#73: Why Meals Trigger Your Symptoms - And 3 Things to Do About It (Summer Podcast Series Episode 6)

Most people assume their post-meal symptoms are about the food. But more often, it's about how your stomach is functioning when you sit down to eat. If mealtime has started to feel like something you have to brace for, this episode is for you. Today I'm breaking down the real reasons meals trigger reflux and heartburn, and three realistic strategies you can start using right away to feel better after eating without cutting out more foods or adding more supplements. **What You'll Learn in This Episode:** - Why low stomach acid, a stressed nervous system, and rushed eating are the three biggest drivers of post-meal flares - How the state your body is in before your first bite affects everything that happens after - Why you can eat the same meal twice and have completely different experiences - Three simple, realistic strategies to calm post-meal symptoms that fit into even the busiest days - A real client story: how Michael, an elite cyclist, went from barely tolerating food to competing again and enjoying his wife's cooking **Links & Resources Mentioned:** - Apply to work with me 1:1: theguthealingninja.com/apply **Follow and Connect with Me:** 📺 Watch the podcast on YouTube: @theguthealingninja 📸 Follow me on Instagram: @theguthealingninja 🌐 Visit my website and blog: theguthealingninja.com