Love Your Gut Ep. 71: Still Bloated? 5 Sneaky Causes You Might Be Missing
Jun 11, 2025
Bloating can linger even after adopting healthy habits—discover five overlooked causes! Explore the effects of sluggish bile flow and the importance of mineral balance for digestion. Learn how the vagus nerve impacts your gut health and practical tools to strengthen it. Unravel the truth behind hidden constipation, and find out how to enhance gut motility. Lastly, boost your microbiome's diversity by diversifying your diet. Get ready to challenge bloating myths and unlock deeper insights into gut healing!
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Personal Struggle Despite 'Healthy' Habits
- Dr. Heather Finley describes personally doing all the 'right' things yet still feeling dramatically bloated.
- She drank kefir expecting relief but felt worse, illustrating that common fixes can backfire.
Bile Controls More Than Fat
- Bile is more than fat digestion; it regulates microbes, hormones, and motility.
- Sluggish bile flow can cause bloating, SIBO risk, poor vitamin absorption, and hormonal symptoms.
Nudge Bile With Simple Practices
- Try digestive bitters, ginger or dandelion tea, and gradually increase healthy fats to stimulate bile flow.
- Support daily bowel movements and consider ox bile if gallbladder was removed.