Dr. Eleanor Stein Podcast

Dr. Eleanor Stein
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On the Dr. Eleanor Stein Podcast, you will hear long-form interviews with clinicians, researchers, and people with lived experience of diseases that tend to fall between the cracks of our medical system—including myalgic encephalomyelitis, fibromyalgia, environmental sensitivities, chronic pain, and long COVID. Your host, Dr. Eleanor (Ellie) Stein, is a published medical doctor and psychiatrist with 25 years of clinical experience and over 36 years of personal lived experience with complex chronic diseases. She founded the first and only multidisciplinary team in Canada to provide objective medical tests for people with complex chronic diseases. Since retiring from medical practice, Dr. Stein continues to serve as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Calgary and is currently co-PI on a clinical trial of a mind-body therapy for ME and long COVID. The good news is that she now has time to unleash her passion for learning. She is uncovering new research in mitochondrial function, neuroplasticity, hormesis, quantum biology, longevity and more. She translates these paradigm-shifting and potentially life-changing discoveries for you on her podcast and in her membership, Live with Dr. Stein! Dr. Stein and her guests share research-based, no-to-low-cost strategies to help people get their lives back. Launched in 2025, the podcast is available on YouTube and on all major podcast platforms, including Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more. "I spent the day driving today and listened to about six hours' worth of previous episodes (of Dr. Eleanor Stein's Podcast). So glad I did. Very high-quality content and a great variety of guests 🙂" - Dr. Richard Nahas, MD.

  1. Jul 10

    Episode 32: Why Health Goals Fail, with Dr. Amy Behimer, PharmD

    For people living with ME, CFS, and other complex chronic illnesses, repeatedly failing to achieve your health goals can feel discouraging, especially when fatigue, post-exertional malaise, pain, or unpredictable symptoms get in the way. In this conversation, Dr. Eleanor Stein speaks with pharmacist and coach Amy Behimer about why goals fail and how to make them realistic, compassionate, and achievable. Amy explains why willpower is not enough, why tiny steps matter, and why goals must be personally meaningful, not just something a doctor, family member, or society says you “should” do. The episode offers practical hope for turning pacing, mindset, and daily habits into sustainable healing supports. Key Takeaways Most goals fail because they are never clearly set. Wanting more energy is not the same as creating a specific, doable goal. Forgetting the goal is normal—not a character flaw. Amy explains that systems, reminders, and accountability can help keep goals visible. A goal may fail because it is too big or outside your control. For someone with severe fatigue, the first goal may not be “get back to normal,” but a tiny action that supports stability. “Trust in the tiny” is especially important in chronic illness. Tiny goals may feel too small, but they can build consistency, confidence, and momentum. The goal has to be something you actually want. Goals based on “shoulds” often fail because they come from pressure rather than personal desire. Goals need to feel good along the way. Amy challenges the idea that people should white-knuckle their way toward health. Pacing is not just a strategy—it may need to become a goal. For ME/CFS, pacing can be emotionally difficult because it asks people to do less when they desperately want to do more. What is “failure gold”? Tune in to find out. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Amy Behimer & her autoimmune health journey. 07:30 The upholder personality 10:00 What gets in the way  12:10 The first reason goals fail: the goal was never truly set. 15:11 The second reason goals fail: we forget our goals. 17:41 The third reason goals fail: they're too big or outside your control. 22:09 The fourth reason goals fail: it isn't something you want  27:40 The fifth reason goals fail: it doesn't feel good 33:00 The sixth reason goals fail: nowhere to troubleshoot 37:10 Applying this process to pacing and post-exertional malaise45:00  Belief seeds and conclusionConnect with Amy IG: @amybehimercoachingWebsite: https://amybehimercoaching.com/ Podcast: Autoimmune Health Secrets About Dr. SteinI’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life.START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletterFeeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/liveExplore More ResourcesWebsite: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.caCourses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/storeBlog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blogConnect With MeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorSteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 32: Why Health Goals Fail, with Dr. Amy Behimer, PharmD

