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In this podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jon Berner to explore two of the most promising yet misunderstood therapeutic agents: Lithium and Rapamycin.We begin with a groundbreaking discussion on Lithium, moving far beyond its traditional use in psychiatry. We break down the recent landmark study in Nature that positions lithium as a potential powerhouse for combating Alzheimer's disease, delve into the different salts (orotate vs. carbonate), and discuss who might benefit, who should be cautious, and the practical realities of dosing and side effects.In the second half, we shifted to Rapamycin, focusing on an exciting new preprint study on its use for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). We explore the compelling "hyperinflammatory" hypothesis for ME/CFS and long COVID, question whether current off-label dosing is too low, and debate the classic mTORC1 vs. mTORC2 model. The conversation also covers radical new ideas like high-dose pulse therapy, its potential use in IVF, and the powerful synergy of combining rapamycin with ketamine for treatment-resistant conditions.Throughout, we tackle the larger themes of personalized medicine, the limitations of the FDA, and how new AI-driven tools are beginning to map the complex, N-dimensional biochemical space of human health.

Der Tag in NRW: Geflügelbauer: Sorge vor der Stallpflicht; National Express: Ärger um RE4; Trotz Vorwürfen: Esser darf in NRW-AfD bleiben; Israel: Kommt ein Yad-Vashem-Ableger nach NRW?; Bundeswehr stoppt Flächenumnutzung auch in NRW; Abschied im Zorn: Schramma verlässt CDU; RWE: Pakistanische Landwirte drohen mit Klimaklage; Chronische Erschöpfung: Bilder im Landtag zu ME/CFS. Moderation: Edda Dammmüller. Von WDR.

The Conditional Release Program - Live from Skepticon 2025! Well, almost. We did a re-record. We were limited to an hour and we had some issues getting the audio file right. So we just did the script again! You won't hear the riotous laugher and rapturous applause from the audience but if you make believe you might just hear us being funny and getting a reaction. Skepticon was a lot of fun - next year it will be in Sydney and any folks that want to check out the Skeptics should head over to https://www.skeptics.com.au/ and go meet some likeminded folks! In this episode we look at the Ozenkadnook Tiger, Joel's cooked upbringing and the miracles of drinking piss. But we also revisit the important condition known as ME/CFS which has so far been terribly mismanaged by conventional medicine. Sometimes they get it wrong too. Hope you enjoy this one as much as we enjoyed crafting it. Normal programming to resume in full soon - good things ahead :-)

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, breaks down why many people with ME/CFS and long COVID continue to feel tired even after treating Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). If you've tried antivirals, herbs, or IV treatments and still aren't better, this episode explains why that may be the case.   Evan reveals how immune dysfunction, toxic overload, and the full Toxic 5, heavy metals, chemicals, molds, infections, and nervous system dysregulation, must all be addressed together for true healing. You'll also learn why lab tests often give false reassurance, and why protocols that only treat EBV tend to fail in complex chronic conditions.   Watch to understand: Why Epstein-Barr is rarely the only problem How toxins impair immune function and block viral recovery What the “Toxic Matrix” is and how it keeps you stuck Why Evan's 4-step program produces real results for ME/CFS & long COVID If you've tried everything and still aren't better, this episode could change everything.   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Nach einer Covid-Infektion erkrankte Fabian an Long Covid und ME/CFS. Nachdem sich sein Zustand nach der Infektion schnell rapide verschlechterte, war er monatelang pflegebedürftig auf Bell 0 und verbrachte 24/7 im Liegen im abgedunkelten Raum. Heute befindet er sich in der Wiedereingliederung, fährt Fahrrad & in den Urlaub und nimmt aktiv am Leben teil. Fabians Interview bei Leonie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mxwl5tOKbg Leas Instagram Account: @gesundmitlea Du magst meine Arbeit und möchtest mir einen (virtuellen/koffeinfreien/energiebringenden) Kaffee spendieren? Ne Maledivenreise nehm ich natürlich auch :) Dann kannst du das hier tun: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superheldenohnecape Oder auf PayPal an: superheldenohnecape Ich dank dir für deine Wertschätzung! Kontakt Fabian: Instagram: @dontforgetme.cfs Superheld/-innen Ohne Cape: IG: @superheldenohnecape E-Mail: superheldenohnecape@yahoo.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

In der aktuellen Episode sprechen wir mit Isi und Karl von Empty Stands, einer Selbsthilfe- und Aktionsgruppe von Fußballfans, die an Long COVID, ME/CFS oder Post-Vac erkrankt sind. Viele von ihnen können ihr liebstes Hobby – den Stadionbesuch, die Auswärtsfahrt, die Energie der Kurve – nicht mehr erleben. Statt lauter Gesänge und Pyro herrscht für sie oft Stille, Isolation und ein täglicher Kampf mit einer unsichtbaren Krankheit. Doch Empty Stands zeigt: Gemeinschaft endet nicht an der Stadiontür. Fans von über 40 Vereinen sind in der Gruppe vertreten – sie tauschen sich aus, unterstützen sich gegenseitig und machen mit kreativen Aktionen in den Kurven auf ihre Situation aufmerksam. Isi und Karl erzählen von ihrem persönlichen Weg mit der Erkrankung, über den Verlust der alten Normalität, über Hoffnung, Zusammenhalt und die Kraft, die in Solidarität liegt. Wir sprechen über das Leben mit ME/CFS, über Empathie im Fußball, über Forschung, Barrierefreiheit – und über die Frage, wie man Teil der Fankultur bleibt, wenn der Körper nicht mehr mitspielt. Eine berührende Folge über Sichtbarkeit, Zusammenhalt und die Liebe zum Fußball.

Für die meisten ist die Corona-Pandemie längst vorbei, nicht jedoch für Betroffene von Long Covid. Sie erkranken häufig am Chronischen Fatigue-Syndrom, kurz ME/CFS. Nach wie vor fehlt es an Wissen über diese Krankheit, doch Studien liefern vielversprechende Therapieansätze. Spektrum der Wissenschaft gehört zu den renommiertesten Wissenschaftsmagazinen im deutschsprachigen Raum. Im wöchentlichen Spektrum-Podcast sprechen die Autorinnen und Autoren mit detektor.fm über die spannendsten Themen. Hier findet ihr alle Podcastfolgen! Hier könnt ihr das Gespräch mit Spektrum der Wissenschaft-Redakteurin Anna Lorenzen nachhören: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-me-cfs-long-covid Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/zurueck-zum-thema >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/zurueck-zum-thema-long-covid-2

Für die meisten ist die Corona-Pandemie längst vorbei, nicht jedoch für Betroffene von Long Covid. Sie erkranken häufig am Chronischen Fatigue-Syndrom, kurz ME/CFS. Nach wie vor fehlt es an Wissen über diese Krankheit, doch Studien liefern vielversprechende Therapieansätze. Spektrum der Wissenschaft gehört zu den renommiertesten Wissenschaftsmagazinen im deutschsprachigen Raum. Im wöchentlichen Spektrum-Podcast sprechen die Autorinnen und Autoren mit detektor.fm über die spannendsten Themen. Hier findet ihr alle Podcastfolgen! Hier könnt ihr das Gespräch mit Spektrum der Wissenschaft-Redakteurin Anna Lorenzen nachhören: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-me-cfs-long-covid Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/zurueck-zum-thema >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/zurueck-zum-thema-long-covid-2

This episode welcomes Dr. Leo Galland, Internal Medicine Specialist with over 40 years of experience working with complex conditions, which now includes Long Covid and of course ME/CFS. In this episode:Comprehensive exploration of Long Covid's complex natureIntroduction to the "Web of Long Covid" conceptInsights into post-viral illness from a 40-year medical perspectiveLong covid follows patterns of previous post-viral illnesses & similarities with chronic fatigue syndrome and post-infectious disordersSome unique characteristics of SARS-CoV-2 virus impactThe Web of Long Covid - 10 interconnected strands explaining illness mechanismsCentral components: ACE2 enzyme damage and mitochondrial dysfunctionTreatment Approach, importance of individualized, multi-step treatment protocols and the importance of understanding individual health historyLinks:Dr. Galland's "Long COVID Prevention and Treatment" document, available on website: dr.galland.com Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

This isn't about fighting your symptoms or figuring out what they mean. This 25-minute guided meditation helps you: ✨ Allow your symptoms to simply be there (without resistance) ✨ Connect with a soft, gentle part inside yourself ✨ Experience what it feels like to stop the internal struggle Perfect for people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) who automatically tense up or go into fight-or-flight when trying to feel their bodies. This gentle practice teaches you to be with yourself without judgment, analysis, or the need to change anything. It's about presence, not performance. Join the Release program to speed up your healing from ME/CFS, Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, MCAS, Post-Vac and other chronic illnesses.

