PODCAST · health
Getting wellAgain
by Jessica Washington, FDN-P
The Getting wellAgain Podcast is your reliable source for no-nonsense healing strategies to help you reclaim your gut health and find lasting relief from stubborn stomach symptoms and H pylori. Ready to break free from feeling stuck and overwhelmed? This podcast brings you empowering conversations, real-life success stories, and simple, actionable strategies that will help you heal naturally. Join us weekly for friendly, supportive encouragement where you'll feel inspired and empowered to take action so can finally feel like yourself again, from the inside out.
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#67: The 7 Sneaky Signs You Have Low Stomach Acid
What if the burning, bloating, reflux, and nutrient deficiencies that keep showing up despite everything you're doing are all being caused by not enough stomach acid? If that sounds counterintuitive, you're not alone. Low stomach acid is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked drivers of gut symptoms, and today I'm walking you through seven signs that your body might be dealing with it right now. In This Episode, We Cover: Why low stomach acid is so commonly mistaken for too much acid, and what's actually happening in your body The four critical jobs stomach acid does, and why your whole digestive system suffers when levels are low Seven signs you have low stomach acid, including some that have nothing to do with your stomach The most common root causes of low stomach acid and why it never happens randomly Why supplementing with Betaine HCL on your own is not the answer, and what to do instead Links & Resources Mentioned: Learn More & Schedule a Free Strategy Session: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/work-with-me Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#66: [Live Case Study Replay] Seeing the Power of Functional Labs to Improve Your Health
In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a live case study training where I break down exactly why surface-level strategies like restrictive diets and supplements aren’t enough to create lasting healing. You’ll hear a real client case study and see how we went from daily nausea and food restrictions to full symptom resolution… not by doing more, but by finally addressing what was actually driving her symptoms. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t come from trying harder. It comes from getting the right data and applying the right strategy. In This Episode, We Cover: Why diet changes and supplements often only provide temporary relief The difference between symptom management vs. true healing How functional lab testing uncovers hidden root causes A real client case study and her full healing journey The step-by-step strategy used to rebuild, support, and resolve root issues Links & Resources Mentioned: Learn More & Schedule a Free Strategy Session: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/work-with-me Connect With Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#65: Why Diets and Supplements Haven’t Calmed Your Reflux (And What to Do Instead)
If you've tried cutting out trigger foods, adding supplements, and doing everything the internet tells you to do for your reflux and heartburn, and you're still not getting lasting relief, this episode is going to explain exactly why. Because the problem is not that you haven't tried hard enough. It's that the tools most people rely on were never designed to fix the actual problem. In this episode, I'm breaking down why diet changes and supplements keep so many people stuck in a cycle, what is actually driving your symptoms underneath the surface, and why functional lab testing is the piece that finally makes everything click. In This Episode, We Cover: Why diet restriction and supplements address symptoms but not root causes, and what that means for lasting relief What the symptom relief trap is and how to know if you're stuck in it The most common hidden root causes of reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain that standard GI testing will never catch The four functional labs I use with every client and what each one reveals about your body What healing actually looks like when you stop guessing and start working from real data Links & Resources Mentioned: Register for the free live training: theguthealingninja.com/april Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#64: 4 Things to Stop Doing If You're Doing Everything Right But Still Stuck With Reflux and Heartburn
If you've been doing everything you can think of to manage your reflux and heartburn, trying the safe food lists, the supplements, the specialist appointments, and still can't get lasting relief, this episode is for you. Because the problem isn't that you're not trying hard enough. It's that the strategies most people rely on are keeping you stuck on the surface, and real healing requires going deeper. In this episode, I'm walking you through four common strategies that feel like progress but are actually keeping you from getting lasting relief, and what to do instead so you can stop managing your symptoms and start healing the root cause. In This Episode, We Cover: Why restricting your diet more and more is not the fix, and what your food sensitivities are actually telling you The supplement cycle that keeps so many people stuck in symptom management mode Why focusing only on your stomach can hold back your healing when the rest of your body is deeply connected Why a "normal" test result does not mean there's nothing wrong, and what conventional testing consistently misses What to do instead so you can finally get answers and real, lasting relief Links & Resources Mentioned: Schedule a Free Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/d/cwbc-k34-md5 Episode on H pylori Testing Methods: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/podcasts/getting-wellagain/episodes/2148938468 Healing My Gut In Real Time Part 1: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/podcasts/getting-wellagain/episodes/2149133683 Healing My Gut In Real Time Part 2: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/podcasts/getting-wellagain/episodes/2149154245 Healing My Gut In Real Time Part 3: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/podcasts/getting-wellagain/episodes/2149176091 Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#63: How the GI-MAP Resolved My Client’s Persistent Reflux
If you’ve been doing everything “right” for your stomach… changing your diet, adding supplements, trying protocols… and still not getting answers, this episode is for you. Because the problem might not be that you need to try harder. It might be that you’re missing the right data. In this episode, I’m breaking down how the GI-MAP stool test works, what it actually shows, and why it can completely change the direction of your healing. I’m also walking you through a real client case study so you can see exactly what this looks like in practice and what’s actually possible when you stop guessing and start getting answers. In This Episode, We Cover: What the GI-MAP stool test is and how it differs from conventional testing Why symptoms alone aren’t enough to identify root causes The key gut imbalances that can drive reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain When it’s time to consider deeper testing (and stop guessing) A real client case study showing how targeted testing led to full symptom resolution Links & Resources Mentioned: Schedule a Free Strategy Session: https://calendly.com/d/cwbc-k34-md5 Episode 6: How to Choose the Right H pylori Test and Trust Your Results: https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/podcasts/getting-wellagain/episodes/2148938468 Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#62: Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Gut Healing - What the Research Says & My Vagustim Review
If you’ve been hearing about vagus nerve stimulation and wondering if it’s actually worth it… or just another wellness trend, this episode is for you. Because when you’re dealing with reflux, heartburn, IBS-like symptoms, or ongoing stomach issues, you don’t need another trendy tool. You need to understand what’s actually happening in your body and what will truly move the needle. In this episode, I’m breaking down how vagus nerve stimulation works, what the research actually shows, and where devices like Vagustim fit into a real gut healing strategy. I also share my personal experience using it, what I’ve noticed so far, and who this type of tool may actually benefit. In This Episode, We Cover: Why the vagus nerve is so important for digestion and gut healing What vagus nerve stimulation actually does (and what it doesn’t do) What the research says about stress, sleep, and gut symptom improvements The difference between Vagustim, Pulsetto, and Sensate How to use vagus nerve work as part of a bigger healing strategy My personal results after using Vagustim consistently Links & Resources Mentioned: Vagustim Device Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#61: The Symptom Relief Trap - Are you actually resolving your symptoms... or just wasting your time?
