The Living Life Well Show

Who is running the show—your Gut or your Brain? A Functional Medicine MD explains the connection between Leaky Gut, the Vagus Nerve, and symptoms like anxiety, depression, and brain fog. Learn how improving resilience and practicing gratitude can heal your gut biome.   This episode dives deep into the Gut-Brain Axis and the reciprocal Brain-Gut Axis, proving that mental and gut health are inextricably linked. Dr. Skelton discusses the scientific reality behind the mind-body connection, showing how a disordered gut biome leads to chronic inflammation and crosses the blood-brain barrier. Learn: How 80–90% of your serotonin is made in the gut and why dysbiosis causes mood disorders.   The critical role of the Vagus Nerve and probiotics (like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria) in promoting parasympathetic tone (peace and calm). How Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) from leaky gut activate the HPA Axis (stress response) and increase cortisol.   Biblical and scientific proof: Studies show that practicing gratitude and resilience improves gut health (lowering inflammation and strengthening the gut barrier) without dietary intervention.   Action Item: Dr. Skelton suggests implementing these lifestyle changes for 60 days to see significant improvement. Ready to commit to a lifestyle transformation? Learn more about the 40-Day and 90-Day Living Life Well courses by visiting livelifewellclinic.com. Don't Forget! Please Follow the show on Spotify or Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us spread the truth! This is a fantastic episode choice as it addresses a high-interest topic in both functional and conventional medicine. The key SEO opportunity here is to merge the highly searchable terms like "Vagus Nerve," "Serotonin," and "Brain Fog" with the specific lifestyle solutions (e.g., "Gratitude"). Here is the SEO optimization for Episode 63 of The Living Life Well Show:   1. SEO-Optimized Episode Title   Optimal Title (Max 60 characters for best visibility): Gut Brain Axis: Anxiety, Brain Fog & Serotonin (MD Guide) Why this works: Front-Loaded Keyword: "Gut Brain Axis" is the core, high-volume search term. Problem/Symptom Focus: "Anxiety, Brain Fog" captures high-intent searchers looking for solutions to specific symptoms. Scientific Hook: "Serotonin" is the key neurotransmitter the audience will be looking for. Niche Authority: "(MD Guide)" establishes your medical credibility.   2. High-Converting Episode Description   I've structured this description to prioritize keywords in the search hook and use the body to link your biblical, scientific, and course content.   The Search Hook (First 2-3 Sentences)   Who is running the show—your Gut or your Brain? A Functional Medicine MD explains the connection between Leaky Gut, the Vagus Nerve, and symptoms like anxiety, depression, and brain fog. Learn how improving resilience and practicing gratitude can heal your gut biome.   The Body (Long-Tail Keywords & Course Promotion)   This episode dives deep into the Gut-Brain Axis and the reciprocal Brain-Gut Axis, proving that mental and gut health are inextricably linked. Dr. Skelton discusses the scientific reality behind the mind-body connection, showing how a disordered gut biome leads to chronic inflammation and crosses the blood-brain barrier. Learn: How 80–90% of your serotonin is made in the gut and why dysbiosis causes mood disorders.1      The critical role of the Vagus Nerve and probiotics (like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria) in promoting parasympathetic tone (peace and calm). How Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) from leaky gut activate the HPA Axis (stress response) and increase cortisol.2      Biblical and scientific proof: Studies show that practicing gratitude and resilience improves gut health (lowering inflammation and strengthening the gut barrier) without dietary intervention.3      Action Item: Dr. Skelton suggests implementing these lifestyle changes for 60 days to see significant improvement. Ready to commit to a lifestyle transformation? Learn more about the 40-Day and 90-Day Living Life Well courses by visiting livelifewellclinic.com. Don't Forget! Please Follow the show on Spotify or Subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us spread the truth!    02:05) The Gut-Brain Axis: Vagus Nerve, Immune System, and Bacterial Metabolites | (03:15) | The 3 Probiotic Strains recommended for Vagus Nerve stimulation | | (03:40) | How Dysbiotic Gut causes Leaky Gut and releases inflammatory Cytokines | | (04:55) | The HPA Axis and chronic inflammation: How gut issues affect cortisol and sleep | | (06:05) | Serotonin Production: Why 80–90% is made in the gut (and the impact of Dysbiosis) | | (07:45) | Inflammation and the Blood-Brain Barrier: The root cause of Brain Fog | | (09:30) | H. Pylori, Strep, and Parasites: The most common overgrowth infections seen by an MD | | (10:15) | The Brain-Gut Axis: How Gratitude and Resilience literally decrease inflammation | | (11:55) | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and how it physically improves the Gut Biome | | (14:00) | The 3 Steps to a Clean Diet: Whole Foods, Prebiotics, and Quality Probiotics | | (15:55) | Shifting your thinking: How Gratitude balances Dopamine, Serotonin, and GABA | | (17:45) | When to Test the Gut: How to take a comprehensive look beyond infection |

