bring you the best original content each week. We also enjoy reading them! Article Links: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41297540/

Butyrate, produced by gut bacteria when they ferment dietary fiber, acts as a signaling molecule in the gut-brain axis, influencing stress, pain tolerance, immunity, and brain health Through multiple mechanisms, including specific enzyme inhibition and NF-κB pathway regulation, butyrate reduces neuroinflammation and protects against neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease Butyrate influences key neurotransmitters including GABA, serotonin, and dopamine, while also increasing brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports neuronal growth and cognitive function The vagus nerve serves as a communication highway between the gut and the brain, transmitting signals about butyrate levels that affect mood regulation, stress response, and immune function Optimizing gut health through dietary fiber and homemade fermented foods helps promote butyrate production and maintain a healthy gut-brain connection

If everything seems to bother your digestion and elimination diets have left you stressed, reactive, and stuck, this episode is for you. Holistic nutritionist Alison Marras shares how the gut–brain–immune connection, mindful eating, and nervous system support can help you heal food sensitivities and rebuild food freedom. We talk about mindful eating, nervous system regulation, and why true gut healing is about slowing down and restoring dietary diversity, not living in restriction forever. You'll learn: How stress and the nervous system affect digestion What mindful eating really means in everyday life When elimination diets help — and when they can stall healing How to rebuild food confidence and find your food freedom again

Your gut is doing far more than digesting food — it's constantly communicating with your brain, influencing mood, focus, stress levels, and emotional resilience. In this episode of the Craft Therapy Network Podcast, host Earl sits down with wellness researcher and creative healing advocate Mariam to unpack the science behind the gut-brain connection and the powerful role functional mushrooms play in mental wellness.The conversation breaks down how nearly 90% of serotonin is produced in the gut, how the vagus nerve acts as a communication highway between gut and brain, and why an imbalanced microbiome can contribute to anxiety, low mood, and mental fog. Mariam explains how mushroom beta-glucans act as prebiotics, feeding beneficial gut bacteria that reduce inflammation and support healthy neurotransmitter signaling.Listeners will learn how functional mushrooms like Lion's Mane, Reishi, Turkey Tail, and Cordyceps support focus, calm, immunity, and sustained energy — not through quick fixes, but by gently strengthening the gut-brain axis over time. The episode also explores emerging research linking mushroom compounds to BDNF production, synaptic health, and improved emotional resilience.Beyond science, this episode offers creative, practical ways to apply these insights through craft-based wellness practices. From gut-health meal journals and fermentation projects to mushroom-focused cooking nights and prebiotic recipe cards, Earl and Mariam show how creativity can reinforce mindful nourishment and long-term consistency.This episode is perfect for anyone curious about natural mental wellness, functional nutrition, and holistic approaches that support both the mind and body. It's a reminder that when you care for your gut with intention and creativity, your brain follows.

Want to heal your child's eczema without steroids? Click here to get started → EczemaKids.com Stressful week, sleepless nights, and suddenly your child's skin is on fire again. What if that flare started in the gut, not on the surface? In this episode of The Eczema Kids Podcast, GOOD BRU founder Gabe Dough joins us to unpack how modern life, antibiotics, food choices, and stress reshape the gut microbiome, disrupt short-chain fatty acid production, and drive immune reactions like eczema—and what parents can do with food, fiber, and smarter probiotics to rebuild resilience. Connect With Gabe Dough Website: goodbru.com Instagram: instagram.com/good.bru Facebook: tiktok.com/@goodbru5 YouTube: youtube.com/@goodbru X:  x.com/goodbruorganic   Ready to Reverse Your Child's Eczema Naturally? Everything you need to calm the itch, clear the skin, and finally feel confident you know what to do.

