Becoming Immune Confident Kara Wada, MD

Are you struggling with inflammation-related health issues, feeling fatigued, or looking for a science-backed, expert-led approach to an anti-inflammatory lifestyle?

In this episode, Dr. Kara Wada and Jenifer Tharani explore the scientific connection between nutrition and immune function. They share insights from recent research and their experiences working with clients, highlighting practical strategies to optimize gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve overall well-being. Additionally, they introduce their upcoming "Becoming Immune Confident Jumpstart" group program, designed to guide women in reclaiming their vibrant selves through a comprehensive, science-supported approach.

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your health and unlock your vibrant potential!

Enroll in the "Becoming Immune Confident Jumpstart" program today at www.immuneconfident.com.  Enrollment closes on April 19!

EPISODE IN A GLANCE-The connection between the gut, skin, and respiratory tract in regulating immune function-Factors that impact gut permeability and strategies to optimize gut health-Recent research on localized allergic immune responses in the gut and their impact on food sensitivities.-Translating the science of nutrition into practical advice-A case study: Reframing restrictive mindsets, fueling exercise, and promoting a balanced approach-The importance of a holistic, "rainbow" approach to anti-inflammatory eating and lifestyle-An overview of the "Becoming Immune Confident Jumpstart" program

ABOUT JENIFER THARANIRegistered dietitian and the daughter of a chronic illness warrior. She believes that eating healthy does not have to be boring, time-consuming, or expensive. She is extremely passionate about helping women with chronic illnesses adopt an anti-inflammatory, gut-healing eating pattern without unwarranted food eliminations.

CONNECT WITH JENInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/minimalist.autoimmunenutrition/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

CONNECT WITH DR WADA

Website → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/CrunchyAllergy TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@immuneconfident

 

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If you are looking for support and realize that 2024 is the year that you gain a deep understanding of your body, learn to trust your ability to navigate the uncertainties that come along with living with chronic inflammation and build a lifestyle that supports and nourishes your immune system...

APPLY HERE→ https://www.immuneconfident.com 

Are you struggling to find a way to eat that reduces inflammation, while still feeling satisfied and enjoying yourself?

In this episode, join board-certified allergist-immunologist, Dr. Kara Wada, and autoimmune dietician, Jenifer Tharani, as they dig into the science and art of anti-inflammatory meal planning. Through easy-to-follow tips and tricks, they'll show you how to incorporate foods that naturally combat inflammation into your everyday diet without sacrificing taste or convenience. You'll leave this episode feeling inspired and well-equipped to make healthy choices to reduce inflammation and improve your overall well-being.

Tired of feeling limited by inflammation? Listen to this latest episode and learn more.

If you're ready to ditch the fatigue, fog, and pain, and finally take control of your health, the BIC Jumpstart Program is your answer. Join the waitlist now at immuneconfident.com and embark on a journey toward a stronger, more vibrant you.

 

EPISODE IN A GLANCE

-The importance of fiber: balancing soluble and insoluble fiber for optimal gut health-Plant-based protein sources and their role in reducing inflammation-Omega-3s: why you should include oily fish and plant-based sources.-The art of meal planning and prepping: making it enjoyable and sustainable.-Quick recipe hacks: how to make your favorite dishes anti-inflammatory friendly-Invitation to Join the Becoming Immune Confident Jumpstart

ABOUT JENIFER THARANI

Registered dietitian and the daughter of a chronic illness warrior. She believes that eating healthy does not have to be boring, time-consuming, or expensive. She is extremely passionate about helping women with chronic illnesses adopt an anti-inflammatory, gut-healing eating pattern without unwarranted food eliminations.

CONNECT WITH JEN

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/minimalist.autoimmunenutrition/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADA

Quadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

 

CONNECT WITH DR WADA

Website → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/CrunchyAllergy TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@immuneconfident 

 

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER → https://www.drkarawada.com/newsletter 

Get Dr. Kara’s weekly dose of a naturally-minded and scientifically-grounded approach to immune system health.

 

JOIN THE BECOMING IMMUNE CONFIDENT JUMPSTART WAITLIST!

If you are looking for support and realize that 2024 is the year that you gain a deep understanding of your body, learn to trust your ability to navigate the uncertainties that come along with living with chronic inflammation and build a lifestyle that supports and nourishes your immune system...

 

GET ON THE WAITLIST HERE→ https://www.immuneconfident.com 

Are you struggling to identify which foods might be causing inflammation or other symptoms?

In this second episode of the 4-part Becoming Immune Confident mini-series, Dr. Kara Wada and Jenifer Tharani, the Autoimmune Dietitian, dive deep into the importance of food and symptom tracking. They discuss how keeping a detailed journal can help uncover hidden food triggers, provide awareness into your body's responses, and guide you toward an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. Discover why tracking isn't about strict elimination, but rather finding the right balance for your unique needs.

