The Colitis Scope: Recent Episodes
Michael Forstner
This podcast is dedicated to anyone who has or knows someone with Ulcerative Colitis or any other IBD issue. Each episode, I will go over a topic that will shed some light on my health and things that are beneficial to my gut and overall health. This podcast will be my journey with Ulcerative Colitis.
I will go over my struggles, wins, foods, and so much more so that you have someone else to share your experience with. Sometimes it can be difficult for other people to really understand what you are dealing with and how it is affecting you on a daily basis. I hope you will enjoy this journey. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Join our 7 Day Gut Health Challenge: https://shorturl.at/E5JHF Today’s episode we will be diving in to why someone will go back and forth with different diets. Why their beliefs are always going back to old habits and why you need to have a strong anchor or reason for your change!
Join our 7 Day Gut Health Challenge: https://shorturl.at/E5JHF In today’s episode I want to talk about some of the importance of the fig plant and why you should be incorporating it in to your diet if you are trying to improve your overall health! Attached is a line to bullet proof website for more nutrition items! http://bulletproof.fdf2.net/Wq3QZe
Today’s episode I want to dive in to what I ate everyday when I was dealing with a flare up with my ulcerative colitis. I want to expand on this to help other people who may be dealing with a flare up currently and looking for a way to help improve their gut health. #health Sign up for our 7 Day Gut Health Challenge: https://shorturl.at/E5JHF
DMG is a very versatile supplement that can have massive impact on your overall health. This supplement is found naturally in your body, but when you add more to your daily routine you will have a noticeable change in your overall health. #health #wellness
Description: In this episode, we delve into the fascinating relationship between posture and gut health. While posture is commonly associated with musculoskeletal benefits, emerging research suggests that it plays a significant role in digestive function as well. We explore how poor posture can impact the digestive system, leading to issues such as bloating, indigestion, and even more chronic conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Our episode sheds light on the intricate mechanisms behind this connection and provide practical tips on how to improve posture to support a healthy gut. Join us as we uncover the surprising ways in which good posture can positively influence your digestive well-being and overall health. Check out our supplements: https://amzn.to/3Use6vk
There are foods that can be harmful to our gut health that can make it more difficult to regain our health. Today’s episode I want to highlight those three and why you need to avoid these foods to help you stay health. IgG Supplements to help you heal your gut: https://amzn.to/3QpUaYP
Today’s episode is on your overall health and how mental health can play a major factor in how your body heals. A lot of people will disregard their mental health and think it doesn’t affect their gut health, but in reality everything is connected and will change how your body heals. If you know someone that struggles with gut health, make sure to share this episode with them. #health #wellness #guthealth #mentalhealth Lion’s Mane Supplements: https://amzn.to/3vTvYHq
Join us as we delve deep into the intricate world of gut health in this enlightening podcast episode. Explore the ins and outs of Candida overgrowth, uncovering its impact on overall health and well-being. From symptoms to solutions, we'll guide you through practical tips and expert insights to reclaim harmony in your gut and enhance your vitality. Candida Cleanse: https://amzn.to/3PY9ueR
Dive into the intriguing link between deep squatting and gut health in our latest podcast episode. Explore how this fundamental movement can positively impact your digestive system and overall wellness journey. Tune in to uncover expert insights and practical tips for optimizing gut health through the power of the deep squat. Get ready to squat your way to a healthier gut! Here is the link to the squat foot pad: https://amzn.to/4aBZaBi
Today’s episode is on the health benefits of Saunas and how it can help reduce your stress and how it can help with gut health issues. If you are looking for some home saunas to order we have a link here for you. https://amzn.to/3IWHJ2B saunas offer a lot of health benefits so make sure you check them all out.
