The Gut Show

You've probably scrolled through a reel or a post on your feed about a pelvic floor therapist and you might be thinking what the heck is this? The most that women know about their pelvic floor is kegels, and most of us aren't even doing it right! Well there is more to the pelvic floor than kegels, and the importance of pelvic floor strength actually impacts all women, not just postpartum. Our pelvic floor is connected to so many aspects of our body, including our gut! Keen to know more? Well today's guest is a specialist in this arena! In today's episode I am talking to Jeanice Mitchell, a pelvic floor physical therapist with over 20 years of experience helping women strengthen their pelvic floor. During our conversation Jeanice shares how she got into the pelvic floor strength practice after giving birth to her first baby. She talks about what the pelvic floor is and how we interact with it on a daily basis, how your pelvic floor should actually function and how your pelvic floor plays a role in digestion and digestive disorders. In this episode, we cover: Jeanice shares how she became a pelvic floor therapist [2:25] What is the pelvic floor and what function does it serve [7:01] What isn't normal pelvic floor function (even if you think it is) [13:20] Preparing your pelvic floor muscles [20:25] How your pelvic floor plays a role in digestion and digestive disorders [24:41] Signs that you need help with your pelvic floor [29:30] Evaluating your pelvic floor health [39:32] What you can do now to connect with your pelvic floor health [50:54] This episode is brought to you by Gourmend. Cooking on the low FODMAP diet can be a bit bland, especially without garlic and onion. Gourmend is changing the game for those with food intolerances by offering unique flavor substitutes that are more gut-friendly, including green onion powder, garlic scape powder, and garlic chive powder. They also have a low FODMAP, filler free chicken broth that's made with high quality ingredients. Their products have no additives, natural flavors, or preservatives, so you can bring gourmet taste with ingredients that you can trust to your kitchen. Try them out at gourmendfoods.com and save 15% off your order with code ERINJUDGE. You can also check out their cooking and low FODMAP resources on their website! About our guest: Jeanice Mitchell is a physical therapist with advanced training and certifications in women's health, biofeedback, and pelvic health. She began specializing in this area of physical therapy after the birth of her son in 1999. She has seen the profound impact of pelvic floor PT on her own life as well as with countless patients over the years. She started myPFM.com (a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization) in 2018 with the goal of improving global pelvic health awareness and access to resources. The mission of myPFM is "Pelvic Health for All. Everyone. Everywhere. Every Language." You can find fun, engaging pelvic health content and resources on her website, Instagram and YouTube channels. Links: Instagram @mypelvicfloormuscles: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CYwR3XEqOHk/?utm_medium=copy_link YouTube mypelvicfloormuscles: https://youtube.com/c/myPelvicFloorMuscles Pelvic health webinars: Online Courses | Mypfm Donate to myPFM non-profit: Donate | Mypfm Pelvic Flicks "Like Netflix for the pelvic floor": HOME | Pelvic Flicks Link to perineal tear prevention clinical care standards: https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/publications-and-resources/resource-library/third-and-fourth-degree-perineal-tears-clinical-care-standard How to poop when and where you choose: https://youtu.be/Yy1EJdjyPtw Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

When it comes down to eating disorders and disordered eating, there's a lot of confusion around what that actually means. Oftentimes people think they know what eating disorders are, and often approach it from a black and white perspective, when in reality it's actually a spectrum. When we can approach diet as a spectrum, we realize that we can learn to make peace with food. In today's episode I am talking to Dylan Murphy, a registered dietician and founder of Free Method Nutrition, who specializes in disordered eating and proper nutrition. Her philosophy aims to help her clients make peace with food. Dylan knows it can be overwhelming to establish a healthy relationship with food, and is on a mission to help women's health! During our conversation Dylan shares how she got into private practice and what fuels her passion for dietetics. She talks about labeling foods and diet as good or bad, what it looks like to make peace with food and how to change your language around food rather than fearing it. In this episode, we cover: Dylan shares how she got into dietetics, starting her own practice and the confusion around eating disorders [1:32] Falling down the rabbit hole of "bad foods" and focusing on a mindset shift [7:29] What does it look like to make peace with food and addressing food fear [18:33] Taking the morality out of food [27:34] Changing the language around food can change your mindset [34:44] How to ask for support and where to find it [41:32] Today's episode is sponsored by Seed. Their signature product, the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic, is a combination of science-backed probiotic strains and prebiotics that work in synergy to promote healthy digestion, ease of bloating, glowing skin, and more. You can learn more about Seed and the Daily Synbiotic at www.seed.com. Use my code erinjudge15 for 15% off your first month's supply. About our guest: Dylan Murphy is a Registered Dietitian and founder of FREE Method Nutrition, a virtual nutrition practice that exists to empower women to break up with diet culture by teaching them how to trust, respect, and feel safe in their bodies. Dylan and her team of Registered Dietitians equip women with the knowledge and tools to gain clarity in their food choices and confidence in their bodies through nutrition coaching in 1:1 and small group settings. LINKS Email: dylan@freemethodnutrition.com Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com Instagram: @dylanmurphy.rd and @freemethodnutrition Food Freedom Handbook (free download): freemethodnutrition.com/guide Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

