What the Gut

In this episode, I got to talk with Georges Cordoba, a stage four melanoma survivor who has been cancer-free for 12 years. Georges shares his incredible journey of battling advanced melanoma with brain metastasis, undergoing multiple surgeries, and ultimately turning to holistic and natural healing methods. He discusses the profound impact of mindset, faith, nutrition, and holistic practices on his recovery, and how he now dedicate...

In this podcast episode, Alex Vieira, an occupational therapist specializing in helping mothers manage chronic stress and burnout joins Allison. The conversation dives into Alex's journey from pediatric occupational therapy to focusing on moms' nervous system regulation. Alex shares her holistic approach, which includes educating women about the sensory system and embedding daily practices to help them thrive as parents. The episod...

In this episode, Allison interviews Cathy Cooke, BBEC, EMRS, BCHN, CRMI,  founder and owner of Whole Home and Body Health. Cathy, a board-certified holistic nutritionist, mold inspector, and environmental consultant discusses her journey into the field after battling Lyme disease. She explains the impact of environmental factors such as mold, air quality, and electromagnetic fields (EMF) on chronic health issues and offers practica...

In this episode, I sit down with Nichole, a seasoned educator and practitioner in foundational medicine with 28 years of experience. Nichole shares her unique approach to health care, empowering providers and clients through compassionate care and the innovative practice of muscle testing. She candidly discusses her personal journey from her early aspirations of becoming a doctor to navigating her mother's illness and eventually fi...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, dives deep into the importance of breathwork with renowned guest Sachin Patel, a functional medicine practitioner, speaker, and author. Sachin explains the critical role of breathing in regulating the nervous system, enhancing digestion, and improving overall health. He emphasizes the parasympathetic nervous system's significance in bod...

Join Allison in an engaging conversation with Dr. Alireza Panahpour, DDS, a leader in holistic and biological dentistry. Dr. Panahpour shares insights from his 25 years of experience, explaining his integrated approach to dental care which considers diet, immune health, and structural integrity. The discussion covers topics such as the systemic effects of oral health, the importance of thorough research when choosing a holistic den...

In this episode of the What the Gut podcast, host Allison interviews Hannah Burke, CNP to discuss her journey from hormonal imbalances and gut issues to reclaiming her health through holistic nutrition. They explore the connection between the gut and skin, focusing on acne as an inflammatory condition influenced by hormones and gut health. Hannah shares practical tips on managing and preventing acne, the importance of gut health, d...

This episode of the What the Gut Podcast features a conversation with Shaela Daugherty, a certified personal trainer passionate about empowering women to achieve health and fitness regardless of life's seasons. They debunk the myth that there needs to be a 'perfect time' to focus on fitness, exploring how discipline and small starts can lead to lifelong wellness habits. The conversation highlights the mental aspect of fitness, advo...

This episode of the What the Gut Podcast features Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, interviewing Dr. Emily Plasker, a chiropractor and integrative health practitioner who specializes in root cause approaches to healing. Dr. Emily shares her personal journey from struggling with food sensitivities, debilitating anxiety, and being diagnosed with celiac disease, to uncovering the root causes of her health issues through d...

In this episode of the What the Gut podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, interviews Krissy McKee—a champion of holistic health and advocate for spiritual growth. Krissy shares her profound journey of overcoming thyroid issues, secondary infertility, and raising four children. She discusses her struggles and triumphs with health, faith, and balancing motherhood. Krissy discusses the power of spiritual discipl...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, engages in an insightful conversation with Mallory Jacks, a retired doula and coach for health and wellness entrepreneurs. They discuss the profound impact of trauma stored in the body, the significance of nervous system regulation, and practical strategies for busy moms to achieve holistic wellness. Mallory shares her personal journey ...

In this episode of What the Gut, Allison chats with Carter Hood, a functional medicine health coach and Faster Way program coach, who shares her personal journey from marketing and design to health coaching. Carter highlights the importance of proper nutrition, understanding gut health, and unlearning diet culture myths. They discuss common health challenges, functional medicine principles, and practical steps women can take to imp...

This episode features Becky Giannini, a God-fearing, homesteading, homeschooling single mother who has overcome Lyme disease through natural methods. She shares her profound journey of faith, motherhood, and embracing a holistic, toxic-free lifestyle. Her story includes battling Lyme disease from a young age, managing symptoms through home remedies and natural detoxification methods, and transforming her life and environment to pro...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, welcomes Jennifer Takagi, an expert in energy healing, to discuss her journey and methods. Jennifer shares her personal experience with the Oklahoma City bombing, which led her to explore counseling and, eventually, energy healing. She discusses various healing modalities such as Akashic records, Holy Fire Reiki, and the Emotion Code, a...

In this podcast episode, host Allison welcomes Vicki Paris Goodman, a retired mechanical engineer and author of 'To Sam With Love, A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief'. Vicki shares her journey of losing her husband Sam to cancer soon after retiring to Prescott, Arizona, and how, despite the grief, she experienced an unexpected flood of optimism and opportunities that led her to new hobbies and discoveries about herself. S...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, welcomes Regina Roberti, a homeschool mom, holistic health coach, and licensed trainer of advanced conversational hypnosis (ACH). They delve into the principles of ACH, highlighting its effectiveness in solving problems like insomnia by addressing deeper subconscious issues rather than treating symptoms. Regina explains the process of A...

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, host Allison, a holistic health and wellness coach, talks to Meghan Pritchard, a physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and a birth doula based in Mississippi. The discussion focuses on the importance of pelvic health, its deep connection with overall wellness, and its impact on gut health and constipation. Meghan shares her personal and professional insights into pelvic floor ...

This episode of What the Gut features a conversation between host, Allison, and Allison Tharp, a woman's hormone and metabolic health coach. They discuss the importance of managing one's lifestyle factors associated with hormonal health. Such factors include diet, sleep, stress management, and the menstrual cycle. They stress the importance of proactivity in one's health and taking the necessary steps even if the healthcare system ...