Podcasts about chronic illness

If you or someone you love is navigating chronic illness inside a relationship, this episode is for you. And even if you're not personally facing a health challenge right now, this conversation matters because at some point, almost every relationship will encounter stress, illness, aging, loss, or caregiving in some form. The question is not whether challenges will come — it's how we learn to face them together while protecting the relationship itself.

At 25, Jace Yawnick was building a career in health and wellness sales, chasing growth, status, and the usual young adult fantasy of getting somewhere fast. Then his body stopped cooperating. Fatigue turned into chemotherapy. The diagnosis was primary mediastinal B cell non Hodgkin lymphoma, and the rest of his life split into before and after. Now in remission, he talks about cancer the way people actually live it, not the way nonprofits package it. He gets into survivorship, mental health, young adult isolation, and the deadening absurdity of prior authorization. One of the sharpest parts of the conversation lands on a simple American insult disguised as policy: treatment innovation means very little when insurance can still deny the scan, the drug, or the next step. Jace has seen that firsthand, including during routine monitoring after active treatment. This episode tracks what happens when a young cancer patient becomes a public voice and refuses to play mascot. It covers oncology, insurance, remission, advocacy, and the long mental hangover that follows survival. It also names the part too many institutions dodge: the system works great right up until it doesn't, and when it fails, patients get handed the bill, the panic, and a camera if they want anyone to care. RELATED LINKSJace Beats CancerJace Yawnick on LinkedImConquer Cancer ArticleCURE Today ArticlePyure BrandsFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TODAY ON THE ROBERT SCOTT BELL SHOW: Dr. Robin Rose, Long COVID, Hidden Terrain of Chronic Illness, Pam Holloway, Ozonated Glycerin, Long COVID Protocols, ENCORE! Vaccine Injured Voices, Sylvie Beljanski, Integrative Cancer Conference, Cascarilla, and MORE! https://robertscottbell.com/dr-robin-rose-long-covid-hidden-terrain-of-chronic-illness-pam-holloway-ozonated-glycerin-long-covid-protocols-encore-vaccine-injured-voices-sylvie-beljanski-integrative-cancer-conference-c/ Purpose and Character The use of copyrighted material on the website is for non-commercial, educational purposes, and is intended to provide benefit to the public through information, critique, teaching, scholarship, or research. Nature of Copyrighted Material Weensure that the copyrighted material used is for supplementary and illustrative purposes and that it contributes significantly to the user's understanding of the content in a non-detrimental way to the commercial value of the original content. Amount and Substantiality Our website uses only the necessary amount of copyrighted material to achieve the intended purpose and does not substitute for the original market of the copyrighted works. Effect on Market Value The use of copyrighted material on our website does not in any way diminish or affect the market value of the original work. We believe that our use constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content on the website violates your copyright, please contact us providing the necessary information, and we will take appropriate action to address your concern.

What if the biggest problem in healthcare isn't a lack of treatments—but a lack of tools? In this episode, Dr. Jen sits down with Dr. Eric Born, President of the International College of Integrative Medicine (ICIM), to discuss why conventional medicine often struggles with chronic disease and how integrative medicine offers a more complete path forward. They explore root-cause medicine, gut health, food sensitivities, toxins, chelation therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, regenerative medicine, and the importance of treating the whole person. Dr. Born also shares the history and mission of ICIM, a community of forward-thinking practitioners dedicated to helping patients heal through practical, evidence-informed approaches that can be applied immediately in clinical practice. Dr. Eric Born, DO, is a pioneer in integrative and functional medicine and currently serves as President of the International College of Integrative Medicine (ICIM). With more than 35 years of clinical experience, he has dedicated his career to helping patients uncover the root causes of chronic illness through a blend of conventional medicine and advanced integrative therapies. His expertise includes chelation therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, regenerative medicine, environmental medicine, and preventive healthcare. Through his leadership, teaching, and clinical practice, Dr. Born continues to advance the field of patient-centered, root-cause medicine.Website: https://bornintegrativemedicinemi.comPODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavoritesFOLLOW ME:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmomFTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored.DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.

PEACEFUL MIND PODCAST — EPISODE 331 Motherhood with Fibromyalgia: Finding Strength in Chronic Illness Danielle is joined by her coaching client Allie, a mom who has been living with fibromyalgia for over 13 years. What started as a physical fall led to a diagnosis that quietly reshaped everything about the way Allie mothered, moved through the world, and thought about herself. In this honest, unhurried conversation, Allie shares what it was really like — the guilt, the grief, the invisible struggle of looking fine while feeling anything but — and what changed when she stopped fighting her limitations and started working with them. If you are navigating a chronic illness, a health challenge, or any season that has forced you to let go of the mom you thought you were going to be, this episode will make you feel deeply seen. And if you're not, Allie's story carries wisdom that applies to any woman who has had to rebuild her expectations and find a new kind of strength. In This Episode You'll Learn: What fibromyalgia actually is — and why it's called an invisible illness How Allie shifted from surviving to thriving as a mom with a chronic condition The lies she believed about herself early on — and what she knows now that she wishes she had known then What her daughter, now 23, says about growing up with a mom who had to do things differently Why life coaching — not chronic illness coaching — became the turning point in her journey What Allie would say to a mom who has just been diagnosed with something and is grieving the life she thought she would have Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here Related Episodes If this topic resonated with you, these episodes may also help: #233 — Self-Compassion: The Key to a Peaceful Mind #266 — How to Handle Anything: A 3-Step Formula #246 — How to Free Yourself From Unmet Expectations: The Manual Edition

You're the one everyone leans on. The one who reads the room, holds it all together, always knows the right thing to say. You are surrounded by people who love you, and yet no one in your life truly knows the woman underneath.For the women carrying chronic illness and autoimmune disease, the emotional patterns underneath the symptoms are rarely the ones you'd expect, and this is one almost no one ever connects to their body. But the cost of going through your life unseen is real, and it shows up in places you would never think to look.In this episode, you'll discover:How a lifetime of not being truly seen may be driving the symptoms no one can explainThe hidden habit keeping you invisible, even to the people closest to youWhat changes in your body when you stop hiding and let yourself be seenYou might already sense your emotions and your health are connected, but untangling it feels like one more enormous thing to take on. So I made it simple. My free ChatGPT prompt takes your actual symptoms and shows you what could be going on underneath them in under thirty seconds. No digging. No working it out on your own. Right now, it is completely free, and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.Research referenced in this episode - PMID: 17854483.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

What if the most important care in the entire healthcare system is also the most underfunded? While hospitals and inpatient reimbursements rise with inflation, the physician fee schedule has quietly declined roughly 33% in real terms over 25 years — and this year it's facing another cut. In this episode, Jamie Preston sits down with Your Health CEO Matt Staub, just back from Capitol Hill, where he spent a record-setting 95-degree day meeting with seven legislative offices to advocate for physicians, providers, and the patients they serve across rural South Carolina, Georgia, and beyond. What follows is part field report, part reflection on why preventive primary care saves money and lives — and why we plan meticulously for weddings, retirement, and vacations, but treat our own health with a "call us if something happens" approach. In this conversation: Why a 2.5–5% physician fee cut hits frontline rural practices hardest The bipartisan doctors' caucus and the real appetite for reform Why winning can come from a loss — the Kobe Bryant mindset on process over outcome How a Disney ride (Spaceship Earth) reframes humanity's whole story around communication The case for proactive, team-based primary care over reactive sick visits Press play for a conversation about advocacy, communication, and a simple, powerful idea: the change you need to make starts with you.

Living with a chronic illness in your 20s can feel like carrying an invisible weight that nobody else can see. Beyond the hospital appointments, surgeries, medications and diagnoses, there is a hidden psychological burden: the anxiety, grief, uncertainty, identity struggles and resilience required to keep moving forward when your body feels beyond your control. In this week's episode, I sit down with content creator, advocate and broadcaster Nikki Lilly to discuss what it's really like growing up with a rare medical condition, navigating facial differences, online bullying, and building a meaningful life despite constant uncertainty. We discuss: The hidden psychological impact of chronic illness Medical trauma, PTSD and the long road to healing How chronic illness affects your relationship with your body Online bullying, discrimination and appearance-based judgment Plus her time at the Oscars and her vision for her future Happy listening! Watch on Netflix: HERE Listen to Live A Little: HERE Follow Lilly on Instagram: @nikkililly Follow Jemma on Instagram: @jemmasbeg Follow the podcast on Instagram: @thatpsychologypodcast Subscribe on Substack: @thepsychologyofyour20s For business: psychologyofyour20s@gmail.com The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parita Shah joins Robyn and Colleen to share her journey from dealing with chronic autoimmune symptoms to becoming a Reiki Master. She explains how energy healing provides the necessary reserves to advocate for yourself when navigating the exhausting medical system. Listeners will discover how to transition from an analytical mindset into a state of intuitive flow. This episode features a guided meditation on the Gokai recited in Japanese to help you center and align with your true nature. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Discover how Reiki builds the life force needed to advocate for yourself within the healthcare system. Master techniques for a sustainable daily practice by writing simple log-ins each day and track intuitive insights and progress. Explore how to develop your intuition through focused chakra work and the practice of Reijiho. Release the need for rigid structures by learning to embrace Reiki on the fly and intuitive hand positions. Experience the vibrational power of the Reiki Precepts through a guided recitation in Japanese. Mentioned in this Episode: The Gokai (Reiki Precepts) Reiki Symbols: CKR (Power symbol), mental/emotional symbol, and the distance symbol Japanese Techniques: Kenyoku (dry bathing), Gassho, Reijiho, Joshin Kokyuho, and Seishin Toitsu Reiju (spiritual blessing or attunement) Chakra healing and intuitive development Connect with Parita Shah:  Website: ParitaShahHealing.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/paritashahhealing Facebook www.facebook.com/paritashahhealing Join her: Light Embodied, a Community of Healers Reiki meditations, courses and blog: paritashahhealing.com.  Already Attuned to Reiki? Join Parita's free Empower the Reiki Healer 5 Day Challenge to learn powerful energy healing techniques. We'll reconnect with authentic Usui Reiki practices along with modern mystical rituals to support your self-awakening.   Connect with Colleen & Robyn ReikiLifestyle.com Reiki Lifestyle Podcast - On major podcast channels Free Online Reiki Share: Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 11:00 am Pacific Time, for a global Reiki healing circle. Free phone consultation: with Danni Instagram: @reikilifestyleofficial Email: info@reikilifestyle.com   Love the Show? If this episode helped you on your journey, please Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your support helps us share the gift of Reiki with more people around the world! **DISCLAIMER** This episode is not a substitute for seeking professional medical care but is offered for relaxation and stress reduction, which supports the body's natural healing capabilities. Reiki is a complement to and never a replacement for professional medical care. Colleen and Robyn are not licensed professional healthcare providers and urge you to always seek out the appropriate physical and mental help professional healthcare providers may offer. Results vary by individual.      

