Gutsy Talks
de Rachel Larsson
Episode 31: Perimenopause, Menopause & the Microbiome with Sandra…
À propos de ce podcast
Welcome to Gutsy Talks—the space for real, unfiltered conversations about healing your gut, calming your mind, and learning to love food again. Whether you're just starting your gut health journey or you’ve been on this path for a while, I’m here to share insights and honest, ah-ha moments that can help transform your health.
Join me, Rachel Larsson (she/her), your host, naturopath and nutritionist, as I chat with top health experts and thought leaders from around the world. Together, we’ll dive into the latest in holistic and scientific approaches to gut health and explore the deep connections between your gut and overall well-being. No fluff, just real talk on what it truly takes to feel empowered, healthier, and more in tune with your body.
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- Episode 31: Perimenopause, Menopause & the Microbiome with Sandra Villella · 1 h 4 minPerimenopause and menopause can bring a wave of changes, from gut symptoms and hormone shifts to metabolic and cognitive concerns, yet many women are left feeling under-informed…
- Episode 30: Medicinal Mushrooms Explained: Gut, Brain & Immune Health with Dr Anna Sitkoff · 56 minMedicinal mushrooms are everywhere right now, but what do they actually do, how do they work in the body, and how do you know what’s worth taking? In this episode, I’m joined by…
- Episode 29: Iron & B12 Explained - Symptoms, Testing & Smart Fixes with Steph Lowe · 1 h 1 minFeeling exhausted, foggy or flat, yet being told your iron or B12 levels are “normal”? This episode explores why deficiencies are so often missed and what actually helps. Joining…
- Episode 28: PCOS Explained - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Root-Cause Relief with Rhiannon Hardingham · 60 minPCOS is one of the most commonly diagnosed (and most misunderstood) hormonal conditions. For many, it comes with years of confusing symptoms, missed diagnoses, and being told the…
- Episode 27: Mould & Mycotoxins: Hidden Triggers Behind Chronic Illness with Dr. Jill Crista · 1 h 3 minIn this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jill Crista, a pioneering naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, and one of the world’s leading voices in mould and mycotoxin-related…
- Episode 26: Master Your Mind-Gut Connection Through Hypnotherapy with Natalie Gardner · 54 minIn this episode, I’m joined by Natalie Gardner, a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and biofeedback practitioner with a strong focus on the gut–brain connection. Natalie is the…
- Episode 25: 10 Gut-Friendly Tips for Socialising and Traveling with IBS with Rachel Larsson · 21 minSocial events and travel should be fun, right? But if you’re living with IBS, they can feel more like a minefield of stress, bloat, and food fear. In this solo episode, I’m…
- Episode 24: Breaking the Binge-Restrict Cycle Through Healing With Stefanie Michele · 58 minIf you’ve ever felt out of control around food, stuck in the binge–restrict cycle, or burdened by body shame — you're not alone. And you’re not broken. Today’s guest is Stefanie…
- Episode 23: The Infant Microbiome: Milk, Microbes & More with Dawn Whitten · 55 minThe first 1000 days of life — from conception to around age two — are now recognised as one of the most critical windows for shaping long-term health. And at the heart of that…
- Episode 22: What Your Poo Says About Your Gut Health with Rachel Larsson · 36 minEver stared down at the toilet bowl and thought… “Is that normal?” If so, this episode is for you. Today, I’m taking you on a deep dive (pun intended) into one of the most…
- Episode 21: Starting Solids, Allergies & Gut Health With Luka McCabe · 48 minIn this episode, I’m joined by Luka McCabe, founder and director of Boob to Food, and best-selling author of Milk to Meals. With a background as a registered midwife and nurse…
- Episode 20: Histamine, Hormones & Hidden Symptoms With Sage King · 51 minIn this episode, I’m joined by Sage King — a Naturopath, Nutritionist, educator, and advocate shaking up the world of inclusive reproductive healthcare. Sage offers…
- Episode 19: What's Really In Your Food: Unpacking Labels & Gut Health With Cyndi O'Meara · 60 minIn this episode, I’m joined by Cyndi O’Meara, a trailblazing nutritionist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, filmmaker, and founder of Changing Habits. With a background in both…
- Episode 18: How To Heal Your Bloating Naturally With Rachel Larsson · 33 minHave you ever felt like your bloating is just something you have to live with? That it’s normal to be uncomfortable after meals, to avoid certain foods, or to go days without a…
- Episode 17: Mastering Motility: SIBO & the MMC With Dr Allison Siebecker · 1 h 4 minToday’s guest is Dr. Allison Siebecker, the renowned 'Queen of SIBO'. She is a naturopathic physician, award-winning author, clinician and educator, and this week she joins me to…
- Episode 16: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: The Hidden Gut Disruptor With Isabella Lees-Trinca · 54 minIn this episode, I'm joined by Isabella Lees-Trinca, a physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor rehabilitation and gut health, with a mission to bring lasting relief to her…
- Episode 15: The Vaginal Microbiome: What’s Normal & What’s Not with Greta Durston · 56 minToday I’m joined by Greta Durston, a degree-qualified Naturopath with advanced training in reproductive health, specialising in the vaginal microbiome. Greta is on a mission to…
- Episode 14: SIBO Facts: Causes, Testing & Treatments With Rachel Larsson · 47 minHave you ever been told your bloating, stomach aches, or unpredictable bowel habits are normal? This one's for you. In today’s solo episode, I dive into a topic I'm deeply…
- Episode 13: Understand Your Thyroid: Signs, Tests + Next Steps With Tara Nelson · 1 h 8 minIn this episode, naturopath and leading voice in thyroid education, Tara Nelson, shares her extensive knowledge of thyroid health among decades of experience supporting people…
- Episode 12: Bartonella, Stealth Infections, and Gut Health with Alison Vickery · 1 h 5 minThis week, Alison Vickery shares her expert insights into a lesser-known infection that may be quietly impacting your health. Drawing from her personal healing journey and deep…







