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Have you been told that your thyroid — or hypothyroidism — is the reason you’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, dry skin, constipation, bloating, or digestive issues that seem to keep piling up?Have you started thyroid medication or supplements, only to feel maybe a little better… but still not like yourself?Or maybe your doctor is telling you that your labs are “normal,” but you're still suspicious thyroid might have something to do with it — and you want to know how you can support your thyroid safely to boost your energy, digestion, and metabolism? If any of that sounds familiar, then this episode is for you. Today we’re continuing the Real Root Cause Series, where I'm taking conditions that are commonly labeled as root causes — and breaking down to you what their REAL root causes are. This is super powerful because understanding a fake vs. real root cause is the difference between healing from your symptoms... or not. Today's topic is: thyroid health — specifically hypothyroidism. This episode might ruffle some feathers, because I’m going to make the case that hypothyroidism itself is not a true root cause. That doesn’t mean your symptoms aren’t real. And it definitely doesn’t mean your labs don’t matter. But it doesmean that something else is driving why your thyroid hormones aren’t working the way they should. In this episode, I’m walking you through:Why thyroid medication alone often doesn’t fully resolve symptomsHow you can have “normal” labs and still have hypothyroid symptomsHow thyroid hormones are actually made, converted, and used in the bodyWhat this has to do with finding (and testing for) the real root causes to thyroid imbalanceWhat gut health has to do with thyroid healthAnd what needs to be addressed underneath your thyroid for your symptoms to truly improve If you're ready to understand your thyroid better than you ever have, plus have the tools you need to support your thyroid (and whole body health) beyond medication - then this episode is for you. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction to Thyroid Issues 00:57 - Understanding Hypothyroidism 01:24 - The Real Root Causes of Thyroid Problems 02:05 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast 03:27 - Debunking Hypothyroidism as a Root Cause 08:54 - How Thyroid Hormones Work 11:37 - The Role of Liver and Gut in Thyroid Health 13:15 - Reverse T3 and Adrenal Glands 16:10 - Biochemical Stress and Thyroid Health 19:30 - Thyroid Binding Globulin and Estrogen 24:04 - Testing and Protocols for Thyroid Health 26:29 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts EPISODES MENTIONED:233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail285// 2 Steps to Reversing Your Acid Reflux (for good!)287// How to safely get off PPI’s and reverse acid reflux naturally283// Stop Wasting Money on the DUTCH Test (Here’s Why) WORK WITH US:Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with us as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Get the Root Cause Diagrams for this series!Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideFind a Craniosacral Therapy or Visceral Manipulation therapist near you using my easy, step-by-step guide!Get Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode made positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/300

Have you been told that slow motility is the reason you’re constipated, bloated, or dealing with digestive issues that just won’t resolve?Have you tried to “treat” slow motility — with supplements, laxatives, diets, or protocols — only to find that nothing actually sticks?Or maybe you haven’t been formally diagnosed, but all signs seem to point to slow digestion, sluggish bowels, or food just not moving the way it should.If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is for you.Today we’re continuing the Real Root Cause Series, where I'm taking conditions that are commonly labeled as root causes — and breaking down to you what their REAL root causes are. This is super powerful because understanding a fake vs. real root cause is the difference between finding healing from your symptoms... or not.Today's topic is: slow motility.Slow motility is a common diagnosis I hear clients get from a doctor who explains that "slow motility" is why they have constipation, acid reflux, bloating, or some other digestive issue. The solution to slow motility, according to the doctor, is usually either "get used to it", surgery (when motility is bad enough), or a merry-go-round of supplements or medications designed to help "slow motility" (but that don't really help relieve your symptoms).The reason these methods don't really help slow motility is because slow motility is NOT a root cause. It's being CAUSED by something else!That's why, on today's episode, I'm breaking down:Why treating slow gut motility with supplements or medications rarely worksThe real causes of slow gut motilityHow to test for these root causes of low motilityAnd what actually needs to be addressed for motility to return naturallyIf you're ready to stop chasing new and different supplements or simply feeling like a victim to the rate your body decided to digest at - then this episode is for you.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction to Slow Motility 00:34 - Understanding Real Root Causes 01:00 - Common Misdiagnoses and Misconceptions 02:01 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast 03:10 - Deep Dive into Slow Motility 07:46 - Symptoms and Related Conditions 09:04 - Root Causes of Slow Motility 13:43 - Digestive Enzymes and Their Importance 17:34 - Visceral Adhesions Explained 20:32 - Understanding Myofascial and Visceral Adhesions 21:44 - Finding a Qualified Practitioner for Visceral Manipulation 22:32 - Self-Evaluation Techniques for Visceral Adhesions 23:21 - The Role of the Vagus Nerve in Motility 25:35 - Mold and Its Impact on Gut Health 27:56 - Other Pathogens Affecting Gut Motility 29:34 - Nutrient Deficiencies and Constipation 31:04 - Food Sensitivities and Inflammation 32:41 - Thyroid Issues and Slow Motility 34:49 - Comprehensive Testing and Protocols 38:13 - Conclusion and Next StepsEPISODES MENTIONED:235// SIBO Symptoms, SIBO Testing, and Why SIBO Treatments Fail90// Fascia 101: The Hidden Force Behind Bloating and Constipation118// LIVER: The #1 Thing You Can Do to Ease Bloating and PMS221// Mold & Constipation: How Toxic Mold Exposure Causes Constipation232// Is Sodium Deficiency Causing Your Bloating and Constipation?40// Reduce Acid Reflux with the Magic Power of Zinc233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail220// 100 Symptoms Of Mold Exposure + Toxic Mold: How Many Do You Have?236// Parasite Symptoms, Parasite Tests, and Why Parasite Cleanses Fail237// C. Diff. Infection Symptoms, How C. Diff. is Spread, and Why Chronic C. Diff. is Missed267// The Best Food Sensitivity Test for You, with Vibrant Wellness239// Lyme Disease Symptoms and Testing, and The Best Lyme Treatment250// Epstein Barr Virus Symptoms, Testing, and Best EBV TreatmentWORK WITH US:Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with us as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call!RESOURCES:Get the Root Cause Diagrams for this series!Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis SpreadsheetLINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.comSHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️*This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/299

Are you struggling with acid reflux, bloating, constipation, SIBO, or candida overgrowth?Do you feel like you've tried everything to heal — supplements, protocols, elimination diets, practitioners — and they either didn't help, or the second you stopped doing it, all your symptoms came back?If that’s you, there’s a very real chance you’re dealing with something you may have never heard of before: low stomach acid.Yes, LOW stomach acid.Today’s episode is kicking off a series I'm running this January - February called the Real Root Causes series. And I’m starting with low stomach acid on purpose.Because while low stomach acid is something I reference constantly when working with chronic gut issues… here’s the plot twist:-- it’s still not a REAL root cause.Low stomach acid doesn’t just happen. And if you don’t understand why it’s happening, you’ll stay stuck in the cycle of temporary fixes and recurring symptoms.So today, I'm going to break down the REAL root causes to low stomach acid. I'll be covering topics like:Why low stomach acid happensMy favorite at-home low stomach acid testSigns of low stomach acidWhy apple cider vinegar for low stomach acid is not safe until you test this ONE thingThe REAL root causes of low stomach acidHow to test for the root causes of low stomach acidAnd the exact low stomach acid remedies and protocols you'll need to permanently reverse it - so you can finally get rid of your acid reflux, constipation, SIBO, and candida infection, tooIf all you’ve ever been told to do to help your stomach acid or digestion is drink lemon water, apple cider vinegar, or take HCl supplements, then this episode is for you.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction and Podcast Overview00:21 - The Real Root Causes Series01:54 - Understanding Low Stomach Acid03:50 - Symptoms and Misconceptions of Low Stomach Acid07:05 - Root Causes of Low Stomach Acid09:27 - Testing and Protocols for Low Stomach Acid20:17 - Conclusion and Next Episode PreviewEPISODES MENTIONED:233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail159// Copper Toxicity: A Hidden Cause Behind Constipation & PMS287// How to safely get off PPI’s and reverse acid reflux naturallyHEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call!RESOURCES:Get the Root Cause Diagrams for this series!Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis SpreadsheetLINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.comSHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️*This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/298

