Today on GUT TALK, we are joined by Mallory Rowan. She’s a business owner, social media creator, course creator, runs a successful real estate business in Ottawa, Canada with her partner, a business mentor, speaker and wait for it— hit $1M net worth by the age of 29. We are excited to have Mal on the show for 2 reasons--1. Because we don't hear enough women talk about the struggles of overworking and 2. Mal has turned her burnout story into a successful self-made millionaire and has helped tens of thousands of people, while also taking care of her health.

Episode 82 topics include:

• Mal’s burnout: "I built a global, six-figure business and it almost killed me"
• How running the six figure business, being a powerlifter, and putting her eggs in too many baskets caused hair loss, multiple sicknesses and other symptoms
• How her relationship stayed strong through building successful businesses
• Her tips on setting boundaries, and the exact tools she uses to create those boundaries
• Why she quit alcohol and has not had a drink in 2 years--her journey being alcohol free, what made her stop drinking and what life is like without alcohol
• & more!

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Today we are joined by lymph and fascia expert, social media creator, and Lymph Love Club owner, Leah Levitan. This is the first time we are diving into lymphatic health on this podcast, and we are very excited to bring you all the tips and tricks to start and continue supporting your lymphatic system. Lymph health IS anti aging, anti cancer, immune health, reproductive health, gastrointestinal health and therefore is an important part of a healthy body and system. This is an information-packed episode combining science with body work to allow you to start loving your lymph a little more!

We dive into the topics of:

• What is the lymphatic system and how do we "support" our lymph
• Symptoms of "sluggish lymph" and how to address those symptoms
• Why lymphatic drainage can be the secret tool to supporting chronic health conditions like endometriosis, POTS, certain cancers, lymphedema and more
• Additional ways we can support our fascia without using our hands
• Breast health: What clothes/bra we should be wearing, tools to use and exercises to do to make sure we are supporting our breasts
• How to perfect your dry brushing routine
• Travel tips for supporting your lymphatic health to avoid puffiness and fatigue

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Mentioned in the episode: Elastique compression clothes

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Today we are sitting down with actress and model-turned bone broth business owner, Melissa Boloña. She has been through the ringer when it comes to gut and mold issues, and credits bone broth and deep mental and emotional work to help heal her body. Join us as we do a girl talk all about Melissa's journey through healing trauma using medicinal mushrooms, why she believes stored trauma is making us all sick, how her sister introducing her to bone broth completely changed her life, and how mold toxicity gave her a massive road block in her health. Melissa gives the GUT TALK community her real and raw emotions of what it looks like to heal your inner child, battle multiple health issues, and overcome hardship to build a successful business.

Topics include:

• From acting and modeling to becoming a wellness entrepreneur
• Manifesting desires through visualization and taking action
• Melissa's psilocybin journey to go deeper into healing
• Emotions, expectations, and disappointment and how they play a role in digestive health
• Healing through uncovering emotions and trauma
• Mold exposure and its role in the body
• Why bone broth can be a tool in your health journey and how it changed Melissa's health for the better
• What to look for when buying a bone broth
• Turning pain into purpose and talking about Beauty & The Broth, Melissa's bone broth company

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In this episode, Jenna and Jill discuss their recent experiences with vaginal health issues and their frustrations with the traditional medical system. They share their research and findings on natural remedies and supplements that can help with yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis (BV), and other vaginal issues. They emphasize the importance of addressing the root cause of these issues and taking a holistic approach to vaginal health. They also cover the topic of birth control and the misinformation surrounding it. They also call out The Washington Post and their misleading article about how it spreads false narratives about why women are getting off birth control.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why vaginal health issues are taboo, and a candid discussion about them
• Addressing the root cause of vaginal issues and effective tools to treat yeast infections and BV
• Why finding a gynecologist who listens, empathizes, and provides accurate information is crucial for a positive experience
• How combining traditional medicine with naturopathic approaches can lead to better healthcare outcomes
• Why the Washington Post should do better when discussing women's health/birth control
• Why women should be empowered to understand the risks and benefits of birth control and make informed choices based on their individual needs and experiences
• Resources and quotes from top endocrine health doctors

NOTE: Jill stated that 60% of women get off birth control within the first year of taking it, and the number is actually 33-44% (LINKED for reference).