In today's episode I am talking to Jessie Hoffman, a registered dietitian with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences who is also a Professor & Gut Health Researcher. This powerhouse is on a mission to help people overcome their gut issues and really understand why their gut health matters. During our conversation Jessie shares her own experience with eating disorders, gut health issues and her relationship with exercise. She covers what leaky gut actually is, whether or not sugar is the bad guy we can blame for all our gut problems and whether or not you need to start adopting a detox cleanse. In this episode, we cover: Jessie shares how she got into nutritional sciences and her own personal experience dealing with gut health issues [1:22] The importance of evidence based findings in dietetics [10:45] How your gut health actually relates to nutrition [17:59] Is sugar the reason for poor health? [25:17] Does everyone with digestive issues have leaky gut? [31:27] Is celery juice a superfood and do detox cleanses actually work? [37:33] The impact of collagen on gut health [467:00] Do preservatives belong in your diet? [52:57] About our guest: Jessie is a Registered Dietitian, Assistant Professor, and researcher in the field of human nutrition. Her dietetic and research expertise are in gastrointestinal conditions and the gut microbiome. Additionally, Jessie is passionate about scientific and nutritional science communication and does so regularly through social media. From breaking down nutrition science to busting myths that are so prevalent in today's society, she strives to empower individuals to become responsible consumers of social media content and experts on their own bodies. Where to find Jessie: IG: @jessiehoffman_phd Website: www.jessiephd.com This episode is sponsored by Spoonful! Spoonful is THE app for low FODMAP grocery shopping. Their label scanner helps you find delicious, gut-friendly food in every aisle, so you can avoid flare-ups and feel your best. Available on iOS and Android in the US, Canada, UK, Australia and NewZealand. Learn more at spoonfulapp.com Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

In today's episode I am talking to Chelsea Connors, a certified life coach and former psychotherapist whose work focuses on supporting clients in working through self-doubt, anxiety and feeling stuck. She is passionate about helping people find their path back to themselves and equipping them with the skills and mechanisms for a more consistent baseline for supporting their mental health. During our conversation, Chelsea shares the realities of chronic illness and stress. She speaks on why our desire for control conflicts with our own feelings of overwhelm, what workability actually means when it comes to stress and therapy, and how traumatic experiences imprint on our bodies. In this episode, we cover: The relationship between chronic illness, mental health and stress Workability: Why acceptance and grieving matters Dealing with IBS, past traumas and feelings of shame Creating and holding space for yourself Embrace the vulnerability rather than resist it Relying on your support network is part of the healing process Chelsea Connors is a Certified Life Coach and Former Therapist bridging the gap between mental wellness and personal development. She works with clients individually, hosts group programs and runs a monthly membership that will be re-launching in February 2022. To stay in touch, sign up for her free Calibration Practice where you'll learn her signature 5 step practice for sustainable and realistic self care: https://www.chelseaconnors.com/calibration/ You can also follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/chelseaconnors_/ Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

We are wrapping up season 2 of The Gut Show with a friend to friend conversation, where Erin shares a bit of her personal journey with IBS and how getting on the team with her body made a huge difference in your perspective. The episode also wraps up with a look into what you can expect from season 3! For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode22 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Curious about why or why not coffee is recommended for IBS? The full answer may surprise you! This episode covers the different characteristics of coffee and how they can impact digestion. You'll also get a few tips for modifying coffee versus completely removing it, if that's something you enjoy in your life. For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode21 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Meal planning and prepping can be key to keeping symptoms down. This can also help you stay on track with consistent meals and optimal nutrition, which are both important for digestive health. This episode goes through the process I use and teach for planning and prepping, to help you save time and energy. For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode20 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Does it seem like your hormones are impacting your gut? This episode breaks down the role hormones have on digestion, and how they can impact digestive disorders like IBS. For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode19 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Have you ever wondered if your poop was actual normal? Do you know what normal poop even is? This episodes breaks down what's normal and what's not to help you understand what your body may be communicating to you through your poop. For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode18 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Do you feel like your healthcare providers aren't listening to you? Do you want to stick up for yourself, but aren't sure how? This episode will give you the strategies to use with your providers so you can get the most from your appointments, get high quality care, and feel confident in taking control of your healthcare plan. For full details on this episode, visit gutivate.com/podcast/episode17 Join The GUT Community The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal