A Beginner's Guide to Balancing Your Gut
Embarking on the journey to balance your gut health? Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Candida—a yeast that plays a pivotal role in your gut ecosystem. Maintaining its delicate balance is key to safeguarding your well-being against a myriad of health issues.

But what exactly throws this equilibrium off?

  1. Sugar: Candida thrives on sugar, so indulging in sweets can inadvertently fuel its overgrowth. It’s like throwing gasoline on a fire—definitely not what you want for your gut health.
  2. Antibiotics: While antibiotics can be lifesavers when battling infections, they can also wipe out the good bacteria in your gut, paving the way for Candida to run amok.
  3. Weakened Immune System: Your immune system acts as a guardian, keeping Candida in check. But when it’s compromised, Candida can seize the opportunity to stage a hostile takeover.
So, what are the signs of Candida imbalance? Think digestive issues, skin flare-ups, and mood rollercoasters. But here’s the catch: These symptoms can manifest differently in each of us, making diagnosis a tricky endeavor.

The good news? You hold the reins to support your gut! Here’s how:

  1. Cut Down on Sugar: Say goodbye to refined sugars and opt for wholesome alternatives like fruits. Starve Candida of its favorite fuel and watch it shrink into oblivion.
  2. Embrace Probiotics: Populate your gut with friendly bacteria by incorporating probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, kefir, and fermented vegetables into your diet. They’ll team up to keep Candida in check.
  3. Harness Anti-Fungal Foods: Arm yourself with nature’s warriors—garlic, coconut oil, and oregano. These potent anti-fungal agents will launch a full-scale assault on Candida overgrowth.
  4. Stress Management: Practice mindfulness, indulge in self-care rituals, and watch your gut flourish in tranquility.
But remember, achieving gut balance is a marathon, not a sprint. Listen to your body’s cues, make mindful choices, and don’t hesitate to seek guidance from a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

Ready to kickstart your gut health journey? Click HERE to grab a treasure trove of tips and recipes in my Gut Health Made Easy guide. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together—your gut will thank you! 

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Meet Leah Negrin

 
I am a bold, beautiful, sometimes timid, usually happy, essential oil, nutrition junkie. Although at 39 I feel as if I've had several careers over a lifetime (or at least sometimes when I look back at my resume that is what shines through). I've been a paralegal, an office manager, an administrative assistant, worked in commercial lending and have finally landed on nutrition.

My journey to nutrition started many years ago when my sister was diagnosed with celiac disease and food had to change for the family. From there, along my own health journey I’ve helped people not only figure out what to eat but how to do it so that it can work for them sustainably. For almost seven years I’ve been counseling people on their nutrition and weight loss journeys. 

Finally getting some sunshine in Southern California *Photo credit  Brittany Hassett 

I am knowledgeable about what purpose food serves your body and I focus on finding sustainable options when it comes to food; this also led to my love of essential oils. I had the opportunity to attend a workshop where a registered dietitian spoke about using essential oils in her practice to help her patients. I was floored. I knew that #plantsheal but I didn't realize that others in the 'conventional' medical community thought that as well!! Learning that it was possible to incorporate these magical little bottles gave me a huge sense of hope.


Alina, myself and Caitlin (oily bffs) *Photo credit Anne Negrin

 
As I learned more about these oils I was diagnosed with increased intestinal permeability or as many of us know it, leaky gut. Leaky gut has been around for quite awhile but many of us are just learning what this is or why this is even more common these days than ever before. Many issues can be related to leaky gut including autoimmune diseases. Receiving this diagnosis just led me down a path further to learn about nutrition and how to best serve my body and take care of myself.


Enjoying a vegan ice cream cone in Budapest! *Photo credit to Michelle Owen 

Since birthing our sweet baby boy at home earlier this year I’ve been incredibly passionate about helping other women too who are pregnant and new mothers with their nutrition. Eating healthy for your pregnant body and your postpartum self is a game changer for both mother and baby.

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