Doctors Reveal How They Heal Their Autoimmune Disease
Apr 1, 2024
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Dr. Terry Wahls, a physician specializing in functional medicine, discusses her journey in treating multiple sclerosis through the Wahls Protocol. Dr. Cynthia Li shares her personal battles with autoimmunity and the insights gained from her experiences. They explore the triggers of inflammation, such as stress and diet, and emphasize the importance of a nutrient-dense diet in managing autoimmune diseases. The conversation highlights innovative dietary interventions and the need for a holistic approach to healing, advocating for better doctor-patient connections.
Nutrient-dense diet crucial for health; lab test portal streamlines orders; mitochondrial replacement enhances performance.
Disease links to nutrition and toxins; holistic approach to healthcare; dietary and lifestyle interventions improve MS.
Gut health vital in managing inflammation; functional medicine empowers individuals to reverse diseases holistically.
Deep dives
The Importance of a Nutrient-Dense Diet and Effortless Lab Testing
Having a nutrient-dense diet was highlighted as a key factor in health, with a dietitian noting exceptional nutrient density in a patient's diet. Additionally, a convenient portal for ordering and managing lab tests was introduced, streamlining the process and ensuring simplified billing.
Improving Fitness Through Mitochondrial Replacement
The role of mitochondrial replacement in enhancing cellular energy, muscle strength, and endurance was emphasized. A supplement called My2Pure was endorsed for its ability to replace tired mitochondria with newer, efficient ones, leading to improved physical performance.
The Impact of Going Back to Basics in Understanding Disease Development
Delving into the fundamentals of disease development, such as cellular repair and injury, was highlighted. The shift towards viewing diseases as outcomes of complex factors like nutrition and environmental toxins was discussed, emphasizing a more holistic approach to healthcare.
The Transformational Power of Dietary and Lifestyle Interventions in Treating MS
The podcast episode showcased the transformative impact of dietary and lifestyle interventions in treating multiple sclerosis (MS). Through studies and personal experiences, it was demonstrated how comprehensive approaches including diet, stress reduction, and exercise can lead to improvements in symptoms, quality of life, and overall health for individuals with MS.
The Role of Microbiome in Multiple Sclerosis
The podcast explores the significant connection between the microbiome and multiple sclerosis (MS), emphasizing the impact on inflammation. The microbiome influences immune tone, inflammatory molecule production, and the activation of immune cells in the brain, affecting the progression of MS. Dr. Terry Wahls discusses how gut health plays a crucial role in managing inflammation and rebuilding damaged myelin, highlighting the importance of diet in influencing the microbiome.
Healing Journey and Functional Medicine Approach
The episode delves into the personal healing journey of Dr. Terry Wahls and the transformative power of functional medicine. By sharing her struggles with illness and recovery, she emphasizes the significance of behavior change, group support, and the effectiveness of the Wahls Protocol in reversing diseases. The conversation underscores the holistic principles of functional medicine, addressing root causes of illnesses, and empowering individuals to take charge of their health through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and emotional wellbeing.
As a whole, autoimmune disease affects over 80 million Americans and five percent of the population in Western countries. They include type 1 diabetes, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, colitis, Crohn’s disease, and dozens of others. While your body is designed to fight off harmful things like infections, toxins, allergens, or a stress response, with autoimmune issues the body directs a hostile attack on its own joints, brain, skin, and more.
In this episode, Dr. Hyman speaks with Dr. Cynthia Li and Dr. Terry Wahls about their personal stories of working through autoimmunity and how it led them to help others using Functional Medicine. They also dive into the underlying triggers of inflammation such as stress, hidden infections, food allergies or sensitivities, toxic exposure, genetic predisposition, nutrient deficiencies, and leaky gut.
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