Explore every episode of the podcast The Stomach Solution
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| #90: The 4 Functional Labs That Are Helping My Clients Get Rid of Reflux and Heartburn | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:22:55 | |
More testing does not automatically mean more healing. I see so many people who have already spent thousands of dollars on labs and they still have no idea what to do next. Years ago, on my own gut healing journey, that was me too. Today I'm walking through the four labs I keep ordering again and again with clients right now. For each one, I share what it shows us and a real example of what it found for a client. I also explain why I never look at any of these labs on its own. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • Why I add zonulin and Stool OMX to the GI-MAP, and what bile acids and short-chain fatty acids tell me about your gut lining and digestion • How the microbial OAT catches yeast that a stool test can miss (my favorite practitioner hack) • The thyroid and nutrient pattern behind one postpartum client's bloating and hair loss, and what changed in just six weeks • How the MRT food sensitivity test is different from the ones that flag 40-plus foods, and what it found for a client who was only eating about five foods Links & Resources Mentioned: • Episode 89, Your Thyroid Labs Are "Normal" But You Still Feel Awful (The Gut-Thyroid Connection) Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #89: Your Thyroid Labs Are "Normal" But You Still Feel Awful (The Gut-Thyroid Connection) | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:22:10 | |
If your doctor checked your thyroid and said it's fine, but you're still exhausted, bloated, constipated, and just feeling off, you're not imagining it. Most of the people I work with have a normal TSH and T4 on paper, and a very different story once we run the full thyroid panel. Today we're getting into the gut-thyroid connection. I'm walking through what your doctor is actually testing, why your thyroid hormone can get stuck in a form your body can't use, and how your gut and your thyroid end up slowing each other down. Then I share the four steps I take with clients to break that loop. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • What TSH actually measures (and why it can look perfectly normal while your thyroid is struggling) • How T4 can turn into reverse T3, the inactive form that acts like the brakes on your metabolism • Why low stomach acid, H. pylori, SIBO, and gut inflammation can slow your thyroid down, even when your thyroid itself isn't the problem • How a sluggish thyroid can show up as constipation, bloating, and reflux that doesn't seem to follow any food pattern • The four steps I take with clients, starting with the full thyroid panel you should ask for (and why ordering a dozen thyroid supplements off Amazon isn't one of them) How to Work Together: I'm opening a new, lower-investment coaching package that looks at your thyroid labs and nutrient status. There's no signup page yet, so reach out directly and we'll chat: • Email me: jess@theguthealingninja.com • DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealingninja • Apply for 1:1 coaching (every 1:1 client gets thyroid labs): https://heal.theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #88: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Bloating and Constipation Gone - The Final Episode (Part 5) | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:41:09 | |
Almost a year ago, I started sharing my own gut healing journey with you in real time, without knowing how it would end. Today I get to tell you it ended really, really well. The bloating, gas, and constipation are gone, my 2pm energy crash is gone, and my hair is growing back. In this final episode of the series, I'm recapping where I started, the acupuncture that finally got me past a plateau, and the last two labs I promised you: a whole-genome sequencing stool test I did not love, and a genetics report that explained my gallstone. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #87: Why None of My H Pylori Clients Are on an H Pylori Protocol Right Now | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:19:53 | |
Right now I have at least six clients whose GI-MAP results look almost identical. They all have low levels of H pylori and low levels of beneficial bacteria, plus symptoms that won't quit no matter how many times they've treated the infection. In this episode, I'm walking through what I'm seeing in practice, why treating H pylori over and over without rebuilding your microbiome keeps so many people stuck, and what we're doing instead that's helping these clients feel better. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #86: How Anxiety Destroys Your Gut Health (And 5 Ways to Stop the Cycle) | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:27:40 | |
Gut infections, treatment protocols, and food choices get a lot of airtime in the gut health space. But if you've ever noticed your symptoms flare during a stressful week or spiral alongside your anxiety, this episode is going to explain exactly why, and more importantly, what to do about it. Today we're getting into the science behind the gut-brain connection and five research-backed tools that go straight after the anxiety loop keeping your symptoms stuck. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #85: Real Client Case Study: From Years of H Pylori and Relentless Reflux to Symptom-Free and H Pylori Negative | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:29:48 | |
Today we're not just talking about what's possible when you dig deeper into your gut health. We're showing you. In this episode I'm walking through a real client case from start to finish, including her GI-MAP results, her protocols, and how she went from years of lingering H pylori and relentless reflux to completely symptom-free and H pylori negative after a lot of persistence. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #84: 5 Daily Habits That Form the Foundation of My Gut Health (And My Clients' Too) | 07 Sep 2026 | 00:25:53 | |
Functional labs and treatment protocols get a lot of airtime on this podcast, and for good reason. But today we're doing something a little different. No science, no protocols, no lab deep dives. Just a behind-the-scenes look at the five daily habits that form the actual foundation of my own gut health and the first thing I build with every single client before we do anything else. Because none of the fancy stuff works if this foundation isn't in place first. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #83: Is Histamine the Hidden Driver Behind Your Reflux and LPR? | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:24:24 | |
Histamine is not just an allergy thing. In your gut, it is one of the most powerful triggers of stomach acid production, and when your body cannot clear it fast enough, histamine can be a hidden driver behind reflux and LPR that no antacid or elimination diet ever touches. If you have tried all the usual approaches and your symptoms still won't budge, this episode might be the missing piece you've been looking for. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #82: Hot Take: Why You Don't Need to Fully Eradicate H Pylori to Feel Better | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:18:14 | |
Today we're diving into the idea that you need to fully eradicate H pylori in order to feel better. This is one of the most common beliefs driving people to spend thousands of dollars on treatment protocols that leave them right back where they started. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #81: 3 Sneaky Causes of Stomach Pain and Bloating After Meals (That Have Nothing to Do With Gut Infections) | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:23:06 | |
If you're still dealing with stomach pain and bloating after meals even after cleaning up your diet, adding supplements, and treating a gut infection, this episode might be the most important one you listen to this week. Because the thing driving your symptoms after meals might not show up on a single lab test. Today we're getting into three sneaky causes of post-meal symptoms that are completely free to fix and entirely within your control, and at least one of them is probably calling you out right now. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #80: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Mold Success, Thyroid Surprises, and More Gallbladder Drama (Part 4) | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:30:17 | |
It has been a while, and there is a lot to catch up on. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the latest chapter of my own gut healing journey, including my OAT retest results after treating mold and candida, what my thyroid labs and HTMA revealed that completely changed my energy, and the gallbladder situation that had me running straight to my doctor for an ultrasound. This one is part personal update, part functional lab deep dive, and a good reminder that healing is rarely a straight line. In This Episode:
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Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #79: Your Next Step To Resolve Your Reflux & Heartburn (Summer Podcast Series Episode 12) | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:10:57 | |
We've spent this entire series pulling apart everything you thought you knew about reflux and heartburn - everything from the food myths and the stomach acid story, to the protocols that keep people stuck. And today, in our final episode, we're talking about what it actually takes to move forward and what's available to you when you're ready to stop going in circles and start healing for real. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #78: What Life Looks Like When Your Stomach Finally Heals (Summer Podcast Series Episode 11) | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:09:36 | |
When you've been managing reflux and heartburn for a long time, it's easy to forget what it felt like when digestion just worked. When food was just food and when going out to dinner didn't require a plan. Today I want to slow things down and paint a picture of what life looks like on the other side of this, because healing is possible, and you deserve to let yourself imagine it. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #77: What Most People Get Wrong About Healing Reflux & Heartburn (Summer Podcast Series Episode 10) | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:12:23 | |
There is a lot of advice out there about healing reflux and heartburn, and some of the most popular ideas are the ones doing the most damage. If you've been trying to heal your stomach but keep hitting dead ends, there's a good chance one of these misconceptions is quietly working against you. Today we're unpacking the four biggest beliefs that keep people stuck, and why letting go of them is often what finally moves things forward. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #76: The Real Reason Your Reflux Won't Go Away for Good (Summer Podcast Series Episode 9) | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:09:57 | |
