The Gut Health Dialogues
I'm Alyssa Simpson, a Registered Dietitian specializing in digestive health. This podcast is for people with IBS, SIBO, and other stomach issues to learn how to calm their symptoms and improve their gut health using natural solutions like diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.
Episodes
Low FODMAP vs. Low Fermentation for SIBO Can Either Diet Prevent Relapse
Send us Fan MailIf a SIBO diet makes your symptoms disappear, does that mean the SIBO is gone?In this episode, Alyssa breaks down the role of low FODMAP and low fermentation diets in SIBO care, and why symptom relief, bacterial eradication, and relapse prevention aren't necessarily the same thing.She also explores how motility, constipation, post-infectious changes, and other underlying contr
Digestive Enzymes Explained: IBS, SIBO & Food Intolerances | Erin Judge
Send us Fan MailCan digestive enzymes actually reduce bloating and food reactions, or does it depend on what's causing your symptoms in the first place? In this episode, Alyssa sits down with GI dietitian Erin Judge, who works with the clinical team at FODZYME, to answer one of the biggest questions people with IBS, SIBO, and food intolerances ask: when do digestive enzymes actually help? Th
Fat Malabsorption: Why Fat in Your Diet May Be Triggering Digestive Symptoms
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa explains why fat malabsorption is an often-overlooked cause of chronic digestive symptoms like diarrhea, greasy stools, bloating, weight loss, and nutrient deficiencies. Learn how your liver, pancreas, and small intestine work together to digest fat, what happens when that process breaks down, and why continuing to eliminate foods may not solve the real prob
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: The Overlooked Root Cause of SIBO, Chronic Constipation, Bloating & Motility Disorders with Rebecca Patton
Send us Fan MailIf you've been treating chronic constipation, bloating, and motility issues from the gut side alone, microbiome work, methane SIBO protocols, bile flow, motility agents, and progress keeps stalling, there may be a structural piece nobody has assessed. In this episode, pelvic floor physical therapist Rebecca Patton explains how the muscles of the abdomen and pelvis form a singl
Is Your SIBO Diet Helping or Keeping You Stuck?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa explains one of the biggest misconceptions in SIBO recovery: the belief that a therapeutic diet is the treatment. While Low FODMAP and SIBO diets can be incredibly effective for reducing symptoms, they were never designed to be the finish line. They're a tool to create stability, not a permanent way of eating.Alyssa walks through why long-term restricti
Pancreatic Insufficiency: What to Eat, How to Structure Your Meals, and Why Enzymes Aren't Enough on Their Own
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down one of the most overlooked aspects of pancreatic insufficiency management: nutrition. While pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) is essential, diet plays a major role in determining how well those enzymes work and how you feel day to day. We explore what a practical pancreatic insufficiency diet looks like, common mistakes that keep sympt
A New IBS Study Just Validated What Functional Practitioners Have Been Saying for Years
Send us Fan MailWhy do some people dramatically improve with a treatment that does absolutely nothing for someone else with the exact same IBS diagnosis? A new 2026 study may help answer that question. In this episode, Alyssa breaks down groundbreaking research that individualized IBS treatment based on microbiome findings rather than treating everyone with the same symptom-based approach. The res
Why We Need to Get Things Moving Before SIBO Treatment
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down one of the overlooked pieces of successful SIBO recovery: making sure the digestive system is actually moving before starting SIBO treatment.Because when bowel movements are incomplete, sluggish, or backed up, the body has a much harder time clearing fermentation byproducts, gas, and bacterial die-off compounds, which can make treatment feel unbe
Root Causes of SIBO: Why It’s Usually a Gut Environment Problem, Not Just a Bacteria Problem
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever felt better temporarily after antibiotics, herbals, or restrictive diets only to have symptoms slowly return again, this episode explains why that happens and what’s often being missed underneath the surface.Rather than viewing SIBO as simply “bad bacteria coming back,” Alyssa walks through the larger gut environment that allows overgrowth to happen in the first plac
Why Your Constipation Diet May Be Making IBS-C Worse
