Episodes

  • Inflammation and Chronic Fatigue

    Inflammation and Chronic Fatigue
    Mar 5 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell welcomes Dr. Jenny Tufenkian to discuss chronic fatigue, highlighting the challenges of misdiagnosis and misogyny in medical treatment. Dr. Tufenkian shares her personal journey with MECFS and Long COVID, revealing the five root causes of chronic fatigue and the limitations of conventional medicine. They explore the role of the subconscious mind, alternative lab tests, and antiviral treatments, including the Epstein Barr Virus connection. The conversation emphasizes empowered self-care and proactive measures, concluding with Dr. Tufenkian's insights on managing chronic conditions. The episode wraps up with a teaser for the next episode and a call to action.
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    42 mins
  • 1.6 An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Case Study

    1.6 An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Case Study
    Mar 2 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell introduces Travis's case (not his real name), detailing the teenager's journey from experiencing serious MS symptoms to successfully implementing dietary therapy to successfully managing the inflammation and thriving.
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    11 mins
  • Inflammation and Thyroid / Hashimoto's

    Inflammation and Thyroid / Hashimoto's
    Feb 26 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell is joined by Divya Gupta to explore the gallbladder-thyroid-inflammation connection. The conversation covers the main triggers of Hashimoto's, stress's impact on inflammation, and the importance of a comprehensive approach to managing these conditions. They also discuss the role of functional thyroid nutritionists and lab tests, challenging conventional medical advice with personal stories, and exploring the link between inflammation and fertility.
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    51 mins
  • 1.5 Multiple Sclerosis and Inflammation

    1.5 Multiple Sclerosis and Inflammation
    Feb 23 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell unpacks the physiology of autoimmune conditions and the conventional understanding of chronic inflammation's impact. She examines pharmaceutical and non-medication-based interventions for managing MS, highlighting the challenges in identifying inflammation triggers and available resources. The episode introduces a paradigm shift in the way we understand chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions
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    25 mins
  • Inflammation and Breast Implant Illness

    Inflammation and Breast Implant Illness
    Feb 19 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell is joined by Erin Lockwood to discuss breast implant illness. Erin shares her personal journey, detailing her experiences with breast implants and the subsequent health issues she faced. She outlines the timeline of her symptoms and her eventual realization of their cause, leading to her decision to undergo surgery for implant removal. Erin provides insights, advice, and resources for others considering breast implants or contemplating their removal.
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    27 mins
  • 1.4 Inflammation Creates Symptoms

    1.4 Inflammation Creates Symptoms
    Feb 16 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell connects the dots between the symptoms of disease that we experience and the inflammation beneath.
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    15 mins
  • The Inflammation Connection to Fertility

    The Inflammation Connection to Fertility
    Feb 12 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell welcomes Dr. Susan Fox to discuss how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views and addresses inflammation. Dr. Fox introduces DIY acupuncture therapy for improving reproductive health — both for egg retrieval for IVF as well as for natural conception and successful gestation. The episode explores the intersection of fertility, autoimmune diseases, and integrative medicine, emphasizing collaborative care together with medical doctors.
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    45 mins
  • 1.3 The Epidemiology of Chronic Disease

    1.3 The Epidemiology of Chronic Disease
    Feb 9 2026
    Elizabeth Yarnell surveys the global impact of chronic inflammatory diseases, presenting compelling statistics illustrating the rise of autoimmune disease in recent years. A historical perspective encourages listeners to rethink autoimmunity.
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    10 mins