Connect with Abi: https://www.instagram.com/abistumvoll/I don't bring many women onto BraveCo, but when I do, it's because they have something that men need to hear — something they won't get anywhere else. Abby Stumble is one of my oldest and most trusted friends, and this conversation is one of the most honest ones I've ever had on this podcast. Abby grew up thinking she had a great childhood. She was wrong. A mentally ill, drug-addicted mother. A home full of chaos she internalized as her own failure. Panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, self-hatred, and a body she despised — all without a single clear explanation for why. It wasn't until she was 37 that the real story started to unravel. And what happened next changed everything she thought she knew about herself, her marriage, and what healing actually looks like.We go deep into marriage in this one — specifically what happened when two beautiful train-wrecks decided to build a life together. Abby and Justin's story is a masterclass in how broken attachment cycles play out in real relationships: the avoidant man who disappears, the anxious woman who picks fights just to pull him back, and both of them trauma-bonding through explosions they thought was just how love worked. Sound familiar? We unpack the exact moment their marriage started to change — and it wasn't a big dramatic breakthrough. It was ownership. Honesty without shame. Vulnerability that didn't demand rescue. And I share my own piece of this too, because for years I went home every night feeling like a boy, not a man — isolated, ashamed, and slowly drowning while Lauren watched me disappear. This is the conversation that brings all of that into the open.And then Abby goes somewhere I didn't expect. She tells the story of a season four years ago when she was so sick she couldn't walk ten feet, had lost thirty pounds, and begged Justin — through genuine physical torment — to end her suffering. What she learned in that dark place about present-moment living, nervous system regulation, collecting moments of good, and training your brain to attach to safety instead of pain is some of the most practical, life-changing content I've ever heard. If you're in a hard season right now — with your health, your marriage, your emotions, or your sense of who you are as a man — this episode is for you. Stay Brave.Chapters:00:00 – Welcome to BraveCo09:44 – Growing Up in Chaos19:27 – The Slow Unraveling29:11 – Two Trainwrecks, One Marriage38:54 – Jason's Story48:38 – The Vulnerability Men Fear Most 58:21 – Small Steps, Big Culture1:08:05 – When the Body Breaks Down1:17:48 – Regulating the Nervous System1:27:32 – The Tiny Things, The Future With Hope, and a Prayer Over Every Person ListeningCONNECT WITH BRAVECOJoin Our Free Community for Men (ladies, sign up your man): https://www.braveco.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveco.menInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/braveco.men/Shop: https://shop.braveco.org/ABOUT BRAVECO: We live in a time where men are hunting for the truth and looking for the codebook to manhood. At BraveCo, we are on a mission to heal the narrative of masculinity across a generation; fighting the good fight together because every man should feel confident and capable of facing his pain, loving deeply, and leading a life that impacts the world around him.

This episode marks the 100th episode of The Chemical Sensitivity Podcast!Thank you very much to the Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation for its support that makes this work possible.Gratitude to  listeners and viewers around the world for being part of this journey. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and on YouTube, and share it with others who may benefit from these conversations.http://listen.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/Here's to 100 episodes and more to come!In this episode:What can the history of lead exposure teach us about risk, regulation, and MCS?Aaron Goodman speaks with Bruce Lanphear, MD, PhD, about lead as a model for understanding chemical harm.Topics include:What lead teaches us about body burden and cumulative exposureRisk, regulation, and the precautionary principleWhy listening to affected people matters—and lessons for MCSListen and subscribe: http://listen.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/Watch & subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@podcastingMCSLink: Dr. Bruce Lanphearhttps://www.sfu.ca/fhs/about/people/profiles/bruce-lanphear.htmlSupport the showThank you very much to the Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation generously supporting the podcast!If you find the podcast helpful, please consider becoming a monthly or one-time supporter:https://www.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/1970633/supporters/newhttps://buymeacoffee.com/mcspodcast  Follow the podcast on YouTube!  Captions available in any language. Please follow the podcast on social media:FacebookInstagramXBlueSkyTikTok

“Take in your final breath before your first new one.”  Those were the words Jillian heard before her double lung transplant—words that would mark the end of one life chapter and the beginning of another. Jillian is 34 years old, living with cystic fibrosis, and a double lung transplant recipient. Her story is one of resilience, loss, hope, and purpose. From being diagnosed at birth to navigating adulthood, Jillian has faced more than most, but she continues to show up for her life and for others in the cystic fibrosis community. Jillian shares what it was like growing up with CF, supported by family and shaped by early connections within the community. She reflects on how advocates like Emily Schaller and the Rock CF Foundation influenced her outlook and helped her feel less alone. We also talk about her college years, what it meant to pursue independence while managing a complex disease, and how life shifted as her health declined into end-stage lung failure. Jillian walks us through the transplant process, not just medically, but emotionally—the fear, the uncertainty, and the strength it takes to keep going. One of the most profound parts of Jillian's story is the loss of her twin brother. She opens up about that grief and how it continues to shape her perspective, her resilience, and her compassion for others. Throughout it all, Jillian emphasizes the importance of support systems and mental health—especially during the transplant journey. No one goes through something like this alone, and her story is a reminder of how critical connection and care truly are. Today, Jillian looks toward the future with hope. She shares her dreams of building a family, continuing her advocacy work, and expanding the impact of the nonprofit she founded, Jillian's Jay Walkers Organization. Her story is not just about survival—it's about living with intention, honoring loss, and creating something meaningful from it all.

Join me in the meadow today as I share my chronic illness must haves and essentials as a gal navigating POTS and graves disease this past year! In todays episodes I'm sharing the tools that have helped me through summer heat intolerance, health flares, and hard days from neck fans, to veggie choppers, and wedge pillows! Whether it's chronic illness, mental health struggles or just a hard day hopefully these pieces of advice will help us all practice a little more self care and compassion.

When I'm better, I'll travel. When I'm better, I'll take that class. When I'm better, I'll finally say yes. If you live with chronic illness, you've probably said some version of this more times than you can count…It sounds patient. Responsible, even. But that one small sentence may be doing something to your body that you've never connected to how you feel. It's one of the most common emotional patterns I see in the women I work with and most of them have no idea they're even doing it. In this mini, I'll show you what it's quietly costing you, and a simple shift to turn it around.In this episode, you'll discover:Why the phrase "when I'm better, I'll…" keeps your real life permanently out of reachWhat that habit of waiting signals to your body without you realising itA two-step way to start living a version of what you want at your current capacityThe "when I'm better, I'll…" habit is rarely the only pattern running underneath your symptoms. If you want to uncover the others, my free ChatGPT prompt connects the physical symptoms you're living with to the emotional patterns that may be driving them, in under 30 seconds. Right now it's completely free — and that won't always be the case. CLICK HERE!For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

What if the treatment millions trust for depression was built on misleading data?A new federal report is exposing the truth behind antidepressant overprescription — and raising uncomfortable questions the mainstream has avoided for years.Why are prescriptions still skyrocketing…While anxiety, depression, emotional numbness, and burnout are worse than ever?And if antidepressants aren't helping as many people as we've been told…What actually works?This episode may completely change the way you think about mental health. Before you start or stop any prescriptions, watch this first.Listen until the end — the most shocking revelation is something almost nobody is talking about.Supplements Featured In This Episode:• Acceleradine® Iodine https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/acceleradine-iodine-supplement • Accelerated Cogniblast® https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/cogniblast-nootropic• Accelerated Methylene Blue® https://www.acceleratedhealthproducts.com/products/accelerated-methylene-blue-supplementNot sure what food to eat and avoid? This guide is for you.⬇️