Send us Fan MailConstipation is one of the most oversimplified digestive symptoms online. But what happens when you’re already doing all of the things - eating more fiber, drinking more water, taking magnesium citrate and probiotic supplements - and you still feel bloated, backed up, uncomfortable, reactive to foods, and worse the harder you try to “eat healthy”?In this episode, Alyssa unpacks why
When Your SIBO Test Is “Negative,” But Your Symptoms Say Otherwise
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down why SIBO breath tests can miss what’s actually happening, and how to look beyond the “positive vs negative” label to understand what your body is really telling you. You’ll learn how factors like test type, timing, gas patterns, and even transit time can completely change how results should be interpreted.You’ll learn:Why glucose vs lactulose tes
Trying to Do Low FODMAP as a Vegetarian? Here’s How to Make It Actually Work
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever tried to follow a low FODMAP diet as a vegetarian, you’ve probably had this exact thought: “What am I even supposed to eat?” Because the foods you rely on most are suddenly the very things you're told to avoid. And that’s where the frustration starts. In this episode, Alyssa breaks down how to actually make a low FODMAP vegetarian diet work in real life, without
SIBO Die-Off Explained: Why You Feel Worse Before You Feel Better (And What To Do About It)
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever started antibiotics, herbals, or an elemental diet, and suddenly felt more bloated, more fatigued, and completely off, this episode will explain exactly why. We’re breaking down one of the most misunderstood parts of SIBO recovery: die-off (Herxheimer reaction).You’ll learn:What endotoxins are and why they trigger symptomsWhy SIBO die-off affects your whole body (not
The Nervous System Root Cause Most People Miss (And Why Your Symptoms Don’t Make Sense) ft. Alex Mufson
Send us Fan MailYour symptoms aren’t just physical, and not just “in your head” either. In this episode, Alyssa sits down with nervous system expert Alex Mufson to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of chronic symptoms: The nervous system as a full-body regulator, not just a stress response.If you’ve ever been told “everything looks normal” while dealing with real symptoms like bloating, fa
Diverticulitis Diet: What to Eat During a Flare and How to Safely Add Fiber Back
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Gut Health Dialogues, Alyssa breaks down exactly what to do during a diverticulitis flare, how to transition your diet safely, and how to prevent future episodes.Because one of the biggest mistakes people make is staying in the low-fiber phase for too long during a Diverticulitis flare. What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe difference between diverticulosis vs
Why SIBO Comes Back After Rifaximin (3 Reasons Symptoms Return After Antibiotics)
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve taken antibiotics like rifaximin for SIBO and found yourself right back where you started, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common patterns we see in practice, and it’s also one of the most frustrating. In this episode, Alyssa breaks down what’s actually happening beneath the surface when symptoms return, and why repeating the same approach often leads to the sam
Can Betrayal & Trauma Affect Your Gut? The Hidden Link Between Betrayal & Digestive Issues ft. Dr. Debi Silber
Send us Fan MailWhat if your gut symptoms weren’t just about food, but about something much deeper? In this episode, Alyssa sits down with Dr. Debbie Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute, to explore the powerful and often overlooked connection between betrayal, trauma, and gut health.After experiencing profound personal betrayal, Dr. Debbie went on to complete groundbreaki
When a Low Fiber Approach Can Help: What to Eat During Flares and Sensitivity
Send us Fan MailHave you ever tried to do everything right for your gut - add more fiber, eat more vegetables, sprinkle chia seeds on everything, only to feel worse instead of better? There are times when pushing fiber can actually make symptoms more uncomfortable, more urgent, and more unpredictable. In this episode, Alyssa talks about temporarily lowering fiber to help the gut calm down during a
What to Eat with Diverticulosis: Fiber, Nuts, Seeds & the Diet Advice Most People Get Wrong
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down the most common misconceptions about the diverticulosis diet and explains what current research actually shows about fiber, seeds, nuts, and everyday eating patterns. Many people unintentionally mix up diverticulosis and diverticulitis, even though the dietary approaches for these two conditions are very different. You’ll learn why much of the a
How to Support a Loved One With Digestive Issues (Without Making Things Harder)
