Listen To Your Gut

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Motivation, Inspiration and Hope for healing digestive diseases naturally. Your deep body wisdom knows what you need; techniques and resources to help you connect and listen to your gut. LOTS more tools, tutorials, and home remedies at ListenToYourGut.com

Publisher

Jini Patel Thompson

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Jun 2008

Latest episode

20 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

10 of 75 episodes have a transcript.

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   20 Jan 2026

   Why You Should NOT Mix Probiotics With Other Ingredients

   The Hidden Problems With Probiotic Blends In this podcast episode, a practitioner friend of mine asked about a probiotic formula containing soil organisms. She wanted to know if those spores were safe. Many well-meaning people in the alternative health space are recommending these products without realizing the risks. I discussed this with Natasha Trenev, the founder of Natren probiotics with a 750-year family lineage in culturing probiotics (supplied to Royal families across Europe) and her Probiotic Standards were read into Congressional Record in the USA. Natasha explains that soil organisms like Bacillus coagulans produce toxic substances to eliminate competition, which can harm human cells. Here’s the ingredient list of the product my friend was asking about: Now, for those of you who’ve read my books… WHAT are the problems with this ingredient list? Perhaps the first thing you recognize is that it contains a bacterial soil organism – which you know is not safe for human consumption, especially not for immune-compromised people. They have also mixed the safe, recognized probiotic species together with the soil organism and 8 powerful medicinal mushrooms. And the entire blend is at room temperature – all together in one capsule, or one powder sachet. Rather than spend pages writing about the problems with this – and most! – probiotic products, I hopped on a zoom with Natasha to explain clearly and quickly WHY these practices are not beneficial for humans. The short answer is no. Mixing probiotics with other substances almost always destroys their effectiveness. You can watch our video: Or listen to the podcast: What We Covered in This Episode Here are the main points Natasha and I discussed: Why mixing probiotics with mushroom extracts kills the beneficial bacteria. How different probiotic strains attack each other when placed in the same capsule. Why soil organisms like Bacillus coagulans outcompete traditional (food-cultured) probiotics. Why prebiotics such as inulin or FOS can feed the wrong bacteria. The importance of including the culturing medium with probiotic bacteria. How true formulation requires deep expertise, not random combinations. We already did a video on why bacterial soil organisms (like Bacillus coagulans, Sporogenes, Lichenoformis – found in the feathers of ground-dwelling birds, aquatic species and the soil) are NOT probiotics. But we also give some more information on WHY they are not safe for humans, and some possible consequences of the spores forming in the gut (latent infection, etc). Probiotics and Mushrooms Do Not Belong Together The formula we reviewed combined eight mushroom extracts with three probiotics: Bacillus coagulans (a soil organism) Bifidobacterium bifidum Lactobacillus acidophilus On the label, this looks impressive. In reality, the beneficial probiotic species cannot survive. Mushrooms often contain compounds that kill lactobacilli. And when bifidobacteria and acidophilus are mixed with an aggressive soil organism, they die off. Consumers are left swallowing mostly dead bacteria. Money wasted. Probiotics Compete With Each Other Even when only food-based probiotics are mixed, the problem remains. If acidophilus and bifidobacteria are allowed to touch, their primal directive takes over: survival and domination. They release substances to kill one another. One may dominate, but the rest die off. This means that by the time you swallow the capsule, you no longer have the balanced formula you thought you purchased. This is why Natasha created the Healthy Trinity capsule. Each species is placed in its own oil bubble, so each species cannot touch each other, or compete for dominance. Prebiotics: Feeding the Wrong Gut Residents Another common mistake is mixing probiotics with prebiotics like inulin or FOS. These are indigestible sugars. They feed bacteria in the gut, but not selectively. If your microbiome is unbalanced, prebiotics c

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   24 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT

   How to Heal IBS and SIBO Naturally with Natren’s Probiotics

   Probiotic Protocols to Heal IBS and SIBO Naturally Introduction As many of my readers know, I have stayed drug free and surgery free from widespread Crohn’s disease for over 25 years. In this series, I interview my long‑time colleague, Natasha Trenev. She is the founder and owner of Natren Probiotics. Many people call her the mother of probiotics. She had probiotic standards read into the U.S. Congressional Record. If our industry followed those standards, probiotic supplements would be far better today. I asked Natasha to join me for a series of deep‑dive calls. I want to bring her knowledge into the mainstream. She has worked in this field for 60 years. She is 77 and still working because she sees so many chronically ill adults and children. We both care deeply. We also use critical thinking. We test ideas. We keep what works. We discard what does not. This blog is based on my in-depth interview with Natasha Trenev, the Mother of Probiotics. You can watch the complete episode in this video: Or you can listen to the podcast: In this post, I share what we discussed about irritable bowel syndrome and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. I also share the exact protocol I use, with probiotic species and herbal antimicrobials. IBS and SIBO: What They Are and Why They Matter What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable bowel syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder. Doctors use this term when the digestive tract looks normal on tests. Yet symptoms persist. IBS symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, or a mix. These symptoms affect quality of life. Work, school, travel, and relationships suffer. IBS does not always get labeled as inflammatory. But inflammation often plays a role. The gut microbiota becomes imbalanced. Gut motility slows or speeds up. The immune system overreacts or underreacts. Food breaks down into particle sizes that feed bad bacteria. The result is discomfort and distress. What is Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth means too many bacteria live in the small intestine. Bacteria should be dense in the large intestine. The small intestine should hold fewer microbes. In SIBO, fermentation happens too early. This triggers gas, distention, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation. Nutrient absorption suffers. Fatty acids may not get absorbed well. Fat‑soluble vitamins can drop. Many people labeled with IBS also have SIBO. Breath tests try to detect it. These tests can help. They can also miss cases. Clinical trials use them with a placebo group to measure change, but real life is messier. Root causes and risk factors Root causes differ by person. Common risk factors include low stomach acid, chronic stress, past antibiotic therapy, use of proton pump inhibitors, slowed gut motility, food poisoning, and abdominal surgery. Leaky gut, also called increased intestinal permeability, can add to the load. The gut microbiome shifts. The immune response becomes confused. I aim my protocol at these causes. Why I Trust Natasha Trenev’s Perspective Natasha’s standards focus on strain specificity, potency through expiry, and proper delivery. She warns against vague labels like “probiotic blend.” She rejects soil‑based probiotics for most people with IBS or SIBO. She focuses on traditional probiotics with documented safety and clear strain IDs. She has watched the industry change. She has also seen misinformation explode. She and I agree. A colon cleanse is not what most IBS patients need. A careful, staged plan is needed instead. Natasha also reminds us that the intestinal lining is only one cell thick. Those cells turn over every three to five days. Attached bacteria shed with those cells. So regular intake of live microorganisms is needed. This is why daily probiotic supplementation matters. How IBS Feels Day to Day IBS with diarrhea can rule a person’s life. Natasha shared how many people plan routes by bathrooms. The urge hits fast. Acciden

