30: Is Underfuelling Wrecking Your Gut? Understanding RED-S and Low Energy Availability
Description
What if you need to eat MORE, not less to reduce your gut symptoms, have more energy & have better performance?
In this episode, let’s talk about why underfuelling and low energy availability (LEA) can have negative consequences, and specifically on gut health and digestive functions!
⏱️ Chapters:
- (0:00 ) — Episode Teaser
- (0:39 ) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
- (1:27 ) — Today's Episode & Announcing Our Guest
- (2:27 ) — Christine's Background & Career Journey
- (10:07 ) — Understanding LEA: The Hidden Cost of Underfuelling
- (15:08 ) — Chronic Underfuelling: The Dangers of RED-S
- (23:44 ) — How Underfuelling Harms Your Gut & Digestion
- (29:32 ) — The Gut Impact of Fasted Training & Dehydration
- (31:53 ) — Why Underfuelling Can Hinder Weight Loss Goals
- (36:30 ) — Practical Ways to Assess Your Energy Needs
- (44:52 ) — Debunking Sensitivity Tests
- (47:19 ) — Closing Remarks & Connecting with Christine
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👤 Today’s Guest: Christine Gemmell, RD
Christine Gemmell is a Registered Dietitian and sports nutrition specialist based in Kingston, Ontario. In her practice Eminence Nutrition, she integrates evidence-based sports nutrition with a weight-inclusive, health-first philosophy that supports not only physical performance but also a sustainable and confident relationship with food.
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📌 Pre & Post Workout For a Happy Gut Guide
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