574: The Connection Between Trauma, the Immune System, and Autoimmune Disease: Lab Testing and Solutions with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Dealing with frustrating mystery symptoms with no clear diagnosis?

It happens to so many of us.

The average woman sees 4 to 6 doctors before the correct diagnosis is made. And this unfortunately can take years of suffering for some.

That’s why Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried joins me again today to help YOU take charge of your symptoms for good and find the answers you deserve.

In this podcast, we address how trauma presents in the body and impacts your immune system– leading to autoimmune diseases.

But don’t worry, you’ll get the tools you need to understand your trauma response, what labs to always check for, and simple lifestyle tips you can incorporate every day to help you feel your best.

Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

Sara Szal Gottfried MD is a physician, researcher, author, and educator. She’s a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about hormones, nutrition, and health. Her latest book is called The Autoimmune Cure, releasing in March 2024.

She is Clinical Assistant Professor in Dept. of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University, and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health.

IN THIS EPISODE

1. The rise in diagnosed autoimmune diseases in recent years
2. Common triggers for an autoimmune disease flare-up
3. Why women are more susceptible to autoimmune disease
4. Labs for detecting autoimmune disease
5. Insulin resistance as a risk factor for autoimmune disease
6. Defining trauma and its relationship to our physical systems
7. The best ways to approach and treat autoimmune diseases
8. About Dr. Gottfried’s new book on autoimmunity and trauma

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Dr. Sara Gottfried’s Website

Dr. Gottfried’s Instagram

Get The Autoimmune Cure Book HERE!

View the podcast page here: https://drmariza.com/episode574

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