Podcasts about autoimmune wellness

In this solo episode, I'm opening up about what life looks like after receiving an autoimmune diagnosis. Whether you've just been diagnosed or have been living with chronic illness for years, this conversation is for you. I'll walk you through the emotional rollercoaster that comes after the doctor's visit—grief, confusion, fear—and how I found a path toward empowerment, healing, and hope. I'll also share practical strategies that helped me shift from survival mode to truly thriving, including: ✨ Redefining your identity beyond your diagnosis ✨ Setting boundaries and learning to say no without guilt ✨ Embracing holistic wellness practices that actually help ✨ Finding community and support when you feel alone Your diagnosis doesn't define you—it's just one chapter in your story. Tune in for encouragement, real talk, and a gentle reminder that healing is possible. Website for this podcast: http://autoimmunerehab.com Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach Follow me on instagram: https://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness  

On today's episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I am joined by Hannah Davis (@rooted.with.hannah), a Registered Dietitian and certified meditation teacher who specialises in women's health, hormones, and autoimmune conditions. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's while navigating early motherhood, Hannah shifted her clinical nutrition practice to focus on uncovering the deeper root causes of symptoms like fatigue, cycle irregularities, and PCOS. We dive into how nervous system dysregulation often underlies hormonal imbalances and why functional testing, mineral status, and emotional safety are crucial for true healing. From decoding PCOS types to understanding thyroid antibodies and the connection between trauma and calcium retention, Hannah offers a deeply integrative and compassionate lens for supporting women on their fertility and healing journeys. This conversation is packed with practical tools and fresh insights—don't miss it! Key Takeaways: PCOS is not just about ovarian cysts—it's a metabolic and inflammatory condition with many root causes. Nervous system regulation is foundational for hormone balance, digestion, and fertility. Functional lab testing (like Dutch and HTMA) reveals hidden patterns traditional labs may miss. Excess calcium in tissues may indicate trauma or over-supplementation with Vitamin D. Diet, stress, sleep, and gut health all influence autoimmune and hormonal symptoms. Guest Bio: Hannah Davis, RD (@rooted.with.hannah) is a Registered Dietitian and certified meditation teacher with advanced training in functional nutrition, lab testing, and spiritual psychology. She specialises in supporting women with hormonal imbalances, autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's, and chronic fatigue through an integrative approach that blends clinical science with deep nourishment and nervous system healing. After navigating her own health challenges postpartum, Hannah now helps women reclaim their energy, resilience, and sense of safety through 1:1 coaching and group programs at Pivot Nutrition Coaching. She's especially passionate about working with mothers, self-healers, and cycle-breakers who are ready to feel like themselves again. Links and Resources: Follow Hannah on Instagram Visit the Pivot Nutrition Coaching website Book Mentioned: The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk   For more information about Michelle, visit www.michelleoravitz.com  To learn more about ancient wisdom and fertility, you can get Michelle's book at: https://www.michelleoravitz.com/thewayoffertility  The Wholesome Fertility facebook group is where you can find free resources and support: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2149554308396504/  Instagram: @thewholesomelotusfertility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholesomelotus/  Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or fertility care. ------------- Transcript: # Audio: TWF 340- Hannah [00:00:00] [00:01:00] Welcome to the Wholesome Fertility Podcast. I'm Michelle, a fertility acupuncturist here to provide you with resources on how to create a wholesome approach to your fertility journey. **Michelle:** Welcome to the podcast, Hannah.  **Hannah:** thanks for having me. **Michelle:** So I'm very excited to have you on. We're gonna be talking about a lot of really cool topics, but before we get started, I always like to start out with kind of like an origin story and learn how you got into the work that you're doing.  **Hannah:** Yeah. I am a registered dietician. I've been mainly practicing medical nutrition therapy for the last 10 years in a more clinical setting. And you know, and then [00:02:00] I became a mom. I have two. One's almost eight, you gotta say almost eight. And the other one's, and the other one's nine. So they're really, they're really young and I, you know, working at the hospital part-time and I started noticing. **Hannah:** My own symptoms of, of things that just felt like off. And simultaneously I was also becoming more interested in learning about more integrative functional nutrition. And so that really led me down. It, it started off as, oh. A way for me to kind of figure out what was going on with me, because of course, like so many of my, the clients I work with now you know, you go to the doctors, you ask for some labs to be done and they just say, oh, you're absolutely fine. **Hannah:** You might just be stressed. You're stressed out, you're a young mom. Of course it's normal to feel exhausted all of the time and stuff like that. So, I just was like really interested [00:03:00] in doing more digging and so I, we got some training in advanced lab testing and more like integrative functional nutrition. **Hannah:** And so. From there I was able to figure out what's going on with me, and I, I actually have an autoimmune condition. It's called Hashimotos. And so that really affects, you know, your, your energy levels, your, your gut health, your immune system obviously is involved. So I, it was so incredibly validating and it really excited me. **Hannah:** I was like, I feel. If I can figure out a way to use advanced lab testing and combine that with my. More of my more clinical, you know, expertise and combine that together to really like, help women feel empowered about how to support their health and, and how they feel and their showing up in their lives every [00:04:00] day. **Hannah:** And so it just really, really excited me. So that's kind of what got me started with that. And then I, I pivoted towards, towards that about three years ago started my own virtual practice working more in like the women's health space. So like hormones, gut health, autoimmune conditions. **Hannah:** And then I, as I was doing more of that work, I was like, okay, there's. I'm seeing a common theme here. These women at their root, cause a lot of the time is nervous system dysregulation. And I got really. Tired of just saying over and over again. You know, you need to manage your stress a little bit better. **Hannah:** I wanted to be able to give them so much more than that. And obviously I knew that from my own journey. I really had to integrate that. And so, but I wanted to like, figure out how to help my, my clients integrate that. So then I became a certified meditation [00:05:00] teacher. And spent a year studying spiritual psychology, which is like a blend of Eastern ritual and practices with western psychology. **Hannah:** That, yeah. Yeah, yeah. So now I really like to supplement my, programs with giving my clients tools on how to regulate their nervous systems as well. And so, we'll, you know, you know, it's more of like life coaching almost. And then maybe we'll integrate some, some things like, meditation or breath work together. **Hannah:** It really just depends on what the, how the client wants to be supported. So  **Michelle:** Awesome.  **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** You know it's interesting 'cause I  **Hannah:** Yeah. **Michelle:** an episode on. Nervous system. Really the vagal tone and  **Hannah:** Yes. **Michelle:** there's a link with a weaker vagal tone and things like endometriosis or  **Michelle:** PCOS, and I thought that was just fascinating. [00:06:00]  **Michelle:** So, yeah, I'd love to really kind of dig deep on all of these things. So just for people listening and they're kind of like hearing nervous system for the first time. 'cause well maybe they've listened to my podcast, maybe not when I talked about the nervous system. But what should people, like, explain the nervous system, explain how the nervous system ties into certain conditions. **Hannah:** I mean, that's a very, like, that's pretty broad because it's like, you know, it really depends on what. **Michelle:** the nervous system like tie into certain conditions?  **Hannah:** I don't know what condition it doesn't, honestly. Uh, the more, the more I get like deep in the weeds with this, so, you know, a lot of my clients we, you know, so I am typically working with people with autoimmune conditions and hormone. I balances gut health, that kind of stuff. And I, you know, I would say the nervous system impacts all of those areas [00:07:00] because ideally, especially when we're talking about women's health and like hormones, things like that we really just want to create safety in the body, right? **Hannah:** So that we can. Manufacture hormones and ovulate naturally and things like that. So, and then, you know, inflammation's another, another piece of that. It really just, it's a great way to, like, it just connects to everything right. **Michelle:** Yeah, well the vagus nerve is incredibly important when it comes to gut health. the stronger the vagal tone, the better the vagus nerve, the better. It's able to lower inflammation in the body.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** fascinating and interesting. And so what are some of the things that you do suggest for people. they wanna regulate their nervous system and support that aspect.  **Hannah:** So First of all, I think it's important to just figure out what are the systems for that client? What are [00:08:00] the systems that are working for them and what's not? And really get really honest about that. And then, you know, it could be something like starting a. **Hannah:** Very doable meditation practice or some breath work like before, before meals, right? Getting into rest and digest me activating that vagus nerve so that we can digest our food properly. So it really just depends on what is feels a lot most aligned for the client and, and is doable for them. But also I think another big piece of this, which is not really talked about often is eating for blood sugar balance. **Hannah:** Because even like blood sugar swings throughout the day can cause fluctuations in your mood and your anxiety and cravings and all, all of, and even inflammation as well. So  **Michelle:** that  **Hannah:** like a whole body [00:09:00] approach. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** It's such a good point. And I remember like looking into this and researching like just really the gut brain connection and. And it's interesting 'cause you can see it really go both ways. So if you have imbalanced gut microbiome that can ima impact your brain and your mood and your state and your emotions. **Michelle:** And it actually is linked with certain emotional um, imbalances or like mental disorders. It's really fascinating. And then they found. On the flip side that people who meditated for many years, like Tibetan monks, they had a really vast microbiome that was a lot more enriched and had a lot more diversity. **Michelle:** So it's really fascinating how you really can literally get it at both ends or either end.  **Hannah:** yeah. Like I tell my clients all the time, if you're breathing into your shoulders, the majority of the time it's gonna signal, [00:10:00] or that's gonna signal to the brain that you're in fight or flight. So it's gonna send all the blood to your extremities. It's not gonna be sending the blood to, you know, your, your GI track and your, you know, your organs there. **Hannah:** And so. it's gonna be a lot harder to digest your foods, whereas if you are really taking these deep breaths into your belly, it's sending all the blood there. And that's, that's a, and I mean, I often get skipped, you know, people are just like, no, just gimme a, just gimme a meal plan. I wanna feel better. **Hannah:** I wanna lose weight, or I wanna, you know, but it's like, you really gotta think about not just what you're eating, but how you're eating, like what your nervous system state is. You know, when you're, when you're eating food.  **Michelle:** That's so true. It's  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** true. And it was funny 'cause I was reading about that and it was one of the things to do is just stand. This is why they say like, don't drive and eat at the same time. Because when you're driving naturally, you're gonna be in a little bit more of a fight or flight or kind of ready for anything and. Also just to kind of throw it out [00:11:00] there, it's not bad to be in that state, in that sympathetic state. It's part of life. It's just that sometimes you need that and then sometimes you need the other. But what you're saying is so true, like it's actually like becoming mindful of getting yourself into that state and maybe  **Michelle:** doing those exercises to get yourself in more parasympathetic state, which is more of  **Michelle:** the rest and digest, so that you're priming your body when you do eat. To digest better. So I think  **Hannah:** Yeah. Of course, and, you know, if you're digesting better, you're absorbing nutrients better, which is gonna impact your energy levels, your mood, your hormones, everything. So yeah, there really, I feel like the more I get into it, the, more I see that there really isn't an aspect of our health, our med, our metabolic health, everything that is not touched by, your nervous system. **Michelle:** Yeah, it's really fascinating. I like, the more I dig into this, the more I'm just like so [00:12:00] amazed at how Willy, you know, it's the nervous system is kind of like this wiring of like. Information.  **Michelle:** It's almost like information that kind of signals to your body, all kinds of different states, but especially that safety. **Michelle:** I agree with you. You know, when you, when you feel safe, you can be more creative. And what does that mean really in the body fertility and it also regeneration growth.  **Michelle:** So yeah, it's pretty cool,  **Hannah:** Yeah. And I mean, hormones, that's how hormones work too. They're just chemical messengers in your body. **Michelle:** right? and so talk about PCOS, 'cause I know that you work with P-C-O-S-A lot just to cover. 'cause I think of people don't really understand it fully because it is you know, there's so many different types of PCOS and people get confused and sometimes people show PCOS symptoms, but then some doctors, and we don't know if they're just not like looking. Thoroughly into it. Dismiss it. Oh, that's not PCOS. So  **Hannah:** Right.  **Michelle:** that and just kind of, **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** [00:13:00] it is,  **Hannah:** Okay, well, we'll just start what, like, so what is PCOS? So PCOS stands for polycystic ovarian syndrome. So a lot of people get confused by that right off the bat. They think, oh, so that mean I have cysts on my ovaries. Does that mean that I have it? So it's actually not a physical ovarian condition, like of the presence of cyst, but it's rather a hormonal condition and it's a, what I like to call a spectrum condition. **Hannah:** You know, 'cause there's different varieties and there's different root causes. It's important to understand, first of all what kind of PCOS you have and what the root causes are which is why we, we use functional lab testing in practice. But but yeah, I think a lot of women often it's like a long confusing road full of mixed messages of like just lose weight advice,  **Michelle:** Yeah,  **Hannah:** [00:14:00] you know. **Michelle:** really thin. PCOS patients, so that's where it can get so confusing for  **Hannah:** Right, right, right. And so, A-P-C-O-S isn't in an ovarian condition, you know, what exactly is going on? I mean, in a nutshell, it's basically, blood sugar issues plus inflammation, plus genetic susceptibility, which is going to lead to the ovaries to begin to produce large amounts of androgens. **Hannah:** So, you know, and I say genetic susceptibility because, you know, just because you have like insulin sensi or insulin resistance or diabetes, that doesn't mean you automatically are gonna get PCOS. Some people just have really sensitive ovaries right. And so they're, they're going to develop the, the condition, so I like to talk to my clients about well first of all, we start by running some tests [00:15:00] to find out, you know, what what their root causes are. And then we're gonna really go deep with, you know, working on the blood sugar issues with the inflammation, real food strategies lifestyle interventions, things like that. **Michelle:** One of the things that I find is pretty common just in my own practice, is that. **Michelle:** there's a huge link of gut imbalance  **Michelle:** or, you know, gut microbiome  **Michelle:** imbalance and inflammation, you know, that is part of the contributor to the inflammation and can really impact PCOS conditions.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Because you know, if we, if that inflammation in the gut is going unchecked you know, that's also gonna drive that insulin resistance even more.  **Michelle:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** what are some of the tests that you do for PCOS? Functional  **Hannah:** Well, yeah. Well, first of all, I, I like to start with a Dutch test. It's a, have you heard of [00:16:00] Dutch? The Uhhuh? Yeah. Oh, you do? Okay. Yeah. So I would run a Dutch you know, so that we,  **Michelle:** out just for people  **Hannah:** yeah. Yes, **Michelle:** I've never heard of it before. So it's dried urine testing for comprehensive, or I forget  **Hannah:** it's a Dr. It's a. Yeah, yeah. Dried urine test for comprehensive hormones. I know I used to think, oh, it's of Dutch, like it's from the Dutch, like, you know, but it's just an abbreviation.  **Michelle:** right, right.  **Hannah:** But yes, it's a very unique way to look at hormones. 'cause traditionally before this test was available, you would have to rely on blood work for hormones. **Hannah:** And, you know, saliva for cortisol, which is okay, but it's just not great. So this test really helps us get a lot more specific, a lot more personalized, and helps us get some answers that would probably. Be left unanswered if we were just, you know, looking at, at blood work alone. So, you know, it's gonna tell us, you know, give us a snapshot [00:17:00] of all three sex hormones, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone. **Hannah:** It's gonna show us how they're being metabolized in the liver. And then what I really like is it looks at your cortisol awakening response. So someone is struggling with sleep, mood, energy levels. Things like that that could also be driving your symptoms and, and your inflammation as well. So I, mm-hmm. **Michelle:** cortisol is your friend in the morning.  **Hannah:** Yes. Yeah. Yeah. And then I like that it also has that organic acid test at the end there, which some of those other markers are gonna be important for looking at, for hormone production. So it's nice if they include that. So I, I like to do a Dutch, I also like to do HTMA testing, which stands for hair tissue mineral analysis. **Hannah:** Because, you know, you know, when we're looking at hormones it's, you know, we, we also wanna be, look thinking about minerals too because and not just like, our minerals through blood [00:18:00] work, but more on a cellular level. Like what is the body doing with those minerals? And how is your body utilizing them? **Hannah:** Are they even getting up into the cell? So, and we can, you know, you know, minerals, they impact hormones, which means they're gonna impact PCOS. So I like that one too. And it's like a little, it's a, it's a nice way to, I like it 'cause it's, it shows your body's like, it's like a blueprint. It shows you your stress pattern. **Hannah:** know how your body is using minerals after you've maybe gone through a season of. Really high stress and you know, the fertility journey too is so stressful on its own that I'm like, yeah, let's look at what your body does with all this stress and how we can really like, you know, deeply nourish your body and, you know, make it feel safe for ovulation. **Michelle:** Yeah, I know that there's a lot of minerals that you can't really test in blood and for example, magnesium. That's a **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** one to test for. So does this test for magnesium as well, like all [00:19:00] minerals or,  **Hannah:** yeah, yeah. It looks at all of the minerals. Specifically the ones that I'm gonna be focusing on. The minerals that impact PCS would be magnesium, zinc, calcium, iron selenium iodine. So, you know, and in a nutshell, you know, these, these minerals. they can exacerbate insulin resistance, hormonal imbalances, oxidative stress, which is important for like egg quality, sperm quality, things like that. **Hannah:** So women, get your men to your partner.  **Michelle:** Yes.  **Michelle:** So, so this is a hair test.  **Hannah:** yeah, it's a hair. They're using just like a teaspoon amount of your hair to analyze the mineral content in your tissues. **Michelle:** Fascinating. I know they've done those for like heavy metals and, and just testing the  **Hannah:** Yeah, yeah,  **Michelle:** I haven't heard of the mineral testing yet.  **Hannah:** yeah. And this, yeah. And this test does include heavy metals and we look at, mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** heavy metals. Oh, [00:20:00] okay.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** it's really high. Just like for people that don't have symptoms sometimes I almost feel like it's like high for everybody.  **Hannah:** The heavy metals. Yeah. Yeah. You know, and  **Michelle:** somebody who's not, who doesn't have like,  **Hannah:** yeah, and I mean, we we're exposed to heavy metals all of the time. It's, you know, it's, there's, it's kind of impossible to get around it, you know? It's in our food, our water, the soil, you know. And so my approach is, you know, we might see like an acute. **Hannah:** Exposure to the heavy metals. But what we wanna see is that you, you're able to detox and excrete those heavy metals safely. You know, that's why, you know, we have our detox organs, our liver, right? And so if I ever see those metals like pushing into the tissues, it's just a really good indication that, hey, your liver needs some. **Hannah:** Some attention, like we need to work on supporting that. And also working on not just our [00:21:00] detoxification organs, but our drainage pathways. So like our lymphatic system you know, making sure we're having daily bowel movements that we're sweating all of that. All of that stuff. Yeah.  **Michelle:** Yeah. **Michelle:** for sure. I think that that's key is really detoxifying, and I think that it, you had a good point. You mentioned the word safely because  **Michelle:** that can be an issue, like if you detoxify too harshly. I'm really big on that, especially when you're trying to conceive and you're actively trying, you definitely don't wanna do something that's so strong that it actually circulates more toxins in your bloodstream.  **Hannah:** That's right. Yeah. **Michelle:** So they have like binders, right? Or things  **Hannah:** Yeah, That is one approach for me. I rarely will do like a heavy metal detox with somebody. I will just wanna work with them on, you know, first the foundational things of, are we optimizing the gut health, the, you know, the liver function are we getting those drainage pathways [00:22:00] open? **Hannah:** Because your body should be able to do all that on its own if it's, you know, optimal. but I mean, if someone's already doing like a gut protocol or something with me, then yeah, they, they'll be taking like those types of supplements and then it'll, it'll still act on the heavy metals and things like that, as. **Michelle:** Interesting. So, what are some of the nutrient and lifestyle interventions specifically that you would do for PCOS? Or have you seen, because I, I do know that  **Hannah:** yeah.  **Michelle:** different types, so that could  **Hannah:** Yes.  **Michelle:** the type,  **Hannah:** Yes. Yeah. **Michelle:** the things that people should kind of like look out for, think about?  **Hannah:** Yeah. Yeah. So the first step is, is gonna be improving the quality of your food choices. So, you know, removing inflammatory oils, added sugars a lot of like processed, like ultra processed carbohydrates and, you know, with chemical and artificial additives. Things like that, you wanna replace them with whole real foods. **Hannah:** It's really that simple.  **Michelle:** Yeah. I [00:23:00] know,  **Hannah:** Yeah. Yeah. And then also, you know, the goal is to eat a sufficient amount of carbohydrates to promote ovulation, but while still focusing on those whole real. Food sources, like starchy veggies fruits and then unprocessed whole grains and legumes.  **Michelle:** So really from natural sources,  **Michelle:** complex car carbs. So it's not like simple carbs, not white, you know, avoid those like.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Right. So you, and you would want to make sure you're getting adequate amount of carbohydrates, but you know, if we're also dealing with insulin resistance, then we also need to be talking about you know, maintaining adequate calorie intake and just aiming for. Balance across all the macronutrients. **Hannah:** So, you know, we're pairing those carbohydrates with good quality sources of protein and healthy fats. And, if you're eating a more whole food carbs diet like. Your carbs are coming [00:24:00] from fruits like, and like root vegetables and things like that, then those foods are naturally gonna have more fiber in them, which is also gonna help with things like insulin resistance. **Hannah:** And then I would also be focusing on gut nourishing foods, like, bone broth probiotics from fermented foods, cultured. Products. And then lots of prebiotic fibers. So it also just making sure you're eating a wide range of, plant fibers. Like we're not just eating the same, spinach every day. **Hannah:** You know, let's really mix that up. Maybe like arugula, kale, you know. So that would be the where, where I would start with foods strategies. And then for lifestyle I would be really focusing on exercise. This is a really crucial tool in repairing insulin sensitivity and managing blood sugar levels. **Hannah:** So first I would just focus on increasing your daily movement. So, you know, maybe try tracking your steps. And then maybe you would wanna consider adding in some resistance [00:25:00] training and some short hit style workouts. Since those really show the most metabolic improvements. In general I would avoid, I would avoid like, really long duration cardio on a regular baseball basis, since that's like very stressful on the body. **Hannah:** So exercise is number one. Stress management is key. I know we've already kind of touched on that a little bit. You know, that's a big piece of hormonal. Balance balance since the, your adrenal health, you know, has the ability to impact the function of your sex hormones. I would just evaluate the sources of your stress. **Hannah:** You know, I like to think of it like a bucket, like a stress bucket, and we have all these different inputs pouring in. Some of those things we can't really remove, but some things we can, you can control your nutrition and your sleep quality. You know, you can maybe work on energetic boundaries, right? **Hannah:** Maybe you wanna include things like meditation or [00:26:00] journaling, acupuncture, right? Those are all really nice ways to support yourself. And then sleep. Sleep is also like so major. That's when you know when you're, you can get good quality sleep at night. That's when your, your body's repairing tissue. **Hannah:** And it, it has a lot to do with your hormones, like in like your like your hunger hormones, those ones and then also like cortisol, melatonin, things like that. Everything that just keeps all of the systems working together smoothly. So, yep. Do you. **Michelle:** of sleep. There's a, there like a lot of times we'll increase sugar cravings 'cause you want that quick energy. So  **Hannah:** Yes, **Michelle:** that's one example of how that can impact  **Hannah:** exactly. Yeah. Yeah. If you have like one poor night of sleep, it increases your hunger hormone levels pretty significantly. So we'll see that that issue popping up time and time again. Yeah, so.