100 EPISODES OF GUT TALK!! We're celebrating this milestone with 10 important lessons that we've learned from the past 50 episodes (We did this at episode 50 too! Linked HERE). A big THANK YOU to all of you who have been with us from the start or who have supported this podcast. We wouldn't and couldn't do it without you!! Cheers to 100 more!

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stacy Barczak Baker and dive into the often overlooked connections between hormones, insulin, and environmental factors like lighting and food. We discuss how everyday habits—like staring at screens, exposure to blue and artificial light, even the chemicals we use in our daily routines—and how they are silently contributing to chronic stress and hormone issues. Dr. Stacy shares simple lifestyle changes—such as getting sunlight early in the day, wearing yellow glasses, or using incandescent bulbs—and how these habits can drastically help reset your body's internal clock and support healthy hormone levels. We also discuss the increasing diagnosis of breast cancer and how we can adjust certain lifestyle habits to reduce our risk of certain types of breast cancer.

Episode Topics:

• Why balancing insulin and hormones is critical for your health
• The shocking effects of blue and artificial light on your cortisol levels
• Simple, effective tips for protecting your hormones from environmental stressors
• How food, light, and chemicals interact with your body in ways you may not expect
• Daily practices to improve hormonal balancing
• Breast cancer awareness: How to address hormonal imbalances to avoid cancer diagnosis
• How we can be empowered when it comes to understanding how to prevent certain cancers, like breast cancer
• much much more!

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In this conversation, we sit down with Dr. Pedre and delve into the multifaceted world of coffee, exploring its cultural significance, health implications, and the hidden dangers associated with its consumption. We discuss the importance of sourcing high-quality coffee, the impact of microplastics, and the benefits of polyphenols found in coffee. The conversation also highlights various brewing methods that can enhance the coffee experience while minimizing health risks. In this conversation, Dr. Pedre discusses the benefits of dark roast coffee, particularly its lower acidity and caffeine content, making it gentler on the stomach. He emphasizes the importance of choosing high-quality coffee for overall health and shares tips on enhancing coffee with beneficial additives. The discussion also touches on the significance of having an intentional morning routine to start the day positively.

Topics:

• The Hidden Dangers of Coffee: What is in our coffee that we aren't seeing?!
• Microplastics and Their Impact on Health
• The Benefits of High-Quality Coffee
• Brewing Methods for Optimal Coffee Quality
• The Benefits of Dark Roast Coffee
• Coffee and Digestive Health
• Choosing Quality Coffee for Health
• Enhancing Coffee with Additives
• Creating an Intentional Morning Routine

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Another candid conversation coming at you! This time, we're diving into Jill's health and how she's handling it once and for all. Jill shares the testing she recently undertook, her symptoms, the results and what she's doing about it. Jenna provides some of her professional insights into the topic of root cause health. We also share some of our new ventures to include something that you'll have to find out when you listen to the episode, which Jill is super excited about1

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In today's episode, we are joined with James and Dahlia Marin, Integrative Registered Dietitians who specialize in SIBO, IBS, SIFO, Histamine intolerance, MCAS and Dysbiosis. They discuss the importance of integrative health practices, the rise of awareness around SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), and the pitfalls of diagnosing and treating gut health issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for lifestyle changes and a deeper understanding of the microbiome to improve overall health. In this conversation, we dive into the complexities of gut health, particularly focusing on SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and how to support your body through these challenges.

Topics of discussion:

• The importance of proper treatment protocols
• Why the animal based diet will do more harm than good
• What is SIBO, SIFO, IBS and what they all have in common
• The challenges in diagnosing SIBO, and the significant role of diet and lifestyle in managing gut health
• The impact of the nervous system on digestion
• The connection between anxiety and gut health
• Practical tools for achieving balance in gut health
• Insights on the relationship between food and gut health
• Why "It's not just about what you eat, but the state of your gut health that matters"
• and more!!

Episode sponsor: KION

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Our guest today is Priyanka Jain, Co-Founder & CEO of Evvy, the first-ever at-home vaginal microbiome test. In this episode, Priyanka discusses the often-taboo topic of vaginal health and the importance of understanding the vaginal microbiome. She shares her journey in founding Evvy, a company dedicated to addressing the significant gaps in women's health research and providing innovative testing solutions. The discussion covers the prevalence of vaginal discomfort, the misdiagnosis women often face, and the critical role of technology in improving health outcomes. Priyanka emphasizes the need for proactive health measures, the connection between gut and vaginal health, and practical tips for maintaining vaginal well-being.

