Best Desiree Werland Podcasts (2025)

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From Chronic Illness to Vibrant Health: Nurse Danielle Shears’ Holistic Healing Secrets 34:51

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Please 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, m…

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Unlock Ageless Vitality: Crush Inflammation & Thrive with Kay Schnizlein 26:07

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Meet 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 de…

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Mastering Inflammation: Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu’s Secrets to Autoimmune Strength and Vibrant Skin 54:48

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My 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 …

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Healing Autoimmune with Food: @FoodByMars Shares Paleo & AIP Secrets 44:39

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Listen 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 j…

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Running Strong: How Mireille Sine Conquers Lupus and Coaches Resilience 44:48

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In 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…

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From Lupus to Legacy: April Chavez’s Journey to be Holistic 46:22

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Welcome 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 sha…

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Jane Marla Robbins on Myasthenia Gravis, Humor, and Life at 78 | Myasthenia Musical Memoir 52:32

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In 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 carrie…

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Chiara Popin's Comeback: New Insights on Healing, Fitness, and Chronic Illness Management 28:55

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In 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 heali…

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Unlocking Autoimmune Mysteries: A Deep Dive with Tyler O’Malley, Exagen Inc.'s Clinical Vanguard 49:48

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In 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 numer…

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Unlocking the Power of Vitamin D: A Conversation with Dr. Leslie Ray Matthews on Autoimmune Health 41:27

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Today'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 Mississ…

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Gut Check: Mastering IBS & Gut Health with Atavia Minoudis 37:17

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Welcome 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 l…

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From Fatigue to Freedom: Risa Groux’s Approach to Thriving with Autoimmunity 42:53

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✨ 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 mor…

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From Tech Titan to Autoimmune Warrior: Brian Bentow’s Journey to Healing Through Food 56:19

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Today, I’mthrilled to welcome Brian Bentow,a tech entrepreneur, software architect, and author who has an incredible storyof resilience and innovation. With a career spanning leadership roles in techgiants like Microsoft and startups that have collectively exited for over $700million, Brian has made a name for himself in the world of healthcare IT …

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The Brain and Autoimmunity: Interview with Dr. Sweta Adatia | Neurologist | TEDx Speaker 59:12

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In 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…

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Who Do You Have On Your Side? ⁠Workers with Autoimmune Ailments Alliance 41:33

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Today I have a powerful interview that you canmake a difference with! I interviewed ⁠EmmanuelSessegnon⁠. The Co-Founder and President of the ⁠Workers with AutoimmuneAilments Alliance⁠, an organization I startedto protect the rights and dignity of people with autoimmune diseases and theimmunocompromised. My main job is crafting legislation and prese…

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Redefining Lives with Migraine Treatment: An interview with Kevin Smith 44:58

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Hello 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…

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What do you do with mystery symptoms? An interview with Carrie Bailey 50:19

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Today'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…

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New therapeutic treatment of chronic inflammatory disorders: An Interview with Dr. Santamaria 48:15

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Today'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 In…

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Neuropathy? It's more than numbness (An interview with Keith Day) 56:46

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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 t…

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Ayurveda for Autoimmune (Do you know your dosha?) An interview with Dr. Shivani Gupta 51:59

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I 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, …

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Finding Peace with Chronic Illness: An Interview with Xenia Brandstetter 1:07:57

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In 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 fo…

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How can Leapcure benefit you? An interview with Rithana Srikanth 26:56

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In 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 …

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Learn to stop living in constant stress? An interview with Gina Ramirez 32:27

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In 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. G…

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Where to start when you are chronically ill? An interview with Allison Samon 54:37

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In 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 wit…

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The importance of sleep on your mental health: An interview with Dr Nishi Bhopal (S.3, E.67) 56:32

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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, a…

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What can White Willow do for you? An interview with Michelle Mills (S.3, E.66) 39:58

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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 exp…

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What your girlfriend will tell you about lupus? An Interview with Amanda Chay (S.2 E. 65) 46:54

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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 me…

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How to balance autoimmunity and marriage? Interview with Claire Jørgensen (S.2 Epis. 64) 1:01:46

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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,…

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Would you like a chronic pain reset? An interview with Dr. Afton Hassett (S2, Epi. 63) 45:08

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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 th…

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Find out what reflexology can do for fibromyalgia...among other illnesses (S2, Epi. 62) 1:14:36

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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 …

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Butter is Better: An Interview with Sally Morell of the Weston Price Foundation and Nourishing Traditions Cookbook (S2, Epi. 61) 35:42

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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 …

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Project Managing Chronic Illness with PrettySickLupusChick (Shamikka Marty) S. 2 Epi. 60 48:54

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Today'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 andhas 3 beautiful children Amaru, Alejandra and Antonio plus her 2 puppies Luna and Lilo. She graduated from Williamstown High School and earned her degree …

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Reduce Pain through Faith+Food+Fitness: An Interview with Ashley Nicole (S. 2 Epi. 59) First Video Cast 37:07

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Warriors, 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 BodybuildingOrganization and the Natural Fit Federation and the Master Trainer and Autoimmune Health Coach of RA Warrior Fitness.…

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Dealing with L.E.M. Syndrome, Mid Life and More: An Interview with Kelly Majdan (S.2 Epi. 58) 47:31

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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…

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Defeating Multiple Sclerosis: An interview with Adrienne Scharli S. 2, Epi. 57 39:18

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Thank 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 …

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Conquering Your Fibromyalgia PART III: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 56) 31:58

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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 …

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Conquering Your Fibromyalgia PART II: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 55) 30:14

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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 Fibromyalg…

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Conquering Your Fibromyalgia: A conversation with Dr Michael Lenz (S.2, Epi. 54) 28:38

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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 thi…

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Do you know what Ninja Foods are? An interview with Christina Glowac (S.2, Epi 53) 40:55

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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 …

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Become Immune confident with Dr Kara Wada (S.2, Epi 52) 53:48

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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. S…

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More antioxidants than green tea? Special Leaf (An interview with Chris Cook) S.2 E #51 40:01

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I 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 natu…

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What's new with Type 1 Diabetes: An interview with Dr. Ake Lernmark (S.2, Epi. #50) 45:35

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This week's podcast features Ake Lernmark, MD, PhD. His research interest in autoimmune type 1 diabetes dates back before his isletcell surface antibodies report in 1978. Which was followed by the first islet autoantigen, the 64K in 1982. He also discovered the genetic associationbetween HLA-DQ and autoimmune diabetes. He helped develop the “Golden…

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Iridology with Corry Lang: A Regenerative Detoxification Specialist and Iridologist (S.2, E. 49) 40:46

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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 guid…

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Skin, Science and Sjogren's: An interview with Dr. Lobo Part II (A Chemist and Nutritional Biologist) S. 2, Ep. 48 53:16

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Today'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,…

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Skin, Science and Sjogren's: An interview with Dr. Lobo (A Chemist and Nutritional Biologist) S. 2, Ep. 47 37:43

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Today'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 scien…

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Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Autoimmune Disease: An Interview with Paul Peter Tak (S.2, Ep.46) 49:20

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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…

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Have you heard of Trigeminal Neuralgia? An interview with Michele Vogt (S.2 E. 45) 1:00:39

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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 rar…

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Experience a Better Life with Dr. Pinkston (S.2, E. 44) 45:01

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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 sinc…

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From Crohn's disease to Wellness Collection: An interview with Cassie Sobelton (S.2, E. 43) 40:25

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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, w…

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Looms for Lupus: An interview with the Mata Sisters (S.2, E. 42) 55:08

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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 cond…