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

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

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 […]

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I created this online home to be a source of chronic inspiration and practical strategies for living with MS. Whether you're new to the community or a seasoned veteran, I invite you to join me on this journey of healing and personal growth. So grab a cup of tea, kick off your shoes, and make yourself at home. I hope you enjoy your time and become a regular around here!"

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Empowered to Heal. Inspired to Live.

You’re scared, I know.  You’ve known something was off for a while, but now you have the answer. It’s the answer you never wanted.  You have MS.  You’re wondering… what is MS?!? Isn’t that what people have that end up in a wheelchair?  Are YOU going to end up in a wheelchair?  All the “what […]

Letter to My Newly Diagnosed Self

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Celebrating 1 Year of My MS Podcast

It’s hard to believe, but My MS Podcast has officially turned one year old! As I sit down to write this blog post, I’m filled with a mix of emotions – pride, gratitude, and a sense of accomplishment. This past year has been a journey of growth, both for the podcast and for me personally. […]

Celebrating One Year of My MS Podcast

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Festive holiday decorations, representing a special holiday message of gratitude, rest, and community from My MS Podcast.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  As we wrap up the year, I wanted to take a moment to share a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you who has been a part of this journey through My MS Podcast. Whether you’ve been listening since the beginning or just recently found the show, your presence here […]

A Heartfelt Holiday Message to the MS Community (Special Holiday Message)

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A glass of alcohol with a "yes" or "no" choice, representing the decision to sip or skip alcohol with Multiple Sclerosis during the holidays.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  The holiday season often comes with clinking glasses and festive toasts. But if you’re living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), the decision to sip or skip that holiday cocktail might feel a bit more complicated. I’ll be the first to say, when I was newly diagnosed, I wasn’t thinking about alcohol. My focus went […]

Alcohol and MS: To Sip or Skip This Holiday Season? (S2E8)

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Portrait of Dr. Terry Wahls, indicating an interview and update on the Wahls Protocol research for Multiple Sclerosis.

Apple Podcasts | Spotify  When I was first diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2016, one of the first books I reached for was The Wahls Protocol by Dr. Terry Wahls. Her personal story of reversing symptoms from Secondary Progressive MS using food and lifestyle changes gave me hope when I needed it most. Since then, her work […]

New Research on the Wahls Protocol and MS: A Conversation with Dr. Terry Wahls (S2E6)

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Wahls Protocol Research Update: Interview with Dr. Terry Wahls and Alene Brennan

When I was first diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2016, one of the first books that I read was The Wahls Protocol. In it, Dr. Terry Wahls, shares her journey living with multiple sclerosis and how she used diet and lifestyle to reverse her symptoms of Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis. Today she has an update for […]

Wahls Protocol Research Update

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An individual standing strong with arms outstretched towards a sunrise, embodying finding personal strength and hope through an anthem for healing with Multiple Sclerosis.

When I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2016, my thoughts were all over the place. I worried about every decision I made regarding treatment. I worried about the future and whether the worst-case scenarios would come true. And I worried day and night. Of course, all that worrying did not make things better. It […]

Finding Strength Through MS: My Personal Anthem for Healing (S1E17)

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A pile of money and medical bills, representing the financial challenges of living with Multiple Sclerosis and tips for managing healthcare costs.

Let’s face it, managing finances or following a budget isn’t easy or enjoyable. But when the frequent and often unexpected medical expenses of a chronic illness start piling up, it quickly becomes clear that something needs to change. From co-pays and lab tests to MRIs and sky-high medication costs, the financial burden of living with […]

Managing the Cost of Multiple Sclerosis (S1E14)

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A vibrant image of someone reaching towards a bright future, symbolizing the guiding principles for thriving and finding hope despite a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis.

We all wish we had that one person when we were first diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. The one who understood exactly what we were feeling. Someone who could offer real-life advice, not just the clinical version you get from your doctor. When I was newly diagnosed, I searched everywhere for her. But no one showed […]

3 Guiding Principles to Thriving with Multiple Sclerosis (S1E7)

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Resources Blog & Videos Welcome to a chronicle of chronic inspiration. Here you’ll find insider access to all of the strategies + support to keep you nourished, motivated, and empowered. Check it out Podcast Consider co-hosts Shanna and Alene your new autoimmune besties. Each week they share their personal stories, expert tips on what to […]

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  The decision can be overwhelming and confusing. Let’s dive into how to simplify the process so you can start taking action and getting results. Okay, so you want to manage your symptoms through diet and lifestyle but you don’t know which protocol to follow, right? The more research you do, the more confused you […]

Which is the right diet to follow for autoimmune disease?

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