In today’s episode I am talking about how ozone therapy can be a crucial factor in helping you restore your gut health and feeling better. I did post an article of this on my website: www.thecolitisscope.com if you want to read it. Here is a link to get ozone water: https://amzn.to/3TIUrIh
Today’s episode is on Butyrate and how it can be beneficial for your gut health. This is a short chain fatty acid that can have massive affects on your gut health and overall health. If you are looking for a supplement I recommend the following: https://amzn.to/3wUgYJr
In todays episode I go on to talk about essential amino acids and how they can be beneficial for your overall health and why you need to incorporate them in your diet every day. I will link a supplement for all 9 but make sure you get them through your diet if possible. https://amzn.to/4a28UEL
In todays episode I go over the benefits of how omega 3 can help with your gut health. By incorporating this, you will begin to see huge health benefits.Here is a link to the supplement that I recommend: https://amzn.to/3OZQo7G
Your Spine: The Unsung Hero of Your Health Ever stop to think about how much your spine does for you? It's more than just a bony support system - it's the foundation of your entire body, impacting everything from your posture and movement to your mood and organ function! Here's why you should give your spine some love:Stand tall, move freely: A healthy spine means good posture, flexibility, and less pain, letting you move with ease and confidence.Protect your precious cargo: Your spine houses and protects your spinal cord, the information highway connecting your brain to the rest of you. ⚡Beyond the physical: Feeling stressed or down? Your spine might be involved! It interacts with your nervous system, influencing your mood and energy levels.It all connects: Good spinal alignment can even impact your internal organs by affecting nerves and blood flow. 🫀🫁
In todays episode I want to go over the health benefits of why bone broth is so vital for your overall health. How it can help heal a leaky gut or help people that are dealing with autoimmune diseases such as Ulcerative Colitis or Crohn’s.
Sugar is one of the most common foods that we see added to other products to make them taste better. While in theory this seems to be harmless, people are typically consuming more sugar than the normal amount. This has major health issues for your heart, brain, gut and any other cell in your body. Today’s episode I go over how to avoid sugar and why it is so bad for you.
Today’s episode is on sleep and why you should be doing more to get better quality of sleep. This is something that a lot of people take for granted and don’t get the amount they need every night which can have negative health effects.
In today’s episode I want to talk about the three foods that can cause a lot of damage to your overall gut health and why it is important to avoid these foods.
Your posture is one of the many factors that plays a role in your overall health. The fact that most people don’t think about this is shocking. And especially now with technology, your posture is more at risk!
This episode is on 5 simple and basically free ideas that can help you to improve your health. I want you to start out right this year on continuing or starting your health journey.
In today’s episode we go in to the world of eating raw garlic and how it can be beneficial for your overall health. Though it may sound odd, there are plenty of health benefits that can come from it.
Today’s episode is on the insight of what it’s like to deal with Ulcerative Colitis every single day. This episode is to help you understand what someone goes through each day with Ulcerative Colitis.
Today’s episode is going over the health benefits of eating clay. This is a unique way to help restore your gut if you are having issues. This may not help everyone and you should always communicate with your healthcare provider before making any changes.
Today’s episode is on how carbon dioxide is actually a needed gas in our system. A lot of people assume that we only need to breath in oxygenated air to be healthy. But in reality CO2 players a big factor in our respiratory system.
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Today’s episode is on the breathing technique known as Tummo Breath. This technique also know for inner fire has been around for centuries and has a lot of health benefits for all kinds of health issues. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
In today’s episode I want to go over the best and most affordable drug that will help your overall health, laughter. Laughing has so many health benefits that it’s surprising more people don’t look in to having laughing therapy. I hope you enjoys today’s episode.
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In today’s episode I wanted to talk about where I am at with my health and what I have seen help me out in the past couple of months. I hope this information can help someone else listening or at least give them a better insight in to my life.
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Understanding The Microbiome | Reading Of My Book, Gut Harmony: A Comprehensive Guide To Restoring Your Microbiome And Achieving Optimal Health. This is an insight in to my book on Amazon and I wanted to share this with my audience so that they can get a better understanding of their microbiome and how to help heal their gut.