If you’ve been doing all the things for your gut, trying different diets, adding supplements, following protocols, and still find yourself stuck in a cycle where symptoms improve for a little while and then come right back, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain: the symptom relief trap. Because there’s a big difference between something that is actually helping your body heal and something that is simply covering up symptoms for a little while. And once you understand that difference, you can stop chasing temporary fixes and start focusing on what really leads to lasting healing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What the symptom relief trap actually is How to tell if a strategy is helping you heal or just acting like a bandaid Why symptom relief is not the same thing as real healing The simple question to ask yourself if you feel stuck in a cycle of flares Why functional lab testing can be the missing piece when nothing seems to last If you feel like you’ve been bouncing between short-term wins and frustrating setbacks, this episode will help you understand why and show you a better way to move forward. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Apply to work with me 1:1 → theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#60: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Dead Ends Lead to the Best Actions and a Buc-ee's Bathroom Fan (Part 3)
Healing rarely moves in a straight line. Sometimes it’s progress, sometimes it’s setbacks, and sometimes it’s discovering things you never expected. In this third update of my Healing My Gut in Real Time series, I’m sharing everything that’s unfolded behind the scenes since the last episode. From uncovering a mold exposure through my OAT test to having a practitioner consultation that completely crashed and burned… this chapter of the journey has been a little chaotic. But that’s also what real healing often looks like. In this episode, I’m giving you an honest look at the ups and downs of working through complex gut issues, along with some clinical insights into the labs I’ve been running on myself and what they’re revealing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why healing often involves trial, error, and unexpected discoveries What my Organic Acids Test revealed about mold and candida How a disappointing practitioner experience completely changed my next steps New tools I’m using to support my nervous system and gut healing If you’re in the middle of your own healing journey and it feels messy, unpredictable, or slower than you hoped, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone. Progress often comes from the detours just as much as the plan. Catch Up On the Previous Episodes in This Series: Part 1: Episode 49 - Healing My Gut in Real Time: Symptoms, Stress, and First Steps Part 2: Episode 53 - Healing My Gut in Real Time: GI-MAP Results, My Protocol, and a Big Pivot 🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode: Nerva App Vagustim Device HeartMath Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#59: Why an FDNP Is the Best Practitioner to Support Your Ability to Heal
If you’ve worked with multiple practitioners, tried different protocols, and still feel like you’re missing the bigger picture of why your body isn’t healing, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing why working with a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDNP) can be such a turning point, not because it’s trendy or different for the sake of being different, but because this approach actually connects labs, symptoms, stress, and real-life context in a way most models and other practitioners don’t. I also share how working with an FDNP completely changed my own health when nothing else had, and the core principles that guide how we help the body heal at its root. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How functional lab testing helps eliminate guesswork The role hidden stressors play in chronic symptoms Why healing requires a whole-body, systems-based approach What makes the FDN philosophy different from symptom-focused care If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or confused about why nothing seems to work, this episode will help you understand what might be missing and why your body may need a different kind of support. 🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode: Apply for 1:1 Coaching Get $2,500 off the FDN Program and learn more about the program Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#58: [Live Training Clip] The 3 Biggest Roadblocks Keeping Reflux and Heartburn Stuck
Today’s episode is a special clip pulled from a live training I hosted, where I walk you through the three most common roadblocks I see in people who are still dealing with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain, even after treating H pylori or always testing negative. If you’ve been doing all the “right” things but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why and show you where the real work needs to happen so you can finally move forward. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why healing stalls even after H pylori is gone How stomach lining damage keeps symptoms alive The overlooked role of stress and the gut–brain connection Why focusing only on the stomach often misses the real issue What actually needs to shift to create lasting symptom relief If it feels like you’ve hit nothing but dead ends, this episode will help you spot the hidden patterns keeping your symptoms in place and give you a clearer path forward. Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#57: Silent Reflux Explained - How to Calm Throat Symptoms When Heartburn Isn’t the Problem
If you’re dealing with throat symptoms that don’t quite make sense and classic reflux advice hasn’t helped, this episode is for you. Today, we’re breaking down LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux), also known as silent reflux, why it looks so different from typical heartburn, and how these symptoms are often tied to digestion, stress, and nervous system patterns that get overlooked. My goal in this episode is to help this all finally click so you can stop guessing and start calming your symptoms in a way that actually works. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why silent reflux can cause throat symptoms without heartburn How digestion and gut function play a role in ongoing irritation The connection between stress, breathing patterns, and LPR flares Why acid-suppressing medications often don’t fully resolve symptoms Gentle, holistic ways to start calming throat irritation and reducing flares If you’ve been stuck managing symptoms without clear answers, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and what to focus on next. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Apply for 1:1 coaching → theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#56: Reflux After H Pylori - Why Symptoms Linger and What to Do Next
If you’ve already treated H pylori, or you never had it in the first place, and reflux or heartburn are still running the show, this episode is for you. Because lingering symptoms don’t mean you failed treatment. And they don’t automatically mean something was missed. More often than not, these symptoms mean your focus needs to shift. In this episode, I’m breaking down why symptoms can stick around even after a treatment protocol, and what actually needs to happen for your stomach to fully recover so you can finally get out of the cycle of managing symptoms and start feeling stable again. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why you still have reflux & hearburn even after H pylori tests are negative The difference between treating bacteria and healing your stomach The three areas that must be addressed for symptoms to fully resolve Why stress and digestion stability matter more than another protocol If you’ve been told your tests are “normal” but your body still doesn’t feel right, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next. Register for my Free Live Training on February 17thWhy You’re Still Dealing With Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain (Even When H Pylori is Negative)Register here → https://theguthealingninja.com/feb Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#55: Gut Health Q&A - Real Answers to H Pylori, SIBO, and Lingering Symptoms