M.E/CFS Recovery After 27 Years (Sue's Full Story) If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to recover, you need to hear Sue's story. She lived with ME/CFS for nearly 27 years. There were days she couldn't walk, couldn't speak above a whisper, and had to be fed by her husband. The fatigue was so heavy she once said it felt like “walking through deep mud with a wet blanket over my body.” After decades of trying everything and getting nowhere, she found herself back at rock bottom—bedbound again, with no clear answers. That's when she discovered a new way forward. A plan built on baseline, consistency over intensity, and letting go of the pressure to push. The results changed everything.From 30-second walks to hiking mountains.From wheelchair to long-haul flights.From hopelessness to coaching others through recovery. Today, Sue's life looks nothing like it did for those 27 years because she stopped fighting her body and started rebuilding with it. This one's powerful. Especially if you've been stuck for a long time. Here are 4 ways we can help. 1. Join our free community to meet others, be inspired, and get more recovery info - https://www.facebook.com/groups/cfshealthrecoveryhub 2. Watch the newly released past members "Guest Panel" Workshop where they share their top 5 recovery secrets - https://www.cfshealth.com/guestpanelreplay 3. Get our free most popular recovery trainings:- Find your baseline - Stop pushing and crashing - https://www.cfshealth.com/baseline - The 3 stages of recovery and what to do in each one - https://www.cfshealth.com/the3stages - The "9 do's and don'ts" PDF - to decrease symptoms and improve energy - https://www.Cfshealth.com/pdf 4. Want to help professionally with a step-by-step recovery plan specific to you? Fill out the application form and the team will send you the details - https://www.cfshealth.com/form

Sportoval, plánoval podnikání, žil aktivní život. V roce 2019 ale Šimonu Procházkovi do života vstoupila nemoc a všechno se obrátilo naruby. „Z domu zvládnu vyjít jednou týdně, musím neustále odpočívat. To, že tady dnes sedím, je skvělé, zítra se můžu probudit a nesložím větu,“ popisuje život s onemocněním, které se označuje také jako ME/CFS v nové epizodě Bojs.

Sportoval, plánoval podnikání, žil aktivní život. V roce 2019 ale Šimonu Procházkovi do života vstoupila nemoc a všechno se obrátilo naruby. „Z domu zvládnu vyjít jednou týdně, musím neustále odpočívat. To, že tady dnes sedím, je skvělé, zítra se můžu probudit a nesložím větu,“ popisuje život s onemocněním, které se označuje také jako ME/CFS v nové epizodě Bojs.Všechny díly podcastu Bojs můžete pohodlně poslouchat v mobilní aplikaci mujRozhlas pro Android a iOS nebo na webu mujRozhlas.cz.

Dr. Geoff Dow, CEO of 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals and former malaria drug developer at Walter Reed, joins the Tick Boot Camp Podcast to unpack the science and strategy behind treating babesiosis. Drawing parallels to malaria, Dow explains why tafenoquine (brand: Arakoda), FDA-approved for malaria prevention, is being studied for Babesia, how coinfections (Borrelia, Bartonella) complicate care, and why chronic illness needs a different clinical approach. He previews an upcoming Mount Sinai trial for chronic babesiosis focused on fatigue outcomes and discusses real-world diagnostics using FDA-approved blood donor screening plus PCRs from Galaxy Diagnostics and Mayo Clinic. The conversation also touches on prophylaxis concepts, immune dysregulation, and building a clearer path from anecdote to evidence for the tick-borne disease community. Guest Geoff Dow, BSc, MBA, PhD CEO & Board Member, 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals Background: Biotechnology (Perth, Australia), PhD in malaria drug discovery, decade at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, MBA in the U.S. Leads clinical programs exploring tafenoquine for babesiosis. Key Topics & Takeaways Malaria ↔ Babesiosis Parallels: Both are red-blood-cell parasites; acute symptoms driven by red cell destruction. Similar drug targets justify testing some anti-malarials against Babesia. Why Tafenoquine (Arakoda): An 8-aminoquinoline that induces oxidative stress in RBCs; distinct mechanism from atovaquone + azithromycin combo (current standard for acute babesiosis), potentially useful for resistance management. Chronic vs. Acute Disease: Acute babesiosis in immunocompetent patients often responds to standard care; chronic illness remains under-defined and underserved. Coinfections Are Common: Many chronically ill patients present with Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia together; diagnostics and treatment need to acknowledge polymicrobial reality. Upcoming Clinical Trial (Mount Sinai): Population: Chronic babesiosis with disabling fatigue, plus Babesia symptoms (e.g., air hunger, anemia) and lab evidence in the last 12 months. Regimen: 4-day loading dose then 200 mg weekly of tafenoquine for 3 months. Outcomes: Patient-reported fatigue (quality-of-life) + monthly molecular testing (FDA blood donor test, Galaxy Diagnostics PCR, Mayo Clinic PCR) during treatment and 3 months post-therapy. Goals: Demonstrate symptom improvement, assess eradication signals, and validate accessible diagnostics against an FDA-accepted assay. Prophylaxis & Post-Exposure Ideas: Animal data suggest short-course tafenoquine can eradicate early Babesia; human prophylaxis trials face feasibility and regulatory hurdles. Diagnostics Gap: Need for standardized, sensitive tools to define chronic babesiosis and track response. This trial also serves as a real-world diagnostic comparison. Immune Dysregulation & IACI: Overlap among long COVID, ME/CFS, post-treatment Lyme—shared theme of immune dysregulation with possible persistent antigen stimulation. Safety Notes: G6PD deficiency is relevant to 8-aminoquinolines; established safety database exists for malaria prevention dosing—critical as studies expand to babesiosis. Notable Quotes “You've got to put some lines in the sand—run the trial, collect data, and move the field forward.” “The best we can do for chronic disease starts with defining it—and validating the diagnostics we use to track it.” “8-aminoquinolines offer a different mechanism than current babesiosis standards—key for resistance and combinations.” Resources Mentioned Arakoda (tafenoquine): FDA-approved for malaria prevention; under study for babesiosis. Diagnostics: FDA-approved Babesia blood donor screen; Galaxy Diagnostics PCR; Mayo Clinic PCR. Organizations & Events: ILADS, Global Lyme Alliance, tick-borne disease conferences. Research Partners: Mount Sinai (NYC), Tulane University (Bartonella/Borrelia collaboration). Who Should Listen Patients with chronic Lyme or chronic babesiosis symptoms (fatigue, air hunger, anemia) Clinicians seeking updates on Babesia treatment research and diagnostics Caregivers and advocates tracking IACI and immune dysregulation science Researchers exploring antimalarial repurposing for tick-borne diseases Call to Action Subscribe to Tick Boot Camp and share this episode with someone navigating chronic tick-borne illness.

Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about the latest approaches to healing your body from mold toxicity, Lyme disease, and other complex, chronic health conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan.  Neil Nathan, MD has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and has been Board Certified in Family Practice and Pain Management and is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and a Founding Diplomate of ISEAI. He has written several books, including "Healing is Possible: New Hope for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Persistent Pain, and Other Chronic Illnesses" and "On Hope and Healing: For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks."  He has been working to bring an awareness that mold toxicity is a major contributing factor for patients with chronic illness and lectures internationally on this subject which led to the publication of his eBook, "Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment, 2016" (now updated to 2022), and then to his best-selling book "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness."  2021 saw the publication of "Energetic Diagnosis," a discussion of the value of intuition and energetic devices as an aid to both diagnosis and treatment of medical illness.  In 2024, his book "The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide" was released with a focus on how to approach the treatment of sensitive patients.  And most recently, in late 2025, the second edition of his book "Toxic" was released with several years of new information and insights on healing from complex chronic conditions.  Dr. Nathan has been treating chronic complex medical illnesses for 30 years now, and Lyme disease for the past 20 years.  As his practice has evolved, he finds himself increasingly treating the patients who have become so sensitive and toxic that they can no longer tolerate their usual treatments, and his major current interest is in finding unique ways of helping them to recover. Key Takeaways: Is Long COVID the Great Unmasker? Is POTS an underlying cause or is it a symptom? How might the Radiance Long Hauler testing be helpful? What supplements or botanicals may be helpful for those in a Cell Danger Response? Are hormones generally well-tolerated when one is in a Cell Danger Response? When might be the right time to introduce PC?  VIP? What are the more common sensitizers of a sensitive patient? What are the more common drivers of MCAS? What are some strategies for modulating the inflammatory response? Is MCS the same as MCAS? Should limbic retraining be more active? How often are mycotoxins seen in patients with Alzheimer's? Does HLA-DR impact a patient's recovery potential? How do you handle a suspected mold illness patient when their urine mycotoxin testing is negative? What is the best binder for mycophenolic acid?  Chaetoglobosin? Do the benefits of bentonite clay outweigh the potential risks? What is the source of gliotoxin in the body? How is the treatment of fungal colonization approached? What role have Actinobacteria and endotoxins played in treating patients? Can Bartonella be treated with natural antimicrobials alone? Does treating mold and Lyme improve EDS? Can secondary porphyria be an indication that the antimicrobial is working? What is the role of EMFs in chronic illness? How large of a factor are parasites? Do mold and Lyme contribute to ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, autism, and PANS/PANDAS? What is the role of nitric oxide in recovering health? Connect With My Guest:  NeilNathanMD.com Related Resources: Toxic 2nd Edition: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness Interview Date: September 29, 2025 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode223. Support the Show: To support the show and Buy Me a Coffee, visit https://betterhealthguy.link/BuyMeACoffee. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Follow Me on Social Media: Facebook - https://facebook.com/betterhealthguy Instagram - https://instagram.com/betterhealthguy X - https://twitter.com/betterhealthguy TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@betterhealthguy Disclaimer:  The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

In this reaction video, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, founder of the EnergyMD Method, shares his professional insights on a SciShow episode titled “Exercise Actually Makes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Worse.” As someone who has helped hundreds of people resolve chronic fatigue and long COVID, Evan breaks down the key points of the video, offering clarifications and expert commentary from over a decade of experience in environmental and functional medicine.   If you've ever been told to just "exercise more" when struggling with fatigue, this is the episode you need to watch.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why exercise often worsens symptoms in ME/CFS and long COVID What “post-exertional malaise” really means The truth behind the PACE trial and flawed research The role of the “Toxic 5” in immune system breakdown How recovery is possible, without pushing your limits   (This video contains commentary and analysis on original content by SciShow, used for educational and transformative purposes under fair use.)   Original Video by SciShow: https://youtu.be/wxSwYUennBA?si=XkA6WNRH9rZq2_ht Please support their channel and the important awareness they help spread.   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Technology offers unprecedented access to health information, but navigating it effectively requires understanding which tools serve our recovery and when to step away from screens. Jess from TurnTo shares insights on using AI and technology tools to support recovery from conditions like Long Covid and ME/CFS.• Different technology platforms have different agendas - social media optimizes for view time, search engines for quick clicks• Approximately 10,000 new updates emerge weekly about Long Covid and ME/CFS across research, expert interviews, and patient discussions• AI tools like ChatGPT can provide referenced health information when asked properly, often delivering more comprehensive answers than time-limited doctor appointments• Patient experiences remain undervalued as "weak data" despite containing rich insights that often precede formal research findings• TurnTo's new Personal Health Sidekick feature reads approximately one million words weekly, filtering information based on individual health concerns• AI works best for information gathering and making connections between disparate data points• Balance technology use with offline activities that support recovery - nature, human connection, and reducing nervous system activation• When using AI for health questions, always request references and specify what type of information you're seeking• Technology cannot replace human connection, empathy, and the physical examination healthcare professionals provideLearn more about TurnTo and their Personal Health Sidekick feature in the links below: Check out Turny here (use code "Jackie" for 10% off)Listen to our previous episode HERE Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

Themes: Long COVID, Brain Retraining, Vital-Side Programs Episode: Have you been searching for a success story of someone who has recovered from long COVID using brain retraining? In today's episode, MJ, a Vital-Side coach, who suffered with long COVID for three years was able to make a full recovery using the programs in Vital-Side. She holds a Master's in Public Health from the University of Michigan and worked as a health policy consultant for several years before becoming sick with long COVID and ME/CFS in 2020. Frustrated with the lack of treatment options offered by traditional Western medicine, she joined Vital-Side and used the tools from Rewire and Elevate to fully recover within one year. Listen to this episode to hear her story and how you too can use brain retraining to recover from long COVID.  Show Notes: - MJ's journey of being diagnosed with long COVID to trying Vital-Side - MJ's initial skepticism with brain retraining and how she came to understand the science behind why it works - How MJ used Rewire to heal pathways in her brain to correct her nervous system response - MJ started to see results within two weeks of practicing the Rewire program - Within 11 months, MJ felt fully recovered from long COVID - MJ's coaching style and how she became a Vital-Side coach - MJ's words of encouragement to those who are unsure about trying brain retraining  Resources: - Get more from the Vital-Side Podcast here - Email podcast@vital-side.com if you're interested in being a guest or have topic ideas - Use code: RESETDEAL to subscribe to The Reset 7-Day Brain Retraining Course for only $5 - Also check out the Rewire and Elevate programs - Book a private session with MJ using the code MJPODCAST20 for 20% off.  - Visit MJ's Instagram: @everydayflourishing - Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside or TikTok: @myvitalside - Visit Lindsay's Website - Click here for Lindsay's FREE Brain Retraining Guide   

In this special Tick Boot Camp Podcast episode recorded live at Project Lab Coat during New York Fashion Week (NYFW), we sit down with Colonel Nicole Malachowski, USAF (Ret.). Col. Malachowski, the first female pilot of the USAF Thunderbirds and a Lyme patient advocate, walked the runway with us at Project Lab Coat and served as the sole patient representative on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine committee that authored the landmark report on Lyme infection-associated chronic illness (Lyme IACI). She shares her perspective on why this recognition is a historic milestone for the Lyme community. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why the term Lyme IACI (infection-associated chronic illness) matters and how it creates an inclusive umbrella for persistent symptoms after Lyme infection. How the National Academies report represents the first time the U.S. government has officially recognized Lyme IACI. What it was like for Col. Malachowski to serve as the sole patient representative on the committee alongside scientists and clinicians. Why the report calls for running treatment trials in parallel with biomarker discovery so patients are not left waiting. How collaboration with long COVID and ME/CFS communities can accelerate solutions and strengthen advocacy. The role of AI and machine learning in analyzing patient data, biobanks, and surveys to identify new diagnostics and repurposed therapies. Why visibility at NYFW Project Lab Coat signals growing mainstream recognition of Lyme disease. About Col. Nicole Malachowski Col. Malachowski is a retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, the first woman selected to fly with the USAF Thunderbirds, and a National Women's Hall of Fame inductee. After contracting a tick-borne illness and being medically retired, she became a nationally recognized speaker and advocate for Lyme patients. She served as the sole patient voice on the National Academies committee that authored the landmark report on Lyme IACI, commissioned with support from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation. About Project Lab Coat at New York Fashion Week Project Lab Coat was a groundbreaking event held on September 13, 2025, during New York Fashion Week (NYFW). The show brought together prominent celebrities, researchers, doctors, and advocates who were invited to walk the runway to spotlight Lyme disease and raise funds for Lyme disease research. For the first time, the global visibility of NYFW was used to highlight one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases in the world. Tick Boot Camp co-founders Matt Sabatello and Rich Johannesen, together with Dr. Tal, walked the runway at Project Lab Coat, joining leaders from medicine, science, entertainment, and advocacy. Project Lab Coat demonstrated the power of mainstream platforms to bring awareness, credibility, and resources to the fight against Lyme disease. Key Takeaways Federal recognition matters – Lyme IACI in a National Academies report marks a turning point in credibility and urgency. Patients at the center – clinical trials must include patients from design through reporting. Collaboration is key – linking Lyme, long COVID, ME/CFS, and other infection-associated conditions strengthens progress. Do both now – pursue biomarkers and cures while also running treatment studies to help patients immediately. Technology accelerates hope – AI and machine learning can unlock insights from existing patient data. Resources and Links Read the full National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine report on Lyme IACI Read our recap of Project Lab Coat at New York Fashion Week (NYFW)

Wer unter Long Covid leidet, will natürlich nur eins: Besserung. Aber wie steht's denn um Therapien? Von Blutwäsche über Nikotinpflaster bis hin zu Verhaltenstherapie und Gehirntraining - es gibt inzwischen einige Angebote für Long Covid-Behandlungen. Wir haben die gängigsten Therapieansätze für euch gecheckt. Von Maximilian Doeckel /Jonathan Focke.

