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Oct 16, 2019 • 1h 17min

Episode #106: Bartonella and MCAS with Dr. Tania Dempsey, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Bartonella and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, the role they play in chronic illness, and options for addressing them. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Tania Dempsey. Tania Dempsey, MD received her MD from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and her BS degree from Cornell University. She completed her Residency at NYU Medical Center / Bellevue Hospital and then served as an attending physician at a large multi-specialty medical practice in White Plains, NY, before opening Armonk Integrative Medicine. Dr. Dempsey combines primary care treatment and integrative medicine with particular focus on thyroid dysfunction, autoimmune disease, hormonal imbalances, vitamin deficiencies, food sensitivities, and weight management. She is an active staff member of Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich, Connecticut. She is a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) and the American College of Physicians and holds a certificate in Vanguard Endocrinology. Dr. Dempsey has been featured on Fox News, Harpers Bazaar, Readers Digest, Clean Plates, Prevention, SHAPE Magazine and countless other media outlets. Key Takeaways: What are the vectors for Bartonella transmission? What are the hallmark symptoms of Bartonella infection? Is Bartonella more common and more devastating than Lyme itself? How does Bartonella impact the neurological system and result in symptoms that may appear to be mental and emotional? What testing approach has been most helpful for identifying Bartonella? What is the role of Bartonella in autoimmunity and in conditions such as PANS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, POTS, dysautonomia, insulin resistance, and Type 1 diabetes? What is the connection between Bartonella and MCAS? What is MCAS, and how does it impact the body? How common is MCAS in the general population and in the chronically ill population? What are the best tools to test for the presence of MCAS? What is the QEESI, and how do MCAS and MCS overlap? What is the role of the vagus nerve in MCAS? How does one detoxify the body if toxins themselves lead to mast cell activation? Is CIRS a mast cell activation syndrome induced by mold? How is MCAS treated? What is the role of genetic and epigenetics in MCAS? What is the role of neuroplasticity or limbic system retraining in MCAS? Connect With My Guest: http://DrTaniaDempsey.com Interview Date: October 15, 2019 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode106. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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Sep 20, 2019 • 1h 12min

Episode #105: Essential Oils with Jodi Cohen

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the use of essential oils in supporting health recovery and health optimization. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Jodi Cohen. Jodi Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, busy mom, loyal friend, and unshakable cheerleader dedicated to helping you and your family regain vibrant health. She is the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils where she combines her training in nutritional therapy and aromatherapy to create unique proprietary blends of organic and wild-crafted essential oils. Her journey to essential oils began with her own health struggles when anxiety, depression, and exhaustion led her to being barely able to function. Simple tasks like answering the phone or doing laundry were completely overwhelming. Jodi has helped over 50,000 clients heal from brain-related challenges including anxiety, insomnia, and autoimmunity. She had tried intense restrictive diets, expensive supplements, and all sorts of therapies. These helped a little, but very little. She was constantly treading water and barely stating afloat, but not improving. Her protocols kept her from drowning, but never pulled her out of the deep water. Everything shifted when a friend gifted her a box of essential oils with an assurance that they would help. She began formulating essential oil blends based on her knowledge of physiology. Her first was to support her own exhausted adrenal glands and within minutes she felt like herself for the first time in months. She finally had a life vest. Eventually, friends and clients tested the formulations with similar success. As the author of the #1 Bestselling book, Healing with Essential Oils, Jodi was inspired to educate clinicians and individuals after personally experiencing the profound physical and mental benefits that essential oils could deliver. For the past ten years, Jodi has worked closely with healthcare practitioners - including MDs, NDs, nurse practitioners, chiropractors, acupuncturists, health coaches, nutritionists and yoga instructors - to discover the best essential oil protocols in clinical practice to support underlying imbalances that often lead to disease, including supporting sleep, stress, digestion, inflammation, detoxification, and blood-sugar imbalances. Key Takeaways: What are essential oils? How are essential oils administered? Are there vibrational properties to essential oils? How might oils be used to support mental and emotional health, including anxiety and depression? Can essential oils help support the adrenal glands? How might essential oils be used to optimize our external environment in terms of mold or EMF exposure? Do essential oils support improving sleep? Can essential oils be used to assist the body in detoxifying? How might essential oils be used in addressing MCAS and reducing systemic inflammation? Can essential oils be used to modulate the immune system? Is there a role for essential oils in supporting dysbiosis and SIBO? Can the health of the vagus nerve be optimized through the use of the oils? How might essential oils be helpful in those dealing with Lyme disease, co-infections, and biofilms? What role might oils play in supporting fatigue, hypercoagulation, endocrine function, blood sugar, and dental health? Connect With My Guest: http://VibrantBlueOils.com Related Resources: Parasympathetic Checklist Interview Date: September 19, 2019 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode105. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of VibrantBlueOils.com. 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.
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Sep 3, 2019 • 1h 35min

