The Chronic Truth

Kim Nash
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If chronic illness has ever made you feel lost, alone, or like your body is working against you, this podcast is for you. The Chronic Truth is a weekly show dedicated to helping chronic illness patients find hope, resilience, and community in the middle of their toughest seasons.Every Friday, Kim Nash opens up about her own health journey and sits down with real patients who have faced the darkest moments of their diagnosis and found their way through.Join us for conversations about navigating uncertain diagnoses, managing life with chronic pain, invisible illness, autoimmune conditions, and so much more.Not without a fight. Together, WE are STRONG.

  1. 65 Million Americans Have Chronic Pain and Most Don't Know the Real Cause

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    65 Million Americans Have Chronic Pain and Most Don't Know the Real Cause

    Dr. Bruce Gillis spent over a decade proving what too many doctors still refuse to accept: fibromyalgia is a real, diagnosable immune deficiency — not a made-up condition affecting neurotic women. His FM1 blood test, covered by Medicare and most major insurers, gives patients a definitive rule-in diagnosis. His supplement Imbix targets the gut-brain axis and has helped people off wheelchairs, off anti-psychotics, and out of decades of suffering — with zero confirmed adverse effects. This conversation covers fibromyalgia, long COVID, interstitial cystitis, the dangerous drugs the FDA did approve, and why 65 million Americans are still suffering when they don't have to be. CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Understanding Fibromyalgia and Its Prevalence02:50 The Science Behind Fibromyalgia Diagnosis06:03 Innovative Blood Tests and Their Impact08:59 The Role of Immune System in Chronic Pain12:01 Treatment Options and Patient Experiences15:01 Challenges with Traditional Medical Approaches17:58 The Future of Fibromyalgia Treatment19:26 Understanding Interstitial Cystitis and Diagnosis Challenges21:56 The Importance of Accurate Testing and Lab Accreditation23:59 The Mental Health Impact of Chronic Pain26:59 The Role of Big Pharma in Patient Care29:56 Empowering Patients with Information and Resources32:08 Connecting with Dr. Gillis and His Work CONNECT & RESOURCES🌐 fm1test.com The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction: Podcast Mechanic

    38 Min.
  2. She Was Dying and Didn't Know It: One Woman's Liver Transplant Story

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    She Was Dying and Didn't Know It: One Woman's Liver Transplant Story

    Eileen Flynn Wagner survived five Hep C treatments, a near-fatal liver failure, and a transplant she almost didn't live to receive, and eight years later, she's still navigating the aftermath. Her kidneys are now at 20% function, she gets stents replaced every three months, and she carries a partially collapsed lung she's never once felt. She joins Kim Nash to speak candidly about why a combined kidney-liver transplant should have been done from the start, the anti-rejection medications patients aren't fully warned about, and why waking up from surgery turned her into a lifelong voice for organ and tissue donation.  CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Eileen's Journey with Hepatitis C and Transplantation07:25 The Impact of Interferon Treatment08:29 The Need for Simultaneous Kidney and Liver Transplants12:21 Current Health Status and Ongoing Challenges15:44 Advocacy for Organ Donation19:31 Life After Transplant: Lessons Learned CONNECT & RESOURCES🌐 Organ Donation: organdonor.gov The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction: Podcast Mechanic

    24 Min.
  3. Epilepsy and Mental Health: Severe Depression, Anxiety, and the Healing Power of Sharing Your Story

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    Epilepsy and Mental Health: Severe Depression, Anxiety, and the Healing Power of Sharing Your Story

    At 14, Allany Muniz had her first seizure right before freshman year of high school. During basketball tryouts, she had another—and became known as "the seizure girl" for the rest of high school. Years of severe depression, suppressed trauma, and silence followed until a fractured ankle in November 2020 left her bedridden with visions in her head that wouldn't stop. She started filming videos (still under anesthesia) and created Diary of an Epileptic—a platform breaking the stigma around epilepsy's physical and mental toll. She's not a perfect role model, and that's exactly why her story matters.      CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to Epilepsy Awareness02:00 Alani's Journey with Epilepsy05:57 The Impact of Epilepsy on Mental Health10:03 Content Creation as a Healing Tool11:50 Understanding Treatment and Individual Experiences16:12 Advocacy and Community Engagement CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Allany Muniz: 📺 YouTube: Diary of an Epileptic 📱 TikTok: @DiaryofanEpilepti (without the C at the end) 📷 Instagram: @DiaryofanEpileptic 📧 Email: diaryofanepileptic@gmail.com (for those uncomfortable with social media) 💬 DMs Open: Allany responds to direct messages for advice, support, and questions The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction: Podcast Mechanic

