Autoimmune Disease, GLP-1 Medications, and Inflammation: What We Know So Far

Autoimmune Disease, GLP-1 Medications, and Inflammation: What We Know So Far

In this episode, Amanda Jones breaks down the emerging conversation around GLP‑1 medications and autoimmune disease, emphasizing that GLP‑1s are not a cure for autoimmune conditions but may influence symptoms. She explains what autoimmune disease is, why different autoimmune illnesses behave differently, and why disease‑specific treatment from a specialist remains essential. Amanda outlines how metabolic factors—like insulin resistance, visceral fat, blood sugar swings, sleep, stress, and nutrient status—can amplify inflammation and make autoimmune symptoms worse. The episode reviews how GLP‑1 receptor agonists work, how they can improve insulin sensitivity, reduce appetite and weight, and potentially have anti‑inflammatory effects, while noting these benefits are often indirect and not a replacement for immunomodulatory therapies. Practical safety points covered include GI side effects, effects on medication absorption, the importance of adequate protein and nutrients, preserving muscle with resistance exercise, monitoring labs, and coordinating care with your specialist. Key takeaway: consider whether metabolic drivers are raising your inflammatory burden and discuss thoughtful, individualized care with your healthcare team rather than expecting GLP‑1s to be a universal autoimmune treatment.

When Your Gut Talks to Your Brain Re-release: The Real Gut–Brain Connection

https://us.fullscript.com/s/amoss1554233494/shop/collections/Q29sbGVjdGlvbi0xNjk1OTY= This episode explains how your gut and brain are in constant two-way communication and why digestive symptoms and mental symptoms often occur together. If you’ve experienced anxiety, depression, fogginess, or poor focus alongside bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or heartburn, those issues can be linked biologically. We cover the main ways the gut and brain talk: the vagus nerve, immune signaling from gut inflammation, and chemical messengers like neurotransmitters and hormones. About 90% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, and gut bacteria help regulate serotonin, dopamine, and GABA—so gut inflammation can disrupt mood, motivation, and calmness. The episode discusses how slowed digestion or diarrhea can lead to toxin reabsorption or poor nutrient uptake, both of which affect the brain. It also introduces a practical 5R framework for gut healing: Remove irritants and pathogenic overgrowths; Replace missing digestive support (acid, enzymes, bile); Re-inoculate with appropriate probiotics or fermented foods; Repair the gut lining and barrier; and Rebalance through sleep, stress management, and improving vagal tone. Practical tools and supplements discussed include magnesium blends for nervous system and bowel support, botanical antimicrobials for biofilms and overgrowth, Mimosa pudica for elimination support, targeted probiotics and Saccharomyces boulardii (useful around antibiotics), and curcumin for gut inflammation. Food-based probiotics (yogurt, kefir, kimchi) and strain rotation are also recommended approaches. Ultimately, the take-home is that gut and brain are partners: treating one can support the other, but the best results come from addressing both physiology (digestion, inflammation, metabolism) and nervous-system factors (sleep, stress, therapy) together.

Dr. Audrey Lamberson: Breathe Better, Think Clearer with NRT

In this episode Amanda Jones welcomes Dr. Audrey Lamberson, a physical therapist with over a decade of experience, to discuss nasal release technique (NRT) and whole-body physical therapy. They cover how NRT is performed, why it can open airways, improve lymph and cerebrospinal drainage, and reduce headaches and brain fog. The conversation also explores the connection between breathing, pelvic floor function, and core activation, with real patient examples of dramatic improvements after combined treatments like tongue-tie release, breathing retraining, and nasal release. Audrey and Amanda talk about the emotional and trauma-related releases that can occur during treatment, practical insurance and access challenges patients face, and how physical therapists can combine specialties to treat the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. For listeners who want to learn more or book care, Audrey directs people to Rehab Visions (Canyon and Dumas locations) and recommends calling the clinic or visiting their website to request appointments or ask about coverage and treatment options.

Stop Waiting for Perfect: Find Your Minimum Effective Dose for Health

In this mini episode Amanda Jones explains why waiting for the perfect moment keeps us stuck and introduces the idea of the "minimum effective dose" for health — the smallest realistic action that still produces meaningful benefit. She shares practical examples across protein, movement, meal planning, hydration, sleep, and stress, and contrasts momentum with motivation. Amanda gives concrete, doable suggestions like a protein shake for breakfast, a 10-minute walk, filling a water bottle before lunch, or shifting your wind-down time by 15–30 minutes. The goal is to keep habits alive so you can tap the brakes instead of hitting a full stop. She challenges listeners to pick one category for the week and choose a simple, repeatable action that fits real life instead of chasing an ideal. The episode is a quick, encouraging reminder that consistency comes from small, sustainable steps.

Shelly Moss, LCSW on ADHD: Why Focus, Motivation, and Follow-Through Feel So Hard

In this two-part episode of the Elevated Health Podcast, host Amanda interviews her mom, Shelly Moss, a counselor, about ADHD in adults with a special focus on how it presents in women. They discuss why girls are often overlooked in childhood, how ADHD can be mistaken for anxiety or depression, and why many adults are only diagnosed later in life. The conversation covers practical, everyday strategies for managing executive function challenges: scaffolding tasks, chunking large projects, using calendars and point-of-action reminders (like location-based alerts), timers, mirroring, and study techniques that combine visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning. They also explore sleep issues, the effects of caffeine, mindfulness tools (including progressive muscle relaxation and the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding exercise), and the role of rest—mental, sensory, and emotional—in reducing overwhelm. Relationship tips highlight communication, kindness, and concrete systems to avoid resentment. The episode reviews supplemental and medical supports: magnesium forms, NAD plus methylene blue for cognitive endurance, omega-3s, stimulant medications (Adderall, Vyvanse, Ritalin) and non-stimulant options, emphasizing individualized care and working with a clinician. Listeners are encouraged to try a few manageable tools at a time, be gentle with themselves, and seek tailored help when needed.