369 | Identifying the Root Cause Issues of Gut Dysfunction with Rachel Scheer
Description
In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom welcome Rachel Shear, a certified functional medicine practitioner and founder of Rachel Scheer Nutrition. Rachel shares her compelling journey of overcoming severe gut health issues that nearly led to the removal of her entire large intestine. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of bodily systems and introduces her four pillars of gut health: nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, and community. The discussion highlights the significance of addressing both physical and emotional aspects of health for a holistic approach to healing.
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What You Will Learn in This Interview with Rachel Scheer:
03:07 - Rachel's Personal Story
03:42 - Passion for Health
06:45 - Rachel's Journey to Functional Medicine
10:20 - Seeking Answers at Mayo Clinic
12:17 - Turning Point
14:09 - Implementing Healing Diets
18:25 - Four Areas of Root Causes
24:08 - Avoiding Extremes in Diet
28:54 - Gut Healing vs. Gut Health
30:52 - Probiotics and Their Benefits
33:06 - Four Levels of Gut Dysregulation
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