The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome

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The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome

Are you struggling to restore your gut to perfect health? Hear host Lindsey Parsons interview functional and integrative medicine professionals, patients and scientists about the gut microbiome, the current state of research and how they approach treating IBS, IBD, candida, constipation, diarrhea, GERD, gastritis, SIBO and other digestive issues. Hear patients talk about their experiences with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) both in clinics and do-it-yourself and how it impacted their gastrointestinal issues. Learn about the gut microbiome's influence not just on digestive health, but on cardiovascular health, mental health (including anxiety, depression, ADHD and autism), autoimmune diseases, skin conditions and overweight/obesity.

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    Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally: Root Cause Healing with Josh Dech

    In this episode, Josh Dech shares his personal journey from years of severe gut issues and chronic inflammation to healing his digestive health naturally. He and Lindsey dive into the root causes behind Crohn's disease and colitis and how they relate to IBS, SIBO, mold exposure, parasites, immune dysfunction and the gut microbiome - challenging the idea that chronic gut disease is simply genetic or lifelong. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Human Milk Oligosaccharides and the Future of Gut-Brain-Immune Therapies with Alex Martinez

    What if the key to brain health, immunity and chronic disease isn't in the brain at all - but in the gut? In this episode, we explore human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), powerful bioactive sugars in breast milk that shape the microbiome, regulate immune function and may influence conditions like Parkinson's, autism, IBD, food allergies, eczema and more. We dive into how these "molecular signals from nature" could redefine how we think about inflammation, development and disease with Alex Martinez. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    90% of U.S. Babies Are Missing Key Gut Bacteria - Why It Matters with Stephanie Culler, PhD

    Learn how the infant gut microbiome is shaped at birth, why many babies today are missing key Bifidobacteria and how it connects to eczema, food allergies and asthma. We discuss how delivery method, breast milk, antibiotics and early-life exposures influence immune development and long-term health, along with emerging research on restoring the infant microbiome through targeted probiotics and prebiotics, and FMT and cancer treatment. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    The Hidden Role of Minerals in Energy, Digestion and Detoxification with Caroline Alan

    Explore the surprising connection between mineral balance and gut health with Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals. She shares her personal journey from burnout, chronic inflammation and hormonal imbalance to discovering how plant-based minerals support cellular energy, detoxification and overall resilience. We also unpack why modern food and water no longer provide the mineral density our bodies need and how gut health issues could further exacerbate the problem. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes  

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    Gut Health, Libido and Cortisol: The Overlooked Triangle with Dr. Diane Mueller

    Explore the connection between gut health, hormones and libido. Learn how imbalances in the microbiome can impact sexual wellness and overall health. We also break down estrogen dominance and why proper hormone metabolism matters. A practical, holistic look at improving energy, mood and intimacy with Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM and board certified sexologist. Plus in honor of Podcastathon, a short interview with the Chief Development Officer of Love146, a charity working against human trafficking that I've supported for years .  Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Optimizing Brain, Gut, Energy and Sleep: Scott Sherr, MD on Methylene Blue and More

    Learn about the benefits of Methylene Blue for mitochondrial health and how this unique compound helps clear brain fog, supports SIBO recovery and provides the "energy bridge" your body needs to heal with Scott Sherr, MD. We also cover how to calm your nervous system to move from "fight or flight" into deep restoration and practitioner-grade supplements for sleep and more from Troscriptions. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis, Inflammation and Autoimmunity with Kristin Grayce McGary, LAc., CFMP

    Get a real-time look at functional blood chemistry analysis as Lindsey's own labs are analyzed live - revealing what standard reference ranges miss about thyroid health, autoimmunity, inflammation and metabolism with Kristin Grayce McGary, LAc., CFMP. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Interstitial Cystitis, UTIs and the Gut–Bladder Axis with Aleece Fosnight, MSPAS, PA-C

    In this episode, urology expert Aleece Fosnight discusses the connection between gut health, the vaginal microbiome and bladder function. We explore the root causes of recurrent UTIs, interstitial cystitis and how hormonal changes during menopause affect urinary health. Learn practical strategies for pelvic floor recovery, bladder training and advanced testing for chronic infections for both men and women. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest, Mastodon or X, or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    A Functional Approach to Crohn's: Prebiotics, Diet & Supplements with Guy Daniels

