Ep. 14: Gut Health Truths from a Gastroenterologist

Welcome back to another episode of the Her Health™ Podcast by Phytoceutics® – a space for women to feel informed, empowered, and supported through science-led conversations on modern health and well-being.In this episode, Phytoceutics® CEO and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Laura Johnston sits down with gastroenterologist Dr Thania Kahn to unpack the truth about gut health in a world full of misinformation.From bloating and IBS to food intolerances and the gut–brain connection, this conversation breaks down what’s actually going on in your gut – and how to support it with evidence-based nutrition, lifestyle, and medical care.Together, they discuss:⚖️ What’s “normal” when it comes to bowel movements and digestion💊 Magnesium, probiotics & supplements – what actually works🚫 The truth about at-home gut tests & trending gut health hacks🥗 Why fibre is foundational for gut, metabolic & heart health⚠️ Red flags you should never ignore – when to see a specialist💨 Bloating, IBS & food intolerances – what’s really causing your symptoms🥛 Lactose intolerance explained – symptoms, causes & management🍞 Gluten: who actually needs to avoid it (and who doesn’t)🔭 IBS vs IBD – key differences, symptoms & treatment approaches🧠 The gut–brain connection – and how stress directly impacts digestion🧘 Stress, anxiety & digestion – why nervous system support matters🧬 The microbiome – and how modern lifestyles are disrupting it🧪 Colonoscopy screening – why it now starts at age 45🌱 How small, consistent changes can transform your gut health📌 TIMESTAMPS:00:53 – Rapid fire: gut health habits rated08:03 – What does a gastroenterologist do?10:55 – Gut health red flags you shouldn’t ignore11:41 – Gastroscopy vs colonoscopy explained18:07 – Food allergies vs intolerances24:28 – Lactose intolerance explained26:03 – Gluten: intolerance vs coeliac disease29:44 – IBS explained31:27 – The hallmark symptoms of IBS32:34 – What is IBD?36:40– How stress impacts your gut38:34 – Low FODMAP diet explained40:56 – Fibre types and how to use them43:55 – IBS treatment: diet, stress & medication45:24 – Medications and supplements for IBS47:36 – Why you feel tired after eating: postprandial fatigue48:00 – The biggest gut disruptor in modern diets🎧 Listen to the podcast:Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@phytoceutics Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/her-health-podcast/id1846133718 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/89df8e78-60a1-46f3-88fd-66551e317339/her-health%E2%84%A2-podcast 💸 Use the code HERHEALTH at checkout on www.phytoceutics.comfor 20% off your first order.📲 Connect with Us:Dr Thania Kahn | https://www.instagram.com/thaniakahn/?hl=en / https://www.instagram.com/drthaniakahn/?hl=enPhytoceutics® | https://www.instagram.com/phytoceutics_za/?hl=en#HerHealthPodcast #GutHealth #IBS #DigestiveHealth #Gastroenterologist #WomensHealth #Microbiome #GutBrainConnection #NutritionScience #HealthyHabits #Phytoceutics