Love Your Gut

There is nothing worse than not being able to have a proper bowel movement everyday. Your doctor may have recommended that you “just take miralax” or “drink more water” but in this episode Dr. Heather is going to be sharing the 3 culprits of slow gut motility that contribute to constipation. If you feel like you have already tried everything including: magnesium, fiber, miralax, and prescription motility medications, this episode will give you 3 action steps you may have not thought of before. Today on Love Your Gut: -How the vagus nerve impacts gut motility-What does a “complete” bowel movement mean? -What does it mean when you are more bloated as the day goes on?-The top 3 causes of slow gut motility -How to address your slow gut motility  I would love to connect on Instagram or drheatherfinley.coKey Moments:  (blilyestrom@gmail.com will await new file before I run through otter)  Resources Mentioned:Take the FREE QUIZ “Why am I Bloated?”Free LMNT Sample PackEp. 2 with Lindsay Mitchell.Ep. 10 - Optimize your minerals.  Follow & leave a review on Apple Podcasts.If you’re new here, I encourage you to follow the podcast today, so that you don’t miss any future episodes!  Social Media: Are you struggling with slow gut motility? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk about the common causes of slow gut motility, some of the missed signs of slow motility, and things you could do to treat symptoms. Tune in to hear more about some of the challenges people face when trying to treat their symptoms, and how you could overcome them. Quotes:Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

Regardless of what GI symptoms you are experiencing, your poop really does have all the answers. Before you jump into expensive testing and analysis, it can be helpful to take note of what patterns and clues your stool is giving to you. If you don’t know where to start in addressing your GI symptoms, this episode will help you identify the possible causes of your symptoms by teaching you what your poop is telling you about your symptoms. In today’s episode, Dr. Heather is breaking down exactly what to look for so that you can relieve your GI symptoms for good. Today on Love Your Gut: -What is a normal amount of bowel movements per day-What should your stool look like -What happens if you stray from “normal”-How to tell if you need further testing or evaluationKey Moments: [0:10]: Your stool and digestive health[4:24]: Stool abnormalities and GI issues[8:51]: Bowel health and urgency[12:52]: Stool color, consistency, and other health issues[18:44]: How stool can reveal underlying health issues Resources: Take the free quiz to identify the root causes of your bloating.Listen to our secret podcast "Fix Your Gut and Love Food Again."Connect with Dr. Heather FinleyDr. Heather’s bookInstagramNext StepsJoin the gutTogether® membership program and start addressing your GI issues today!  Links mentioned in the episode: LMNT: Get a free sample pack with purchase! Get 1:1 support from the gutTogether® team: Book a discovery call Key words:stool , symptoms , urgency , issues , gut , clients , evaluated , poop , gi doctor , constipation , motility , mineral , bristol stool , episode , eating , diarrhea , bowels , emptying , straining Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

Mold is a beast that can impact your GI symptoms and many other systems in the body. If you’ve suspected mold illness or exposure, this episode walks you though the steps necessary to determine if this is at play for your chronic health issues and some action steps that you can implement to help support detoxification from mold. In today’s episode, I am breaking down my own story with mold illness, what I learned, and what I wished I would have done now looking back.  Today on Love your Gut: -Why I suspected I had mold illness-How I determined I had mold illness-What I did to detox mold + our environment-Actionable steps to take if you suspect mold is a part of your story Key Moments:   Resources: ●      Take the free quiz to identify the root causes of your bloating.●      Listen to our secret podcast "Fix Your Gut and Love Food Again."Connect with Dr. Heather Finley●      Dr. Heather’s book●      InstagramNext Steps●      Join the GutTogether membership program and start addressing your GI issues today!    Links mentioned in the episode:  GotMold? DRHEATHER10 for 10% offHigher Dose Sauna Link gets you 10% offOura Ring $40 off with this link   Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

They unpack three things doctors often leave out about persistent gut problems. They challenge one-size-fits-all labels like IBS and warn about long-term elimination diets. They highlight real physiological drivers behind symptoms and outline a holistic, root-cause approach to finding relief.

