Gutsy Health | Nutrition and Medicine

In this powerful episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique speaks with Stacie Webster, a Gutsy Health Academy member, about her journey from burnout and chronic illness to deep healing.

After years of being gaslit by doctors, living in constant fight-or-flight, and pushing through perfectionism, Stacie found herself physically depleted and emotionally disconnected. Her story shows how trauma, emotional stress, and toxic environments can drive illness—and how self-awareness, support, and the right healing roadmap can create transformation.

If you’ve struggled with adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalance, unexplained symptoms, or feeling dismissed by traditional healthcare, this conversation will resonate. Stacie’s story is one of resilience, awakening, and returning to the body with compassion.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The connection between trauma, perfectionism, and chronic illness
• Why healing isn’t about “fighting” but about surrender and softening
• The importance of healing in the right order—starting with mindset
• What it’s like to feel truly seen and heard by a practitioner
• The role of the Gutsy Health Academy in supporting emotional and physical healing
• How detoxing mold and radiation exposure shifted Stacie’s health
• The decision to explant breast implants and reclaim her body
• Why boundaries and removing toxic relationships are part of healing

Key Timestamps:
03:20 – Childhood trauma, body image pressure, and perfectionism
06:15 – The accident that triggered a health crisis
09:00 – Being dismissed by doctors and reaching a breaking point
11:45 – The first appointment where she finally felt seen
13:10 – Joining the Gutsy Academy and reconnecting with her body
22:30 – Healing through detox, lifestyle changes, and stem cell therapy
27:40 – Discovering hidden mold and radiation through hair analysis
35:00 – The impact of breast implants on the immune system
40:00 – Setting boundaries and releasing toxic relationships
51:00 – Final reflections: healing starts with slowing down and listening to your body

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Free Stem Cell Class
• Free Immune Class
• Root Cause Quiz
• Learn more about the Gutsy Health Academy

Closing:
Stacie’s story is proof that even when traditional medicine dismisses your symptoms, healing is possible with the right tools, community, and support. If you’ve been searching for answers to chronic illness, adrenal fatigue, or hormone imbalance, the Gutsy Health Academy provides the step-by-step roadmap to guide your healing journey.

Join today and take the next step toward resilience, balance, and freedom in your health.

🔗 Gutsy Health Academy

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Guest: Dr. Brian Rodgers, DO | CIRS & Hormone Specialist at Provo Health

In this episode, Juanique sits down with Dr. Brian Rodgers, a board-certified expert in Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS). They unpack why this condition is often misdiagnosed and how it can be the root cause of persistent health issues like mold toxicity, histamine intolerance, mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic fatigue, and gut disorders. If you've tried every gut-healing protocol with little success, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next.

What You’ll Learn:

• What is CIRS? Why it affects 20-25% of people and why standard treatments fail
• Mold, Lyme, and Long COVID as major CIRS triggers
• Common symptoms of CIRS, including brain fog, chronic infections, weight gain, and gut issues that don’t improve with conventional treatment
• Why gut healing protocols fail for CIRS patients and what actually works
• The Shoemaker Protocol’s 12-step approach to reversing CIRS
• The connection between PTSD and CIRS—how chronic inflammation may trigger emotional dysregulation
• Functional medicine strategies to improve mitochondrial function, immune health, and hormone balance

Key Timestamps:

[03:36] What is CIRS and why it’s underdiagnosed
[14:27] Symptoms that indicate you may have CIRS
[24:11] Why traditional gut-healing protocols don’t work for CIRS
[37:35] The link between PTSD and chronic inflammation

Resources & Next Steps:

• Book a consult with Dr. Brian Rodgers at Provo Health: provohealth.com
• Call Provo Health: 801-691-1765
• Learn more about the Shoemaker Protocol: survivingmold.com

If you're stuck in a cycle of chronic illness with no clear answers, this episode is for you! 

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In this episode of The Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique sits down with Sarah McDonald, who shares her incredible journey of healing from Crohn’s disease using ozone therapy, gut healing strategies, and emotional trauma work.

Sarah went from being bedridden and reliant on medication to thriving by following a natural healing approach. She shares the key steps she took to heal her gut, reduce inflammation, and regain her energy—without conventional pharmaceuticals.

