Episode 100 - Dr. Terry Wahls - The Wahls Protocol: From Wheelchair to Recovery with Progressive MS

MEET THE GUEST Dr. Terry Wahls is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and clinical researcher focused on multiple sclerosis and chronic disease. After being confined to a wheelchair with secondary progressive MS, she developed a targeted diet and lifestyle protocol that helped her regain mobility and restore her health. She is the creator of The Wahls Protocol and a leading voice in using nutrition and lifestyle to support autoimmune recovery.WHAT WE TALK ABOUT Dr. Wahls’ journey from being wheelchair bound with multiple sclerosis to regaining mobility through diet and lifestyle changes.The role of mitochondrial dysfunction in chronic disease and disability progression.The foundation of The Wahls Protocol and how targeted nutrition supports brain and cellular health.Key dietary principles including nutrient dense vegetables and elimination strategies for autoimmune conditions.The connection between gut health, food sensitivities, and systemic inflammation.Research showing how diet and lifestyle interventions can improve fatigue and quality of life in MS.Environmental and lifestyle factors like toxins, infections, stress, and movement that influence disease progression and recovery.EPISODE RESOURCES  Paleo on the GoPrepared meals designed around paleo and autoimmune friendly principles, aligned with nutrient dense diets. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for $15 OFF first order. https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/paleoonthegoProlonFasting mimicking program designed to support cellular repair, metabolic health, and inflammation reduction. Use code THETRAILTOHEALTH for 20% OFF. https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/prolonQualia LifeTargeted formulas designed to support brain function, mitochondrial health, and cognitive performance. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 15% OFF. https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/QualiaLifeGreat Lakes WellnessCollagen peptides that support gut lining, connective tissue, and overall structural health.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/greatlakesgelatinClearlight SaunaInfrared sauna systems that support detoxification, circulation, and overall cellular recovery. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for $400-600 OFF.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/ClearlightSaunaLearn more about her clinical trials at: https://terrywahls.com/trials/Her courses can be found at: https://thewahlsacademy.thinkific.com/Newsletter sign up for research-backed information, interviews, special offers and more delivered to your inbox:https://terrywahls.com/email/CONNECT WITH THE GUESTWebsite: https://terrywahls.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drterrywahls/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TerryWahls/YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/terrywahlsmdKEYWORDS multiple sclerosis, Wahls Protocol, mitochondrial health, paleo diet, gut health, inflammation, detoxification