Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Unmasking Medical Misinformation with Scott Carney In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of health, wellness, and medical misinformation with Scott Carney, a medical anthropologist and investigative journalist. Scott shares his journey from academia to mainstream journalism, exposing fraudulent practices in the wellness industry. The conversation navigates the challenges of differentiating evidence-based medicine from pseudoscientific cla...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Transforming Health Over 50: Maxim Segouin on Plant-Based Living and Fitness In this episode of the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia podcast, we continue our conversation with Maxim Seguin, who delves deeper into the mindset shifts, daily habits, and powerful stories that have enabled countless individuals to transform their health through a plant-based lifestyle and physical movement. Seguin shares invaluable insights on the importance of protein and fib...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Maximizing Vitality: Movement, Nutrition, and Mindset In this episode of Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, Dr. Michael Lenz discusses the benefits of movement for chronic pain and fatigue with Maxim Sigouin, host of the Fit Vegan Podcast. They explore overcoming exercise fears, pacing, recognizing soreness, and balancing nutrition with plant-based diets. Key takeaways include starting small, listening to your body, and celebrating progress. Ideal for tho...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Beyond Weight Loss: Chuck Carroll's Transformative Journey with Chronic Pain and Invisible Illness In this episode, we share a compelling and deeply personal interview with Chuck Carroll, host of the Exam Room Podcast, originally featured on the Fit Vegan Podcast. Known as the Weight Loss Champion, Chuck's journey extends far beyond shedding over 200 pounds. He discusses his experiences with addiction, trauma, and invisible illnesses including fibromy...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions The Reality of 'The Biggest Loser': A Medical Perspective Watch the video here Dr. Michael Lenz, a pediatrician, internist, clinical lipidologist, and Lifestyle medicine physician, reviews the Netflix documentary 'The Biggest Loser' from a medical perspective. He discusses the extreme and often dangerous tactics used on the show, the emotional and psychological consequences for contestants, and the implications for long-term health. Dr. Lenz highlight...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Golden Girls and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Lessons from Dorothy's Journey Dr. Michael Lenz, a pediatrician, internist, clinical lipidologist, and lifestyle medicine physician, explores the depiction of chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia through the character Dorothy from the Golden Girls. Reflecting on specific scenes from the 1989 episodes, Dr. Lenz highlights how experiences with these conditions are often dismissed by the medical community, ...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Checkout the video here. Opioids and Fibromyalgia: Understanding the Risks and Alternatives In this episode of the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia podcast, the host delves into the complex and often controversial topic of using opioids for treating fibromyalgia. The discussion is anchored around a comprehensive review from the Mayo Proceedings and explores why opioids, despite being widely prescribed, are not effective for fibromyalgia patients and may e...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Building Trust and Effective Communication in Chronic Pain Care with Michelle Makos In part two of this enlightening conversation, Michelle Makos shares practical strategies for building trust and effective communication between patients and clinicians, emphasizing the importance of validating patients' experiences. Michelle discusses the innovative peer method that is helping transform pain care, reflecting on the complexities in the patient-provider...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Navigating Chronic Pain: Insights and Support with Michelle Marikos: Part 1 In this episode, we transition from clinical perspectives on fibromyalgia to the lived experiences of chronic pain sufferers. Special guest Michelle Marikos shares her profound journey through chronic pain, surgeries, and the challenging world of opioid treatment. Highlighting the importance of peer support and clear communication, Michelle discusses her work with the PEER met...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Practical Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Children: Insights with Dr. William Frye In this episode, Dr. William Frye delves into practical strategies for families and clinicians to help children manage chronic pain. Building on the challenges discussed in part one, he emphasizes the importance of non-pharmacological and multidisciplinary approaches, including sleep, nutrition, and healthy routines, alongside mental health. Dr. Frye highlights ...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this episode, we explore the complexities of pediatric chronic pain with Dr. William Frye, a pediatric psychologist at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. Dr. Frye discusses the extended journeys families often undertake before reaching specialized care, the prevalence and challenges of polypharmacy, and the significant role non-pharmacological and multidisciplinary approaches play in managing pediatric chronic pain. The episode also delves into ...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Celebrating Four Years: Reflections, Fibromyalgia Insights, and Practical Tips In this special fourth anniversary episode of the podcast, we reflect on four years of sharing expert interviews, insights, and listener stories. Join us as we celebrate this milestone with a scenic walk around Fowler Lake in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, discussing the importance of movement and environment for those living with chronic pain. The episode delves into the science a...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions Navigating ADHD in a Complex World: A Deep Dive with Dr. Emily Wood In the final episode of a three-part series, Dr. Emily Wood, a pediatric and adult psychiatrist with a focus on neurodivergent individuals, discusses pressing issues in ADHD care. Topics include the potential over-diagnosis and over-prescription of ADHD, the impact of stimulant shortages, and the repercussions of outdated policies and stigma. Dr. Wood highlights how modern societal pr...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In part two of a three-part series, Dr. Emily Wood, a certified psychiatrist at SpectrumPsych, delves into the complexities of ADHD, autism, and their intersections with chronic pain syndromes. The episode covers the science behind stimulant medications, how they impact the brain, and their efficacy in treating core ADHD symptoms, improving emotional regulation, relationships, and long-term health outcomes. Dr. Wood also shares a compelling case study ...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In the first of a three-part interview, Dr. Emily Wood, a board-certified psychiatrist and PhD neuroscientist, discusses the complex links between neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD and autism, and chronic pain syndromes like fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Dr. Wood, who heads Spectrum Psych LA, sheds light on why these conditions are often overlooked in high-masking individuals and women and explains the sensory processing differenc...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this episode, Dr. Tamara Rosier, author of 'You, Me, and Our ADHD Family,' shares valuable insights on managing life with ADHD. She discusses emotional regulation, self-awareness, and strategic support, highlighting the pitfalls of following every emotion. She also explores the complexities of romantic relationships involving ADHD, focusing on the importance of personal growth and setting boundaries. The episode concludes with a discussion on the be...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this podcast episode, Dr. Tamara Rosier, a renowned ADHD coach and author, discusses her experiences and insights on managing ADHD within families. She highlights the importance of understanding ADHD symptoms as neurological challenges rather than character flaws. Dr. Rosier shares personal anecdotes illustrating the impact of ADHD on her upbringing and family dynamics, emphasizing the need for compassion and understanding. She introduces the ...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions This episode delves into the intersections of ADHD, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), and Fibromyalgia (FM), drawing on clinical observations and research findings. It explores how ADHD traits can overlap with symptoms of CFS and FM, particularly focusing on non-restorative sleep and exertional fatigue. The discussion highlights the struggles patients face, the importance of a systematic diagnostic approach, and the need for better education and understa...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions In this episode, Dr. Michael, a pediatrician and author of 'Conquering Your Fibromyalgia,' discusses the connections between ADHD, chronic fatigue syndrome, and fibromyalgia with Dr. Joel Young, a psychiatrist and head of the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine. The conversation delves into their shared experiences and research on treating these overlapping conditions, highlighting findings from clinical trials on LDX (Vyvanse) and Sorial (Armodaf...
Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions This detailed podcast episode delves into the findings of a study on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) using functional MRI and immune system analysis. The speaker explains the technology behind functional MRI and what it revealed about brain activity, specifically in the parietal temporal junction, which showed hypoactivity in CFS patients. The discussion extends to immune abnormalities, highlighting immune cell exhaustion, and hypothesizing links to per...