Jayde Wellnest Podcast: The Gut-Brain Reset with Juvelyne, NP

Juvelyne

Your gut and brain are constantly communicating- and that connection impacts mood, anxiety, digestion, inflammation, hormones, and energy. Hosted by Juvelyne Yap De Guzman, NP, a board certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and certified Functional and Nutritional Medicine Practitioner. The Gut-Brain Reset explores the gut-brain axis, digestive health, stress, sleep, and lifestyle medicine. Get evidence-based tools to heal your gut, balance your mind, and optimize whole-body wellness.

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 1 Weight Loss A Comprehensive Integrative Approach

    https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠Listener Handout Episode 1 Handout: There Is No Silver Bullet The Main Message Weight management is complex. A person’s body weight and ability to change health habits can be affected by: Genetics and biology. Hunger and fullness signals. Sleep quality and sleep disorders. Stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Medical conditions. Menopause and other hormonal changes. Medications. Pain, injury, mobility, or fatigue. Food access, budget, work schedules, and caregiving responsibilities. Past dieting experiences and learned eating patterns. Physical activity and sedentary time. A struggle with weight does not automatically mean a lack of discipline or effort. Beware of “Silver Bullet” Promises Be cautious about products or programs that promise: Rapid weight loss with little effort. “Detoxification” as the answer to weight gain. Permanent results without ongoing lifestyle or medical support. A single supplement or herb that works for everyone. Elimination of broad food groups without a clear medical reason. Claims that a product works despite no need to change eating, sleep, activity, or stress habits. A Better Question Than “What Diet Should I Follow?” Ask: What makes eating well difficult for me? When am I most hungry? How is my sleep? What medications or medical conditions may be affecting my weight? What physical activity feels possible and safe? What support do I need to make changes realistic? What health outcomes matter to me besides the scale? Possible signs of progress include: Improved energy. Better sleep. Less pain. Improved strength or mobility. More consistent meals. Fewer episodes of unplanned or emotional eating. Better blood pressure, glucose, or lipid values. Improved mood or confidence. More ability to participate in meaningful activities. Write down your top one or two barriers to health habits right now. My first barrier: __________________________________________ My second barrier: _________________________________________ One small, realistic step I can take this week: You do not need a perfect plan. You need a plan that is realistic enough to practice consistently. Sources: Physiological adaptations to weight loss and factors favouring weight regain. International Journal of Obesity, 2015 Synopsis of the 2020 U.S. VA / DoD clinical practice guideline for the management of adult overweight and obesity. Military Medicine, 2021

  2. Sep 22

    Why Does the Body Gain Weight- and Why Does It Fight to Keep It.

    Why is losing weight so difficult—and why does the body often fight to regain it? In this episode, Juvelyne DeGuzman, NP, explains the biology of obesity in simple terms, including the role of the brain, gut hormones, genetics, metabolism, and environment. Learn why hunger is more than willpower, why weight loss can plateau, and how understanding the biology can lead to better, more individualized treatment. Sources Cell Metabolism, 2018 — GLP-1 physiology and therapeutic implications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29617641/Journal of the American Heart Association, 2023 — Physiological adaptations and weight regain: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37278394/https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

  3. Sep 17

    Closing Reflection/Applying This to My Own Life

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  4. Sep 15

    Episode 12: What actually Works- Practical Guidance for Families

    After exploring both the challenges and benefits of smartphone use, it's time to answer the most important question: What actually works for families? In this final episode of the series, Juvelyne shares practical, evidence-based strategies to help parents create healthier smartphone habits without constant conflict. Learn simple approaches that support better sleep, stronger routines, healthier relationships with technology, and lasting family balance. Reference: Smartphone Acquisition and Use at Age 13 Years and Health Outcomes at Age 14 Years. JAMA Pediatrics. 2026. Bren Z, Tran KT, Visoki E, et al. Digital Ecosystems, Children, and Adolescents: Technical Report. Pediatrics. 2026. Munzer T, Milkovich LM, Madigan S, et al Digital Ecosystems, Children, and Adolescents: Policy Statement. Pediatrics. 2026. Munzer T, Parga-Belinkie J, Milkovich LM, et al. ⁠https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

