Join Cate Stillman, wellness expert, Ayurvedic practitioner, and founder of Wellness Pro Academy, as she shares powerful strategies for thriving during the holidays while prioritizing microbiome health. In this episode, Cate dives into fasting, feasting, and creating new traditions to align with your health goals. Learn how to balance indulgence with intention, and walk away with actionable tips for navigating holiday chaos while keeping your gut health in check.

What You’ll Get Out of Tuning In

1. The Role of Fasting in the Holiday Season (00:01:56) Why fasting is a vital, yet often overlooked, tradition and how to implement it effortlessly.

2. Microbiome-Friendly Festive Foods (00:05:52) Explore recipes and ingredients that boost gut health, including the magic of polyphenols and fiber.

3. New Holiday Traditions That Nourish (00:10:23) How to push culture forward by creating meaningful traditions that serve your well-being.

Highlights

1. Fasting & Feasting: Cate explains how a flexible approach to fasting (like broth or kombucha days) can prevent holiday bloat and reset your gut health. (00:01:57)

2. Polyphenols & Fiber: Discover why vibrant foods like cabbage, beets, and spices are the MVPs of microbiome nourishment. (00:05:52)

3. The Power of Intention: Learn how to align your eating habits with your goals, focusing on foods and traditions that support your vision. (00:10:30)

4. Creative Microbiome Treats: From turmeric energy balls to blood orange kombucha, Cate shares indulgent recipes packed with gut-friendly benefits. (00:14:28)

 

 

Notable Quotes

1. “Push culture into the future. Set the next tradition, the one that aligns with who you are and how you want to feel.” — Cate Stillman, 00:10:23

2. “The best thing you can do for your microbiome is to add polyphenols—those vibrant colors and pungent flavors fuel your gut health.” — Cate Stillman, 00:03:39

3. “This is the easiest time of year to let culture mess with your gut, but also the best time to double down on your purpose and vision.” — Cate Stillman, 00:09:07

 

Links and Resources

• Cate Stillman: Yogahealer.com 

• Books by Cate:

• Body Thrive

• Master of You

• Primal Habits

• Related Content:

• Microbiome Holiday Recipes Guide

• Join Club Thrive!

Holiday Recipe Here

This episode reminds us that the holidays can be a time of renewal, not just indulgence. By tuning into your gut health and setting intentional traditions, you can emerge from the season feeling vibrant and aligned with your goals. Don’t forget to share your favorite microbiome-friendly holiday recipes and tag us online. Join us next week as we explore more ways to thrive during winter!