Have you heard these myths about resolving SIBO and improving digestive health? Myth 1: One treatment plan fits all. Myth 2: Diet alone will solve the problem. Myth 3: Antibiotics are the only solution. But here's the truth: personalized treatment plans are key to long-term relief from SIBO and its symptomsIn Part 2 of our episode on what to do when you're diagnosed with SIBO, we dive deep into the hurdles of successful SIBO treatment and how to overcome them with personalized strategiesIn this episode, you will be able to:Unpack the hurdles in successful SIBO treatment that may be hampering your recovery.Examine the diverse elements leading to SIBO, arming you with the knowledge to combat it.Discover how systemic factors play a role in recurring SIBO and the preventive steps you can take.Understand the link between a weak gut barrier function and SIBO, and how to fortify it.Realize the importance of individualized strategies in SIBO treatment for better health outcomes.Resources mentioned:Love Your Gut - Ep 43: You're Diagnosed with SIBO, Now What? [PART 1]Love Your Gut - Ep. 2: Rewire Your Brain and Improve Your Bloat with Lindsay MitchellConnect with Dr. HeatherInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley/Website: https://www.drheatherfinley.co/podcast/Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

Picture this: you've finally found the key to unlocking relief from your SIBO symptoms, only to discover a hidden twist that throws you back into the depths of frustration.Does the constant bloating, abdominal pain, and unpredictable bowel movements sound familiar? Have you been told to simply take antibiotics to treat your SIBO, only to find temporary relief and a recurring cycle of symptoms?If you've been diagnosed with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, you can't afford to miss this episode of Love Your Gut. It's time to break free from the frustrating cycle and discover a comprehensive approach that offers long-term relief and promotes gut health.In this episode, you will be able to:Explore the nuances of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and how it fits into your health puzzle.Get to the root causes of SIBO that often remain unattended in plain sight.Uncover digestive factors that can either push you into the SIBO pit or pull you out.Understand how your gut’s motility and its microbial population can be a breeding ground for SIBO.Appreciate the necessity of a comprehensive SIBO treatment strategy and the profound effect it can have on your health journey.Connect with Dr. HeatherInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley/Website: https://www.drheatherfinley.co/podcast/Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

Brian Kaufman, VP at ProLiant Health and SBI expert, explains how serum bovine immunoglobulin supports gut resilience. He discusses what SBI binds, dosing strategies from acute to maintenance, clinical results for SIBO and post-infectious IBS, safety considerations, and practical tips like hydration and chewing. The conversation also touches on combined formulas and broader benefits beyond digestion.

In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I answer some listener questions, and I talk about whether an enema is for you, some underlying causes of constipation, and the supplements that we use most commonly. Tune in to hear more about lowering thyroid antibodies, SIBO and probiotics, addressing root causes, exercise and our gut health, and the correlation between our skin and gut health. I would love to connect on Instagram or drheatherfinley.co. Apply for gutTogether VIP 1:1 Program and become a member!Get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with Purchase.Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

Have you implemented all the necessary steps to maintain symptom relief? In this episode of the Love Your Gut Podcast, I talk to Erica Shohrae about her journey to finding symptom relief, how the GutTogether program has helped her, and her symptom relapse. Erica Shohrae is the primary caretaker of her children, and the Host of the More Than Just Your Age Podcast, where she engages in conversations with women who live their lives fully without being defined by their age.Prior to starting her gut health journey, Erica worked in HR and as a Spanish teacher, as well as running a nonprofit for at-risk children.Erica holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from the University of North Texas. Tune in to hear more about the importance of both group and individual support, how gut issues build up over time, and normalizing the conversations around gut health. I would love to connect on Instagram or drheatherfinley.co. Apply for gutTogether VIP 1:1 Program and become a member!Still constipated… even though you’re doing everything “right”?If magnesium, fiber, and probiotics haven’t worked, you’re likely missing the root cause.Join my live training on April 19 to learn what’s actually causing your constipation and how to fix it for good! 👉 Save your spot (early bird pricing ends April 15th!) Connect + Next StepsWant daily education, stories, and gut-friendly support?Follow Dr. Heather on InstagramReady for personalized 1:1 support and a clear plan?Apply for gutTogether®Want a chance to win a free HTMA Bundle? Leave a rating & review and email it to happygut@drheatherfinley.co with [PODCAST REVIEW] in the subject line! We choose a new winner every month! 

A practical look at finding root causes behind chronic gut problems. Conversation covers when testing helps and which tests matter. Learn the three-step plan for lasting relief and why slow, phased recovery beats restrictive diets. Hear how daily patterns and medical history reveal hidden triggers.