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EPISODE · Jun 13, 2025 · 1H 6M

How Changing My Diet Reversed What Doctors Said Was Permanent w/ Vlad Rangotchev

from Spandex & Wine · host Robin Hackney

Ever wonder if what doctors call "permanent" damage could actually be reversed? Meet Vlad Rangotchev, whose journey from stroke victim to vibrant health defies medical explanation and challenges everything we think we know about nutrition.When Vlad suffered a stroke while teaching yoga in 2012, doctors discovered not only brain damage but also a pituitary tumor and multiple autoimmune conditions. His thyroid antibodies were literally off the charts – so high the testing equipment couldn't measure them. Despite following a vegetarian diet for over 15 years, his health was deteriorating rapidly. Panic attacks lasting hours plagued him, and he was told he'd need insulin soon.What happened next is nothing short of remarkable. Through radical dietary experimentation, Vlad discovered that shifting away from his plant-based diet toward animal-based nutrition triggered profound healing. He methodically transitioned from vegetarian to paleo, then keto, and finally a carnivore diet. With each change, his health markers improved dramatically.The most astonishing part? Years later, brain scans showed his "permanent" brain damage and pituitary tumor had completely disappeared. His vision restored itself. His thyroid function normalized. Conditions deemed irreversible by modern medicine had somehow reversed themselves without surgical intervention.Vlad's story highlights the overlooked impact of oxalates – compounds found in many "healthy" plant foods – and their potential role in autoimmune conditions. While most of us know about gluten sensitivity, few realize oxalates might trigger even more significant issues for many people.Today, Vlad channels his health transformation into creating a healthy chocolate product and preparing for his move to Spain. His journey reminds us that sometimes our greatest breakthroughs come not from adding more to our lives, but from being brave enough to let something go.Have you experienced unexpected health improvements from dietary changes? What foods might you need to question in your own journey? Sometimes our most profound healing begins with being willing to challenge what we think we already know.Support the showThanks so much for listening! Get all the info here: LinkTreeInstagram & Facebook: @spandexandwineWeb Site: www.spandexandwine.com

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