    19 Min.
  4. If You've Tried All the Drugs and You're Still Not Happy, Try Something Different

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    If You've Tried All the Drugs and You're Still Not Happy, Try Something Different

    Your treatment plan is decided before you walk into the doctor's office by an insurance actuary in another city who limits your doctor to 12 drugs. Dr. Kevin Smith, founder of Chronic Condition Center, has spent 25 years proving functional medicine works differently: asking why instead of chasing symptoms, testing 10 thyroid markers instead of just TSH, and investigating toxic load, hormone imbalances, and the 27 anemia patterns traditional medicine ignores. If you've tried all the drugs and you're still stuck, this episode is your roadmap to something different.     CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Essence of Health and Functional Medicine09:10 Exploring the Chronic Condition Center17:00 Understanding Thyroid Health and Testing22:23 Alternative Approaches to Health and Wellness CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Dr. Kevin Smith:🌐 Website: MetabolicSolutions.net  📋 Free Health Quiz: 2-minute assessment with personalized action plan sent via email (categorizes issues as severe, moderate, or minor)  The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction: Podcast Mechanic

    25 Min.
  5. Not Without A Fight: My Journey Through Illness to Purpose

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    Not Without A Fight: My Journey Through Illness to Purpose

    Kim Nash was the first baby born to a kidney transplant recipient in the United States and unknowingly contracted Hepatitis C at birth. Diagnosed at 37 with young kids, she faced end-stage liver disease, treatment failure, and crushing depression before a 2014 clinical trial cured her and changed her purpose. Now navigating dystonia, neuropathy, and MS diagnosis while her liver regenerates, Kim shares the raw truth about surviving chronic illness: seeking therapy, starting a gratitude journal with just "a cup of coffee," and discovering that the first battle is in your mind.  CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction to the Chronic Truth Podcast00:47 Kimberly Nash's Personal Journey with Chronic Illness04:02 Resilience and Hope in the Face of Adversity05:54 The Power of Positive Thinking and Gratitude CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Rare Patient Voice:🎙️ Website: Chronic Truth Podcast 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @ChronicTruthPodcast 💬 Share Your Testimony: Testimonials 🎗️ Bonnie Morgan Foundation: Patient advocacy organization (Kim serves as President) The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: Survey📧 Sign Up: Rare Patient Voice ($120 per hour for participation)Production Inquiries: Podcast Mechanic

    9 Min.
  6. From Misdiagnosis to Meaning: How 200,000 Patients Drive Clinical Trials and Get Compensated

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    From Misdiagnosis to Meaning: How 200,000 Patients Drive Clinical Trials and Get Compensated

    Seven to ten years, that's how long most people wait for an accurate rare disease diagnosis, cycling through treatments that don't work and doctors who've never seen their condition. Pam Cusick, VP of Rare Patient Voice, has built a community of 200,000 patients across 1,500 conditions who get paid $120/hour to shape clinical trials, test medical devices, and ensure research reflects real patient experiences. With over $18 million paid to participants and 300+ active studies, this is how patient voices drive medical progress and get compensated for it. CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Understanding Rare Patient Voice09:46 The Importance of Rare Disease Day11:56 The Zebra Symbol and Its Significance CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Rare Patient Voice:🌐 Website: Rare Patient Voice (https://rarepatientvoice.com/rp/chronictruthpodcast) 📧 Sign Up: Free registration for patients and family caregivers (all conditions welcome) 📰 Active Studies: View 90+ studies needing participants under "Patients" → "Newsletters" on website 💰 Compensation: $120 per hour for participation 💳 Payment Options: Check (first-time participants), direct deposit, or PayPal (returning participants) 📊 Community Stats: 200,000+ patients and caregivers, 9 countries, 1,500+ conditions 📈 Milestone: Over $18 million paid to participants (as of the end of 2023)    Resources Mentioned: National Institutes of Health (NIH): Rare Disease Day celebration in Bethesda, MD (February 28th) Rare Disease Day Global Awareness: Monument lighting (Empire State Building and landmarks worldwide) Zebra Symbol: "When you hear hoofbeats, think horses—but don't forget the zebras" (rare disease awareness) Previous Episode: CEO Wes interview on Rare Patient Voice (listen for full organizational overview)  The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: Survey📧 Sign Up: Rare Patient Voice ($120 per hour for participation)Production Inquiries: Podcast Mechanic

    16 Min.
  7. Eating Disorders and Chronic Illness: Why Emotional Capacity Matters as Much as What's on Your Plate

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    Eating Disorders and Chronic Illness: Why Emotional Capacity Matters as Much as What's on Your Plate