In this conversation, Dr. Ashley Mak and Dr. Jen Clemons explore the intricate relationship between the gut and brain, emphasizing the gut-brain axis and its impact on pain and overall health. They discuss the importance of the microbiome, neurotransmitters, and inflammation in chronic pain conditions. Dr. Clemons shares insights on dietary principles and supplements that can support gut health, highlighting the need for individualized care and the significance of understanding one's body. The discussion also touches on the role of naturopathy and acupuncture in promoting holistic health.Link for Dr. Clemons: https://www.drjenclemons.com/Check out our favorite products! (affiliate page): https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/favorite_productsDid you know that our YouTube channel has a growing number of videos including this podcast? Give us a follow here- https://youtube.com/@fixyoursciatica?si=1svrz6M7RsnFaswNAre you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain? Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.comHere's the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment-cheat-sheet-8707Book a free strategy call: https://msgsndr.com/widget/appointment/ifixyoursciatica/strategy-callSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fix-your-sciatica-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this powerful and informative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Dr Mohammad Farivar, a leading gastroenterologist, researcher, and educator, to shed light on one of the most misunderstood and often misdiagnosed conditions of our time, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).Dr Mo, known for his compassionate and integrative approach to patient care, breaks down what IBS really is, how it manifests in the body, and the crucial role that the gut-brain connection plays in managing symptoms. He also discusses cutting-edge treatment options, including lifestyle interventions, diet, stress management, and the emerging science around the microbiome.With decades of clinical experience and a deep commitment to helping patients regain control over their health, Dr Mo empowers listeners to understand their bodies, reduce shame, and take proactive steps towards healing.Tune in to learn:What IBS really is — and what it isn'tThe symptoms and triggers to watch forHow anxiety, stress, and trauma impact digestive healthThe power of the gut-brain connectionPractical treatment strategies and lifestyle approaches that workWhy a holistic approach is key to long-term reliefWhether you're personally living with IBS, know someone who is, or simply want to better understand how emotional health impacts physical wellbeing, this episode offers a wealth of insight and hope.Book:Is it IBS or Your DIET?: A Unique, Pivotal, and “Out of the Box” Book about Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFZRKN34Find Dr. Mo Here:Website: https://www.gerd-ibs.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mohammad.farivar.7Email: m1945f@gmail.comFind Marisa online: Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos Resources: MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/ Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/ Like this episode? Please leave a review here - even one sentence helps! https://lovethepodcast.com/avoiceandbeyond Share your thoughts and takeaways from this episode on social media and tag us @avoiceandbeyond — we'd love to hear your perspective!

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In this insightful interview, Dr. Emeran Mayer, a renowned expert in the gut-brain axis, discusses the profound impact of gut health on our psychological and mental well-being. Learn about the latest scientific discoveries connecting your gut microbiome to your brain and how modern agriculture, diet, and environmental factors play a crucial role. Topics Covered Start (00:00) Dr. Mayer's Background (01:36) Cutting-Edge Discoveries in Gut-Brain Connection (04:12) Impact of Modern Agriculture on Gut Health (07:18) The Role of GMOs and Glyphosate (12:28) Microplastics and Potential Microbial Solutions (17:48) Soil-Grown vs. Hydroponic Foods (22:05) Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture (27:19) Understanding Bovar (27:42) The Power of Polyphenols for Gut and Brain Health (34:54) Importance of Microbiome Diversity (42:01) Key Beneficial Bacteria: Butyrate Producers & Akkermansia (48:28) Fermented Foods and Mental Health (53:40) The Microbiome and Psychedelics (01:01:48) The Importance of Diet for Gut-Brain Health (01:04:18) Learn more about the fascinating link between your gut and your mind in this engaging discussion with a leading expert in the field. About Dr Emeran Mayer: Dr. Emeran Mayer is a distinguished professor in the departments of medicine, physiology, psychiatry, and biobehavioral sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He is also the director of the Center for Neurovisceral Sciences & Women's Health within UCLA's division of digestive diseases and the executive director of the G. Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience. Furthermore, he co-directs the CURE: Digestive Diseases Research Center at UCLA.   Dr. Mayer is a world-renowned gastroenterologist and neuroscientist with over 35 years of experience studying the clinical and neurobiological interactions between the digestive and nervous systems in both healthy and diseased states. His research has been consistently supported by the National Institutes of Health.   He is also an accomplished author, having written "The Mind-Gut Connection: How the Hidden Conversation Within Our Bodies Impacts Our Mood, Our Choices, and Our Overall Health." He has published over 320 peer-reviewed scientific articles and numerous book chapters and reviews.   Dr. Mayer's research interests include the neurobiology of visceral pain and stress, and he is involved in translational studies in these areas. He also investigates probiotic therapies for gastrointestinal disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome.   About Kriben Govender: Kriben Govender is a Food and Nutrition Scientist, Registered Nutritionist, and the founder of Nourishme Organics, a company specialising in gut health and fermentation products. With over 20 years of experience in the food industry, Kriben is passionate about the intersection of diet, gut health, and well-being.

