Gut Health 101: Bloating, Heartburn, Constipation & Where to Start

About this episode

This episode explores the importance of gut health, common digestive issues, and practical steps to improve digestion.

In this episode, we’re diving into gut health - why it matters, what your symptoms might be telling you and where to actually start if your digestion feels off. We cover: Why gut health is so important for overall health Common signs of digestive dysfunction What can cause gut imbalances in the first place The role of stomach acid and digestive enzymes Why heartburn doesn’t always mean “too much acid” What bloating, constipation, and irregular bowel movements can tell us The gut-brain connection and why stress can affect digestion Leaky gut, inflammation, and microbiome support How fiber can help — and when it can make symptoms worse Food intolerances vs. deeper digestive issues Common diets used for gut support, including when they may or may not be helpful When to consider testing, like SIBO, H. pylori, stool testing, or functional gut testing

People in this episode

Host: Mia Harris

Topics covered

• gut health
• digestive dysfunction
• symptoms
• gut-brain connection
• food intolerances
• testing

Keywords

• gut health
• bloating
• heartburn
• constipation
• digestive enzymes
• leaky gut
• microbiome
• fiber
• SIBO
• H. pylori

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