In this Q&A episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m answering some of the most common and most misunderstood questions I get about gut health. From navigating H pylori with a fragile microbiome to understanding why SIBO keeps coming back, we’re digging into real-life scenarios with root-cause focused answers. If you’ve been feeling confused, stuck, or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode will help you zoom out, understand what actually matters, and make sense of what your body is doing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to approach H pylori when your microbiome feels “too fragile” for treatment When antibiotics make sense for H pylori and when they don’t Why SIBO is often a symptom, not the root cause What lingering symptoms after H pylori treatment really mean Why healing often requires rebuilding, not more treatment This episode is all about clarity, strategy, and doing things in the right order so you can stop chasing symptoms and start moving forward with confidence. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: Apply to work with me 1:1 → https://theguthealingninja.com/apply Goodbye Stomach Symptoms (opening soon) Support for lingering symptoms after H pylori treatment Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#54: The Biggest GI-MAP Protocol Mistakes (And How to Use It the Right Way)
If your GI-MAP results ever led to a protocol that made you feel worse, or just didn’t work, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m breaking down the three most common mistakes I see practitioners make when interpreting GI-MAP results. These missteps don’t just lead to ineffective protocols… they can actually stall your progress, drain your energy, and keep you stuck in the same frustrating symptom cycle. But with the right lens and strategy, your GI-MAP can become a powerful tool for lasting relief. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why jumping into treatment too fast can backfire, and what to do instead Why supplements alone won’t cut it (even if they’re natural) How to know if your current strategy is ignoring the bigger picture If you’re tired of protocol after protocol and want to understand why you’re still symptomatic, this episode will help you take back control of your gut healing journey. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: [Apply to Work with Me 1:1] Build a custom strategy that actually works → theguthealingninja.com/apply 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#53: Healing My Gut in Real Time: GI-MAP Results, My Protocol, and a Big Pivot (Part 2)
If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to dig into your symptoms using functional lab testing and pivot your healing strategy in real time, this episode is for you. In this second part of my personal gut healing series, I’m walking you through my actual GI-MAP test results and the steps I took next. From uncovering hidden digestive dysfunction to the surprise discovery that changed everything (hint: it involves my gallbladder!). You’ll get a real-world look at how healing is rarely linear, but always revealing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How gut infections, poor digestion, and immune dysfunction can quietly drive stubborn symptoms Why symptom relief often comes from supporting function rather than chasing infections The surprising role bile flow and gallbladder health can play in symptoms like bloating and constipation What it really looks like to pivot mid-protocol and let your body lead your healing strategy 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: Episode 49: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Symptoms, Stress, and First Steps (Part 1)Episode 52: A Deep Dive Into the Functional Labs I use in My Practice for Reflux & Heartburn Connect With Me:Watch this episode on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#52: A Deep Dive Into the Functional Labs I use in My Practice for Reflux & Heartburn
If you've been cutting out foods, loading up on supplements, and following all the reflux advice - but still not seeing results - it might be time to stop guessing and start testing. In this episode, I'm walking you through the five most powerful functional labs I use with my 1:1 clients to get real answers about what's driving reflux, heartburn, and stubborn stomach pain. You'll learn how these labs go far beyond conventional tests and why they’re key to creating personalized protocols that actually work. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How functional lab testing helps uncover why your symptoms won’t resolve What it means to look at digestion, metabolism, stress, and inflammation together instead of in isolation Why “normal” test results don’t always mean your body is functioning well How reducing guesswork creates clearer, more effective healing strategies If you're tired of surface-level fixes and want to go deeper, this episode will show you how functional lab testing can provide the clarity you need to finally heal. Mentioned in This Episode: Apply to work with me 1:1: theguthealingninja.com/apply Connect With Me: 📺 Watch on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Explore more resources: theguthealingninja.com
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#51: The Biggest Roadblocks in Your Stomach Healing (and How to Finally Get Unstuck This Year)
If you’re heading into the new year determined to finally get your reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain under control, but deep down you’re afraid you’ll end up stuck in the same cycle again, this episode is for you. Healing doesn’t happen by chance. And if you’ve been relying on the same strategies year after year - cutting out more foods, stacking more supplements, or guessing your way through - it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough. It’s because you’ve been missing clarity, strategy, and support. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest roadblocks I see keeping people stuck in gut symptoms year after year - and what to do differently so that this can truly be the year things change. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why trying to supplement your way out of symptoms often keeps you stuck How over-restricting food can slow healing instead of supporting it The critical role your nervous system plays in digestion and symptom flares Why guessing and jumping between strategies creates more stress and fewer results What it actually takes to move forward with clarity and confidence If you’re tired of feeling like you’re doing everything right but still not getting better, this episode will help you understand what’s been missing - and how to approach healing in a more grounded, strategic way. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: The Gut Check - A personalized gut health audit and action plan 👉 theguthealingninja.com/gutcheck This is a limited launch with a discounted price available this week only! 📲 Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#50: Becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - My Honest Review & What You Need to Know
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my personal experience becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) through the FDN certification program. Whether you’re a current health coach, wellness enthusiast, or someone looking to take control of your own health, this behind-the-scenes episode and FDN program review will help you decide if FDN might be the next right step for you. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What sets the FDN certification program apart from other health coaching certifications How FDN teaches you to interpret functional lab data and create healing protocols What it was really like to go through the program - pros, cons, and practical takeaways Links to Learn More About the FDN Program: FDN Program Website Get the First Module of the FDN Course for Free Take a Free Tour of the Course Here is the blog post I wrote about my experience in the program. AND, don't miss this: When you are ready to enroll, use this link and get up to $2,500 off your program enrollment! (This is an affiliate link, and I make a small commission, at no extra cost to you, in order to be able to offer you a large discount on the program.) Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#49: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Symptoms, Stress, and First Steps (Part 1)
