Got a recent at home H. Pylori test, but not sure if your results mean you should treat H. Pylori? Hear the answer for the GI Map test!

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Have you ever gotten H. Pylori testing, and your results didn't come back as high, but there was SOME H. Pylori on the test?

Should you treat H. Pylori or not if the results aren't high?

Today's podcast episode topic comes from this very same question that Tracy B. submitted via our Ask Allison program.

She asked:

"I have had the GI Map test, and H. Pylori came up as a marker, but not high. Is this a low percentage? Or is any marker of H. Pylori a problem and needs to be treated?"

If you've wondered the same thing, or are looking into H. Pylori testing and wanting to know that answer, then this episode is for you!

Or - want to ask a question just like this and get an answer from me? Go to https://betterbellytherapies.com/askallison and submit your question there! I may just answer it on the podcast 

Now - let's dive in.

00:00 - Introduction and Listener Question

00:57 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast

02:01 - Understanding H. Pylori and GI Map Testing

03:30 - Why Treat H. Pylori Even If Levels Are Low

05:06 - Challenges in Treating H. Pylori

08:34 - Additional Testing and Comprehensive Health Approach

12:42 - Conclusion and Invitation to Better Belly Blueprint

• 233// H. Pylori: Symptoms of H. Pylori, How to Interpret H. Pylori Test Results, and Why H. Pylori Treatments Fail

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Do you have the MTHFR gene mutation, and feel like it may be what's holding you back from healing?

Or - do you not know if you have the MTHFR gene SNP, but wonder if you have it, how much it might be impacting you healing, and what the best testing is for it?

If you have ANY question as to how much the MTHFR gene may be impacting your healing, then you DON'T want to miss today's episode.

On today's episode, I'm interviewing Functional Genomics expert, Jaclyn Downs, on all things MTHFR and gene mutations. I met Jaclyn recently in the Instagram comments section of my profile when she offered up some free help to someone asking a question about genes. I love Jaclyn's response so much, and upon doing some quick stalking, fell even more in love with her knowledge and approach to genes. Naturally - I just had to have her on the podcast to share her with you all.

A bit about Jaclyn: Jaclyn has a master's degree in Holistic Nutrition, a functional nutrigenomics certification from the NutriGenetic Research Institution, and is the author of the academically published book Enhancing Fertility Through Functional Medicine: Using Nutrigenomics to Solve ‘Unexplained’ Infertility. On top of gaining her functional nutrigenomics certification from the NutriGenetic Research Institution, Jaclyn helped to create the very same program by working a researcher for Bob Miller, a top genetics researcher, to help create his practitioner certification program.

Whether you are new to the conversation on how genes impact our health, or you've been in it a while, I hope my conversation today with Jaclyn is going to help you feel empowered and hopeful that no matter what genes you have - you CAN heal your body.

00:00 - Introduction to MTHFR Gene Mutation

00:52 - Meet Jacqueline Downs: Functional Genomics Expert

01:38 - Podcast Introduction and Host Background

02:42 - Diving into MTHFR Gene Mutation

04:15 - Understanding Gene Expression vs. Gene Mutation

16:27 - The Role of Cofactors in Gene Function

20:46 - Practical Advice on Vitamin B Dosing

26:37 - Navigating Supplement Dosages and Deficiencies

27:42 - Genetic Testing vs. Functional Lab Testing

28:59 - Cost-Effective Testing Strategies

30:53 - Comprehensive Testing Bundles

32:05 - The Importance of Bile in Detoxification

33:02 - Choosing the Right Genetic Test

33:52 - The Role of Clinically Validated SNPs

38:02 - Personalized Genetic Concierge Services

40:21 - Evaluating Popular Genetic Experts

45:24 - How to Connect and Work with Jacqueline

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Want functional medicine expenses covered, but insurance won't cover it? Learn about this health insurance alternative - Knew Health!

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Have you ever wanted to get functional medicine care, but cost kept you from being able to afford it?