Episode #104: Indoor Environmental Quality with Michael Schrantz, CIEC, CMI, ABI, BPI-BA/EP

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of Indoor Environmental Quality in recovering from chronic illness and optimizing health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Michael Schrantz. Michael Schrantz, CIEC, CMI, ABI, BPI-BA/EP is the Founder and operator of Environmental Analytics, LCC, a comprehensive indoor environmental quality consulting company that covers a wide range of environmental assessments for the residential, commercial, and medical sectors. Mike has over 22 years of active indoor environmental quality & building science experience. He has been involved in over 4300 related projects expanding across the globe. His work includes identification of harmful indoor environmental contaminants, publication of spore trap analysis and MSQ-PCR methods, the co-authoring of remediation and prevention protocols, and countless hours in consulting efforts for thousands of clients around the world. He is a Council-certified Indoor Environmental Consultant (CIEC), a Council-certified Microbial Investigator (CMI), an Asbestos Building Inspector (ABI), and a Building Professional Institute-Building Analyst/Envelope Professional (BPI-BA/EP). He is on the board of the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI). He is on the Indoor Environmental Professionals Panel of SurvivingMold.com. He works with clients dealing with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS), Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS), Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD). He is the host of IEP Radio where he "connects the dots between your health and home". Key Takeaways: What is an IEP and the scope of their work? What screening tests can be done before contacting an IEP? What are the ERMI and HERTSMI-2? Do the ERMI and HERTSMI-2 paint an accurate picture? What is the best way to collect samples for the ERMI/HERTSMI-2? Is there value in testing the environment for mycotoxins? What does a "boots on the ground" inspection consist of? What is the impact of outside mold levels on indoor mold testing interpretation? Can personal belongings be salvaged? Do remediations work or is moving a better option? What is the contribution of an HVAC system or related ducting to poor indoor air quality? Can fogging solutions or essential oils be appropriate tools? What is the role of limbic system retraining in creating a better host-environment relationship? Connect With My Guest: http://EnvironmentalAnalytics.net http://IEPRadio.com Related Resources: ISEAI Interview Date: September 3, 2019 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode104. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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Aug 14, 2019 • 1h 7min

Episode #103: AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine with Dr. Simon Yu, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the "AcciDental Blow Up In Medicine" and the importance of exploring parasites, fungi, and dental issues in regaining optimal health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Simon Yu. Simon Yu, MD is a board-certified internist who founded Prevention and Healing, Inc., to offer integrative medicine to patients from St. Louis, across the nation, and around the world. His two books, AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine: Battle Plan for Your Life (2019), and Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients (2010), give unique insights from his work at Prevention and Healing; learning Eastern, Western and innovative medical technologies; and 25 years in the US Army Reserve Medical Corps, from which he retired as a full colonel. Dr. Yu received his medical degree from the School of Medicine at the University of Missouri-Columbia and completed residency training at St. Mary's Health Center in St. Louis. He has a B.S. from Washington University and an M.S. through a Washington University Medical Center-University of Missouri-St. Louis joint program, where he conducted research on Immunology. He is a leader in detecting and treating dental, fungal, and parasite problems overlooked by conventional medicine. Dr. Yu lectures around the world and has studied Biological Medicine extensively in Europe. He organized ten International Integrative Medicine Conferences in St. Louis. Dr. Yu trains physicians, dentists and prescribing health professionals in Acupuncture Meridian Assessment (AMA), an updated, digitized method that provides forensic insights into problems underlying many chronic illnesses. AMA can be used to detect and monitor treatment of parasite and fungal problems, hidden dental infections, immune and toxicity reactions to dental and medical device metals and chemicals, and the growing epidemic of allergy-immunology problems. Key Takeaways: How is recovering health similar to approaches used in the military? What are top strategies for addressing root causes of disease? What is Acupuncture Meridian Assessment? What is the role of environmental toxins and the terrain in health challenges? Are most parasites an issue of the GI tract? Can parasites be treated with natural medicine or are prescription medications required? What are the latest thoughts on rope worms? Why are fungi so difficult to get rid of and often require a multi-faceted treatment approach? Are binders and antifungals helpful? Do parasites and fungi play a role in cancer? What role do root canals and cavitations play in illness? What role does Lyme disease play in those with chronic conditions? How are autism, ALS, SIBO/SIFO, Morgellons and other conditions approached? Connect With My Guest: http://PreventionAndHealing.com Related Resources: AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine: Battle Plan for Your Life Accidental Cure: Extraordinary Medicine for Extraordinary Patients Interview Date: August 14, 2019 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode103. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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Jul 18, 2019 • 1h 20min

