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Ep 55 | Cracking the DRESS Code - Your Roadmap to Gut Healing

Discover the revolutionary DRESS Code framework that's transforming digestive wellness for thousands of people worldwide. In this foundational episode, we explore the fascinating gut-brain connection and introduce the five pillars of comprehensive gut healing: Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress management, and Supplements.
 
What You'll Learn:
 
• The science behind your "second brain" and why gut health affects everything from mood to immunity
• Why your gut contains more nerve cells than your spinal cord and what this means for your health
• How 90% of your body's serotonin is produced in your digestive system
• The bidirectional communication between your gut and brain through the vagus nerve
• Why traditional symptom-management approaches fall short
• Overview of the evidence-based DRESS Code framework
• How these five elements work synergistically for optimal digestive wellness
 
Perfect for: Anyone struggling with IBS, bloating, food sensitivities, or digestive discomfort; health enthusiasts wanting to optimize their gut microbiome; healthcare practitioners seeking comprehensive gut health protocols.
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Ep 54 | Functional Testing Explained: What Your Labs Reveal About Your Gut Health (and Why It Matters)

Are you tired of being told your lab tests are "normal" while you still struggle with chronic bloating, fatigue, IBD flare-ups, or mysterious digestive issues? The answers you're desperately seeking might be hidden in plain sight—if you know which tests to run. In this crucial episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - Wendy Handy pulls back the curtain on functional lab testing.
Discover:
The difference between conventional and functional lab tests and why one is designed to find disease while the other uncovers the root cause of your symptoms.
A deep dive into the "Big Three" gut health tests: Comprehensive Stool Analysis, SIBO Breath Tests, and Food Sensitivity Testing.
What these advanced labs can reveal about your gut microbiome, digestive function, hidden infections, gut inflammation, and food triggers.
How to move from "test, don't guess" to a personalized healing protocol that finally addresses your unique biology.
Stop wasting time and money on random supplements and diets. This episode is your guide to understanding the powerful insights that functional testing provides, empowering you to take control of your health, find answers, and create a targeted roadmap to lasting gut relief.
Stay happy, stay healthy!
Wendy 💖 
 
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Ep 53 | Why Your Vitamin D Might Be Keeping You Tired, Inflamed, or Stuck

Are you doing all the "right" things for your health but still battling chronic fatigue, persistent inflammation, or stubborn gut issues like IBD? The missing piece might be a tiny but mighty nutrient: Vitamin D. In this eye-opening episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner - Wendy Handy reveals why optimal Vitamin D levels are crucial for women's health, especially for those with digestive challenges.
Discover:
The surprising roles of Vitamin D beyond bone health, including immune regulation, gut lining repair, inflammation reduction, mood, and hormone balance.
Why conventional "normal" Vitamin D levels aren't enough for optimal health, especially if you're dealing with IBD or autoimmune conditions.
5 common reasons your Vitamin D might be low, even if you're supplementing or spending time outdoors (hint: gut absorption issues and genetics play a role!).
A 4-part approach to naturally raise your Vitamin D levels, including smart supplementation with D3 and K2, and the importance of testing.
Stop guessing and start healing. Learn how to optimize your Vitamin D to support gut integrity, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and move forward in your healing journey. Perfect for women seeking natural solutions for IBD, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and holistic gut health.
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Ep 52 | Decoding Your Bloat: Uncovering the Root Causes of Abdominal Discomfort & How to Fix It

Are you constantly battling persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort, or that uncomfortable "six months pregnant" feeling? You're not alone, and it's not something you just have to live with. In this empowering episode of Gut Fix, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Wendy Handy dives deep into the often-overlooked root causes of chronic bloating and digestive issues.
We go beyond surface-level solutions to explore the hidden factors contributing to your discomfort, including:
Subtle Food Sensitivities: Learn how common foods might be triggering inflammation and gas in your gut.
Gut Microbiome Imbalances: Understand the critical role of your gut bacteria and how dysbiosis or SIBO can lead to excessive bloating.
Underlying Gut Inflammation: Discover how chronic inflammation impacts digestive function and contributes to persistent discomfort.
Wendy shares practical, evidence-based strategies and natural remedies you can implement today to reduce bloating, improve digestion, and reclaim your comfort. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking holistic solutions for their gut health, IBD management, and overall digestive wellness. Stop masking symptoms and start addressing the root cause of your bloat!

Ep 52 | Why Your Food Journal Isn't Working - And What Actually Does

Struggling with food sensitivity tracking? Discover why your food journal isn't revealing your true inflammatory triggers in this eye-opening episode of the Gut Fix Podcast. Host Wendy Handy, FDN-P and Ulcerative Colitis survivor, exposes the hidden flaws in traditional food tracking methods that keep you trapped in symptom cycles despite your best efforts.
 
Learn about the timing problem of delayed food reactions (up to 72 hours!), the combination problem of complex meals, and the threshold effect that makes identifying your triggers nearly impossible through observation alone. If you've tried elimination diets, food tracking apps, or symptom journals without success, this episode reveals the science-backed approach that finally brings clarity.
 
