3. Managing Hypermobility: Nutrition and Gut Health with Gunny Wiken

Join us as we dive into essential nutrition strategies for managing hypermobility and enhancing gut health with Gunny Wiken, a Dietitian (APD), Sports Nutritionist, and Weightlifting Coach, alongside me, April, your Doctor of Physiotherapy.

In this episode, Gunny and I will share our expert insights on the best foods to support your digestive system, reduce inflammation, and boost overall well-being.

Whether you're dealing with IBS, GERD, or other gastrointestinal issues, these tips are tailored to help you manage your symptoms effectively.

Connect with Gunny Wiken:

Website: www.thpd.au
Instagram: @gunn_thpd

Chapters:

Part 1 - Gut Health

00:00 - Intro
02:41 - How does hypermobility affect the gut's functionality?
07:17 - What are the specific gut problems that are associated with hypermobility?
09:28 - What is the connection between hypermobility and dysmotility?
11:06 - What role does hypermobility play in causing heartburn and reflux issues?
13:39 - How does hypermobility contribute to bloating?
15:05 - How does hypermobility relate to constipation?
16:41 - What diagnostic tests are used to assess gut issues in people with hypermobility?
17:58 - How does POTS impact the digestive system in individuals with hypermobility?

Part 2 - Nutrition Tips

24:13 - How to manage digestive symptoms in individuals with hypermobility?
29:25 - What are the dietary interventions to implement with individuals with hypermobility to help reduce inflammation?
31:52 - How do stress and mental health affect the gut symptoms with hypermobility
35:42 - How to implement the meditative state or visualization for gut issues
36:26 - What dietary modification is suggested for people with reflux and heartburn?
40:26 - Tips to manage bloating and flatulence
42:51 - Is there a difference in the symptoms for the large and small intestine issues?
50:31 - Strategies for managing diarrhea and constipation
59:56 - Are there any specific nutrients or supplements recommended for supporting gut health in individuals with hypermobility?
01:41 - Outro

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Chapters

• 0:00 Intro
• 2:41 How does hypermobility affect the gut's functionality?
• 7:17 What are the specific gut problems that are associated with hypermobility?
• 9:28 What is the connection between hypermobility and dysmotility?
• 11:06 What role does hypermobility play in causing heartburn and reflux issues?
• 13:39 How does hypermobility contribute to bloating?
• 15:05 How does hypermobility relate to constipation?
• 16:41 What diagnostic tests are used to assess gut issues in people with hypermobility?
• 17:58 How does POTS impact the digestive system in individuals with hypermobility?
• 24:13 How to manage digestive symptoms in individuals with hypermobility?
• 29:25 What are the dietary interventions to implement with individuals with hypermobility to help reduce inflammation?
• 31:52 How do stress and mental health affect the gut symptoms with hypermobility
• 35:42 How to implement the meditative state or visualization for gut issues
• 36:26 What dietary modification is suggested for people with reflux and heartburn?
• 40:26 Tips to manage bloating and flatulence
• 42:51 Is there a difference in the symptoms for the large and small intestine issues?
• 50:31 Strategies for managing diarrhea and constipation
• 59:56 Are there any specific nutrients or supplements recommended for supporting gut health in individuals with hypermobility?
• 1:00:41 Outro