In the Tall Grass
Join the Two Alpha Gals as they share their experience reinventing life with alpha-gal syndrome. Listen to interviews and inspiring stories on resilience and rediscovering joy from others navigating the journey through the tall grass.
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With a deep commitment to helping women better their lives, Ashley strives to inspire others to embrace a life of health, happiness, and self-love they deserve. In this episode, Ashley shares her own story of resilience and how that led to her passion for helping women achieve sustainable transformation- both inside and out. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation on fitness, setting realistic goals, and the power in inv...
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April 11, 2024 • 20 mins
Progress can sometimes be difficult to see. In this Tick Byte episode, Candice and Debbie pause to look back at how far they have come in the last five years. Through mitigating risk with some grace and a little humor, the Gals give an inside peak into how their journey has evolved. Tune in to hear them chat about the practice it took to get to where they are now and how they harnessed resources to manage the inevitable fear.
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Dee Nash contracted alpha-gal syndrome in her very favorite place: her garden. But she didn't let that stop her from doing what she loves most. In this episode, Dee shares the steps she took to overcome her fear and build the courage to get back into the garden and reclaim her life. Tune in now to hear Dee's story and how she's choosing to live a life of hope.
Dee Nash is an author, speaker, and garden coach, born and raised in Okla...
Dee Nash is an author, speaker, and garden coach, born and raised in Okla...
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Sometimes, it’s hard to believe that healing is possible. But Dr. Jaban Moore refuses to accept that. After facing his own health battles, Dr. Jaban dedicated his career to restoring health through a comprehensive and multi-therapeutic approach. Tune in now to hear how Dr. Jaban turned his own struggles into a commitment to help others.
Dr. Jaban Moore’s passion for restoring health through a multi-therapeutic approach came from a y...
Dr. Jaban Moore’s passion for restoring health through a multi-therapeutic approach came from a y...
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March 1, 2024 • 8 mins
In our new Tick Byte series, we address one common question from the community. After listening to the expert answer, we dive into a brief discussion from our own personal experiences. In this episode, we share a question that is answered by Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sarah McGill. Have you wondered, if you have IBS, should you get tested for AGS? Tune in now to hear Dr. McGill's answer and some of our own insights from past IBS exper...
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February 8, 2024 • 52 mins
From competitive Irish dance to soccer, rugby, ice hockey, and even Olympic weightlifting, Maeve Willis infiltrated the world of sport. But she didn’t stop there. Maeve used her extensive athletic experience to build a career in mental performance coaching. Through it all, she was unstoppable, even by traditional expectations of female athletes or her deadly food allergies. Listen now to her amazing story on how her food allergies ...
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This past week, we joined Sharon Forsyth, Director of the Alpha-gal Information Awareness Campaign, in Richmond, Virginia, to offer testimony as to the importance of HB93 - a bill that would add AGS to the list of conditions in the Commonwealth of Virginia required to be reported to the CDC. In this episode, Sharon breaks down the bill and why it’s important, and shares with us her own motivation for becoming a force in this commun...
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January 11, 2024 • 69 mins
If you’ve heard about alpha-gal syndrome on the national news, you’ve probably seen “The TickGuy,” Dr. Thomas Mather, director of The University of Rhode Island’s Center for Vector-Borne Disease and its TickEncounter Resource Center. For the last 40 years, Dr. Mather has been researching ticks, much of that time at URI reimagining tick-borne disease prevention education. In this episode, Dr. Mather shares all about ticks, how to pr...
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December 28, 2023 • 20 mins
Celebrating the holidays with alpha-gal is not always easy. But in between the accidents and the incidents, we still try to find the joy (or at least a little humor). In this episode, we chat about our holiday experience in three parts: the good, the bad, and the funny. Tune in for a little laughter and to hear about the lessons we learned during our 4th holiday season living with AGS.
Vegan Cinnamon Bread: https://makeitdairyfree.c...
Vegan Cinnamon Bread: https://makeitdairyfree.c...
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December 14, 2023 • 44 mins
In a world filled with ticks and other biting insects, Insect Shield can help you get back outside. We sit down with Mary Collins, VP of Business Development at Insect Shield, to learn more about what sets their EPA-registered insect repellent and apparel apart from the rest. Mary explains how Insect Shield’s technology provides effective, invisible, and odorless protection against ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, and no-see-ums. Liste...
