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Today, I'm here with another Information-packed episode with Dr. Eric Osansky, who put Graves' disease into remission naturally. Dr. Osansky was personally diagnosed in 2008 with Graves' disease, and after seeing how well a natural treatment approach helped with his condition, he began helping others with different types of thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions, including hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease, and hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. In our conversation, you'll hear about: Eric's personal journey of overcoming Graves' disease naturally, including initial symptoms and diagnosis How Eric reached Graves' remission using herbs, dietary changes, and addressing adrenal fatigue What an integrative approach to thyroid treatment looks like How some patients are able to eventually get off medication by addressing the autoimmune component of Graves' disease Eric's current maintenance routine of diet, supplements, stress management, and exercise to stay in remission Eric's advice for those newly diagnosed with Graves' - focusing on diet, stress reduction, and working with a practitioner to find the root causes Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and a certified functional medicine practitioner who has over 20 years of experience in health in wellness, and has been helping people with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions since 2009. He is the author of the books "Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease", "The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet", and "Hashimoto's Triggers", and is the host of the Save My Thyroid podcast. You can find more about Eric at www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com. His podcast is Save My Thyroid: https://savemythyroid.com/podcast-2/ His books: "Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease": https://amzn.to/4dHhvyq "Hashimoto's Triggers": https://amzn.to/4dxiMZ2 Whether you're facing hyper or hypo thyroid challenges, this episode will shed light on the lifestyle factors that can aid symptoms and remission. If you find this podcast helpful, please share it with others or leave us a rating and review. Together, we're changing lives one story at a time. And in doing so, you're also advancing your own health, one step at a time. Episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/remission-from-graves Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

I'm excited to introduce you to Dr. Sam Shay. Sam's personal health journey began at a young age, facing chronic unwellness from severe fatigue, anxiety, digestive problems, chronic pain, insomnia, depression, and poor nutrition. He took control of his health as a teenager, dedicating his life to natural medicine. Today, Sam is known as the friendly "lab nerd," specializing in functional lab and genetic analysis to deliver data-driven results. Sam is a dedicated chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner who specializes in solving health puzzles for busy, health-conscious parents, entrepreneurs, and adults on the spectrum. Sam's mission is to help individuals exit survival mode and re-enter community life with increased resilience and energy, utilizing the power of functional genetics. In our conversation, you'll hear about: His health struggles and the pivotal moments that led him to alternative and functional medicine. His journey from being chronically unwell to becoming a health practitioner. How he used functional genetics to address his own health challenges, including severe inflammation, dietary issues, and genetic predispositions. How genetics influence health, but are not the only influence. How higher-order genetic drivers, like genes regulating inflammation, free radical scavenging, liver detox capacity, and vitamin D utilization, have a more significant influence on overall health than and do the genes for breast cancer, Alzheimer's or other conditions Sam's 10 pillars of health framework, which helps identify and address the root causes of chronic health issues And insights into genetic testing and genetic analysis and how it can be used to create personalized health strategies Sam's story is a powerful testament to the importance of taking personal agency over one's health and the incredible benefits of functional medicine and genetics. Lastly, Sam is also a stand-up comic who uses comedy as "edutainment" on his Youtube Channel, along with his other functional testing teachings. His primary focus in comedy is to educate the public on what it's like to be on the Spectrum, specifically Aspergers. No matter the health challenges you face, Sam's journey is an inspiring reminder that recovery and well-being are within reach. How to find Sam: Website: www.DrSamShay.com Free gift: www.DrSamShay.com/genetics Genetics Mini-Course + eBook: "Your Missing Genes: The revolutionary method to find your ideal diet, balanced weight, and help "Stop-The-Clock" of the effects of aging. Functional Genetics: www.DrSamShay.com/genetics-program YouTube channel of interviews: https://www.youtube.com/tenpointwellness Stand-Up Comedy: bit.ly/samuelcomedyclips FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/sam.shay.792/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamshay/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sam-shay-dc-ifmcp-922133128/ Episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/genetic-analysis Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information on this podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

In this episode of Rebuilding My Health Radio, I'm bringing you one of the most important interviews and stories I've ever had the honor of capturing.  In the episode, I interview Francis McNear, or Frank, who was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's 12 years ago, at the age of 62. The average life expectancy for someone diagnosed is typically about a decade and it's a frightening decline. And yet… 12 years after his diagnosis, Frank and I had an intelligent conversation about his journey back from Alzheimer's. Frank went on to write his story and title the book, Defeating Dementia. That would not have been possible if he had not overhead a conversation years ago – while having lunch – about a promising approach to cognitive decline that was uncovered by the neurologist Dr. Dale Bredesen. At the time, 9 out of 10 of the participants in a small study had seen improvements in their dementia. Now, hundreds are finding help with a precision medicine approach. This is compared to over 400 failed clinical trials for Alzheimer's drugs. In our conversation, Frank candidly shares… What it was like to begin losing his cognition and the fallout in his business and relationships His struggle to come to terms with what was happening How he got a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer's How he found an alternative Alzheimer's treatment What the approach looked like for him and the impact on his cognitive abilities And finally, what his life is like today He's living a vibrant life and has written several books since his diagnosis. And he's thrilled to have become a grandfather for the first time and able to really enjoy his granddaughter. My hope is that Frank's story gives you hope and inspiration and a new understanding of what's possible. Frank is by no means the only one experiencing life-changing results with a precision medicine approach to dementia. Episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/alzheimers-recovery Resources mentioned: Defeating Dementia: My Story of Recovery from Alzheimer's by Francis C. McNear: https://amzn.to/4bWxW9F The End of Alzheimer's: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline by Dr. Dale Bredesen: https://amzn.to/3VEAAez   If you find this podcast or my site helpful, please pass it on to others or give us a rating and review. We're changing lives one story at a time. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links.   

What are the symptoms of mold toxicity and how do you detox your body and home? Today I'm bringing you an information-packed episode on mold toxicity and mast cell activation syndrome. Like many, my guest today spent years struggling with her health before linking her many symptoms to mold exposure. For Cara Hoepner, the symptoms associated with mold exposure included cardiac arrhythmia, dizziness, rage, suicidal thoughts, chronic kidney disease, constipation, sleeplessness and more. Cara has been through years of resolving mold in her body and home spaces and is sharing her hard-earned insights on navigating it on multiple fronts. In our conversation, you'll hear… ·       The impact of mold on her health ·       How she tested her body and home for mold ·       How she detoxed from mold toxicity and recovered from what's called mast-cell activation syndrome, which was triggered by mold exposure ·       Her recommendations for mold testing, inspections, and remediation ·       Her do's and don'ts when confronting mold ·       Mold resources Mast cell activation syndrome, or MCAS, is when chemicals called mast cell mediators are released too frequently or abundantly, and in response to triggers that are not typically considered to be harmful, such as foods. This can lead to a wide range of symptoms. About Cara Hoepner Cara Hoepner completed nurse practitioner training at the University of California, San Francisco, and is in private practice in San Francisco – seeing California patients. She provides traditional and integrative medicine, as well as solution-focused wellness coaching, to individuals living with the challenges of mood, anxiety, trauma, ADHD – and sleep. Cara specializes in complex cases, and solutions without side effects. In her roles as author, speaker, and advisor, Cara focuses on educating and motivating clinicians, industry and the public to employ medications and supplementation, psychotherapy, and a whole-person, lifestyle approach to mental health. Find Cara at https://www.bayareapsychiatric.com/. In my talk with Cara, she generously shared some visuals with mold insights and resources. To see the slides behind our talk, find the link to the YouTube video in the show notes. If you find this podcast or my site helpful, please pass it on to others or give us a rating and review. We're changing lives one story at a time. Episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/mold-and-mcas Resources mentioned: ERMI testing from EnviroBiomics John Banta, johnbanta.com, an IEP (indoor environmental professional) who provided consultation and cleaning tips to Kara. Mickey Contini, https://simplegoodhealth.com/, a nutritionist and mold specialist who Kara recommends for her expertise in mold issues. Mary Cordero, https://marycordaro.com/products, a building biologist who recommends certain air purifier brands. Lawrence Afrin, https://drtaniadempsey.com/lawrence-afrin/, described as the world's foremost expert on mast cell activation syndrome. Air filter from Austin Air – Healthmate Plus Blueair purifiers, https://www.blueair.com/us/air-purifiers   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

How did Xenia go from bedridden to zero symptoms of 3 autoimmune conditions? Hear her inspiring chronic illness turnaround story on the latest episode. In our conversation, you'll hear… · How quickly her symptoms came on in her 20s · How she uncovered 3 autoimmune disorders · Why she looked outside conventional medicine for help · The role of diet and lifestyle in regaining her health · Why no one type of diet fits all and how she found the best way of eating for her · How to find balance in adopting healing strategies · The power of mindset in her recovery · Her hard-won advice for others struggling with illness · A look at her integrative approach to staying symptom-free In her previous life, Xenia worked in Finance until she fell ill in her mid-20s. She couldn't keep up with her job and her life, was bedridden for a while, and eventually decided to quit her job while focusing only on recovery. During that time, she overshot and became obsessed with living a healthy lifestyle, struggling with depression and disordered eating. She was eventually able to turn it around and find balance, which is when true healing finally happened. She is now symptom-free and started coaching because she wants to support others who are going through the same thing & share her knowledge. Episode home page. Find and connect with Xenia on her site and Instagram. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

What does an integrative approach to cancer look like? Jenn shares the physical, mental, and spiritual steps she took to heal. In 2015, Jenn was diagnosed with breast cancer – and by that point, it had already metastasized to multiple parts of her body. Her lymph nodes were the size of golf balls. It's a terrifying diagnosis for anyone, but all the more so as she thought of her four small children. Jenn lived near excellent cancer treatment centers and got multiple opinions – all pointing her to the standard of care for this type of diagnosis: surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy. Despite it all, her intuition strongly told her that wasn't the right path for her. She ultimately decided to proceed with holistic approaches and only the minimal amount of surgery necessary. And in time, Jenn cleared her body of cancer and is living a vibrant life today. In our conversation, you'll hear… The details of the holistic path that Jenn took, including the therapies she used. Why she followed a low-carb, keto diet. How meditation played a major role in navigating decisions and healing How you can tap into what Jenn calls your inner guru for guidance How her health crisis inspired a shift away from her longtime, demanding banking career And what plant stem cells are and their role in Jenn's healing. You can find links to learn more about plant stem cells in the show notes. Jennifer Payeur is a passionate advocate for the healing power of nature. After experiencing a life-threatening health issue, she left a 29-year career as an executive in Financial Services. She embarked on a journey of self-discovery, reconnecting with the inherent healing properties of plants. In 2019, she founded Nature Provides, an innovative plant stem cell company. Her mission is to educate and empower others on how these unique plant remedies detoxify, strengthen and rejuvenate the cells in the body, bringing vibrant health to the individual. No matter what health challenges you might be facing, there's rich wisdom in Jenn's story. So much of it is about tuning in to intuition and slowing down. Mentioned resources: Nature Provides plant stem cells Tripping Over the Truth The Metabolic Approach to Cancer Episode home page Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

How did one woman end chronic pain, migraines, fatigue, hormone imbalances and other symptoms – without costly therapies, surgery, or medications? For Allison Samon, the answer was surprisingly simple: nutrition. For 10 years, it felt like she had tried everything and seen every type of practitioner. Then, one of them asked her what she had for breakfast that day. That question would change her life. In this episode, we're talking about Allison's powerful personal health turnaround and what I believe is the most underrated, underestimated approach to avoiding and also reversing illness - food. You'll hear what worked for Allison and her advice now as a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Functional Nutritionist. In our conversation, you'll hear about… ·       What did and didn't work for Allison's chronic pain ·       How she finally found a solution that ended the pain and other symptoms ·       Why what she thought was a healthy breakfast actually wasn't ·       Why nutrition is so powerful in reducing the inflammation that causes pain ·       Some nutrition changes that tend to help most people ·       Why compromised digestion may affect your nutrient absorption ·       And her thoughts on types of nutrition and food sensitivity testing About Allison Samon Allison Samon is a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Functional Nutritionist who works virtually with people to get out of chronic illness, escape mystery symptoms and help them to re-design their lifestyle so they can be fit, energized and pain free in ways that are easy, fun and sustainable. She offers 1:1 coaching and group programs like her Chronic Illness Recovery Blueprint and the Reboot from Chronic Illness Cleanse. She's also a co-author in the Amazon international best selling book, “Teach Your Expertise.” And her proudest accomplishment is becoming a first time Mom, naturally over 40 and inspiring other women to have successful, healthy pregnancies despite being considered “geriatric” by conventional standards.  No matter what health struggles you're facing, I know you'll get a ton out of this conversation. I'm excited for you to listen. And if you have feedback or want to continue the conversation, reach out to me or Allie.   Mentioned resources and links:   Allison's site   Her free guide: The Roadmap to Chronic Illness /Mystery Illness Recovery   Find Allison on social at @healthallie   Episode home page   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com     The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

