Gut Fix | Natural Remedies for IBD | Digestive Issues, Nutrition, Fatigue, Chronic Stress, Ulcerative Colitis

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Struggling with IBD, digestive issues, or relentless fatigue? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to settle for just getting by. I’m Wendy Handy, and I’ve been in your shoes. After years of pushing through symptoms and feeling trapped by my health, I finally found a way to break free—and now, I’m here to help you do the same. In Gut Fix, we dive into the root causes of gut dysfunction, explore the powerful connection between digestion and hormones, and uncover strategies to regain your energy and feel like yourself again. Through expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life insights, you’ll learn how to listen to your body, reduce inflammation, and make simple but effective lifestyle shifts. It’s time to take back control of your health, ditch the overwhelm, and start feeling vibrant again. Let’s get started! Email: wendy@wendyhandy.com Website: www.wendyhandy.com

  1. 12/30/2025

    Ep 78 | New Year, New You—Without the Pressure

    As we head into a new year, the pressure to “start over” can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re already dealing with fatigue, digestive issues, chronic stress, or inflammation. In this episode, we take a different approach to New Year health goals, focusing on simple, sustainable habits that support the nervous system, gut health, hormones, and energy levels. You’ll learn why real healing doesn’t come from extreme diets or rigid routines, but from small daily shifts that help your body feel safer and more regulated. We talk about how morning routines affect cortisol and stress, why blood sugar balance plays a role in energy and digestion, how sleep impacts inflammation and gut healing, and why symptoms like bloating, fatigue, and mood changes are important signals—not inconveniences to ignore. This episode is especially helpful if you’re looking for: A gentle, realistic approach to health in 2026 Support for gut health, IBD, digestion, and inflammation Ways to improve energy without restriction or burnout Nervous system regulation and stress-aware wellness strategies Simple tools like wellness journaling to track patterns and progress If you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a calmer, more sustainable path to feeling better, this episode will help you rethink what “healthy” really means—and how to make it work in real life. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    9 min

  2. 12/23/2025

    Ep 77 | You Can’t Heal in Fight-or-Flight: Why Mindset and Nervous System Work Matter

    Can you eat the right foods, take the right supplements, and still struggle to heal? Yes—and your nervous system may be the missing piece. In this episode of The Gut Fix Podcast, Wendy Handy dives into the powerful connection between mindset, nervous system regulation, and healing, and explains why you cannot heal in fight-or-flight mode. Chronic stress keeps the body stuck in survival mode, disrupting digestion, increasing inflammation, throwing hormones off balance, and slowing true recovery—especially for those dealing with gut issues, IBD, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, and ongoing inflammation. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why mindset work alone isn’t enough for healing How the nervous system controls digestion, immune function, and inflammation What fight-or-flight really looks like in everyday life Why the parasympathetic “rest-and-digest” state is essential for gut health Simple, practical ways to calm your nervous system and support healing naturally If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel stuck, this episode will help you understand what your body actually needs to feel safe enough to heal. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖  Mini Breakthrough  Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    16 min

  3. 12/16/2025

    Ep 76 | Why More Supplements Isn’t Helping and What to Do Instead

    Taking more supplements doesn’t always lead to better health. In this episode of the Gut Fix Podcast, we explore why supplements sometimes stop working, how poor absorption and timing can cause them to backfire, and the key differences between supportive and corrective supplements. Learn why testing matters, how chronic stress and digestion impact supplement effectiveness, and what to focus on instead of piling on more pills. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    14 min

  4. 12/09/2025

    Ep 75 | Holiday Eating Without Regret: Enjoy, Indulge, Reset

    Feeling anxious about holiday eating, weight gain, or digestive flare-ups? In this episode of the Gut Fix Podcast, Wendy breaks down a realistic and supportive approach to eating during the holidays—without restriction, stress, or regret. You’ll learn how to stabilize blood sugar, prevent bloating, avoid overeating, and bounce back quickly after a big holiday meal. We cover: ✓ Why saving calories leads to overeating ✓ How to create a gut-friendly holiday plate ✓ What foods trigger inflammation, fatigue, and digestive symptoms ✓ A 24-hour reset plan after overeating ✓ How to enjoy your favorite treats without guilt Perfect for anyone dealing with bloating, constipation, IBD, low energy, inflammation, or food sensitivities. 🎧 Tune in now to eat joyfully AND wake up feeling good tomorrow. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖  Book your Mini Breakthrough Session Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    13 min

  5. 12/02/2025

    Ep 74 |The One Session That Finally Explains Your Symptoms: The Mini Metabolic Breakthrough

    Are you dealing with chronic fatigue, digestive issues, bloating, inflammation, brain fog, or symptoms that don’t make sense—especially when your labs look “normal”? You’re not imagining it. Your body is telling you something. In this episode, Wendy Handy, FDN-P, explains why the Mini Metabolic Breakthrough Session is the most effective first step when you’re trying to get to the root cause of your symptoms. You’ll learn how this 60-minute deep-dive uncovers hidden metabolic imbalances, reveals what’s missing from conventional lab work, and helps you finally understand what your body needs to heal. Wendy also shares her own healing story—how she went from running marathons with unexplained symptoms to discovering the deeper imbalances behind her Ulcerative Colitis, and why functional health looked at things traditional medicine never considered. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why “normal” labs don’t always mean normal health • The clues your gut and hormones are sending you • How metabolic chaos contributes to fatigue, inflammation, and digestive issues • Why looking at your whole health picture matters • What to expect during a Mini Metabolic Breakthrough Session • The top root-cause patterns most people miss • How a personalized plan can help you feel better quickly Book your Breakthrough Session Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    13 min

