The 3 gut health mistakes that keep you bloated (and what to do instead)
Most people with chronic bloating, brain fog, or digestive issues are making the same 3 mistakes. I see it constantly.
Mistake #1: Taking probiotics without knowing what's wrong.
Probiotics aren't universally good. If you have SIBO, certain strains actually make it worse. You're feeding the overgrowth. Get tested first — a GI-MAP or breath test will tell you what you're actually dealing with.
Mistake #2: Cutting out entire food groups permanently.
Going gluten-free or dairy-free can help short-term, but if you're still reacting to everything 6 months later, you haven't fixed the root cause. Elimination is a diagnostic tool, not a lifestyle.
Mistake #3: Ignoring the gut-brain connection.
Your gut has more neurons than your spinal cord. Chronic stress literally shuts down digestion. If you're not addressing nervous system regulation, you're missing half the picture.
The fix isn't a supplement stack or a trending diet. It's understanding YOUR gut — what's damaged, what's overgrown, what's missing — and building a protocol around that.
That's exactly what we do inside Gut Health Coaching.