Send us Fan MailDigestive issues don’t just affect the person experiencing symptoms. They affect relationships, routines, meals, plans, and emotional safety. In this episode, Alyssa talks to the partners, parents, and loved ones who are watching someone they care about struggle and want to help, but don’t want to push, pressure, or make things worse.In this episode, Alyssa explains:Why digestive s
From Education to Execution: Making Elimination Diets Work in Real Life with Laurie Gauguin
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever stared at your elimination diet food list thinking, “What on earth am I supposed to eat?”, this episode is for you. Alyssa sits down with professional chef Laurie Gauguin, author of Heal Simply: 1-2-3 Ingredient Recipes for Elimination Diets, to talk about the part of healing no one prepares you for: Actually implementing the elimination diet.Together, Alyssa and Lau
High Fiber Diet: What to Eat, Why It Matters, And How to Do It Without Upsetting Your Gut
Send us Fan MailFiber is everywhere right now. It’s being praised as the answer for gut health, blood sugar, cholesterol, hormones, and weight regulation, often all at once. And yet, for many people, actually trying to eat more fiber leads to the opposite of what they expected: bloating, discomfort, gas, or pain.In this episode, Alyssa unpacks why the conversation around fiber has become so confus
Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO: The Nitty-Gritty of the Tools We Use & Why
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa takes the conversation around hydrogen sulfide SIBO one level deeper. She shares how hydrogen sulfide SIBO is actually approached in practice, and why jumping ahead, whether to antimicrobials, binders, or protocols, often makes symptoms worse instead of better.Rather than focusing on “what to take,” Alyssa breaks down the sequence that matters:Why clarity ha
Why Methane SIBO Causes Weight Gain (Even When Eating Less)
Send us Fan MailHave you ever looked at your plate and thought, “I’m eating less than ever… so why is my weight going up?” If you’ve tried low-FODMAP, cut sugar and carbs, cleaned up your diet, and somehow feel heavier, slower, and more inflamed, this episode is for you.In this episode, Alyssa dives into one of the most confusing and overlooked patterns in gut health: why some people with SIBO exp
Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO Diet & Recovery: What Finally Worked for Doug
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Gut Health Dialogues Podcast, Alyssa Simpson sits down with her client Doug, who shares his powerful journey from being house-bound and limited to a “safe” diet of chicken and rice, to reclaiming his gut health, his confidence, and his life.What started as a frustrating case of “IBS with no answers” turned out to be Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO, a form of small inte
Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO: Why Most Approaches Fall Short and How to Fully Address It Naturally
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa Simpson unpacks a common yet widely misunderstood subtype of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO): hydrogen sulfide SIBO. Many people with this pattern have spent years chasing answers, trying diets like low FODMAP, gluten-free, or low-carb, cycling through symptom management, and being told tests are normal, only to feel worse, confused, or convince
When Your Body Feels Toxic After Eating: The Sulfur Clue Everyone Misses
Send us Fan MailHave you tried low FODMAP, gluten-free, dairy-free, or elimination diets and still feel sick after eating? In this episode, Alyssa Simpson breaks down one of the most confusing and misunderstood nutrition strategies in gut health: the low sulfur diet.This is not an episode about cutting out “bad foods” or following another restrictive diet forever. Instead, Alyssa explains why a sh
How Foodini Is Making Eating Out Safer for People With Celiac, Food Allergies & Sensitivities ft. Dylan McDonnell
Send us Fan MailEating out with food allergies, celiac disease, IBS, or food sensitivities can feel overwhelming — and sometimes unsafe. In this episode, Alyssa Simpson chats with Dylan McDonnell, founder of Foodini, about how technology and regulation are finally making restaurant dining safer and more transparent.Dylan shares his personal experience growing up with celiac disease and how it insp
Holiday Stress & Digestion: How to Keep Your Gut Calm During the Busiest Season of the Year with Dr. Navidi
Send us Fan MailThe holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. But for many people, they’re also a perfect storm of stress, irregular routines, rich meals, travel, and unpredictable digestion.In this holiday special episode, Alyssa Simpson teams up with Dr. Ali Navidi (clinical psychologist & gut–brain specialist) to unpack why stress shows up so strongly in the gut, especially for peop
Fatty Liver Disease: What It Is, What Causes It, and How to Start Healing with Food & Lifestyle
