It's a Jenna solo episode today and she's breaking down the results of her DUTCH hormone test as well as giving you insight into the root cause approach to balancing your hormones.

Topics covered in today's episode include:

• Symptoms of hormonal imbalances
• The 6 root cause approaches to healing your hormones
• What is a DUTCH test & how do you order one
• Who should be getting a DUTCH test done?
• Jenna's hormonal symptoms and why she wanted to get a test done
• The results of Jenna's DUTCH test
• Actions Jenna is taking and changes she is making to her life to improve her hormonal imbalances
• The importance of foundational health when it comes to your hormones

NOTE: When talking about blood glucose numbers in this episode, we are discussing fasting blood glucose levels.

Join us as we give some life updates and share the things that have been working for us (health-wise) these days! Jill is sharing her new beginning and why she feels the best she has physically and mentally in such a long time, and Jenna is sharing her two mindset tips when dealing with a hard situation. We talk about the differences Jill has noticed by taking amino acids and increasing her protein intake, how both of us have finally settled into a healthy mindset with our bodies and health, and our new and improved business ventures.

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Today we are joined by Dr. Ben Lynch, a naturopathic doctor, the President of Seeking Health, author of Dirty Genes, a pioneer in genetic health and an outspoken voice in the functional health community. We're diving deep into the topic of genetic health and as Dr. Lynch says, “The best way you can influence your genes is having the mindset that you are the boss of your genes.” This episode is packed with knowledge about how to be the boss of your own health, and through testimonials, Dr. Lynch shares the importance and power of functional wellness.

Topics on this episode include:

• How/why Dr. Lynch became a naturopathic doctor
• What is epigenetics? And how can we influence our genes?
• The difference between genes that are born dirty and genes that act dirty
• Understanding genetic variations like the MTHFR mutation
• What Dr. Lynch recommends if you are looking to understand your genes better
• The dangers of folic acid in general, but especially on pregnant women and those who are looking to conceive
• What you should look for in a pre-natal
• The culprits of chronic acne and what to do about it
• Seeking Health's new acne product:
• What he means by “common sense stuff isn’t common practice” when it comes to taking care of your health
• & much more!

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Today we are joined by Angelo Keely, the co-founder and CEO of Kion, an active lifestyle, supplement and functional food company, dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions. We first learn about Angelo's upbringing and how his life's hardships led him to creating Kion, followed by diving deep into the world of protein, amino acids, protein muscle synthesis and more. He is the exact person we needed on GUT TALK to answer all of our questions on these topics. (See below for a link to purchase your Kion amnio acids!)

We’re covering a lot on this episode so get ready to learn more about: 

• Why is eating enough protein so important, especially for women? 
• How much protein should we be consuming? And from what sources? 
• Why are amino acids important if you are struggling to put on muscle?
• How do amino acids impact people at different ages differently? 20s, 30s, 40s?
• Why is muscle important for body composition?
• Why are certain protein sources better than others?
• How do amino acids help improve your energy? Why are they a power house for muscle synthesis?
• What about collagen? Should women in their 20s and 30s be taking it? 
• What if you struggle eating the recommended amount of protein?
• What if you’re vegan or vegetarian?
• What’s in Kion Aminos, why is it so good, and how do I take it?

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Jill and Jenna sit down with a dream guest, Dr. Jolene Brighten, a board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, clinical sexologist, and prominent leader in women’s medicine to discuss her book "Is this Normal?" They dive deep into the topics of birth control, women's hormones, PCOS, how to eat to support your cycle, what to do if you have painful periods, sex education and more.

Topics:

• Why gut health is so important for hormone health
• How to stop taking birth control if you want to
• What is PCOS and how to tell if you have it
• Painful periods, period health and transition off birth control
• Prostaglandins and endometriosis
• About Dr. Brighten's new book & why she wrote it
• The shame around feminine genitalia
• A candid conversation around period shame
• Disinformation on fertility awareness
• Mood side effects of the pill
• How the pill can impact your mental health
• The importance of being your own health advocate
• How women’s medicine is changing
• More about Dr. Brighten's book

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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

Find more about Lymph Love Club and check out Leah's lymph health resources HERE

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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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