If you’re struggling with autoimmune disease, digestive issues, or unexplained chronic symptoms, this episode is packed with actionable insights you can apply to your own healing journey.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways

[00:28] - Sarah’s Healing Story
Sarah’s health spiraled after a Crohn’s diagnosis, leading her to explore natural healing when conventional medicine failed.

[05:46] - Why Mindset is the First Step to Healing
How meditation, belief work, and subconscious reprogramming played a major role in her recovery.

[10:04] - How Ozone Therapy Transformed Sarah’s Gut Health
How ozone reduces inflammation, fights infections, and helps the gut repair itself.

 [18:47] - The Healing Protocol She Used
Ozone water, enemas, dietary shifts, and targeted supplements that helped her recover.

[30:38] - The Role of Trauma in Autoimmune Disease
Why unprocessed emotional trauma can lead to inflammation and chronic illness—and how to address it.

[45:00] - Sarah’s Advice for Anyone on a Healing Journey
The biggest mistakes people make when trying to heal and how to create a sustainable health plan.

Resources & Links

Join the Digestion Restoration Course: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/gutsydigestioncourse

Learn More About Ozone Therapy: https://provohealth.com/
Recommended Reading: Rewired by Dr. Joe Dispenza

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In this episode, Juanique and Gina break down the third step in the order of healing: gut health. If you have ever wondered why digestion is crucial to overall wellness—or why you still struggle with bloating, food sensitivities, or sluggish digestion—this episode is for you.

We explore how mindset, mitochondria, and gut health work together to optimize the body's healing potential and why fixing the gut is essential for long-term health. The conversation also highlights how gut issues manifest in unexpected ways, from brain fog to skin conditions, and offers practical steps to reset digestion today.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways

[00:00] – Introduction to the Episode

• How digestion fits into the order of healing.
• Why gut health impacts energy, immune function, and mental clarity.

[03:25] – The Mindset-Gut Connection

• The nervous system alternates between fight-or-flight (sympathetic) and rest-and-digest (parasympathetic) modes.
• The power of three slow breaths before meals to improve digestion.

[08:46] – Signs Your Digestion is Struggling

• Common symptoms: bloating, gas, acid reflux, and constipation.
• Uncommon gut symptoms: eczema, brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue.

[15:07] – The Role of Mitochondria in Gut Health

• Mitochondria power cell regeneration, which is essential for a strong gut lining.
• Poor mitochondrial function leads to nutrient absorption issues.

[20:23] – The Liver-Gut Detox Connection

• A sluggish gut makes detoxing harder.
• Gut imbalances can make liver detox protocols backfire.

[29:25] – Hormones, Gut Health, and Stress

• The gut regulates hormones like cortisol and estrogen.
• A sluggish gut contributes to increased stress and hormone imbalances.

[46:24] – The Power of Gut Healing and Long-Term Success

• Healing takes time, but small daily habits create significant changes.
• How one client at Provo Health completely transformed her health by following these steps.

Resources & Links

• Take the Root Cause Quiz to assess gut health: https://www.jotform.com/form/243434742405453
• Learn more about the Gutsy Health Academy Membership: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/gutsyacademy

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What if your chronic illness wasn’t just a condition you had to “live with,” but a message from your body asking for help? In this powerful episode, Juanique sits down with Katie to unpack the root causes of chronic illness, the healing mindset shift, and practical steps for full-body restoration.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, exhausted, or dismissed by conventional medicine, this conversation will help you reconnect with your body, take back control, and finally start healing.

Listen now to learn:

✔️ The most overlooked causes of chronic illness
✔️ Why gut health and inflammation are at the core of most diseases
✔️ The role of mindset, trauma, and nervous system regulation in healing
✔️ How to use nutrition, detox, and regenerative therapies to support recovery
✔️ The biggest mistakes people make when trying to heal

Timestamps & Key Topics

[00:29] - Welcome to the Gutsy Health Podcast! Juanique introduces the theme of healing from the inside out.

[02:30] - Katie’s Healing Journey: From Hashimoto’s, ulcerative colitis, PCOS, and infertility to vibrancy and health.

[08:20] - Mitochondria and Immune Dysfunction: Why poor mitochondrial function leads to autoimmune diseases, chronic inflammation, and hormone imbalances.

