If you’ve been dealing with breakouts, bloating, or brain fog, and nothing seems to actually work, it might be time to show your gut a little love.

Gut health can feel confusing (and a little overwhelming), but I promise—it doesn’t have to be. In fact, when you stop trying to “cleanse” or “restrict” your way to health and start nourishing your body instead, everything shifts. Your skin clears, your digestion improves, your energy climbs, and your body starts to feel like your own again.

Let’s talk about 3 essential steps to heal your gut (without giving up everything you love).

What Is the Gut?

The “gut” is your digestive tract—aka the whole system that processes food, absorbs nutrients, and eliminates waste. But it’s more than just your stomach.

It includes:

• The gut-brain axis (yes, your gut talks to your brain)
• Your gut microbiome (the good + bad bacteria living in your intestines)
• Your gut lining (which should keep undigested food out of your bloodstream)

When we talk about a “leaky gut,” we’re talking about a damaged gut lining that becomes too permeable, allowing undigested food particles, toxins, and bacteria to leak into your bloodstream. This can trigger inflammation, food sensitivities, and immune chaos—hello, acne, brain fog, and bloating.

Why Gut Health Matters for Your Skin (And Everything Else)

If your gut is struggling, your skin probably is too.

That’s because your gut impacts:

• Skin clarity (acne, eczema, rashes, etc.)
• Hormone balance
• Sleep and energy levels
• Mental health and mood
• Nutrient absorption and detox pathways

Clear skin starts in the gut. And the worst part? Most gut issues don’t show up right away. They build over years—thanks to:

• Processed food + sugar
• Birth control or antibiotics
• Chronic stress
• Over-cleansing (yes, even with “healthy” juice cleanses)
• Low-mineral diets
• Toxic household and beauty products

So if you feel like your symptoms came out of nowhere… they didn’t. But you can start healing—without the overwhelm.

If you truly want to get rid of the root cause of your gut and acne problems, check out my online course, Root Cause Radiance, to better understand how to support your body naturally and nutritionally to help you heal your gut and clear your skin.

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What Gut Healing Actually Looks Like

Let’s make it simple. Here’s what you want to reduce and increase on your journey:

Reduce:

• Seed oils and refined sugar
• Highly processed foods
• Raw cruciferous veggies and unsoaked beans/seeds
• Over-supplementing without guidance
• Excess plain water (opt for mineral-rich drinks instead!)

Increase:

• Healing foods: egg yolks, seafood, raw dairy, liver, ghee, citrus, berries, meat stock
• Herbal teas: slippery elm bark, licorice root, marshmallow root
• Mineral mocktails and gut-soothing beverages (click here to get the recipe ideas!)

Why the Conventional Approach Isn’t Cutting It

If you’ve ever gone to a doctor for gut issues or skin flare-ups, you probably know the drill: a few tests, a quick diagnosis, and a “good luck” as you’re sent on your way.

Here’s how it usually goes:

• You get bloodwork, maybe a stool test, sometimes even a colonoscopy or food allergy panel.
• You’re handed a diagnosis (which can feel like a relief—finally, a name for what you’re dealing with).
• Then comes the advice: drink more water, eat more fiber, take some supplements, maybe cut out FODMAPs.
• And then… that’s it. No ongoing support, no personalized plan, and no one to check in with when things get confusing.

So you follow the advice, do all the things, and yet—

• Your skin’s still flaring.
• Your gut’s still a mess.
• And you’re still stuck, wondering what’s actually going on.

The truth? This cookie-cutter approach doesn’t get to the root. It manages symptoms without asking why they’re happening in the first place. And that’s where real healing gets lost.

3 Steps to Heal Your Gut (Without Obsessing or Restricting)

Step 1: Lighten the Digestive Load (Without Going on a Cleanse)

This one might surprise you—but even healthy-looking foods can be hard to digest when your gut is inflamed.

We’re talking:

• Raw cruciferous veggies (like kale and broccoli)
• Grains, beans, nuts, and seeds that aren’t properly prepared (soaked or sprouted)
• Processed foods + seed oils
• Artificial sweeteners and additives

It’s not that these foods are “bad”—they’re just rough on a compromised gut. Think of it like this: would you go for a 5-mile hike with a sprained ankle? No thanks.

