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The CIRS Group PodcastAsk us anything! Live Q&A Session with Barbara and Jacie of The CIRS GroupPlease note: we filmed this back in November, and moved some episodes around - any comments about the CIRS Summit are a bit out of date, but you can still watch the replays by visiting https://cirs-summit-2025.heysummit.com/
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In this special episode of the CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and Jacie answer a variety of questions during a live, recorded Q&A webinar. Topics discussed include identifying whether you have CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), the Shoemaker...
2025-12-1754 minThe CIRS Group PodcastAsk us anything! Live Q&A Session with Barbara and Jacie of The CIRS GroupPlease note: we filmed this back in November, and moved some episodes around - any comments about the CIRS Summit are a bit out of date, but you can still watch the replays by visiting https://cirs-summit-2025.heysummit.com/
Sign up to get notified next time we do a live Q&A! https://thecirsgroup.kit.com/2025ama
In this special episode of the CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and Jacie answer a variety of questions during a live, recorded Q&A webinar. Topics discussed include identifying whether you have CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome), the Shoemaker...
2025-12-1754 minThe CIRS Group PodcastBehind the Reality: Exploring chronic illness within The Secret Lives of Mormon WivesIn this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and her guest co-host, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, discuss the potential connection between chronic illness and mold exposure, focusing on reality TV star Mikayla Matthews from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." They'll explore Matthews' health journey, discuss potential chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) symptoms, and highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment (The Shoemaker Protocol). They delve into the scientific foundation of CIRS, the role of genetics, and the significance of environmental triggers. The episode aims to raise awareness about CIRS, offer guidance on diagnosis and treatment options...
2025-11-121h 02The CIRS Group PodcastBehind the Reality: Exploring chronic illness within The Secret Lives of Mormon WivesIn this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and her guest co-host, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, discuss the potential connection between chronic illness and mold exposure, focusing on reality TV star Mikayla Matthews from "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." They'll explore Matthews' health journey, discuss potential chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) symptoms, and highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment (The Shoemaker Protocol). They delve into the scientific foundation of CIRS, the role of genetics, and the significance of environmental triggers. The episode aims to raise awareness about CIRS, offer guidance on diagnosis and treatment options...
2025-11-121h 02The CIRS Group PodcastFeel your best while healing from chronic illness and CIRS: Our favorite adjunct therapies!For more information and support, visit https://www.thecirsgroup.com/membership/
In this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, hosts Jacie and Barbara discuss various adjunct therapies they find beneficial to use alongside the Shoemaker Protocol. They dig into anti-inflammatory diets, the importance of electrolytes, supplements, the benefits of sunshine and grounding, and detox techniques like saunas and hot baths. They also highlight the importance of working with trauma-informed therapists, doing limbic retraining, and maintaining positive connections with friends, family, pets, and/or supportive online communities. For more information and support, visit us at https://www.thecirsgroup...
2025-08-0626 minThe CIRS Group PodcastFeel your best while healing from chronic illness and CIRS: Our favorite adjunct therapies!For more information and support, visit https://www.thecirsgroup.com/membership/
In this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, hosts Jacie and Barbara discuss various adjunct therapies they find beneficial to use alongside the Shoemaker Protocol. They dig into anti-inflammatory diets, the importance of electrolytes, supplements, the benefits of sunshine and grounding, and detox techniques like saunas and hot baths. They also highlight the importance of working with trauma-informed therapists, doing limbic retraining, and maintaining positive connections with friends, family, pets, and/or supportive online communities. For more information and support, visit us at https://www.thecirsgroup...
2025-08-0626 minThe CIRS Group PodcastA Day in the Life of a CIRS Patient: Find manageable routines to help you heal!For more info and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com
In today's episode of The CIRS Group podcast, we will dive into the intricacies of managing life as a CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) patient. We will cover timing binder doses, the importance of getting sun and fresh air, how to manage the cleaning schedule, and lots more. As always, consult your Shoemaker Certified Practitioner before implementing any changes to your treatment plan. None of this should be considered medical advice. We hope this episode helps you improve the day-to-day experience of living with CIRS. For...
2025-07-2319 minThe CIRS Group PodcastA Day in the Life of a CIRS Patient: Find manageable routines to help you heal!For more info and support, join us at https://thecirsgroup.com
In today's episode of The CIRS Group podcast, we will dive into the intricacies of managing life as a CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) patient. We will cover timing binder doses, the importance of getting sun and fresh air, how to manage the cleaning schedule, and lots more. As always, consult your Shoemaker Certified Practitioner before implementing any changes to your treatment plan. None of this should be considered medical advice. We hope this episode helps you improve the day-to-day experience of living with CIRS. For...
2025-07-2319 minThe CIRS Group PodcastIs Chronic Lyme or Tick-Borne illness keeping you sick? Symptoms, Testing, and TreatmentFor more information and support, visit us over at https://thecirsgroup.com
In this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and Jacie delve into the complexities of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, and how often these occur among CIRS patients. It also happens to be Lyme Disease Awareness Month! They'll cover important information about tick borne symptoms, testing methods, and treatment approaches.
Common tick borne illnesses include:
- Lyme disease, often caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
- Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF)
- Bartonella includes, but is not limited to, Cat Scratch...
2025-05-2829 minThe CIRS Group PodcastIs Chronic Lyme or Tick-Borne illness keeping you sick? Symptoms, Testing, and TreatmentFor more information and support, visit us over at https://thecirsgroup.com
In this episode of The CIRS Group podcast, Barbara and Jacie delve into the complexities of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, and how often these occur among CIRS patients. It also happens to be Lyme Disease Awareness Month! They'll cover important information about tick borne symptoms, testing methods, and treatment approaches.
Common tick borne illnesses include:
- Lyme disease, often caused by Borrelia burgdorferi
- Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF)
- Bartonella includes, but is not limited to, Cat Scratch...
2025-05-2829 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS: A Multi-System, Multi-Symptom illness (that may be your answer to healing chronic illness!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a multi-system, multi-symptom illness that affects 24% of the population. Today, we are discussing the most common symptoms, as well as lesser known issues that many CIRS patients endure before they get treated. Healing is possible! For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer
01:09 The Symptom Clusters and how CIRS is diagnosed
03:55 Identifying symptoms in yourself
07:16 Common but lesser known symptoms
11:24 Archetypes in CIRS Patients
2025-04-3025 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS: A Multi-System, Multi-Symptom illness (that may be your answer to healing chronic illness!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a multi-system, multi-symptom illness that affects 24% of the population. Today, we are discussing the most common symptoms, as well as lesser known issues that many CIRS patients endure before they get treated. Healing is possible! For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer
01:09 The Symptom Clusters and how CIRS is diagnosed
03:55 Identifying symptoms in yourself
07:16 Common but lesser known symptoms
11:24 Archetypes in CIRS Patients
2025-04-3025 minThe CIRS Group PodcastHow POOP might be keeping you sick (and what to do about it!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is caused by several different environmental toxins. None are more damaging than POOP! So today, we are talking all about endotoxins: what they are, what they do to your body, how to test your home, and how to maintain a clean home, free from poopy little guys. Check out the time stamps and links below, and for more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:45 What are endotoxins?
3:28...
2025-02-1226 minThe CIRS Group PodcastHow POOP might be keeping you sick (and what to do about it!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is caused by several different environmental toxins. None are more damaging than POOP! So today, we are talking all about endotoxins: what they are, what they do to your body, how to test your home, and how to maintain a clean home, free from poopy little guys. Check out the time stamps and links below, and for more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:45 What are endotoxins?
3:28...
2025-02-1226 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhen fats matter: Up your lipids to get back your health!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com or subscribe to our newsletter to join us for our next live Q&A webinar! https://www.thecirsgroup.com/webinar
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated with the Shoemaker Protocol. Research and clinical experience has shown that patients tolerate the protocol far better when they incorporate lipid replacement therapy. This means more supplements! But not all supplements are created equal. Today we’ll cover the most often recommended lipids for you to consider when you start your healing journey. For more information, support, and resources in your ow...
2025-02-0515 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhen fats matter: Up your lipids to get back your health!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com or subscribe to our newsletter to join us for our next live Q&A webinar! https://www.thecirsgroup.com/webinar
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated with the Shoemaker Protocol. Research and clinical experience has shown that patients tolerate the protocol far better when they incorporate lipid replacement therapy. This means more supplements! But not all supplements are created equal. Today we’ll cover the most often recommended lipids for you to consider when you start your healing journey. For more information, support, and resources in your ow...
2025-02-0515 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe blood test EVERYONE should get (but no one does): MSH - Melanocyte Stimulating HormoneFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that almost always has devastating effects on a VERY important blood marker: MSH, or Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone. MSH affects everything from sleep, hormones, gut health, mental health, energy, and so much more. If you are struggling in any of these arenas, this episode is for you. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:50 How is MSH produced
3:05 What does MSH do?
3:58 MSH...
2025-01-2916 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe blood test EVERYONE should get (but no one does): MSH - Melanocyte Stimulating HormoneFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that almost always has devastating effects on a VERY important blood marker: MSH, or Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone. MSH affects everything from sleep, hormones, gut health, mental health, energy, and so much more. If you are struggling in any of these arenas, this episode is for you. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:50 How is MSH produced
3:05 What does MSH do?
3:58 MSH...
2025-01-2916 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat do my genes say about me? CIRS and mold reactions explained by your GENES!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness usually caused by your genes. But there are two different genetic based tests you can get! One to determine your Genetic HLA Haplotype, and one to see what genes are up or down regulated. Both inform your treatment to varying degrees, so today we want to help you understand which does what and whether these tests make sense for you. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2025-01-2215 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat do my genes say about me? CIRS and mold reactions explained by your GENES!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness usually caused by your genes. But there are two different genetic based tests you can get! One to determine your Genetic HLA Haplotype, and one to see what genes are up or down regulated. Both inform your treatment to varying degrees, so today we want to help you understand which does what and whether these tests make sense for you. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro...
2025-01-2215 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSet your 2025 up for success! Make healing from chronic illness more manageable this yearFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness, but we hope to break down some of the bigger tasks into smaller, more manageable ones for you in this episode. We will cover nutritional goals, cleaning, medication timing, fitness goals, and limbic/emotional support goals and give you tangible, actionable steps for each so you can start building better habits in 2025! For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:35 JACIE HAS A BOOK...
2025-01-1526 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSet your 2025 up for success! Make healing from chronic illness more manageable this yearFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness, but we hope to break down some of the bigger tasks into smaller, more manageable ones for you in this episode. We will cover nutritional goals, cleaning, medication timing, fitness goals, and limbic/emotional support goals and give you tangible, actionable steps for each so you can start building better habits in 2025! For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:35 JACIE HAS A BOOK...
2025-01-1526 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhere are they NOW?! Jacie and Barbara give a health update: CIRS and mold recoveryFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is the illness both Jacie and Barbara were diagnosed with in April 2022. They last gave a health update one year ago, so today we’re bringing you up to speed on their progress recovering from mold / biotoxin illness using the Shoemaker protocol and various supplemental therapies. They also cover grief and stress processing as well as travel and recovering from re-exposure. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
2025-01-0824 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhere are they NOW?! Jacie and Barbara give a health update: CIRS and mold recoveryFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is the illness both Jacie and Barbara were diagnosed with in April 2022. They last gave a health update one year ago, so today we’re bringing you up to speed on their progress recovering from mold / biotoxin illness using the Shoemaker protocol and various supplemental therapies. They also cover grief and stress processing as well as travel and recovering from re-exposure. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
2025-01-0824 minThe CIRS Group PodcastImprove CIRS treatment with the GENIE test: What can it tell you?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
The GENIE test is a blood test you can take to help diagnose CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, but it can also inform your treatment! Today we have our favorite guest, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, back to explain what the GENIE test is good for, what you might do differently based on your results, and how you can learn about your own with the help of a coach or doctor. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-12-1131 minThe CIRS Group PodcastImprove CIRS treatment with the GENIE test: What can it tell you?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
The GENIE test is a blood test you can take to help diagnose CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, but it can also inform your treatment! Today we have our favorite guest, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, back to explain what the GENIE test is good for, what you might do differently based on your results, and how you can learn about your own with the help of a coach or doctor. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-12-1131 minThe CIRS Group PodcastPediatric Special Needs: Healing is possible through CIRS treatmentFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is difficult to treat outside the US, and for some, even finding a practitioner who understands the illness feels like an insurmountable task. It is even harder if you have a child with special needs that is suffering from CIRS as well. Thankfully, Dr. Jodie Dashore works with patients all over the world, young and old, and guides them through the Shoemaker Protocol as well as various plant-based medicinal therapies. Today, we discuss what it’s like to work with her, what conditions she ad...
2024-11-2633 minThe CIRS Group PodcastPediatric Special Needs: Healing is possible through CIRS treatmentFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is difficult to treat outside the US, and for some, even finding a practitioner who understands the illness feels like an insurmountable task. It is even harder if you have a child with special needs that is suffering from CIRS as well. Thankfully, Dr. Jodie Dashore works with patients all over the world, young and old, and guides them through the Shoemaker Protocol as well as various plant-based medicinal therapies. Today, we discuss what it’s like to work with her, what conditions she ad...
2024-11-2633 minThe CIRS Group PodcastGot MOLD? Hire the right team to avoid costly mistakes! Kendra Seymour explains how.For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
The hardest part about healing from CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is step one: getting out of exposure. For many, this is the most expensive step, as it can mean costly remediation or even moving to a new home. That’s why we are so thankful for Kendra Seymour and the amazing work she does with her non-profit, Change the Air Foundation. Today, she’ll explain how to hire the right people and the best people to get your home clean and safe as quickly and cost effectively as poss...
2024-11-2029 minThe CIRS Group PodcastGot MOLD? Hire the right team to avoid costly mistakes! Kendra Seymour explains how.For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
The hardest part about healing from CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is step one: getting out of exposure. For many, this is the most expensive step, as it can mean costly remediation or even moving to a new home. That’s why we are so thankful for Kendra Seymour and the amazing work she does with her non-profit, Change the Air Foundation. Today, she’ll explain how to hire the right people and the best people to get your home clean and safe as quickly and cost effectively as poss...
2024-11-2029 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat if you can't see a doctor? Hope for healing for international and financially limited patientsFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is already a complicated illness with a complicated treatment plan. For those outside the United States, access to care can be even more difficult. If you are struggling to find a doctor who can see you or get access to parts of the Shoemaker Protocol, this episode is for you. Though we still believe, based on decades of research, that the Shoemaker Protocol is the gold standard to heal from CIRS or mold illness, we are so happy to know that there are alternatives...
2024-11-0634 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat if you can't see a doctor? Hope for healing for international and financially limited patientsFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is already a complicated illness with a complicated treatment plan. For those outside the United States, access to care can be even more difficult. If you are struggling to find a doctor who can see you or get access to parts of the Shoemaker Protocol, this episode is for you. Though we still believe, based on decades of research, that the Shoemaker Protocol is the gold standard to heal from CIRS or mold illness, we are so happy to know that there are alternatives...
2024-11-0634 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSpecial Halloween episode! Maybe it's paranormal... or maybe it's moldFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness fit for horror movies - and guess what? Mold is quite often the star of the show. Today we do a silly episode (with some helpful bits, we think!) all about Jacie’s favorite movie genre: horror, and how biotoxins often play major role in our scary movies (and lives!). We tried not to spoil too many of these films, so we hope you enjoy whether you’ve seen some of these movies or not.. For more information, support, and resources in y...
2024-10-3014 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSpecial Halloween episode! Maybe it's paranormal... or maybe it's moldFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness fit for horror movies - and guess what? Mold is quite often the star of the show. Today we do a silly episode (with some helpful bits, we think!) all about Jacie’s favorite movie genre: horror, and how biotoxins often play major role in our scary movies (and lives!). We tried not to spoil too many of these films, so we hope you enjoy whether you’ve seen some of these movies or not.. For more information, support, and resources in y...
2024-10-3014 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat do your genetics mean for chronic illness?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a genetic illness. Your genes don’t mean you’re doomed, but being aware of them will help you avoid the triggers that together could cause you chronic illness like CIRS, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and more. Today we’ll dig into what those genetic haplotypes are, what they mean, and how you can help yourself and your family avoid chronic illness no matter what your genes might say. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-10-1609 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat do your genetics mean for chronic illness?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a genetic illness. Your genes don’t mean you’re doomed, but being aware of them will help you avoid the triggers that together could cause you chronic illness like CIRS, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and more. Today we’ll dig into what those genetic haplotypes are, what they mean, and how you can help yourself and your family avoid chronic illness no matter what your genes might say. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-10-1609 minThe CIRS Group PodcastEverything hurts! How to manage your pain as you heal from mold and CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can sometimes cause intense, ongoing pain in severe cases. Joints, ligaments, muscles, your GI system, and even your brain can feel like it is on fire, and many normal pain medications won’t give relief. Today we wanted to do a special episode focusing on pain management for those of you experiencing pain that is incessant in hopes that one of these options might help you finally find some relief. As always, this is not medical advice: be sure to consult your CIRS doctor fo...
2024-10-0920 minThe CIRS Group PodcastEverything hurts! How to manage your pain as you heal from mold and CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can sometimes cause intense, ongoing pain in severe cases. Joints, ligaments, muscles, your GI system, and even your brain can feel like it is on fire, and many normal pain medications won’t give relief. Today we wanted to do a special episode focusing on pain management for those of you experiencing pain that is incessant in hopes that one of these options might help you finally find some relief. As always, this is not medical advice: be sure to consult your CIRS doctor fo...
2024-10-0920 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS 101: A Beginner's Guide to Chronic Inflammatory Response SyndromeFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that affects 1 in 4 people, but won’t “show itself” unless that person is exposed to biotoxins. What happens when that happens? We dive into it today! Your mysterious chronic illness could totally be CIRS, and we hope that if it is, you find your path to healing ASAP. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
2:00 What is CIRS?
2:30 Who might have CIRS?
3...
2024-10-0214 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS 101: A Beginner's Guide to Chronic Inflammatory Response SyndromeFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that affects 1 in 4 people, but won’t “show itself” unless that person is exposed to biotoxins. What happens when that happens? We dive into it today! Your mysterious chronic illness could totally be CIRS, and we hope that if it is, you find your path to healing ASAP. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
2:00 What is CIRS?
2:30 Who might have CIRS?
3...
2024-10-0214 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDoes your child get chronic headaches, tummy aches, or still wet the bed? It could be CIRS (mold!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, affects children too! And often can be treated far easier than the treatment for adults. Today, we have a very special guest, Pediatrician and FIRST EVER Shoemaker certified doctor, Dr. Scott McMahon. We ask him all the big questions about CIRS in children: how to diagnose, how to treat, how it manifests, and how to get your pediatrician on board with the Shoemaker Protocol. Disclaimer: this is not medical advice, please consult a CIRS literate doctor for help treating you or your c...
2024-09-2555 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDoes your child get chronic headaches, tummy aches, or still wet the bed? It could be CIRS (mold!)For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, affects children too! And often can be treated far easier than the treatment for adults. Today, we have a very special guest, Pediatrician and FIRST EVER Shoemaker certified doctor, Dr. Scott McMahon. We ask him all the big questions about CIRS in children: how to diagnose, how to treat, how it manifests, and how to get your pediatrician on board with the Shoemaker Protocol. Disclaimer: this is not medical advice, please consult a CIRS literate doctor for help treating you or your c...
2024-09-2555 minThe CIRS Group PodcastChronic migraines and headaches might actually be something more sinister...and treatable!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is almost always accompanied by headaches or migraines. If you suffer from headaches with any kind of regularity, you really should look into CIRS as a potential culprit. Why? There are actually a TON of effects CIRS causes in the body that all can make you feel brain pain. We go over all those causes and a solution in today’s episode. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-09-1815 minThe CIRS Group PodcastChronic migraines and headaches might actually be something more sinister...and treatable!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is almost always accompanied by headaches or migraines. If you suffer from headaches with any kind of regularity, you really should look into CIRS as a potential culprit. Why? There are actually a TON of effects CIRS causes in the body that all can make you feel brain pain. We go over all those causes and a solution in today’s episode. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and di...
2024-09-1815 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSTOP wasting money on urinary mycotoxin tests! Seriously!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an expensive illness to treat - so why get unnecessary tests? Friggin don’t do it! Save your money. Today we tackle a very very popular, but very very pointless one: The Urinary Mycotoxin Test that supposedly tests you for mold. We will tell you why it’s pointless and feel free to send this to any doctor or practitioner that says otherwise. :) For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-09-0412 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSTOP wasting money on urinary mycotoxin tests! Seriously!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an expensive illness to treat - so why get unnecessary tests? Friggin don’t do it! Save your money. Today we tackle a very very popular, but very very pointless one: The Urinary Mycotoxin Test that supposedly tests you for mold. We will tell you why it’s pointless and feel free to send this to any doctor or practitioner that says otherwise. :) For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-09-0412 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you have sleep issues, hormone problems, and leaky gut? Why your MSH matters (and how to fix it)!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, often comes with very low or “undetectable” levels of MSH, or Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone. This hormone, which naturally occurs in the body, is connected to so many systems and can consequently cause a ton of symptoms when it’s too low. Today, we tackle all the ways this can manifest in CIRS patients, and offer some tips on getting yours back to normal levels. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-08-2816 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you have sleep issues, hormone problems, and leaky gut? Why your MSH matters (and how to fix it)!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, often comes with very low or “undetectable” levels of MSH, or Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone. This hormone, which naturally occurs in the body, is connected to so many systems and can consequently cause a ton of symptoms when it’s too low. Today, we tackle all the ways this can manifest in CIRS patients, and offer some tips on getting yours back to normal levels. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-08-2816 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe path to healing is rarely linear: All the ways your CIRS journey might get derailedFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness with a healing journey that is rarely linear. Today, we wanted to acknowledge how tough some complex CIRS cases can be, so you know you’re not alone if your path to healing hasn’t been as straightforward as you wish it was. Also, we hope this episode gives you some ideas on what to do next if you feel like your healing has stalled. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
2024-08-2120 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe path to healing is rarely linear: All the ways your CIRS journey might get derailedFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness with a healing journey that is rarely linear. Today, we wanted to acknowledge how tough some complex CIRS cases can be, so you know you’re not alone if your path to healing hasn’t been as straightforward as you wish it was. Also, we hope this episode gives you some ideas on what to do next if you feel like your healing has stalled. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
2024-08-2120 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan Mindfulness Support Your Recovery From Mold Exposure? Exclusive Interview with Melanie Pensak!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated by the Shoemaker Protocol, but there are supportive therapies that can “help the process of healing along” and one such practice is mindfulness meditation. We are joined today by Melanie Pensak to talk more about this fascinating topic. Melanie is a certified speech-language pathologist and mindfulness teacher, Shoemaker Proficiency Partner, the host of The Heart of CIRS podcast, and we are excited today to have her on to explore the topic of meditation. For more information, support, and resources in yo...
2024-08-2024 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan Mindfulness Support Your Recovery From Mold Exposure? Exclusive Interview with Melanie Pensak!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated by the Shoemaker Protocol, but there are supportive therapies that can “help the process of healing along” and one such practice is mindfulness meditation. We are joined today by Melanie Pensak to talk more about this fascinating topic. Melanie is a certified speech-language pathologist and mindfulness teacher, Shoemaker Proficiency Partner, the host of The Heart of CIRS podcast, and we are excited today to have her on to explore the topic of meditation. For more information, support, and resources in yo...
