S5 E70- The Role of the Gut in Overall Health Taking Back Control of Your Health with Abbie

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Meet Abbie: Abbie is a Registered Nurse, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Restorative Wellness Practitioner, and Clinical Herbalist who specializes in gut health and childhood eczema. Her passion for helping families live holistically comes from her personal health challenges, which led her to move away from allopathic medicine toward a root cause, natural healing approach.

Episode Summary: In this episode, Abbie and Robin dive deep into the connection between gut health and skin conditions like eczema. They explore the power of functional lab testing over traditional methods and how understanding food sensitivities can reduce inflammation. Abbie also highlights the healing power of herbs like nettle and elderberry, offering a holistic alternative to conventional medicine. This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to take control of their health through a holistic approach.

Takeaways

Addressing the root cause of skin issues is crucial for true healing.

The gut plays a central role in overall health, including digestion, nutrient absorption, immune function, and neurotransmitter regulation.

Testing, such as stool testing and neurotransmitter testing, can provide valuable insights into imbalances and sensitivities.

Common food sensitivities associated with eczema include dairy, gluten, eggs, peanuts, and soy.

Reducing inflammation through dietary changes can lead to significant improvements in eczema symptoms. Traditional lab testing often has wide reference ranges and may miss subtle health issues, while functional lab testing provides a more comprehensive view of the body's health.

Holistic and integrative approaches to healthcare focus on supporting the body's natural healing processes and using natural alternatives to medication.

Taking back control of our health and using natural remedies can empower us to live a vibrant and healthy life.

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Where to find Abby:  IG: @_abbiebradford

Alternatively, website: www.myvibranthealth.net

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Sound Bites

"There is such a gap in care for true healing for this specific condition."

"The internal piece that we're talking about specifically is in the gut."

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Chapters

00:00Introduction and Personal Journey

02:19Addressing the Gap in Care for Healing

06:23The Role of the Gut in Overall Health

07:44Healing and the Potential for Remission

18:01Reducing Inflammation and the Importance of Lifestyle Changes

20:23Common Food Sensitivities Associated with Eczema

23:35The Value of Self-Testing and Experimentation

28:36The Limitations of Traditional Lab Testing

29:35The Benefits of Functional Lab Testing

32:16Holistic and Integrative Approaches to Healthcare

33:10The Power of Herbs as Natural Alternatives

47:27Taking Back Control of Your Health

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