Best Gut Check Project 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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The New Fix for Chronic Pain with Dr. Arrash Kirkland 59:51

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When pain won’t quit, you don’t just manage it—you heal it. In this episode of The Gut Check Project, Dr. Arrash Kirkland—board-certified physiatrist, founder of Nobility Pain Management, and partner with LifeGenix Institute—joins Dr. Ken Brown and Eric Rieger to share how regenerative medicine is changing the way we treat chronic pain. From PRP an…

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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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Hydrogen Water: Miracle Molecule or Biohacking BS? 46:02

2M ago46:02

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Is hydrogen water just another overhyped health trend—or is it a legit biohack with real science behind it? In this episode, Dr. Ken Brown dives deep into the bubbling buzz around hydrogen-rich water, sparked by health influencer Gary Brecka’s bold claims on Joe Rogan. Skeptical co-host Eric Rieger gets pulled into Ken’s science rabbit hole as they…

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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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Hair Loss—The Hidden Trade-Offs 39:35

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Think hair loss has nothing to do with gut health? Think again. In this off-the-cuff, insight-packed episode, Dr. Ken Brown and co-host Eric Rieger dive deep (and hilariously) into the world of male pattern baldness, Propecia, and the surprising role of hormones, enzymes, and even heavy metals in hair health. 🧠 They unpack: Why blocking DHT might s…

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Microdosing Ozempic? The GLP-1 Comeback You Didn’t See Coming 41:05

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The boys are back—new (temporary) studio, same no-BS approach. Dr. Ken Brown and Eric Rieger dive deep into the unexpected resurgence of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy—this time, with a controversial twist: microdosing. Is less actually more? Can tiny doses of these peptides do more than just shed pounds? Think anxiety relief, autoimmune…

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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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THE MOOD FOOD MD, DR. UMA NAIDOO 51:37

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Dr. Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based Nutritional Psychiatry Service in the United States. She is the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) & Director of Nutritional Psychiatry at MGH Academy while serving on the faculty at Harvard Medical School. She is considered Harvard Univers…

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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

6M ago49:48

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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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Steven McWilliams - Forensic Neuroscience, Psychopaths, & The Morgue 1:30:51

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Forensic neuroscience is no everyday topic. But it could bring us all everyday lessons on how to interpret our surroundings and personal encounters. Steven McWilliams is a professor at University of Texas Dallas, and there he teaches both graduates and undergraduates the intricacies of the mind, especially those impaired by social disorder. Steven …

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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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Crohn’s Colitis - Dane Johnson 1:33:46

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Do you or a loved one suffer from IBD such as Crohn’s or Colitis? The world does not have to change for the worse! Get in here and meet Dane Johnson, founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, and END the suffering. Dane is the founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle inspired by his life-threatening battle with Crohn’s/Colitis, which he reversed using natural…

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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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Nawaz Ahmed, PHD METAVO 1:31:27

9M ago1:31:27

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Dr. Ahmed is the Director of Research and Operations for METAVO Metavo is a first of its kind high concentration of AvoB, the natural compound found in avocados which restores and promotes true metabolic health. With a doctoral degree in Food Science from the University of Guelph, Dr. Ahmed has emerged as a trailblazer in the field of metabolic hea…

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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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Dr. Austin Wendell - Naviwell 1:18:55

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The game has changed! The days of health insurance only paying for diseases that exist while ignoring the prevention of those diseases are over. You can now use your health insurance plan and gain access to serious dietary planning, fitness coaching, training, stress relief and more, and Dr. Austin Wendell can show you how with Naviwell. NaviWell i…

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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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2024, Voting for Better Food and Better Health 1:00:49

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Our tax dollars should not be used to create food sources engineered to make us sicker in exchange for enriching a select few industries. But that is what is happening. So how does this play into what RFK Jr. (Robert Kennedy, Jr.) has planned for the country? Why has he suspended his campaign to surprisingly join forces with President Trump? How se…

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Last half of 2024 52:47

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Ken & Eric give a quick rundown of activities from the summer and a quick update on KBMD & GCP! Purchase Atrantil & Atrantil Pro here!By KBMD

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

12M ago44:58

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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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The Hypertension “Cough”, Fatty Liver, & Rezdiffra for Fibrosis 56:15

1y ago56:15

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Are you taking an ACE-Inhibitor for high blood pressure? If so have you experienced a dry cough? It literally can be linked to your medication and we discuss how easily you can get rid of this cough just by talking to your doctor today. Eating the standard American diet puts anyone at risk for developing fatty liver disease. It may sound benign, bu…

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

1y ago48:15

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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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LDN Unlocked: Journey to Wellness with Low Dose Naltrexone 1:38:59

1y ago1:38:59

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DEEP DIVE into (LDN) Low Dose Naltrexone with Sebastion Denison, RPh, Andy Komuves, RPh, & Joe Bertrand, RPh Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) Clearly from the adjectives it’s a “non standard” dosage from what naltrexone was originally intended. But why? LDN is a method (with EXTENSIVE data) of finding benefits to healing from certain issues that have ofte…

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

1y ago56:46

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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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Frank Llosa - KetoneAid 1:18:15

1y ago1:18:15

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Mr. Frank LLosa, a serial entrepreneur who has an incredible track record of success in a number of fields from real estate, to highly technical photography for National Geographic, to one of the first cloud-based storage systems available to the public. Mr. LLosa was also an elite Division I track athlete who currently incorporates biohacking to s…

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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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SIBO: What’s actually happening to your gut and why? (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) 45:18

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SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) is a tricky diagnosis sometimes to have confirmed, hard to learn exactly what it is, and even worse… find out what can be done. Ken Brown, MD is a board certified gastroenterologist, and he has seen thousands of patients with SIBO, its so called blurred lines with IBS and the hopelessness of those that en…

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Medicine Hunter - Chris Kilham 1:18:26

1+ y ago1:18:26

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Chris Kilham, a medicine hunter, author, educator and TV personality who has conducted medicinal plant research in over 45 countries and lectures worldwide about holistic wellness and botanical medicines. As a speaker and guest expert on TV in U.S. and international markets, he advocates for traditional botanical medicines, including psychoactive a…

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

1+ y ago32:27

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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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Cate Shanahan, MD 1:23:39

1+ y ago1:23:39

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Dr Cate has emerged as a leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism. A board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, and NY Times bestselling author The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition & Food Rules She was Endorsed by popular athletes such as NBA players Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard, & Steve Blake after re-engineeri…

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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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Mental Healing with Psychedelics IN TEXAS (Legally)Teresa Marie & David Jackson, MD 1:44:49

1+ y ago1:44:49

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Teresa Marie is a certified Coach and specialist in mind medicine. She has a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology from John F. Kennedy University and has a Dallas practice treating clients with PTSD, ADHD, Depression and Anxiety. The combination of various medicines (psychedelic and traditional) and integration therapy helps clients transfo…

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

1+ y ago56:32

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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

1+ y ago39:58

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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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Martha Rosenberg - Investigative Medical Journalism 1:33:29

1+ y ago1:33:29

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Have you ever found it difficult to tell an important story… a story so important that you feel everyone must know for there own benefit? These types of dilemma arise when the information is vast and technical and you have to relay so much information. An investigative journalist serves this purpose on a daily basis, and today on the GCP we have on…

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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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Navicam: Swallowing AI literally could save lives with Ray Bengermino (some golf talk, too!) 1:17:29

1+ y ago1:17:29

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The use of “pill cams” (cameras embedded within ingestible capsules) to take pictures of a patient’s digestive tract began almost 20 years ago. It was a huge win to find some very difficult to detect disease, bleeds, obstructions, and more. But, that only solved the problem of getting to the problem. The process still requires hours of downloading …

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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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Former FDA Exec fighting for your rights to access - Daniel Fabricant, PhD, NPA CEO 1:25:51

1+ y ago1:25:51

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You should have the choice wether you want to supplement your health with natural supplements. It’s really not a controversial statement. (Ex vitamin D, vitamin C, NMN, NAC, etc…) But without people like Daniel Fabricant, PhD., we would all be limited SEVERELY by what we could access without a prescription, or in many cases… ACCESS AT ALL! It doesn…

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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…