Gut Health, Ulcerative Colitis, and Fecal Transplant with Holistic Nutritionist Nicole Inwentash | Episode 99

Gut health is at the centre of so many health concerns, yet most women are still told to “eat more fibre” and move on. When symptoms like bloating, fatigue, and inflammation persist, it’s often a sign there’s more going on.

I am talking to holistic nutritionist Nicole Inwentash about her personal journey with ulcerative colitis, the role of food sensitivities, and her experience with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). We also cover simple ways to support gut health, reduce overwhelm in the kitchen, and make realistic nutrition changes that actually stick.

Nicole and I talk about:

• How early digestive symptoms like bloating and low energy can signal deeper gut issues
  • Why food sensitivities like gluten and dairy can significantly impact inflammation
  • What fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is and how it works in real life
  • Nicole’s experience healing ulcerative colitis through FMT after conventional treatments failed
  • Why chronic stress and antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiome
  • How to recognize when bloating is not normal and what to look for instead
  • Simple daily habits that support gut health including hydration, sleep, and movement
  • How to reduce processed foods without overhauling your entire lifestyle
  • Easy, realistic ways to make healthier swaps when cooking and baking at home
  • How to simplify meals by focusing on protein to reduce overwhelm for busy moms
  • Practical tips for feeding picky eaters while increasing nutrient density
  • How to make cooking feel easier and more enjoyable with simple recipes and batch prep

Nicole Inwentash is a Toronto-based holistic nutritionist with over a decade of experience working with clients on digestion, weight loss, and overall health. She works in both clinical and private practice settings and is also a recipe creator focused on simple, gluten-free and dairy-free meals. Nicole shares practical nutrition strategies to help people feel better without overwhelm.

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