Autoimmune Health Secrets | Ease Fatigue & Improve Your Health With Autoimmune Disease Using Simple Feel-Good Habits

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What if your health journey meant trading heels for flats—and finding a more fabulous, empowered version of yourself in the process?

Chronic illness often comes with unexpected lifestyle changes—like letting go of old routines, identities, or even your favorite pair of shoes. In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Kelly Gastis shares how living with MS for 27 years taught her to redefine strength, beauty, and self-care—without sacrificing vibrancy or joy.

• Hear the real-life story behind Fabulous in Flats, a relatable and empowering guide for women with autoimmune disease.
• Discover how small daily habits—from stretching in bed to mindset shifts—can bring stability, energy, and purpose.
• Learn how to stay grounded, stylish, and self-compassionate—even when your body demands change.

Listen now and be reminded that your diagnosis doesn’t define your fabulous—your habits do.

Fabulous In Flats (book)

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and  (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Could your favorite face cream or lipstick be sabotaging your health—even your hormones?

When you're dealing with autoimmune disease, PCOS, or chronic inflammation, what you put on your body matters as much as what goes in it. In this eye-opening episode, Karlie Henderson breaks down the hidden hormone disruptors and toxins lurking in everyday cosmetics—and how they can contribute to fatigue, weight gain, fertility challenges, and flare-ups.

• Discover which common “greenwashed” ingredients to avoid—and why “fragrance” on a label should send up red flags.
• Learn how cleaning up your makeup bag can support your liver, reduce inflammation, and boost your energy.
• Get easy, affordable first steps and trusted brands to help you make the switch without the overwhelm.

Press play now and find out how one small change in your skincare routine can spark big improvements in your autoimmune health.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and  (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

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Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

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This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Is your inbox quietly draining your energy and adding to your autoimmune symptoms—without you even realizing it?

For those navigating autoimmune disease, stress is more than a nuisance—it’s a known trigger for flares and fatigue. In this episode, discover how something as seemingly harmless as checking email can be silently taxing your nervous system and stealing your clarity, energy, and focus.

• Learn why email is one of the biggest hidden stressors and how it keeps your brain in constant overdrive.
• Discover the four simple decisions you can make for every email to eliminate overwhelm and reclaim your peace.
• Hear how to set boundaries around your inbox that increase productivity and decrease anxiety, so you can protect your health—without missing a thing.

Press play now to discover the habits that will help you regain energy, clarity, and control—starting with your inbox.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and  (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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What if reclaiming your freedom started with something as simple as the way you move?

Autoimmune symptoms like fatigue, pain, and stiffness can make movement feel like a chore—or even impossible. But in this empowering episode, we explore how redefining mobility and embracing small, functional movements can help you feel more energized, in control, and connected to your body—no matter your diagnosis.

• Discover what "mobility" really means and how it can become your personal path to freedom.
• Learn how micro-movements, mindset shifts, and daily choices create sustainable energy—even if formal workouts aren't an option.
• Get expert tips from a human movement specialist to build simple, feel-good movement habits tailored to your unique needs and energy levels.

Hit play to learn how to unlock energy, confidence, and a new sense of mobility—one habit at a time.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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What if one habit could support blood sugar, immune resilience, energy levels, AND your mood?

This week, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Delane Vaughn—board-certified family medicine doctor, life coach, and expert in reversing type 2 diabetes naturally—to talk all about the power of getting sweaty as a cornerstone health habit.

Whether you love movement or you’re still figuring it out post-diagnosis, this episode is packed with science-backed motivation and accessible ideas to help you make sweat work for your healing.

In this episode, we cover:

• Dr. Delane’s empowering approach to reversing type 2 diabetes naturally
• The difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes—and what both teach us about autoimmune wellness
• Why getting sweaty works like a sneaky biology hack (hint: insulin independence & detox support)
• How to safely get sweaty—even with fatigue, balance issues, or pain
• How saunas mimic cardio and why the effects can last up to 72 hours
• What it really takes to stay consistent with movement that heals

Bonus: Hear Dr. Delane’s motto that might just change how you think about your body and your health care system. (It’s so good, I wanted to steal it.)

Press play to get sweaty, get inspired, and get moving toward autoimmune health.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Ever feel like you’re doing all the things and still not getting closer to feeling better with autoimmune disease?

It’s not your fault. Most people try to manage chronic illness without one essential tool: a personalized roadmap. In this empowering episode I share why “just doing more” isn’t the answer—and how using a simple 3-step roadmap can help you finally move forward with clarity, energy, and confidence.

