Ep. 30 - Dorian

Hello Hello! I’m Jess (insta: jess_and_elda) and this is Patient POV! Visit patientpov.ca for episodes, updates, resources, blog, and freebies!! Somedays is a period pain relief company that I have absolutely fell in love with!! For a 15% off discount code go to: https://somedays.com/JESS_AND_ELDA or use JESS_AND_ELDA at check out! Today we chatted with Dorian (insta: summit__health) who is a functional medicine practitioner trained as a nutritionist and has autoimmune conditions himself!! He has a facebook group which he provides longer videos (see his instagram for more information) as well as works 1:1 with clients from around the world (DM him if you want to work with him)!! Notes: What he does! Solutions covered as a nutritionist including various facets covered like nutrition, sleep, stress management and exercise. Nutrition tweaks and common issues Benefits of exercise for chronic illness - Explains how exercise can help adapt the body positively by increasing strength and improving immune system balance. Physiological mechanisms of chronic illness - Describes how chronic stress leads to cortisol resistance and immune system deregulation as an emergency response. Exercise for Chronic Illnesses - Discussion on the benefits of strength training over cardio for chronic conditions. Gut Microbiome and Chronic Inflammation - Explanation of how gut microbiome and poor function can lead to immune stimulation and chronic conditions. Improving Gut Function and Microbiome - Discussion on interventions like improving nervous system function, supplementation, and lifestyle habits to support the gut.