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Welcome to the BeeWellWithMS Podcast, hosted by Dr. Agne Straukiene, a full-time neurologist with a special interest in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our mission is to empower individuals living with MS,...
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Welcome to the BeeWellWithMS Podcast, hosted by Dr. Agne Straukiene, a full-time neurologist with a special interest in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our mission is to empower individuals living with MS, their families, and healthcare professionals with the latest knowledge, expert insights, and practical tools to enhance brain health and overall well-being.Through engaging conversations with leading experts, inspiring personal stories, and evidence-based lifestyle strategies, we explore a wide range of topics including MS management, new treatment guidelines, mental health, lifestyle optimization, and cutting-edge research. From understanding disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) to navigating pregnancy with MS or tackling smouldering MS, we aim to make the complex simple and accessible.Whether you’re looking for professional guidance, personal motivation, or a sense of community, the BeeWellWithMS Podcast is your trusted companion on the journey toward living well with MS. Join us as we bridge the gap between science and everyday life, fostering resilience, empowerment, and hope.🎧 Listen, learn, and thrive with BeeWellWithMS!
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BeewellwithMS podcast by Dr Agne Straukiene
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25 ABR. 2025 · In this episode of the 'Be Well with MS Podcast,' Dr. Agne Straukiene welcomes Frank Licari, an Emmy-nominated actor and producer renowned for his work with the Blue Man Group and PBS's 'Living Longer, Living Well.' Frank shares his inspiring journey from theater to producing health documentaries, and how his personal experiences, including his brother's battle with cancer, fueled his passion for promoting wellness. The conversation dives deep into the Mediterranean lifestyle, emphasizing diet, community, and lifestyle habits beneficial for mental and physical health, especially for those living with MS. Frank also reveals surprising insights about olive oil quality and the significant role of music and movement in enhancing neurological health and overall well-being.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
01:54 Frank Licari's Journey to Health Documentaries
05:17 Lessons from the Mediterranean Lifestyle
12:59 The Power of Storytelling in Health
19:06 Challenges and Solutions in Promoting Healthy Living
29:35 The Truth About Olive Oil
30:53 The Benefits of High-Quality Olive Oil
32:37 Incorporating Olive Oil into Your Diet
36:03 The Olive Oil Industry and Misconceptions
39:08 The Power of Music and Movement
50:25 Final Thoughts and Advice
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13 ABR. 2025 · Join Dr. Agnes Straukiene and her guest, Dr. Doriana, a family physician and founder of SmplyFit Wellness, as they dive deep into sustainable weight management specifically for women living with multiple sclerosis (MS) or other chronic conditions. Explore why traditional dieting often fails and learn how to work with your body instead of against it. Discover the importance of protein, fiber, and even the role of mindset in achieving your weight loss goals. This episode provides practical tips on developing a positive relationship with food, setting realistic goals, and managing MS symptoms through a balanced diet and consistent exercise. Perfect for those looking to take control of their health journey.
00:00 Welcome to BeewellwithMS Podcast
00:33 Introducing Dr. Doriana: Expert in Sustainable Weight Management
03:39 The Psychology of Weight Management
08:06 Challenges of Weight Management with Chronic Conditions
12:09 The Importance of Protein and Metabolism
16:35 Setting Goals and Finding Motivation
23:18 Non-Restrictive Eating and Intuitive Eating
31:17 Essential Nutrients for Better Energy Levels
36:42 Debunking Exercise Myths
37:36 Importance of Strength Training
39:32 Diet and Chronic Conditions
40:44 GLP-1 Medications: Pros and Cons
46:37 Intermittent Fasting Insights
54:15 Mindset and Weight Management
01:02:24 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Contact dr Doriana: https://smplyfitwellness.teachable.com/p/homehttps://www.instagram.com/drdoriana/?hl=en-gb
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26 MAR. 2025 · 🎉 Wait… how did that happen? 🐝
5 years ago I became a podcaster—accidentally. It started during COVID, when misinformation spread faster than the virus. I had to speak up. So I did. Loudly. Into a mic. And just like that, BeeWellWithMS was born. 🧠🎙️ Fast forward 5 years:
✅ Incredible guests
✅ Listeners around the globe
✅ And a voice that refuses to be quiet Thank you for buzzing along with me.
Here’s to 5 years of making noise that matters. 💛
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10 MAR. 2025 · Join us for a special episode of the BeeWellWithMS Podcast as we celebrate Brain Health Awareness Week! 🧠💡 Host Dr. Agne Straukiene sits down with MS warriors to share powerful stories of resilience, expert insights on brain health, and practical strategies to manage Multiple Sclerosis (MS). 🔬 What You'll Learn:
✔️ Messages of hope & encouragement from the MS community 💙
✔️ Understanding brain health in MS: Primary & secondary prevention 🧠
✔️ Lifestyle changes that support brain function & slow MS progression 🏃♀️🥦
✔️ How diet, supplements & neuroplasticity impact MS symptoms 🍎💊
✔️ The role of disease-modifying treatments (DMTs) in protecting brain health 💉
🔖 Episode Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to Brain Health Awareness Week
00:38 - Messages of Hope and Encouragement
02:54 - Understanding Brain Health and MS
03:55 - Lifestyle Changes for Brain Health
04:50 - Diet and Supplements for MS
11:12 - Exercise and Mental Well-being
15:11 - Real Stories from the MS Community
32:48 - Final Thoughts and Gratitude
🔔 Subscribe & Stay Empowered:
Get expert insights on MS management, brain health, and lifestyle medicine every week! Hit SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications 🔔 so you never miss an episode! 🌍 Join the Conversation:
💬 How do you support your brain health while living with MS? Drop a comment below!
