In this episode, Dr. Amy Beard sits down with Lindsay Reeves (founder of Hope the Mold Dog) to discuss real-life healing from mold illness—without fear-based or extreme protocols.

Lindsay shares her family’s journey of severe mold exposure, leaving their home in 2017, and healing through simple, foundational steps when very few resources existed. Together, they emphasize why ending exposure, calming the nervous system, and supporting the body gently are often the most powerful tools for recovery.

Dr. Beard also shares an update on her own mold remediation journey, including working with Lindsay and her team—and why healing can’t be rushed.

In this episode:
• Why ending exposure is the first priority
• How gentle, common-sense support led to major healing
• Why aggressive detox and binders can backfire
• The importance of rest, sunlight, clean food, and nervous system regulation
• How to track progress without obsessing over testing

This conversation offers reassurance, clarity, and a grounded approach for anyone navigating mold illness.

Want to know how to work with Hope the Mold Dog? Check out the link below.
https://www.hopethemolddog.com/

The Gut-Brain Connection: How the Vagus Nerve Impacts Your Mood, Hormones & Healing

Your gut and brain are in constant conversation—and the vagus nerve is the powerful messenger running the show. If you’re experiencing anxiety, poor sleep, irritability, mood swings, brain fog, or hormone imbalances, your gut could be the missing piece.

In this episode, Dr. Amy Beard and Anna Allen unpack:
✔️ What the vagus nerve does and why it’s crucial
✔️ How inflammation in your gut impacts your brain
✔️ Why trauma, stress, and even your thoughts disrupt digestion
✔️ The role of SSRIs, GLP-1s, and neurotransmitters
✔️ What to do to heal the gut–brain connection

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!

👇 Links & Resources
Join our exclusive membership → https://amybeardmd.com/programs/dr-amys-table/
Digestive enzymes & supplements → https://amybeardmd.com/shop/enzyme-support/
"The Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve" Book on Amazon
More from Dr. Amy Beard → https://amybeardmd.com/

🎙️ Key Takeaways & Facts:

- 90% of serotonin is made in the gut

- Antibiotic use can raise depression risk up to 56%

- Gut inflammation = Brain inflammation

- Thoughts, trauma, and toxic stress directly impact your microbiome

If you feel like you're doing "all the right things" but still not healing—your gut-brain axis could be the missing link.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection.

The Gut-Brain Connection: How the Vagus Nerve Impacts Your Mood, Hormones & Healing

Your gut and brain are in constant conversation—and the vagus nerve is the powerful messenger running the show. If you’re experiencing anxiety, poor sleep, irritability, mood swings, brain fog, or hormone imbalances, your gut could be the missing piece.

In this episode, Dr. Amy Beard and Anna Allen unpack:
✔️ What the vagus nerve does and why it’s crucial
✔️ How inflammation in your gut impacts your brain
✔️ Why trauma, stress, and even your thoughts disrupt digestion
✔️ The role of SSRIs, GLP-1s, and neurotransmitters
✔️ What to do to heal the gut–brain connection

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!

👇 Links & Resources
Join our exclusive membership → https://amybeardmd.com/programs/dr-amys-table/
Digestive enzymes & supplements → https://amybeardmd.com/shop/enzyme-support/
"The Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve" Book on Amazon
More from Dr. Amy Beard → https://amybeardmd.com/

🎙️ Key Takeaways & Facts:

- 90% of serotonin is made in the gut

- Antibiotic use can raise depression risk up to 56%

- Gut inflammation = Brain inflammation

- Thoughts, trauma, and toxic stress directly impact your microbiome

If you feel like you're doing "all the right things" but still not healing—your gut-brain axis could be the missing link.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection.