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Tammy, a coach who specializes in fibromyalgia, shares her personal journey from diagnosis to remission and offers insights on the fibromyalgia-IBS connection. She explains how fibromyalgia acts as an "amplifier" for other pain conditions and describes the four main symptoms that characterize this misunderstood chronic illness.

• Fibromyalgia's primary symptoms include widespread body pain that moves around, unrefreshing sleep, fatigue related to mitochondrial dysfunction, and brain fog
• Many people with fibromyalgia first experienced IBS or digestive issues in childhood or early life
• Chronic antibiotic use in childhood may contribute to later chronic health conditions
• Fibromyalgia diagnosis depends mainly on patient symptom reporting as there's no definitive test
• Women are diagnosed more frequently (6.4%) than men (4%), possibly due to healthcare biases
• Almost all fibromyalgia cases have a trauma trigger – physical, emotional, or stress-related
• Shifting from an antagonistic relationship with your body to one of partnership is essential for healing
• Fibromyalgia can go into remission with proper treatment despite common medical messaging that you must "get used to your new normal"
• Coaching can help identify personalized approaches and provide guidance from someone who understands the condition firsthand
• The Fibro Wellness Summit (fibrowellnesssummit.com) begins October 13th, focusing on navigating holidays with less pain and more joy

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Tami Stackelhouse is an award-winning author, founder of the International Fibromyalgia Coaching Institute, host of the Fibromyalgia Podcast®, and executive producer of the feature documentary, INVISIBLE. Tami teaches fibromyalgia patients how to take back control of their lives and health using her signature Fibromyalgia Wellness Framework℠ — so they can break free from the prison their bodies have become and begin living lives they love.

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Lindsie Vizethann shares her journey from ER nurse to holistic health coach, revealing how her own health crisis led her to discover the power of nutrition and lifestyle for reversing chronic conditions like PCOS.

• Former healthcare professional who left nursing after 13 years to pursue holistic health coaching
• Personal experience with autoimmune issues that conventional medicine couldn't resolve
• PCOS symptoms often include chronic fatigue, abdominal weight gain, acne, facial hair, and irregular periods
• Many women with PCOS have insulin resistance that standard tests don't catch
• Normal blood glucose and A1C can mask underlying insulin problems
• Insulin levels should be tested directly but rarely are by conventional doctors
• PCOS frequently overlaps with thyroid conditions like Hashimoto's
• Roughly 30% of women over 18 may have PCOS, with many remaining undiagnosed
• Healing approach focuses on adding nutrients first before eliminating foods
• Sustainable results typically take 90 days, with non-scale victories appearing first
• Weight loss is a side effect of improved health, not the primary goal
• Self-advocacy is crucial when navigating the conventional healthcare system

Join Lindsie's free summit "Unwritten: Healing Beyond Your Diagnosis" on October 9th, 16th, and 23rd from 6:00-7:30pm EST to learn how to write the health story your doctor never told you was possible.

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Bile plays a critical role in digestion, serving as an emulsifier for fats much like dishwashing detergent breaks down grease. Understanding bile quality issues can explain why many people struggle with either constipation or loose stools despite trying various remedies.

• Bile breaks down dietary fats into fatty acids, essential for hormone production and blood sugar regulation
• Poor bile production or quality can lead to undigested fat, causing inflammation, bloating, and bowel irregularity
• Common signs of bile issues include floating stools, pale/chalky colored stool, and unusually strong-smelling bowel movements
• Steatocrit testing in comprehensive stool analysis can objectively measure undigested fat
• Two main bile problems: insufficient production and poor quality ("sludgy bile")
• Chronic low-fat diets and consumption of low-quality processed oils contribute to bile issues
• Conventional treatments like bile acid sequestrants (Welchol, cholestyramine) may provide symptom relief but don't address root causes
• MCT oil can be helpful for those with fat digestion issues as it doesn't require bile for absorption
• Start with small amounts of MCT oil (½ teaspoon) and increase slowly based on tolerance

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We explore the powerful bidirectional relationship between gut health and mood regulation, revealing how digestive issues can manifest as anxiety, depression, and brain fog even without obvious GI symptoms.