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   9 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Imix Natural Supplements for Crohn’s, Colitis, IBD & Gut Healing

   How Imix Supplements Support Gut Healing and Immune Health My Journey with Digestive Disease When I was first diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, I was swamped with fear and confusion. Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative colitis are both forms of inflammatory bowel disease. They involve an attack the digestive tract, and cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, and bleeding. My doctors suggested surgery and steroids. But I refused. I wanted a different path. I wanted to support my body’s ability to heal without harsh interventions. A massive colonic hemorrhage pushed me to create my first formula. I had ten mercury fillings removed at once. Without any detox support, my body was poisoned and went into crisis. My weight dropped to 99 pounds. My albumin levels collapsed. I could not walk. The medical system had no answers. My choice was surgery, steroids, or finding another way. I chose to heal. You can watch the video to hear more about how I healed from Crohn’s disease, and what led me to formulate these powerful healing tools: Or you can listen to the podcast: About This Episode Everything you ever wanted to know about how and why I formulated each of my powerful healing formulas for Imix Nutrition Inc. Learn how all of these products arose from my own healing journey – things I needed, which did not exist at the time. This video/podcast was a training session I held for doctors and health practitioners. They wanted to learn how they can best use products like Absorb Plus, QuikPlus Minerals, MultiAbsorb, and MucosaCalm to help their patients heal. What we cover: Introduction and Jini’s healing journey Why the digestive tract and immune system need gentle care The elemental diet and the creation of Absorb Plus Different versions of Absorb Plus explained Success stories with elemental diet and Crohn’s patients MultiAbsorb~Daily Essentials for complete nutrients QuikPlus Minerals: magnesium, iron, silica, trace minerals, bone support Colon support formulas for constipation and diarrhea Healing the mucosal lining with herbs and nutrients The role of diet in long-term remission Working with healthcare providers and blood tests From survival to thriving: living medication-free Final thoughts and encouragement to Listen to Your Gut Why the Digestive Tract Needs Gentle Care The digestive tract is not only where food is broken down. It is a key part of the immune system. Chronic inflammation in the small intestine and large intestine can weaken the entire body. Nutrient deficiencies often follow. Red blood cells may become low due to iron deficiency or folate deficiency. Vitamin D deficiency is common. Fatty acids and other essential vitamins become depleted. Blood tests can show these imbalances, but often they are not addressed. Traditional treatments focus on suppressing symptoms. But side effects can be severe. Long-term drug usage creates new health risks. That is why alternative medicine and dietary supplements can play such an important role. Supporting the immune response and the body’s natural healing mechanisms can be safer for many Crohn’s patients. The Elemental Diet and Absorb Plus When I was at my weakest, I created Absorb Plus. This elemental shake became my lifeline. For six weeks, I drank nine shakes a day. I gained weight, restored my strength, and healed my gut lining. Within 7 weeks, I rode my bike to the gym, where I worked out. All Crohn’s symptoms went into remission. Absorb Plus works like a liquid diet. It contains pre-digested nutrients that the digestive system can absorb without stress. It is like breast milk for adults. There are several versions: Whey isolate formula – Casein-free and lactose-free. Gentle for those with dairy product sensitivity. Simply version – Uses natural fructose instead of refined sugars. Vegan version – Made with sprouted organic rice protein isolate. Amino version – Based only on free-form amino acids. Most hypoallergenic version, but not suitable for weight gain. Absorb Plus has helped ma

Inside a recent episode

How to Heal IBS and SIBO Naturally with Natren’s Probiotics

Published 24 Dec 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And then reintroduce it slowly. I would tell people who have IBS stop eating all raw foods. Stop eating any food that's highly processed. Don't drink any sodas. Do not drink anything with a sugar. Just drink plain water. And if you want to squeeze a little bit of lemon in that, that's it. Don't drink anything except filtered plain water. And so what also happens is, and I've talked about this now for 20 years before it became accepted, that there's going to also be a disturbance between the gut brain access. So what happens if these microbes that are needed to produce the feel good hormones like serotonin and dopamine, they don't produce it because we want them to produce it. […]

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