Episode #102: Frequency Specific Microcurrent with Dr. Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Frequency Specific Microcurrent and how FSM is used in optimizing health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr Carolyn McMakin. Carolyn McMakin MA, DC is the clinical director of the Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Clinic of Portland, Oregon. She developed Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) in 1995 and began teaching FSM courses in 1997. In addition to maintaining a part time clinical practice, she teaches seminars on the use of FSM in the United States, Australia, Europe and the Middle East. She has lectured at the National Institutes of Health and at medical conferences in the US, England, Ireland, and Australia on the subjects of Fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome, Fibromyalgia associated with cervical spine trauma, and on the differential diagnosis and treatment of pain and pain syndromes and sports injuries. Her peer-reviewed publications include papers on the FSM-induced changes in inflammatory cytokines and substance P seen with FSM treatment of Fibromyalgia associated with spine trauma, treatment of pain in the head, neck and face, and low back caused by myofascial trigger points, delayed onset muscle soreness, shingles, and neuropathic pain. She consults with various NFL and MLB teams and players on the use of Frequency Specific Microcurrent in the treatment of sports injuries. Her textbook Frequency Specific Microcurrent in Pain Management was published in 2010. Her book The Resonance Effect was released in March 2017 and describes how FSM was developed and provides case reports and frequency protocols for the visceral uses of FSM. Key Takeaways: What are frequency and resonance? What are some of the conditions that FSM can help a person with? What role might FSM play in SIBO, Ehlers-Danlos, and MCAS? How does FSM impact ATP production? Can FSM influence gene expression? How might FSM benefit those dealing with traumatic brain injuries or concussion? How might FSM play a role in supporting detoxification? Can FSM be used to support those dealing with interstitial cystitis? Is Shingles responsive to FSM therapy? How does FSM affect the limbic system and the vagus nerve? How might FSM be used as a "rebooting" strategy? Connect With My Guest: http://TheResonanceEffect.com Interview Date: July 17, 2019 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode102. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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Jul 2, 2019 • 1h 22min

