Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection and its Role in Performance ft. Maggie Awad

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In this episode of Finding Small Wins, host Adam Loiacono sits down with Maggie Awad, NP, a functional sports medicine specialist who works with elite athletes to optimize health and performance through gut health. Maggie shares her powerful journey into functional medicine, driven by personal tragedy and a passion for uncovering the root causes of health issues.

They dive into the gut-brain connection, explaining how gut health impacts energy, performance, and recovery. Maggie reveals why overtraining can lead to leaky gut, the role of short-chain fatty acids in fueling performance, and how stress, diet, and lifestyle choices influence gut health. Plus, they discuss colostrum, creatine, and supplement quality control—what’s actually worth taking?

Whether you're a pro athlete, weekend warrior, or just someone trying to optimize your health, this episode will equip you with science-backed strategies to improve energy levels, reduce inflammation, and enhance recovery.

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