Instead, focus on gentle, healing foods:

• Meat stock (rich in gelatin + amino acids that seal the gut lining)
• Egg yolks
• Citrus fruits and berries (loaded with vitamin C)
• Ghee, butter, coconut oil (easy to digest and anti-inflammatory)
• Seafood, liver, beef, and oysters (packed with bioavailable nutrients)
• Sea salt (supports mineral balance and digestion)
  

This isn’t about cutting everything out—it’s about adding in foods that truly nourish your gut. That’s the difference between healing and just managing symptoms.

Step 2: Sip Gut-Healing Beverages (Spoiler: It’s Not Just About Water)

If you’ve ever heard “drink more water for clear skin,” you’re not alone. But here’s the thing: plain water, on its own, doesn’t hydrate your cells if you’re mineral-depleted (which most of us are!).

Let’s upgrade your drinks.

What to sip on daily:

1. Mineral Mocktails

Packed with minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium, these drinks support hydration and digestion.

Grab the free Mineral Mocktail Guide here if you haven’t already!

2. Herbal Gut-Soothing Teas

Steep or blend herbs like:

• Slippery elm bark
• Licorice root
• Marshmallow root

These coat and calm the gut lining (especially helpful if you’re dealing with bloating or sensitivities).

Try mixing powdered herbs with hot water, lemon, and honey. Add collagen for extra gut magic!

3. Meat Stock (Again!)

It deserves a second mention. You can sip on 3–5 cups daily, use it in soups, or pour it into sauces. It’s gentle, warming, and one of the most healing things you can do for your gut.

Step 3: Add a Quality Gut Support Supplement (Without Overloading)

Look—can you heal with food alone? Technically, yes. But in real life? Between work, stress, travel, and eating out… it’s hard to be perfect every day.

That’s why I’m obsessed with Xcelerate G3 Powder.

It has:

• Probiotics (to rebuild your gut bacteria)
• Prebiotics (to feed that good bacteria)
• Colostrum (to repair your gut lining)
• Butyrate (to reduce inflammation and support detox)

It’s like five supplements in one. Instead of juggling multiple bottles, you’ve got everything in a single scoop. And yes—it actually tastes good.

You can also work fermented foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, and raw pickles into your meals. But if that’s not happening consistently, this supplement fills in the gaps beautifully.

Signs Your Gut Is Healing (for Real This Time)

If you’ve been nourishing your gut with mineral-rich drinks, meat stock, and nutrient-dense foods—go you! Healing takes time, but your body will start sending little signals that things are moving in the right direction. Here’s what to watch for:

• Clearer, Calmer Skin–Less redness, fewer breakouts, and that glowy “I-slept-well-and-drank-my-mineral-mocktail” vibe. When your gut heals, inflammation goes down, and your skin shows it.
• Better Digestion–You’re feeling lighter after meals. Less gas, bloating, or indigestion. Food isn’t sitting in your stomach like a rock anymore—and that’s a huge win.
• Regular, Easy Bowel Movements–Daily, formed, no straining, no rushing to the bathroom. It feels complete, and you don’t need half a roll of toilet paper to feel clean (yes, we’re going there)
• Reduced Food Sensitivities–You’re able to eat foods that once triggered symptoms without your body freaking out.
• More Energy & Mental Clarity–You’re not dragging through the day or living in a fog. When your gut absorbs nutrients properly, your energy and focus finally return.
• Fewer Cravings–Especially for sugar and junk food. That’s your blood sugar and gut bacteria rebalancing. You’re no longer being hijacked by hunger.
• Better Sleep–Falling asleep easier, staying asleep, and waking up without that heavy, groggy feeling. That’s your gut-brain axis doing its thing.
• More Stable Moods–Less anxiety, less irritability, more emotional regulation. Remember: 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut. It’s not “all in your head”—it’s in your gut.
• Stronger Immune Function–You’re getting sick less often or bouncing back faster. 70% of your immune system lives in your gut, so when it’s strong, you’re strong.

Final Thoughts

Healing your gut is about nourishing, not restricting. It’s about consistency, not perfection. And it’s about supporting your body, not punishing it.

Your gut didn’t get leaky overnight, and it won’t heal overnight either. But if you start with these 3 steps—cut the irritating stuff, nourish with the right foods, and add in supportive sips and supplements—you’ll be well on your way to better digestion, better skin, and better everything.

Want the Full Gut Healing Plan?

Inside Root Cause Radiance, we walk through every step of the gut-skin connection with recipes, guides, and real support—because you shouldn’t have to figure this out alone.

Ready to glow from the inside out? Join the program here, or download your free Mineral Mocktail Guide to get started today.

You’re not broken. You’re healing. And you’re doing amazing.

Rooting for you,

Ally