In this episode of Longevity by Design, host Dr. Gil Blander sits down with Dr. Emeran Mayer, Executive Director at the UCLA Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience and founder of Mayer Interconnected. They explore the science behind the gut-brain connection and its role in shaping health and longevity.Emeran explains how signals flow between the brain, gut, and microbiome, influencing everything from digestion to emotions. He breaks down how modern diets, especially ultra-processed foods, disrupt the natural balance between humans and gut microbes—a relationship refined over thousands of years. The conversation highlights why early life exposure to antibiotics can have lasting effects on microbiome resilience, and how lifestyle choices like diet and exercise remain powerful tools for supporting gut-brain health at any age.The discussion closes with a look toward the future of gut-brain science, including engineered probiotics and the promise of more targeted therapies. Emeran shares practical habits for better gut-brain health and cautions against quick-fix “biohacking,” encouraging a return to whole foods, movement, and mindful living.Guest-at-a-Glance

In today's episode of The Jade Walker Way, I'm joined by paediatric nutritionist Casey Carter from Carter Nutrition for a powerful and eye-opening deep dive into the gut–brain–sleep connection in kids.If your child struggles with bedtime battles, constant tummy aches, eczema flare-ups, emotional dysregulation or ongoing “meltdowns,” this conversation will completely shift how you understand what's going on beneath the surface.We explore:• Why sleep issues often begin in the gut, not the bedtime routine• How tummy aches and constipation get normalised when they shouldn't• The overlooked connection between gut health, behaviour and emotional regulation• Why zinc, iron and protein are crucial for kids' sleep and moods• Probiotic strains that support sleep• How to approach this through a neuro-affirming, child-led lens• Gut microbiome testing for kids: when it's worth it and what practitioners look for• Simple, realistic, non-restrictive nutritional changes that actually workWhether you're a parent, caregiver or practitioner, this episode is full of practical insights and supportive tools to help your little one feel better from the inside out.Website: https://www.carter-nutrition.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carternutrition__________________________________Where to find more on Jade WalkerWebsite: ⁠https://www.jadewalker.com.au⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jadewalkerhealth/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jadewalkerhealthStruggling with endo, gut issues or hormonal symptoms? Join my signature program the Endo Care Collective for evidence-based support, personalised guidance and a community who gets it.Learn more: https://www.jadewalker.com.au/endocarecollectivePlease hit subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with another parent or practitioner who needs this conversation. It genuinely helps this show reach the people who need it most.

