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In this episode Dr. Lenz continues his insightful conversation with Donna, a nurse coach, who shares her transformative experience with a whole food plant-based diet. They discuss scientific studies and personal anecdotes illustrating the significant health benefits of this diet, particularly for conditions like fibromyalgia, chronic pain, IBS, heart disease, and even dementia. The episode covers practical advice for beginners, including simple meal ideas and the importance of a supportive environment. Donna emphasizes the power of lifestyle changes and the role of coaching in achieving lasting health improvements.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:58 Donna's Journey to Plant-Based Nutrition
04:30 Scientific Evidence and Studies
13:35 Practical Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet
24:57 Encouragement and Coaching
28:06 Conclusion and Call to Action

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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, Dr. Lenz introduces Donna Meyer, a seasoned registered nurse and lifestyle medicine practitioner with over 25 years of experience. Donna shares her personal and professional journey towards adopting a whole food plant-based diet. She discusses her significant weight loss, improved health metrics, and the newfound energy she experienced after transitioning to this lifestyle. Donna also sheds light on the challenges and misconceptions people face when making such dietary changes, emphasizing the importance of support systems and incremental adjustments. With practical advice and inspiring insights, this episode explores how lifestyle medicine can lead to profound health transformations.

00:00 Introduction to Donna Meyer
01:20 Donna's Personal Health Journey
02:54 Challenges in Traditional Healthcare
05:53 Discovering Lifestyle Medicine
07:15 Implementing Whole Food Plant-Based Diet
14:36 Overcoming Barriers to Healthy Eating
17:15 Social Challenges and Support
22:55 Initial Results and Continued Learning
25:47 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

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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 of the 'Conquering Your Fibromyalgia' podcast, Dr. Michael Lenz discusses ADHD with Dr. Andrew Cutler, focusing on medication use from teens to twenties and associated challenges. They delve into the impact of ADHD on self-observation and judgment, comorbid conditions, and the importance of anticipatory guidance. The conversation highlights the value of individualized treatment, ADHD coaching, and the nuances of ADHD and bipolar disorder co-existence. Personal anecdotes underscore the transformative effect of proper ADHD treatment. Resources like ADHD coaching and dietitian referrals are emphasized as part of a holistic approach.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Host
00:17 Exploring ADHD: Medication, Misdiagnosis, and Treatment
01:14 The Challenges of ADHD Medication in Transition Ages
02:28 Understanding ADHD's Impact and Treatment Approaches
03:27 The Importance of Anticipatory Guidance and Family History in ADHD
05:10 The Evolution of ADHD Diagnosis and Treatment
08:01 Personal Journey into Psychiatry and ADHD Research
11:31 The Complexities of ADHD, Autism, and Bipolar Disorder
20:42 The Power of ADHD Treatment: Real-life Success Stories
26:39 The Role of ADHD Coaching and Resources
29:14 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions

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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.