Do you know how stress, digestive issues, and mental health issues relate to gut health?  Find out in this episode with guest, Dr. Emily Wolbers, a naturopathic physician with a gastro-focused practice in both Portland, OR and Davenport, IA. She earned her medical degree from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and has a Bachelor degree in dietetics from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. With her background in nutrition, Dr. Wolbers utilizes Food as Medicine as a main modality for health. She treats the whole person and finds the root cause of disease through natural, non-invasive means.

Key Points:

*Having 2-3 bowel movements a day is ideal.

*Your gut is your body’s “second brain“

*Mental health issues and gut issues can many times be related.

*Chronic stress is not healthy and negatively affects our digestion.

*When you eat, focus on your food and eliminate distraction.

*Sit down when you eat.

*Smell your food before you eat.

*Meal prep if you don’t have much time to cook, or use a meal subscription service if you are really strapped for time.

*Do not be so hard on yourself if you have digestive issues.Connect with Dr. Emily Wolbers:

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If you're dealing with constant stress, this is a great episode for you!  This week's guest is Kathy Gruver, a PhD who has graced stages on four continents (including 2 TEDx), three cruise ships and a handful of islands. Her combination of humor, performance background, real life experience and formal education makes her a well-rounded, in-demand speaker. She hosted the TV show based on her first book, The Alternative Medicine Cabinet and has earned her PhD in Natural Health. Dr. Gruver is the twelve-time award-winning author of seven books including, Conquer Your Stress, Workplace Wellness, Conquer your Stress at Work, and Journey of Healing. She has studied mind/body medicine at the famed Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Harvard, and has been featured as an expert in numerous publications including Glamour, Fitness, Time, WebMD, Prevention, Huffington Post and Dr. Oz’s The Good Life, and has appeared on over 250 radio & TV shows including Lifetime, NPR, CBS Radio and SkyNews London.

Key Points:

*Majority of doctor’s visits are related to stress.

*Stress was not meant to be something that is prolonged all day.

*Do something every day that you enjoy that makes you happy.

*Check in on yourself every day to check how you are feeling.

*Sex is a great de-stressor.

*Being open and honest with your partner about your wants and needs is essential.

Connect with Kathy Gruver:

Meditation giveaway: bit.ly/kgmeditation

WEBSITE: http://www.kathygruver.com/

COACHING: http://www.kathygruver.coach/

HYPNOTHERAPY: http://www.healingcirclehypnotherapy.com/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DrKathyGruver/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drkathygruver/

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathygruver/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/klgruver

Connect with host, Laurie Seely:

WEBSITE: https://laurieseely.com/

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Having a hard time dealing with stress? Unfortunately, stress is not something that can be completely eliminated from our lives, but we can empower ourselves to deal with it better. Laurie’s guest, Jennifer Wren Tolo, mom of four boys, is an RN, Whole Health Educator, and the owner of Butterfly Family Wellness. She acts as ‘An Integrative Bridge to Health’ helping bridge the gaps between modern medical healthcare and alternative health, & between self-care and caring for others. Listen to hear about how you can be empowered to heal herself!

Key Points:

*Jennifer uses a “whole person health“ approach to help people.

*It is possible to heal yourself.

*You need to take care of yourself because you can take care of others.

*It’s important to be mindful and check in with yourself and how you’re feeling.

*Letting your child with mental and physical health issues lead their healing.

*A healthy diet is essential.

*The dairy, soy, corn, and pesticide industries have a vested interest in having studies published that are favorable to them.

*Pharmaceuticals and alternative medicines can be used together in a balanced way.

Connect with Jennifer Tolo:

Schedule a FREE Taming the Chaos Call: https://butterflyfamilyw.kartra.com/calendar/tamingthechaos

WEBSITE/ SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTER: https://butterflyfamilywellness.com/

FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/butterflyfamilywellness

YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2r7_Tqeb1ODJXLLjQjFGOQ

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jenwrentolo/

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-wren-tolo-rn-ma-44a5935a/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/butterflywelnes

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GRAVITAR: https://en.gravatar.com/jentolo

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WEBSITE: https://laurieseely.com/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegutsy/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LaurieSeelyHealthCoach/

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What is a "Somatic Therapist?"  Find out in this episode, as Laurie's guest is Todd Nyholm, a Somatic Therapist working through the body with a number of modalities to help people reconnect with themselves and move towards more health and feeling better. He got into using modern and ancient therapies from all around the world in his own struggles to find health which started at an early age, which lead to a lifelong search for healing modalities and methods and ultimately the development of his own methods.

