For the next few weeks on The Less Stressed Life Podcast I will be republishing our most popular episodes. First up is with two time guest Dena Norton, MS, RD. In this episode we discuss all things gut health, IBS, and all the symptoms that come with it. Dena shares her strategies for those looking for the basics of good gut health and also those with long-term gut problems in search of symptom relief. Want to hear more from Dena? Check out Episode 302: Is it Perimenopause? KEY TAKEAWAYS: Foundations for gut healthDefining IBS- irritable bowel syndrome (diagnosis of exclusion)Common IBS symptomsRoot cause approach to better gut healthFood gut health connectionConventional vs Functional approach to IBSRole of stress on the gutDENA SHARED HELPFUL TIPS ON: Managing the Brain-Gut connectionEnsuring good digestionSelf-awareness10 practical strategies for gut health (how do you eat, bitter foods/teas, gut rest, breathing/stretching exercises, abdominal massage,  toilet stool)Advanced strategies after trying basics- root cause approach for supporting good motility long termGut imbalances these tips will not fixFinding a provider to really look at the whole picture- labs and symptoms alikeABOUT GUEST: Dena Norton, MS, RD is a registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience in both the traditional medical system and the holistic health sphere. She owns Back To The Book Nutrition, a virtual practice specializing in chronic digestive symptoms and women's health. After helping perimenopausal women for years, Dena entered her 40's and was hit with nagging symptoms like low libido, love handles, and sleep disturbance herself. This wake up call drove her to research perimenopause more deeply than ever and, after applying what she learned, has reduced her symptoms and feels back in control of her health! Now Dena is passionate about helping fellow 40-something women navigate this topsy-turvy stage of life with proven strategies to curb nagging symptoms and to significantly reduce the risk of many chronic diseases that plague aging women. WHERE TO FIND: Website: https://www.backtothebooknutrition.com/ Instagram: @backtothebooknutrition Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/backtothebooknutrition WHERE TO FIND CHRISTA: Website: https://www.christabiegler.com/ Instagram: @anti.inflammatory.nutritionist Leave a review, submit a questions for the podcast or take one of my quizzes here: https://www.christabiegler.com/links ANNOUNCEMENTS: WORK WITH CHRISTA IN 2024: https://www.christabiegler.com/fss RESET IN SEDONA Retreat is full. Stay tuned for info on future retreats! 🙌