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Stronger than AutoimmuneFrom Chronic Illness to Vibrant Health: Nurse Danielle Shears’ Holistic Healing SecretsPlease welcome Danielle Shears to the podcast. Danielle is, a nurse with over 30 years of experience in Neurology, Cardiology, and Orthopedics, holds a BSN from UNC, an MBA in Healthcare Administration, and certifications in Clinical Neuroscience and Functional Nutrition. After overcoming her own chronic illness by addressing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual wellness, she founded Better Choice Health LLC. Through her podcast, Danielle empowers listeners to tackle chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, pain, and stress using a holistic, root-cause approach focused on nutrition, lifestyle, mind-body practices, and spiritual well-being for lasting health and vitality.Learn more about Danielle Shears...2025-07-2134 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneUnlock Ageless Vitality: Crush Inflammation & Thrive with Kay SchnizleinMeet Kay Schnizlein, your Ageless Advocate and Nutritional Guide, empowering vibrant health through the Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast! With over 30 years of expertise, Kay helps you reduce inflammation, boost energy, and embrace a healthier life with natural wellness solutions. As a seasoned professional with 36 years in health insurance, she delivers expert Medicare guidance with compassion and clarity. At over 70 years young, Kay inspires as a thriving senior, staying active, traveling globally, and sharing practical wisdom to help you live your best life. Tune in to learn how to conquer autoimmune challenges, optimize nutrition, and thrive at any age!2025-06-3026 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneMastering Inflammation: Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu’s Secrets to Autoimmune Strength and Vibrant SkinMy guest is Dr, Ebru Karpuzoglu, a leading immunologist with over 25 years of research, has pioneered discoveries on estrogen’s role in immunity, inflammation, and aging. In 2020, she founded AveSeena, the first skincare brand targeting sensitive skin and inflammaging, blending science with wellness. Featured in InStyle, Glamour, and more, she’s a trusted voice in immune health and longevity. Welcome to the Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast!Aveseena Skincare: Defy Skin Inflammaging with Real Skincare | 15% Off First OrderIf you are Loving the vibes? Here’s how you can keep the love f...2025-06-1654 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHealing Autoimmune with Food: @FoodByMars Shares Paleo & AIP SecretsListen to an inspiring episode featuring Alison Marras, the Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and author of The Paleo Gut Healing Cookbook. Known as @FoodByMars, Alison transformed her health by managing Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and PCOS through the power of real food. As the founder of the In Tune Method, she’s passionate about making your healing journey stress-free, joyful, and full of flavor. Tune in to learn her expert tips for gut health, Paleo living, and sustainable wellness! Follow Alison on IG: https://www.instagram.com/foodbymars/Learn more about Alison:https://foodbymars.com/2025-05-0544 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneRunning Strong: How Mireille Sine Conquers Lupus and Coaches ResilienceIn this episode of Stronger Than Autoimmune, we sit down with Mireille Sine, MPH—a USATF & 80/20 Endurance certified running coach, lupus athlete, and health educator. From Cameroon to Los Angeles, Mireille’s love for community and movement inspired her to create a coaching business for autoimmune athletes in road and trail running. Tune in to hear her story of resilience, expert insights, and how she unwinds with shows, snacks, and sleep. Perfect for anyone interested in lupus, running, or health!Learn more about Mireille Sine or work with her: https://www.coachedbymireille.com/ #AutoimmuneHealth #RunningTips #Podc...2025-04-0744 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFrom Lupus to Legacy: April Chavez’s Journey to be HolisticWelcome to Stronger Than Autoimmune with April Chavez. Diagnosed with Lupus at a young age, April transformed her challenge into a lifelong pursuit of holistic wellness—blending spiritual, intellectual, and physical health. From her roots in law enforcement to becoming a public speaker and performance coach, she’s explored how lifestyle choices shape well-being. Now, through her talk show, The Wellness Driven Life Show, and Driven Livin' LLC, April inspires others to take charge of their health. Join her as she shares insights, tips, and stories—lived alongside her husband, Manlee, and their kids—to help you thrive beyond autoimmu...2025-03-2446 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneJane Marla Robbins on Myasthenia Gravis, Humor, and Life at 78 | Myasthenia Musical MemoirIn today's podcast, I speak to Jane Marla Robbins. Jane is known for the Rocky films and her Kennedy Center play, shares her Myasthenia Gravis journey in this episode. Her sixth book, Myasthenia Gravis: The Musical, turns a tough diagnosis into a poetic, hilarious, and heartfelt memoir. Discover how double vision led to resilience, how humor carried her through, and why reinventing herself at 78 feels so freeing. Honest, bold, and uplifting—Jane leaves no stone unturned.Follow for more tales of grit, grace, and giggles!https://www.janemarlarobbins.com/Buy the book: Myasthenia Gr...2025-03-1052 minStronger than AutoimmuneChiara Popin's Comeback: New Insights on Healing, Fitness, and Chronic Illness ManagementIn this episode of the podcast, I once again have the pleasure of interviewing Chiara Popin. Since our last conversation, Chiara has continued to inspire as a fitness enthusiast, Reiki master, and author. She remains dedicated to supporting Autoimmune Warriors via her YouTube channel, where she shares invaluable insights on meditation, energy healing, and adaptive movements designed for those managing chronic illnesses. I'm excited to bring her back to discuss her ongoing journey, her unique multi-faceted approach to handling her illness, and how she continues to motivate others in their health struggles.To connect with Chiara or...2025-02-1828 minStronger than AutoimmuneUnlocking Autoimmune Mysteries: A Deep Dive with Tyler O’Malley, Exagen Inc.'s Clinical VanguardIn today podcast, I interview Tyler O’Malley. He is the Associate Vice President of Clinical Affairs at Exagen Inc., a leader in autoimmune testing solutions. With over a decade of experience, he oversees clinical trials, bioinformatics, and medical policy development, contributing to advancements in autoimmune diagnostics. Tyler has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, including one of the largest lupus diagnostic studies, and has played a pivotal role in over a dozen clinical trials. A summa cum laude graduate of Georgia Gwinnett College with a degree in biology and a focus on biochemistry, his expertise spans medical science education, assay de...2025-01-3149 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneUnlocking the Power of Vitamin D: A Conversation with Dr. Leslie Ray Matthews on Autoimmune HealthToday's podcast features Dr. Leslie Ray Matthews. Dr. Matthews is a double board-certified surgeon in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care and one of the world’s leading experts in vitamin D3 research. He pioneered the use of high-dose vitamin D3 in trauma and critical care, earning recognition for his groundbreaking work, including a Mississippi State House Resolution. Dr. Matthews has spoken at the FDA six times, holds three patents, and has been featured in major media outlets such as ABC News and Health Magazine. With over 30 years as a medical professor, he continues to advance our understanding of vi...2025-01-1341 minStronger than AutoimmuneGut Check: Mastering IBS & Gut Health with Atavia MinoudisWelcome to season 4 , the newest episode of the Stronger than Autoimmune podcast features, Atavia Minoudis. She is an online Nutritional Therapist specializing in Gut Health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), who has turned her personal struggles into a mission to help others reclaim their health. After years of battling severe IBS symptoms that left her dangerously underweight and feeling dismissed by the medical system, Atavia took control of her health journey. She dedicated herself to studying Nutritional Therapy, ultimately developing a unique 4-step framework to address the root causes of IBS and empower others with effective gut health solutions...2025-01-0637 minStronger than AutoimmuneFrom Fatigue to Freedom: Risa Groux’s Approach to Thriving with Autoimmunity✨ New Podcast Episode! ✨ Today, we're diving deep into functional nutrition with the incredible Risa Groux, CN—Functional Nutritionist and Certified Autoimmune Coach. Based in Newport Beach, CA, Risa brings her passion for whole-food healing and years of experience working with clients facing autoimmune diseases, diabetes, digestive issues, and more. 🥗💪
In this episode, Risa shares how whole foods, functional testing, and holistic nutrition can be powerful tools for healing and wellness. She’s worked with everyone from professional athletes to “The Biggest Loser” alumni, helping people reclaim health through natural means. 🎙️🌍
🌟 Featured Partners for Autoimmune Warriors 🌟2024-11-2242 minStronger than AutoimmuneFrom Tech Titan to Autoimmune Warrior: Brian Bentow’s Journey to Healing Through Food
Today, I’m
thrilled to welcome Brian Bentow,
a tech entrepreneur, software architect, and author who has an incredible story
of resilience and innovation. With a career spanning leadership roles in tech
giants like Microsoft and startups that have collectively exited for over $700
million, Brian has made a name for himself in the world of healthcare IT and
software development. But after being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at 35,
Brian shifted his focus to healing himself through the Autoimmune Protocol
(AIP) Diet. Now, as the founder of Get Saucy, he’s on a mission to bring delicious, diet-frien...2024-10-2356 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneThe Brain and Autoimmunity: Interview with Dr. Sweta Adatia | Neurologist | TEDx SpeakerIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Sweta Adatia, a renowned neurologist. Currently practicing at Gargash Hospital in Dubai, UAE. She has over 13 prestigious awards in Medicine and Neurology, she has honed her skills across five continents, impacting over 50,000 lives. Dr. Adatia is a Stroke Fellow from the University of Calgary, Canada, and holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge, UK, where she received the "Brightest Minds" scholarship. In 2021, she worked with Defeat NCD at the United Nations to launch a care funding program for 90 low- and middle-income countries.
With over 50 publications, two books, and multiple...2024-09-2459 minStronger than AutoimmuneWho Do You Have On Your Side? Workers with Autoimmune Ailments AllianceToday I have a powerful interview that you can
make a difference with! I interviewed Emmanuel
Sessegnon. The Co-Founder and President of the Workers with Autoimmune
Ailments Alliance, an organization I started
to protect the rights and dignity of people with autoimmune diseases and the
immunocompromised. My main job is crafting legislation and presenting it to
state and federal lawmakers to improve the lives of the autoimmune community. I
truly enjoyed talking to Emmmanuel and so glad we have him making a difference
in the world! Enjoy the interview.
To be an WAAA advocate: https://www.doubleutriplea.org/become...2024-09-0541 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneRedefining Lives with Migraine Treatment: An interview with Kevin SmithHello warriors, It's been awhile. I recently had covid along with other infections. My guest is Dr. Kevin Smith, an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor based in Houston, Texas, whose pioneering work is transforming the lives of migraine sufferers and optimizing sports performance through innovative breathing techniques worldwide.
At the heart of Dr. Smith's practice is a groundbreaking procedure targeting the root cause of migraines – a deviated septum. Through meticulous evaluation and treatment, Kevin has achieved an impressive success rate, with over 4000 procedures performed and a remarkable 90% of patients experiencing significant relief. I brought him on the show to sh...2024-08-0944 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWhat do you do with mystery symptoms? An interview with Carrie BaileyToday's guest is no stranger to illness and strange body symptoms because she has helped hundreds of people overcome anxiety, depression and other weird mystery symptoms. Carrie Bailey is a highly skilled and compassionate Certified Functional Nutritionist.Carrie has a deep and unique understanding of the intricate connection between nutrition and emotional well-being, and she is dedicated to helping clients heal anxiety and depression through a highly personalized dietary and supplement approach that breaks conventional wisdom and provides clients with an extraordinary ability to get rid of their symptoms.Whether you're seeking to enhance your own mental...2024-07-1050 minStronger than AutoimmuneNew therapeutic treatment of chronic inflammatory disorders: An Interview with Dr. SantamariaToday's guest on the Strongert Than Autoimmune podcast is Dr. Pere Santamaria. Dr. Santamaria works out of the University of Calgary as a professor in the Microbiology, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases department. He is the chair of the Julia McFarlane Diabetes Research Centre and a member of the Immunology Research Group, the Hotchkiss Brain Institute, and the Calvin, Phoebe and Joan Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases. Santamaria's work is focused primarily on autoimmunity, antigen-specific therapy, and nanotechnology.
2024-06-0848 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneNeuropathy? It's more than numbness (An interview with Keith Day)Neuropathy is today's podcast subject. It can slowly steal your life away. In today's podcast I interview Keith Day. He is a Neuropathy Warrior—a dedicated thought leader with two decades of personal experience battling peripheral neuropathy. In his ten years as a speaker, Keith, educates and consults with medical providers and patients alike. As the founder of Neuropathy Truth, Keith focuses on Information, Education, Inspiration, and Motivation, believing that an informed patient makes optimal healthcare decisions. Bridging the gap between medical jargon and patient experience, he advocates for a holistic understanding of neuropathy.
To work with Ke...2024-05-1656 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneAyurveda for Autoimmune (Do you know your dosha?) An interview with Dr. Shivani GuptaI really enjoyed my interview with Dr. Shivani Gupta. I hope you get as much as I did from my conversation with her as I did.
So what about Dr. Gupta? Dr. Shivani Gupta is a renowned leader in the health and wellness industry. She is here to share Ayurveda with the world with a Western twist - teaching Doshas, Circadian Rhythm, Sleep Optimization, Igniting the Digestive Fire, and Gently Detoxing so we can all win at our health.Growing up, she battled chronic illness due to a weak immune system. After discovering her...2024-04-2551 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFinding Peace with Chronic Illness: An Interview with Xenia BrandstetterIn today's episode, I discuss finding peace and your true self in living with chronic illness or autoimmune disease with Xenia Brandstetter. She used to work in Finance until she fell ill in her mid-20s with multiple autoimmune diseases. She couldn't keep up with my job and my life, was bedridden for a while, and eventually decided to quit while focusing only on my recovery. During that time,she overshot and became obsessed with living a healthy lifestyle, struggling with depression and disordered eating. She was eventually able to turn it around and find balance, which is when...2024-04-111h 07
Stronger than AutoimmuneHow can Leapcure benefit you? An interview with Rithana SrikanthIn today's episode I speak to Rithana Srikanth, the Advocacy Partnerships Specialist for LeapCure.
Leapcure's mission is for clinical trials to be tailored for people. They make patient voices and concerns a priority for researchers, while connecting patients with clinical trial options.