You’ll learn how your health journey mirrors a GPS navigation app, why detours are part of the process, and how my 20+ years of lived experience with MS (and other autoimmune diagnoses) shaped my own healing roadmap.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The 3 must-know steps for designing your autoimmune health roadmap
• Why clarity on “where you are” and “where you’re going” changes everything
• How to use habits as highways—and make progress you can actually feel

Press play now to trade overwhelm for clarity and build the roadmap that gets you where you actually want to go.

Click here to schedule your Roadmap Session.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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What if happiness isn’t something you wait for—but something you practice?

In this joyful (and vulnerable) episode I share a Sex and the City-inspired story about “secret autoimmune behaviors,” my own love-hate relationship with shoes, and the exact strategy for turning happiness into a repeatable, reliable habit—even in the face of chronic illness.

You’ll learn why happiness is more than a feeling—it's a skill you can strengthen. Plus, you’ll hear the 3 emotional “macronutrients” of happiness and practical ways to bring them into your daily life.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why your emotions can become habits (and how to rewire them)
• The 3 macronutrients of happiness (based on Harvard research)
• What makes happiness different from joy or pleasure—and why that matters
• A practical roadmap to help you feel better emotionally, mentally, and physically

Press play now to learn why your emotional health is your physical health—and how to make happiness your next habit.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Can challenging your brain actually help you feel better with autoimmune disease?

Yes—and in this episode I dive into the science of “good" stress and how mental and cognitive challenges can actually create healthier cells, sharpen your thinking, and build a more resilient brain. You’ll learn what counts as good stress, the 4 key types, and why stimulating your brain on purpose can have long-term benefits—from reducing brain fog to protecting against dementia.

Bonus: You’re already doing one of the best habits for your brain just by listening!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The 4 types of “good" stress that support healing and neuroplasticity
• How games like Wordle and strategy nights can reduce your risk of cognitive decline
• Fun, easy ways to challenge your brain daily (without overwhelm)

Listen now to discover why boosting your brain might just be the habit your healing plan is missing.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Is your money going to what actually helps you feel better—or just keeping you stuck?

In this episode I'm reframing the idea of frugality—not as restriction, but as a strategy for healing. You’ll learn what it really means to “be frugal for health,” how to define it in a way that aligns with your values, and how to reallocate money and energy toward what actually moves the needle in autoimmune wellness.

With 10 actionable ideas, a fresh look at long-term investment, and a powerful reminder that your health is worth it—this is a must-listen for anyone trying to create lasting change without burnout or overspending.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why remaining unhealthy is an expense—and how to shift into investment mode
• My definition of “being frugal for health” (and how to write your own)
• 10 creative strategies to redirect time, money, and energy into habits that heal

Press play now to redefine what it means to spend wisely—and start investing in the one thing that matters most: your health.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.

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Are you working hard to feel better—but still not seeing results with your autoimmune symptoms?

Sometimes, the issue isn’t your effort... it’s that you're solving the wrong problem. In this episode, I share one of the most powerful coaching tools I use: learning how to identify the right problem to solve—whether it's related to fatigue, food, mindset, or motivation.

You’ll hear personal stories, practical strategies, and why vague goals keep you stuck. Plus, a surprising story about a closet light that will stick with you the next time you feel overwhelmed.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to know if you're solving the wrong health problem—and why that matters
• What the “right” problem actually looks like (hint: it’s specific, timely, and actionable)
• A simple habit you can use daily to clear mental fog and unlock new progress in your healing journey

Press play now to learn how identifying the right problem can help you reclaim energy, confidence, and forward momentum.

Note: The Habit Hub for Autoimmune Health is now Autoimmune Health Secrets—same mission to help you feel better and function better using habits that are enjoyable, effective, and (together we make them) inevitable.

New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Menu of support options to work with me HERE.

Free quiz HERE.

Join the Consistency Challenge HERE.

Personalized Energy Audit HERE.

Explore CLUB Habit Hub HERE. 

Sign-up for emails HERE.

Book your 1-on-1 call HERE.

Privacy Policy, T&C, Medical Disclaimer.

This podcast explores health & wellness with autoimmune disease—multiple sclerosis (MS) and others—how challenges like fatigue, brain fog, flares, & symptoms related to the nervous system, inflammation, & mitochondria can be supported by healthy habits in food, movement, sleep, and rest, while fostering consistency, self-care, & a resilient mindset. If you’ve read Atomic Habits by James Clear and still don’t have the healthy habits you want, this show is for you. Adjacent to functional medicine, holistic health, AIP diet, and the Wahls Protocol, this is guidance from a health and wellness coach to help those navigating chronic illness feel better and thrive.