EnergyMD Podcast

Evan H. Hirsch, MD
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Hosted by the best selling author & founder of the EnergyMD Method, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, the EnergyMD Podcast introduces thought leaders like Alex Howard, Dr. Amie Hornaman, Jodi Cohen, Evan Brand, Dr. Al Danenberg, Dr. Joan Rosenberg, Debora Wayne, Dr. Debi Silber, Dr. Madiha Saeed, Dr. Kasia Kines, Dr. Darin Ingels, JJ Virgin and others to help all those who struggle with low energy, fatigue and Long COVID, and are looking for practical and natural solutions that work. Learn more at https://www.energymdmethod.com

  1. 4d ago

    13 Ways the Spike Protein Is Keeping You Sick with Evan H. Hirsch, MD

    Your fatigue, brain fog, and lingering symptoms after COVID may not be random. The spike protein can keep disrupting your body long after the initial infection clears. Evan H. Hirsch, MD, breaks down 13 distinct mechanisms through which the spike protein continues affecting energy production, immune function, circulation, the gut, and nervous system regulation in people dealing with Long COVID, ME/CFS, and chronic fatigue. This episode also explains why so many people address symptoms one at a time and still plateau, and what the layer underneath the 13 mechanisms actually is. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the spike protein does not always leave when the infection clears How microclots block oxygen delivery even when labs look completely normal The biological explanation for post-exertional malaise and why pushing harder makes it worse Why 57% of Long COVID clients develop exercise-induced dysautonomia How gut disruption and serotonin depletion drive fatigue, brain fog, and mood changes What the Toxic 5 are and why they keep the 13 mechanisms running long after the acute illness is gone Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://fixyourfatigue.com See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:49 - The 13 Spike Protein Mechanisms Explained 07:52 - Why Treating Symptoms One at a Time Leads to a Plateau 09:34 - The Toxic 5 and the Three-Layer Recovery Model 11:13 - How Heavy Metals and Chemicals Keep the Fire Going 12:01 - Why Mold Is One of the Most Missed Perpetuators 12:28 - Infections, Nervous System Dysfunction, and What the Tests Miss 13:39 - The Bottom Line and What to Do Next 15:52 - Free Masterclass and Next Steps Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    17 min

  2. May 20

    How To Turn Off Anxiety & the Stress Response with Ashley James

    Living in a constant state of stress can quietly affect energy, digestion, sleep, focus, and recovery.  In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Ashley to talk about anxiety, the fight-or-flight response, and why many people with chronic health issues can get stuck in stress patterns without fully realizing it. Ashley explains how fear-based thinking and spiraling thoughts can intensify physical symptoms, why the body responds to imagined danger as if it were real, and the visualization technique she uses to help calm anxiety in the moment. In this episode, you'll learn: Why anxiety is a signal that your body is stuck in the stress response How chronic stress impacts digestion, hormones, energy production, and healing The difference between anxiety and other emotions The visualization technique Ashley uses to turn off anxiety in the moment Why your thoughts and self-talk can increase physical symptoms and panic How imagining successful outcomes can help retrain the nervous system Guest: Ashley James is a Holistic Health Coach, Podcaster, Rapid Anxiety Cessation Expert, and passionate whole food plant-based home chef who has been helping clients transform their lives since 2005. A Master Practitioner and Trainer of Neuro-linguistic Programming, she combines powerful mind-body tools with deeply researched holistic protocols to create lasting change.  After reversing her own type 2 diabetes, PCOS, infertility, chronic infections, and debilitating adrenal fatigue, Ashley founded the Learn True Health with Ashley James podcast in 2016 to share what truly works. Her mission is to show you that you do not have to suffer and that your body can heal when you remove what harms it and give it what it needs. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Meet Ashley James 01:26 - Ashley's Chronic Fatigue and Adrenal Fatigue Story 04:40 - How Food Changes Transformed Her Health 08:49 - Why Anxiety Is Different From Other Emotions 14:10 - What Happens in the Stress Response 18:24 - Anxiety as a Warning Signal 24:14 - How Stress Shuts Down Healing and Digestion 32:22 - The Visualization Technique to Turn Off Anxiety 41:34 - Using the Technique for Generalized Anxiety Connect with Ashley James: Learn True Health Website & Podcast: https://learntruehealth.com Free Anxiety Freedom Technique: https://anxietyfreedomtechnique.com/free Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    59 min