There's a particular kind of discouragement that comes from trying everything and still feeling stuck. If that's where you are right now, this episode is for you. Today we're getting into the real reason most reflux and heartburn protocols don't stick, and why that has nothing to do with your body being broken or you not trying hard enough. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #75: Why Some People Heal from Reflux Faster Than Others (Summer Podcast Series Episode 8) | 06 Jul 2026 | 00:10:45 | |
You've followed the advice. You've tried the supplements. You've read the success stories and done exactly what worked for someone else. So why are you still stuck? This episode is dedicated to answering that question. The difference between people who start seeing lasting improvement and people who stay stuck managing symptoms for years usually comes down to one thing, and it's probably not what you think. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #74: The Surprising Connection Between Constipation, Burping, and Reflux (Summer Podcast Series Episode 7) | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:11:52 | |
If you've been doing everything right for your reflux and heartburn and still can't figure out why symptoms keep showing up, the answer might not be in your stomach at all. In this episode, we're talking about one of the most overlooked drivers of upper digestive symptoms: constipation and slow motility. What's happening further down in your digestive tract can have everything to do with how your stomach feels after meals, and once you understand this connection, a lot of things that felt confusing will finally start to click. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #73: Why Meals Trigger Your Symptoms - And 3 Things to Do About It (Summer Podcast Series Episode 6) | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:16:44 | |
Most people assume their post-meal symptoms are about the food. But more often, it's about how your stomach is functioning when you sit down to eat. If mealtime has started to feel like something you have to brace for, this episode is for you. Today I'm breaking down the real reasons meals trigger reflux and heartburn, and three realistic strategies you can start using right away to feel better after eating without cutting out more foods or adding more supplements. What You'll Learn in This Episode:
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| #72: Why Most Reflux Protocols Fail (Summer Podcast Series Episode 5) | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:16:05 | |
Most reflux and heartburn protocols fail not because the people following them aren't trying hard enough, but because the protocols are missing a clear framework that actually addresses what's driving symptoms in the first place. In this episode, I'm walking you through the three things your stomach actually needs to heal and why getting all three pieces working together is what finally moves the needle when everything else has fallen short. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #71: The Hidden Driver of Reflux That Most Doctors Ignore (Summer Podcast Series Episode 4) | 08 Jun 2026 | 00:15:23 | |
If your reflux and heartburn feel completely unpredictable, like your symptoms flare even when you haven't changed a single thing about your diet, this episode is going to explain why. Your symptoms are not random. They are your body responding to things happening beneath the surface that most people are never told to look at. Today, we're talking about the hidden drivers of reflux and heartburn that go way beyond food and stomach acid, and why understanding this piece is what finally makes everything start to make sense. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #70: Why Eliminating More Foods Rarely Fixes Reflux & Heartburn (Summer Podcast Series Episode 3) | 01 Jun 2026 | 00:12:31 | |
If your list of foods you can't eat just keeps getting longer and you're still not feeling any better, this episode is going to give you some freedom back into your life. Food elimination can absolutely help you get through the day with fewer symptoms, but it is not actually solving anything. Today we're talking about why avoiding more and more foods rarely fixes reflux and heartburn for good, why food is feedback and not the root problem, and what actually needs to happen so you can stop tiptoeing around every meal and start enjoying food with your family again. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #69: The Dangerous Myth About Reflux & Heartburn That Keeps People Stuck (Summer Podcast Series Episode 2) | 25 May 2026 | 00:14:44 | |
If you've been told your reflux and heartburn are caused by too much stomach acid, and you've tried everything to reduce it, but your symptoms just won't go away, this episode is going to reframe everything for you. Because that explanation you were given is incomplete, and for a lot of women, it's actually what's keeping them stuck. In this episode, we're digging into one of the most common myths around reflux and heartburn, why the "too much acid" story doesn't hold up, and what's actually going on in your body when symptoms keep coming back no matter what you do. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #68: The Truth About Why Your Reflux Won't Go Away (Summer Podcast Series Episode 1) | 18 May 2026 | 00:15:48 | |
