Episode 11

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16th Jul 2025

The Gut Health Guide: Understanding the Microbiome, IBS & Other Gut Imbalances

Today we continue our gut health series, focusing on the second underlying cause of gut issues: imbalances in our microbiome!!

Our microbiome is the ecosystem of the trillions of bacteria that live in our gut. When the balance of bacteria is off, we can experience a plethora of gut issues like IBS, anxiety, indigestion, weight issues, immune function and so much more. Our gut is at the root of so much that happens within our bodies, which is why when there's imbalances within the gut that go unchecked, we can see it leading to bigger imbalances and dis-ease later on.

Our gut is home to 80% of our immune system, meaning that it has a major effect on our overall health, energy, and vitality. A healthy, balanced gut is crucial for our wellness, which is why today we're learning the most common causes of imbalance within our gut microbiome, how we can notice when it's imbalanced, and what we can do to bring balance to our gut, short and long term.

**Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Coach, not a licensed medical doctor.

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Zen & Tonic: Wellness Unflitered
Holistic Living For Modern Women
Zen & Tonic is your cozy corner of the wellness world where ancient wisdom meets modern wellness. Hosted by Ayurvedic wellness coach Ally McMillan, this podcast is for women in their 20s and 30s who want to feel more connected to their bodies, balanced in their hormones, and grounded in their everyday routines. Here we discuss anything and everything from debunking health 'fads', aligning with natural cycles, eating with the seasons, hormonal and gut health, how to find the right lifestyle for your unique constitution, and so much more. So grab a cup of tea and join us for the most recent episode on the Zen and Tonic podcast!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

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Ally McMillan

I'm Ally, your host! I'm so excited to have you here with me as we talk about all things health, wellness, and holistic living for the modern woman! I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness coach, who takes on an integrative approach to health! This podcast focuses on all things wellness and lifestyle, where my focus is to have empowering wellness conversations that discuss attainable, appraochable ways to improve your health and bring you into balance! Thanks for listening, it really means so much to me to have you here :)