Holistic Health

Written by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach Bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea, brain fog, or the feeling that your gut completely “reacts” after certain foods? Many people experience exactly this and are eventually diagnosed with fructose intolerance, sorbitol intolerance, or lactose intolerance. The usual recommendation is often to simply avoid the triggering foods. But it’s not always that simple. From my perspective, it’s worth taking a closer look. Because behin

A personal experience by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach 🌍 More Than Just an Experience in One Place My experience volunteering in Fuerteventura was only the beginning of a much larger journey. A journey through different communities, projects, and ways of living – from animal refuges to sustainable farms, to places with self-sufficiency and community-based living. And with each stop, it became clearer to me: 👉 It’s not just about nutrition.👉 It’s about our entir

written by Johanna Schneider - Holistic Health Coach When Nutrition Becomes Education My time as a volunteer in Tanzania showed me how strongly nutrition, education, and environment influence a child’s development. It was never about theory or perfection, but about simple, practical approaches that can truly be applied in everyday life. A central question throughout my work was:👉 How can children build better health and social opportunities despite difficult living condition

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by Johanna Schneider - Holistic Health Coach (and why exactly that can be an important part of your journey toward balance) Maybe you’ve experienced this: You start taking care of your gut — adjusting your diet, supporting your system with things like food sensitivities, SIBO/IMO, or leaky gut… And suddenly, you feel worse than before. More bloating. More fatigue. Maybe skin reactions or emotional lows. And then the thought comes up: “This can’t be right… I should probably st

by Johanna Schneider - Holistic Health Coach Why Your Gut Plays a Key Role in Your Cycle Many women believe that their estrogen levels depend solely on the ovaries. The truth is: your gut plays a crucial role in how much estrogen is active in your body. A central concept here is the estrobolome — a specific group of gut bacteria that play a key role in regulating estrogen. And this is exactly where the connection to: PMDD (a disrupted estrobolome can amplify hormonal fluct

By Johanna Schneider -Holistic Health Coach My Journey to Gut and Brain Health A few years ago, I began to take a closer look at my own health. I was struggling with chronic digestive issues, low mood, and low energy. I had trouble concentrating and often felt drained. Through my nutrition counseling training, I came across the Leaky Gut Syndrome – and suddenly, many things made sense: my gut had been overburdened for a long time, and this imbalance was affecting my brain as

by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach If you’ve been paying attention to your health for a while, you’ve probably noticed:Nothing in the body happens in isolation. Everything is connected – digestion, hormones, nervous system, sleep, immune system, emotions, stress, nutrition, movement, breathing, and even relationships. And that’s exactly why it doesn’t work if we only focus on one area. Health is holistic – and that’s what makes a Holistic Health Coach so effective A

Many people immediately associate healthy eating with restriction, strict rules, and constant control. But it can actually be much simpler: with the 80/20 rule. This approach shows you how to eat healthily and still enjoy life – without any guilt. What is the 80/20 rule? The 80/20 rule means: 80% of the time, I eat healthily, nutrient-rich, and balanced, while the remaining 20% I can enjoy freely. Whether it’s a slice of cake, a glass of wine, or fries – it’s not about forbi

Written by Johanna Schneider – Holistic Health Coach For many people with neurodivergence – whether ADHD, autism, or other forms – the days leading up to their period can be especially challenging. PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric syndrome) or PME (premenstrual exacerbation) can amplify emotions, energy fluctuations, and concentration difficulties. Everything feels more intense: joy, sadness, anger – and the body may feel heavy, tense, or tired. What Happens with PMDD and PME? PM

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.