Listen to this episode and discover the value of food and symptom trascking with Dr. Kara Wada and Jenifer Tharani as they unlock the secrets to reclaiming your health and embracing immune confidence.

EPISODE IN A GLANCE

-The Importance of Food & Symptom Tracking-The value of Food and Symptom Tracking-Avoiding the pitfalls of strict elimination diets-The Evidence Provided by the Food & Symptom Journal-Kara's personal experience with food intolerances-Making food tracking sustainable long-term-Building anti-inflammatory meals through addition-Embracing Simplicity and Sustainability in Nutrition

ABOUT JENIFER THARANI

Registered dietitian and the daughter of a chronic illness warrior. She believes that eating healthy does not have to be boring, time-consuming, or expensive. She is extremely passionate about helping women with chronic illnesses adopt an anti-inflammatory, gut-healing eating pattern without unwarranted food eliminations.

CONNECT WITH JEN

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/minimalist.autoimmunenutrition/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADA

Quadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

CONNECT WITH DR WADA

Website → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/CrunchyAllergy TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@immuneconfident 

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER → https://www.drkarawada.com/newsletter 

Get Dr. Kara’s weekly dose of a naturally-minded and scientifically-grounded approach to immune system health.

JOIN THE BECOMING IMMUNE CONFIDENT JUMPSTART WAITLIST!

If you are looking for support and realize that 2024 is the year that you gain a deep understanding of your body, learn to trust your ability to navigate the uncertainties that come along with living with chronic inflammation and build a lifestyle that supports and nourishes your immune system...

GET ON THE WAITLIST HERE→ https://www.immuneconfident.com 

Are you struggling with an autoimmune condition, lost and unsure of how to regain control over your health?

In this episode, Dr. Kara Wada, a physician, and autoimmune patient, and Jenifer Tharani, an autoimmune nutritionist, candidly discuss their personal journeys toward regaining control over their health. Kara unveils her transformative path from feeling overwhelmed as a doctor-patient to embracing immune confidence, while Jenifer shares her compelling story of discovering her calling in autoimmune nutrition. Together, they explore the importance of self-discovery, the power of food and symptom tracking, and the pillars of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle.

Listen to this episode and discover the powerful journeys of Dr. Kara Wada and Jenifer as they unlock the secrets to reclaiming your health and embracing immune confidence.

EPISODE IN A GLANCE-Jenifer explains her passion for helping those with chronic pain and autoimmune illness-Dr. Wada shares her story of diagnosis and burnout, from perfectionism to Immune Confidence-Jenifer's Unique Approach to Autoimmune Nutrition-Looking Ahead: Empowering Your Immune Confidence

ABOUT JENIFER THARANIRegistered dietitian and the daughter of a chronic illness warrior. She believes that eating healthy does not have to be boring, time-consuming, or expensive. She is extremely passionate about helping women with chronic illnesses adopt an anti-inflammatory, gut-healing eating pattern without unwarranted food eliminations.

CONNECT WITH JENInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/minimalist.autoimmunenutrition/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

CONNECT WITH DR WADAWebsite → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KaraWadaMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/CrunchyAllergy TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@immuneconfident 

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER → https://www.drkarawada.com/newsletter Get Dr. Kara’s weekly dose of a naturally-minded and scientifically-grounded approach to immune system health.

JOIN THE BECOMING IMMUNE CONFIDENT JUMPSTART WAITLIST!

If you are looking for support and realize that 2024 is the year that you gain a deep understanding of your body, learn to trust your ability to navigate the uncertainties that come along with living with chronic inflammation and build a lifestyle that supports and nourishes your immune system...GET ON THE WAITLIST HERE→ https://www.immuneconfident.com 

What inspires someone to donate an organ, then do it again?

Meet Lindsay Gutierrez, a veteran, advocate, and incredible woman who turned selflessness into her life's mission. In this episode of the Becoming Immune Confident Podcast, Dr. Kara welcomes Lindsay Gutierrez, a veteran, social advocate, and living organ donor, to share her remarkable journey. From her early ambitions in special effects makeup to finding her purpose through service in the Air Force and beyond, Lindsay's story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and profound generosity. Join us as Lindsay discusses her work with veterans, her experience as a living organ donor, and her advocacy through beauty pageants, highlighting her life's mission: to be the change she wishes to see in the world.

Listen to this episode and discover the incredible power of organ donation. Get inspired by a story of courage, compassion, and the life-changing impact one person can make.