If you feel like you've been doing everything right for your reflux and heartburn and your symptoms just keep coming back anyway, this episode is for you. Because the reason you're stuck is not that you haven't tried hard enough or that your body is broken. It's that most of the advice out there is only working on the very surface of what's actually going on. In this episode, kicking off a brand new 12-part summer series, I'm breaking down why reflux and heartburn keep coming back even when you're following all the rules, and what actually needs to shift so you can stop managing your symptoms every single day and start getting real, lasting relief. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #67: The 7 Sneaky Signs You Have Low Stomach Acid | 04 May 2026 | 00:29:46 | |
What if the burning, bloating, reflux, and nutrient deficiencies that keep showing up despite everything you're doing are all being caused by not enough stomach acid? If that sounds counterintuitive, you're not alone. Low stomach acid is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked drivers of gut symptoms, and today I'm walking you through seven signs that your body might be dealing with it right now. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #66: [Live Case Study Replay] Seeing the Power of Functional Labs to Improve Your Health | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:47:26 | |
In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a live case study training where I break down exactly why surface-level strategies like restrictive diets and supplements aren’t enough to create lasting healing. You’ll hear a real client case study and see how we went from daily nausea and food restrictions to full symptom resolution… not by doing more, but by finally addressing what was actually driving her symptoms. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing doesn’t come from trying harder. It comes from getting the right data and applying the right strategy. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #65: Why Diets and Supplements Haven’t Calmed Your Reflux (And What to Do Instead) | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:24:25 | |
If you've tried cutting out trigger foods, adding supplements, and doing everything the internet tells you to do for your reflux and heartburn, and you're still not getting lasting relief, this episode is going to explain exactly why. Because the problem is not that you haven't tried hard enough. It's that the tools most people rely on were never designed to fix the actual problem. In this episode, I'm breaking down why diet changes and supplements keep so many people stuck in a cycle, what is actually driving your symptoms underneath the surface, and why functional lab testing is the piece that finally makes everything click. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #64: 4 Things to Stop Doing If You're Doing Everything Right But Still Stuck With Reflux and Heartburn | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:30:03 | |
If you've been doing everything you can think of to manage your reflux and heartburn, trying the safe food lists, the supplements, the specialist appointments, and still can't get lasting relief, this episode is for you. Because the problem isn't that you're not trying hard enough. It's that the strategies most people rely on are keeping you stuck on the surface, and real healing requires going deeper. In this episode, I'm walking you through four common strategies that feel like progress but are actually keeping you from getting lasting relief, and what to do instead so you can stop managing your symptoms and start healing the root cause. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #63: How the GI-MAP Resolved My Client’s Persistent Reflux | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:24:56 | |
If you’ve been doing everything “right” for your stomach… changing your diet, adding supplements, trying protocols… and still not getting answers, this episode is for you. Because the problem might not be that you need to try harder. It might be that you’re missing the right data. In this episode, I’m breaking down how the GI-MAP stool test works, what it actually shows, and why it can completely change the direction of your healing. I’m also walking you through a real client case study so you can see exactly what this looks like in practice and what’s actually possible when you stop guessing and start getting answers. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #62: Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Gut Healing - What the Research Says & My Vagustim Review | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:35:45 | |
If you’ve been hearing about vagus nerve stimulation and wondering if it’s actually worth it… or just another wellness trend, this episode is for you. Because when you’re dealing with reflux, heartburn, IBS-like symptoms, or ongoing stomach issues, you don’t need another trendy tool. You need to understand what’s actually happening in your body and what will truly move the needle. In this episode, I’m breaking down how vagus nerve stimulation works, what the research actually shows, and where devices like Vagustim fit into a real gut healing strategy. I also share my personal experience using it, what I’ve noticed so far, and who this type of tool may actually benefit. In This Episode, We Cover:
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| #61: The Symptom Relief Trap - Are you actually resolving your symptoms... or just wasting your time? | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:16:31 | |
