The Beyond Bloated Podcast

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If you’ve been diagnosed with SIBO and feel stuck in the cycle of restrictive diets and endless supplements… this episode is for you.
Many people are told the solution to SIBO is simple: follow the Low-FODMAP diet and take antimicrobials or antibiotics to “kill” the overgrowth. But if that were the full answer, SIBO wouldn’t keep coming back for so many people.
In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Katrina Cox, who specializes in IBS, SIBO, and complex digestive issues. Katrina takes a root-cause approach to gut health and helps women move beyond temporary symptom relief to build long-term digestive resilience.
Together we discuss:
• What SIBO actually is (and why it’s often misunderstood)
• Why antibiotics and antimicrobials don’t always solve the problem
• The most common root causes behind recurring SIBO
• The truth about the Low-FODMAP diet and why it shouldn’t be followed long-term
• How restrictive diets can actually worsen gut health
• Practical steps you can start today to support digestion and gut motility
If you’ve been dealing with bloating, food sensitivities, or recurring SIBO, this conversation will help you understand what’s really going on in your gut, and what actually works to move forward.
You’ll also learn why SIBO isn’t something you have to live with forever.
Connect with Katrina:
Website: katrinacoxrd.com
IG: @ibs.sibo.dietitian
Related Episodes:
E84: I Ate Gluten & Dairy in Europe After 7 Years... and Had Zero IBS Symptoms
E76: Why IBS Doesn’t Go Away with Gluten-Free Diets or Probiotics (and What Actually Works)
E14: Why IBS is a BS Diagnosis: Finding the Root Cause with Charlotte
Enrollment is officially open for 5 Days to a Flatter, Less Distended Belly by Dinner! 
If you’re tired of feeling bloated by the end of the day (even though you’re eating healthy) this challenge is for you. Over five days, you’ll learn the simple tweaks that help reduce bloating, support digestion, and boost energy without cutting out more foods.
We start April 13, and doors close soon.
Save your spot here!
Find out what’s really behind your bloating with my free, freakishly accurate Bloat Personality Quiz! It takes just two minutes and gives you personalized tips based on your unique habits and patterns. Tap HERE to take the quiz and discover your bloat personality!
Work With Me 1:1:
Program Application: Apply Now!

Contact Info:
Website: www.beyondbloated.com
IG: @beyond.bloated
Email: [email protected]

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast if you enjoyed this episode!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions. I am not a medical professional. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

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Today’s episode is a first for the podcast! I’m joined by one of my past 1:1 clients, Jennifer, who is sharing her gut health journey and experience inside my 6-month coaching program.
When Jennifer and I started working together, she was dealing with bloating, gas, stomach pain, vomiting episodes, acid reflux, fatigue, and was taking a PPI medication twice a day for GERD. She had also been experiencing unexplained seizure episodes for years.
On top of that, she was running a storefront business, working a part-time job, doing freelance work, and training in martial arts three times per week, which meant she rarely had access to a kitchen during the day.
In this episode, Jennifer shares:
 • What her symptoms and daily life looked like before we worked together
 • Why she decided to get support despite feeling incredibly busy
 • What surprised her most about the process
 • The improvements she experienced in her digestion, energy, and overall health
 • What life looks like now, months after completing the program
If you’ve ever felt like you’re too busy to work on your gut health, or you’re tired of restrictive diets that don’t work for real life, this episode is for you.
Jennifer also shares about her business, The Hermit’s Path, and where you can connect with her.
Connect with Jennifer:
Photography: jenniferrapkins.com
IG/TikTok: @the.hermits.path
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Related Episodes:
E87: How Long It Really Takes to Reduce Bloating: Real Client Data from My Gut Health Program
E45: How She Eliminated Chronic Diarrhea, Bloating, and Stomach Pain Without Strict Diets
Enrollment is officially open for 5 Days to a Flatter, Less Distended Belly by Dinner! 
If you’re tired of feeling bloated by the end of the day (even though you’re eating healthy) this challenge is for you. Over five days, you’ll learn the simple tweaks that help reduce bloating, support digestion, and boost energy without cutting out more foods.
We start April 13, and doors close soon.
Save your spot here!
Find out what’s really behind your bloating with my free, freakishly accurate Bloat Personality Quiz! It takes just two minutes and gives you personalized tips based on your unique habits and patterns. Tap HERE to take the quiz and discover your bloat personality!
Work With Me 1:1:
Program Application: Apply Now!

Contact Info:
Website: www.beyondbloated.com
IG: @beyond.bloated
Email: [email protected]

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast if you enjoyed this episode!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions. I am not a medical professional. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed scrolling through “perfect morning routines,” wondered if you’re failing because you can’t afford red-light therapy or hot yoga, or felt paralyzed by all the wellness hype… this episode is for you.
In this episode, Certified Gut Health Coach Karlee Close breaks down why gut health doesn’t have to be complicated or costly, and why the foundations you really need are simple, practical, and mostly free.
You’ll learn:
Why 3-hour morning routines and expensive wellness gadgets aren’t required for better digestion
How simplifying your daily habits can reduce bloating faster than any trend
The key “foundations” that actually support your gut and your energy
How to stop comparing yourself to influencer wellness routines and start feeling good in your own body
Simple, realistic habits that anyone can implement, regardless of time or budget
If you’ve ever felt discouraged thinking you don’t have the time, money, or energy to improve your gut health, this episode will give you relief, clarity, and permission to focus on what actually works.
This is your reminder: you don’t need fancy routines or expensive tools to feel better in your gut. You just need the basics done consistently.
Related Episodes:
E90: Stop Wasting Money on Gut Tests: What to Do Before the GI-MAP or Food Sensitivity Panels
E89: How to Eat for Energy (Without Spending a Fortune): Budget-Friendly Wellness
E86: What We’re Leaving Behind in 2025 If You Want Less Bloating in 2026
E73: My Daily Anti-Bloat Routine: What I Eat & Do to Stay Consistent
Enrollment is officially open for 5 Days to a Flatter, Less Distended Belly by Dinner! 
If you’re tired of feeling bloated by the end of the day (even though you’re eating healthy) this challenge is for you. Over five days, you’ll learn the simple tweaks that help reduce bloating, support digestion, and boost energy without cutting out more foods.
We start April 13, and doors close soon.
Save your spot here!
Find out what’s really behind your bloating with my free, freakishly accurate Bloat Personality Quiz! It takes just two minutes and gives you personalized tips based on your unique habits and patterns. Tap HERE to take the quiz and discover your bloat personality!
Work With Me 1:1:
Program Application: Apply Now!

