Early Byrd Wellness

Early Byrd Wellness Alison is Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition® and believes proper GI function is the key to a sharp mind.

She is a specialist in analyzing the root cause of GI dysfunction and inflammation and their effects on brain health.

Did you know your gut is one of the major secret players in how well your brain ages?Through the gut brain axis, your gu...
10/13/2025

Did you know your gut is one of the major secret players in how well your brain ages?

Through the gut brain axis, your gut microbiome influences your mental clarity, mood, resilience, and even how well your brain can form new cells (yes, really).

Here’s what the science shows:
• Diverse gut bacteria → more short chain fatty acids like butyrate → improved BDNF & neurogenesis in the hippocampus. MDPI+1
• Diets rich in prebiotic fiber & live cultures (probiotics) support beneficial bacteria and help reduce inflammation that can suppress BDNF. PMC+1
• What hurts: sugar, ultra processed foods, chronic gut imbalances or antibiotic overuse.

Simple wins:
• Add one prebiotic rich food daily (onions, garlic, chicory, oats)
• Try fermented foods (yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi)
• Move & de stress — it all supports gut diversity and brain performance.

Let’s feed your gut so your brain can thrive.

When Natalie came to Early Byrd Wellness, she was stuck in survival mode.Postpartum anxiety. Racing heart. Chronic hives...
10/10/2025

When Natalie came to Early Byrd Wellness, she was stuck in survival mode.

Postpartum anxiety. Racing heart. Chronic hives. Doctors offered meds to silence the symptoms—but no one asked:
“Why is your body so inflamed in the first place?”

Here’s what we discovered
Her gut lining was compromised—something called leaky gut—and it was quietly driving a histamine overload.

You’ve probably heard of histamine in the context of allergies, right?
But did you know that:

➡️ Histamine is also made in your gut
➡️ Leaky gut can trigger a histamine storm
➡️ DAO enzyme (your body’s histamine bouncer) gets depleted when your gut is inflamed

That means symptoms like…

• Migraines or dizziness
• Bloating or diarrhea
• Hives, rashes, or itching
• Anxiety or panic
• Flushing, congestion, or rapid heart rate

…might actually be gut symptoms in disguise.

If your health feels like a mystery no one’s been able to solve, you are not alone.

Natalie didn’t just reduce her symptoms—she got her life back. More energy. More joy. More presence with her kids. That’s the power of real healing.

Let’s find the root cause of your symptoms.

Book your free Health Strategy Session today—link in bio or DM to chat.
Slow and steady wins the race. 💛

If you’ve been told your digestive issues are caused by too much acid, you’re not alone—and you’re likely not getting th...
10/09/2025

If you’ve been told your digestive issues are caused by too much acid, you’re not alone—and you’re likely not getting the full picture.

In reality, most gut issues come from the opposite problem:
Low bile and weak stomach acid.

These two digestive fluids are critical for breaking down fats and proteins. When they’re running low, undigested food ferments and feeds harmful bacteria. That mess makes its way to your colon—leading to gas, bloating, reflux, and even IBS symptoms.

Here are a few surprising signs your bile may be too low:
• Greasy or floating stools
• Feeling overly full after small meals
• Bloating after eating healthy foods
• Nausea after fatty meals
• Constipation that doesn’t respond to fiber

Doctors often miss this.

So do most “gut health” protocols that only focus on cutting out foods.
But restoring digestive strength isn’t about restriction.

It’s about giving your body the tools it needs to do its job.

When bile is flowing and acid is strong, digestion becomes smooth, predictable, and pain-free.

That’s where real healing starts.

Imagine waking up every day wondering:Will it be gas? Bloating? Pain?Will I have to map out where the closest bathroom i...
10/02/2025

Imagine waking up every day wondering:
Will it be gas? Bloating? Pain?
Will I have to map out where the closest bathroom is?

It’s exhausting—not just physically, but emotionally.
And what makes it worse? When people tell you “it’s normal.” Or “just eat cleaner.”

Here’s what most folks don’t realize:
Your gut is doing so much more than digesting food.

It’s processing toxins.
It’s regulating your immune system.
It’s influencing your mood, weight, and even your hormones.

So when your digestion is off?
It’s not just a stomach issue—it’s a system screaming for help.