Our microbiome isn't just digesting food; it's directing our mood, our focus, and even the way we age. Dr. Steven Gundry explains how lipopolysaccharides (LPS), lectins, and damaged gut walls quietly drive inflammation, brain fog, and autoimmune flare-ups, and how re-training your immune system through smarter food choices can reverse these effects.Dr. Gundry shares how a single patient changed his entire career from heart surgeon to health educator, why healing leaky gut is the real key to calming autoimmunity, and how reconnecting with soil organisms, root vegetables, and fermented foods can reprogram the gut-brain axis for longevity. We explore the science of the “gut buddies,” why cleanliness culture backfired, and how modern diets have broken our ancient symbiosis with microbes.You'll learn how to rebuild resilience, restore immune tolerance, and reclaim the clarity that comes when your brain and gut finally speak the same language."Our immune system cannot tell the difference between living bacteria and dead bacteria." - Dr. Steven GundrySupport the show and get 50% off MCT oil with free shipping—just leave us a review on iTunes and let us know!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-beyond-the-norms/id1714886566 Mentioned Books:The Gut-Brain Paradox: https://a.co/d/7prhowq The Plant Paradox: https://a.co/d/gTdgk6n The Longevity Paradox: https://a.co/d/07zVSBv Unlocking the Keto Code: https://a.co/d/23tJxes About Dr. Steven Gundry:Dr. Steven Gundry is a world-renowned cardiac surgeon, researcher, and pioneer in nutrition science. He's the author of multiple New York Times bestsellers, including The Plant Paradox and The Longevity Paradox. His latest book, The Gut Brain Paradox, explores how the microbiome drives mood, cognition, and chronic disease. Through his clinics in Palm Springs and Santa Barbara and his company Gundry MD, he helps thousands reclaim energy, reverse autoimmunity, and rebuild the gut-brain connection through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle protocols.Connect with Dr. Steven Gundry- Website: https://drgundry.com/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/drgundry - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry - Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-gundry-podcast/id1434371530 Connect with Chris Burres:- Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ - Website: http://www.livebeyondthenorms.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburres/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres/ 

An IBS diagnosis gets handed to you when everything else is ruled out—so it feels like the diagnostic equivalent of a shrug. Where do you go from there? On this episode of Medical Disruptors, I sit down with Dr. Will “Dr. B” Bulsiewicz—a classically trained gastroenterologist who rebuilt his approach after getting sick himself. Dr. B maps IBS as a gut–brain axis disorder. A disrupted microbiome derails motility and sensitizes the enteric nervous system. That's why scopes can look clean while symptoms rage. We cover celiac testing pitfalls, why diagnosis is still by exclusion, and how early “normal” labs don't rule out emerging disease. If you've been living around a bathroom or gave up after your IBS label, this conversation is your pivot point. Check Out My Medical Disruptor Merch: drefratlamandre.com/merch Looking to schedule a consultation with Dr. E? Book here: drefratlamandre.com/consult Check us out on social media: drefratlamandre.com/instagram drefratlamandre.com/facebook drefratlamandre.com/tiktok #functionalmedicine #drefratlamandre #medicaldisruptor #NPwithaPHD #nursepractitioner #medicalgaslighting Chapters [00:00:00] Introductions [00:01:05] Elite training arc [00:03:30] Burnout and crash [00:25:28] IBS as exclusion [00:33:25] Gut–brain axis explained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's final session guides you with a conscious reflection designed to help you observe the tangible shifts in your ability to trust your gut. Become aware of your progress, locking in the lessons learned so you can commit to making this self-sourced wisdom your permanent, non-negotiable masterpiece. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES:  Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1:   Mental Mapping Day 2:  Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3:  Clear Signal Breath Day 4:  Prana mudra for clarity Day 5:  Third chakra - your second brain Day 6:   Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Be guided in a multi-sensory anchor, ensuring that access to your deepest wisdom is no longer a search—it is an automatic, repeatable reflex. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 6 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1: Mental Mapping Day 2: Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3: Clear Signal Breath Day 4: Prana mudra for clarity Day 5: Third chakra - your second brain Day 6: Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Today's session uses a Vagus Nerve breathing technique focused on deep, slow exhales to instantly calm your nervous system and reduce the "pit in the stomach" feeling. This practice clears the static on the gut-brain highway, allowing your intuitive signals to be transmitted clearly and immediately. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1: Mental Mapping Day 2: Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3: Clear Signal Breath Day 4: Prana mudra for clarity Day 5: Third chakra - your second brain Day 6: Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Today's session uses a Vagus Nerve breathing technique focused on deep, slow exhales to instantly calm your nervous system and reduce the "pit in the stomach" feeling. This practice clears the static on the gut-brain highway, allowing your intuitive signals to be transmitted clearly and immediately. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 4 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1: Mental Mapping Day 2: Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3: Clear Signal Breath Day 4: Prana mudra for clarity Day 5: Third chakra - your second brain Day 6: Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

In this episode, Julia dives deep into the gut-brain connection — exploring how your microbiome directly influences your mood and mental health, and how supporting your gut can help with anxiety and low mood.She covers:The science behind the gut-brain axisHow inflammation in your gut affects your mindThe link between low microbial diversity and anxietyHow to support your gut with fiber, fermented foods & polyphenolsWork with Julia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to work 1:1 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book GI-MAP test + Interpretation⁠Follow Julia on her social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠@juliachien.rd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Today's session uses a Vagus Nerve breathing technique focused on deep, slow exhales to instantly calm your nervous system and reduce the "pit in the stomach" feeling. This practice clears the static on the gut-brain highway, allowing your intuitive signals to be transmitted clearly and immediately. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES: Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 3 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1: Mental Mapping Day 2: Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3: Clear Signal Breath Day 4: Prana mudra for clarity Day 5: Third chakra - your second brain Day 6: Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7: Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Through a powerful affirmation meditation, we install a fundamental truth into your subconscious: "My deepest wisdom is my guide." This practice helps anchor self-trust, reducing the anxiety that comes from constant second-guessing and reinforcing the belief that your gut feeling is reliable. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES:  Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1:   Mental Mapping Day 2:  Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3:  Clear Signal Breath Day 4:  Prana mudra for clarity Day 5:  Third chakra - your second brain Day 6:   Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

In this episode, I explore one of the most fascinating relationships in the body — the gut-brain axis — and how our digestion and mental health are intimately connected. As a clinical herbalist and a practitioner of plant spirit medicine, I've seen how tending the gut can calm the mind, lift the heart, and bring us back into balance.We'll look at the science behind this connection — how the vagus nerve, neurotransmitters, and the gut microbiome shape our mood, focus, and emotional resilience. I'll also share how stress and inflammation disrupt these pathways, and what we can do to restore communication between the gut and brain.

