Gut health is a topic that intertwines deeply with both mental and physical health, and today’s guests are here to shed light on how a happy gut is key to creating a happy life.
I am excited to introduce Jill and Jenna, sisters and hosts of the incredible Gut Talk podcast. These two are on a mission to revolutionize your perspective on health. They believe in simplifying health concepts and championing the notion that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to wellness.
It's all about finding what uniquely works for you! Now that’s a message we can rally around.
Their podcast is a treasure trove of insights, delving into the nuances of gut health, a subject that's gaining popularity yet remains shrouded in mystery for many. Our conversation today is not just informative but also a lot of fun!
How Our Gut Health Impacts Our Mental Health
In this episode, we unpack how exactly our mental health issues like anxiety and depression are linked to gut issues. Jill and Jenna share their personal journeys and how they've navigated their own gut health challenges. We delve into the science of the mind-gut connection, discuss the differences between conventional and functional doctors in treating gut issues, along with recommended tests for a deeper understanding of your gut's health.
Diet and lifestyle factors, like the impact of gluten and alcohol, are on the table too, offering practical insights into how you can nurture a healthy gut. Plus, they address listener questions on a range of topics, from dealing with parasites to preventing bloating after workouts and detox methods for heavy metals.
For anyone eager to learn more about how their body works – and of course, enhance their gut health – Jill and Jenna's Gut Talk podcast is the go-to resource for invaluable tips on identifying symptoms and finding solutions that work for you.
The Connection Between Gut Health and Mental Health: Episode Timestamps
(00:04:15) Jill & Jenna’s Gut Health Journeys
- Their personal experiences with gut issues, stress, and anxiety
- Addressing the link between gut and mental health issues
- Maintaining one’s mind and body as a D1 athlete
- Antibiotics role in killing good gut bacteria
- How diet culture feeds into eating disorders and perpetuates gut health issues
- The medication prescribed for their stomach issues
(00:14:04) Revealing Science Behind the Gut-Brain Connection
- How your nervous system impacts your digestive system
- A list of diseases that come from poor gut health
- The first step in treating gut issues
- How many times a day should you be pooping?
- Signs that you have gut issues you need to address
- Testing recommendations to get an overall picture of your gut microbiome
(00:20:35) Addressing Gut Issues with a Functional Approach
- Conventional vs. functional doctors for addressing gut issues
- The impact of diet on gut health
- Lifestyle practices that influence positive gut health
- How to find functional medicine doctors or practitioners
- Free resources for learning more about gut health
- Podcast: GUT TALK with Jill and Jenna
(00:28:44) Diet & Lifestyle Tips for Optimal Gut Health
- How quickly can you see results with diet changes?
- Detoxing from sugar
- Pushing through initial challenges when you make a change
- The importance of a certain level of flexibility in your diet
- How alcohol impacts the gut
(00:37:52) Community Questions: Parasites, Bloating & Detox
- Addressing parasites in the gut
- Thoughts on CellCore supplements
- A disclaimer about quality supplements
- What to eat first thing in the morning
- How to prevent bloating after working out
- Recommendations for protein powders
- Tips for detoxing heavy metals
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Guest Info:
- Instagram: @guttalkgirls
- Tik Tok: @guttalkgirls
- Podcast: GUT TALK with Jill and Jenna
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