At 20 years old, newly arrived from Puerto Rico and trying to build a future in science, Benjamin Suarez Jimenez found himself sitting in front of two senior faculty members accused of plagiarism. He knew the material. He had done the work. His mistake came from failing to cite class notes during an exam because nobody had told him that was expected. In a matter of minutes, he watched what felt like his entire career flash before him.On this episode of Standard Deviation, host Oliver Bogler examines the hidden architecture of academic science through the experiences of Dr. Benjamin Suarez Jimenez, Assistant Professor at the University of Rochester and a neuroscientist studying PTSD, anxiety, trauma, and spatial cognition through virtual reality and video game environments.Benjamin traces his path from Puerto Rico to the mainland United States, through the NIH, Columbia University, and eventually to leading his own laboratory. Along the way, he encountered a series of barriers that had little to do with scientific ability and everything to do with access to unwritten rules. From academic gatekeeping to grant writing expectations, he learned that success in biomedical research often depends on knowledge that never appears in a textbook.Oliver explores how those invisible obstacles shape careers, influence research funding, and determine who gains access to opportunity. The conversation also examines the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Program at the Life Science Editors Foundation, which pairs scientists from underrepresented backgrounds with experienced scientific editors. Through that mentorship, Benjamin transformed a critical grant proposal into a successful pilot award that helped launch an NIH R01 application.The discussion extends beyond one scientist's experience. Benjamin describes helping a former mentee navigate dissertation roadblocks that threatened her graduation, illustrating how institutional bureaucracy can delay careers and discourage talented researchers. Together, they explore the hidden administrative burden, cultural barriers, and bias that many scientists carry alongside their research, and what happens when someone who receives support turns around and opens the door for others.RELATED LINKSLife Science Editors FoundationBenjamin Suarez Jimenez LabDr. Benjamin Suarez JimenezBenjamin Suarez JimenezFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Functional Medicine truly addressing the root causes of Chronic Illness or has it started falling into the same symptom-focused patterns as conventional healthcare? In this episode of the Health Detective Podcast, Michele Scarlet sits down with Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN), to explore the philosophy, principles, and clinical framework that have helped thousands of practitioners and clients uncover the hidden stressors behind chronic health challenges. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience, Reed shares how FDN was created to focus on Root Cause Healing rather than diagnoses, symptoms, or condition-specific protocols. He explains why so many people continue to struggle with Gut Health issues, Hormone Imbalance, Burnout, Brain Fog, Anxiety, fatigue, and other chronic symptoms despite being told their labs are “normal.” Together, Michele and Reed discuss the concept of Metabolic Chaos, the limitations of both conventional and Functional Medicine models, and why lasting Health Transformation requires looking at the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. You'll learn: What Metabolic Chaos really means and why it matters Why hidden stressors are often the true drivers of chronic symptoms How Functional Lab Testing helps identify healing opportunities The FDN D.R.E.S.S. framework: Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress Reduction, and Supplementation Why supplements should support not replace the foundations of health Reed's perspective on peptides, biohacking, detox protocols, and wellness trends The role of Natural Healing, Functional Wellness, and Holistic Health in long-term outcomes Why practitioners must focus on healing principles rather than chasing symptoms Reed also shares how FDN evolved into a global Practitioner Training program and why Health Coaches, Functional Health Practitioners, alternative medicine practitioners, and wellness professionals are increasingly seeking a more comprehensive approach to helping clients achieve better outcomes. Whether you're working to improve your own health or exploring a future as an FDN Practitioner, this episode offers a powerful look at the framework, mindset, and healing principles that continue to define Functional Diagnostic Nutrition. If you're passionate about Functional Health, Root Cause Health, Practitioner Education, Functional Diagnostics, and helping people create lasting change, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

Can genetics explain chronic gut issues, thyroid symptoms, inflammation, and why one person can “eat poorly” and feel fine while another does everything right and still struggles? What if your best diet depends on your genetic carb tolerance, plus things like caffeine and histamine sensitivity? On this episode of the She Talks Health Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Sam Shay to talk about how functional genetics can validate what you've probably felt in your body for years and give you a practical roadmap forward. We started things off with Dr. Shay's story of being really unwell as a child, and how that pushed him to seek out his own information about his health. As a kid, he struggled with things like years of crippling insomnia, violence in school, and developing a caffeine habit at only 6 years old. His desire to find answers about his health struggles led him to specialize in genetics and train other practitioners in this modality.Later, we got into the details of what our genetics really tell us about our health. We discuss that inflammation is a major driver of chronic illness, and that “bad genes” are often really an environmental mismatch with evolutionary tradeoffs. So if you're feeling as though you're chronically inflamed but are doing everything “right”, your genetics might be the missing piece to the puzzle here. Your genetics can even tell you about how well you digest carbs, and who does better with lower vs higher carb diets. If you've ever tried a diet that made you feel completely messed up but didn't know why, this could explain a lot for a lot of people. We also touched on genes related to caffeine-induced anxiety/depression, histamine sensitivity, and why Dr. Shay focuses on testing “drivers of disease” (like inflammation, free radicals/mitochondria, etc.) rather than disease markers themselves.Our genetics make up every part of us, but they're rarely considered when it comes to chronic and “unexplainable” health problems. If you've ever dealt with chronic inflammation, unexplained weight gain, strange food intolerances, or even mental health issues, but your labs are always “normal,” the answers just might be in your genetics. Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.In This Episode: [2:50] Dr. Shay's story that led him to genetics testing[8:45] What Dr. Shay learned about himself from his genetics test results[14:15] What's the benefit of having variations in how our bodies process different things?[19:45] Why a Mediterranean diet won't work for everyone[24:41] “The Finger Rule” for helping to decipher our test results[27:40] What happens when people start following The Finger Rule to change their diet[31:35] What can genetics testing can tell us beyond carb tolerance[36:03] Change your environment to match your genetics[36:35] The 7 drivers of disease that we can see in test results[40:10] 3 types of genetics-based weight gain and how to eliminate them[47:00] How to work with Dr. ShayFind more from Dr. Shay online:Website: https://drsamshay.com/https://fitgenesusa.com/Instagram: @drsamshayYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DrSamShayConnect with Sophie: Instagram: @shetalkshealthWebsite: shetalkshealth.comApply to work with us: www.shetalkshealth.com/callThe Mineral Reset (HTMA): https://shethrives.shetalkshealth.com/htma-packageMineral Mocktail (get your energy back now!: https://shetalkshealth.com/mineral-mocktail-guide/Stop guessing with your thyroid & Get Answers Now: https://ace.shetalkshealth.com/home-front

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when an elite athlete, successful entrepreneur, and health-conscious individual still can't figure out why they're sick?In this episode of Never Been Sicker, Michael Rubino sits down with Pavel Aeon to discuss chronic fatigue, Epstein-Barr virus, autoimmune issues, mold exposure, anxiety, burnout, nervous system regulation, and the lessons he learned while rebuilding his health.Pavel shares how recurring illness ended his dreams of becoming a professional cyclist, why success in business didn't solve his health challenges, and how he ultimately became the CEO of his own health. From building one of the fastest-growing OrangeTheory Fitness franchise regions in the country to spending 10 days in complete darkness searching for clarity, Pavel's journey is anything but conventional.Timestamps00:00 – Introduction & Pavel's Health Journey00:37 – Chronic Fatigue, Epstein-Barr & Autoimmune Issues02:01 – The Symptoms That Changed Everything03:35 – From Elite Cyclist To Entrepreneur05:34 – Discovering OrangeTheory Fitness08:25 – Success, Burnout & Anxiety10:00 – The Search For Something More10:46 – 10 Days In Complete Darkness13:19 – Turning Pain Into Purpose14:05 – Mold Exposure & Health Relapse15:15 – How Toxic Environments Impact Recovery16:57 – Leaving Business To Focus On Health17:39 – The System Reset Experience19:52 – Working With Entrepreneurs & Leaders21:34 – What Causes Chronic Illness?22:10 – The "Me, We, Be" Framework23:00 – Physical Health & The Body23:35 – Mental Health, Beliefs & Mindset24:10 – Emotional Health & Trauma25:25 – Intuition, Energy & Self-Awareness26:35 – Relationships, Environment & Community27:45 – Purpose, Legacy & Meaning29:05 – Daily Habits For Better Health30:48 – Spirituality, Faith & Personal Growth32:07 – The Biggest Lies We've Been Told34:28 – Taking Ownership Of Your Life35:17 – Raising Healthy & Conscious Kids36:36 – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways37:10 – Free Resources & Where To Find Pavel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this episode, we welcome Mandy Farmer back to the show to share her remarkable journey through grief, chronic illness, and finding hope in God's grace. Mandy discusses her new devotional book, "Dissonant Chords, Joyful Harmony," and offers insights on lament, the power of music, and authentic faith during suffering.Main Topics Covered:Mandy's journey through grief after losing her husband to pancreatic cancerHow faith has helped her face chronic illness and grief authenticallyThe unique structure & inspiration behind her devotional book, blending music & scriptureThe importance of lament and honesty about pain in the churchPractical ways to find hope and spiritual renewal during sufferingMandy's writings and resources,Her upcoming projects: a workbook, social media presence, and potential future books on suffering and the bride of ChristDissonant Chords, Joyful Harmony — Mandy's new devotional book blending music and scriptureThefarmersplace.com — For her children's books and other updatesChosen: Sacred Journeys with a Faithful God — Mandy's story about God choosing her amid grief (Mandy is one of several contributors). Purpose and Pain: Rediscovering God's Purpose Through the Pain of Chronic Illness — David's new book on hope and purpose in sufferingBroken and MendedMandy's Substack — Personal reflections and daily grief updatesMandy's Previous Interview with In The SeamsConnect with Mandy:Facebook | Instagram | Host: David HeflinProducer: Andrés RuizEditor: John Shields