Perfect for anyone with IBS, autoimmune conditions, unexplained inflammation, digestive issues, skin problems, or fatigue potentially linked to hidden food sensitivities. Stop eliminating foods unnecessarily and discover how comprehensive food sensitivity testing provides the personalized data you need for true healing.
 
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Ep 51 | The Gut-Health Connection: KBMO Diagnostics CEO Reveals How the FIT 176 Test Transforms Chronic Health Struggles

Are your unexplained symptoms actually hidden food sensitivities? In this eye-opening interview with the CEO of KBMO Diagnostics, we dive deep into the revolutionary FIT 176 food sensitivity test that's changing how we understand chronic health issues.
 
Discover why standard blood tests often miss critical inflammation markers and how this patented multi-pathway testing identifies both IgG antibodies AND immune complexes—revealing sensitivities that conventional tests overlook. If you're struggling with IBS, bloating, fatigue, brain fog, unexplained weight gain, or autoimmune symptoms despite "normal" lab results, this episode could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.
You'll learn:
 
• Why food sensitivities affect over 100 million people yet remain frequently undiagnosed
• How the unique Gut Barrier Panel with zonulin testing reveals leaky gut issues
• The surprising connection between food sensitivities and chronic fatigue, anxiety, skin issues, and joint pain
• Why elimination diets often fail without proper testing
 
 Whether you've tried everything for your digestive issues or are just beginning to suspect food sensitivities might be behind your health struggles, this conversation provides the science-backed insights you need to take control of your health. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the test that's helping thousands identify their unique food triggers and reclaim their wellbeing.
 
Send me an email - wendy@wendyhandy.com to learn how you can access the FIT 176 test and begin your transformation journey today.
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Ep 50 | Beyond Gluten & Dairy: The Surprising Foods Triggering Your Symptoms

Struggling with unexplained symptoms despite eliminating gluten and dairy? Discover the hidden food sensitivities sabotaging your health in this eye-opening episode of Gut Fix. Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner Wendy Handy reveals the unexpected inflammatory foods—often marketed as "healthy"—that could be triggering your digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, and autoimmune symptoms.
 
Learn why nightshade vegetables, oxalate-rich greens, histamine-containing foods, FODMAPs, and even "superfoods" might be causing your persistent health problems. This evidence-based discussion explores the science behind delayed food reactions and how they differ from traditional allergies.
 
Perfect for anyone with IBS, autoimmune conditions, unexplained inflammation, or those who've made dietary changes without experiencing full symptom relief. This episode provides actionable insights into comprehensive food sensitivity testing, personalized elimination protocols, and how to identify your unique trigger foods for lasting health transformation.
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Ep 49 |Food Detective: How to Solve the Mystery of Your Unexplained Symptoms

Are you tired of playing guessing games with your health? Join Wendy Handy, FDN-P, as she puts on her detective hat to help you solve the mystery of your unexplained symptoms! In this eye-opening episode, Wendy reveals how certain foods can secretly trigger inflammation in your body, causing everything from fatigue and brain fog to digestive issues and skin problems – often without clear patterns or immediate reactions.
 
Drawing from her personal journey overcoming Ulcerative Colitis and her experience helping many clients identify their unique food triggers, Wendy shares the telltale clues that your symptoms might be food-related and why traditional approaches often miss these connections. You'll discover why those mysterious symptoms that come and go might actually be your body's way of leaving breadcrumbs to the real culprits on your plate.
 
This episode is perfect for health-conscious professionals who've tried "everything" but still struggle with unpredictable symptoms that disrupt their work and family life. Grab your magnifying glass and join Wendy as she teaches you how to become your own health detective and finally solve the case of your mysterious symptoms!
 
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Ep 48 |Gut Health Trends: What Actually Works vs. What’s Just Hype

Are popular health trends really helping your gut—or just draining your wallet? In this episode of Gut Fix , host Wendy Handy breaks down the most talked-about gut health trends like celery juice, kombucha, detox teas, and probiotics.
Discover what actually supports digestion, reduces inflammation, and helps manage conditions like IBD, leaky gut, and bloating—and what might be doing more harm than good.
If you're tired of trial-and-error health fads and ready to learn what actually works for your unique body, this episode is your no-nonsense guide to gut healing.
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Ep 47 | Chasing the Wrong Clue? Here’s Why ‘Root Cause’ Thinking Might Be Keeping You Stuck

Tired of chasing symptoms, trying different diets, or Googling your way through your health struggles — only to keep hitting a wall?
In this episode of Gut Fix – Say Goodbye to IBD,  we’re diving deep into the concept of Metabolic Chaos® and why the traditional “root cause” approach may be holding you back.
As a Certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner I break down:
✔️ What Metabolic Chaos® really is✔️ How chronic fatigue, IBD, hormone imbalances, and brain fog are all interconnected✔️ Why a single “root cause” rarely exists — and what to do instead✔️ The functional lab tests (like GI MAP, DUTCH, and OAT) that uncover hidden dysfunctions✔️ How the D.R.E.S.S. for Health Success® protocol helps restore balance naturally
 
If you’ve been struggling with gut issues, hormone problems, or burnout — and you’re tired of guessing — this episode will help you finally connect the dots.
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