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In today’s episode, I talk about the health benefits of eating a pear. Now most people don’t eat too many varieties of foods in their diet and I wanted to go over the health benefits of a pear and how it can improve your kidneys, your gut and overall health. I hope you enjoy this episode on The Colitis Scope. Also make sure to check out my book on Amazon: Gut Harmony link >>> https://a.co/d/1fLyDln
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Today’s episode is on the health benefits of the super food known as Chia seeds. These little guys are super power foods that can help with digestion, heart heath and even manage weight. So tune in and find out how you can incorporate these guys in to your diet!
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I’ve been doing one minute push ups since the beginning of the year and I’ve started to see a lot of the health benefits. I believe it has helped me regain my overall and I believe it can help you too. It’s just one minute and we all can do one minute of anything. So why don’t you start today? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
Kava is a nature substance that has gained popularity in the last few years. Especially with some of its health benefits which include helping people with anxiety. Though it should be noted that there are some health risks with this substance so make sure to talk to your provider before consuming. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
In todays episode we are going over why you need to be aware of your testosterone levels, especially if you are dealing with a chronic inflammatory issue. This will decrease your testosterone which will affect your overall health! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
There are a lot of ways to stay healthier in life and one of the newest things I have found is Brazilian Ji Jitsu. It has a lot of health benefits and I hope you find this episode helpful and can help you get healthy with your gut health. I’ve been dealing with Ulcerative Colitis for years and one of my goals is to help keep people healthy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
We make hundreds if not thousands of decisions a day. These decisions may not seem like a big deal, but as the day goes on, they can lead to decision fatigue which can cause you to make some poor decisions that can impact your health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
Today’s episode is about three simple ways to improve your diet. These helpful tips can be implemented in your day immediately and will have massive healing effects on your overall health. So enjoy todays episode and share it with whom ever you think could use the information. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
It may not be known to everyone but there are a lot of health benefits when it comes to swimming, especially salt water swimming. In this episode we talk about the positive health affects from swimming in salt water. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-forstner/support
Today’s episode I talk about the importance of cleaning your food especially fruit and one of the best ways to do it. It’s a simple task that doesn’t take much time and can really help your microbiome. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Today’s episode is on the health benefits of ginger and how it can help with your gut health and your overall health. There are plenty of uses for ginger root and you can chose which way is best for you to consume it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Kombucha is a very healthy drink that can help your microbiome and overall gut health. By drinking this special drink you can help your gut start functioning better and start to feel better. I hope you enjoy this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Foods are important to our overall health, especially our gut. By eating the right foods, it helps nurture our good bacteria in our gut. That’s why I eat these three items every single day to help heal my gut! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Dopamine is a neuro chemical that has a lot of benefits to our overall health. When we eat the right food it can help our gut to produce more dopamine which will help boost our mood and overall health. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
It can be difficult sometimes to stay on track when it comes to your health. That’s why in today’s episode I am going over ways to get back on track and start living a healthy life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
People always forget how powerful their mind can be especially when it comes to their health. I want to talk about how important your brain is and why what you feed it makes a huge difference. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Today’s episode is on the topic of Mud Water and comparing it to coffee. It claims to be a coffee alternative which may be a bit of a stretch, but it can definitely substitute for coffee. I’ll link to its website below: https://bit.ly/3rS4vxm--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
In today’s episode I am going over the benefits of b12 and why it is important to make sure you are getting enough of it daily. Not only is it essential for your gut, it also is a key vitamin for your central nervous system. Enjoy the episode and make sure to give us a 5 star review. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-forstner/support
Today’s episode is on habits and how they can play a big role in our overall health. A lot of people struggle with creating habits let along keeping any. So I wanted to go over how to help you keep your habits and have a better life.
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In todays episode I go over why it is important to avoid alcohol as much as possible since it has a massive negative affect on our gut health. If you want to repair your gut and feel healthy again, alcohol should be off your radar for the time being until you feel better.
