373 - Unlock the Gut-Brain Connection: How Healing Your Gut Will Transform Your Health with Hannah Aylward

Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance

If you’ve ever felt like your gut has more control over your day than you do—bloating, food anxiety, exhaustion, skin flares, mood dips—you’re not imagining things.

And you’re definitely not alone.

In this episode, I’m joined by Hannah Aylward, functional nutritionist and founder of HAN, and we’re unpacking the deep, often misunderstood connection between your gut, your mood, and your nervous system.

Hannah brings the receipts: how your digestion is linked to everything from your sleep and energy levels to your anxiety and hormonal health—and what to do when it feels like your body’s working against you.

We’re diving into:
✔️ How undiagnosed gut imbalances can lead to chronic bloating, fatigue, skin issues, and even hormone disruption
✔️ Why restriction and elimination diets aren’t the healing fix they promise to be
✔️ How to nourish your body in a way that promotes gut repair and nervous system safety
✔️ The impact of antibiotics and childhood infections on your adult gut health
✔️ What it really takes to balance blood sugar, boost microbiome diversity, and support long-term energy

If you’re sick of cutting foods, afraid to eat, or just tired of feeling off—and you know something deeper’s going on—this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Press play to learn practical, powerful ways to support your gut health—without restriction, obsession, or burnout.

Connect with Hannah:

🌐Hannah’s Website

📸Find Hannah on Instagram

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