Gut health plays a crucial role in overall health, immune function, and long-term healing—especially for those navigating chronic inflammation, autoimmune diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, and other chronic health conditions. When the gut lining becomes compromised—often referred to as leaky gut syndrome or intestinal permeability—it can lead to food sensitivities, brain fog, abdominal pain, and systemic inflammation.

In this episode of Balance Banter, Kristie Calise breaks down the 5R protocol, a functional medicine approach and framework used to restore gut integrity, support the gut microbiome, and improve digestive system function.

Rather than guessing, Kristie emphasizes the importance of a stool test as a first step to identify bacterial overgrowth, pathogenic bacteria, poor digestive function, and underlying root causes affecting the digestive tract.

You’ll learn how each step of the 5R protocol supports gut healing:

• Remove & Replace: Address harmful substances, bad bacteria, and food intolerances while supporting digestion with digestive enzymes, stomach acid (hydrochloric acid), bile acids, and digestive support
• Repair: Heal the intestinal lining using key nutrients, amino acids, aloe vera, and gut repair strategies to improve nutrient absorption and reduce gut inflammation
• Reinoculate: Reintroduce beneficial bacteria through targeted use of probiotics, probiotic foods, and prebiotic foods to support a healthy gut microbiome
• Rebalance: Focus on lifestyle factors like stress management, sleep, and dietary changes to support the gut-brain axis and long-term gut health

This step-by-step approach supports proper digestion, balances good bacteria, and helps reduce symptoms caused by poor gut health—from food allergies and joint pain to fatigue and autoimmune disorders.

If you’re ready to move beyond temporary fixes and address the root causes of your digestive symptoms, this episode will help guide your next step toward true gut healing and whole-body health!

Interested in 1:1 Functional Nutrition support?
Schedule your Root Cause Clarity session to see if a root-cause approach  and the 5R protocol is right for you!
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Interested in 1:1 Functional Nutrition support?
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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This content is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical guidance, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, medications, supplements, or lifestyle.