If you’ve been doing all the things for your gut, trying different diets, adding supplements, following protocols, and still find yourself stuck in a cycle where symptoms improve for a little while and then come right back, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain: the symptom relief trap. Because there’s a big difference between something that is actually helping your body heal and something that is simply covering up symptoms for a little while. And once you understand that difference, you can stop chasing temporary fixes and start focusing on what really leads to lasting healing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you feel like you’ve been bouncing between short-term wins and frustrating setbacks, this episode will help you understand why and show you a better way to move forward. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode:
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| #60: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Dead Ends Lead to the Best Actions and a Buc-ee's Bathroom Fan (Part 3) | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:37:24 | |
Healing rarely moves in a straight line. Sometimes it’s progress, sometimes it’s setbacks, and sometimes it’s discovering things you never expected. In this third update of my Healing My Gut in Real Time series, I’m sharing everything that’s unfolded behind the scenes since the last episode. From uncovering a mold exposure through my OAT test to having a practitioner consultation that completely crashed and burned… this chapter of the journey has been a little chaotic. But that’s also what real healing often looks like. In this episode, I’m giving you an honest look at the ups and downs of working through complex gut issues, along with some clinical insights into the labs I’ve been running on myself and what they’re revealing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’re in the middle of your own healing journey and it feels messy, unpredictable, or slower than you hoped, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone. Progress often comes from the detours just as much as the plan. Catch Up On the Previous Episodes in This Series: Part 1: Episode 49 - Healing My Gut in Real Time: Symptoms, Stress, and First Steps Part 2: Episode 53 - Healing My Gut in Real Time: GI-MAP Results, My Protocol, and a Big Pivot 🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode: Follow and Connect with Me: | |||
| #59: Why an FDNP Is the Best Practitioner to Support Your Ability to Heal | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:21:22 | |
If you’ve worked with multiple practitioners, tried different protocols, and still feel like you’re missing the bigger picture of why your body isn’t healing, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m sharing why working with a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDNP) can be such a turning point, not because it’s trendy or different for the sake of being different, but because this approach actually connects labs, symptoms, stress, and real-life context in a way most models and other practitioners don’t. I also share how working with an FDNP completely changed my own health when nothing else had, and the core principles that guide how we help the body heal at its root. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or confused about why nothing seems to work, this episode will help you understand what might be missing and why your body may need a different kind of support. 🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode:
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| #58: [Live Training Clip] The 3 Biggest Roadblocks Keeping Reflux and Heartburn Stuck | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:15:43 | |
Today’s episode is a special clip pulled from a live training I hosted, where I walk you through the three most common roadblocks I see in people who are still dealing with reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain, even after treating H pylori or always testing negative. If you’ve been doing all the “right” things but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand why and show you where the real work needs to happen so you can finally move forward. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If it feels like you’ve hit nothing but dead ends, this episode will help you spot the hidden patterns keeping your symptoms in place and give you a clearer path forward. Follow and Connect with Me: | |||
| #57: Silent Reflux Explained - How to Calm Throat Symptoms When Heartburn Isn’t the Problem | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:23:51 | |
If you’re dealing with throat symptoms that don’t quite make sense and classic reflux advice hasn’t helped, this episode is for you. Today, we’re breaking down LPR (laryngopharyngeal reflux), also known as silent reflux, why it looks so different from typical heartburn, and how these symptoms are often tied to digestion, stress, and nervous system patterns that get overlooked. My goal in this episode is to help this all finally click so you can stop guessing and start calming your symptoms in a way that actually works. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’ve been stuck managing symptoms without clear answers, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and what to focus on next. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode:
