Spoonie Radio

In this episode, Dr. Stein and I discuss our shared experience of how a diagnosis of ME/CFS led us, professionally, to help others manage the condition. She describes how self-management strategies can impact biology and therefore improve patient's lives. Also learn about her new online course & sign up for it here:  https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/pathways Learn more about Dr. Stein at https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/

In this mini-episode special, I speak with NY-based writer and director JB Bruno.  JB is presenting a live performance of A Demon on My Life this June. This online performance will raise funds for #MEAction, a charity and advocacy group focused on myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly referred to as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). The story revolves around Liz and her husband Mark, two dancers who have to navigate the physical and emotional challenges of Liz's ME/CFS. RSVP for the event here: https://bit.ly/2Azywxk

12.6.19   In this episode, Dr. Myhill discusses why nutrition is the number #1 step for treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome and ME. She talks her fight against the PACE authors, critique of the ACUMEN mitochondrial function test, and more...

11.12.19  Ever thought to crowd source your chronic condition? In episode 17, I sit down with Evan Golub & Nicole Krinick, founders of WANA--a new app that fosters hope, direction, & healing for those with chronic, invisible illness. Hear how a dating app and a diagnosis of Lyme brought these two together to build a community-driven platform to connect patients suffering with otherwise isolating conditions. Download WANA here

09.16.19  In the long awaited Ep 16, Ken and I take a deep dive into microbiome shifts as primary contributors to the myriad symptoms of CFS and similar conditions. He walks us through how using an AI-tool allows for a deeper understanding of our microbiome, symptoms, & effectiveness of treatments.

11.1.15 In Ep 15, Dr. Younger talks inflammation as it relates to the symptoms of ME/CFS and fibromyalgia. He talks about his research findings, treatment options, testing, and more

10.1.15  Dr. Kerr describes his recent mitochondrial findings in functional diseases, ways to protect mitochondria, what ME/CFS patients can learn from Weston Price, and the complex pathogenesis of the illness

9.1.15 In Episode 13 I talk to Josh Grant, founder of MENDUS--an online research lab dedicated to patient's exploration of their own health. Inspired by the quantified self movement, Josh aims to garner ME/CFS research interest with this innovative project.

7.1.15  Dan describes his ME/CFS journey, how to reset HPA axis dysfunction, the wonders of neuroplasticity, and more...

6.1.15 In Ep 11 Toni Bernard talks how to be sick and how to live well with chronic illness. We talk fear and suffering, and how her new book will address the many challenges the chronically ill face every day...