    Is your gut health holding you back? On this episode, Guy Daniels tackles Crohn's Disease - from immune system secrets to the truth about fiber, prebiotics and the gut bacteria that really matter to help you get into remission for life. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Instagram, Pinterest or X or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    IBS, Stress and the Nervous System Connection with Atavia Minoudis

    Is it possible your IBS symptoms aren't coming entirely from gut dysbiosis, but also from your nervous system? In this episode, we explore how stress, anxiety and an overactive stress response can drive IBS flare-ups. Learn how calming the nervous system, supporting vagus nerve function and shifting your mindset can help reduce symptoms and improve your relationship with your gut with Atavia Minoudis. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Oral FMT Options for Chronic Gut Issues with Dr. Jason Klop

    Learn about Novel Biome's purified capsule and powdered FMT (fecal microbiota transplant) products, the donor screening process, why pretreatment and protocol design matter and what kinds of conditions respond best to FMT beyond C diff, including IBS, IBD, neurological disorders and cancer with Dr. Jason Klop. Jason also talks about the pitfalls of DIY FMT, what stool testing can and can't tell you and how microbiome banking could help people protect their gut health long-term. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Beyond the Creams: Root-Cause Solutions for Eczema with Andra McHugh

    What if your child's eczema isn't just a skin problem, but a sign of something deeper happening in the gut? Learn how gut imbalances, food sensitivities and inflammation can trigger eczema flare-ups and how addressing the root cause through nutrition and natural support can calm the skin from the inside out. Learn practical steps to help your child heal naturally and build lasting skin health with Andra McHugh. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    Beyond Antimicrobials: The Prebiotic Path to Healing SIBO, IMO and Dysbiosis with Guy Daniels

    Are you tired of short-term but unsuccessful fixes for SIBO, IMO and gut health issues? Learn from gut expert Guy Daniels on why treating root causes—rather than just symptoms like bloating, constipation and loose stool—can revolutionize your digestive health. Learn how prebiotics, bile acids and the right protocols lay the foundation for lasting relief. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    Rethinking Antimicrobials: Protecting the Microbiome in Clinical Practice with Dr. Brad Leech, PhD

     Ever wondered if your gut health protocols are truly helping, or possibly harming, your microbiome? Join Lindsey Parsons and Dr. Brad Leech as they unpack the latest science on antimicrobials, microbiome testing, leaky gut, low stomach acid, prebiotics and more. Discover when to use certain interventions, how to protect your beneficial bacteria, and which strategies really make a difference based on the research. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Beyond the Diet: Must-Have Supplements for Optimal Health and Longevity

    Ever wonder which supplements are actually worth taking for better health, immunity and longevity? In this episode, I'm cutting through the noise and talking everyday essentials - what really supports your body as you age, and which ones you can skip. From prebiotics that feed your gut to choosing the right forms of vitamins and minerals your body actually absorbs, I'll give you the low down. Whether you're curious about where to start, or you've got a cabinet full of bottles and still feel lost, this episode will give you a good starting point on the best supplements for life. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Deuterium Depleted Water and Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO: Exploring the Connection with Greg Nigh, ND

    Could the water you drink impact your gut health? In this episode, Dr. Greg Nigh discusses deuterium-depleted water, sulfur metabolism and hydrogen sulfide SIBO and their relationship with digestion, energy and overall health. You'll also hear practical insights on ketogenic and carnivore diets, plus emerging therapies like peptides and infrared light. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    The Silent Epidemic: Why We Need to Talk About C. Difficile with Christian John Lillis

    What happens when a preventable infection takes the life of someone you love? In this episode, Christian John Lillis shares the heartbreaking story of losing his mom to C. difficile, a bacterial infection, and how that loss inspired his mission to fight back. He talks about what everyone needs to know about C. diff: the warning signs, how it spreads, the importance of early treatment and steps we can all take to prevent it becoming more serious. This is more than a story of loss—it's a call to action for awareness, advocacy and protecting our loved ones. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    SIBO Secrets: What My Gut Test Uncovered with Lindsey Parsons, EdD

