Regulate — with Jasmine Chilcott

FixBIOME

Most modern health issues, from gut symptoms and hormonal imbalances to anxiety, fatigue, and poor sleep, don’t begin with a disease. They begin with dysregulation. In a world of constant stimulation, processed food, digital overload, and relentless stress, the systems designed to keep us balanced, the gut, nervous system, immune system, and hormones, are pushed out of rhythm. When those systems fall out of sync, we feel it: bloating, brain fog, mood swings, inflammation, burnout, and a growing sense of disconnect from ourselves and others. Regulate is the antidote. Hosted by Jasmine Chilcott, founder of FixBIOME, this podcast explores the science of the gut–brain axis, nervous system regulation, stress physiology, women’s health, and the natural rhythms the body depends on. Through conversations with naturopaths, nutritionists, doctors, researchers, and wellness innovators, each episode breaks down complex concepts into practical, simple, science-backed tools you can use to repair your system, gently and consistently. This isn’t wellness hype. It’s root-cause, nature-backed health literacy designed for the modern world. Expect to learn about: • how stress disrupts digestion, hormones, and immunity • the real reasons gut issues are rising • why regulation beats restriction • the power of nature, movement, and nervous system anchors • restoring rhythm through small, daily rituals • women’s cycles, biological design, and hormonal balance • dysbiosis, SIBO, gut repair, and the MMC • the psychology of overstimulation and burnout and what this really means for longevity Most importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of your body and what it’s trying to tell you. Because you’re not broken. You’re simply dysregulated, and regulation can be rebuilt.

Episodes

  1. 11/30/2025

    How Modern Stress Dysregulates the Gut–Brain Axis with Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow

    In this episode of Regulate — with Jasmine Chilcott, Jasmine and Michaela Sparrow, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist unpack how stress disrupts your gut, hormones, mood and energy, and why understanding the gut–brain axis is the foundation of a regulated life. Most people accept bloating, exhaustion, painful periods, anxiety and burnout as “normal.” They’re not. They’re signals. I created this podcast because I learned the hard way that you can’t out-supplement an unregulated system, and you can’t feel well if your gut and brain are constantly in survival mode. Regulate exists to give you science-backed clarity in a world that keeps pulling your body off-centre. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How stress shuts down digestionWhy symptoms don’t show up on standard testsThe real role of the migrating motor complex (MMC)Why regulation matters more than quick fixesHow to support your gut daily so it can support you This episode lays the foundation for everything to come, a new way of understanding your symptoms and your body. Next Episodes: FixBIOME Philosophies · 11 Golden Rituals · Gut Health Terms · The Female Cycle About Our Guest Michaela Sparrow - Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Specialises in women’s health, hormones, gut repair and metabolic function. Our Products: Everyday Regulator — Gut Brain Axys https://fixbiome.com.au/products/gut-brain-axys Deep Gut Reset — FixBIOME Gut Reset Course: https://fixbiome.com.au/products/fixbiome-gut-reset-course  Connect With Us Website: https://fixbiome.com Instagram & TikTok: @fixbiome

    17 min
  2. 11/30/2025

    Our Science-Backed 11 FixBIOME Golden Rituals with Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow

    In this episode of Regulate — with Jasmine Chilcott, Jasmine and Michaela Sparrow, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist, break down the 11 Golden Rituals FixBIOME uses to help people regulate their nervous system, improve gut function, stabilise hormones and build resilience in the modern world. These rituals aren’t rigid routines, they’re simple, biologically grounded tools anyone can use to feel calmer, clearer and more in control of their health. What You’ll Learn Golden Ritual #1 Nature How sunlight, green spaces and natural environments lower cortisol and regulate the nervous system. Golden Ritual #2 Cold Water Exposure The mental resilience benefits of ice baths and cold water, and how controlled stress rewires fear responses. Golden Ritual # 3 Ocean and Water Why being near water signals safety to the brain and instantly grounds the nervous system. Golden Ritual #4 Meditation How training your attention improves stress resilience, digestion and emotional clarity. Golden Ritual #5 Gratitude The neuroscience behind gratitude and why it lowers cortisol and improves sleep. Golden Ritual #6 Movement Why even short walks support digestion, the MMC, blood sugar and mood. Golden Ritual #7 Journaling & Brain Dumping How putting thoughts on paper reduces stress and dramatically improves sleep. Golden Ritual #8 Wholefoods + 80/20 Balance Why flexibility, not restriction, supports gut health, hormones and long-term wellbeing. Golden Ritual #9 Real Human Connection How genuine connection regulates your nervous system in a way technology can’t. Golden Ritual #10 Content Diet How digital inputs shape your mood, attention and gut every single day. Golden Ritual #11 Nervous System Anchors The power of familiar rituals and safe spaces to restore regulation and resilience. About Our Guest Michaela Sparrow - Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Specialises in women’s health, hormones, gut repair and metabolic function. Our Products: Everyday Regulator — Gut Brain Axys https://fixbiome.com.au/products/gut-brain-axys Deep Gut Reset — FixBIOME Gut Reset Course: https://fixbiome.com.au/products/fixbiome-gut-reset-course  Connect With Us Website: https://fixbiome.com Instagram & TikTok: @fixbiome

