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Why Autoimmune Flares Don't Start in the Immune System

September 08, 2026

Hands that won't close. Fog you can't think through. And the same frantic question every single time: what did I eat? Here's what no one told you: your flare didn't start this morning. It didn't start yesterday. New wearable research shows your body begins signalling a coming flare-up weeks before you feel a thing. That's weeks you can do something about it So if the flare was already in motion weeks ago, the last thing on your plate was never the story. This week we go find where flares actu...

The Real Reason You Keep Flaring (It's Not What You Think)

March 19, 2026

Why do autoimmune symptoms flare after stress, poor sleep, illness, or major life events? If autoimmune disease were simply the immune system attacking the body, symptoms would be constant. But for many people, flares follow a pattern. So what's actually driving them? In this episode, Dr. Alison Danby explains a system in the body that most autoimmune patients are never taught about in the doctor's office, and why understanding it may completely change how we think about autoimmune disease. Y...

Breaking Up with Food Rules in Menopause: Moving Toward Practical Nutrition with Jenn Salib Huber

October 23, 2025

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 n...