Welcome to this week's new meditation series! Today, we use visualization to build a clear, internal map of alignment. This practice helps listeners access a state of deep clarity, making complex choices feel simple by pre-feeling the outcome and strengthening the mind's ability to focus on what truly matters. WELCOME TO THIS WEEK'S SERIES:  Are you tired of leaving your big decisions to endless spreadsheets and overthinking? This week, we dive into Intuitive Intelligence, the powerful, science-backed way your body makes brilliant choices by listening to your Gut-Brain Axis—the direct highway between your enteric nervous system and your mind. Over seven days, you'll learn to cut through the analytical noise, bypass "analysis paralysis," and confidently trust the internal signals that lead to your best life. This is day 1 of a 7-day meditation series, "Intuitive Intelligence: Hacking Your Gut-Brain Axis for Clarity," episodes 3402-3406. YOUR WEEKLY CHALLENGE: The 3-Second Pause Challenge Before making any non-urgent decision this week (e.g., ordering lunch, responding to an email, selecting a task), pause for exactly three seconds. Place your hand gently on your solar plexus or abdomen and ask: "Does this feel expansive or contractive?" This simple ritual trains you to access your gut's instant feedback loop before the logical mind jumps in.. YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY DURING THIS WEEK'S SERIES Day 1:   Mental Mapping Day 2:  Affirmation: "Happiness is within me." Day 3:  Clear Signal Breath Day 4:  Prana mudra for clarity Day 5:  Third chakra - your second brain Day 6:   Clarity Flow meditation combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 2,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. The beach waves were composed by Mike Koenig. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Today we're embarking on a journey that feels deeply personal to me, one that bridges my childhood in New Delhi, India, with the cutting-edge science of human optimization.From ages four to eight, I lived in India, where I was first exposed to yoga, Ayurveda, and a way of seeing the body not as a machine, but as an intelligent, conscious system in constant dialogue with nature. Those early impressions planted seeds that have shaped my entire approach to health and human potential.Today, I'm honored to welcome someone who has spent over 40 years building bridges between that ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and modern science, Dr. John Douillard. As a chiropractor, certified Ayurvedic practitioner, and founder of LifeSpa.com, Dr. John has worked alongside Deepak Chopra, trained medical doctors in Ayurvedic medicine, and served as Director of Player Development for the NBA's Brooklyn Nets, where he was the first in the West to apply Ayurvedic principles to elite athletic performance.He's the author of seven books, including the bestsellers Eat Wheat and Body, Mind, and Sport, and his work explores some of the most fascinating intersections I can imagine: quantum physics and consciousness, the gut-brain axis, seasonal microbiomes, and how practices like nose breathing can literally change our nervous system's relationship to stress.This conversation is going to stretch us, intellectually, spiritually, and practically. So wherever you are right now, take a deep breath through your nose, and let's dive in.Episode Highlights02:00 — Introduction: Ariane welcomes Dr. John Douillard and explores what drew him from sports medicine into the world of Ayurveda.04:00 — The turning point: how meditation transformed his athletic performance and life direction.06:00 — From Boulder to India: closing his practice to study Ayurveda, meeting Deepak Chopra, and bridging ancient wisdom with modern science.08:00 — Early resistance in Western medicine and the blind spots of reductionist science.11:00 — What Ayurveda truly is: the science and truth of life, harmony with circadian rhythms, and the body as an instrument for perceiving subtle energy.15:00 — Seasonal eating and microbial intelligence: how microbes in soil and food shift with the seasons and why our gut should too.19:00 — The two-way relationship between soil microbes and gut health.22:00 — The brain as a digestive organ: gut–brain lymphatic systems and why diaphragmatic breathing is key to mental clarity and immune health.26:00 — “Stop bubble-wrapping your diet”: why digestive resilience matters more than dietary purity.29:00 — Scientific studies on wheat, gut diversity, and hormesis: why exposure builds strength.32:00 — Lessons from Amish children and immunity: the hormetic power of natural exposure.34:00 — Emotional ama: how unprocessed emotions become toxicity in the body.35:00 — Ayurvedic psychology, rites of passage, and the art of giving without expectation.39:00 — Epigenetic effects of love and generosity; how kindness changes our biology.43:00 — Love, boundaries, and compassion: the difference between kindness and niceness.47:00 — Biophotons: light emissions from DNA and their role in coherence, intention, and healing.52:00 — Prayer as “technology”: coherence, intention, and quantum entanglement in healing.58:00 — Quantum healing, consciousness, and the bridge between field and physiology.01:03:00 — Placebo as real magic: consciousness reorganizing matter.01:06:00 — Microbiome evolution, altruism, and how love literally changes our biology.01:08:00 — Three daily non-negotiables: • Morning meditation or prayer for inner–outer silence • Diaphragmatic “flossing” to activate lymphatic detox and brain...

Pediatrician Dr. Paul Bunch consults Dr. Kahleb Graham from the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition and Dr. Megan Miller from the Division of Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology on disorders of gut-brain interaction. Episode recorded on September 17, 2025.    Resources discussed in this episode: Anxiety Assessment - Community Practice Support Tool Anxiety Management - Community Practice Support Tool Chronic Nausea and Vomiting - Community Practice Support Tool  Functional Abdominal Pain - Community Practice Support Tool     Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. To Claim Credit: Click "Launch Activity." Click "Launch Website" to access and listen to the podcast. After listening to the entire podcast, click "Post Test" and complete.   Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physician:  Cincinnati Children's designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  Nursing:  This activity is approved for a maximum 0.75 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. ABP MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to 0.75 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates.   Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.75 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.75 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.75 hours), Nursing CE (0.75 hours)  

Ever wonder why brain fog kicks in during a launch? Or why your energy crashes after a day of pushing through with caffeine and protein bars? You might be tempted to blame stress or exhaustion—but what if it's deeper than that? In this solo episode, I'm sharing why your gut isn't just about digestion—it's your business partner. The gut-brain connection is real, and if you're not tending to your gut health, you're likely sabotaging your ability to focus, lead, and show up in your business. From bloating and burnout to food choices and nervous system regulation, I dive into the real-life impact gut imbalances have on entrepreneurs. I also walk you through simple changes that made a massive difference in my own launches, mindset, and long-term health.   Key Takeaways What the vagus nerve has to do with your business focus Signs your gut health may be affecting your productivity Why stress and gut imbalances create a vicious cycle The role of serotonin and dopamine in your gut (and why it matters) How I shifted my launches by treating my gut like a business partner The power of plant diversity and hydration My go-to stress reset tools: shaking it out, breathing, dancing When to hire a functional practitioner for deeper testing

