The Fueled & Free Podcast
Hosted by Margaret Powell, a Functional Nutritionist, The Fueled & Free Podcast is a women's health podcast that helps you cut through the noise of the wellness world, ditch diet culture & reclaim your metabolism.
Informative and relatable wisdom + guidance for the everyday woman, we cover topics on nutrition, hormones, gut health, thyroid health, nervous system regulation tools, motherhood, and more.New episodes release every Wednesday! Connect with Margaret on Instagram @margaretannpowell or email fueledandfreepodcast@gmail.com.To learn more about working with Margaret and her team, head to https://fueledandfree.com/.
The Fueled & Free Podcast
46. 6 Signs Your Gallbladder Is In Trouble, Gallstones, Gallbladder Flares + The Connection to Estrogen Dominance, Thyroid Function + Gut Symptoms
We’re diving into gallbladder health in today’s episode!
The gallbladder is often not thought of as an ‘important’ organ in your body, because it is something you can live without. But, it does WAY more than you may realize! The gallbladder is very interconnected to your thyroid, hormones, and gut health, and plays a crucial role in metabolic health.
Fortunately, there are a variety of holistic ways to support and optimize your digestion, and improve gallbladder health - especially if you’re dealing with a ‘sludgy’ gallbladder.
Our 1-1 Deep Dive Program was created to support you and provide you with a clear roadmap of what YOUR body needs. It IS possible for you to function and truly THRIVE in your everyday life, so let’s get you there!
Episode Recap:
- Key gallbladder facts + what it does within your body {2:44}
- Most common options for testing your gallbladder {6:21}
- 6 lesser-known signs that point to your gallbladder being in trouble {8:17}
- A real-life example of how a gallbladder ‘attack’ can present {18:01}
- Why assessing thyroid health is vital for metabolic function {26:27}
- Gallbladder surgery + pros and cons of doing so {29:35}
- My recs for optimizing your digestive health {33:20}
- Prioritizing overall wellness that’s personalized to you {39:40}
COMPLETE SHOW NOTES for links & references mentioned in episode: https://fueledandfree.com/podcast/episode45
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**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.