The Gut-Hormone Link: Tiny Habits, Big Changes | Julia Davies & Vivien Allred

Julia Davies is joined by nutritional therapist Vivien Allred to explore the fascinating connection between your gut and your hormones – and how the environment around you could be silently shaping your hormonal health. From the products in your bathroom to the stress in your daily routine, Vivien and Julia unpack the everyday factors that can throw your gut (and hormones) out of balance. You’ll also hear real-life stories from our listeners that bring this powerful connection to life – plus simple, sustainable changes you can start making today. In this episode: 00:00 Vivien’s Personal Health Journey 18:44 Healing From Trauma: You CAN Get Better 21:10 Why The Nervous System Matters 23:43 The Hidden Downsides of the Contraceptive Pill 25:51 How the Pill Impacts Your Gut Microbiome 29:45 Listener Call: Real-Life Gut-Hormone Story 34:46 Understanding the Cell Danger Response 36:48 Why Circadian Rhythms Are Key to Hormonal Health 39:13 A Functional Detox Protocol for Mould Exposure 41:16 The Link Between Histamine and Oestrogen 49:15 Mould’s Surprising Impact on the Gallbladder 51:08 The Visual Sensory Contrast Test 53:31 What Are MARCoNS? 55:05 The Gut-Hormone Connection Explained 01:00:45 How Environmental Disruptors Affect Your Hormones 01:06:12 Mindset Shifts That Support Hormonal Balance 01:14:58 Periods 101: Understanding the Phases of Your Cycle 01:20:31 Final Thoughts & Practical Tips You Can Start Today Follow Julia: ⁠⁠@juliadavies_nutrition⁠⁠  Follow Vivien: ⁠@vivanaturalhealth ------------------------------------------ Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠Youtube ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices