The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets

Improve Your Health With One Simple Focus: Your Gut

April 30, 2024 Louise Digby Season 1 Episode 62
Improve Your Health With One Simple Focus: Your Gut
The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
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The Thriving Metabolism: Weight Loss Beyond Diets
Improve Your Health With One Simple Focus: Your Gut
Apr 30, 2024 Season 1 Episode 62
Louise Digby

Do you constantly feel bloated, gassy, or just plain uncomfortable after eating?


Are you tired of stressing about what foods might trigger your stomach issues?


Have you ever wondered if there's a connection between your gut health and your ability to lose or maintain weight?


If you're nodding to any of these questions, this episode is tailor-made for you! 


Join Louise Digby as she talks with Eli Brecher, a registered nutritionist making a big impact in the wellness world. Eli isn't just an expert at creating delicious, gut-friendly recipes — she's also the host of the Gut 360 Podcast. In this episode, she's sharing her unique 360-degree approach to gut health, and you won't believe the eye-opening connections she makes between the food we eat, our mood, and our ability to manage weight.


If you're ready to get to the root of your digestive struggles and start living your best life in every possible way, you won't want to miss a minute of this episode!


Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?


Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1


FINAL –TOPICS COVERED–

00:00 - Episode start

00:31 - Eli’s personal health journey with Crohn’s disease, which led her to the field of nutrition

03:09 - How gut health ties into metabolism and weight management

05:11 - Is your gut to blame? Signs you need to pay attention to gut health

07:14 - Factors contributing to an imbalanced gut microbiome

09:40 - Tips on increasing fibre intake gradually to avoid issues like bloating and gas

​​11:30 - Food prep methods that could make or break gut-friendly eating

12:17-  The role of hormones in relation to gut health

14:48 - Why stress management is a big part of restoring balance in the gut

15:49 - Core foundations for optimising gut health

17:36 - The need for diversity in plant-based foods to support a healthy gut 

19:58 -  Recent research findings and developments in the field of gut health

21:54 - Why weight management goes beyond calories and looks at deeper physiological factors

23:45 - Benefits and considerations of personalised gut tests like ZOE

26:56 - Why aiming for a steady blood glucose pattern is a big misconception

27:21 - How your body naturally regulates blood sugar levels

29:46 - How to connect with Eli Brecher and learn more about her work


Reach Louise via the links below:



Connect with Eli Brecher on:

Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?

Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet, here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1

Show Notes

Do you constantly feel bloated, gassy, or just plain uncomfortable after eating?


Are you tired of stressing about what foods might trigger your stomach issues?


Have you ever wondered if there's a connection between your gut health and your ability to lose or maintain weight?


If you're nodding to any of these questions, this episode is tailor-made for you! 


Join Louise Digby as she talks with Eli Brecher, a registered nutritionist making a big impact in the wellness world. Eli isn't just an expert at creating delicious, gut-friendly recipes — she's also the host of the Gut 360 Podcast. In this episode, she's sharing her unique 360-degree approach to gut health, and you won't believe the eye-opening connections she makes between the food we eat, our mood, and our ability to manage weight.


If you're ready to get to the root of your digestive struggles and start living your best life in every possible way, you won't want to miss a minute of this episode!


Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?


Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1


FINAL –TOPICS COVERED–

00:00 - Episode start

00:31 - Eli’s personal health journey with Crohn’s disease, which led her to the field of nutrition

03:09 - How gut health ties into metabolism and weight management

05:11 - Is your gut to blame? Signs you need to pay attention to gut health

07:14 - Factors contributing to an imbalanced gut microbiome

09:40 - Tips on increasing fibre intake gradually to avoid issues like bloating and gas

​​11:30 - Food prep methods that could make or break gut-friendly eating

12:17-  The role of hormones in relation to gut health

14:48 - Why stress management is a big part of restoring balance in the gut

15:49 - Core foundations for optimising gut health

17:36 - The need for diversity in plant-based foods to support a healthy gut 

19:58 -  Recent research findings and developments in the field of gut health

21:54 - Why weight management goes beyond calories and looks at deeper physiological factors

23:45 - Benefits and considerations of personalised gut tests like ZOE

26:56 - Why aiming for a steady blood glucose pattern is a big misconception

27:21 - How your body naturally regulates blood sugar levels

29:46 - How to connect with Eli Brecher and learn more about her work


Reach Louise via the links below:



Connect with Eli Brecher on:

Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss?

Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet, here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1