Episode 76: Why Wheat Triggers IBS & IBD Symptoms: GMO Wheat, Glyphosate, and Mold Explained

Send us Fan MailIf you struggle with bloating, loose stools, acid reflux, or constant bathroom urgency, wheat may be playing a bigger role in your symptoms than you realize.In this final episode of my 4-part series on wheat and gut health, we go beyond gluten to uncover some of the hidden factors that make modern wheat particularly problematic for people with IBS, IBD, and chronic digestive issues.Many people believe that only those with celiac disease need to avoid wheat. But the truth is that modern wheat often carries additional gut stressors—including pesticide residues, mold toxins, and changes from industrial farming practices—that can disrupt the microbiome and trigger inflammation.If you’ve ever wondered why your gut symptoms persist even when tests come back “normal,” this episode will help you understand why wheat can still be a major driver of digestive dysfunction.In This Episode You’ll Learn✔ Why modern wheat is different from the wheat our ancestors ate ✔ How GMO crops and hybridized grains may impact the gut microbiome ✔ The role of glyphosate (Roundup) in disrupting healthy gut bacteria ✔ How pesticide exposure may contribute to leaky gut and inflammation ✔ Why grain storage practices can promote mold and mycotoxin exposure ✔ The connection between wheat, microbiome disruption, and IBS or IBD symptoms ✔ Simple first steps you can take if you're considering reducing or eliminating wheatFree Mini Course: How to Go Wheat-Free SuccessfullyOne of the biggest challenges I see in my practice is people thinking they are wheat-free… only to discover hidden exposure.I created a step-by-step mini course to help you confidently eliminate wheat and avoid the common pitfalls that keep people reacting.👉 Grab the mini course here: https://go.courtneycowie.com/payment-link/692df7d3bbe21907f0466fe8Link to my free training “The Root Cause Approach to Gut Healing”—my step-by-step framework to stop guessing and start healingLink to a free 30 minute Gut Check CallLink to my websiteDisclaimer: None of the content discussed is meant to be taken as medical advice. All information presented is for educational purposes only and listeners and viewers assume all responsibility around implementing any changes to their health and medical regimen.