Starting your day with intentional habits that support your gut and nervous system is key to bloat relief, managing IBS symptoms and a healthy bowel routine!

If you’re ready to support digestion by reducing cognitive overwhelm and setting your gut up for success (with routines you’ll actually stick to), this episode is for you!

⏱️ Chapters: 

• (0:00) — Welcome + why your morning matters for gut health
• (1:17) — How your first hour impacts IBS and bloating
• (2:44) — Starting with mindful wake-ups
• (4:17) — Screen-free mornings: the #1 habit to try
• (7:02) — Hydration before caffeine
• (8:52) — Sunlight for gut-brain connection and sleep
• (11:54) — Gentle morning movement for digestion
• (13:54) — Warm drinks to stimulate bowel movements
• (15:38) — Creating a gut-friendly bathroom space
• (18:17) — Building a blood-sugar-balancing breakfast
• (21:17) — How to fit it all in (realistic timeframes)
• (22:15) — The “ABC” approach to morning routines
• (24:56) — My personal essentials — rain or shine
• (25:56) — Key takeaway: protect your first hour

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