Topics include:

• Breaking the Taboo: Vaginal Health Conversations
• The Birth of Evvy: Addressing Women's Health Gaps
• Jill's Experience with Vaginal Health Issues
• Understanding the Vaginal Microbiome
• Proactive Health: Testing and Monitoring Vaginal Health
• The Role of Discharge and Symptoms in Vaginal Health
• Misdiagnosis and the Need for Better Tools
• Evvy's Innovative Testing Technology
• Long-term Solutions for Vaginal Health
• Gut and Vaginal Microbiome Connection
• Practical Tips for Maintaining Vaginal Health
• Final Thoughts: Health Hacks and Takeaways

To check out Evvy and work with them, use this link HERE (Use code GUTTALK10 for discount)

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You guys are going to LOVE this conversation with Alysa Seeland, Founder and CEO of FOND Bone Broth. In this conversation, Alysa shares her inspiring journey from struggling with health issues to discovering the healing properties of bone broth. She discusses her experiences with pregnancy, motherhood, and the importance of nutrition for her family. Alysa also explains the founding of her company, Fond, which offers high-quality bone broth, and the challenges she faced in the industry. The discussion highlights the significance of gut health, nutrient absorption, and practical tips for families to improve their diets. Alysa emphasizes the transformative power of small changes in nutrition and lifestyle, and how you can do it in a digestible way!

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Alysa's health journey that led her to getting her Appendix removed after her first child
• How bone broth played a crucial role in Alysa's recovery and health
• Why gut health is essential for overall well-being and nutrient absorption (and how bone broth plays a role in this)
• The method behind Alysa navigating 6 pregnancies
• How to raise healthy, strong kids (and what she feeds her family)
• Why Alysa and her husband started FOND
• What is Tallow? Why should we all be consuming it?
• Alysa's best tips for making small changes to you and your kid's diet
• so much more!!

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In this episode, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Morgan, the Co-Founder and President of Primal Kitchen, as she shares the story behind the brand's beginning and its mission to revolutionize healthy eating. Morgan discusses how she and her co-founder met and their personal health journeys, including their experience with IBS, which fueled their passion for creating seed oil-free products.

We explore the benefits and challenges of building a seed oil-free company, from cost considerations to community feedback on making healthier choices. Morgan also offers invaluable insights on balancing the demands of being a CEO while maintaining family life and personal wellness.

With a focus on empowering women in their 20s and 30s, she shares her favorite tips for career pivots and growth, alongside a candid look at her own gut health journey. We hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation about food, health, and the entrepreneurial spirit!

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The long anticipated leveling up/pulling yourself out of a hard time episode is HERE!! Jenna is sharing what helped her find her confidence and alll the self love after going through a breakup. This is an episode for anyone who is looking for a little advice and motivation as the girls are sharing their tips, tricks, mindset and giving a candid conversation about what it’s like to pull yourself out of a hard time. 

Podcast sponsor: KION

Visit getkion.com/guttalk for 20% off your order of Kion Aminos and their other high quality products/supplements

You asked, we answered! We're bringing you a health Q&A on topics such as macro counting, our gut health journey, tips for discipline, our thoughts on supplements, the tea on MLM products, underrated gut health tips and more!

Topics/Questions answered:

• WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST STRUGGLE ON YOUR GUT JOURNEY AND HOW DID YOU CONQUER IT?
• HOW CAN I REDUCE INFLAMMATION IN GENERAL? THINGS TO ADD/CUT?
• TIPS FOR MOTIVATION & DISCIPLINE
• WHAT BITTERS & WHAT BRAND DO WE USE
• HOW TO FIGURE OUT YOUR MACROS?
• HOW TO MEET PROTEIN GOALS WHEN YOU’RE DF AND CAN’T USE THE CHEESE/YOGURT HACKS
• WHAT’S THE TEA ON MLM HEALTH PRODUCTS
• HOW DO YOU BALANCE WORK LIFE AND GUTTALK
• WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON HRT FOR WOMEN?
• WHAT’S THE MOST UNDERRATED GUT HEALTH TIP OF ALL TIME?
• THE GUT-ECZEMA CONNECTION
• + 10 more questions!

Episode sponsor:

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IT'S NOT THE COW IT'S THE HOW! Today we are sitting down with Robby Sansom, co-founder and CEO at Force of Nature, a regeneratively sourced meat company based in Austin, TX. We have a candid conversation on the truth of where your meat is coming from and how Force of Nature are taking the extra steps to ensure that they are using the best farming practices for the quality of their meat, the health of the animals, and pouring love into the environment.

Topics included are:

• A discussion on where your food is coming from
• What is Regenerative Agriculture?
• The difference between regenerative and conventional/organic farming
• Robby's story and how he got into this field
• Plant based/veganism vs. eating meat and how it pertains to health
• The downsides of chicken and how it’s over consumed
• Shutting down the “organic/regenerative meat is expensive” dialogue
• The health benefits of red meat
• How Robby incorporates meat/animal based products into his and his family’s lives
• What type of meat we should be including (yes that includes organ meats) 

Use code GUTTALK15 for 15% off your order at forceofnature.com (grab our favs: Ancestral Blend, bison hot dogs, ground bison and ground meat!)