🎙️EP 4: My MS Healing Journey: Post-Pregnancy, Detoxing, and Natural Solutions (Multiple Sclerosis)

In this episode of My Life with MS, I open up about my deeply personal journey of managing multiple sclerosis after pregnancy. From experiencing post-pregnancy flares to finding a path to healing through detoxing and natural solutions, I share how I’ve been navigating life with MS without traditional treatments.

After giving birth, the joys and challenges of life with a newborn took center stage. Thankfully, by the time my baby was three months old, he started sleeping through the night, which gave me the chance to refocus on my health. But during that time, I received MRI results that showed concerning progression—three active lesions and signs of inflammation. That news hit hard and became a turning point for me to take charge of my health in a new way.

I talk about my decision to pause Ocrevus treatment, despite my neurologist’s recommendations, and focus on identifying the root causes of inflammation in my body. Through prayer and resources like Dr. Josh Axe’s Eat Dirt, I started exploring how diet, lifestyle, and detoxing could play a role in managing MS.

Key milestones in my healing journey included:
Discovering and addressing food intolerances, such as gluten, dairy, and wheat.
Developing a supplement regimen, including high-dose vitamin D + K2, omega-3, and other vitamins.
Removing metal dental work, including mercury fillings and retainers, to reduce inflammation.
Undergoing a heavy metal detox using zeolite and a parasite cleanse as additional steps in my journey.
I also share my experience with a 21-day bone broth protocol to heal my gut, which gave me more energy, reduced my inflammation, and left me feeling empowered and in control of my health.

This episode is a reminder that we have to advocate for ourselves and explore solutions that align with our personal convictions and medical guidance. While I’m not providing medical advice, my hope is that my story inspires you to seek out what works best for you.

Stay tuned for the next episode, where I’ll dive into how fasting completely transformed my health and contributed to even more positive changes in managing MS.

Please remember to consult your healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or diet.

Key Takeaways:
Post-Pregnancy Challenges: I share my experience with post-pregnancy MS flares, including severe brain fog, optic neuritis, and numbness.
Taking Charge of My Health: After deciding to stop Ocrevus, I turned to natural solutions to reduce inflammation.
Food Intolerances: A food intolerance test revealed sensitivities to gluten, dairy, and wheat, which led me to make significant dietary changes.
Detoxing: Removing metal dental work, conducting heavy metal detoxes, and doing a parasite cleanse were pivotal steps in my journey.
Gut Health: Following a 21-day bone broth protocol played a critical role in healing my gut and improving my overall well-being.
Faith and Advocacy: I emphasize how prayer, self-advocacy, and making informed decisions have been essential in my health journey.
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome and Disclaimer
I introduce the episode and remind listeners to consult their healthcare provider for medical advice.

01:00 – Navigating the Newborn Stage
I talk about the joys and challenges of early motherhood and regaining sleep.

02:30 – MRI Results and MS Progression
I share the news of my post-pregnancy MRI findings and the signs of inflammation.

04:00 – Opting Out of Treatment
I discuss my decision to stop Ocrevus and explore natural solutions.

05:30 – Exploring Diet and Gut Health
How I discovered food intolerances and the importance of gut health in managing MS.

07:00 – Removing Metal Dental Work
The connection I found between dental metals and inflammation.

09:00 – Heavy Metal and Parasite Detox
Steps I took to detox using zeolite and a parasite cleanse.

11:30 – 21-Day Bone Broth Protocol
How incorporating bone broth into my diet helped me heal and feel energized.

13:30 – Lessons Learned and Hope for the Future
I reflect on my progress and share a teaser for the next episode about fasting.

Resources:
Parasites & MS Patients – Alan McDonald

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