Hidden Inflammation: The Root Cause Nobody Talks About

Timestamps : 00:21 - Introduction & Meet Elizabeth Yarnell01:20 - Does Everyone Have Inflammation?03:12 - Systemic vs. Localized Inflammation Explained04:54 - Signs of Hidden Inflammation in the Body06:56 - Obesity, Inflammation & Breaking the Stigma07:27 - Dr. Fasano's Discovery: The Root of Autoimmune Disease14:06 - What's Really Causing Leaky Gut?16:16 - Hidden Poisons in Everyday Foods18:13 - How to Stay Ahead as a Consumer20:33 - Organic vs. Non-Organic: What Actually Matters25:38 - Lessons from Italy: Food, Culture & Longevity28:05 - Stress, Emotional Inflammation & Fight-or-Flight Living29:56 - A Day in the Life: Managing Autoimmune Disease33:26 - Healing Her Son Through Food Sensitivity Testing35:12 - The History Behind America's Medical System38:47 - Elizabeth's Books, Quiz & Podcast ResourcesIn this episode, host Jenn Payeur sits down with naturopath, certified food sensitivity therapist (CLT), and TEDx speaker Elizabeth Yarnell to unpack the hidden, systemic inflammation that quietly drives most chronic illness — and why most people don't even know they have it.Elizabeth breaks down the three-factor framework (from Dr. Alessio Fasano's celiac research) behind nearly every autoimmune and inflammatory condition: an external trigger, genetic predisposition, and leaky gut. They dig into how "hidden" inflammation shows up differently for everyone — as headaches, brain fog, joint pain, digestive issues, and more — and why obesity and many chronic conditions are increasingly understood as inflammatory, not moral or willpower failures.The conversation also covers:Why food sensitivity reactions can take up to 4 days to show symptomsThe truth behind "natural flavors," citric acid, and other misleading label termsHow US food regulation compares to Europe's stricter ingredient standardsPractical, budget-friendly tips for eating cleaner (including the Clean 15 / Dirty Dozen)How diet transformed Elizabeth's own multiple sclerosis journey and her son's healthThe historical roots of America's pharmaceutical-first medical system (Rockefeller, Carnegie, and the Flexner Report)Why most medical research has historically excluded womenElizabeth also shares where to take her free inflammation quiz, explore her cookbook Glorious One Pot Meals, and tune into her podcast, The Inflammation Investigator.Resources mentioned:Inflammation Quiz: inflammationinvestigator.comCookbook: Glorious One Pot MealsPodcast: The Inflammation Investigator#Inflammation #ChronicInflammation #GutHealth #LeakyGut #AutoimmuneDisease #FoodSensitivity #HolisticHealth #FunctionalMedicine #AntiInflammatoryDiet #CleanEating #WholeFoods #WomensHealth #HealthPodcast #Naturopath #NaturalHealing—Listen to The Wellness Sherpa here and anywhere from one of these popular apps:Apple Podcasts:- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-sherpa/id1734332235Spotify: - https://open.spotify.com/show/3BVxQTTvraInTvn6iiSkl7?si=fd8a63272cdf496cGoogle PodcastsPlease subscribe, rate, and review - thank you!—I'm Jennifer Payeur, the host of The Wellness Sherpa as well as the CEO and Founder of Nature Provides. I was diagnosed with cancer in 2015 which brought me the gift of deeply reconnecting with myself and nature, re-discovering the healing power of plants. In 2017, I left my 29 year career in financial services to become a teacher and mentor, traveling around the world to educate others on the inherent healing properties found in nature.Once 2019 came around, I started Nature Provides, whose mission is to transform health and well-being through organic plant-based herbs and essential oils. By collaborating with nature, we can create a healthy thriving world and a sustainable earth.Welcome to the Wellness Sherpa podcast, where we engage with passionate leaders, holistic thinkers and disruptors who courageously share their personal journey, mission and wisdom with you. Together, we create a safe space to empower YOU to live your best, most vital life.Visit https://nature-provides.com/ now and learn more about me and my mission to assist healing people while creating a healthy, sustainable planet.Connect with Jennifer Payeur on these platforms:Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.juddobrien/Instagram:- https://www.instagram.com/jenpayeur/?hl=enLinkedIN:- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-payeur-5a1163375/DISCLAIMER: All the information and advice presented in this podcast is only for educational purposes. It is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, heal, or prevent any health condition. Go to a professional physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions related to a disease or medical condition before performing any type of exercise, supplement, diet, or other action featured in this podcast. This podcast should not replace what your doctor or health care practitioner tells you.