What are the symptoms of mold illness and how do you clear your body and home from mold? My guest, Dr. Emily Kiberd, shares her story of recovering from mold illness symptoms and navigating more than a dozen moldy homes. A chiropractor, Dr. Emily Kiberd never expected to add “mold specialist” to her list of qualifications. But then, she also never expected to find herself in at least seven moldy homes over the past 14 years, from New York City to Colorado. Across the years, she's repeatedly seen mold-related symptoms arise in herself and her family. Each time, she's had to take a multi-pronged approach to detox her body and either leave her home or remediate. Emily shared her journey and what she's learned along the way about recovery, inspection, remediation, and more. In our conversation, you'll hear about… Her journey of escaping mold across multiple homes in two states The mold-triggered symptoms she experiences and the symptoms she sees in her kids How Emily has addressed her own and her family's mold symptoms Other symptoms that may be linked to mold How she's addressed mold in various homes How you might approach finding mold in your own home Types of mold testing for your body and home Ways to save money by starting with your own visual inspection and some tools to do this on your own When to hire mold inspectors and remediators What happens if you can't find the source? How to decide whether to stay or go if your home is moldy How certain molds like certain types of materials and how to correlate that with your lab tests About Dr. Emily Kiberd Dr Emily Kiberd is a chiropractor of 16 years, mama to Elvis and Brooklyn, and founder of Thyroid Strong, the only doctor-designed strength program for the Hashi ladies to work out without burnout. Thyroid Strong marries the functional movement workouts with functional medicine to heal Hashimoto's symptoms.   She put her own Hashimoto's into remission with dietary changes, refinement in her exercise routine, and lifestyle changes, including addressing underlying environmental toxins.    She's recovered from mold exposure numerous times and shares the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to mold detox, mold inspection, and remediation. She now helps her clients living with Hashimoto's do the same to get rid of their brain fog and finally thrive.   Mentioned resources and links: Find Emily: https://www.dremilykiberd.com/ and @DrEmilyKiberd Emily's mold masterclass: www.dremilykiberd.com/mold Ritchie Shoemaker, Surviving Mold: Life in the Era of Dangerous Buildings, https://amzn.to/4aRaQkI Dr. Jill Crista, Break the Mold: 5 Tools to Conquer Mold and Take Back Your Health, https://amzn.to/3RQ51ev Dr. Andrew Campbell, https://mymycolab.com/about_us   Mold testing: ERMI testing from EnviroBiomics: https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/mycotoxins/?v=7516fd43adaa   Inspection tools: Boroscope: https://amzn.to/3tNY0CV Moisture meter: https://amzn.to/3tBhKK8 Humidity meter: https://amzn.to/3tNXSmV   Episode home page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/how-emily-broke-free-from-mold-illness-and-7-moldy-homes/   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

What does a bioindividual approach to reversing rheumatoid arthritis and lupus look like? Today's guest shares her journey of overcoming both. We dive into the story of Lindsay O'Neill, a tech executive who faced and overcame life-changing health challenges. Lindsay shares her journey from a successful career in AI and machine learning to navigating a life-changing accident and autoimmune diseases, to finding healing for herself and her daughter. Episode Summary When she got the diagnoses of RA and lupus, which her doctor called rhupus, she immediately had the mindset of working to reverse them. The Turning Point: A Life-Altering Accident •           Lindsay recounts the accident that occurred while she was seven months pregnant, which marked the beginning of her health struggles. •           Despite giving birth to a healthy daughter, Lindsay experienced severe autoimmune symptoms, including hair loss, chronic pain, and fatigue. The Healing Process: Diet and Lifestyle Changes •           Lindsay emphasizes the significant role of diet and lifestyle changes in her recovery. •           She shares her approach to identifying food sensitivities and the importance of eliminating inflammatory foods •           Lindsay highlights the challenge of adapting these changes for her young daughter and the role of mindful eating. Mindfulness and Stress Reduction •           Lindsay discusses the crucial role of mindfulness and stress management in healing. •           She shares personal practices like gratitude, meditation, and breathwork that contributed to her and her daughter's recovery. The Role of Bioenergetics in Healing •           Lindsay introduces bioenergetics and its impact on her daughter's health. •           She explains the technologies used, including pulse electro frequency and near-infrared light therapy. No matter what health challenges you might be facing, Lindsay's interview and story will shed light on the small steps that can, in fact, swing the big door of change for your health. About Lindsay Mure-O'Neill Lindsay Mure-O'Neill, the founder of SmallHinges.Health and co-founder of Wellness Eternal, is an acclaimed expert in the realms of health, technology, and holistic wellness. As a seasoned TEDx speaker and on-camera talent, Lindsay captivates audiences with her compelling insights and journey of bio-individual healing. With a distinguished career as an Ai & Big Data technologist and marketer, Lindsay has spent decades at the intersection of technology and human experience. Her passion for leveraging data to transform lives extends beyond the professional realm into her roles as a certified Culinary Medicine Chef from the prestigious Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a Wellness Coach through ACE Fitness. Lindsay's also committed to mental health advocacy and education as evidenced by her role as a dedicated board member of #HalfTheStory. She believes that you DON'T have to change everything to change everything. Small hinges swing the BIG door of positive change.   Episode Summary Linday's business, Small Hinges Wellness Eternal Lindsay's YouTube Lindsay's Instagram The Ammortal Chamber Episode home page.   Mentioned resources: Her Bioindividual Route Out of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus - Rebuilding My Health Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

How do you move past challenging life experiences, trauma, or limiting beliefs? For one Colorado woman, the answer was in something called the Rapid Rewire Method. Stephanie Kwong shares how she rapidly overcame a dark period in her life after going through a miscarriage. She had long been in the personal development industry and was not finding relief with all the tools she knew of… until she found one specific method to turn it all around. About Stephanie Kwong Stephanie Kwong has spent over a decade in the personal development industry, working as a Subconscious Rewiring coach, Hypnotherapist, Breathwork Facilitator, teacher of Self-Love, and now serves her divine calling as the Co-Founder/CEO of the Rapid Rewire Method (RRM). She is deeply obsessed with the RRM tools, which are groundbreaking and radically effective psycho-emotional and spiritual processes that guarantee rapid integrative change. It's her mission to show the world why these tools are truly capable of cultivating joy, fulfillment, and happiness by ending cycles of suffering. By helping her past clients identify and remove mental and emotional roadblocks, she has shown them the path to achieving the personal, professional, and financial results they desire. Her work proves that shifting from a life of limitation and stress to one of power and freedom is possible, and with the Rapid Rewire Method, this shift is fast, painless, and sustainable. Episode Summary In this episode, Stephanie shares her profound personal experience of overcoming intense trauma using the innovative Rapid Rewire Method. Despite her expertise in numerous personal development techniques, Stephanie struggled to overcome the biggest trauma of her adult life when she suffered a miscarriage. This event plunged her into grief, leaving her struggling with day-to-day life. Discover how the Rapid Rewire Method, a groundbreaking approach developed by a Yugoslav psychotherapist, transformed Stephanie's life in just one 60-minute session. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking rapid, sustainable healing from trauma, grief, or limiting beliefs. Learn about this unique method that integrates mental, emotional, and somatic content, offering a holistic and transformative healing experience. Stephanie's story is not just about personal recovery; it's about empowering others to find their path to healing and resilience. Don't miss this episode filled with insights on overcoming life's toughest challenges and emerging stronger. If you're facing the lingering impact of an intense life experience or limiting emotions or beliefs, then I know you'll get a lot out of this episode. Try the Rapid Rewire Method. Quickly alleviate any negative or unwanted emotional charges, which will allow you to shift out of stuckness, anxiety, fear, doubt, frustration, etc. and into an empowered, purposeful state. Episode home page.   Mentioned resources: Thrive Market - Buying organic, gluten-free, and paleo goods can get expensive. That's why I shop for many staples at the online store, Thrive Market. With a membership, you get grocery items for less, and those savings add up quickly over time. Thrive is offering 30% off groceries and up to $60 worth of gifts. Learn more. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook Instagram Pinterest Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com   The information in this show is for educational and inspirational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of qualified professionals. Keep in mind that what works for one person may not work for another. Always consult your healthcare practitioners before beginning new approaches or treatments. Some links on Rebuilding My Health may be affiliate links. This means that we may receive a commission - with no additional cost to you - if you make any purchases using those affiliate links. 

