ROOT CAUSE REPORT

ROOT CAUSE REPORT

By Lilly WhitleyHealth & FitnessNutrition
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ROOT CAUSE REPORT episodes

  • Is H. pylori Making You Bloated?

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    If you feel bloated no matter how “clean” you eat, this episode might connect some dots.

    In this episode of Root Cause Report, I’m breaking down H. pylori - a common stomach bacteria that can interfere with stomach acid and disrupt digestion.

    In this episode we cover:

    • Key symptoms that may point toward H. pylori
    • How it interferes with stomach acid and digestion
    • Why low stomach acid can lead to bloating, gas, and feeling constantly “puffy”
    • The connection between H. pylori and stubborn acne
    • Where H. pylori comes from and when it becomes problematic
    • Why proper testing matters before trying to treat it

    Also in this episode:

    • Weekend recap: reformer Pilates, going back blonder, and trying Dovetail Pizza 🍕
    • Healthy Habit of the Week: a protein powder I’m loving that tastes like strawberry milk

    If you deal with bloating after meals, reflux, low appetite, or acne alongside digestive issues, this episode will help you start thinking about the root cause - NOT JUST THE SYMPTOMS!


    23 min
  • Why You Bloat After Everything You Eat (Even ‘Healthy’ Food)

    You eat “clean.”
    You meal prep.
    You order the salad.


    And yet you’re STILL bloated.


    In this episode, I’m breaking down why you bloat after everything you eat, even broccoli, sweet potatoes, and protein shakes, and why this is not a food problem… it’s a gut imbalance problem.

    We’re talking:

    • SIBO + bacterial overgrowth

    • Low stomach acid + poor breakdown

    • Constipation + slow motility

    • Estrogen dominance + detox dysfunction

    • Why elimination diets aren’t fixing it

    • Why food sensitivity testing usually isn’t the answer

    If you’ve been told it’s “just IBS” or feel like your body hates food, this one is for you.

    Because when everything bloats you, that tells me something very specific - and we’re diving into it.

    Click here to schedule a consult with me for FREE.

    29 min
  • Being Told ‘It’s Just IBS’ Is Not a Treatment Plan

    If you’ve ever been told “it’s just IBS” and then sent on your way with no real answers..... THIS episode is for you.

    IBS is not a treatment plan. It’s a label.

    In today’s episode, I’m breaking down:

    • Why so many women are diagnosed with IBS but never given a real plan

    • How the medical system is designed to rule out disease not investigate dysfunction

    • Why low FODMAP and elimination diets often don’t solve the real issue

    • What IBS actually means (and what it doesn’t tell you)

    • How functional testing like the GI-MAP can uncover the true root causes of bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and gut dysfunction

    I also share my personal experience of being told I had IBS with ZERO next steps and why that moment completely shifted how I approach gut health today.

    If you’re tired of managing symptoms and ready for real answers, this episode will change the way you think about your gut.

    As always, episode chapters are below if you’d like to skip to a specific section!

    31 min
  • Top Wellness Habits to Make You SNATCHED

    Being snatched isn’t about eating LESS - it’s about lowering inflammation, supporting your metabolism, & calming your nervous system.


    In this episode, I break down the habits that took me from chronically bloated (face + body) to lean and toned, including:

    • Wellness mornings that actually set your metabolism up for the day

    • Electrolytes before coffee

    • Protein + fiber targets that reduce puffiness

    • Lifting weights + tracking progress

    • STEPS (yes, they matter)

    • Ingredient swaps that support your gut

    • Why what you consume mentally affects your body too

    If you feel puffy, inflamed, or stuck, this episode will change how you think about getting snatched.

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    32 min
  • How to Heal Your Gut in 2026 (Step-by-Step Root Cause Guide)

    In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to heal your gut in 2026 - the SAME* framework I use with my private clients.

    We cover:

    • How much protein and fiber you actually need (and why most people are under-eating both)

    • The difference between soluble vs insoluble fiber

    • Which ultra-processed foods and artificial sweeteners to avoid

    • Why diets and meal plans don’t work for gut healing

    • And the most important step: getting to the root cause with functional gut testing (GI-MAP)

    I also share my personal gut healing journey, how I cleared cystic acne, reduced bloating, and finally felt like myself again PLUS why our current medical system often misses the real cause.

    If you’ve tried “everything” and still feel bloated, inflamed, tired, or frustrated… this episode is for you.

    🔗 Book a free gut health strategy call: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/61d5dfae3980330428e45e51/bookings?s=627cfe001b25110df3f6ac5a


    33 min
  • POV: You Eat Cleaner Than Your Friend .... But You’re the One Bloated

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    You’ve cut gluten, dairy, seed oils, and you’re eating “cleaner” than anyone you know… yet you’re still bloated, tired, and NOT* seeing results. Sound familiar? 😩
    In this episode, I break down why “eating clean” isn’t enough if your digestion isn’t actually working. I’ll walk you through what’s really behind the bloat ... from low stomach acid to hidden ingredients in “healthy” foods — and how to fix it by focusing on balance, not perfection.

    We’ll cover:

      1. Why your gut might be the missing link (even if your diet looks perfect)
      2. The truth about what “clean” actually means
      3. How macros and gut balance make or break your results
    • Plus, my new favorite holiday Starbucks order & the “Healthy Habit of the Week” you’ll want to copy ASAP.