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa explains what fatty liver actually means, why it’s more common than most people think, and why it’s fundamentally a metabolic problem tied to insulin resistance, sugar, and inflammation. Most importantly for her gut-sensitive audience, Alyssa explains how to begin reversing fatty liver with simple, sustainable real-food shifts and how to do it without making
Gut Health, Hormones & Toxic Load: The Real Reasons Weight Won’t Budge with Dr. Joy Ostroff
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa sits down with Dr. Joy Ostroff, a Hawaii-based naturopathic doctor with over three decades of clinical experience, for a powerful conversation on the REAL root causes of stubborn weight that diets never address.Dr. Joy explains why weight struggles are rarely about willpower or calories and are almost always linked to deeper imbalances in the gut, hormones,
How Constipation Overloads Your Liver and Ruins Your Sleep, And How to Heal with Real Food
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa unpacks a connection that many people don’t realize is at the heart of their gut health struggles: the tight interplay between constipation, liver overload, and sleep disruption.If you wake up between 1–3 AM, feel sluggish, bloated, or totally backed up the next day, this episode is for you. In this episode, Alyssa explains the powerful (and often overlooked
Stop Doing Detox Wrong: What Your Liver & Gut Actually Need To Detox Naturally
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down one of the biggest myths in wellness: that your body needs a “cleanse” or “detox tea” to reset. If you’ve ever skipped meals, done a juice fast, or spent money on detox kits, thinking you’re helping your liver and gut, this one’s for you. Alyssa explains what actually happens to your digestion, metabolism, and liver when you restrict food and wh
Methane SIBO Diet Beyond Low FODMAP - A GI Dietitian's Real World Approach
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Alyssa Simpson opens up the mess of conflicting diet advice many with methane SIBO face: low FODMAP, low carb, low fiber, and gives you a clear, real-world eating plan built for methane-dominant SIBO (IMO). She shares what really works, what often fails, and how to shift from feeling stuck in symptom chaos to feeling intentional and nourished again.Resources m
Methane SIBO Treatment: Why a Comprehensive Approach Matters
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve done everything right, low FODMAP, antibiotics, supplements, and your methane SIBO symptoms (bloating, constipation, stomach discomfort) still come back, this episode will give you the answers you’ve been looking for. Alyssa walks listeners through her six-step framework for methane SIBO recovery, explaining why antibiotics alone or diet tweaks only scratch the surface. F
What is Methane SIBO? The Hidden Diagnosis Behind Bloating & Constipation
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve been eating “perfectly,” taking your probiotics, and still feel bloated, backed up, or uncomfortable, you might be dealing with Methane SIBO, also known as Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO), a commonly missed diagnosis that’s keeping your gut stuck in slow motion.In this episode, Alyssa Simpson breaks down:What Methane SIBO actually is and how it’s different from hyd
Nervous System Healing for Gut & Chronic Illness with Niki D’Agostino
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa Simpson is joined by Nikki D’Agostino, a nervous system retraining specialist, to dive deep into Primal Trust, a program built on neuroplasticity, somatic practices, and trauma healing. They explore how chronic stress, limbic system impairment, and unconscious trauma can lock your body and brain into survival mode, interfering with digestion, nutrient absorp
Why Healthy Foods Can Trigger IBS & Bloating (And What to Eat During a Flare)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa Simpson breaks down one of the most confusing gut health struggles: why nourishing foods like vegetables, lentils, or garlic can suddenly trigger bloating, gas, cramping, or flare-ups. Alyssa explains the surprising reasons behind this — from gut inflammation and bacterial overgrowth (like SIBO) to histamine intolerance, food sensitivities, and sluggish dige
Understanding POTS, Vagus Nerve Dysfunction, and EDS – How the Autonomic Nervous System Impacts Gut Health with Dr. Diana Driscoll
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Gut Health Dialogues, Alyssa Simpson sits down with Dr. Diana Driscoll—optometrist, researcher, and author of The Driscoll Theory—to uncover connections between gut health, vagus nerve dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and conditions like POTS, SIBO, long COVID, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.Dr. Driscoll shares her journey from being incapacitated by illness to