To learn more about Leapcure: https://www.leapcure.com/
Thank you for listening Autoimmune warriors. I want you to be aware of three companies.
One, Aila Health is helpful to tracking your lifestyle to reduce flares. But it is more than a tracking app. Aila Health uses data develop a personalized ca...2024-03-2926 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLearn to stop living in constant stress? An interview with Gina RamirezIn this episode of the Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast I interview Gina Ramirez. She is a Certified Health Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Worksite Wellness Specialist.She specializes in guiding professional women who are struggling to establish a stable and sustainable way to have the career they love and life they crave.Gina guides her clients to a gentle understanding of integration; creating a beautiful tapestry of lifestyle, exercise, attitude, and nutrition around current life circumstances. Her coaching programs foster a partnership to find the best solution to the client's wellness needs.
...2024-02-2932 minStronger than AutoimmuneWhere to start when you are chronically ill? An interview with Allison SamonIn this week's episode, I speak to Allison Samon. Allison is a Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner who works virtually with people to get out of chronic illness, escape from mystery symptoms, and help re-design their lifestyle so they can be fit, energized, and pain free in ways that are easy, fun, and sustainable. Allison struggled with unexplained chronic pain for over 10 years. Her remarkable healing journey became the basis for her programs: Reboot from Chronic Illness and the Chronic Illness Recovery Blueprint. She’s also written an ebook “Detoxing Endocrine Disruptors: Essential Checklist” and is a featured author in the...2024-02-1354 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneThe importance of sleep on your mental health: An interview with Dr Nishi Bhopal (S.3, E.67)
Hello Stronger Than Autoimmune Warriors! This week's podcast is with Nishi Bhopal MD is board certified in Psychiatry, Sleep Medicine, and Integrative Holistic Medicine. She is the founder and medical director of Pacific Integrative Psychiatry, an online practice in California where patients receive a whole-person approach to anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders, including nutrition, psychotherapy, and integrative and functional medicine.
In addition to her private practice, Dr. Bhopal is the founder of IntraBalance, an educational platform for physicians and therapists that includes a YouTube channel and online courses on clinical sleep medicine for healthcare practitioners. Her passion is making...2024-01-2556 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWhat can White Willow do for you? An interview with Michelle Mills (S.3, E.66)Happy New Year Stronger Than Autoimmune listeners! It’s my pleasure to introduce you to Michelle Mills. She is the founder of Nature’s Willow a pain relief cream product made with White Willow bark and essential oils. She originally created the brand to ease her mother's fibromyalgia pain. I brought her on the show to talk about how she started experimenting with pain cream.
To buy Nature's Willow: https://natureswillow.com/
Thank you for listening Autoimmune warriors. I want you to be aware of three companies.
One Aila Health is helpful to tracking your lifestyle to reduce flares. But...2024-01-1339 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWhat your girlfriend will tell you about lupus? An Interview with Amanda Chay (S.2 E. 65)This week's podcast features Amanda Chay. Mrs. Chay is an author, entrepreneur, and lifelong health nut who has helped countless businesses and individuals put their health first. With a master's degree in counseling and as the owner of a stress reduction and mindfulness training company, Amanda brings a wealth of expertise to her work.
She is a member of the University of North Carolina Lupus Stakeholder Advisory Board and is a Lupus Foundation of American external affairs committee member for NC. When she’s not planning her next travel adventure with her daughters and husband, she’s drinkin...2023-12-1546 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHow to balance autoimmunity and marriage? Interview with Claire Jørgensen (S.2 Epis. 64)In this week's Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast episode. We discuss marriage. Marriage is already tough but when you bring chronic illness into the mix it gets more tough. My guest is a marriage coach, Claire Jørgensen has experience in both failing a marriage, a blossoming marriage and being a caregiver.
Claire Afua Jørgensen, is based in Denmark, married and with two kids. She is an NLP Practitioner and a Christian Marriage Coach. She is currently immersed in the pursuit of a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Faith. Over the past few years, she has worked with co...2023-12-041h 01
Stronger than AutoimmuneWould you like a chronic pain reset? An interview with Dr. Afton Hassett (S2, Epi. 63)In this week's Stronger Than Autoimmune podcast episode, I discuss chronic pain with Dr. Afton Hassett. A subject that autoimmune warriors know all too well. Dr. Afton L. Hassett is an Associate Professor and Director of Pain and Opioid Research in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan. She is a principal investigator at the Chronic Pain & Fatigue Research Center who has over $14M of research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Viewed as a leader in the field of chronic pain and resilience, she recently gave the Keynote address at the 2023 Pain Consortium Symposium on...2023-11-0745 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFind out what reflexology can do for fibromyalgia...among other illnesses (S2, Epi. 62)In today's podcast, I speak to reflexologist Hamish and Marcia. We discuss what reflexology is and how it helps different chronic illnesses but especially in fibromyalgia.
Hamish Edgar, a Reflexologist and mental health nurse in South Yorkshire, UK. He worked all his life in the field of mental health, he began to develop a reflexology approach to mental health
problems called Limbic Reflexology. He teaches Limbic Reflexology and since 2018 he has a course online.
Also, let me also introduce you to Marcia Edwards, Reflexologist
and First Aid for Mental Health Instructor. She became a Reflexologist i...2023-10-131h 14
Stronger than AutoimmuneButter is Better: An Interview with Sally Morell of the Weston Price Foundation and Nourishing Traditions Cookbook (S2, Epi. 61)Hola Warriors, This week’s guest on the Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast is Sally Fallon Morell. She is the founding president of The Weston A. Price Foundation (westonaprice.org), a non-profit nutrition education foundation dedicated to returning nutrient-dense food to American tables, and editor of the Foundation’s quarterly journal. She is also the founder of A Campaign for Real Milk (realmilk.com), which has as its goal universal access to clean raw milk from pasture-fed animals. She has extensive experience in the testing and production of unpasteurized milk and milk products.
She is the author of the best-selling cookbook Nouri...2023-09-2235 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneProject Managing Chronic Illness with PrettySickLupusChick (Shamikka Marty) S. 2 Epi. 60Today's episode features Shamikka Marty aka PrettySickLupusChick. She currently resides in Bay Area, California but is originally from New Jersey. She lives with her husband of 18 years, Henry and
has 3 beautiful children Amaru, Alejandra and Antonio plus her 2 puppies Luna and Lilo. She graduated from Williamstown High School and earned her degree in International Business from Rutgers University. She then ventured to obtain her certification in Project Management, Scrum Master and Cybersecurity from Rutgers School of Business.
She currently works as a Cybersecurity Project Manager, Motivational Speaker, Social Media Influencer for Chronic Illness, Board member for several Or...2023-09-0848 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneReduce Pain through Faith+Food+Fitness: An Interview with Ashley Nicole (S. 2 Epi. 59) First Video CastWarriors, It's my first video podcast so please forgive the introduction and outro.
