The Autoimmune RESET

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET podcast, VJ explores the hidden signs of mitochondrial dysfunction found in your standard blood work. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells, and when they’re not functioning properly, it can lead to a host of health issues. Join us as we delve into five key biomarkers—Creatine Kinase (CK), Ferritin, Glucose, Lactate, and Red...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET podcast, VJ is joined by guest Louise Digby to discuss common weight loss myths, how your hormones play a role, and what is means for those with autoimmune disease.   Louise Digby is a registered nutritional therapist, women’s weight loss expert and founder of The Nourish Method to Lasting Fat Loss.  Her clients come to her after struggling...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, we dive deep into the complex world of multiple sclerosis (MS) and explore surprising factors that might contribute to its onset and progression. Join host VJ Hamilton as she unravels the latest research linking food sensitivities—particularly dairy and gluten—to MS, and uncover how these dietary triggers could spark an autoimmune response....

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of  The Autoimmune RESET podcast, we delve into a topic that many of us grapple with: self-sabotage in our health journeys. Drawing inspiration from Gay Hendricks' groundbreaking book, The Big Leap , we uncover five key reasons why we often derail our own progress towards better health. Join VJ Hamiltonas we explore: How the fear of outshining others...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET podcast, VJ explores the surprising connection between liver health and psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions worldwide. Could optimising liver function be the key to reversing psoriasis symptoms? Join VJ as she delves into the science behind this link, discussing how fatty liver, gut health, and inflammatory bowel...

Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmne RESET host VJ Hamilton explores the perplexing condition of vertigo, diving deep into its top five causes. Vertigo isn't just about feeling dizzy—it's a disorienting sensation that can significantly impact daily life. We'll cover common culprits like Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Meniere’s disease...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, host VJ Hamilton delves into a provocative study by Benjamin I. Brown that challenges the traditional diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The study, " Does Irritable Bowel Syndrome Exist? Identifiable and Treatable Causes of Associated Symptoms Suggest It May Not, " suggests that many symptoms attributed to IBS may actual...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET, VJ delves into the inspiring stories of five remarkable individuals who battled autoimmune diseases and still managed to achieve extraordinary success in their respective fields. Join VJ as she explores the lives of: Selena Gomez: The multi-talented singer and actress who has bravely faced lupus while continuing to produce hit musi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET podcast, VJ is joined by Jennifer Brower, author of Silent Killers.   In 1988, Jennifer married Darby, also a native Floridian. They had their first child, Jennings, in 1992. Darby, Jr. was born in 1994, and their daughter Kendall in 1996.  Her life was forever changed in 1998 when a spider bit her, and the 25 years that followed are the jou...

Send us Fan Mail In this eye-opening FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET VJ delves into the hidden dangers lurking in everyday products and their potential link to autoimmune diseases. Join VJ as she explores five chemicals—Bisphenol A (BPA), Phthalates, Mercury, Glyphosate, and Triclosan—that scientific research has connected to conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis...

Send us Fan Mail Are you constantly falling ill without a clear reason? Struggling with chronic joint and muscle pain? Experiencing mysterious skin rashes after moving into a new home? In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked impact of mould toxicity on health and its potential link to autoimmune diseases. Join VJ in this episode of The Autoimmune RESET as she explores: VJ's persona...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET, we explore the intricate journey many faces in understanding the development of autoimmune diseases. Join your host, VJ Hamilton, as we delve into five crucial aspects of life that might influence autoimmune conditions: adverse childhood events, infections, significant life changes, living environment, and approaches to food. Each...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "The Autoimmune RESET," VJ explores Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare and complex neurological disorder marked by severe muscle stiffness and spasms. With its autoimmune roots, SPS is often linked to other conditions like type 1 diabetes and vitiligo. VJ dives deep into the science behind SPS, focusing on its connection to pathogens such as Epstein-B...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of “The Autoimmune RESET,” VJ explores the essential markers that every comprehensive food reactivity test should include. Join your host, VJ Hamilton, as we break down the roles of IgG, IgG4, IgA, IgE, and Complement in uncovering hidden food sensitivities. Whether you're dealing with unexplained symptoms, managing an autoimmune condition, or simply...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, VJ is joined by Jaime Hartman who is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and a Registered Yoga Teacher. She also has a master’s degree in educational psychology and over 25 years of experience teaching, coaching, and motivating both adults and young people, and is a teacher and mentor of ot...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of "The Autoimmune RESET" host VJ Hamilton explores five crucial lessons many people with autoimmune diseases wish they had known sooner. From the importance of listening to your body and advocating for yourself in the healthcare system to the power of a supportive network and making beneficial diet and lifestyle changes, these insights can signi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, VJ Hamilton explores the groundbreaking study by Maria G. Herrera, Maria J. Amundarain, Philipp W. Dörfler, and Veronica I. Dodero, published in *Angewandte Chemie International Edition*. The study reveals how a superantigen associated with gluten oligomerizes and increases gut permeability, shedding light on a key mechanism behind coeliac...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of "The Autoimmune RESET," VJ Hamilton explores key markers of inflammation from a functional medicine perspective. VJ dives into the roles of C-Reactive Protein (CRP), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), Interleukin-6 (IL-6), and Homocysteine in indicating both acute and chronic inflammation. VJ explain...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, VJ is joined by Dr Wolfgang Brysch, who g is the co-founder and Chief Scientific and Medical Advisor of iüLabs, to discuss vital nutrients in managing chronic fatigue and autoimmune conditions. He leads on science, product and strategy development. Wolfgang studied medicine in Goettingen, Germany and Cambridge, UK. He started his research career in basic n...

Send us Fan Mail In this Friday 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET, join your host, VJ Hamilton, as she explores five of the most inspirational books that have touched hearts and changed lives around the world. VJ delves into the profound lessons of "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom, the mystical journey of "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho, the moral compass of "To Kill...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, VJ delves into the complexities of scleroderma, an autoimmune disease that affects the skin and connective tissues.  VJ explores the different scleroderma types, focusing on CREST syndrome, a subtype of limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis.  Discover the key symptoms, including calcinosis, Raynaud's phenomenon, oesophagal dysmotility,...

Send us Fan Mail In this Friday 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET host VJ Hamilton explores five effective and research-backed strategies to enhance insulin sensitivity, crucial for managing diabetes, preventing prediabetes, and optimizing overall health. Learn how regular physical activity, a diet rich in soluble fiber, stress management techniques, quality sleep, intermittent fasting, cinnamon t...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, VJ is joined by guest Emily Johnson, who developed arthritis at a young age and has shared her journey of overcoming arthritis with the community she set up in 2018 as part of her wellness blog the Arthritis Foodie.  Emily Johnson is the author of bestselling book Beat Arthritis Naturally (2021) and Eat Well with Arthritis (2023), as well as the founder of...

Send us Fan Mail In this FRIDAY 5 episode of The Autoimmune RESET podcast, VJ delves into the science behind five key nutrients crucial for optimising brain health: Coenzyme Q10, acetyl-L-carnitine, resveratrol, NAD+, and omega-3 fatty acids. Discover how these nutrients can help with brain fog and fatigue by supporting cellular energy production, protecting against oxidative stress, enhancing cog...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Autoimmune RESET, VJ's delve into the latest research on ultra-processed foods and their profound impact on health and autoimmune disease. Recent studies, including one published in the BMJ, shed light on the concerning link between consuming ultra-processed foods and adverse health effects. From cardiovascular disease to mental health disorders, discov...