Heal Your Gut Heal Your Life

Sharon M Selby
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Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Life is the podcast for women who are tired of band-aid solutions. I’m Sharon Selby, gut health coach and mum, sharing simple, effective ways to restore gut health - the root cause behind allergies, eczema, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, fatigue and more. Through stories, strategies and expert insights, you’ll discover how to take charge of your family’s health, feel empowered, and finally get the lasting results you’ve been searching for.

  1. Apr 30

    Season 2 Is Coming and Thank You!

    The Heal Your Gut. Heal Your Life podcast has been an incredible journey so far, and I’m so grateful you’ve been part of it. Thanks to you, the podcast has grown into a chart-topping show, reaching #3 in Alternative Health in Australia and ranking in the top 10% of podcasts globally. Season One has been powerful… and now I’m preparing what’s next. Season Two is now officially in the works. Behind the scenes, I’m bringing together world-leading experts, authors, filmmakers and practitioners to deliver deeper  insights into gut health, family wellness, and the root causes of modern disease. So while the show is on pause, please know this is all in service of bringing you something even more impactful. The journey definitely continues. Thank you for being here, for listening, and for trusting me to be part of your health journey. Make sure you’re following the show so you don’t miss what’s coming next. Season Two is coming… and it’s going to be worth the wait. Sharon xConnect with Sharon:The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/Free Gut Health Guide + recipebook: https://www.sharonmselby.com   Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselbyWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselbyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselbyJoin the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselbyDisclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/

    2 min

  2. Apr 21

    Eat Healthy & Spend Less: 5 Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill (Without Sacrificing Your Health)

    Eating healthy is expensive… right? That’s what most of us believe, especially when you start buying organic, cutting processed foods, and trying to improve your family’s health. But what if the opposite is actually true? In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies I’ve used for years to cut hundreds off my grocery bill, while improving my family’s nutrition, gut health, and overall wellbeing. Because healthy eating shouldn’t feel overwhelming. And it definitely shouldn’t feel out of reach. If you’re busy, feeling the pressure of rising food costs, but still want to cook healthier meals, reduce waste, and stop overspending… this episode will completely change how you shop, cook, and think about food. You’ll learn: How to cook just a few meals a week and still cover dinners, lunches and lunchboxes (save dollars and time)!The simple freezer habit that can save you hundreds each month and eliminate food waste completely How to shop like a “grocery ninja” and spot hidden savings most people miss every single shop The surprising truth about “cheap foods” and why some of the most nourishing options cost the least Why making your own gut-friendly foods (like yoghurt and fermented foods) can save you a fortune and improve your health at the same time The biggest mistake people make when trying to eat healthy… and how to avoid blowing your budget Free Resource: Want to save even more on your weekly shop? I’ve created a FREE budget cheat sheet with 30 powerful tips and simple recipes to help you eat healthier, waste less, and start saving immediately. Grab it here: https://sharonmselby.com/practical-money-saving-tips-eating-healthy-budget/  Want More Support & My Mentorship? Save money. Eat better. Feel confident feeding your family, without the overwhelm. Join hundreds of women inside SHE Thrives who are transforming their health and cutting their grocery bills at the same time. Inside, you’ll get: • My full meal planning system (so you always know what to cook)• Hundreds of delicious, easy, nourishing recipes• Done-for-you meal plans + shopping lists• Direct access to me and my naturopath team• Exclusive discounts on trusted health brands & supplements No lock-in contracts. Cancel anytime. Try it for a month and feel the difference. Join us here: https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives  Connect with Sharon:The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: https://www.sharonmselby.com   Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselbyWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselbyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselbyJoin the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselbyDisclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/

    20 min

  3. Apr 14

    Can Fruit & Vegetables Be Making Us Sicker? The Truth About Modern Food & Farming With Cyndi O’Meara