"Just try harder" is pretty bad advice.This week we're joined by Kelli Dunaway and Kat Sketch for a conversation about disability, chronic illness, neurodivergence, community, and adapting magical practices to fit real life.From food allergies to mobility aids to invisible disabilities and toxic positivity - We really get in there.Kat SketchYoutube : youtube.com/channel/UC306rvZL68AXSgOT3Q3SOZgIG : @katsketchPodcast : @treasuredrawerpodcastKelli DunawayIG : @kelli.dunawaykellidunaway.comlegalwitchcraft.comwitchbitchamateurhour.comWant to help support the Podcast? Consider becoming a Patron!patreon.com/wbahpodcastAdvertise with us!Just shoot an email to wbahpodcast@gmail.comSnag yourself some WBAH Merch!Meet New Witches!Your Average Witch Podcastyouraveragewitchpodcast.comIt's A Whole Thing Podcastwww.wholethingpodcast.comPlay The Sims With Charlyetwitch.tv/charlye_withawhySupport the showGet Ya Witch Shit!Crepuscularconjuration.comCharm by Charlye MichelleAncestor Oil and Fire Scrying Sessionscharmbycharlye.comOur Video EditorEldrich Kitchenm.youtube.com/channel/UC_CwBrVMhqezVz_fog716OwContact Us (Come Eat With Us)Instagram @WitchBitchAmateurHourFacebook @WitchAmateurHourwbahpodcast@gmail.comHandwritten letters are actual magic!601 Kingston RdSte 300 #1011Benton, LA 71006We are not doctors, lawyers, or professionals. We're amateurs. Nothing we say should be taken as advice, instruction, or seriously. Any actions taken based on our content can and will lead to chaos, injury, existential crises, your pets no longer loving you, and possibly death. We make no promises and assume no liability.

Women are constantly told to trust their bodies… right up until their bodies start telling them something medicine can't immediately explain. In this powerful and deeply validating conversation, Nicole sits down with Amy Kurtz — certified health coach, patient advocate, speaker, and author of But You Look Fine: Trapped in the Hell Between Sick and Well and How to Break Free — to unpack the emotional aftermath of chronic illness, medical gaslighting, invisible symptoms, and the complicated grief that comes from losing trust in your own body. Amy shares her experience navigating late-stage Lyme disease, seeing 36 doctors before getting answers, and what she calls “medical trauma brain” — the hypervigilance, anxiety, and identity loss that can remain long after physical symptoms improve. Together, Nicole and Amy explore why so many women feel dismissed in healthcare settings, how chronic illness reshapes relationships and self-trust, and why healing is about far more than just getting a diagnosis. This episode is for every woman who has ever walked out of a doctor's office feeling unheard, minimized, or crazy — and for every person who's ever been told, “But you look fine.” We explore: How chronic illness and invisible symptoms impact identity and self-trust The concept of “medical trauma brain” and illness after the illness Why healing isn't linear — physically or emotionally Practical nervous system regulation tools for anxiety and hypervigilance How to support loved ones dealing with chronic illness or perimenopause The connection between women's health, appearance, and societal expectations Why rebuilding agency over your body is essential to healing This conversation is equal parts rage, relief, validation, and empowerment — the kind that makes you feel less alone and more equipped to trust yourself again. Thank you to our sponsors! Become a Fora Advisor today at Foratravel.com/WOMAN - and make sure to tell them we sent you! Elevate your summer wardrobe: Go to Quince.com/tiww for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns! Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free! Families are better when they're working together… go to myskylight.com/WOMANSWORK for $30 off your Skylight Calendar. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/TIWW. Don't wait to teach your kids real-world money skills! Connect with Amy: Book: https://www.amazon.com/But-You-Look-Fine-Trapped-ebook/dp/B0FPC9TV2P     Website: https://amykurtz.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/_amykurtz/  Publisher: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/amy-kurtz/but-you-look-fine/9781538775301/ Related Podcast Episodes The Biology Of Trauma - And How To Heal It with Dr. Aimie Apigian | 346 Don't Let Your Doctor Kill You: The New Hormone Solution with Dr. Erika Schwartz | 305 ADHD in Women, Nervous System Regulation & Getting Out of Fight-or-Flight with Jenna Free | 396 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

Dr. Sarah Matt trained as a burn surgeon, working in a field where patients arrive with catastrophic injuries and survival depends on speed, skill, and resources. She left the bedside after confronting a limit that medicine does not like to admit. One physician can only see so many people in a day. The system surrounding those patients decides the rest. She moved into health technology, held leadership roles in startups, and built global infrastructure at Oracle to scale care across populations. Then she watched billions of dollars in digital health and AI initiatives stall out when they hit real clinical environments.This episode follows that pivot from surgeon to strategist and back into direct patient care in rural New York, where she now treats uninsured patients, migrant workers, and communities pushed to the margins. The conversation centers on a persistent failure across healthcare systems. Products get built for regulators, executives, and investors instead of the people who use them. The result shows up in failed adoption, broken workflows, prior authorization delays, and rising physician burnout.The discussion cuts through health policy language and lands on lived consequence. The system rewards speed over usability, scale over trust, and compliance over care. Patients absorb the fallout. Physicians carry the liability. The incentives remain intact.RELATED LINKSDr. Sarah MattThe Borderless Healthcare RevolutionThe Clinical RealistJessica FedererSovatoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Support the Institute today. https://givenow.nova.edu/the-institute-for-neuro-immune-medicine-inim-2025   In today's episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by Dr. Theoharis Theoharides, one of the world's leading authorities on mast cell biology and neuroimmunology, to reframe multiple chemical sensitivity as a measurable, physiological immune response rooted in mast cell activation. Dr. Theoharides explains how mast cells throughout the body and brain respond to environmental chemicals, stress hormones, fragrances, mold toxins, and other triggers by releasing hundreds of chemical mediators that can affect every organ system simultaneously. He outlines the specific labs and biomarkers worth requesting, why standard diagnostic pathways frequently miss this condition, and what patients can do right now to reduce mast cell reactivity through natural compounds, environmental modifications, and targeted testing. This is a conversation that gives patients the clinical language and tools they need to stop being dismissed and start getting answers. Tune in to Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness. Dr. Theoharis Theoharides is a Professor, Vice Chair of Clinical Immunology, and Director at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine-Clearwater, an Adjunct Professor of Immunology at Tufts School of Medicine, where he was a Professor of Pharmacology and Internal Medicine, and also the  Director of Molecular Immunopharmacology & Drug Discovery, and Clinical Pharmacologist at the Massachusetts Drug Formulary Commission (1983-2022). He received his BA, MS, MPhil, PhD, and MD degrees and the Winternitz Price in Pathology from Yale University and received a Certificate in Global Leadership from Tufts Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy and a Fellowship at Harvard Kennedy  School of Government. He trained in internal medicine at New England Medical Center, which awarded him the Oliver Smith Award, "recognizing excellence, compassion, and service." Dr. Theoharides has 485 publications (46,491 citations; h-index 106), placing him in the world's top 2% of most cited authors, and he was rated the worldwide expert on mast cells by Expertscape. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society, the Rare Diseases Hall of Fame, and the World Academy of Sciences.   Website: https://www.drtheoharides.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theoharis-theoharides-ms-phd-md-faaaai-67123735 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.theoharides/   Haylie Pomroy, Founder and CEO of The Haylie Pomroy Group, is a leading health strategist specializing in metabolism, weight loss, and integrative wellness. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked with top medical institutions and high-profile clients, developing targeted programs and supplements rooted in the "Food is Medicine" philosophy. Inspired by her own autoimmune journey, she combines expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, and patient advocacy to help others reclaim their health. She is a New York Times bestselling author of The Fast Metabolism Diet.   Learn more about Haylie Pomroy's approach to wellness through her website: https://hayliepomroy.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayliepomroy  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hayliepomroy  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hayliepomroy/videos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayliepomroy/  X: https://x.com/hayliepomroy    Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter.

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What happens when your body starts to heal, but your mind is still trapped in survival mode? In this episode of hol+, Dr. Taz sits down with Amy Kurtz, certified health coach, patient advocate, speaker, and author "But You Look Fine", for a powerful conversation about chronic illness, Lyme disease, medical gaslighting, nervous system trauma, and what it really means to heal.Together, they explore Amy's 20+ year journey through unexplained pain, chronic symptoms, misdiagnosis, and the search for answers that finally led to a diagnosis of late-stage neurological Lyme disease and co-infections. Amy shares what it was like to be told her labs were normal while knowing something was deeply wrong in her body, and how years of invalidation shaped her relationship with her health, her identity, and her trust in herself.Dr. Taz and Amy also discuss why so many people live in the “gray zone” between sick and well, especially when symptoms are invisible, complex, or hard to explain. They unpack why normal labs do not always mean optimal health, why Lyme disease can be missed for years, and how chronic illness can impact relationships, career, emotional safety, and the nervous system.This conversation offers a grounded and hopeful look at what happens after illness, when the body may be improving but the mind and nervous system are still bracing for the next crash. Amy introduces her concept of Medical Trauma Brain, or MTB, which describes the anxiety, hypervigilance, fear, and survival patterns that can remain after chronic illness, cancer, stroke, chronic pain, or any major health crisis.If you're listening to this and thinking, “I know something is off in my body, but I don't know where to start,” join the Circle here:

Learn about the Healing Power of Prolonged Fasting: HEREWhat if the prostate treatment your doctor recommended wasn't your only choice?Joel Pruttis came to Dr. Katie Deming with a rising PSA, a lesion seen on his prostate MRI, and a urologist telling him he probably had cancer. But something about it didn't sit right, so he paused, did his research, and made a choice many people in his position may never hear about.Dr. Katie and Joel talk through what it's like to face a scary diagnosis, feel pushed toward a system that doesn't quite feel right, and find the courage to try something different. Joel's story centers on prostate health, but the questions he wrestled with will feel familiar to anyone who has ever wondered if there's another way.Chapters:00:06:17 - Why the MRI Room Changed Everything00:07:09 - Two PSA Numbers, One Big Question00:09:17 - The Reason He Trusted Dr. Katie00:10:09 - The Part of Fasting That Scared Him Most00:11:45 - Why He Took the Leap Anyway00:13:09 - What 14 Days Without Food Actually Felt Like00:14:52 - The Subtle Shift That Told Him It Was Working00:16:13 - The Treatment Path He Almost Walked Into00:23:37 - The Health Changes He Didn't Expect00:29:30 - The Decision That Could Have Changed His Life00:34:40 - The Cost Comparison No One Talks About00:38:47 - The Healing Path Hidden in Plain SightIt's not only about Joel's lab results after a 14-day water fast, but everything else that shifted along the way, things he wasn't even looking for when he started.If you've ever felt stuck between fear and uncertainty, or wondered whether the standard path is really your only option, stay until the end. Joel shares exactly what he would say to anyone standing at that crossroads right now.Press play and learn what happened when one man decided to trust his body first.Join Dr. Katie's 3-Day Guided Fast, for expert support, daily live calls, and a community to fast alongside: Sign-Up Follow Dr. Katie Deming on InstagramWatch on YoutubeDISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast  is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.A thought-provoking podcast explores cancer through the lens of holistic medicine and functional medicine, discussing causes of cancer, metabolic health, and unconventional approaches like water fasting, fasting and autophagy, and detox, while weighing fasting benefits against chemo side effects and radiation side effects, sharing stories of a cancer survivor navigating chemotherapy, natural medicine, holistic healing, and even spiritual healing on the path toward cancer remission and holistic health. 

You spend a lot of time wishing you could go back to who you were before chronic illness.This episode is going to challenge that wish completely. Because the woman you miss, the one with the energy, the plans, the freedom to say yes, wasn't who you think she was. The longing to get her back may be the very thing keeping your body stuck, in a way no one has explained to you. It's one of the emotional patterns I see most in women with chronic illness and one almost no one connects to their symptoms.In this episode, you'll discover:The specific grief almost every woman with chronic illness carries without naming itThe truth about who that pre-illness version of you actually wasThe shift that ends the longing for a life you can't go back toThe mornings I described in this episode aren't years away. My 7-day audio series is built to help you start reaching for them now — getting out of your head and back to actually living. The women who've been through it share what shifted for them in a single week. CLICK HERE to learn what's possible for you.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Welcome to Season 4 of the Less Stress in Life Podcast.This season, Deb Timmerman, registered nurse and board-certified reflexologist, and Lindsay Vertalka, master's-level licensed physical therapist, are focusing on what it really looks like to live well with chronic illness.Through practical tools, research-backed insights, fresh approaches, and honest conversations with guests who are walking this path, this season is here to help you feel more hopeful, more informed, and more supported.In this first episode, Deb and Lindsay begin with a practical question: What actually counts as a chronic illness?Is it only major diagnoses like autoimmune disease, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or multiple sclerosis? What about migraines, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, chronic pain, or symptoms that never seem to fully go away?Together, they explore what chronic illness really means, why symptoms are often more connected than they seem, and how stress, pain, nervous system patterns, and daily life can all overlap.Whether you've been diagnosed for years, are still searching for answers, or are supporting someone you love, this episode offers a grounded starting point for understanding chronic illness through a more holistic lens.Follow Us:Website: LessStressinLife.com/podcast/Stay tuned for more conversations to empower you to live well, manage stress, and build a thriving, healthy life!

Women with chronic illness and autoimmune disease know this pattern too well. Your symptoms have been manageable, you have been coexisting with your flare ups, getting through your days and the moment you finally take time off, your body completely falls apart.Researchers call this the let-down effect, and the emotional patterns underneath it explain why your body only lets you crash when you stop.In this mini, you'll discover:Why your body waits until you stop to crash and what is actually happening when it doesHow the let-down effect keeps women with chronic illness stuck in a cycle they cannot outrunOne daily practice that gives your body permission to catch up before it forces you toIf you want to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

When someone you love is in real, chronic pain — how do you set a boundary without feeling like a monster? This episode tackles one of the most complex and underaddressed dynamics in narcissistic abuse recovery: what happens when covert narcissism and chronic illness exist in the same relationship. Prompted by a heartfelt question from a listener in a long-term marriage, this episode explores how legitimate vulnerability — illness, mental health struggles, financial hardship — can become a tool for guilt and obligation in the hands of a covert narcissist. We walk through the caretaker trap, how caring people get conditioned into carrying everything, and the crucial difference between supporting someone and being responsible for them. You'll also learn what it looks like to set boundaries with empathy — not harshly, not meanly, but firmly and with care — even when the person on the other side is genuinely suffering. If you've ever felt guilty for having limits, this episode is for you. Topics include: The caretaker trap Legitimate vulnerabilities used as leverage Difference between support and responsibility How a narcissist responds when you try to step back Wetting boundaries with empathy in chronic illness situations. Ready to stop navigating this alone? Learn about coaching at covertnarcissism.com The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hey friend,  Do you keep starting over with your health and wonder why nothing ever sticks? Are you exhausted from researching the next protocol, supplement, or eating plan — and still not feeling better? Have you ever wondered if the problem isn't what you're trying, but how many things you're trying at once? In this episode, I'm sharing why chasing health trends keeps you stuck in the start-over cycle — and introducing the Feel Better Framework, my nine foundational areas that give your body what it actually needs. If you are a chronic illness mom who is tired of starting over, this is the episode that reframes the whole thing. Links mentioned: Coaching → https://ashleybraden.com/coaching Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/chronichealthmoms Related Episodes: 218. Tired When You Didn't Do Much? How Emotional Stress Drains You 214. Why You're Sleeping But Still Exhausted Connect: Email → hello@ashleybraden.com YouTube → https://bit.ly/chronicillnessyoutube Facebook Page → https://www.facebook.com/chronicillnessmoms Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/chronicillnessmoms Next steps: 1. Join the Facebook group to connect with other moms 2. Follow the podcast so you don't miss the rest of this series 3. Learn more about coaching if you want deeper support