  3. May 13

    Why You Have Good Days and Bad Days With Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Evan H. Hirsch, MD

    You had a good day. Then you crashed. And now you're wondering what you did wrong. Most people with Long COVID and ME/CFS spend months trying to make sense of why their symptoms feel so unpredictable. The truth is, they usually aren't. In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, walks through nine specific reasons symptoms flare, from physical overexertion and nervous system stress to hormone shifts, seasonal infection cycles, and full moon patterns. He also breaks down the 'Toxic 5' that keep the body vulnerable to these swings, and shares a practical tracking approach to help you start reading your own patterns with more clarity and less fear. In this episode, you'll learn: Why post-exertional malaise can show up hours or days after activity How emotional, mental, spiritual, and energetic stress affect the nervous system Common food and environmental triggers that can worsen symptoms quickly The connection between hormone shifts, menopause, and symptom flares What a Herxheimer reaction is and why detox pathways matter How the Toxic 5 contribute to Long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real patient results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Why Good Days Can Lead to Crashes 00:27 - The 9 Hidden Reasons Symptoms Flare 00:56 - Physical Overexertion and Post-Exertional Malaise 01:25 - Mental, Emotional, and Nervous System Stress 02:51 - Dietary Triggers and Food Reactions 03:20 - Poor Sleep and Immune Recovery 03:48 - Hormone Shifts, Menopause, and Symptom Flares 04:16 - Mold, Chemicals, and Toxic Exposures 04:46 - Herxheimer Reactions and Detox Support 06:37 - Seasonal Infections, Full Moon Cycles, and the Toxic 5 Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    14 min

  4. May 6

    How Can Teenagers Make Better Health Choices? with The Holistic Ansari Kids

    Most teenagers are told what to do for their health, but very few are taught how to think about it for themselves. In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with the Holistic Ansari Kids to explore how teenagers can take ownership of their health early in life. They share what they've learned from interviewing hundreds of top experts and how simple lifestyle choices around sleep, nutrition, mindset, and daily habits can shape long-term energy, focus, and resilience. This conversation highlights how young people can build awareness, make informed decisions, and create a strong foundation for lifelong health without overwhelm. In this episode, you'll learn: Why early health habits have a lasting impact on energy, focus, and overall well-being How teenagers can start making more informed decisions about their health The role of sleep, nutrition, and daily routines in supporting energy and mental clarity How mindset and environment influence long-term health outcomes What teens can do now to avoid common health challenges later in life Guests: Abdullah, Zain, Emaad, and Qasim Ansari are the hosts of The Holistic Kids Show and co-authors of the bestselling book The Teen Health Revolution: Lifestyle Secrets to Optimize Your Mind, Body, and Soul. Their kid-run podcast features 200+ episodes with New York Times bestselling authors, Harvard professors, top physicians, and national media voices, ranking in the top 2% of podcasts globally. As the first youth speakers at major integrative medicine conferences including IFM (2024) and A4M (2025), they earned the 2025 "Up and Comer" Award. Media appearances include NBC, CBS and TEDx. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real patient results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - Meet the Holistic Ansari Kids 03:20 - Why Teen Health Matters Early 06:45 - Building Healthy Habits That Last 10:30 - Nutrition and Energy for Teens 14:15 - The Importance of Sleep and Recovery 18:40 - Mindset and Decision Making 23:05 - Learning from Top Health Experts 27:30 - Avoiding Common Health Pitfalls 32:10 - Final Thoughts and Advice for Teens Connect with The Holistic Ansari Kids: Website: https://theholistickidsshow.com Podcast: https://theteenhealthrevolution.com Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    41 min

  5. Apr 29

    How to Travel Well With Long COVID or ME/CFS with Jenny Tufenkian, ND

    Traveling with Long COVID or ME/CFS can feel impossible when even small outings leave you wiped out. In this episode, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, sits down with Jenny Tufenkian, ND, to talk about what it actually takes to travel without triggering major crashes. They break down how to plan ahead, manage energy in real time, and adjust expectations so travel becomes more doable and less stressful. You'll hear practical strategies for pacing, nervous system regulation, and building in the right kind of support before, during, and after a trip. In this episode, you'll learn: Why travel often leads to setbacks with Long COVID and ME/CFS How to plan trips in a way that protects your energy The role of pacing before, during, and after travel Simple ways to regulate your nervous system while on the go How to set realistic expectations to avoid crashes What support systems can make travel safer and more manageable Guest: Jenny Tufenkian is a licensed Naturopathic Physician with over 20 years of experience specializing in long COVID and ME/CFS fatigue. After overcoming chronic fatigue herself, she developed a transformative system targeting the five core root causes of Chronic Fatigue/ME. Her integrative approach combines functional medicine with deep subconscious work to help exhausted professionals reclaim their energy and vitality. Dr. Tufenkian earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the National University of Natural Medicine. She is also a mom of two, happily married, and loves her time outdoors and in the kitchen. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real patient results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Meet Jenny Tufenkian, ND 03:10 - Why Travel Triggers Fatigue Crashes 06:20 - Planning Ahead for Energy Management 10:15 - Pacing Strategies While Traveling 14:40 - Nervous System Support on the Go 18:30 - Setting Realistic Expectations 22:10 - Recovery After Travel 26:00 - Common Travel Mistakes to Avoid 30:00 - Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways Connect with Jenny Tufenkian: Website: https://drjennytufenkian.com/ Quiz: https://drjennytufenkian.com/quiz Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    58 min

  6. Apr 22

    Carnivore Diet for Long COVID and ME/CFS: What the Research Actually Says with Evan H. Hirsch, MD

    Can eating only meat actually fix long COVID or ME/CFS? The stories say yes. The biology is a lot more complicated. I dug into the carnivore diet from the ground up, reviewing what formal studies show, what the long COVID and ME/CFS online communities are actually reporting, and where the real risks are for people with already fragile physiology. The honest picture is more nuanced than either the success stories or the skeptics suggest, and the details matter a lot depending on where you are in your recovery. In this episode, you'll learn: Why carnivore functions as an extreme elimination diet and who it tends to help most The gut microbiome trade-off that rarely gets mentioned by carnivore advocates Why electrolyte management is non-negotiable for anyone with POTS or autonomic dysfunction What it means when your symptoms return the moment you reintroduce carbohydrates The nutrients most depleted in chronic fatigue patients and how animal foods address them Why diet alone has not been enough to produce full lasting recovery when the Toxic 5 root causes are still active Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real patient results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to the EnergyMD Podcast 01:31 - What the Research Actually Shows 02:27 - Community Reports and Real Stories 04:33 - Who Does Carnivore Work Best For 05:11 - Carnivore as an Extreme Elimination Diet 06:40 - Biological Reasons Carnivore Helps 08:04 - The Gut Microbiome Concern 09:47 - Can You Come Off Carnivore After Recovery 11:04 - The Electrolyte Issue and POTS Risk 13:02 - The Toxic Five Root Causes 15:01 - How to Try Carnivore Safely Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    18 min

  7. Apr 15

    New Blood Test for ME/CFS. Is It a Big Deal? with Evan H. Hirsch, MD

    A 96% accurate blood test for ME/CFS just dropped. And yes, it matters. But not for the reason you think. Today, I'll break down exactly what the new EpiSwitch test found, what it cannot tell you, and why no single lab result has ever been what actually gets people better. After a decade of working with long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome patients, I've seen one consistent pattern: the people who recover are not the ones with the best test results. They're the ones who addressed all five root causes, no matter what the labs showed. In this episode, you'll learn: What the EpiSwitch test actually measures and why 96% accuracy is not the full story Why a negative result does not mean you are well What the "Toxic 5" are and why missing even one keeps people stuck How imperfect lab tests have fooled even experienced clinicians Why nervous system dysfunction is now confirmed in 57% of long COVID patients Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass-registration See real client results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - What Is the New ME/CFS Blood Test? 00:57 - How the EpiSwitch Platform Works 01:27 - Epigenetics Explained Simply 01:56 - The Helmholtz Center Study and the LCMO Cell 02:21 - Why This Validation Matters 02:50 - What the Headlines Are Leaving Out 03:19 - Why ME/CFS and Long COVID Are Not One Single Disease 03:48 - Evan's Personal Story and the Diagnosis Gap 04:46 - The Mold House Analogy 05:16 - CIRS and the Limits of Inflammatory Markers 05:46 - What Actually Drives Recovery: The Toxic Five 06:15 - Why Lab Tests Are Imperfect and What to Do About It 07:09 - Root Causes 11:53 - The Pattern Evan Has Seen in Every Recovery 12:23 - What the New Test Cannot Give You 12:51 - Celebrate the Science, But Don't Wait for It 13:43 - Three Things to Take Away from This Episode 14:40 - Free Masterclass Invitation 15:10 - Share This with Someone Who Needs It Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    17 min

