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by Kate Scarlata and Megan Riehl
The Gut Health Podcast explores the scientific connection between the gut, food, mood, microbes and well-being. Kate Scarlata is a world-renowned GI dietitian and Dr. Megan Riehl is a prominent GI psychologist at the University of Michigan and both are the co-authors of Mind Your Gut: The Science-based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. Their unique lens with which they approach holistic conversations with leading experts in the field of gastroenterology will appeal to the millions of individuals impacted by gut health. As leaders in their field, Kate and Megan dynamically plow through the common myths surrounding gut health and share evidence-backed information on navigating medical management, nutrition, behavioral interventions and more for those living with or without a GI condition.The Gut Health Podcast is where science, expertise, and two enthusiastic advocates for wellness come together to help you live your best life.Learn more about Kate and Megan at www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.com Instagram: @Theguthealthpodcast
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- 2 weeks ago39 min
Gut Health Strategies For First Responders (with guest Police Chief Michael Assad Jr.)
What happens when the stress of being a first responder doesn’t just stay in your head but starts showing up in your gut? Today, we’re joined by Police Chief Michael Assad Jr. of the Rochester, Massachusetts Police Department for an honest conversation about the often-overlooked connection between first responder stress, gut health, IBS, and nutrition. From high-pressure calls and long shifts to those unexpected “code brown” moments, chronic stress can take a serious toll on the digestive sys...
- Aug 1, 20261h 4m
Navigating Food Fear, Disordered Eating & Gut Issues Together (with guests Dr. Madison Simons and Janelle Smith, RDN, CEDS)
If eating has become a source of fear because of digestive symptoms, you're not alone. For many people living with IBS, IBD, and other GI conditions, repeated eating-related symptom flares create powerful food–symptom associations that make avoiding certain foods feel like the safest choice. Over time, however, this understandable protective response can become restrictive, limiting nutrition, social connection, and overall quality of life. In this episode, we're joined by digestive health an...
- Jul 1, 202644 min
Gut Health Trends: Which Ones Deserve the Hype and Which Ones Need a Reality Check?
Gut health trends are everywhere, but which ones deserve a closer look, and which ones need a reality check? In this episode, we break down the biggest gut health trends getting clicks, likes, and follows online. From our "hard no" to "I'm curious," we share where each trend lands on our hype scale and explain the science, physiology, and gut-brain connection behind our take. We explore what actually helps symptoms like constipation, bloating, and digestive discomfort without fueling anxiety,...
- Jun 1, 202656 min
MCAS: A Whole-Body Condition Through the GI Lens (with guest Dr. Zac Spiritos)
MCAS is one of those diagnoses that can make it feel like your body is telling a dozen stories at once—and no one is listening. If you're experiencing GI symptoms alongside flushing, hives, brain fog, fatigue, palpitations, medication sensitivities, or a persistent "fight-or-flight" feeling, this episode is designed to help connect the dots without oversimplifying your experience. In this episode, we sit down with gastroenterologist Dr. Zachary Spiritos to unpack mast cell activation syndrome...
- May 18, 202642 min
When Your Gut Gets in the Bedroom: Exploring Sexual Health & Intimacy (with expert guest, Alyse Bedell, PhD, CST)
Part 3 of the Women's Health Series Bloating, gas, urgency, abdominal pain, and that relentless “what if something happens?” loop can turn sex from a close connection into stress fast. Digestive symptoms can quietly impact some of the most vulnerable parts of our lives...including intimacy, relationships, and self-esteem. And often, the shame surrounding those experiences feels heavier than the symptoms themselves. If you’ve ever pulled away from connection because your gut felt unpredi...
- May 11, 202653 min
Perimenopause & Menopause: Hormones, Gut Health & Whole-Body Wellness (with guests Drs. Chrisandra Shufelt and Jami Kinnucan)
Part 2 of the Women's Health Series Your digestion suddenly feels different, your sleep is falling apart, your mood and patience are all over the place — and you start wondering whether it’s stress, aging, or something bigger. Joined by two extraordinary Mayo Clinic experts, Drs. Chrisandra Shufelt and Jami Kinnucan, we pull back the curtain on perimenopause and menopause, explaining how shifting estrogen and progesterone can ripple through the entire body — from constipation and bloating to ...
- May 4, 202648 min
Endometriosis and IBS: Key Differences, Overlaps, and Diagnosis Tips (with guest Rachelle LaCroix Mallik, MA, RDN)
Part 1 of the Women's Health Series Endometriosis can show up like a gut disorder, and that confusion keeps many people stuck for years without answers. We map the overlap between endometriosis and IBS, explain what symptoms should raise suspicion, and share practical ways to build a care plan that supports both digestion and quality of life. • Endometriosis prevalence, symptoms and why it is often missed • IBS-like symptoms explained, including inflammation, adhesions, and visce...
- Apr 15, 202634 min
Can’t Trust Your Gut? IBS-D Strategies for Fewer Flare-Ups and More Freedom (with guest Beth Rosen, MS, RD)
Part 2 of the IBS-D Series We sit down with GI dietitian Beth Rosen to talk about her lived experience with IBS-D, and how the absence of a clear diagnosis and effective treatment plan early on led to frustration and unnecessary food restriction. With the right diagnosis and support, she was able to shift toward a clearer path, building a sustainable, flexible approach to eating and symptom management. We share real-world strategies for identifying triggers, eating enough without ...
About The Gut Health Podcast
The Gut Health Podcast explores the scientific connection between the gut, food, mood, microbes and well-being. Kate Scarlata is a world-renowned GI dietitian and Dr. Megan Riehl is a prominent GI psychologist at the University of Michigan and both are the co-authors of Mind Your Gut: The Science-based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. Their unique lens with which they approach holistic conversations with leading experts in the field of gastroenterology will appeal to the millions of individuals impacted by gut health. As leaders in their field, Kate and Megan dynamically plow through the common myths surrounding gut health and share evidence-backed information on navigating medical management, nutrition, behavioral interventions and more for those living with or without a GI condition.The Gut Health Podcast is where science, expertise, and two enthusiastic advocates for wellness come together to help you live your best life.Learn more about Kate and Megan at www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.com Instagram: @Theguthealthpodcast
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