[00:27:00]  **Michelle:** yeah. And I also have heard, in some  **Michelle:** of like go, literally pivot into autoimmune and how you can address that in the case of Hashimoto's? **Michelle:** 'cause it is so prevalent and a lot of people have it. The first thing that I say is, cut out gluten, corn, and dairy and soy if you can. Now, I always say if you can't do all of them, at least cut out the gluten entirely and talk to us about like what you've done and what you've found to be helpful. **Michelle:** 'cause it is something that if you catch early, you really can sh shift a lot just from diet alone.  **Hannah:** Oh, yes. Yeah, and I've helped. Hundreds of women with that. Exactly. Just you know, we [00:28:00] see, I've seen different stages of, Hashimoto's. You know, so if it's like, you know, stage one where we're seeing the presence of antibodies and maybe they have symptoms, maybe they don't. A lot of those women typically will present with like subclinical hypothyroidism. **Hannah:** So like their thyroid labs look fine. But they're like, I, feel tired all the time. I'm constipated. I can't lose weight, you know? So the first thing I would start with is kinda getting ahead of things with, 'cause the majority of your immune system is in your gut. So I would be doing a GI would run a stool sample, a GI map and see what's going on there. **Hannah:** Because there's different things that could be driving. That immune response. Yeah. It could be coming from things in the diet like gluten. And that test certainly will show us if you're having an immune response to gluten. So in those cases, I would have those clients cut, cut that out. And some people they, they don't, they don't run the test and they [00:29:00] cut out gluten, but they just feel better without it. **Michelle:** See that a lot.  **Hannah:** mm-hmm. I do too. Just kind of anecdotally. I was just gonna say that I think it is because of like, what, what they're spraying on our crops.  **Michelle:** Yeah, **Hannah:** Yep. know that it can impact hormones like big time, that's  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** one for sure.  **Hannah:** Yeah. So, and then, you know, obviously if there's a inflammation or like leaky gut.  **Hannah:** You know, we're gonna wanna address that anyway because that could be driving that immune response and making your symptoms worse, making the antibodies levels worse, right? So I really wanna just get ahead of it with the gut number one. **Hannah:** And then I like to do mineral testing as well, since so many minerals, not only impact PCOS, but they impact your thyroid.  **Michelle:** That's a huge  **Hannah:** Yes, selenium. This is a common thing that I see. I'll see really high amounts of calcium in the [00:30:00] tissues. And that's gonna block your thyroid hormone from getting up into the cell. **Hannah:** So like maybe their thyroid panel looks great, but that, or they're already taking a thyroid medication, but they're, they feel like it's not doing anything for them. I'm like, look, you have a lot of calcium in your tissues. And so like, that's your thyroid hormone's not even getting up into the cell. So of course you wouldn't feel an impact there. **Hannah:** And that also is. **Michelle:** actually? What causes that? Calcification?  **Hannah:** So, I typically see that from over supplementing with vitamin D. So, that will pull the calcium out of the bone and teeth. And put it into the tissues. Yeah. A lot of people get put on vitamin D by their doctor, like maybe they had low levels at one point, and then their doctor never talked to them about weaning off of the vitamin D. **Hannah:** They just kept taking it.  **Michelle:** too high. Yeah.  **Hannah:** Yeah. Or they'll start them off like a really high dose, like I've seen like 50,000 units of, of vitamin. Yeah. [00:31:00] And they, and they just keep taking it like, then they're never told like, Hey, you're actually supposed to tapered off of that after a couple months. I've also seen an influx of people on vitamin D, zinc you know, ever since the pandemic. **Hannah:** So they just kept taking it and they don't know how that's impacted their. Mine. So, so yeah, that's one culprit. I, I'll see. The other thing that I notice, and this is pretty prevalent in the autoimmune community is, and I don't think it's talked about a lot, is significant trauma and certain types of trauma. **Hannah:** It, it's like we call when we see this pattern on an htm. It, we call it a calcium shell where the calcium and the magnesium levels are really high in the tissues. And then we are like really depleted in things like potassium and sodium and other secondary minerals. And it's kind of like the body's way of shielding itself from feeling [00:32:00] big, like feeling really big emotions. **Hannah:** So like a lot of these clients, I, I'll talk to them about this and they have such a flat effect, like with the then we start moving the calcium out of the tissues and then they become, they're, it's like they really need more emotional support throughout that process. It's very interesting. I'm about to actually do an HTMA on myself. **Hannah:** It's been a couple of years, but I've just gone, I'm grieving my mom right now and I, yeah, and it's just been a really rough couple of months. I've just been just going through the motions and kind of in that, like taking care of her, taking care of my girls. Like just everything that we've gone through leading up to this point. **Hannah:** And I'm like, I am so curious to know what's going on with my minerals right now. I would not be surprised if I was having calcium going into my tissues. 'cause I believe that's what was my pattern last [00:33:00] time I ran the test a few years ago. So.  **Michelle:** Oh, that's interesting.  **Hannah:** It's like, yeah, this is my, my unique pattern, you know, so I see that a lot with Hashimoto's and yeah, and, and it's interesting because that pattern, like the high calcium in the tissues and the low potassium, that's really really common with like thyroid stuff in general because, you know, first of all, that calcium's blocking the thyroid. **Hannah:** Hormone from getting up into the cell. It's also gonna be blocking insulin signaling. So there is gonna be a lot of blood sugar swings, and that's gonna be driving the inflammation, making that worse. And then the low potassium, well, you know, potassium is needed for thyroid function as well. So, I see that pattern a lot with that population and it's so fascinating. **Hannah:** And I would just say like, I wouldn't say it's like. It's more like anecdotal, right? Like and you probably see that too in your practice. Yeah. Yeah.  **Michelle:** For different things, not this [00:34:00] specifically, but Yeah. **Michelle:** I mean, you see a lot of that and that's, that matters just because studies are very expensive to have and you can't  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** rely just on studies. You have to really rely on data in general, like your own experience  **Hannah:** Oh, absolutely. **Michelle:** there's so much information that you can get just from that. And then, couple of things. One of the things is, I know that Zyme has been shown to really help, it's an enzyme, it's a pro oleic enzymes that break apart, like fibrous tissue. So I'm curious to  **Hannah:** Oh **Michelle:** if it would help with excess calcium or, you know, deposits because it, it works to break down  **Hannah:** yeah,  **Michelle:** really needed in the body.  **Hannah:** yeah. Yeah.  **Michelle:** up.  **Hannah:** Yeah. That is interesting. Yeah, because when we see, usually the calcium in the tissues is also associated with things like restless leg syndrome, kidney stones, gallstones, all that stuff, you know, because it's just calcification of the tissues. [00:35:00] Right. What I do is I'll get, if that person is, has actually been on vitamin D what I'll do is I'll say, okay, let's just pause on the vitamin D and then I'll get them on, a form of vitamin K two that will target that calcium in the tissues and, and bring it, redirect it back to the bones. So we'll do that for several months. And if that person's still concerned about their, their vitamin D levels and say, let's just get that checked, you know, and depending on where you're at with that, you, you either, you know, probably need supplementation time from time to time, or maybe just during the winter, right? **Hannah:** But it's not a long term. You know, supplement for you because of this pattern, this pattern that you typically have. **Michelle:** Another thing that I was gonna mention is, we were talking about like, antibodies.  **Michelle:** I remember, One of my patients mentioning she had like a, 'cause I was talking to an REI and I was gonna have him, I had him on the podcast and so she had some questions and she had a very low amount of [00:36:00] antibodies that are considered normal. And he said no, because the presence of any antibody, and that's what's crazy to me.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** normal in labs  **Hannah:** Yeah. Well, yeah. Yeah. The reference ranges for conventional labs or like in more like conventional healthcare settings. They're not, they're designed to show like if you have a chronic disease or not. Not necessarily if you're optimal. Right. Like thriving, you know? **Michelle:** have any, even if it's like minute, it means that there's an autoimmune, like  **Hannah:** Right. And.  **Michelle:** your thyroid.  **Hannah:** Yeah, and I mean, my first thought is like, and just because I've worked in that arena for so long, is I think it's just because they need to have a diagnose, a diagnosis for a chronic disease, number one, so that they can build insurance and blah, blah, blah.  **Michelle:** Yeah, yeah, yeah.  **Hannah:** So they typically can't treat you. They can't, they [00:37:00] technically can't treat you. **Hannah:** Like they don't really run on a, it's more of like a sick care model. It's not really, they can't really treat you for like prevention. Right. That's not like that that's not how insurance companies work. So, I think that that's, that's my theory on that. But, you know, but to, to answer your question, yes, I, I see, low levels that aren't considered Hashimoto's,  **Michelle:** Right?  **Hannah:** but I would label that early stages or stage one, and I would say, let's work, let's, let's order GI Map. **Hannah:** Let's look at what your minerals are doing like that impact your thyroid. Let's just, just start helping you feel better right away so that we can go into remission. I would much rather my client like, just go ahead and work on those things instead of waiting until it's like, you know, now we're seeing tissue damage, you know, and there's a lot of practices. **Hannah:** I don't,  **Michelle:** it if it's early enough, like, but if it's  **Hannah:** yeah.  **Michelle:** really like far gone,  **Hannah:** Yeah. It can, and I don't know if you've run [00:38:00] across this a lot in your practice or with your clients, but I've been told a lot of times that they weren't even able to request or see a specialist or an endocrinologist, I guess, until they were able to see tissue damage. And it's like, wouldn't you wanna just prevent the tissue damage? **Michelle:** crazy to me. Yeah.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. Yeah, so I'm, you know, I just like to get on it like right away, even if it's like, you know, your antibodies are like five, you know?  **Michelle:** yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Really low, but still,  **Hannah:** Yeah. Really low. Yeah. It's worth working on. Yeah. **Michelle:** I had actually just recently, I had a case where her TSH was like five and she's young, she's in her twenties. And I'm  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm.  **Michelle:** not normal.  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** just a little abnormal. **Michelle:** But that's not a little abnormal for try somebody trying to conceive.  **Hannah:** Yeah.  **Michelle:** and under. So if you  **Hannah:** Mm-hmm. **Michelle:** the thing. If you go to a general doctor or even an ob, they are a little more general in women's health.  **Hannah:** Yeah. **Michelle:** they're not going [00:39:00] to look at it the same way as an REI is gonna look at it, which is a reproductive endocrinologist and they're gonna  **Hannah:** Right.  **Michelle:** it a completely different perspective.  **Michelle:** Yeah, so it's, so those things I think a lot of people just don't realize and they're going in and they get the wrong information or they don't get like the full information and many years go by and it's kind of like, you know, that's why it's so important to really get ahead of it. **Hannah:** Yeah, absolutely. I think you're, you're worthy of feeling better, you know, if, does it have to be something that's chronic or.  **Michelle:** Right.  **Hannah:** Like full on disease state before just feeling better. **Michelle:** Yeah, for sure. So for people who, you know, are curious and wanna learn more about what you do,  **Michelle:** um, what are some of the things that you offer online? Where can people find you? I.  **Hannah:** So for people who are wanting to work one-on-one with me or maybe just start off with [00:40:00] a consultation or some have some labs done you can find me at through Pivot Nutrition Coaching. So the website is pivot nutrition coaching com. And then if, for my social media, I'm on Instagram with Hannah. **Michelle:** Awesome. I'll have all the notes anyway. If anybody like is curious or wants to know exactly how it's written out or find the link, you can find those on the episode notes. So Hannah, thank you so much for coming on today. It was a great conversation. I love really digging deep on just what goes on with these conditions that so many people hear about that are trying to conceive, but they don't really understand it. **Michelle:** And I think. There's so much power and knowledge and understanding and kind of like going beneath the surface. So I think this is one of the things that I like to do on the show is really to educate people on like really what's going on. So you've really shared some great, valuable information, so thank you so much, Hannah.[00:41:00]  **Hannah:** Thank you so much for having me and I, I think that this is such an important, important conversation to have and a valuable platform, so it's really an honor to be here. And hope we can chat again soon. **Michelle:** Thank you.         