Or - have you been paying for functional medicine out of pocket, and you wonder why you're paying for health insurance if it won't even cover what you need to heal?

If you are in either of these categories, then you don't want to miss today's episode!

On today's episode, I'm interviewing Danielle Drori about a new health insurance alternative - Knew Health.

Knew Health is a cost-sharing ,or health-sharing program, that enables their members to get coverage for medical expenses similar to how we experience coverage with health insurance, but it covers WAY more, for WAY less.

I found out about Knew Health in the last 2 years, and while I haven't been able to join yet, they are the top cost-sharing program I would recommend to anyone - and on today's episode, I'm going to show you WHY.

By the end of today's episode, you'll understand:

• How a cost sharing program works
• What type of things you can share it (it's a LOT!)
• What types of things can't be shared
• All the ways Knew Health is superior to other cost sharing programs
• How much a monthly membership costs
• Tips on how you can transition away from your current health insurance / cost sharing program to Knew Health

If you've ever wanted an alternative to health insurance but didn't know where to look - I hope today's episode excites you and gives you hope for a better relationship with your finances and health.

• Allison's Dad's Episode on Insurance: 182// How to Get the MOST Out of Your Health Insurance in 2024
• Comparison of Traditional Health Insurance vs. 2 Cost Sharing Programs: 229// My Top Health Insurance Hack to Cover Functional Medicine

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Have you ever wondered - what is the best food sensitivity test out there?

Or - why are there so many tests, and how can you tell which one of the best?

Back in 2021, I wrote my first podcast episode on food sensitivity tests, Episode 59// How to Choose the Best Food Sensitivity Test for You. At the time, I had NO exposure or knowledge about the food sensitivity test I'm going to be sharing with you today, so I didn't mention it at ALL.

But, if I were to re-do that episode, I would HANDS DOWN have highlighted the special and unique food sensitivity test we're going to talk about today - and I would have NEVER ordered another MRT test.

It is likely a food sensitivity test you've NEVER heard of (many of my clients have never heard of it before), but it is far superior to any other food sensitivity test I've come across before.

To help explain exactly how and why this test is so much better than Viome, MRT, TinyHealth, or any other food sensitivity test I've looked at, I'm having on Adair Anderson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and representative of Vibrant Wellness. Adair holds a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry, a master’s degree in clinical nutrition, and today, she is going to tell you all about my personal favorite food sensitivity test - the Food Zoomers.

Vibrant Wellness offers a myriad of lab tests, from Lyme testing to comprehensive gut health testing, but the lab I order the most from them is their food sensitivity test.

As you'll learn about on today's episode, the Food Zoomer tests your body for food sensitivities in a way that is completely different than almost every other lab out there.

Whether you're a food sensitivity test veteran with dozens under your belt (and an equal amount of confusion caused by them) or you haven't yet done your first test yet - this episode is guaranteed to enlighten you and give you insight into the capacities and limitations of food sensitivity tests, and explain why doing a Food Zoomer is likely your best bet to getting SUPER clear on what foods you should and shouldn't eat to heal your gut.

*Disclaimer: by having this episode out, I am NOT suggesting that you only need to eat the right food to heal. Food is, at most, only 20% of the equation to fully healing your gut. If you aren't familiar with the fact that food alone isn't enough to heal you (and what the rest of the 80% of the equation is), go to betterbellytherapies.com/training or click the link in the shownotes to get my free, full training.

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Learn how to not only interpret a food sensitivity test, but learn what OTHER tests you should order! (Plus order, analyze, and create a personalized...

Happy last Thursday in May!

As we round out the end of May, I (Allison) am finishing up the last week of my maternity leave! To celebrate this, we're pulling content from our group coaching calls inside our private coaching group, the Better Belly Blueprint, to share with YOU.

