Autoimmune Simplified

As we move into a New Year Dr. Danby, ND shares how she sets intentions and goals to achieve success.  Grab a cup of tea, your journal, and get ready to set goals that align with your purpose and dreams.

In today's episode, I am joined by a colleague of mine, Dr. Tracey Teasdale, ND. Dr, Tracey shares her incredible story then we dive deep into exercise, exercise and the immune system, and pain management.   We explore how pain doesn't always mean tissue damage even though our brain thinks so. Pain can lead to fear of movement and avoidance because it's uncomfortable, but that doesn't always mean...

Today's episode is an Inspired Autoimmune Journey with Lisa Taylor. Lisa was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune condition that leads to hair loss. She shares her healing journey with us and how it has to lead her to become an integrative nutrition health coach, helping others work through their autoimmune conditions. This episode is full of tips that Lisa shares with her client, that ar...

In today's solo episode on the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast with Dr. Alison Danby, ND we are diving into one of the common themes among all of our gut health episodes… INFLAMMATION!  In this episode we cover:  What is inflammation, the difference between acute and chronic inflammation  Common triggers of Inflammation  Conditions associated with increased inflammation  What can we do to reduce inf...

In today's solo episode of the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast, Dr. Danby, ND is diving into part 2 of our SIBO(Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) episode as part of our Gut Health Series TODAY's episode … we are diving into the good stuff!  Understanding Testing for SIBO, exploring all of our options How do we fix it, with a focus on natural solutions? If you missed Part 1 make sure you tune int...

In today's solo episode of the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast, we are talking all about SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) as part of our Gut Health Series. Did you know that up to 80% of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have SIBO and it's the main cause of the irritation! [ROOT CAUSE MEDICINE]  This episode was so jammed-packed that we had to break it down into 2 parts! Part -1...

GUT HEALTH MONTH on the Autoimmune Simplified Podcasts is off to an amazing start.   In today's solo episode a deep dive into Food sensitivities.  One of the most common questions I'm asked in private practice is "Should I get my food sensitivities tested?". In today's episode, we explore The difference between food sensitivities, allergies, and interlaces Why do we have food sensitivities What is...

GUT HEALTH MONTH on the Autoimmune Simplified Podcasts is off to an amazing start.   Thank you for all the love in the DM's for part 1 of the Leaky Gut episode.  If you haven't listened to it be sure to circle back. In today's solo episode is Part - 2 of the Leaky Gut & Autoimmune. This is where we learn all about the connections with autoimmune and how we fix this? In today's episode, Dr. Danby,...

This month on Autoimmune Simplified Podcast we are diving into everything Autoimmune and GUT/Digestion related.  In today's solo episode Dr. Danby, ND dives deep into understanding what Leaky gut is and how it impacts Autoimmune. An Ancient Greek physician Hippocrates nearly 2500 years ago said… "All disease begins in the gut" --> And let's be honest, he wasn't far off, actually, he was bang on. I...

Have questions about the AIP (Autoimmune Paleo Diet / Autoimmune Protocol)? We have answers! Gail Shankland from the AIP Recipe Collection joined me to chat about some of the most commonly asked AIP questions, and we had so much information to share that it's turned into a two-part series! Tune in this week to hear Part 2 where we discuss doing the AIP as a vegetarian or vegan, protein powder opti...

Have questions about the AIP (Autoimmune Paleo Diet / Autoimmune Protocol)? We have answers! Gail Shankland from the AIP Recipe Collection joined me to chat about some of the most commonly asked AIP questions, and we had so much information to share that it's turned into a two-part series! Tune in this week and next to learn more about; how to get started on the AIP, misconceptions about it being...

This week on the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast we dive into the research on gluten, celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, FODMAPs, pesticides, leaky gut, absorption, methylation (MTHFR) and so much more! Gluten sensitivity goes FAR beyond the tell-tale symptoms of digestive discomfort, so if you're struggling with autoimmune disease, depression, headaches, skin issues, fatigue, numbness a...

Sleep can become more of a challenge as we women age … but why?    Today we dive into the topic of hormones and how they impact sleep with sleep guru, Dr. Leigha Saunders. We talk about the biomechanics of sleep and hormones, how there are different kinds of body clocks, shift work and how even slight shifts in our sleep schedule can either create issues or correct them, cycle tracking, PMS, night...

Hormone imbalance can wreak havoc not only on your day-to-day life, but it can also increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, autoimmune disorders (such as RA, Lupus, Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disorders) and more.  This week we sit down with estrogen dominance expert, Kate Vazquez, to dive deep into the topic. You'll learn five telltale signs of estrogen dominance to watch f...

In today's solo episode of the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast I share my knowledge (as both a Mold Certified Practitioner and someone with personal experience living with mold exposure) on the topic of mold, and mold as a trigger for autoimmune disease. With more than 25% of all buildings being affected by water damage of some sort, and 25% of the population being considered canaries in the mold "c...

There's no denying that our world is shattered when we receive a diagnosis of cancer or autoimmune disease, and the process is much like grieving the loss of a loved one … the loss of our good health - the person we once were.    We're here today to encourage you as you face the storms in your life and we want you to know that it is possible to move through it and find gratitude - yes, gratitude!...

This week Dr. Danby sits down with Shanna Nemrow to talk about her journey with Hashimoto's disease.  Shanna shares her first-hand experience, insights and tips for utilizing the AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) as a jumping off point for healing, and emphasizes the importance of cultivating a growth mindset while navigating the ups and downs of life with an autoimmune disease while raising a family. Sha...

With the root of health and healing starting with the gut and optimal digestion, this week's episode of the Autoimmune Simplified Podcast is for everyone! If you're dealing with a diagnosis of an irritable bowel disease like Crohn's or Colitis (or any other digestive disorder) you know that just the day to day of life can be a real challenge. In this week's episode we chat with Dana Silvestri to t...

It's a well known fact that there is a higher incidence of autoimmune disorders in women than men. This is not surprising considering the huge hormonal swings that women go through at least twice in their lifetime during puberty and menopause (not to mention the additional changes that come with pregnancy and breastfeeding).   In this episode of The Autoimmune Simplified Podcast we dive into the h...

In this week's riveting episode of The Autoimmune Simplified Podcast we sit down with Lyn Delmastro-Thomson to discuss her journey to wellness which includes a horrific misdiagnosis of leukemia, painful procedures and serious side effects.   After being let down terribly by Western medicine, Lyn became passionate about finding real solutions rather than simply managing symptoms through medication....

This week Dr. Danby sits down for an inspirational chat with Dr. Selvi Vasudevan to talk about her journey with Crohn's disease, how it has impacted her life and why she stepped outside of the traditional medical field (where she had been professionally trained) to learn about getting to the root cause and find true health and healing.  In this powerful episode Dr. Selvi shares her insights on hol...

Are you dealing with the emotional roller-coaster of living with an autoimmune condition or chronic illness? Feeling unsure about what the future holds and if you'll ever be able to reclaim your life?   Tune in this week as I chat with Vanessa Woodburn, Nutritional Health Coach and best-selling Author about her journey with a traumatic brain injury. We talk about the similarities between traumatic...

Have you ever considered what turns the immune system against our own body tissues?  Is there more to it than just our genes, nutrition, stress and environmental triggers? How deep do we have to dig to find and solve our true root cause?   In this episode of The Autoimmune Simplified Podcast we dive into the deep and fascinating topic of the unconscious mind with Dr. Tonia Winchester, Naturopathic...

In this episode, Dr. Danby gets personal with fellow Naturopath, Dr. Erin Wiley as they discuss Dr. Wiley's own personal autoimmune journey with Ankylosing Spondylitis.  Learn how mindset, functional nutrition, testing, and tracking supported her overall wellbeing, creating a system of energy management and harmony. About Dr. Erin Wiley, ND: Dr. Wiley helps women lean in and lead with their health...

If you're living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, you probably know there's no cookie-cutter approach to treatment. But what can you do to start improving your condition today?   Join me as I chat with Stefanie Remson, aka The Arthritis Coach, about her personal journey with RA, treatment options, diet and lifestyle adjustments and very importantly how mindset plays a large role in the outcome of those...