Diet vs Meds: What’s Actually Stopping Your Constipation Medication from Working
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve tried more fiber, magnesium, MiraLAX, and water—but you’re still backed up—this episode is for you. Alyssa dives deep into constipation, busts myths, and shows what really moves the needle when your gut is sluggish. She covers why “healthy” foods can sometimes make things worse, what your gut actually needs to start moving, and small shifts in timing, hydration, and food
The Root Causes of Histamine Intolerance Nobody Talks About with Jennifer Fugo
Send us Fan MailHistamine intolerance might feel like the final answer, but what if it’s really just the tip of the iceberg?In this episode, Alyssa sits down with Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS — a clinical nutritionist and host of the Healthy Skin Show — to uncover the real root causes behind histamine intolerance and chronic skin issues. They uncover why antihistamines don’t always help, why low hi
How I’d Start Healing SIBO If I Were Diagnosed Today
Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever wondered:Why does my SIBO keep coming back?How do I know if my gut is really healing?Where should I start without wasting time and money?…this conversation has the answers you’ve been searching for. In this episode, Alyssa reveals the exact approach she would take if she were diagnosed with SIBO today. But here’s the catch—it’s probably not what you’ve been told by t
What To Eat For SIBO (And Why Elimination Alone Won’t Heal You)?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa unpacks one of the most confusing questions people with SIBO face: What can I actually eat?If you’ve ever been stuck on chicken and rice because everything else feels like a trigger, this conversation will feel familiar. Alyssa explains why overly restrictive SIBO diets may bring short-term relief but can also backfire—slowing down healing, weakening motilit
How To “Train Your Gut” To Behave Well Now (And Why Waiting Can Backfire)
Send us Fan MailIf your gut feels unpredictable — flaring up at random foods, reacting to stress, or leaving you anxious about your next meal — your digestion is NOT broken. Your gut just needs retraining.In this episode, Alyssa explains how you can “teach” your gut to become more tolerant, flexible, and resilient — and why waiting for the “perfect time” to start often makes things worse.You’ll di
Are You Managing Your Gut Or Actually Healing It?
Send us Fan MailEating five “safe” foods and tracking symptoms isn’t healing your gut – it’s managing your symptoms.If you’re eating the same few foods, timing meals, keeping food journals, planning outings around bathrooms, or leaning on supplements just to get through a meal… you’re not healing. You’re surviving. And while that may work short-term, it keeps you stuck in “management mode” — whic
Gamifying Gut Health: How Shelby Hit 30 Plants a Week - and Had Fun Doing It
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa sits down with her client, Shelby, who was struggling for years with severe gut issues from chronic constipation/diarrhea cycles to unexplained hives and the frustration of living on a low FODMAP, low histamine diet, while also being vegetarian. After discovering she had SIBO and working through a targeted gut healing protocol with Alyssa, Shelby’s symptoms
Foods That Cause Inflammation (And How To Calm It Naturally)
Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode, Alyssa dives deep into a topic that frustrates so many people trying to “eat clean” but still feeling bloated, puffy, and reactive—inflammation.If you've ever wondered why you’re reacting to foods that used to be fine, or why “healthy” choices leave you feeling worse, this episode will change the way you think about food and your gut.Alyssa breaks dow
Can Your Brain Fix Your Gut? A Look at CBT & Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy with Dr.Navidi
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Alyssa Simpson is joined by GI psychologist and gut-brain expert Dr. Navidi to explore one of the most overlooked drivers of chronic digestive issues: the gut-brain connection.They dive into a category of conditions known as Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs)—which include IBS, bloating, reflux, functional constipation, nausea, and more. Millions live
Can you drink alcohol when your gut health is compromised?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into a topic that often leaves those with gut health issues scratching their heads: Can you enjoy alcohol without compromising your gut health? This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone navigating sensitive digestion, bloating, or microbiome imbalances. If you’ve ever wondered whether that cocktail is worth the aftermath, this epi
Acid Reflux Relief: Root Causes & Practical Solutions with Molly Pelletier
