Inspired Living with Autoimmunity

What if everything you've been told about cancer treatment is leaving out the most important piece? After healing her own breast cancer 100% naturally despite living what most would call a perfect clean lifestyle, Katrina discovered that one-size-fits-all medicine - whether conventional or alternative - fails because it doesn't address YOUR unique root causes. In this episode, we break down her co...

The biggest hormone myth is finally being debunked, and it's kept millions of women suffering needlessly. I'm talking with Dr. Deb Matthew about the shocking truth: estrogen actually protects against breast cancer, with studies showing a 24% reduction in risk. For 20 years, women have been denied hormone support based on a completely misinterpreted study. We dive deep into how hormone imbalances f...

Ever wonder why you can't stop craving sugar and carbs no matter how hard you try? It's not about willpower; it's about the wrong bacteria controlling your gut. Paul Barattiero, founder of Echo Water and pioneer in hydrogen therapy, reveals the shocking truth behind those relentless food cravings. Your gut should naturally produce 10-12 liters of hydrogen gas daily through proper fermentation, but...

After 35 years in medicine, Dr. Joe Jacko has seen it all - and he's ready to tell you what the medical industry doesn't want you to know. In our conversation, he breaks down why patients only get half the information they need, how drug studies use misleading statistics, and why evidence-based medicine has become cookbook medicine driven by insurance profits. But this isn't just criticism, it's e...

Chris Burres, chief scientist at MyVitalC, sits down with me to expose a shocking truth about the supplement industry. Peer-reviewed research shows 50% of supplements don't contain what's on their labels - and Chris tested 22 ESS60 products to prove it. We dive deep into the Nobel Prize-winning ESS60 molecule that extended rat lifespans by 90% with zero tumors, how it works in your mitochondria to...

I'm busting the biggest autoimmune myths with Dr. Cory Rice, who went from solving cold cases in forensics to solving the puzzle of autoimmune disease. This isn't your typical "manage your condition" conversation - we're talking about actual reversal and why these conditions aren't rare anymore (affecting 1 in 10 people!). Dr. Rice explains why 70% of your immune system lives in your gut, why wome...

"When my oncologist looked me in the eye and said there's nothing I could do for myself, I knew I had to find another way." In this episode I'm sharing Heather's incredible story of refusing conventional cancer treatment and choosing the metabolic approach instead. At 37, facing vulvar cancer, she declined surgery and radiation, implementing therapeutic ketogenic diet, high-dose IVs, and complete...

Meet Jess Faulds, who was diagnosed with MS at just 15 years old. After failing four different disease-modifying therapies, she underwent an intense stem cell transplant at 26 that essentially wiped out her immune system. Six years later, she's living symptom-free with no relapses or progression. As a personal trainer and holistic nutrition coach, Jess shares the practical strategies that supporte...

This week I'm joined by Dr. Dan Pardi, Qualia's Chief Health Officer, for a fascinating dive into your body's repair system. We explore what's really happening to your stem cells as you age - spoiler alert: they don't disappear, they just get stuck in toxic environments that prevent them from working. Dr. Pardi breaks down the science of stem cell exhaustion, one of the 15 hallmarks of aging, and...

I'm sitting down with mental health advocate Brian Sachetta to discuss something that affects so many of us: how chronic stress triggers autoimmune flares. Brian breaks down why our nervous systems evolved for acute threats but now struggle with constant modern stressors like social media and work pressure. The key insight? Healing only happens in our parasympathetic state, but we're stuck in figh...

I'm obsessed with this conversation. Hali Laricey taught me how to read my CBC with differential like a detective - and you probably already have years of these sitting in your patient portal right now. Those "normal" labs everyone dismisses?  They're actually hiding specific patterns that can predict autoimmune flares months before symptoms hit. Hali breaks down the exact functional ranges for ne...

I've watched it happen over and over… high-achieving women who appear to have it all together while their bodies are quietly screaming for help through autoimmune symptoms. My guest Tori Jenae, a trauma-informed coach with multiple psychology degrees, reveals why the very traits we think make us "good" might actually be making us sick. She breaks down how people-pleasing, perfectionism, and over-f...

