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May 25
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Overwhelmed by Gut Health & Nutrition? H...

ERIKA DE PELLEGRIN
About this episode

If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels, overwhelmed by gut health advice, or unsure which supplements are actually worth it — this episode is for you.


We sit down with Lisa Baker, a dermal therapist turned nutritionist and supplement product developer, to demystify what’s really worth paying attention to when it comes to nutrition. From breaking down misleading food label claims to understanding the connection between gut health and overall wellbeing, Lisa shares practical, no-stress tips to help you make more confident and informed choices.


✨ You’ll learn:


– How to actually read food labels without getting lost

– What ingredients to watch out for (even in “clean” products)

– When supplements can support your diet — and when they’re unnecessary– Why gut health matters more than you think

– How to build a realistic, balanced approach to eating


This is your no-BS guide to gut health and nutrition — grounded, practical, and empowering.


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TIME STAMPS

(01:33) Introduction

(02:43) Lisa’s journey from outside to inside health

(05:44) 5 steps to creating a high quality product

(10:48) Can we trust healthy clean labels?

(14:33) What to look out for on labels

(19:25) What foods/ingredients do you 100% avoid?

(23:53) Supplements or Food?

(26:05) Gut Health research update

(29:25) Gut health helps mum’s breast milk for baby

(32:34) FAD Diets - which one is worth exploring?

(37:28) How does your work help you as a mum feeding your kids?

(42:42) Is there a common nutrition rule you don’t agree with?

(44:54) Ozempic - a concerning trend in Nutrition right now?


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THE STUDIO 🎥

We filmed this incredible conversation in the beautiful Pivotal Conversations Studio on the Gold Coast, Australia. Check them out if you're looking for high quality production, we couldn't recommend them enough!



WHO AM I?

My name is Erika and I am an Australian living in Dubai. I have my own business as a strategic legal consultant and run this podcast to explore my passion + curiosity for all things health, wellness, self growth & mindset. A big focus of mine is how to sustainably navigate a busy schedule and live my best life in the process 📸 Connect with me on IG!


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