Abounding Life Podcast | Gut Health & Functional Medicine for Women

Nikki Yelton, RD — Functional Medicine Dietitian & Nutritionist
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Restore gut health, hormone balance, and lasting energy with root-cause functional medicine. Board-certified practitioner Nikki Yelton, RD, helps purpose-driven women over 30 overcome bloating, fatigue, and hormone imbalances through personalized holistic nutrition, advanced lab testing, and faith-based wellness. Discover how your microbiome connects to your energy, mood, hormones, and metabolism—and what to do when your labs look "normal" but you still don't feel right. Topics include perimenopause and hormones, gut healing, detox and drainage, microbiome restoration, and the science of root-cause healing. New episodes weekly. ✨ Subscribe and join us! 

Episodes

  1. 5D AGO

    9: The 3 Nutrients That Make Perimenopause So Much Easier

    🍎 Grab my free Drainage Pathway Roadmap here → Drainage Pathways Checklist If you're between 35 and 50 and you've been feeling "off" (sleep deprived, more irritable, energy dips you can't predict, gut feels different than it used to), please don't chalk this up to stress. Most conventional practitioners are missing the entire transition that's actually happening right now. And there are three nutrients that change everything. In this episode, I'm walking you through how to tell if you're heading into perimenopause, what's actually driving the imbalance underneath, and the top three research-backed nutrients that move the needle most for easing this transition You'll learn:  The early signs of perimenopause (most women miss these)The 4 definitive symptoms that confirm you're in the transitionWhy some women hit perimenopause too early (and the underlying drivers)The 3 nutrients backed by research that ease perimenopause symptoms mostSpecific food sources for each nutrientSupplement form and dosing guidanceWhy testing matters (and which labs to ask for) This is foundational education for every woman 35-50 who wants to ease into this season of life with clarity, energy, and stability!  Resources & Links:  Fullscript Supplement Dispensary: FullscriptBodyBio Balance Oil: Omega-3 + omega-6 ratio supportBest Absorbed Magnesium: BiOptimizers 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    47 min

  2. APR 28

    8: The 60-Second Test to Measure Low Stomach Acid (and What to Do If You're Low)

    The hidden reason 90% of women have bloating, reflux, and fatigue isn't "too much stomach acid" — it's too little. Inside: the 60-second at-home test, 10+ symptoms to watch for, and how to start raising it naturally. In this episode, I'm walking you through one of the most overlooked foundations of digestion: low stomach acid (also called hypochlorhydria). I see this in 9 out of 10 of the women I work with, and it's why so many "gut healing" protocols ultimately fail. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Why "too much stomach acid" is the opposite of what's actually happeningThe 10+ symptoms that signal you're running low (most women miss these)The root causes of low stomach acid A simple at-home test you can do tomorrow morning What your test results actually meanThe natural ways to start supporting stomach acid productionWhy fermented foods can sometimes backfire when you're lowThe supplement timing mistake I see all the timeHow this connects to my Abounding 5™ Method for restoring gut health from the foundation upTHE 60-SECOND AT-HOME STOMACH ACID TEST Step 1: First thing in the morning, before eating or drinking anything, mix ¼ teaspoon of baking soda into 4-6 ounces of cold water. Step 2: Drink the mixture slowing (don't gulp) on an empty stomach. Step 3: Start a 3-minute timer immediately. Step 4: Note when (or if) you burp. WHAT YOUR RESULTS MEAN → Burped within 2-3 minutes = stomach acid is likely adequate → Burped after 3 minutes (or didn't burp at all) = likely low stomach acid 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    17 min

  3. APR 21

    7: Normal Labs but Still Tired? 3 Reasons Your Blood Work Is Missing the Real Problem

    📝 Grab my Custom Women's Functional Wellness Panel & Lab Checklist Here! Your labs came back "normal." But you're still exhausted, foggy, inflamed, and struggling to get through the day. Sound familiar? As a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian nutritionist, I've seen this pattern hundreds of times — and I lived it myself. That experience completely changed how I evaluate labs today. You’ll learn: The standard lab problem and the "normal lab gap." The difference between "normal" and "optimal" rangesWhy fatigue is a cellular energy problem that shows up before labs become abnormalHow hormones respond to gut inflammation, blood sugar instability, and stress signalsThe advanced functional labs I use to get the full picture The method that restores energy by addressing these systems in the right order 🎉 GET YOUR ENERGY BACK [FREE CLASS]! How I help women over 30 reduce gut issues and fatigue by 50-100% in less than 6 months...without guesswork or elimination diets: Sign up here! . 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    15 min

