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What it your gut trying to tell you?


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What Is Your Gut Trying to Tell You?

Why gut health affects your brain, skin, hormones, and more

In this episode of Happier & Healthier, Sally and Ann are joined by Dr Leke Asong, the gut health doctor known for breaking down complex science into practical, real-life understanding.

Together, we explore why gut health is about so much more than digestion — and how symptoms you might never associate with your gut could actually start there.

Dr Leke explains how analysing a simple poo sample can provide powerful insights into what’s really going on inside your body, helping to uncover root causes behind a wide range of physical and mental health issues. Rather than guessing or masking symptoms, he shares why personalised gut testing can be a game-changer for long-term health.

We dive into:

  • The gut–brain connection and how gut imbalances can affect mood, anxiety, stress, and mental clarity
  • The gut–skin connection, including links to acne, eczema, inflammation, and chronic skin conditions
  • Why persistent symptoms are often signals, not something you should “just live with”
  • How gut health influences hormones, immunity, energy levels, and overall wellbeing
  • Why understanding your gut is key — not one-size-fits-all advice

This conversation is reassuring, eye-opening, and empowering — especially if you’ve ever felt frustrated by unexplained symptoms or wanted clearer answers about your health.

A high-value episode for anyone curious about what their body is really communicating, and how small, informed steps can lead to meaningful change.


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