In this episode, I’m getting personal and sharing what’s been going on with my own gut health over the past year, including reflux, constipation, bloating, and digestive discomfort, and why I’ve decided to take a deeper look under the surface as we head into the new year. I walk you through my symptoms, what I’ve already done to improve them, and the exact next steps I’m taking to uncover and address the root causes so I can fully heal - not just manage things. If you’ve been feeling discouraged, stuck, or wondering why symptoms keep lingering despite “doing all the right things,” this episode is here to remind you that you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why managing symptoms isn’t the same as fully healing What improvements are possible with foundational diet and lifestyle changes When it makes sense to dig deeper with functional lab testing How I approach healing as both the practitioner and the client Mentioned in This Episode: Episode 1: My Gut Healing Journey – From Rock Bottom to Feeling Well Again Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#48: The 5 Gut Health Trends to Avoid in 2026 (And What to Do Instead)
Some of the biggest trends in reflux and gut health are doing more harm than good - and in this episode, I’m breaking them down one by one. From doctors calling everything “SIBO” to the supplement overload no one’s questioning, I’ll show you what to avoid and where to focus instead for real, lasting relief. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The 5 big trending strategies that won't necessarily benefit your healing from reflux and heartburn What to do instead to finally support real healing If you're overwhelmed by all the gut health noise online, this episode will help you tune out the fluff and zero in on what really matters. Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com
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#47: How to Uncover the Hidden Causes of Reflux & Heartburn
If you’ve already changed your diet, treated H pylori, and tried every supplement you can think of - but you’re still dealing with reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain... this episode is for you. The problem isn’t that you’re doing something wrong, it’s that no one’s shown you what’s really going on underneath the surface. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden root causes that often get missed by conventional approaches (and even many gut-healing protocols). These are the exact patterns I see in my clients who feel stuck despite doing “everything right,” and the same patterns that showed up in my own healing journey too. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why surface-level fixes (like diets and supplements) often fall short The five hidden root causes you might be overlooking How functional lab testing can give you answers - and a real path forward What your body actually needs to stop the symptom cycle for good If you’re tired of flare-ups, food fear, and not knowing what’s going wrong, this episode will give you hope and clarity on what to do next. 🔗 Register for the Free Live Training: [Free Live Training]Why Diet Changes & Protocols Haven’t Healed Your Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain (and what actually will) → theguthealingninja.com/december Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#46: How to Navigate the Holidays with Reflux & Heartburn
Are you worried about not being able to enjoy the holidays because of your reflux or heartburn? I see you - and I’ve been there too. The overwhelm, the food restrictions, the fear of a flare at the worst possible moment can steal the joy out of what’s meant to be a special season. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 practical, real-world strategies that have helped me (and my clients) feel more in control, more supported, and more present during the holidays. With just a bit of planning and the right mindset, it is possible to enjoy the season without being ruled by your symptoms. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The often-overlooked trigger that can set you up for a symptom flare before the day even begins What to do before you head to your holiday gathering to set your body up for success The powerful role your mindset plays in how your body digests and responds to food Why it’s okay to choose connection, joy, and presence over perfection Whether you're navigating the upcoming holidays or just trying to enjoy any festive event with a sensitive stomach, this episode will help you feel empowered, not left out. Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#45: Do You Need to Treat H Pylori? When to Take Action (and When to Wait)
Not every H pylori infection needs to be treated right away - shocker, I know! In this episode, we’re diving into the nuance around H pylori infections that most people (and most practitioners) miss. If you’ve tested positive for H pylori and feel unsure about your next step, this conversation will help you understand whether treatment is truly necessary for your situation, or whether your body might be better served by rebuilding, restoring, and strengthening first. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel more confident, informed, and in control of what to do next. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why some H pylori infections cause symptoms — and others don’t When treatment isn’t the right next step When treatment is absolutely necessary The deeper restoration work required to prevent H pylori from “coming back” 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: [Free On-Demand Training] How to Heal Heartburn, Reflux, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications → theguthealingninja.com/training Episode #6: How to Choose the Right H Pylori Test and Trust Your Results Episode #15: Choosing the Best H Pylori Treatment Episode #1: My Gut Healing Journey 📲 Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#44: 6 Root Causes of Reflux, Heartburn & Stomach Pain You Might Be Missing
If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of managing reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain with protocols, diets, or supplements, only to find that symptoms keep coming back, this episode is your roadmap to lasting relief. Jess walks you through the six most common root causes she sees in her clients (including a couple you may not have considered before). Because real, lasting healing happens only when you address what’s driving your symptoms, not just covering them up. Whether you’ve already treated H pylori and symptoms are lingering, or you’ve been told everything looks “normal” on your endoscopy but you still don’t feel right, this episode will help you uncover what might be going on underneath it all. What You’ll Learn in This Episode The difference between managing symptoms and uncovering root causes Why reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain often return—even after treatment How overlooked imbalances in your gut and nervous system keep symptoms stuck The key shifts that allow your body to start healing instead of just coping What it really takes to get lasting relief without restrictive diets or meds Mentioned in This Episode 🎥 Free On-Demand Training: Learn Jess’s step-by-step Stomach Reset Method 👉 theguthealingninja.com/training 🎙 Episode 16: Setting the Record Straight About Stomach Acid Ready to Go Deeper? If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to figure this out on your own—or you're tired of treating symptoms without addressing root causes—Jess can help. Apply to join the Goodbye Stomach Symptoms program, where you'll get personalized support to calm symptoms, heal your stomach lining, and build long-term resilience. 👉 Learn more and apply at theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🎥 YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com
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#43: My unscripted and deeply personal thoughts on what it truly takes to heal
In this off-the-cuff and deeply personal episode, Jess shares the most pivotal shift in her own healing journey - the inner work that changed everything when supplements and diets weren’t enough. If you've been doing all the right things (following protocols, taking the supplements, cutting out foods) and still not feeling better… this episode is your wake-up call. Jess reveals the hard truth about how stress, thought spirals, and the pressure to control everything are often the real reasons you're still symptomatic. She walks through how your nervous system, your internal dialogue, and your inability to slow down are blocking your healing - even when you’re checking all the right boxes. She also opens up about the role her faith played in releasing the weight of control, reducing anxiety, and finally allowing her body to heal. This powerful episode will help you reconnect with what your body actually needs to feel safe enough to recover, for good. What You'll Learn: Why gut-healing supplements and diets aren't enough if you're constantly stressed How your thoughts directly influence your nervous system and your symptoms The physiological connection between stress and chronic gut issues like reflux, nausea, and pain The two mindset shifts that changed Jess’s life—and the lives of her clients How faith and surrender can lighten the emotional and physical weight you’re carrying Follow and Connect with Me: Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja Apply for my coaching program: theguthealingninja.com/apply
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#42: When Supplements Backfire: How to Know What’s Helping vs. Hurting Your Stomach
In this episode, we’re unpacking why gut-healing supplements sometimes backfire, how to spot the ones that could be making things worse, and (most importantly) what to do instead so you can stop guessing and start healing with confidence. If you’re stuck in the cycle of adding more and more supplements and still feeling worse, this is your sign to hit pause on the trial and error. Let’s get to the bottom of it together. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why “bad” reactions to supplements don’t mean your body is broken 4 common reasons gut-healing supplements can cause flares 3 simple steps to audit your supplement routine and stop wasting money Why your thoughts about supplements could be contributing to your symptoms This is your roadmap for troubleshooting symptoms and getting out of the supplement spiral for good. Free On-Demand Training If you’ve been stuck in the guessing game with supplements and still not feeling better, it’s time to shift gears. 🎥 Watch the free training here Title: How to Heal Your Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications In this 30-minute video, I’ll walk you through my Stomach Reset Method - the same step-by-step process I use with clients to uncover what’s really driving your symptoms and help you finally heal. Follow and Connect with Me: Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja Apply for my coaching program: theguthealingninja.com/apply
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#41: Building Resilience to Prevent Symptom Recurrence
Getting rid of reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain is one thing. But making sure those symptoms stay gone? That’s the real challenge. In this episode, we’re unpacking the missing piece that keeps your symptoms from coming back again and again: resilience. You’ll learn what true gut resilience means, how to build it, and the four areas you need to strengthen so that your body can bend, but not break, when life throws you curveballs. If you’ve ever felt like you were finally making progress only to backslide during stress, travel, or just everyday life, this episode is a must-listen. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why symptom relief is only half the battle (and what keeps you stuck in cycles of flares) The four key pillars of resilience: microbiome, mindset, digestion, and lifestyle The secret to freedom from “management mode” and fragile healing If you’re ready to stop walking on eggshells around food, stress, and symptom triggers, this episode will show you the path to lasting freedom. 📺 Free On-Demand Training Want to dive deeper into the exact 3-step process I use with clients to calm stomach flares and build the resilience needed to keep symptoms away? 👉 Watch my free training here This free 30-minute video will walk you through my proven Stomach Reset Method and give you a practical outline for resolving your symptoms for good. Follow and Connect with Me: Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja Apply for my coaching program: theguthealingninja.com/apply
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#40: Q&A - Your Most-Asked Questions About H pylori, Reflux, and Healing Naturally
In today's episode, I’m answering real questions from my Instagram community about healing reflux, chronic gastritis, and H pylori - without the fluff and with a practical lens that will help you piece together your next steps. Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or feeling stuck in symptom management, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and a few helpful rabbit holes to explore. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Where to begin when your gut feels like a mess Whether H pylori can truly be healed without antibiotics What to do when reflux meds aren’t helping anymore How to manage gastritis, stomach lining damage, and food intolerance When silent reflux shows up (and what causes it) A personal case study on eczema and gut health What to know about pregnancy with H pylori The real goal of H pylori treatment (hint: it’s not just a negative test) 🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode 📚 H pylori Testing Accuracy Blog Post 🎧 Podcast Episodes on Herbal H Pylori Treatment Episode 31: Sharing My Effective Herbal H Pylori Treatment Process Episode: 32: Building an Effective Herbal H Pylori Protocol 🎧 Podcast Episode on Alginates for Reflux Relief Episode 39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says) 💻 Coaching Program Application: Apply to be a client inside Goodbye Stomach Symptoms → theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🎥 YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com
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#39: Alginates for Reflux Relief (what the research says)
In this episode, we’re looking at alginates - the fascinating “raft” technology found in products like Gaviscon Advance and Reflux Gourmet - and what the research actually says about how they work. Instead of changing your stomach’s chemistry like PPIs or antacids, alginates form a barrier that keeps stomach contents from pushing up into the esophagus. In this conversation, I’m unpacking how this works, what the science says, and when alginates might be most helpful for reflux relief. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What alginates are and how they create a raft to block reflux events How alginates compare to PPIs and antacids in research studies The real-life situations where alginates can be most effective Why alginates are a tool for symptom management, not a cure, and what to do if you want lasting relief Go Beyond Symptom Management If you’re ready to go beyond symptom management and finally resolve reflux at the root, I’d love for you to watch my free on-demand training: 👉 How to Heal Your Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications Follow and Connect with Me 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🎥 YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com
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#38: My 4 Non-Negotiables for Lasting Health
When it comes to health, there are a few non-negotiables I live by - both in my own life and with every client I work with. These are my “line in the sand” principles that cut through the noise of diets, lab results, and symptom chasing, and actually move you from constant management into real, lasting freedom. In this episode of The Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m sharing the four rules I refuse to compromise on and why they might just be the key you’ve been missing in your healing journey. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why you (not your doctor or the government) are the ultimate decision-maker for your health How restrictive diets keep you stuck and why food is not the enemy How to start viewing symptoms as clues instead of things to silence The role of lab testing in healing - and why results are only one piece of the picture Follow and Connect with Me 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🎥 YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com 🎧 Thanks for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and share it with someone who needs it.