Episode #101: Heme Dysregulation and Secondary Porphyria with Beth O'Hara

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about heme dysregulation and secondary porphyria. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Beth O'Hara. Beth O'Hara is a Functional Naturopath, specializing in complex chronic health conditions related to Mast Cell Activation and Subclinical Porphyria, including Mold Toxicity, Detoxification, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Histamine Intolerance, and Chemical Sensitivities. She is the founder of Mast Cell 360, a Functional Naturopathy Practice designed to look at all factors surrounding health conditions – genetic, biochemical, mental, emotional, social, and environmental. She is a doctoral candidate in Functional Naturopathy through the New Eden School of Natural Health. She also holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor's in Physiological Psychology, She is certified in Functional Genomic Analysis and has training through Functional Medicine University. She is a Research Adviser for the Nutrigenetic Research Institute. She presents at Functional Medicine Conferences and presented at the 2018 Functional Genomics Conference on How Genetic Weaknesses and Functional Dysregulation of the Heme Pathway Can Affect Health. Beth has had to overcome her own difficult health challenges and was once bedridden with severe chronic illness. Her road to health was rocky, with few people able to understand her health issues. She was told frequently by health care providers that there was nothing that could be done for her, but she never accepted this. She eventually discovered how to regain her health through discovering Functional Naturopathic approaches, Functional Genetic Analysis, and Parasympathetic Nervous System balancing. As she healed, she became a passionate advocate for those who fall through the cracks in traditional healthcare, developing the Mast Cell 360 Functional Naturopathic Process. She developed her practice to be the kind of practice those with chronic illness need; one where they are seen and heard and get results in regaining their own health. She focuses on discovering the unique root factors underlying each client's illness, utilizing comprehensive genetic interpretation, symptom and health history, and lab analysis as well as providing emotional support for the journey. Key Takeaways: What are heme and heme dysregulation? What is secondary porphyria? What is the process of creating heme and why is it important? How are KPU and porphyria related? What are common symptoms of secondary porphyria? How does glycine impact heme production? What are the key items that stress heme production and lead to secondary porphyria? What testing is available for exploring the existence of porphyria? How is secondary porphyria treated? Connect With My Guest: http://MastCell360.com Interview Date: July 2, 2019 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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Jun 21, 2019 • 1h 31min

Episode #100: The EMF Guy with Nick Pineault

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the health implications of EMF exposure and solutions for mitigating them. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Nick Pineault. Nick "The EMF Guy" Pineault is an Investigative Health Journalist and #1 bestselling author of The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs. He is a down-to-earth and passionate health journalist who has published more than 1,500 online articles through a daily newsletter called Nick & Gen's Healthy Life. Through his unconventional approach blending humor and common sense, he's becoming a leading voice on the topic of electromagnetic pollution and a personal advisor to the top functional medicine doctors in the world. His work is based on more than 500 scientific references, and the latest work of dozens of PhDs, MDs and EMF experts including Dr. Martin Pall, Dr. Martin Blank, Dr. Magda Havas, Dr. Olle Johansson, Dr. Devra Davis, and many, many more. He's also launched the Electrosmog Rx online course in collaboration with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, with the goal of educating 100,000 health professionals worldwide on how to help patients address EMF-related symptoms and minimize their EMF exposure. His mission is to sift through the research to help find legitimate health solutions and teach us something new every day. Key Takeaways: What are EMFs and the different types that need consideration? What are the symptoms of EMF hypersensitivity? How common is sensitivity to EMFs? Do EMFs impact children and animals? Why are smart meters not the number one concern? How do EMFs impact our mitochondria and our microbiome? What is the connection between EMFs and heavy metals? Mold illness? How does one convince non-believers that EMFs are a health threat? How are EMFs best measured? What are some solutions for reducing EMF exposure? How can the negative health impact of cell phones, computers, and other technologies be mitigated? Connect With My Guest: http://TheEMFGuy.com Related Resources: Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs Electrosmog RX Course Interview Date: June 20, 2019 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of N&G Média. 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.
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Jun 11, 2019 • 1h 13min

Episode #99: MCAS Revisited with Dr. Raj Patel, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and steps that may lead to its resolution. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Raj Patel. Raj Patel. MD received his Master's degree in Physiology from Rutgers University and his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. Dr. Patel is trained to work with people of all ages with his education in Family Medicine. He has extensive experience with various natural therapies including nutritional medicine, homeopathy, herbs, and mind-body medicine. Integrating these diverse therapies with allopathic or Western medicine has enabled Dr. Patel to offer a highly refined approach to healthcare that produces lasting results. Over the years, Dr. Patel has specialized in treating patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Lyme and tick-borne diseases, and mold illness (or "Sick Building Syndrome") from exposure to water-damaged buildings. While these conditions seem separate and unrelated, they share many common underlying characteristics and frequently coexist. Dr. Patel's interest in Lyme disease started in 2004 when he was diagnosed with it after having suffered from numerous seemingly unrelated symptoms for several years. Having successfully gone through his own journey with chronic Lyme disease utilizing a variety of treatment modalities, Dr. Patel has been able to refine his approach to treating chronic Lyme sufferers with incredible success. Dr. Patel is an active member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). He has also completed advanced training in pediatric Lyme disease and is a frequent speaker at Lyme conferences. Dr. Patel deeply explores the impact of exposure to mold from water-damaged buildings and finds this is key to recovering many of his patients dealing with chronic Lyme disease. Today, Dr. Patel, as the founder of Medical Options for Wellness, sees primarily severe chronically ill patients who have not been able to recover in spite of working with numerous other doctors. Key Takeaways: What is MCAS? What are the symptoms of MCAS? How is treatment of MCAS approached? What are the key triggers of MCAS? What are the symptoms of EMF sensitivity? What role does EMF exposure play in MCAS and in chronic illness in general? How important is rewiring the limbic system in MCAS? What role does mold illness play in MCAS? Why is the microbial support focus later in the overall approach? How might the immune response to normal flora be a trigger for MCAS? How can vaccine residues be a contributor to MCAS in some patients? Connect With My Guest: http://MedicalOptionsForWellness.net Related Resources: Treatment of MCAS (including food list) Tips on How to Implement a Low Histamine Diet Generation Zapped BioInitiative.org Earthing: Health Implications of Reconnecting the Human Body to the Earth's Surface Electrons Interview Date: June 11, 2019 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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May 23, 2019 • 1h 8min

