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The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome

The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut Microbiome

Lindsey Parsons 178 Episodes Sep 29, 2026

Host Lindsey Parsons interviews functional and integrative medicine professionals, patients, and scientists about the gut microbiome. The show explores current research and treatment approaches for IBS, IBD, candida, constipation, diarrhea, GERD, gastritis, SIBO, and other digestive issues. Episodes also cover patients' experiences with fecal microbiota transplantation, both in clinics and do-it-yourself. It examines how the gut microbiome affects not only digestion but also cardiovascular and mental health, autoimmune diseases, skin conditions, and overweight or obesity.

Episodes

Eczema, Gut Health and Nervous-System Regulation with Krysta Harcus, CFN
Eczema, Gut Health and Nervous-System Regulation with Krysta Harcus, CFN Sep 29, 2026 29:06 How do gut health and stress fit into healing skin issues like eczema and psoriasis? Krysta Harcus, CFN, shares her Reclaim Radiance method, beginning with nervous-system regulation and building on dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, supplements and mindset work. We discuss gradual food swaps, everyday calming practices, topical steroid withdrawal, how long healing takes and why testing is op
A Foundational Approach to IBD: Gut Repair, Drainage and Mycotoxins with Dane Johnson
A Foundational Approach to IBD: Gut Repair, Drainage and Mycotoxins with Dane Johnson Sep 15, 2026 01:02:54 Dane Johnson, Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, shares his journey from severe inflammatory bowel disease and a near-death health crisis to rebuilding his health. We discuss his foundational approach to IBD, including enhancing digestion, repairing the gut lining, rebuilding the microbiome, reducing inflammation and gradually increasing fiber. Dane also explains why he prioritizes opening th
Candida Overgrowth: Triggers, Symptoms and Treatment with Dean Mitchell, MD
Candida Overgrowth: Triggers, Symptoms and Treatment with Dean Mitchell, MD Sep 1, 2026 38:26 Candida overgrowth may contribute to symptoms ranging from IBS and recurrent vaginitis to brain fog and chronic fatigue. Dean Mitchell, MD, author of "Conquering Candida", discusses how antibiotics, PPIs, stress and microbiome disruption can promote Candida overgrowth, as well as his approach to treatment using diet, antifungals, vitamin therapy and sublingual Candida immunotherapy. He also explo
Voice Scans, Infoceuticals and the Science of Bioenergetic Medicine with Harry Massey
Voice Scans, Infoceuticals and the Science of Bioenergetic Medicine with Harry Massey Aug 11, 2026 52:35 In this episode, Lindsey speaks with Harry Massey, founder of Energy4Life, about bioenergetic approaches to health, including voice scans, infoceuticals and the GEM device. They explore how resonance and informational fields may influence gut health, cellular and mitochondrial function, the research behind these technologies and their potential applications for fatigue, pain, emotional health and
The Nutrition Mistakes Keeping Women Stuck with Elizabeth Aylor, FDN-P
The Nutrition Mistakes Keeping Women Stuck with Elizabeth Aylor, FDN-P Jul 28, 2026 55:20 Are low-fat diets, keto, carnivore, elimination diets, and intermittent fasting doing more harm than good—especially for women? In this episode, functional nutrition practitioner Elizabeth Aylor, FDN-P, explains why restrictive diets can backfire for hormones, thyroid function, metabolism, blood sugar and gut health. We discuss how to support digestion and expand a limited diet, the role of mold
The Overlooked Role of Nutrient Deficiencies in IBS and Gut Dysfunction with Amy Hollenkamp, RD
The Overlooked Role of Nutrient Deficiencies in IBS and Gut Dysfunction with Amy Hollenkamp, RD Jul 14, 2026 01:08:14 In this episode, Amy Hollenkamp, RD challenges some common assumptions about gut testing, including the reliability and clinical usefulness of tests like the GI-MAP and SIBO breath testing. We dive into the complexities of post-infectious IBS, discuss prokinetics and the SIBO-antimicrobial rabbit hole, examine how nutrient deficiencies can contribute to digestive symptoms and explore why strength
The Functional Medicine Approach to Graves' Disease and Thyroid Disorders with Dr. Eric Osansky
The Functional Medicine Approach to Graves' Disease and Thyroid Disorders with Dr. Eric Osansky Jun 30, 2026 53:59 Dr. Eric Osansky shares his personal journey overcoming Graves' disease and discusses the root causes of both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, including gut health, stress and environmental triggers. He also covers dietary strategies and natural approaches to managing symptoms and supporting thyroid health. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune dise
The New Food Pyramid: The Good, the Missing and the Hopeful with Reed Davis, HHP, DNT
The New Food Pyramid: The Good, the Missing and the Hopeful with Reed Davis, HHP, DNT Jun 9, 2026 53:26 The food pyramid has been flipped - but does it go far enough? In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, to unpack the biggest shake-up in the U.S. dietary guidelines in decades. From the rise of protein and healthy fats to the demotion of grains, Reed and Lindsey break down what the new guidelines mean for your gut, your metabolism and your l
The Science of Habits for Autoimmune Healing with Amy Behimer, PharmD
The Science of Habits for Autoimmune Healing with Amy Behimer, PharmD May 26, 2026 01:03:22 Amy Behimer, PharmD shares her journey from multiple autoimmune diagnoses including MS, to building sustainable habits that transformed her health. We discuss gut health, constipation, dopamine-driven cravings, mindset shifts and why small lifestyle changes are often the key to long-term healing. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally.
Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally: Root Cause Healing with Josh Dech
Reversing Crohn's and Colitis Naturally: Root Cause Healing with Josh Dech May 12, 2026 01:02:31 In this episode, Josh Dech shares his personal journey from years of severe gut issues and chronic inflammation to healing his digestive health naturally. He and Lindsey dive into the root causes behind Crohn's disease and colitis and how they relate to IBS, SIBO, mold exposure, parasites, immune dysfunction and the gut microbiome - challenging the idea that chronic gut disease is simply genetic
Human Milk Oligosaccharides and the Future of Gut-Brain-Immune Therapies with Alex Martinez
Human Milk Oligosaccharides and the Future of Gut-Brain-Immune Therapies with Alex Martinez Apr 28, 2026 55:12 What if the key to brain health, immunity and chronic disease isn't in the brain at all - but in the gut? In this episode, we explore human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), powerful bioactive sugars in breast milk that shape the microbiome, regulate immune function and may influence conditions like Parkinson's, autism, IBD, food allergies, eczema and more. We dive into how these "molecular signals fr
90% of U.S. Babies Are Missing Key Gut Bacteria - Why It Matters with Stephanie Culler, PhD
90% of U.S. Babies Are Missing Key Gut Bacteria - Why It Matters with Stephanie Culler, PhD Apr 14, 2026 38:09 Learn how the infant gut microbiome is shaped at birth, why many babies today are missing key Bifidobacteria and how it connects to eczema, food allergies and asthma. We discuss how delivery method, breast milk, antibiotics and early-life exposures influence immune development and long-term health, along with emerging research on restoring the infant microbiome through targeted probiotics and preb

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