

Long Covid Podcast
Jackie Baxter
The Podcast by and for Long Covid sufferers. Long Covid is estimated to affect at least 1 in 5 people infected with Covid-19. Many of these people were fit & healthy, many were successfully managing other conditions. Some people recover within a few months, but there are many who have been suffering for much much longer.Although there is currently no "cure" for Long Covid, and the millions of people still ill have been searching for answers for a long time, in this podcast I hope to explore the many things that can be done to help, through a mix of medical experts, researchers, personal experience & recovery stories. Bringing together the practical & the hopeful - "what CAN we do?"The Long Covid Podcast is currently self-funded. This podcast will always remain free, but if you like what you hear and are able to, please head along to www.buymeacoffee.com/longcovidpod to help me cover costs. ~ Follow me on: Facebook @longcovidpodcast ~ Instagram @longcovidpod ~ Twitter @longcovidpod ~ Website www.LongCovidPodcast.com ~ Please do get in touch with feedback and suggestions, either via the social media links or at longcovidpodcast@gmail.com - I'd love to hear from you. The Long Covid podcast is entirely self-funded and relies on donations - if you've found it useful and are able to, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/longcovidpod to help me cover the costs of hosting.
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Mar 26, 2025 • 24min
169 - The Roots Below: Five Essential Themes for Long Covid Recovery
Discover five essential themes for navigating long COVID recovery. Consistency in daily practices is key, even when progress seems slow. A healing mindset creates better biochemical conditions for improvement. Understanding your body's responses enhances intervention effectiveness. Craft personalized strategies that cater to your unique journey. Cultivating a supportive healing environment is crucial—mind what you consume. Remember, recovery is about small, compounding improvements rather than a single miracle cure.

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Mar 19, 2025 • 52min
168 - The Rebound Method - Rachael shares how to safely start to move your body!
Rachael shares her inspiring recovery journey from long COVID, emphasizing resilience and trusting one's body. She introduces the '90-Day Rebound Method', focusing on gradual movement, confidence building, and adaptability. The discussion highlights personalized exercise strategies that cater to individual needs. Listeners hear real success stories that motivate persistence and community support during recovery. Emphasis is placed on the mindset of prioritizing consistency over rapid progression, offering hope and practical advice for navigating healing.

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Mar 12, 2025 • 49min
167 - Reclaiming Health and Hope with Dr. Teitelbaum
Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a physician with extensive experience in chronic fatigue and pain management, shares his journey and expertise on long COVID. He explains the energy crisis in the body, linking it to various triggers like viruses and trauma. Teitelbaum introduces the SHINE protocol for treatment and emphasizes the importance of mindset and stress reduction. He provides practical advice on nutrition, supplements, and targeted treatments, encouraging listeners to reclaim their health and celebrate small victories on their recovery journey.

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Mar 5, 2025 • 51min
166 - "I'm Not Broken": Finding a New Perspective on Illness with Rebecca Tolin
Rebecca Tolin shares her transformative journey from chronic illness to recovery and self-discovery. Her insights into the mind-body connection, the impact of trauma on health, and the importance of self-compassion offer listeners a path toward healing.• Introduction to Rebecca's journey with ME/CFS • The effect trauma has on physical health • Searching for answers and the limitations of traditional medicine • The role of mindfulness and somatic awareness in recovery • Embracing self-compassion and its benefits in the healing process • The shift in identity away from being defined by illness • Finding hope and possibility in the face of struggle • The importance of connection with oneself Rebecca encourages you to embrace self-compassion and kindness towards yourself on your healing journey. Links:Rebecca's Website: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/jackie (this includes info about her "Be your own medicine" course) Info about next "Be your own medicine" course: https://courses.rebeccatolin.com/courses/be-your-own-medicine-spring-2025?ref=ec478fFree Meditation: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/newsletter YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gpLhnQU8NaC9fzlEmxIVwMessage 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

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Feb 19, 2025 • 54min
165 - Overcoming Long COVID: Lizzie's Journey to Recovery and Resilience
Lizzie shares her heartfelt journey through Long COVID, highlighting the transformation from an active lifestyle to grappling with fatigue and brain fog. She emphasizes the power of rest, the importance of acknowledging small victories, and the impact of language on recovery. Lizzie discusses the emotional challenges of her journey and the role of support systems in healing. Her story serves as a testament to personal growth and a renewed appreciation for health, revealing that overcoming adversity can lead to newfound resilience.

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Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 2min
164 - The Art of Listening & Validating in Healthcare with Clayton Powers
In this engaging discussion, Clayton Powers, a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in ME/CFS, POTS, and Long Covid, shares his journey from orthopedic care to complex chronic illnesses. He emphasizes the critical role of telehealth in patient support and the need for healthcare adaptation. Clayton brings light to the importance of listening and validating patients' experiences, while offering practical strategies for energy management. He also advocates for prioritizing joy and social connections to enhance recovery, aiming to create a more compassionate healthcare environment.

Jan 29, 2025 • 49min
163 - Immune Boosting Strategies for Chronic Illness with Carrie Bailey part 2
Long Covid recovery can be significantly influenced by personalised nutrition and the right supplement regimen. Carrie Bailey shares essential insights into the importance of B vitamins, Vitamin C, zinc, and herbs in supporting the immune system and overall health recovery, emphasising bio-individuality and the need for tailored approaches. • Carrie Bailey, functional nutritionist, introduces her expertise in Long Covid • Understanding bio-individuality in selecting supplements • Importance of a strong immune system for recovery • Key nutrients: B vitamins, Vitamin C, and zinc for Long Covid • Overview of healing herbs: lemon balm and cat's claw • Exploring elimination diets and food intolerances • Listening to your body to adapt dietary choices • Navigating nutrition in social contexts without feeling overwhelmed • Conclusion on a holistic approach towards Long Covid recoveryPrevious episode available here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/16434559Carrie's Free Gift:https://longcovidrecoveryguide.com/Carrie's website:https://carriebaileyfunctionalnutritionist.com/Carrie's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxEjeFag2UR96BQy0kcJqnwMessage 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Jan 23, 2025 • 48min
162 - The Interconnected Body: Functional Nutrition & Healing with Carrie Bailey - part 1
Exploring the connections between gut health and long COVID, we discuss how nutrition can significantly impact recovery. With insights from Carrie Bailey, a functional nutritionist, we cover topics such as mental health, pathogen influence, optimal diets, and the importance of digestion in healing.• Discussion on Carrie's health journey and challenges • Unpacking diverse long COVID symptoms and their implications • The interplay between gut health and mental well-being • Understanding how pre-existing vulnerabilities can amplify symptoms • The role of pathogens and toxins in health deterioration • Importance of a whole-food diet rich in fruits and vegetables • Practical dietary recommendations for improving gut health • Exploring the dynamics of digestion and liver function • Emphasising the body's natural healing capabilities "You cannot talk about mental health without talking about physical health."Part 2 now available here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/16509858 Carrie's Free Gift: https://longcovidrecoveryguide.com/Carrie's website: https://carriebaileyfunctionalnutritionist.com/Carrie's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxEjeFag2UR96BQy0kcJqnwMessage 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Jan 15, 2025 • 19min
161 - Dr. Raymond Perrin on Pathways to Recovery - part 2
Long COVID presents a multi-faceted challenge that requires a comprehensive approach for effective treatment. Dr Raymond Perrin explores how lymphatic drainage through his unique technique can help alleviate symptoms and support long-term recovery. This is part 2 of this conversation - hear part 1 HERE• Understanding the significance of the lymphatic system in health • Diagnostic methods for identifying Long COVID symptoms • The role of heavy metals and toxicity in illness • Introduction to the Perrin Technique for lymphatic drainage • The concertina effect explained for effective treatment • Self-massage and breathing exercises as healing methods • Research findings supporting patient engagement in recovery • Managing muscle fatigue through proper lymphatic flow • The jigsaw puzzle analogy illustrating holistic recovery • Strategies for preventing fibrosis in affected patientsFor more information about The Perrin Technique visit www.theperrintechnique.comSelf massage techniques available hereMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Jan 8, 2025 • 40min
160 - Dr. Raymond Perrin Breakthroughs in the Lymphatic System - part 1
This enlightening episode features Dr. Raymond Perrin as he discusses the intricate connections between the sympathetic nervous system and chronic conditions like Long Covid and ME-CFS. With his unique Perrin Technique, he highlights the importance of understanding the body's drainage systems to promote healing and recovery. • Introduction of Dr. Raymond Perrin and his background • Explanation of the Perrin technique and its relevance • Insights into the autonomic nervous system's role • The discovery of the lymphatic system and its implications • The connection between Long Covid and ME/CFS and toxic buildup in the brain • Overview of treatment methodologies and their effectiveness • Discussion on the evolving recognition of chronic illness Share your thoughts and experiences with us—let's continue the conversation! Part 2 now available HEREFor more information about The Perrin Technique visit www.theperrintechnique.comSelf massage techniques available hereMessage 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**