Episode #98: Bitten with Kris Newby

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about "Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Kris Newby. Kris Newby is an award-winning science writer at Stanford University and the senior producer of the Lyme disease documentary, Under Our Skin, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was a 2010 Oscar semifinalist. She has two degrees in engineering, a Bachelor's degree from the University of Utah and a Master's degree from Stanford University. Previously, she was a technology writer for Apple and other Silicon Valley companies. She lives in Palo Alto, CA. Key Takeaways: How did it feel to be a senior producer on "Under Our Skin"? What did Willy Burgdorfer share in the early interviews for the film? How did Willy discover the spirochete that other scientists had missed? What were the goals of the biological weapons program? Is Lyme disease the result of the bioweapons program or a natural occurrence? What organisms were part of the cocktail that Willy was experimenting with? What is the "Swiss Agent" and the role it may play in the Lyme disease epidemic? What is the "Anthrax Hotel" and the "Eight Ball"? What happened to those that were part of the experiments at the "Eight Ball"? What role do viruses and parasites play in Lyme disease? Was Willy a good guy or a bad guy? Did Willy's own death from Parkinson's disease potentially result from his own experiments? Connect With My Guest: http://KrisNewby.com Interview Date: May 22, 2019 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.
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May 9, 2019 • 1h 28min

Episode #97: Beat Autoimmune with Palmer Kippola

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about autoimmune conditions and how to "Beat Autoimmune". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Palmer Kippola. Palmer Kippola is an author, speaker, and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC) who specializes in helping people reverse and prevent autoimmune conditions. She developed a framework called F.I.G.H.T.S. to help people beat autoimmune conditions based on her 26-year battle to overcome Multiple sclerosis. Her new book "Beat Autoimmune: The 6 Keys to Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health" with a foreword by Mark Hyman, MD was just released. In it she shares empowering science, inspiring stories, and evidence-based strategies you can use right away. Palmer has done coursework with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), the HeartMath® Institute, and the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. In addition, she has studied under leading experts in nutrition, holistic health, energy, and Functional Medicine. She founded Transcend Autoimmune, a growing online community of people proactively seeking to reverse or prevent autoimmune conditions naturally. Key Takeaways: Why is the immune system attacking "self" in autoimmunity? What are the drivers of complex autoimmune conditions? What is the body burden bucket and how are symptoms the result of an overflowing bucket? How are epigenetic more important than genetics in health optimization? What foods are supportive of healing? What are the best sources of essential fatty acids? What is the role of infections in autoimmune conditions? Should the focus be in killing the bug or on creating immune tolerance? What tools can be helpful in supporting the microbiome and reducing intestinal hyperpermeability? Should hormones be supported early on in a protocol? What is the role of environmental toxins in autoimmunity? What tools can be used to lower the body burden of toxicity? How can stress be mitigated in support of health improvement? Is there a bigger message to be explored in autoimmune conditions? Connect With My Guest: http://PalmerKippola.com http://BeatAutoimmuneBook.com Related Resources: Optimal Food Guide Interview Date: May 8, 2019 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. 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.

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