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In the late 1980s, a child exposed to fallout from the Chernobyl disaster lay in a hospital bed while doctors told his family there were no clear answers and no reliable path forward. Decades later, that same child, Yan Leyfman, walks into exam rooms as a hematology oncology fellow, expected to deliver clarity inside a system that still runs on delay, uncertainty, and institutional self preservation.This episode traces the throughline from early life shaped by radiation exposure and hospice level uncertainty to a career inside academic medicine, translational research, and oncology media. Yan built his identity around survival and usefulness, moving from patient to physician while carrying the memory of what it feels like to sit on the other side of the table. He helped launch MedNews Week during the COVID crisis to push back on misinformation and expand access to medical knowledge, stepping into a public role while still in training.The conversation stays grounded in the friction between personal narrative and system reality. Clinical training demands efficiency, hierarchy, and emotional distance. Cancer care demands time, clarity, and human connection. Those forces collide in real patient encounters where prior authorization delays, insurance barriers, and fragmented care pathways shape outcomes as much as any treatment protocol.Yan speaks openly about mentorship, belonging, and the drive to make meaning out of survival. The discussion pushes further into what the healthcare system actually rewards, what it quietly strips away, and how quickly empathy can erode under institutional pressure. The episode also examines the role of medical media, where education, industry influence, and narrative control often blur together.This is a conversation about identity under construction, about what happens when someone who remembers powerlessness steps into a role that carries authority, and about whether that memory can survive long enough to change anything.RELATED LINKSYan Leyfman on LinkedInYan Leyfman on InstagramSurviving ChernobylFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kim Rogers (aka 'Worm Queen') is the co-founder and CEO of RogersHood Apothecary, a wellness company specializing in herbal detox and cleansing kits.  You can purchase her best-selling Parasite ParaFy Cleanse Kit here. EPISODE SUMMARY BELOW-- I. Apothecary vs Pharmacy Discussion Nate and Kim discussed the origins and meanings of the words "apothecary" and "pharmacy," with Kim explaining how apothecary refers to natural herbal medicine while pharmacy refers to synthetic medications. Kim shared her experience going viral on TikTok in 2021 as the "worm queen" after discovering a parasite cleanse that helped resolve health issues she had been struggling with since 2019. II. Parasite Cleanse Business Journey Kim shared her journey from a 18-year career in Western medicine to creating her own parasite cleanse business after gaining significant TikTok fame when a video about deworming went viral, increasing her following from 10,000 to 210,000 in just two days. She discussed how she later discovered she had chronic Lyme disease undiagnosed for 30 years and mold poisoning, which led her to create additional health products including a Moldies kit. Kim explained that while she was a licensed medical specialist, she carefully avoids giving medical advice on her social media, instead sharing her personal experiences and what herbs have helped her, noting that TikTok later changed its community guidelines to restrict parasite cleansing content. III. Social Media Content Suppression Kim discussed her experience with social media suppression on TikTok and Instagram, where her content was significantly limited despite having 600,000 followers on TikTok. Despite the platform restrictions, Kim continued creating content daily across multiple platforms including Instagram, YouTube, and a podcast called "What's Eating You," with the goal of providing affordable and accurate testing for parasites, mold, and Lyme disease. She explained that her mission is driven by personal experience with health issues that altered her life, and she has expanded from a small shop to a 14,000 square foot facility while offering free educational content alongside her paid testing kits. IV. Kim's Health Advocacy Challenges Kim discussed her challenges fighting against Big Pharma, including being banned from 26 accounts over five years while building a following of 1.5 million across platforms. She shared her personal health struggles with chronic Lyme disease and PTSD from medical neglect, while continuing to advocate for alternative treatments including acupuncture, IVs, and red light therapy. The conversation included a detailed explanation of Kim's viral podcast clip about treating pinworms using scotch tape, which led to a broader discussion about the limitations of Western medicine and the need for comprehensive treatment approaches. V. Parasite Diagnosis and Treatment Challenges Kim and Nate discussed modern medicine's approach to treating health issues, with Kim sharing her experience of being diagnosed with worms and cryptosporidium parvium after catching them from water in Hoodsport, Washington. Kim explained that standard labs in the US failed to detect these parasites, requiring her to send samples to Mexico for proper diagnosis. She described the challenges of getting treatment approved by insurance due to the lack of domestic lab confirmation, and how her husband's treatment was denied despite the Mexican lab results showing his condition. VI. Lyme Disease Treatment Approaches Kim discussed her experiences with a controversial drug ending in "mectin" and explained the importance of using binders when taking it, as the drug kills parasites and releases toxins that need to be neutralized. She described how synthetic drugs like Iver work to break down biofilms and expose parasites, while also explaining her herbal approach that includes specific frequency-matched herbs to target different ailments. Kim revealed she was diagnosed with Lyme disease in 2023 after being bitten by ticks at age 11, and shared her experience of having worms come out through her skin and urine. VII. Chronic Illness and Medical Journey Kim shared her experience with chronic illness, including being diagnosed with Lyme disease, which she described as creating a "mirror" that masks other health issues like mold, parasites, and heavy metals from the immune system. She explained how medical professionals often dismissed her concerns about unusual tissue findings during surgeries, attributing them to normal inflammation or scar tissue. Kim ultimately chose to surrender her medical license to avoid the constraints of conventional medical practice and pursue alternative approaches to healing. VIII. Heavy Metal Detox and Health Kim explained how heavy metals enter the body through food, pharmaceuticals, dental work, and contaminated water, emphasizing the importance of natural remedies like cilantro for detoxification. She discussed how Candida overgrowth can be managed with herbs like Oregon grapefruit and Usnea to prevent sugar cravings and systemic issues. Kim also highlighted the dangers of tap water, which may contain nematodes, pharmaceuticals, and heavy metals, recommending against drinking tap water and suggesting water testing as a preventive measure. IX. Parasite Cleansing and Health Effects Kim explained that parasites are widespread, estimating that approximately 3.5 billion people worldwide have parasites, though official statistics only show 60 million cases in the US. She discussed how parasites can affect health conditions like MS and how she developed her own parasite cleansing kits after working in medical research. When Nate asked about criticism from scientists calling parasite cleansing pseudoscience, Kim defended her approach, stating that wormwood has been scientifically proven to eliminate parasites and that many people she has tested have confirmed parasite presence. X. Parasite Treatment and Compliance Goals Kim discussed her experience with parasites and their connection to mental health, particularly during full moons. She explained her Purify kit, which includes three tinctures and a binder taken daily, along with additional products like a lymph kit. Kim mentioned their goal to achieve FDA compliance within two months to allow store distribution, and shared her belief that Lyme disease affects brain function, potentially making people more susceptible to certain influences.

The gut brain axis is one of the most researched areas in modern science and one of the most ignored in chronic illness treatment.If you have been eliminating foods, following protocols and managing digestive disorders for years without lasting results, the missing piece has nothing to do with what is on your plate.In this episode, you'll discover:Why your gut keeps flaring even when your diet is perfectThe emotional pattern that physically disrupts digestion — and why most women completely miss itOne practical shift that changes your gut environment immediately without cutting another food groupIf you want to identify the emotional patterns connected to your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

What if your chronic symptoms aren't "all in your head"?In this episode of Under Contract, we sit down with Evelyn Hallford, founder of Ecore Wellness and former emergency medicine educator, paramedic, and biologist, to discuss why so many people struggle to find answers for chronic illness, Lyme disease, mold toxicity, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue, and inflammation.After years working in emergency medicine and academia, Evelyn witnessed firsthand where traditional healthcare excels—and where it falls short when it comes to prevention, root-cause healing, and chronic disease.We discuss:• What doctors often get wrong• The connection between inflammation, gut health, and autoimmune symptoms• Why "normal labs" don't always mean you're healthy• Ozone therapy and regenerative medicine• Stem cell therapy and emerging wellness treatments• Functional medicine vs conventional medicine• The importance of biomarkers and advanced testing• Why prevention should be the future of healthcare• How mindset, stress, and nervous system regulation impact healingEvelyn also shares her personal story of overcoming severe chronic illness, Lyme disease, thyroid cancer, and years of medical gaslighting before finding a path to recovery.Whether you're dealing with unexplained symptoms, autoimmune issues, chronic fatigue, inflammation, mold exposure, or simply want to optimize your health, this conversation offers a different perspective on healing and wellness.Subscribe for more conversations about health, business, personal growth, and life-changing stories.Instagram: @ecorewellness#LymeDisease #ChronicIllness #FunctionalMedicine #MoldToxicity #AutoimmuneDisease #LongCOVID #OzoneTherapy #RegenerativeMedicine #StemCellTherapy #HealthPodcast

Book your free consultation to break your keto plateau with Robert Sikes here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callChronic illness is a severe mitochondrial dysfunction you can destroy by cutting carbohydrates. In episode 888 of the Savage Perspective Podcast host Robert Sikes and Dr. Darren Schmidt reveal the brutal truth about metabolic syndrome. This discussion breaks down the exact seven steps needed to repair your cellular health. Dr. Schmidt explains how hidden toxins and common parasites secretly drain your energy and why a low-carb diet heals your body. They explore the new MVX Plus blood test that accurately predicts your lifespan. You will learn why standard medical advice fails to fix these root problems and how targeted detox methods finally give you your health back.Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - What is Mitochondrial Dysfunction? The Hidden Cause of Chronic Illness2:12 - How to Fix Metabolic Syndrome: Diet, Toxins, and Parasite Detox3:25 - What is the MVX Plus Blood Test? The Ultimate Predictor of Longevity5:00 - How to Prevent Heart Disease: The 6 Blood Markers You Must Check6:47 - How to Lower Your Mortality Risk: A Shocking MVX Plus Case Study8:31 - Why Routine Blood Tests Fail: C. Diff vs. Malnutrition10:12 - What is the 7-Step Blueprint to Optimal Health? A Definitive Guide14:23 - The Biggest Mistake People Make with Their Diet and Toxic Load16:15 - How to Tell if You Have Parasites (And Why We ALL Have Them)18:50 - What is Mimosa Pudica Seed? The Best Supplement for Parasite Removal21:00 - Why Parasite Cleanses Cause Mucus and Crazy Detox Symptoms24:13 - Is a Raw Carnivore Diet Safe? The Surprising Link to Cancer Reversal27:40 - What is the Best Diet for Healing? High Protein, Low Carb Explained31:50 - Do You Really Need Fiber? The Truth About Constipation on Carnivore32:57 - Why You Need Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) for Mitochondrial Energy38:04 - How to Improve Lymphatic Drainage & Organ Detox Pathways41:46 - What is Muscle Testing? Using Biofeedback to Find Hidden Infections46:10 - What Are Energetic Fields? The Healing Secret Western Doctors Ignore47:43 - Sauna vs. Supplements: What is the Best Way to Detox Heavy Metals?49:48 - How to Remove Everyday Toxins & A Guide to Clean Distilled Water51:27 - How to Detox Your Cells from Lyme Disease and Hidden Co-Infections55:08 - Are GLP-1 Peptides Safe? The Dark Side of Modern Weight Loss Drugs58:45 - Why Exercise Won't Fix Metabolic Syndrome (Until You Detox First)1:02:23 - Why YouTube Censors Health Content & Finding Dr. Derren Schmidt

What can the daily chemical exposures faced by nail salon workers teach us about MCS, chronic illness, and the environments many people live and work in every day?Aaron Goodman speaks with Reena Shadaan, PhD, from the University of Toronto, about chemical exposure, worker health, body mapping, and chronic illness in nail salon environments.Topics include: • The hidden chemical exposures faced by nail salon workers • What nail salon environments may reveal about MCS and chronic illness • Body mapping and citizen science as tools for advocacy and documenting lived experience • How marginalized workers are pushing back against unsafe environmentsListen & subscribe:https://www.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/1970633/episodes/19262474-nail-salon-workers-chemical-exposure-body-mapping-mcs-reena-shadaan-phdWatch & subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhaCO-FAYgU Support the showThank you very much to the Marilyn Brachman Hoffman Foundation generously supporting the podcast!If you find the podcast helpful, please consider becoming a monthly or one-time supporter:https://www.chemicalsensitivitypodcast.org/1970633/supporters/newhttps://buymeacoffee.com/mcspodcast  Follow the podcast on YouTube!  Captions available in any language. Please follow the podcast on social media:FacebookInstagramXBlueSkyTikTok

