Best Autoimmuneissues Podcasts (2025)

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32. The BS We Feed Ourselves: "Was There Ever A Normal?" 7:50

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Here's what I've learned over these last 32 episodes. There isn't any one smoking gun as to why we're sick. Why we're in the middle of a disease epidemic in this country. It's multi-layered and fraught with nuance. The culmination of parts and allowances we feed ourselves daily, hourly, just to cope in a world that is too fast, diverse, polluted, a…

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31. Is there an alcohol that's actually GOOD for you? 42:16

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Summary: Mark McTavish is the founder and CEO of 101 Cider House as well as a devoted cider fan, lover of artistic beverages, and a true health nut. Mark is a former bodybuilder and native of Toronto, Canada. After helping to pioneer the craft beer industry in Canada, Mark began to give up the suds in favor of cider. His goal to make "the world's h…

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30. Anxiety vs Arousal: Are you attracting the wrong people? 44:07

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Summary: Megan Bruneau is a psychotherapist, executive coach and podcast host. She has more than 12-years of experience and specializes in perfectionism-related issues, such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. Deepak Chopra dubbed her "the millennials' therapist" –– as her "no-BS" approach to coaching may be the perspective you've been mi…

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29. On the verge of burnout? How to meditate for beginners (PART 2) 42:58

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Summary: Dr. Shelly Sethi shares what it's like to be an A-type, how it affects our health and how to meditate for much-needed mental peace. Dr. Sethi is a best-selling author and a board-certified family physician. If you're not a mediator, and you need some basics, this is the episode for you. What We Learn: 02:05 "You're doing so much more for p…

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28. Study shows: People that isolate tend to get sick more often | Dr. Shelly Sethi 42:39

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Summary: Dr. Shelly Sethi is a best-selling author and a board-certified family physician. In this episode, we discuss mind-body practices: meditation, and our need for connection. In the midst of a global pandemic, Dr. Sethi shares how the mind and body work together to support the immune system or influence disease. What We Learn: 09:25 How your …

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27. Fatigued, Fat & Frazzled? Sexology doctor shares health tips | Dr. Keesha Ewers 1:04:47

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Summary: Dr. Keesha Ewers is a doctor of sexology, a board-certified functional medicine provider, a best-author and a mother of four. She works with women to reverse their autoimmune disease, heal childhood trauma and make friends with the woman they see in the mirror. What We Learn: 00:22 The Mother of Functional Sexology 01:38 - "I can feel how …

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26. Can vision testing tell you if food is affecting your health?| Dr. Terry Wahls (Part 2) 32:38

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Summary: Dr. Terry Wahls was once confined to an electric wheelchair, but is now able to walk and ride her bike! She's a former physician, was an assistant chief of staff at Iowa City Veterans Administration Health Care and is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa. She's an esteemed author, has a private practice and conducts c…

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25. From Wheelchair to Walking Again (How FOOD Saved Her LIfe) PART 1 34:37

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Dr. Terry Wahls was once confined to an electric wheelchair, but is now able to walk and ride her bike! She's a former physician, was an assistant chief of staff at Iowa City Veterans Administration Health Care and is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa. She's an esteemed author, has a private practice and conducts clinical t…

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24. Battle "brain fog," live longer & happier | Dr. Steven Gundry 1:07:28

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Dr. Steven Gundry is a renowned cardiologist, researcher and NY Times best-selling author of The Plant Paradox Book series. His diet and lifestyle recommendations have helped perhaps millions of people take control of their lives. Some say they're "aging backward" physically and mentally thanks to his program. What We Learn: Lectins 101 What's zonu…

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23. CBD Innovator: "What you should know BEFORE using CBD" 56:42

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Summary: Laura Komkov is an innovator, businesswoman and "Medical Unicorn." She is also the co-founder of Canvas 1839 - a company focused on creating optimized drug delivery technologies in the cannabis space. Her motivation stemmed from autoimmune and genetic problems that she's experienced since age 12. What We Learn: 01:17 - Laura's diagnosis tr…

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22. Stress Less, Accomplish MORE (Mental Techniques) |Emily Fletcher 54:23

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Summary: Emily Fletcher, a leading expert in meditation, author and founder of The Ziva Technique is helping thousands of people to uplevel their health, sleep and sex life, kick-ass at work and at home through meditation. The New York Times, The Today Show, Vogue, and ABC News have all featured Emily's work. She has taught The Ziva Technique to mo…

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21. Nutritionist: "What Hair Loss and Feminism Have in Common" 1:07:28

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Summary: Britt Reuter, a certified nutrition specialist, business owner and author of eBook "Girl's Guide to Reversing Hair Loss." She shares what hair loss and being a feminist have in common. Britt's personal experience with chronic inflammation as well as her formal training in nutrition and functional medicine led her to empower women. Her goal…

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20. Addicted to STRESS? (How To End the Cycle) Part 2 44:52

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Summary: Karden Rabin is an author, health and wellness expert, and teacher. In this episode, Karden shares how so many of us are "addicted to stress" and what we can do overcome our appetite for stress and live truly healthier and more sustainable lives. One tip, Type A personalities can make sure to prioritize their health as well as their client…

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19. Getting Personal with the Founders of Paleo f(x) 1:13:54

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Summary: Michelle and Keith Norris are the founders of Paleo f(x), the world's best holistic healing and wellness event. In this episode, they talk about how you can optimize your health. They also share tools you need to manage burnout, and advice on how to maintain a loving relationship while building a business. What We Learn: 06:28 - From Corpo…

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18. Top Execs are Using "PLAY" to Win at Life (Here's How) 1:13:00

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Summary: Gary Ware, a TEDx Talk Speaker, and Play Consultant works with top executives and Fortune 500 companies, like Google. He runs workshops about how incorporating "play" into your day can help you be more productive. He has a 99.9% success rate and has a lot to say about how PLAY helped him and how it can help you overcome burnout, improve yo…

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17. How to Reclaim Yourself & Stay in Business | Emily McDowell (Part 2) 33:31

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Summary: Emily McDowell is a writer, illustrator, speaker, teacher, entrepreneur, and founder of Emily McDowell and Friends - a company specializing in greeting cards and other products that speak to the human condition. Their mission is to help people connect when they're not sure what to say. McDowell, 43, was diagnosed with cancer at the age of …

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16. Cancer, Empathy Cards & Losing Herself in Business | Emily McDowell (Part 1) 49:17

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Summary: Emily McDowell is a writer, illustrator, speaker, teacher, entrepreneur, and founder of Emily McDowell and Friends - a company specializing in greeting cards and other products that speak to the human condition. Their mission is to help people connect when they're not sure what to say. McDowell, 43, was diagnosed with cancer at the age of …

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15. The hardest thing about Keto is cooking! (How-To Guide) 51:48

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Summary: Max Mentzer found a way to balance his hormones easily, lose weight and maintain it, all while managing his Type 1 Diabetes. His lifestyle change helped him gain incredible amounts of focus and energy and is now helping others do the same. In this New Year's episode Shawna and "Keto Chef Max" dive into actionable tips on how you can "go Ke…

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14. What I Learned: "Keeping Your Hormones Healthy" 18:07

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Summary: If you're someone who has always performed at a very high level but suddenly find yourself struggling, it may be your hormones. I spent a weekend at an endocrinology seminar which really taught me a lot about it. This is something that I always took for granted, but after making a few small changes to my lifestyle have seen amazing results…

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13. Are you exercising wrong? MS Doctor shares techniques 48:21

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Summary: Dr. Gretchen Hawley, a physical therapist and MS specialist shares the importance of exercise for improved mental performance and physical movement as well as helping people with autoimmune diseases gain hope and live life confidently! She's also the founder of The MSing Link. What We Learn: 03:55 Start at "So, let's talk about the importa…

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12. Why Feeling UNSAFE is Damaging Your Health 55:27

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Summary: Karden Rabin, a health and wellness expert, teacher and entrepreneur. In this episode, he shares how we unknowingly damage our health when we react to stressful or threatening situations. He opens up about the illness he struggled with through his youth and how he learned to be an agent of healthy change in his life. He specializes in body…

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11. Millennial Business Woman Says Illness Contributed to Success 48:45

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Summary: Natalie Kelley is a holistic health coach, recipe developer, and businesswoman. She's also the host of the Thrive with IBD podcast. She's experienced scary and painful moments due to her chronic illness: ulcerative colitis. In this episode, she opens up about how bloat and fatigue plagued her life and how she used to just pass it off as st…

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10. How To: Have Difficult Conversations in Business 22:43

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Summary: If you're an entrepreneur, a new business owner or an ambitious - driven person, you will have to have difficult conversations. Conversations about money, letting people go, choosing what's the best way to move forward for your business which may mean some career partnerships aren't going to last, hey, some personal relationships may not l…

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9. "Confessions of an Overweight Doctor" (Why DNA Matters) (Part2) 30:18

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Summary: How to diet based on your genes in part 2 of this interview of the interview with Dr. Hailey Heard and Dr. Megan Arnold, cofounders at MaxGen Labs. In this episode, they share how some popular diets, like going Keto, may be hurting you more than helping you. They also share how you can take control of your life and health with more knowled…

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8. Eating your emotions? There's a GENE for that (Part 1) 29:55

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Summary: Dr. Hailey Heard and Dr. Megan Arnold are cofounders at MaxGen Labs. In this episode, they share how their genetic testing kits are helping women with autoimmune disease live and eat better. "We can literally look at your genes and pinpoint specifically how you function as a whole and how we can personalize and prioritize your health journ…

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7. How To Keep from Burning OutÂ 18:07

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Summary: Shawna Bigby Davis, a creative director, and advertising executive shares how she overcomes burnout out when she needs to be "on." If you're ever on stage or have a big presentation in front of your office or have to meet people during a networking event. This podcast will help you overcome work through the fight or flight response that's …

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6. NBA Life Coach: "HACK Your Mental Health" 41:09

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Summary: David Nurse, an Emotional Coach for the NBA and Host of 1%er Podcast shares his road to redemption after being removed from a professional basketball program, his challenges with low testosterone and his secret to having no fear. How to Listen: Stay up-to-date on the latest episodes by subscribing on iTunes. You can also find us on Apple P…

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5. Clairvoyant for Fortune 500 CEOs shares wellness secrets 1:07:12

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Summary: Gwen Dittmar is a clairvoyant who has supported Fortune 500 CEOs, entrepreneurs, actresses, health & wellness professionals, addiction recovery professionals, and more; all who want to reclaim their energy, work, and life. She's a high-functioning over achiever who has faced a number of challenges, including a near death experience, and st…

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4. Is your shame making you SICK? | Philip Folsom 1:22:34

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Summary: Today we have a guest who has gone into the "dark woods" and made it out the other side. There he learned that individuals and organizations can DO and BE ANYTHING, if two things are in place: a model of success, and the tools to reach it. He's dramatically improved the lives of over 500,000 individuals struggling with depression, PTSD, an…

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3. "The Paleo Mom" talks Imposter Syndrome & growing up sick 51:26

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Summary: Dr. Sarah Ballantyne aka "The Paleo Mom" is an award-winning public speaker, New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned health expert in the autoimmune community. Dr. Sarah shares what to say when your doctor's not listening, how to overcome imposter syndrome and strategies to keep you thriving in your career. How to Listen: Stay…

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2. The Dangers of the "Keto High" | Grace McCalmon 56:03

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Summary: Grace McCalmon is certified nutritional therapist and health and wellness digital marketing creative at Bonafide Provisions, a Pasture-Raised Bone Broth company. She's the first person who helped me discover my autoimmune issues. Now, she's struggling to discover if everything she's believed in, that's helped others, is actually making her…

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1. Why Staying Single Is A Form of Healthcare I V Capaldi 1:08:35

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Summary: V Capaldi is a TEDx Speaker and business builder living with both autoimmune disease Multiple sclerosis and Epstein-Barr. She became a millionaire by age 30 and then lost it all due her diagnosis and treatments. She says for her "MS" also means "Marriage Sickness" and believes that she can't be both well and in an intimate relationship. Ho…

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Shawna's Story 14:56

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Why do we keep pushing ourselves when we know it makes us sick? Why do we value others' opinions more than what our own bodies tell us? Why do we give our negative thoughts so much power over our quality of life? This is the BS We Feed Ourselves. And it's literally killing us. But there is a way out of this painful cycle. I know, because I've been …

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Introducing: The BS We Feed Ourselves 3:26

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Summary: Why do we keep pushing ourselves when we know it makes us sick? Why do we value others' opinions more than what our own bodies tell us? Why do we give our negative thoughts so much power over our quality of life? This is the BS We Feed Ourselves. And it's literally killing us. But there is a way out of this painful cycle. I know, because I…