This week I'm sharing a conversation that could completely shift how you think about healing from trauma and chronic illness. My guest Lisa Erickson went from tech worker to energy healer after her own health crises showed her something profound: when we're dealing with trauma or chronic illness, we often disconnect from our bodies as a survival mechanism. But that same disconnection can block our...

Dr Mathur spent years watching patients stay stuck in symptom management until life opened her eyes to what's really possible. After her own health crisis forced her out of conventional medicine, she developed a three-pillar approach that's helped thousands of patients get off medications and feel like themselves again. We dive into her game-changing method for identifying toxins, deficiencies, an...

After 38 years as a primary care physician, Dr. Gary Sprouse noticed his stressed patients all knew they wanted less stress, but couldn't tell him where they wanted to be instead. This led him to develop his revolutionary "happy place" framework that's helping people transform their relationship with worry and anxiety. In this week's episode I dive deep into Gary's unique approach: why our greates...

If you've been avoiding medicinal mushrooms because you're worried about immune stimulation, this conversation will change your mind. I talk with naturopathic doctor and mushroom expert Dr. Anna Sitkoff about how most medicinal mushrooms actually promote immune balance and tolerance. Anna explains how mushrooms support autoimmune healing on multiple levels: feeding beneficial gut bacteria, reducin...

In this episode, Einat Shinar and I dig into why sleep is the game changer for women’s health—especially when it comes to weight, hormones, and inflammation. We break down how poor sleep throws off your hunger hormones like ghrelin and leptin, making it harder to control cravings and lose weight. Einat shares simple, science-backed habits to reset your cortisol and circadian rhythm, like morning s...

In this episode, I sit down with Bracha Goetz, an inspiring children's author and Harvard graduate, who shares her journey from feeling empty despite outward success to discovering the life-changing power of gratitude.  We dive deep into the reasons behind the relentless search for fulfillment and how society often gets success all wrong.  Bracha introduces us to her unique "pleasure ladder," reve...

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Bill Rawls, a physician with 40 years of experience who shifted his focus to herbal therapy after facing chronic illness himself. Bill shares his inspiring wellness journey from traditional medicine to discovering the healing potential of herbs, especially for chronic diseases like Lyme disease.  We delve into the five stress factors affecting cellular health—nutri...

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Eric Osansky, a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, about Graves' disease, a condition often overshadowed by Hashimoto's thyroiditis. We break down the key differences between these two autoimmune thyroid disorders, from symptoms like weight loss and hyperactivity in Graves' to the fatigue and weight gain associated with Hashimoto's. Dr. Osansky shar...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Grant, a double board-certified oriental medicine doctor with a focus on fertility, to explore the often-overlooked connection between autoimmune thyroid disease and fertility. Dr. Grant shares her personal journey that led her to this field and dives into the impact of Hashimoto's on fertility. We discuss the importance of comprehensive thyroid testing...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Emily Kiberd, a chiropractor and creator of the Thyroid Strong workout program tailored for women with Hashimoto's. We dive into her personal journey of navigating fatigue and autoimmune struggles, and why traditional workouts often miss the mark for those with autoimmune conditions. Dr. Kiberd shares her transition from cardio-heavy routines to the benefits of...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Anshul Gupta, a leading expert in Hashimoto's disease, to discuss his own health journey and the innovative approaches he's developed for managing this condition. We dig into the complexities of Hashimoto's, differentiating it from simple hypothyroidism, and explore the systemic issues that often get overlooked in traditional medicine. Dr. Gupta outlines his th...

Join me in this episode as I chat with Maria Malec, a lifestyle and wellness architect whose insights will challenge your perspectives on health. We dive into her personal journey—a mother faced with family health issues—and how it sparked her passion for holistic wellness.  Maria emphasizes the power of a positive mindset and daily choices, illustrating how small shifts can lead to significant he...

In this episode, I’m excited to welcome back Amy Stark, a former science teacher who has transformed into a powerful energy healer and author of "Bridging the Divide." Together, we delve into Amy’s journey from the classroom to the healing space, uncovering how her unique blend of science and spirituality empowers individuals to navigate their own paths to transformation. We discuss the importance...