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Love Across Continents: Navigating Illness and Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-01-22-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Vandet i kanalen glitrede svagt i forårssolen.En: The water in the canal glimmered faintly in the spring sun.Da: De farverige bygninger langs Københavns havnefront stod klare og smukke, men Sofie kunne ikke nyde udsigten.En: The colorful buildings along Københavns waterfront stood clear and beautiful, but Sofie couldn't enjoy the view.Da: Hun stod ved rælingen, hendes tanker et virvar af bekymringer.En: She stood by the railing, her thoughts a jumble of worries.Da: Den nylige diagnose havde overvældet hende.En: The recent diagnosis had overwhelmed her.Da: Kronisk, sagde lægen, og ordene havde hængt i luften som en tung sky.En: Chronic, said the doctor, and the words had hung in the air like a heavy cloud.Da: Hun tænkte på Lukas.En: She thought about Lukas.Da: De havde mødtes under hendes sidste besøg i hans land.En: They had met during her last visit to his country.Da: Nu, tilbage i Danmark, prøvede de at holde liv i forholdet på tværs af kontinenter.En: Now, back in Danmark, they tried to keep the relationship alive across continents.Da: Sofie ønskede ikke at være en byrde.En: Sofie didn't want to be a burden.Da: Hun ville ikke, at hendes sygdom skulle ændre noget mellem dem.En: She didn't want her illness to change anything between them.Da: Telefonen i hendes hånd vibrerede.En: The phone in her hand vibrated.Da: En besked fra Lukas.En: A message from Lukas.Da: Han lød altid så positiv.En: He always sounded so positive.Da: Han ville gerne høre, hvordan hun havde det, spurgte, hvad der nyt.En: He wanted to know how she was doing, asked about what's new.Da: Sofie tog en dyb indånding og svarede, at alt var fint.En: Sofie took a deep breath and replied that everything was fine.Da: Men var det det?En: But was it?Da: Dagene gik, og Sofie kæmpede med at skjule sine symptomer.En: The days passed, and Sofie struggled to hide her symptoms.Da: Træthed, smerter.En: Fatigue, pain.Da: Hun ignorerede dem, smilte og gik på arbejde, mødtes med venner.En: She ignored them, smiled and went to work, met with friends.Da: Hendes forestilling om normalitet var sprød som glas – skrøbelig og let ødelagt.En: Her facade of normality was as brittle as glass—fragile and easily shattered.Da: En aften efter arbejde gik hun tilbage til kanalen.En: One evening after work, she returned to the canal.Da: Mennesker gik forbi, nogle cyklede, andre nød en is fra en af de mange kiosker.En: People passed by, some cycled, others enjoyed an ice cream from one of the many kiosks.Da: Sofie standsede på sin sædvanlige plads ved vandet.En: Sofie stopped at her usual spot by the water.Da: Pludselig hørte hun en velkendt stemme.En: Suddenly, she heard a familiar voice.Da: "Sofie!"En: "Sofie!"Da: Det var Lukas!En: It was Lukas!Da: Han stod der, smilende, med åbne arme.En: He stood there, smiling, with open arms.Da: "Overraskelse!"En: "Surprise!"Da: sagde han.En: he said.Da: Sofie mærkede tusind følelser på én gang: glæde, lettelse, frygt.En: Sofie felt a thousand emotions at once: joy, relief, fear.Da: Hvordan skulle hun forklare alt?En: How was she to explain everything?Da: De satte sig på en bænk, køligt vinden kærtegnede deres kroppe.En: They sat on a bench, the cool breeze caressing their bodies.Da: Lukas tog hendes hånd.En: Lukas took her hand.Da: "Jeg har tænkt på dig," sagde han stille.En: "I've been thinking about you," he said quietly.Da: "Fortæl mig, hvad der sker."En: "Tell me what's going on."Da: Sofies øjne fyldtes med tårer.En: Sofie's eyes filled with tears.Da: Hun kunne ikke længere gemme sandheden.En: She could no longer hide the truth.Da: "Lukas," begyndte hun tøvende, "jeg har en kronisk sygdom.En: "Lukas," she began hesitantly, "I have a chronic illness.Da: Jeg har været så bange for at fortælle det."En: I've been so afraid to tell you."Da: Lukas så dybt ind i hendes øjne.En: Lukas looked deeply into her eyes.Da: "Jeg vil gerne være hos dig.En: "I want to be with you.Da: Vi kan finde ud af det sammen," sagde han varmt.En: We can figure it out together," he said warmly.Da: De talte længe den aften, under den stille himmel.En: They talked long into the evening, under the quiet sky.Da: Lukas delte sine følelser, frygten for ikke at kunne hjælpe hende.En: Lukas shared his feelings, the fear of not being able to help her.Da: Sofie delte sin frygt for at være en byrde.En: Sofie shared her fear of being a burden.Da: De forstod hinanden bedre nu, i denne åbning.En: They understood each other better now, in this opening.Da: De besluttede at arbejde gennem udfordringerne – som et team.En: They decided to tackle the challenges together—as a team.Da: Da solen gik ned i horisonten, vide Sofie, at hun ikke var alene.En: As the sun set on the horizon, Sofie knew she wasn't alone.Da: Landskabet, med dets kølige skønhed, havde været vidne til noget særligt – to mennesker, der åbnede deres hjerter, og fandt styrke i hinanden.En: The landscape, with its cool beauty, had witnessed something special—two people opening their hearts and finding strength in each other.Da: For første gang i lang tid følte Sofie sig lettet.En: For the first time in a long while, Sofie felt relieved.Da: Hun kunne være sig selv, uden frygt, uden skjul.En: She could be herself, without fear, without hiding.Da: De gik langsomt hjem, hånd i hånd, klar til at møde fremtiden sammen.En: They walked slowly home, hand in hand, ready to face the future together. Vocabulary Words:glimmered: glitredefaintly: svagtrailing: rælingenjumble: virvardiagnosis: diagnoseoverwhelmed: overvældetchronic: kroniskburden: byrdevibrated: vibreredefacade: forestillingbrittle: sprødfragile: skrøbeligshattered: ødelagtkiosks: kioskerfamiliar: velkendtcaressing: kærtegnedehesitantly: tøvendefear: frygttruth: sandhedenquietly: stilleburden: byrdeopening: åbninghorizon: horisontencool: køligewitnessed: vidnerelief: lettethid: skjultehand in hand: hånd i håndfuture: fremtidenstrength: styrke

Hey friend,  Has self-care started to feel like homework you didn't sign up for? Have you been listening to this show and feeling behind because you haven't done all the experiments? What if the answer for this week is doing less, not more? I'm Ashley — a mom living with chronic illness in a neurodivergent family. If you're dealing with constant fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and broken sleep while trying to keep up with your kids, you're not alone. Chronic Illness Moms is a podcast for moms with chronic illness or chronic symptoms who want stress relief, better sleep, and simple, realistic habits that actually work inside a full, demanding life. If you've been with me this last month, I've handed you a lot of experiments — the Doorway Reset, three things to stop doing at night, ten minutes of daylight, permission to enjoy fun, eating before your coffee, a caffeine curfew, stepping outside instead of the second cup. And if you're sitting there feeling behind because you haven't done all of them — this episode is your permission to stop. This one is short. No new framework. No new tactical win. Just a pause and a question: which ONE of these has actually stuck for you? Keep that one. Drop the rest, for now. Pick the ONE experiment from this month that's actually working — the one you didn't have to try at, the one your brain reaches for now without you having to remember it. Keep it. Drop the rest until further notice. Links mentioned: Coaching → https://ashleybraden.com/coaching Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/chronichealthmoms Related Episodes: 218. Tired When You Didn't Do Much? How Emotional Stress Drains You 213. 4 Mindset Shifts to Break the Push-Crash Cycle with Chronic Illness Connect: Email → hello@ashleybraden.com YouTube → https://bit.ly/chronicillnessyoutube Facebook Page → https://www.facebook.com/chronicillnessmoms Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/chronicillnessmoms Next steps: 1. Join the Facebook group to connect with other moms 2. Follow the podcast so you don't miss the rest of this series 3. Learn more about coaching if you want deeper support  

Matthew Zachary is a brain cancer survivor, healthcare advocate, founder of Stupid Cancer and We the Patients, and host of Out of Patients. In April 2026, he returned to the stage at Merkin Hall near Lincoln Center for his first solo public piano concert in almost 22 years while launching his debut book, We the Patients: Understanding, Navigating, and Surviving America's Healthcare Nightmare.What unfolded became far larger than a concert.Over 2 hours, survivors, clinicians, advocates, nonprofit founders, journalists, pharmaceutical sponsors, and healthcare insiders gathered in one room to reflect on 30 years of survivorship, institutional failure, accidental advocacy, and the emotional afterlife of cancer. The evening moved through original piano performances, live chapter readings, and deeply personal conversations about infertility, disability, financial toxicity, insurance denials, grief, burnout, and what happens when patients spend decades navigating systems designed around transactions instead of continuity.Guests including Wendell Potter, Maimah Karmo, Craig Lustig, Shelly Fuld Nasso, Tamika Felder, and others reflected on how the modern cancer advocacy movement emerged largely because patients built parallel systems where healthcare infrastructure failed to meet human needs. The conversation explored how prior authorization, reimbursement incentives, administrative fragmentation, and institutional distrust continue shaping the patient experience across oncology and survivorship.The performance also marked a deeply personal milestone. After brain cancer compromised his left hand at age 21, Zachary spent 6 months rehabilitating both hands to return to public performance for the first time in over 2 decades. The result became part concert, part civic gathering, and part historical record of a generation of survivors who refused to disappear quietly.RELATED LINKSMZLIVE Official WebsiteMZLIVE YouTube VideoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Anxiety and chronic illness are rarely talked about together and almost never in the way that actually matters.Because the anxiety most women with chronic illness carry is not about their life. It is about their own body. And that specific fear, being afraid of the one thing you can never get distance from, creates an emotional pattern that quietly changes your relationship with your body in ways that make healing significantly harder. In this mini, you'll discover:Why anxiety about your own body is fundamentally different from any other kind of fear — and why it never switches offHow that fear pulls you out of your body and turns you into someone who surveils it rather than someone who lives in itOne powerful question that reveals exactly where your relationship with your body stands right nowIf you want to understand which emotional patterns may be driving your specific symptoms, use my free ChatGPT prompt to find out in under 30 seconds. Right now, it is completely free and that will not always be the case. CLICK HERE before that changes.For women navigating Chronic Illness, Autoimmune Disease, IBS, Digestive Disorders, Migraines, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Pain, PCOS, and Endometriosis.