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#37: How Stress Fuels Reflux and Heartburn (and What to Do About It)
If your reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain always seems to flare when life gets busy or overwhelming, you’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. In this episode, we're diving into the science behind the stress-stomach connection and how your thoughts, emotions, and nervous system state might be the hidden reason your symptoms keep sticking around, even when you're “doing everything right.” You'll learn how stress physically impacts digestion, how negative thought spirals can intensify symptoms, and most importantly, what you can do to break the cycle. These simple mindset shifts and nervous system strategies can create big changes in how your body feels. In This Episode: How the vagus nerve links your stress response to your digestion Why stress slows motility, reduces stomach acid, and causes reflux How your internal dialogue could be fueling your symptoms Simple mindset tools to calm your nervous system and reduce symptoms Free On-Demand Training If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally heal your stomach symptoms for good, watch my free training: How to Heal Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications 🎥 Watch Now Inside, I walk you through my 3-step method for healing your stomach, physically and mentally, so you can reclaim your life without fear of food or symptoms. Follow and Connect with Me: 📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🎥 YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 🌐 Website: theguthealingninja.com
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#36: What to Eat When Everything Hurts: Reflux & Stomach Pain Food Guide
If you feel like you’re down to just five safe foods and your stomach still flares up, this episode is for you. Food isn’t really the problem - but when your stomach is inflamed and struggling, even the healthiest meals can feel like the enemy. In this episode, I’m sharing what’s actually going on inside your stomach, the most common foods that tend to make flares worse, and what to eat instead so you can calm things down without getting stuck in restriction forever. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why food is not the root cause of your stomach pain (even if it feels that way) The six most common categories of trigger foods for reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain Foods to lean on when you’re in a flare Why bland eating should only be temporary - not your long-term solution How to start moving from restriction back into freedom with food 👉 Want to learn the exact process I use with clients to calm flares and get back to eating freely again? Watch my free on-demand training here: theguthealingninja.com/training Real healing doesn’t come from cutting out more and more foods. It comes from addressing the deeper issues in your stomach and building resilience so you can get back to eating without fear. This episode will show you where to start. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 📝 Read the blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#35: The 4 Things I Would Tell You As Your Stomach Healing Nutritionist if I Wasn't Afraid of Hurting Your Feelings
Some of the things keeping you stuck with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain aren’t what you think. And some of them might actually be the things you’ve been trying the hardest to do “right.” In this episode, I’m getting real with you about the 4 truths I wish everyone dealing with stomach symptoms knew. These are truths that could completely shift how you approach your symptoms. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why reaching for a new supplement might be keeping you stuck The surprising ways your restricted diet could be making your health worse When not to treat H pylori again - even if the infection is still there The truth about stomach acid levels (and why it doesn’t matter if yours is “high” or “low”) If you’re tired of managing symptoms and want real, lasting relief, this episode is your wake-up call. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: [Free On-Demand Training] How to Heal Your Heartburn, Reflux, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications → theguthealingninja.com/training [Episode 16] Setting the Record Straight About Stomach Acid Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com
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#34: [training recording] Overcome Stomach Symptoms for Good
This episode is a little different - I'm sharing a special throwback training straight from the vault! Inside, I walk you through the exact 3-step process I teach inside my Goodbye Stomach Symptoms program that helps clients finally heal their stomach, resolve symptoms like reflux and pain, and get back to feeling like themselves again. Whether you've been stuck in a cycle of symptom flares, or your H. pylori treatment didn’t get you the results you hoped for, this episode is going to give you a clear path forward. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why treating H. pylori alone often isn’t enough to feel better The exact 3-step framework I use to help clients eliminate stomach symptoms Why stress resilience is the secret weapon to lasting healing This episode is packed with encouragement and clear, science-backed guidance to help you break free from the symptom cycle once and for all. 🎓 Want to Learn My Stomach Reset Method? Join me for a free live training where I’ll walk you through the same method I use with my clients to resolve heartburn, reflux, and stomach pain without restrictive diets or medication. 🗓️ Live on August 26th (with a replay available if you’re listening after!) 👉 Sign up here: theguthealingninja.com/training Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#33: The Real Cause of Acid Reflux (and how to fix it naturally)
In this episode, we’re busting some major myths about acid reflux - starting with the big one: that it’s caused by high stomach acid or “trigger” foods. Spoiler alert: it’s not. If you’ve been living off PPIs, supplements, or restrictive diets without lasting relief, this conversation is going to shift everything for you. We’re digging deep into what’s actually behind reflux, and what you can do about it to find real, lasting symptom relief. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why your reflux probably isn’t caused by what you’re eating - and what the real issue is How gut infections like H. pylori and SIBO contribute to reflux symptoms The vagus nerve + nervous system connection to proper digestion and acid production Simple, practical steps to support acid levels and heal reflux at the root If you’re ready to finally stop managing reflux and actually resolve it, this episode is for you. Referenced Episodes & Resources: Episode 31: Sharing My Effective H Pylori Treatment Process Episode 16: Setting the Record Straight About Stomach Acid Free Live Training: 🎉 Join me for a free live training on August 26th where I’ll break down my 3-step Stomach Reset Method for healing reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain without restrictive diets, expensive supplements, or unwanted medications. 👉 Save your spot: theguthealingninja.com/training Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#32: Building an Effective Herbal H Pylori Protocol
Tired of mastic gum, Matula tea, or internet cleanses that don’t work? In this episode, I’m breaking down why H pylori is so difficult to eradicate and what a truly effective treatment protocol actually looks like. If you’ve tried every supplement under the sun but still have reflux, stomach pain, or nausea, this one’s for you. We’ll cover the seven essential components of an effective herbal protocol - the same strategy I use with my clients inside my Goodbye Stomach Symptoms program to finally help them eliminate their infection and feel well again. Inside the episode: Why H pylori is such a persistent infection The 5 survival strategies that make H pylori hard to kill Why DIY protocols and one-size-fits-all supplements usually don’t work The 7 components of a science-backed herbal protocol By the end, you’ll understand exactly why your symptoms haven’t improved - and what to do instead to finally get relief. Want to Learn My Full Step-by-Step Process? Join me on August 26th for my free live training: “How to Heal Your Heartburn, Reflux, and Stomach Pain Without Restrictive Diets, Expensive Supplements, or Unwanted Medications.” 🎟 Save your seat here → https://theguthealingninja.com/training Follow and Connect with Me:🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#31: Sharing My Effective H Pylori Treatment Process
Have you treated H pylori (maybe even more than once) only to still be dealing with the same reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain? If so, you’re not alone... and no, it doesn’t mean your treatment failed or that you’re beyond help. In this episode, I’m sharing why H pylori treatment alone rarely leads to lasting relief, plus my 3-step Stomach Reset Method for fully recovering your stomach health and finally resolving those stubborn symptoms for good. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why treatment alone (antibiotics or herbal protocols) often fails to provide lasting symptom relief The biggest mistakes people make when trying to DIY their H pylori treatment The 3-step Stomach Reset Method I use with clients to not only treat infections but actually restore stomach health The critical role of resilience building for preventing symptoms from coming back Ready to go deeper? I’m hosting a live training on August 26th where I’ll walk you step-by-step through my Stomach Reset Method to heal reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain—without restrictive diets, expensive supplements, or unwanted medications. 👉 Save your spot here: theguthealingninja.com/training Other Podcast Episodes Mentioned:Episode 1: My Gut Healing Journey - From Rock Bottom to Feeling Well AgainEpisode 15: Choosing the Best H Pylori Treatment (what you need to know) Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#30: 5 Steps to Say Goodbye to Stomach Symptoms (For Good)