  2. Jun 26

    Episode 31: The Dispenza Study: Miracle or Science? with Alex Jinich-Diamant

    Neuroscientist Alex Jinich-Diamant discusses his groundbreaking research on Joe Dispenza’s meditation retreats, revealing how intensive mindfulness triggers profound biological shifts in 7 days. His study at the University of California, San Diego, used advanced imaging and blood analysis to track neural and molecular changes before and after a week-long Dispenza retreat. For those with chronic illnesses like ME/CFS, this research provides scientific validation for the mind’s power to reset the body’s "predictive systems" and reduce chronic symptoms. Alex explores the role of "mystical experiences" and the "open-label placebo" effect, offering a message of empowerment and evidence-based hope for systemic healing.  Key Take Aways  * The Power of Open-Label Placebo: Understand how belief and expectation can trigger real biological healing even when the "treatment" is known to be non-pharmacological. * Neural Network Shifts: Discover how intensive meditation reduces connectivity in the "Default Mode Network," helping the brain break free from chronic symptom loops. * Molecular Evidence for Healing: The study observed significant changes in blood plasma proteins and endogenous opioids (natural painkillers) following the retreat. * Predictive Processing & Chronic Illness: See how the brain's predictive models can "lock in" symptoms like pain or fatigue, and how meditation helps "update" these models. * The "Mystical Experience" Factor: Scientific data shows a correlation between profound subjective experiences and objective biological changes in brain connectivity. * Metabolic Reset: Review early evidence suggesting shifts in cellular energy production (glycolysis vs. oxidative phosphorylation) after intensive meditation. * The Role of Ritual and Immersion: Why a weeklong immersive retreat may create a more powerful "container" for biological change than short daily sessions. * Scientific Rigor in Mind-Body Research: The importance of "arm’s length" funding and independent replication to ensure scientific integrity in controversial fields. Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction: Meet neuroscientist Alex Jinich-Diamant 00:06:55 Scientific integrity: funding and bias in research 00:10:00 The Dispenza Study explained 00:16:20 How the brain works: it infers reality by predicting it 00:20:40 How the brain, as a "prediction machine", can lead to chronic symptoms 00:26:55 The Dipenza Study: what it was looking at and what it found 00:42:50 The take-home messages from Dispenza's research 00:50:50 Where the research is going Connect with Alex Jinich-Diamanthttps://alejandrojinich.com/science https://www.instagram.com/alexjinich/About Dr. Stein I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter Feeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 31: The Dispenza Study: Miracle or Science? with Alex Jinich-Diamant

  3. Jun 12

    Episode 30: Why "Invisible" Illnesses Are an Insurance Company’s Favorite Target for Denial, with Sivan Tumarkin

    In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Stein talks with disability lawyer Sivan Tumarkin to pull back the curtain on the long-term disability (LTD) industry. They explore why insurance companies frequently deny claims for "invisible" illnesses like ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, often citing a lack of "objective evidence." Tumarkin exposes common insurance tactics, including biased "independent" medical exams and social media surveillance. Listeners will learn the critical importance of detailed medical documentation, the legal shift that happens at the two-year mark, and how to transition from feeling like a "file number" to an empowered claimant who knows their rights. Learning Points - Dehumanization of Claimants: Insurance companies often view claimants as financial liabilities and "file numbers" rather than people in need. - The "Objective Evidence" Hurdle: Why traditional tests often fail to capture the reality of chronic fatigue and pain, and how to overcome this in a claim. - The Power of Documentation: Why your treating physician's notes are your most important tool in a legal battle. - Surveillance Risks: How insurance companies use private investigators and social media to "prove" you aren't disabled. - The IME Reality: Understanding that "Independent Medical Examinations" are often performed by doctors frequently hired by the insurance company. - "Own Occupation" vs. "Any Occupation": Navigating the critical definition change in disability that usually occurs after 24 months of benefits. - The Internal Appeal Trap: Why filing an internal appeal with the insurance company is often a waste of time compared to seeking legal counsel. - Empowerment through Knowledge: How understanding your specific policy and legal rights can shift the power balance back in your favor. Chapters 00:00:00 Meet the Expert: Introduction to Sivan Tumarkin and LTD law. 00:05:10 How to Apply: The steps to take. 00:07:30 Filling Out the Form: Mistakes That Cost You 00:14:04 Your Doctor’s Role: Why detailed clinical notes are your best defence and what you can do to assist  00:22:30 What to do when tests are declared invalid. 00:26:55 Debunking the IME: What to expect during an independent medical exam. 00:32:35 The Two-Year Rule: Date of denial to start a legal process 00:44:45 The Tricks that Insurance Companies use to deny a claim 00:51:40 Government Disability Differences 00:53:30 When to Start Legal Action 00:56:45 Final Words of Hope: Regaining control over your future and your health. Click here for a Free Handout Contact Sivan Tumarkin https://stlawyers.ca/disability-law/faq https://www.facebook.com/stlawyers www.youtube.com/@SamfiruTumarkinToronto https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-disability-lawyer/ About Dr. Eleanor Stein I am a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter Feeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 30: Why "Invisible" Illnesses Are an Insurance Company’s Favorite Target for Denial, with Sivan Tumarkin

  4. May 29

    Episode 29: Why Your Fatigue Tests Come Back "Normal" (And What’s Actually Wrong), with guest Dr. Evan Hirsch

    In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Stein welcomes Dr. Evan Hirsch, the "Energy MD," who shares his journey from a five-year battle with CFS to helping others recover. Dr. Hirsch introduces his "Toxic Five" framework: heavy metals, chemicals, mold, infections, and nervous system dysfunction, as the true root causes of fatigue. He controversially argues against extensive testing, citing its inaccuracy and the "total body burden". Instead, he advocates for a broad-spectrum treatment approach that addresses the "toxic matrix". Listeners will learn practical steps for environmental cleanup and a new perspective on achieving lasting energy. This episode offers a thought-provoking, hopeful framework for people with complex chronic illness who feel they have tried everything.   Key Take Aways The "Toxic Five" framework: Identifying heavy metals, chemicals, mold, infections, and nervous system dysfunction as primary energy drainers. Deficiencies vs. Toxicities: Understanding how toxicities cause 80% of the hormonal and nutrient deficiencies found in patients. The Failure of Conventional Testing: Why standard labs often miss the root causes of chronic fatigue. The 4-Step Recovery Method: A systematic approach involving Assess, Replace, Open, and Remove. "Opening the Drains": The critical necessity of preparing detoxification pathways before attempting to remove toxins. Mitochondrial Damage: How environmental toxins directly impair the body's primary energy-producing units. Chronic Infections: The role of "stuck" immune systems in maintaining long-term fatigue. Nervous System Regulation: Why physical healing is often blocked if the body remains in a state of perceived danger. Chapters00:00:30 Welcome: Introducing Dr. Evan Hirsch, "The Energy MD" 00:02:03 Personal Journey: A Physician’s Five-Year Battle with ME 00:04:46 Root Causes: 30+ Triggers vs. The Toxic Five 00:06:40 Heavy Metals & Chemicals: The Hidden Energy Thieves 00:13:20 What You Can Do About These Toxicities 00:17:01 Mold & Mycotoxins: The Invisible Threat in Your Home 00:21:50 Chronic Infections: Why Your Immune System Can’t Move On 00:25:40 Nervous System Disregulation/Trauma: Turning Off "Danger Mode" 00:34:10 The Roadmap: Dr. Hirsch’s 4-Step Healing Process 00:42:10 Case Example 00:48:16 The Process of the Program Dr. Hirsch's links FREE Facebook Grouphttp://energymdmethod.com/fbgroup Facebook Pagewww.facebook.com/DrEvanHirsch/ LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/drevanhirsch/ Twitterwww.twitter.com/drevanhirsch Instagramwww.instagram.com/evanhirschmd/ TikTokwww.tiktok.com/@energymd YouTubewww.youtube.com/c/EvanHHirschMD   I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter  Feeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live   Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 29: Why Your Fatigue Tests Come Back "Normal" (And What’s Actually Wrong), with guest Dr. Evan Hirsch

  5. May 20

    Episode 28: Could Your Mouth Be Part of Your Chronic Illness Story? - Part 2, with guest Jalal Khan

