How Long Does it Take to Resolve Long COVID? with Evan H. Hirsch, MD

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, shares how long it really takes to recover from long COVID, and why most people need more time (and deeper healing) than they expect. If you've tried multiple treatments without results, this conversation brings clarity, guidance, and renewed hope. He breaks down the "toxic 5" (heavy metals, chemicals, mold, infections, and nervous system dysfunction) and explains why these root causes must be addressed for a full recovery. You'll also learn why standard lab tests often miss what matters, and how time, order, and mindset all play a key role in your healing journey. In this episode, you'll learn: What long COVID really is, and how it shows up in the body Why 36% of people still have symptoms after 3 months How long it takes to clear each of the toxic 5 Why ivermectin and vitamins don't always work The truth about testing and false negatives When nicotine can be helpful ✅ Take the free quiz to discover if your fatigue is fixable, and get a personalized score with expert recommendations: http://myfatiguescore.com . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, speaks with Katie Kimball, CSME, to explore how exhausted parents can reclaim energy and stability at home by building a true "family team." Together, they unpack how life skills, chores, and food prep can become empowering tools, especially for families navigating chronic fatigue or long COVID. Katie Kimball helps change kids' relationship to food, both through work in the kitchen and helping parents of picky eaters. She's a former teacher, two-time TEDx speaker, writer, and mom of 4 kids. She created the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, which was recommended by The Wall Street Journal as the best online cooking class for kids. Her blog Kitchen Stewardship helps families stay healthy without going crazy, and she's on a mission to connect families around healthy food, teach every child to cook, and instill those all-important life skills with her LifeSkillsNow summer camps! Today, Katie shares simple but powerful strategies for involving kids in cooking and household responsibilities in a way that builds confidence, strengthens family bonds, and takes pressure off parents who are stretched thin. In this episode, you'll learn: What a "family support team" looks like and how to create one Why life skills build confidence, resilience, and future independence How to coach rather than criticize when teaching kids The importance of clear boundaries and gradual responsibility Why apologizing is a powerful parenting tool How to shift parenting style as your kids become teens Creative ways to teach responsibility through allowance systems Katie's Freebie: Knife Skills Video for Kids: https://kidscookrealfood.com/energymdpodcast  Holiday Skills Bundle from LifeSkillsNow: https://sl290.isrefer.com/go/holiday-skills/ehirsch/  . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.  

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD explores why nicotine therapy doesn't always work for people with long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome and what you can do instead. He breaks down how the toxic load in your body, especially the "Toxic Five," can interfere with recovery and explains how to optimize your healing approach even when nicotine doesn't deliver results. If you've tried patches, lozenges, or gum and still struggle with fatigue, brain fog, or pain, this episode offers clarity and direction. In this episode, you'll learn: What nicotine therapy does and why it helps some people The role of acetylcholine receptors and nervous system balance Why 50% of users don't respond to nicotine therapy How the "Toxic Five" interferes with healing When to retry nicotine after addressing deeper causes The lifestyle mistakes that can block progress Evan's four-step process for full recovery . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo about the hidden hormone imbalances behind fatigue, and how restoring the thyroid, adrenals, and insulin response can help you reclaim your energy.   Dr. Ritamarie is the founder of the Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology and an internationally recognized leader in functional health. A Doctor of Chiropractic with certifications in Acupuncture, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, and HeartMath, she empowers wellness professionals through her programs, bestselling books, and her podcast Reinvent Healthcare.   In this episode, you'll learn: How to know if you have hidden energy issues (even without fatigue) The role of thyroid, cortisol, and insulin in chronic fatigue Why "normal" labs don't always mean normal thyroid function What intracellular thyroid resistance is, and why it matters The truth about the 3pm crash and adrenal dysregulation Why food, lifestyle, and toxicity need to be addressed first How genetics can explain symptoms and improve compliance Simple steps to transition from processed foods to energy-boosting nutrition   Dr. Ritamarie's Website: www.drritamarie.com Reinvent Healthcare Podcast: www.reinventhealthcare.com Practitioner Training: www.inemethod.com   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with mold and air quality expert Michael Rubino about how to properly inspect and remediate mold, and why most homes are not being handled correctly.   Michael Rubino is the founder of HomeCleanse, host of the Never Been Sicker podcast, and Chair of the Change the Air Foundation. He's a leader in the fight against toxic indoor environments and is on a mission to raise awareness about how air quality impacts chronic fatigue, long COVID, and overall health.   In this episode, you'll learn: The truth about hidden mold in "clean" homes Why most mold inspections and remediations fail How poor air quality impacts chronic fatigue and long COVID The difference between air testing, dust testing, and surface testing Why standard operating procedures matter in mold removal What to ask when hiring an inspector or remediator How mycotoxins work, and why they're so hard to eliminate What role insurance plays in mold remediation failures Why air quality may be the missing link in modern chronic illness recovery Michael's Websites: https://www.themichaelrubino.com | https://www.homecleanse.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichaelrubino Try the Dust Test: https://weinspect.everflowclient.io/affiliate/signup?q=5J473L   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD explains what a Herxheimer (die-off) reaction really is, how to recognize it, and why you don't need to feel terrible to get better. He breaks down how toxins like heavy metals, chemicals, molds, and infections are released from tissues during detox, and how to move through the process gracefully instead of suffering from excessive inflammation and crashes. Learn Evan's four-step process for removing the "Toxic Five" safely, how to use the die-off dance to avoid setbacks, and why "pushing through" reactions may actually slow your recovery. In this episode, you'll learn: What die-off reactions look like (and when they signal progress) Why excessive detox reactions damage mitochondria, adrenals, and hormones How to detoxify at a rate your body can tolerate The importance of pacing, pathway support, and balance in long-term healing . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode of the EnergyMD Podcast, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with homesteader, goat trainer, and EMF-awareness advocate Julia Lupine about the overlooked connection between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and fatigue, sleep issues, mood changes, and chronic illness. Julia is a homesteader, goat trainer, author, primitive skills enthusiast, backpacker, gardener, herbalist, and songwriter. She's based in the western U.S., often found "under a rock" with her goats and cats. Deeply committed to helping EMF-sensitive people thrive, she provides education, tools, and insight to help others stay healthy in a modern, wireless world. During the episode Julia shares her personal story of healing from debilitating symptoms, by living off-grid and dramatically reducing her exposure to artificial EMF. Together, they explore practical solutions for reducing EMF exposure, understanding your environment, and supporting your body through diet, herbs, and mindset, even if you can't move to the mountains with goats. Learn more or contact Julia: https://substack.com/@julialupine . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with Dr. Jennifer Pfleghaar, DO, to unpack the often-misunderstood transition of perimenopause and how it connects to blood sugar issues, weight gain, GLP-1 medications, and chronic fatigue.   Dr. Jen Pfleghaar is a double board-certified physician in Emergency and Integrative Medicine who helps people heal by getting to the root cause. A graduate of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and fellowship-trained at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, she's passionate about aligning body, mind, and spirit with God's design.   After overcoming Hashimoto's herself, Dr. Jen founded Healthy by Dr. Jen and now empowers others through her virtual practice, bestselling book Eat. Sleep. Move. Breathe., and her podcast The Integrative Health Podcast with Dr. Jen. She lives in Tennessee with her husband, four kids, and a lively flock of chickens.   In this episode, you'll learn: The truth about perimenopause & why it's starting earlier for many women How cortisol and insulin resistance accelerate hormonal imbalance Signs you're in perimenopause (even if your labs are "normal") When to use bioidentical progesterone or estriol, and when not to How to sync workouts and eating with your menstrual cycle Why synthetic hormones and pellets may be doing more harm than good How GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide should be used for women Why lifestyle and muscle-building matter more than ever during this phase   Dr. Jen's Website: https://www.healthybydrjen.com   Check her guide ''Peptides for Motherhood'': https://www.healthybydrjen.com/peptides-for-motherhood-bonus-summit   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, breaks down why many people with ME/CFS and long COVID continue to feel tired even after treating Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV). If you've tried antivirals, herbs, or IV treatments and still aren't better, this episode explains why that may be the case.   Evan reveals how immune dysfunction, toxic overload, and the full Toxic 5, heavy metals, chemicals, molds, infections, and nervous system dysregulation, must all be addressed together for true healing. You'll also learn why lab tests often give false reassurance, and why protocols that only treat EBV tend to fail in complex chronic conditions.   Watch to understand: Why Epstein-Barr is rarely the only problem How toxins impair immune function and block viral recovery What the "Toxic Matrix" is and how it keeps you stuck Why Evan's 4-step program produces real results for ME/CFS & long COVID If you've tried everything and still aren't better, this episode could change everything.   .   We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

In this episode of the EnergyMD Podcast, Evan H. Hirsch, MD speaks with Aumatma Simmons, ND, a holistic fertility expert and best-selling author, about the deeper causes behind infertility that most doctors overlook, and how energy and reproductive health are intricately connected.   Dr. Aumatma is a seasoned Naturopathic Doctor and board-certified in Naturopathic Endocrinology, with 18 years of clinical experience. She also trains doctors seeking to specialize in fertility and is the bestselling author of Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making, which showcases her Restorative Fertility approach. Dr. Aumatma has been featured on ABC, CBS, and FOX, along with hundreds of podcasts to share a message of hope for all those struggling with fertility issues.   You'll discover: Why fatigue is often the first sign of reproductive dysfunction The surprising roles of toxins, stress, and inflammation in fertility issues What conventional fertility testing is missing How to approach preconception with a whole-body strategy The links between chronic fatigue, hormonal imbalance, and mitochondrial damage Real hope for couples struggling to conceive   Whether you're facing infertility, chronic fatigue, or simply want to optimize your vitality before pregnancy, this conversation is packed with insights to support your journey.   Be sure to check out her own podcast, Egg Meets Sperm, for leading fertility education: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/podcast   Learn more about her work: https://www.holisticfertilityinstitute.com Explore her Fertility Detox Program: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/detox Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctor . We help you resolve your Long Covid and Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) by finding and fixing the REAL root causes that 95% of providers miss. Learn about these causes and how we help people like you, Click Here. Do you have fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, muscle pain, or other strange symptoms? You might have Long Covid. Take our free quiz to find out if Long Covid is behind the mystery symptoms you're experiencing, Click Here. For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.