You’ve spent the summer learning how to tune into your body, calm your symptoms, and build real momentum in your healing - and now it’s time for the most important piece of all: How do you make it last? In this final episode of the Summer of Stomach Healing series, I’m sharing the 5 most important mindset and behavior shifts that my most successful clients make to stay symptom-free long after the flares, protocols, and food fears are behind them. If you’re ready for lasting relief, this episode will show you exactly what it takes. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why symptom relief is only the beginning of the journey How to build a body that’s resilient to stress and life’s curveballs The mindset shift that stops the fear of symptoms from creeping back in What real healing looks like (and why it’s not just about supplements or food rules) The Goodbye Stomach Symptoms program now involves an application process. If you want to apply to be a client in this coaching program, head to theguthealinginja.com/apply to submit your application! Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#29: This is Why You Shouldn't DIY Your Stomach Healing
If you’ve been trying to piece together your own gut healing journey - Googling every symptom, buying all the supplements, cutting out more and more foods... but still feel stuck, this episode is for you. Because while taking your health into your own hands is incredibly empowering, it can also be the very thing that’s keeping you from real, lasting relief. In this episode, I’m sharing the truth about why DIY healing rarely works long-term—and what you actually need instead to heal your stomach for good. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The four big reasons DIY healing often leads to burnout instead of relief Why trial-and-error tactics keep your body stuck in stress mode The missing piece you need to finally get clarity and lasting progress You don’t need to do more. You need to do the right things, in the right order, with the right support. And this episode will show you how to start. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#28: The One Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
You can do everything “right” - take the supplements, follow the plan, eat the safe foods - and still find yourself stuck in symptom flares. So what gives? In this episode, we’re talking about the one mindset shift that makes all the difference between constantly managing your symptoms and finally resolving them. Because what’s going on behind the scenes (in your thoughts) could be the very thing holding your healing back. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The real reason symptoms might keep coming back, even when you’re doing all the “right” things. A simple mindset reframe to help you decode symptoms instead of fear them. How your thoughts impact your nervous system and your body’s ability to heal. The journaling prompts and questions I use with clients to get out of a symptom flare spiral. If you’ve ever felt like your progress keeps getting derailed for no clear reason, this episode will help you shift from panic to clarity and start responding to symptoms in a way that actually moves you forward. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#27: The 3 Pillars of Lasting Stomach Symptom Relief
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the exact framework I use with my clients to help them break the symptom relief-symptom flare cycle and find real, lasting relief. If you’re tired of chasing temporary fixes and you’re ready to heal your stomach in a way that actually sticks, this episode is your roadmap. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The three essential pillars that create lasting symptom relief. Why most healing attempts fail, and how to stop spinning your wheels. Why calming your symptoms first is non-negotiable for long-term results. How to rebuild your body’s foundation so it can heal for good. What building true resilience looks like, so your symptoms stay gone. Real healing isn’t about doing more - it’s about doing the right things in the right order. And this episode shows you exactly how to do that. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#26: Uncovering What Your Stomach Symptoms Really Mean
In today's episode, we’re flipping the script on how you view your symptoms. Instead of fearing the burning, nausea, or stomach pain, you'll learn how to listen to them. Because symptoms aren’t random - they’re messages from your body. And when you know how to decode those messages, healing gets a whole lot easier. If you’ve ever felt stuck, broken, or like your body is working against you, this conversation will give you a new lens and a lot more hope. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why your symptoms aren’t the enemy (hint: they’re communication from your body). How to start identifying symptom patterns and root causes. A mindset shift that helps you stay grounded during symptom flares. Why reacting with fear can make symptoms worse - and what to do instead. When you stop fearing your symptoms and start using them as feedback, you take back your power. This episode will show you how to start that shift. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#25: The One Thing Most Stomach Healing Plans Miss
You could be doing everything right - perfect diet, best supplements, most strategic protocols - but if your body is stuck in stress mode, your stomach won’t heal. In this episode, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked reasons why symptoms linger even when you're doing all the “right” things: your nervous system. If your body doesn’t feel safe, digestion shuts down. And no amount of supplements or diet changes will override that. This is the episode to listen to if you’ve ever wondered why nothing seems to be working - or why your symptoms flare under pressure, stress, or overwhelm. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why healing can’t happen in a chronically stressed body How your nervous system directly affects your ability to digest, absorb, and repair Signs your nervous system may be keeping your symptoms on repeat How to shift from survival mode into healing mode Real healing doesn’t come from checking more things off your to-do list. It comes from helping your body feel safe enough to finally digest, rest, and repair. This episode shows you how to start. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#24: What Needing to Avoid Foods Is Really Telling You About Your Gut
If you need to avoid certain foods just to keep your stomach symptoms in check, this episode is your wake-up call. In this episode, we’re uncovering the truth behind food reactions and what your symptoms after eating are actually trying to tell you. Spoiler: it’s not about the food. You’ll learn why restriction isn’t a long-term solution and how to shift your focus toward real healing, so you can stop fearing your meals and start eating with freedom again. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What food reactions are really signaling about your body The top three reasons why certain foods trigger symptoms Why restrictive eating is often a form of symptom management, not healing The real path to eating more foods without discomfort or flares How to work with your symptoms instead of fearing them You weren’t meant to live off a shrinking list of “safe” foods. This episode will help you understand the deeper work your body needs to heal for good, so you can expand your diet and enjoy eating again. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#23: The Real Reason Your Stomach Symptoms Aren’t Going Away (Yet)
In this episode, we’re breaking down a common (but untrue) belief that might be keeping you stuck in your healing: “Maybe my stomach just can’t heal.” If you’ve ever felt like your body is the exception, that healing works for everyone but you, this episode is for you. You’ll learn why your stomach can heal, what’s often missing from the approach you’ve been taking, and how to start building real trust in your body again. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The belief that keeps so many people stuck in cycles of symptom flares What your body actually needs in order to do the healing work it was designed to do Why tuning in to your symptoms can be more powerful than tuning out with protocols and supplements One simple journaling prompt to help you reconnect with your body and break out of the cycle Your stomach isn’t broken, and you’re not the exception to healing. If nothing has worked so far, it’s time to shift your approach. This episode will help you get started. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#22: Symptom Relief vs. True Healing - What’s the Difference?