📌 Learn More: http://www.beewellwithms.com
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5 MAR. 2025 · MS fatigue is more than just tiredness—it’s a crushing, invisible exhaustion that affects millions living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). In this powerful episode of BeeWellWithMS Podcast, Dr. Agne Straukiene shares a fictional yet realistic story of Dolores, a lawyer navigating life with MS fatigue.
💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ What is MS Fatigue? Why it happens & how it differs from normal tiredness
✅ Real-Life Challenges: The impact of fatigue on daily life, work, and mental health
✅ Expert Insights: How neurologists explain MS-related fatigue
✅ Fatigue Management Strategies: Energy conservation, medication, exercise & lifestyle changes
✅ How to Raise MS Awareness & Take Action
🎥 Watch now & step into the life of someone living with MS!
⏰ Episode Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction to MS Awareness
00:42 - Dolores' Story Begins
00:54 - The Onset of Symptoms
01:21 - Living with MS Fatigue
01:42 - Expert Insights from Dr. Agne
02:04 - Management Strategies for MS Fatigue
02:29 - Encouragement and Advocacy
02:52 - Conclusion: Keep Going
🔔 Subscribe for more expert insights on MS & brain health!
🌐 Learn More: www.beewellwithms.com
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28 FEB. 2025 · Transforming MS Management with Diet: The Power of Fasting Mimicking Diets in Multiple SclerosisCan nutrition play a key role in managing Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? In this episode of BeeWellWithMS Podcast, Dr. Agne Straukiene speaks with Dr. Ellen Fallows, a GP and lifestyle medicine expert, about how diet and lifestyle changes can help manage chronic diseases like MS.🧠 Topics Covered:
✅ How lifestyle medicine is transforming healthcare for chronic conditions
✅ The role of nutrition in MS management and autoimmune diseases
✅ The fasting mimicking diet (FMD) – science-backed benefits for MS and inflammation
✅ How dietary interventions can impact neurodegeneration and brain health
✅ Practical strategies to implement a fasting mimicking diet for MS💡 Can Fasting Help People with MS?
Dr. Fallows breaks down the scientific research behind fasting mimicking diets, their impact on the immune system, and how they may promote nerve protection (neuroprotection) and reduce MS progression. Learn real-world examples of how dietary changes are making a difference in autoimmune disease management.🔔 Subscribe to BeeWellWithMS for more insights on MS, nutrition, and holistic health!📌
Episode Chapters:00:00 - Introduction to BeeWellWithMS Podcast
01:18 - Meet Dr. Ellen Fallows: A Journey into Lifestyle Medicine
01:34 - The Role of GPs in Chronic Disease Management
02:21 - How Lifestyle Medicine is Transforming Healthcare
05:37 - Whole Person Health: A Holistic Approach to MS
10:21 - Practical Steps for Managing Chronic Diseases
24:14 - Fasting Mimicking Diets & Autoimmune Conditions
27:14 - The Science Behind Fasting Mimicking Diets & MS
43:35 - How to Implement Fasting Mimicking Diets in MS Management
47:19 - Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways
🌐 Learn More: https://www.spreaker.com/cms/shows/5762905/www.beewellwithms.com
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19 FEB. 2025 · Join Us for Brain Health Awareness Week: Share Your MS Story!
In this heartfelt episode, neurologist Dr. Agne Straukiene invites the BeeWellWithMS community to participate in Brain Health Awareness Week by sharing video messages for newly diagnosed Multiple Sclerosis patients. She encourages viewers to send clips containing their names, locations, and motivational strategies to help those navigating this chronic condition. These contributions will be featured in a special BeeWellWithMS podcast episode, aimed at providing support and transforming lives. Join us in creating a supportive and uplifting community!
Message your video to me on Linkedin or Instagram, or Facebook or Twitter ( X).
00:00 Introduction and Purpose
00:07 The Impact of MS Diagnosis
00:32 Brain Health Awareness Week Initiative
00:42 Call for Video Messages
01:32 Creating a Supportive Community
02:13 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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5. You waive any claims related to the use of your video, including privacy, publicity, and copyright claims.
If you are under 18, you must have a parent or guardian’s consent before submitting.