2024-08-2024 minThe CIRS Group PodcastFrom Leviticus to the Middle Ages: Is CIRS the reason some survived the Black Plague?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, has its roots in the BIBLE. Did you know? Today we discuss fun historic and biblical health and mold references to give us some context for why we may have evolved with these really fun, CIRSy genes. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:50 How did we evolve to have crappy genes?
1:40 Protective genes during black plague may now cause autoimmunity
3:55 Genes have a purpose
2024-08-0710 minThe CIRS Group PodcastFrom Leviticus to the Middle Ages: Is CIRS the reason some survived the Black Plague?For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, has its roots in the BIBLE. Did you know? Today we discuss fun historic and biblical health and mold references to give us some context for why we may have evolved with these really fun, CIRSy genes. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:50 How did we evolve to have crappy genes?
1:40 Protective genes during black plague may now cause autoimmunity
3:55 Genes have a purpose
2024-08-0710 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan breathwork have the same effects as DMT? Heck yes it can! with special guest Morgan GlodowskiFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated by the Shoemaker Protocol, but there are supportive therapies that can “help the process of healing along” and one such practice is breathwork. We are joined today by Morgan Glodowski to talk more about this fascinating topic. Morgan is a multi-modality integrative health practitioner and owner of Moksha Embodied, where she utilizes functional labs, holistic protocols and somatic healing practices to help individuals get to the root of their symptoms and rewire their subconscious to break the mold of their condition. As a...
2024-07-3120 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan breathwork have the same effects as DMT? Heck yes it can! with special guest Morgan GlodowskiFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is best treated by the Shoemaker Protocol, but there are supportive therapies that can “help the process of healing along” and one such practice is breathwork. We are joined today by Morgan Glodowski to talk more about this fascinating topic. Morgan is a multi-modality integrative health practitioner and owner of Moksha Embodied, where she utilizes functional labs, holistic protocols and somatic healing practices to help individuals get to the root of their symptoms and rewire their subconscious to break the mold of their condition. As a...
2024-07-3120 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you have Lyme or CIRS? Or Both? Let's talk Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses with the expert, Dr. Peg DeTulioFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can sometimes be “followed” or accompanied by co-infections. Today, we are diving into one of the most convoluted and confusing potential avenues CIRS patients might need to address: Tick-borne illnesses, of which there are many and not just Lyme disease! We are honored to have the leading expert in tick-borne illnesses with us today to help break it down: Dr. Peg DeTulio, who has decades of experience with 1000s of patients. Did you know it’s possible 20-50% of people with CIRS are als...
2024-07-2443 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you have Lyme or CIRS? Or Both? Let's talk Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses with the expert, Dr. Peg DeTulioFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can sometimes be “followed” or accompanied by co-infections. Today, we are diving into one of the most convoluted and confusing potential avenues CIRS patients might need to address: Tick-borne illnesses, of which there are many and not just Lyme disease! We are honored to have the leading expert in tick-borne illnesses with us today to help break it down: Dr. Peg DeTulio, who has decades of experience with 1000s of patients. Did you know it’s possible 20-50% of people with CIRS are als...
2024-07-2443 minThe CIRS Group PodcastKeep your home safe! Call a professional when dealing with mold: with special guest Michael SchrantzFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
In order to heal from CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, you must be in a clean living environment, free from an abundance of mold and harmful bacteria. Cleaning and properly remediating homes to the standard required for CIRS patients is tricky - but thankfully there are experts like Michael Schrantz, an Indoor Environmental Professional, who can help you determine the best path towards living in a clean environment. Check out the links below to listen to his podcast and hire him to help you with your home. For more...
2024-07-1736 minThe CIRS Group PodcastKeep your home safe! Call a professional when dealing with mold: with special guest Michael SchrantzFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
In order to heal from CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, you must be in a clean living environment, free from an abundance of mold and harmful bacteria. Cleaning and properly remediating homes to the standard required for CIRS patients is tricky - but thankfully there are experts like Michael Schrantz, an Indoor Environmental Professional, who can help you determine the best path towards living in a clean environment. Check out the links below to listen to his podcast and hire him to help you with your home. For more...
2024-07-1736 minThe CIRS Group PodcastClarity through the chaos: The CIRS Project's mission of education and clean housing for those that need itFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can be difficult to explain and difficult to treat, mostly because of the steps and how different everyone’s symptoms can look. The CIRS Project is a brand new non-profit that hopes to change all of that. They are focusing on making the message of CIRS clearer and more concise so less people are overwhelmed when they get diagnosed or when they try to explain it to loved ones. Beyond that, they are hoping to build clean housing that can be offered to underprivileged pe...
2024-07-1028 minThe CIRS Group PodcastClarity through the chaos: The CIRS Project's mission of education and clean housing for those that need itFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can be difficult to explain and difficult to treat, mostly because of the steps and how different everyone’s symptoms can look. The CIRS Project is a brand new non-profit that hopes to change all of that. They are focusing on making the message of CIRS clearer and more concise so less people are overwhelmed when they get diagnosed or when they try to explain it to loved ones. Beyond that, they are hoping to build clean housing that can be offered to underprivileged pe...
2024-07-1028 minThe CIRS Group PodcastTrauma and CIRS: Healing through connection - with Dr. Lauren Sparks and Therapist Brenda StewartFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
Guests today:
Dr. Lauren Sparks, DNP, CNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CTP, MA, RN
Therapist Brenda Stewart, LMHC, NCC, CTH
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can take a toll on the mental health of the patient, just as much and sometimes more so than physically. No one knows this better than our guests today: Dr. Lauren Sparks, a Shoemaker Certified Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Brenda Stewart, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and trauma specialist. Together they are offering a much ne...
2024-07-0335 minThe CIRS Group PodcastTrauma and CIRS: Healing through connection - with Dr. Lauren Sparks and Therapist Brenda StewartFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
Guests today:
Dr. Lauren Sparks, DNP, CNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, CTP, MA, RN
Therapist Brenda Stewart, LMHC, NCC, CTH
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, can take a toll on the mental health of the patient, just as much and sometimes more so than physically. No one knows this better than our guests today: Dr. Lauren Sparks, a Shoemaker Certified Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Brenda Stewart, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and trauma specialist. Together they are offering a much ne...
2024-07-0335 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you pee too much? More than 4 times a day might mean CIRS! CIRSx 2024 RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that we strive to demystify for you here, every week on The CIRS Group Podcast. This week we will be concluding our fun CIRSx 2024 recap series - and we’ve saved some of the heaviest talks for last! Today we’re covering Histamine/MAST cell reactivity, the dangers of consuming seed oils, Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy, and ADH/Osmolality issues (peeing too much!). We heard some great talks by Dr. Louise Carder, Dr. McMahon, and more - so check...
2024-06-2624 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDo you pee too much? More than 4 times a day might mean CIRS! CIRSx 2024 RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that we strive to demystify for you here, every week on The CIRS Group Podcast. This week we will be concluding our fun CIRSx 2024 recap series - and we’ve saved some of the heaviest talks for last! Today we’re covering Histamine/MAST cell reactivity, the dangers of consuming seed oils, Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy, and ADH/Osmolality issues (peeing too much!). We heard some great talks by Dr. Louise Carder, Dr. McMahon, and more - so check...
2024-06-2624 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSick from mold? You can sue for damages. CIRSx2024 recap: Coaching, Breathwork, and LitigationFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that we strive to demystify for you here, every week on The CIRS Group Podcast. This week we will be continuing our fun CIRSx 2024 recap series - recapping the talks on breathwork, CIRS coaching, and litigation. Yes, you might be able to sue for damage done to your health and your home if someone is responsible for your mold problem! Let’s dive in. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com...
2024-06-1929 minThe CIRS Group PodcastSick from mold? You can sue for damages. CIRSx2024 recap: Coaching, Breathwork, and LitigationFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness that we strive to demystify for you here, every week on The CIRS Group Podcast. This week we will be continuing our fun CIRSx 2024 recap series - recapping the talks on breathwork, CIRS coaching, and litigation. Yes, you might be able to sue for damage done to your health and your home if someone is responsible for your mold problem! Let’s dive in. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com...
2024-06-1929 minThe CIRS Group PodcastIs Chronic Fatigue Syndrome untreatable? Not if you look at CIRS research! CIRSx 2024 recapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated chronic illness that can affect a quarter of the population if they get exposed to biotoxins. Today, we continue our CIRSx conference recap with some medical talks by Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, Dr. Peg DiTulio, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, and Ming Dooley L.Ac. For those of you who have been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or CFS, be sure to watch until the end for some extra interesting research aimed at your condition (which is most likely actually CIRS). For m...
2024-06-1222 minThe CIRS Group PodcastIs Chronic Fatigue Syndrome untreatable? Not if you look at CIRS research! CIRSx 2024 recapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated chronic illness that can affect a quarter of the population if they get exposed to biotoxins. Today, we continue our CIRSx conference recap with some medical talks by Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, Dr. Peg DiTulio, Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, and Ming Dooley L.Ac. For those of you who have been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or CFS, be sure to watch until the end for some extra interesting research aimed at your condition (which is most likely actually CIRS). For m...
2024-06-1222 minThe CIRS Group PodcastAir purifiers lower actino reactivity? Let's dig into how to make your home safer! CIRSx RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness with a clinically proven, peer reviewed treatment called the Shoemaker Protocol. Every year, doctors certified in the Shoemaker Protocol organize an information packed conference called CIRSx. Today, we are continuing our recap of CIRSx and covering three talks about indoor environment improvements you can do today in your own home to improve your air quality and start healing from CIRS. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-06-0624 minThe CIRS Group PodcastAir purifiers lower actino reactivity? Let's dig into how to make your home safer! CIRSx RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness with a clinically proven, peer reviewed treatment called the Shoemaker Protocol. Every year, doctors certified in the Shoemaker Protocol organize an information packed conference called CIRSx. Today, we are continuing our recap of CIRSx and covering three talks about indoor environment improvements you can do today in your own home to improve your air quality and start healing from CIRS. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-06-0624 minThe CIRS Group PodcastLet's talk indoor environment testing and remediation: CIRSx 2024 recapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that can affect up to 25% of the population, thanks to genetics and environmental toxins. Today, we continue to recap CIRSx 2024, this time showing our Indoor Environmental Professionals some love! We had some fantastic talks by Michael Schrantz, Bill Weber, and Brandon Apple, plus Dr. Eric Dorninger and Dr. Jari Louhelainen and the topics covered include poop (or endotoxins), indoor air quality, indoor air testing, and the proper sequencing of remediation. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing...
2024-05-2928 minThe CIRS Group PodcastLet's talk indoor environment testing and remediation: CIRSx 2024 recapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that can affect up to 25% of the population, thanks to genetics and environmental toxins. Today, we continue to recap CIRSx 2024, this time showing our Indoor Environmental Professionals some love! We had some fantastic talks by Michael Schrantz, Bill Weber, and Brandon Apple, plus Dr. Eric Dorninger and Dr. Jari Louhelainen and the topics covered include poop (or endotoxins), indoor air quality, indoor air testing, and the proper sequencing of remediation. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing...
2024-05-2928 minThe CIRS Group PodcastEver been to a moldy conference? We have! Here's our CIRSx 2024 RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated, multi-symptom, multi-system illness - so why wouldn’t there be an annual CIRSx conference for it?! We had a really great time at CIRSx this year, and this episode is our quick summary of all of it. We talked to lots of doctors, heard a ton of great talks, had a lot of fun and are so happy to be part of this wonderful community. We will do more in-depth, helpful-tip-packed episodes in the next few weeks, but for now, we wa...
2024-05-2223 minThe CIRS Group PodcastEver been to a moldy conference? We have! Here's our CIRSx 2024 RecapFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated, multi-symptom, multi-system illness - so why wouldn’t there be an annual CIRSx conference for it?! We had a really great time at CIRSx this year, and this episode is our quick summary of all of it. We talked to lots of doctors, heard a ton of great talks, had a lot of fun and are so happy to be part of this wonderful community. We will do more in-depth, helpful-tip-packed episodes in the next few weeks, but for now, we wa...
2024-05-2223 minThe CIRS Group PodcastGot Tinnitus? You might have CIRS! Healing inflammation from mold illness can silence the noiseFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a multi-system, multi-symptom illness that affects many (if not all) of the systems of the body, including the ears, aka your Vestibular System. We are very lucky that Jacie has worked in audiology for many years and is now able to share her wisdom and clinical experience with us to help us understand the paths to heal from tinnitus, hearing loss, balance, and vertigo issues, and the inflammation (or injury) at the root of those problems. For more information, support, and resources in...
2024-05-1521 minThe CIRS Group PodcastGot Tinnitus? You might have CIRS! Healing inflammation from mold illness can silence the noiseFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a multi-system, multi-symptom illness that affects many (if not all) of the systems of the body, including the ears, aka your Vestibular System. We are very lucky that Jacie has worked in audiology for many years and is now able to share her wisdom and clinical experience with us to help us understand the paths to heal from tinnitus, hearing loss, balance, and vertigo issues, and the inflammation (or injury) at the root of those problems. For more information, support, and resources in...
2024-05-1521 minThe CIRS Group PodcastYou're leaking! What to do to prevent mold or water damage when healing from CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness that is most often triggered in patients from water damage. Today, we are going to dig into Jacie’s recent experience dealing with a leak in her home and how she mitigated the damage and came out OK on the other side. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:52 Jacie’s adventure with a leak in her apartment
5:02 What to do if you...
2024-05-0820 minThe CIRS Group PodcastYou're leaking! What to do to prevent mold or water damage when healing from CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness that is most often triggered in patients from water damage. Today, we are going to dig into Jacie’s recent experience dealing with a leak in her home and how she mitigated the damage and came out OK on the other side. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:52 Jacie’s adventure with a leak in her apartment
5:02 What to do if you...
2024-05-0820 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe power of your mind: Practicing mindfulness and its role in healing from CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that can cause us to dissociate from our own bodies, as a way of self-protection. If you are far enough along with your healing, it can become important to rebuild that connection and tune in to what your body needs and feels, so that you can heal fully and completely. Today, we dive into this topic, covering some of the challenges of mindfulness as well as strategies and methods you may want to try. For more information, support, and resources in...
2024-05-0125 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe power of your mind: Practicing mindfulness and its role in healing from CIRSFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness that can cause us to dissociate from our own bodies, as a way of self-protection. If you are far enough along with your healing, it can become important to rebuild that connection and tune in to what your body needs and feels, so that you can heal fully and completely. Today, we dive into this topic, covering some of the challenges of mindfulness as well as strategies and methods you may want to try. For more information, support, and resources in...
2024-05-0125 minThe CIRS Group PodcastTiming your pills! When to take binders, other meds, and supplements on the Shoemaker ProtocolFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness and the only clinically proven path to healing is through the Shoemaker Protocol. Today, we are tackling the tricky topic of medication and supplement timing. Many CIRS patients, ourselves included, struggle with when to take our binders, when to eat, and when it’s safe to take other meds, so we thought this would be a good topic to dig into. As always, none of this is medical advice. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing jo...
2024-04-2419 minThe CIRS Group PodcastTiming your pills! When to take binders, other meds, and supplements on the Shoemaker ProtocolFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness and the only clinically proven path to healing is through the Shoemaker Protocol. Today, we are tackling the tricky topic of medication and supplement timing. Many CIRS patients, ourselves included, struggle with when to take our binders, when to eat, and when it’s safe to take other meds, so we thought this would be a good topic to dig into. As always, none of this is medical advice. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing jo...
2024-04-2419 minThe CIRS Group PodcastNaturopath Dr. Eric Dorninger on the dangers of CIRS and hope for healing - Come see us at CIRSx!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness caused by mold and other biotoxins that affects 24% of the population and only a handful of doctors even know about it. We are so excited to have one of the greats on today: Dr. Eric Dorninger. Dr. D is a CIRS patient himself - he will share more about his and his family’s health struggles, the reasons he fights for his patients’ health, and the magic of healing from CIRS so we can be happy, healthy, kick ass individuals. For more...
2024-04-1752 minThe CIRS Group PodcastNaturopath Dr. Eric Dorninger on the dangers of CIRS and hope for healing - Come see us at CIRSx!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is an illness caused by mold and other biotoxins that affects 24% of the population and only a handful of doctors even know about it. We are so excited to have one of the greats on today: Dr. Eric Dorninger. Dr. D is a CIRS patient himself - he will share more about his and his family’s health struggles, the reasons he fights for his patients’ health, and the magic of healing from CIRS so we can be happy, healthy, kick ass individuals. For more...
2024-04-1752 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan Nicotine actually be GOOD for you? Exploring nicotine and it's potential uses in CIRS treatmentFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness that occurs in 25% of the population that gets exposed to environmental toxins like mold, red tide, spider or tick bites, and even some vaccines and viruses. Today, we have a special return guest Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, and we are going off script, away from the clinically proven path for healing from CIRS with the Shoemaker Protocol: Exploring the potential for good that comes in the form of pure Nicotine. This may be a controversial topic - but as a...