[12:07] - Environmental Toxins and Heavy Metals: The hidden impact of pesticides, glyphosate, and lead exposure on mitochondrial health.

[17:15] - Mindset and Trauma in Healing: The connection between stress, trauma, and chronic illness.

[25:54] - Ozone Therapy & Hyperbaric Oxygen: Why oxygenation and detoxification are critical for mitochondrial repair.

[33:39] - The Power of Cellular Detox: How binders, drainage support, and deep detoxification protocols can accelerate healing.

[43:16] - Hair Analysis & F-Scan Testing: How to get data-driven insights into your health with Provo Health’s advanced testing.

[53:15] - Rethinking Healthcare: Why we need a functional, mitochondrial-focused approach to health rather than symptom management.

[1:06:23] - Call to Action: How to work with Katie and Jeanique to start your healing journey today.

Resources Mentioned

📌 Provo Health Clinic – Book a consult with Katie: Call 801-691-1765
📌 Join Juanique’s 9-Month Healing Program – Sign up for monthly coaching
📌 Cellular Detox Protocols (Cellcore & StemRegen) –stemregen.co/gutsymom
📌 Free Masterclass on Stem Cells – Watch now
📌 Follow the podcast on Instagram – @gutsyhealthpodcast

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In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique Grover shares her transformative experience with stem cell therapy and welcomes Mike McNeil to discuss the incredible healing potential of stem cells. Juanique reflects on her health journey and the life-changing impact stem cells have had on her recovery. Mike dives deep into the science of stem cell activation and how it can restore health, vitality, and energy in ways traditional treatments cannot. Together, they discuss innovative therapies, the synergy between science and spirituality, and how stem cell therapy is changing lives.

Timestamps:

• [03:15] – Juanique’s stem cell journey and dramatic recovery from chronic illness.
• [10:50] – Mike’s personal healing story and the origins of his passion for stem cells.
• [30:40] – How StemRegen works and why it’s a game-changer for chronic illness.
• [45:25] – Real-life success stories of StemRegen users and the science behind its effects.
• [58:00] – How to integrate stem cells with other healing therapies for accelerated results.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Juanique’s journey with stem cell therapy and how it helped restore her health.
• The role of stem cells in healing and regeneration at the cellular level.
• How StemRegen boosts the body’s circulating stem cells naturally.
• Combining therapies like red light, hyperbaric oxygen, and ozone with stem cells for faster healing.
• Why giving your body time to heal is essential for long-term success.

Want to Learn More About Stem Cells?
Watch our free class to explore how stem cells can transform your health. Visit: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/stemcelltherapy.

Support Your Immune System!
Join our free Immune Support Class to learn how to boost your immunity and reduce the burden of co-infections and toxins. Visit: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/immuneclass.

Resources Mentioned:

• StemRegen: Boosts circulating stem cells naturally. Use code GUTSYMOM for 15% off your first order.
• Follow Mike McNeil on Instagram for more educational content on healing and stem cell therapy.

Connect with Us:

• Visit MyGutsyHealth.com for free classes, guides, and more resources.
• Follow Juanique on Instagram: @gutsy_mom
• Sign up for upcoming live and on-demand classes on healing protocols and stem cell science.

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In this compelling episode, we delve into the critical role of mitochondria—our cells’ power generators—and uncover how various pathogens and environmental toxins compromise their function, leading to widespread health issues. Joined by Dr. Drew Kidder, we explore the intricate relationship between mitochondrial health and chronic diseases, emphasizing the importance of detoxification and immune support.

Key Discussion Points:

•The Mitochondria-Inflammation Connection: Understanding how mold, chemicals, toxins, parasites, viruses, and bacteria create a breeding ground for inflammation that directly damages mitochondria.

•Consequences of Mitochondrial Damage: Exploring how impaired mitochondria lead to weakened immune responses, inefficient cellular detoxification, and suboptimal cell division, setting the stage for chronic illness.

•Unburdening the Body: Strategies to alleviate the load on your body by addressing and eliminating factors that harm mitochondrial function.

•Signs of Mitochondrial Dysfunction: Identifying symptoms that indicate compromised mitochondrial health.

•Adaptive Mechanisms of Mitochondria: How mitochondria respond to stress and the repercussions when these adaptive mechanisms fail.

