So, picture this: I'm a mom with my hands full, right? And here I am trying to figure out how to keep my family healthy in a world where what you eat is like a big ol' billboard about your lifestyle. I wasn't just looking to feed us; I wanted to make sure we were getting all the good stuff our bodies were missing out on.
I got super curious about this whole gut health thing. Turns out, the secret sauce to feeling awesome is all about this tiny world inside our tummies. Who knew? I started geeking out over nutrition science and made some changes at home, like piling on the veggies and adding some supplements that are like a spa day for your gut.
And let me tell you, the change was like night and day! I was sleeping like a baby, my brain fog cleared up, and I had this steady energy that kept me going all day long. It was like I found this hidden switch that turned me into the Energizer Bunny.
I got so pumped about all this that I just had to spread the word. I'm all about teaching folks how to get their gut and hormones in sync and ditch those emotional rollercoasters. My goal? To be your guide to feeling amazing, showing you that with a little know-how and the right tools, you can totally transform your health.
I've realized our bodies are these amazing things that can heal and thrive if we treat them right. And I'm here, coffee in hand, ready to share everything I've learned and cheer you on as you start your own health journey. Let's do this together and turn our lives around from the inside out!
• Digesting and absorbing nutrients
• Supporting the immune system
• Protecting the body from ingested pathogens
• Synthesizing vitamins, or creating certain needed vitamins from foods
• Excreting waste products.
• Frequent stomach upset
• Intolerance of certain foods
• Intense cravings
• Unintended weight fluctuations
• Skin irritations or autoimmune disorders
• Migraines or frequent headaches
• Difficulty sleeping or excessive fatigue
• Irritability or other mood changes
• Changes in bathroom habits
• Recent antibiotic use
The gut is responsible not only for digestion, but also for assisting functions such as hormone regulation and immune system activity. Over 70% of immune cells are found in the gastrointestinal tract.
Sleep disturbances, increased fatigue, skin irritation, food intolerances, and unintentional weight changes can all be linked to an unhealthy gut.