In this uplifting episode of Autoimmune Rehab, we explore the science and soul behind the saying "laughter is the best medicine." Discover how joy, humor, and even a few giggles can trigger powerful healing responses in your body—especially when you're navigating chronic illness or autoimmune symptoms. Learn about how laughter is best medicine, plus yoga, energy medicine, meditation and more helped Dr. Neja Zupan heal autoimmune conditions and even cancer. Whether you've been feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or just need a mental reset, this episode will remind you of the power of lightheartedness in your wellness toolkit. Because sometimes, the best therapy isn't a supplement—it's a belly laugh.

Autoimmune Treatment Uncovered is your go-to podcast for holistic healing, practical strategies, and expert insights on managing autoimmune conditions. Hosted by AnnaLaura Brown, a passionate advocate for natural wellness, this podcast explores the latest in autoimmune treatment—from nutrition and lifestyle changes to stress management and alternative therapies. Whether you're newly diagnosed or seeking deeper healing, you'll find inspiration, science-backed solutions, and real stories from those thriving beyond autoimmune disease. Tune in and take control of your health—one step at a time! Learn about autoimmune treatment options with this solo episode. Visit the website for the podcast to find transcripts, links, free stuff and more. http://autoimmunerehab.com  Schedule a 1 hour pick my brain session to get personalized help and resources. https://tidycal.com/annalaurabrown/coaching-session Check out my favorite things https://annalaurabrown.com/resources/ My youtube channel https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach Free Autoimmune Rehab Ebook http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook

What is the best red light therapy? Curious about how red light therapy can support your autoimmune healing journey? In this episode, we dive into the best red light therapy options for reducing inflammation, boosting energy, and supporting overall wellness. Whether you're struggling with chronic pain, fatigue, or skin issues, red light therapy could be a game-changer. Tune in to learn how it works, what to look for in a device, and how to incorporate it into your self-care routine for maximum benefits. Learn about the red light therapy bed and why it's the best red light therapy as well as what to look for when exploring your options for the best red light therapy.  Dr. Carl Rothschild, a pioneering advocate of Red Light Therapy (RLT), has dedicated his life to igniting the spark of vitality in others. His relentless pursuit of knowledge has yielded deep insights into what people truly seek in their health journey, leading him towards the groundbreaking domain of RLT. Dr. Carl Rothschild's journey in the field of healthcare is a story of dedication, innovation, and heartfelt commitment. His solid foundation in science was built at Stony Brook University, followed by a Doctorate from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. Since 1979, he has been serving the community of Los Angeles with his compassionate approach to chiropractic care, directing the highly regarded Westland Health Center. In his quest to offer his patients the best of wellness solutions, Dr. Rothschild embraced the transformative potential of red light therapy. He founded LipoMelt Technologies/Trifecta Light, a company specializing in professional-grade red light therapy devices, including the notable Trifecta Light Bed. This venture not only signifies Dr. Rothschild's dedication to patient care but also his willingness to explore and innovate within his field. Grounded and humble, Dr. Carl Rothschild's influence in the world of health and well-being is a testament to his unwavering commitment to bettering lives. Check out the red light therapy bed and find a location near you: https://linktr.ee/trifectalightofficial Check out Dr. Carl's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41Wo25h Reserach article on red light therapy for the thyroid: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9841386/ Research article on red light therapy for MS: https://journals.lww.com/md-journal/fulltext/2017/09080/light_therapy_for_multiple_sclerosis_associated.52.aspx Download your autoimmune rehab ebook with the best of the podcast plus links and resources: http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook Follow me on instagram: https://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness Website for this podcast http://autoimmunerehab.com Resources I recommend: http://annalaurabrown.com/resources    

Did you know your hair holds the key to your health? In this episode, we dive into the power of Hair Analysis Testing—a simple yet revealing tool that uncovers mineral imbalances, toxin exposure, and nutritional deficiencies. Learn how this test can provide deeper insights into your wellness journey and help you make informed choices for better energy, detoxification, and overall health. Tune in to discover what your hair is telling you! Plus listen and learn about Cori's crazy story about how she developed her autoimmune issues and then learned how to fix them all through hair analysis testing. Cori Behrends is the founder of Cori B Health and Women, Wellness & WooWoo. As a Certified Health Coach, Epigenetic Hair Analysis Specialist & Energetics Practitioner, her passion is helping women discover health and happiness by getting to the physical, emotional and spiritual root cause of symptoms and chronic health issues. Cori works with clients to create new lifestyle habits, change limiting beliefs, find self worth and create optimal wellness. Schedule your free consultation and claim $50 off your hair analysis session.  https://www.coribhealth.com/hairanalysis Website for this podcast: http://annalaurabrown.com  Follow me on istagram: https://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness Check out my favorite things to help with autoimmune healing: http://annalaurabrown.com/resources  

How to Heal Inflammation in the Body: Tips to reduce inflammation and increase autoimmune healing. Learn about how inflammation is likely affecting your health and more specifically your autoimmune condition. Get some tips on how to heal inflammation and put your autoimmune condition into remission quicker. Visit the website for the podcast to find transcripts, links, free stuff and more. http://autoimmunerehab.com  Help me out with my survey by March 31, 2025 and get entered to win a $25 Amazon gift card and info products bundle. Autoimmune Rehab Survey https://forms.gle/pFcVsJgkT8cuK8BU6 Schedule a 1 hour pick my brain session to get personalized help and resources. https://tidycal.com/annalaurabrown/coaching-session Check out my favorite things https://annalaurabrown.com/resources/ My youtube channel https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach

Healthcare Reform: How Christian Elliot is Transforming Healthcare for Autoimmune Disorders. Healthcare reform is badly needed for everyone but it's even more important for people with autoimmune disorders. Learn how Christian Elliot and his company Health United is reforming and transforming healthcare for people with autoimmune disorders. Christian Elliot is a husband and father of six, homeschooled kids. He has been full-time in the “alternative” health space since 2005, logging about 20,000 hours of 1-1 coaching—fitness, nutrition, life, and relationship coaching. He also has a Master of Divinity from Fuller Seminary. Christian is a co-owner of a newly established organization called Healing United—a Private Membership Association that is a collaboration between doctors and coaches working to demonstrate a new healthcare model. Christian doesn't pull any punches calling out the medical system. His main focus is on creating holistic and personalized detox programs to help people overcome a myriad of otherwise "incurable" diseases. He hosts a podcast called Deconstructing Conventional. Check out the website for this podcast at http://autoimmunerehab.com Follow me on instagram at http://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness  

Hashimotos Disease Diet: Diet Changes and Other strategies for healing Hashimoto's. Listen in as I interview and chat with Raida Gorges about how we both have improved and healed our Hashimoto's Disease and Hashimoto's symptoms. Learn how following a Hashimoto's Disease diet and more can help you thrive with Hashimoto's and not just survive. Ralda Gorges is a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, passionate about helping others discover their inner power to achieve optimal health. Her journey into functional medicine began after struggling with fatigue, weight gain, insulin resistance, high cholesterol, GI issues, and insomnia. After being diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis 12 years ago, she sought a holistic path to healing, eventually freeing myself from medication and symptoms. Now, as a practitioner, she specializes in thyroid health, insulin resistance, weight management, fatigue, insomnia, and GI disorders. She believes in the transformative power of functional medicine and is dedicated to guiding clients through their health journey with compassion, education, and support every step of the way. Learn more about Ralda, connect with her and schedule a free consultation with her at her website. https://www.wellnessralda.com Visit the website for this podcast and get a free 30 day self care journal at http://autoimmunerehab.com Follow me on instagram at https://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness Check out the infrared sauna I recommend at http://sauna.annalaurabrown.com    

How to grocery shop for autoimmune health, grocery shopping hacks for autoimmune health. Discover some tips for making grocery shopping easier when you have an autoimmune condition. Website for the podcast: http://autoimmunerehab.com Check out my youtube channel: htps://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach Follow me on instagram: https://instagram.com/annalaurabrownwellness Free 30 Day Self Care Journal Template, Chat with me and more. https://linktr.ee/brownannalaura    

Can thyroid and autoimmune conditions be managed naturally without relying on medication? Dr. Eric Osansky, chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and host of the Save My Thyroid podcast, reveals how functional medicine can uncover the root causes of thyroid imbalances—without a one-size-fits-all approach. After overcoming Graves' disease through holistic treatment, Dr. Osansky now helps others heal through personalized nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Whether you're dealing with hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, or Hashimoto's, his insights will empower you on your wellness journey. Tune in to discover: How diet and lifestyle impact thyroid function. The difference between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Stress management techniques to support autoimmune health. Osansky's personal journey from diagnosis to remission. To learn more about Dr. Osansky and his approach to thyroid health, you can read his books Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease and Hashimoto's Triggers: Eliminate Your Thyroid Symptoms By Finding And Removing Your Specific Autoimmune Triggers. Also, be sure to visit his website here! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/38oMlMr

Autoimmune fatigue: how to stop feeling so tired all the time and overcome autoimmune fatigue. Tips to overcome fatigue with an autoimmune disorder and start thriving and not just surviving. Website for this podcast Free Webinar- Avoid these 10 common autoimmune healing mistakes. https://expertise.tv/webinar/empowering-women-transform-your-health-journey-by-avoiding-these-10-common-autoimmune-mistakes-2024-02-29/landing/19523 1 Hour Health Coaching Session with Me- https://tidycal.com/annalaurabrown/coaching-session My online classes https://www.eventbrite.com/o/annalaura-brown-374332110

In this episode I was joined by Jamie Hartman, a pioneer in the field of autoimmune wellness. She shared her personal journey with Crohn's disease and how she transformed her health through the autoimmune protocol (AIP).We delved into the evolution of the AIP diet, including the traditional approach and the new, less restrictive modified plan. We also touched on the importance of lifestyle factors in managing autoimmune conditions and debunked some common myths surrounding AIP. For the complete show notes and links visit inspiredliving.show/174

Mastering self care for autoimmune challenges. Learn about how self care impacts your autoimmune condition and how to master self care.  Self Care is a must for healing from an autoimmune condition learn how to master self care for autoimmune disorders. Checkout my website for this podcast http://autoimmunerehab.com Check out my 365 ideas for self care on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1475884207/self-care-calendar-365-ideas-for-self    

This is where EFT comes in. EFT is a tool that helps us reconnect and restore that flow. By tapping on specific points along our body's meridian lines, we're essentially giving ourselves a reset. Think of it like going to your breaker box at home and flipping the switch back to “on.” Tapping gently but purposefully on these meridian points sends signals to the brain that it's okay to let go of the blockages that may be holding us in a state of stress, fear, or pain. When we tap, we're sending a calming message through these pathways, helping to clear the disruptions and allow energy to flow as it should. Tapping helps us bridge the mind-body connection by addressing both the thought patterns and the physical sensations that are part of our experience. Join Gina and Don for more information. #EFTTapping #EmotionalFreedomTechniques #EnergyHealing #MindBodyConnection #HolisticHealth #ChronicIllnessSupport #MindfulLiving #AutoimmuneWellness #ReduceStress #TapIntoHealth #EmpowerYourHealth

Join me for a shorter bonus episode where I share with you some autoimmune wellness tips. Learn about my best tips for autoimmune wellness. Website for this podcast My Youtube Channel https://www.facebook.com/groups/1274175526859581- Self Care Facebook Group Free Autoimmune Healing Ebook- http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook Free Webinar- Avoid these 10 common autoimmune healing mistakes. https://expertise.tv/webinar/empowering-women-transform-your-health-journey-by-avoiding-these-10-common-autoimmune-mistakes-2024-02-29/landing/19523 1 Hour Health Coaching Session with Me- https://tidycal.com/annalaurabrown/coaching-session My online classes https://www.eventbrite.com/o/annalaura-brown-374332110  