Send us a textDr. Navidi is a GI psychologist and on this episode, he discusses the connection between GI disorders and psychology in children. Dr. Navidi explains that many GI issues in children, often fall under disorders of gut-brain interaction. He emphasizes the effectiveness of treatments like clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) over traditional dietary changes like the FODMAP diet. Dr. Navidi  also discusses the potential side effects of restrictive diets and the potential benefit  of positive expectancy and mindfulness techniques in managing GI disorders. The episode offers a potential effective treatment for children experiencing chronic stomach pain.  Dr Ali Navidi is a licensed clinical psychologist and the co-founder of GI Psychology, a clinic dedicated to helping children and adults with . His expertise lies in disorders of gut-brain interaction, where he works with children experiencing functional abdominal pain, IBS, constipation, and other GI-related concerns, helping families find safe and effective alternatives to restrictive diets.You can learn more about his work at www.gipsychology.com00:00 Introduction and Topic Overview00:10 Meet Dr. Ali Navidi: GI Psychologist00:16 Understanding Gut-Brain Interaction00:47 Tiny Health: At-Home Microbiome Testing01:30 Starting the Conversation with Dr. Navidi02:42 Common GI Disorders in Children03:11 Dr. Navidi's Journey into GI Psychology05:14 Effective Treatments for GI Disorders08:16 The Role of Diet in GI Disorders12:54 The Brain-Gut Axis Explained15:42 Hypnotherapy and Psychological Tools19:56 Telehealth and Hypnosis Success22:12 Challenges in Treating Difficult Patients22:46 Integrating Hypnosis and CBT23:23 Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)24:09 Addressing Patient Concerns with CBT25:47 Meditation and Breathing Techniques30:03 The Power of Positive Expectancy35:32 Collaborative Approach in Treatment36:55 Normalizing Tummy Complaints in Children40:30 Accessing GI Psychology Services43:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts.Your Child is Normal is the trusted podcast for parents, pediatricians, and child health experts who want smart, nuanced conversations about raising healthy, resilient kids. Hosted by Dr. Jessica Hochman — a board-certified practicing pediatrician — the show combines evidence-based medicine, expert interviews, and real-world parenting advice to help listeners navigate everything from sleep struggles to mental health, nutrition, screen time, and more. Follow Dr Jessica Hochman:Instagram: @AskDrJessica and Tiktok @askdrjessicaYouTube channel: Ask Dr Jessica If you are interested in placing an ad on Your Child Is Normal click here or fill out our interest form.-For a plant-based, USDA Organic certified vitamin supplement, check out : Llama Naturals Vitamin and use discount code: DRJESSICA20-To test your child's microbiome and get recommendations, check out: Tiny Health using code: DRJESSICA The information presented in Ask Dr Jessica is for general educational purposes only. She does not diagnose medical conditi...

Imagine living life without a brain... you'd be in pretty rough shape. But most of us are ignoring the health of our second brain.  Your gut is the second brain and the gut-brain connection they share is so isunderstood. But once you undertstand it, it's like a cheat code for the rest of your life.   TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: What the gut-brain connection actually is How your gut and brain communicate Why this connection must ne healthy for a healthy life How leaky gut causes leaky brain What your gut produces (90% of your serotonin, etc...) How your gut controls your immune system The power of your gut microbiome and how it shapes your moods, thoughts and overall health Dr. Nandi's 5 pillars for total wellness   More from Dr. Partha Nandi Website: askdrnandi.com Facebook: @AskDrNandi Instagram: @AskDrNandi Twitter / X: @AskDrNandi TikTok: @AskDrNandi   Leave us a Review: https://www.reversablepod.com/review   Need help with your gut? Visit my website gutsolution.ca to join a program: Get help now   Contact us: reversablepod.com/tips    FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram  Facebook  YouTube         