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa chats with Molly Pelletier, a board-certified Dietitian and founder of FLORA Nutrition. Molly shares her journey from battling acid reflux and IBS to becoming a global leader in digestive health. She combines cutting-edge GI science with integrative modalities to provide effective solutions for her clients. From the significance of fiber diversity to managin
Gut Health 101: How to Manage Lactose Intolerance Without Sacrificing Nutrition
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into lactose intolerance, a common digestive challenge. Learn what lactose intolerance really means, how to identify it, and ways to enjoy a varied and nutritious diet without discomfort. She explores alternative sources of calcium, vitamin D, and protein for those avoiding dairy, plus practical tips for grocery shopping, dining out, and traveling
How to Heal Eczema Holistically with Julia Chien & The Hidden Costs of Topical Steroids
Send us Fan MailEczema is more than skin deep, and in this episode, Alyssa Simpson is joined by expert dietitian Julia Chien to uncover the root causes of this chronic condition. Julia shares her personal journey with eczema and Topical Steroid Withdrawal (TSW), offering actionable tips to heal from within.Alyssa and Julia break down the common misconceptions about eczema, such as the overdiagnosi
Moving Beyond Food Fear: Your Guide to Sustainable Gut Health
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into the journey of moving beyond food fear to embrace true food freedom while supporting sustainable gut health. This empowering discussion is perfect for anyone who’s struggled with restrictive diets, food reactivity, or chronic gut health challenges. With practical advice, actionable strategies, and a wealth of knowledge, this episode offers a
How to Make Greens Your Gut’s Best Friend: Tips for Sensitive Stomach
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa Simpson a Gut Health Dietitian and Food-first digestive health coach, dives into how to make greens your gut's best friend. Instead of focusing on what to eliminate from your diet, Alyssa emphasizes how to include greens in ways that support gut health without discomfort. Whether you're navigating IBS, SIBO, or histamine intolerance, this episode i
Gut Health 101: Why You’re Seeing Undigested Food in Your Stool (And What to Do About It)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into the often-overlooked but crucial signals your gut sends through undigested food in your stool. Whether you’ve noticed corn kernels or spinach leaves making an encore in your toilet, this episode explains what’s normal, what’s not, and what your digestive system might be trying to tell you. From understanding the role of stomach acid and diges
Non-Seed Oils: The Best Alternatives for Gut Health and Inflammation
Send us Fan MailCooking oils play a huge role in your gut health, inflammation, and overall well-being, but not all oils are created equal! In this episode, Alyssa breaks down everything you need to know about non-seed oils like avocado oil, olive oil, and ghee, explaining how they compare to traditional seed oils.Learn how omega-6 and omega-3 fats affect your digestion and heart health, plus disc
Healing Skin from Within: The Gut-Brain-Skin Link with Dr. Barbara Paldus
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa Simpson engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Barbara Paldus, a Stanford-trained Ph.D. scientist, biotech engineer, and founder of Codex Labs and Decode Me. They explore the intricate relationship between gut health and skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and rosacea, emphasizing the critical role of the microbiome.You will gain actionable insights into
Why Green Bananas Are Better for Your Gut Than Ripe Ones
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives into the surprising gut-healing benefits of green bananas and green banana flour. From resistant starch to gut-friendly recipes, this episode provides practical tips and insights for anyone struggling with bloating, digestion, or food sensitivities. The conversation highlights how resistant starch nourishes your gut microbiome and offers a natural way
Why Your Fiber Intake Might Be Making Gut Issues Worse
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa unravels the common misconceptions about fiber and gut health, especially for those struggling with bloating, constipation, or irregularity. If you’ve ever tried adding more fiber to your diet only to feel worse, this episode explains why that happens and how to fix it.Resources:DM “GUT CHECK” on Alyssa’s Instagram for a personalized quiz and free guides to
Gut Health 101: Breaking Free from Stomach Acidity & Gastritis