How did a New York mom transform her multiple sclerosis symptoms with lifestyle changes?   In this episode of the Rebuilding My Health Radio podcast, Agota Nawroth shares her journey of significantly reducing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) through lifestyle changes and a mindset. And as a recent author of the book, Beating Multiple Sclerosis, she offers insights into some of the ways that others are also healing MS.   In this episode, you'll hear… 1. Agota's journey from a life-altering multiple sclerosis diagnosis to a life filled with hope and vitality. 2. The dietary changes that became a cornerstone of Agota's wellness plan and dramatically improved her MS symptoms. 3. The game-changing steps she took to minimize her MS symptoms. 4. The transformative power of a positive mindset and how Agota cultivated resilience. 5. The importance of listening to your body and responding accordingly. 6. How Agota's inspiring journey led her to write a book and become a beacon of hope for those seeking to take control of their health and well-being.   About Agota Nawroth Agota Nawroth is a devoted mother, a certified health coach, and someone who has faced the unique challenges of living with multiple sclerosis (MS). She is also the author and publisher of the enlightening book “Beating Multiple Sclerosis,” which not only shares her own journey but also chronicles the stories of dozens of others who are conquering this disease. She is the founder of www.BeatingMultipleSclerosis.com, an online community committed to healing. You can find her on Instagram and YouTube at @BeatingMyMS.   Agota's MS Journey: A Life-Changing Diagnosis Agota's journey with MS began in March 2019, a life-altering moment that turned her world upside down. “I was diagnosed in 2019, and now, looking back, I feel like I'm a different person,” she says. “So many things have changed in my life, and I think I can say the same for anyone diagnosed with a disease like multiple sclerosis."   In those early days, she turned to Instagram as a way to document her journey, share her experiences, and find hope. Her platform, now known as "Beating My MS," quickly evolved into a source of inspiration and education for others battling MS.   A Life Unraveled: The Sudden Onset of MS Agota's MS diagnosis came seemingly out of the blue. She had recently returned from her honeymoon and was eagerly preparing to start a family. Her initial symptoms were anxiety and unexplained depression, making it difficult to identify the impending storm. It wasn't long before she experienced numbness in her forehead and hearing loss in her left ear.   At first, Agota attributed these symptoms to various factors such as altitude or the recent plane ride after a trip to Colorado.   Her search led her through various doctors, including an ear specialist who couldn't find any definitive answers. Concerned that her symptoms could be connected to her brain, she asked for an MRI.   When the MRI results came in, Agota received a call urging her to see a neurologist immediately, as she might have multiple sclerosis.    Agota's initial reaction was to turn to the internet, where she encountered a flood of information, some of which painted a grim picture of disability. She confided, "I don't know, I just felt like my life was collapsing. That day, I couldn't stop crying."   A Determined Approach: Transforming Mindset and Lifestyle In the face of this daunting diagnosis, Agota decided to take matters into her own hands. As she learned more about MS, she discovered that diet and lifestyle play pivotal roles in managing the condition.   She decided to start her journey to wellness by changing her diet and quickly realized the connection between her diet and her MS symptoms.   She noted, "I was feeling better once I started eating better. Every time I was eating pizza or gluten, like anything that contains gluten, I was feeling face numbness. So those were signs that I was listening to."   Initially, she began with dietary changes, eliminating gluten, dairy, refined sugar, and other potentially inflammatory foods. She focused on incorporating more fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins into her daily meals. This shift in her diet brought noticeable improvements in her health.   Beyond diet changes, she explored meditation as a means of reducing stress and promoting mental well-being. She admitted that, at first, meditation was a struggle, but she persevered, and it has now become a daily practice that brings peace and clarity to her life.   Agota also made the transition from intense workouts to gentler forms of exercise, such as yoga and walking, which were kinder to her body and helped her stay active while managing her condition.   Sharing the Journey: Building a Supportive Community As Agota implemented these lifestyle changes and embraced a proactive mindset, she felt compelled to share her journey with others who were going through similar challenges.   On Instagram, where she inspires tens of thousands of others with MS, Agota's posts are filled with inspiring interviews and insights. Over time, Agota's platform has grown into a beacon of hope, proving that lifestyle changes and a resilient mindset can significantly improve the quality of life for those with MS.   Recently, Agota published a collection of inspiring MS success stories in Beating Multiple Sclerosis. It serves as a valuable resource and source of inspiring for those with MS and other chronic health conditions.   Agota's remarkable transformation through lifestyle changes and an unwavering positive mindset is a testament to the potential within us all.   Episode home page   Mentioned books and resources: Beating Multiple Sclerosis Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts…   Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! Get a copy of our free guide, Break Free from Chronic Illness: 4 Insights from Hundreds Who Have Done It. 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How did a young woman recover from pain, digestive issues, anxiety and depression after a life-changing pancreatic tumor? In this episode, I'm talking with Leah Drew, who at a young age experienced a dramatic health event that changed the course of our life. She ultimately learned that she had a pancreatic tumor that, though benign, required the removal of a large portion of her pancreas. Following that, she experienced a host of symptoms from severe pain and digestive issues to significant anxiety and depression. As a young woman she eventually found her way to a healing diet and mind-body practices that helped her work through the emotional and physical trauma that she held in her body. In our conversation you'll hear… The powerful physical and emotional steps she found the most healing The turning points in her life that enabled her to take back control of her health and become what she calls a self-healer The mindset that was pivotal to helping her move forward in a place of power Some of the most game-changing mind-body tactics she discovered And her advice for others on a healing path Today, Leah is a Mind-Body Healing Guide who teaches others to become more confident & effective self-healers. She is also the host of the Mindful Evolution Podcast where she helps others turn their wounds into wisdom and pain into power so that they can get un-stuck, heal and grow. Leah believes strongly in evolving as a human race through mindfulness, self-care, and self-awareness and believes that every person should have access to the tools they need to feel empowered over their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing.   Visit the episode home page.   Find Leah online and on Instagram. Download her free mind-body check-in. Mentioned books and resources: The Emotion Code The Body Keeps Score The Comprehensive Resource Model The Art of Self Muscle Testing   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Is it possible to heal breast cancer naturally? In this week's episode, you'll hear from Katrina Foe, a mother who treated her breast cancer without chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation and has now gone on to help others reach and stay in remission. When Katrina found a lump in her breast, she knew she wanted to take a natural approach. By finding and addressing the root causes behind her breast cancer, the tumor was gone in a little over a year and she has remained cancer-free for eight years. After overcoming her own cancer 100% naturally, and driven by her core belief that the body can heal itself, Katrina went on to become a holistic nutritionist and trained to read functional labs. As a faculty member at Restorative Wellness Solutions, Katrina teaches practitioners to interpret functional labs and design individualized protocols. Katrina is also a certified Metabolic Approach to Cancer practitioner, having been trained and mentored by Dr. Nasha Winters. Katrina's approach to cancer addresses the root cause of the disease and empowers clients to keep it in remission without living in fear of recurrence. In her international bestseller, Nutritional Pilates, Katrina offers a framework for whole-body health that casts light on potential obstacles that can obstruct wellbeing. In our conversation, You'll hear… How Katrina's breast cancer journey began Why and how she made the decision to treat it naturally The various root causes behind cancer and the tactics she took to resolve them What Dr. Nasha Winters' Metabolic Approach to Cancer is and how it targets cancer cells What an integrative approach to cancer might look like The types of practitioners who helped Katrina And how this led to a career change You'll want to listen to this interview for Katrina's inspiring story, her path to healing, and her tips for others on addressing breast cancer and other forms of cancer naturally.   Links:   Find Katrina Foe at www.CancerFreedom.com     The episode home page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/breast-cancer   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Could your pain, incontinence or even digestive issues be connected to pelvic floor dysfunction? Did you know that half of all women are living with pelvic floor issues but may not be connecting their symptoms to their pelvic floor? More well-known symptoms include pelvic pain and incontinence. But symptoms like back and hip pain and even digestive issues may also be linked to pelvic floor dysfunction. Today's episode with Jana Danielson is packed with insights to help you better understand and address your pelvic floor health. In this episode, we discuss… The wide collection of symptoms that were all connected to Jana's core strength and pelvic floor How she eliminated all those symptoms and 11 medications in just 16 weeks The links between the spine, core, pelvic floor muscles, digestion and the rest of the body Why 90% of pelvic floor dysfunction issues are not medical, but a fitness issue How breathing can help and guidance on how The challenges of having an unseen, undiagnosed illness Why Jana's Cooch Ball may be the simplest pelvic floor therapy out there And Jana's hard-won wisdom on health and wellness In my interview, Jana Danielson shares her personal story of recovering from a host of symptoms primarily by addressing her pelvic floor and her wisdom from years working with thousands of people. Jana Danielson is a leading voice in pelvic health. She's an award-winning wellness entrepreneur who through her own experience with physical pain turned her mess into her message which has now become her mission.  She is an Amazon International Best Selling Author, Founder of Lead Pilates and Lead Integrated Health Therapies and the Metta District, her online wellness community. Jana is a member of the Holistic Leadership Council. She is also the creator of the Cooch Ball, the world's first patented pelvic floor fitness tool for women. Jana has coached and consulted with tens of thousands of women from all over the world to help improve their quality of life, their confidence, and their impact in this world. Time stamps: 10:10 The “Madonna” moment that set Jana's health and life on a new path 14:36 How Jana's health turnaround led to a career change 21:20 The connection between your spine, core and pelvic floor 27:13 The #1 thing you can do today to improve your pelvic floor health 35:34 Why and how the Cooch Ball and Gooch Ball work 44:44 The mindset shift that can help with healing You'll want to listen to this interview for the wealth of information on pelvic health and Jana's inspiring story of turning her mess into her message.   Links: Find Jana Danielson online at coochball.com or mettadistrict.com.   Learn more about the Healthy Pelvic Floor Masterclass.    Download The Healthy Pelvic Floor eBook.   The episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/pelvic-floor   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

In this episode of the Rebuilding My Health Radio podcast, Dr. Selvi Rengasami shares her journey of reaching remission and beyond from Crohn's disease. Since childhood, she had endured difficult digestive symptoms. But once she was in a stressful college environment, it soon advanced to Crohn's disease.   As she pursued her own lifelong dream of becoming a physician, she grappled with accepting and managing what would become a debilitating illness.   In this episode, we discuss…   The challenging, and at times, life-threatening impact of Crohn's on her health Her experience with conventional Crohn's treatment, including steroids and surgeries Why this MD explored alternative approaches How a paleo diet influenced her Crohn's symptoms The positive impact of acupuncture Her mind-body approach to healing, including meditation, visualization, and inner child work How she learned to listen to her body's signals and treat symptoms as invitations for deeper self-awareness The importance of healing at the body's own pace How she reached remission from Crohn's and beyond Her advice for others on a healing journey   Today, Dr. Selvi feels more alive, creative, and free than ever, and is helping others get there too. Dr. Selvi guides women with gut disease on the path to remission and beyond using her unique methodology of integrative nutrition, energetics and intuitive medicine. Having gone through her own personal journey with Crohn's disease and finding remission and beyond when western medicine failed her, Dr. Selvi's passion lies in sharing her wisdom and insights with women on a similar path. Her expertise and interests extend into the areas of rewiring mindset, energy healing and re-connecting women to their own intuitive guidance. Dr. Selvi lives in New York City and loves to dance, travel and explore in her free time.   No matter what health challenges you may be facing, Dr. Selvi's resilience will inspire you and her story will show the power of mind-body approaches, ways to look at your illness differently, and the importance of healing at your own pace.     Find her online.   The episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/crohns-remission   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

In this episode, I diverge from our typical format of interviewing others with health success stories. Instead, I'm sharing my personal health success story for eliminating autoimmunity, arthritis, anxiety, and more. I walk you through the “table legs” of what it took to rebuild my own health. In this episode, I discuss… When my health crash hit and what that looked like How I struggled with symptoms such as digestive issues, severe fatigue, anxiety, arthritis, inflammation, brain fog, and more Why I turned to alternative health and a “root-cause” approach after trying conventional tactics How diet changes affected my symptoms and gut health The impact of addressing small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), Candida overgrowth, H. pylori, leaky gut, and dysbiosis The role of clearing toxins and reducing toxin exposure How mindset and mind-body practices mattered What my health looks like today And the types of practitioners who helped   You'll want to listen today if you're dealing with any chronic or unresolved health issues.   Find the episode home page.     Practitioners I worked with:   Angela Privin of Do It Yourself Health, my gut-health coach Dr. Jill Carnahan, a functional medicine MD, helped with gut health, hormone health, adrenals and some things that weigh me down such as lingering viral loads from past infections like Epstein Barr. Sinclair Kennally and Michael Spandel of Detox Rejuvenation. They specialize in detox as a pathway to better gut health and overall health. Dr. Robert Ray in Lafayette, Colorado for neurofeedback to help with balancing brain waves to reduce anxiety Dr. Louise Swartswalter, who helped with energy and brain balancing and clearing past trauma Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Today I'm bringing you an inspiring story from a woman who found her way out of a life-altering health setback. After a series of major life stressors, Dr. Christine Smith saw her health unravel with injuries, hormone and skin issues, adrenal dysfunction, extreme food sensitivities and allergies, and mold toxicity. As a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, she threw everything she knew of at the problem and sought help from her peers. But ultimately, to heal, she found she had to go inward and reach a sense of feeling safer in her body - with meditation. In this episode, we discuss… How physical and emotional stressors compounded to gradually erode Dr. Christine's health How stress affected her digestion, hormones, adrenals, skin, and more Why throwing more supplements at your body may not be the best avenue How she used diet or food as a tool to control inflammation How she realized that healing had to come from within How meditation helped her feel safer in her body Her experience with ketamine therapy for addressing trauma Dr. Christine Smith has focused her work on seeing the whole person through personalized, integrative healthcare and regularly works with other trusted providers to create holistic care plans. Her path has included many experiences outside the straight academic path, including working in different healthcare systems abroad, leading her to where she is today. As a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Doctor of Chiropractic with a background in Cognitive Neuroscience, she specializes in Holistic Injury Recovery and Chronic Inflammation Prevention to help active people come back stronger, uncover hidden injuries and prevent re-injury. She does this by teaching clients how to use recovery time as a gift to restructure lifestyle priorities, to learn to speak the language of their body through education rather than medication, and heal beyond the scars. Find her online and on YouTube. And find some of her meditations.   Resources mentioned: Insight Timer (she likes Sarah Blondin) Dr. Joe Dispenza   Find the episode home page.   You'll want to listen today if you're dealing with any chronic or unresolved health issues.   And just a reminder, this is the last episode before a short summer break. We'll be back in August so stay tuned.   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

If you have struggled with digestive challenges, skin issues, or anxiety, then you don't want to miss today's episode. I'm talking with Nicole Lavery, who finally solved three decades of health struggles via a natural route. Today, she's talking specifically about parasites, which are a very common cause of digestive symptoms and a host of other symptoms. Nicole is a former ballerina turned writer and holistic wellness coach, based outside of Boulder, Colorado. After spending the better part of 3 decades battling IBS and a conventional health approach that left her without answers, she turned to functional medicine and Eastern methodologies – thus giving her the root cause answer she had been looking for: parasites. In addition to overcoming her gut challenges, Nicole also made the decision to have several preventive surgeries in 2021 and 2022 to offset her high risk (+45%) for breast and ovarian cancer, thus allowing her to take control of her health and related health anxiety that had dominated so much of her life previously. Hers is a story about digging in deeper to find answers, honing in on intuition, and leveraging a holistic approach in order to feel better - mind, body, and soul.   In this episode, we discuss… What Nicole's early health struggles looked like Her search for answers and how she found them outside of conventional medicine The gut infections and dysbiosis behind her symptoms How she uncovered and treated parasites The link between parasites and mood The parasite protocol that worked for her and her change in symptoms And how Nicole navigated proactive medical decisions because of a family history of cancer   You'll take away fascinating insights on the role of parasites in Nicole's journey and our overall health.   You can find Nicole online, on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.     Download Nicole's free Parasites 101 Guide (use the password rebuildingmyhealth). It's a brief yet comprehensive overview of how parasites might be at the root cause of your symptoms, along with helpful hints regarding cleansing and ongoing maintenance.    And be sure to schedule a complimentary 30-minute discovery call with Nicole to take the next steps to work through any existing gut health or stress management issues you may be facing.     Find the episode home page.   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Podcast Post-Production and Management by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

In this episode, I'm talking with Sally Aponte, who was finally on the road to recovery after diagnosing celiac disease. Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition where your body is not able to digest gluten, which is in so much of what we eat in the Western diet. Sally began a gluten-free diet and then later, a keto diet, and felt better for a while. But then, she started having a fresh set of health challenges to unravel. She ultimately discovered the cause behind it and has gone on to become an expert in this area. In this episode, we discuss… · How Sally finally linked digestive symptoms, hair loss, weakness, and skin issues to celiac disease · Why her symptoms and energy improved but then worsened again on a gluten-free diet and then a keto diet · The cause behind joint pain and new skin issues: oxalate toxicity · What oxalates are and some of the highest oxalate foods · Why a daily green smoothie may not be the healthiest option for everyone · The types of symptoms that might be linked to oxalate toxicity · How oxalates can contribute to kidney stones · The best type of testing for oxalate levels · Why it's important to detox from oxalates slowly · And how oxalate buildup is not just about what you eat Sally's experience inspired her to pursue alternative healing methods, which led her to become a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. Sally Aponte is both a Physical Therapist Assistant and an FDN coach. Her mission is to empower individuals who suffer from chronic digestive problems and oxalate toxicity by providing them with the right tools and lifestyle choices needed to live a healthy life, free from disease, and enjoy their golden years to the fullest. How to find Sally: To learn more about Sally, you can email her at info@sallyaponte.com. Or check out her Facebook group. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Find the episode home page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/oxalate-toxicity/ Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Audio Production, Mix and Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Welcome back to Rebuilding My Health Radio. It's our 50th episode! Today I'm excited to bring you a really insightful interview with Dr. Doni Wilson, a naturopathic doctor and bestselling author whose latest book is “Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health.”   For Dr. Doni, frequent and severe migraines began in her 20s. A single migraine could affect her for days. As she became a naturopathic doctor, she researched doggedly migraine causes and tried a slew of things that didn't help. Finally, she found a combination of approaches that ended her migraines. In this episode, we discuss… What worked and didn't work for her in curtailing and ultimately stopping her migraines What worked and didn't work for her in curtailing and ultimately stopping her migraines The dietary change that decreased her migraine frequency by half Migraines relative to monthly cycles The effect of stress on migraines The genetic factors that increased her likelihood of migraines How clearing toxins from her body and home further reduced migraines How she calmed her nervous system and eliminated migraines for good with plant medicine (ayahuasca) And how her search for her own answers helped her become a better doctor   DR. DONI WILSON is a Naturopathic Doctor, certified professional midwife, certified nutrition specialist, and bestselling author of “Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health.” For more than 22 years, she has helped thousands of patients overcome health challenges and achieve wellness by using specific strategies that address the whole body and ultimately resolve the underlying causes of distress. Dr. Doni suffered from migraines for over 20 years, and in the process of solving them, she developed her Stress Recovery Protocol. Dr. Doni brings awareness to the impact of stress on our health and how it is possible to recover from burnout and become resilient to stress in the media and at public and professional events.   You can find her blog, podcast, called How Humans Heal, and her Self C.A.R.E. program at http://www.DoctorDoni.com.   You can also find Dr. Doni on Instagram and on Facebook.   Check out Dr. Doni's book, Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health: The Personalized Program to Calm Anxiety, Boost Anxiety and Beat Burnout. Dr. Doni Wilson shows that the key to breaking the cycle is finding and treating your unique stress type. After more than 20 years working with thousands of patients, Dr. Doni has found that people generally fall into one of five types based on their adrenaline and cortisol levels throughout the day. If you ever have migraines or even severe headaches, you don't want to miss this episode. It's packed with insights.   Find the episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/migraines Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Today I'm excited to bring you a really insightful interview with Kristin Thomas. No matter what health issue you might be facing, my guest shares the lifestyle approaches, self-care and boundaries that helped her heal and may just help you as well. Kristin Thomas is a Forbes-recognized top business coach with an inspiring health turnaround story. While she was working for fast-paced startups in her early 20s, lifelong gut issues became severe and led to an autoimmune diagnosis of ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease. After heavy duty medications failed to help, she eventually turned to a multi-layered lifestyle approach that stopped her symptoms and ultimately put her UC into remission. In this episode, we discuss… The gut-health struggles that led to an autoimmune diagnosis of ulcerative colitis The heavy-duty medications that failed to prevent flare-ups Some of the conditions that accompanied UC for her, including anxiety and depression The role of acupuncture and functional health coaching in her healing The gut conditions she found behind her ulcerative colitis such as parasites, Candida and other bad bacteria What a customized healing diet looked like for her How she supported her body to heal, including addressing her adrenals and other hormones How this driven woman learned to embrace self care – and build those habits into her schedule – to protect her health The role of emotional healing And how all this changed the course of Kristin's career   Kristin Thomas is the founder of Health & Wellness Business School and is a top marketing & business mentor to many of the leading experts in the health and wellness field. She's been an entrepreneur for over 10 years: first she founded a sought-after marketing agency in the high tech industry, then after going through a multi-year journey with autoimmunity, she pivoted and started a highly successful functional health coaching practice focused on gut health, and now her work has come full circle where she mentors other top health practitioners to grow and scale their business for greater impact and income. Ultimately, her mission is to help make a measurable impact on today's disease epidemic by giving her clients the industry-specific support and strategies they need to reach multiple more clients. Because of her extensive background and results, she's been featured in publications including Forbes, Inc Magazine, Entrepreneur, Thrive Global, and more. You can find Kristin at https://www.healthwellnessbusiness.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kristinelizabeththomas and on Instagram at @healthwellnessbusiness.   No matter what health challenges you're facing, I know you'll take away insights from my chat with Kristin. Find the episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/ulcerative-colitis Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Today I'm excited to bring you a unique episode with sister-brother due, Lori Balue and Mark Balue. I featured Lori in episode 37 for her dramatic health transformation. Previously, she had asthma, allergies, polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility, brain fog, prediabetes (also known as insulin resistance) along with depression and anxiety, and she had been on a lifelong struggle to lose weight. Lori Balue ultimately went on to overhaul her health, primarily through lifestyle interventions. And now she's aging adventurously and planning to celebrate her 60th birthday by hiking the Grand Canyon rim to rim – something she never could have done before. Her episode is my most popular, so check it out. Well, her transformation was a powerful inspiration for her older brother, who was struggling with his own very significant health challenges. At the time, Mark had pancreatitis, type 2 diabetes, was on cholesterol and blood pressure medication, and was well over 300 lbs. When the doctor wanted him to add insulin, that was the wake-up call he needed. Lori and Mark's father had passed away in his 60s and so had another sister – and Mark felt he was on the same track. There are so many valuable insights in this episode. You'll hear … How his younger sister's transformative health experience inspired Mark and how he worked with her to reverse type 2 diabetes The lifestyle changes that Mark made to get his blood sugar under control, including swapping the standard American diet for a keto diet The science behind the keto diet for reversing type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance How Mark uses fasting for an extra boost The exercise that works best for Mark How finding food sensitivities contributed to his progress (for him, seemingly healthy foods like strawberries and peaches were a problem) The gut dysbiosis and infections Mark had to address The importance of mindset in making lifestyle changes And how Mark is today, which is down to his goal weight of 175 lbs with dramatically improved diabetes numbers, off cholesterol medication and half the dosage of blood pressure medication (with his doctor's blessing). He has effectively put his diabetes into remission. Mark Balue, 62, lives in Southern California. After returning from the Navy, he worked in Point Mugu, Antarctica, New Zealand, and Saudi Arabia for Lockheed before returning home and working the night shift for Lockheed, McDonald Douglas, and Boeing for 36 years in aircraft painting. A vacation with his family in 2020 made him realize that he wanted more out of life, leading him to reach out to his sister for help. Lori's personal experience inspired her to become a health coach. She's an Adapt Certified Functional Health Coach and a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practioner. She helps women in menopause use functional labs, lifestyle, and health adventures to lose weight, stop pain, and create an active lifestyle to age beautifully and adventurously. You can find Lori at www.loribalue.com and on social media as @loribalue. On her site, find a link for Get Your "8 Essential Hacks to Losing that Belly Fat!" Workbook. Find the episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/reversing-type-2-diabetes No matter what health challenges you're facing, I know you'll take away insights from my chat with Mark and Lori.   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ----- Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

Today I'm excited to bring you my conversation with Claire Rudolph. Claire was already the co-founder of the health startup WellTheory when she was hit with her own mystery illness and signs of autoimmunity. But Claire's health really took a dive during the pandemic after she moved into a home that was later found to have toxic mold. Mold toxicity is, unfortunately, an increasingly hot topic. In this episode, we discuss… ·         The symptoms that led to uncovering autoimmunity and later mold toxicity for Claire ·         How Claire finally linked her symptoms to mold illness ·         The types of practitioners that were most helpful in her recovery ·         The key pieces of Claire's treatment ·         The importance of lifestyle changes in Claire's healing ·         The steps she took to heal her nervous system and limbic system ·         Some red flags for mold in homes, plus home testing ·         How Claire's personal health experience influences her work at WellTheory ·         And Claire's advice for others facing illness   Claire Rudolph is Cofounder and Head of Product at WellTheory where she brings her experience in (and passion for) understanding and connecting people through technology.  WellTheory offers evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle coaching to reduce autoimmune symptoms and help you feel like you again. The site provides long-term nutrition and lifestyle plans informed by root causes and tailored to the member's evolving needs. Driven by her own circuitous autoimmune journey, Claire built WellTheory's product experience to fix the systemic cracks in status-quo care. Prior WellTheory, Claire helped lead product development at companies such as Navigator, PeopleGrove, Bill.com and Dropbox. In her free time, Claire works with Scholarmatch coaching first-generation high school students through the college application process and mentors young women pursuing careers in product management. She is also a certified executive coach who works with startup cofounding teams and women leaders. Learn more about WellTheory and follow the site on Instagram (@joinwelltheory); Facebook (@joinwelltheory), TikTok (@WellTheory); Twitter (@joinwelltheory); and LinkedIn. Find Claire on LinkedIn and Twitter (@_clairerudolph). Practitioners mentioned in the interview: Dr. Annemieke Austin Dr. Neil Nathan WellTheory membership Find the episode home page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/symptoms-of-mold-toxicity No matter what health challenges you're facing, I know you'll take away insights from my chat with Claire. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com

In this episode, I'm talking with Jamie Travathan about the power of addressing nutritional deficiencies, particularly vitamin B12.   Jamie's health story started as a child with digestive issues such as severe constipation and food sensitivities. In her 20s, she began having really irregular menstrual cycles. And oddly, it seemed like she was aging prematurely. Her hair was turning gray, she couldn't think clearly and she lacked energy. At age 32, she could barely get out of bed.   After seeing at least 10 conventional doctors, she began looking elsewhere for answers. She ultimately found she had pernicious anemia, an autoimmune condition that is one of the causes of vitamin B12 deficiency. Left untreated, it can cause serious neurological issues.   In this episode, we discuss… - The gut dysbiosis Jamie found behind her digestive issues - What is pernicious anemia and the critical importance of vitamin B12 - A vegetarian diet and pernicious anemia - How Jamie brought her B vitamin levels back up to healthy levels - The diet changes that helped Jamie heal her gut - The energetic, mental and physical causes of autoimmunity - The role of mindset in healing - And how the steps she took restored her gut, brain, energy and hormones   Jamie's health journey inspired her to become a health coach. She's a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, a Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant and an emotional Eating/Addiction Coach. With those credentials, she works as an Energetic, Mental and Physical Nutritionist + Mentor. Jamie helps her own clients one on one, and she mentors health and wellness practitioners who are seeking to transform their health by using a blend of science, nutrition, energy and archetypes. She uses a triad bio-individual approach to root cause healing that includes addressing our energetic, mental and physical health.  Jamie guides women who are experiencing gut pain, fuzzy brain and low energy to awaken their inner goddess and become fully confident in their bodies and soul's wisdom.   You can find her online at www.gut-goddess.com. And find Jamie on Instagram and Facebook at @thegutgoddess.   FREE QUIZ: Don't miss Jamie Travathan's free sleep/wake/energy quiz. Jamie's quiz asks key questions to determine your unique sleep/wake/energy style. Then, she personally analyzes it to provide you with insights on your circadian rhythm. Find her quiz here: https://rxpgoznlivs.typeform.com/to/i4mFS628   Episode website: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/vitamin-b12-deficiency Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com  

In this episode, I'm talking with Dr. Farah Sultan, an MD who shares her personal health turnaround. In many ways, her story looks like what so many of us women experience: crushing fatigue, gut issues, weight gain, headaches, hair loss, skin issues, and more.   Her OB/GYN said her symptoms were normal after having a baby and being a stressed-out medical resident, but her intuition told her otherwise. And like so many people we've interviewed, she was told her conventional lab tests looked normal.   When she was able to get more extensive testing, she was ultimately diagnosed with Hashimoto's and found underlying infections and food sensitivities.   In the episode, we discuss… - The foundational steps she took to feel better and get her thyroid antibodies back to normal - How eliminating triggering foods reduced her inflammation and symptoms - The infections she had to address - The importance of reducing her exposure to toxins, including her mercury dental fillings - Why it's critical to take bioidentical hormones versus synthetic hormones for hormone replacement therapy - And her tips for optimizing sleep so your body can heal   Dr. Farah's experience inspired her to change her approach to medicine. Dr Farah Sultan is a medical doctor, board certified in Family Medicine and Functional and Regenerative Medicine. She has trained and worked on three continents in India, the UK, and the US. She is the Founder of Vitalogy Wellness and Med-spa and the creator of the Mandala Method. She is an international award-winning speaker and expert in sleep and hormone balance and has helped thousands of women regain their sleep, energy, and youthfulness without the use of addictive prescription medications.   Watch Dr. Farah Sultan's masterclass, A New Holistic Approach to Eliminating Hormone Imbalances, Stress and Belly Fat… without Expensive and Toxic Medication: https://go.urhealthmatters.net/rebuildingmyhealth And be sure to book your free discovery call to take the next steps with balancing your hormones and reducing stress and belly fat. Dr. Farah's team can work with clients via telehealth anywhere. You can find her online at https://vitalogywellness.com/   On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VitalogyWellness   On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farahsultanmd/     Episode website: https://www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/hormone-imbalances Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com    

We're kicking off the year with a powerful and inspiring interview. When Heather struggled with life-threatening mental health challenges at 15, absolutely no one suspected Lyme disease - despite her being bitten by a tick two years earlier. That was accompanied by bodywide pain, overwhelming fatigue, brain fog and memory loss, and gut dysfunction. It would take more than 20 years of struggle, including multiple suicide attempts, before Heather finally received a diagnosis of Lyme disease. She went on to try multiple Lyme-targeted treatments, but those ultimately were not what allowed her heal. In this episode, Heather shares her personal story of overcoming Lyme disease and rebuilding her health after going undiagnosed for 20+ years.   We cover some of the lesser-known but vital angles of Lyme, including… The most accurate Lyme disease testing How finding undiagnosed celiac disease, Hashimoto's, and endometriosis helped heal Lyme The lifestyle elements that are critical to healing Why what you eat matters The mindset required to move forward How Heather retrained her nervous system after years of illness Heather's journey inspired a career change. Today she's a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist (FDN) Practitioner. After 27 years of undiagnosed Lyme disease, celiac disease, Hashimoto's, and endometriosis, she set out on a path to healing. She has now lost over 100lbs, her pain has lessened, she no longer has suicidal thoughts, and enjoys all-day energy. As The Lyme Boss, she now has a practice where she teaches others how to take care of themselves, get the inflammation off their body and brain, and gain control over their health journey. Find Heather at www.thelymeboss.com/, and on Instagram and Facebook.   Don't miss this inspiring, educational interview! Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/the-lyme-boss   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/  

If you are someone you know is struggling with hair loss, this episode will offer lots of insights. Today I'm talking with Julie Olson about her personal natural health success story and particularly about women's hair loss. Julie was working in her dream job in California when health challenges upended that. First, her mom was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer. Then Julie hit her own health roadblocks, which included gut issues, fatigue and hair loss. Her mother's diagnosis and her own health crisis led her to study functional medicine nutrition and solutions that helped her as well as her mother. Julie uncovered the causes of her health challenges, which included celiac disease, Epstein-Barre virus, the gut bacteria H. pylori, thyroid issues and food sensitivities. When she addressed these, she rebuilt her health and was able to regrow hair. In my talk with Julie, you'll hear… The conditions associated with her own health crash and hair loss The lifestyle changes and other solutions she found to regain her health and hair regrowth The many hair loss causes and the importance of finding the unique causes for each person Some of the lab tests that she typically runs to uncover root causes of illness and hair loss Julie Olson is a triple-certified Functional Medicine Nutritionist. After struggling with hair loss, digestive issues, Epstein-Barr virus, and autoimmunity, doctors told her there was nothing she could do about it naturally. Unconvinced, Julie made it her mission to restore her own health and help people do the same with natural solutions to look and feel their very best. With over 10 years of experience, working with functional and integrative practitioners, Julie has transformed thousands of people's health. She is known to investigate, discover, and communicate root cause resolutions to rebuild health and naturally regrow hair. Founder of Fortitude Functional Nutrition, she specializes in female hair loss, gut health, and gluten issues, plus offers personalized programs that yield long-lasting results. You can find her online at www.julieolson.com. On social media, she's at @JulieOlsonFN. Julie is also offering a discount on Nutrafol, a hair growth supplement. She recommends the “Women's Balance Hair Growth” pack as the best choice for women. At $209, it's $55 off the retail price of $264 for a 3-month supply. She highly recommends three months to see any hair regrowth. For men, find Nutrafol via a discount here. Or click the QR code to get the discount: Find the machine washable silk pillowcase she mentions. And find some of the studies she mentions plus other studies on hair loss and hair growth. Episode page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/hair-loss-causes Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

Have you ever been told that, despite feeling bad, your labwork looks totally normal? Today's episode will be particularly insightful for women in their 30s-50s, but also holds some essential health insights no matter what stage of life you're in. Today I'm talking with Dr. Inna Lozinskaya, MD. Like many women, Dr. Inna began experiencing health issues in her 30s, including fatigue, sleeplessness, hair loss, unexplained weight gain and miscarriages. As a hospital physician, she and her doctors investigated it with conventional labwork – only to find that her labs looked frustratingly normal. And yet, she felt anything but. Her search for answers would take her from Western medicine to Eastern medicine to Ayurveda and finally to functional medicine, which is about finding the root cause of illness. That's where she discovered the answers and healing she needed. Then later, when menopause and new symptoms hit, she again applied the same functional medicine framework to feel back to herself. In my talk with Dr. Inna, you'll hear… The health setback that led her to study some of the world's leading health frameworks Why functional medicine's root cause approach was ultimately the solution for her How she applied the four-legged stool of functional medicine, including gut-healing, detoxification, hormone balancing and lifestyle How she again applied the same approach when menopause wreaked havoc on her hormones And how this inspired a career shift for Dr. Inna to add functional medicine to her MD practice Today, Dr. Inna is a physician, international speaker, author, educator, mentor, wife, and so much more. She is a founder and Medical Director of Create Health Integrative and Functional Medicine center in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Inna was originally a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and Palliative Medicine, she studied Mind-Body Medicine and Chinese Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM), fully trained by Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and is currently training with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). She founded Create Health center to help her clients achieve maximum vitality by resolving the root cause of their symptoms, instead of just offering more medications. Her wellness system helps men and women in midlife and beyond optimize their hormones and balance metabolism, restoring their energy, weight, sleep, memory, and taking their performance to a whole new level. Find her online at createhealthhmd.com Request her Hormone Wellness Guide by emailing info@createhealthmd.com Find Dr. Inna on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalMedicineMD No matter what your age, I know you'll find a ton of insight and inspiration in this episode. Episode web page   Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

Today's episode is one of the most touching and transformative stories we've had the honor of capturing. We originally featured today's guest, Shannon Pickering, in our online magazine, and boy, does she have a story. Health challenges began for her at age 12 and progressed from there. By the time she was 44, she had been diagnosed with systemic lupus, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, endometriosis, asthma, narcolepsy, gastritis, gastroparesis, colitis, periodic movement disorder, autoimmune thyroiditis, and more. By 2014 she was disabled. Lupus was impacting her heart, lungs and DNA. She was facing a lifetime of chemo, steroids, hospitalizations and surgeries, to stop the relentless progress. Doctors gave her zero hope for a cure. But perseverance defines Shannon, and she was not ready to give up on life. So she began her journey to health restoration. And restore her health she did through some major lifestyle changes. But it came with a significant setback: she was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer in 2018. She is thrilled to share that today she is in remission from autoimmunity and cancer and her health is better than ever. In my talk with Shannon, you'll hear… The cascade of health issues that led to her to numerous doctors, autoimmune diagnoses and medications The true impact of all of it on her life Her turning-point moment The phased protocol that eliminated all her symptoms within 18 months Some of the science behind the Wahls protocol The mindset and commitment that helped her patiently stay the course How she navigated stage 3 breast cancer And how she's doing today   Today, Shannon's mission is to spread the word that there is always hope for healing. She is the co-owner of Austin Muscle Restoration and the co-founder of The Roadmap to Leadwell and The Lead Yourself to Health corporate and consumer wellbeing programs and classes. Connect with her on Instagram @LeadYourselfToHealth, or Instagram and Facebook @AutoimmuneFoodie or visit her at http://www.wellsiliency.com to be alerted to new book and class launches. I know you'll get a lot out of my talk with Shannon. It's a really honest conversation about the journey of recovering from serious illness. Episode web page Don't miss our full story on Shannon. Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

I'm excited to bring you today's guest, Maria Rickert Hong. In the last episode we spoke with a mom who found resolutions for her sons' autism, and PANS/PANDAS. Today's guest, Maria, also helped guide her sons out of multiple health struggles. Long story short, early on, one of her sons showed signs of sensory processing disorder, digestive issues, developmental delays and other health concerns. After they weren't finding answers in conventional medicine, she turned to a naturopath and a variety of practitioners for help. By finding and addressing the causes behind her son's health issues, they were able to turn them around. In my talk with Maria, you'll hear… The mix of health struggles, including sensory processing disorder, that led Maria to describe her son's condition as “almost autism” Her own health issues and how she believes they were linked to her son's struggles The specific therapies and practitioners that helped Maria and her son Why she removed her mercury dental fillings The diet changes that improved many of her son's symptoms The link between developmental delays and what's called retained primitive reflexes How their family addressed Lyme disease and PANS/PANDAS Why you have to do your own research and be your own and your child's advocate And how all this inspired Maria to leave Wall St to become a health practitioner Maria Rickert Hong is a former Wall Street sell-side equity research analyst who is now a Certified Holistic Health Counselor. She is the author of the bestselling book Almost Autism: Recovering Children from Sensory Processing Disorder and the co-author of Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. Maria is the Education and Media Director for Epidemic Answers, the 501(c)3 sponsoring non-profit of The Documenting Hope Project. She can be reached at www.MariaRickertHong.com Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/almost-autism Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

I'm excited to bring you today's guest, Lauren Lee Stone. It's a really honest and insightful discussion about how she navigated health challenges for two of her sons, who are both thriving adults today. It's a story of finding the root causes behind her son's autism diagnosis and then later PANS and PANDAS diagnoses for two of her sons. In my talk with Lauren, you'll hear… The health concerns that began when her son was a newborn and progressed to an autism diagnosis at age four How getting a diagnosis was a turning point for their family The types of practitioners and approaches that were most beneficial for her son, including homeopathy The importance of gut-healing and the gut-brain connection How she found the unique inflammatory foods for all three of her children and changed their diets to reduce inflammation The role of heavy metals (and Lauren's own mercury dental fillings) in her son's toxicity levels When and why her son “lost” his autism diagnosis How the family treated PANS/PANDAS in two of their sons In the search to heal her own children, Lauren came to bioenergetics, and chose to make it her career after experiencing its success firsthand. In addition to a B.A. from Yale University and a Ph. D. from Cornell University, Lauren has a Master's in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. Lauren holds advanced certifications in homotoxicology, BioSET and Quantum Reflex Analysis, and is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP), and a Board Certified Integrative Health Practitioner. Lauren has a private practice in homotoxicology and nutrition located in Westport CT, although she works with clients nationally and internationally. Lauren is also a board member of Epidemic Answers, a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to reestablishing vibrant health in our children and ourselves through education, empowerment and prevention. Lauren is author of Everyday Immunity: A Wellness Primer, and co-author of the book Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, AND Autoimmune Encephalitis. You can find Lauren online at laurenleestone.com or altheahealthandwellness.com/. Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/autism/ Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