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Today’s episode is a little different in the fact I am talking about a recent Podcast I have started to follow and listen to each day. I’ve realized how important it is to continue being healthy by surrounding myself with positive ideas.
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Low stomach acid can be one of the many issues that could be leading to your leaky gut and chronic GI issues. Today’s episode is talking about 5 ways to help improve your stomach acid and improve your overall health.
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This episode is about the gut health protocol I’ve been using for the past 90 days to help heal up my gut from Ulcerative Colitis. It has done wonders for me and I am now able to assist other people that want more information.
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Today’s episode is on the concept of moving. While May seem like a simple thing to do, not a lot of people will get up and move around. So take some time and get your body moving. #health
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Today’s episode is about phase 3 and how it can help with autoimmune disease. There are a lot of benefits when it comes to cleaning up your microbiome.
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Today’s episode is going into phase 2 with my protocol and it will help reduce stress in the body. Stress plays a major role in our health and something we need to keep in balance.
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Today’s episode is going over the highs and lows of phase 1 of my diet. This is my second time around and my goal is to record my thoughts each week so that you can relate to this if you try this gut program.
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In this episode of The Colitis Scope I am going over the protocol I had done earlier this year and now documenting it for my second time around. This protocol helped me heal up my gut and get me back on track to a healthy life!
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Today’s episode I am talking about the plant known as Sage and it can be beneficial to your everyday health. Rune in and learn how to use and why to use Sage.
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Today’s episode is on the benefits of gardening. How something as simple as planning plants and flowers can improve your mental and physical health. Get your hands dirty and see how gardening will help your health.
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Most people think that you can only eat yellow bananas and should wait until a green banana ripens. But you can have a lot of health benefits from eating such an amazing fruit. Green bananas can help with gut issues and maybe even with autoimmune disease such as ulcerative colitis or even Crohn’s disease.
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Today’s episode is on my journey of a 90 day diet program to help heal up my gut and ulcerative colitis. I’ve definitely noticed a huge improvement in this diet and I want to share with my listeners about how this program helped change my health.
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Today’s episode is about some of the most common questions I hear or get about autoimmune disease and ulcerative colitis. I wanted to answer these questions to help give you a better understanding and how to improve your health. My goal is to help you the listener, so if you have any questions, feel free to reach out for me to answer your questions. #health
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Butyrate is one of the most important fuel sources for our gut cells. If it is low, you will start to notice a different and may start feeling uncomfortable with gut issues.
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Today’s episode is more personal on how I’ve adapted a new diet for the past 30 days and how it’s been going. I’ve definitely have noticed a few different changes in my overall health and that is just the start of it. I still have about 30 more days left, so I’ll check back in once I have completed the course.
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Today’s episode talks about pea protein powder and how it can be utilized by almost anyone that has a restricted diet. It also doesn’t have dairy or gluten in it as well. Enjoy the episode.
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In this episode I want to go over again the importance of our mind and how strong it is when dealing with our health. I also go over the fact that I’m 2 weeks in to my new food diet and talk about some key points about diet.
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It seems that each year we are getting closer and closer to living in the digital world and not interacting with our loved ones. This seems to be reducing the amount of contacts we have with each other including hugs, which can have a lot of health benefits to our overall health.
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I absolutely love cinnamon and there are plenty of health benefits. It is very high in antioxidants and can help reduce multiple health issues that can harm the human body. Enjoy this episode and make sure to share this with anyone that can benefit from this!
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In today’s episode, I wanted to hit on some foods that may help your health by avoiding them. Sometimes certain foods can cause an increase in inflammation which can have long lasting effects on our body. Today I give you 5 items that you should avoid as much as possible. #health
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Today’s episode is on Lion’s Mane which is a Mushroom. There are plenty of health benefits with this item and in today’s episode I go over 3 areas that can be improved with Lion’s Mane.