KEY POINTS:

*Organs can get misplaced, which can lead to health issues.

*Watching yourself eat can help you eat less.

*Processed foods contain chemicals that make you addicted to that food.

*Acupuncture and reflexology can help gut issues.

*Diet is a lifestyle, not temporary fix.

*Being mindful of what you are eating can help you improve your diet.

*Results take time, so do not get discouraged if you do not see results immediately,

Connect with Sandy Joy Weston:

WEBSITE: https://www.nytality.com/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nyholmvitallifemethod/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Nytality

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WEBSITE: https://laurieseely.com/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegutsy/

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Do you want to make change in your life, but it feels like such a large undertaking that you don't have the time for?  Well, Sandy Joy Weston wants you to know it IS possible to make lasting changes in your life in just 1 to 3 minutes a day!  How?  Well, Sandy goes into how you can do that and so much more with Laurie on this episode of "What's Up Down There?"  Listen to it now and start forming new habits that will change your life!  Sandy Joy Weston M.Ed has owned and operated health and wellness companies for over 30 years. For the past five years, Sandy has been focusing on SJW Productions, an international company that teaches and highlights others promoting mental and physical wellbeing. She does this through her podcasts, books, speaking engagements and programs, which have taken her all around the world. Sandy believes you can make a powerful difference in your life in just 1 to 3 minutes a day.

KEY POINTS:

*You can choose how you show up to the world by doing things that bring you "pure joy" in the morning for one to three minutes a day.

*The universe will deliver what you want when you show that you are ready to receive it.

*Doing things for yourself a little bit at a time over  a long period of time can make a big difference.

*Creating a change in your life does no have to be complicated.

*Power statements can be helpful in keeping you motivated.

Connect with Sandy Joy Weston:

WEBSITE: http://www.sandyjoyweston.com/   

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PODCAST: http://www.sandyjoyweston.com/train-your-head-and-your-body-will-follow

BOOKS: http://www.sandyjoyweston.com/blog-it-out

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/sandyjoyweston

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/sandyjoywestonofficial/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SandyJoyWeston

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-joy-weston-m-ed-aba61728/

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Don't know how to stop those sugar and carb cravings?  Laurie's guest, Susan Neal, discusses why sugar is so addictive and steps you can take to kick the habit, as well as how to go gluten-free, and much more.  Susan Neal, RN, MBA, MHS, lives her life with a passion for helping others improve their health. She is an author, speaker, and Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Her award-winning best-seller is 7 Steps to Get Off Sugar and Carbohydrates. The third book in her Healthy Living Series, Healthy Living Journal, won the Golden Scrolls award “2019 Best Inspirational Gift Book.” Her newest release Solving the Gluten Puzzle helps many determine if they have a gluten-related disorder and how to treat it. She has been featured in many media outlets including The Bridges TV show, Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), Charisma magazine, and numerous podcasts and radio shows.

KEY POINTS:

*It is possible to cure your candida with the right knowledge.

*Why sugar is addictive.

*Four root causes for inappropriate eating.

*If you want to go gluten-free, it’s best to purchase foods located on the perimeter than processed, ‘gluten-free,’ foods.“

*Tip to start going gluten-free.

*There are people with celiac disease who may not know it.

*Four gluten-related diseases.

Connect with Susan:

WEBSITE: https://susanuneal.com/     

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lauriegutsy/

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Are childhood traumas holding you back?  Laurie's guest, Riana Milne, is a Certified Global Life & Love Coach, a Cert. Clinical Trauma & Addictions Professional, a Certified Mindfulness Coach, #1 Bestselling author, the Host of her Podcast called Lessons in Life & Love™, an Educational Speaker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 20 years living in Palm Beach County, Florida.   She helps clients resolve childhood trauma to help them reach their full potential, in life, love, and career.  Listen for an insightful episode!

KEY POINTS: 

*Many issues in one’s adult life are due to unresolved childhood trauma.

*How Riana helps couples through “re-parenting” and teaching how to live consciously.

*The effects of stress on mind, body, and relationships.

*Children develop coping mechanisms that can affect their relationships when they become adults.

*If you’re a parent, get your child help if they need it.