  4. APR 14

    6: My Top 5 Nutrients for a Sharper Brain (It Starts in Your Gut)

    If you've been feeling foggy, anxious, and mentally drained by 2 PM… your brain might not be the issue. Your gut might be running the show! In this episode, I'm breaking down the gut-brain axis (the two-way communication highway between your digestive system and your brain) and why it's often the missing piece for women experiencing fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and low motivation. I'm walking you through the five nutrients I prioritize with my clients to regulate this connection, the specific foods you can start adding this week, and the signs that indicate your gut-brain axis is dysregulated before we even run labs. You'll Learn: The 6 signs your gut-brain axis is dysregulated (check 3 and it's time to take action)Why anxiety after meals is a major red flag most women overlookThe magnesium combination that calms the "wired but tired" cycleHow L-tyrosine supports the dopamine and motivation responseWhy I prioritize EPA over DHA for mood based on researchThe timing behind L-glutamine (best practices)My "secret weapon" nutrient for women in high-stress seasons Exactly how much of each gut-brain food to eat per day (pick one per category)Why circulation and detoxification matter for your brain and not just "brain foods"The honorable mention nutrients I couldn't leave off this listResources Mentioned: Brain Health Meal Plan ($9): Get it here!Best bone broth: Fond (nikkiyeltonrd for discount)Best bone broth protein (I suggest unflavored): Equip (nikkiyeltonrd for discount)My go-to Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides: Perfect CollagenBone broth hot chocolate: Try the recipeTop Gut-Brain Foods (pick one from each daily): Omega-3s: wild-caught salmon, sardines, mackerelMagnesium: pumpkin seeds, dark leafy greens, dark chocolate (70%+)Microbial diversity: sauerkraut, kimchi, kefirTyrosine + B vitamins + choline: pasture-raised eggs, turkey, grass-fed beef, liverGut lining: bone broth (1 cup/day)Circulation + detox: beets, dark leafy greens🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    39 min

  5. APR 7

    5: Still Bloated On A Healthy Diet? Here's Why!

    🎉 GET YOUR ENERGY BACK [FREE CLASS]! How I help women over 30 reduce gut issues and fatigue by 50-100% in less than 6 months...without guesswork or elimination diets: Sign up here! Still eating clean but more bloated than ever? You're not doing anything wrong — your body is telling you something deeper is going on. In this video, I'm sharing the 3 root causes I clinically assess when women come to me bloated on a "healthy" diet — and none of them have to do with eating the wrong foods! You’ll learn: Why healthy food can backfire when digestive capacity is lowHow bile flow, liver function, and drainage pathways connect to bloatingWhy elimination and drainage must be addressed before any gut protocolThe 5-phase framework I use with my clients to restore digestion for good If you've been told to cut more foods, take more probiotics, or "just drink more water," this is the conversation your gut has been waiting for. 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    10 min

  6. APR 1

    4: What I Recommend When Iron Supplements Aren't Working for More Energy

    If you've ever been told to take iron to fix your fatigue, but it hasn't helped... or if you're getting a full night's sleep and still waking up exhausted… or your labs came back "normal" but you still feel foggy, breathless, and drained, this episode is for you! In this video, I'm walking you through what blood building actually means, why it matters for your iron stores, energy, hormones, and brain, and the top 5 blood-building nutrients I rely on in my clinical practice to help women finally restore their energy at the cellular level. You'll learn: Why your body may not be carrying oxygen efficiently (even with "normal" labs)The difference between heme and non-heme iron, and which one absorbs betterHow MTHFR gene variants affect your ability to use B12 and folateWhy minerals like copper, zinc, and magnesium are the spark plugs for your ATP and energyThe overlooked vitamin that could be the reason your iron supplements aren't workingWhich labs to ask for (beyond just a basic CBC)How to start supporting blood building through food first Resources Mentioned: MTHFR Deep Dive ArticleFavorite Beef Liver Capsules BrandBody Bio E-Lyte Balanced Electrolyte: On My FullscriptFREE Custom Women's Wellness Lab Panel Checklist --- 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    34 min

