What if the key to reversing symptoms of multiple sclerosis, or protecting your brain from fatigue, pain, and fog, was sitting right on your plate?
In this inspiring episode of Your Health Toolkit: The Neurology Sessions, Dr. Lauren Young and Dr. Ashley Burkman sit down with Dr. Terry Wahls, clinical professor, researcher, and author of The Wahls Protocol. Dr. Wahls shares her remarkable journey of going from a tilt-recline wheelchair with progressive MS to riding her bike again, all through the power of nutrition, lifestyle changes, and functional medicine.
Together, we explore:
- Dr. Wahls’ personal story of resilience and recovery
- Why mitochondria, the “powerhouse” of your cells, matter so much for brain and nervous system health
- How to feed and protect your mitochondria with food, nutrients, and lifestyle shifts
- The role of symptoms as biosensors, signals your body gives you when something’s off
- Practical steps anyone can take to strengthen brain health, reduce fatigue, and move toward healing
- The core principles of The Wahls Protocol and why they’re helping thousands worldwide
This episode is both deeply moving and highly practical. Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis, caring for a loved one, or simply wanting to feel your best, Dr. Wahls’ story is proof that change is possible — and that food and lifestyle are powerful medicine.
Resources & Links:
- Learn more about The Wahls Protocol: https://terrywahls.com
- Explore articles and resources from Collaborative Natural Health Partners: https://ctnaturalhealth.com
Your Health Toolkit is a podcast created by the physicians from Collaborative Natural Health Partners (CNHP) – your go-to hub for holistic and integrated family healthcare in Connecticut and New York. At CNHP, we’ve crafted a special blend of expertise, bringing together naturopathic physicians (NPs), osteopathic medicine physicians (DOs), and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) to offer you a warm, integrative, patient-centered approach to health and wellness. If you’re interested in learning more, head over to our website or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for information, articles, and resources to take the guesswork out of your health.
Your Health Toolkit is a podcast presented for general information and educational purposes only. The discussions presented by Dr. Lauren Young and the show’s guests should not be considered medical advice but rather a conversation starter with your doctor. Everyone’s body is unique, and we recommend having a discussion with your personal healthcare team before trying anything discussed on the show.
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