Trust your gut...Fill it with tiny heroes!

If you've been alive for the past 5 years, you know you should care about your gut biome...

Sounds gross kinda...

It's also kinda important - like really important!

BUT we can life hack it & do it without even thinking about it.

We'll start with some why & then move onto the how.

Your gut is hosting a party & you're most certainly invited...There's trillions of guests & they're all there to see you. These fun little guys don't just digest your food - they communicate with so many systems within the body, hormones, immune system, mood & your skin!

When these troopers are balanced & happy they work with you & support your body....When they aren't...boy can they cause problems!

Around 70% of your immune system is based in the gut!

About 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut...

There are even special bacteria that breakdown excess estrogen!

So it's safe to say - you want to keep those lodgers in order or face the often subtle but far reaching consequences!

There's a few ways to tell if your gut biome is out of whack:*

*I am not a doctor - if you have any symptoms please consult your doctor.

Digestive clues (bloating, gas, new sensitivities)

Low Energy & Brain Fog

Hormone Issues

Immune issues

Strong Cravings

Now the how...

Let's life-hack a happy gut - we don't need to get weird about it!

Add, don’t restrict - Focus on adding plants instead of cutting foods out.

One fermented thing a day - A spoon of yogurt, kefir, kimchi, or sauerkraut counts.

Chew your food - Boring? Yes. Powerful? Also yes. Digestion starts in the mouth.

Exhale before you eat - One deep breath tells your gut it’s safe to digest.

Manage stress - Your gut feels stress immediately — even before your brain catches up.

Be consistent, not intense - Your gut prefers daily basics over random “resets.”

Avoid:

Constant ultra-processed foods - can invite unwanted guests to our gut-party.

Too much alcohol - can irritate gut lining

Chronic Stress - Stress alters digestion, slows motility & gut bacteria composition.

Overdoing “gut health” products - More isn’t better — better is better.

Poor sleep - Your gut loves routine — especially sleep.

I hope this is helpful & clears up what you can do for the guys in your gut! It's a really simple change that can really give your mind, skin & immune system the boost it needs especially in these winter months, we could all use some glowy skin & a lifted mood!

As always, if nutrition is something you could use a little guidance with or even a full structured meal plan, drop me a message & we can have a quick consultation to see what program you could most benefit from!