Hope and Help For Fatigue & Chronic Illness

Jeff Cournoyer, a sports physiologist at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, delves into the intersection of sports physiology and chronic illness. He highlights the delicate balance between activity and recovery for those with chronic fatigue. Discussing tools like the VO2 max test, Jeff explains how understanding metabolic processes can aid in creating personalized exercise regimens. He emphasizes the need for tailored approaches to exercise in managing conditions like long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome, promoting resilience and improved health outcomes.

Dr. Leonard Jason, a psychology professor at DePaul University and expert in community research, shares his insights on post-viral illnesses like Long COVID and post-exertional malaise (PEM). He explains the differences between general fatigue and PEM, highlighting the urgent need for research and awareness. The conversation emphasizes holistic recovery strategies focusing on nutrition, lifestyle, and patient empowerment. Dr. Jason advocates for a personalized approach to managing these complex health issues, underscoring the importance of community support in the healing journey.

Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   Can stem cell therapy help repair a fatigued immune system?   Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, an immunology expert and Chief Development and Scientific Officer at TheBioBox & RESTEM, explains how regenerative treatments, such as stem cell therapy, can restore immune function, discussing their potential to reverse age-related decline and balance the immune system after an illness or injury.   Haylie Pomroy and Dr. Gonzalez also discuss the concept of immune system fatigue and its implications for chronic illnesses like chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and Long COVID. Theyalso explore the ongoing clinical trials, including studies on autoimmune diseases and the potential of cell therapy in managing autoimmune disorders.   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   Learn more about INIM’s Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html   —-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html   Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, a Ph.D. graduate in Anatomy and Neurobiology from the University of California, Irvine, is dedicated to aiding those with degenerative disorders. He leads the development of clinical stem cell applications for various ailments and trauma. With multiple investigational new drug applications and expertise in immune-based therapies, he is highly respected in regenerative medicine. Through publications and global teaching engagements, Dr. Gonzalez shares insights on age-related disorders and the role of cell therapeutics in health maintenance.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafael-gonzalez-6026672a/   #stemcelltherapy #regenerativemedicine #stemcells #slowaging #antiaging  

If you or a loved one is 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   In case you missed it, Dr. Nancy Klimas and Retired Sergeant First Class Jimmy Arocho joined host Haylie Pomroy to discuss Gulf War Illness's lasting impact on veterans. Dr. Klimas detailed the toxic exposures during the Gulf War, such as pesticides, sarin gas, and oil fires, leading to chronic illnesses in a third of the deployed US veterans. Jimmy Arocho shared his firsthand experiences and the awareness of these health hazards among ex-soldiers. His journey from a veteran to an advocate for Gulf War Illness sufferers highlights the difficulties in diagnosis and treatment. Jimmy Arocho also brought up the PACT Act's role in supporting affected veterans and the ongoing research and treatment efforts at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine.  —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   This podcast is brought to you by the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. Learn more about us here. Website: https://www.nova.edu/nim/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NSU_INIM/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NSU_INIM TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html   Dr. Nancy Klimas with 40 years of experience, is renowned for her work in multi-symptom disorders like ME/CFS, Gulf War illness, fibromyalgia, and Long COVID. She leads the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine and is a Professor at the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Previously at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine for 30 years, she now contributes significantly to research and education in her field, focusing on innovative treatments and training the next generation of clinicians and scientists.   LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-klimas-49255178    Jimmy Arocho is an experienced professional in strategic management of Information Technologies and Telecommunications, with a focus on Healthcare Information Management Applications. His career spans roles in project management, network administration, and customer service across various sectors including business, education, and government.   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-arocho-9b63395    #GulfWarIllness #veteranhealthcare #clinicalresearch  

Sign up for the COVID-UPP Study: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=RMEDJ7LKCX&_gl=1*1h830h7*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   In this episode, Dr. Annie Lin and Haylie Pomroy discuss their personal journeys into nutrition, emphasizing the role of food as medicine in managing inflammation and chronic diseases. Nutrition plays a big role in maintaining health and managing chronic illnesses. It also affects how our bodies work, controls our weight, and helps prevent diseases. People with chronic illnesses, such as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), Gulf War Illness, and Long COVID, can use nutrition as a way to alleviate symptoms and improve overall health. Tune in to this episode as they discuss the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among medical providers to give patients the best care possible.    If you or a loved one is interested in a Gulf War Illness study, sign up here: https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*6br56j*_gcl_au*MTM2NDA0MTQyOS4xNzE1MDA0ODAy   Learn more about INIM’s Research Studies: https://www.nova.edu/nim/research-studies/index.html Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others. 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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html Dr. Annie Lin is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist focusing on integrative and functional nutrition approaches for optimizing health and addressing root causes of clinical imbalances. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health and Master of Science in Applied Nutrition from the University of New England. With a background in functional nutrition, sociology, and teaching, she also advocates social and food justice. Empowering youth and adults to use food as medicine and connection is her passion. She enjoys reading, traveling, gardening, and spending time with her family.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annielin1   #nutrition #foodasmedicine #inflammation  

Watch Dr. Theoharides’ exclusive talk on “Mast Cell Over-Activation And How It Affects Our Mind And Body Well-Being” https://youtu.be/xEX9PhdFh1g   Is “brain fog” real? Dr. Theoharides Theoharides explains the truth. Joined by Haylie Pomroy. Dr. Theoharides discusses the link between brain fog and various medical conditions, such as myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), traumatic brain injury, and viral infections, including COVID-19. Brain fog manifests as cognitive decline, including forgetfulness, difficulty finding words, and difficulty processing information. While it’s a common issue among people dealing with chronic illness, health practitioners are concerned how this symptom manifests in so many people, regardless of age, fitness, and health level. Dr. Theoharis C. Theoharides is a prominent professor at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) and previously at Tufts School of Medicine. His research focuses on neuroinflammation, particularly the role of mast cells in conditions like autism spectrum disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, and Long-COVID syndrome. With numerous awards, over 486 publications, and 37 patents, Dr. Theoharides is a leading expert in his field. Additionally, he has developed unique supplements containing flavonoids aimed at promoting health and wellness.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theoharis-theoharides-ms-phd-md-faaaai-67123735   Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   Enjoy our show? Please leave a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html   #brainfog #neuroinflammation #chronicillness  

If you or a loved one is interested in joining a Gulf War Illness (GWI) study/trial, please complete the Recruitment Registry Form. https://redcap.nova.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=Y9YF8JJWJRK8HEKL%20&_gl=1*1plljqo*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3MDc5MTgwMzIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNyUXVfcXFoQU1WU1pCYUJSM3AyQWRBRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0s1NWZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTg2NjgwMDQ4Ni4xNzA3MTQwNzgx   In this episode, Haylie Pomroy is joined by 1st Lt. Dan Rice, a United States Army Veteran who uses his own experiences to help other veterans improve their health. They discuss the unique nutritional needs of military personnel, particularly those dealing with chronic illnesses such as Gulf War Illness. Together, they explore the health issues our servicemen face, including poor nutrition during and after their service and the critical role of proper nourishment in repairing their slowed metabolism. 1st Lt. Dan Rice also shares how his career  and his late wife's impact have shaped his current focus on using food as medicine. He emphasizes how nutritional plans can be customized to help veterans overcome their unique health challenges. 1st Lt. Daniel Rice is a nutritional coach and military veteran who uses his own experiences to help other veterans improve their health through nutrition. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by veterans, he emphasizes the healing power of food. Daniel provides personalized coaching to help veterans make healthy dietary choices, enhancing their physical and mental well-being. His approach is empathetic and dedicated, focusing on guiding veterans through the demands of military life and their transition to civilian life. Daniel is committed to supporting veterans in achieving optimal health and longevity through the power of nutrition. If you are interested in scheduling a meeting with Dan, please email him at Dan.Rice60@yahoo.com —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d   Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim   Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html   #GulfWarIllness #nutrition #veterans #chronicillness  

Jaime Seltzer, an expert in chronic illness care and patient advocacy, joins Haylie Pomroy, a specialist in nutrition and wellness, to tackle the complexities of ME/CFS and Long COVID. They discuss the vital role of patient-reported symptoms in securing accurate diagnoses and highlight the lack of understanding among healthcare providers. Key topics include innovative management strategies, the impacts of viral infections, and the importance of pacing and individualized care. Their conversation underscores the pressing need for education and compassion in chronic illness treatment.

In this week’s episode, host Haylie Pomroy is joined by Irina Rozenfeld, a board-certified nurse practitioner, to talk about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), its effects on the body and working with clinicians to find the right treatment. The heart rate of individuals with POTS, when moving upright, elevates up to 30-40 beats per minute, depending on age. Patients can also experience tachycardia (Racing heart), Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), orthostatic intolerance, and hypotension.  A healthy body should be able to adapt to posture changes. But POTS causes its patients’ heart rate to go up and blood pressure to drop. It also goes with symptoms of other chronic diseases, such as diabetes and anemia Tune in as we bring you hope and help in dealing with POTS. We at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine are eager to help you transform body dysregulation into wellness.   Irina Rozenfeld is a Doctor of Nursing at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. She is also an Assistant Professor at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. Irina worked for over 20 years as a physician assistant in Russia before joining INIM, where she focused on myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic infections, vector-borne illnesses, metabolic syndrome, chronic pain, environmental issues, detoxification, and auto-immune diseases.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-rozenfeld-413a4028/  —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d    Enjoy our show? Please leave us a 5-star review so we can bring hope and help to others.   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  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim    Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html    #POTS #chronicillness #treatment #diagnosis  

Translational research is now a key player in advancing studies for Gulf War Illness. In this episode, Dr. Amanpreet Cheema, Program Director of Research Operations at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, discusses how the experts and researchers at the Institute effectively collaborate to translate scientific discoveries into real-world solutions for Gulf War Illness.  Joined by Haylie Pomroy, Dr. Cheema also explores the ongoing research and initiatives addressing health issues affecting Gulf War veterans. They also discuss studies involving Bacopa monnieri, glutamate, N-acetyl cysteine, and B-cell suppression, aiming to help veterans and individuals heal from chronic illness symptoms. Dr. Amanpreet Cheema, PhD, is the Director of Office of Clinical Research at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine. With a background in nutritional biochemistry, she focuses on identifying natural products and nutraceuticals as potential therapies for complex illnesses. Dr. Cheema oversees clinical research development and operations, having previously coordinated operations for a multi-site consortium. She also serves as vice chair on NSU's Institutional Review Board and holds an Assistant Professor position at INIM, Department of Nutrition Science. Her research aims to create profiles of complex illnesses based on nutrition and disease symptomatology, facilitating patient subgrouping and identifying disease targets. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanpreet-cheema-phd-ms-55037158/ —------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter. 👉 https://nova.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=419072c88a85f355f15ab1257&id=5e03a4de7d 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 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 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nsu_inim Your support goes a long way toward the advancement of clinical research. Donate here. 👉 https://www.nova.edu/nim/donations.html