Wie lebendig begraben: So schildern Betroffene das Leben mit ME/CFS. Warum wir die Krankheit noch immer zu wenig verstehen, was sie mit Long Covid zu tun hat und wie es in Zukunft um die Heilungschancen steht. (00:01:06) Opener und Begrüßung Anne Lorenzen (00:02:12) Was ist ME/CFS genau? (00:07:52) Gespräch mit Natalie Grams als Betroffene (00:10:18) Wie es bei Natalie Grams anfing (00:12:04) Persönliche und professionelle Herausforderungen (00:15:07) Was es in Zukunft braucht (00:16:35) Natalie Grams steht nicht allein (00:19:29) Über die Forschung von Carmen Scheibenbogen (Charité Berlin) (00:25:57) über die Heilungschancen und -möglichkeiten (00:29:19) Die Rolle von Prävention (00:30:21) Ausblick Themenwoche (00:33:09) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-me-cfs-long-covid

Wie lebendig begraben: So schildern Betroffene das Leben mit ME/CFS. Warum wir die Krankheit noch immer zu wenig verstehen, was sie mit Long Covid zu tun hat und wie es in Zukunft um die Heilungschancen steht. (00:01:06) Opener und Begrüßung Anne Lorenzen (00:02:12) Was ist ME/CFS genau? (00:07:52) Gespräch mit Natalie Grams als Betroffene (00:10:18) Wie es bei Natalie Grams anfing (00:12:04) Persönliche und professionelle Herausforderungen (00:15:07) Was es in Zukunft braucht (00:16:35) Natalie Grams steht nicht allein (00:19:29) Über die Forschung von Carmen Scheibenbogen (Charité Berlin) (00:25:57) über die Heilungschancen und -möglichkeiten (00:29:19) Die Rolle von Prävention (00:30:21) Ausblick Themenwoche (00:33:09) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-me-cfs-long-covid

Wie lebendig begraben: So schildern Betroffene das Leben mit ME/CFS. Warum wir die Krankheit noch immer zu wenig verstehen, was sie mit Long Covid zu tun hat und wie es in Zukunft um die Heilungschancen steht. (00:01:06) Opener und Begrüßung Anne Lorenzen (00:02:12) Was ist ME/CFS genau? (00:07:52) Gespräch mit Natalie Grams als Betroffene (00:10:18) Wie es bei Natalie Grams anfing (00:12:04) Persönliche und professionelle Herausforderungen (00:15:07) Was es in Zukunft braucht (00:16:35) Natalie Grams steht nicht allein (00:19:29) Über die Forschung von Carmen Scheibenbogen (Charité Berlin) (00:25:57) über die Heilungschancen und -möglichkeiten (00:29:19) Die Rolle von Prävention (00:30:21) Ausblick Themenwoche (00:33:09) Verabschiedung Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/spektrum-der-wissenschaft >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/wissen/spektrum-podcast-me-cfs-long-covid

Schaue dir das Video zu dieser Episode an und abonniere den YouTube Kanal, um keine neue Folge mehr zu verpassen.ZusammenfassungIn dieser Episode spricht Julia mit Dr. Julia Wilke vom Health Performance Institute in Innsbruck über ganzheitliche Medizin, Prävention und Langlebigkeit. Dr. Wilke, ehemals Balletttänzerin, und ihr Mann Jens gründeten das Institut, um den Ursachen von Beschwerden auf den Grund zu gehen. Mit modernster Diagnostik, die über das Kassensystem hinausgeht, erkennen sie Probleme frühzeitig – lange bevor sie zu Krankheiten führen.Das Thema ist die Inuspherese, eine Blutwäsche, die den Körper von Schwermetallen, Pestiziden, Mikroplastik, Entzündungseiweißen und Spike-Proteinen befreit. Die Behandlung ist vielversprechend bei Long COVID, ME/CFS und Autoimmunerkrankungen. Dr. Wilke berichtet von beeindruckenden Genesungen und erklärt, wie die Inuspherese den Körper "resettet", um andere Therapien effektiver zu machen. Kontraindikationen und der selektive Mechanismus werden ebenfalls beleuchtet.Unterstützt durch Dr. PriemerDiese Folge wird durch Dr. Priemer Patentway ermöglicht. Das vollständig durchfermentierte Proteinpulver mit 20 freien Aminosäuren - keine langen Ketten, sondern direkt verfügbare Bausteine. Das bedeutet: extrem schnelle Aufnahme, maximale Bioverfügbarkeit und null Verdauungsprobleme. Falls Whey-Produkte dir Blähungen oder Magendruck machen, probier das. 1 Esslöffel reicht für optimale Versorgung. Leicht, bekömmlich, wirksam.Mit dem Code TULIPAN erhältst du 10% Rabatt auf deine Bestellung.Was du in dieser Episode lernst

Anni ist nach zwei Corona-Infektionen 2022 an Long Covid erkrankt. Nach einer Reha war sie überwiegend hausgebunden. Neben Long-Covid hat sie mittlerweile auch eine ME/CFS-Diagnose erhalten. Mit ihrer Geschichte möchte sie anderen Betroffenen Mut machen, dass man selbst bei schweren Diagnosen wie Long Covid und ME/CFS selbst aktiv werden kann. Durch ihre Interventionen ist sie mittlerweile phasenweise symptomfrei, arbeitet einige Stunden pro Woche und kann wieder in den Urlaub fahren. Ihre Geschichte zeigt, dass der Weg ein langer ist - und manchmal ist es leichter, das von jemandem zu hören, der/die selbst noch betroffen ist, aber wieder einen positiven Ausblick auf die Zukunft hat. Darüber haben wir in der Episode gesprochen: Dr. Larissa Neumann: IG: @larissaneumann144 Website: larissaneumann.com Podcast-Episode mit Larissa: https://superhelden-ohne-cape.zencast.website/episodes/larissas-erfolgsgeschichte CFS Recovery School CFS Bloom Podcast-Episode mit Laila: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7h39pN28wlGLDQHiCLc2LZ?si=6SsIjpTiTxWVs6Y246FQFg Nina IG: @theunforcedclub Podcast-Episode mit Nina: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0iL6sCLLRmAmLS0UIjL8xT?si=c06be2eb4a99468c Episode mit Katha zum Genesungsblues: https://superhelden-ohne-cape.zencast.website/episodes/special-mit-katha-wenn-der-genesungsblues-reinhaut Dr. Joe Dispenza IHHT - Intervall-Hypoxie-Hyperoxie-Therapie ME/CFS Podcasts Fasynation Fatigue von Johannes Tidal Faces von Leila Blooming Health von Anna Ich werde gesund von Martina Du magst meine Arbeit und möchtest mir einen (virtuellen/koffeinfreien/energiebringenden) Kaffee spendieren? Dann kannst du das hier tun: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/superheldenohnecape Oder auf PayPal an: superheldenohnecape Die Malediven-Reise nehm ich natürlich auch :) Danke dir! Links mentioned in this episode: Anni IG: @schneiders_anni Superheld/-innen Ohne Cape IG: @superheldenohnecape E-Mail: superheldenohnecape@yahoo.com This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Support the Institute today. https://www.nova.edu/give/index.html?area=Institute%20for%20Neuro-Immune%20Medicine&designation=INIM%20Grateful%20Patient%20Fund   In this episode, Haylie Pomroy welcomes Dr. Lubov Nathanson, Associate Professor at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University, for an insightful discussion on epigenetics and the powerful role lifestyle plays in it.   Dr. Nathanson defines epigenetics from a clinical perspective, unpacks the flow of genetic information, and explains the deep connection between environmental influences and gene expression. She highlights how many diseases represent an epigenetic response, and why lifestyle choices and diet can be true game-changers in improving long-term health and wellness.   Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx   Dr. Lubov Nathanson is an Associate Professor at the College of Osteopathic Medicine in Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Nathanson's research interests include exploring altered genetic expression in the immune cells of ME/CFS patients and the potential role of DNA methylation, an epigenetic process that can turn genes on or off, in ME/CFS. She is an experienced, versatile, and multidisciplinary trained scientist with over 20 years of work experience in basic and translational genomics and proteomics research. Combined expertise in bioinformatics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and systems biology. She has demonstrated the ability to perform innovative science in both research and customer service environments and is a persuasive leader with exceptional interpersonal skills.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lubov-nathanson-6041158/    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    Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review on the following platforms so we can bring hope and help to others.   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hope-and-help-for-fatigue-chronic-illness/id1724900423 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/154isuc02GnkPEPlWfdXMT Sign up today for our newsletter. https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here.   Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM

In dieser Episode von Ostkurvendiskussion spreche ich mit Aiden über die Krankheit ME/CFS – eine oft übersehene Erkrankung, die für Betroffene mit sehr großen Herausforderungen verbunden ist. Wir beleuchten dabei auch das Fanprojekt Empty Stands, in dem sich Anhänger:innen verschiedener Vereine zusammengeschlossen haben, um mehr Aufmerksamkeit und Sichtbarkeit für diese Krankheit zu schaffen.Kommentiert sehr gern bei Bluesky, Spotify, Discord und Co. - Diese Sendung soll auch von der Interaktion leben. Viel Spaß beim Hören!Stimmungsbarometer: https://stimmung.herthabase.de/https://www.instagram.com/emptystands.me/?hl=dehttps://bsky.app/profile/emptystands.mehttps://www.betterplace.org/de/projects/47039-me-cfs-erkrankte-jetzt-unterstuetzenhttps://taz.de/ME/CFS-und-Fussball/!6106303/HIER FINDEST DU ALLE WICHTIGEN HERTHA BASE LINKS:https://linktr.ee/herthabaseModeration: Lukas Kloss Gast: Aiden Luca MaischeinProduktion & Schnitt: Lukas KlossGrafik: Tamina Ade

After nearly many years with chronic fatigue syndrome, I thought healing would be the end of my struggles. I was wrong. Recovery brought an unexpected identity crisis that nobody warned me about. In this video, I open up about the raw truth of what happens when you finally heal from chronic illness—the disorienting experience of no longer recognizing yourself or your place in the world. When survival mode ends, who are you underneath? What you'll discover: Why healing can trigger a profound identity crisis How chronic fatigue syndrome changes your personality and values The challenge of reconnecting with friends who moved on during your illness Why the "old you" might not exist anymore (and why that's okay) How to rebuild community when you no longer fit anywhere Practical steps for navigating this overlooked part of recovery If you've been struggling with chronic fatigue syndrome, ME/CFS, long covid, or similar conditions and feel lost after improvement, you're not alone. This identity shift is a normal part of the healing journey that deserves attention and compassion. Have you felt this identity confusion during your chronic illness recovery? What helped you navigate this transition? Timestamps: 00:43 The unspoken identity shift 05:40 Social disconnect and re-entry schock 11:11 The search for a new community 15:28 Rebuilding Identity Join the Release program to speed up your healing from ME/CFS, Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, MCAS, Post-Vac and other chronic illnesses.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD shares an in-depth look at EBOO therapy (Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation) and whether it's the right choice for people dealing with ME/CFS and Long COVID.   EBOO therapy is designed to oxygenate and ozonate the blood, with potential benefits like killing infections, boosting mitochondrial function, and removing heavy metals. While this sounds promising, Evan explains why this treatment may not be appropriate early in the recovery process, especially if detox pathways aren't properly supported.   Using clear examples and his proven four-step process, Evan breaks down why timing matters and how a slow, structured approach to detoxification is key to sustainable progress. He also discusses why EBOO and similar therapies are often best used near the end of a healing journey, not the beginning.   Want to understand what's really keeping you sick and how to detox at a rate your body can tolerate? This episode has the answers!   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Recovery from Long Covid & ME/CFS involves exploring ways to move forward when you're nearly there or making progress but unsure how to reach the next level. Finding your own path is essential as there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach to healing.• Jackie's recovery had 3 phases: denial & pushing through, education & strategy-building, and gentle building• Healing isn't a destination but a soft place to land—embracing the journey puts less pressure on your nervous system• Consistent practices that show your body it's safe build confidence & trust• The liminal space between illness & wellness allows for exploration without pressure• Recognizing small signs of recovery counteracts negativity bias• Celebrating small wins & bringing play into activities helps maintain regulation• Reclaiming identity is challenging• Getting unstuck from "80% recovered" place often requires gently challenging yourself• Re-engaging with life in small ways demonstrates to your body that it's safe• Recovery is built on small, consistent practices rather than dramatic interventionsLinks: "Setting an Intention for Healing" track on Insight TimerSafety in movement/activity track Suzy's Fern program#77 "Managing the fear of reinfection" episode#94 Jackie's recovery story#100 Michelle Irving episode #169 Recovery ThemesMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

Reset your nervous system and reconnect with your body's natural healing wisdom in this gentle guided meditation, designed specifically for chronic illness recovery. In this session, you'll learn how to calm your nervous system, gently process the emotions behind your symptoms, and create space for deep healing. This meditation is perfect for anyone living with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), fibromyalgia, long COVID, or similar conditions.

Der Test ist längst negativ - und trotzdem kämpfen viele Menschen noch Monate nach einer Corona-Infektion mit massiven Problemen: Schmerzen, Atemnot, Gehirnnebel. Doch obwohl Hunderttausende betroffen sind, gibt es bis heute keinen eindeutigen Test für Long Covid. Wir fragen: Warum ist die Diagnose so ein Rätsel? Und was weiß die Wissenschaft inzwischen über mögliche Ursachen? Von Maximilian Doeckel /Jonathan Focke.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD explains how to recognize, manage, and move through die-off reactions (also known as Herxheimer responses) during recovery from ME/CFS and long COVID. These temporary flares can occur as the body starts eliminating heavy metals, mold, infections, and other toxins, and they don't have to derail your healing. Evan shares the exact 4-step system used inside the EnergyMD Program to support the body during this process, including how to: Open up detox pathways (liver, kidneys, lymph, and more) Adjust herbal protocols using microdosing Avoid “crashing” and pivot with grace when symptoms flare This is what Evan calls the “Die Off Dance”, a strategic, flexible approach to detox that respects the body's limits and prevents burnout during healing. If you've ever felt worse before getting better, this episode will help you understand why, and what to do next. . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Zirkuläres Bauen - Aus alten Materialien Neues erschaffen; Deutschland hat ein Sepsis-Problem; Mülheim an der Ruhr - Jagd auf Kanadagänse; Welche Rolle spielen soziale Medien bei Magersucht?; Programmieren nach Gefühl - Was bringt Vibe-Coding?; Chronische Erschöpfung - Leben mit ME/CFS; Atemübungen - bringt das was?; Moderation: Marija Bakker. Von WDR 5.