Today's topic is from my client Melissa. She asked:

"My previous functional medicine provider put me on a supplement for my estrogen dominance about a year ago. Since then, I have been taking I-3-C Plus Dim and Calcium-D-Glucarate everyday. I feel that it has helped me so much with my PMDD symtoms as well as gallbladder symptoms and notice a difference when I miss doses.

Do I need to stop taking this for awhile when I do my DUTCH test? Would this skew the results? I can stop taking if needed but don't want to if I don't have to."

Melissa's question comes from a desire to not waste money on functional lab testing by getting results that aren't even relevant or trustworthy. Yet, she also doesn't want her symptoms to come BACK by going off a supplement she's found SUPER helpful.

What is Melissa to do?

If you've ever been in a similar bind of wanting to do a lab test but feeling nervous about going off supplements or medications - then this episode is for you!

P.S. ~ If you want to ask questions to me JUST LIKE THIS ONE and get my live feedback, now you can! When you join the Better Belly Blueprint and add on group coaching for our SUPER affordable price, you get access to live, bi-weekly group coaching calls just like this one AND unlimited, daily, 1:1 coaching inside our private FB group!

Enrollment is open now - there's no need to wait!

Go to https://betterbellytherapies.com/blueprint to read more about BBB and join today! Or - if you prefer to learn via audio and video, go to https://betterbellytherapies.com/training and watch the FREE training I put together on why and how BBB helps you overcome your toughest symptoms - even when nothing else prior to this has worked!

Are you ready to hear Melissa's answer?

00:00 - Introduction and Personal Update

00:17 - Client Question: Estrogen Dominance Supplements

00:52 - Concerns About Stopping Supplements for Testing

01:14 - Invitation to Join Better Belly Blueprint

02:01 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast

03:06 - Discussion on Estrogen Dominance and Supplements

04:50 - Addressing Long-term Supplement Use

06:11 - Client's Experience and Next Steps

07:45 - Concluding Remarks and Data Importance

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Happy mid-May, friends!

As we finish out May, I (Allison) am finishing up my maternity leave! To help me take a break from recording new episodes, we're pulling content from our group coaching calls inside our private coaching group, the Better Belly Blueprint, to share with YOU.

Today's topic is from my client Brittany. She asked:

"I was wondering - how can having an umbilical hernia and having implanted mesh affect my progress with the course? I have been doing the leaky gut protocol and have been experiencing some pain and bloating that I didn't have prior. My mesh seems to be bothering me in the areas where I think it would be attached. I was wondering if you had any suggestions for relief? I'm also doing the liver protocol and getting ready to start the H. Pylori protocol."

This question is a GREAT example of how, even in a program that is designed to be customized to every client, there are still small little questions that can come up that are super unique and tailored to that individual - and how having access to regular coaching can make a BIG difference in your confidence and clarity around getting results!

I loved getting to chat through this question with Brittany! If you have had any surgeries or bodily injury to your body that you wonder if it could stop or limit your progress to heal - then this episode is for you!

And - if you want to ask questions to me JUST LIKE THIS ONE and get my live feedback, now you can! When you join the Better Belly Blueprint and add on 3 months of group coaching for our SUPER affordable price, you get access to live, bi-weekly group coaching calls just like this one AND unlimited, daily, 1:1 coaching inside our private FB group!

Enrollment is open now - there's no need to wait!

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Are you ready to hear Brittany's answer?

Let's dive in!

00:00 - Introduction and Maternity Leave Update

00:14 - Client Question: Umbilical Hernia and Mesh

00:41 - Understanding the Impact of Mesh on Healing

04:49 - Visceral Manipulation and Its Benefits

13:13 - Practical Advice and Next Steps

16:00 - Conclusion and Additional Resources

• 90// Fascia 101: The Hidden Force Behind Bloating and Constipation

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Happy May!

As we step into the months of April and May, I (Allison) am finishing up my maternity leave. To give me a break from podcasting, we're pulling content from our group coaching calls inside our private coaching group, the Better Belly Blueprint, to share with YOU.

Today's topic is from my client Krista. She asked:

"What are the possible causes of oxalates being that high? I had no candida or mold on my OAT and I don't feel like I overeat oxalates...

To be truthful, my true vices in everything that I have given up have oxalates - coffee, dark chocolate and a good glass of red wine. I am giving up wine this month while doing these protocols (as well as all alcohol) - which I only had 2 glasses a week. I am weaning off coffee (only had two literal sips today of half calf because I LOVE the taste) and I am really hoping I don't have to completely give up chocolate - but what do you think?"

Krista's question comes from the fact that she got testing inside our program that showed that she has elevated levels of oxalates in her body that was part of the root causes driving her symptoms. Oxalates come from a variety of places, but one place you can control them the most is in your diet.

What she REALLY wanted to know is - what foods does she actually have to give up? Is it all foods with oxalates? Is her oxalate problem really about food - or is it possibly something else?

This is a GREAT question and one that opened us up to talking about the DEEPER root causes of oxalates other than food (because oxalate sensitivity is NEVER just about food!).

If you've ever looked into a low oxalate diet, or if you're stuck on a low oxalate diet and want to know if you can EVER come off - then THIS episode is for you!

Additionally - I have a WHOLE podcast episode on oxalates you can check out - 148// The Oxalate Episode. If you're new to oxalates or want to do an even deeper dive into them, then I highly recommend checking this episode out next!

P.S. ~ If you want to ask questions to me JUST LIKE THIS ONE and get my live feedback, now you can! When you join the Better Belly Blueprint and add on group coaching for our SUPER affordable price, you get access to live, bi-weekly group coaching calls just like this one AND unlimited, daily, 1:1 coaching inside our private FB group!

Enrollment is open now - there's no need to wait!

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Are you ready to hear Krista's answer?

Let's dive in!

00:00 - Introduction and Maternity Leave Update

00:16 - Client Krista's Question on High Oxalates

00:46 - Understanding Oxalates and Diet

01:17 - Root Causes of High Oxalates

01:54 - Join the Better Belly Blueprint

02:45 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast

03:47 - Analyzing Krista's Test Results

04:33 - Factors Affecting Oxalate Levels

07:19 - Addressing Fat...

Have you ever started a new supplement, and had your symptom not get better but WORSE?

Were you confused by this, and wondered if you should keep taking the supplement or stop altogether?

If you said yes to either of these questions, then this episode is for you!

On today's episode, we're sharing an audio from one our private, group coaching calls for members of my program, the Better Belly Blueprint. On this coaching question, I'm coaching my client Barbara about a rash on a neck she had suddenly return upon starting a new supplement.

Based on the training inside the Better Belly Blueprint, Barbara connected that this new supplement may be creating something called a Herxheimer reaction, or a detox and die-off reaction, so she stopped the supplement.

What she WASN'T sure about was - when (if ever?) could she safely re-start the supplement?

If you've ever been in a similar place to Barbara and have wondered about if you should keep taking a supplement if it gives you symptoms and, if yes, when or how to take that supplement safely - then you DON'T want to miss out on my answer to Barbara!

P.S. ~ If you want to ask questions to me JUST LIKE THIS ONE and get MY live feedback, now you can! When you join the Better Belly Blueprint and add on 3-months of group coaching for our SUPER affordable price, you get access to live, bi-weekly group coaching calls just like this one AND unlimited, daily, 1:1 coaching inside our private FB group!

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Are you ready to hear Barbara's answer?

Let's dive in!

00:00 - Introduction to Supplement Reactions

00:24 - Barbara's Case: A Rash from a New Supplement

00:31 - Understanding Herxheimer Reactions

01:05 - Group Coaching Benefits

01:29 - Enrollment Information

01:54 - Barbara's Question: When to Restart the Supplement?

01:57 - Welcome to the Better Belly Podcast

03:02 - Related Episodes on Candida and Detox

03:38 - Barbara's Coaching Session

11:42 - Conclusion and Final Advice

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