  5. Sep 10

    Episode 11: The Benefits - What We Should Not Ignore

    Throughout this series, we've explored the challenges smartphones can present for children and teens. But that's only part of the story. In this episode, Juvelyne examines the positive side of smartphone use—from staying connected with friends and family to supporting learning, creativity, organization, and emotional well-being. Discover why the goal isn't to eliminate smartphones, but to help children use them with purpose and balance. Sources: Smartphone use, wellbeing, and their association in children. Pediatric Research, 2025 Digital Ecosystems, Children, and Adolescents: Technical Report. Pediatrics. 2026. Munzer T, Milkovich LM, Madigan S, et al. ⁠https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

  6. Sep 8

    episode 10: Radiation, Brain Tumors, and Safety concerns

    Do smartphones really cause brain tumors? Should kids sleep with their phones nearby or hold them up to their heads? In this episode, Juvelyne separates common fears from the latest scientific evidence on smartphone radiation and children's health. Learn what current research says about brain tumors, radiofrequency (RF) radiation, and why sleep, screen habits, and daily behaviors remain the biggest concerns for your child's well-being. References: A Prospective Cohort Study of Adolescents' Memory Performance and Individual Brain Dose of Microwave Radiation From Wireless Communication. Environmental Health Perspectives. 2018. Foerster M, Thielens A, Joseph W, Eeftens M, Röösli M. The Effects of Radiofrequency Exposure on Cognition: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Human Observational Studies. Environment International. 2024. Benke G, Abramson MJ, Brzozek C, et al. Mobile Phone Use and Brain Tumour Risk - COSMOS, a Prospective Cohort Study. Environment International. 2024. Feychting M, Schüz J, Toledano MB, et al. Trends in Malignant and Benign Brain Tumor Incidence and Mobile Phone Use in the U.S. (2000-2021): A SEER-Based Study. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2025. Zhang L, Muscat JE. Relationship Between Radiofrequency-Electromagnetic Radiation From Cellular Phones and Brain Tumor: Meta-Analyses Using Various Proxies for RF-EMR Exposure-Outcome Assessment. Environmental Health : A Global Access Science Source. 2024. Moon J, Kwon J, Mun Y. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

  7. Sep 3

    Episode 9: What Kids Are Actually Doing on Their Phones

    Is all screen time created equal? In this episode, Juvelyne explores why what kids do on their phones may matter more than how long they use them. Learn the difference between active and passive smartphone use, how different digital habits affect children's emotional and cognitive well-being, and practical tips to help families encourage healthier screen use. References: Digital Ecosystems, Children, and Adolescents: Technical Report. Pediatrics. 2026. Munzer T, Milkovich LM, Madigan S, et al. Association of Screen Time With Internalizing and Externalizing Behavior Problems in Children 12 Years or Younger: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Psychiatry. 2022. Eirich R, McArthur BA, Anhorn C, et al. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

  8. Sep 1

    Episode 8: Physical Health — Obesity, Activity, and Sedentary Life

    Are smartphones changing the way kids move? In this episode, Juvelyne explores how increased screen time can reduce physical activity, increase sedentary behavior, and contribute to childhood obesity—not because phones directly cause weight gain, but because they can replace movement with hours of sitting and scrolling. You'll learn how these everyday habits affect children's physical health and discover simple, practical strategies to encourage more movement, healthier routines, and balanced technology use. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace personalized medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for any health concerns. https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jde-guzman/store-start⁠ https://www.jaydewellnest.com/ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported  — CC BY 3.0  Music promoted by Copyright Free Music - Background Music For Videos 👉⁠⁠⁠    / @podcastbackgroundmusic⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdFqvdekuvI&list=PLdYm0OsclpUwmwxL4umm63v-UBctUT6_n&index=1⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.optimantra.com/optimus/patient/patientaccess/servicesall?pid=N0d1aDU4MFdMMlJCQmc5QmdJYzBZQT09&lid=TWt0aVhmYUtySUJaWk04RzJlZkJiQT09⁠⁠

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Your gut and brain are constantly communicating- and that connection impacts mood, anxiety, digestion, inflammation, hormones, and energy. Hosted by Juvelyne Yap De Guzman, NP, a board certified Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner and certified Functional and Nutritional Medicine Practitioner. The Gut-Brain Reset explores the gut-brain axis, digestive health, stress, sleep, and lifestyle medicine. Get evidence-based tools to heal your gut, balance your mind, and optimize whole-body wellness.

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