Please enjoy my interview with original Bama lady, Ashley Nicole Davis, NFPT. She is a professional bodybuilding athlete with the Global Bodybuilding
Organization and the Natural Fit Federation and the Master Trainer and Autoimmune Health Coach of RA Warrior Fitness. She founded RA Warrior Fitness in 2020 because she was able to manage rheumatoid arthritis and lupus through lifestyle. Ashley inspires her Warriors to reach their goals
while achieving maximum results and making RHEUM to RISE!
To let about Ashley Nicole Founder and A...2023-08-2437 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneDealing with L.E.M. Syndrome, Mid Life and More: An Interview with Kelly Majdan (S.2 Epi. 58)Hola warriors I had the opportunity to interview Kelly Majdan. After twenty-five years in the financial services. She left to start her Wellness Advising business due to her injuries and he husbands autoimmune illness. Kelly's mission is to help other mid-lifers make a plan for their wellness and encourage them to overcome their obstacles and enjoy life. I brought her on the show to talk about her book, how she cares for her husband
and how she helps clients optimize their time, money, and resources.
I hope you were able to steal some gems from the conversation wi...2023-08-1947 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneDefeating Multiple Sclerosis: An interview with Adrienne Scharli S. 2, Epi. 57Thank you for joining me for another episode of Stronger than Autoimmune, today I feature Adrienne Scharli. She is a health advocate, a Realtor, a wife, and a step-mom of 3 grown children. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 45 but now has no symptoms or markers. She is on is to spread the word that most chronic diseases can be healed naturally when you change your diet and lifestyle. I brought her on the show to share her story.
I was pumped after Adriennes interview because it gives hope. If you are interested in l...2023-08-1039 min
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Stronger than AutoimmuneConquering Your Fibromyalgia PART III: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 56)This week's episode is part three and FINAL episode of my conversation with Dr. Michael Lenz. Dr. Lenz is a Pediatrician, Internist, Clinical Lipidologist and Lifestyle Medicine Doctor. In addition to being a doctor. He is an author, podcast host, producer, and blogger for Conquering Your Fibromyalgia. In this podcast, we discuss Fibromyalgia and recognizing symptoms in babies. We also discuss helping the central pain nervous system.
Check out these links to read his book, Conquering Your Fibromyalgia or listen to his podcast.
Fibromyalgia is a complex but relieved to have Dr Lenz on Team Fibro. If you are interested in...2023-08-0531 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneConquering Your Fibromyalgia PART II: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 55)This week's episode is part two of my conversation with Dr. Michael Lenz. Dr. Lenz is four doctors in one. He is a Pediatrician, Internist, Clinical Lipidologist and Lifestyle Medicine Doctor. In addition to being a doctor. He is an author, podcast host, producer, and blogger for Conquering Your Fibromyalgia. In this podcast, we discuss Fibromyalgia and what this invisible illness is. He also shares how he recognizes the diagnosis and what helps fibromyalgia. This week we discuss the link between ADHD and Fibromyalgia.
Check out these links to read his book, Conquering Your Fibromyalgia or listen to hi...2023-07-2130 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneConquering Your Fibromyalgia: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 54)I am honored to have spent two hours with Dr. Michael Lenz. Today is part one of my conversation with him. Dr. Lenz is four doctors in one. He is a Pediatrician, Internist, Clinical Lipidologist and Lifestyle Medicine Doctor. In addition to being a doctor. He is an author, podcast host, producer, and blogger for Conquering Your Fibromyalgia. In this podcast, we discuss Fibromyalgia and what this invisible illness is. He also shares how he recognizes the diagnosis and what helps fibromyalgia.
Check out these links to read his book, Conquering Your Fibromyalgia or listen to his...2023-07-1428 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneDo you know what Ninja Foods are? An interview with Christina Glowac (S.2, Epi 53)In today's episode, Christina Glowac, MSW, LICSW. She brings her own family's personal experience with Lyme disease, as well as her background as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, together to write this engaging book to support children and families in dealing with dietary restrictions that occur as a result of illness. The lifestyle changes and treatments that she and her children have gone through have been significant. I brought her on the show to talk about the healing process and her book, Ninja foods.
Follow Christina on Instagram @Ninjafoods_childrensbook and on her Facebook Page: Nin...2023-07-0640 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneBecome Immune confident with Dr Kara Wada (S.2, Epi 52)Today I introduce Dr. Kara Wada also known as the Crunchy Allergist. Kara is a a board-certified pediatric and adult allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine physician but she so much more than that…she is a mom of 3 young kids, a wife, asystemic Sjogren’s patient, a trauma-informed certified life coach, aTEDx speaker, and Dr. Midwest America. She loves helping people become immune confident and that is why I brought her on the
show.
To learn about Dr. Kara Wada's program or work with her check this out or follow her IG account
To learn more about...2023-06-3053 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneMore antioxidants than green tea? Special Leaf (An interview with Chris Cook) S.2 E #51I am excited to have Chris Cook, an executive chef and Founder and CEO at Special Leaf on today's podcast. Prior to Special Leaf, Chris Cook, was a professional consultant and was diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis. Now, he is on a mission to share the benefits of Special Leaf (Olive Leaf Tea). Special Leaf's mission is to help people through naturally functional ready-to-drink iced teas made with olive leaf, all-natural ingredients, and no added sugar. Full of anti-oxidants (2x more than green tea) and immune-boosting capabilities so give it a try.
Special Leaf Tea2023-06-1640 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWhat's new with Type 1 Diabetes: An interview with Dr. Ake Lernmark (S.2, Epi. #50)This week's podcast features Ake Lernmark, MD, PhD. His research interest in autoimmune type 1 diabetes dates back before his islet
cell surface antibodies report in 1978. Which was followed by the first islet autoantigen, the 64K in 1982. He also discovered the genetic association
between HLA-DQ and autoimmune diabetes. He helped develop the “Golden Standard” which is used to detect newborns for diabetes risk and other diseases. His Swedish laboratory is the largest TEDDY location which screened and followed newborns at increased genetic risk for type 1 diabetes and celiac disease. His personal interest is to uncover the mechanisms that allow prolonged infe...2023-06-0645 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneIridology with Corry Lang: A Regenerative Detoxification Specialist and Iridologist (S.2, E. 49)This weeks podcast features Corry Lang. She is a certified Regenerative Detoxification Specialist and Iridologist with twelve years in scientific research. She detoxified and healed herself from lupus, fibromyalgia and Hashimoto's symptoms. Now she helps others to determine the underlying root causes of their seemingly “incurable” disease" and guides people to detoxify and heal themselves so they can start living again without pain, fatigue and pharmaceuticals. I brought heron the show to discuss how she helped herself and helps others with chronic illness.
