Episode 186: Leaky Gut, Microbiome & Digestion: What You Should Know
If you’re interested in the gut, get ready and grab a pen—because Erin is doing a deep dive into all things gut health! Today’s episode is a gut workshop that was recorded earlier this year and is now being released to the public for the first time. There is a WEALTH of information in this replay—Erin talks about the gut from top to tail, things that can go wrong, what to be aware of, and helpful tips for supporting a healthy gut. Stay tuned until the end for a great Q&A!
In this episode:
Leaky Gut diagnoses—are they legit? [5:52]
Reflux, bloating, belching, constipation, & other irregular GI symptoms that over 70% of Americans suffer from—and WHY [9:10]
Long term consequences of the widespread use of antibiotics, medications & acid blockers [11:33]
Factors collectively impacting the extremely fragile ecosystem of a healthy gut [12:48]
Comparing the “modern gut” with a healthy one [13:33]
The North-to-South process of digestion, and what to look for BEFORE you focus on Leaky Gut [14:28]
Food sensitivities, low minerals and other signs of low stomach acid [20:13]
Gallbladder issues: The single MOST overlooked issue in women [22:25]
Weight gain, brain fog, depression, anxiety, asthma, allergies, hormone imbalance, and autoimmunity—Leaky Gut symptoms that aren’t just digestive [31:25]
Specific causes of Leaky Gut [40:45]
Hormones of over-training, over-achieving, overdoing & how it impacts your gut [45:58]
How to support a diversity & abundance of healthy bacteria in the gut [51:19]
Q&A with Erin [57:51]
Can you reverse autoimmune diseases through gut health? [58:40]
What should you look for in a nutritional health provider? [1:01:15]
What are the first few action steps to improve gut health? [1:02:24]
Stool urgency with running [1:03:44]
Can you discuss the continuous glucose monitor and how the average person can get one? [1:05:07]
What would something like taking antacids do that would be potentially negative & what's a better alternative? [1:11:34]
What are your recommended bitter tinctures? [1:14:27]
Resources mentioned:
The Carb Compatibility Project™ (Available for free within the Funk’tional Nutrition Collective)
Rise Run Retreat with Sara Canney
Organifi Supplement Powder (Save 20% on your order with code FUNK)
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