S5:E37 - Raquel Norris: Oral Health and the Gut Connection

My guest today is Raquel "Rocky" Norris. Rocky is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner dedicated to helping her patients reclaim their well-being and vitality through transformative nutrition and lifestyle adjustments.Rocky is deeply passionate about the intricate relationship between oral health and gut health, recognizing their individual significance in enhancing our overall quality of life. It's fascinating how the condition of your gut can impact your oral health, and conversely, how your oral health can influence your gut. Her primary objective is to guide patients toward achieving balance within their bodies, fostering holistic wellness from the oral cavity to the digestive system.With over 15 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist, Rocky has witnessed firsthand the profound impact of gut and oral health on our overall well-being. While there is growing awareness about the importance of gut health and its influence on our vitality, not many people are aware of the crucial connection between oral health and the gut, or how indicators of health issues throughout the body can manifest in oral health.You can find out more about Rocky at toothgut.com.Show Notes:Website: toothgut.comNatural binder optionsNutritional Therapy Association: What is Nutritional Therapy?Healthy Eating Guide for Children