    36 min
  3. 11/30/2025

    Decoding Gut Health: The Terms, Conditions & What They Actually Mean with Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow

    Understanding gut health shouldn’t feel overwhelming. In this episode of Regulate — with Jasmine Chilcott, Jasmine and Michaela Sparrow, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist break down the most common gut health terms people hear but rarely understand. If you’ve ever been told you have IBS, dysbiosis, candida, leaky gut, SIBO, or a “dysregulated gut–brain axis” — this episode explains what those actually mean, why symptoms overlap, and how these conditions develop inside the body. This conversation gives you the clarity that the internet often complicates. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Dysbiosis What an imbalanced microbiome really is, why symptoms vary so widely, and why “good vs bad bacteria” is an oversimplification. IBS Why IBS is an umbrella diagnosis, why tests often come back “normal,” and how root-cause understanding changes everything. SIBO How bacteria migrate into the small intestine, why bloating becomes painful, why relapse rates are so high, and why single-ingredient approaches often fail. The Microbiome What it is, why it’s as unique as a fingerprint, and how it affects serotonin, dopamine, hormones, immunity and metabolism. Candida What fungal overgrowth looks like, the surprising symptoms most people miss, and why cravings, fatigue and skin issues often trace back to it. Intestinal Permeability (Leaky Gut) How tight junctions work, what happens when they become “leaky,” and why chronic inflammation affects mood, energy and immunity. The Vagus Nerve Its role as a bidirectional highway between brain and gut, and how dysregulation drives digestive and emotional symptoms. The Gut–Brain Axis How stress changes digestion in real time, why fight-or-flight affects bowel movements, and practical tools that help regulate the system. This episode simplifies the terminology so you can navigate gut health with confidence, not confusion. About Our Guest Michaela Sparrow - Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Specialises in women’s health, hormones, gut repair and metabolic function. Our Products: Everyday Regulator — Gut Brain Axys https://fixbiome.com.au/products/gut-brain-axys Deep Gut Reset — FixBIOME Gut Reset Course: https://fixbiome.com.au/products/fixbiome-gut-reset-course  Connect With Us Website: https://fixbiome.com Instagram & TikTok: @fixbiome

    22 min
  4. 11/30/2025

    The 3 Core FixBIOME Philosophies with Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow

    In this episode of Regulate — with Jasmine Chilcott, Jasmine and Michaela Sparrow, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist break down the three core philosophies that shape FixBIOME: The Gut, The Power of Nature, and Root Cause / Terrain Theory. These are the principles behind everything we teach, and they explain why modern gut issues, hormonal symptoms, fatigue, stress, skin changes, and chronic dysregulation are rising faster than ever. This episode gives listeners a clear, grounded understanding of how the body actually works and why superficial, symptom-only approaches rarely lead to long-term change. Philosophy #1 — The Gut The gut is the centre of every system: it produces most of your serotonin, half your dopamine, extracts nutrients, regulates hormones, neutralises histamine, modulates inflammation, and communicates with your brain constantly. Jasmine and Michaela unpack: Why nutrient extraction matters more than what you eatWhy probiotics alone aren’t the full pictureHow the gut wall, enzymes, and stomach acid shape long-term healthHow stress impacts digestion and why gut issues rise under pressureWhy the gut is the “silent driver” behind mood, hormones, energy and immunity Philosophy #2 — The Power of Nature We are part of nature, not separate from it. While modern life has evolved faster than our biology, our bodies still require the natural inputs we evolved with. In this section, you’ll learn: Why natural tools (sunlight, green spaces, grounding) regulate the nervous systemHow food in its whole, natural form supports gut repairWhy nature is not “woo”, but scientifically measurableHow nature-based practices improve performance, resilience and mental clarityWhy human connection is a biological need, not a luxury Jasmine and Michaela explore how nature achieves what supplementation alone cannot.  Philosophy #3 — Root Cause & Terrain  Symptoms are not the problem, they’re evidence of a deeper imbalance. Together, Jasmine and Michaela unpack: Why addressing root cause creates long-term, sustainable changeHow all body systems are interconnected (gut ↔ hormones ↔ brain ↔ energy)Why chronic conditions often stem from a dysregulated internal terrainHow terrain health determines resilience, recovery, ageing and vitalityWhy symptom-chasing fails and what holistic, systems-based support looks like This philosophy explains why two people can experience the same trigger but have completely different outcomes, and how to strengthen your internal terrain. About Our Guest Michaela Sparrow - Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Specialises in women’s health, hormones, gut repair and metabolic function. Our Products: Everyday Regulator — Gut Brain Axys https://fixbiome.com.au/products/gut-brain-axys Deep Gut Reset — FixBIOME Gut Reset Course: https://fixbiome.com.au/products/fixbiome-gut-reset-course  Connect With Us Website: https://fixbiome.com Instagram & TikTok: @fixbiome

