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Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: What Is the Gut–Brain Connection? (Vagus Nerve Explained) How Stress Disrupts Digestion, Hormones & the Microbiome Hypnotherapy for IBS: What It Actually Is (And What It Isn’t) Gut-Directed Hypnosis vs CBT and Traditional Talk Therapy Inside a Hypnotherapy Session for IBS and Gut Pain Real Case Studies: When Hypnotherapy Transforms Gut Symptoms Learned Food Sensitivities: When the Brain Creates GI Symptoms How to Tell a True Food Intolerance from a Conditioned Response Can You ‘Unlearn’ IBS Triggers? (Travel, Weekends & Habit Loops)…

Bite Back with Abbey Sharp

by The Roost Podcast Network · English · Tech & Science

Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), award-winning author, founder of Abbey’s Kitchen, creator of Hunger Crushing Combo™, Co-Founder of Neue Theory™, and mother of two. Blending science with sass, Abbey has established herself as a credible voice in the nutrition, health, and wellness space.

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    Planned, Pure & Perfect? The Modern Pressure to OPTIMIZE Natural Birth (and What Happens When Plans Change) with Jen Hamilton

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  6. 6 Oct 2026 · 21 min

    Is Food Noise Just Hunger We’ve Been Conditioned Not to Trust? A RDs Honest - Yet Controversial Take

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  7. 29 Sep 2026 · 35 min

    Can GLP-1s Treat Eating Disorders? One Woman’s Controversial Story Is Challenging Everything

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  8. 22 Sep 2026 · 34 min

    The SURPRISING Truth About Butter, Saturated Fat & Health (The Research SHOCKED Me!) | Fat Wars Part 2

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  9. 15 Sep 2026 · 27 min

    Seed Oils, Inflammation & a Wellness Culture Lie | Fat Wars Part 1

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