What happens when the athlete’s body you’ve always relied on suddenly changes the rules?”

In today’s episode of Chronic Brew, we’re pulling up a chair with Tamie Gangloff—a therapist, educator, and author who navigates life with a unique "double-lens." Tamie joins us to share her powerful journey from competitive athlete to chronic illness patient, and her hard-won recovery from eating disorders, alcoholism, and mental health challenges.

We dive deep into the messy middle of healing, discussing:

• The Identity Shift: How to grieve your "former self" when chronic illness takes the lead.

• Rebuilding Body Trust: Making peace with a body that feels like it’s "glitching."

• The Wounded Healer: How lived experience transforms the way Tamie sits across from her clients.

• Redefining the Win: Why a "successful day" looks different when you're playing the long game of chronic recovery.

Whether you're in the thick of your own "wreckage" or looking for a spark of resilience, this conversation is the perfect brew of clinical expertise and raw human heart.

• Instagram: @authortamiegangloff
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamiegangloff/

• Website: TamieGangloff.com

• Resources & Books: Browse Tamie’s resilience-focused tools and recovery guides.

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What happens when a top-tier heart surgeon decides that "fixing the plumbing" isn't enough? In this episode of The Chronic, we sit down with Dr. Bilal Ahmed, an interventional and structural cardiologist and the co-founder/CSO of Lylah Health.

Dr. Ahmed pulls back the curtain on the "invisible" gaps in our healthcare system—from the 20-year window where preventative care fails to the "Wild West" of the supplement industry. We discuss his philosophy of "meeting patients in the middle," how he’s bringing clinical rigor to wellness, and why empathy is the most important tool in a surgeon’s kit.

Whether you’re navigating a complex diagnosis or looking for the truth behind health supplements, this "coffee table" conversation offers a rare, human look at the man behind the mask.

• The First Sip: A high-energy game of Sweet or Bitter where Bilal weighs in on everything from biohacking to 15-minute doctor appointments.

• The Structural Gap: Why the medical system is great at emergencies but often leaves chronic patients behind.

• The Supplement Solution: Why Bilal stepped out of the OR to build Lylah Health and how to spot "hard science" vs. marketing hype.

• The Espresso Shot: A 30-second jolt of honesty where we find out the "human" side of a world-class surgeon.

• Final Advice: Bilal’s one piece of truth for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their health journey.

Dr. Bilal Ahmed is a renowned interventional and structural cardiologist. Beyond the operating room, he is a dedicated entrepreneur and the Chief Scientific Officer of Lylah Health, a company focused on bringing transparency and evidence-based science to the supplement space. He is a vocal advocate for patient-centered care and medical empathy.

• Lylah Health: https://lylahhealth.com/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lylahhealth/

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Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Bilal Ahmed is a board-certified cardiologist, his appearance on this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship with the listener. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you heard on this program.

Conflict of Interest / Financial Disclosure: Dr. Bilal Ahmed is a Co-founder and the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of Lylah Health. This podcast is not a sponsored advertisement for Lylah Health; however, listeners should be aware of this professional affiliation when health supplements or specific wellness products are discussed.

How do you navigate a "perfect storm" of health challenges for over 50 years? Today, we are joined by Beverly Meyer, a Certified Clinical Nutritionist who has been a "medical detective" since the 1970s.

Managing her own diagnoses of Celiac, Hashimoto’s, and CVID, Beverly shares her unique perspective on using precision nutrition to handle complex conditions like CKD, MS, and POTS. We dive into the evolution of the Paleo diet, preventing illness progression, and the "no-nonsense" mindset required to stay persistent on the road to wellness.

• The 70s Medical Detective: Navigating chronic illness before the digital age.

• Paleo for Autoimmunity: Why ancestral nutrition is a powerful lever for inflammation.

• The Clinical Tightrope: Tailoring nutrition for the specific needs of CKD and POTS.

• Halting the "Snowball Effect": Using food to prevent the progression of illness.

• The Persistence Mindset: Moving from grief into high-agency research and action.

Please Note: The views and opinions expressed by Beverly Meyer are her own and represent her clinical experience and personal journey. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your physician or a qualified medical provider before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or treatment plan.

• Official Website: DietaryHack.com

• Podcast: Primal Diet – Modern Health

• Supplement Shop: On-Demand Clinical Resources

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• Instagram: @beverlymeyer_dietaryhack