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63. Autoimmunity Doesn't Have to Be Forever with Katherine Kiviat, Clinical Nutritionist

In this episode of the What the Gut Podcast, Allison welcomes Katherine Kiviat, a clinical nutritionist specializing in functional medicine, who supports women in reclaiming their energy and improving their health. Katherine shares her deeply personal journey from a high-paced career in photojournalism to functional nutrition. She details her struggles with autoimmune conditions and her son's health challenges, which led her to explore holistic care. Katherine discusses the importance of addressing root causes, the power of the mind-body connection, and the significance of lifestyle and nervous system regulation in healing chronic conditions. She also shares inspiring client success stories and practical advice for those struggling with chronic illness.

00:00 Introduction to Katherine Kiviat

03:33 Katherine's Personal Journey

03:54 Challenges with Her Son's Health

07:34 Discovering Functional Nutrition

11:47 Katherine's Own Health Struggles

18:13 Transition to Functional Nutrition Career

19:38 Client Success Stories

25:05 Advice for Autoimmune Conditions

28:10 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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