COVID-19

327: Optimizing Gut Health to Keep the Immune System Strong During COVID-19 With Tina Anderson

We’re bringing you a bit of a “special edition” episode today by taking some time to really talk about all that is going on in the world with COVID-19. There are practical and evidence-based strategies and supplements that I’m using to focus on gut and immune health right now and to keep my family, hopefully, safe and well.When I thought about who I should have this conversation with, my friend Tina Anderson came immediately to mind. Tina is an expert in all things gut health, especially since she founded a company that makes my favorite priobiotic and IGG supplements (more on that in a minute).Along with diving into the science on gut health and its importance for a strong immune system, as moms we brainstorm some stress-reducing strategies and lifestyle hacks that are inexpensive or completely free, and can help us all stay happy and motivated to make the best of our circumstances.Episode Highlights on COVID-19 What we are doing right now for ourselves and our families during coronavirus The connection between gut health and strong natural immunity to germs and viruses Diet and supplement hacks that can boost immune systems What IGG is and why it has a role in fighting COVID How emotions and stress play into our overall wellness Ideas for your daily routine to stay sane, connected, and even happy during isolated or difficult times Tips for families navigating difficult conversations with kids An antidote for stress for adults and kids that is completely free and available even during quarantine Why to consider intermittent fasting right now How we’re finding the silver lining in all this And more!Resources We Mention Just Thrive probiotic, vitamin K, Gluten Away, and IgG supplements Vitamin D Vitamin C Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl Books by Ryan Holiday Barrel sauna Infrared sauna Dr. Peter AttiaMore From Wellness Mama 244: Debunking Probiotic Myths With Just Thrive Founder Tina Anderson 322: Coronavirus & COVID-19: A Common-Sense Approach With Pediatrician Dr. Elisa Song 262: Dr. Andrew Weil on Integrative Medicine, Reducing Inflammation & Most Important Factors for Health 289: Stoic Wisdom for Modern Life and Parenting With Ryan Holiday 219: Why Everything We Know About Probiotics Is Wrong & How to Stop Leaky Gut With Microbiologist Kiran Krishnan 318: Fecal Microbiota Transfer (FMT) for Gut Health and Autism 11 Convincing Health Benefits of Sweating 8 Sauna Benefits for Body and Mind Tips to Naturally Reduce Stress & Starting Now!How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected you? What are you doing to stay healthy and occupied? Please drop a comment below or leave a review on iTunes to let us know. We value knowing what you think and this helps other moms find the podcast as well.[toggle title=”Read Transcript”]Child: Welcome to my Mommy’s podcast.This podcast is sponsored by Jigsaw Health, my source for magnesium. You probably know, if you’ve read my blog, that magnesium is responsible for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It impacts blood pressure, metabolism, immune function, and many other aspects of health, including hormones. It’s known as the master mineral and it’s one of the few supplements I take regularly. And I have found a specific way to take it that works best for me in very specific forms because if magnesium is taken in the wrong way it can lead to digestive upset or if it’s taken too quickly it can cause all kinds of problems. So, I take two supplements. One called MagSRT which is a slow release form of the dimagnesium malate. The slow release technology makes it easier on the digestive system. So I don’t get any of the digestive disturbance that comes with some forms of magnesium. I take this form in the morning and at lunch. So, two capsules with breakfast, two capsules with lunch. And at night, I take a different product MagSoothe, which is magnesium glycinate which is magnesium bound with the amino acid glycine to help sleep. And in