Inspired Living with Autoimmunity

In today's episode, Dr. Alison Danby explores autoimmune fatigue.  We discuss this symptom that 90% of people with autoimmunity experience, and find a challenge. After working to heal her own autoimmune symptoms, Alison noticed many of her clients were showing up after being told that there was nothing they could do about their autoimmune symptoms, and that's not true!  That led Alison to speciali...

In this episode, Dr. Aimie walks us through why everything we think we know about trauma is wrong! Her incredible journey that led her to eventually create The Biology of Trauma ™️ may require tissues! She helps us shift perspective on the historically faulty trauma healing approaches and right away tells us some ideas we may have had wrong. Time does not heal! Love does not heal! Trauma is not ab...

In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Catherine Clinton ND, amazing naturopathic physician specializing in autoimmunity and psychoneuroimmunology. She shares with us her approach to autoimmunity, and why what you might have been told autoimmunity is, was wrong. We talk about psychoneuroimmunology, and how creating the lacking safety signals our bodies need, we can heal. Join us to hear no cost a...

Today I am joined by Dr. Eric Osansky, and we are talking about all things thyroid; including the rarely addressed hyperthyroid condition, Graves’ Disease. Dr. Eric is a chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and functional medicine practitioner who helps people recover from thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. He is the author of Natural Treatment Solutions for Huperthyroidism and Graves’ Dis...

I am beyond excited to revisit this interview with my dear friend Ian Mitchell. To say that Ian comes to us from a science background, is an understatement, he is quite possibly one of the most brilliant scientists of our time. In our conversation today, we discuss the body’s innate ability to heal when the blocks are removed, and the foundation is supported. While Ian works in his lab to improve...

In This Episode, We Cover: Dr. Shah-Simmons' journey to becoming a fertility expert inspired by her personal experiences. The importance of holistic approaches and research-driven strategies. The impact of autoimmunity on fertility and pregnancy, and potential interventions. Addressing male fertility issues and the broader implications of fertility treatments on overall health. Key Takeaways: Dr....

Discover the power of holistic health to achieve a balanced lifestyle and improved wellbeing! "If we have an anti-inflammatory approach to life, there is no reason for these genes to be expressed. And that gives us power.  Going back to what you said about taking our power back, it really does. It puts us in the driving seat for the vast majority of the population."   Neil Cannon experienced sever...

Dr. Anna Esparham, MD , founder of Health Is PowHer and Pain Free Life Academy, Is a nationally-recognized physician who healed herself from multiple chronic conditions from near death shock to issues with chronic pain and autoimmune disease. She is now a coach helping women learn how to heal themselves for good. Health Is PowHer's Podcast serves women who want to learn about how to overcome all t...

Dr. Erin Donaldson is a board certified Family Medicine Doctor who practices Precision Medicine, using genomics and comprehensive data to co-create health plans with her patients.  She believes the majority of health is accomplished through daily habits, which was sparked by her own health journey with autoimmune disease. Dr. Erin had a seemingly healthy childhood.  That is until she suffered with...

Megan Evans is the creator of The MS Stage, and brings her love of theater and dance, coupled with almost two decades of journey with MS to her very different kind of support group for women with MS. Megan has had health challenges her whole life.  She was born with Immune Deficiency Syndrome and spent years on antibiotics and antihistamines.  At age 14 she was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia.  She ne...

Elizabeth Yarnell is a traditional naturopath and certified LEAP Therapist who is on a mission to redefine MS and autoimmunity.  She helps autoimmune sufferers in her nationwide clinic using non-pharmaceutical therapies to empower them to reclaim her health.  She is the award-winning author of Glorious One Pot Meals and the inventor of a cooking method that allows for simplified cooking of nutriti...

Today we are joined by Dr. Lisa Grant, OMD and we are talking about Autoimmune Thyroid DIsease and Fertility.  Dr. Lisa is a double board-certified Oriental Medicine Doctor specializing in fertility, and the owner of Fertility Reset Online, where she supports couples in building the families they dream of. Lisa started her journey as a patient.  She struggled with digestive distress that got worse...

Margaret Floyd Barry is a functional nutritionist, writer and real food advocate who’s been on the pursuit of the most nutritious and delicious way of eating for the better part of her adult life. Having seen family members suffer the devastating effects of chronic illness from a young age, Margaret has long had the desire to help others find a better way back to optimal health and wellbeing. Thro...

James Schmachtenberger is a successful serial entrepreneur, with a lifelong focus on using business and innovation to effect large-scale change for the benefit of humanity.  He is the co-founder and CEO Neurohacker Collective, a company focused on making groundbreaking products for health and well-being through complex systems science.  His areas of expertise include nootropics, anti-aging and reg...

Felice Gersh, MD is an award winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine.  She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, providing comprehensive health care for women by combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine.  Dr. Felice is a prolific writer and lecturer who speaks glo...

In today's episode, Mark Carlson shares how shifting our focus from disease management to building health can allow even the toughest health challenges to heal.

Today we are joined by Beth O'Hara, Functional Naturopath specializing in complex, chronic cases of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance, and Mold Toxicity.  She is the founder of Mast Cell 360 where she provides healing protocols for patients, as well as providers. Beth's health journey began in childhood.  Growing up on a farm in a rural area, she was exposed to mold and Lyme and...

Monica Cox is a top Holistic Functional Fertility Coach and Infertility Warrior. She's supports women in finding the root cause of their fertility issues and become the conscious mother they were born to be! She dealt with years of unexplained infertility, failed IVF's & survived several miscarriages before becoming an IVF mom & getting pregnant natural even though the doctors said there w...

In today's episode, Dr. Sandra Sheinbaum shares about the field of health coaching and how working with a coach can be especially helpful for chronic illness. Dr. Sandi is the founder and CEO of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, a collaboration with the Institute for Functional Medicine.  She is a leader in the field of health coaching.  She is the author of How to become a Health Coach, F...

Shawn Borup, is the founder of Show Me Healthy Living. For three decades, she has researched, studied, and practiced the healing power of food and taught kids and adults how to eat more real food at every meal. She is a Healthy Living Coach, Certified Fermentationist®, Real Food Chef, and is living proof that implementing simple healthy habits promotes optimal health and wellbeing. Today, we are t...

In this episode, Dr. Navaz Habib shares the importance of the Vagus Nerve in connection with autoimmunity and inflammation, and how we can improve our vagal tone to improve our health. Dr. Habib is the author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve and host of "The Health Upgrade Podcast."  He is the founder of Health Upgraded, an online Functional Medicine and health optimization clinic.  He teaches how we...

In today's episode, Dr. Emily Kiberd shares her experience and expertise with us regarding the right way to work out with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, or any autoimmune disorder. Dr. Kiberd is a chiropractor, mother of two, and the creator of Thyroid Strong; a workout program for women with Hashimoto's to learn how to work out without the burnout.  She put her own Hashimoto's into remission, and now h...

In today's episode, Dr. Meg Haworth shares the importance of getting to the emotional root cause of illness and releasing those emotions to allow for true healing.  We are talking about the effect of emotions and beliefs on the physical body over time. Dr. Meg is an Holistic Health and Wellness Expert and Transpersonal Psychologist.  She is also the best-selling author of Get Well Now. Dr. Meg sha...

Khara struggled with stomach pains and digestive issues for three years in college, only to be told that it was a virus.  When she finally got properly diagnosed, the doctors told her that she had advanced Crohn's Disease, and should avoid the stress of medical school, as she would have to deal with being ill for the rest of her life. After several surgeries, Khara finally turned to Reiki, essenti...

Today Dr. Aimie Apigian joins us again to continue our conversation from episode 37 on the biology of trauma. Dr. Aimie is a Double Board-Certified Medical Physician in both Preventive and Addiction Medicine and holds Double Masters Degrees in Biochemistry and in Public Health. She is the leading medical expert on addressing stored trauma in the body through her signature model and methodology, Th...