www.corrylang.com/detox
https://www.instagram.com/detoxifyandheal/
If you want...2023-05-2540 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneSkin, Science and Sjogren's: An interview with Dr. Lobo Part II (A Chemist and Nutritional Biologist) S. 2, Ep. 48Today's podcast, it is part two of my interview with skin care scientist, Dr Rebecca (Bexi) Lobo. She is a chemist and nutritional biologist who lives with Sjogren’s and eczema. She is the founder and owner of Bexi’s Bespoke Revitalisation, her skin care practice offering a different approach to personal care, one that is scientific, truly natural, and absolutely personal. Her established skincare line and bespoke skin and hair care formulations are made using whole foods such as goat’s milk, honey, ginger, lime and nut and seed oils. Bexi is driven by creativity, her passions for food and bioch...2023-05-1753 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneSkin, Science and Sjogren's: An interview with Dr. Lobo (A Chemist and Nutritional Biologist) S. 2, Ep. 47Today's podcast, it is actually part one of two episode that I speak to a skin care scientist, Dr Rebecca (Bexi) Lobo. She is a chemist and nutritional biologist who lives with Sjogren’s and eczema. She is the founder and owner of Bexi’s Bespoke Revitalisation, her skin care practice offering a different approach to personal care, one that is scientific, truly natural, and absolutely personal. Her established skincare line and bespoke skin and hair care formulations are made using whole foods such as goat’s milk, honey, ginger, lime and nut and seed oils. Bexi is driven by creativ...2023-05-0437 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneVagus Nerve Stimulation for Autoimmune Disease: An Interview with Paul Peter Tak (S.2, Ep.46)Hello Warriors! I had the pleasure of being able to speak to Paul Peter Tak . He is a business leader, academic, entrepreneur and clinician who has over 30 years’ experience in medicine as a prominent expert in Immunology, Internal Medicine, and Rheumatology. Paul Peter is currently the President, CEO, and Board Director of Candel Therapeutics, the Co-Founder and Board Director of SitryxTherapeutics, and Board Director of Levicept and Citryll. He hasserved as Professor of Medicine at the University of Amsterdam and holds numerous honors with a special focus on Immunology and Rheumatology. I brought him on the show to discuss his inv...2023-05-0149 min
Thyroid StrongThe Thyroid Strong experience from the perspective of a health coach with Desiree WerlandEver wonder what Thyroid Strong is like from the opinion of a certified heath coach? Today I have on Desiree Werland to share her experience going through Thyroid Strong and joining the membership after called Stay Strong for more weekly Hashimoto’s friendly workouts.Desiree believes health is real wealth because every part of life relies on the status of your wellness. Desiree is a quadruple Autoimmune Warrior: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Endometriosis, and Fibromyalgia. Each condition complicated her diagnostic journey, which inspired her to become a certified functional health coach. Today, she partners with individuals diagnosed wi...2023-04-2437 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHave you heard of Trigeminal Neuralgia? An interview with Michele Vogt (S.2 E. 45)
In today’s interview, I speak to Rare Disease Warrior, Michele Vogt. In 2018, Michele was diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuropathy (a-typical facial pain),
Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Anesthesia Dolorosa. I brought her on the show because it’s important to spread awareness of rare diseases also. In her interview, you will learn how she developed these rare diseases and you will also witness her resilience and determination to her health that will inspire you.
To learn more about Michele's diseases go to her site: https://trigeminalneuralgiawarriors.com/
Even though Michele struggles everyday with pain she still has hope...2023-04-211h 00
Stronger than AutoimmuneExperience a Better Life with Dr. Pinkston (S.2, E. 44)It is my pleasure to introduce Dr Marianne Pinkston a family practice and integrative medicine physician in the San Antonio community for over 25 years. She suffered with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, and cancer while being the medical direction of 3 medical offices. Dr Pinkston lost 162lbs after being diagnosed with diabetes and since then has trained for fitness competitions. She is Vice Chair to the South Texas Arthritis Foundation, Global Pain Association Board, Health and Fitness editor of SA Monthly Magazine. Dr Pinkston is a radio talk show host and hosts a YouTube channel both locally and nationally for 3 years...2023-04-0945 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFrom Crohn's disease to Wellness Collection: An interview with Cassie Sobelton (S.2, E. 43)Hello Warriors, I am happy to introduce Cassie Sobelton. She went from working more than 70 hours a week but things came to a halt when she received the diagnosis of Crohn's disease. Since then, she made Mind, Body and Spirit a priority in her life. I brought her on the show to share her journey from an unbalanced life to a balanced healing life, writing books and having her own company called Wellness Collection.
Connection, Support and Consistency to moving forward for health seems to be Cassie’s way. I wonder what you took away from the po...2023-03-1840 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLooms for Lupus: An interview with the Mata Sisters (S.2, E. 42)Warriors, this interview is with the Mata sisters from Looms for Lupus. Looms for Lupus was founded after Juana, the oldest of the three sisters, was diagnosed with Lupus in 2009. Looms for Lupus is a non-profit organization that provides lupus, fibromyalgia and mental health awareness, advocacy, and support to not only those living with these conditions but their loved ones and caregivers. They provide bilingual programs, tools, and workshops to empower the individual and community. Their aim is to create an environment to reassert a sense of hope during illness so the individual can take charge of their life...2023-03-1155 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneStart where you are nutrition: An interview with Amy Lucas (S.2, E. 41)Today's podcast is about nutrition. I had the opportunity to interview with Amy Lucas owner and dietitian of Chef Crafted Nutrition. We spoke about her background of being a chef, how she became a dietitian and how science and testing is the corner stone of her work. In the interview, we witness how Amy juggles new motherhood and career so she understands each solution for a client needs to be personalized for their lifestyle. I brought her on the show to share how she works with nutrition in autoimmune diseases.
I was surprised to hear that nutrition i...2023-03-0528 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLupies Unite with Founder Janay Townes (S.2, E. 40)In today's podcast, I interview founder of Lupies Unite, Janay Townes. Janay was diagnosed with Lupus nephritis stage four in 2004 at fifteen years old and since then has suffered many co-morbidities and surgeries. Her journey lead her to start Lupies Unite so people with lupus can have a voice and be heard. We talked about her journey with lupus and how she started a mentor program from newly diagnosed Lupies and their loved ones.
To be an ambassador, send a Lupie Gram or get a mentor go to Lupies Unite. Sending all you warriors love.
ht...2023-02-2633 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneA journey of acceptance with Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Interview with Ruth Hollingsworth (Episode #39)Today's episode features a Rheumatoid Arthritis sufferer of 30 Years, Ruth Hollingsworth. She spoke about what triggered her diagnosis and where she is today. Getting a chronic illness diagnosis is a start to a new life. Ruth opened up beautifully about therapy and the process of grief and acceptance. I hope you enjoy the episode. Everyone's journey of acceptance happens at a different time. To follow her and her charities that she is involved in check out the links below.
https://www.instagram.com/ra_all_day/
Patient representative with @nras_uk and @versusarthritis
If y...2023-02-1841 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneDr. David Klatzmann:Treating Autoimmune Disease with Enhanced Regulatory T Cells (Episode #38)Hello Warriors, In todays podcast, I had the opportunity to have Dr David Klatzmann review his work for the treatment os autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Dr. Klatzmann received his MD and PhD from the Pierre & Marie Curie University and Medical School, Paris (France). He is Professor of Immunology at Sorbonne Université and Head of Biotherapy at Pitié-Salpêtière Hospital. He is the director of the Immunology-Immunopathology-Immunotherapy laboratory. His research interests have been and still are in translational Immunology, with currently a special focus on regulatory T cells. He co-discovered HIV and discovered its receptor. He pioneered low-dose IL-2...2023-02-1046 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFind Emmitt a Kidney: Male Lupus Warrior (Episode #37)Today I am catching up with Emmitt Henderson III also known as Male Lupus Warrior. Emmitt is a Lupus patient, advocate and survivor. He was diagnosed with SLE, Cutaneous and Lupus Nephritis. He went into complete kidney failure in 2011 and received a donor in 2013. As of August 2022, he underwent total kidney failure again and is back on the kidney transplant list. I brought him on the show to share how continues to inspiring others in Lupus and Autoimmune Community and his journey with lupus. Emmitt is an inspiration to all autoimmune warriors. His ability to continue to have faith...2023-02-0326 min
Stronger than AutoimmunePowderful: A supplement created with you in mind (Episode #36)Today’s guest is Nicola Cartwright, the co founder of Powderful. Powderful is a dietary supplement containing functional mushrooms, adaptogens, spices, and zinc. Designed to support cognitive function, immune function, skin and gut health, and energy levels. I brought her on the show to walk us through what Powderful can do for the body.Powderful sounds like it’s made with quality ingredients and designed with modern lives in mind. If you curious about Powderful go to their website and get a bag of your own and create your own delicious recipe.
Website: www.powderful.com
IG...2023-01-2727 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFeed Your Muscle for Hashimoto's: An Interview with Dr. Emily Kiberd Episode #35January is “Thyroid Awareness Month,” which brings attention to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis because of this I asked Dr Emily Kiberd to join us on the podcast. Dr Kiberd earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the University of Western States. Her expertise spans many therapeutic fields like biomechanics, yoga, and functional movement patterns. She reversed her own Hashimoto’s and believes every woman with Hashimoto’s can feel strong and confident in their body. She created a course for women struggling with Hashimoto’s to learn how to exercise to lose weight and beat fatigue. I brought her on the show to...2023-01-1850 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneMore Than A Headache: Migraines (An interview with Isa from Good Days Program) Episode #34Happy New Year Warriors! I am happy to continue to have your support and bring you quality guests and information on the podcast. The stronger than Autoimmune podcast mission is to encourage creating small changes to improve health by providing knowledge and support. There is no cure for autoimmune disease but we can be Stronger than Autoimmune!
Today my guest is Co-founder of Good Days Program and certified head coach in nutrition, Isabelle O'Caroll. As a chronic illness warrior she lived with the side effects of medication for years until her doctor introduced her to the autoimmune...2023-01-1136 minStronger than AutoimmuneChronic illness support with Chronius HealthToday, I will be introducing you to the the CEO of Chronius Health, Danielle Lazarowitz. After 10 years of managing a chronic illness and ending up in the ICU for a second time, the idea of Chronius was born. Chronius Health is one a place for all of your health data, a personalized plan to navigate your care journey, and one guide by your side to ensure you get the care you deserve.
Danielle never stopped being her own advocate now she is helping others do the same. If you are interested in Chronius Health join the wait...2022-12-1541 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneSex and Chronic IllnessWarning: This today’s episode (number 31) contains adult sexual content that may not be suitable for some audiences and is inappropriate for children. The content is intended for mature audiences only.
My guest today is Elle. She is a chronic illness warrior, sex coach and educator. For the last 3 years, she had taught and presented, and written for organizations including Mental Health America and the Endometriosis Foundation of America. She is currently completing my Masters in Social Work with a focus on relationships and sexuality. I brought her on the show to discuss sex with chronic illness. My...2022-12-0941 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneAn interview with Liz Roth from Lupus Foundation of America (Lonestar Chapter)Today, I will be introducing you to Liz Roth with Lupus Lonestar of America. Lupus Lonestar is a Texas chapter of Lupus Foundation of America. The Lupus Foundation is devoted to solving the cruel mystery of lupus and work with local health professionals, patients, and volunteers to provide information, raise money to support research, and educational programs so everyone affected by lupus can have an improved quality of life. The non profit is dedicated to changing lives and creating an inspirational community. To find more information, volunteer or make donations, see the show notes below.
Lupuslonestar.org...2022-12-0128 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneBreath Work with GianniIn today’s episode, I interview Gianni Neiviller. In the past, he was a bass player in a punk band called 1000 Mona Lisas and Italian restaurant owner. But as he did self discovery work and experimented with sleep optimization, nutrition, and more he became a self professed bio-hacker and certified facilitator in breathwork. I brought him on the show to talk about what breath work has done for himself and how he is helping others. I hope enjoy learning how breath work can help your overall wellbeing, self regulation and healing. To learn more about Gianni’s breathwork program go to...2022-11-2450 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneMake a difference with ImyooIn this week's podcast, I speak to Emily Harari and Keyla Caba in this week's episode. Emily is the Engagement and Outreach Lead at ImYoo. Keyla Caba is a model, IBD warrior, Advocate, and Imyoo champion. ImYoo is a company trying to connect the dots on autoimmunity. Their tech looks at gene expression from samples that patients collect themselves at home. They are working to democratize research by sourcing ideas from the patient community. They collaborate with doctors to make research clinically actionable and making research more transparent by posting budget and project updates.
Remember anyone can h...2022-11-1746 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneA conversation with Dr. Debbie and AutoimmunityIn today's episode, I speak with Dr. Debbie Smrz. She is a Naturopathic physician and a certified hypnotherapist. She has travelled to Europe to undertake further training in biological medicine and is trained in Darkfield Microscopy and terrain analysis. She has first-hand experience dealing the PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuro-psychiatric Disorder associated with Strep Infection). Dr. Debbie has worked in the fitness industry for 13 years and is a past Rugby Football and Lacrosse player. She has won Best Naturopathic Doctor in Markham in 2016 and 2017, won the Young Entrepreneur Award in 2016. Her focus is in Anti-aging and Brain health. She believes t...2022-11-1039 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLove...in sickness and & business: An interview with Illness Coaching Psychologist PART IIThis episode is part two of my interview with the power couple, husband and wife, Keith and Amy Mayers. As a reminder, Keith is a Autoimmune Warrior living with vasculitis that inspired him to coach on psychology and mindset. Amy is a chronic illness warrior living with narcolepsy and is the master mind of the business with marketing and social media. Their business is supporting clients on their health journeys to live the best possible life with chronic conditions. Below is how to learn more about the couple.
Contact Information- Illness Coach. Keith and Amy Mayers
2022-11-0349 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneA supplement for inflammation, detoxification and brain health: BrocEliteHey Autoimmune warriors in todays episode I interview, David Roberts from Mara Labs to speak about BrocElite supplement. David has more than 20 years of experience working in quantitative research. He holds master’s degrees in public health from Johns Hopkins and in biomedical engineering from the University of Virginia. His work has helped bring the first bioavailable sulforaphane supplement called BrocElite to market. Sulforaphane is a sulfur-containing compound derived from cruciferous vegetables like broccoli. We talk about the difference of other sulforaphane products in the market. We go over the benefits of sulforaphane like inflammation, detoxification, brain health and how...2022-10-2651 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLove...in sickness & business: An interview with Illness Coaching PsychologistToday, I am introducing my first couple, husband and wife, Keith and Amy Mayers, Keith is a Autoimmune Warrior living with vasculitis that inspired him to coach on psychology and mindset. Amy is a chronic illness warrior living with narcolepsy and is the master mind of the business with marketing and social media. Their business is supporting clients on their health journeys to live the best possible life with chronic conditions. Below is how to learn more about the couple.
Contact Information- Illness Coach. Keith and Amy Mayers
info@illnesscoach.com
URL: illnesscoach.co...2022-10-2031 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneAn Approachable Way To Yoga: An interview with Allison Ray JeraciToday, I want to Introduce you to Allison Ray Jeraci. She is an international yoga teacher who specializes in prop variation, pose-groundwork and variations for accessibility. Allison is also a featured writer for Yoga International and YogaUOnline. She has led multiple yoga trainings for various studios, online platforms, and leads her own series of continuing education for Yoga teachers. I brought her on the show to get her expertise on how autoimmune warriors can benefit and enjoy yoga with variations or props.
I hope you learned how yoga can be done on your own terms. If you a...2022-10-0543 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneUltra-Rare Disease Advocate: David RoseIn this week’s episode, it is a pleasure to introduce David Rose, as ultra-rare disease patient speaker and advocate. For 8 years, he has been advocating his ultra-rare condition called Occipital Horn Syndrome. As marketer and business developer of Rare Revolution Magazine he has been able to broaden the voice of patients with rare conditions. When he isn’t marketing or advocating, he is volunteering at Great Ormond Street Hospital. I brought him on the show to share his journey of resilience. It was a pleasure to learn from David and his experiences. If you are needing more connection and...2022-10-0143 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneVirtual Care for the Autoimmune Warrior: Aila Health InterviewToday's episode, I introduce you to Shannon Sims. She has a PhD and master’s degree in mind-body medicine and is a graduate professor for mind-body medicine at Saybrook University. She also an integrative wellness coach with Aila Health. I brought her on the show to talk about Aila Health and how the company uses technology for patients and health care providers to make decisions for preventive care and complex chronic condition management. Aila Health is more than a tracking app…it brings insight to what is working and gives you a community. Look into Aila Health and how it ca...2022-09-2245 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFood brings people together: An interview with Chef Shannon BerendsI am excited to have Shannon Berends, a professional chef and food scientist on today’s episode. Chef Berends lives by the following mantra: “Food brings people together.” But after discovering the lack of fresh, innovative, and delicious recipes for individuals with dietary restrictions, Berends felt called to devote her experience in the kitchen to promote food inclusivity. Thus, The Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook was born—a collection of gourmet autoimmune-friendly and anti-inflammatory dishes designed to give everyone a seat at the table. I brought her on the show to talk about her new book and her journey with cooking for autoimmu...2022-09-1334 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneSelf Care and Being a Care Giver: An interview with Sam NajeraIt is my pleasure to introduce you to Samantha Najera, As CEO of the Media & Marketing firm, HeartFire Media, she has led the company to work with clients including University Health Systems, Pizza Patron, Salvation Army, American Heart Association and won several awards along the way. Samantha is also founder of Bad ass of the week. In 2017, she co-created Bean & Chisme show, a bilingual comedy that celebrates Latino lifestyle. She also finds time serve on the Board of the Westside YMCA in San Antonio and St. Jude's Ranch for Children. I brought her on the show to share how...2022-09-0941 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneNot The ENDO of the World: An interview with K. MaraToday, I want to Introduce you to K. Mara also known as Not the Endo of the World. She spread awareness about endometriosis through her Instagram posts and blog. I brought her on the show to share her journey with endometriosis.
Note: Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disorder that affects 2–10% of women of reproductive age. Endometriosis is not considered an autoimmune disease but has an association between endometriosis and autoimmune diseases has been proposed. There has been other associations of high risk chronic diseases, such as cancer, asthma and cardiovascular diseases found with endometriosis. It’s important to s...2022-09-0152 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneLupus Stroke Survivor: Krystabel DjajalieToday, it’s my pleasure to introduce to an autoimmune warrior, Krystabel Djajalie. She went from smoking, alcohol, and staying up late to creating more of a balanced lifestyle because her body didn’t give her an option. After having a lupus induced stroke, she decided it’s time to change. In Malaysia, Krystabel had no support in her lupus journey so now it’s her mission to give Lupus a voice by creating community through shared experiences.
https://www.lupus.org/personal-stories/krystabel-d-diagnosed-at-age-23
Instagram: @onewithlupus
If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow or subscri...2022-08-2945 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHappy Gut Foods: An interview with Traniece LewisToday, I will be introducing you to Traniece Lewis, the CEO of Happy Gut Foods. Happy Gut foods is a San Antonio food company that uses the ancient art of fermentation to preserve and transform food. They create small batches and use local, organic, clean ingredients. I brought Traniece on the show to share how she got started with Happy Gut Foods and What Happy Gut Foods can do for you.
Fermented foods are Kefir, Kimchi, Yogurt, Kombucha, Pickles, Sauerkraut, Sourdough bread, Miso, Tempeh, Raw Cheese, Apple Cider Vinegar, Kvass, Natto.
According to Health Benefits...2022-08-2037 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWellness Wednesday with Chris Dillon: Micro HabitsAs promised, I mentioned I would bring back Chris Dillon, the wellness guy to the Stronger Than Autoimmune Podcast. Chris and I decided to collaborate and have a biweekly podcast, called Wellness Wednesday. We will bring you health tips, wellness information and motivation to keep you going for the workspace and for individuals with and without autoimmune disease.
As a recap, Chris Dillon has been in the health and wellness industry for 20 plus years. He is currently program manager at WebMD. Two weeks ago we discussed health in the workspace, motivation, dimensions of health, priorities and micro...2022-08-1728 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneThe Wellness Guy: An Interview with Chris DillonIt’s my pleasure to introduce you to Chris Dillon. He has been in the health and wellness space for almost 20 years. He has worked in higher education giving back knowledge to our future. Recently, he became the internship coordinator of community health at University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio. During the day, he is Well-Being program manager at WebMD Health Services. Currently, he is working on his PhD of Health Education. I brought him on the show to not only share his knowledge but how he influencing the health and wellbeing in different environments.
*Note in...2022-08-0438 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWe Hate Arthritis: An Interview With Kaley DeRoseIt’s my pleasure to introduce you to Kaley DeRose. Her autoimmune journey started at 2 years old when she was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. Now, at 19 she has taken back her life being 95% symptom free. Since then, she has wrote a book, created and e-course, sells pain relief product, and created a community called We hate Arthritis. She has taken back her life and has created a course to help other do the same. If you are interested in the e course or what Kaley is up to next please see the show notes.
Kaley mentions to...2022-07-2230 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneEmpower Health: Eliminate Bias In Care (Interview with Aneri Patel)In today's episode, I speak to Aneri Patel, the CEO and Founder of Empower Health. I brought her on the show to share her own journey through the healthcare system and how it sparked the vision of Empower Health which is a community-based healthcare provider review platform. The mission is to eliminate bias in care, one patient-physician interaction at a time. Please check out the Empower Health website, create an account and submit your review of your health care provider. Providing your opinion will help your community not only from medical gaslighting but improve patient-physician interactions.
Website...2022-07-1150 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHealing Through Jin Shin Jyutsu: Beth Lendrum Part IIThis podcast episode is part two of Healing through Jin Shin Jyutsu. We dig deeper into Beth Lendrum's past and talk more about her practice and how she healed from Lyme disease. We speak about pattern and how everything is connected in our life as viewed through Eastern philosophy to heal and live your best life. We also discuss how she stays healthy when healing others. So please enjoy my second interview with Beth. Thank you for listening to my interview with Beth. I hope you were able to take away a valuable tool to help with flares, trauma...2022-07-0737 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneHealing Through Jin Shin Jyutsu: Beth Lendrum (Part 1)Today I will introduce you to Beth Lendrum, a wellness educator, healer, and creator of the 4 Minute Flow. After experiencing a serious health challenge, she studied modalities like Reiki, Eastern nutrition, Chinese Medicine, Massage Therapy, and essential oils. It is through Jin Shin Jyutsu that Beth reclaimed her health. Beth's goal is to teach people self-care techniques that help them on their journey to wellness. These practices support the body whether it is a chronic illness, cancer, fatigue, stress or recovering from a sports injury. Jin Shin Jyutsu is also extremely effective in the healing of latent emotions in t...2022-06-3035 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneMale Lupus Warrior: Emmitt Henderson IIIToday, I'm excited to introduce you to Emmitt Henderson III. He is a Male Lupus Warrior and creating big waves in the lupus community as the president of Male Lupus Warrior Corporation. He is also Co-Founder of the Lupus Dream Team, Board member of the Autoimmune Community Institute and Lupus Sorority and involved in the Lupus Foundation of San Diego. That isn’t all, he also creates connection and space to support other lupus warriors monthly. I brought him on the show to share his unique journey and how he juggles everything he does with lupus.
In th...2022-06-1645 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWarrior Connect: Creating Community through ConnectionToday, I will be introducing you to WarriorConnect, or WC, is a 501c3 non-profit, volunteer-run organization that puts together care packages for people who are overcoming health obstacles. WarriorConnect is also passionate and dedicated about spreading awareness about various health conditions in order to make the community more aware of some of the health challenges people face. To be volunteer mor make donations, see the show notes below.
IG @warrior_connect
Email warriorconnect2@gmail.com
Website warriorconnect2.org
If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow or subscribe to the show. If y...2022-06-0933 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneThe Body Mind Connection: An interview with Chiara PopinIn this podcast, I interview Chiara Popin. She is a fitness enthusiast, reiki master and author. She supports Autoimmune Warriors through her YouTube channel where she teaches meditation, energy healing, and supportive movement for chronic illness. I enjoyed I brought her on the show to share her journey. I enjoyed how she is approaching her illness from different angles and inspiring others.
To work with Chiara or follow her on IG, YouTube or read her book see the following show notes.
https://www.instagram.com/chronicallyfitwithchiara/
https://youtube.com/channel/UCm8_u20GaeolZPui6YtO...2022-06-0238 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneAnkylosing Spondylitis will not stop tennis: Interview with Lana BuettnerToday I am introducing Lana Buettner. She is a Board Certified Functional Health Coach and former competitive athlete. She is also an Autoimmune Warrior who inspires others through sharing her story and now supporting clients on their own health journey living with chronic conditions. You can connect or work with Lana through the links below.
www.lanabuettner.com
IG: @lanabuettner
Here is the link to the app Lana uses for meditation. https://insighttimer.com/2022-05-1930 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneInterview with Lupus Lady (Kate Lemon)In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kate Lemon also known as Lupus Lady. She inspires autoimmune warriors through her engaging Instagram posts, blog and soon to be coaching. I brought her on the show to share her journey living with MCAS, Lupus and Ankylosing Spondylitis. She shares some inspiring tips to ponder.
Show Notes:
www.lupuslady.co.uk
Instagram: #Lupus.Lady
@lupusladyuk
YouTube Channel - Lupus Lady - Coming Soon!
Contact Me through email - info@lupuslady.co.uk2022-04-2737 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneWhat is Monolaurin? Interview with Damon SununtnasukToday's podcast brings me to interview, Damon Sununtnasuk he serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Natural Cure Labs LLC, operating as Palmara Health and VitaTails brand supplements. He has an internationally decorated career in health, technology, and entrepreneurial leadership and his work and travel has taken him to more than 70 countries across six continents. He gives valuable information on Monolaurin. I am not endorsing any supplements or affiliated with any supplements. This interview was for information purposes only. To learn more on what Monolaurin can do, please click on the links below.
Damon has offered listeners a...2022-03-3147 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneFrom SAD to Experimental: An Interview with Andrew BurrToday, I am presenting an interview Andrew Burr. I asked him to be on the podcast to share his journey from a standard American diet to becoming a certified health coach with a functional nutrition certification despite being visual impaired and chronic back pain. Despite all of Andrew's challenges he created a life which radiates gratitude. He shares his tips and tricks in the podcast with links below. If you are interested in his creditials or working with him all links are shared.
Dr Ed Bauman (Bauman College, Graduated in 2019)
https://baumancollege.org/
Dr...2022-03-1147 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneKnowing your Strengths with expert, Marisa OrtizToday I invited, Marisa Ortiz, an Artist and entrepreneur offering talent development consulting, intercultural training programs and Strengths coaching in English and Spanish to global leaders, international organizations and multicultural teams. She has been using Gallup's talent development tool StrengthsFinder, since 2011.
I invited her on the podcast because individuals with autoimmune disease are in a battle with one self, the body, mind, and emotionally.
With autoimmune there is only so much energy in a day. I was interested in Strengthsfinder because it may help with fatigue. Instead focusing and forcing a way of being to...2022-01-2758 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneInterview with Super Loopie WomanToday, I am presenting my interview with an autoimmune warrior, Kaitlyn or Super Loopie Woman. She shares her journey with Lupus which she was diagnosed with at twelve. She shares some tips that help her fight back with autoimmunity. You can find her on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. She is a true fighter that is not giving up on life and helping other through their journey also.
Facebook: https://business.facebook.com/superloopiewoman/?business_id=456290144533916
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SuperLoopieWoman
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superloopiewoman/
https://landing.nuna.ai...2021-12-2040 min
Stronger than AutoimmuneIn the Weeds with Lika (Natural Skin Care) Interview Episode #1I am your host Desiree Werland. As a health coach and a person who has autoimmunity. I know, what you put on your skin matters just as much as what you eat. The skin is an organ that absorbs everything and sends it through the bloodstream.
Some skin care companies describe their products as “natural’ but when you read the ingredient list they are filled with chemicals like parabens, synthetic colors, and fragrances
That is why I am excited to share my interview Lika. The founder of, In The Weeds Natural Skin Care. We discuss not o...2021-11-2251 minStronger than AutoimmuneStronger than Autoimmune (Trailer)2021-11-1500 min