*Toxic behaviors in relationships usually come out later on in the relationship.

Connect with Riana:

WEBSITE: https://rianamilne.com/    

FREEBIE: https://rianamilne.com/free-ebook/

BOOKS: https://rianamilne.com/books/

PODCAST: https://rianamilne.com/podcast/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CoachRianaMilne/

PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/rianamilne/toxic-relationshipslove-coach-relationship-coach-c/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/rianamilne

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rianamilne/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/coachrianamilne/

YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/RianaMilne  

EMAIL: [email protected]

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Michael Arterbrry is a master encourager and motivational speaker. As a teenager, Michael was fortunate to receive guidance from positive adult role models who helped him overcome adversities and set high expectations for his future. Grateful for the role these mentors played in his own development, Michael decided to dedicate his professional life to helping people navigate the difficulties of life and launch their future into motion.

Michael received the 2010 USA Network’s Characters Unite Award for exceptional commitment to combating prejudice and discrimination while increasing tolerance and acceptance within the community. He is also the recipient of the 2014 100 Men of Color Award for leadership in education, government, mentorship, entrepreneurial success and community service.

And most recently, he was awarded the Educator of the Year Award from Y-COP, the Youth Community Outreach Program in Mt. Vernon at the First Annual Dinner Dance on September 29th, 2016.

KEY POINTS

*Use your struggles as a catalyst for success.

*It’s never too late to change your life for the better.

*It’s important to face and work on things from your past that may be holding you back, because small things in your past may become bigger problems is they are not dealt with.

*Michael teaches people how to kick negative thoughts out one’s mind.

*The importance for children to have great, supportive mentors in their life, especially if their home life is not great.

*Why some people become repeat offenders.

Connect with Michael: 

WEBSITE: https://www.michaelarterberry.com/

BOOKS: https://www.michaelarterberry.com/about-michael/books/

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After years of struggling with her own chronic health conditions, Dr. Kate Ricciardi knew something had to change. Through her own health journey and being told "there's nothing we can do" "everything looks normal," "you're just busy, stressed, and tired," she knew there had to be more.  Sick of the cookie cutter, generalized recommendations she had been receiving, Dr. Ricciardi sought to discover the root of her problems.  And that turned gut health from unpredictable and stressful to calm and controlled.  When she felt like she got her confidence and energy back, Dr. Ricciardi created an environment where women feel heard and supported, where women are seen as more than their diagnosis and they can find the root cause of their pain, digestive distress, struggles with weight, hormones, and fatigue through food and her Root Method approach to help women thrive in their bodies and she is the guest on this episode of "What's Up Down There!"

Her passion is helping women to feel confidence and certainty in health because our health impacts all the areas of our lives.

Key Points:

*Inflammation Is the root of a lot of health issues.

*Getting information from the wrong tests could cause things to get unnecessarily eliminated from your diet.

*Remove offending foods from your diet and replace them with foods that are better for you.

*It’s important to find out what is causing your stress in order to relieve it and stop the effects of stress on your body.

*Little stressors you ignore could build up and add unnecessary stress.

*Taking care of yourself is important because you can’t help others if you’re not feeling good.

*How she helps client find the “why” of their health issues.

Stay In Touch with Dr. Kate Ricciardi:

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WEBSITE: https://www.rdnutritionconsulting.com/  

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/drkatericciardi/ 

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Have you ever wondered how Reiki healing can benefit you? Have you even heard of Reiki? Well, you’re in for a treat, because Reiki Master Larabeth Guthrie joins us in this episode of “What’s Up Down There!” Larabeth shares so much insight on how reiki can help all of us with many health issues.

Key Points:

*There is research showing distance Reiki can be effective.

*Reiki affects people in different ways.

*What the 7 chakras do.

*Ways you can become a Reiki master yourself.

*Research has shown essential oils can be as helpful as benzodiazepines.

*Larabeth recommends eating grass-fed beef over the mass-produced beef filled with harmful chemicals.

*You have to get to the root cause of a problem, not just put a band-aid on it.

Stay In Touch with Larabeth: 

WEBSITE: http://www.naturalwellnesstransformations.com/

YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW_W8b2PVDEwpXNuWHwYtvQ

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/naturalwellnesstransformation/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/naturalwellnesstransformation/

PODCAST: http://qidoschool.org/podcast/

Connect with host, Laurie Seely:

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