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I apologize for being away for a few months, but my wife and I had our first baby awhile back and I wanted to focus on family before anything else. I plan on making an episode every other week at the moment until I have more time to continue to help you the listener!
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Most people do not think about their gut health and how the texture of their food can play a huge role in to helping it heal.
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Stress is always a big player when it comes to our overall health. So today I wanted to talk about how you can help decrease the amount of stress you deal with each and everyday. I hope you find these three techniques helpful!
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A lot of people get blood work done or other lab testing to see how their health is and doing. Most people think that if they are in the normal range that they are fine and healthy. While that may be the case for some, if you are on the lower side or higher you may need to dig a bit deeper and make sure it isn’t causing more issues.
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Most people don’t really think about their skin as an organ. But in reality it is the largest organ that the human body has. It is a great barrier for external factors that try to enter our body. It is also a great warning sign of skin issues are present. Along that, it absorbs anything you put on to it! So make sure you know what you are putting on your skin!
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Most episodes I talk about some of the helpful ingredients you should be adding to your diet. Today I wanted to touch on one of the chemicals that you may want to avoid when it comes to consuming certain foods. That ingredient is carrageenan and listen today to find out why you should avoid it.
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Today’s episode I go into the difference between USDA Organic Vs Non GMO. Most people do not realize that there is a major difference between the two. In this episode, I breakdown why Organic is better and why you should chose it if you are able to each and every time you are at the grocery store. As always, stay healthy!
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This episode I go on to talk about the importance of exercise, especially walking. Most people have enough time in their day to walk 15 minutes a day. The problem is that most people will make an excuse to go walking. Now that it is starting to get warmer, I said now is the best time to start getting into this new routine.
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Today's episode I talk about the current book I am reading called The Wim Hof Method. In this book, it goes in to detail about the man himself Wim Hof and how his technique as not only helped him and his health, but thousands of other people. He has helped people with Crohn's Disease, Diabetes, Arthritis, and the list goes on. This is all done through his technique and I want to talk about how this can help you or a loved one!
So I hope you enjoy!
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Most people consume some type of nuts, but it is usually the common three: peanuts, almonds and cashews. There is another nut that should be considered when it comes to improving your health and that is the walnut. This nut packs a punch when it comes to its overall benefits. Not only does it help with your gut, but also with your brain!
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Each year we set out to improve ourselves with different goals in mind. The problem is that we usually have very fuzzy targets that don’t get achieved. The SMART method is a way to maybe help increase your chance of reaching your goals!
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In this episode I want to talk about the fruit that is known as elderberry. You’ve probably have heard of this berry before but never thought about how powerful it can be for you overall health. Tune in today’s episode and find out why it is so powerful!
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A lot of hear how we should drink more and more water each and everyday day. But do you know why it is so important? In this week’s episode I talk about the importance of water, how it helps our body and how much we should be getting each day.
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So a lot of people don’t realize this, but changing the Temperature of the water in your shower can have huge benefits when it comes to your health. It is really that simple. From going to hot water to cold you can start to see the benefits from your showers. Enjoy this episode and share it with any friends or family members that need this information.
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In this episode, I talk about Intermittent Fasting and how it can benefit your health. There are a lot of benefits, but one of the big take always is decreasing inflammation in our body. When it comes to an autoimmune disease, decreased inflammation can be a huge benefit.
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There are a lot of different foods groups that can be beneficial for our gut health and some that can be more harmful. From reading and researching it looks like lectins may be more damaging to our gut health than helping it.
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2021 is just around the corner and are you ready for it? It helps to have a plan going into the new year and goals you want to hit. In this episode I talk about the importance of doing this and why it can be helpful for you and your health.
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As someone who has been dealing with Ulcerative Colitis I get asked a lot about my health and what I am doing. I also get asked a lot what the difference is between UC and Crohn’s disease. A lot of people assume that it is the same issue. While there are similar symptoms, they do have different factors too.