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| #56: Reflux After H Pylori - Why Symptoms Linger and What to Do Next | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:22:12 | |
If you’ve already treated H pylori, or you never had it in the first place, and reflux or heartburn are still running the show, this episode is for you. Because lingering symptoms don’t mean you failed treatment. And they don’t automatically mean something was missed. More often than not, these symptoms mean your focus needs to shift. In this episode, I’m breaking down why symptoms can stick around even after a treatment protocol, and what actually needs to happen for your stomach to fully recover so you can finally get out of the cycle of managing symptoms and start feeling stable again. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’ve been told your tests are “normal” but your body still doesn’t feel right, this episode will help you understand why and what to do next. Register for my Free Live Training on February 17th Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #55: Gut Health Q&A - Real Answers to H Pylori, SIBO, and Lingering Symptoms | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:16:21 | |
In this Q&A episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m answering some of the most common and most misunderstood questions I get about gut health. From navigating H pylori with a fragile microbiome to understanding why SIBO keeps coming back, we’re digging into real-life scenarios with root-cause focused answers. If you’ve been feeling confused, stuck, or overwhelmed by conflicting advice, this episode will help you zoom out, understand what actually matters, and make sense of what your body is doing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
This episode is all about clarity, strategy, and doing things in the right order so you can stop chasing symptoms and start moving forward with confidence. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: Apply to work with me 1:1 → https://theguthealingninja.com/apply Goodbye Stomach Symptoms (opening soon) Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #54: The Biggest GI-MAP Protocol Mistakes (And How to Use It the Right Way) | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:17:39 | |
If your GI-MAP results ever led to a protocol that made you feel worse, or just didn’t work, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Getting Well Again Podcast, I’m breaking down the three most common mistakes I see practitioners make when interpreting GI-MAP results. These missteps don’t just lead to ineffective protocols… they can actually stall your progress, drain your energy, and keep you stuck in the same frustrating symptom cycle. But with the right lens and strategy, your GI-MAP can become a powerful tool for lasting relief. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’re tired of protocol after protocol and want to understand why you’re still symptomatic, this episode will help you take back control of your gut healing journey. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: [Apply to Work with Me 1:1] Build a custom strategy that actually works → theguthealingninja.com/apply 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #53: Healing My Gut in Real Time: GI-MAP Results, My Protocol, and a Big Pivot (Part 2) | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:37:30 | |
If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to dig into your symptoms using functional lab testing and pivot your healing strategy in real time, this episode is for you. In this second part of my personal gut healing series, I’m walking you through my actual GI-MAP test results and the steps I took next. From uncovering hidden digestive dysfunction to the surprise discovery that changed everything (hint: it involves my gallbladder!). You’ll get a real-world look at how healing is rarely linear, but always revealing. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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| #52: A Deep Dive Into the Functional Labs I use in My Practice for Reflux & Heartburn | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:31:28 | |
If you've been cutting out foods, loading up on supplements, and following all the reflux advice - but still not seeing results - it might be time to stop guessing and start testing. In this episode, I'm walking you through the five most powerful functional labs I use with my 1:1 clients to get real answers about what's driving reflux, heartburn, and stubborn stomach pain. You'll learn how these labs go far beyond conventional tests and why they’re key to creating personalized protocols that actually work. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you're tired of surface-level fixes and want to go deeper, this episode will show you how functional lab testing can provide the clarity you need to finally heal. Mentioned in This Episode:
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| #51: The Biggest Roadblocks in Your Stomach Healing (and How to Finally Get Unstuck This Year) | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:24:23 | |
