Hello, I'm Katy Bradbury, a qualified Nutritional Therapist, Private Health Visitor and qualified nurse. I have worked in Women's Health, Maternal and Children's Health for many years.

Today's podcast is titled "The Digestive Series Part 4". In part 4 of this mini-series on digestive health for fertility, I talk about the significance of the large intestine for health and fertility. From its links to the immune system and inflammation to the microbiome, the estrobolome and the importance of poo, a huge amount is covered today, finishing with some really practical tips. 

The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. What works for one person doesn't necessarily work for the next. Please consult a qualified professional if you have any questions concerning the conditions or medications mentioned in this episode. The information I provide in this podcast will be simplified as there are some quite complex issues spoken about, and I may only briefly touch upon things

00:00: Introduction and welcome 02:00: Please leave feedback, stars, review and share my podcast 03:01: Previous episodes recap and today's episode 04:30: I thought this was a fertility podcast! 05:40: Episode 34 – Why checking Hormones is not the First thing I do for Fertility Clients 07:06: To discuss further and work with me, either 1-2-1 or group work 07:44: Large intestine comes after the small intestine and is the road to excretion 10:00: The innate immune system starts in the large intestines 11:52: The microbiome in our large intestine is central to our health 14:10: Our microbiome needs to be diverse 15:27: Episode 18 – The Fire that is Stopping you from Getting Pregnant 16:55: The lawn analogy 22:06: I am going at a fast pace, but please get in touch if you would like more information 22:53: The large intestine wall has fingers 24:20: Issues when the wall breaks down – Leaky gut 25:39: The gut-brain connection – The microbiome and the Vagus nerve 26:00: Episode 51 – The Digestive Series Part 1 26:21: Episode 49 – What is the HP OAT axis, and why is it so important for everyone who's TTC 26:56: The Estrobolome is directly related to fertility 28:29: What do your stools tell you 30:22: We need a good, solid, heavy stool 32:00: Changes in colour 32:33: Signs of unhealthy stool patterns and what causes them 34:54: If you have any signs or symptoms, please consult a professional 35:00: What can we do? 37:11: Interventions available to help our gut health 39:45: Vagal nerve stimulation 41:08: Please get in touch and let me know how you found today's episode Linked mention in the podcast

Episode 34 – Why checking Hormones is not the First thing I do for Fertility Clients Episode 18 – The Fire that is Stopping you from Getting Pregnant Episode 51 – The Digestive Series Part 1 Episode 49 – What is the HP OAT axis, and why is it so important for everyone who's TTC WAYS THAT YOU CAN GET KATY'S HELP:

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Fundamentals for Fertility online course: 12-Week Fundamentals for Fertility Course with Katy Bradbury (evergreen)

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