Send us a textIn this episode of Limitless Health, Kate explores the critical role your gut plays in regulating your immune system and how it may be the key to alleviating autoimmune symptoms. They discuss how issues like leaky gut, inflammation, and food sensitivities can exacerbate autoimmune flare-ups and provide actionable steps to start healing your gut for improved well-being.Key Takeaways:•Gut Health and Immunity: 70-80% of your immune system is in your gut. When your gut is inflamed or imbalanced, it can trigger autoimmune reactions, leading to symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and chronic pain.•Recognizing the Signs: Bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort are indicators that your gut may not be functioning properly. Paying attention to these signals is crucial in managing and reducing autoimmune symptoms.•Actionable Steps to Heal Your Gut:•Food Journaling: Track your meals to identify patterns and potential triggers.•Elimination Diet: Remove common inflammatory foods (e.g., gluten, dairy, seed oils) to help your gut recover.•Gut-Supportive Foods: Incorporate bone broth, collagen, and probiotics, but monitor for any symptoms that may indicate sensitivity to these foods.•Stress Management: Techniques like yoga, EFT tapping, and spending time in nature can help shift the body into a healing state.•Microbiome Balance: Learn how supporting the beneficial bacteria in your gut can reduce inflammation and regulate immune response.Upcoming Event:Don't miss our upcoming Free Webinar: “How to Take Control of Your Autoimmune Health Naturally”. Amanda and Kate will guide you through more in-depth strategies to heal your gut and manage autoimmune symptoms effectively. Click here to register.Call to Action:If you or someone you know is struggling with autoimmune symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, or pain, this episode is for you. Listen in to gain valuable insights and start your journey toward better health. Share this episode, subscribe, and leave a review!Links Mentioned:•Register for the Free Webinar•Visit Our Website•Follow us on Instagram*** This podcast is for information purposes only. By providing the information contained herein, we are not diagnosing, treating, curing, mitigating, or preventing any disease or medical condition. Before beginning any type of natural regimen, it is advisable to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.  

Healthy Living Habits: Healthy Habits for Autoimmune Healing. Join me for this shorter bonus episode where I share clips from multiple episodes on healthy living habits that many of my guests have put into place in order to heal from autoimmune disorders.  Healthy living habits can change your life and are even more important when you have an autoimmune disorder. Website for this podcast My Youtube Channel https://www.facebook.com/groups/1274175526859581- Self Care Facebook Group Free Autoimmune Healing Ebook- http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook Free Webinar- Avoid these 10 common autoimmune healing mistakes. https://expertise.tv/webinar/empowering-women-transform-your-health-journey-by-avoiding-these-10-common-autoimmune-mistakes-2024-02-29/landing/19523 My 8 week 1 on 1 Health Coaching Program- https://annalaurabrown.com/one-on-one-health-coaching-program/ My online essential oils classes https://www.eventbrite.com/o/annalaura-brown-374332110  

In this revealing episode, Sylwia Tabor shares her transformative journey from veganism to a carnivore diet, driven by severe autoimmune issues. She details the health struggles that led to this dramatic dietary shift and how it significantly improved her wellness. Sylwia offers insights into the challenges of transitioning, the importance of clean protein, and her evolving approach to nutrition. Her story highlights the potential benefits of personalized dietary choices in managing autoimmune conditions.For the complete show notes and links visit inspiredliving.show/155

Listen in as I share in this solo episode the healing power of essential oils. How do I use essential oils to help my body to heal? How can you do the same? When are essential oils helpful and when are they not helpful? Discover the power of essential oils to help your body heal itself. Website for this podcast My Youtube Channel https://www.facebook.com/groups/1274175526859581- Self Care Facebook Group Free Autoimmune Healing Ebook- http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook Free Webinar- Avoid these 10 common autoimmune healing mistakes. https://expertise.tv/webinar/empowering-women-transform-your-health-journey-by-avoiding-these-10-common-autoimmune-mistakes-2024-02-29/landing/19523 My 8 week 1 on 1 Health Coaching Program- https://annalaurabrown.com/one-on-one-health-coaching-program/ My online essential oils classes https://www.eventbrite.com/o/annalaura-brown-374332110  

In Episode 345 of the PT Profit Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Michelle Spring, the inspiring force behind Thriving Autoimmune. Diagnosed with both Hashimoto's and celiac disease, Michelle faced a challenging journey of misdiagnoses and debilitating symptoms before finding relief and a new path through the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet. Now, as a health coach, she dedicates her life to helping others navigate their own autoimmune challenges.Join us as Michelle shares her personal story, from enduring relentless fatigue, brain fog, and more, to reclaiming her health and vitality. She discusses the critical role of diet, stress management, and mindset in managing autoimmune diseases. Michelle also offers practical advice for coaches working with clients who might be experiencing similar health issues.This episode is packed with insights for anyone dealing with autoimmune conditions or those looking to support loved ones on their health journeys. Tune in to learn about the transformative power of the AIP diet, the importance of listening to your body, and how to advocate for yourself in the face of chronic illness.Don't miss this enlightening conversation that promises to provide hope and actionable strategies for living a vibrant life with autoimmune disease.Help Us Help More People. When you leave a review on Apple or Spotify, it helps us share the message so that we can raise the industry standards and help more people for free. About the Guest Michelle Spring is the founder of Thriving Autoimmune, a platform dedicated to supporting individuals with autoimmune diseases. Diagnosed with Hashimoto's and celiac disease, Michelle transformed her health through the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet and now works as a health coach, helping others achieve similar success. With a background as an Ironman triathlete, Michelle brings a wealth of personal experience and professional expertise to her coaching practice. She is passionate about empowering people to take control of their health, manage stress, and adopt nourishing diets. Michelle is based in Colorado, where she enjoys hiking and embracing the outdoors while maintaining her own wellness journey. Links@thrivingautoimmunehttps://thrivingautoimmune.comJoin the Facebook community!Are you a new fitness entrepreneur looking to attract clients? Maybe you're looking to dial in your messaging? Or perhaps you're xperienced and looking to scale your business?Head on over to Facebook, and request access to my Online Marketing for Fitness Professionals group. Post an introduction about yourself, ask some questions, or let us celebrate your wins with you.BSimpsonFitness Best Next Steps:Want to scale to consistent and predictable 20k months without adding more hours to your already packed schedule. Let me show you how for freeSimple Scaling - Want the fastest most efficient way to start and scale a profitable business in the health and wellness space, with less than 2k followers or DMing 100 cold people a day? Watch this short free training and I'll show you how for free. Tap here to register:  https://www.ptprofitformula.com/simplescalingConversion Content Framework - Turn your content into clients without pressure or sleaze even with a small following.90 Days of Done for You Content that Converts:Your shortcut to create compelling content that sets you apart in the fitness industry without sacrificing your authentic voice, and gets your ideal clients excited to work with you without being pushy or sleazy.The Complete 10k Per Month Blue Print - FREEhttps://ptprofitformula.com/your-10k-blueprint This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beverleysimpson.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode I was joined by Jamie Hartman, a pioneer in the field of autoimmune wellness. She shared her personal journey with Crohn's disease and how she transformed her health through the autoimmune protocol (AIP). We delved into the evolution of the AIP diet, including the traditional approach and the new, less restrictive modified plan. We also touched on the importance of lifestyle factors in managing autoimmune conditions and debunked some common myths surrounding AIP.For the complete show notes and transcripts visit inspiredliving.show/144

In an intriguing episode of The Autoimmune Hour, we had the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Mittman, the founder of Happy Valley Nutrition. Amanda's philosophy is captivating: she shares, "Many of us have had our views warped by the healthcare industry, diet culture, the patriarchy, capitalism... and we've lost all sense of what our body should be." Host Sharon Sayler and Amanda discuss intuitive eating, body positivity, and maintaining mental health while navigating food sensitivities and a challenging wellness journey. Tune in for practical advice on developing a healthier relationship with food and your body, including:The Challenges of Food Sensitivities and NutritionNavigating Food Allergies and IntolerancesAddressing Emotional Health and Body GriefExploring Coping Mechanisms and Self-TalkNavigating Body Changes and Self-Acceptance and more…More About Our Guest: Amanda Mittman, MS, RDN, LDN, the founder of Happy Valley Nutrition, empathizes, “I know I am not alone. I am not the only person who has suffered the effects of shame and personal deprivation at the expense of the parts of my life that are truly important and bring me joy.” She has committed her practice to helping people who have been through the wringer and are searching for an alternative way to live a fuller life without shame and self-abuse. Her company Happy Valley Nutrition brings compassionate, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive care to the Pioneer Valley (aka “Happy Valley”), Massachusetts, and beyond! Learn more at www.happyvalleynutrition.comShare this link with your family and friends: www.understandingautoimmune.com/Eating_2024* Your host is not a doctor nor a medical professional. Your host, guests, and all medical professionals appearing on the show share opinions only during our presentation. The information presented in this interview cannot substitute for the advice of your physician or other trained medical, healthcare, legal, or other professionals. Host(s) and guest(s) are not diagnosing specific conditions during the show. This show is not intended to diagnose, prevent, or treat autoimmune diseases or other conditions or illnesses. The information provided on UnderstandingAutoimmune.com, Life Interrupted Radio.com, and The Autoimmune Hour is for educational purposes only and opinion only. It is not a substitute for your own medical, legal, or other professional advice and care.©2024 Sharon Sayler and UnderstandingAutoimmune.comIf you've listened to the show, you know it's what my friends call my irrational passion... Please help us continue to offer help and hope for those with autoimmune and long-term health challenges by supporting The Autoimmune Hour podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-autoimmune-hour--2935987/support.

Learn about how transformational breath work can help you heal and thrive with autoimmune challenges. It may seem like breathing is too simple but when you start with transformational breathwork you really can see a difference in how you feel and it can play a big role in your autoimmune healing. Learn from our guest Lisa Joy about how transformational breathing can help you with your autoimmune healing journey. Bio: Lisa Joy Glassman is a Musicians Performance Coach and Dynamic Movement Expert. With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher and Personal Trainer, she coaches students to identify the sources of their resistance, and learn practical actions to remove physical and mental obstacles, stress and pain, in order to create and perform at the highest level. Sign up for any program with Lisa Joy and experience calm, strength, and freedom. Download the FREE Active Potential App: www.activepotential.com/appWeb: www.activepotential.com Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youractivepotential Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activepotential/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisajoyglassman/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@activepotential Free Resources: Essential Guide to Eliminate Chronic Pain: https://www.activepotential.com/download Newsletter: https://activepotential.ck.page/b26befbc3e Ready to eliminate pain through presence and intention, book a FREE Breakthrough Call: https://www.activepotential.com/book-a-call Website for this podcast My Youtube Channel https://www.facebook.com/groups/1274175526859581- Self Care Facebook Group Free Autoimmune Healing Ebook- http://annalaurabrown.com/ebook Free Webinar- Avoid these 10 common autoimmune healing mistakes. https://expertise.tv/webinar/empowering-women-transform-your-health-journey-by-avoiding-these-10-common-autoimmune-mistakes-2024-02-29/landing/19523  

Pain Solutions: How to Stop Chronic Pain with Alison Samon. Alison Samon struggled with chronic pain for 10 years before she finally realized what was causing her pain. Learn about her story and about pain solutions you can implement now. Discover how you really can recover from pain no matter how long you've had it and why you have it. Allison Samon is a Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner who works virtually with people to get out of chronic illness, escape from mystery symptoms, and help re-design their lifestyle so they can be fit, energized, and pain free in ways that are easy, fun, and sustainable. Allison struggled with unexplained chronic pain for over 10 years. Her remarkable healing journey became the basis for her programs: Reboot from Chronic Illness and the Chronic Illness Recovery Blueprint. She's also written an ebook “Detoxing Endocrine Disruptors: Essential Checklist” and is a featured author in the Amazon International Best Seller: Teach Your Expertise. But her proudest accomplishment is becoming a first time Mom over 40, and inspiring other women to successfully have healthy pregnancies despite being considered “geriatric”. Visit her website at: http://healthallie.com or email her at allie@healthallie.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/healthallie Website for this podcast: http://autoimmunerehab.com Youtube channel for videos of podcast and more. https://youtube.com/c/annalaurabrownhealthcoach    

The Robyn Engelson Podcast   Ever wish you had an autoimmune mentor with over decades of experience whispering million dollar health tips in your ear? That's exactly what you will get each week when you tune into The Robyn Engelson Podcast. I'm your host–a sought after autoimmune expert, corporate drop-out turned serial entrepreneur, and lifestyle transformer. Each week, I'll be bringing you inspiring guests, insights, and mindset tools to empower you to be energized, compress time, and start living instead of existing.     