    Struggling with gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea or a diagnosis like SIBO or IBS? Your stool might have the answers. On this episode, I walk through my own Gut Zoomer stool test results and show how microbiome testing can uncover hidden issues — from bacterial overgrowth to gluten sensitivity — and what to do about them naturally. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take my quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. I'm a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. I coach clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow me on Facebook, Tiktok, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest or reach me via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Bloated and Stressed Out: Cortisol, Insulin Resistance and Healing with Shana Hussin, RDN

    Feeling bloated, wired or constantly stressed? Shana Hussin, RDN unpacks how cortisol spikes, insulin resistance and even lack of sunlight can wreak havoc on your gut and overall health. Learn how balancing your hormones and embracing natural rhythms can support digestion, energy and healing. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Unpacking Mold Illness: Symptoms, Testing and Recovery Protocols with Terri Fox, MD

    Unresolved fatigue, brain fog or neurological issues? It could be mold. Learn how mycotoxins from hidden mold exposure can trigger long-term immune dysfunction, its connection to Lyme disease, and what you can do to heal, including testing, binders and detox strategies with Terri Fox, MD. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    How Food Poisoning Can Rewire Your Gut: Understanding Post-Infectious IBS

    Still dealing with bloating or gut issues long after food poisoning? It could be post-infectious IBS—a form of SIBO triggered by autoimmunity. Learn how infections like Campylobacter or E coli can lead to nerve damage in the gut and what to do about it, including prokinetics, antimicrobials and a potential cure. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    The Cutting Edge of Healing: High-Tech Solutions for Gut Health and Autoimmunity with Dr. Har Hari Khalsa

    Tried everything from supplements to diet changes and still suffering? Discover the world of alternative healing, from cyber scans to electromagnetic pulse therapy to transform health at the cellular level with Dr. Har Hari Khalsa. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    From Pre-Alcohol to Fiber: Genetically Engineered Probiotics with Zack Abbott, PhD

    Explore the science behind genetically engineered probiotics with Zack Abbott, PhD of ZBiotics. We talk about hacking gut bacteria to reduce the toxic byproducts of alcohol and turn sugar into fiber—plus why bacterial diversity is key to better health. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Taming Gut Inflammation: Fiber, Prebiotics and Crohn's Solutions with Will Bulsiewicz, MD

    Are you struggling with gut issues like bloating, IBS, dysbiosis or IBD and wondering how to find lasting relief? Join Will Bulsiewicz, MD as he shares how he discovered the power of a plant-based, high-fiber diet in transforming his gut and well-being. Learn how prebiotics, resistant starches and dietary strategies, like a low FODMAP diet, can support conditions like Crohn's disease and IBS. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Combating Constipation: What To Do When You Can't Go with Carmen Fong, MD

    Are you struggling with chronic constipation, incomplete evacuation or irregular bowel movements despite trying diet and lifestyle changes? These symptoms might point to underlying issues with gut motility, nervous system signaling or imbalances in the gut microbiome. Gain a clearer understanding of your digestive health and learn about the physiology, causes and solutions for improving bowel function and avoiding hemorrhoids and anal fissures with Dr. Carmen Fong, MD, FACS. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    The Order of Healing: A Root-Cause Reset for Whole-Body Wellness with Juanique Grover

    Learn how to holistically heal your gut with Juanique Grover's "Order of Healing" functional treatment plan. Juanique shares her story of reversing her Graves' disease naturally and helping her husband, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, explore alternative treatments like hyperbaric chambers and ozone therapies, which led to her starting her own health clinic. Listen as she explains her root-cause approach to healing. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Functional Psychiatry in Action: Real-Life Healing Stories with Tracy McCarthy, MD