    What if the healthy food you're feeding your family… isn’t as nutritious as it used to be? Did you know that today you need to eat up to eight oranges to get the same nutrients that just one orange contained in your grandparents' generation? Strawberries don’t taste as sweet anymore. Apples don’t brown like they used to. And modern wheat? For many of us, it’s leaving us bloated, inflamed, and struggling with symptoms we never used to see. So what’s really happening to our food? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I’m joined by CyndiO’Meara, documentary filmmaker of What’s With Wheat, TEDx speaker, and one of Australia’s leading voices in nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and food quality to uncover what’s really happening to our food supply. From depleted soils, modern farming practices, pesticide exposure, and long storage times… to the changes in wheat and why so many people are reacting to foods they once tolerated, this conversation connects the dots between soil health, gut health, and the rise in chronic illness. This is a fascinating episode that will help you understand how food is grown, the choices available to you, and just how much power you have to transform your family’s health. This episode will change the way you shop, cook, and think about food, forever. You’ll learn: Why today’s fruit and vegetables contain significantlyfewer nutrients than they used toThe surprising connection between soil health and gut healthWhy some foods like dairy and gluten are now harder to tolerate and what’s happened to modern wheatHow regenerative farming is rebuilding soil, boosting nutrients, and transforming human healthHow to shop smarter and choose more nutrient-dense foods (without blowing your budget)Connect with Sharon: The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/ Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: https://www.sharonmselby.com    Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselby Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselby TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselby Join the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselby Disclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/ Connect With Cyndi O’Meara: Changing Habits (Cyndi’s company & resources): https://changinghabits.com.au/ The Nutrition Academy: Nutrition courses & education: https://nutrition.academy/ Changing Habits Farm (Regenerative Farming): https://changinghabitsfarm.com.au/ Documentaries & Films: What’s With Wheat: A powerful documentary exploring why so many people react to modern wheat: https://whatswithwheat.com/ Under the Skin:  Explores the connection between food, health, and chronic disease: https://undertheskin.com.au Books by Cyndi O’Meara: Available here: https://changinghabits.com.au/shop/books/ Follow Cyndi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyndiomeara/

    51 min

  4. Apr 7

    Do You Really Have To Worry About Pesticides? This Will Shock You

    Are the foods we think are the healthiest… actually exposing us and our children to more pesticides than we realise? In this episode, I’m unpacking one of the most important and often overlooked topics in modern health: pesticide exposure. Because this isn’t just about farming. It’s about what’s ending up on our plates… in our home cooked meals, children’s lunchboxes… and in the foods we’re eating everysingle day. We’ll explore how pesticides like glyphosate,atrazine, and imazalil may impact gut health, hormones and liver function, and why exposure is often daily and cumulative, not occasional. But most importantly, I’ll walk you through my P.E.E.LMethod, a simple, practical framework to reduce pesticide exposure without overwhelm, perfection, or increasing your food bill. Because this conversation isn’t about panic, it’s about power... and small, achievable changes that can make a meaningful difference for your family’s health. You’ll learn: Why pesticide exposure is more common than most people realiseHow glyphosate may impact gut health, liver function and hormonesThe surprising research showing hormone disruption in wildlife exposed to pesticidesWhich everyday foods often carry higher pesticide residues (including berries, citrus and grains)My simple P.E.E.L Method to reduce daily exposure in a practical and achievable wayConnect with Sharon: The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/ Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: https://www.sharonmselby.com    Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselby Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselby TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselby Join the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselby Disclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/ References & Further Reading: Hayes, T. et al. (2010): Atrazine induces complete feminisation and chemical castration in male African clawed frogs. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.0909519107 Environmental Working Group (EWG): Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen Report: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/ EWG Citrus Testing Report: Imazalil residues found in citrus fruits: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/citrus.php USDA Pesticide Data Program (2019-2020): Tangerines testing showing high imazalil detection: https://www.ams.usda.gov/datasets/pdp Mesnage, R. & Antoniou, M. (2017): Facts and fallacies in the debate on glyphosate toxicity. Frontiers in Public Health: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2017.00316 International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): Glyphosate classified as probable human carcinogen https://www.iarc.who.int/featured-news/media-centre-iarc-news-glyphosate/ References / Further Reading

