New Year, New Gut? Avoid These Gut Health Mistakes

Jan 2, 2026

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The New Year often pushes extreme gut health goals...but many resolutions actually make symptoms worse. In this episode of The Gut Show, we break down common January mistakes, why drastic changes can backfire, and how to set realistic, supportive goals instead - especially if you have IBS. What to expect this season + coming soon [3:12] New year messaging [4:28] If you're tempted, try this [6:35] Extreme changes all at once [8:41] Increasing fiber [11:11] Fasting/calories [13:25] Inflammation, MCAS, Endometriosis [16:13] Taking advice from those without experience with your condition [17:36] How to choose goals for the new year [24:55] Map out the steps to reach those goals [27:34] Stress load [28:56] Make room to check in and adjust [32:05] For IBS specifically [35:08] How to achieve the best diet for IBS [37:42]

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