    In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Eleanor Stein and Quantum Dentist Dr. Jalal Khan move from theory to practice, exploring how the invisible forces of light, water, and magnetism dictate our health. Dr. Khan reveals the hidden dangers of modern living—specifically artificial blue light and non-native electromagnetic fields and their surprising role in disrupting orofacial growth and mitochondrial function. This episode is a call to action for parents and individuals with chronic illness, offering a hopeful, physics-based roadmap to recovery that starts with reconnecting the "body electric" to the natural world.Key Takeaways: The Danger of nnEMF: How invisible electromagnetic fields from technology disrupt cellular signaling and physical development. Blue Light vs. Mitochondrial Health: The impact of blue light at night on melatonin, mitochondria, and physical growth and why artificial light at night acts as a metabolic toxin, particularly for growing children. The Power of Infrared Light: How natural sunlight triggers the repair of mitochondrial proteins and supports bone density. Sunlight as a Nutrient: Why specific wavelengths of natural light are required for strong bones and hormonal balance. The Grounding Effect: How connecting to the Earth’s surface can help regulate the nervous system and reduce inflammation. Circadian Biology in Dentistry: Why the timing of light exposure is just as critical as the quality of our food. Building a "Quantum Home": Practical, low-cost strategies to reduce environmental stressors for the whole family. Chapters:00:00:40 Where We Go Wrong with Dentistry: Cranial Rhythm, Braces, and Jaw Growth00:04:20 How Mouth Breathing, Diet, and Cranial Trauma Impact Dental Alignment00:09:00 The Functional Impact of Malocclusion: How Tooth Misalignment Affects Proprioception 00:14:00 Guiding Natural Jaw Growth Force vs. Traditional Braces 00:16:55 What is the Osteopathic Approach? Finding Health vs. Treating Disease 00:22.32 How Sunlight, UV, and Infrared Light Affects Carnial Osteopathy 00:27:47 How Your Bite Affects Your Nervous System 00:29:47 Craniocervical Instability (CCI) 00:33:12 Quantum Behaviours That Impact Health 00:41:57 Mitochondria, Light, Water and Magnetism 00:52:17 How Much Water Should a Person Drink And What Kind 00:59:22 Earthing/Grounding Recommendations 01:00:27 Moving from Despair to Hope: The path to recovery Dr. Khan’s links:jalal@thequantumkid.com.ausydneyfunctionaldentistry.com.authequantumkid.com.auinstagram.com/the.quantum.kid   I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter  Feeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live   Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 28: Could Your Mouth Be Part of Your Chronic Illness Story? - Part 2, with guest Jalal Khan

  6. May 1

    Episode 27: Could Your Mouth Be Part of Your Chronic Illness Story? - Part 1, with guest Jalal Khan

    Could your mouth be contributing to fatigue, pain, poor sleep, or nervous system stress in ways you least expect? In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Stein speaks with quantum dentist Jalal Khan about the overlooked links between oral health and chronic illness. Dr. Khan explains how teeth, jaw structure, tongue position, breathing, cranial rhythm, light exposure, water, mitochondria, and environmental stressors may all influence the body’s ability to heal. For people with complex chronic diseases such as fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, long COVID, chemical sensitivities, and chronic pain, this conversation offers a new way to think about dental health — not as cosmetic, but as whole-body medicine. Learning Points The Definition of Quantum Dentistry: Shifting focus from mechanical tooth repair to the body’s fundamental physics. The "Small Mouth" Epidemic: Understanding why 90% of children now face developmental issues rare in our ancestors. The Systemic Gateway: Why the mouth is central to chronic disease. Genetics vs. Environment: Why have our facial structures changed when our DNA has not changed. Airway and Oxygen: How jaw structure dictates our ability to breathe and oxygenate our cells and our energy levels The Impact of Modern Mismatch: How soft foods and indoor lifestyles alter our physical anatomy Lessons from the Past: How indigenous cultures maintained perfect dental arches without modern intervention The "Body Electric": The role of light and magnetism in guiding biological growth and mitochondrial health Structural Foundation: Why a compromised airway can trigger chronic sympathetic nervous system stress Environmental Mismatch: Why our modern world fuels chronic illness. Chapters(00:16) Meet Dr. Jalal Khan: Holistic Quantum Dentistry in Sydney(08:30) What is Quantum Biology? (14:10) How Quantum Biology Influences Chronic Health and Disease(19:00) Does Quantum Biology Help us Understand the Disease Epidemic?(22:14) The Link Between Society's Electrification and Chronic Illness(25:30) Thermodynamics & Cellular Coherence in Health(32:10) How Non-Native EMF Disrupts Your Biology(38:40) Be In Nature, Don't Mimic it  Dr. Khan website links: jalal@thequantumkid.com.ausydneyfunctionaldentistry.com.authequantumkid.com.auinstagram.com/the.quantum.kid   #QuantumDentistry #AirwayHealth #MECFS #ChronicIllnessRecovery #HolisticHealth #DrEleanorStein #JalalKhan #FunctionalDentistry #QuantumBiology #RootCauseHealth  I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter Feeling alone? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein. Get direct answers to your questions, continuing guidance and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live   Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 27: Could Your Mouth Be Part of Your Chronic Illness Story? - Part 1, with guest Jalal Khan

  7. Apr 17

    Episode 26: Don't Just Cope With Pain, Overcome It, with Dr. Daniel Lyman

    This podcast episode explores the transformative role of neuroplasticity in treating chronic illness, featuring psychotherapist Daniel Lyman and host Dr. Eleanor Stein. Lyman, a specialist in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), details how the brain can "learn" to maintain symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue and brain fog even after physical healing. The discussion centers on distinguishing between structural damage and neuroplastic "alarms" that keep the body in a state of high alert. By shifting from fear to curiosity through somatic tracking, listeners are offered a science-based path toward empowerment, recovery, and hope. Learning Points: - Defining Neuroplastic Symptoms: Learn how symptoms that shift, move, or occur without clear injury are often generated by the brain. - The "Memory" of Sensation: Understand how the brain is powerful enough to recreate physical sensations unconsciously based on past experiences. - The Safety-Seeker Personality: Explore how traits like perfectionism and people-pleasing can keep the nervous system in a state of hypervigilance. - fMRI Evidence: Discover why chronic pain often registers in the brain's emotional centers rather than traditional pain centers. - The Feedback Loop of Fear: See how responding to symptoms with worry reinforces the neural pathways that sustain them. - The "Two-Column" Tool: A practical method for categorizing evidence to distinguish structural issues from neuroplastic patterns. - Somatic Tracking: Learn the technique of observing sensations with "lighthearted curiosity" to teach the brain that the body is safe. True Recovery vs. Coping: Hear why full recovery is a realistic goal for many people with chronic conditions. Chapters 00:00 Intro: Meeting Expert Daniel Lyman 03:06 Daniel’s "Backdoor" Journey to Recovery 07:13 Pain Reprocessing Therapy and Neuroplastic Symptoms 13:33 Why Pain Is a "Memory" the Brain Plays Back as a Sensory Experience 25:38 Are Certain Personalities More Likely to Develop Chronic Conditions? 32:04 Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, Repressed Emotions, and Physical Symptoms 37:35 How to Start Leaving This Cycle 44:00 How to Learn That Your Symptoms Aren’t Evidence of Danger 54:10 Live Demo: Daniel Leads Dr. Stein in Somatic Tracking with Her Foot Pain Learn more about Dr. Lyman's' work at https://www.mindbodytherapycenter.org I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from clinical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter Want deeper support? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein featuring live sessions, education, and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/ Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 26: Don't Just Cope With Pain, Overcome It, with Dr. Daniel Lyman

  8. Apr 3

    Episode 25: Could a Simple Injection "Reset" Your Autonomic Nervous System? with Dr. Richard Nahas