If you’re heading into the new year determined to finally get your reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain under control, but deep down you’re afraid you’ll end up stuck in the same cycle again, this episode is for you. Healing doesn’t happen by chance. And if you’ve been relying on the same strategies year after year - cutting out more foods, stacking more supplements, or guessing your way through - it’s not because you’re not trying hard enough. It’s because you’ve been missing clarity, strategy, and support. In this episode, I’m breaking down the biggest roadblocks I see keeping people stuck in gut symptoms year after year - and what to do differently so that this can truly be the year things change. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’re tired of feeling like you’re doing everything right but still not getting better, this episode will help you understand what’s been missing - and how to approach healing in a more grounded, strategic way. 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode: The Gut Check - A personalized gut health audit and action plan 👉 theguthealingninja.com/gutcheck This is a limited launch with a discounted price available this week only! 📲 Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #50: Becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - My Honest Review & What You Need to Know | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:36:04 | |
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing my personal experience becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P) through the FDN certification program. Whether you’re a current health coach, wellness enthusiast, or someone looking to take control of your own health, this behind-the-scenes episode and FDN program review will help you decide if FDN might be the next right step for you. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Links to Learn More About the FDN Program: Here is the blog post I wrote about my experience in the program. AND, don't miss this: When you are ready to enroll, use this link and get up to $2,500 off your program enrollment! Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #49: Healing My Gut in Real Time: Symptoms, Stress, and First Steps (Part 1) | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:22:37 | |
In this episode, I’m getting personal and sharing what’s been going on with my own gut health over the past year, including reflux, constipation, bloating, and digestive discomfort, and why I’ve decided to take a deeper look under the surface as we head into the new year. I walk you through my symptoms, what I’ve already done to improve them, and the exact next steps I’m taking to uncover and address the root causes so I can fully heal - not just manage things. If you’ve been feeling discouraged, stuck, or wondering why symptoms keep lingering despite “doing all the right things,” this episode is here to remind you that you’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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| #48: The 5 Gut Health Trends to Avoid in 2026 (And What to Do Instead) | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:25:34 | |
Some of the biggest trends in reflux and gut health are doing more harm than good - and in this episode, I’m breaking them down one by one. From doctors calling everything “SIBO” to the supplement overload no one’s questioning, I’ll show you what to avoid and where to focus instead for real, lasting relief. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you're overwhelmed by all the gut health noise online, this episode will help you tune out the fluff and zero in on what really matters. Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #47: How to Uncover the Hidden Causes of Reflux & Heartburn | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:19:02 | |
If you’ve already changed your diet, treated H pylori, and tried every supplement you can think of - but you’re still dealing with reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain... this episode is for you. The problem isn’t that you’re doing something wrong, it’s that no one’s shown you what’s really going on underneath the surface. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden root causes that often get missed by conventional approaches (and even many gut-healing protocols). These are the exact patterns I see in my clients who feel stuck despite doing “everything right,” and the same patterns that showed up in my own healing journey too. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’re tired of flare-ups, food fear, and not knowing what’s going wrong, this episode will give you hope and clarity on what to do next. 🔗 Register for the Free Live Training: [Free Live Training]Why Diet Changes & Protocols Haven’t Healed Your Reflux, Heartburn, and Stomach Pain (and what actually will) → theguthealingninja.com/december Follow and Connect with Me: 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja | |||
| #46: How to Navigate the Holidays with Reflux & Heartburn | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:19:24 | |
Are you worried about not being able to enjoy the holidays because of your reflux or heartburn? I see you - and I’ve been there too. The overwhelm, the food restrictions, the fear of a flare at the worst possible moment can steal the joy out of what’s meant to be a special season. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 practical, real-world strategies that have helped me (and my clients) feel more in control, more supported, and more present during the holidays. With just a bit of planning and the right mindset, it is possible to enjoy the season without being ruled by your symptoms. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Whether you're navigating the upcoming holidays or just trying to enjoy any festive event with a sensitive stomach, this episode will help you feel empowered, not left out.
