BetterHealthGuy Podcast

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the role of paraprobiotics in immune modulation. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Steven Wright. Steven Wright is a Medical Engineer, Kalish Functional Medicine Institute Graduate, and gut health specialist. He's spent close to $400,000 overcoming his own health challenges using everything from western medicine to shamans. Steven is the founder of HealthyGut.com. He lives in Boulder, CO with his wife Shay and their two dogs. Key Takeaways: What is a paraprobiotic? What are the benefits of paraprobiotics? How do paraprobiotics support modulation of the immune system? What are the five common malfunctions of the immune system? How do each of the paraprobiotics in HoloImmune support the immune system? What is the role of beta glucan in supporting the immune system? How well-tolerated are paraprobiotics in the MCAS community? Can paraprobiotics improve tolerance to foods and to the outside world? Is there an interplay between paraprobiotics and the vagus nerve? Where might paraprobiotics fit in a protocol with prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics? Do paraprobiotics play a role in SIBO? Resources: HoloImmune™ HCL Guard+™ HoloZyme™ Tributyrin-X™ Interview Date: March 21, 2023 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode182. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of HealthyGut.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the role of oxalates in many chronic health conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Sally K. Norton. Sally K. Norton, MPH holds a nutrition degree from Cornell University and a Master's degree in Public Health. Her path to becoming a leading expert on dietary oxalate includes a prior career working at major medical schools in medical education and public health research. Her personal healing experience inspired years of research that led to her forthcoming book, Toxic Superfoods, which was released in January 2023 from Rodale Press and is available everywhere books are sold. As a leading expert on oxalates in food, Sally's work has been featured by podcasters, radio shows, and several online and print journals. Key Takeaways: What are oxalates? What symptoms and conditions are associated with oxalates? What is the connection between oxalates and gut health? Might an Oxalobacter probiotic help with the excretion of oxalates in the future? Can oxalates act as a trigger for MCAS? Do oxalates play a role in EDS or other hypermobility syndromes? What is the best way to test for the potential of hyperoxaluria? Do genes play a role in the production of oxalates in the body or in the excretion of oxalates from the body? What are the top foods to consider as contributors to elevated oxalates? Can oxalate content be reduced with specific cooking practices? What is oxalate clearing or dumping? Does one need to remain on a low-oxalate diet for life? Might supplemental collagen lead to more issues with oxalates? Can oxalates be produced by fungal organisms? How might calcium, magnesium, and potassium support oxalate excretion or oxalate binding? What nutrient deficiencies may lead to more significant oxalate issues? Connect With My Guest: http://SallyKNorton.com Related Resources: Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick-and How to Get Better Interview Date: February 22, 2023 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode181. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about finding resilience through functional medicine, science, and faith. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jill Carnahan. Known as 'Your Functional Medicine Expert®' Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD, ABIHM, ABOIM, IFMCP has been featured in People magazine, Shape, Parade, Forbes, MindBodyGreen, First for Women, Townsend Letter, and The Huffington Post; as well as seen on NBC News and health segments with Joan Lunden. She is a prominent global keynote speaker and a prolific writer sharing her knowledge on stage and in podcasts. With over a decade of producing popular content, her articles can be found in journals, newsletters, books, and on social media. She is the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services including functional medicine protocols, nutritional consultations, chiropractic therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and massage therapy. A survivor of breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and mold toxicity, she routinely treats patients who come to her for solutions to their medical mysteries that haven't been solved. Her YouTube channel and podcast features interviews with the world's most respected names in medicine, science, and functional medicine. She co-authored the Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine Textbook and just released her prescriptive memoir "Unexpected: Finding Resilience through Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith" through Forefront Publishing. People relate to Dr. Jill's science-backed opinions delivered with authenticity, love, and humor. She is known for inspiring her audience to thrive even in the midst of difficulties. Key Takeaways: How did