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Since 2009, we've been working to create professional products that produce healing results. Built by health nerds like you, for you.

Steven Wright is a medical engineer who's spent over $400,000 on his own gut health issues and peak performance. At Healthy Gut we channel Steven's care for helping others along the healing journey and building professional grade innovate products to speed this journey up.

12/17/2025

🤯 The Real Reason Red Wine Gives You a Headache & Sneezing Fits (It’s NOT the Sulfites or Tannins!)
I used to be a red wine lover, but one glass would trigger instant headaches, a stuffy nose, and that weird flushed feeling. The next day was a total write-off. Sound familiar?

For years, I blamed the usual suspects: sulfites, tannins, or “cheap wine.” But after a ton of research and trial-and-error, I discovered the deeper, more common culprit: Histamines. 😮

Here is the wine-histamine double-whammy you need to know about:

1. HIGH HISTAMINE LOAD: Red wine is a fermented product, and all ferments contain bacterial byproducts, including histamines. Red wine is significantly higher in histamines than white or rosé. You’re pouring an extra dose of histamines right into your system.🍷

1. DAO Enzyme Shutdown: The alcohol in the wine simultaneously reduces your natural DAO enzyme activity. DAO is the crucial enzyme whose job is to break down and clear histamine from your body.😦

Essentially, red wine is double-trouble: You’re adding more histamine AND slowing down your body’s ability to clear it. If your body is already sensitive (histamine intolerant) or your natural DAO levels are low (which naturally declines as we age!), even one glass can cause a cascade of reactions:

😓Headaches/pressure
😷Flushing/Red face
🤧Congestion/Runny nose
❤️Rapid heartbeat or anxiety
😶‍🌫️Brain fog the next day

🍷 THE RED WINE RESCUE HACK:
If cutting out wine forever isn’t an option, there’s a simpler way to enjoy your glass without the side effects. We discovered a powerful DAO enzyme supplement called HistaHarmony.

✅The trick is simple: Take 1-2 capsules a few minutes before you have your glass of wine. The DAO gets to work immediately, breaking down and eliminating the excess histamines before they can upset your system. Shay and I used this hack all through our trip in Italy—drinking red wine, eating cheese, and enjoying coffee—and were completely symptom-free.

If histamine overload is your issue, don’t let a glass of wine ruin your evening (or your next day!).

12/10/2025

Stop doomscrolling: You CAN survive (and enjoy) the holidays. 😅
The holiday season is a beautiful mess of twinkling lights, family, and... high-level stress. If you’ve ever felt like you need an escape route or a remote control to pause an awkward conversation, you’re not alone!

5 Secrets to Navigate Holiday Stress Like a Pro:
1️⃣Conversation Guardrails🧠: A little planning prevents major blow-ups. Before an event, set an intentional boundary: “Hey, let’s keep tonight focused on things that unite us, let’s skip [triggering topic].” If you get cornered, deploy the Diversion technique! Ask an unrelated question about an item of clothing or a memory

2️⃣Plan Little Escapes: Never underestimate the power of alone time. A University of Michigan study showed that just 20 minutes outdoors can slash cortisol levels by 20%. Schedule a daily walk, or even just a quiet moment on the porch. Your nervous system will thank you.

3️⃣The Huberman Breath: When you feel the tension rising, don’t just count to ten. Use this technique: Take a double inhale through your nose (really pull in that extra air on the second sniff!), followed by a long exhale through your mouth. Do it 2-3 times.

4️⃣The “Mistletoe” Safe Word 🤫: Inspired by the movie Four Christmases, Steven and I always have a safe word (ours is NOT mistletoe 😉). If a gathering gets too intense, a single word can signal to your partner, friend, or accountability buddy

5️⃣BeSerene Instant Relief Cream: Sometimes, you just need immediate support. This is our real family secret—the product we loved so much we bought the company! In under 10 minutes, a dab on your wrist or temples helps your body feel safe, relaxes your stress hormones, and balances your nervous system. Yes, you really do feel better in 10 minutes or less!

Which secret are you going to use first this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! 👇

12/08/2025

STOP thinking your “Healthy” Processed Food is enough. 🛑

Even organic, gluten-free, stevia-sweetened snacks are missing something VITAL your body needs.😮

The last 5 years have seen a historic rise in delicious, organic, and gluten-free processed foods. It’s never been easier to avoid major allergens or stick to Non-GMO ingredients, and that’s great news for convenience!

But there’s a massive problem the food industry isn’t telling you: These “healthier” options are still fundamentally lacking what a true Whole Food version provides.

The Processed Food Paradox:
A 2022 study on the gut microbiome (Rethinking healthy eating...) showed clearly that even healthy-sounding processed foods fall short. They often:
😦Lack the crucial dietary fibers normally present in the whole plant.
🔥❄️Lose essential phytonutrients that are destroyed by heat, cold, or acid during processing.
🦠Contain larger cellular structures that behave differently in your gut.
🍪Have increased additives (yes, even organic sweeteners, colorings, and preservatives) that can impact gut health.

The key takeaway is this: An organic processed nut butter is NOT the same as eating a handful of organic nuts.🥜

Whole foods are ALWAYS better for your host physiology, immunology, metabolism, and disease risk because they deliver the full, intact package of nutrients and fiber your gut microbiome thrives on.
Next time you reach for that “healthy” packaged snack, remember the power of the whole, unprocessed plant. Your gut will thank you!

What do you think? Drop a comment below and let me know your biggest takeaway! ⬇️

12/04/2025

Has your body turned on you? 😦

If you’re in your 40s or 50s and your gut health has unexpectedly gone downhill, you are NOT alone.

This is not “just aging,” it’s a biological shift we call The Gastropause Cycle.

Here’s the science behind why foods you once loved are now causing fatigue and discomfort

1. ⬇️Estrogen Levels Drop: As you enter Menopause, the natural decline in estrogen slows down the production of crucial digestive enzymes.

2. ⚙️ Enzymes & Minerals Lost: Enzymes are essential for breaking down food efficiently. When they’re low, food lingers, ferments, and causes trouble. Lower estrogen can also lead to losing important enzyme-activating minerals like Zinc and Magnesium through urine!

3. 🤰 Bloating & Fatigue: The result? Food feels “heavy,” digestion stalls, and you’re left with relentless bloating, gas, and energy dips.

Properly absorbing the vital nutrients your body needs to thrive during and after Menopause, can help to minimize this discomfort. (think: better skin, stronger bones, and brain health!).

✨HoloZyme is the ONLY digestive enzyme formulated specifically for the unique changes of Gastropause, helping you:
✅ Get relief from bloating and irregular digestion, often with the very first meal.
✅ Tolerate more foods without discomfort.
✅ Absorb vital nutrients for energy, hormone balance, and healthy aging.

It’s not just aging. It’s biology. Give your body the support it needs to feel strong and amazing at any age.

Tap the link in bio to learn more and see why HoloZyme is the menopause fix that actually works!

12/03/2025

Your Body Is a Factory, Not a Calculator.🧮

Are you counting calories, hitting the gym, and eating clean, but still hitting frustrating plateaus? Feeling tired, bloated, or like your body just isn’t responding? You’re not alone.🥹

The old “Calories In vs. Calories Out” model is incomplete. Your metabolism is a sophisticated system that needs the right fuel to process food into energy.

The Missing Metabolic Fuel
The most critical workers in your metabolic factory are your Colonocytes—the cells lining your gut. When these workers are under-fueled, the factory stalls, leading to:

❌ Digestive discomfort

❌ Bloating and irregularity

❌ Struggling with weight

The optimal fuel for these crucial cells is Butyrate, a Short-Chain Fatty Acid (SCFA) that provides up to 70% of their total energy needs. Butyrate is what helps your cells:

✅ Turn food into energy instead of fat.
✅ Strengthen your gut lining (the factory walls).
✅ Calm inflammation and improve mood.

The Tributyrin Solution:

If your gut isn’t naturally producing enough Butyrate (due to stress, antibiotics, etc.), your factory runs on fumes. That’s where Tributyrin-X comes in.

Tributyrin is an advanced, bioavailable form of Butyrate that delivers this master fuel directly to your gut cells for a 360-degree metabolic upgrade.

Tributyrin-X is NOT a weight loss pill. It’s the essential fuel your gut cells need to run your factory at peak performance, so you finally see results from the healthy work you’re already putting in.

Stop starving your metabolism. Start fueling it.⛽️

Tap the link in bio to learn how Tributyrin-X can upgrade your metabolic factory risk-free for 60 days.

11/25/2025

🚨 LISTEN UP: The Holidays Are COMING! 🚨

Don’t let the season’s stress, sugar, and alcohol leave you dealing with bloat, histamine flushing, or other gut issues. The secret to surviving the season happy and healthy is by having a plan.

💡 YOUR PLAN STARTS NOW: Stock up on the healthy gut products ! Up to 30% off with our massive Black Friday sale!

✅ Up to 30% OFF while supplies last.
Don’t wait until the damage is done. Get your gut-saver supplements right now!

🔗 [ https://healthygut.com/black-friday-2025/] or check the bio

11/24/2025

STOCK UP NOW: Up to 30% Off ALL Healthy Gut Products!🥳🎉

😮You heard it right! Our annual Black Friday blowout is here. This is the best chance all year to invest in your health.
We make premium products, which is why sales are rare. But for a limited time and with limited stock, you can get:

‼️30% OFF everything!
‼️High-quality, scientifically-backed gut health support.

Quantities are extremely limited and the sale will end on certain items when they sell out. Act fast!🎊

11/20/2025

Did you know the stomach bacteria H. pylori doesn’t survive in a healthy, acidic environment? So it cheats!

It releases an enzyme called urease which converts urea into AMMONIA. Ammonia is a strong base that completely neutralizes your hydrochloric acid HCL, creating an alkaline party zone for the bacteria.

The result? The H. pylori population explodes, and your digestive defenses crumble.

🚨 The Downstream Effects of Low HCL

Your stomach acid is essential for more than just killing bugs. When H. pylori depletes your HCL you face a cascade of serious issues:

1. Malnutrition:
❌ Poor Protein Digestion: Without HCL, you can’t break down proteins into essential amino acids, leading to widespread deficiencies.

❌ Nutrient Loss: HCL is required to absorb critical nutrients like Vitamin B12, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc, and Calcium.

2. Immune Compromise:
❌ HCL is the first line of defense in your gut. Its loss leaves you wide open to infections, pathogen overgrowth, and other digestive issues.

3. The Reflux Trap:
❌ Low stomach acid prevents the Lower Esophageal Sphincter LES from closing properly. The little acid you do have splashes back up, causing heartburn, GERD, and acid reflux.

🧠 Ammonia Toxicity:
The ammonia produced by H. pylori is highly toxic, especially to the brain and mitochondria. This can manifest as:
🚫Brain Fog
🚫Clumsiness/Confusion
🚫Forgetfulness
🚫Headaches
🚫Chronic Fatigue and Low Energy

🎯 Addressing the Root Cause

The biggest mistake is treating H. pylori directly with “atomic-biotics” (the seek-and-destroy model).

The real question is: What caused your stomach acid to drop in the first place, allowing the H. pylori overgrowth to begin?😮

Top 4 Reasons for Initial Low Stomach Acid:
🫩Chronic Stress
🥕Long-term Vegan/Vegetarian Diets
👴Old Age
🚫 The use of PPIs (Acid Blockers)

❓ Ready to stop chasing symptoms and uncover the root cause?

11/19/2025

🛑 STOP WAKING UP SCREAMING! 🛑

We’ve all had that AGONY of a middle-of-the-night charley horse.

Studies on pregnant women (who have high mineral demands) showed that taking 300mg of Magnesium Glycinate daily helped 86% cut their cramps in HALF, with nearly 50% becoming completely cramp-free!

Why this matters to YOU: Your muscles need magnesium to relax properly. Without enough, they get stuck in contraction mode (AKA: a severe cramp).

🤯 70% of the population is deficient! Are you at risk?

🏋️ You sweat it out: Regular exercise depletes magnesium.

☕ You flush it out: Coffee and alcohol burn through it.

😬 Stress burns it: High stress levels rapidly deplete your stores.

The Fix: Just 2 capsules of Magnesium-HP gives you 360mg—the same effective dose used in the study.

✨ Why choose Mag-HP? We use Magnesium Glycinate, which is super gentle on the gut, meaning no digestive drama (unlike cheaper forms).

Sweet dreams (and no charley horses!) are possible.

➡️ Tap the link in bio to stop the agony and start preventing cramps today!

11/18/2025

I used to just think I had a “sensitive stomach.” It was easy to shrug off.

That is, until my worst “Chained-to-the-Toilet” moment during spring break… where I occupied a small hotel bathroom for a full 12 hours. 🫣

Now I know better.

The truth is, our p**p is one of our vital health signs. It tells us a lot about what’s going on “inside” that we can’t normally see.

Diarrhea is often a defense mechanism. Your body launches an inflammatory response, the intestines stop absorbing fluid, and the “floodgates” open to protect you.

But when that lasts longer than a few days, it’s a major red flag. 🚩

Chronic diarrhea causes: 🛑 Malabsorption (leading to nutrient deficiencies) 🛑 Microbiome reduction 🛑 Gut lining damage (Leaky Gut)

Which naturally leads to other issues like fatigue, rapid aging, and irritability.

The good news? It IS fixable.

The missing link is usually a substance called Butyrate. It helps the intestines absorb water, reduces inflammation, and soothes the gut.

Tributyrin-X™ is designed to deliver Butyrate exactly where you need it to stop the flood.

You’ve got nothing to lose… except maybe some loose poos.

Link in bio to try Tributyrin-X today. 🔗

11/15/2025

Did you know stinky armpits can be a sign of low stomach acid? 👃

It’s true! When stomach acid is too low, proteins don’t break down properly. Instead, they can putrefy in your intestines, creating toxic compounds like “putrescine” and “cadaverine.”

Your body eliminates these toxins through sweat, leading to that “extra-funky” body odor.

But bad B.O. is just the beginning! Low stomach acid can also cause:

❌ Brittle nails & hair loss
❌ Chronic fatigue & pale skin ❌ Frequent cavities & canker sores
❌ Food sensitivities & skin rashes
❌ Anxiety after meals & brain fog
❌ Undigested food in stool

These are all signs that your stomach acid isn’t doing its job, impacting nutrient absorption, immune function, and even mood.

Want to know if low HCL is your issue?

There’s a super-easy, risk-free at-home test you can do!

👉 Head to the link in bio to learn about the “HCL Test” and our HCL Guard+ supplement to restore your stomach acid and start feeling better!

11/14/2025

Staring down the holiday feast with a pit in your stomach? You’re not alone! 😩

This season, swap the gut pain for joy with my simple 3-step plan designed to help you enjoy your favorite foods without the usual aftermath.

No more guilt trips or post-meal regret. It’s time to take control and make gut-friendly choices that actually work.
Here’s your holiday gut-care roadmap:

1️⃣ Plan Your Pleasure: Don’t try to be “perfect.” Choose your absolute must-have indulgences ahead of time and truly savor them. Skip the rest without guilt!

2️⃣ Go for a Walk After Eating: Just 15-30 minutes of gentle movement can dramatically improve digestion, reduce bloat, and stabilize blood sugar. It’s a game-changer!

3️⃣ Double Up on Digestive Support: My secret weapon? HoloZyme & HCL Guard+! Place them right on the dinner table next to the salt and pepper as a reminder. HoloZyme tackles extra food, while HCL Guard+ breaks down proteins for no “stuck belly.”

Ready to make this your happiest, healthiest holiday season yet? ✨

SAVE THIS POST for easy reference during your holiday meals! 🔗

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Steve Wright and Jordan Reasoner founded what was originally “SCD Lifestyle” after overcoming their own digestive problems. Since 2009, they grown what’s now become “The Healthy Gut Company” to impacting the lives of more than 300,000 people in over 150 countries with things like Celiac Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, IBS, Constipation, Leaky Gut, and many more.