Welcoming the New Year with joy, compassion and time efficacy!
Release Date: 12/29/2022
Breaking Up with Food Rules in Menopause: Moving Toward Practical Nutrition with Jenn Salib Huber
Autoimmune Simplified
If you’ve ever wondered why eating “right” feels harder during menopause, this episode is for you. We’re taking an honest look at food, hormones, and the messy middle between doing what you should and what your body actually needs. This conversation is about letting go of rigid food rules and leaning into practical nutrition, the kind that supports your energy, hormones, and overall well-being without guilt or perfection. You’ll hear insights on intuitive eating, how to navigate conflicting nutrition advice, and why freedom with food can be one of the most healing steps in...
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Why “Pushing Through” Is Keeping You Stuck in Burnout: Building Resilience with Autoimmune
Autoimmune Simplified
Building Resilience: The Missing Link in Autoimmune Burnout Recovery Most people think resilience means pushing harder, powering through stress, fatigue, and flare-ups until the body finally gives in. But what if that approach is actually keeping you stuck in burnout? In this episode of Autoimmune Simplified, Dr. Alison Danby redefines what resilience really means in autoimmune healing, and it’s not about being tougher or doing more. You’ll learn how true resilience is built through flexibility, not force, and why it may be the key to restoring balance after chronic stress or flares. This...
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The Cortisol Story in Autoimmune Might Be Different Than You Think
Autoimmune Simplified
The Surprising Truth About Cortisol and Autoimmune Health Cortisol gets blamed for everything from weight gain to fatigue to brain fog, but what if we’ve been thinking about it all wrong? In this episode of Autoimmune Simplified, Dr. Alison Danby reveals why cortisol isn’t the enemy, and why the way it’s often talked about online is missing the bigger picture. We’ll dig into the myths, the surprising truth about testing, and what actually matters for autoimmune health. This is Part 2 of our 3-part Autoimmune Burnout Series, so if you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms are due to...
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Running on Empty: The Autoimmune Burnout Series Part 1 of 3
Autoimmune Simplified
Why Autoimmune Burnout Hits Harder, And What to Do About It Burnout isn’t just about long hours and too much coffee. When you live with an autoimmune condition, burnout is deeper, more advanced, and more relentless. Think of it as burnout on steroids, an emotional rollercoaster of symptoms, endless appointments, a diagnosis that’s both a relief and a life sentence, and fatigue so bone-deep it’s invisible to everyone but you. Description: In this first episode of the Running on Empty series, Dr. Alison breaks down why autoimmune burnout is different, and why it leaves you more...
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The Gut Leak Fix You’ve Never Heard Of And The Science To Back It.
Autoimmune Simplified
Have you spent hundreds of dollars on supplements to heal your gut? You’ve probably heard a thousand opinions on gut health, from leaky gut theories to endless supplement stacks. But what if there were real science showing how simple, everyday foods could make a measurable difference? YES, It can be that simple... and we have the science to prove it. In this episode, I’m sharing insights from a groundbreaking study that challenges what we thought we knew about nutrition, gut health, and autoimmune conditions. We’ll unpack why this matters, how it connects to immune health,...
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Your Body's Hidden Stress Loop (And Why You Can’t Meditate Your Way Out)
Autoimmune Simplified
Episode Summary: You’re doing the breathwork. You’ve tried the supplements. You meditate, journal, and maybe even cold plunge. So why are you still inflamed, flaring, and flat-out exhausted? In this episode, we’re flipping the conversation on stress. Not from a mindset or meditation angle, but from a deep biological perspective. We explore what it really means for your body to feel unsafe and how this hidden state of "threat" keeps your immune system stuck in overdrive, even when everything looks good on paper. If you’ve ever felt like stress is the missing piece, but traditional...
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Should I Go Carnivore? The Top Question I’m Asked Every Week
Autoimmune Simplified
Should I Go Carnivore? The Top Question I’m Asked Every Week Why Meat-Only Isn’t Your Autoimmune Fix (and What Your Gut Really Needs) Have you ever wondered if going carnivore might be the answer to your autoimmune flares, gut issues, or relentless fatigue? You’re not alone—and this episode is for you. Inside this powerful episode of Autoimmune Simplified, we’re tackling one of the biggest trends in the wellness world: the carnivore diet. You’ll hear why it seems to work at first—and why it may do more harm than good in the long run if you’re living with autoimmune issues....
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The Truth About Autoimmune Hair Loss (Spoiler: It’s Not Biotin)
Autoimmune Simplified
Hair in the drain. A widening part. Thinning at the temples. You’ve tried the shampoo. The supplements. The serums. But nothing’s working. What if the real reason your hair is falling out… has nothing to do with your hair at all? In today’s episode of Autoimmune Simplified, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood symptoms of autoimmune conditions: hair loss. What’s really causing it? Why are traditional solutions missing the mark? And what’s the one lab marker that’s often labeled “normal” but quietly sabotaging your hair regrowth? ...
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When Hormones Fuel the Fire: Autoimmunity in Perimenopause
Autoimmune Simplified
Perimenopause & Autoimmune — What’s Really Going On? Are your autoimmune symptoms flaring as your hormones shift? You're not imagining it. In this episode, Dr. Alison Danby dives deep into the powerful intersection between perimenopause and autoimmune disease — what’s happening in your body, why things feel harder than they used to, and what you can do to feel like yourself again. In This Episode, You'll Learn: What perimenopause really is — and how it affects your hormones, mood, sleep, and immune system Why hormone testing may not be as helpful as you think (and what...
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Beyond the Label: What ‘Anti-Inflammatory Foods’ Really Means
Autoimmune Simplified
We hear it everywhere: “Eat an anti-inflammatory diet.” But… what does anti-inflammatory really mean? In this episode, Dr. Alison opens up about why she made a major pivot in her approach to autoimmune nutrition — stepping away from restrictive diets she once supported — and the powerful science that changed everything. We explore two fascinating studies that challenge conventional wisdom: A brand-new randomized controlled trial in autoimmune disease A a mindblowing study that reveals how you feel about food can shift your biology You’ll discover: Why “anti-inflammatory”...
info_outlineEpisode 96 Welcoming the New Year with Chana Ross
This episode is the perfect episode to help reflect on 2022 and welcome in an exciting 2023. I sat down with the incredible Chana Ross and we talked about so many amazing strategies to make 2023 your best year!
- How to improve your time efficacy without causing exhaustion
- Self-compassion and interergty
- How to set boundaries that make you a better mother, wife, sister, friend, and person…while putting you first.
- What are your priorities
- PLUS SO MUCH MORE…
Chana had so much insight into how to change your perception, and habits while helping you achieve balance and calmness, with so much more to your life.
Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy 2023.
About Chana Ross:
Chana Ross is a passionate performance coach, women’s health advocate and host of the “She Has the Audacity” Podcast and mother of 4. She is the clinic director and pelvic health physiotherapist at Vital Physiotherapy & Wellness, a women’s health and pelvic health physiotherapy clinic in midtown Toronto. Chana lives to empower her team, colleagues and clients by coaching them, mentoring and educating them.
Chana is a sought-after educator and teacher and regularly speaks about pelvic health, prenatal preparation and the realities of parenthood and loves to empower clients to take the lead in their health and lifestyle. Chana is a champion for high achieving women to move past their perfectionist tendencies in order to bend their rules and connect to their “why” and achieve the life and health of their dreams.
Connect with Chana Ross:
Email: chana@vitalphysiotherapy.com
Facebook: Vitalphysiotherapytoronto
Twitter: @ChanaHRoss
Instagram: @ Chanarosspt @vitalphysiotherapyan