    Learn how gut health, blood sugar, toxins, infections and hormones like estrogen and insulin play a major role in anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. Dr. Tracy McCarthy shares her journey from conventional psychiatry to a root-cause approach, along with real-life stories of healing through functional medicine. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Keystone Probiotics: Cutting Edge Supplements for Gut Dysbiosis, the Brain, Immune System, Metabolism and Hormones with Dr. Shayne Morris

    Have antibiotics or heavy herbal antimicrobials decimated your microbiome and health? You may be missing critical species of keystone probiotics in your gut. Learn about the cutting edge keystone probiotic species offered uniquely in products developed by Systemic Formulas and Alimentum Labs, the sponsor of this podcast, and their role in regulating gut health and hormones, supporting the immune system and gut-brain axis, and keeping your skin healthy, with Dr. Shayne Morris, Ph.D., CNS, MBA. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Mold, Mycotoxins & Your Microbiome: When to Suspect It and How to Deal with It

    Are you struggling with stubborn gut issues, extreme food sensitivities, anxiety, histamine issues, headaches or brain fog and no diet or gut healing protocol seems to help? The culprit could be hiding in your environment. Explore the connection between mold, mycotoxins and gut health and learn how mold exposure can fuel issues like Candida overgrowth, leaky gut, histamine intolerance and autoimmune flares. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Microbiome and Motility Hacks: Probiotics, Prebiotics, Fermented Foods and Fiber for SIBO and IMO with Alyssa Simpson, RD

    Struggling with IBS, SIBO, IMO, constipation or diarrhea? Learn how and when to correctly add in probiotics, prebiotics, fermented foods and fiber, along with key motility strategies to get things moving again. Hear about my guest's personal journey with severe acid reflux and constipation from chronic stress, which led her to focus on gut health with Alyssa Simpson, RD. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Holistic Healing With Functional Nutrition: What To Do When Nothing Works

    Struggling with chronic health challenges that just won't resolve? In this episode, we dive deep into personalized, functional nutrition with Andrea Nakayama. From her journey into functional medicine after her husband's brain tumor diagnosis to her groundbreaking Functional Nutrition Matrix, Andrea shares how to approach healing through non-negotiables of sleep, poop and blood sugar balance; deficiency to sufficiency; and dismantling dysfunction. Learn why conventional approaches often fail and how to reclaim ownership of your health. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Organic, Pasture-Raised and Processed: How Food Quality Affects Your Gut

    Learn how conventional, processed and ultra-processed foods can damage your digestive system and gut microbiome, leading to cascading negative health consequences. Hear about the benefits of organic, pasture-raised and minimally processed foods for a healthy gut and body. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Root Causes of Acid Reflux and Gastritis: Insights from Vincent Pedre, MD

    Learn more about challenging cases of acid reflux and gastritis and possible root causes like low stomach acid, zinc deficiency and vagal nerve dysfunction. Explore the impact of micro and nano plastics on gut health, tips for reducing exposure, and the role of mindfulness and dietary choices in gut healing with integrative and functional medicine physician and bestselling author Vincent Pedre, MD. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Topical Glutathione for Aging, Chronic Disease and Energy with Dr. Nayan Patel

    Feeling sluggish? Seeing sun spots on your face? Trouble detoxifying? Noticing signs of aging and chronic disease? Learn about taking preventative action and finding solutions via glutathione, often called the "master antioxidant". In this episode, you'll hear from Dr. Nayan Patel, a pharmacist and wellness expert, who developed a novel technology to deliver glutathione topically. We discuss its benefits, precursors, symptoms to look for and affordable solutions. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    Could Low Stomach Acid Be to Blame? A Deep Dive into Hypochlorhydria

    Could your stomach issues be caused by low stomach acid, or hypochlorhydria? Explore the vital role stomach acid plays in digestion and nutrient absorption. In this episode, I'll highlight the symptoms of low stomach acid, including chronic bloating, burping, heartburn, and deficiencies in B12, iron, and calcium. I'll also dive into the root causes, potential supplements to support stomach acid, and how to recognize signs of low stomach acid on your blood work. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Could Low Stomach Acid Be to Blame? A Deep Dive into Hypochlorhydria