EPISODE IN A GLANCE00:00 Intro00:14 Meet Lindsay Gutierrez: Air Force Veteran and Social Advocate01:52 Lindsay's Transition from Military to Social Advocacy03:50 Beginning of Lindsay's Organ Donation Journey05:50 How do you become a Living Organ Donor?08:02 Differences in Recovery: Kidney vs. Liver Donation09:03 The Ripple Effect of Organ Donation14:09 Lindsay's Experience with PTSD and TBI Post-Deployment19:31 The Evolution of Patient Care and Advocacy23:19 Advocacy and Future Endeavors: Pageants and Beyond

ABOUT LINDSAY GUTIERREZ

Originally from Midwest City, OK, Lindsay Gutierrez dual resides in Nashville, Georgia and Fort Meade, Maryland with her active duty Air Force husband, Anthony, and many fur babies. She’s a veteran of the United States Air Force and works for the Department of Defense. It was through the military and outside experiences that Lindsay was able to find her calling as a social advocate. After she separated from the military in 2016, Lindsay first became involved in pageants to bring awareness to veteran needs and issues. Since then, Lindsay has held the titles of Ms. Veteran America, Ms. Georgia US Continental, Ms. Georgia American Women of Service, Ms. Georgia South, Mrs. Hahira Honeybee, Miss Georgia Military Star Honorary Veteran, Mrs. American Elegance. She is the reigning Ms. Nation’s Capital Achievement, and Lindsay will be competing for the title of Ms. Achievement USA in July 2024.

Lindsay attended undergrad at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee. She continued her graduate studies at the University of Oklahoma, receiving a master’s in Human Relations and Arizona State University with her master’s in Social Work. She is an active volunteer in her community and loves the outdoors. Furthermore, Lindsay is an ambassador for various living organ donor foundations. On 25 May 2022, Lindsay donated her kidney to a fellow veteran; on 30 April 2024 she’s scheduled to undergo liver donation surgery. Sharing her donation experiences not only brings awareness of the need for living donors, but helps to close the wait time gap for recipients on the transplant list so more lives can be saved. Her favorite quote to live by and encourage others with is “be the change you wish to see in the world.”

CONNECT WITH LINDSAY GUTIERREZInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/linds_gutierrez/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/msncausa2324 Dr World Productions → https://www.drworldproductions.com/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

CONNECT WITH DR WADAWebsite → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/ Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ 

Are you double-jointed, incredibly flexible, or experience joint pain differently from others?

Explore the world of joint hypermobility and discover why your body might work this way.

On the Becoming Immune Confident Podcast, Dr. Kara Wada welcomes Dr. Linda Bluestein, an integrative pain medicine expert specializing in hypermobility disorders. Dr. Bluestein's journey from ballet dancer to medical professional gives her a unique perspective on hypermobility. Learn about the different types of hypermobility, its causes, and how it can connect to other health concerns. Discover strategies to manage hypermobility-related symptoms and get the latest updates on cutting-edge research in the field.

Listen to this week's podcast and be enlightened by a rare blend of personal experience and medical expertise on joint hypermobility. If you, or someone you know, struggles with hypermobility-related pain or simply wants to understand their body better, this episode with Dr. Bluestein's insights is for you!

EPISODE IN A GLANCE

02:07 Dr. Bluestein's Journey: Ballet, hypermobility, and a passion for medicine.05:20 What is Hypermobility? Understanding joint flexibility beyond the norm.06:10 Types of Joint Hypermobility: Peripheral, localized, and generalized – what's the difference?07:01 Causes of Joint Hypermobility: Genetics, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), and other factors14:17 MENS PMMS: Dr. Bluestein's holistic approach to pain management22:51 Hypermobile EDS: How diagnosis goes beyond genes27:52 Future of Hypermobility Research: What's on the horizon?

ABOUT LINDA BLUESTEIN, MDDr. Linda Bluestein, M.D., is a board-certified anesthesiologist and integrative pain medicine physician, dedicated to alleviating the burden of hypermobility disorders. With a background in ballet, she brings a unique perspective to her practice.

As the founder and host of the popular podcast, "Bendy Bodies with the Hypermobility MD," Dr. Bluestein provides invaluable insights and support to individuals grappling with hypermobility disorders. Her expertise is widely recognized, evidenced by her contributions to key publications, including two chapters in the influential book, "Disjointed – Navigating the Diagnosis and Management of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders."

Dr. Bluestein serves on the Allergy and Immunology Working Group for the International Consortium on EDS and HSD, the Medical Advisory Board for Standing up to POTS, the Board of Directors for the Bridge Dance Project, the Resources Committee for the Dance Healthy Alliance of Canada, and is the Pain Management Committee Chair for the non-profit, EDS Research Foundation. She also serves on the Advisory Board for Doctors for Dancers.For more information about Dr. Bluestein's work, visit her website at www.hypermobilitymd.com.

CONNECT WITH LINDA BLUESTEIN, MDWebsite → http://www.BendyBodiesPodcast.com Website → https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bendy_bodies/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitymd/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/hypermobilityMD Twitter → https://twitter.com/BluesteinLinda TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@hypermobilitymd YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast 

LINDA BLUESTEIN'S ARTICLE 'Diagnosis of mast cell activation syndrome: a global "consensus-2"'→ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32324159/ 

ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.

CONNECT WITH DR WADAWebsite → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawada