Adrenal function is vital to gut health because they produce cortisol. And cortisol helps balance inflammation and stabilize blood sugar. Because cortisol is a stress hormone, it gets depleted when …
Why minerals are important for gut health
The relationship between minerals and gut health is not always apparent. I’ve learned from personal experience and years of coaching clients that the function of the gut depends on how …
Foods that boost minerals
There are 4 vital minerals, called primary minerals, that form the backbone of a healthy metabolism, mitochondria, adrenals, thyroid, blood sugar balance and nervous system. They are calcium, magnesium. sodium …
Homemade mineral water recipe
Spaghetti squash is a low FODMAP, low carb, safe-fiber veggies. It’s available year round in most of the U.S. but it’s in season during the fall. It’s versatile veggie that …
How to heal the gut with low fiber elimination diets
Conventional health and nutrition advice says eat more fiber for a healthy and regulated gut. That advice is aimed towards people with average health, who want to improve their gut …
Avoid mistakes with magnesium supplements
Magnesium is an amazing mineral when taken correctly. Many people use magnesium to move stubborn bowels or tame anxiety. Magnesium is one of the most supplemented minerals. We’re told our …
Mineral connection to stomach acid
One of the most common root causes of digestive systems is low stomach acid. Low stomach acid can lead to bacterial, parasitic and fungal overgrowth in the large and small …
The most common root cause of IBS
Can IBS or severe digestive distress be caused by repressed emotions? Not the case for everyone, but for many people, yes! When doctors say IBS is in your head, they’re …
Minerals and IBS
The GI Map and SIBO test has been a great tool for finding the root cause of digestive issues that are “not in your head”. The GI Map stool test …
How to get & stay IBS free for 20 years
This month marks 20 years free of IBS symptoms for me. I suffered for 6 years, tried multiple treatments with no success and got little help from my doctors. Their …