Join host Jenn Payeur as she sits down with Steven Wright, founder of Healthy Gut and self-proclaimed “health engineer,” to discuss his powerful journey from corporate engineer to gut health expert. Steven shares his personal struggles with severe digestive issues, the turning point that led him to functional medicine, and how he transformed his pain into purpose.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Steven’s story of overcoming IBS, food sensitivities, and emotional eating
- The science behind digestive enzymes and why most people need them
- How environment, stress, and modern lifestyles impact gut health
- The pros and cons of elimination diets—and why diversity matters for your microbiome
- Practical tips for surviving the holidays with gut issues
- The importance of pleasure, community, and mindset in healing
Plus, discover the latest in gut health supplements and how to build a resilient, diverse microbiome. Whether you’re struggling with digestive problems or just want to optimize your health, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and inspiration.
Find Steven’s products at healthygut.com and connect with his expert team for support.
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check the show notes for resources and contact info!
Timestamps:
00:00 – Gut Health Podcast Introduction | Meet Steven Wright, Healthy Gut Founder
01:02 – Steven Wright’s IBS Story: From Engineer to Gut Health Specialist
01:59 – IBS Symptoms & Corporate Life: Real Stories of Digestive Struggles
04:00 – Why Conventional Medicine Fails for Gut Health | Discovering the Specific Carbohydrate Diet
05:03 – Functional Medicine for Gut Health: Self-Experimentation & Recovery
07:47 – The Power of Pleasure & Flexibility in Gut Healing
10:12 – Emotional Eating, Childhood Habits & Food as Community
11:44 – Intuitive Eating for Gut Health | Seasonal Diet Tips
14:55 – Food Diversity & Microbiome: Why Variety Matters for Digestive Wellness
15:46 – Overcoming Binge Eating & Emotional Triggers for Gut Health
16:58 – Stress, Community, and Digestion: How Your Environment Affects Gut Health
19:06 – Holiday Gut Health Tips: Surviving Festive Seasons with Digestive Issues
21:35 – Digestive Enzymes Explained: Benefits for IBS, Bloating & Food Intolerance
24:30 – Why Are Gut Issues So Common? | Environmental & Lifestyle Factors
28:33 – Elimination Diets for Gut Health: Pros, Cons & Safe Reintroduction
32:53 – Step-by-Step Gut Healing Protocol: Real Food, Supplements & Histamine Management
35:08 – The Gut-Brain Connection: Nervous System Regulation for Digestive Health
36:55 – Fiber, Prebiotics & Microbiome Diversity: Innovations in Gut Health
39:39 – Final Gut Health Advice & Resources | How to Connect with Steven Wright
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