By submitting your video, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
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9 FEB. 2025 · Uncovering the Hidden Patterns in Multiple Sclerosis
Join Dr. Agne Straukiene in this BeeWellWithMS episode as she explores the fascinating patterns in multiple sclerosis (MS). Learn how recognizing these patterns, from brain structure impacts to different MS types, can help in managing the disease more effectively. Discover how MS affects the brain's cortical columns, the difference between relapses and smouldering progression, and how lifestyle choices like diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management play a crucial role in health. Understand how monitoring symptoms and signals proactively can guide better treatment decisions. Stay informed, proactive, and resilient in your MS journey.
00:00 Introduction to Hidden Patterns in MS
01:00 Understanding Brain Patterns
02:37 Impact of MS on Brain Structure
03:53 Storms and Smouldering Fires in MS
05:16 MS as a Railway System
06:20 Tending to Your Health Garden
07:32 Echoes of Past Damage and Future Predictions
08:32 Key Takeaways and Conclusion
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1 ENE. 2025 · Exploring Smouldering MS: Insights and Innovations with Prof. Gavin Giovannoni and Prof. Jeremy Hobart
This episode of 'BeeWellwithMS' features an exclusive session from a webinar in the Southwest of England, hosted by dr Agne Straukiene with guest speakers: Professor Gavin Giovannoni and Professor Jeremy Hobart. They delve into groundbreaking concepts like smouldering MS, brain neuroplasticity, and innovative approaches to MS care and treatment. The discussion highlights how smouldering MS impacts disability progression, explores gaps in MS services, and considers future advancements including new drugs and potential vaccines. Emphasising the importance of lifestyle changes, combined treatment approaches, and early diagnosis, this webinar offers in-depth insights into improving outcomes for those living with MS.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:29 Meet the Experts: Professor Gavin Giovannoni and Professor Jeremy Hobart
03:19 Understanding Smoldering MS
05:07 Mechanisms and Detection of Smoldering MS
08:53 Innovative Approaches to MS Care
20:41 Neuroplasticity and Brain Resilience
24:01 New Drug Developments for Smoldering MS
34:31 Addressing Gaps in MS Care
41:02 Future Directions in MS Research
46:06 Audience Q&A and Closing Remarks
55:02 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
If you would like to participate in Saw Index clinical study and share your knowledge living with Smouldering MS contact the Research team: saw@transformms.org
www.transformms.org/saw-research
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6 DIC. 2024 · Enhancing Brain Health and Reserve in MS with Dr. Stephen Krieger
In this episode of 'BeeWellwithMS,' host Dr. Agnes Straukiene discusses the importance of brain reserve in multiple sclerosis (MS) with special guest Prof. Stephen Krieger, a neurologist and professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Topics include the innovative topographical model of MS, the concept of brain reserve, and how lifestyle choices like diet, exercise, and sleep can help protect and enhance brain health. Dr. Krieger also emphasises the importance of disease-modifying therapies, self-advocacy during medical consultations, and the ongoing advancements in MS care and research. The episode aims to empower listeners to take charge of their brain health and utilise practical strategies to manage MS effectively.
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement
01:14 Meeting Professor Krieger
02:20 Understanding Brain Reserve
05:34 Analogies to Explain Brain Reserve
10:16 Scientific Insights on Brain Reserve
20:57 The Topographical Model of MS
28:21 Evaluating Brain Reserve in Clinical Settings
34:07 Impact of Disease Modifying Therapies
38:13 Holistic Approach to Disease Management
39:02 The Role of Diet in Brain Health
40:50 Exercise and Neuroplasticity
45:41 The Importance of Sleep
52:03 Smoking Cessation and Brain Health
01:04:06 Aging, Cognitive Function, and MS
01:08:27 Future of MS Care and Research
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Welcome to the BeeWellWithMS Podcast, hosted by Dr. Agne Straukiene, a full-time neurologist with a special interest in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our mission is to empower individuals living with MS,...
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Welcome to the BeeWellWithMS Podcast, hosted by Dr. Agne Straukiene, a full-time neurologist with a special interest in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Our mission is to empower individuals living with MS, their families, and healthcare professionals with the latest knowledge, expert insights, and practical tools to enhance brain health and overall well-being.Through engaging conversations with leading experts, inspiring personal stories, and evidence-based lifestyle strategies, we explore a wide range of topics including MS management, new treatment guidelines, mental health, lifestyle optimization, and cutting-edge research. From understanding disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) to navigating pregnancy with MS or tackling smouldering MS, we aim to make the complex simple and accessible.Whether you’re looking for professional guidance, personal motivation, or a sense of community, the BeeWellWithMS Podcast is your trusted companion on the journey toward living well with MS. Join us as we bridge the gap between science and everyday life, fostering resilience, empowerment, and hope.🎧 Listen, learn, and thrive with BeeWellWithMS!
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| Autor | Dr Agne Straukiene |
| Organización | BeewellwithMS podcast |
| Categorías | Salud y forma física , Medicina , Salud mental |
| Página web | www.beewellwithms.com |
| beewellwithms@gmail.com |
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