  6. 11/25/2025

    Ep 73 | The Menopause–Microbiome Connection

    If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and suddenly dealing with bloating, constipation, mood swings, hot flashes, or feeling like your body has changed overnight, this episode is your new roadmap. Wendy Handy, FDN-P and gut health practitioner, breaks down the powerful connection between your gut microbiome and hormonal changes during menopause—and how supporting your gut can dramatically reduce symptoms. You’ll learn why digestive issues spike during perimenopause, how gut bacteria influence estrogen balance (in simple, non-sciencey terms), and what you can do starting today to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, steady your mood, and ease hot flashes. We cover: How menopause affects the gut microbiome Why bloating, gas, and constipation become more common The gut–hormone connection explained simply The role of gut bacteria in estrogen balance How stress, sleep, and motility impact menopausal symptoms Practical food and lifestyle tips to support digestion and hormone health How to nourish your microbiome for a smoother menopause transition If you’re ready to feel like yourself again—and want real answers, not guesswork—this episode will empower you with the clarity and steps you need. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    14 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    Ep: 72 | Fatty Liver: The Silent Energy Drainer

    Are you experiencing chronic fatigue, brain fog, bloating, or stubborn belly fat that won't budge no matter what you try? Your liver might be sending you distress signals. In this episode of the Gut Fix Podcast, functional health practitioner Wendy explores non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)—one of the most common yet overlooked metabolic conditions affecting women over 40.   What You'll Learn:   Discover what causes fatty liver disease beyond alcohol consumption, including hidden sugars in healthy foods, gut dysbiosis, hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause, chronic stress, and environmental toxins. Learn why standard blood work often misses early liver dysfunction and how functional lab testing can uncover the root causes of metabolic inflammation.   Wendy explains the gut-liver axis connection and how endotoxins from bacterial overgrowth (LPS) travel directly to your liver, triggering inflammation and fat accumulation. You'll understand the role of estrogen dominance, cortisol imbalance, and oxidative stress in liver health.   Functional Testing Covered:   •GI-MAP stool testing for dysbiosis, H. pylori, yeast overgrowth, and beta-glucuronidase •Metabolic Wellness Profile measuring indican, bile acids, and 8-OHdG oxidative stress markers •Stress & Hormone Panel for cortisol rhythm, DHEA, and estrogen metabolism •Mucosal Barrier Assessment including zonulin, histamine, and DAO enzyme levels   Natural Reversal Strategies:   Learn evidence-based approaches to reverse fatty liver naturally, including blood sugar stabilization, omega-3 supplementation, gut healing protocols, sulfur-rich foods for liver detoxification, stress management techniques, and targeted supplements like NAC, milk thistle, TUDCA, and magnesium. Perfect for women experiencing unexplained weight gain, hormone imbalance, digestive issues, high cholesterol, or metabolic syndrome symptoms who want to take a functional medicine approach to liver health and energy restoration.   Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    18 min

  8. 11/11/2025

    Ep 71| Oxidative Stress: The Silent Energy Thief Messing With Your Gut & Brain

    Feeling drained, foggy, bloated, puffy, or just “off”? In this episode of The Gut Fix Podcast, Wendy Handy, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and gut–brain health coach, uncovers one of the most overlooked causes of fatigue, inflammation, digestive issues, hormone imbalance, and brain fog: oxidative stress. You’ll learn what oxidative stress actually is (in normal-human language), how it impacts gut health, brain function, cellular energy, hormones, aging, and mood, and why women over 40 feel it more intensely. Wendy breaks down the telltale signs your cells are overwhelmed, the everyday triggers that ramp up inflammation, and the natural remedies that help lower oxidative stress so your body can finally rebalance. This episode covers: • What oxidative stress is and how it affects the gut–brain axis • Signs of oxidative stress: fatigue, bloating, mood changes, low energy, brain fog • How oxidative stress damages the gut lining and impacts digestion • Why women 40+ are more vulnerable (hello hormones + stress) • Oxidative stress, inflammation & your omega-3 to omega-6 ratio • Natural ways to reduce oxidative stress (foods, oils, nervous system resets, sleep, minerals) • The at-home test that reveals hidden inflammation and fatty-acid imbalance • How to support your gut, brain, and hormones through targeted nutrition & lifestyle If you’re ready to understand the root causes of your symptoms and reclaim your energy, this episode is a must-listen. Stay happy, stay healthy! Wendy 💖    Vitamin D Test IBD Guide  Balance Test Kit  Balance Oil  Free 30 Min Discovery Call:  Book Now  Shop Clean Skincare Products   Oliveda Clean Join my Newsletter

    15 min
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Struggling with IBD, digestive issues, or relentless fatigue? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to settle for just getting by. I’m Wendy Handy, and I’ve been in your shoes. After years of pushing through symptoms and feeling trapped by my health, I finally found a way to break free—and now, I’m here to help you do the same. In Gut Fix, we dive into the root causes of gut dysfunction, explore the powerful connection between digestion and hormones, and uncover strategies to regain your energy and feel like yourself again. Through expert interviews, practical tips, and real-life insights, you’ll learn how to listen to your body, reduce inflammation, and make simple but effective lifestyle shifts. It’s time to take back control of your health, ditch the overwhelm, and start feeling vibrant again. Let’s get started! Email: wendy@wendyhandy.com Website: www.wendyhandy.com

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