7 Signs Your Gut is Crying for Help (And What to Do About It)
Your Gut Might Be Struggling—and You Don’t Even Know It
Most people think gut issues just mean gas, bloating, or constipation. But as a Functional Nutritionist, I can tell you—those are just the tip of the iceberg.
When your gut is out of balance, it affects your mood, skin, hormones, immune system, and even your ability to lose weight. If you're living with symptoms that doctors can’t quite explain, your gut might be at the root of it all.
Here Are 7 Signs Your Gut is in Trouble:
1. You Always Feel Tired, No Matter How Much You Sleep
Fatigue is often linked to inflammation in the gut or nutrient malabsorption. If you feel like you’re running on empty, your microbiome might need a reset.
2. You’re Constantly Bloated or Gassy
Occasional bloating is normal—but if it happens after every meal or randomly throughout the day, your digestive system may be struggling with imbalance or food sensitivities.
3. You’re Craving Sugar All. The. Time.
A gut full of bad bacteria often sends strong signals to your brain to eat sugar—because that’s what they want. Cravings can be a sign of dysbiosis (an imbalance of gut microbes).
4. You Struggle with Anxiety or Depression
The gut and brain are directly connected through the vagus nerve. When your gut is inflamed, it affects your mood and mental clarity. Up to 90% of serotonin is made in the gut!
5. You Have Skin Issues (Like Acne, Eczema, or Rosacea)
Your skin is a mirror of your internal health. Many skin issues are rooted in inflammation and gut permeability (leaky gut).
6. You Get Sick Often
Over 70% of your immune system lives in your gut. If you’re constantly fighting off colds or infections, your microbiome may need help.
7. Your Weight Fluctuates Unexpectedly
An unhealthy gut can impact insulin sensitivity, blood sugar regulation, and how your body stores fat.
What Can You Do About It?
The good news? Your body knows how to heal when given the right tools. Here’s where to start:
✅ Clean Up Your Diet:
Remove processed foods, refined sugars, and inflammatory oils. Focus on real, whole foods that your body recognizes.
✅ Add More Fiber:
Fiber feeds the good bacteria in your gut. Think leafy greens, chia seeds, flaxseed, lentils, and berries.
✅ Include Fermented Foods:
Sauerkraut, kimchi, coconut yogurt, and kefir (if tolerated) help repopulate your microbiome with beneficial strains.
✅ Use Gut-Healing Supplements:
A good-quality probiotic, digestive enzymes, L-glutamine, and minerals like zinc can support your healing journey. (I personally love Optimize Minerals!)
✅ Work with a Functional Nutritionist (like me!)
I help clients identify the root cause of their symptoms and create personalized gut healing protocols that are sustainable and actually work.
💬 Ready to Heal Your Gut for Good?
Let’s work together! Whether you’re just getting started or have tried everything, I’ll help you map out a holistic plan that fits your body and lifestyle.