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| #45: Do You Need to Treat H Pylori? When to Take Action (and When to Wait) | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:29:22 | |
Not every H pylori infection needs to be treated right away - shocker, I know! In this episode, we’re diving into the nuance around H pylori infections that most people (and most practitioners) miss. If you’ve tested positive for H pylori and feel unsure about your next step, this conversation will help you understand whether treatment is truly necessary for your situation, or whether your body might be better served by rebuilding, restoring, and strengthening first. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel more confident, informed, and in control of what to do next. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
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| #44: 6 Root Causes of Reflux, Heartburn & Stomach Pain You Might Be Missing | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:30:53 | |
If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of managing reflux, heartburn, or stomach pain with protocols, diets, or supplements, only to find that symptoms keep coming back, this episode is your roadmap to lasting relief. Jess walks you through the six most common root causes she sees in her clients (including a couple you may not have considered before). Because real, lasting healing happens only when you address what’s driving your symptoms, not just covering them up. Whether you’ve already treated H pylori and symptoms are lingering, or you’ve been told everything looks “normal” on your endoscopy but you still don’t feel right, this episode will help you uncover what might be going on underneath it all. What You’ll Learn in This Episode
🎥 Free On-Demand Training: Learn Jess’s step-by-step Stomach Reset Method 🎙 Episode 16: Setting the Record Straight About Stomach Acid Ready to Go Deeper?If you're feeling overwhelmed trying to figure this out on your own—or you're tired of treating symptoms without addressing root causes—Jess can help. Apply to join the Goodbye Stomach Symptoms program, where you'll get personalized support to calm symptoms, heal your stomach lining, and build long-term resilience. 👉 Learn more and apply at theguthealingninja.com/apply Follow and Connect with Me📸 Instagram: @theguthealingninja
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| #43: My unscripted and deeply personal thoughts on what it truly takes to heal | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:15:41 | |
In this off-the-cuff and deeply personal episode, Jess shares the most pivotal shift in her own healing journey - the inner work that changed everything when supplements and diets weren’t enough. If you've been doing all the right things (following protocols, taking the supplements, cutting out foods) and still not feeling better… this episode is your wake-up call. Jess reveals the hard truth about how stress, thought spirals, and the pressure to control everything are often the real reasons you're still symptomatic. She walks through how your nervous system, your internal dialogue, and your inability to slow down are blocking your healing - even when you’re checking all the right boxes. She also opens up about the role her faith played in releasing the weight of control, reducing anxiety, and finally allowing her body to heal. This powerful episode will help you reconnect with what your body actually needs to feel safe enough to recover, for good. What You'll Learn:
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| #42: When Supplements Backfire: How to Know What’s Helping vs. Hurting Your Stomach | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:23:58 | |
In this episode, we’re unpacking why gut-healing supplements sometimes backfire, how to spot the ones that could be making things worse, and (most importantly) what to do instead so you can stop guessing and start healing with confidence. If you’re stuck in the cycle of adding more and more supplements and still feeling worse, this is your sign to hit pause on the trial and error. Let’s get to the bottom of it together. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
This is your roadmap for troubleshooting symptoms and getting out of the supplement spiral for good. Free On-Demand TrainingIf you’ve been stuck in the guessing game with supplements and still not feeling better, it’s time to shift gears. 🎥 Watch the free training here In this 30-minute video, I’ll walk you through my Stomach Reset Method - the same step-by-step process I use with clients to uncover what’s really driving your symptoms and help you finally heal. Follow and Connect with Me:
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| #41: Building Resilience to Prevent Symptom Recurrence | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:30:22 | |
Getting rid of reflux, heartburn, and stomach pain is one thing. But making sure those symptoms stay gone? That’s the real challenge. In this episode, we’re unpacking the missing piece that keeps your symptoms from coming back again and again: resilience. You’ll learn what true gut resilience means, how to build it, and the four areas you need to strengthen so that your body can bend, but not break, when life throws you curveballs. If you’ve ever felt like you were finally making progress only to backslide during stress, travel, or just everyday life, this episode is a must-listen. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
If you’re ready to stop walking on eggshells around food, stress, and symptom triggers, this episode will show you the path to lasting freedom. 📺 Free On-Demand TrainingWant to dive deeper into the exact 3-step process I use with clients to calm stomach flares and build the resilience needed to keep symptoms away? This free 30-minute video will walk you through my proven Stomach Reset Method and give you a practical outline for resolving your symptoms for good. Follow and Connect with Me:
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