Today we've brought back Angela Privin. We've featured her IBS story on our site at rebuildingmyhealth.com and captured her anxiety success story in episode #5. Today, Angela is sharing more about her IBS story. She was a reporter in her late 20s in NYC when her digestion started slowing down with constipation and bloating. Doctors diagnosed her with IBS - and told her it was incurable - but Angela didn't accept that answer. After years of trial and error she healed her gut with the right diet and supplementation. And she's been free of digestive symptoms for 19 years.   Angela became a health coach 10 years ago to empower others to take their health in their hands and shares inspiration and information on her website, Do It Yourself Health. She guides people using testing, diet, supplementation and mind body therapies such as hypnosis. She finds that addressing the whole person supports her clients' success.    Angela practices preventative medicine by doing chi gong, cooking for herself, walking daily and learning new things. She loves to write and has published 2 cookbooks for IBS and guides for addressing h. Pylori and SIBO. She's a foodie, student of the biome and loves stand-up comedy. She thinks laughter is the best medicine and her favorite comedian is her dog, Mishka.   In my talk with Angela, you'll hear… The food changes, therapies and medicine that didn't help with Angela's IBS Co-conditions that went along with IBS, including yeast infections and migraines The impact of birth control on her IBS and mood The underlying conditions behind her IBS, including H. pylori, Candida, low stomach acid and leaky gut The dietary steps that made her symptoms disappear quickly How healing from IBS has changed her life The impact of emotional stress on her digestion and her strategies for managing it How she's navigated other gut challenges that have come up over the years, including parasites   You can find Angela online at DIYhealthblog.com and @doityourselfhealth on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. I know you'll get some valuable take-aways from my talk with Angela about some of the causes of IBS and what really works for it. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/ibs-symptoms

In this week's episode, I'm talking with another inspiring woman, Lori Balue. These days, Lori does half marathons and hikes the Grand Canyon. She's aging adventurously and beautifully as she approaches 60. But in her 30s, she never could have imagined she would feel well enough to do any of this. Back then, she had asthma, allergies, polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility, brain fog, pre-diabetes, which is also known as insulin resistance, along with depression and anxiety. She had very little energy and was on multiple medications. Along with it, she wanted to lose weight but that was a struggle as well. She was on and off diets for 20 years. Lori began researching on her own, which led her down a rabbit hole of ever-improving health. She read books and attended health conferences. Ultimately she found a way of eating that worked for her body. And now, she no longer has any of those previous diagnoses. No asthma, allergies, PCOS, brain fog, pre-diabetes, depression or anxiety. And the weight has gradually come off with this lifestyle approach. Now in her late fifties, she's in the best health of her life, and for her 60th birthday next year, she'll hike the CG rim to rim. In my talk with Lori, you'll hear… The food changes that worked – and didn't work – for her Why she calls her way of eating a lifestyle, not a diet The “healthy” food that she found she couldn't eat The progressive series of actions that gradually ended all her diagnoses How she's aging adventurously and beautifully and her tips for starting something like this gradually Lori's personal experience inspired her to become a health coach. She's an Adapt Certified Functional Health Coach and a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practioner. She helps women in menopause use functional labs, lifestyle and health adventures to lose weight, stop pain and create an active lifestyle to age beautifully and adventurously. You can find Lori at www.loribalue.com and on social media as @loribalue. What really strikes me about this episode and Lori is how much Lori's life is expanding and getting more exciting as she ages. She's able to do so much more now than she could decades ago, going against the conventional thinking about aging. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/aging-adventurously Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

I'm excited to bring you our second interview with a long-hauler. If you missed the last one, check out episode 35 for my interview with Beth O'Hara. Today I'm talking with Jessica Drummond, who is founder and CEO of the Integrative Women's Health Institute. She's here to share her personal long-haul story. At the time she caught the virus, she was super active and fit. But it left her with extreme fatigue, burning vascular pain and difficulty walking even to the end of her street. She applied her clinical experience to her own case. It took quite some time but she's back to about 80%. For this episode and the last one, I created a one-page download with a short summary and links to some of the resources and studies Jessica mentions. You can find the link for the one-page summary for this episode on the episode home page at www.rebuldingmyhealth.com/long-haul-recovery. In my talk with Jessica, you'll hear… The steps that helped Jessica progressively improve her long-haul symptoms The impact of getting the shot AFTER she already had long-haul How antivirals impacted her long-haul recovery The role of breathwork, vagal nerve toning and autonomic nervous system retraining The treatment that helped heal her lungs Some mind-blowing science and studies behind the virus and long haul The impact of the virus on women's cycles And how rest influences long-haul Dr. Jessica Drummond is a doctor of clinical nutrition, a certified nutrition specialist, a physical therapist, and a national board certified health and wellness coach. She's the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women's Health Institute, The Outsmart Endo Health Coaching Program, and the creator of the Women's Health Coach Certification. She is passionate about caring for and empowering people who struggle with women's and pelvic health concerns. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians and wellness professionals in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women's and pelvic healthcare. She brings a unique, conservative, and integrative approach to supporting women to overcome hormonal imbalances, and chronic pain conditions. She is a sought after international speaker on topics such as integrative pelvic pain management, natural fertility options, optimal hormone health, menopause, and female athlete nutrition. You can find Dr. Drummond and her many educational resources at www.outsmartchronicillness.com. Episode home page: www.rebuldingmyhealth.com/long-haul-recovery. Check out our one-page summary there. Before we play this episode, I want to make it very clear that – as always at Rebuilding My Health - this was one person's health experience of long-haul and also of what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I talk with Beth O'Hara, who shares her personal long-haul recovery story. What's unique is that she's also a naturopath who brings a lot of knowledge to the situation. In January of 2020, before anyone thought the virus was in the US, Beth became really ill with what was later confirmed to be COVID-19. She had difficulty breathing, achiness, and severe fatigue that lasted about three months. In my talk with Beth, you'll hear… Why she thinks her case became long-haul Ways she supported her body during the acute phase How she supported herself as it grew into long-haul Why rest is so critical during the virus Some of the co-factors she's seen with long-haulers Cell danger response and its relationship to long-haul The importance of the limbic system and vagal nerve for healing And a couple of stories from Beth's work with long-haul clients Beth O'Hara is a Functional Naturopath, specializing in complex, chronic cases of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance, and Mold Toxicity. She is the founder and owner of Mast Cell 360, a Functional Naturopathy Practice designed to look at all factors surrounding health conditions – genetic, epigenetic, biochemical, physiological, environmental, and emotional.   She designed Mast Cell 360 to be the kind of practice she wished had existed when she was severely ill with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance, Mold Toxicity, Neural Inflammation, Lyme, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue. Her mission today is to be a guiding light for others with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance and these related conditions in their healing journeys.  Through her Mast Cell 360 Root Cause process, she discovers the unique root factors affecting each of her clients' health issues, building personalized, effective roadmaps for healing. You can find Beth at www.mastcell360.com and she's on Facebook at mastcell360. Be sure to catch her Facebook Live broadcasts on most Mondays. This interview features one person's experience of long-haul and also what she's seen in some of her clients. It's not intended to help treat the virus or long-haul but to offer some insight into what worked for someone else. Everyone is different so talk with your health practitioner about your own case. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/long-haul Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth   Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I'm talking with Jill Foos, who generously shares her hair loss and regrowth journey with us – the ups and downs, what worked and what didn't work in ultimately getting solid hair regrowth. Hair loss is surprisingly common in women and can be a very frustrating experience that's difficult to solve. Jill has been on this journey for more than 20 years, but in the past year, has found solutions that really work well for her – and has seem fantastic regrowth. In my talk with Jill, you'll hear… How Jill's hair loss has been linked with fluctuating hormones The connection between the thyroid and hair growth The role of stress in Jill's health and hair loss What didn't work for her in getting hair regrowth Jill's experience of trying PRP injections, formula 82M and red light therapy for hair loss The importance of testing to uncover root causes The protocol that ultimately worked well for her for hair regrowth And the diet and overall protocol that helps support her hormones and hair growth She is the founder of Jill Foos Wellness, a private health coaching business that virtually serves individuals worldwide. She completed the Institute for Integrative Nutrition Health Coach program, the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy program, and the Revero Carnivore Coaching program. Jill helps her clients achieve their health and wellness goals through functional medicine, nutritional strategies, and integrative health practices. Her clients achieve dramatic health and lifestyle results thanks to the individualized consultative partnership they develop. You can find Jill at jillfooswellness.com. and on Instagram and Facebook at jillfooswellness. Check out her podcast, Health Trip with Jill Foos, for more on hair regrowth, hormone balancing and all the other things that can help optimize your health. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/womens-hair-loss Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I talk with Leigh Schoener, a mom and health coach who's discussing the ways that her daughter, Lauren, found relief from POTS symptoms. POTS stands for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), a condition characterized by a heart rate increase of 30 beats per minute (bpm) or more, or over 120 bpm, soon after standing. But a number of other symptoms are associated with the syndrome. POTS often happens in those with other autoimmune or other chronic health conditions. In my talk with Leigh, you'll hear… When and how her daughter's POTS symptoms began and how it may have been misdiagnosed early on The co-conditions that exist with Lauren's POTS Some typical symptoms of POTS and what Lauren experienced Why their family switched to a natural protocol for POTS The role of exercise in helping POTS The lifestyle changes and habits that ease Lauren's POTS symptoms And the diet that helps Lauren feel better These days, Leigh is a mom of two teen daughters and a Integrative Nutrition Health Coach for Teens, ages 12-22. She has a passion for all things wellness for your family and teen. She empowers and guides families with teens to live a holistic, natural and nourished life...mind, body and soul...all while keeping it simple and real.  Whether you simply desire better health for your teen/family, have a teen who is overwhelmed and stressed, suffers from every day health challenges, is going off to college and wants to be prepared or if they have a chronic health condition, Leigh works with you on your child's health journey to take actionable steps to live a vibrant and energetic life and to set them up now with healthy habits for life. You can find Leigh on Instagram at leighdebrawellness and more information about her at https://bossladybio.com/leighschoener. I know you'll get a lot out of my talk with Leigh if you or someone you know has POTS. What I appreciate about our interview is hearing the real ups and downs of what worked and what didn't until they finally arrived at a protocol that worked well for Lauren. Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/pots-symptoms Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I'm talking with Kimberly Anne Richardson, who recovered from mold toxicity, Lyme disease and other health challenges. What a journey she's been on from bedbound to now helping others recover from environmental illnesses like Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and heavy metal toxicity. In my talk with Kimberly, you'll hear… How she eventually uncovered mold toxicity as a primary cause of her health decline What her mold toxicity treatment looked like Ways she supported her body through mold detox The top books and other resources that helped her heal What Kimberly learned from six mold remediations The best testing for mold in the home Some resources for remediating your home How she supported herself through a recent bout of the C-virus – so she feels even better than she did before These days, Kimberly Anne Richardson is a certified Functional Health Practitioner specializing in helping people recover from environmental illnesses like Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and heavy metal toxicity.  After an extremely stressful time in her life, she had a complete breakdown in her health and spent the next 5 years in bed. She went to dozens of doctors both conventional and alternative over the course of 10 years who provided very little relief. After being diagnosed with advanced neurological Lyme disease and not getting better with treatment, she realized that mold was at the root of all of her health issues. And after going through six mold remediations and years of mold treatment she was only about 40% better.   It wasn't until she learned that a major source of toxicity was the mold that had colonized in her sinuses. After sinus surgery, she finally started to heal. Her energy started coming back. Her brain and thyroid started working again.   But, her biggest struggle was finding a mold-safe home. She spent thousands of dollars testing potential homes only to find that they tested higher than her current home.  After consulting with numerous professionals and spending hundreds of hours doing her own research, she has created resources to help others hire the right mold professionals and be able to do their own visual mold inspections.  She created the Demystifying Mold Ebook to teach someone who is new to mold what role mold plays in the environment, why it's making us sick, indoor vs. outdoor mold, how to get rid of mold in your body and home, and much more.  She has also created the Evicting Mold Bundle which includes documents to help people hire QUALIFIED mold inspectors and remediators. (They should not be the same person.)   Finally, she has created the Exposing Mold Bundle that teaches people how to do their own visual inspection that includes a printable checklist that makes it easy to screen potential homes without spending a fortune on testing.   As an advanced detoxification coach, she loves working with women 1:1 to help them reclaim their health after severe environmental illness. She also offers 1:1 mold consults for more individualized guidance along the mold journey.   You can find her resources at https://vitalandclear.com/resources/  You can join her Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/vitalandclear/  Follow along on Instagram @vitalandclear  Get a copy of her FREE guide, “The Top 10 Causes of Chronic Fatigue” at https://vitalandclear.com/shop/10-causes-of-chronic-fatigue/  Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/treat-mold-toxicity Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I'm talking with Marc Isaacson, who shares his family's fascinating personal story around epilepsy. At age 8, his daughter Tess suddenly had a frightening Grand Mal seizure. Then, she continued experiencing seizures regularly, mostly at night. As the owner of an integrative pharmacy, Marc vowed to find out why the seizures had come on so suddenly. It took several years, and exhaustive exploration, but his family ultimately did discover what triggered Tess's seizures and found solutions for managing them naturally. In my conversation with Marc, you'll hear… What their daughter's seizure pattern looked like The conventional/allopathic treatment for epilepsy that they tried initially Why a ketogenic diet for epilepsy didn't work for their daughter The role of genetic, biochemical and food sensitivity testing The superfoods that actually worsened Tess's seizures How her genetics may be linked to epilepsy The natural protocol that stopped her seizures Tess's maintenance regimen to stay seizure-free What I love about my interview with Marc is that it points to how critical a personalized approach is to healthcare. What worked for other children with epilepsy did not work for Tess. And what worked for Tess may not work for other children. Besides his role as a father, Marc has started and led successful entrepreneurial ventures for over 20 years. He has always been passionate about functional nutrition and wellness which led to his first venture, an all-natural beverage company (Glacier Ridge) well ahead of the natural and organic food trends of today. In 2002, Marc acquired Village Green Apothecary (VGA), which was founded in 1965 and is currently an industry-leading integrative pharmacy located next to the National Institute of Health (NIH) in the Washington D.C. area. VGA has since expanded into a suite of personalized health offerings including a custom compounding lab and one of the largest selections of health products found anywhere, with over 10,000 products and 500 brands including the company's Pathway and Sinus Survival brands. With chemists, pharmacists, nutritionists and knowledgeable full-service staff of over 50, VGA offers personalized solutions for its customer base. Six years ago, Marc began to seek out the most influential and highly respected minds, partnering with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, the Founder of Bastyr University and highly regarded as “the father of evidence-based natural medicine”. The journey to launch IQYOU Health began and today they have recently launched the beta version of the platform, working with top functional health practitioners to help get to the root cause of their patients' chronic conditions. If you are someone you know is struggling with epilepsy, or seizures, I know you'll take away tons of insights from this episode. Find and follow Marc Isaacson: Village Green Apothecary: myvillagegreen.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcgisaacson/ Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/epilepsy Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/  