Dr. Jill's first experience with rock climbing become a metaphor for the challenges of life? What role does intuition play in patient care? What is functional medicine? How did the ecosystem, microbiome, and terrain of growing up on a farm influence her work with her patients today? How do we create "margin" on our buckets? How significant are pesticides and chemicals relative to heavy metals? Are EMFs a contributor to chronic illness? What are LPS and endotoxins? What is an HSP or highly sensitive person? Is the consumption of animal protein health-supporting? How might elevated ApoB be approached? What is the true driver of TMAO production? Are most people iron deficient and copper toxic? What is the role of neuroplasticity in healing? When do stress and trauma move from supportive or hormetic to pathogenic? Connect With My Guest: http://ReadUnexpected.com Interview Date: February 3, 2023 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode180. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the role of genomics in complex, chronic conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Sharon Hausman-Cohen. Sharon Hausman-Cohen, MD is the co-founder, Chief Science Officer, and Medical Director of IntellxxDNA™. Dr. Hausman-Choen has been using genomics for over a decade to deliver personalized medicine and help her patients achieve optimal health and wellness. As a researcher and clinician advocate, she recognized that information inaccuracies and complexity were previously barriers to entry for many. She saw the need for an easy-to-use, accurate, science-based genomics interpretation tool for clinicians, and she began to develop what is now IntellxxDNA™. In addition to being a well-regarded doctor and researcher, Dr. Hausman-Cohen is a sought after speaker and educator on genomics, personalized medicine, and integrative medicine. Dr. Hausman-Cohen received both her master's and medical degrees from Harvard Medical School. She is board-certified in Family Medicine, a Fellow of the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine, and possesses additional board certification in Integrative Medicine through the American Board of Physician Specialties. She has been practicing full-spectrum Family Medicine and Integrative Medicine for more than 20 years. Key Takeaways: What is a gene? What is a SNP? What is genetics vs. genomics? Can modern diseases be the results of genetics? Are genes our destiny? Can supplements be used by bypass every potentially probelmatic SNP? What are the contributors to brain fog? What can be done to improve mental clarity? What is the role of ApoE in Alzheimer's disease? How similar or different is autism to conditions like Lyme disease or MS or Alzheimer's? What role do genes play in our ability to detoxify environmental toxicants? What SNPs may play a role in biotoxin illness such as CIRS from Lyme disease or mold? Can the Lyme spirochete itself be an epigenetic influencer of gene expression? What role does the HLA-DR gene play in mold illness? Do genes play a role in immune modulation and autoimmunity? What is the connection between genes and MCAS? When is nitric oxide a good things vs. potentially a bad one? Are genes involved in hypermobility syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Are some more likely than others to have adverse reactions to anesthesia? Connect With My Guest: http://IntellxxDNA.com Interview Date: January 20, 2023 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode179. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn how to approach biotoxin illness using a functional medicine model. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Terri Fox. Terri Fox, MD, ABIHM is a holistic, integrative, functional medicine doctor in Boulder, Colorado where she founded Boulder Holistic Medicine. She did her medical training at the University of California San Francisco Medical School. She has practiced functional medicine for nearly 20 years and is board-certified by the American Board of Integrative Holistic medicine. In the realm of Lyme disease, she has participated in ILADS events and trained with Dr. Richard Horowitz. She is also a Founding Member of ISEAI. She works on her patient's behalf as a medical detective searching for the underlying dysfunction, instead of just treating the symptoms. She has expertise in fatigue, bioidentical hormones, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal dysfunction, and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome from mold toxicity and Lyme disease. She brings a unique blend of western medicine, herbal medicine, nutrition and exercise counseling, supplements and stress reduction techniques to provide her patients with a true holistic approach to healing. Dr. Fox begins the healing journey with her patients with a two-hour intake to unearth the underlying triggers that contribute to imbalance and dis-ease. She uses the latest cutting-edge technology and lab testing to help illuminate underlying causes. She does an extensive work up and tailors a unique individual treatment for you to restore balance and bring you back to wellness. Key Takeaways: What are some of the key functional medicine tests that may help to uncover those factors