Steven R. Gundry, MD is a world-renowned heart surgeon turned nutrition pioneer. Once the chairman of cardiothoracic surgery at Loma Linda University, he now focuses on reversing modern diseases through the power of food and the microbiome. He's the bestselling author of The Plant Paradox series, Unlocking the Keto Code, and his latest book The Gut-Brain Paradox. Dr. Gundry also hosts the top-ranked Dr. Gundry Podcast and leads Gundry MD, a wellness brand dedicated to helping people live longer, healthier lives.

Feeling wired, foggy, or emotionally reactive? Your gut might be the first place to look. In this powerful conversation with research microbiologist Kiran Krishnan, founder of Just Thrive, we explore how your microbiome shapes mood, resilience, immunity, and even the way you handle stress. Kiran is a research microbiologist and a health and wellness expert who aims to make complex information understandable to all. He has founded a number of successful health and supplement companies over the last 20 years including co-founding and leading Microbiome Labs, the preeminent, microbiome therapeutics focused brand among healthcare professionals. He has also been the driving force behind the scientific development of Just Thrive's line of products. He has conducted and published several research studies in scientific journals, has published chapters in scientific textbooks/reference books, has global patents and is a sought after speaker on human health and the microbiome. Kiran brings his extensive knowledge and practical application of the latest science on the human microbiome as it relates to health and wellness.You'll learn why most probiotics don't survive your stomach acid, the five pillars for protecting your gut-brain connection, and how small shifts can transform your mental clarity. We also cover the surprising science of gut health in pets—and what you can do for them too.Head to https://justthrivehealth.com/DRLEAF to save 20% and start your 90-Day Just Thrive Challenge today. Because when you fuel your gut, you fuel your life!Order my new book Help in a Hurry at http://www.helpinahurrybook.com

Ever wonder why your child's “mystery” stomach aches keep coming back even when every test comes back normal?Dr. Ali Navidi is a GI psychologist who specializes in the gut-brain connection in kids. He's on a mission to change how we understand and treat chronic belly pain, nausea, IBS, and other gut issues that don't always have an obvious medical cause. In this episode, we break down what every parent should know about the gut-brain axis. How the “little brain” in the gut talks to the “big brain” in the head and how stress, anxiety, and past experiences can turn real stomach sensations into ongoing pain cycles. We cover: Gut-brain connection in kids and why stomach pain is real, even with normal test results How parenting responses and visceral hypersensitivity affect chronic belly pain Why this often goes undiagnosed and how anxiety plays a role Proven treatments for gut-brain disorders, from targeted CBT to clinical hypnosis To connect with Dr. Ali Navidi follow him on Instagram @gipsychusa, check out all his resources at Gipsychology.com and schedule a free consultation here: www.GIPsychology.com/free-consultation/ We'd like to know who is listening! Please fill out our Listener Survey to help us improve the show and learn about you! 00:00 - Welcome to the PedsDocTalk podcast 02:16 - Meet Dr. Ali Navidi, GI psychologist 03:35 - Why GI psychology was created 05:45 - How gut-brain issues show up in kids 06:21 - Explaining the gut-brain axis for parents 08:15 - What is functional abdominal pain? 10:14 - Why kids' pain is real, not “all in their head” 13:00 - Why kids feel anxiety in their stomachs 14:00 - PTSD of the gut explained 16:11 - Stress, IBS, and real-life examples 18:13 - Visceral hypersensitivity: why pain feels worse 19:43 - How parents' reactions shape pain cycles 22:39 - Teaching kids coping skills early 27:26 - IBS, vomiting, and gut-brain examples 30:12 - How to respond when your child has pain 33:18 - Treatments that actually help (CBT & hypnosis) 36:34 - Final advice for parents: kids don't need to “just live with it” 38:38 - Where to find help with GI psychology 40:00 - Closing thoughts and takeaways Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices