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Gut Check! Episode 13

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Is your gut smarter than you? This week on Health Without the System, Dr. Tim Scott and Nurse Practitioner Mia Scott dive deep into the gut microbiome — home to trillions of bacteria that control everything from digestion to your mood, immunity, and even your cravings.

They break down how your gut is shaped from birth, what antibiotics and birth control are really doing to it, and why fixing your digestion might fix your fatigue, skin issues, anxiety, autoimmune flare-ups, and more. Learn about leaky gut, SIBO, prebiotics vs. probiotics, and the powerful healing potential of simple changes to your diet.

Plus, they share real stories of gut healing (including stool transplants—you’ve been warned) and give you a framework to start restoring your gut health today.

Whether you’re bloated or just curious, this is your ultimate gut health episode.

🎧 Listen, learn, and maybe rethink that next NSAID or cottage cheese label.

💩 (Yes, they talk poop—but they make it science.)

Health without the System Podcast

A no-nonsense podcast where a doctor and nurse practitioner duo cut through the noise of mainstream healthcare.

With humor, attitude, and a deep passion for functional medicine, they dive into the real truth about nutrition, metabolic health, exercise, and the medical system’s biggest blind spots. No sugar-coating, no pharma-sponsored fluff—just real talk about staying healthy, preventing disease, and taking control of your own well-being.

If you’re ready to challenge the status quo, tune in and rethink what health really means!

Mia Scott
FNP-BC

Mia is an ANCC board certified nurse practitioner with 7 years experience. Originally an emergency medicine nurse, Mia found herself dissatisfied with traditional western medicine and the practice of fixing health issues rather than preventing them. She is currently training in integrative medicine and certified in peptide therapy. Mia finds great joy in helping patients identify optimal behavioral, lifestyle, dietary and medical choices to prevent illness and revive health thus empowering her patients to live life to the fullest.

Timothy Scott
D.O.

Tim is a board-certified physician and graduate of DCOM with 10 years practice experience. He has a particular focus on preventive medicine with the intent to help his patients increase the amount of time spent active and healthy to live and love life to the fullest. He is a certified peptide specialist and has recently focused his practice on weight management, anti-aging, brain health, gut health and vitality for men and women.

Shawn Stansbery
D.O.

Shawn is a board-certified physician and graduate of LECOM with over 14 years of practice experience. He has a passion for health and wellness, and a deep understanding of both traditional and alternative therapies. He is a certified peptide specialist with a fervent dedication to providing personalized patient care and treatment plans through tailored, evidence-based approach to each patient.

Daniel Neumeyer
D.O.

Dan is a board-certified physician and graduate of LECOM. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. He believes in treating the whole patient rather than just their symptoms and feels strongly that preventative treatments are every bit as critical as a cure. He is a certified peptide specialist that values health and wellness in both his professional and personal life and feels passionate about helping others achieve their wellness goals. He enjoys staying active, particularly in outdoor sports with his wife and children.