In this episode, I'm talking with Dr. Judy Seeger, a naturopath who stopped her own migraines, healed Lyme disease, and resolved a number of other health struggles naturally. Judy's many health challenges started at an early age. And after seeing four family members die of cancer, she chose a different path. Judy Seeger has been in alternative medicine for 30 years, and as a naturopath, ran two holistic health clinics specializing in ozone therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and detoxing for diseases such as cancer and Lyme disease. Now she's in her 60s and has ZERO health issues, and she wants to impart her skills and knowledge about what's worked for her and about the power of oxidative therapies. In this podcast episode, Judy shares what worked for her in easing migraines, plus how she healed Lyme disease and other health concerns. In my conversation with Judy, you'll hear… How to stop a migraine fast Longer-term migraine relief strategies Oxidative therapies for Lyme disease Ways to reverse the progression of a chronic illness The top inflammatory foods to avoid if you have migraines or other illnesses How Judy stays feeling energetic and pain-free The health impact of releasing emotional baggage and stress In addition to her personal health success story, Judy brings 30 years of wisdom as a naturopath. Find and follow Judy… A directory for oxygen therapies: http://oxygentherapydirectory.com Judy Seeger's YouTube: http://youtube.com/judyseegerdetox For Judy's 21 Ways to Detox gift, email her directly: judyseegerdetox@gmail.com Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/migraine-relief Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/  

In this episode, I'm talking with Shivan Sarna, who's a leading voice in educating others about SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. We've captured several episodes about SIBO to show how folks treat it differently. It's a really common cause of diarrhea, constipation, gas and bloating. Shivan Sarna is the author of Healing SIBO, TV Host, and the creator of the SIBO SOS® Summits and Community, the Digestion SOS® documentary series, the Gut & Microbiome Rescue Summit, the Lymphatic Rescue Summit, the Dental-Health Connection Summit, the Liver and Gallbladder Rescue Summit, and Chronic Condition Research, a 501(c) 3 non-profit to further research under-funded medical conditions. After a lifetime of struggling with health issues, Shivan made it her mission to demystify her own health struggles - and to share that information with others who were struggling. Her special skill is finding and connecting with the leading expert doctors and connecting those experts with the people who need their help. Her personal mantra is SOS: Save Our Selves, and that's what she has helped thousands of people do! On this episode, Shivan shares her personal SIBO story and talks about the different options for treating SIBO, from herbal approaches to a more integrative approach with antibiotics that only target the small intestine. She's tried all of them and will share what worked for her and all she's learned since becoming a SIBO educator. In my conversation with Shivan, you'll hear… The number-one underlying cause of SIBO Some of the odd symptoms that may be connected to SIBO The one type of test that accurately identifies SIBO What to eat if you have SIBO The various ways to treat SIBO How to help your migrating motor complex to prevent SIBO or relapses Why it's critical to take a prokinetic after clearing SIBO Why some people get food poisoning and others don't after eating the same thing Shivan's book, Healing SIBO: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-SIBO-Bloating-Weight-Issues/dp/0593191773/ref=sr_1_1?crid=Q2DFEEZHRPSX&keywords=healing+sibo&qid=1649194490&s=books&sprefix=healing+sibo%2Cstripbooks%2C162&sr=1-1 Shivan Sarna's site: https://sibosos.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sibo_sos/ SIBO SOS Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SIBOSOSVirtualSummit Episode web page and free 1-page summary of this episode: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/sibo-success Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this week's episode, we're talking with Margaret Romero, who shares her stunning lupus turnaround story. After a sudden and dramatic health crash, she received a lupus nephritis diagnosis and was told she would likely be on the kidney transplant list in five years. Instead, she's thriving and no longer has any signs of lupus. She can even be in the sun again, which is something that lupus patients are told to never do. A nurse practitioner by training, Margaret ultimately sleuthed the root causes behind her own health issues, began addressing them, and engineered a complete lupus recovery. Margaret Romero is a Columbia-trained Nurse Practitioner who uses functional medicine to treat chronic illness, autoimmunity, and women's health issues. She's been a clinical instructor and taught Functional/Integrative Medicine at Columbia University. She's the host of The Sacred Medicine Podcast and author of From Flare to Fabulous: 25 Things You Must Do to Avoid Your Next Lupus Flare. In my conversation with Margaret, you'll hear… -       The signs and symptoms that preceded Margaret's lupus diagnosis -       The DNA testing that gave her a major clue in easing her lupus -       How lab testing found additional root causes, including digestive issues, hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies -       How Margaret gradually refined her lupus treatment over the years -       What her diet looked like -       The importance of managing stress -       The most valuable type of practitioner if you have lupus or another autoimmune condition -       The diet changes that improve most autoimmunity within a couple of months -       And Margaret's tips for others with autoimmunity   Follow Margaret to learn more about treating lupus and autoimmunity with functional medicine (or a root-cause approach): Website: www.margaretromero.com IG: www.margaretromero.com/instagram Podcast: www.margaretromero.com/podcast   And grab her free guide, 10 Things You Can Do to Create Vitality Despite Having Lupus, https://it7p6kqb.pages.infusionsoft.net/?cookieUUID=5148242c-4ef2-447f-a35e-dd9761ebb96c&affiliate=0 Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/signs-of-lupus Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast.   Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/   Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth Audio Production, Mix & Podcast Editing by Sonorous Laboratory LLC - https://sonorouslab.com/

In this episode, I talk with Alison Marras, who shares her personal story of reaching remission from Hashimoto's disease, along with healing SIBO and parasites. In her mid-20s, Alison was working long hours in the corporate world in New York City, was newly married and hoping to start a family. But soon, she experienced frustrating health issues such as hair loss and digestive distress. At one point, she had lost 75% of her hair. Despite all that, her lab tests looked normal. Finally, she found a naturopath willing to do more extensive thyroid testing, which uncovered Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune thyroid condition. From there, she began taking steps to heal her body from the inside out, including an anti-inflammatory diet, bioidentical hormone therapy, gut-healing and reducing stress. Eventually, she reached remission from Hashimoto's and got pregnant despite having polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, since her teens. And she finally overcame SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Alison's experience changed the course of her life. She went back to school to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. She's also the author of The Paleo Gut Healing Cookbook and blogs at FoodbyMars.com. She believes your healing journey with real food can be a stress-free lifestyle filled with joy and flavor. In my conversation with Alison, you'll hear… The testing that finally uncovered a Hashimoto's diagnosis The diet that helped her reach Hashimoto's remission and allowed her to get pregnant with her daughter The bioidentical hormone therapy that eased Hashimoto's symptoms How mindful eating helped her overcome SIBO Her tips for following an anti-inflammatory diet without being too restrictive And how to find joy in the healing journey Get Alison's free 20-minute paleo/AIP meal prep plan: https://foodbymars.kartra.com/page/mp-optin Try Alison's free mindful eating challenge: https://foodbymars.kartra.com/page/mindful-challenge Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/hashimotos-disease Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

Today we have an information-packed, inspiring episode with Dana Kay. It's another example of how finding underlying root causes can turn around a seemingly chronic condition. When Dana's son was young, she knew he seemed more active and energetic than other kids. But it was more than that. He was impulsive, defiant and had frequent meltdowns that left the entire family feeling overwhelmed and hopeless. They took their son to a developmental psychologist who did several sessions and testing. Within a few weeks, he was diagnosed with ADHD. Soon they began the conventional treatment for ADHD – medication. And while medication did calm their son, it actually caused new symptoms. In response, doctors prescribed more medications to take care of the symptoms from the original medications. When doctors recommended a fourth medication, to treat anxiety that seem to be caused by the other medications, Dana had had enough. She decided to look for more natural approaches to ADHD.   Research pointed to diet as a significant intervention for ADHD. They began by removing a few food types that tend to be inflammatory for most people. Then, food sensitivity testing uncovered specific foods her son should avoid, including seemingly healthy foods like raspberries. They also did extensive lab testing, giving them insights on his gut infections, dysbiosis and parasites, and uncovering nutritional deficiencies. In particular, testing found high levels of pyrroles, a molecule excreted in urine. High levels of pyrroles can deplete nutrients and lead to a poor tolerance for stress plus mood swings. About four months of making all of these changes, Dana's son was a different kid. His tantrums reduced, and they found he was more flexible and calmer. Gradually, he weaned off medication. And over time, they began to see his true personality. Today he's a thriving middle school student with top grades. And just as importantly, the family's home is peaceful. All this inspired Dana to completely switch careers from being an accountant to a holistic health and nutrition practitioner. Dana is now the CEO and founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute and the creator of the ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids program. Her mission is to help families reduce ADHD symptoms naturally so that children with ADHD can thrive at home, at school, and in life. In my conversation with Dana, you'll hear… Why diet helps with ADHD The diet changes that calmed ADHD symptoms in Dana's son The connection between the gut and happy brain chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine What pyrroles are and why they can be linked to mood issues The testing that uncovered gut infections and parasites in Dana's son The food sensitivity testing that Dana finds most accurate Diet tips for ADHD and how to make diet changes gradually And how her son turned around within months of starting natural treatment for ADHD   I know there are many families struggling out there with ADHD and mood challenges. I think you'll find some eye-opening insights about what may be causing the problem. Where to find Dana Kay and ADHD resources: ADHD Thrive Institute: www.adhdthriveinstitute.com Her Facebook group, ADHD Parent Nutrition Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/AdhdAnxietyParentSupport Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory  

