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In this enlightening episode, host Alyssa Simpson is joined by Mandi Dickey, a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner (nearly all in neurology) with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, to delve into the powerful connection between the brain and gut. Together, they discuss how neurological health, particularly brain trauma, can profoundly affect gut function.

Mandi’s personal experience with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) adds a deeply relatable and inspiring perspective on overcoming health challenges. She shares how her TBI, which she sustained in a car accident in 2023, opened her eyes to the profound impact brain health has on the entire body—especially gut health. The episode highlights the importance of recognizing the gut-brain connection and how caring for one’s brain can enhance digestive health.

If you're struggling with gut health or have suffered from neurological trauma, this episode will provide you with knowledge and hope for healing.

Guest Bio:
Mandi Dickey is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. She has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Top Nurse Practitioner award and the Women of Armor Personal Growth award for 2023. Mandi’s expertise spans a wide range of health topics, with a particular focus on brain health.

In 2022, she launched her podcast, Brain Wellness – The Podcast, where she covers topics related to brain health and wellness, including concussion prevention, migraine treatment, and stroke recovery.

In 2023, Mandi suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car accident but has returned to her passion of educating others on brain health. She now focuses on sharing her experiences and insights into brain injuries, concussions, and how these impact overall health, including gut function.

For more about Mandi’s work and to explore her podcast, visit: brainwellnessnp

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If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

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In this episode, Alyssa uncovers the surprising truth about gluten-free products, common digestive reactions like fructan intolerance, and how to choose the best pasta for your gut health. This episode is perfect for anyone managing celiac disease, IBS, or following low-FODMAP diets!

What You’ll Learn:

• Why gluten-free doesn’t always mean healthier.
• The best and worst gluten-free pasta options for digestion.
• How to pair pasta with gut-friendly ingredients to reduce symptoms.

Sign up for my FREE Live Masterclass happening on April 24th to discuss the overlooked factors that keep digestive issues lingering—even when you're doing "everything right and how you can address them effectively.

Resources mentioned:

1. Take the Symptom Assessment for a free guide tailored to your digestive needs. DM "Gut Check" to @nutritionresolution on Instagram.
2. Recommended pasta brands: Jovial Foods, Barilla, Ronzoni, Ancient Harvest.
3. Low-FODMAP pasta sauces: FODY Foods, Prego Sensitive, Rao’s Sensitive Sauce.

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If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

Tune in and subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with the knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

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Are you tired of feeling like your gut symptoms define you? Bloating, IBS, GERD, and other digestive challenges can affect more than just your physical health—they impact your confidence and self-worth. In this episode, Alyssa shares mindset shifts and practical tools to help you feel good in your body, no matter where you are in your gut health journey.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How to embrace setbacks as part of the healing process.
• Practical ways to manage gut flares while maintaining confidence.
• Why your symptoms are a message, not a failure.
  Tools for dressing, eating, and moving in ways that support both your gut and your self-esteem.

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If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

Tune in and subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with the knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

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In this episode, Alyssa takes a deep dive into gut health, uncovering why so many people struggle with bloating, food sensitivities, and digestive discomfort—and what you can do to heal your gut naturally. If you've ever wondered why certain foods trigger symptoms, why your digestion feels off, or how to restore your microbiome, this episode is packed with science-backed strategies to help you regain control of your health.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The difference between food intolerances, food sensitivities, and allergies—and why most people confuse them.
✅ How an imbalanced gut microbiome (dysbiosis) leads to bloating, gas, IBS, and even leaky gut.
✅ Why gut inflammation is at the core of most digestive issues—and how to reduce it.
✅ How to improve your microbiome with simple diet changes (without making your symptoms worse).
✅ The link between stress, digestion, and gut function—and why fixing your nervous system is key.
✅ Practical, science-backed strategies to restore gut health, reduce food sensitivities, and improve digestion for good.

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Resources mentioned:

FREE Healthy Gut Restoration Guide: https://alyssa-simpson.mykajabi.com/healthy-gut-restoration-guide

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If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

Tune in and subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with the knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

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In this episode, host Alyssa Simpson, a registered dietitian and functional nutritionist, dives into one of the most frustrating and common digestive issues—bloating. Alyssa explains why popular remedies like food elimination, probiotics, and digestive enzymes don’t always work and shares practical, science-backed strategies to relieve bloating for good. Whether your bloating is caused by stress, sluggish digestion, or imbalances in gut bacteria, this episode is packed with insights and actionable advice to help you uncover and treat the root cause.

When to Seek Help:

If persistent bloating continues despite these changes, Alyssa highlights deeper gut imbalances that might need professional attention, such as SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), dysbiosis, or pancreatic insufficiency. She encourages listeners to track symptoms, look for patterns, and seek expert support when necessary.

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If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

Tune in and subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with the knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

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In this episode, Alyssa unpacks the tricky relationship between diet and gut health. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s the food you eat or an underlying gut issue causing your symptoms, you’re not alone! From explaining the differences between allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances to practical tips for elimination diets, this episode is packed with insights to help you feel better and expand your diet over time.

Resources mentioned:

Download my IBS resource Guide: Learn to identify FODMAPs and easily navigate food sensitivities.

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Tune in and Subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

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In this episode, Alyssa discusses the emotional toll of managing chronic gut issues and offers actionable strategies for lasting relief. Drawing from her own experience with acid reflux and her work with clients, Alyssa shares relatable insights and realistic tips for regaining control of your gut health. She explores the connection between stress and digestive symptoms, helping you understand how to break the cycle and work toward lasting gut wellness. From reframing food restrictions to creating daily habits that promote healing, this episode is packed with practical advice.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free meal plans and guides
• First Week on the low FODMAP Diet Family Friendly Meal Plan

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Tune in and Subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.

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In this episode, Alyssa breaks down the FODMAP reintroduction process step by step, sharing practical tips to help you pinpoint food triggers, and build a personalized diet that supports your gut health. If you’ve been stuck in the Low FODMAP Elimination Phase, this episode is your freedom to enjoy more foods without triggering symptoms.

Resources mentioned:

FODMAP Reintroduction Phase Complete Guide
FODMAP Reintroduction Chart
Monash App - Available on Google Playstore & Amazon Appstore as well.

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Tune in and Subscribe to "The Gut Health Dialogues" for inspiring client transformation stories and expert insights into gut health. Leave a review—Your support will help Alyssa empower more people with knowledge and tools to take control of their gut health and reclaim their lives.

Looking for a supportive Gut Health community? Alyssa is building a community committed to helping people overcome their digestive symptoms by addressing the root cause using food and nutrition. Join Alyssa’s FREE Facebook Community here.

If you’re enduring uncomfortable, painful, and embarrassing GI symptoms and feel like you’ve tried everything, Alyssa uses a specialized approach to help people who’ve gone from doctor to doctor finally find relief. Book your 15-minute strategy call for FREE here.