  8. Apr 8

    Mitochondria, Nitric Oxide & Creatine for Fatigue: Real Benefits & Limits with Luke Bucci, PhD

    Your standard labs came back normal, but your cells might still be starving for energy. If you're doing everything right (the supplements, the diet, the sleep) but still can't shake the exhaustion, the problem might not show up on any bloodwork. What most providers never check is what's happening inside your cells: specifically how well your mitochondria are producing energy, and whether your circulation is quietly declining over time. In this episode, you'll learn: Why standard lab panels miss what's actually driving fatigue at the cellular level What mitochondria really do and how their decline leads to brain fog, weakness, and exhaustion The key supplements with real science behind them: CoQ10, L-carnitine, creatine, lipoic acid, and NAD The truth about nitric oxide: when it supports circulation and when it becomes a problem Why blood flow may be one of the most overlooked factors in chronic fatigue and long COVID recovery Guest: Dr. Luke Bucci is the Chief Scientific Officer of Juvenon, a clinical nutritionist, and a recognized leader in nutritional science with 37+ years in the dietary supplement industry working with Nobel Prize-winning scientists. He's also the recipient of the Science and Innovation Icon Award for his decades-long leadership and innovation in nutritional science and the dietary supplement industry. Discover your fatigue score and the root causes keeping you stuck: https://myfatiguescore.com Free Fatigue Masterclass: https://www.energymdmethod.com/masterclass See real client results: https://energymdmethod.com/results Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Meet Luke Bucci, PhD 01:00 - Why Standard Labs Miss What's Happening Inside Your Cells 02:30 - What Mitochondria Actually Are 04:25 - What Happens When Mitochondria Don't Work Well 08:10 - Autophagy: How Your Body Takes Out the Trash 10:01 - Exercise, Isometrics and Mitochondrial Health 14:45 - Creatine: Not Just for Bodybuilders 17:10 - How Creatine Works in the Brain and Muscles 20:30 - CoQ10, L-Carnitine and Lipoic Acid for Energy 26:15 - Why Supplements Aren't Enough on Their Own 30:00 - Nitric Oxide, Blood Flow and Fatigue 34:10 - The Risks of Too Much Nitric Oxide 37:30 - Arginine Silicate and Polyphenols Explained 40:45 - Juvenon Products and Final Thoughts Connect with Dr. Luke Bucci: Juvenon Website: https://juvenon.com/ Subscribe to the EnergyMD Podcast for weekly conversations with leading experts on resolving ME/CFS and Long COVID by addressing the real root causes. . For more information about Evan and his program, Click Here.   Prefer to watch on Youtube? Click Here.   Please note that any information in this episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

    46 min
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Hosted by the best selling author & founder of the EnergyMD Method, Evan H. Hirsch, MD, the EnergyMD Podcast introduces thought leaders like Alex Howard, Dr. Amie Hornaman, Jodi Cohen, Evan Brand, Dr. Al Danenberg, Dr. Joan Rosenberg, Debora Wayne, Dr. Debi Silber, Dr. Madiha Saeed, Dr. Kasia Kines, Dr. Darin Ingels, JJ Virgin and others to help all those who struggle with low energy, fatigue and Long COVID, and are looking for practical and natural solutions that work. Learn more at https://www.energymdmethod.com

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  • Creator
    Evan H. Hirsch, MD
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    222
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright EnergyMD 2022
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