How the Gut-Brain Axis Impacts Your Mental Health with Rachel Scheer

In today's episode of The Root Cause Medicine Podcast, Dr. Carrie Jones sits down with Rachel Scheer to explore the fascinating connection between the gut-brain axis and nervous system regulation.

You'll hear them discuss:

• How IBS, anxiety, and depression are linked to your gut

• Why high achievers are more prone to gut issues

• How trauma and stress are wrecking your gut health

• Breathing tricks to calm your nervous system

• Functional approaches to gut dysfunction and mental health
  
  

Rachel is the Founder and CEO of Rachel Scheer Nutrition, with vast experience in the health, wellness, and fitness industry. She is skilled in nutrition counseling, public speaking, and health education. Additionally, Rachel is a certified Functional Medicine Nutritionist, fitness model, author of Root Cause: A Complete Guide to Functional Nutrition for Coaches, and host of the Sheer Madness Podcast.
Labs Mentioned

• The DUTCH Test
• Heart Rate Variability (HRV)
• Microbiome Panel
• Adrenal Panel
• Inflammation Panel
  
  

Guest Details:

• Rachel Scheer’s Website, LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Book
• Sheer Madness Podcast

Rupa Health Details:

• Rupa Health's Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube
• Rupa Health Reference Guide & Magazine
• Dr. Carrie Jones Website, Instagram, Facebook & TikTok

Timestamps

03:22 - Why Stress Messes with Your Stomach

08:16 - How IBS, Anxiety, and Depression Are Linked to Your Gut

12:52 - Why High Achievers Should Track Their HRV Daily

16:22 - Is Your Drive to Success Hurting Your Gut Health?

23:29 - How Trauma and Stress Are Wrecking Your Gut Health

29:32 - Simple Breathing Tricks to Calm Your Nervous System

34:49 - The First Step to Start Healing Your Gut

39:35 - Why Your Phone Is Sabotaging Your Mental Clarity

41:53 - How to Stay Grounded Despite a Busy Life

48:04 - Where Can You Fin