Josh Blatchford couldn't stand long enough to brush his teeth—and he was a personal trainer.After years of chronic illness nobody could diagnose, Josh hit rock bottom in 2020. He was bedridden, losing function on the left side of his body, and spending $30,000 a year on care that kept symptoms at bay for maybe six months before they came back harder. He had a two-year-old daughter he couldn't lift. His mother-in-law found something called bioenergetic testing on a Facebook forum.Fourteen months after his first round of remedies, Josh ran the Columbus Half Marathon. He signed up to prove to himself he'd actually healed. He didn't let himself believe it until he turned the corner toward the finish line.Now Josh is the founder and CEO of Attuned, the company he built around the technology that gave him his life back. On this episode, recorded in person in Columbus, Josh and Dominic get into how bioenergetic scanning works (hair and saliva samples; 60-plus years of science; and why it can flag a stress fracture weeks before symptoms appear), what separates the Endurance Scan from wearable data, how Dominic's own scan caught his adrenal issues and flagged his achilles before he mentioned either, and why Josh won't recommend a blanket supplement stack to anyone—even after taking 52 a day at his sickest. One of the most honest and unusual founder stories to come through the TRE universe.Tap into the Josh Blatchford Special.If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! S H O W  N O T E S  -The Run Down By The Running Effect (our new newsletter!): https://tinyurl.com/mr36s9rs-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run  -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ-My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Take our podcast survey: https://tinyurl.com/3ua62ffzBehind the scenes of The Running Effect: https://youtube.com/@dominicschlueter?si=PM9FjPc92eFUFEZLInstagram: @joshuablatch Website: attuned.health

Support the Institute today. https://givenow.nova.edu/the-institute-for-neuro-immune-medicine-inim-2025   In today's episode, Haylie Pomroy talks with Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, a PhD immunologist from UC Irvine and founder of ReStem, for a conversation that brings cutting-edge cell therapy research directly to the chronic illness community.   Dr. Gonzalez breaks down the science of immune exhaustion, explaining why so many patients with ME/CFS, long COVID, POTS, and autoimmune disorders are stuck in a state of dysfunction that conventional labs and appointments often fail to capture. He introduces the concept of senescent cells, what he calls zombie cells, and explains the specific role natural killer cells play in clearing viral burden and restoring immune balance.   Together, Haylie and Dr. Gonzalez explore how cell therapies, specifically quality-cultivated umbilical cord lining stem cells and activated natural killer cells, are being used in clinical studies to re-regulate immune systems that have gone into either hyper-inflammatory overdrive or complete exhaustion. Dr. Gonzalez also clarifies the significant difference between legitimate, rigorously tested cell therapies and the inconsistent products flooding the market under the stem cell label.   Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, PhD is a regenerative medicine expert and researcher with over 20 years of experience in cell biology, stem cell science, and immune health. He earned his PhD and BS from the University of California, Irvine, where his research focused on immune system interactions following spinal cord injury. Known for his work in regenerative medicine, longevity, and cell therapeutics, Dr. Gonzalez has authored scientific publications, holds multiple patents in the field, and frequently teaches and speaks internationally on stem cell biology, immune health, and anti-aging science. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-gonzalez-6026672a/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgonzalezphd/  Haylie Pomroy, Founder and CEO of The Haylie Pomroy Group, is a leading health strategist specializing in metabolism, weight loss, and integrative wellness. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked with top medical institutions and high-profile clients, developing targeted programs and supplements rooted in the "Food is Medicine" philosophy. Inspired by her own autoimmune journey, she combines expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, and patient advocacy to help others reclaim their health. She is a New York Times bestselling author of The Fast Metabolism Diet.   Learn more about Haylie Pomroy's approach to wellness through her website: https://hayliepomroy.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayliepomroy  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hayliepomroy  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hayliepomroy/videos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayliepomroy/  X: https://x.com/hayliepomroy    Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter.

In December 1996, a 37 year old pharmaceutical executive sat in a Borders bookstore reading medical textbooks on the floor, trying to understand a disease she had never heard of. Multiple myeloma carried a three year prognosis. Her daughter was 18 months old. Her father had just died of cancer. Within weeks, she pushed her doctors to say the quiet part clearly. This would likely end her life before her child entered kindergarten.Kathy Giusti refused to accept passive survival. She built a plan while the system offered fragments. She interviewed oncologists and fertility specialists at the same time. She pursued IVF to have a second child while preparing for treatment. She stayed employed to keep insurance coverage. Every decision carried financial, medical, and emotional risk.That same urgency exposed a deeper failure. Cancer research moved slowly. Academic centers guarded data. Clinical trials lacked coordination. Patients entered a system that demanded compliance without providing clarity. Giusti responded by building the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, not as a support group, but as an operating engine to accelerate drug development, fund research, and force collaboration across institutions.This episode tracks the tension between individual agency and systemic failure. Giusti describes how patients navigate diagnosis, insurance barriers, and fragmented care in real time. She explains how data, genomics, and clinical trials reshape cancer treatment while still leaving patients responsible for decisions they are not trained to make. She addresses disparities in access, the limits of early detection, and the reality that progress in oncology often depends on speed, funding, and alignment of incentives.The conversation moves between lived experience and structural critique. It names the cost of delay, the burden placed on patients to act as their own advocate, and the tradeoffs required to push a system forward that still protects itself first.⸻RELATED LINKSKathy GiustiMultiple Myeloma Research FoundationFatal to FearlessAmerican Society of Hematology⸻FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of New Frontiers in Functional Medicine, Richard Horowitz joins Kara Fitzgerald to explore the connection between persistent infections, inflammation, and chronic disease. The discussion highlights emerging research linking Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease) to amyloid production and Alzheimer's biomarkers, along with the clinical implications of Dr. Horowitz's MSIDS model. Topics include biofilm persistence, co-infections, treatment resistance, and multi-targeted strategies for addressing complex, chronic conditions such as Lyme disease, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and long COVID. This episode offers clinicians a more integrated framework for evaluating and managing treatment-resistant patients. Full show notes + references: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/fxmed-podcast/ GUEST DETAILS Richard Horowitz is a board-certified internist and founder of the Hudson Valley Healing Arts Center. For more than 40 years, he has treated over 13,000 patients with Lyme disease and complex chronic illness using both conventional and integrative approaches. Dr. Horowitz is the developer of dapsone combination therapy and author of the New York Times bestsellers Why Can't I Get Better? and How Can I Get Better? His newest book, Ending Chronic Illness, explores how his MSIDS model may apply to many chronic diseases beyond Lyme, offering a broader systems-based framework for diagnosis and treatment. https://cangetbetter.com/ THANKS TO OUR DIAMOND SPONSORS Time—Line Nutrition: http://pro.timeline.com/ DUTCH: https://dutchtest.com/for-providers Biotics Research: https://www.bioticsresearch.com/ THANKS TO OUR GOLD SPONSORS Equelle: http://equelle.com Fullscript Journeys: http://www.fullscript.com/journeys-kara CONNECT with DrKF Want more? Join our newsletter here: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/newsletter/ Or take our pop quiz and test your BioAge! https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/bioagequiz YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/hjpc8daz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkarafitzgerald/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKaraFitzgerald/ DrKF Clinic: Patient consults with DrKF physicians including Younger You Concierge: https://tinyurl.com/yx4fjhkb Younger You Practitioner Training Program: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/trainingyyi/ Younger You book: https://tinyurl.com/mr4d9tym Better Broths and Healing Tonics book: https://tinyurl.com/3644mrfw

In this powerful first conversation, Dr. Sina McCullough shares how she went from a vibrant, athletic life to being so sick she could no longer stand, eat, or care for herself—and how she found her way back.   Despite her PhD in nutrition, Sina spent years searching for answers within the medical system, only to be told her symptoms were "all in her head." At her lowest point, she chose a different path—one that led her to uncover hidden toxicities, nutrient deficiencies, and overlooked food sensitivities that were keeping her body from healing.   In this episode, she introduces the concept of "The Veil"—the unseen trust we place in our food system—and challenges the idea that chronic illness is something we must simply manage. Instead, she offers a powerful reframe: the body is designed to heal when we remove what harms it and restore what's missing.   We also explore why diets often fail, the difference between remission and true healing, and the critical role of emotional and spiritual stress in long-term health.   Sina's message is both sobering and hopeful: healing is possible—and it begins with seeing clearly.   Stay tuned for Part 2. WAPF Ad- Censorship is real - and click on the "Email list button on the homepage" Visit Dr. Sina McCullough's website to learn more Join the Nourishing Our Children closed Facebook Group Check out our sponsors: Four Visions "Discount code WISE for 15% off" and Masa Chips- "Discount code WISETRADITIONS for 25% off your first order"