Feel like you need a dictionary to read food labels? Well, this week's guest has made a career out of educating others on which sneaky food additives and ingredients to avoid to reclaim and protect their health. These days, Mira Dessy is known as The Ingredient Guru. But she was once happily working as a database administrator. Then, health issues snowballed to the point where she could no longer work. It began with an irritable bowel then progressed to an immune system collapse and then to five different autoimmune diagnoses: ulcerative colitis, Hashimoto's disease, Raynaud's disease, chronic fatigue syndrome and a form of POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome). She remembers living her life on the sofa. Mira proactively began taking control of her own health. She had always eaten what she thought was a healthy diet. But around that time, a friend gave her a book on artificial colors that changed her life. That was the moment she realized that there's way more to what we eat and she began digging deeper to find hidden sugars and preservatives in things that she thought were healthy foods. With dedication to a clean, anti-inflammatory diet, Mira gradually regained her energy and normal digestion, and got her life back. She eliminated all signs of ulcerative colitis, along with the symptoms of four autoimmune disorders. Her experience inspired a complete career change. As The Ingredient Guru, she is a holistic nutrition professional, author, and a popular public speaker. She knows that it's not just what you eat, but what's in what you eat. Mira is a board-certified Holistic Health Practitioner who has been working with clients for over 15 years, helping those with chronic health issues find nourishing solutions for wellness. She can be found online at theingredientguru.com and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theingredientguru/.   In my conversation with Mira, you'll hear… How IBS deteriorated into five autoimmune conditions How she eliminated all traces of ulcerative colitis and the symptoms of four other autoimmune disorders The diet changes that allowed her to regain her energy and vitality What she found when she began looking more closely at foods she thought were healthy Some of the stealthy ingredients to look for on food labels What her diet looks like these days The mind-body practices that helped her get better Why keeping a food journal is critical How buying in-season food helps your health and your bank account The episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/the-ingredient-guru And following are links to resources mentioned in the show. Mira's book, The Pantry Principle: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0988935708/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=rebuildingm0c-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0988935708&linkId=78cde04e5ee8386146e31a4e644aed63 To access Mira's free mini-class on sugar: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/the-ingredient-guru The Pantry Preparedness Masterclass (offered occasionally): https://theingredientguru.com?aff=chibbard72&p=13839 Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

Alissa Frazier was in college when she first began experiencing odd symptoms. She felt an electrical-type shock run down her neck along her spine and developed optic neuritis. Plus she had aches and pains that seemed odd for someone in her early 20s. After extensive testing, doctors diagnosed her with the autoimmune disorder, multiple sclerosis, or MS. To manage symptoms, she tried daily injections and then Tysabri. They both helped but she still experienced considerable fatigue and pain. Then she recalled that, a few years earlier, going gluten-free had helped her symptoms. This time she decided to go further with diet, choosing to follow the autoimmune protocol (AIP) diet and an elimination diet to reduce the inflammation associated with MS. Within a few months, her pain and fatigue had stopped. These days, Alissa relies on a paleo diet, plus avoids some specific trigger foods, such as nightshades, to help keep her MS symptoms at bay. Alissa's health turnaround inspired a career change. She's now a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and AIP Certified Coach. She works with individuals 1:1 either remotely or in-person who have multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders. She uses real food and anti-inflammatory lifestyle coaching to help individuals improve their symptoms, feel better in their skin and create a lifestyle that improves their health and leads to a life they love.  Now that she has the energy to do so, she loves being outdoors and can usually be found hiking or lifting weights. In my conversation with Alissa, you'll hear… The multiple sclerosis diet, including the autoimmune protocol diet (AIP), that helped stop fatigue and pain How her diet has evolved over time The role of exercise in keeping her body strong Why vagus nerve exercises are particularly helpful for Alissa and those with MS Other practices that keep her symptoms in check, including lymphatic work, meditation and breathwork Her advice for others with MS or other neurological conditions   You can find more information about Alissa at www.liss-ms.com/. She's on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/liss.ms/.   The episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/multiple-sclerosis-diet   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

Elizabeth Yarnell was two weeks shy of her 30th bday when she woke up suddenly blind in one eye. She went through testing, and very rapidly, was diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder, multiple sclerosis. She was told she would probably be in a wheelchair within 10 years. Her health crash was sudden and stunning. Leading up to that, she had experienced tingling in her fingers, but hadn't thought anything of it. For five years, she tried conventional MS treatments, but experienced intense side effects: seizures and severe rashes. She suspected there was a better path. Searching for alternative approaches, she found solutions that changed her health dramatically such that she no longer has any symptoms of MS. Her experience changed the course of her career and life. Since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Elizabeth Yarnell has been busy studying how to manage autoimmunity naturally as a traditional naturopath and Certified LEAP Therapist. She's worked with hundreds of MS and other autoimmune sufferers in her nationwide clinic using unique, personalized natural therapies to empower them to reclaim their health. She's a TEDx speaker, award-winning author whose cookbook has sold more than 60,000 copies, a patented inventor, and has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, and PBS as well as in Good Housekeeping, Health, Martha Stewart Living Radio, and many other outlets. In my conversation with Elizabeth, you'll hear… The natural steps she took to put multiple sclerosis into remission How changing her diet quickly calmed inflammation and her symptoms The most accurate food sensitivity testing How she helped her family overcome significant health hurdles How an herbal parasite protocol took Elizabeth's healing to the next level Some of the most common sources of parasites And why most parasite testing is inaccurate Find more information about Elizabeth at https://elizabethyarnell.com/. And grab her free guide, “3 Things You Should Never Eat if You Have MS:” http://www.multiplesclerosisdiet.com/ And check out her cookbook, Glorious One-Pot Meals: https://amzn.to/31s2PDU Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

Is it possible to see clearly without glasses, contacts or surgery? Today's guest personally fixed her poor vision multiple times – naturally – and has gone on to help countless others do the same. Claudia Muehlenweg began wearing glasses at age 3…then no longer needed them in her teens. When her vision deteriorated two more times later on, again she turned to natural practices to correct it. Her personal experiences with correcting her own vision led her to become a holistic vision coach, where she has gone on to help countless others clear their vision naturally. In my conversation with Claudia, you'll hear… How she corrected her own vision multiple times, eliminating the need for glasses How stress and changes in your nervous system affect your vision How age-related vision changes can be reversed Why you should avoid reading glasses Why you should rarely wear sunglasses The link between vision and broader health problems Examples of how others corrected their vision naturally How improving your vision reduces your chances of getting more serious eye diseases How your vision changes throughout the day Simple tips to relax your eyes and improve your vision Claudia Muehlenweg is the founder of Holistic Vision (

Could symptoms such as extreme fatigue, difficulty losing weight and brain fog be related to your thyroid? For Dr. Emily Kiberd, the cause was Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune thyroid condition. Though she had endured tons of testing, she didn't discover Hashimoto's until a functional medicine doctor tested for thyroid antibodies. Emily made lifestyle changes to begin repairing and reversing Hashimoto's. By changing how she eats and works out, and addressing several underlying root causes, she's been able to put her Hashimoto's into REMISSION. In my conversation with Emily, you'll hear… The thyroid tests that finally uncovered Hashimoto's disease The anti-inflammatory, low-histamine diet she followed How she changed her workouts to support healing How environmental factors such as mold toxicity, heavy metals and parasites contributed to her illness The ways she detoxed from toxins and parasites The gut health protocol she followed And her maintenance routine for keeping her thyroid healthy If you have Hashimoto's or have hypothyroid or hyperthyroid, I know you'll find tons of helpful insights in this episode.   Episode web page: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/hashimotos-remission   Dr Emily Kiberd is also a chiropractor, mom, and founder of Thyroid Strong, a fitness program for those with thyroid conditions. Because of her health experience, she helps women struggling with Hashimoto's lose weight and beat fatigue by teaching them how to work out without burning out. She has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Vice, and Women's Health on her expertise on posture, ergonomics, and strength training.   If you're struggling with fatigue or difficulty losing weight, check out Emily's free guide, How to Lose Weight and Get Your Energy Back with Hashimoto's: https://members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c218f/ Or, check out her exercise program tailored specifically for those with thyroid issues, Thyroid Strong: https://members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a3c218f/   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Laboratory

If you have struggled with endometriosis or know someone who has, this episode offers tons of insight into how to treat endometriosis naturally – and effectively. Today, I'm talking with Dr. Erika Gray, who experienced life-limiting endometriosis beginning in her teens. That's when endometriosis began causing extreme pain and exhaustion for her. Surgery followed by birth control pills brought very brief relief before it worsened again. Doctors told Erika that she would probably need a hysterectomy in her 20s. But she and her family resolutely wouldn't accept that future for her. Instead, Erika's family found a functional chiropractor who helped them with a natural treatment for endometriosis that ultimately stopped the pain – and allowed Erika to go on to have two children naturally. These days, Dr. Erika Gray is the co-founder and CMO at ToolBox Genomics and MyToolBox Genomics. As a pharmacist having had years of experience in both alternative and allopathic medicine, Dr. Erika is passionate about integrating the two modalities to inspire people to live healthier lives. She believes that helping people understand who they are from their genes outward will help provide them with the tools to understand how they interact with their environment and the role this interaction has with their health. In my conversation with Erika, you'll hear… The impact of conventional medicine on her endometriosis How birth control pills can affect endometriosis and your mood The natural endometriosis treatment that helped her get pregnant with endometriosis The impact of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy with progesterone How she pairs niacin with melatonin to help balance her cycles and normalize her periods The role of B vitamins And how diet impacted her endometriosis symptoms I know that you'll find some fresh insights on endometriosis in Erika's inspiring story merged with her clinical knowledge and experience. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/natural-endometriosis-treatment Learn more about Erika: https://www.toolboxgenomics.com/   Toolbox Genomics sells DNA & epigenetic tests that prioritize health risks and opportunities to improve one's health and wellness via targeted changes to environment, diet, exercise, lifestyle and more. Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Lab Studio

On this episode, I talk with Rosie Aiello, who healed fibromyalgia and adrenal fatigue naturally. Today, she has no symptoms of either. She went from barely being able to walk to doing stair repeats for workouts these days. Rosie's health challenges began in the midst of some extraordinary personal challenges, and she ultimately found they were interconnected. After a 25-year relationship, Rosie Aiello engineered an international escape from the Middle East to save her young adult daughter and herself from domestic violence. Back in the United States, she reinvented herself, and she's gone on to become a speaker, best-selling author, host of the Vulnerable to Valuable podcast, and an international multi-awarding-winning entrepreneur. As a women's life and transformation coach, Rosie now helps women who have emerged from narcissistic, controlling and abusive (toxic) relationships, to reclaim their voice, value, confidence, and courage so that they can create a joyful, productive, and prosperous life that they desire. In my conversation with Rosie, you'll hear… The personal trauma from which fibromyalgia symptoms emerged The natural fibromyalgia treatment solutions that stopped her pain entirely How mindset was the foundation of her healing The emotional healing therapies that helped the most Diet changes that addressed adrenal fatigue and fibromyalgia And the importance of staying mobile with fibromyalgia Rosie's story shows how mindset and taking action result in powerful health outcomes, and the importance of healing past trauma. Episode web page: www.rebuildingmyhealth.com/natural-fibromyalgia-treatment   Learn more about Rosie: https://theloveiskindnetwork.com/   Rosie's podcast, Vulnerable to Valuable: www.vulnerabletovaluable.com   Listen to Rebuilding My Health Radio wherever you find your favorite podcasts… Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Play, Alexa, Spotify, and much more! If you enjoyed this episode, we truly appreciate your subscribing/following, rating and reviewing it. It helps tremendously with others finding our podcast. Get a copy of our free guide, 4 Ways to Ease, Reverse or Even Eliminate Chronic and Complex Illnesses: https://rebuildingmyhealth.lpages.co/landing-page-for-4-ways-to-ease-reverse-or-eliminate-chronic-illness/ Follow Rebuilding My Health: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/rebuildingmyhealth Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rebuildingmyhealth/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/rebuildingmyhealth ------------ Podcast Produced by Sonorous Lab Studio