    23 min

  5. Mar 31

    Our Children Will Struggle To Conceive...Unless We Act Now

    If you or someone you know is struggling to fall pregnant, firstly I want to share I’m truly sorry. This journey is incredibly emotional, isolating and overwhelming. And on top ofthat, deeply defeating, because so many women are told their hormones are failing, their egg quality is poor, or their body simply isn’t cooperating. Over time, it’s easy to start believing something is wrong with you. But there is so much evidence and statistics that suggests quite the opposite is true. Infertility isn’t necessarily a sign that something is wrong with your body…in most cases, your body is protecting you and your future baby. Because from a biological perspective, the body prioritises survival before reproduction. If the internal environment is inflamed, nutrient-depleted, exposed to toxins, or under chronic stress, the body may delay conception. Not as a malfunction, but as protection. So instead of us discussing, What’s wrong with my body? Afar more effective conversation becomes: What is my body responding to… and how can I support it? Because this conversation shifts everything from feeling powerless… to proactive. And for many women, that shift will become life-changing. You’ll learn: The four major disruptors that can make conception difficult and how they create inflammation, disrupt hormones and signal the body to delay pregnancyThe most common inflammatory foods that can interfere with ovulation, egg quality and implantation and where to start making simple changesHow endocrine-disrupting chemicals impact fertility and practical ways to reduce exposureWhy stress and cortisol can act as the “handbrake” on conception and realistic strategies to support your nervous system and fertilityA practical starting point to support conception naturally, while also preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy, thriving baby and stronger post-partum recoveryConnect with Sharon: Listen to the previous episode: It’s Not Your Hormones: The Hidden Root Cause Behind PCOS, Heavy Periods,Perimenopause and Hormonal Chaos: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast/ep29-the-hidden-root-cause-behind-pcos-heavy-periods-perimenopause-and-hormonal-chaos/Work With Me (1-2-1) Coaching: Sharon@SharonMSelby.com The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/ Free Gut Health Guide + recipebook: https://www.sharonmselby.comFree On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselby Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselby TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselby Join the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselby Disclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/ References & Further Reading:  World Health Organization; Infertility (1 in 6 couples globally) https://www.who.int/news/item/04-04-2023-1-in-6-people-globally-affected-by-infertility American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; Miscarriage Rates (1 in 4 pregnancies) https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/early-pregnancy-loss IVF Success Rates;  Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) https://www.sart.org/patients/frequently-asked-questions/ Environmental Working Group; Chemicals Found in Umbilical Cord Blood https://www.ewg.org/research/body-burden-pollution-newborns Endocrine Society; Endocrine Disruptors and Fertility https://www.endocrine.org/topics/edc/what-edcs-are Harvard Health; Stress and Fertility https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/can-stress-affect-your-fertility-2019093017909 NIH; Diet, Inflammation and Fertility Outcomes https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5998350/ American Society for Reproductive Medicine — Lifestyle Factors & Fertility https://www.asrm.org References / Further Reading

    22 min

  6. Mar 24

    The Hidden Root Cause Behind PCOS, Heavy Periods, Perimenopause and Hormonal Chaos

    If you’re dealing with hormone hell right now, painful periods, PMS, fatigue, anxiety, weight gain, PCOS… or you’ve been told perimenopause is something you just have to manage for the next 10 to 15 years, then OMG this episode is for you. Because what I’m about to share will completely change the way you see your hormones. Not as the problem… but as the messengers. Right now, women’s hormonal health is at an all-time low, despite more testing, diagnoses, scans and medical intervention than ever before. We’re seeing earlier puberty, rising PCOS, 1 in 10 women with endometriosis, 1 in 6couples struggling with infertility, and nearly 1 in 5 women undergoing hysterectomy by midlife. In this episode, I unpack what’s really going on beneath hormonal imbalances and why the conventional approach often misses the bigger picture. We’ll look at the hidden drivers affecting your hormones and, most importantly, the simple, practical shifts that can help your body move back into balance.Because your body isn’t working against you… it’s responding. You’ll learn: Why your hormones aren’t the problem and what’s actually driving the imbalanceThe 3 biggest drivers of hormonal chaos andthe symptoms impacting your lifeHow inflammation disrupts your mood, energy, weight and cycle and left untreated can lead to serious health issues and even surgeryThe hidden endocrine disruptors affecting fertility including the 50% drop in sperm count and the 200 chemicals found in babies cord bloodPractical and powerful steps you can start today to support your hormones naturallyConnect with Sharon: The Gut Health Course: ⁠https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/⁠ SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): ⁠https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/⁠ Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: ⁠https://www.sharonmselby.com⁠    Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: ⁠https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/⁠ DM me on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselby⁠ Watch on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselby⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselby⁠ Join the Podcast Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselby⁠ Disclaimer: ⁠https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/⁠ References, Stats, Studies & Further Reading: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast/ep29-the-hidden-root-cause-behind-pcos-heavy-periods-perimenopause-and-hormonal-chaos

