Love Your Gut

Bloating can be a real drag, but quick relief is just the start! Discover effective tips like chewing thoroughly, post-meal walks, and soothing herbal teas. Delve into the deeper roots of bloating, from meal hygiene to stress management and gut motility issues. Learn how to support your digestion with castor oil packs and mindfulness. Plus, get insights on balancing your microbiome for long-term relief. Who knew feeling better could be this enlightening?

Adrenal cocktails are trending on social media as a go-to solution for energy, stress resilience, and overall wellness—but do they actually work? In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, we break it all down. You’ll learn:What the adrenal glands do and why they’re critical for managing stress and energy.The science behind adrenal cocktails and why vitamin C, sodium, and potassium are the stars of the recipe.How to incorporate adrenal cocktails into your daily routine to combat fatigue, balance blood sugar, and support digestion.Why stress makes you crave sugar and salty foods—and how adrenal cocktails can help.The truth about high vs. low cortisol and how burnout can impact your health.Why personalized mineral testing with an HTMA test is the best long-term solution for addressing fatigue, hormonal imbalances, GI issues, and more.Tune in now to learn how you can start supporting your adrenals and reclaim your energy with just one simple drink a day!Links from this episode: Don’t forget to download my free mineral guide which includes mineral mocktail & adrenal cocktail recipes tailored to specific health concerns like energy, sleep, and thyroid support!Looking to win an HTMA bundle for free? Rate and review the podcast episode and send your review to: happygut@drheatherfinley.co with the subject line RATING FOR LYG PODCAST and we will pick a winner on January 24!Ready to go beyond the basics? My HTMA bundle opens on February 10 and is perfect for anyone who wants personalized recommendations to meet their unique mineral needs. Connect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about Dr. Heather & team's life-changing programs 

In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, I share practical tips that you can implement to support your gut health in 2025 by outlining the strategies and goals that will help you achieve optimal gut health in the new year. Whether you're dealing with long-term GI issues, hormone imbalances, or low energy, this episode will walk you through how to set actionable, realistic health goals tailored to your gut health.I talk about the importance of creating a plan that’s sustainable and personalized, covering key areas like diet, lifestyle, and supplementation. You’ll also hear practical tips to overcome common obstacles that prevent us from following through on our health goals, and how to stay on track for long-term success so that you never feel like you are "starting over" when it comes to your gut health or health in general.If you’re ready to prioritize your gut health in 2025 and want a roadmap for success, this episode is for you!Enroll in gutTestedConnect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about Dr. Heather & team's life-changing programs 

In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, we’re breaking down the buzz around colostrum and its potential benefits for gut health. Is it really the superfood it’s claimed to be, or just another wellness trend?I’ll dive into what colostrum is, how it works in the body, and why it’s gaining so much attention in the gut health space. We’ll explore its role in supporting the gut lining, immune health, and even addressing issues like leaky gut and inflammation. Plus, I’ll share practical tips on what to look for in a immunoglobulin supplement and whether it’s worth adding to your routine.If you’ve been curious about colostrum and whether it lives up to the hype, this episode will give you the science-backed insights you need to decide if it’s the right fit for your gut health journey!Links from the episode: Take our free quiz! Purchase Immunolin Products on Fullscript (you have to make an account first)Learn more about Immunoglobulins in this episode of LYGPodcast Episode about Mold Connect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about Dr. Heather & team's life-changing programs 

Shannon Race, Founder of Bio.me, shares her inspiring journey from battling severe GI issues to launching a prebiotic fiber brand. She discusses the transformative power of prebiotics in supporting beneficial gut bacteria and the importance of education around fiber. Shannon highlights the critical role of psyllium and other fibers in enhancing gut health while promoting a balanced approach to nutrition. The conversation also covers common mistakes in fiber intake and offers tips for cultivating a positive relationship with food.

