Exploring the Tolerance Threshold in Inflammation: A Personal MS Journey

Elizabeth Yarnell introduces the concept of the tolerance threshold in inflammation, explaining how it applies to managing chronic conditions like multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders. Elizabeth reflects on her experiences with long-term injections and the severe side effects like chronic hives and convulsions, which led her to gradually taper off medication in favor of lifestyle changes. A deep dive into the tolerance threshold concept provides listeners with an understanding of how to manage inflammation effectively.

Can Ayahuasca Help with Inflammation?

Elizabeth Yarnell delves into the world of plant medicine with Dr. Heather Paulson, exploring the potential of Ayahuasca and other Amazonian plants in treating chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions. Dr. Paulson shares her experiences at Hampoi House in Peru, discussing the integration of ancestral traditions with modern science. They examine the healing properties of Ayahuasca, Bobinsana, and other plant medicines, while highlighting the importance of safety, dietary restrictions, and community in the healing process. The conversation also touches on epigenetics, trauma, and the role of ceremonial practices. Reflections on legal challenges and the future of plant medicine tourism conclude the episode.

Rethinking Autoimmunity: The Role of Self-Care and Body Awareness

Elizabeth Yarnell challenges conventional views on autoimmunity by emphasizing the importance of recognizing subtle symptoms that may indicate underlying issues. She advocates for meditation, self-care, and effective communication with one's body as essential practices in managing autoimmune conditions as well as targeted diet and lifestyle adjustments. The episode underscores the significance of tuning into the body's signals to better understand and address inflammation.

Understanding Weight Health and Inflammation: Insights with Ashley Koff, RD

Elizabeth Yarnell welcomes Ashley Koff, RD, who shares her insights into weight health and hormones. They discuss the significance of GLP-1 and GIP hormones, distinguish between "weight loss" and "weight health", and debunk a popular hydration goal with a unique hose vs. sponge analogy. The discussion critiques the "calories in vs. calories out" equation and highlights the connection between weight health and inflammation. Ashley discusses the concept of "infobesity" and misleading food advertisements, offering practical resources in her new book, "Your Best Shot."

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Flare-Ups: Addressing Inflammation and Finding Triggers

Elizabeth Yarnell presents a client's journey with multiple sclerosis from initial symptoms and diagnosis through a period of health decline. The episode follows the beginning of treatment and the client's initial improvements, before suffering a frightening health event and subsequent flare-ups. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of addressing inflammation, identifying triggers, and tracking continued progress.

How Inflammation Connects to Our Unhealthy Food Supply with Ocean Robbins, The Food Revolution Network

Elizabeth Yarnell introduces Ocean Robbins and they explore how his family background as Baskin' and Robbins ice cream led to his passion for clean eating and clean foods, and ultimately to the million-member-strong Food Revolution Network. They explore the network's core message, emphasizing the significance of GMOs, glyphosate, and their impact on the American diet. Ocean shares insights into his current projects and future aspirations of raising awareness of the health effects of the industrialized food complex. The discussion addresses nutritional concerns and offers resources for listeners seeking to make healthier food choices. The episode concludes with encouragement to listeners to consider the implications of their dietary choices.

Can What You Eat Make a Difference in How Your Body Functions?

Elizabeth Yarnell digs into the concept of neuroplasticity and its role in brain healing, illustrating the potential for recovery and improvement. A client success story highlights the positive impact of dietary changes on health.

Reducing Inflammation Activates Neuroplasticity

Elizabeth Yarnell introduces Ellen Daulerio who shares a unique health perspective from her time in Japan. Ellen discusses her health challenges after returning to the US and how neuroplasticity aided her recovery. The episode discusses chronic stress physiology, chronic illness as a repeated memory, and the emotional impact on physical health. Ellen highlights the importance of safety signals, the influence of internal stories, and shares a simple exercise for managing pain and anxiety. The discussion covers the pitfalls of a "fix it" mindset, offering strategies to soften it, and concludes with insights on thriving versus surviving.

The Limoncello Incident

Elizabeth Yarnell recounts a personal story she calls "The Limoncello Incident," where she unexpectedly experienced symptoms connected to her multiple sclerosis after consuming a meal. Through investigation, Elizabeth identifies the hidden trigger: yellow food dye present in Limoncello. She shares the remedies she utilized to manage the episode and reflects on the lessons learned, offering listeners valuable insights into identifying and managing their own inflammation triggers. The episode concludes with Elizabeth's closing remarks and a call to action for listeners to remain vigilant about their own dietary influences.

Inflammation and Lyme Disease and Mast Cell Activation

Elizabeth Yarnell and Dr. Darin Ingels discuss natural treatments and therapies for Lyme disease, allergies, and mast cell activation. They talk about the unique characteristics, diagnostic challenge of Lyme's Disease, and the importance of recognizing symptoms even when testing is negative. Dr. Ingles shares his treatment approach, including alternative therapies and herbal remedies. They also explore desensitization therapies for allergies, such as "low dose allergy therapy", and their role in reducing inflammation. The episode touches on environmental chemicals, food sensitivities, and lifestyle changes, offering advice for those with Lyme disease.

Did You Know About this Life Solution for MS?

Elizabeth Yarnell begins by sharing her personal journey and the podcast's mission to investigate hidden triggers of chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions. She delves into the importance of understanding external triggers and how they contribute to inflammation. Elizabeth discusses strategies for managing chronic diseases by controlling these triggers and highlights proactive measures to overcome disability. She emphasizes the importance of using symptoms as clues to identify inflammation sources.

Inflammation and The Menopause Gut with Cynthia Thurlow

Join Elizabeth Yarnell and Cynthia Thurlow as they explore a blend of traditional medicine and holistic health for menopause. Cynthia discusses her medical background and examines how the microbiome and immune system evolve with age. Discover insights on the impact of childhood events on autoimmune risk, the nervous system's balance, and hormones' role in mood and immunity. Topics include gut health, stress management, and pelvic floor therapy. The episode also covers inflammaging, immunosenescence, hormone therapy, and cholesterol management in women. Cynthia's book on stress, trauma, and bone health is highlighted.

Did You Know Hypersensitivity Reactions Cause Inflammation!

Elizabeth Yarnell delves into the concept of chronic conditions acting as alarm bells, signaling underlying inflammation issues. She explores hypersensitivity reactions and their link to inflammation, drawing on Dr. Fasano's groundbreaking discovery on celiac disease and the role of gluten. The episode examines common characteristics and triggers of autoimmune conditions, emphasizing the significance of leaky gut in the inflammatory process. Elizabeth highlights Dr. Fasano's research on external versus internal triggers of inflammation.

Easy Anti-Inflammatory Cooking with Chef/Author Laurie Gauguin

Elizabeth Yarnell welcomes Chef Laurie Gauguin to discuss her journey from health struggles to becoming a professional chef and cookbook author. Chef Laurie shares insights on cooking for elimination diets, challenges of becoming a professional chef, and how firsthand experience in working with food restrictions shaped her cookbook. Topics include sourcing clean foods, white labeling, and ingredient changes. Laurie highlights recipe categories focused on accessibility and family inclusion. They discuss the emotional empowerment of managing restricted diets. The episode concludes with where to find Chef Laurie and her cookbook.

Most Symptoms are Due to Inflammation

Elizabeth Yarnell opens this episode by sharing her personal journey with inflammation and reiterating the podcast's mission to uncover hidden triggers of chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions. She provides a recap of the previous episode's focus on inflammation symptoms before delving into the terminology, specifically the suffix "-itis," which indicates inflammation. Elizabeth compares conventional medicine's approach to treating inflammation with natural methods, emphasizing the importance of understanding both. She introduces the Inflammation Academy as a resource for deeper learning and encourages community engagement. The episode concludes with an invitation to take a free inflammation quiz.

Inflammation and Trauma in MS

Elizabeth Yarnell is joined by health coach Adrienne Scharli, who shares her journey with multiple sclerosis, detailing her symptoms, diagnosis, and subsequent episodes. The discussion includes the impact of drug company influences and the effects of steroid treatments. Adrienne shares her experiences with nutritional management of MS, referencing Dr. Terry Walls' protocol, and discusses her four pillars of health, which include movement, grounding, and mental health strategies.

It's All About Inflammation

Elizabeth Yarnell shares a personal story about how a seemingly harmless food, parsnips, triggered inflammation that led to an MS attack. This experience underscores the importance of identifying and understanding individual inflammation triggers. Elizabeth discusses her recovery process, highlighting natural remedies and strategies to manage MS progression. The episode concludes with insights on managing inflammation effectively, offering listeners practical advice based on personal experiences and research. Elizabeth calls this strategy "Inflammation Abatement" and is what she teaches inside The Inflammation Academy.

Hidden Inflammation, Autism, and the Patterns Parents Often Miss

Many parents of children with autism or developmental delays feel stuck between conflicting advice. One provider focuses on behavior, another suggests waiting, and meanwhile the daily struggles with sleep, digestion, picky eating, emotional regulation, and learning continue. In this conversation, Amber Brooks shares why inflammation and gut health often show up alongside developmental concerns. She explains how symptoms across sleep, digestion, immune stress, and behavior may be connected and why looking at the whole child helps parents make clearer, more confident decisions. This episode gives parents a deeper understanding of what may be happening beneath the surface, without blame, pressure, or overwhelming medical language.

Did you know this about MS?

Elizabeth Yarnell delves into common myths surrounding autoimmunity, challenging conventional beliefs and shedding light on misconceptions. The episode explores the concept of neuroplasticity and its role in brain development, emphasizing its significance in managing autoimmune conditions.

Metabolic Syndrome, Kidney Health, and Inflammation

Elizabeth Yarnell welcomes Dr. Neetu Sharma, a kidney health expert, to explore the intersection of metabolic health and autoimmune conditions. Dr. Sharma shares her holistic approach to managing metabolic functions and their impact on chronic diseases, including kidney disease. The discussion covers the role of metabolic syndrome in autoimmune conditions, cardiovascular complications, and the use of functional genomics in kidney disease management. They emphasize the importance of lifestyle, diet, and hydration, while considering the effects of processed foods, environmental toxins, and water quality. Dr. Sharma also addresses nutrient deficiencies and preventative measures for kidney health, comparing functional medicine with conventional nephrology.