] Maggie shares how she became interested in gut health and how she included it in her practice.[4:41] Three questions you should ask when there is an injured athlete.[6:00] Why does Maggie find so much value in caring for gut health?[8:31] Maggie shares what she looks at when diagnosing someone’s gut health.[9:48] What does Maggie do first when she finds a nutritional deficiency in a patient?[11:45] You could be eating too many fermented foods; Maggie confesses she is not a Kombucha fan.[12:42] Maggie explains why people take too many probiotics.[14:23] Maggie shares perspective on antibiotics.[15:40] What is the difference between food sensitivity and food allergy?[19:03] Achieving the optimal sleep schedule can be challenging for a professional athlete.[22:09] What are the essential nutrients necessary for good bone health? [23:31] Maggie shares a pro athlete's expected Vitamin D levels.[24:15] What is the relation between vitamin K and vitamin D?[24:42] What is the role of the two types of magnesium?[26:26] Iron levels are very important for bone health.[28:07] What are the recommended key nutrients and supplementation for the treatment of  bone stress reaction?[32:44] Why do some athletes swell more than others from the gut health perspective?[36:01] The brain-gut access[37:41] What can an athlete do to fight swelling? First, eliminate sugars and alcohol.[40:18] Why is acute inflammation necessary for healing?[41:20] Maggie is a fan of omega 3.[43:36] What is the influence that alcohol has on the gut?[44:50] Maggie shares her perspective on caffeine and its link to gut health.[49:08] Maggie speaks of the benefits of having a stool test.[51:04] How does Maggie help her client find their small wins through treatment?[53:42] How does Maggie define a small win?[55:55] Rapid fire questions with Maggie to know more about your gut health: How many times a day do you poop? Are you drinking enough water? Eating enough fiber? Must have: Prebiotic foods, garlic, onions, apples, asparagus, yogurt, and kefir. The worst foods: sugar, fruit juices, alcoholThe worst modern-day myth: Gut health is all about food (not at all! It is a lifestyle!)What can parents do? Don’t buy fruit juice! Try to get fun with food.Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Finding Small WinsFollow Adam Loiacono on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.Follow Maggie Awad on InstagramElevate2Perform