In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, I sit down with Lindsey Lusson, RD, an expert in hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) to talk about the overlap between HA and gut health. Together, we explore the overlap between HA and GI issues, including how restrictive eating, overexercise, and chronic stress can impact both your gut and reproductive health.Lindsey shares her own journey with HA and provides valuable insights into how healing your relationship with food and supporting your body’s nutritional needs can restore menstrual cycles and improve digestion. We also discuss common misconceptions about HA, the role of stress and energy availability, and why gut health often needs to be addressed alongside hormone recovery.Whether you’re navigating HA, GI symptoms, or both, this episode offers hope, practical advice, and a better understanding of how everything in the body is interconnected. Connect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteGet 1:1 support for your GI symptoms Learn about Dr. Heather & team's life-changing programs Connect with Lindsey: InstagramWebsiteLindsey's PodcastLindsey's Free Lab Guide Lindsey Lusson is Registered Dietitian who specializes in disordered eating and infertility. She has both personal and professional experience with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) or period loss related to over exercise and under eating. Her experience led her to become passionate about educating and empowering others to advocate for their health and take charge of their fertility through proper nutrition.  She has helped hundreds of women recover from HA and over 160 get pregnant and take home healthy babies.

Links from the episode: Join the email list for our HTMA Black Friday saleGet 1:1 support for your GI symptoms Blog: What is HTMA testing? Blog: Top minerals for gut and hormone healthConnect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about her life-changing programs 

In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal health journey by sharing my latest HTMA results and the postpartum mineral plan I’ve created to support recovery, breastfeeding, and hormone balance.I walk you through what HTMA testing revealed about my mineral status during pregnancy, including the impact of a challenging first trimester, and how I used this information to prepare for postpartum. I’ll explain the role of key minerals like magnesium, potassium, and sodium in postpartum recovery, why mineral balance is essential for preventing hair loss and stabilizing energy levels, and how I’m supporting myself to feel my best as I navigate this new chapter.If you’ve ever wondered how to optimize your mineral levels for postpartum recovery—or how HTMA testing can provide insights to guide your health—this episode is for you! Download my free mineral guide to get started on your own journey toward mineral balance and thriving postpartum health.Links from the episode: Join the email list for our HTMA Black Friday saleGet 1:1 support for your GI symptoms Blog: What is HTMA testing? Blog: Top minerals for gut and hormone healthPodcast Episode about Mold Connect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about Dr. Heather & team's life-changing programs 

In this episode of the Love Your Gut podcast, we dive deep into why minerals are essential for hormone balance, gut health, and overall wellness. I share my personal story of struggling with GI issues for over 20 years, feeling stuck, and why addressing mineral deficiencies was the missing link in my healing journey. Many people try endless diets, detoxes, and hormone supplements without real results, often because they’re overlooking underlying mineral imbalances.We’ll break down what minerals are, why our bodies don’t produce them, and why they’re foundational to health—even if you’re eating a “healthy” diet. We also cover common mineral deficiencies like low potassium, sodium imbalances, and high magnesium, plus how these can impact digestion, energy, and mood. I share a real-life case study of a client whose bloating and constipation only improved once she supported her minerals, along with the powerful changes she saw in her sleep and stress resilience.If you’re curious about your own mineral levels, this episode is a must-listen! Be sure to stay tuned for our once-a-year Black Friday HTMA sale to learn more about your mineral health and start making meaningful changes. Grab our free mineral guide for practical tips, resources, and recipes to help you get started!Links from the episode: Join the email list for our HTMA Black Friday saleGet 1:1 support for your GI symptoms Blog: What is HTMA testing? Blog: Top minerals for gut and hormone healthConnect with Dr. Heather InstagramWebsiteLearn about her life-changing programs 

Are you struggling to overcome GI symptoms that just won’t go away, no matter what you try? In this episode, Dr. Heather Finley talks with Samantha Kane about understanding the root causes of persistent gut and skin issues and the factors often overlooked in conventional approaches. Together, they dive into the connection between gut health, stress, and the nervous system, shedding light on why traditional diet-based solutions might be keeping you stuck. You’ll learn why managing your stress response and nervous system regulation is key to truly healing your gut and how addressing these elements can transform your approach to lasting relief from GI symptoms.Links from the episode: Join the email list for our HTMA Black Friday saleGet 1:1 support for your GI symptoms Connect with Samantha: Instagram Website