What High Performers Overlook About Their Health

When you think of health, what comes to mind?
Nutrition? Exercise? Sleep?

Most of the high-performing clients I work with—CEOs, endurance athletes, entrepreneurs, and health coaches—would say the same.

But there's one critical system that’s often overlooked: your gut.

From your mood to your immunity to how well you absorb nutrients, gut health is foundational to how you feel—mentally, physically, and emotionally.

The thing is, most people have no idea their gut might be the issue.
Even the healthiest eaters. Even the fittest runners. Even the ones who know a lot about wellness.

Here’s why your gut matters more than you think:

Your Gut Talks to Your Brain

It produces 90% of your serotonin—the feel-good hormone.
If your mood’s been low or off, your gut might be the missing piece.

70% of Your Immune System Lives in Your Gut

A balanced gut reduces inflammation throughout your body.
Think: fewer colds, less joint pain, clearer skin.

You Are What You Absorb

You can eat the perfect diet and still feel depleted if your gut can’t absorb nutrients.
(That’s why I ask my clients: How do you feel when you eat?)

Your Microbiome Is Your Inner Ecosystem

Out-of-balance bacteria can cause bloating, fatigue, skin issues, and even anxiety.
Fun fact: Your gut bugs weigh around 2–5 pounds and work 24/7 to keep you healthy.

Inflammation Starts in the Gut

Leaky gut = chronic inflammation = health symptoms that linger or keep returning.
Autoimmunity, joint pain, brain fog? All potentially gut-driven.

Gut Health = Detox Power

Irregular elimination or constipation? That’s your body’s detox system struggling.
Toxic buildup leads to sluggishness and can affect everything from energy to mood.

The Good News?

Your gut is highly responsive to lifestyle changes.

Once we figure out what your body needs, it’s incredible how things begin to shift—quickly.