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into the root causes of gut health issues like acid reflux, gastritis, and chronic stomach discomfort. Drawing from personal experience and expert insights, Alyssa explores how chronic stress disrupts digestion, affects stomach acid production, and weakens the protective mucus barrier of the stomach lining. This episode provides actionable tips to
Unlocking the Brain-Gut Connection: How Trauma Affects Gut Health with Mandi Dickey
Send us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode, host Alyssa Simpson is joined by Mandi Dickey, a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner (nearly all in neurology) with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, to delve into the powerful connection between the brain and gut. Together, they discuss how neurological health, particularly brain trauma, can profoundly affect gut function. Mandi’s personal exp
The Best (and Worst) Gluten-Free Pastas for Your Gut Health
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa uncovers the surprising truth about gluten-free products, common digestive reactions like fructan intolerance, and how to choose the best pasta for your gut health. This episode is perfect for anyone managing celiac disease, IBS, or following low-FODMAP diets!What You’ll Learn:Why gluten-free doesn’t always mean healthier.The best and worst gluten-free pasta
How to Feel Good in Your Body While Healing Your Gut
Send us Fan MailAre you tired of feeling like your gut symptoms define you? Bloating, IBS, GERD, and other digestive challenges can affect more than just your physical health—they impact your confidence and self-worth. In this episode, Alyssa shares mindset shifts and practical tools to help you feel good in your body, no matter where you are in your gut health journey.In This Episode, You’ll Lear
Gut Health 101: Spotting and Addressing the Early Signs of Gut Dysfunction
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa takes a deep dive into gut health, uncovering why so many people struggle with bloating, food sensitivities, and digestive discomfort—and what you can do to heal your gut naturally. If you've ever wondered why certain foods trigger symptoms, why your digestion feels off, or how to restore your microbiome, this episode is packed with science-backed strat
Why Your Bloating Remedies Aren’t Working (and What Actually Does!)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Alyssa Simpson, a registered dietitian and functional nutritionist, dives into one of the most frustrating and common digestive issues—bloating. Alyssa explains why popular remedies like food elimination, probiotics, and digestive enzymes don’t always work and shares practical, science-backed strategies to relieve bloating for good. Whether your bloating is ca
Gut Health 101: Allergies, Sensitivities, and Intolerances Explained
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa unpacks the tricky relationship between diet and gut health. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s the food you eat or an underlying gut issue causing your symptoms, you’re not alone! From explaining the differences between allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances to practical tips for elimination diets, this episode is packed with insights to help you fee
Managing the Emotional Rollercoaster of Dealing with Chronic Gut Issues
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa discusses the emotional toll of managing chronic gut issues and offers actionable strategies for lasting relief. Drawing from her own experience with acid reflux and her work with clients, Alyssa shares relatable insights and realistic tips for regaining control of your gut health. She explores the connection between stress and digestive symptoms, helping yo
The Complete Guide to FODMAP Reintroduction
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa breaks down the FODMAP reintroduction process step by step, sharing practical tips to help you pinpoint food triggers, and build a personalized diet that supports your gut health. If you’ve been stuck in the Low FODMAP Elimination Phase, this episode is your freedom to enjoy more foods without triggering symptoms. Resources mentioned:FODMAP Reintroduction Ph
The Complete Guide to the Low FODMAP Elimination Phase + 30-Day Menu Plan
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa unpacks the transformative power of the low FODMAP diet for managing IBS and improving gut health. Learn what FODMAPs are, why they matter, and how to implement this evidence-based approach to reduce digestive symptoms.Discover practical tips for meal planning, navigating social situations, and staying motivated during the elimination phase. Plus, hear about
Heal Your Gut: How to Break the Cycle of Over-Restrictive Diets
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives deep into breaking the cycle of restrictive diets and shares actionable steps to heal your gut without over-limiting your food choices. As a Gut Health Dietitian, she shares insights on why elimination diets are just a starting point, the dangers of staying in restriction mode, and the importance of microbiome diversity. What You'll Learn:Why res