It’s been almost 300 episodes, and I realized something recently… I haven’t fully re-shared my healing story in a really long time.So as a way to celebrate the new year, I'm telling my story again — but with new details, deeper clarity, and perspective I didn’t have the first time I shared it… all the way back in Episode 1.Eight years ago, in 2018, I reversed two straight years of constipation, acid reflux, and IBS— after being told there was nothing “wrong” with me… and nothing more that could be done. Now, my health is actually better now than it was when I was a kid.In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the 7 steps I took to naturally heal my gut when absolutely nothing else worked. It's the same 7 steps I’ve now used with over 650 clients to naturally remedy constipation, acid reflux, bloating, IBS, PMS, acne, eczema, and more - and once you know these 7 steps, for you to experience the same results, too.I can’t wait to break it all down for you. Let's dive in.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction and Personal Healing Journey01:22 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast03:21 - The Beginning of My Health Struggles07:20 - Step 1: Testing Stomach Acid11:39 - Step 2: Testing for Pathogens14:50 - Step 3: Testing for Multiple Pathogens15:44 - Step 4: Evaluating Fascial Adhesions18:32 - Step 5: Testing for Food Sensitivities22:52 - Step 6: Replenishing Mineral Deficiencies28:25 - Step 7: Evaluating and Retraining Breathing31:02 - Conclusion and Program InvitationEPISODES MENTIONED:Ep. 3// Why Probiotics Aren’t Healing Your Gut279// Why Going Low FODMAP, Paleo, or Gluten-Free Isn’t Healing Your Gut165// The Constipation Magnesium Myth178// Why Constipation Medicine Isn't Helping You + What to Do When Laxatives, Probiotics, Water, and Fiber Aren't Healing Your Constipation131// 4 Steps to End Acid Reflux and Constipation at the SAME TIME90// Fascia 101: The Hidden Force Behind Bloating and Constipation233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail234// Symptoms of Candida Overgrowth, How to Test for Candida, and Why the Candida Diet and Candida Cleanses Don't Work 😱(+ What to Do Instead!)236// Parasite Symptoms, Parasite Tests, and Why Parasite Cleanses Fail267// The Best Food Sensitivity Test for You, with Vibrant Wellness232// Is Sodium Deficiency Causing Your Bloating and Constipation?159// Copper Toxicity: A Hidden Cause Behind Constipation & PMS46// The Gut-Breath Connection: How asthma, heart palpitations, constipation, IBS, and acid reflux are ALL connectedHEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call!RESOURCES:Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideFind a Craniosacral Therapy or Visceral Manipulation therapist near you using my easy, step-by-step guide!Get Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis SpreadsheetLINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.comSHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️*This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/297

Have you ever had a practitioner casually tell you, “You need to cut out caffeine,” and your whole brain just went: “I’m sorry… WHAT?” Yeah. That moment. Because sure — your adrenal glands are fried. Your nervous system is tired. Your cortisol is tanking at all the wrong times of day. But also… you’re a human. With routines. And feelings. And morning rituals you actually like. So when I tell my clients they need a break from caffeine — coffee, black tea, matcha, even green tea — the very next question is always: “Okay… but how am I supposed to have any energy?” Great news: we fix that. I actually give every client a supplement that increases the half-life of their cortisol — so your natural energy lasts longer without the caffeine crash. (We love science.) But then comes the second panic: “Wait… what am I supposed to drink now?” Because let’s be honest: the comfort of the drink matters just as much as the caffeine. The warmth. The ritual. The cozy cup in your hands.The “this is MY moment before the chaos starts” drink. So today’s episode is my gift to you — a giant menu of delicious, client-approved, totally caffeine-free drinks that actually make this season fun, doable, and dare I say… enjoyable. If you’re trying to go caffeine-free — or you’ve wanted to try but didn’t know what to replace your coffee with — this episode is going to give you ideas, options, and hope that you can still love your morning drink… even while giving your adrenals a well-deserved nap. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: The Caffeine Dilemma 02:00 - The Better Belly Podcast: Who We Are 03:13 - Holiday Greetings and Episode Context 03:59 - Understanding Adrenal Fatigue and Caffeine 05:23 - Healing Beyond Caffeine: A Holistic Approach 07:44 - Caffeine-Free Drink Alternatives 07:50 - Herbal Teas: A Flavorful Substitute 10:17 - Fake Coffee: Coffee-Like Alternatives 13:18 - Other Caffeine-Free Drinks 19:52 - Conclusion: Embracing a Caffeine-Free Lifestyle EPISODES MENTIONED:294// Top 5 Tips for Traveling Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Grain Free PRODUCTS MENTIONED:Fake Coffee - Big Heart TeaMud/Wtr (caffeine free version)Teecino - Sampler (Caramel Nut, Mocha Mint, Turmeric, Dark Roast, Red Chai, Coconut)Peanut Butter PowderOrganic, Raw Cacao Powder HEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/296

You know that feeling when the holidays are coming… and instead of excitement, your brain jumps straight to, “Oh no. The food. The gatherings. The questions. The stress.” Everyone else seems to be dreaming about cookies and cozy dinners — meanwhile, you’re mentally mapping out which dishes you’ll have to avoid, who’s going to forget your sensitivities again, and if you'll leave a meal yet AGAIN hungry, grumpy, and honestly? Feeling alone. Everyone else is piling their plates high with Grandma’s stuffing and your brain is spinning: Is there anything here I can eat? Should I say something? Will I look rude? Am I overreacting?  It’s the comments about the food.And let’s be real — half the stress isn’t even the food. “What, you can’t eat this either?”“Are you sure you’re not being dramatic?”“I made it gluten free… except for the breadcrumbs.” You know the drill. So today I want to give you low-anxiety, high-clarity tips for navigating gluten free holidays (and grain free and dairy free) — even when absolutely no one else eats the way you do.  We’re going to talk about: ✨ How to get clear on what you need — before you ever talk to anyone else✨ Who is actually worth having a conversation with (and who… isn’t)✨ Why your food choices trigger other people’s insecurities — and how to not take that on✨ What to say when you need support✨ And how to walk into any gathering already fed, prepared, and confident so you’re not relying on the buffet table to save you Because here’s the truth: You’re not asking for anything unreasonable. You’re not being high-maintenance.And you deserve to enjoy the holidays, too, without the anxiety spiral.Let’s get into my top Gluten Free Holiday Tips so you can actually make the season feel fun again.  TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Navigating Holiday Stress 00:58 - Understanding Your Needs 01:50 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast 02:58 - Three Essential Tips for Gluten-Free Holidays 05:47 - Tip 1: Clarify Your Needs 13:50 - Tip 2: Identify Your Allies 18:31 - Tip 3: Fill in the Gaps Yourself 21:35 - Encouraging Stories and Final Thoughts 23:40 - Join the Better Belly Blueprint 25:52 Conclusion: Empower Your Holidays  EPISODES MENTIONED:171// 3 Dairy Free Foods for Creamy Cheese, Sauces, and PIZZA172// My Top 10 QUICK Gluten Free Snacks to Buy205// My 5 Favorite Grain Free Bread Recipes for a Healthy Gut170// 5 Tips to Go Gluten Free & Grain Free with EASE HEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Get my 10 Scripts to Talk to Family and Friends About Your Food Restrictions Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/296

Have you ever tried to travel with food sensitivities, and it was so hard to eat within your guidelines that you simply gave up (or just couldn't find a way to do it)? For me, I'm gluten free, dairy free, and grain free — or I know that one wrong restaurant choice means bloating, constipation, acid reflux, or feeling totally wrecked for the next 2-7 days.  Suddenly a trip that’s supposed to be fun becomes a game of, “What can I actually eat?” If you’ve ever Googled things like gluten free travel tips, dairy free travel tips, healthy travel snacks, traveling with food restrictions, or even how to avoid bloating while traveling — this episode is for you. Traveling with food sensitivities does not have to be stressful. You don’t need to simply eat less and feel hungry all the time. And you absolutely do not need to spend your whole vacation worrying about where the next meal is coming from. Today, I’m sharing my 5 best tips for traveling with food sensitivities — the exact strategies I use as someone who eats gluten free, dairy free, mostly grain free, AND still wants to enjoy good food, feel amazing, and not get stuck with bloating or symptoms the whole trip. We’re going to talk:What foods to pack (and why your purse is basically your emergency blood-sugar kit)How to pick restaurants when you’re gluten free, dairy free, or avoiding sauces, breading, or mystery oilsWhich cuisines are secretly the easiest to eat out with food sensitivities — and which ones will sabotage you fastHow to build simple, safe travel meals so you feel good the whole tripAnd how to manage food sensitivities on vacation without being the “difficult” one in the group. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by eating out, nervous about traveling with food allergies, or tired of coming home from a trip feeling heavy, bloated, or off — this episode is for you. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Traveling with Food Sensitivities 01:03 - Top 5 Tips for Traveling with Food Sensitivities 02:08 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast 03:16 - Personal Strategies for Low-Anxiety Travel 05:11 - Tip 1: Bring Your Own Food 08:31 - Tip 2: Pack Food in Small Containers 11:48 - Tip 3: Choose the Right Restaurants 18:25 - Tip 4: How to Scan Menus 22:05 - Tip 5: Staying at Airbnbs or Other Homes 32:29 - Conclusion: Taking Ownership of Your Health  EPISODES MENTIONED:232// Is Sodium Deficiency Causing Your Bloating and Constipation? HEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode made positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/294 

Have you recently switched to a dairy-free diet and suddenly realized your old protein powder is off the table? Or maybe you’ve heard that most conventional protein powders are loaded with fillers, artificial sweeteners, gums, and even heavy metals — and now you’re wondering what safe, clean protein powder alternatives you’re actually supposed to buy. If you’re anything like me — or my clients — you’re probably standing in the protein aisle (or scrolling on Amazon) feeling completely overwhelmed. There are so many options… and let’s be honest: not all of them taste great, and not all of them are good for your gut. That’s why today, I’m breaking down the top 10 healthy, dairy-free, gluten-free, gut-friendly protein powders that my clients and I personally use and love. I’ll walk you through:who each powder is best for,why my clients liked it,and what makes each one a great fit for sensitive digestion. And make sure you stay until the end — because I’m revealing the TOP recommendations LAST. I’ll also give you a quick summary of which protein powders to try first depending on what’s going on in your body — whether you’re dealing with candida, want the best plant-based options, or you need something for a super-sensitive gut. As we head into the holiday season — with travel, treats, and routine changes — I hope these recommendations give you easy, delicious ways to support your gut, your energy, and your taste buds. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction to Dairy-Free Protein Powders 00:49 - Top 10 Healthy Protein Powders Overview 03:03 - Client Recommendations and Insights 04:08 - Whole Betty Vanilla Protein 06:22 - Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein 08:15 - Hemp Protein 10:18 - Flav City Almond Protein 12:35 - Paleo Valley Beef Protein 19:11 - True Nutrition Custom Protein Builder 21:57 - Exploring Protein Flavors and Sweeteners 22:27 - Understanding Gut Health and Sweeteners 23:25 - Customizing Your Protein Blend 23:53 - Nutrition Facts and Ingredient Insights 24:27 - Boost Options and Their Effects 26:28 - Recommendations for Protein Powders 27:33 - Collagen Protein: Benefits and Considerations 29:11 Top Protein Powder Picks 36:32 - Final Thoughts and Resources  EPISODES MENTIONED:234// Symptoms of Candida Overgrowth, How to Test for Candida, and Why the Candida Diet and Candida Cleanses Don't Work 😱(+ What to Do Instead!)178// Why Constipation Medicine and Laxatives Are Not Helping148// The Oxalate Episode: Why You Should Care About Oxalates171// 3 Dairy Free Foods for Creamy Cheese, Sauces, and PIZZA205// My 5 Favorite Grain Free Bread Recipes for a Healthy Gut170// 5 Tips to Go Gluten Free & Grain Free with EASE116// Why Going Gluten Free Hasn’t Healed Your Gas and Bloating279// Why Going Low FODMAP, Paleo, or Gluten-Free Isn’t Healing Your Gut PROTEIN POWDER LINKS:Organic Hemp Protein PowderWhole Betty Vanilla Protein Powder (Vegan)Organic Pumpkin Seed PowderFlavCity Almond Protein Powder (Vanilla Cream)Paleo Valley Beef Both Broth Protein Powder (Vanilla)True Nutrition Custom ProteinCollagen Protein Powder (this is the one I use)Equip Prime Beef Protein PowderBe Well Grass-Fed Protein Powder (Vanilla)Truvani Protein Powder HEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode made positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/293 

Discover what separates fast gut healers from the rest. Key habits like completing all recommended testing upfront can lead to quicker results. Learn the importance of addressing mold issues swiftly to prevent delays in healing. Staying adaptable is crucial; sometimes, minor shifts in approach can lead to significant improvements. Gain insight into using symptoms to guide testing and take control of your gut health journey!