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So with the holidays around the corner we can sometimes feel pressured to eat certain foods or we may not have a lot of options. Because of this we may stress ourselves out which we know can cause a lot more issues when it comes to our health. By not beating yourself up over a bit or two you may help your body not go into a completely negative spiral. Now you should avoid these foods, but if you can’t, then don’t stress out too much because it may increase your symptoms.
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With holidays coming around the corner we may be traveling and doing quite a bit of moving without really thinking about what we will eat. When traveling we sometimes can fall victim to buying food that isn’t healthy for us and may even cause us to have some gut health issues. I believe it is very important to have some type of food plan when traveling since it will greatly reduce your stress and anxiety about what to eat. Because of this, it will help your gut and will be easy for your body since you will be eating foods that you know will not be harmful to you.
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If you are like most people, you probably enjoy a nice cup of coffee in the morning to start your day. While that may work for most people, people who suffer with gut issues may not have the best outcomes when it comes to caffeine. Typically caffeine will stimulate our body which includes our gut and intestines. This will usually lead to urgency to use the bathroom and possibly diarrhea. These issues are already a problem for people with IBD. So it is usually wise to avoid this as much as possible if you can.
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Sleep is one of those things that people tend to not get enough of. Some people will even brag about the lack of sleep they got and how they can still function. When it comes to any autoimmune disease you should really consider the amount of sleep you get and the quality. This is the time for your body to relax and recover from the day. By not getting adequate amount of sleep you may run the risk of burning yourself out and leading to health issues. As someone with Ulcerative Colitis, I know how important sleep can be for my health.
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Over 50% of people are mouth breathers. I am one currently and never really thought about the adverse health affects it has on my body. I just assumed that mouth breathing and nose breathing were the same. News flash, they are not. Nose breathing is very different than mouth breathing and has a lot of health benefits. One of the big take seats I found was that nose breathing can help with our parasympathetic nervous system. By breathing with our nose we reach deeper parts of our lungs which have more parasympathetic nerve fibers. If there is one thing that you can do to help improve your health, it should be nose breathing. Also, the link for the sleeping strips can be found here: https://amzn.to/2GknoYa
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I am one of those people that needs to have a smoothie in the morning because I know it will pack a powerful punch with vitamins, minerals and all other healthy items that are needed for my day. I’ve looked around to find the best options to help improve my gut through this healthy option. In my smoothie I am getting a lot of calories to help fuel my body along with supplements to help heal my body. I have found that a smoothie is very easy on my body when it comes to digesting food and absorbing all the healthy benefits. I hope you enjoy the episode. For my listeners use COLITIS20 to save 20% when you buy Bubs Natural Collagen.
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This week on The Colitis Scope Podcast, I go in depth with how pomegranate powder can be healthy for you and your body. It is a fruit that has been processed down to a powder so that you can add it to your smoothies, coffees or even your soups. My goal is to find different foods that are super powerful and beneficial to our health. So join me and find out how pomegranate can help your body.
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Muscle mass is something that a lot of people don’t think about when it comes to their health. Though with ulcerative colitis it should be one of the top things when it comes to regaining your health. Muscles are vital for our health and with certain autoimmune diseases we can lose a good amount of it. Because of this it can take even longer to regain our health and get back to our normal self. Today’s episode talks about collagen protein and how it can help increase your muscle mass. Enjoy!
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Each episode I dive deeper into finding how to improve our health. Today’s episode will be talking about oil pulling and how it can have multiple affects on our oral hygiene. Find out how it works, how to do it and why I recommend this practice.
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I wanted to get a little more personal on today’s episode and talk about my journey with ulcerative colitis. I think that by talking about this someone may hear this and relate to it and understand the highs and lows with UC. I want to help people realize that you are not alone when it comes to any autoimmune disease and that there are people out there who are willing to help you regain your health.
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In my quest to finding ways to improve your t health, I came across Ozone Therapy and how it can be beneficial for your health. While I have not done this treatment just yet, I plan on doing it in the near future to get the full benefits of it and to see how helpful it is. Listen today and find out why ozone may be a great option for you!
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On this episode on The Colitis Scope, I talk about the importance of taking your time when it comes to eating. Most people eat in a matter of a few minutes which can have a lot of negative affects on the body. I want you to understand why it is important to take your time and enjoy your food.
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Today’s episode I talk about the three tips that can help you with your recovery with your health. These tips include having a positive mindset, communication with people, and not comparing to others. I’ve found these to be very powerful tools with my health and recovery. These tips will help you have a better outlook on life and change the way you look at your disease. I want you to know that we are in this together to help one another to regain our health! As always, stay healthy Gut Warriors!
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Each episode I dive into certain topics and find out how it can be beneficial for our gut and our health.
Today's episode, I am going over Slippery Elm and finding out why it can be so important for someone that is trying to heal their gut. Slippery Elm has the ability to help soothe our gut lining, which is important with IBD patients since their guts usually take a fair share of irritation throughout the day.
My goal is to shed more light on this subject so that I can help other people like myself who may be dealing with an autoimmune disease and looking for ways to regain their health! I offer this information as a helpful tool, but should not be the deciding factor when it comes to your health. Make sure to always talk to your doctor first before making any changes.
Stay healthy my Gut Warriors!
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Each episode I dive deeper into natural ways to help restore and heal your gut. Today's episode is about the fatty acid known as Caprylic Acid. This fatty acid has a huge range of health benefits when it comes to our body. It can help with IBD issues, Candida, Obesity, and many more. I talk about what exactly Caprylic Acid is and where to find it and how to use it.
So Gut Warrior, take this message and use it to help propel your health in the right direction. We are in this together and I want to shed light on items that can help improve your life!
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Motivation can be a huge benefit when it comes to achieving optimal health. You need that driving force to help you continue on your journey each and everyday. As someone with an autoimmune disease, it can be hard some days. But if you are able to start small and continue to grow your motivation, you will be unstoppable. And remember we are always here for you if you need a support system. As always stay health Gut Warriors!
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I’m sure I’m not the only one who has fallen off the bandwagon when it comes to healthy food. This past weekend was one of those times where I picked the wrong food and I even knew it. I’m a sucker for pizza and thought this time would be better. I was wrong and I felt the affects within hours. This is an episode to let you know that we are human and will mess up from time to time. The main thing is to get back up and continue on the health journey.
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I find that it is important to understand the structure of the colon so that when talking to someone else they can visualize the area and understand how it operates. In this episode I talk about each section and the roles that they play when it comes to our health. This episode is more informative and to give a general overlay of the large intestines.
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Every couple of episodes I like to check back in with my audience and talk about where my current health is at. I find that if you talk about your progression you can see the goals you have been hitting. It also is a good time to see if there are things that are holding you back to better health. So I wanted to take this time to talk about this so that you take the time to check your health progression.
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Today’s episode is about fecal transplant for patients with ulcerative colitis. I am going over the study and talk about my thoughts on the finding on the study. I find it important to keep on studies that are coming out to stay up to date on all the new information. I want to be well rounded when it comes to this disease so that I have a better understanding with all treatment options.
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On today’s episode of The Colitis Scope, I will be diving deeper into the mineral known as Selenium. This may be a new mineral for you, but I want to make sure you know about it. It plays a major role in our health and helps protect our body from Oxidative Stress. So sit back and allow your brain to absorb some knowledge.
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Each episode I dive in to healthy foods that I have been adding to my diet. Today’s episode is on Blackstrap Molasses. This food is super powerful when it comes to helping folks with GI issues. It is a great source of iron and is easy absorbed in the body when comparing it to some supplements. Give this episode a listen and see what the hype is all about!
