Summer Bodies Start in the Gut
You’ve probably heard the phrase “summer bodies are made in the kitchen,” but they’re made even deeper… in the gut.
If you’re trying to reset your health this summer, shed stubborn bloat, boost your energy, and clear up your skin, the first place to look isn’t your workout routine — it’s your digestion.
Here’s why your gut health is the foundation of summer wellness, and how you can start supporting it today.
Bloating & Weight Loss Resistance Often Start in the Gut
No matter how clean you eat or how much you exercise, if your gut is inflamed or out of balance, your body can hold on to excess weight and water.
Overgrowth of harmful bacteria, sluggish digestion, or leaky gut can all trigger low-grade inflammation — making it harder to burn fat and easier to feel bloated, tired, and stuck. And the root cause of all disease? Inflammation.
Signs your gut may be stalling your progress:
Constant bloating (even with “healthy” foods)
Sugar and carb cravings
Stubborn belly fat
Fatigue after meals
Food sensitivities — which we can test for
Your Skin Is a Mirror of Your Gut
Breakouts, eczema, rosacea, rashes, and dull skin are often signs that your gut is struggling to detox properly. When your digestive system can’t eliminate toxins efficiently, your skin becomes the backup route.
This is especially common in the summer, when alcohol, sugar, processed food, sunscreen chemicals (don’t get me started), and heat-induced inflammation pile up.
Want glowing skin this summer? Focus on:
Supporting your liver and microbiome
Eating anti-inflammatory foods (like wild blueberries, zucchini, and cilantro)
Cutting back on sugar and alcohol
Replenishing good bacteria with probiotics and fermented foods (if tolerated)
Energy, Motivation & Mood Start in the Belly
Your gut produces and regulates a majority of your serotonin — your “feel-good” neurotransmitter. If your microbiome is out of balance, it can leave you feeling tired, foggy, anxious, or unmotivated, no matter how much sleep you’re getting.
Gut health is mental health — and it’s one of the most overlooked pieces of consistent energy and motivation.
If your energy dips mid-day, or your mood feels off, it might be time for a gut reset.
A Simple Summer Reset Can Change Everything
You don’t need a crash diet or an extreme plan. You just need to give your gut a break and gently support it back into balance.
Ready to Reset?
Your gut is the gateway to your glow, your energy, and your ideal weight. If you’re ready to start feeling better from the inside out, schedule a free 30-minute consult so we can talk about my Summer Reset Plan.
I’ll walk you through the exact steps to reduce inflammation, support your digestion, and feel amazing in your body — naturally.
In Health,
Dr. Jennette Malsbury, PhD
Board-Certified Holistic Practitioner
Founder of Nutritional Restoration & Two Moon Tinctures