    Nine out of ten people with eating disorders never receive specialty care. They're sitting right next to you, walking wounded in a diet culture designed to keep them that way. Eating disorder dietitian Jessica Setnick has spent 28 years uncovering the intergenerational food stories, unconscious childhood rules, and emotional programming that drive disordered eating long before anyone thinks to ask for help. From the language to use when a friend is struggling to the childhood circle exercise that reveals exactly why you eat the way you do, this conversation brings eating issues out of the shadows and into the light, where healing can actually begin.    CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Understanding Eating Disorders and Self-Perception02:50 The Role of Upbringing in Eating Habits05:47 The Impact of Diet Culture on Eating Behaviors09:11 Healing Your Inner Eater: A New Approach12:03 Intergenerational Patterns and Food Relationships15:10 Navigating Crisis in Eating Disorders17:56 Supporting Loved Ones with Eating Issues21:46 The Importance of Professional Help CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Jessica Setnick:🌐 Website: JessicaSetnick.com (newsletter signup available on homepage) 🌐 Program: HealingYourInnerEater.com (workbook + online program waitlist) 📧 Email: Jessica@JessicaSetnick.com 📱 Instagram: @UnderstandingNutrition📘 Facebook: Jessica Setnick 📚 Healing Your Inner Eater Workbook: $15 with code PODCAST at HealingYourInnerEater.com (instant eBook download, printable)   Resources Mentioned: Healing Your Inner Eater Workbook: HealingYourInnerEater.com — Use code PODCAST for $15 digital downloadEating Disorders Bootcamp: Jessica's professional development training for hospital staff and healthcare providersKey Statistic: Only 1 in 10 people with eating disorders ever receive specialty eating disorder care — 9 in 10 go undiagnosed and untreatedFinding Help: Ask your primary care doctor for an eating disorder dietitian or counselor referral; telehealth options are also available The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: SurveyProduction: Podcast Mechanic

    25 Min.
  8. Multiple Sclerosis Without Meds: Emotional Capacity, Nervous System Resonance, and Organic Transformation

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    Multiple Sclerosis Without Meds: Emotional Capacity, Nervous System Resonance, and Organic Transformation

    After healing her multiple sclerosis naturally over 20 years, Christine Ruch discovered the missing piece that no diet, supplement, or lifestyle change could address: nervous system dysregulation. Her journey from Boulder holistic chef to transformation guide reveals why emotional capacity matters as much as nutrition, how unconscious patterns keep us sick, and the radical difference between forcing healing through rules versus trusting your body's innate wisdom. For anyone managing MS, autoimmune disease, or compounding chronic conditions, this conversation offers hope beyond the pill bottle.   CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Journey of Self-Healing03:11 Awakening to Deeper Healing10:50 Understanding the Nervous System's Role15:05 Transforming Emotional Landscapes20:17 Building Trust with Your Body25:07 The Non-Linear Path of Healing30:04 Creating a Safe Space for Healing CONNECT & RESOURCES Connect with Christine Ruch: 🌐 Website: ChristineRuch.com 📝 Substack: Writing on the healing path and holistic transformation (linked from website) 📱 Instagram: @christineruch.ms (podcast links, articles, and select content) 📞 Book a Call: Free discovery calls available at ChristineRuch.com 💬 WhatsApp Mentorship: 3, 6, and 9-month immersions with 24/7 nervous system support  Resources Mentioned: McDonald's Criteria for MS: Diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (referenced by host Kim Nash)Costa Rica Healing Experience: Transformational nervous system work with two healers (2022)Holistic Nutrition & Celiac Disease: Christine's entry point to natural healing (2006)Nervous System Regulation: Vagus nerve work and dysregulation patterns in autoimmune conditions The Chronic Truth Podcast: 🌐 Website: chronictruthpodcast.com 📱 Instagram: @ChronicTruthPodcast 📘 TikTok: @chronictruthpodcast 💬 Share Your Story: Testimonials📋 Community Survey: Survey

    34 Min.
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If chronic illness has ever made you feel lost, alone, or like your body is working against you, this podcast is for you. The Chronic Truth is a weekly show dedicated to helping chronic illness patients find hope, resilience, and community in the middle of their toughest seasons.Every Friday, Kim Nash opens up about her own health journey and sits down with real patients who have faced the darkest moments of their diagnosis and found their way through.Join us for conversations about navigating uncertain diagnoses, managing life with chronic pain, invisible illness, autoimmune conditions, and so much more.Not without a fight. Together, WE are STRONG.

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    Kim Nash
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    2025 - 2026
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