Can hypnotherapy really alter the physical sensations in your gut? Claire Hall, research lead at Mindset Health, joins Michelle to discuss gut-directed hypnotherapy for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and how their app, Nerva, provides an innovative mangement option that's challenging traditional dietary restrictions and shaping the future of gut health management.

We discuss:

• What is gut-directed hypnotherapy and its distinction from “stage” hypnosis [1:33]
• IBS as a diagnosis of exclusion and its clinical definition using the Rome IV criteria [4:01]
• The biopsychosocial model of IBS, incorporating genetics, psychological factors, and early life experiences. [4:47]
• Comparison of hypnotherapy's effectiveness with other treatments such as the low FODMAP diet [13:22]
• The role of relaxation in managing IBS symptoms through hypnotherapy [15:28]
• The bi-directional relationship between the brain and the gut via the vagus nerve [16:23]
• How Nerva was developed and its focus on clinical trials and retrospective research [33:33]
• Potential expansion of hypnotherapy applications to other GI disorders and chronic pain [40:32]
• Success stories and patient feedback on using Nerva for IBS management. [43:03]
• The role of education in changing the conversation around IBS and its management [46:42]

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Detoxing has become a popular trend for improving health, but is it being done in a way that’s actually effective and not harmful? Leah Levitan, a lymphatic drainage expert whose holistic healing journey began with her mother’s battle with breast cancer, joins Michelle to dispel common misconceptions, explain the role our lymphatic system plays in toxin removal, and underline the importance of movement and nutrition in the detoxification process.

We discuss:

• What the lymphatic system is and how it serves as an accessory to liver and kidney function [7:23]
• What happens to the lymphatic system when detox organs fail [9:06]
• Lymphatic drainage-how it actually works and what is happening in the body [11:00]
• The impact of simple movement on lymphatic drainage and health [14:55]
• The critical importance of supporting detox with nutrients and movement [20:27]
• How the lymphatic system is connected to our nervous system and impacted by thoughts and emotions [27:11]
• Fascia and it’s critical role in the body’s cohesion and flexibility [35:47]
• The function of the lymphatic system in digestion [41:26]
• Is castor oil effective for drainage and detoxification? [49:06]
• Why habit stacking with multiple detox methods may be doing more harm than good [51:43]
• Traditional massage vs lymphatic massage- is there a place for both? [53:33]

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This episode might change everything you thought you knew about ADHD. Dr. Laura Gouge, a licensed naturopathic doctor and nutritionist, joins Michelle to explore a holistic viewpoint on ADHD and treatment, including the RCCX genetic theory which illuminates it’s link to various health conditions and stress responses such as mast cell activation syndrome.

Tune in to hear:

• Rethinking the traditional definition and stereotypes around ADHD [9:22]
• The impact of sensory stimuli and stress on individuals with ADHD [15:28]
• Limitations of conventional allopathic models when it come to ADHD diagnosis and treatment [19:10]
• How understanding the RCCX gene theory may affect the way we approach and treat ADHD [22:19]
• The connection between histamine, mast cell activation syndrome, POTS, dysautonomia and ADHD [25:05]
• The impact of cortisol levels on ADHD [35:27]
• Approaches for addressing ADHD symptoms in children [40:13]
• The relationship between liver health and ADHD symptoms, and how we can support our liver naturally [47:26]
• Effective strategies for introducing new dietary and supplement interventions to minimize adverse reactions [49:03]
• Should you cut out coffee if you’re experiencing ADHD symptom? [55:24]
• Why certain minerals are pivotal in managing ADHD and how to address possible deficiencies [1:02:45]

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