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Teresa's Journey: Overcoming Fibromyalgia with Dr. Michael Lenz

In this special Christmas episode of the 'Conquering Your Fibromyalgia' podcast, Dr. Michael Lenz shares the inspiring story of his patient, Teresa, who successfully reversed her fibromyalgia through a comprehensive holistic approach. Teresa recounts her long struggle with chronic pain, fatigue, and numerous failed treatments until she found hope and effective strategies with Dr. Lenz. This episode marks the beginning of a series exploring her journey from extreme fibromyalgia to a life of significantly reduced symptoms. Listeners will learn about the importance of proper diagnosis, the role of coexisting conditions like restless leg syndrome and ADHD, and the impact of lifestyle changes like diet and pacing in managing fibromyalgia.

00:00 Introduction and Christmas Greetings
00:10 Teresa's Fibromyalgia Journey Begins
00:32 Challenges and Misunderstandings
01:00 Meeting Dr. Lenz
02:16 Teresa's Struggles with Daily Life
05:23 Seeking Medical Help
10:40 The Turning Point
13:29 Living with Fibromyalgia
15:34 Diagnosis and Treatment
26:10 Restless Leg Syndrome and ADHD
33:58 Struggles with Retention and Bullying
34:39 Family Awareness and Genetic Factors
35:31 Early Symptoms and Academic Challenges
36:01 Career Aspirations
37:42 Managing Coexisting Conditions
39:13 Pacing and Lifestyle Adjustments
46:43 Dietary Changes and Health Improvements
01:01:50 Encouragement for Those with Fibromyalgia
01:03:55 Support and Understanding from Family and Friends
01:08:40 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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A Fibromyalgia Starter Pack, which is a great companion to the book Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, is now available. Dr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia.com. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people with chronic health conditions live their best lives possible. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.

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In this episode, we continue our series on weight loss, obesity, and their link to chronic pain syndromes. Joined by a member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Michael Greger we discuss various weight loss strategies, including bariatric surgery, GLP-1 agonists, and the benefits and risks of these medical interventions. The discussion focuses on the potential of whole food plant-based diets as a natural alternative for long-term weight loss, backed by evidence such as the BROAD study from New Zealand. Highlighting the role of natural satiety hormones and the benefits of plant-based nutrition, this episode aims to debunk myths around diet and redefine approaches to sustainable, health-promoting weight loss.

00:00 Introduction to Weight Loss and Chronic Pain
01:19 Risks and Benefits of GLP-1 Agonists
03:26 Natural Alternatives to Weight Loss Drugs
04:02 Understanding Appetite and Obesity
06:43 Challenges of Calorie-Restricted Diets
08:21 The Role of Environment in Obesity
09:40 Sustainable Weight Loss with Whole Foods
17:07 Thermogenic Effects of Plant-Based Diets
18:51 Changing Cravings and Palate Adaptation
22:31 The Power of Healthy Eating
30:01 Conclusion and Encouragement

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A Fibromyalgia Starter Pack, which is a great companion to the book Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, is now available. Dr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia.com. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people with chronic health conditions live their best lives possible. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.

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Exploring GLP-1 Agonists: A Game Changer for Weight Loss and Chronic Pain?

This is the 3rd episode in the ongoing series on obesity and chronic pain continuing with a discussion on GLP-1 agonists and their impact on chronic pain, specifically fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis. The role of GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide in managing diabetes and obesity, their mechanisms of action, and clinical applications is discussed. A recent study from the New England Journal of Medicine detailing the effects of semaglutide on weight loss and osteoarthritis pain is analyzed, highlighting significant improvements in patients with obesity and knee osteoarthritis. The importance of long-term use, potential side effects, and the need for an integrated approach incorporating diet and exercise are also discussed. The episode concludes with the anticipation of next week's guest, Dr. Michael Greger, who will discuss the benefits of a whole food plant-based diet as an alternative to GLP-1 agonists.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Weight Loss Series
00:55 Exploring GLP-1 Agonists
02:05 How GLP-1 Agonists Work
03:42 Clinical Applications and Benefits
04:19 Challenges and Considerations
09:18 GLP-1 Agonists and the Gut Microbiome
11:55 Effectiveness of GLP-1 Agonists
18:10 Study on Semaglutide and Osteoarthritis
30:10 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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A Fibromyalgia Starter Pack, which is a great companion to the book Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, is now available. Dr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia.com. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people with chronic health conditions live their best lives possible. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.