• The vagus nerve creates a two-way communication highway between the brain and digestive system
• Bacterial imbalances in the gut directly impact neurotransmitter production and brain function
• Poor digestion of even healthy foods creates inflammation that affects mood stability
• Vitamin B6 deficiency disrupts dopamine conversion, particularly affecting mood regulation
• Blood sugar imbalances trigger cortisol dysregulation, leading to hormone-related mood disturbances
• Functional tests like GI-MAP, DUTCH, and organic acids reveal gut-brain connections conventional testing misses
• Tracking food intake helps identify personal triggers for mood disruptions
• Protein-rich breakfasts stabilize blood sugar and support consistent energy and mood
• Stopping food intake three hours before bed significantly improves sleep quality
• High achievers often normalize symptoms instead of addressing underlying health issues

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Nutrition therapist Brian Hardy shares his transformative journey from a life-threatening ruptured appendix to becoming a holistic nutritionist specializing in men's health and gut function.

• Brian's appendix rupture at age 18 led to antibiotics, dysbiosis, and a search for holistic solutions
• The connection between gut health and hormone balance, especially testosterone in men
• Why men often delay seeking health support until crisis points
• How social connections and community support play crucial roles in healing
• Beer's surprising negative impact on male hormones due to estrogenic hops
• The importance of digestive function for nutrient absorption and neurotransmitter production
• Why addressing physical foundations must precede deeper emotional or energetic healing
• The value of seeing health improvement as an identity shift rather than just symptom management
• Progress over perfection - building sustainable health practices for lifelong wellness

Find Brian's testosterone optimization guide and digestive support resources at revitalizedman.com/guide. For women supporting men in their health journey or men looking to optimize their gut-hormone connection, these practical tools offer accessible starting points.

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Chinese medicine offers valuable insights for managing IBS and IBD through a different lens than typical functional medicine approaches, focusing on energy flow and the balance of cold and heat in the digestive system.

• Digestive weakness in IBS/IBD presents as a deficiency of energy (qi) and coldness in the system
• The digestive system is like a "sprained ankle" – functioning but with reduced capacity
• Five foods to reconsider with IBS/IBD according to Chinese medicine principles:
- Ice water: dampens digestive fire and weakens digestion
- Raw salads: require too much energy to break down properly
- Coffee: has purgative qualities that can worsen diarrhea and intestinal inflammation
- Yogurt/dairy: promotes dampness and mucus production in the body
- Brown rice: contrary to Western belief, white rice is better for weak digestion
• Traditional Chinese dietary wisdom favors warm, easy-to-digest foods that support rather than stress the digestive system
• Personal eating habits should be observed carefully to identify which foods help or harm individual digestive function

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Dr. Joseph Rosado illuminates the therapeutic potential of medical cannabis and ketamine, challenging misconceptions and explaining how these plant-based medicines can address root causes of chronic conditions including IBS and IBD.

• The endocannabinoid system exists in everyone's body but is taught in less than 10% of medical schools worldwide
• Cannabis contains compounds that work with our body's natural cannabinoid receptors to restore balance and homeostasis
• Unlike pharmaceuticals, cannabis provides powerful anti-inflammatory effects without harmful side effects
• THC is 20 times more powerful than aspirin and twice as powerful as hydrocortisone as an anti-inflammatory
• Ketamine therapy at low doses promotes neuroplasticity, helping to rewire the brain and address treatment-resistant conditions
• Research shows intergenerational trauma can affect cellular memory for up to four generations
• Plant medicines can address both physical symptoms and psychological factors that contribute to chronic illness
• Cannabis and ketamine have significantly lower addiction potential than many commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals

If you are struggling with chronic gut issues and want to explore alternative approaches that might help you find balance and healing, visit josephrosadomd.com to learn about Dr. Rosado's work, services, and his seven books on medical cannabis applications.

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Lisa Franz shares her journey from restrictive dieting to finding food freedom through a balanced, flexible approach focused on sustainable habits and mindset shifts. She reveals how her turning point came during her honeymoon in Thailand when she realized her self-imposed food rules had become so limiting that she broke down crying in a food court.

• Understanding calorie balance and flexible eating as keys to sustainable weight management
• Moving beyond "good" and "bad" food labels to create a healthier relationship with eating
• How our language around food choices impacts both our emotions and physical digestion
• Navigating social situations with confidence using "I feel" statements instead of absolute claims
• The physical impact stress has on digestive function and techniques to activate "rest and digest" mode
• Using the physiological sigh technique to quickly shift out of the fight-or-flight response
• Why practicing mindfulness and single-tasking with meals improves digestion and satisfaction
• Creating clarity about your desired identity to make health decisions easier
• Practical planning strategies that create freedom rather than restriction

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