    🎧 Listen to finally understand why your friend can eat pizza and feel fine..... & while you’re bloated after a salad!!


    (1:30) : Weekend recap: family time + balanced weekend vibes
    (3:46) : Healthy habit of the week: my holiday Starbucks order obsession ☕️
    (5:42) : You eat cleaner than your friend… but you’re still bloated
    (8:58) : Reason #1: You have an underlying gut issue
    (14:55) : What does “clean” really mean? The marketing trap of “healthy” foods
    (20:00) : Clean ≠ balanced: why your macros might be the real issue


    26 min
  • Your Gut Might Be the Reason You’re Anxious & Here’s How to FIX IT
  • Ready to get to the root cause of what could be causing YOUR mental health struggles? Book your free call HERE.

    Learn more about the GI-MAP test HERE.



    YOU'RE NOT CRAZY. But your gut is likely SCREAMING for help.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down the gut-brain connection and why so many women feel anxious, moody, or mentally drained even when they’re “doing everything right.” I’ll share my OWN STORY, a client case study, what the science actually says, and exactly what to do if your gut is running the show behind your anxiety.



    TIMESTAMPS:

    (1:03) Why mental health struggles are more common than you think

  • (1:30) Weekend recap — apartment hunting + Saturday wellness morning

  • (6:58) Healthy habit of the week

  • (8:21) How I’ve seen gut health transform mental health (for myself + clients)

  • (10:25) How your gut and brain actually communicate

  • (12:15) What the research shows

  • (14:08) Real client story

  • (17:50) What her GI-MAP revealed

  • (19:30) The different types of dysbiosis

  • (24:55) What to do if this is you

  • 30 min
  • PCOS: The Root Cause No One’s Talking About

    In this episode, Lilly breaks down what PCOS actually is, why it’s so common, and the real root causes behind it .... from insulin resistance to gut health. You’ll learn how PCOS is diagnosed, why so many women feel dismissed, and what to do about it. Plus, Lilly shares why she always starts with gut and cellular health before hormone testing (GI-MAP + DUTCH) so your results actually mean something.


    Timestamps:
    (0:48) Weekend recap + life updates: ACL weekend with Brami
    (10:18) Goal of this episode — chatting like your bestie about PCOS
    (11:10) Current stats on PCOS
    (12:20) How PCOS is diagnosed
    (13:35) PCOS as a diagnosis of exclusion
    (14:50) How PCOS starts
    (16:04) What is insulin resistance
    (18:10) PCOS and the weight gain misconception
    (19:35) The link between gut health and PCOS
    (21:15) How to reverse PCOS symptoms
    (22:13) Why I don’t immediately test hormones

    31 min
  • How to Support Your Hormones While Transitioning Off Birth Control

    Thinking about coming off birth control but nervous about what’ll happen after? In this episode, I break down EXACTLY what’s going on in your body post-pill and how to support your hormones naturally.

    We’ll cover the 4 pillars of hormone recovery ... blood sugar balance, gut health, micronutrients, and stress/sleep PLUS* what to expect with acne, PMS, and fatigue.

    Perfect for anyone ready to feel confident and in control of their hormones again 🤍


    (1:45) – Disclaimer: not demonizing birth control
    (3:20) – Life updates: night out, ACL weekend plans
    (6:40) – Things I’m loving: the most filling snack plate + my take on T-Swift’s new album
    (9:15) – The DM that sparked this episode
    (10:25) – Why you’re thrown on and off BC with zero guidance
    (11:35) – What actually happens in your body on birth control
    (18:00) – Root cause breakdown: acne + testosterone + gut connection
    (21:27) – PMS from hell: why nutrient deficiencies make it worse
    (24:50) – Mood swings + exhaustion after the pill — and how to fix them
    (26:20) – The 4 pillars of hormone recovery: balance blood sugar, heal your gut, replenish nutrients, manage stress 😴
    (29:04) – When to test: how to know if it’s time for DUTCH or GI-MAP 🧪
    (31:00) – Final thoughts + supporting your body through the transition 🤍

    33 min
  • Supplements That ACTUALLY Work (and the Ones That Don’t)

    Supplements are CONFUSING and the wellness industry makes it worse by throwing 10-step stacks at you like they’re MAGIC. In this episode, I break down the supplements that ACTUALLY work, which ones I take daily, and which I only use in specific gut and hormone protocols.


  • (0:20) Listen to this if you’ve ever wasted $$$ on supplements
    (1:30) Life updates: new puppy + all things fall 🍂
    (6:25) My surprising outlook on supplements
    (8:24) Hot take: a lot of what you’ve been told is BS
    (9:30) My approach as a dietitian
    (10:20) Where to find the supplements I actually use
    (10:35) Supplements I take daily and why
    (16:23) The thermic effect of food + why protein matters
    (17:35) Toolbox supplements I use in gut protocols
    (24:29) My hot take on Amazon supplements 🚫

  • 27 min

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Root Cause Report is your go-to podcast for uncovering the WHY behind gut and hormonal imbalances. Join Lilly as she breaks down real client case studies, giving you the tools to understand and…