    22 min
  5. 11/30/2025

    Understanding the Female Cycle: 4 Phases, Hormones & Gut Health with Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow

    .In this episode, Jasmine sits down with Michaela Sparrow, Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist, to break down something every woman deserves to understand: the female cycle, how it actually works, and why it deeply impacts mood, energy, gut health, cravings, stress tolerance and emotional regulation. Most women are taught more about how not to get pregnant than how their own biology functions. Yet the truth is simple: Women do not run on a 24-hour hormonal clock. We run on a 28-day cycle, and every phase changes how we feel, think, digest and operate. When you understand the hormonal shifts across the follicular phase, ovulation and luteal phase, you can finally make sense of: PMS, PMDD, irritability and emotional swingsChanges in self-esteem, confidence, clarity and decision-makingSudden hunger spikes and carb cravingsWater retention, weight fluctuations and feeling “puffier”Gut changes: bloating, constipation, diarrheaEnergy highs vs exhaustionSensitivity, anxiety, overstimulationWhen to push vs when to rest This episode gives you a biological map of your cycle, so you stop fighting your body and start working with it. What You’ll Learn The real hormonal rhythm of the female cycle (beyond high school health class)How estrogen and progesterone shape emotion, mood, gut function and resilienceWhy the follicular phase feels energised, social and confidentWhy ovulation is your peak mental + physical performance windowWhy the luteal phase requires more food, more rest, and more compassionHow the gut microbiome influences estrogen (and contributes to heavy periods, PMS, PMDD)Why women experience more IBS and gut symptoms than menHow dysbiosis can worsen hormonal symptomsHow to structure your life around your biology, not against it This episode offers practical literacy: the language and framework to understand your own body, predict how you’re going to feel, and stop blaming yourself for normal hormonal shifts. About Our Guest Michaela Sparrow - Naturopath & Clinical Nutritionist Specialises in women’s health, hormones, gut repair and metabolic function. Our Products: Everyday Regulator — Gut Brain Axys https://fixbiome.com.au/products/gut-brain-axys Deep Gut Reset — FixBIOME Gut Reset Course: https://fixbiome.com.au/products/fixbiome-gut-reset-course  Connect With Us Website: https://fixbiome.com Instagram & TikTok: @fixbiome

    11 min

About

Most modern health issues, from gut symptoms and hormonal imbalances to anxiety, fatigue, and poor sleep, don’t begin with a disease. They begin with dysregulation. In a world of constant stimulation, processed food, digital overload, and relentless stress, the systems designed to keep us balanced, the gut, nervous system, immune system, and hormones, are pushed out of rhythm. When those systems fall out of sync, we feel it: bloating, brain fog, mood swings, inflammation, burnout, and a growing sense of disconnect from ourselves and others. Regulate is the antidote. Hosted by Jasmine Chilcott, founder of FixBIOME, this podcast explores the science of the gut–brain axis, nervous system regulation, stress physiology, women’s health, and the natural rhythms the body depends on. Through conversations with naturopaths, nutritionists, doctors, researchers, and wellness innovators, each episode breaks down complex concepts into practical, simple, science-backed tools you can use to repair your system, gently and consistently. This isn’t wellness hype. It’s root-cause, nature-backed health literacy designed for the modern world. Expect to learn about: • how stress disrupts digestion, hormones, and immunity • the real reasons gut issues are rising • why regulation beats restriction • the power of nature, movement, and nervous system anchors • restoring rhythm through small, daily rituals • women’s cycles, biological design, and hormonal balance • dysbiosis, SIBO, gut repair, and the MMC • the psychology of overstimulation and burnout and what this really means for longevity Most importantly, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of your body and what it’s trying to tell you. Because you’re not broken. You’re simply dysregulated, and regulation can be rebuilt.