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Each week I go over health benefits for people suffering with GI issues, especially Ulcerative Colitis. Today’s health topic is on Leeks and how they are a super food with all their vitamins and nutrients. Tune in a find out why you should add leeks to your diet!
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Today’s episode on The Colitis Scope, I talk about how important it is to be journaling the food that you eat. If you are like me, you probably have forgotten what you ate yesterday. That’s why it’s so important to write down what you eat. Sometimes a food may be inflammatory for our body, but won’t show signs for a few hours or days. By having a journal to document everything, you are able to have a better idea what foods may be causing you harm. Along with that, you can also track the calories, vitamins, and minerals you are getting from your food. I hope you enjoy this episode. As always, stay healthy.
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Find out why carrots are so important when it comes to our health. They help with nutritional absorption and even help with our mental development. Now, most people don’t know, but cooked purée carrots have more nutrients than a raw carrot.
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Today’s episode is about our gut and how bacteria play a massive role on its function. We talk about some of the pros and cons that bacteria do for our gut. Along with explaining what Dysbiosis is and what you can do to help reduce it and regain your health. So tune in and learn more about your gut!
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On today’s episode we go over why exercise can be beneficial for you when suffering with a GI Issue. We break down a few different exercises that can help with your cardiovascular system along with reducing your stress. So jump in and enjoy the show!
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As we learn more and more about Ulcerative Colitis, we are getting a better idea on how to heal this disease. The study that I go over today is in its early stages, but does seem promising. Check this weeks episode and see what you think!
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Today’s episode is about raw milk and how it may be beneficial for your microbiome. I am just starting this new food group in my diet and curious to see how it will help my overall health.
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Today’s topic is on cold showers. You’ve may have heard people talking about how amazing they can be and the health benefits behind them. In today’s podcast episode, I talk about how a cold shower may help with your immune system along with your lymphatic system. As always, stay healthy my friends.
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Today we talk about the vagus nerve.
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Today’s episode talks about B12 and how it may be a leading cause to your fatigue and mood swings. People don’t realize that we store B12 for 3-5 years in our liver. But if we deplete this, that’s when symptoms start to show up. Tune in and find more info about B12
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A simple fruit such as a lemon can pack a lot of healthy benefits. Today’s episode talks about why lemons can be helpful so someone dealing with an autoimmune disease.
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This is just a short clip today thanking you all for listening to this podcast. It means a lot and in the next year I want to continue to grow this podcast.
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Today I wanted to talk about white rice. There are some health concerns when it comes to white rice. But there are also some great things with it too. Tune in today and find out why white rice may be right for you!
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Today we are talking about a single probiotic and how it can help with IBD.
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Studies are stating how Vitamin D may play a role in our health. Vitamin D is very beneficial and should be talked about with your medical provider as an option to improve your health. As always, stay healthy!
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Fiber is very important when it comes to our GI system. When we get enough fiber it helps sooth our gut lining.
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A recent study showed that fried oil can have a negative impact on the colon. When oil is heated up and used for cooking can aggravate the GI system. Today I talk about the recent research and my thoughts on going out to eat and picking fried food.
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Today's episode is more personal about my current health state. I talk about how I've been doing with Ulcerative Colitis. Along with talking about my medication, supplements, and talking to people about your Ulcerative Colitis.
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All diseases have their highs and lows and when it comes to UC, there are plenty of lows. One way to get out of that funk is to start tracking your food that you eat each and every day. Sit back and enjoy today's episode! #ulcerativecolitis #health #wellness #gut
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Food is very important when it comes our health, especially our gut. Today I'm talking about three types of foods that are more harmful than beneficial for our body. Tune in today to find out the three items I find very inflammatory for our gut.
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Each week I will walk you through my journey so far with Ulcerative Colitis. I will talk about the highs, the lows and things in between. I will talk about foods, exercise, and ways to reduce stress. This is not medical advice, if you need help, contact your doctor.
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