One client told me,

“I’ve been trying probiotics, cutting out foods, even doing cleanses—and I still feel awful.”

What helped her shift?
We stopped guessing and started listening.

Her gut wasn’t broken. It was overloaded, understaffed, and trying to keep up without the tools.

If this is you—it’s not in your head.
And it’s not too late to turn things around.

09/29/2025

What if bloating wasn’t just annoying… but actually meaningful?

Your gut is designed to be your first line of defense. When delayed food allergies (IgG reactions) come into play, your gut lining can get inflamed and more permeable — what many call “leaky gut.”

That opens the door to a vicious cycle:
• Food particles slip into the bloodstream
• The immune system overreacts
• More symptoms show up

So that “random” bloating? It’s not random at all. It’s your immune system sending a message.

Even the timing of your symptoms can be a clue:
• Bloating right after eating → digestion stress
• Pressure or cramping hours later → delayed immune response
• Stomach issues on an empty stomach → gut lining irritation

Your gut is talking. The real question is — are we listening?

✨ Takeaway: Symptoms aren’t annoyances to push away. They’re signals. The more you understand them, the more power you have to calm the fire beneath the surface.

By now, you’ve probably seen the headlines:The FDA recalled hundreds of containers of shrimp from Walmart and Kroger bec...
09/25/2025

By now, you’ve probably seen the headlines:

The FDA recalled hundreds of containers of shrimp from Walmart and Kroger because they were contaminated with radioactive cesium-137.

Nearly 12 million pounds of this shrimp had already been shipped into the U.S. before the recall.

Pause and let that sink in: radioactive food — in family kitchens.

And it’s not an isolated incident. In just the past 12 months, we’ve seen recalls and health warnings for:

• 133,500 cases of apple juice tainted with arsenic.

• Cinnamon + other spices with unsafe levels of lead.

• Millions of pounds of deli meat recalled for listeria.

• Oat products (like Cheerios + Quaker granola bars) testing positive for the pesticide chlormequat.

• Chocolate bars and cocoa powders flagged for heavy metals like lead + cadmium.

That’s just a small snapshot.

Here’s the point: toxins are everywhere in our modern food supply. But before you lose your kitty mind (my phrase, not the FDA’s 😉), let’s reframe:

You are not powerless. Your gut and liver are designed to detox daily — if you give them the right support.

✨ Load your plate with cruciferous veggies (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower).

✨ Drink filtered water.

✨ Support your gut microbiome with fiber and fermented foods.

✨ Choose organic when it really counts (the Dirty Dozen list is a good place to start).

No, you can’t dodge every toxin — but you can build resilience from the inside out.

That’s what true wellness is about.

You got this.

Julia has completely inspired me!Several months ago, Julia came to me feeling bloated, tired, unmotivated, and 10 years ...
09/24/2025

Julia has completely inspired me!

Several months ago, Julia came to me feeling bloated, tired, unmotivated, and 10 years older than she really was. She’d tried changing her lifestyle, but no matter what she did, her body wasn’t shifting.

It was especially challenging because even healthy foods triggered her—she told me, “A simple grape could leave me with uncomfortable gas.” And the weight she gained after her second child just wouldn’t budge.

It affected every part of her life. Julia was starting a brand-new chapter at the beach with her family, surrounded by yoga and sunshine… but instead of feeling vibrant, she felt stuck, sluggish, and frustrated.

But she didn’t give up. She committed to the process.

After just 4 months of working together, Julia experienced a major shift:

✨ Her bloating and gas were gone.

✨ Her energy skyrocketed.

✨ She shed the pounds she had struggled with for years.

✨ And in her words: “I feel like the youngest, most energetic person in the world… honestly, like I’m in my twenties again.”

This is the real deal → when you go after the root cause instead of chasing band-aids, your whole life can change.

Helping people shift from feeling “10 years older” to feeling decades younger lights me up more than anything. That’s why I do this work.

👉 If you’ve been struggling with bloating, fatigue, or stubborn weight, I’d love to support you too. I have a few openings this week for no-fee Health Strategy Sessions.

You can book yours right here: EarlyByrdWellness.com

Leaky gut isn’t just about digestion.It’s now being linked to obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.Let that sink i...
09/23/2025

Leaky gut isn’t just about digestion.

It’s now being linked to obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.

Let that sink in.

For years we’ve been told these conditions are about:

• Calories in vs. calories out

• A lack of willpower

• Or just “bad genes”

But here’s the truth → when your gut barrier breaks down, toxins and bacteria slip into your bloodstream. And once they’re inside, they throw your whole system into chaos.

⚠️ A weak gut lining doesn’t just make you bloated — it can rewire your metabolism.

⚠️ The wrong foods don’t just cause weight gain — they dismantle your body’s security system.

And nobody’s talking about this.

Here’s the good news → if diet can break the barrier, the right diet can rebuild it. But it starts with awareness.

Source: Zhang et al., Frontiers in Nutrition (2023).

Does it frustrate you that “leaky gut” still isn’t part of mainstream conversations about diabetes and obesity? Drop your thoughts 👇

You know that feeling when your body always seems a little “off”? Tired. Tense. Sensitive. Maybe even foggy.Most people ...
09/17/2025

You know that feeling when your body always seems a little “off”? Tired. Tense. Sensitive. Maybe even foggy.

Most people chalk it up to stress. Or aging. Or “just how life feels now.”

But sometimes, it’s not stress at all — it’s your immune system working overtime in the background.

That’s the sneaky thing about delayed food allergies (IgG reactions). They don’t show up like dramatic, ER-level allergies. They simmer quietly. They prime your immune system for chronic inflammation. And that ripple effect makes your whole body more reactive — to food, your environment, even your emotions.

Here’s the part that breaks my heart → it becomes your “new normal.”

You forget what it feels like to have:
• Mental clarity
• Steady energy
• A calm, happy gut

But your body hasn’t forgotten. It’s just waiting for the right support to calm that immune fire so healing can begin.

✨ Remember → tired, tense, and foggy is common. But it is not normal. You deserve more than “getting by.”

Here’s the truth: scientists used to believe your brain stopped making new cells after childhood. Translation? Memory lo...
09/15/2025

Here’s the truth: scientists used to believe your brain stopped making new cells after childhood. Translation? Memory loss and cognitive decline were “just part of aging.”

Turns out… they were wrong.

Your brain has the ability to grow NEW cells at any age through a process called neuroplasticity. The fuel behind this? A compound called BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) — basically Miracle-Gro for your brain.

Here’s the shocking part:

Modern habits are choking off your BDNF. Processed foods, chronic stress, and sitting for hours a day literally shrink your brain and slow communication between neurons. That’s why so many people struggle with:

• Brain fog

• Poor memory

• Low mood or anxiety

But there’s hope: you can turn your brain back on naturally.

Here’s how to feed both your gut AND brain so they work together:

1. Move daily — exercise boosts BDNF by up to 200%.

2. Eat brain-friendly fats — omega-3s from wild salmon, sardines, or chia seeds repair and protect neurons.

3. Nourish your gut — 90% of your serotonin (your “feel good” neurotransmitter) is made in your gut. Fiber-rich foods and probiotics keep that gut-brain highway clear.

4. Stress less, sleep more — deep rest triggers brain repair like nothing else.
Reframe: You’re not doomed to “lose your mind” as you age. With the right daily habits, you can rewire, regrow, and reclaim clarity at any age.

You got this. 💚

No gimmicks. No extremes. Just a reset that works — backed by community and daily support.✨ Early Bird discounts end tom...
09/15/2025

No gimmicks. No extremes. Just a reset that works — backed by community and daily support.

✨ Early Bird discounts end tomorrow.

✨ 10% off solo, 20% off with a friend.

Comment “Simple” or DM me today and I’ll send you everything you need. Let’s do this together.

The Hardest Part (and How They Overcame It)...Here’s the truth: the hardest part isn’t the food. It’s letting go of suga...
09/13/2025

The Hardest Part (and How They Overcame It)...

Here’s the truth: the hardest part isn’t the food. It’s letting go of sugar + not drinking caffeine all day long in that first week.

But when you stick with it?

✨ Cravings disappear

✨ Focus sharpens

✨ Energy flows naturally

Don’t be normal, be optimal.

✨ Save 10% solo or 20% with a friend until Sept 16.

Drop “Simple” if you’re ready.

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