If your gut had a spokesperson it would 100% be my incredible guest today! In this episode, we're deep diving into the world of gut health with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a board-certified gastroenterologist, leading expert on the microbiome, and author of The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. He shares his valuable insights on why caring for your gut is so important for your overall well-being.

We talk about all things related to poop and gut health, from how it affects your immune system and mood to the best and worst practices. Dr. Bulsiewicz also gives you practical advice on making small changes to your diet that lead to massive results. Your relationship with your gut is so crucial for thriving, and Dr. Bulsiewicz is here to inspire and empower you to nurture it!

WE DISCUSS:

- (7:27) Everything that’s possible when you have a healthy relationship with your gut

- (13:59) Advice for being empowered to talk to close-minded doctors

- (15:55) The best practices for your gut and how to navigate the produce aisle

- (25:03) The worst practices for your gut and the truth about alcohol

- (31:45) Why the gut microbiome is an ecosystem that you need to nurture

- (36:45) The supplements you should be taking for your gut

- (40:43) The importance of looking at your poop

- (48:34) How your emotion state relates to your gut

- (54:29) Tips for starting to pay attention to your gut

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It's so incredibly easy to fixate on our flaws and imperfections. We have thousands of thoughts every single day, so it's no wonder many are self-judgements. But these negative thoughts can be mentally and physically draining, and they truly limit your potential. So – what if you made a conscious effort to focus on everything that's right with you, because my friend, there is so so much.

Today, I encourage you to celebrate all of the magic already inside you. I share my strategies and tips for guiding your negativity bias, self-criticism, and limiting thoughts to be more kind, productive, and mindful of your well-being. It's time for you to lean more on love.

WE DISCUSS:

- (2:28) How negative self judgements impact your physical health

- (5:53) The benefits of focusing on what’s right with you

- (9:22) A personal story of when I learned to believe in myself and the magic that’s already inside of me

- (21:18) What does success look like for you?

- (23:12) Advice for guiding your negativity bias and limiting thoughts to be productive and kind

- (28:42) Strategies for raising your standards for how you treat you and leaning on love

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When I was diagnosed with cancer nearly two decades ago, I turned to a plant-based diet to take some control of my health, and I haven't looked back. In this episode, I chat with the incredible Carleigh Bodrug, a New York Times bestselling author and a huge plant-based and food waste reduction social media creator. Carleigh is known for her "Plant You" platform, which empowers her audience to get creative and cook meals using ingredients they already have at home!

In our conversation, Carleigh highlights her nonjudgmental approach to promoting sustainability in the kitchen. She shares her practical tips for reusing food scraps, explains the benefits of having a diverse range of plants in your diet, and shares her advice for building a strong online following. We also touch on Carleigh's latest book, "Scrappy Cooking," and why she wants you to have a healthy body that will help you live life to the fullest.

WE DISCUSS:

- (5:06) What initially inspired Carleigh to go plant-based

- (13:46) The reality of food waste and why it matters

- (18:27) How Carleigh’s recipes utilize leftover ingredients and encourage you to be creative with the scraps

- (25:51) Clever ways to reuse scraps like coffee grounds, chickpea water, onion skins, banana peels & more!

- (34:55) Tips for eating a diverse range of fruits and vegetable

- (41:50) Advice for building your social media platform and making an impact online

- (48:27) Navigating criticism and negative reviews as a creator

- (52:56) The intersection of holistic wellness and living with grief

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