EP04: Funding Medical Research Through The Arts

Host Haylie Pomroy welcomes a truly inspirational guest, SANARTE Foundation Co-Founder and multi-digital artist Julia Berrios.

Haylie and Julia explore the challenges and victories in dealing with chronic disease like fibromyalgia and myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS) and the pioneering work being done at the Institute for Neuro-Immune Medicine, where innovative approaches to diagnosis and treatment are opening new doors for patients with complex illness. 

Listen to this episode for an insightful look into the journey of a patient who transformed her health struggles into visual art and how tailored medical care can bring back vitality to life.

Key Points:

03:27 The onset of Julia's condition, marked by fatigue and life changes. 

07:05 Exploration of Julia's immune system reactivity.

10:54 The benefits of a holistic approach in medicine.

12:05 The therapeutic role of art in Julia's healing journey.

15:41 The inspirational power of art.

18:29 Personalized nutrition and nutraceuticals in managing Julia's health condition.

23:43 Commitment to contributing to the cause through the SANARTE Foundation.

Julia Berrios merges her Cuban-Honduran heritage with her Miami flair to create art that transcends boundaries. A former educator turned digital artist, she draws from her battles with Fibromyalgia and Lyme disease, channeling adversity into creativity. Her 'JU's Out of Body Experience' collection stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. Now, as a Glioblastoma survivor, Julia's work with the SANARTE Foundation spotlights the healing power of art, making her a true advocate for wellness and inspiration.

Socials of SANARTE Foundation:

Website: https://sanartefoundation.org/bod/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sanartefoundation/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SanarteFoundation 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SanarteArt 

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