It's almost Christmas so there won't be an episode next Satuday on Christmas eve. For today I'm sharing with you my favorite things for autoimmune healing. Do you have a favorite thing I didn't include on this list? I would love to have you share it with me.  My Amazon Favorite Things Follow me on Instagram Health Coaching Essential Oils Website for this podcast End the fatigue and get your energy back strategy session My Youtube Channel      

There is a vast world of information on how to approach an autoimmune disease. So what are the right ways? What are the best answers? Join me this week as I share a clear "how to" when it comes to approaching your own autoimmune wellness. Want the Free Guide: "How To Get Back On The Wagon"? Get it here! https://www.taylorannmacey.com/free-guide-pod Join my Free Community on Facebook! Autoimmune Warrior Diet Protocol https://www.facebook.com/groups/autoimmunewarrior/ Schedule your FREE Set Your Custom Macros Call with me here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=18505613

Acupuncture for autoimmune healing and wellness.  Have you ever tried acupuncture for autoimmune healing and wellness. If not, you really should try it. Listen in as I interview Morgan Rockwell an acupuncturist about her journey with healing from MS and how acupuncture therapy has helped her and many others. Even if you already do acupuncture you will learn a lot from this episode. If you've never tried acupuncture therapy then this episode should make you want to try it.  Connect with Morgan on her website or socials below.  https://sacredsoulfertilitycom    https://www.tiktok.com/@sacredsoulfertility   https://www.facebook.com/sacredsoulfertility   https://www.instagram.com/sacredsoulfertility/   This month (November) Morgan is offering 50% off all readings. Morgan is focusing on supporting anyone who is wanting to let go of what is no longer serving them in order to bring about what they desire.   Connect with me at any of the following places. Follow me on Instagram Essential Oils Website for this podcast End the fatigue and get your energy back strategy session My Youtube Channel

Learn about natural solutions for chronic pain management with Christine Mcinnis. Ever wondered what natural solutions for chronic pain management exist? Listen in as I interview reflexology expert Christine McInnis about how relfexology, massage, breathing exercises and other natural solutions for chronic pain management can help with migrains, autoimmune pain, and more.  Follow me on Instagram Follow Christine on Instagram Christine's Website Listen to the other episodes of this podcast and check out my website Free Hormone Health Practices (Including guided breathwork sessions) End the fatigue and get your energy back strategy session  

Learn all about the Autoimmune Rehab podcast. Who am I? What is this podcast about? Why did I create this podcast? Self Love, Self Care and the Wellness Journey for Autoimmune Challenges. See all episodes and learn more at http://autoimmunerehab.com   

Is Your Skin Care Toxic? I hope not but for many people it is. Learn about how to make sure your skin care is clean, how to avoid toxins in your skin care and more with this interview with Kelly Bonano. https://kellybonanno.com/ Your skin care products can play a big role in your autoimmune healing and your thyroid function and many people don't even consider it but you relaly must. 

Being diagnosed with a chronic illness is hard at any age. But my guest today was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 15!Following her diagnosis, Melody Sapien has been managing her symptoms through nutrition and lifestyle practices. She now views it as her life's mission to teach others how to do the same, becoming a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner in 2019 and a Wahls Protocol Health Professional in 2021. Today, she works with clients to help them create a formula for vitality that is sustainable for a lifetime.Listen in to find out how the pandemic was the kick-start that Melody needed for her business, how she uses social media to find all of her clients, and how she is able to work in a way that supports her health.As we say in this interview, entrepreneur life can be a rollercoaster, with or without a chronic health condition. Get support by becoming a part of the Patients Getting Paid community. In this episode:The story of Melody's diagnosis at the age of 15, and why she felt relief when her symptoms were given a nameWhy Melody chose to manage her condition with nutrition and lifestyle, and how she was able to turn this into her chronicpreneur businessHow Melody uses social media to grow her business, and how she works with her clientsMelody's novel workaround for getting full health insurance coverageWhy she recommends getting a legal structure in place from the startWhere you can find MelodyFull notes and resources at https://patientsgettingpaid.com/blog/nutrition-lifestyle-wellness-business

Folks with invisible disabilities are often marginalized in our churches. "We don't know where to put them," Angie Alt says. She joins us this week to discuss her journey of  living with chronic illness (3 autoimmune diseases) while also navigating her faith journey, and showing up as an activist in these challenging times. Angie is author and co-author of the award-winning books The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook and The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook. She created a groundbreaking series of online group health coaching programs which have helped thousands of people transition their diets and lifestyle to the Autoimmune Protocol. In 2015, Angie partnered with Mickey Trescott, FNTP at AutoimmuneWellness.com, an award-winning website serving millions with autoimmune disease annually.  In this episode we delve into -  - How living with chronic illness deepened Angie's sense of compassion and impacted her spiritually.   - Two core ways the church can show up for folks in their congregations who are living with invisible disabilities like autoimmune diseases.  - Angie's definition of community care, and the ways it intersects with social justice and self care.  - Being honest about the ebbs and flows of our faith journey and releasing shame.  - What it means to pray with your feet through chronic illness.  Additional Resources Mentioned -  - Definitive Guide to AIP and sign up for the newsletter.  - A Place of Healing: Wrestling with the Mysteries of Suffering, Pain and God's Sovereignty  by Joni Earckson Tada 

Intuitive eating is a gentle approach to health and life that prioritizes feeling good in your body. It helps you cultivate a much more relaxed relationship with food, but the process isn't always easy. It takes time and patience, and a lot of work to unlearn and reframe diet culture messaging we've learned over the years.Weight-inclusive health coach Tomesha Campbell joins me to talk about how you can work through some common roadblocks that people typically come across when trying to adopt an intuitive eating lifestyle.Tomesha Campbell is an experienced health coach, speaker, and blogger. She is driven by the desire to support women to break up with the scale and develop a positive body image through a weight-inclusive approach to health. Tomesha's journey with weight and body image has been a long one, but it's taught her that health is about so much more than weight. Tomesha has been featured on Autoimmune Wellness, the SPI Blog, and Boston While Black. She currently resides in Watertown, MA with her dog, Penny Deena.Listener perk: Get $100 off Cycle Magic, a cycle-syncing course for menstrual misfits, with the code LUNARLOVE.View all podcast listener perks here.Referenced in this episode:Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse ReschThe Intuitive Eating Workbook by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse ReschRobin Mallery's chocolate mindfulness exercisePodcast: Eating and the Enneagram with Health Coach Tomesha CampbellThe Enneagram of Eating by Ann Gadd10 Principles of Intuitive EatingTomesha's websiteHow you can work with me:Apply to work with me 1:1Enroll in the Cycle Magic cycle-syncing courseCheck out my virtual workshopsKeep in touch!WebsiteInstagramSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kristenc)

This week we chat with Mickey Trescott from Autoimmune Wellness. Mickey is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and coach. She has also written numerous cookbooks: The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook, The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook and The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen.  Mickey also co-host The Autoimmune Wellness Podcast and co-teach The AIP Certified Coach Practitioner Training Program with Angie. Some things we chatted about were:What is AIP?How does one get their health on track using this method? What are some symptoms to food reactions?What are the steps to starting AIP?Ways to meal prep and cook to start AIPWhat are the things to eliminate and what order?What are some recipes?How to travel on AIP?How do I order at a restaurant? What types of AIP drinks can I have?Where can I find a support group with AIP?Where to find more of Mickey:Mickeys AIP websiteAutoimmune Wellness PodcastInstagramFacebookPinterestYouTubeTwitterWatch the YouTube Version hereResources mentioned:AIP ResearchAutoimmune WellnessFollow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comFacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeHelp support my book and tea buying habit by "Buying me a Book"a twist on buy me a coffeeWhen I reach my goal of $100 I will do a special book giveaway!Theme song :    -Soundotcom called Go Rock    -Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4458-take-the-leadLicense: http://creativecommons.org/

ANGIE ALT is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified Health Coach, author of The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook and co-author of The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook. She's also the creator and director of SAD to AIP in SIX, SAS Phase 2, and The Living Well Collective, a series of online group health coaching programs that have helped thousands of people on the path to wellness by teaching them how to transition their diets and lifestyle to the Autoimmune Protocol. Additionally, Angie partners with doctors to conduct medical research. In 2017 results were published from her first study showing the efficacy of AIP for inflammatory bowel diseases and in 2019 results were published from her second study on the efficacy of AIP for autoimmune thyroid disease. Results for a third study on the efficacy of AIP for psoriasis and eczema will be published soon. In 2015, Angie partnered with Mickey Trescott. Together, Mickey and Angie, run AutoimmuneWellness.com, the Autoimmune Wellness podcast, and AIP Certified Coach.   MICKEY TRESCOTT, FNTP prides herself in finding creative solutions to preparing, cooking, and succeeding on allergen-free diets. She is the author of the best-selling guide to the Autoimmune Protocol, The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook. With her partner Angie Alt, she co-authored The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook, an award-winning, whole lifestyle approach to healing with autoimmune disease. Her newest release, The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen focuses on nutrient density, an often-overlooked aspect to deep healing with food. In 2012, Mickey founded https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fautoimmunewellness.com%2F&data=04%7C01%7C%7Ca3c668b428844bcf904908d913e8e57f%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637562713265671065%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=GCGM79Gob4YF8KwoLfAkEgnfNy1JKDJUCnkCE1qJCdU%3D&reserved=0 (AutoimmuneWellness.com), an award-winning website that serves millions of readers annually with recipes and resources for living well with autoimmune disease and chronic illness. With Angie Alt FNTP, CHC, and Sarah Ballantyne, PhD, she is the co-creator and co-teacher of AIP Certified Coach, an advanced training for wellness practitioners all across the natural and conventional healthcare spectrum.  When she isn't getting crazy in the kitchen or doing wellness research, Mickey can be found riding horses on her family's farm, obsessively knitting a pair of socks, or figuring out how to build a non-toxic, sustainable home. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband Noah, cat Savannah. Website: http://autoimmunewellness.com/ (autoimmunewellness.com) FB: https://www.facebook.com/autoimmunepaleo (https://www.facebook.com/autoimmunepaleo) IG: https://www.instagram.com/autoimmunepaleo/ (https://www.instagram.com/autoimmunepaleo/)

So often I'm asked if diet and lifestyle change can really help those with autoimmune disease, and my answer is always a resounding, "ABSOLUTELY!"   But don't just take it from me, tune in to this week's inspirational and educational episode of The Autoimmune Simplified Podcast with our very special guest, Angie Alt, one of the pioneers of the Autoimmune Protocol.    In case you've never heard of it, the Autoimmune Protocol, or AIP, is a science-based template that can be used to help manage autoimmune disease, alone or in conjunction with other treatments, both natural and conventional.    You don't want to miss this episode! Angie tells us about her personal journey with celiac disease, endometriosis and lichen sclerosis, shares some insight about her program “SAD to AIP in SIX” (the Standard American Diet to AIP in Six Weeks) and a few tips to help you get started right away on your own journey to autoimmune wellness.   About Angie Alt, Certified Health Coach (CHC), Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP) : Angie is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Certified Health Coach, author of The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook and co-author of The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook. She's also the creator and director of SAD to AIP in SIX, SAS Phase 2, and The Living Well Collective, a series of online group health coaching programs that have helped thousands of people on the path to wellness by teaching them how to transition their diets and lifestyle to the Autoimmune Protocol. Additionally, Angie partners with doctors to conduct medical research. In 2017 results were published from her first study showing the efficacy of AIP for inflammatory bowel diseases and in 2019 results were published from her second study on the efficacy of AIP for autoimmune thyroid disease. Results for a third study on the efficacy of AIP for psoriasis and eczema will be published soon. In 2015, Angie partnered with Mickey Trescott. Together, Mickey and Angie, run AutoimmuneWellness.com, the Autoimmune Wellness podcast, and AIP Certified Coach.    Connect with Angie www.autoimmunewellness.com www.sadtoaip.com Instagram: @angie.alt  SAVE $100 on the July 2021 cohort of SAD to AIP in SIX - Discount Code: 100th This will be the LAST Group offered in 2021