    24 min

  7. Mar 17

    10 Effortless Food Upgrades That Can Transform Your Health

    Most of us think that improving our health means making huge changes. A new diet.Cutting out the foods we love.Throwing everything out of the kitchen and starting again. And sometimes that does help. But in my experience, some of the most powerful health transformations actually come from the smallest upgrades. In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful idea I teach inside my programs and workshops: You don’t need to overhaul your entire diet. Sometimes the biggest shift comes from simply upgrading the everyday ingredients already sitting in your kitchen. These are small, practical changes busy mums can make without turning life upside down. And when these upgrades are repeated consistently, they compound over time, helping to reduce inflammation, support gut health and improve long-term wellbeing for the whole family. You’ll learn: • Why upgrading one ingredient you use in almost every meal could add 30+ trace minerals back into your diet • The hidden chemicals used to keep everyday supermarket foods soft, fluffy and shelf-stable for weeks • Why one of the most common cooking ingredients in modern kitchens didn’t exist in the human diet 100 years ago • The surprising way ultra-processed flavourings can rewire children’s taste buds and increase cravings • How small swaps in everyday foods can quietly reduce inflammation and support your gut microbiome Connect with Sharon The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: https://www.sharonmselby.com   Free On Demand Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselbyWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselbyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselbyJoin the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselbyDisclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/

    18 min

  8. Mar 10

    5 Gut Health Mistakes That Keep Symptoms Coming Back (Even When You’re Trying to Be Healthy)

    Some of the most damaging things for gut health today are hiding in plain sight. They’re happening in households everywhere, often in people who are genuinely trying to be healthy. Modern life makes these traps incredibly easy to miss. Many are normalised, recommended, and even marketed as “healthy”. But these traps disrupt the gut microbiome in a big way and keep people stuck in cycles of inflammation, food sensitivities, fatigue, anxiety and recurring symptoms for years. These are not small mistakes. They are some of the biggest reasons people stay stuck, never fully recovering their health. And once you become aware of these traps, everything changes. You start making different choices. Smarter choices. And that shift alone can completely change the trajectory of your health for you and your family. In this episode I’m revealing the five gut health mistakes I see over and over again, the hidden patterns that determine whether someone continues struggling with symptoms or finally begins to recover. Once you hear them, you won’t miss them again. And that awareness can be life-changing. You’ll learn: The common medication pattern that disrupts the gut microbiome if it’s not followed by the right gut recovery strategy.Why elimination diets unintentionally create another gut health problem later on.How certain foods marketed as “healthy” for babies and toddlers often cause extreme fussy eating and other health problems later on.Why many treatment plans fail, even when you’re seeing practitioners and taking the right supplements.These insights may challenge what you’ve been told about health. But once you understand how the gut truly works, everything starts to make sense. FREE Gut Health Masterclass:If this episode resonates with you and you’re ready to move from awareness into action, I’d love to invite you to my FREE live masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health In this one-hour training, I’ll walk you through the simple Weed. Seed. Feed. gut gardening framework I teach inside my Gut Health Course. You’ll learn how to remove what’s aggravating the gut, rebuild microbial diversity and create the conditions your body needs to heal naturally. Join Here: Join Here: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/  Connect with Sharon Free Live Masterclass: 3 Steps to Epic Gut Health: https://sharonmselby.com/gut-health-masterclass/ The Gut Health Course: https://sharonmselby.com/the-gut-health-course/SHE Thrives (Monthly Membership): https://sharonmselby.com/she-thrives/Free Gut Health Guide + recipe book: https://www.sharonmselby.com   DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonmselbyWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharonmselbyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharonmselbyJoin the Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourgutwithsharonmselbyDisclaimer: https://sharonmselby.com/podcast-disclaimer/

    25 min
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Heal Your Gut, Heal Your Life is the podcast for women who are tired of band-aid solutions. I’m Sharon Selby, gut health coach and mum, sharing simple, effective ways to restore gut health - the root cause behind allergies, eczema, asthma, ADHD, anxiety, fatigue and more. Through stories, strategies and expert insights, you’ll discover how to take charge of your family’s health, feel empowered, and finally get the lasting results you’ve been searching for.

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