201 - Lily Spechler - Fuel Before You Fix

I sit down with Lily Spechler, a registered dietitian and long hauler, to unpack why weight change in Long Covid is a metabolic story, not a willpower issue. We map a safer path: fuel first, stabilise blood sugar and blood flow, then make tiny adjustments that your body can tolerate. • Adding 10–15% above BMR to halt weight gain and calm stress signals • Glucose spikes from standing and why compression and electrolytes help • Why cutting calories can worsen dysautonomia and fatigue • Protein...