impacting health in biotoxin illness? What tools can be used to optimize gut health and the microbiome? Why is yeast an important exploration in the biotoxin patient population? How important is implementing EMF hygiene to optimize outcomes? What role do environmental toxicants such as heavy metals, chemicals, pesticides, and plastics play in biotoxin illness? How important is supporting the adrenals? What is the role of the supporting the mitochondria in biotoxin illness? What are some tools for supporting sleep optimization? What tests are used to test the person for the presence of mold illness and Lyme disease? How is testing performed on the external environment in support of health? What approach is used in treating mold illness? How are Lyme and coinfections treated? Do chronic viruses or MARCoNS matter? What is the role of hypercoagulation and biofilm in chronic illness? What is the role of limbic system retraining? How important is it to consider mental and emotional trauma? Connect With My Guest: http://BoulderHolistic.com Related Resources: JRS® Eco Wireless on Asus® Router Interview Date: January 4, 2023 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode178. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the role of microbes in chronic disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Stephen E Fry. Stephen E. Fry, BS, MS, MD has a BS in Microbiology and an MS in Molecular Biology and a Medical Degree all earned at the University of Arizona. He completed his Post graduate training at Banner Health and St Joseph's Medical Center in the Phoenix metropolitan area. He has been in General Practice in the Scottsdale, Arizona since 1992 and has had a special clinical interest in CFS, autoimmune, and vascular disease. He has lectured nationally and has numerous publications, abstracts, and patents. His science interests are in the microbial causation of chronic disease, biofilms, and their treatment. Because of these interests Dr. Fry has worked on new methods for disease detection which have culminated in the development of a Next-Gen Sequencing system for microbial identification. Dr. Fry is the founder of Fry Laboratories LLC, a CLIA clinical diagnostic laboratory that participates in CAP (College of American Pathologists) and API (American Proficiency Institute) validation systems. He founded the Southwest Center for Chronic Disease to help fund basic medical research. His laboratory, Fry Laboratories, specializes in vector-borne diseases, molecular methods of detection of prokaryotes, archaea, protozoans, fungi, and viruses. Dr. Fry enjoys family time and has a private pilot's license, is an avid skier, sailor, and bicyclist. Key Takeaways: Where do things stand today with Protomyxzoa and Funneliformis? What is the role of biofilms in chronic infections? Are fungi or viruses likely more health-impacting? Is kombucha a healthy drink? Why is Next-Gen Sequencing the leading edge technology for exploring the presence of microbes? What microbes play a role in ME/CFS, ALS, MS, Parkinson's, RA, and Cystic Fibrosis? How has the landscape changed in chronic illness patients since COVID came on the scene? Connect With My Guest: http://StephenEFryMD.com http://FryLabs.com Interview Date: December 20, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode177. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about groundbreaking work being done to move the needle in understanding the impact of Borreliosis. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Alan MacDonald. Alan B. MacDonald, MD is a hospital pathologist by trade, and his world is microscopic images. He diagnoses disease daily based on the images from surgically removed tissues, blood smears, and microbiology specimens. In his private research, which he does at night or on weekends, he interprets images from diseased tissues. In hospital pathology, there are many texts which illustrate the image profiles of tumors and other medical diseases. Some of the reference materials do not provide a "perfect" image match to an individual patient situation. New lessons, which come from patients which do not "match" the published image archive, are the subject of "case reports" which enrich and expand the knowledge contained in medical textbooks. Many of the images of "spirochetes" in textbooks demonstrate only the "perfect corkscrew" profile which leads a reader to "doubt" the legitimacy of other Borrelial forms such as the cystic or granular forms. Dr. MacDonald's website is an effort to educate about the "forgotten" spirochetal forms which are really Borrelia and which exist in diseased tissue. Key Takeaways: Is acceptance growing in understanding the impact of Borrelia in many conditions? Does autoimmunity exist in absence of infection? What are the different forms of Borrelia? Was Willy Burgdorfer part of the problem or part of the solution? Does Borrelia impact liver detoxification? How might Borrelia impact an unborn child? Can Borrelia be sexually transmitted? What are the challenges with testing for Borrelia? What role might parasites play in Lyme disease or in MS? What is the role of biofilms in chronic conditions? How do Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF) Borrelias potentially lead to more severe illness? What role might Borrelia play in Alzheimer's, Lewy Body Dementia, or cancer? Connect With My Guest: http://AlzheimerBorreliosis.net Related Resources: Support Dr. MacDonald's Work Interview Date: November 30, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode176. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the various contributors to PANDAS and PANS and about solutions to support kids with these challenging conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jill Crista. Jill Crista, ND earned her Naturopathic Doctor Degree with Honors from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon in 2003. In 2012, Dr. Jill completed the Physician Training Program with the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. She was the owner, director, and practicing member of two integrative clinics offering naturopathic medicine, integrative medicine, acupuncture, chiropractic, physical therapy, craniosacral therapy, and massage. It was there that she witnessed the efficacy and synergy of a team approach to patient care. As a peer-reviewed published author, Dr. Jill is now focusing on research, teaching, and writing, specializing in neuroinflammatory conditions such as mold sickness, brain injury, and PANDAS and PANS. She serves on the board of the Wisconsin Naturopathic Doctors Association and was President for 6 years. She also worked on the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians committee for licensure where she gained experience in seeking licensure for naturopathic doctors in Wisconsin and increasing access to naturopathic healthcare nationally. Along with Dr. Neil Nathan, Dr. Jill teaches practitioners in an ongoing mentorship with a focus on how to treat complex, chronic illnesses. She is the author of the 2018 book "Break the Mold: 5 Tools to Conquer Mold and Take Back Your Health" and the 2022 book "A Light in the Dark for PANDAS & PANS". Key Takeaways: What are some of the key presentations of PANDAS and PANS? What is the overlap of PANDAS and PANS with chronic infections and environmental toxicants? How much of these conditions is about the bug as compared to the loss of immune tolerance? How key is addressing the gut microbiome in recovering health for these kids? What are some tools to support the autonomic nervous system, vagus nerve, and limbic system? How commonly does MCAS and histamine intolerance play a role? Can these conditions be treated naturally or is there a place for pharmaceuticals? What microbes may be triggers for PANS? In those with chronic immune deficiency, what tools might be used to fortify the immune system? Does the external environment play a role? What diagnostic tests can be used to more fully paint the picture of PANDAS and PANS? What are the Core 4 in moving from darkness to light in PANDAS and PANS? What tools might be used to "tame the flame", "beat the bugs", "regulate immunity", and "guard the gates"? Connect With My Guest: http://DrCrista.com Related Resources: Book: A Light in the Dark for PANDAS and PANS Interview Date: November 14, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode175. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn how to demystify PANS and PANDAS. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Nancy O'Hara. Nancy O'Hara, MD, MPH, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to her medical career, Dr. O'Hara taught children with autism. She graduated with highest honors from Bryn Ma gdwr College and as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She earned a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Pittsburgh. After residency, chief residency, and general pediatric fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Dr. O' Hara entered general private practice in 1993, and in 1999, began her consultative, integrative practice solely for children with special needs. Since 1999, she has dedicated her functional medicine practice to the integrative and holistic care of children with chronic illness and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, PANDAS/PANS, OCD, Lyme, and ASD. She is a leader in the training of clinicians, both in the United States and abroad. Dr. O'Hara has written a comprehensive guidebook, "Demystifying PANS/PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis", which is available on Amazon. Key Takeaways: How is PANS and PANDAS different from Autoimmune Encephalitis and Basal Ganglia Encephalitis? Does the onset have to be acute, or can there be a more smoldering presentation? How much of the condition is the microbe vs. the host response? Can PANS occur in adults? What is the role of mitochondrial dysfunction? What role do the tonsils play in these conditions? Which microbes may be triggers for PANS and PANDAS? Are antibiotics required for successful treatment? How often do Lyme and coinfections play a role? What are some natural interventions for addressing microbial overgrowths? Does mold illness contribute to PANS and PANDAS? How important is immune modulation reducing inflammation? How might helminth therapy be used to modulate the immune response? What are some tools for modulating the NLRP3 inflammasome? When might antioxidants be necessary? How much of the inflammatory burden overlaps with MCAS? Might FMT or stem cells play a role in recovery? Connect With My Guest: http://DrOHara.com Related Resources: Book: Demystifying PANS/PANDAS: A Functional Medicine Desktop Reference on Basal Ganglia Encephalitis Interview Date: October 10, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode174. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the thyroid and how thyroid conditions may be the result of a Cell Danger Response. About My Guest: My guests for this episode are Dr. Eric Balcavage and Dr. Kelly Halderman. Eric Balcavage, DC, CNS, CFMP, BCIM is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional medicine clinic in Chadds Ford, PA. He is a nationally recognized speaker and educator on various health related topics including thyroid physiology, bile physiology, detoxification, oxidative stress, methylation, and chronic illness. Dr. Balcavage is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, along with being a licensed Chiropractor. He is the co-host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast. The podcast focuses on answering the pressing questions those suffering with chronic hypothyroid symptoms can't get answered elsewhere. You can find his educational Thyroid Thursday videos on Vimeo and YouTube. Dr. Balcavage has made it his mission to change the way medicine looks at hypothyroidism. Kelly Halderman, DCN completed a Family Practice Medicine internship with the University of Minnesota. She has a Naturopathic Medical Degree from Kingdom College of Natural Health. She holds certification in MethylGenetic Nutrition by the Nutrigenetic Research Institute and certification from The American Functional Neurology Institute in Functional Neurology and Neurofeedback. She is an active member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, President and Founder of The American Association of Nutraceutical Formulators, as well as a member of The Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine. Dr. Halderman is also board certified in Clinical Nutrition by the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board. She coined the term "Phase 2.5 Detoxification" which involves properly restoring bile physiology. She serves as Weo Foundation's Chief Health Officer; the global leader in water research and its application to living systems. Dr. Eric and Dr. Kelly are the co-authors of the book The Thyroid Debacle which addresses the problems with current allopathic and functional medicine approaches to hypothyroidism as well as the solutions to restoring thyroid physiology. Key Takeaways: What symptoms might lead one to explore thyroid physiology? Why are thyroid issues broader, systemic issues? What is the best way to evaluate thyroid conditions? How does the Cell Danger Response (CDR) play a role in thyroid conditions? What are the primary triggers of the CDR that lead to issues with thyroid physiology? How might an autoimmune attack on the thyroid itself be an intelligent response? Is it more important to kill the bug or to modulate the host response? Could an elevated rT3 be an indicator of a Cell Danger Response? Is iodine appropriate to use in Hashimoto's? What is the role of the mitochondria, compared to the thyroid and adrenals, in chronic illness? How might supporting sulfation and glucuronidation make the thyroid problem worse? What is "Multisystem Adaptive Disorder"? How might SIBO be associated with the thyroid? Is hypercholestolaemia associated with the Cell Danger Response and issues with thyroid physiology? Is blood sugar metabolism associated with cellular hypothyroidism? What is the "Strategic Thyroid Solution Protocol"? What are the fitness factors that comprise the wellness wheel? Connect With My Guests: http://RejuvagenCenter.com http://DrKellyHalderman.com Interview Date: October 7, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode173. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about clinical observations in Long COVID. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Marie Matheson. Marie Matheson, ND is the Co-Founder of BioHeal Ottawa, community builder, creator, and facilitator of LymeBright Collective, and maintains a busy private practice as a Naturopathic Doctor. Dr. Marie's ultimate goal is to unlock patients who are trapped in their medical condition. Grounded in general practice skills, Dr. Marie is somewhat of a health detective, specifically when it comes to figuring out the causal chain of illness including that of underlying infections and toxins. She is immensely passionate about working with patients to help them better understand their health journey, the misleading nature of most medical labels they're handed, and how to live an empowered and superior quality of life. Using her assessment tool of Auricular Medicine, Dr. Marie uncovers blockages and underlying imbalances that have created symptoms, to allow the body to self-heal and auto-regulate. Her willingness to freely share clinical pearls of wisdom among colleagues has led to her being a sought-after speaker at medical conferences. Dr. Marie is a featured author of a chapter within Connie Strasheim's groundbreaking book New Paradigms in Lyme Disease Treatment. She