The Real Reason You’re Feeling Yuck!
(Hint: It’s What You’re Eating)
Okay, let’s cut to the chase, when you feel yuck it doesn’t mean your body is out to get you.
That bloated belly, the pounding headache, achy joints, or the stubborn weight that just won’t budge no matter how much exercise you do, or celery sticks you eat?
These symptoms are all your body’s “help me!” signals, not random bad luck.
The truth is food is either your best friend or your biggest frenemy. The right choices can ease your tummy troubles, soothe your achy joints, and even help you think more clearly (bye-bye, brain fog). The wrong ones? Well… you already know how that feels.
So, for the next couple of Newsletters, I’m going to tell you how you can tweak what you eat (without making your life miserable) to start feeling like yourself again. Food isn’t the enemy; it’s the secret weapon you’ve been missing. 🍎🔑
Taking care of your gut can be transformative, but where do you start?
Well you can start by hoping onto my 21 Day Gut Harmony Challenge Waitlist so that you don’t miss out on all the details.
Or you can simply keep reading.
How Nutrition Can Transform Tummy Troubles, Headaches, Achy Joints, and Weight Gain.
Have you ever felt like your body is waging a quiet rebellion? One day it’s your digestion acting up, the next it’s a headache that won’t go away, and suddenly your joints feel 20 years older than the rest of you.
Oh, and let’s not even talk about those jeans that mysteriously shrank (again). Sound familiar?
Here’s the thing: your body isn’t out to get you. It’s just trying to tell you something. Those everyday annoyances, like bloating, achy joints, stubborn weight gain, are often your body’s way of waving a little red flag and saying, “Hey, I need some help here!”
And, spoiler alert, one of the most effective ways to help your body in tough times is through a healthy eating plan.
Now let’s dig into why these symptoms happen and how the food you eat can play a key role in turning things around.
Listen to Your Body’s SOS Signals
When your body is in distress, it doesn’t send you a polite email, it sends symptoms.
These aren’t random; they’re signals, little red flags telling you to pay attention to your body.
Tummy Troubles: Bloating, cramping, and unpredictable digestion often point to an unhappy gut. Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s your second brain, controlling your mood, immunity, and even skin health.
Headaches: These can stem from dehydration, blood sugar cravings, or even food sensitivities. They’re your brain’s way of saying, “Something’s off here!”
Achy Joints: If your knees are creaking or your fingers feel stiff, inflammation might be the culprit. Inflammation is your body’s natural response to injury, but when it lingers (thanks to poor diet, stress, or inactivity), it can wreak havoc on your joints.
Weight Gain: Yes, calories do matter, but there is no need to count them. It’s the actual food you are eating that matters most. Chronic inflammation and hormonal imbalances from stress or poor nutrition can signal your body to store fat like it’s preparing for winter.
The common thread? These symptoms are often rooted in your lifestyle and what you eat every day.
Nutritional Food is Your Body’s Best Medicine
The good news is you don’t have to feel stuck in this way. By making some smart nutritional choices, you can support your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive.
Let’s take a quick look at your gut first.
For Your Gut:
The gut is home to trillions of bacteria that influence everything from digestion to mood. To keep it happy:
Probiotics: Found in foods like yogurt, kefir, and fermented veggies, these boost your gut’s “good” bacteria.
Prebiotics: Think garlic, onions, bananas, and oats, these feed the good bacteria so they can thrive. Yes, your good gut bacteria needs to be fed too.
Gut Bullies: Sugar, artificial sweeteners, alcohol and heavily processed foods can throw your gut flora out of balance and knock out the good gut bugs.
Want to know more about Gut Health? My 21-day Gut Harmony Challenge is a good place to start. It’s packed with :
Delicious gut-friendly recipes
Nutritious tips to restore gut balance
3 x weekly group catch ups in the Nutritional Balance Client Portal so that we can talk all about food, recipes and gut related chit chat to help you feel your best.
Click here: Gut Challenge Waitlist to get onto the “Waitlist” so that I can email you more information.
You Need to Start with Small Changes to get Big Impacts
What’s great about nutrition is that small, consistent changes can lead to major improvements over time. You don’t need a complete overhaul of your diet, start with one or two tweaks and build from there. For example:
Swap out processed snacks for a handful of nuts or fruit.
Add a serving of leafy greens to one, even two meals a day. Think sautéed spinach and avo on toast.
Start your morning with a glass of water before coffee.
It’s all about creating habits that support your body instead of fighting against it.
Listen to Your Body
Your body is an incredible machine. When something’s wrong, it lets you know. And when you give it what it needs, whether that’s better food, more hydration, or simply less junk, it responds in kind.
So, if you’ve been feeling “Yuk” lately, take a closer look at what’s on your plate.
Nutrition isn’t a quick fix, but it is a powerful tool to help you feel your best. And remember, you don’t have to do it alone, if you need guidance, reach out. Your body will thank you for it.
If you have any questions or need guidance, I’m always here to help. Let’s work together to make your gut (and your body) happy again!
P.S. Your gut is the foundation of your overall health—take action today and start feeling your best!
Interested in my nutritional services? You can always book in a “Free Discover Call” to chat about how I can help you or simply book in an “Appointment” so we can really start to improve your health.
Not ready to see me then opt in to one of my “programs” or shop for “Nutrition Books” “Meal Plans” or get a discount when you order online at “Goodness Me”. Improving your health is a lot easier than you think when you have my help!
Balancing lifestyle with nutrition for a happier, healthier life!
Amanda Pittas - Clinical Nutritionist
Adv. Diploma Nutritional Medicine
A member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society
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