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Written by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach 1. Small Intestine – the place of nutrient absorption & pH balance The small intestine is the area where: nutrients are absorbed the pH level is regulated the mucosal barrier needs consistent care digestive enzymes  do their work carbohydrates, fats, and proteins  are broken down When the small intestine isn’t functioning optimally (for example due to stress, inflammation, SIBO, infections, or a weakened mucosal lining), ev

Written by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach Many people believe they are “healthy”  simply because they’re not on sick leave or don’t have any acute symptoms.But the reality is often very different: Most people move through life with only half a battery  — with low energy , a tired nervous system , poor concentration , mood swings , and a body that is constantly operating in energy-saving mode . And this is exactly where the topic of optimal nutrient supply  begins.

Written by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach Many women living with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) struggle not only with intense mood swings, exhaustion, or physical discomfort – often, a hidden factor is also at play: chronic, silent inflammation  in the body. Nutrition can be a powerful tool in addressing this, especially through omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality olive oil . In this article, I will explain what lies behind these connections, what current

A personal insight from Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach Living in a van doesn't mean you have to sacrifice gut health ! 🚐✨ With PMDD, HPU, and a sensitive digestive system, I've learned that simple, nourishing meals make a big difference – even when the kitchen is small and supplies are limited. Here are three meals I always fall back on when I'm traveling to keep my gut happy and my body energized : 1️⃣ Creamy Red Lentil Stew 🍲 Red lentils cook quickly, provi

A personal insight from Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach Being on the road, living in a van, can be wonderful – but with PMDD, HPU, and a sensitive digestive system, it can sometimes be a challenge to start the day in a balanced way. I’ve learned that small, recurring rituals  give me stability, no matter where I am. 🥤 Glass of Water – Hydration First My day starts with a glass of (lukewarm) water. A simple way to wake up my body  and stimulate digestion . 🛏 5–10 M

A personal insight from Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach for Balance, Gut Health, and Nervous System Regulation. I used to believe that I had to have everything under control before starting something new – the perfect timing, the ideal body, the perfect life. But life doesn’t wait until we’re ready. And at some point, I simply stopped waiting. With my PMDD , there are phases when my body pulls me back, sometimes even stops me completely. In the past, it felt like a

"Nourishing yourself is not a weakness – it is the bravest act of self-love." Why self-care is not a luxury – but essential for survival A personal insight from Johanna Schneider, Holistic Health Coach For a long time, I thought self-care was something you could only afford once "everything else is done"—once the day was planned out, the to-do list checked off, and everyone else taken care of. I often ignored what my body was telling me. Especially with PMDD, HPU, exhaustion,

A personal insight from Johanna Schneider - Holistic Health Coach For a long time, my cycle felt like my biggest enemy. I could only really function one or two weeks a month – the rest was marked by exhaustion, irritability, low moods, pain, shame, and frustration. I thought I had to be “stronger.” I thought I just had to push through. But the harder I fought, the more disconnected I became from my body – and from myself. It wasn’t until my own journey with PMDS, HPU, burnout

By Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach, sharing from personal experience as well If you feel like a completely different person every month – exhausted, angry, desperate, or disconnected from yourself – then you’re not alone. Many women go through exactly this without knowing there’s a name for it: PMDD , Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. For a long time, I had no idea what was happening to me. My body and mind felt like they were falling apart every single month. Today

From Johanna Schneider - Holistic Health Coach There were times in my life when I had maybe one good week a month. One week in which I could think, feel, plan, and live with some sense of clarity. The rest was a constant struggle against exhaustion, pain, despair, and inner restlessness. PMDD, HPU, gut issues, burnout — each of these challenges has shaped my life in its own unique way. And yet (or perhaps because of that), I never stopped believing in my own path. "You are no