Are your fatigue and other symptoms trying to tell you something deeper? In this eye-opening video, I dive into the “4 Bodies” concept and reveal how your beliefs, desires, dogmas, and behaviors are often just shields protecting you from emotional pain. Using a powerful mind map technique, I'll show you step-by-step how to uncover the hidden emotional roots behind chronic symptoms—so you can finally break free from the cycle of suffering from your chronic illness. Discover how your psyche's drive to avoid pain may be creating more of it—on every level: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. I'll walk you through a real-life example, mapping out the connections between your thoughts, feelings, and symptoms, and give you practical tools to start your own healing journey today. Join the Release program to speed up your healing from ME/CFS, Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, MCAS, Post-Vac and other chronic illnesses.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, explores why brain retraining alone is often not enough for full recovery from ME/CFS, long COVID, or fibromyalgia, and what else needs to be addressed in these cases. Nervous system retraining is powerful, but for many people it's only one piece of the puzzle. Evan breaks down the most common reasons people don't fully heal after completing brain retraining programs, and explains why addressing all root causes is essential for true recovery. In this episode, you'll learn: Why nervous system retraining might not resolve 100% of the problem What “The Toxic Five” are, and why ignoring them can stall healing How testing can sometimes mislead you (and what to do instead) The 4-step EnergyMD process to finally reach the finish line . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

A chat with Dr Jane McKay, a general internal medicine specialist who works with patients who suffer from Long Covid and ME/CFS.Thanks for listening. Don't forget to follow the podcast and leave a review!

Why are some people still sick long after COVID clears? Dr. Nancy Klimas, immunologist and Director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, joins Haylie Pomroy to explain how persistent spike protein may be the missing link behind long COVID. They explore how this protein triggers immune dysfunction, brain fog, fatigue, and symptoms nearly identical to ME/CFS. Dr. Klimas shares what separates those who recover from those who don't, and the emerging clinical trials that may offer real answers. Learn more on the Hope and Help for Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast: What Spike Proteins Reveal About Long COVID and ME/CFS. Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others. You can also catch this show on YouTube and other podcast platforms.   Watch “Exercise as Medicine: When It Helps and When It Hurts” with Jeffrey Cournoyer here: https://youtu.be/P9rQdtGxUBA   Sign up for the Monoclonal Antibody Study. Contact: 954-262-2286 or LongCOVID@nova.edu Registration Link: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RAYDFLKAR7HTWFXJ   Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   If you are interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1fipp18*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx Nancy Klimas, M.D., is the Director of the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine where she directs a group of remarkable interdisciplinary scientists and clinicians. They collaborate to discover innovative strategies for treating and preventing chronic illnesses, while also focusing on training the next generation of clinicians and scientists. With 40 years of professional experience, Dr. Nancy Klimas is internationally recognized for her work in multi-symptom disorders, including ME/CFS, GWI, fibromyalgia, and Long COVID.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-klimas-49255178/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nancyklimas Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ngklimas   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    Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.    Sign up today for our newsletter. https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM  

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 8-28-2025: Dr. Dawn opens with concerning research about PFAS (forever chemicals) found in feminine hygiene products. Chinese and American studies reveal significant concentrations in paper diapers, sanitary pads, and especially period underwear, with some products containing up to 77,000 parts per million. These compounds can absorb through skin and never break down in the environment, raising health concerns for products used in intimate contact. She shares research on vitamin K (MK7) for nocturnal leg cramps in older adults. A study of people 65 and older showed that 180 micrograms of menaquinone-7 reduced cramp episodes by half over two months while placebo group episodes doubled. This form of vitamin K also helps direct calcium to bones rather than arteries when taking calcium and vitamin D supplements. Dr. Dawn explains how gut bacteria are evolving to digest food thickeners like guar gum found in ketchup, salad dressing, and toothpaste. Previously considered non-digestible, these cellulose-based compounds are now being broken down by bacterial enzymes that develop when people eat high-fiber diets, potentially adding hidden calories to processed foods beyond what labels indicate. An emailer asks about Botox brain effects after reading a study in Advanced Science. Dr. Dawn critiques the research methodology, explaining that the organoid model using fetal cells doesn't replicate real-world conditions. She argues the cosmetic doses used are orders of magnitude smaller than the doses used in the study. The study concentrations are much higher than doses used in even the most aggressive therapeutic applications and concludes the study doesn't provide compelling evidence for brain toxicity concerns. Another emailer inquires about myalgia encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome genome research. Dr. Dawn explains that while GWAS studies identifying eight genetic loci are scientifically interesting, they don't provide practical diagnostic tools or treatment insights. She notes the resemblance of ME/CFS to long COVID and describes the hallmark symptom of post-exertional malaise lasting days after activity. Dr. Dawn presents encouraging dementia prevention research showing Mediterranean diet benefits. The study found 13% reduced dementia risk overall, with 25% reduction for those improving adherence. Most significantly, people with the high-risk APOE4 gene variant showed the greatest protective effect from eating leafy vegetables, fish, whole grains, and limiting processed foods. She provides an extensive discussion of hormone therapy for mental health, criticizing the medical field's neglect of hormonal causes of depression and anxiety. Dr. Dawn explains how 35% of men over 45 are testosterone deficient and describes perimenopause effects on women's mental health, including 30% increased depression risk and 112% increased bipolar disorder risk during hormonal transitions. Dr. Dawn criticizes Gameday men's health clinics for exploitative practices, describing their "man cave" marketing approach and expensive injection protocols. She explains how normal testosterone production involves daily mini-spikes rather than weekly injections, and discusses clomiphene citrate as an alternative that can improve both testosterone levels and fertility without suppressing sperm production. She concludes with a cautionary tale about imaging studies, describing a patient whose X-ray showing arthritis led to activity restrictions that may have worsened her condition. Dr. Dawn emphasizes that movement and weight-bearing exercise are crucial for joint health, even when imaging shows degenerative changes. She warns against letting scans dictate treatment over clinical symptoms and urges a "physical therapy first" approach.

Scientists have found the first robust evidence that people's genes affect their chances of developing myalgic encephalomyelitis or chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), a mysterious and debilitating illness that has been neglected and dismissed for decades by many in the medical community. To find out more, Madeleine Finlay speaks to science editor Ian Sample and to Nicky Proctor, who has ME and took part in the research. She also hears from Beth Pollack, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology who studies ME/CFS and related conditions, about how scientific understanding of the illness has improved and how scientists are transforming this knowledge into ideas about future treatments. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

In this deeply moving episode of It Happened To Me, we sit down with Elizabeth Ansell, founder of #NotJustFatigue, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to raising awareness about myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). This is a condition that is vastly under diagnosed, possibly 90% which would mean it may affect up to 9 million people.    Elizabeth's life changed dramatically as a young adult when she developed ME/CFS—a complex, debilitating condition often triggered by infection. Since 2016, she has been bed-bound, living with severe fatigue, cognitive impairment, and post-exertional malaise. Yet, from her bed, she has become a powerful voice for change.   Through #NotJustFatigue, Elizabeth educates both the public and medical professionals about this misunderstood illness, challenging harmful myths and confronting the stigma that patients face. In this episode, she opens up about her own diagnostic odyssey, the emotional and physical toll of the disease, and the resilience it takes to advocate while living with severe limitations.    What You'll Learn in This Episode:   Elizabeth's journey to an ME/CFS diagnosis and how it changed her life The reality of living bed-bound for nearly a decade Why post-exertional malaise is a hallmark—and often misunderstood—symptom How #NotJustFatigue is changing public perception and medical understanding The connection between ME/CFS and Long COVID Strategies for supporting someone living with ME/CFS The role of storytelling in advocacy and awareness Myths and misconceptions that harm patients The emotional toll of medical gaslighting Hopes for the future of ME/CFS research and treatment More About Our Guest: Elizabeth Ansell, founder of #NotJustFatigue, is an advocate, storyteller, and changemaker for the ME/CFS community. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, she has a background in literature and TV production. Bed-bound since 2016, Elizabeth uses her lived experience and creative skills to educate others about ME/CFS, dismantle stigma, and build community for those navigating the same invisible illness.   Here is the visual historical timeline that Elizabeth mentioned during the episode. She also recommends watching #NotJustFatigue's 15 minute short film about the condition.    An update since we recorded with Elizabeth….   In a rare bipartisan move earlier this month (August 2025), the Senate Labor-HHS FY26 Appropriations Report delivered two major wins for the chronic illness community: Formally recognized ME/CFS within the RECOVER Initiative for Long COVID Directed NIH to implement the ME/CFS Research Roadmap within 180 days   This is a long-awaited breakthrough for millions of Americans with ME/CFS, a post-viral disease that has no FDA-approved treatment and receives just $13M in funding annually, despite being more common than Multiple Sclerosis. Advocates are calling this a major step forward in pushing NIH toward accountability and treatments.   Connect With Us:     Stay tuned for the next new episode of “It Happened To Me”! In the meantime, you can listen to our previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “It Happened To Me”.    “It Happened To Me” is created and hosted by Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman. DNA Today's Kira Dineen is our executive producer and marketing lead. Amanda Andreoli is our associate producer. Ashlyn Enokian is our graphic designer.   See what else we are up to on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and our website, ItHappenedToMePod.com. Questions/inquiries can be sent to ItHappenedToMePod@gmail.com. 

Dr. Charles Shepherd is the Honorary Medical Adviser to the ME Association, a patient charity in London, UK. Dr. Ken Friedman is a retired Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Physiology, New Jersey University of Medicine and Dentistry, Newark, New Jersey. Following up … More ... The post Dr. Charles Shepherd and Dr. Ken Friedman – UK and US Updates on ME/CFS and Long Covid appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

New research has found ME/CFS is partly caused by genetics, related to the immune and nervous system.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with Dr. Diana Driscoll about the surprising role of acetylcholine in restoring nervous system function and addressing conditions like POTS, ME/CFS, gastroparesis, and post-COVID symptoms.   Dr. Driscoll shares her inspiring journey from being a severely affected POTS patient to becoming one of the leading experts in autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Her experience navigating the medical system and years of self-funded research led her to discover new approaches that challenge traditional diagnostic labels and treatment protocols.   Dr. Diana Driscoll, Optometrist, FAAO, is a world-renowned expert on POTS and other “invisible” illnesses. As an author, speaker, inventor, and devoted researcher with four patents, she has helped shape a more accurate understanding of chronic conditions. Her personal battle with POTS fueled a decade of innovation, culminating in solutions that address not just symptoms, but the root causes. Today, her work focuses on POTS, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, long COVID, ME/CFS, vagus nerve dysfunction, gastroparesis, and brain health.   Here are a few of the key insights you'll take away from this episode:   -. Why restoring acetylcholine may be a missing link in chronic illness recovery -. How intracranial pressure and vagus nerve dysfunction affect hormones and digestion -. What inflammation really means for patients with POTS and ME/CFS -. How Dr. Driscoll's clinical approach supports healing without relying on steroids   If you're living with POTS, ME/CFS, or lingering symptoms after COVID, this episode offers science-based hope and new tools that can make a real difference.   Want to try ParaSym Plus or other vagus nerve support products?   Purchase at https://vagusnervesupport.com/?rfsn=8759546.3703a4d   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

You've done everything right — balanced hormones, optimized your diet, reduced stress, worked with the best fertility specialists — maybe even tried IVF… and still, no pregnancy. It's devastating, confusing, and exhausting. But what if the missing link is something you've never even considered: mold and mycotoxins?Many couples struggling with infertility have explored every conventional and integrative option—hormone balancing, dietary changes, lifestyle upgrades, even IVF—yet still find themselves without answers. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Nafysa Parpia reveals one of the most under-discussed factors that could be standing in the way: chronic mold and mycotoxin exposure.Dr. Parpia explains how mold-related toxins can trigger persistent inflammation, disrupt hormone regulation, impact egg and sperm quality, and even mimic estrogen in the body. She outlines the connection between mold, the microbiome, and fertility—both for women and men—and why symptoms can be surprisingly “random” and often overlooked.Dr Nafysa Parpia is the Director of Naturopathic Medicine at Gordon Medical and specializes in treating patients with complex chronic illness who have diagnoses such as autoimmunity, fibromyalgia, Long Haul COVID, ME/CFS, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. Often, these diagnoses are caused by a combination of tick-borne illness, environmental exposures, mold/mycotoxins, stress, and emotional history.In this deep-dive interview, we explore how toxic mold exposure can silently undermine reproductive health in both women and men, often leaving standard fertility tests looking “normal” while the body is trapped in a loop of inflammation and hormonal chaos.You'll discover:Why mold is a fertility disruptor — from hormone imbalance to egg/sperm quality changesThe “cell danger response” and how chronic inflammation keeps your body in defense mode, not conception modeEstrogen-mimicking mycotoxins and their role in estrogen overloadHow mold exposure affects the microbiome and in turn reproductive healthWhy chronic sinus infections & allergies can be a hidden reproductive health problemThe top at-home and clinical mold tests: ERMI, MicroGen DX, allergy testing, mycotoxin panelsThe exact steps an expert uses to assess mold impact — from home inspection to advanced lab diagnosticsHow mold issues often overlap with Lyme, chronic infections, and environmental toxinsWhy men's fertility is equally impacted — from low testosterone to erectile dysfunctionTakeaway: If you've been on the fertility journey and feel like you've hit a dead end, exploring mold and mycotoxins could be the breakthrough you've been missing.Resources & Mentions in This Episode:ERMI Test (Environmental Relative Moldiness Index)MicroGen DX sinus swab testingEnvironmental professionals like Michael SchrantzBindings agents, antifungal herbs, detox support strategiesChapters: 0:00 Intro 2:15 Why mold is rarely considered in fertility workups 7:42 How inflammation from mold derails hormones 15:10 Chronic sinus infections & hypothalamus connection 22:55 Mold testing: home & body diagnostics 30:48 Overlap with Lyme and other infections 39:12 Mold's effect on male fertility 48:20 Personalized treatment protocols for complex cases Follow Dr...

As usual, AI slop shownotes. They're all about 30 seconds off due to theme music. Enjoy! The Jacks start in Hong Kong's downpour before unpacking Tasmania's post‑election arithmetic and a machete “amnesty” with bins outside cop shops. They wade through protests, policing, and the far‑right's antics, then dig into the Gareth Ward case and the thorny politics of expulsion. There's a sharp turn into AI copyright fights, family life vs screens, and a listener letter on pilot mental health.Mid‑show is a deep dive on ME/CFS's genetic breakthrough, then a long, unsentimental look at Gaza, Hamas, ceasefires, and who could plausibly govern anything next. Stateside, Tulsi, Brennan, Mueller, and the Epstein files swirl together with youth‑vote and gerrymander chat. They close with sport: Wallabies' best fortnight in ages, a cracking England–India Test, Ashes nerves, AFL chaos at Melbourne, and a quick NRL/Swans CEO note—before ending on a Trader Joe's chicken funeral and a cheeky Ozempic joke.Chapters00:00:00 — Hong Kong's black rainTriple black rain signals; ~300mm in a day at Mid‑Levels.City empties as people stay home; flood photos doing the rounds.00:01:36 — Tasmania's numbers gamePremier commissioned without a majority; Greens won't move no‑confidence.Governor Barbara Baker's “test it on the floor” remark and what's in scope.Labor/Greens maths; low appetite for another poll, but conditions exist.00:05:49 — Bins for blades: the machete “amnesty”Drop‑off slots outside police stations; comparison to firearms amnesties.Media flurries vs actual incident data; last big cluster months ago.00:07:21 — Protests, policing, and the far‑rightSydney Bridge March crowd size; VIPs photographed with Khamenei backdrop.Nazis on Parliament steps in balaclavas; state‑by‑state policing contrasts.Flags, chants, and where police draw the line on intervention.00:14:18 — The Gareth Ward messConviction details; bail, incarceration, and expulsion difficulty.Kiama re‑election as an independent, salary while imprisoned.Appeals, precedent, and public disgust.00:20:20 — Farewells and AI fightsDavid Dale and Col Joy remembered.Productivity Commission's AI stance; artists vs scraping; Zuckerberg's book haul.Peter Garrett's industry savvy; JP Morgan's internal AI rollout.00:26:16 — Kids, screens, and breakfastThe great iPad panic; why we don't judge strangers' mornings.Family meals are good; mind your own business is better.00:28:23 — Mailbag: pilots and mental healthFAA caution vs counselling stigma; past “deliberate crash” cases.Policy that pushes people away from help is bad policy.00:31:10 — ME/CFS: genetics change the storyDecodeME links to immune and nervous system pathways.It's physiological, not psychosomatic; GET/CBT harm for PEM sufferers.RACGP guidance lag vs UK/US updates; a long‑overdue turn.00:37:10 — Gaza, Hamas, and the absence of good options2005 pull‑out, tunnels, aid skimming; ceasefire vs aid corridors.Who could govern Gaza; peacekeepers, UNRWA skepticism, and Hamas reality.Ehud Barak's Qatar funding allegations; elections, starvation, ethics.01:03:21 — US politics: Russiagate reruns and Epstein filesTulsi's evolution; Brennan on TV; Mueller was Trump‑era appointed.“Lock her up” vs AI Obama arrest video; the file‑release calculus.Youth‑vote shifts; Republicans' state‑house gerrymanders.01:21:42 — Media Watch vs SkyThe TikTok immigration clip Sky ran and then pulled.Why mainstream reporting beats cherry‑picked viral outrage.01:24:44 — Sport: a proper weekendWallabies find a game fans can love; Lions tour lifts the code.England–India: great chase, Siraj's spell, and pressure's toll.Ashes preview: Bazball mettle in Aus conditions; pace attack is the key.AFL: Simon Goodwin sacked, Melbourne chaos, Adelaide surging; NRL Panthers steady.Swans appoint Matthew Pavlich CEO.01:36:54 — Chicken funerals and closingA full black‑robed rite in a US supermarket.“Put Ozempic in the water” gag; letters and see‑you‑next‑week.Notable quotes00:00:25 — “We had three black rain signals… 300 mils in a day here at Mid‑Levels.”00:03:31 — “It's not for the governor to be deciding when numbers are tested.”00:06:01 — “Bins outside the police station so miscreants can slide the machete through the slot.”00:08:43 — “They stood on the steps of Parliament and zig‑hiled their way across that protest.”00:14:09 — “Personally, I think let people tell you who they are.”00:18:50 — “He's essentially been convicted of rape… he's going to get a holiday.”00:24:49 — “To boost productivity by 4%, it's decided you just let AI go.”00:33:59 — “It is neurological and immunological. It is not psychiatric.”00:47:42 — “There are no good choices at the moment.”01:25:26 — “The best fortnight for the Wallabies in a very, very long time.”Who and what gets mentionedPeople: Barbara Baker; Jacinta Allan; Bob Carr; Gareth Ward; Chris Minns; Meredith Burgmann; Bruce Learman; David Dale; Col Joy; Peter Garrett; Mark Zuckerberg; Jamie Dimon; Andy Devereaux‑Cook; Ghazi Hamad; Benjamin Netanyahu; Eyal Zamir; Ehud Barak; John Brennan; Tulsi Gabbard; Hillary Clinton; Bill Clinton; Pam Bondi; Prince Andrew; Michael Vaughan; Ricky Ponting; Dave Warner; Joffre Archer; Mark Wood; Simon Goodwin; Brad Green; Matthew Pavlich; Tom Harley; Abby Phillip; Scott Jennings; Van Jones.Places: Hong Kong; Tasmania; Melbourne; Sydney; North Shore; Central; Opera House; Kiama; Silverwater; Gaza; West Bank; Qatar; Egypt; Netherlands; Japan; Texas; California; Massachusetts; Illinois; New York; Maryland; Old Trafford; Perth; The Gabba; Adelaide; San Francisco.Organisations/teams: Greens; Labor; Liberal Party; National Socialist Alliance; IDF; Hezbollah; UNRWA; Palestinian Authority; Hamas; Mossad; BBC; Jerusalem Post; FAA; DecodeME; RACGP; Productivity Commission; Sky News; Media Watch; CIA; Wallabies; Penrith Panthers; Sydney Swans; AFL; NRL; JP Morgan.

Support the Institute today. https://www.nova.edu/give/index.html?area=Institute%20for%20Neuro-Immune%20Medicine&designation=INIM%20Grateful%20Patient%20Fund   When living with ME/CFS or Long COVID, even getting out of bed can feel like running a marathon.  In this episode, Haylie Pomroy sits down with Dr. David Systrom, a Harvard physician and Director of the Advanced Cardiopulmonary Exercise Lab at Brigham and Women's Hospital to talk about exercise intolerance for people with chronic illnesses and why so many patients are left without answers. Dr. Systrom shares findings from invasive cardiopulmonary exercise testing and explains why traditional tests often miss what patients are actually experiencing. They dig into post-viral illness, mitochondrial dysfunction, dysautonomia, and the promise of clinical trials that could lead to more compassionate and targeted care. Tune in to the Hope and Help for Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast - Advancements in ME/CFS and Long COVID Care. Dr. David Systrom, MD.  is the Director of the Advanced Cardiopulmonary Exercise Laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School. His work focuses on uncovering the mechanisms of exercise intolerance and helping build more precise, effective treatments for patients with ME/CFS and Long COVID. Want to help advance research in ME/CFS and Long COVID? You may be eligible to join The LIFT Trial and the Mitochondrial Muscle Study.   Reach out to: Johanna Squires, Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator  Email: jsquires1@bwh.harvard.edu   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    Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others. You can also catch this show on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@NSU_INIM   Sign up today for our newsletter. https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InstituteForNeuroImmuneMedicine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM

You treated the mold. You killed the Lyme. You cleaned up your diet. So why are you still sick? In this episode of Medical Disruptors, Dr. E talks with psychiatrist and researcher Dr. Eleanor Stein—who spent nearly three decades navigating ME/CFS, Lyme disease, and chemical sensitivities before uncovering the missing link: the brain. They dive into the Cell Danger Response, a survival mechanism where your mitochondria shut down when the body senses a threat, and don't restart until they feel safe again. It's not enough to remove the trigger. If your nervous system is still sounding the alarm, your symptoms will stay stuck. Dr. Stein explains how chronic pain, fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and hypersensitivity get wired into the brain—and how neuroplasticity allows them to be unwired. This isn't mindset work. It's hard science. Brain-level healing based on decades of research—and her own lived experience. If you've been told your labs are “normal,” dismissed by specialists, or left wondering what you're missing, this conversation connects the dots. Healing is still possible. Not by doing more, but by helping your body feel safe enough to stop surviving and start healing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At my sickest, I couldn't leave the house most days. Over 10 years later, I can have full days out without even thinking about it. This is a small part of my real, unfiltered story of living with chronic illness—the struggles with getting diagnosed, what finally started to help, and the hard truths about healing that no one talks about.In this video, I share:Why I stopped chasing diagnoses after being gaslit by doctorsThe role of pharmaceutical medication in my healing journeyWhat trauma work actually is (and isn't)The truth about neuroplastic pain and medical gaslightingHow I went from housebound to living a full lifeI talk honestly about low-dose naltrexone, ketotifen, functional medicine, and why healing isn't a one-size-fits-all journey. If you're struggling with chronic pain, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, or just feeling lost in the medical system, this might resonate with you.Chronic Pain & Illness IntensivesIf you're ready to work on changing your relationship with chronic pain while still taking proper medical care of yourself, I offer 1:1 intensives over 2-3 days. Apply for an intensive here: https://forms.gle/3Xv6jFcTroX7fbpEA

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-440 Overview: Explore current and emerging treatments for myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), a debilitating condition with no known cause or cure. Learn how oxaloacetate may offer new hope for patients struggling with ME/CFS, and gain practical guidance to support informed, evidence-based conversations with your patients. Episode resource links: Cash A, Vernon SD, Rond C, Bateman L, et al. RESTORE ME: a RCT of oxaloacetate for improving fatigue in patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome. Front Neurol. 2024 Nov 27;15:1483876.  Cash A, Kaufman DL. Oxaloacetate Treatment For Mental And Physical Fatigue In Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long-COVID fatigue patients: a non-randomized controlled clinical trial. J Transl Med. 2022 Jun 28;20(1):295.  CDC ME/CFS Basics Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP   Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com