In this episode, we’re exploring a powerful mindset shift that can completely change your healing journey: understanding the difference between real symptom relief and true healing. If you’ve found yourself constantly chasing supplements, cutting out more foods, or feeling better only to flare again, you’re not alone. But the truth is, managing symptoms isn't the same as healing your body. This episode will help you get out of the cycle and finally move toward long-term, lasting relief. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why symptom relief isn’t the same as true healing How to tell if you’re stuck in “managing mode” vs. actually healing What real healing looks like and how to build toward it How to start building the resilient body you need to feel symptom-free for good You don’t have to spend the rest of your life avoiding symptom flares. This episode will help you shift into a healing mindset that gets you off the hamster wheel—and on the road to feeling well again. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#21: Why Your Stomach Symptoms Keep Coming Back
In this episode, we’re kicking off the Summer of Stomach Healing series with a question that so many people are asking: why do symptoms keep coming back, even when you’re doing all the right things? If you’ve tried the diets, the supplements, and the protocols but still feel stuck in the cycle of flares and temporary relief, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface - and what your body actually needs to start healing for good. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why symptoms return, even when you’ve made smart changes The missing piece that most gut healing plans completely overlook The difference between symptom management and true healing What your body really needs to move out of survival mode The three essential elements for lasting symptom relief and full recovery If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally feel confident in your healing plan, this episode will show you where to start. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#20: My Newest Health Obsession
In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s been quietly running the show behind the scenes of your health: mitochondrial function. If you’ve been feeling tired, stuck in symptom flares, or like your body just isn’t bouncing back the way it should, this episode will open your eyes to one of the most overlooked root causes of poor gut function, low energy, and long-term health struggles. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What mitochondria actually do (it’s not just “the powerhouse of the cell”) How stress, poor sleep, toxins, and gut infections weaken your mitochondria Why mitochondrial dysfunction can lead to reflux, bloating, nausea, and motility issues Five foundational, lifestyle-based ways to support mitochondrial health daily If you’re ready to start feeling better from the ground up, this episode will show you how to shift from symptom suppression to true, cellular-level healing - without needing a pile of new supplements to get started. Follow and Connect with Me: 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#19: Exploring a Natural Alternative to Acid Blockers for Functional Dyspepsia
In this episode, we’re diving into a fascinating research study that compares Omeprazole - a common acid-blocking medication - with a natural alternative you may already have in your supplement cabinet: curcumin. If you’ve ever wanted a science-backed reason to consider alternatives to PPIs, or if you’re managing symptoms like bloating, nausea, or stomach pain and want options beyond prescriptions, this episode will show you what’s possible. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What functional dyspepsia is and why it’s often dismissed with a quick prescription The study design comparing curcumin to Omeprazole, and what the results revealed How to safely consider curcumin as an alternative (including dosage and forms) Why supplements alone aren’t enough - and what else your body needs to truly heal This episode will give you evidence-based hope and a practical next step if you’re exploring more natural routes to healing your stomach. Link to the study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37696679/ Follow and Connect with Me: Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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#18: Why Your Supplements Aren't Resolving Your Stomach Symptoms
In this episode, we’re talking about the supplement trap - and why it might be the very thing keeping you from finally feeling better. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a loop of trying new supplements every time your symptoms flare, this episode will help you break that cycle and finally start healing in a sustainable, lasting way. I’m sharing my own story of taking over 17 supplements a day and spending over $200 a month… with zero actual results. We’ll talk about why this cycle is so easy to fall into, what it really means, and what to do instead. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why managing symptoms with supplements alone doesn’t lead to long-term healing The 4 major problems with using supplements as your primary strategy How to shift from reacting to symptoms to responding with intention Simple mindset and lifestyle shifts that can free you from the supplement cycle This episode is packed with encouragement and practical strategies to help you trust your body again - and stop relying on a supplement cabinet to get through the day. Follow and Connect with Me: Watch the podcast on YouTube: The Gut Healing Ninja Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja Sign up for the free training: theguthealingninja.com/ditch
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Getting wellAgain Podcast is your reliable source for no-nonsense healing strategies to help you reclaim your gut health and find lasting relief from stubborn stomach symptoms and H pylori. Ready to break free from feeling stuck and overwhelmed? This podcast brings you empowering conversations, real-life success stories, and simple, actionable strategies that will help you heal naturally. Join us weekly for friendly, supportive encouragement where you'll feel inspired and empowered to take action so can finally feel like yourself again, from the inside out.
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Jessica Washington, FDN-P
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