    In this podcast episode, Dr. Eleanor Stein interviews Dr. Richard Nahas, a leader in integrative and regenerative medicine, about the "forgotten" field of Neural Therapy. They discuss how physical scars, past injuries, and dental issues can create "blockages" in the nervous system that contribute to chronic conditions like ME/CFS and fibromyalgia.  Dr. Nahas explains how local anesthetic injections can reset the autonomic nervous system, allowing the body to heal from long-standing dysfunction. The conversation highlights a shift from merely managing symptoms to identifying and treating the root physical sources of chronic illness. Key Takeaways The Concept of Blockages: Learn how past physical traumas (scars, surgeries, or injuries) can create persistent "interference fields" in the nervous system. What is Neural Therapy: Understand the history and mechanism of using procaine injections to "re-polarize" and reset nerve membranes. The Autonomic Nervous System (ANS): Discover how the ANS regulates healing and why "blockages" keep the body in a state of chronic stress. The Role of Scars: Even small, old scars can act as constant irritants to the nervous system, potentially triggering widespread pain or fatigue. Dental Connections: Learn why wisdom tooth scars or dental work can be significant sources of systemic health issues. Beyond Symptom Management: Explore a paradigm that focuses on restoring the body's natural ability to heal rather than just suppressing symptoms. Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Richard Nahas (08:40) Mechanics of Neurotherapy, the Nervous System and Forgotten Lesions (12:55) History of the Huneke Brothers and Neurotherapy (17:15) Neurotherapy, the Autonomic Nervous System and Psychoneuroimmunology (27:50) The Interference (or Disturbance) Field and Multisystem Conditions (33:10) QEEG Testing and Treatments (Ultrasound Guided Injections) (36:00) Properties of Fascia and How it Affects Individual Chronic Illness (41:00) Who Benefits from Neurotherapy and the Process (49:10) Side Effects of Neurotherapy: Healing Crisis, Lymphatic Drainage Blockage (56:45) The BEAM Project - Bringing Evidence to Alternative Medicine (1:00:30) How to Find a Neurotherapy Provider   Learn more about Dr. Nahas' work at https://www.richardnahasmd.com/ or Follow him on Instagram at @nahasmd   I’m Dr. Eleanor Stein, a retired medical doctor and psychiatrist with 37 years of lived experience with multiple complex chronic conditions and 25+ years of clinical experience working with people with ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, long COVID and more. Since retiring from medical practice in 2022, I continue to learn and share accessible, evidence-informed strategies to help you improve function and quality of life. START HERE: Join my free monthly newsletter. Practical education, trusted resources, and updates delivered directly to you every month. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/newsletter   Want deeper support? Join my subscription membership, Live! with Dr. Stein featuring live sessions, education, and a supportive community. https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/live Explore More Resources Website: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca Courses, webinars, books & manuals: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/store Blog: https://www.eleanorsteinmd.ca/blog   Connect With Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreleanorstein/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrEleanorStein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-stein-md-748028254/   Subscribe to this channel for science-based education, empowerment, and hope.

    Episode 25: Could a Simple Injection "Reset" Your Autonomic Nervous System? with Dr. Richard Nahas
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On the Dr. Eleanor Stein Podcast, you will hear long-form interviews with clinicians, researchers, and people with lived experience of diseases that tend to fall between the cracks of our medical system—including myalgic encephalomyelitis, fibromyalgia, environmental sensitivities, chronic pain, and long COVID. Your host, Dr. Eleanor (Ellie) Stein, is a published medical doctor and psychiatrist with 25 years of clinical experience and over 36 years of personal lived experience with complex chronic diseases. She founded the first and only multidisciplinary team in Canada to provide objective medical tests for people with complex chronic diseases. Since retiring from medical practice, Dr. Stein continues to serve as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Calgary and is currently co-PI on a clinical trial of a mind-body therapy for ME and long COVID. The good news is that she now has time to unleash her passion for learning. She is uncovering new research in mitochondrial function, neuroplasticity, hormesis, quantum biology, longevity and more. She translates these paradigm-shifting and potentially life-changing discoveries for you on her podcast and in her membership, Live with Dr. Stein! Dr. Stein and her guests share research-based, no-to-low-cost strategies to help people get their lives back. Launched in 2025, the podcast is available on YouTube and on all major podcast platforms, including Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more. "I spent the day driving today and listened to about six hours' worth of previous episodes (of Dr. Eleanor Stein's Podcast). So glad I did. Very high-quality content and a great variety of guests 🙂" - Dr. Richard Nahas, MD.

Information

  • Creator
    Dr. Eleanor Stein
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Dr. Eleanor Stein MD FRCP(C)
  • Show Website
    Dr. Eleanor Stein Podcast

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