Contact Info:
Website: www.beyondbloated.com
IG: @beyond.bloated
Email: [email protected]

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast if you enjoyed this episode!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions. I am not a medical professional. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

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You’re eating healthy.
You’re trying to “do all the right things.”
So why are you still bloated by 3pm?
In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked causes of chronic bloating in women: stress and nervous system dysregulation.
I’m joined by Jodell Jordan and Heather Bull, authors of Run It Like You Own It, to talk about what really happens in the body when you’re constantly rushing, overcommitted, making a million decisions a day, and putting everyone else first.
We discuss:
Why being late and constantly rushing keeps your body in fight-or-flight
How decision fatigue increases stress (and digestive symptoms)
The hidden connection between people-pleasing and gut issues
Why high-achieving women often struggle with bloating
How sleep, boundaries, and prioritizing yourself calm your nervous system
The truth about “balance” and why there is no finish line
If you’re a busy woman who feels like you’re doing everything “right” but still dealing with bloating, anxiety, or digestive discomfort, this episode will help you understand why food isn’t always the root cause.
Connect with Jodell & Heather:
Website: runitlikeyouownit.com
IG: @runitlikeyouownit
Grab their book + companion workbook HERE
Related Episodes:
E75: Gut Health After Burnout: My Journey From Stress, Restrictive Diets, and Confusion to Bloat-Free Living
E54: Bloating, Brain Fog & Anxiety? The Surprising Link Between Gut Health & Mental Health
Enrollment is officially open for 5 Days to a Flatter, Less Distended Belly by Dinner! 
If you’re tired of feeling bloated by the end of the day (even though you’re eating healthy) this challenge is for you. Over five days, you’ll learn the simple tweaks that help reduce bloating, support digestion, and boost energy without cutting out more foods.
We start April 13, and doors close soon.
Save your spot here!
Find out what’s really behind your bloating with my free, freakishly accurate Bloat Personality Quiz! It takes just two minutes and gives you personalized tips based on your unique habits and patterns. Tap HERE to take the quiz and discover your bloat personality!
Work With Me 1:1:
Program Application: Apply Now!

Contact Info:
Website: www.beyondbloated.com
IG: @beyond.bloated
Email: [email protected]

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast if you enjoyed this episode!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions. I am not a medical professional. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.

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Why does bloating feel worse after 40... even when you’re eating “healthy”?
If you’ve ever felt 6-months-pregnant by the end of the day, been asked if you’re expecting (when you’re not), or found yourself living in flowy tops and stretchy waistbands… this episode is for you.
In this episode, Certified Gut Health Coach Karlee Close breaks down why bloating often becomes more noticeable in your 40s and beyond, and why it’s rarely just about gluten, dairy, carbs, or eating the “wrong” foods.
You’ll learn:
Why stress impacts digestion more than food ever will
How skipping meals and blood sugar swings lead to chronic bloating
Why decades of dieting, low-fat trends, and restrictive protocols can weaken digestion
The connection between cortisol, metabolism, and gut function
Simple, sustainable habits that support digestion naturally
If you’ve tried cutting gluten, dairy, sugar, FODMAPs, or entire food groups and you’re still bloated, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on inside your body.
This is your reminder that bloating after 40 is not a personal failure... it’s feedback. And when you learn how digestion actually works, you can finally start supporting your gut instead of fighting it.
Download the Bloat-Free Day Checklist mentioned in this episode to start implementing the exact habits Karlee uses with her clients to reduce bloating without restriction.
Related Episodes
E91: I Can Eat Gluten & Dairy Again: Why Food Was Never the Problem
E79: Bloating Myths Busted: Why You Can Safely Enjoy Oats Every Day
E71: Are Carbs Causing Your Bloating? The Truth About Low-Carb Diets & Gut Health
E53: Balancing Hormones Starts in the Gut: How Blood Sugar Impacts Your Energy, Sleep & Stress
Enrollment is officially open for 5 Days to a Flatter, Less Distended Belly by Dinner! 
If you’re tired of feeling bloated by the end of the day (even though you’re eating healthy) this challenge is for you. Over five days, you’ll learn the simple tweaks that help reduce bloating, support digestion, and boost energy without cutting out more foods.
We start April 13, and doors close soon.
Save your spot here!
Find out what’s really behind your bloating with my free, freakishly accurate Bloat Personality Quiz! It takes just two minutes and gives you personalized tips based on your unique habits and patterns. Tap HERE to take the quiz and discover your bloat personality!
Work With Me 1:1:
Program Application: Apply Now!

Contact Info:
Website: www.beyondbloated.com
IG: @beyond.bloated
Email: [email protected]

Remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast if you enjoyed this episode!

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical conditions. I am not a medical professional. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health routine.