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November 30, 2023 • 23 mins
In this episode of Fresh Tracks with Taylor, we dive into prepping for a trip to the backcountry. Taylor shares how AGS has changed his packing strategy, including his top tips for staying AGS-safe when hours from medical care, and Bennett offers a fresh perspective as the support person. Whether you are the outdoorsman with alpha-gal or supporting a friend in the field, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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November 16, 2023 • 36 mins
In this episode, Jason Linde, Senior VP of Advocacy at FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), shares FARE’s current initiatives to empower and enhance the lives of individuals living with allergies. Check out Jason’s personal story on what brought him into the world of advocacy, specifically for those living with food allergies, and learn steps you can take to help impact change because, in his own words, “the only way we ca...
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November 2, 2023 • 21 mins
Have you ever wondered what it was like to travel with The Gals? Well, now is your chance!
Ride along with the Two Alpha Gals as they venture out on roadtrip to the FARE Summit in Orlando, Florida. Hear the gals chat about some of the steps they took prior to leaving, the planning they did along the way, and their observations on how far they’ve come since diagnosis. Tune in for a little education, a lot of laughs, and a few details...
Ride along with the Two Alpha Gals as they venture out on roadtrip to the FARE Summit in Orlando, Florida. Hear the gals chat about some of the steps they took prior to leaving, the planning they did along the way, and their observations on how far they’ve come since diagnosis. Tune in for a little education, a lot of laughs, and a few details...
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October 19, 2023 • 29 mins
In this first episode of our brand new series Fresh Tracks with Taylor, we head back into the woods with Taylor Ernst, hunter and outdoorsman. TAG’s very own Bennett Wickre chats with Taylor about reinventing his favorite hobby to accommodate his alpha-gal diagnosis. Taylor and Bennett discuss what it means to be outdoors and the impact of required change to the things you love. Stay tuned for more conversation with the alpha-guys ...
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October 5, 2023 • 13 mins
We're spilling the tea... uh, we mean bourbon! Just because we live with alpha-gal syndrome does not mean we should have to miss out on all the fun. In this Tick Bytes episode, we talk about necessary considerations for alpha-gals when consuming alcohol, including the cofactor effect and sources of sneaky mammal in various types of alcoholic beverages. We even offer some of our favorite options if you’re struggling to find alpha-sa...
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September 21, 2023 • 52 mins
In this episode, Matt Frazier, ultramarathoner and NY Times bestselling author, shares his inspiring journey to become a plant-based athlete. Hear how his goal to qualify for the Boston Marathon ultimately led him to pioneer the plant-based community No Meat Athlete. You won’t want to miss his tips and encouragement for incorporating small steps into your daily life to achieve larger goals.
Matt Frazier is a plant-based ultramaratho...
Matt Frazier is a plant-based ultramaratho...
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September 7, 2023 • 14 mins
Did you know that living with alpha-gal syndrome means reinventing parts of every aspect of life?
Yes! And it means reinventing the kitchen from top to bottom, from the food and drinks you consume to grocery shopping, pantry staples, and stand-by recipes. But there are a few steps you can take to simplify this process and reduce the overwhelm. Tune in to hear Candice and Debbie’s tips for taking the first step to kitchen reinvention...
Yes! And it means reinventing the kitchen from top to bottom, from the food and drinks you consume to grocery shopping, pantry staples, and stand-by recipes. But there are a few steps you can take to simplify this process and reduce the overwhelm. Tune in to hear Candice and Debbie’s tips for taking the first step to kitchen reinvention...
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August 24, 2023 • 2 mins
Can food allergies cause trauma? When should I see a therapist? Do I need to see a food allergy informed therapist? In this episode, we’re previewing our Mental Health Minutes YouTube Series where psychologist Dr. Paige Freeman answers questions on Mental Health and alpha-gal syndrome or other food allergies.
Mark your calendars because the entire Mental Health Minutes series of new questions will be live August 30 on our YouTube ch...
Mark your calendars because the entire Mental Health Minutes series of new questions will be live August 30 on our YouTube ch...
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August 10, 2023 • 14 mins
The world is finally talking about alpha-gal syndrome! In this Tick Byte episode, we discuss the recent report from the CDC and the news coverage addressing the startling facts about AGS - many more people have it than was originally thought and medical professionals don’t know enough about it. So what do we do now? Listen in to hear what we think!
NPR:
https://www.npr.org/2023/07/31/1191034065/the-cdc-says-millions-of-americans-mig...
NPR:
https://www.npr.org/2023/07/31/1191034065/the-cdc-says-millions-of-americans-mig...
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July 27, 2023 • 13 mins
Alpha-gal syndrome is about giving up the things that we know as lifestyle staples for the sake of our health. So how do you reinvent your life in a way that allows room for treating yourself? In this episode, we share our own recent experiences in finding the sweet spot between stretching the boundaries of your comfort zone and indulging safely. We talk about why it’s important to us to allow ourselves a treat - an experience, a d...
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