In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Andrea Ballenthin, a functional nutritionist who specializes in gut health, hormonal imbalances, and skin health. Andrea shares her health journey, which led her to become a dedicated advocate for holistic healing. She discusses major disruptors of the gut microbiome, such as antibiotics, and provides practical tips for maintaining gut health, including the importance of a high-fiber diet, fermented foods, and probiotics. The conversation also delves into the connection between gut and skin health, the benefits of stool testing, and the impact of mindful eating. Andrea offers advice on small but powerful dietary changes and stresses the need to seek functional medicine for chronic issues.

00:00 Introduction to Gut Health

02:10 Meet Andrea Ballenthin: A Journey to Healing

03:39 Biggest Disruptors of Gut Health

04:26 Antibiotics and Gut Health: Tips and Advice

07:05 Andrea's Personal Health Struggles

10:42 The Gut-Skin Connection

13:51 The Importance of Stool Testing

17:23 Practical Tips for Better Gut Health

21:44 Foods for Gut Healing

27:01 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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