6. Looking Beyond IBS: A Healing Journey Through the Nervous System (ft: Jenna Walters)

IBS affects millions of families, kids, and people, yet so many are told that managing symptoms is the only option. But what if there was a deeper conversation to be had?In this episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, I sit down with fellow chiropractic student Jenna Walters to explore her personal journey with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). From years of digestive struggles to discovering the powerful connection between the nervous system and gut health, Jenna shares how looking beyond symptoms changed the way she viewed healing.Together, we unpack the brain-gut axis, the effects of chronic stress on digestion, and why the nervous system plays a central role in how our bodies function. Our goal is to bring hope to anyone who has felt stuck searching for answers—and to help families better understand how the body is designed to heal from the inside out.In this episode, we discuss:Jenna’s personal IBS journey and what life was like before finding chiropracticThe gut-brain axis and how your brain and digestive system constantly communicateThe role of the autonomic nervous system in digestionHow chronic stress can contribute to digestive dysfunctionWhy symptom management isn’t always the whole storyPractical ways to support a healthier, more resilient nervous systemEncouragement for anyone navigating digestive challengesWhether you’ve been diagnosed with IBS, struggle with digestive issues, or simply want to understand your body on a deeper level, this episode will leave you with a new perspective on health, healing, and the incredible connection between the nervous system and the gut.If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from hearing it.Sarah BrodmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodmanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226Guest- Jenna Walters: https://www.instagram.com/crunchychirojen?igsh=bGQyemVkcXRhajY5Resources & Links:PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/Brain-Gut PX Article: https://pxdocs.com/gut-health/brain-gut-connection-in-children/