Long COVID Real Talk Podcast

S4 E9: Escape to New Orleans

Current Prescribed medications:

Psychotropic meds (for anxiety, depression and ADHD)

Abilify (for chronic fatigue/Long Covid)

Singular (for Long Covid/mast cell stabilization)

Low Dose Naltrexone (for Long Covid)

Valtrex (for Long Covid)

Nifedipine (for dysautonomia/blood pressure)

Carvediol (for dysautonomia/elevated heart rate)

Pepcid (allergies/Long Covid)

Zyrtec (allergies/Long Covid)

Metformin (regulate blood glucose - a study showed people on Metformin were less likely to develop Long COVID so I am on it in case I get COVID again, to decrease the risk of having worse Long COVID)

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Season 3, Episode 24: How To Brush Your Teeth With Long COVID

Discusses two recommendations from my dental hygienist and dentist to help people with Long COVID perform dental care/oral hygiene when symptomatic.

1. ​Electric toothbrush

More expensive than regular toothbrushes but

Ideal for us when our arms are tired/aching and it is

hard to move our arms around.

I think of it as an investment to avoid having to pay

for fillings, etc.

I have an Oral B iO toothbrush but any electric toothbrush will do

1. ​ OraCare Mouthwash:

You have to get it from your dentist

It kills bacteria, viruses, and fungi and breaks

down Biofilm

It is recommended for people undergoing

chemotherapy who are too weak to perform oral/

dental hygiene.

$45 per box of two 16 oz bottles

pump 3 pumps from each bottle, allow it to mix/

mingle for 30 seconds, then swish for 30-60

seconds and spit

website: https://www.oracareproducts.com/oracarehealthrinse.html

ALSO: this was not mentioned in the episode but if I am tired I will sit in a chair or on the bathroom floor while performing oral hygiene.

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S5E3: "When It's A Struggle Just To Exist"

Keywords: Long COVID, fatigue, emotional health, mental health, hope, resilience, chronic illness, motherhood, coping strategies, personal experiences

Summary: In this episode, Katherine Marie shares her personal struggles with long COVID, focusing on the emotional and cognitive challenges she faces daily. She discusses feelings of hopelessness, fatigue, and the burden of illness on her identity and relationships. Despite these challenges, she emphasizes the importance of hope and connection, reminding listeners that they are not alone in their struggles.

Takeaways:

• I usually don't have trouble sleeping, but tonight I do.
• It affects your mind and how hopeless you feel.
• I feel ashamed that I'm not working.
• Just existing was almost painful.
• It's hard to think of words that you want to say.
• I keep thinking to myself that I'm gonna get better.
• There's no one way that we know works for every person with long COVID.
• I worry that my daughter and my husband will resent me.
• You're not alone and not all the nights are gonna be bad.
• I really miss myself.

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S4 E16: “Listen To Your Body” (w/ Carrie)

Keywords: Long COVID, functional nutrition, health journey, dietary recommendations, liver health, holistic health, nutritionist, ME-CFS, wellness tips, health coaching

Summary: In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie speaks with Carrie Bailey, a functional nutritionist who shares her personal journey with ME-CFS. They discuss the differences between functional and conventional nutrition, the importance of understanding individual health histories, and practical dietary recommendations for those suffering from long COVID. Carrie emphasizes the significance of whole foods, liver health, and listening to one's body as key components in recovery. She also offers insights into common dietary mistakes and provides resources for listeners seeking to improve their health.

Connect with Carrie:

https://carriebaileyfunctionalnutritionist.com

YouTube: @carriebaileynutritionist

Free gift: https://longcovidrecoveryguide.com

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Season 3, Episode 23: “It Was Hell & It Is Hell” (guest: Lydia)

Listen to Lydia’s story of going from working full time and being a homeowner to becoming homeless and everything in between. Grateful to hear her powerful story!

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