    Could your stomach issues be caused by low stomach acid, or hypochlorhydria? Explore the vital role stomach acid plays in digestion and nutrient absorption. In this episode, I'll highlight the symptoms of low stomach acid, including chronic bloating, burping, heartburn, and deficiencies in B12, iron, and calcium. I'll also dive into the root causes, potential supplements to support stomach acid, and how to recognize signs of low stomach acid on your blood work. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Reversing Gut Disorders Through Clinical Hypnosis with Dr. Ali Navidi

    Hypnosis on stage and screen may seem scary or absurd, but clinical hypnosis can heal gut issues by accessing the subconscious brain. Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Navidi helps clients enter a trance state, addressing chronic pain and GI disorders like IBS, SIBO and IBD. In this episode, he discusses the brain-gut connection, the hypnotherapy process and CBT for GI disorders, and how anxiety, trauma and stress can exacerbate our gut issues. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    The Gut-Gene Axis: Unlocking your DNA to Solve Chronic Health Issues with Jenna Weeks, ND

    Struggling with stubborn health issues? Learn how genetic mutations might be impacting your gut and overall wellness. Join Dr. Jenna Weeks, ND, as she unpacks SNPs—genetic variations linked to gut health, mental health and chronic conditions. With 8 years of research, Dr. Weeks reveals hidden genetic factors behind anxiety, depression, chronic inflammation, leaky gut, fibromyalgia and autoimmunity. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes

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    SIBO/IMO vs. Dysbiosis: Choosing the Best Test for your Symptoms

    Explore the differences between SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth) and hydrogen sulfide SIBO, and dysbiosis, and what makes them different. Dive into their distinct causes and symptoms and what kinds of tests are appropriate in which situations. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Conquering SIBO and IMO with At-Home Breath Testing

    Learn how FoodMarble's at-home, reusable breath testing device helps detect SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) and IMO (Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth), the root causes of 60-70% of IBS, as well as food intolerances. Ricky Harrison from FoodMarble explains the science behind their portable, easy-to-use devices. We discuss the benefits, testing substrates, how it compares to other tests and how it helps manage gut issues from home. Check out our YouTube video of this podcast for a demo of how to use it: https://youtu.be/V4o5IFNpjEE. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Transforming Health Through Mindset: The Power of Stress Management for Gut Health with Brooke Herbert

    Discover how stress and childhood trauma can impact your gut and overall health, and why to start your gut healing journey by addressing chronic stress through modalities like meditation, breathwork, yoga, therapy, grounding and best case scenario journaling. After five years and over 50 doctors trying to get to the bottom of constipation, bloating, fatigue and skin issues, Brooke Herbert finally found her way to healing by addressing her dysbiotic gut (including giardia and H. pylori), mold toxicity and chronic stress. Learn how Brooke now empowers other women to advocate for their health by focusing on the four pillars of wellness: exercise, sleep, stress management and nutrition.  Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.   Show Notes 

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    The Hidden Impact of Food Additives on Your Gut Microbiome

    Explore the hidden world of food additives and their effects on your gut and overall health. From the preservatives in processed meats to the artificial sweeteners in your favorite diet drinks, I explore how these common additives could be altering your gut microbiome in ways you never expected. Discover the potential risks, overhyped dangers and better alternatives, as I unpack research on preservatives, sweeteners, emulsifiers and pesticides.  Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session.  Show Notes 

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    Healing Chronic Illness through Brain Retraining with Ashok Gupta

    Are you stuck in your recovery from gut health issues, food sensitivities, ME/CFS, MCS, mold illness, Lyme disease, autoimmune disease or anxiety, despite following all the supplement protocols, eating an optimal diet and doing your best with sleep and exercise? Your brain may be stuck in a loop, retriggering a hypersensitivity reaction to environmental stimuli that are no longer a danger to you. Learn about The Gupta Program, a holistic approach to healing chronic illnesses by retraining the brain and calming the amygdala so that you can regain your health and vitality, with Ashok Gupta, creator of the program. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up your free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    A New Option in Infant and Mother Microbiome Testing with Cheryl Sew Hoy of Tiny Health