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Should You Really Eat Organic? It depends Good idea if you can. However, not all organic is created equal. Growing your own food is the best. Organic delivery boxes like Misfits can be an option. Dirty Dozen Spinach Apples Strawberries Celery Kale Nectarines Grapes Peaches Cherries Pears Tomatoes Potatoes Clean Fifteen Avocados Sweet Corn Pineapple Onions Papaya Sweet Peas Frozen Eggplant Asparagus Cauliflower Cantalope Broccoli Mushrooms Cabbage Honey Dew Melon Kiwi Visit my blog at http://annalaurabrown.com Email me at annalaura@annalaurabron.com

In this episode, Erin talks to Ryan Monahan about the hidden stressors in the body. These are things that are preventing someone from healing. Mostly, the person is unaware of these stressors because they are underneath the surface. For instance, you can be suffering from a heavy metal issue that will lead to gut infection, hormone imbalance, and poor immune function. Ultimately, Ryan wants people to live their best lives.    Ryan explains why autoimmune diseases are on the rise – our modern life looks vastly different than it did one-hundred years ago. Industrialized diseases are also on the rise. Ryan says that it has everything to do with the radical shift in our diets and lifestyles. Unfortunately, it is out of alignment with what our body expects from us.   Later, Ryan talks about thyroid health and his Hashimoto's diagnosis. After Ryan found out about his diagnosis, he made significant changes to his lifestyle. If you are looking to make substantial changes, the first step is to see a functional medicine doctor. Stay tuned as Ryan speaks about optimizing gut health and the one-percent change rule.   In This Episode:    [00:30]About today’s guest, Ryan Monahan [01:25] Common problems Ryan sees as an Autoimmune Protocol Coach [05:00] Autoimmune diseases are on the rise [07:55] About thyroid health and Hashimoto’s [16:05] All about functional medicine [28:50] Fixing mold and heavy metal problems in your body [39:45] Optimizing gut health [42:00] The way that we are living now is the extreme   Quotes:  “There is a lot of commonality between all autoimmune diseases.” “We have to look at health in a comprehensive and holistic way.” GUEST: Ryan Monahan, FDN-P - The Mindful Nutrivore   Ryan Monahan is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), clinical advisor for the medical director program at FDN, and certified Autoimmune Protocol Coach with a passion for uncovering hidden stressors that contribute to thyroid disease. Ryan spent over 10 years visiting more than 40 health professionals to find answers to his chronic health complaints until being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s in 2012. Since then, his mission has been to change the dialogue about chronic disease towards a holistic, functional approach. With the help of cutting edge functional lab work, Ryan helps his clients to identify the true root causes of their primary health challenges so that they can stop wasting time and resources, and start living their best life.  Typically, his clients are those who have struggled with finding relief from their autoimmune symptoms. Oftentimes, they feel that they’ve “tried everything”, and that traditional medicine hasn’t served them. In his experience, there is a better way. WEB & SOCIAL MEDIA The Mindful Nutrivore - Website  Facebook Instagram  Twitter   FEATURED PODCASTS / INTERVIEWS   Well-Fed Women (Podcast)   Autoimmune Wellness (Podcast)   Healing Uncensored (Podcast)   Facebook Live Interview with My Celiac Solution (includes video)   The Seed and Plate (Written Interview)   Healing Hashimoto’s Summit (Requires Summit Purchase)   Summit for Wellness (Podcast)   The Health Hub (Podcast) Resources: IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinroefit/       website: erinroe.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/erinroefit/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1208735172667732/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVFqZiXhmUD5G3c7fAJ5m-w?sub_confirmation=1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-roe-564066195/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/erinlr0318 Twitter: https://twitter.com/erinroefit Listen to My Empower Project here: iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/my-empower-project/id1438357146 Google Play https://play.google.com/music/m/I263pazd243zxuo44ywvzmlv6cu?t=My_Empower_Project Stitcher  https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/my-empower-project   Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/72jdtm92ezS8CKy7ZPeorg?si=x1kgLg3tSCamneSuf75HzA iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-my-empower-project-30091057/

On Episode 52, Whitney and Kristen sit down with Angie Alt, one part of the amazing duo, along with Mickey Trescott who make up the founders of Autoimmune Wellness. Angie is a Certified Health Coach and Nutritional Therapy Consultant who leads group coaching programs, as well as, works one-on-one with a small number of highly-motivated clients. She is the award-winning author of The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook, co-author of The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook, and co-host of The Autoimmune Podcast with Mickey. She is the creator of the SAD to AIP in SIX, The Living Well Collective and have lead thousands through their progress through the Autoimmune Protocol. On this episode, we talk all about living life with not just one, but three autoimmune diseases during Covid-19, how the autoimmune protocol diet helps, how it works, and how you can incorporate it in to your life. We talk about what is in her AIP pantry, tips to starting and Angie breaks some myths surrounding AIP. Connect with Angie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angie.alt/?hl=en Angie's SAD to AIP in SIX program https://sadtoaip.com/ Connect with Autoimmune Wellness/Paleo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autoimmunepaleo/?hl=en Visit the Autoimmune Wellness website: https://autoimmunewellness.com/ Listen to Angie's Podcast "The Autoimmune Podcast" Follow along with @tglpodcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tglpodcast/?hl=en Get social using #tgltuesdays & don't forget to stalk your hosts: @kgrace01 and @positivelyposie

Welcome to a special emergency-edition of The Autoimmune Wellness Podcast. We're not in the middle of a regularly-scheduled podcast season, but we wanted to bring you some important information about the novel coronavirus and the disease Covid-19 that is spreading across the world. Please understand that Mickey & Angie are not medical providers and all the information shared in this podcast is for informational use ... The post Covid-19 and Autoimmune Wellness – Emergency Pod appeared first on Autoimmune Wellness.

Mickey Trescott, NTP is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, blogger, author, and advocate for those taking recovery from autoimmune disease into their own hands. Mickey has a special place in my heart because her first book was the resource that my wife, Julie, used to help me recover my own health. She’s now written a second book, The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen, emphasizing the healing aspects of the highly nutritious foods available within the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) template. In this interview, Mickey and I discuss her journey to finally being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s and celiac diseases, and the lifestyle factors that may have contributed to her illness. She discusses some of the pitfalls encountered by people following AIP, and the clinical trials being done to empirically validate AIP as a treatment for autoimmune disease. Here’s the outline of this interview with Mickey Trescott: [00:00:10] Nutrient density, defined. [00:01:13] Book: The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook: An Allergen-Free Approach to Managing Chronic Illness, by Mickey Trescott. [00:02:00] Autoimmune Protocol; Mickey’s website: Autoimmune Wellness. [00:02:20] Journey to diagnoses of Hashimoto's and Celiac. [00:06:42] Veganism and vegetarianism; nutrient deficiencies. [00:09:27] Which autoimmune conditions respond best to AIP? [00:12:13] Why AIP works. [00:15:32] Book: The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen: 125 Autoimmune Paleo Recipes for Deep Healing and Vibrant Health. [00:16:13] Common mistakes within the AIP community. [00:19:12] Recipe: Bacon Beef Liver Pâté with Rosemary and Thyme. [00:23:10] Studies showing efficacy of AIP using Angie Alt’s program: Abbott, Robert D., Adam Sadowski, and Angela G. Alt. "Efficacy of the Autoimmune Protocol Diet as Part of a Multi-disciplinary, Supported Lifestyle Intervention for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis." (2019) and Konijeti, Gauree G., et al. "Efficacy of the autoimmune protocol diet for inflammatory bowel disease." Inflammatory bowel diseases 23.11 (2017): 2054-2060. [00:23:35] Angie Alt’s group health coaching program: SAD to AIP in 6. [00:25:25] Seeds Journal; Podcast: Nudge Tactics for Performance and Health, with Simon Marshall, PhD. [00:26:11] Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies. [00:28:20] Loser avoidance bias; Fitness startup that failed due to avoidance bias. [00:29:48] Cal Newport; Podcast: How to Live Well in a High Tech World. [00:30:25] Groups for in-person AIP meetups - Find Your AIP Community. [00:33:08] Learning to cook. [00:36:52] Cultured Caveman in Portland, OR. [00:37:36] Reintroducing food on AIP. [00:43:04] Eating at restaurants. [00:45:43] Getting glutened; Gluten-free Ground Breaker beer. [00:48:35] Blog: Gluten in Beer: Test Results of Gluten Levels in Beer. [00:54:06] Eczema-psoriasis study (enrollment has ended since this podcast was recorded). [00:55:09] Rob Abbott, MD. Podcast: How to Treat Hashimoto’s using the Autoimmune Protocol.

