Bloating, Brain Fog & Anxiety: The Hidden Root Cause (And How to Fix It!)

Angela welcomes gut health expert, Josh Dech, who explores the profound connection between gut health and mental well-being. Together they delve into the intricate relationship between the brain and gut, discussing how neurotransmitters produced in the gut influence mood and behaviour, emphasising the importance of diet, and highlighting the need for whole foods, the avoidance of intolerances, and the impact of histamines, particularly for those with conditions like Crohn's disease. KEY TAKEAWAYS Gut & Chronic Disease: 93% of major diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s, can be traced back to gut health. Brain-Gut Link: Your gut directly impacts mood, focus, and mental clarity. An unhealthy gut can lead to ADHD symptoms, anxiety, and brain fog. Acid Reflux Myth: Most reflux cases are due to low stomach acid, not too much. Suppressing acid can worsen gut health. Pesticides & Processed Foods: Industrialized food and chemicals damage the gut microbiome, fueling inflammation and disease. Healing Approach: Focus on whole foods, gut-friendly diets, and identifying intolerances to restore balance. TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS 00:05 – 93% of chronic diseases are linked to gut health. 03:21 – How gut imbalances contribute to ADHD, brain fog, and fatigue. 07:59 – Healing the gut: Candida, parasites, and food intolerances. 13:46 – Acid reflux: The real cause and why PPIs can make it worse. 24:30 – How pesticides and food processing harm gut health. 35:09 – Industrialized food vs. real nutrition: Why we’re getting sicker. 41:07 – The best tests for gut health & when you should test. 44:23 – Should you take probiotics? The truth about supplementation. 48:56 – Sugar vs. sweeteners: Which is worse for your gut? 51:26 – Key advice for taking control of your gut health. VALUABLE RESOURCES Get a free snapshot of your health and personalised report at www.yourtotalhealthcheck.com Join The High Performance Health Community A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: Target 9 out of the 12 Hallmarks of Aging with Oxford Healthspan Primeadine – CLICK HERE and use code ANGELA to save 15% Boost your NAD+ and transform your energy & vitality for a younger you with Qualia NAD+ - www.qualialife.com/angela and use code ANGELA for 15% off ABOUT THE GUEST Josh is a Holistic Nutritionist and Physician’s consultant, specializing in Crohn’s, Colitis, and severe IBS. After reversing over 300 cases of Crohn’s and colitis (previously thought to be impossible to fix), he’s been connected to some of the world’s most renowned doctors.He’s since launched a top 2.5% globally ranked podcast, and has been recruited to the Priority Health Academy as a medical lecturer, helping educate doctors on the holisticapproach to gut health, and inflammatory bowel disease. https://gutsolution.ca/ ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women’s Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. The High Performance Health Podcast is a top rated global podcast. Each week, Angela brings you a new insight, biohack or high performance habit to help you unlock optimal health, longevity and higher performance. Hit the follow button to make sure you get notified each time Angela releases a new episode. CONTACT DETAILS Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Affiliate Disclaimer: Note this description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is under no obligation to use these links. Thank you for supporting the show! Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast.