Go With Your Gut

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What if the key to lifelong health begins in the gut? Go With Your Gut is a show about healing from the inside out — where science meets self-awareness and nutrition meets compassion. Hosted by functional nutritionist and dietitian Norma Flood, each episode explores the powerful connection between our gut, brain, and immune system — and how those early patterns shape everything from energy and focus to skin health and emotional balance. With a special focus on supporting youth and prevention, these conversations offer insight for every stage of life. Because when we learn to listen to our gut, healing starts to make sense.

  1. 17. Rebirth of the Gut with Thaena

    1 DAY AGO

    17. Rebirth of the Gut with Thaena

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andrea McBeth, Co-Founder and CEO of Thaena®, to explore one of the most fascinating frontiers in gut health: postbiotics derived from healthy microbiomes. We break down the science behind fecal transplants and how Thaena has transformed that concept into a sterilized, accessible postbiotic—capturing the powerful communication molecules our gut bacteria produce without the risks of live bacteria. From short-chain fatty acids like butyrate to neurotransmitter precursors and immune-modulating compounds, we dive into how these molecules influence everything from digestion and inflammation to brain health and metabolism. We also talk about real-world applications—why traditional gut protocols sometimes fail, how postbiotics can help “jumpstart” the microbiome, and their potential role in conditions like IBS, SIBO, constipation, and even neuroinflammatory disorders. This conversation challenges the way we think about probiotics, nutrition, and the future of medicine—highlighting just how much we still have to learn about the ecosystem inside us. To learn more about Dr. McBeth's work: Web: https://thaena.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thaena.inc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thaena.inc Learn more about my work at ⁠https://www.normaflood.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠  / @normaflood ⁠  TikTok: ⁠ / normafloodrdn ⁠  Facebook: ⁠ / norma.flood.nutritionist ⁠  Instagram: ⁠ / normaflood23 ⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠ / norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515 ⁠   Produced by Marley Huggins: ⁠https://www.marrrmedia.com/⁠

    33 min
  2. 16. How reducing processed foods supports Autism w/ Erin Geddes

    29 APR

    16. How reducing processed foods supports Autism w/ Erin Geddes

    In this episode, I sit down with Erin Geddes, a participant in the PEARL study, to explore the real-life impact of dietary choices on Autism. Erin shares why she and her family chose to join the study and what they hoped to learn about the role of organic foods in supporting neurological health. She walks us through the changes she’s observed—both subtle and significant—offering an honest look at what this journey has meant for her and her family. Beyond the study itself, Erin opens up about her lived experience as a woman navigating both ADHD and Autism, shedding light on the challenges, insights, and strengths that come with it. Released in recognition of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, this conversation centers on understanding, nuance, and the importance of Autistic experiences. Whether you’re curious about emerging research, personal experiences, or simply want to broaden your perspective, this episode offers a thoughtful and grounded discussion. Resources:  Erin’s book: https://redemption-press.com/product/and-thats-okay-im-wired-differently/  Erin’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DvPXz43E1/  Learn more about the PEARL Study:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdzCRdxT4sw&t=1965s Learn more about my work at ⁠https://www.normaflood.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠ / @normaflood ⁠  TikTok: ⁠ / normafloodrdn ⁠  Facebook: ⁠ / norma.flood.nutritionist ⁠  Instagram: ⁠ / normaflood23 ⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠ / norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515 ⁠   Produced by Marley Huggins: ⁠https://www.marrrmedia.com/⁠

    29 min
  3. 15. Pursuing JOMO over FOMO

    15 APR

    15. Pursuing JOMO over FOMO

    What if the key to feeling better in your body wasn’t another wellness trend, but simply putting your phone down? In this episode of Go With Your Gut, I explore the surprising connection between phone use, FOMO, and gut health. I dive into how constant scrolling, comparison, and digital overwhelm can disrupt our stress levels—and in turn, our digestion, mood, and overall well-being. Discover the shift from FOMO to JOMO, and how creating intentional space away from our screens can help us reconnect with our bodies, our communities, and ourselves. I also share simple, realistic ways to spend less time on your phone and more time doing things that actually sustain you. Because when we step away from the noise and into presence, feeling good becomes a whole lot more natural. Resources:  Learn more about my work at ⁠https://www.normaflood.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠ / @normaflood ⁠  TikTok: ⁠ / normafloodrdn ⁠  Facebook: ⁠ / norma.flood.nutritionist ⁠  Instagram: ⁠ / normaflood23 ⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠ / norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515 ⁠ Produced by Marley Huggins: ⁠https://www.marrrmedia.com/⁠

    18 min

  4. 1 APR

    14. Making Simple, Flavorful Meals with Chef Debbie Kornberg

    What if the secret to healthier meals wasn’t more complicated recipes, but simply learning how to use spices well?  In this episode of Go With Your Gut, we explore how flavor can transform the way we cook and eat. I sit down with Chef Debbie Kornberg, founder of Spice and Leaf and Spice It Up with Deb, to talk about how spices can bring creativity and simplicity back into everyday meals.  We discuss practical ways to move beyond the same weekly meal rotation and how a well-stocked spice cabinet can make dinner faster, more nourishing, and far more enjoyable. Because when cooking feels joyful and approachable, healthy eating becomes something we can sustain. Resources: Spice and Leaf WebsiteSpice It Up With Deb WebsiteDebbie’s YouTubeSpice and Leaf Instagram: @spiceandleafSpice It Up With Deb Instagram: @spiceitupwithdebLearn more about my work at NormaFlood.comYouTube: @NormaFloodTikTok: @normafloodrdnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/norma.flood.nutritionistInstagram: @normaflood23LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515/ Produced by NOVA

