August Gut Check: How to Feel Better Before Fall Kicks In

August always feels like the calm before the routine kicks back in.

Whether you’ve already stocked backpacks or you’re still soaking up summer Fridays, there’s this feeling in the air—that shift from carefree to get it together.

School's around the corner, schedules are tightening, and suddenly your body is asking you to catch up, too.

I was chatting with a friend the other day who said, "I don’t even feel like I overdid it this summer, but I’m bloated, exhausted, and nothing fits right."

And honestly? She’s not alone.

But here’s the thing: although summer is fun, flexible, and full of memories… it can leave your gut feeling totally out of sync.

Between travel, late dinners, more alcohol, and fewer routines, your digestion might be feeling the ripple effects—even now.

If you’re back to your regular routine but still bloated after every meal, constantly fatigued, or noticing extra weight that won’t budge, your gut is waving a red flag.

But don’t panic. You don’t need a full elimination diet or another restrictive plan!

Here’s how to gently reset your gut, support your digestion, and feel better (without cutting everything you love):

1. Start Your Day With Protein

Coffee on an empty stomach spikes cortisol and crashes your blood sugar—setting off a rollercoaster of cravings, bloat, and fatigue. Instead, aim for 20-30g of protein in your first meal. Think: eggs, a smoothie with protein powder, or Greek yogurt with chia and berries.

2. Add, Don’t Just Cut

Instead of focusing on removing foods, focus on what you can add to reduce inflammation and support your gut lining: cooked veggies, bone broth, ginger, turmeric, and fermented foods are great places to start.

3. Walk After Dinner

A 10-minute walk after your evening meal can do wonders for digestion, blood sugar regulation, and stress relief. It’s one of the simplest ways to support your gut without any supplements.

4. Eat In a Calm State

If you’re scarfing down lunch at your desk or eating on-the-go, your nervous system is in fight-or-flight mode—which means digestion is slowed and bloating becomes more likely. Before meals, take 3 deep breaths, roll your shoulders back, and chew more than you think you need to.

5. Still struggling? Get tested.

If you’ve tried all the "gut healthy" things and you’re still bloated, constipated, or exhausted… it might be time to stop guessing. GI Map testing can uncover the root of your symptoms—like bacterial imbalances, low stomach acid, parasites, and more—so you can actually heal. This is my favorite tool in my practice to help clients!

Whether you’re soaking up the final stretch of summer or easing back into your fall routine, these small shifts make a big difference.

If you’re ready for a deeper dive, consider running a GI Map test to identify gut imbalances and get a personalized action plan. Lookin for guidance? Let’s work together! Book a FREE consultation here.

Because when you get to the root, feeling good doesn’t have to be a guessing game anymore. 💛