Unlocking the Hidden Messages in Your Food Reactions with Dr. Alexis Sams
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Gut Health Dialogues, Alyssa Simpson chats with Dr. Alexis Sams, a holistic physical therapist, food allergy specialist, and founder of Renatrition Wellness. Dr. Sams takes us deep into the world of food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances—exploring how these are often symptoms of deeper issues rather than permanent conditions. With her signature FoodC
What to Eat During an Acid Reflux Attack
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa opens up about her personal journey with acid reflux. From identifying surprising triggers to discovering foods that soothe and heal, Alyssa shares everything she has learned to help you manage and even overcome acid reflux. Learn about the hidden triggers, different root causes, and actionable tips to soothe and heal your gut.Resources mentioned: 7-day Acid
Daniella’s Journey: From SIBO and EPI to a Gut Health Breakthrough
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, you will learn the story of Daniella, one of Alyssa’s clients,who spent nearly four years battling multiple digestive conditions. Despite seeing multiple doctors and trying various treatments, she continued to suffer. Her determination to find answers led her to work with Alyssa, ultimately discovering that her symptoms were primarily related to pancreatic insuffic
7 Tips to Maintain Gut Health While Traveling
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa dives into practical, proven strategies to maintain healthy digestion while on the road, in the air, or on vacation. From essential travel kits to tips for eating out, managing stress, and staying hydrated, you'll discover actionable advice to keep your gut happy and flares at bay. Whether you're dealing with IBS, following a low-FODMAP diet, or ju
The Art of Gentle Healing: How Myofascial and Visceral Therapies Transform Gut Health
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Gut Health Dialogues, we’re diving deep into the transformative power of myofascial release with our guest expert, Nelin Krull. Nelin shares practical techniques and expert insights into how myofascial release can relieve abdominal adhesions, reduce chronic pain, and support digestive health. From self-care practices you can try at home to understanding how f
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Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Orlena Kerek, a renowned health coach and host of the podcast Fit and Fabulous at 40 and Beyond. If you’ve been struggling with weight loss, energy crashes, or cravings, this episode is packed with relatable stories and actionable tips to help you create healthier habits. By addressing the root causes of your health challenges, you’ll not only s
What GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications Mean for Your Digestion with Dr. Lindsay Ogle
Send us Fan MailCould GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy hold the key to sustainable weight loss while improving your digestion? Or are they just another buzzworthy health trend?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Lindsay Ogle, MD—a board-certified family and obesity medicine physician—to demystify GLP-1 therapies. We explore how these medications affect not just weight loss but also diges
How Healing SIBO Leads to Sustainable Weight Loss
Send us Fan MailAre you ready to feel lighter, energized, and in control of your body again? This episode is your roadmap to achieving relief from stubborn bloating, unpredictable weight changes, and fatigue—all by addressing your gut health.Alyssa dives into the transformative power of understanding the link between SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and weight gain. In this episode, Al
Decoding The Gut-Autoimmune Link with Lindsey Parsons
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alyssa sits down with Lindsey Parsons, EdD, to dive into the powerful ways that improving your gut health can transform your overall well-being. Lindsey, a Certified Health Coach, opens up about her own journey into health coaching and her passion for helping people heal naturally from gut and autoimmune issues.Together, we explore the often-hidden connections betw
Gut-Friendly Thanksgiving Part 6 of 6 - How to Find Balance After Overindulging
Send us Fan MailIn today’s episode, I’m talking about how to recover with ease after indulging a little too much—without the guilt or discomfort. The holidays are meant to be enjoyed, but overindulgence often leads to uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn, bloating, and regurgitation. Whether it’s that second slice of pie or those extra helpings of holiday casseroles, we’ve all been there. So, wha
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