The Wellness Digest

Hannah & Lena Kleinfeld
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Welcome to the Wellness Digest, where we dive into the latest in gut health and holistic wellness. We’re Hannah and Lena Kleinfeld, sisters and business partners, and we’ve dedicated our lives to gut health and the pursuit of wellness. Between research, conversations with experts, and testing things out ourselves, we’re constantly learning and experiencing new things that shape our approach to well-being. Here we’ll share our knowledge, so that it may inspire you to live your happiest, healthiest lives. Here’s to living and feeling our best—together.

Episodes

  1. 6 JAN

    Gut Health Is Self-Care For Us Women

    As we close out Season 1 of The Wellness Digest, we’re dedicating our final episode to the foundation of women’s health, resilience, and longevity: the gut. When your gut is off, everything feels off, and that’s not a coincidence. Your gut microbiome acts as a central control center, influencing energy, mood, immunity,  inflammation, and how well you age. And for women especially, gut imbalances show up faster and louder, from bloating and constipation to burnout and hormonal disruption. In this episode, we break down: - Why gut microbiome balance matters for healthspan, not just lifespan - Why women are disproportionately affected by digestive issues and gut imbalances - How chronic stress and burnout disrupt the gut–brain axis  - The estrobolome explained: how gut bacteria regulate estrogen, fertility, PMS, PCOS, and more - Why low-grade inflammation accelerates disease and aging  - The gut–skin connection and what the science says about glowing from within - Why daily gut care is one of the most powerful forms of preventative self-care for modern women We also share simple, realistic gut-support rituals, from nourishing food choices to targeted probiotic support, designed to fit into real life. Your gut is not just about digestion—it’s about vitality, clarity, and longevity!

    13 min

  2. 18/12/2025

    The Gut-Skin Connection: Why Glowing Skin Starts in Your Gut

    We believe the phrase “Your skin is the external mirror of your gut” to be very true. In this episode of The Wellness Digest, we’re unpacking the powerful gut–skin connection, and why so many skin concerns are actually signals that your gut is struggling. From breakouts and eczema to dullness and inflammation, your skin is often the first place gut imbalance shows up. In this episode, we cover: - How the gut and skin communicate through the immune system and inflammation - What leaky gut and dysbiosis really mean and how they affect skin clarity - Why stress, antibiotics, sugar, alcohol, and low fiber intake disrupt the gut and the skin - How probiotics and prebiotics support the gut barrier, immune regulation, and nutrient absorption - Clinical research showing significant improvements in acne, eczema, and overall skin complaints with targeted probiotics  If you’ve tried every topical product with limited results or simply care about your skin, this episode invites you to zoom out and start where real skin health begins: the gut.

    21 min

  3. 11/12/2025

    The Hidden Fire: How Your Gut Drives Low Grade Inflammation 

    Most people think inflammation is something you feel, but one of the biggest drivers of health issues, chronic disease, and premature aging is something far more subtle: low-grade inflammation. And, it's quietly being fueled by the gut. In this episode, we unpack what low-grade inflammation is, why it’s so widespread, and how today’s lifestyle — stress, processed food, sleep deficits, environmental toxins — keeps the immune system on a slow, steady simmer. We break down how the gut lining and gut–brain–immune loop can either drive inflammation… or calm it. Most importantly, we’ll share the daily habits, foods, and clinically studied probiotics that help soothe this internal fire. If you’ve been feeling tired, puffy, moody, foggy, or “off,” this episode will help you understand why — and what to do about it.

    20 min

  4. 26/11/2025

    Seasonal Shifts & the Gut Microbiome

    As the weather cools and the days get shorter, our routines, cravings, and energy shift — and so does our gut. In this episode of The Wellness Digest, we break down how fall and winter impact the microbiome, immunity, and mood, and why this season can bring everything from sluggish digestion to more stress and more colds. We’ll explore how seasonal changes influence microbial balance, why the gut is the control center for immune training during cold & flu season, and how holiday foods, travel, and stress affect digestion. We also dive into the gut-brain axis, explaining how less sunlight and altered serotonin levels can shape both mood and gut function. Plus, we discuss the surprising role of gratitude and social connection in supporting microbial diversity and reducing inflammation.

    14 min

  5. 18/11/2025

    Our POV on Lyme Disease (From Two People Who Have Healed From It)

    This is one of Hannah and Lena’s most personal episodes yet. Both of them have navigated persistent Lyme disease at different points in their lives, but with the same confusion, misdiagnoses, and long stretches of feeling unwell without clear answers. They share what Lyme really is, why it’s so often missed, and how it can impact the body in ways most people never hear about. They also talk about the healing side—the resilience, clarity, and transformation that ultimately came from their journeys. You’ll hear what helped them rebuild, why supporting the gut and immune system was essential, and the simple prevention habits every family should know. Whether you’re dealing with Lyme, exploring chronic symptoms, or just wanting to better understand Hannah and Lena’s journeys, this conversation offers compassion, insight, and hope.

    34 min

  6. 30/10/2025

    Why Nourishing Your Kids’ Microbiome Matters for Immunity, Brain Health & Beyond

    From birth through the school years, a child’s gut microbiome plays a powerful role in shaping digestion, immunity, mood, and even brain development. In this episode of The Wellness Digest, sisters Hannah and Lena Kleinfeld explore how a child’s microbiome develops, what can disrupt it (think antibiotics, stress, and picky eating), and how parents can naturally support gut health through food, lifestyle, and probiotics. They also introduce two exciting new ways Omni-Biotic is making gut health easier for kids — with clinically formulated, science-backed probiotic blends tailored for little ones’ unique needs.

    16 min

  7. 16/10/2025

    Sister Q+A: Motherhood, Running a Business Together & Wellness Practices

    In this candid sister sit-down, Hannah and Lena Kleinfeld (Co-Founders of Omni-Biotic US) interview each other on wellness rituals, postpartum reality, running a company as siblings, and the science they’re most excited about right now. Hannah shares the mindset her Lyme journey taught her (“healing isn’t linear”) and the daily movement routine she refuses to skip. Lena myth-busts a trending question and shares a surprising health hack she picked up from her mother and swears by when you’re sick.      They also talk about what most women don’t realize about their gut (hint: it’s a control center touching immunity, detox via the gut-liver axis, and the gut-brain connection), favorite research directions, and how growing up between the U.S. and Germany shaped their holistic approach. Plus: the best and hardest parts of working with your sister.

    23 min
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About

Welcome to the Wellness Digest, where we dive into the latest in gut health and holistic wellness. We’re Hannah and Lena Kleinfeld, sisters and business partners, and we’ve dedicated our lives to gut health and the pursuit of wellness. Between research, conversations with experts, and testing things out ourselves, we’re constantly learning and experiencing new things that shape our approach to well-being. Here we’ll share our knowledge, so that it may inspire you to live your happiest, healthiest lives. Here’s to living and feeling our best—together.

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  • Creator
    Hannah & Lena Kleinfeld
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7