Montel Williams joins Dr. Kara Fitzgerald to share his decades-long journey with multiple sclerosis (MS), including early neurological symptoms that preceded his diagnosis by years and his recovery following a hemorrhagic stroke. In this episode, created in partnership with MitoQ, the conversation explores MS through a functional medicine lens, with a focus on neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial dysfunction as key drivers of fatigue, cognitive decline, and disease progression.

Clinicians and health-focused listeners will gain insight into how mitochondrial dysfunction impacts energy, recovery, and brain function, along with practical strategies for differentiating emotional lability from depression in MS. The episode also highlights how mitoquinone (MitoQ) may support mitochondrial health as part of a broader, mechanism-based approach to managing MS and other neuroinflammatory conditions.

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GUEST DETAILS

Montel Williams is an Emmy Award–winning television host, New York Times bestselling author, and health and wellness advocate. A U.S. Navy veteran, he has spent decades educating and inspiring audiences around resilience, longevity, and living well with chronic illness. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 1999, Montel adopted a disciplined, science-informed approach to health, emphasizing daily movement, anti-inflammatory nutrition, and integrative care. In addition to his media and writing career, he is actively involved in advancing innovative healthcare solutions, including neuromodulation and trauma-focused therapies.

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