•Restoration Strategies: Key nutrients, lifestyle changes, and therapies such as ozone therapy, exercise, and sauna use to rejuvenate and multiply healthy mitochondria.

If you’ve been grappling with fatigue, chronic illness, or prolonged healing, this episode offers valuable insights into the foundational role of mitochondria in health and disease.

Timestamps & Key Topics:

1:10 – Introduction to Dr. Drew Kidder

1:40– Mitochondria: The Unsung Heroes of Healing

2:15– Indicators of Mitochondrial Dysfunction

4:30– The Central Role of Mitochondria in Health

6:00– Fascinating Facts About Mitochondria

8:45– Comparing Healthy and Unhealthy Mitochondria

9:20 – Factors That Damage Mitochondria

11:15– Mitochondrial Adaptation to Stress

12:30– The Cascade of Damage from Stressed Mitochondria

13:30– Initiating Healing at the Cellular Level

14:50– Chronic Illness and Prolonged Mitochondrial Stress

16:25– Revolutionizing Health Through Mitochondrial Support

18:00 – Stress Reduction and Mitochondrial Function

20:30– Three Steps to Mitochondrial Health:

•Protection with Essential Nutrients

•Enhancing Mitochondrial Efficiency

•Promoting Mitochondrial Biogenesis

26:00– The Debate: Fortified Foods and Synthetic Supplements vs. Whole Foods

30:30– Experiences During the Healing Process

36:40– Hormesis: Beneficial Stress for Mitochondrial Resilience

40:00– Ozone Therapy’s Role in Mitochondrial Support

41:45– Diet and Lifestyle Habits to Foster Mitochondrial Replication

43:50– Exercise and Its Impact on Mitochondrial Health

44:50– Enhancing Mitochondrial Function Through Sauna Use

45:30– The Importance of Gentle, Gradual Healing

50:18– Assessing Your Need for Mitochondrial Focus: The Root Cause Quiz

55:20– Interpreting Your Test Results

Resources Mentioned:

•Take the Root Cause Quiz → https://form.jotform.com/243434742405453

•Gutsy Academy Waitlist → https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/academywaitlist

•Follow @gutsy_mom on Instagram → @gutsy_mom

Join my upcoming free classes!

Stem Cell Therapy Class:https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/stemcelltherapy

How to Heal & Support Your Immune System: https://www.mygutsyhealth.com/immuneclass

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In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, we explore why mitochondria are Step 2 in the Order of Healing and why they are the true MVPs of health and recovery.

If you want a healthy body, balanced hormones, strong immune function, and faster healing, you must prioritize mitochondrial health—because almost all disease begins at the mitochondrial level.

Mitochondria are more than just energy producers. They are intelligent, adaptable, and essential for life. They can merge, share DNA, and adjust to stress, proving that without healthy mitochondria, healing simply cannot happen.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Signs and symptoms of poor mitochondrial health
• How mitochondria adapt under stress—and what happens when they fail
• Nutrients and lifestyle changes to restore and multiply mitochondria
• How ozone therapy, exercise, and saunas support mitochondrial function
• Why slow, gentle healing is the key to long-term recovery

If you’ve struggled with fatigue, chronic illness, or slow healing, this episode is a must-listen.

Key Timestamps:
1:40 – Why mitochondria are the real MVPs of healing
2:15 – Signs of poor mitochondrial health
14:50 – How chronic illness results from stressed mitochondria
20:30 – The three steps to healthy mitochondria
40:00 – How ozone therapy supports mitochondrial function
43:50 – Exercise and sauna benefits for mitochondria
45:30 – Why healing must be slow and gentle
50:18 – Take the Root Cause Quiz to assess mitochondrial health

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Take the Root Cause Quiz 
• The Gutsy Academy
• Follow @gutsy_mom on Instagram

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In this deeply inspiring episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, we sit down with Amanda Dobrzelewski to hear her powerful journey from chronic illness to motherhood and empowerment.

Amanda opens up about the years she spent struggling with unexplained health issues, navigating the frustrations of the medical system, and battling the emotional toll of feeling unheard and misunderstood. She shares the reality of medical gaslighting and systemic failures that left her searching for answers—and how those painful experiences pushed her to become her own health advocate.

