Why Your Gut Isn’t Healing (And the Truth About Parasite Cleanses)

There’s no shortage of advice when it comes to gut health right now.Parasite cleanses. Heavy metal detoxes. Protocols that promise to fix everything in a matter of weeks.And if you’ve been dealing with bloating, fatigue, constipation, or symptoms that never quite resolve, it makes sense why those promises are so appealing.But what if some of the things you’re doing to heal are actually putting more stress on your body instead of helping it?In this episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with Dr. Kate Davis, a licensed chiropractor and Functional Medicine doctor whose own decade-long struggle with chronic gut issues led to the discovery of a significant parasite infection that had been missed for years.Together, they unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface when gut healing doesn’t work, why jumping into detox protocols too quickly can backfire, and how to approach healing in a way that actually supports the body.This conversation is honest, eye-opening, and deeply validating for anyone who feels like they’ve already tried everything and still isn’t getting results.In this episode, we cover: Why parasite cleanses and detox trends can sometimes do more harm than good  What’s actually happening in the body during strong “detox reactions”  The biggest gut health myths circulating right now  Why gut healing often fails, even when you’re doing all the “right” things  What “expensive pee” really means and why absorption matters  The correct order of healing and why skipping steps can keep you stuck  How gut health connects to stress, trauma, and the nervous system  Where to start if you feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or out of options If you’ve ever felt like your body isn’t responding the way it should, this episode will help you understand why and remind you that you’re not as stuck as you think.Connect with Dr. Davis:  WebsiteInstagram DM me the number ‘100’ on Instagram (@drkatedavis) and I’ll give you $100 off an initial consult + labs packageYouTube Podcast (Unconventional Medicine) Connect with Marianne:Website:  Message In The Middle with MarianneMessage In the Middle Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlistsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966Email:  Contact | Message In The Middle with MarianneSubscribe to Message In the Middle:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeLeave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in the Middle podcas...