Have you ever had your doctor tell you your liver enzymes are too high — and then… not really know what to do about it? Maybe they asked if you drink alcohol.You said no.And then they just told you to “keep an eye on it.”No answers. No next steps.Just… watch and wait. Or - have you had a doctor freak out on you that your liver enzymes were high, and you walked away super stressed about it, but you didn't feel good about the options they gave you to lower it? This situation is SUPER common with clients I've had. Clients who looked healthy on the outside (they're labs "looked fine"), but their liver enzymes were high - and doctors didn't have any good recommendations. That's why, on today's episode, we're covering ALL THING high liver enzymes.  We'll be covering:The surprisingly simple explanation behind what liver enzymes elevated meansCauses of elevated liver enzymes (beyond just too much alcohol)Symptoms of high liver enzymes (do you have any of these?)The crazy connection between elevated liver enzymes and gut health symptoms like bloating and hormone symptoms like PMSWhat additional testing you can do (beyond your liver enzyme blood test) to find the root cause behind your elevated liver enzymesHow to actually support your liver so your enzymes - and your body - can come back into balance If you’ve ever been told your liver enzyme levels are high but you don’t drink, you eat healthy, and your doctor still can’t explain it — then this episode is for you. TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Understanding High Liver Enzymes 00:45 - Common Causes of Elevated Liver Enzymes 01:39 - Functional Medicine Approach to Liver Health 02:50 - What High Liver Enzymes Really Mean 05:27 - Beyond Alcohol: Other Causes of Liver Stress 12:35 - Symptoms of Liver Stress 17:12 - Steps to Address Elevated Liver Enzymes 21:28 - Conclusion and Next Steps  RELATED EPISODES:69// How to Naturally Lower Your Cholesterol – Without Having to Give Up Fat or Meat118// LIVER: The #1 Thing You Can Do to Ease Bloating and PMS233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail267// The Best Food Sensitivity Test for You, with Vibrant Wellness HEAL YOUR GUT TODAY!Option #1) 👉 Join the Better Belly Blueprint today!Want to learn how BBB works? Watch this FREE training walking you through how to heal, once and for all!Option #2) 👉 Work long-term, 1:1 with me as a Better Belly VIP client (Pay-in-full and payment plan options available)Want to make sure that VIP is right for you? Book a FREE 20 Min Application Call! RESOURCES:Subscribe to our Weekly Podcast NewsletterDownload the entire Better Belly Podcast Vault!Grab my FREE 60+ Page Family Recipe Book (Gluten Free, Grain Free, and Dairy Free!)Download my Free Constipation Relief GuideGet Full Access to my Liver Detox Protocol for only $7!Get the Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis Spreadsheet LINKS:JOIN → Join our FREE Facebook Group FOLLOW → @betterbellytherapiesASK → Ask a Question for the PodcastWORK WITH US → betterbellytherapies.com SHOW US YOUR LOVE:If this podcast episode positively impacted you, please leave a Rating and Review for the podcast. It'd mean so much! ❤️ *This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/291