In this episode of The Living Life Well Show, Dr. Jon Skelton discusses the concept of plateaus and how they affect various areas of life, especially health. He provides practical advice on reassessing goals, tracking progress, and introducing new information to overcome these plateaus. Dr. Skelton also invites listeners to a headache workshop at the Live Life Well Clinic and emphasizes the importance of consistency and professional help in achieving significant health goals.  00:00 Introduction to The Living Life Well Show  00:37 Upcoming Headache Workshop Announcement  01:18 Understanding and Overcoming Health Plateaus  04:10 Reassessing and Redefining Goals  05:46 Consistency and Tracking Progress  08:58 Changing Routines and Seeking New Information  11:45 Comprehensive Evaluation and Professional Help  13:05 Conclusion and Contact Information Free from Headaches Seminar Signup Link

Living Life Well Show: Post-Input Detox and Renewal Strategies In this episode of the Living Life Well Show, Dr. Jon Skelton discusses the next steps following an 'Input Detox.' This episode covers how to effectively use the time freed up by the detox, enhance personal relationships, and improve dietary habits based on biblical principles and common-sense applications. Dr. Skelton emphasizes the importance of maintaining margin and gratitude in one's life, encouraging listeners to incorporate positive activities such as quiet time, service, and spending more time in nature. Practical tips include optimizing time, improving relationships, upgrading food choices, and enjoying God's creation. The episode concludes with a reminder to revisit the previous Input Detox episode for foundational insights. 00:00 Introduction to Living Life Well 00:30 Recap and Audience Engagement 01:33 Post-Detox: What Comes Next? 03:16 Maximizing Your Time 06:22 Enhancing Relationships 08:47 Healthy Eating Habits 11:21 Embracing the Outdoors 13:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Functional Dentistry & Sleep with Dr. Beard Part 1: Welcome to the Living Life Well show! Join Dr. Jon Skelton as he speaks with Dr. Beard, a Functional dentist and sleep medicine provider. In this episode, they cover Dr. Beard's journey into functional dentistry, the importance of proper oral health for overall wellness, the significance of breathing through the nose, and the dangers of mercury amalgam fillings. They also discuss the critical role of jaw development and early orthodontic intervention in children for preventing sleep disorders, highlighting the importance of early dental visits. Stay tuned for the next episode where they delve into managing sleep apnea. Visit livelifewellclinic.com for more information. 00:00 Introduction to Living Life 00:28 Meet Dr. Beard: Functional Dentist and Sleep Medicine Provider 01:05 The Importance of Functional Dentistry 02:14 Oral Health and Gut Health Connection 05:00 Mercury Fillings: Risks and Removal 10:27 Breathing and Sleep: The Role of Dentistry 11:14 Children's Sleep and Jaw Development 17:12 Interventional Orthodontics and Sleep Solutions 20:36 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

A New Episode Just Dropped and we wanted you to be the First to Know!! In this episode Dr Skelton gets the chance to speak with Roy and Sandi Turner and how with a little education and direction Sandi went from a life on the couch to boundless energy and Roy went from two heart attacks and yoyo dieting to being able to develop a lifestyle that works to keep the weight off. Both are now living lives of renewed vitality, abundance, and purpose. If you are interested in getting this same information for yourself visit us on social media or email us at admin@livelifewellclinic.com

In this episode Dr Skelton discusses two popular forms of weight loss and how each can be tweaked to preserve muscle mass. He also discusses his 40 Days to Begin Living Life Well and how this can help regardless of your preferred method.  If you are interested in learning more go to https://livelifewellclinic.com/