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148. How Alcohol Impacts Your Gut Health with Dr Traci Fraley
148. How Alcohol Impacts Your Gut Health with Dr Traci Fraley
148. How Alcohol Impacts Your Gut Health with Dr Traci Fraley
Friday 10th May 2024
Learn about alcohol's impact on gut health and get practical tips from Dr. Traci Fraley on The Alcohol ReThink Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Gut Feelings: Alcohol's Hidden Impact on Your Digestive Health
Episode Overview
- Dr. Tracy Frailey explains the importance of mental health in gut health maintenance
- Insights into how alcohol consumption impacts gut health and overall well-being
- Practical tips for supporting gut health through diet, stress management, and sleep hygiene
- Emphasis on the interconnectedness of gut health, stress, sleep, and overall physical well-being
- Importance of meeting oneself where they are and making gradual improvements for long-term health benefits
So many different processes that it's kind of a miracle when things are working correctly. And especially given, you know, in general, what a toxic world we live in. I mean, it's the toxicity is what we may knowingly be putting into our bodies, but, you know, we have more toxins than 100 years ago in the air we breathe and the water we drink, you know, all of this.
Ever wondered how that glass of wine might be affecting more than just your head the next morning? In this episode of 'The Alcohol ReThink Podcast', Patrick Fox sits down with Dr. Traci Fraley, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, to unpack the often-overlooked relationship between alcohol and gut health. With over two decades of experience in addiction and wellness, Dr. Fraley brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.
She dives into how alcohol can wreak havoc on your digestive system and why maintaining good gut health is crucial for your overall well-being. They also tackle some big questions: Why do we often abandon self-care when we need it the most? How does our mood tie into our gut health? And why does everything look like a nail when alcohol is the only tool in your box? Dr.
Fraley offers practical advice on improving your gut health, from dietary changes to stress management and sleep hygiene. She emphasizes the importance of asking yourself, 'Is what I’m about to eat or drink giving me energy or taking it away?' This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you create a sustainable self-care routine, no matter how small you start.
If you're curious about the hidden ways alcohol might be affecting your body and want to take steps toward better health, this episode is a must-listen.