Mickey Trescott is a chef and certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who helps people succeed on allergen-free diets like the Autoimmune Protocol, otherwise known as the AIP elimination diet. Mickey is a former vegan and has an amazing story to share about her journey discovering that she had two autoimmune diseases and finding her way to recovery. She's a leader in the community of the autoimmune paleo protocol. Her first book is called The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook which has won awards and became a national best-seller. She runs a website called AutoimmuneWellness.com and a podcast called The Autoimmune Wellness Podcast. She also helped co-write a guidebook called “the Autoimmune Wellness handbook” which helps you through so much more than the diet, like how to be an informed patient and address all areas of your life than can affect your autoimmune condition.Mickey and Angie now teach and certify other healthcare practitioners to become AIP certfiied coaches, so needless to say Mickey is an absolute EXPERT in the field of autoimmune wellness and dieting. Her new book just came out and it's called “The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen” which focuses on an often overlooked but vital element of the AIP diet which is to eat foods that are rich in nutrients so that you can support the healing process with great success.For professional Inquiries contact - Marisa Moon, Certified Primal Health Coach: marisa@marisamoon.com;Jessica Dogert, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist: jessdogert@gmail.comDisclaimer: Consult with your doctor or functional medicine practitioner before trying any of the remedies or protocols mentioned in this episode. Mickey Trescott and Marisa Moon are not physicians or medical practitioners. This information and recording is for informational and educational purposes only.Points of Discussion:What is an autoimmune disease?Mickey's story experiencing symptoms at age 26- 6 doctor's later she was diagnosed with 2 Autoimmune Diseases: Celiac Disease and Hashimotos Thyroiditis- “Normal” thyroid panel test results even with a thyroid autoimmune disease- Needed to request specific tests for Thyroid such as Free T3 and Free T4- Vegan Gluten-Free Diet made her conditions worse- Eating meat for the first time made her feel good right away - Mickey started autoimmunewellness.com to share what she's learned about eating and cooking for autoimmune diseaseWhat's the AIP Diet?- More than a Diet, it's a process or protocol to identify foods that trigger symptoms for you as an individual- Starts with an elimination phase (research based): grains, legumes, nuts, eggs, dairy, seeds, nightshades and foods derived from those groups- Take those foods out 1-3 months and then reintroduce to see what works and what doesn't (starting with least inflammatory foods first)- Elimination stage is so important, 100% compliance, to calm the immune system- Nutrient-density is the other half of the equation (besides elimination) because they provide materials to heal your bodyNutrient Dense Foods that are often left out:- organ meats, bone broth, colorful/seasonal fruits and veggies, cold-water fatty fish, shellfish, grass-fed pasture-raised meats, fermented foods.Some of the signs to look for when you reintroduce foods during the protocol:- any symptoms return, skin issues and digestive changes are big ones. Mood changes and sleep disturbances, fatigue, joint pain, and brain fog or hangover feelings. The Gut is Skin and includes our digestive tract.- Our skin reflects the health of our digestive tract. Unexpected symptoms:- When Mickey accidentally eats gluten she notices a change in her mood, she's more irritable, irrational and emotionally unstable.- When Marisa drinks coffee too regularly it makes her more stressed out and emotionally unstable.Mickey shares her story about weaning off of a major coffee addiction.- You can be sensitive to caffeine and not the coffee bean or vice versa. (the former is often for people with adrenal and thyroid disorders)Nutrient-Density:- The amount of nutrients in relation to the amount of energy/calories in a certain food- Our food system is flooded with nutrient-poor foods that fill us up but don't offer anything regarding nourishment.- When you have autoimmune disease you especially need nutrients to heal whatever your immune is damaging in your condition.- She wrote “The Nutrient Dense Kitchen” because the importance of nutrient-density has gotten lost in the growing field of AIP and Paleo.- Nutrient Density is important for everyone, not just autoimmunity. - Seasonal (and local) foods are most dense with nutrients, such as local wild berries - Wild plants have to defend themselves which means more nutrients - The most nutrient-dense animal proteins are cold-water fatty fish and shellfish. Next is grass-fed beef. Pork ranges widely depending on if the pig ate a foraged (pasture) diet. Regenerative farmers raise animals in a way that yields the most nutrient-dense meat and protects the earth and environmentRegenerative farms:- raise animals in a way that yields the most nutrient-dense meat, good for animals and humans, and protects the earth/environment- (sources named under “resources” below)Supplements vs. food nutrients - homemade liver supplementNames of common Autoimmune conditionsMost people with autoimmunity need to stay off of gluten foreverResources:- Autoimmunewellness.com- Mickeytrescott.com- Instagram @mickeytrescott and @autoimmunepaleo- Facebook @autoimmunepaleo and Autoimmune Wellness- The Paleo Approach by Dr Sarah Ballantyne, scientifically-backed AIP book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2YwiNu0 (affiliate link)- The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook (Mickey Trescott) Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Ywjaoo (affiliate link)- Autoimmune Wellness Handbook (Mickey Trescott) Amazon: https://amzn.to/31kLZkt (affiliate link)- The Nutrient Dense Kitchen (Mickey Trescott) Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Kxo5vk (affiliate link)- Learn more about Nutrient-Density in The Foundation of Wellness podcast episodes #31 and #32- Order local and grass-fed pasture-raised meats from - Marisa's loves Seven Sons Farms (regenerative farm collective in the midwest). Use this link for $10 off your cart https://goo.gl/RKg6uN - grasslandbeef.com for US Wellness Meats, national shippingGet connected with Mickey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickeytrescotthttps://www.instagram.com/autoimmunepaleowebsite: autoimmunewellness.comTake Home Message: Facing autoimmune disease and the autoimmune protocol is a dynamic journey that's very individualized to you. Sometimes you will take one step forward and two steps back, you learn in the process and you figure out eventually what works best for you at different times in your life. Nutrient density is key to healing and keeping your body resilient and balanced. Marisa's site: https://www.marisamoon.comLearn about *Intermittent Fasting Freedom* at marisamoon.com/iffreedomJessica's site: https://www.jessicadogert.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FoundationofWellnessPodcastInstagram: @foundationofwellness_podcast https://www.instagram.com/foundationofwellness_podcast@marisa_moon_@jessica_dogertIntro/Exit Music  - "Ukulele Whistle" by Scott Holmes

Today on the Live Well Podcast we'll be speaking with Mickey Trescott about nutrient density and how we can use food to help our bodies heal! If you don't know Mickey, she's the co-founder of the Autoimmune Wellness blog. Her new cookbook, the Nutrient Dense Kitchen came out earlier this year and is an amazing resource for implementing a nutrient dense diet. When embarking on healing diets we focus a lot on what we can't eat, but focusing on the nutrients we can receive and maximizing our nutritional intake makes a HUGE difference in the healing process. Mickey is a pioneer in this alternative approach to healing autoimmune disease and going beyond medicine and I'm so thrilled to have her here today sharing her knowledge! As a gift, download a free 7-Day AIP Meal Plan here >>

Angie Alt is a health coach, author and one of the amazing, pioneering women behind the Autoimmune Wellness blog. Join us as we speak about endometriosis as a social justice issue in our society. You'll learn about Angie's experience with endometriosis, treatment options, and explore important ways to manage this underrepresented condition. 

Before I get into the introduction for today's show, I simply want to thank you all for your patience and support over the past month as we have taken a brief break from the podcast. The entire team has been hard at work over the past two weeks and have just released the newest version of the Ultimate Integrative and Functional Medicine Education Resource. The 2018 edition has a whopping 57 pages and is filled with 170 total resources from blogs, books and e-books to podcasts, practitioner trainings and conferences, all with embedded links to get you right where you need to be!   The book is also full of amazing pictures from none other than my partner in crime, my twin brother James, and I think you will really enjoy the combination of artistry and content. And I have to give some major thanks to my dear friend and the woman behind the scenes of nearly everything you see on the webpage and social media, Rhett Deverich. She was instrumental in getting this E-book designed and I am lucky to have it .   AND, if that wasn't enough, I just announced my partnership with Mickey Trescott and Angie Alt of Autoimmune Wellness. If you have not already, you must check out the work of Mickey and Angie, pioneers in the field of nutrition when it comes to the nutrient dense elimination diet The Paleo Autoimmune Protocol. I am so fortunate to have partnered with them and have already published our first collaborative blog post: Is Baking Soda An Effective Treatment for Autoimmune Disease?  Be sure to explore the article with the link on our podcast page or your podcast player.   So, are you ready for today's show?   In Episode 045 of A Medicinal Mind: Wisdom and Well Being, I welcome my close friend and fellow Virginian, Ashley Mannell. Ashley is the only dual-credentialed psychiatric nurse practitioner and registered dietitian in Virginia, who is ALSO a certified practitioner of Functional Medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine.   And in today's show we get into the story that lead Ashley to such a unique place of healing. Starting by sharing her early experiences as a child and in the healthcare field as a whole, Ashley offers some background behind her pursuit of medicine. Growing from here Ashley leads us into her journey into more holistic practice, why she ultimately decided to pursue functional and integrative medicine over more traditional clinical practice.   Ashley then leads us into a discussion of her clinical practice, first seeking to define integrative psychiatry and psychology, outlining the methodical and foundational approach of her visionary clinic Richmond Integrative Psychiatry and Nutrition Services. She shares a little about their design, describing the team based approach of the clinic and the way they focus on key lifestyle habits while supporting and healing the gut on top of integrating in support for mental wellness.   We then explore some of the current hot topics in psychiatry, discussing the role of psychotherapy and genetic testing alongside nutrition and targeted supplementation. We even begin to speculate upon the future of psychiatry and the road ahead for mental health care.   This was an absolute joy to record and I am so lucky to have a partner in Virginia with such knowledge and passion for healing using root cause approaches. Functional and integrative medicine in Virginia is only going to grow with clinicians like Ashley.   And with that, let's get into the show!   Stay up to date with Ashley and her work using this link: https://richmondfoodandmood.com   You can see all of our content including blogs, poetry, meditations, and our weekly newsletter at our webpage: A Medicinal Mind   You can also follow A Medicinal Mind on Facebook and Instagram If you enjoyed the show, please subscribe with Apple Podcasts and leave us a review. Your feedback and reviews allow our message and this space of nourishment to grow. Disclaimer: The content at A Medicinal Mind and the content of our podcast are educational and informational in nature. They are not intended to be medical advice, spiritual counsel or a substitute for working with a health professional or a trained spiritual counselor. We cannot guarantee the outcome of any of the recommendations provided on our page or by the guests on our podcast and any statements written or made about any potential outcomes are expressions of opinion only.

Autoimmune Diet and Bowel Disease | Podcast #166 with Angie Alt   Get Show Updates Here: http://www.beyondwellnessradio.com/newsletter You-tube Podcast Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=justinhealth Show Transcription: https://justinhealth.com/autoimmune-diet-and-bowel-disease-podcast-#166-with-angie-alt Did you know that your bowels are linked to your overall health and immunity? In today's live podcast, Angie Alt of Autoimmune Wellness joins Dr. Justin Marchegiani as they discuss the topic of autoimmune diet for various bowel diseases. Learn the common mistakes that people commit when going on an autoimmune diet, autoimmune protocol (AIP), the right foods to eat to help with bowel diseases, and so much more. If you're suffering from some type/s of bowel and digestion issues, this video will give you some very helpful information. Come watch!   In this episode, we cover:   03:40   Dietary Aspects of Autoimmune Protocol   05:30   Pitfalls   10:12   Autoimmune Diets to Improve Your Health   15:50   Curcumin and Autoimmune Protocols   22:15   Autoimmune Protocol for IBD   Subscribe on I-Tunes: http://www.beyondwellnessradio.com/itunes Review us at: http://www.beyondwellnessradio.com/itunes Visit us at: http://www.beyondwellnessradio.com Have a question: http://www.beyondwellnessradio.com/question

In Episode 030 of A Medicinal Mind: Wisdom and Well Being, I share space with one of the visionary hearts behind Autoimmune Wellness, pioneering health coach and nutritional therapy consultant Angie Alt. You may remember in Episode 025, I held an inspiring conversation with the other half of this courageous duo, Mickey Trescott, and in this episode I continue the conversation with Angie as we seek to uncover the secrets behind communal healing, the real roots of wholesome lifestyle change and the hope that is born when we begin to see the past, no matter how troubling, not as something to run from, but as something to grow into.   In this podcast, we begin by exploring Angie's story, a story of suffering, renewal and unfathomable faith, leading her to her current calling as a health coach guiding others through the uncertainty and hurt of autoimmune illness.      Angie highlights her innovative initiative SAD to AIP in SIX, a group coaching program that has lead thousands of folks through their transition to the Autoimmune Protocol and sustainable lifestyle change. Speaking on its early origins and immediate success, into its most recent period of growth, Angie offers us some insights into the structure of the program, who is actually involved in the group and how truly does one support those through the healing journey?   Straying perhaps from the measurable and describable, we ask some curious questions behind the cultivation of community, the opening to vulnerability, and the eventual path to empowered wellness.   Is it really all about food?   We then explore Angie's most recent collaboration with Dr. Gauree Konijeti, MD, MPH, Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at the Scripps Clinic in San Diego, California. Together the two partnered to guide 15 patients through a modified version of Angie's revolutionary program, ultimately leading 12 of the 15 participants from multiple years of debilitating illness despite significant pharmacologic therapy into clinical remission and new found health.   I cannot express how much I enjoyed this conversation with Angie, navigating through mild sleep deprivation and a few stumbling sentences to somehow begin to answer the ultimate question:   How do we get well?   And who do we to actually do it?   I hope you enjoy the show.   Keep up with Mickey and Angie on their website using this link: https://autoimmunewellness.com If you would like to read all of the articles I've written here on the blog, click here. If you would like to follow my daily ins and outs, check out my Instagram! If you would like to learn more about becoming a health coach, click here.   Listen to all of A Medicinal Mind's previous podcasts here: https://www.amedicinalmind.com/podcast-wisdom-and-well-being   Disclaimer: The content at A Medicinal Mind and the content of our podcast are educational and informational in nature. They are not intended to be medical advice, spiritual counsel or a substitute for working with a health professional or a trained spiritual counselor. We cannot guarantee the outcome of any of the recommendations provided on our page or by the guests on our podcast and any statements written or made about any potential outcomes are expressions of opinion only.