
Terry Wahls
Physician specializing in autoimmune diseases and the role of diet in their management. Shares insights on the Wahls Protocol and its benefits.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 6min
How to Know if Gluten is Driving Your Inflammation, Autoimmunity, Migraines, and More
Maggie Ward, an expert in gluten sensitivity, and Dr. Terry Wahls, a physician specializing in autoimmune diseases, delve into the hidden health risks of gluten. They discuss how modern grains can exacerbate inflammation and autoimmune conditions, challenging the belief that grains are essential for health. The conversation emphasizes the benefits of gluten elimination, the significance of nutrient-dense diets, and exploring healthier alternatives like ancient grains. They also highlight the importance of greens and colorful foods in supporting overall wellness.

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Dec 15, 2022 • 2h 2min
3 Superfoods That Support Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Terry Wahls
This episode is brought to you by WHOOP and Inside Tracker. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Terry Wahls to discuss the top foods and lifestyle factors that support and damage our mitochondria. Dr. Wahls shares how she healed herself from secondary progressive multiple sclerosis using the principles of Functional Medicine.Dr. Wahls is an Institute for Functional Medicine certified practitioner and clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. She is the author of The Wahls Protocol and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life. She has conducted several clinical trials, coauthored 24 scientific publications, and is pioneering a way to make her protocol more accessible by making it available online to the public. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Wahls talk about the damage processed foods cause for people’s health and the environment. They discuss Dr. Wahls’ story, and how The Wahls Protocol inspired clinical research that has helped thousands of people reclaim their health. In this episode, we dive into: - The top three superfoods that Dr. Wahls uses regularly and includes in her Wahls Protocol to supercharge mitochondrial health (2:14)- The top three foods that are damaging our mitochondrial health (19:10)- The role sugar plays in our mitochondrial health (26:10)- Lifestyle factors that help and hurt our mitochondria (27:46)- How and what toxins poison our mitochondria (31:36)- Dr. Wahls’ illness and how she discovered the role her mitochondria played (50:47)- The biggest changes Dr. Wahls made to her diet on her healing journey (1:08:26)- Remarkable stories of patients following the Wahls Protocol (1:23:21)- Who might not benefit from eating plant fiber (1:40:10) Also mentioned in this episode:The Wahls ProtocolBristol Stool ChartFor more on Dr. Wahls, follow her on Instagram @drterrywahls and through her website, terrywahls.com.WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker and health coaching platform that monitors your physiology 24/7 and provides personalized recommendations based on what your body needs. To get yours, go to https://www.join.whoop.com and get 15% off your membership with code DHRU15.InsideTracker provides detailed nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on your individual needs. Right now, they’re offering my podcast community 20% off. Just go to https://www.insidetracker.com/DHRU to get your discount and try it out for yourself.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nov 21, 2022 • 1h 35min
TMHS 636: How to Reverse Multiple Sclerosis & Defend Your Body Against Autoimmune Diseases – with Dr. Terry Wahls
The immune system is one of the most powerful, complex systems in your body. Its critical role is to protect the body from harmful invaders like viruses and bacteria. An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system misfires, attacking the very cells it is intended to protect. The range of autoimmune diseases is vast, and they can affect different organs and systems in the body. Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a progressive autoimmune disease that attacks the body’s central nervous system. In severe cases, MS can cause debilitating symptoms such as blindness, paralysis, and neurodegeneration. Today’s guest, Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine, a clinical researcher, speaker, and bestselling author. She is also a patient with a diagnosis of secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. Dr. Wahls has an incredible story of alleviating MS symptoms, regaining mobility, and helping others with progressive diagnoses and autoimmune diseases. On this episode, she’s sharing her personal story plus tons of information about autoimmunity, mitochondria, nutritional changes for restoring your health, and so much more. Grateful and excited to share this conversation with Dr. Terry Wahls! In this episode you’ll discover: How many Americans have been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. What multiple sclerosis is. The wide variety of symptoms that can be caused by MS. How changing her diet improved Dr. Wahls’ health. The role mitochondria play in progressive diseases. Three factors that contribute to the development of autoimmune diseases. How environmental factors can increase your risk for autoimmunity. Why diet is an important factor in immune function. The one lifestyle change that radically improved Dr. Wahls’ disease progression. An important connection between the microbiome, gut health, and immunity. What mitochondrial dysfunction is. How environmental toxins and factors can lead to mitochondrial damage. Specific foods to include to prevent or alleviate autoimmune symptoms. The three main foods that can be a trigger for autoimmune disease. How to incorporate organ meats (& their benefits!) Why loneliness & lack of connection are major disease contributors. An empowering way to think about a diagnosis. Why health is a nonstop journey. Details about Dr. Wahls’ upcoming clinical trial for MS patients. Items mentioned in this episode include: Onnit.com/model -- Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools! PaleoValley.com/model -- Use code MODEL at checkout for 15% off! Clinical Trial Screening – The Efficacy of Diet on Quality of Life in MS -- Take the survey! The Wahls Protocol by Dr. Terry Wahls The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life by Dr. Terry Wahls Connect with Dr. Terry Wahls Website / Facebook / Instagram Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes: Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud *Download Transcript

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Nov 23, 2022 • 26min
Mapping Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Terry Wahls #361
Dr. Terry Wahls, a leading expert in Multiple Sclerosis, shares her insights into this complex condition. She delves into the intertwined roles of genetics, infections, and lifestyle factors in managing MS. Dr. Wahls emphasizes the power of dietary adjustments and the significance of psychological well-being. She offers practical advice on making gradual dietary changes within families and stresses the importance of balancing medication with lifestyle modifications for optimal health outcomes. Prepare for a fascinating dive into the realities of MS management!

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Jan 30, 2024 • 50min
Can DIET fix MS? (amazing story) | EP 288
Dr. Terry Wahls, who overcame Multiple Sclerosis through diet and lifestyle changes, discusses groundbreaking research on MS and autoimmune conditions. Topics include the success rate of using diet to treat autoimmune patients, the importance of early intervention, alternative treatment options, and the benefits of eating vegetables.