DeepSummary
In this episode of The Resetter podcast, Dr. Mindy Pelz interviews Dr. Sara Gottfried, a Harvard-trained medical doctor, about autoimmune conditions and the role of trauma in triggering them. They discuss how the immune system can become confused and start attacking the body's own tissues, leading to autoimmune diseases. Dr. Gottfried explains the three factors necessary for developing autoimmunity: genetic predisposition, leaky gut, and a trigger such as infection, pregnancy, or trauma.
They delve into the concept of trauma and how even small, accumulating traumas can overwhelm the body's "window of tolerance," leading to dysregulation. Dr. Gottfried emphasizes the importance of addressing root causes, including leaky gut and unresolved traumas, through techniques like elimination diets, breathwork, and psychedelics in a therapeutic setting.
The conversation also explores the impact of patriarchal culture on women's health, the importance of finding the right clinician who understands the power dynamic, and the value of self-care practices like tending and befriending. Dr. Gottfried shares her personal journey of healing her autoimmune markers through addressing trauma and lifestyle changes.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Autoimmune conditions are on the rise, and the immune system can become confused and attack the body's own tissues.
- Developing autoimmunity requires three factors: genetic predisposition, leaky gut, and a trigger (e.g., infection, pregnancy, trauma).
- Trauma, even small and accumulating traumas, can overwhelm the body's "window of tolerance" and lead to dysregulation and autoimmunity.
- Addressing root causes like leaky gut and unresolved traumas through techniques like elimination diets, breathwork, and therapeutic use of psychedelics can help heal autoimmune conditions.
- Patriarchal culture and the pace of life can dysregulate women's health, and self-care practices like tending and befriending are important for regulation.
- Finding the right clinician who understands the power dynamic and a collaborative approach is crucial for addressing autoimmune conditions holistically.
- Taking an N-of-1 approach and personalizing lifestyle and dietary changes is more effective than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
- Dr. Gottfried's personal journey of healing her autoimmune markers through addressing trauma and lifestyle changes adds credibility to her methods.
Top Episodes Quotes
- βSo the thing about psychedelics is that they are especially effective for those of us who tend to dissociate. And the dissociation pattern often stems from childhood. So you can look at this, you can look at your adverse childhood experiences. Score your a score.β by Sara Gottfried
- βCOVID definitely did. I mean, this is where conspiracy theory can kind of come in and make things a little more polarized, but sheltering in place, especially if your home wasn't a safe place. The infection itself, the vaccinations. We had a vast, uncontrolled medical experiment.β by Sara Gottfried
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The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy Pelz
Dr. Mindy Pelz
3/25/24
Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried shares joins us on this episode to share her groundbreaking work, particularly her latest book, "The Autoimmune Cure." Her insights into hormonal health have revolutionized how we approach wellness, and now she's applying that same pioneering spirit to the realm of autoimmune conditions. Whether you're grappling with an autoimmune diagnosis, seeking to resolve past traumas, or simply curious about a more holistic approach to health, this episode is for you.
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Sara Szal Gottfried MD is a physician, researcher, educator, mother, and seeker. She graduated from Harvard Medical School and MIT, and completed residency at UCSF, but is more likely to prescribe a CGM and personalized nutrition plan than the latest pharmaceutical. Dr. Gottfried is a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books about trauma, hormones, and health. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University, and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health. Her focus is on the interface of mental and physical health, N-of-1 trial design, personalized molecular profiling, use of wearables, and how to leverage these tools to improve health outcomes.
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