Episode 106: Inflammation, Autoimmune Disease, Breast Implant Illness and Healing Your Body with Dr. Will Cole

Today, Dr. Robert Whitfield speaks with Dr. Will Cole, a functional medicine expert, to discuss the intricate issues surrounding breast implant illness and chronic inflammatory conditions. Dr. Cole explores how inflammation, gut health, and nutrition play a role in chronic diseases and stresses the importance of getting enough protein and tackling autoimmune conditions. They also touch on the crucial role of mental and emotional health, sharing some practical tips for managing stress and making smart dietary choices. Tune in! Connect with Dr. Cole Website Dr. Cole’s Books from his Website Dr. Cole’s Supplements Facebook Social Media - @drwillcole Show Highlights: Gut Health and Inflammation Discussion (00:01:46) Importance of gut health in relation to inflammation and chronic symptoms Rising Autoimmune Conditions (00:13:07) The increasing prevalence of autoimmune diseases and their complexities Understanding Trauma's Impact (00:22:02) Addressing unresolved trauma in patients undergoing explant surgery Mind-Body Connection in Healing (00:32:49) Emphasizing the need to heal the relationship with food and body for overall health Elimination Diets Explained (00:33:49) Elimination diets in identifying food sensitivities and healing the gut Sleep and Recovery (00:36:02) Prioritizing sleep and meal timing to enhance recovery and resilience Simple Steps for Self-Care (00:39:03) Self-care habits to improve personal health Links and Resources Let’s Connect Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/breast-implant-illness/id1678143554 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1SPDripbluZKYsC0rwrBdb?si=23ea2cd9f6734667 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drrobertwhitfield?_t=8oQyjO25X5i&_r=1 IG: https://www.instagram.com/breastimplantillnessexpert/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertWhitfield Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-whitfield-md-50775b10/ X: https://x.com/rob_whitfieldmd Read this article - https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/surgery/breast-reconstruction/types/implant-reconstruction/illness/breast-implant-illness Shop: https://drrobssolutions.com SHARP: https://www.harp.health NVISN Labs - https://nvisnlabs.com/ Get access to Dr. Rob's Favorite Products below: Danger Coffee - Use our link for mold free coffee - https://dangercoffee.com/pages/mold-free-coffee?ref=ztvhyjg JASPR Air Purifier - Use code DRROB for the Jaspr Air Purifier - https://jaspr.co/ Echo Water - Get high quality water with our code DRROB10 - https://echowater.com/ BallancerPro - Use code DRROBVIP for the world's leader in lymphatic drainage technology - https://ballancerpro.com Ultrahuman - Use code WHITFIELD10 for the most accurate wearable - https://www.ultrahuman.com/ring/buy/us/?affiliateCode=drwhitfield