Through her time in the Gutsy Academy and years of dedicated research, Amanda discovered the knowledge and tools she needed to reclaim her health. Her story is a testament to resilience, the importance of self-advocacy, and the healing potential of addressing not only the body but also trauma and emotional health.

Amanda’s journey shows how the mind-body connection, the nervous system, and the willingness to slow down and listen within can become the turning points in a healing process.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to advocate for yourself when the medical system dismisses your symptoms
• Why emotional healing and addressing trauma are essential for physical recovery
• The role of the mind-body connection in unlocking natural healing potential
• How slowing down and trusting your intuition can accelerate health progress
• How the Gutsy Academy provided Amanda with a step-by-step roadmap to healing

Timestamps:
1:12 – Welcome back
3:50 – Amanda’s health journey begins
9:00 – What Amanda believes made her so sick
11:00 – The impact of being a people-pleaser
12:30 – Other healing courses Amanda tried
13:30 – Why no course helped her progress
14:15 – Amanda’s pregnancy complications
15:00 – Developing POTS during pregnancy
18:00 – Losing safety and trust in her body
18:55 – Amanda’s baby’s health struggles
23:00 – How doctors gaslit and blamed Amanda, and when CPS was called
25:30 – Discovering her son’s rare genetic condition
29:10 – Living in constant fight-or-flight and disconnecting from her body
33:07 – The turning point: how Amanda starts to heal
33:54 – Why the nervous system clings to familiarity
37:15 – “Will the you a year from now wish you had started today?”
38:38 – Amanda’s biggest lessons about healing
40:27 – Key takeaway from the Mind Body Souls course in the Academy
43:00 – Subconscious stories: how being told she was a liar as a child shaped her life

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Gutsy Health Academy – Start your healing journey with the tools, structure, and guidance you need.

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Did you know that breath informs the nervous system's response to stress?

In this powerful episode, Juanique sits down with breathwork expert and physiotherapist Campbell Will to uncover how your breath holds the key to healing your nervous system and transforming your health. 

Here’s the thing: your breathing patterns aren’t just about oxygen—they’re directly tied to your mindset and how you show up for your healing journey. When you understand and optimize your breath, you’re literally retraining your nervous system to feel safe, calm, and resilient.

They dive into:

•How dysfunctional breathing impacts your mental and physical health.

•Campbell’s ACO Framework (Awareness, Control, Optimization) to help you take back control of your body and mind.

•Gentle practices like sighing and intentional breathing to shift you from stress to calm.

•Why mindset and breath go hand in hand as the first step in healing.

Healing starts in the mind, and breathwork is a powerful tool to help you rewire your thoughts, emotions, and nervous system. By calming your body, you open the door to deeper healing in every area of your life.

Listen now to discover how mastering your breath can set the foundation for your self-healing journey.

Take a deep breath, hit play, and let me know—how is your mindset impacting your healing? 

1:08: intro Campbell Will and the podcast topic and how breath is the course work for the nervous system

3:25. Champbell’s journey as a physiotherapist and his training on breath

5:25 how breath influences the nervous system 

5:45 the diagram is the most important part of the physiology of breathing 

6:15 what proper breathwork is

6:54 slow breathing biomechanics 

7:15 the diagrams role in breathing and the nervous system. 

8:15 breathing in our modern world. Reduced lung capacity 

9:25 ways in which breathing informs the nervous system. 

10:40 how do you retrain a wrecked nervous system? 

11:31 how our dysregulated states keep us alive and how our nervous systems like predictability. 

13:13 why relaxation feels uncomfortable. 

15:47 trauma and compensations we developed through breath. 

16:14 how to practice breathwork when it feels uncomfortable. 

19:15 the different types of breathwork. 

23:45 the nervous system and exercise. 

25:40 why you put weight on when you exercise. 

26:34 the ACO framework

30:20 my Peace is my own. Changing our environment within to handle the stress without. 

34:56 different types of breathing. General rules. 

36:30 ideal respiratory rates

42:30 daily practices for self care and regulation.  How to check in with your nervous system. The A.I.R practice to shift your nervous system. 

47:00 a way to practice breathing. S.I.R technique. 

49:00 sigh neurons and sighing to regulate yourself. 

50:55 yawning is wonderful for the brain and can increase alertness. 

52:55 how to get courses and more  info. 

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