Dr. Terry Wahls — a renowned professor of Medicine, a bestselling author, and a true medical marvel. She's not just a colleague but a dear friend. Dr. Wahls' story is extraordinary. After grappling with Multiple Sclerosis for over two decades, she catalyzed a dramatic recovery by transforming her diet and lifestyle. Her journey isn't just a personal triumph; it's a beacon of hope, proving that a fulfilling life is achievable despite chronic illnesses. We dive into some of her groundbreaking research, including an innovative study to revolutionize our understanding and treatment of Multiple Sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases. And the best part? You'll learn how you can be a part of this groundbreaking work! In this episode you’ll learn: 0:00 - How Dr. Terry Wahls went from being immobile to riding a bike within a few short months (and what it could mean for YOU) 10:22 - The surprising truth about the most renowned diet for managing MS (and how it stacks up against the Wahls Diet for enhancing quality of life) 15:50 - The top scientifically-proven diets to help combat fatigue and elevate overall well-being (and how to determine which is best for you) 17:20 - The #1 driver behind countless diseases (and how you can counteract it with this simple trick) 21:00 - 100% of my autoimmune disease patients react to THESE popular foods - and what happens when they cut them out or good 25:56 - The critical time frames you need to know about that can effectively mitigate the progression of the disease 27:05 - How YOU or a loved one can participate in the upcoming largest and longest dietary study in MS research 30:20 -The RIGHT way to do an elimination diet – and why it supports a strong immune system -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to learn more about participating in Dr. Wahls' studies? Go to www.terrywahls.com/studies Dr. Terry Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she conducts clinical trials. She is also a patient with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis, which confined her to a tilt-recline wheelchair for four years. Dr. Wahls restored her health using a diet and lifestyle program she designed specifically for her brain and now pedals her bike to work each day. She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine, The Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles (paperback), and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions. She conducts clinical trials that test the effect of nutrition and lifestyle interventions to treat MS and other progressive health problems. Learn more about Dr. Wahls’ clinical trials here. She also teaches the public and medical community about the healing power of the Paleo diet and therapeutic lifestyle changes that restore health and vitality to our citizens. She hosts a Wahls Protocol Seminar every August where anyone can learn how to implement the Protocol easily and successfully. Follow her on Facebook (Terry Wahls MD) and on Twitter at @TerryWahls. ———————————————————————— Preorder Dr. Gundry’s latest book “Gut Check” here: https://www.amazon.com/Gut-Check-Microbiome-Transform-Emotional/dp/0062911775?&tag=dgpodcast.-20 Dr. Gundry is the author of The Plant Paradox - A New York Times Bestselling book. Please subscribe to The Dr. Gundry Podcast to learn more about Polyphenols, Leaky Gut, Lectins, and other essential information.