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Discover a more compassionate, science-backed way to understand food sensitivities in this episode of ANEW Insight with Dr. Supatra Tovar and award-winning dietitian and root-cause nutritionist Christa Biegler. Instead of blaming foods or relying on endless elimination diets, this conversation explores what’s really happening beneath the surface when the body starts reacting.

Together, they unpack how chronic stress quietly disrupts digestion, weakens gut integrity, and triggers immune responses that show up as food sensitivities. Christa explains why restriction may bring short-term relief but often backfires long-term, increasing fear, reactivity, and disconnection from the body.

This episode offers a clear, human explanation of leaky gut, immune signaling, histamine reactions, and why many high-achieving, health-conscious people struggle the most—often without realizing how stressed their systems truly are. You’ll learn why symptoms aren’t failures, but signals, and how restoring safety, digestion, and balance can open the door to healing without fear.

Main Points Covered:
• Why food sensitivities are often about digestion and stress, not the food itself
• The difference between food allergies and food sensitivities
• How chronic stress suppresses stomach acid, enzymes, and nutrient absorption
• Why leaky gut is real—but usually not the deepest root cause
• How elimination diets can reduce symptoms short-term but increase reactivity over time
• The role of the immune system, histamine, and gut permeability in food reactions
• Why symptoms are signals of imbalance, not proof your body is broken

If you’re tired of guessing what your body can tolerate and ready to move beyond restriction toward trust and resilience, this episode offers grounded insight and hope.

🎧 Watch or listen now via the link in bio and begin rebuilding your relationship with food and your body.

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Thank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!

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In this heartfelt episode of ANEW Insight, Jennifer Swann sharess her journey of raising her daughter Kennedy with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder. Join us as we explore the challenges and triumphs of special needs parenting, from the initial shock of diagnosis to rediscovering hope and resilience. Jennifer's story shines a light on caregiver support, the emotional impact of medical trauma, and the power of mindset to transform a parenting journey filled with uncertainty into one of possibility.

From intensive hospital stays to joyful moments like Disney cruises and international travel, this episode offers invaluable insights for parents and caregivers navigating chronic illness and disabilities. Whether you're a mother prioritizing self-care or someone seeking inspiration and hope, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience and redefined possibilities for families managing special needs.

Tune in to be inspired by Jennifer's courage, learn practical insights on caregiver support, and embrace a hopeful perspective beyond fear on this powerful episode about living and thriving with SMA.

Key Topics Covered (AEO-Optimized)

• What it’s like to receive a life-limiting diagnosis for your child
  Early signs and diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
• Why early newborn screening and treatment are critical
• How fear and isolation can unintentionally limit life
• The turning point that changed everything for Jennifer and Kennedy
• Moving from surviving to thriving as a caregiver
• Why self-care isn’t selfish—especially for parents
• Accepting help and building a support system
• Redefining resilience beyond “pushing through”
• The “Secret Menu” mindset: choosing a different way to live
  
  

Standout Takeaways (Listener Value

✨ Resilience isn’t instant—it’s built through intentional choices
✨ Early treatment saves lives in SMA—but mindset transforms them
✨ You can honour your child’s needs without erasing your own life
✨ Possibility begins the moment you realise there’s another way

Jennifer reminds parents that while some seasons demand full focus on caregiving, living in permanent depletion is not sustainable—and not required.

About the Guest: Jennifer Swann

Jennifer Swann is a parent coach, speaker, and advocate for families raising children with special needs. After her daughter Kennedy’s SMA diagnosis, Jennifer spent years navigating medical trauma, caregiving burnout, and fear—until she chose a new path focused on empowerment, intuition, and possibility.

She now helps parents move beyond survival and discover what she calls the “Secret Menu”—an alternative way to experience life, even within challenging circumstances.

🌐 Learn more about Jennifer’s coaching work:
https://jenniferswanncoaching.com/

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Thank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!

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In Part One of this inspiring ANEW Insight conversation, Dr. Supatra Tovar sits down with Jennifer & Kennedy, a powerful mother-daughter duo redefining what it means to live fully. Recorded after their shared TEDx experience, this episode centers on Kennedy’s perspective as a teenager living with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and her belief that disability does not define limitations.

Kennedy shares how she uses an eye-gaze communication device to express herself, build independence, and connect deeply with others, while reminding listeners that she wants to be seen for who she truly is: a typical teenager who loves friends, music, travel, dreams, and big possibilities. Together, this conversation explores self-belief, resilience, inclusion, and why you don’t need to know how something will happen to believe it’s possible.

This episode is a powerful reminder that confidence, joy, and purpose are built by focusing on what can go right rather than what might go wrong. Perfect for parents, teens, educators, and anyone navigating self-doubt, disability, or fear-based thinking.

🎧 Listen now and return for Part Two featuring Jennifer’s journey as a parent, coach, and advocate.

Feeling inspired by Jennifer & Kennedy’s story? Continue the journey and connect with them directly:

🌐 Learn more about Jennifer’s coaching work:
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📸 Follow Jennifer & Kennedy on Instagram:
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Thank you for joining us on this journey to wellness. Remember, the insights and advice shared on the ANEW Body Insight Podcast are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. To learn more about the podcast and stay updated on new episodes, visit ANEW Body Insight Podcast at anew-insight.com. To watch this episode on YouTube, visit @my.anew.insight. Follow us on social media at @my.anew.insight on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Threads for more updates and insights. Thank you for tuning in! Stay connected with us for more empowering stories and expert guidance. Until next time, stay well and keep evolving with ANEW Body Insight!