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What to Eat on Thanksgiving with MS (Without Guilt or Flare-Ups) (S8E7)

Thanksgiving is the biggest food holiday of the year and if you’re living with MS, that can trigger more than just cravings. It often comes with stress, second-guessing, and that dreaded question: “What can I eat without paying for it later?” Maybe you’re tempted to just say “screw it” and start fresh in January. But […]

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Wahls Protocol Practitioner Alene Brennan and family at a pumpkin patch in fall, smiling together among pumpkins and Halloween decorations representing MS holiday fatigue tips and healthy fall habits.

Everyone tells you to wait until January for a fresh start. “That’s when you’ll finally have the discipline, the willpower, the reset you need.” Wrong. For women with MS, waiting is the most expensive mistake you can make. Your body doesn’t pause just because the calendar says December. In this episode, I’ll show you why […]

Fall Fresh Start: How Small Habits Can Give You More Energy for the Holidays with MS (S8E1)

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Alene Brennan on a family vacation in Hawaii sharing MS diet travel tips from her 10-day trip

Vacations are for making memories, not worrying about your MS diet. Still, I get how important it is to stay consistent so you actually have the energy to enjoy your trip. That’s why I’m sharing the MS diet travel tips that helped me feel good on our 10-day family vacation to Hawaii. 👉 Listen to […]

MS Diet Travel Tips: What I Ate on My 10-Day Hawaii Trip (S7E9)

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A serene image of a mother taking a moment to rest, representing giving oneself permission to rest without guilt, especially for moms with Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  If you’ve always been the one who gets it done—the one who wakes up early, stays up late, checks the boxes, and holds it all together, Mother’s Day can bring up more than just flowers and cards. And if you’re now navigating motherhood with MS? There’s a good chance today feels heavy. Because […]

Permission to Rest (Without the Guilt): A Mother’s Day Message for Moms with MS (S7E7)

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A person looking confidently forward, with vague, questioning figures in the background, symbolizing releasing the pressure to explain your Multiple Sclerosis healing journey to others.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Living with MS is hard enough—explaining your healing shouldn’t be. If you’re managing a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis (MS), you already know how exhausting it can be. But sometimes, it’s not just the physical symptoms that wear you down—it’s the judgment, opinions, and misunderstandings from people who don’t see what you’re carrying. […]

“Let Them”: Releasing the Pressure to Explain Your Healing with MS (S7E4)

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A person consistently adding healthy ingredients to a bowl, representing 5 steps to staying consistent on the Wahls Protocol for Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Is there something you know you should be doing to improve your health, but you just can’t seem to stick with it? If you’re living with MS, that something might be the Wahls Protocol. You know it works. You’ve heard the science. But making it fit into your real life feels impossible. It […]

5 Steps to Being Consistent on the Wahls Protocol (S3E3)

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A stack of colorful candies with a question mark overlay, symbolizing common questions about sugar cravings and offering answers for managing them, especially with Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  How to Manage Sugar Cravings and MS Without Feeling Deprived Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) brings a long list of daily challenges, and for many, sugar cravings rank near the top. Whether it’s Halloween candy calling your name or the urge to reach for something sweet at the end of a long, exhausting […]

How to Manage Sugar Cravings with MS Without Feeling Deprived (S6E3)

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Alene Brennan celebrating the first anniversary of My MS Podcast, surrounded by festive elements like confetti, symbolizing the journey and growth of the podcast community.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  It’s official, My MS Podcast is celebrating its one-year anniversary. This milestone marks not just 60 episodes, 8,000 downloads, and listeners in over 30 countries, but also a deeply personal journey through one of the hardest and most rewarding seasons of my life. In today’s post, I’m reflecting on the lessons I’ve learned […]

My MS Podcast Turns One: Lessons from a Year of Grace, Growth, and Real Talk (S6E1)

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Moving boxes and a person looking overwhelmed but with a plan, representing strategies for managing a summer move or daunting projects with Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  My family and I have been looking forward to moving for years. This summer, that dream is finally becoming a reality. But as exciting as that sounds, let’s be real. Moving in the middle of summer is intense. Add living with Multiple Sclerosis into the mix, and you have a whole new level […]

Managing a Summer Move with MS: Strategies That Help (S5E9)

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A glass of water with fruit slices and a bowl of hydrating fruits, symbolizing ways to improve hydration for Multiple Sclerosis without solely relying on drinking water.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  What if I told you there’s something simple you can do every day that supports cognitive function, boosts energy, improves digestion, and even slows aging? And what if it was free, accessible, and immediately available to you? That something is water. Hydration is one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools you have […]

How to Improve Hydration and Pee Less (S5E4)

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Alene Brennan at a vibrant farmers market stall, showcasing top picks for the Wahls Protocol diet and Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Feeling Overwhelmed at the Farmers Market on the Wahls Protocol®? Here’s Your Simple Game Plan If the idea of strolling through a farmers market with a bag full of leafy greens, colorful veggies, and a bouquet of fresh flowers sounds dreamy, but the reality feels more like decision fatigue and kitchen overwhelm, you’re […]

How to Shop the Farmers Market on the Wahls Protocol® Without Feeling Overwhelmed (S5E2)

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A cracked egg with a red "X" over it, visually representing why eggs are restricted on the Wahls Protocol diet for Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  Eggs are one of the most convenient and versatile sources of protein. From scrambled eggs to omelets, they are a breakfast staple and often a go-to for those following a clean diet. But if you’re following the Wahls Protocol to manage multiple sclerosis, you may have noticed that eggs are restricted. Why? As […]

Why Are Eggs Restricted on the Wahls Protocol? (S4E10)

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