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Today we are joined by Functional Nutritionist and owner of Be Balanced, Micaela Riley. In this episode, we learn about about her health journey and her experience with cortisol issues that ultimately led her to burning out and forcing her to make changes. Through her transformation and expertise, she has been able to help countless women make their own transformations. We discuss the reasons why cortisol issues are prevalent in today's society, including overexercising and lifestyle factors, and highlight the need for a balanced approach to health. This episode is packed with tips and tools to help support your health journey!

Topics in this episode:

• Cortisol, what it is and what does high and low cortisol look like
• Over-exercising and its negative effects on cortisol levels/overall health
• Identifying and addressing imbalanced cortisol levels through personalized testing
• How to improve puffiness, swelling, and other physical symptoms
• Why slowing down, saying no, and not overcommitting are important for reducing stress
• How to find a more balanced approach with yourself and your health
• How the nervous system plays a role in healing, and how practices like red light therapy and cold therapy can be beneficial
• Practical tips for reducing stress to include getting sunshine, practicing relaxation techniques, and finding affordable ways to improve health

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This is one of our top episodes to date! We are introducing Meg Gerber. She's a Functional Gut Health Dietician, Breathwork Teacher and Co-Founder of Jüj Bitters. She is a powerhouse in the functional gut health space and has 10 years of wisdom. She gives the Gut Talk fam so much information on how to start cultivating digestive HEALTH, what practices to be doing, how we should be eating and so much more. She explains everything so well and breaks these topics down in a digestible way!

Topics in this episode:

• Why so many women deal with constipation and how to improve it
• Bloating, why it’s so prevalent today and her favorite tips to decrease it
• What type of testing to do if you deal with gut issues
• Meg's favorite B's: bitters and breathwork
• How to support your body on birth control
• Whether or not you should be consuming raw veggies
• How the nervous system impacts your digestion
• How to know what’s right for you in the health space
• So many other tips and tools

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Jüj bitters: Use code GUTTALK for 10% off

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GUT TALK REBRAND IS HERE! We are starting off a new era of Gut Talk with an episode all about skin. Today we have Cammie, Jill's esthetician who has completely transformed her skin these past 6 months. Cammie comes to us with a unique approach to healing skin, combining topical therapies, internal work and buccal massage. This is a content packed episode today, as we bring to you an hour worth of skincare talk. "Buccal up!" (get it??)

Topics in this episode:

• How to manage your skin when you are currently experiencing acne
• Sunscreen—which type to use
• Her AM and PM skincare routine
• Favorite products, skin care companies and tools to achieve your best skin
• Her expert thoughts on Accutane and Spironolactone
• Why your skin journey is both an internal and external process
• Her thoughts on face massage, lymphatic drainage, gua sha, buccal massage, dermaplaning
• Do celebrity skin care companies sell quality products?!
• & so much more!

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A year ago, we sat down with Dr. Vincent Pedre, "America's Gut Doctor" and board certified medical doctor to discuss all things gut health. Dr. Pedre is the author of Happy Gut and The GutSMART Protocol, which outlines the latest science-based knowledge on the gut, the microbiome, and the way the environment impacts our health.

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• The main causes of bloating and what to do about it
• Leaky gut: What causes it and tips to support it
• The importance of stimulating your Vagus Nerve
• Why regulating your nervous system is the key to digestion
• Low stomach acid: Signs, symptoms & how to increase it
• Breathwork and how that helped heal Dr. Pedre of gut issues
• Fermented foods: Why you should be eating them and how they compare to eating fiber rich foods
• and much more!

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