    Cheryl Sew Hoy, the founder and CEO of Tiny Health, discusses the critical role of gut health in infants and mothers. Cheryl shares her personal journey of giving birth via C-section and how she restored her newborn's gut, all which led to the founding of Tiny Health. She explains the importance of the gut microbiome, particularly the transfer of beneficial bacteria from mother to child during vaginal birth and breastfeeding. She also delves into the impact of modern lifestyles on gut health, the benefits of probiotics, and the significance of early testing and intervention for long-term health. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Natural Remedies for Heartburn and GERD

    Dive into the complexities of heartburn and GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), understanding why it may present itself in otherwise healthy, young individuals and the potential complications if left untreated. Discover common causes such as dietary habits and lifestyle factors as well as other culprits that may be causing your symptoms like H. pylori or low stomach acid. Gain insights into the importance of proper meal hygiene, the impact of stress on digestion and the role of various treatments, from natural remedies to prescription medications. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Detoxify and Thrive: Strategies for Reversing Inflammation and Autoimmune and Chronic Diseases with Dr. Tom O'Bryan

    Delve into the interconnectedness of inflammation, gut health and autoimmune disease with internationally-recognized speaker and author, Dr. Tom O'Bryan. Uncover the importance of early detection and prevention, lifestyle modifications and personalized detoxification to prevent and reverse autoimmune disease, as well as the important role chronic inflammation plays in human health. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    From Gut to Brain: Understanding Parkinson's, Constipation and Blood Sugar Dysregulation and Probiotics to Address Them All with Martha Carlin

    Martha Carlin, CEO of The BioCollective, discusses the link between the gut microbiome and Parkinson's disease. She emphasizes the significance of mannitol-producing bacteria for treating Parkinson's-related constipation and managing blood sugar. Additionally, she touches on the impact of environmental toxins and the necessity of regular bowel movements for detoxification, stressing the pivotal role of gut health in overall well-being. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    From Mouth to Body: Understanding the Influence of the Oral Microbiome with Dr. Katie Lee

    Dive into the interconnected world of the oral and gut microbiomes. Learn how oral microbiome testing can identify problematic bacteria and how to control them.  Understand the connection of the oral microbiome to overall health, including heart disease, brain function and Alzheimer's. Discover natural alternatives for toothpaste and mouthwash for better oral health with Dr. Katie Lee. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    Healing Your Gut to Sleep Better with Dr. Damiana Corca

    Learn about the bidirectional interplay between gut health and insomnia, how to recognize insomnia stemming from gut health issues and how addressing digestive issues can improve insomnia, and vice versa. Discover various natural and holistic approaches to improving sleep quality, including nutrition, acupuncture, supplementation and relaxation techniques with Dr. Damiana Corca. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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    The Stress-Gut Connection: Finding Solutions with Jenn Trepeck

    Learn about the intricate relationship between stress, gut health, and overall well-being. Discover practical strategies to manage stress and support gut health. Learn how to detect signs of loss of vagal tone, exercises for stimulating the vagus nerve and insights into how to balance blood sugar without yoyo dieting, manage cholesterol and optimize your metabolism with Jenn Trepeck, Optimal Health Coach. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will help you find out what's wrong. She's a Certified Health Coach at High Desert Health in Tucson, Arizona. She coaches clients locally and nationwide. You can also follow Lindsey on Facebook, Tiktok, X, Instagram or Pinterest or reach her via email at [email protected] to set up a free 30-minute Gut Healing Breakthrough Session. Show Notes

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Are you struggling to restore your gut to perfect health? Hear host Lindsey Parsons interview functional and integrative medicine professionals, patients and scientists about the gut microbiome, the current state of research and how they approach treating IBS, IBD, candida, constipation, diarrhea, GERD, gastritis, SIBO and other digestive issues. Hear patients talk about their experiences with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) both in clinics and do-it-yourself and how it impacted their gastrointestinal issues. Learn about the gut microbiome's influence not just on digestive health, but on cardiovascular health, mental health (including anxiety, depression, ADHD and autism), autoimmune diseases, skin conditions and overweight/obesity.

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Lindsey Parsons

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