  7. MAR 27

    3: What the Timing of Your Bloating Reveals About Your Gut Function

    You’ve cut out gluten, dairy, sugar — and you’re still bloated. What gives? 👉 The answer might not be what you're eating… but when your bloating shows up. In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most under-discussed — yet highly diagnostic — patterns in functional nutrition: bloating timing. Whether it hits right after you eat or hours later, it’s giving us major clues about what’s really going on inside your gut. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “doing everything right” but still look 6 months pregnant by 2pm, this is for you. I’ll help you decode the difference between low stomach acid vs. enzyme insufficiency, explain how we test for it using a marker called elastase-1, and share how we support both of these issues step-by-step! Here’s What We Cover: What it means when you bloat 0-30 minutes after a meal What delayed bloating (2–4 hours later) tells us How to identify digestive dysfunction using the elastase-1 marker on a stool testHow your stomach, pancreas, and liver work together to break down foodMy exact strategy for rebuilding digestive fire without guesswork or restrictionWhy cutting more foods isn’t always the answer — and what to do instead📌 Mentioned in This Episode: Functional GI Map stool testing with elastase, dysbiosis, and inflammation markers: GI Map Stool Analysis🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    19 min

  8. MAR 25

    2: From Rock Bottom To Reversing 3 Autoimmune Conditions & Getting My Life Back (My Full Story)

    In this video, I'm sharing my full story — from childhood pain and 18 years of misdiagnosis, to nearly losing my life behind the wheel, to finally discovering the root causes that had been stealing my energy my entire life. If you've ever felt dismissed by a doctor, exhausted from trying everything, or like there HAS to be a deeper answer — this video is for you. I share how I reversed three autoimmune conditions, restored my gut health, and reclaimed the energy and vitality I never thought I'd have — and why I now dedicate my life to helping other women do the same. In this episode: - Why I left my teaching career to become a functional medicine dietitian - The turning point that almost cost me my life - What comprehensive functional labs revealed that standard labs missed - How rebuilding my health at a cellular level changed everything - Why healing in the right order matters more than the protocol itself 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly functional medicine insights, gut health strategies, and root-cause education for women 30+ 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

    28 min

  9. MAR 22

    [TRAILER] Welcome to The Abounding Life Podcast: For Women 30+ Who Want Their Energy Back

    Welcome to the beginning of something really special! I'm Nikki, a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian nutritionist. Since 2014, I've had the privilege of helping thousands of women restore their gut health, energy, and vitality — and now I'm bringing those conversations here, to you. In this very first episode — our trailer — I'm sharing: Why I started this podcast  (hint: it wasn't about a marketing plan)Who this show is really for — the woman who's doing everything "right" and still not feeling wellA little about my story — including 18 years of living with chronic symptoms and how I finally found my breakthroughWhat you can expect from The Abounding Life Show going forward — gut health, hormones, energy, metabolism, labs, food as medicine, and how to build sustainable rhythms in a busy, full lifeMy promise to you — evidence-based, clear, and relatable content that helps things to finally click This podcast exists to remind you there's a vibrant, abounding life in store for you! I'm so glad you're here! 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to today's episode. I'm so grateful to be part of your health journey! 🤝 🚀 Ready to show up fully in your life with energy and vitality for your people and your purpose? Work with me: Personalized 1-1 and Group Coaching ☎️ Or Text Me 'Coach' to (844)819-5214 & I'll send you all the details! 💬 Let's Connect: Schedule a Root Cause Assessment CallJoin My Weekly VIP NewsletterFollow on Instagram @nikkiyeltonrdEmail Me: info@nikkiyeltonrd.comVisit The Website & 700+ Blog PostsTopic Suggestion & Feedback FormAbout: 🌿 Nikki is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner and registered dietitian specializing in gut health, hormone balance, and root-cause fatigue. She helps purpose-driven women over 30 heal leaky gut, restore metabolism, and reduce inflammation using a structured, step-by-step functional approach (The Abounding 5™ Method) that’s grounded in both science and faith. 🛍️ DISCLAIMER: Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means that at no cost to you, I may make a...

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Restore gut health, hormone balance, and lasting energy with root-cause functional medicine. Board-certified practitioner Nikki Yelton, RD, helps purpose-driven women over 30 overcome bloating, fatigue, and hormone imbalances through personalized holistic nutrition, advanced lab testing, and faith-based wellness. Discover how your microbiome connects to your energy, mood, hormones, and metabolism—and what to do when your labs look "normal" but you still don't feel right. Topics include perimenopause and hormones, gut healing, detox and drainage, microbiome restoration, and the science of root-cause healing. New episodes weekly. ✨ Subscribe and join us! 

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