    1 hr

  5. 18 MAR

    13. A Holistic Brain Health Program that Improves Brain Connectivity with Amanda Lee, M.A.Ed.

    What if behavior challenges aren’t about willpower, but about wiring? I sit down with Amanda Lee of Brain Balance to explore how movement, nutrition, sensory input, and mindset work together to support attention, emotional regulation, and confidence at any age. When we remember that what we do, think, and eat truly matters, we begin to see how strengthening the brain and nourishing the gut can gently change the trajectory of a life. Resources: Website: BrainBalanceSanDiego.comFacebook: @BrainBalanceSanDiegoInstagram: @BrainBalanceSanDiegoGavin's Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J57Dus79B90Learn more about my work at NormaFlood.comYouTube: @NormaFloodTikTok: @normafloodrdnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/norma.flood.nutritionistInstagram: @normaflood23LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515/ Produced by NOVA

    52 min

  6. 4 MAR

    12. Probiotics vs. Fermented Foods: What Truly Supports Your Gut?

    With an $80 billion probiotic market, it’s easy to believe a capsule is the answer — but is it? In this episode of Go With Your Gut, we explore the difference between probiotic supplements and fermented foods, and what actually creates lasting change in the microbiome. I walk through the science of CFUs, strains, spore-based probiotics, and why certain gut conditions require a more strategic approach. We also look at emerging research showing how fermented foods improve the gut environment itself, supporting true diversity and resilience. Because when we nourish the terrain — not just add more microbes — healing becomes sustainable. Resources: Health Benefits of Prebiotics, Probiotics, Synbiotics, and Postbiotics: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39599742/Health Benefits of Heat-Killed (Tyndallized) Probiotics: An Overview: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31126033/Health Benefits of Fermented Foods: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28945458/Gut-Microbiota-Targeted Diets Modulate Human Immune Status: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34256014/Learn more about my work at NormaFlood.comYouTube: @NormaFloodTikTok: @normafloodrdnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/norma.flood.nutritionistInstagram: @normaflood23LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515/ Produced by NOVA

    40 min

  7. 18 FEB

    11. Helping Teens Regulate Stress Through Nature with Scott Rinehart

    What if one of the biggest sources of anxiety in our kids isn’t something we can fix with more effort, but something we need to step away from? In this episode of Go With Your Gut, I sit down with longtime educator and wilderness guide Scott Rinehart to explore how time in nature — away from phones, schedules, and pressure — can profoundly shape a young person’s emotional and social well-being. We talk about what happens when teens are given space to disconnect from constant stimulation and reconnect with themselves, each other, and the natural world. Scott shares decades of insight from leading wilderness backpacking trips, where confidence, resilience, and authentic connection emerge naturally. Because sometimes healing doesn’t come from adding more — it comes from creating space to simply be. Resources: Contact Scott Rinehart: powaybackpackers@gmail.comListen to Understanding Functional Medicine Through the Tree of Life with Norma FloodSierra Club OutingsREI Backpacking Classes & EventsLearn more about my work at NormaFlood.comYouTube: @NormaFloodTikTok: @normafloodrdnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/norma.flood.nutritionistInstagram: @normaflood23LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515/ Produced by NOVA

    1hr 9min

  8. 4 FEB

    10. Dietary Guidelines for Americans: Clearing Confusion & Controversy

    Are the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans actually helping us eat better — or leaving us more confused than ever? In this episode of Go With Your Gut, we take a thoughtful look at the newly released guidelines and the inverted food pyramid that’s stirring up questions. I walk through what these recommendations get right, where they fall short, and why so much of the messaging still misses the mark when it comes to gut health, vegetables, and ultra-processed foods. We explore the ongoing push for dairy, the lack of clarity around portions, and the bigger influences shaping our food system — from farming practices to school lunches. Because real clarity doesn’t come from a graphic or a guideline alone. It comes from understanding how food affects our gut, our families, and our long-term health. Resources: Learn more at realfood.govDietary Guidelines for Americans (PDF)Learn more about my work at NormaFlood.comYouTube: @NormaFloodTikTok: @normafloodrdnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/norma.flood.nutritionistInstagram: @normaflood23LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norma-flood-ms-rd-4bbb1515/ Produced by NOVA

    37 min
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What if the key to lifelong health begins in the gut? Go With Your Gut is a show about healing from the inside out — where science meets self-awareness and nutrition meets compassion. Hosted by functional nutritionist and dietitian Norma Flood, each episode explores the powerful connection between our gut, brain, and immune system — and how those early patterns shape everything from energy and focus to skin health and emotional balance. With a special focus on supporting youth and prevention, these conversations offer insight for every stage of life. Because when we learn to listen to our gut, healing starts to make sense.

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  • Creator
    NOVA
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
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