In this insightful episode of the Experience Miracles Podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Meg Mill, a functional medicine expert with a background in pharmacy who specializes in the gut-brain connection. They explore how the nervous system plays a crucial foundational role in gut health, anxiety, and overall wellness. Dr. Mill shares her personal health journey that led her to functional medicine and introduces her 3R Protocol (Regulate, Repair, Rewire) for addressing health challenges. The conversation highlights why traditional treatments often fail to address the interconnected nature of gut issues and mental health concerns, and offers practical insights for parents seeking drug-free solutions for their children's chronic health challenges.

[00:00:00] Introduction & Dr. Meg's Personal Journey

Dr. Meg's transition from pharmacy to functional medicine
Personal struggles with gut issues, anxiety, and sleep problems that conventional medicine couldn't solve

[00:09:00] The Nervous System-First Approach

Why prioritizing nervous system regulation before nutrition creates better outcomes
The typical patient journey: conventional medicine → nutritional approaches → nervous system regulation
The importance of breaking this cycle by addressing the foundation first

[00:14:00] Sympathetic Dominance & Digestive Health

How the autonomic nervous system affects digestion
The physiological cascade when we're stuck in "fight or flight"
Why stress creates digestive issues even with a perfect diet

[00:25:00] The Anxiety-Digestion Loop

The vagus nerve's role in gut-brain communication
How gut dysbiosis leads to immune responses and brain inflammation
Clarification about serotonin in the gut (primarily for motility, not mood)

[00:38:00] The Blood-Brain Barrier & Individualized Care

Connection between gut permeability and blood-brain barrier integrity
The importance of personalized, whole-body approaches to healing

[00:46:00] The 3R Protocol Explained

Regulate: Bringing balance to physiological systems
Repair: Healing damaged barriers and tissues
Rewire: Neuroplasticity, vagal nerve toning, and nervous system retraining

[00:54:00] Resources & Closing Thoughts

Dr. Meg's podcast: "A Little Bit Healthier"
The value of addressing nervous system regulation as the foundation for all healing

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website: megmill.com instagram: @megmill

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