62 - The Chronic Illness Overlap No One is Explaining with Dr Zac Spiritos
In this week's episode of Wellness Reality Check, we’re joined by Dr. Zac Spiritos, board-certified neurogastroenterologist and co-founder of EverBetter Medicine, to unpack the complex overlap of chronic conditions that often leave patients feeling dismissed or misunderstood.
We dive deep into the gut-brain-immune connection, exploring how MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome), POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome), hypermobility, and gut dysmotility intersect and why these overlapping issues are often treated in isolation. Dr. Spiritos shares insights on why labs can look “normal” while patients are still struggling, how nervous system regulation affects digestion, and the critical role of recognizing patterns across multiple systems for real healing.
If you’ve ever felt like your chronic health issues are confusing, invisible, or misdiagnosed, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on in the body and how integrative, whole-person approaches can make a difference.
Tune in to learn:
- How gut health, inflammation, and immune activation are connected to POTS and hypermobility
- Why patients are often sent from specialist to specialist without answers
- How nervous system regulation influences digestion and chronic illness
- Practical insights for supporting the body when multiple systems are affected
This is a must-listen for anyone navigating chronic health challenges, caregivers, and practitioners interested in the intersection of gut, immune, and nervous system health.
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