2024-04-1038 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan Nicotine actually be GOOD for you? Exploring nicotine and it's potential uses in CIRS treatmentFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a chronic illness that occurs in 25% of the population that gets exposed to environmental toxins like mold, red tide, spider or tick bites, and even some vaccines and viruses. Today, we have a special return guest Dr. Christian Navarro-Torres, and we are going off script, away from the clinically proven path for healing from CIRS with the Shoemaker Protocol: Exploring the potential for good that comes in the form of pure Nicotine. This may be a controversial topic - but as a...
2024-04-1038 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat if you can't tolerate the binders?! Detoxing from CIRS: How to mitigate side effectsFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complex chronic illness that requires a multi-step treatment protocol in order to heal. Today, we dive into taking binders - why take them, what kind to take, why they might cause side effects and what to do to mitigate those side effects. This is not medical advice, always consult your Shoemaker certified practitioner before making changes to your treatment plan. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-04-0321 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhat if you can't tolerate the binders?! Detoxing from CIRS: How to mitigate side effectsFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complex chronic illness that requires a multi-step treatment protocol in order to heal. Today, we dive into taking binders - why take them, what kind to take, why they might cause side effects and what to do to mitigate those side effects. This is not medical advice, always consult your Shoemaker certified practitioner before making changes to your treatment plan. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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2024-04-0321 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS then and now: TheCIRSGroup.com podcast turns 1 and celebrates FIFTY episodes!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a really complex, confusing illness with a treatment protocol to match. Today, we celebrate FIFTY EPISODES of TheCIRSGroup.com podcast. To celebrate, we offer a retrospective of how far CIRS has come even in the short time we’ve known about it (two years) and where we see it going from here. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:50 When we w...
2024-02-1415 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRS then and now: TheCIRSGroup.com podcast turns 1 and celebrates FIFTY episodes!For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a really complex, confusing illness with a treatment protocol to match. Today, we celebrate FIFTY EPISODES of TheCIRSGroup.com podcast. To celebrate, we offer a retrospective of how far CIRS has come even in the short time we’ve known about it (two years) and where we see it going from here. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
1:50 When we w...
2024-02-1415 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhy you need to test your MSH, MMP9, VEGF & more! Blood Markers to diagnose CIRS - TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness. Thankfully, there are specific blood markers you can test to confirm whether or not you are suffering from this illness. Today, we’re going to take you through each of these blood markers and what they mean when they’re out of range. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
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0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:33 Why these blood markers matter
2:15 MMP9
4:32 VEGF
8:03 TGF-b1
10:49 MSH
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2023-12-0620 minThe CIRS Group PodcastWhy you need to test your MSH, MMP9, VEGF & more! Blood Markers to diagnose CIRS - TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness. Thankfully, there are specific blood markers you can test to confirm whether or not you are suffering from this illness. Today, we’re going to take you through each of these blood markers and what they mean when they’re out of range. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing journey, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 Intro and disclaimer
0:33 Why these blood markers matter
2:15 MMP9
4:32 VEGF
8:03 TGF-b1
10:49 MSH
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2023-12-0620 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan your genes tell you why you’re sick? They sure can! The GENIE test EXPLAINED - TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness. Thankfully, the folks at ProgeneDX have created an in-depth and new test to take that can actually measure the up and down regulation of your genes as a result of CIRS, and even identifies the biotoxins responsible for the inflammation and symptoms you’re experiencing. This can be a great tool for people to get specific about their type of exposure and better tailor their treatment plan. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing jou...
2023-11-2924 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCan your genes tell you why you’re sick? They sure can! The GENIE test EXPLAINED - TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, is a complicated illness. Thankfully, the folks at ProgeneDX have created an in-depth and new test to take that can actually measure the up and down regulation of your genes as a result of CIRS, and even identifies the biotoxins responsible for the inflammation and symptoms you’re experiencing. This can be a great tool for people to get specific about their type of exposure and better tailor their treatment plan. For more information, support, and resources in your own CIRS healing jou...
2023-11-2924 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDon’t do it alone! Major benefits from joining a community when healing from CIRS or chronic illnessFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, aka Mold Illness, can be hard to deal with. This is true for any chronic or autoimmune based illness. But you don’t need to do it alone! Today we’re talking about the benefits of community: connection, safe space to speak freely, advice and suggestions, direction towards resources - so many things!
Over at the CIRS Group, we are planning on adding quite a bit of awesome this month:
- Not one, but TWO group calls per month
- A mo...
2023-10-0418 minThe CIRS Group PodcastCIRSx Recap - Part Two! Gossip, silliness, and serious healing - TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
We attended CIRSx 2023 and learned a ton of new info and are bringing you the highlights today! We had to split up the whole CIRSx weekend into two parts, and here is part two! For more information, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:58 Even Holy Water Supports Mold - Mike Schrantz and Bill Weber
03:13 Erythromelalgia and Peripheral Hypoperfusion - Dr. Lysander Jim
04:04 Stop Coronary Disease: Live Longer, Live Better - Dr. Bill Blanchett
05:26 Dust Mites: So Uncontroversial It's Almost Forgotten...
2023-08-0922 minThe CIRS Group PodcastDid you miss out on CIRSx? No problem! Here’s our Recap - Part One! TheCIRSGroup.comFor more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
We attended CIRSx 2023 and learned a ton of new info and are bringing you the highlights today! We had to split up the whole CIRSx weekend into two parts, so here is part one! For more information, visit TheCIRSGroup.com
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:30 CIRSx overall impressions
04:00 Screening for CIRS - Dr. Eric Dorninger
07:05 Why Buildings Fail to Protect our Health - Paula Baker La Porte
08:17 My Very Own Sirewall - Ming Dooley
10:19 CIRSx Workplan - Cindy Edwards
11:43 The Anti-Inflammatory Benefit of th...
2023-08-0231 minThe CIRS Group PodcastThe Proper Human Diet (for people suffering from CIRS or Mold Illness) - TheCIRSGroup.comWhat is the best way to eat to support your healing journey? If you have CIRS, or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome, there are some important things to keep in mind. Today we’ll talk about how we eat and what we’ve seen work best for people. For more information, visit https://thecirsgroup.com
2023-03-1611 min