is a Member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and completed their Physicians Training Program with the late Dr. Charles Ray Jones, MD. Key Takeaways: What are the parallels between chronic COVID and chronic Lyme disease? How common is long COVID? What are the symptoms of long COVID? What organ systems are most impacted? What latent infections have been found to become activated after COVID infection? What prevention strategies can help to minimize the potential for long COVID? Should COVID be treated acutely even if the case is mild? What is the role of immune modulation in long COVID? How is the autonomic nervous system supported in those that develop POTS? What role does mold exposure and environmental toxicity play in long COVID? How significant is hypercoagulation? Is mitochondrial support needed to move past long COVID? What are some tools for addressing loss of taste, loss of smell, and hair loss? What role does limbic system impairment play in long COVID? Connect With My Guest: http://BioHealOttawa.com Related Resources: LymeBright Collective Interview Date: September 29, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode172. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Actinomycetes and its role in CIRS. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Larry Schwartz. Larry Schwartz, BSME, MBA, CIEC is the Founder, CEO, and President of Safestart Environmental and Safestart Building Consulting, Inc.; entities dealing in Indoor Air Quality, Industrial Hygiene, Mold, Infrared Thermography, Forensic Water Intrusion Analysis, Building Science, Consulting, and New Construction Consulting. Larry has performed over 10,000 investigations of properties for which he has investigated, created remediation plans, performed testing, and issued post-remediation verifications. A specialty area is assessing, testing, and creating solutions to make homes and workplaces environmentally safe for patients with inflammatory illnesses. Many of his clients are patients referred by their physicians and clinics worldwide. He both travels to their sites as well as conducts virtual consulting of which he has performed more than 1,200. Larry is on staff at University of Arizona's School of Public Health as an adjunct lecturer of Environmental Health Sciences. Key Takeaways: What are Actinomycetes? Can Actinos be both health-negating and health-promoting? Are mold and mycotoxins still relevant in the CIRS conversation? What patterns have been observed with GENIE testing? Can CIRS occur from exposure to a building without water intrusion or water damage? What is the "Stack Effect"? Where might Actinos be found in a living environment? Can Actinos be a trigger for MCAS? How are Actinos tested? How are results interpreted? Are Actinos common in indoor environments? Do the Actinos indices correlate to clinical presentation better than an ERMI score? How might Actinos be reduced in an indoor environment? Can air filtration, fogging, or UV light be tools to mitigate Actinos? Connect With My Guest: http://SafeStartIAQ.com Related Resources: Actinomycetes Environmental White Paper Interview Date: August 12, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode171. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about root cause medicine and recovering from complex, chronic conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Joe Mather. Joe Mather, MD, MPH & TM is the Medical Director of the Ruscio Institute for Functional Medicine where he works with patients, mentors other Functional Medicine practitioners and helps conduct research to improve the knowledge and field of Functional and Integrative Medicine. He graduated from the Tulane University School of Medicine and the Tulane University School of Public Health in 2011 and completed his residency in 2014. He is passionate about delivering cost-effective and practical medical care with a focus on GI health and environmental toxicity, especially mold-related illness. He spends a lot of time working with patients suffering from complex and chronic diseases. When he is not working with patients you will find him chasing his three small children, exercising, or playing music. Key Takeaways: Why are people sicker today than a decade ago? What is the difference between IBS, IBD, and SIBO? Is microbiome testing helpful in determining a clinical direction? What are the root causes of SIBO? How is constipation addressed? Can the Carnivore diet be helpful for those with GI issues? Is food sensitivity testing valuable? How might one test their environment and their body for the presence of mold and mycotoxins? Can remediation move the needle? What about air filters and fogging? Should binders be matched to the mycotoxins present? How might one optimize the sinubiome? Does the presence of Actinomycetes change the treatment path? What is the root cause of EDS and hypermobility syndromes? How important is supporting the thyroid and adrenals in recovering health? What should the therapeutic order be in treating complex conditions? Connect With My Guest: http://RuscioInstitute.com Related Resources: Ashok Gupta Interviews Dr. Joe Mather Interview Date: July 29, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode170. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about how to tap into your full health potential with the science-basekd power of herbs. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Bill Rawls. As a licensed physician for over 30 years, Bill Rawls, MD has dedicated his life to medicine. When a health crisis in his early forties abruptly changed his quality of life, he came face to face with the limitations of modern medicine and began to explore the vast possibilities of alternative treatments. Restoring his health through holistic and herbal therapies inspired him to share his revelations on the importance of cellular wellness. Today, he works to bring health and vitality to others as he helps them establish their own paths to wellness through modern herbology. Key Takeaways: Are the SOS signals released by cells similar in concept to the Cell Danger Response? What tools might be helpful in support of the mitochondria? How important is killing a bug as compared to immune modulation? How can cells be protected from becoming a microbes next meal? What tools are available to support autophagy? What herbs may be helpful in modulating the immune response? Can herbs be used with pharmaceuticals? What interactions may need to be considered? What are some favorite adaptogens? How might Shilajit support health recovery? Do antimicrobial herbs negatively impact beneficial flora? What diet should one consider to improve health? What tools may support the body in dealing with EMFs? What approaches can support calming of the nervous system? What are collagen crunchers? How might structural integrity be supported? Connect With My Guest: http://CellularWellness.com Related Resources: RawlsMD.com VitalPlan.com Vital Plan has generously offered a 15% discount using code BETTERHEALTH15. Limit one coupon per customer. Interview Date: July 14, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode169. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Vital Plan. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the mitochondria and The Energy Blueprint. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Ari Whitten. Ari Whitten, PhD (Cand), CES, PES is the founder of The Energy Blueprint system, a comprehensive lifestyle and supplement program which has helped more than two million people (and counting) experience optimal health, better performance, and more energy. He's also the bestselling author of The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy and the host of the popular The Energy Blueprint Podcast which features the world's leading natural health experts. In 2020, Ari was voted #1 Health Influencer by Mindshare, the largest natural and functional medicine community. For more than 25 years, Ari has been dedicated to the study of human health science. He holds a M.S. in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, a B.S. in Kinesiology, certifications as a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and he has completed all of the coursework for a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. You can find his podcast, programs, and supplement formulas at TheEnergyBlueprint.com. Key Takeaways: What are the symptoms of mitochondrial dysfunction? What "signals" lead to impairment of the mitochondria? How might supporting the mitochondria need to consider whether or not one is in a Cell Danger Response? What are "zietbegers" and their relevance to brain and body clocks? Can too much protein lead to overactivation of mTOR and potentially be harmful? What role do short-chain fatty acids play in energy production? Can prebiotics and resistant starches be used in those with SIBO? What role might vinegar play in supporting the mitochondria? How might Urolithin A be supportive of the mitochondria? Are niacin derivatives such as NR or NMN proving to be helpful? How might melatonin support the mitochondria? Are the adrenals a key player in fatigue? What role might red light therapy or photobiomodulation have in supporting mitochondria? Connect With My Guest: http://TheEnergyBlueprint.com Related Resources: Book: Eat for Energy: How to Beat Fatigue, Supercharge Your Mitochondria, and Unlock All-Day Energy Breathing for Energy Program The Energy Blueprint Store Interview Date: June 28, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode168. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of The Energy Blueprint. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Gerson Therapy. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Patrick Vickers. Patrick Vickers, DC is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, representing the face of the Gerson Therapy worldwide. Dr. Vickers is featured in the epic documentary series The Truth About Cancer: A Global Quest. His patient is also chronicled in the classic documentary The Beautiful Truth. Nobel Peace Prize Winner Dr. Albert Schweitzer called Dr. Max Gerson, "The most eminent genius in medical history" as The Gerson Therapy has the most storied reputation, to date, for its ability to reverse advanced cancer and degenerative diseases. With seven movies chronicling Dr. Gerson's work, no other therapy has received such recognition on an international scale. Personally trained by Dr. Gerson's family and one of the few people to have studied Dr. Gerson's handwritten files, Dr. Patrick Vickers continues to carry on Dr. Gerson's legacy through his premier Advanced Gerson Clinic in Rosarito, Mexico. Dr. Vickers lectures on various platforms around the world on the indisputable, cellular science behind health, disease, and the Gerson Therapy. Key Takeaways: What is the history of Gerson Therapy? What role does metabolism play in creating the right metabolism for cancer? How does the Gerson program heal the metabolic system? What ingredients are included in their juices? How does salt create a "cellular edema"? What is the impact of chloride on the thyroid? What role do healthy fats play in cell membrane potential? Which fats are health-promoting vs. health-negating? What role do hydrogen and pH play? Does sugar feed cancer? What are the mechanisms of coffee enemas? Do coffee enemas help bile flow? How should coffee enemas be performed? Are there any contraindications for coffee enemas? How might castor oil be used in a healing program? Did Dr. Max Gerson consider the role of mental and emotional health? Connect With My Guest: http://GersonClinic.com Interview Date: June 7, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode167. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the potential applications of the "magic bullet" methylene blue. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. John Lieurance. John Lieurance, ND, DC is a naturopath and chiropractic neurologist who has been in private practice for 27 years. He directs Advanced Rejuvenation, a multi-disciplinary clinic, with a focus on alternative and regenerative medicine, naturopathic medicine, functional neurology functional cranial release, Lumomed, Lyme disease, mold illness, and many other neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, degenerative neurological disease, and inner ear conditions. He travels internationally teaching other doctors. Dr. Lieurance founded UltimateCellularReset.com, a web based educational portal, which sends out weekly videos on health and wellness tools for overcoming disease and fostering longevity and vitality. He has been featured in many podcasts and documentaries. He is the author of the 5-star book Melatonin: Miracle Molecule available on Amazon and at MelatoninBook.com. Key Takeaways: What is the history of methylene blue in medicine? Can methylene blue be helpful in addressing vector-borne infections such as Borrelia, Bartonella, and Babesia? Does methylene blue have virucidal properties? How might methylene blue be helpful in chronic UTIs and interstitial cystitis? What effect of methylene blue on biofilms and the organisms within them? What role does methylene blue play in the electron transport chain? How might methylene blue be anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective? Might methylene blue have a role as a cognitive enhancer? What is the role of methylene blue in concussions and TBIs? Can methylene blue play a role in improving depression? Can methylene blue lead to detoxification reactions? Are binders and drainage support recommended? How might methylene blue support autophagy or the body's janitorial service? How might nano silver, nano gold, or red light therapy potentize the effects of methylene blue? Should ascorbic acid be taken with methylene blue? Should CoQ10 be avoided with methylene blue? Should methylene blue be used daily or pulsed? Can methylene blue be used with psychedelic interventions? Connect With My Guest: https://AdvancedRejuvenation.us Related Resources Book: Methylene Blue: Magic Bullet: The Ultimate Supplement for Mitochondrial Support! MitoZen: https://betterhealthguy.link/MitoZen Use code BETTERHEALTH to get 10% off Interview Date: May 23, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode166. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of MitoZen. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the vector-borne infection Bartonella. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Brian Plante. Brian Plante, ND is a licensed naturopathic doctor with extensive training in integrative healthcare approaches. He specializes in working with patients suffering from complex immune dysfunction such as Lyme disease, chronic viral infections, environmental toxicity (such as from mold and heavy metals), autoimmune disease, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. Additionally, Dr. Plante helps patients recover from functional gastrointestinal conditions, adrenal and thyroid disorders, and neuropsychiatric disorders. With each patient Dr. Plante meets, he conducts a comprehensive evaluation in order to get a complete picture and then creates individualized treatment plans to address that patient's specific concerns. Dr. Plante is a graduate of the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR, as well as a member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS). He believes that one integral step in helping patients heal from complex chronic illness is by empowering them with knowledge and understanding. He facilitates this by patiently taking however much time is needed to investigate a patient's symptoms and concerns thoroughly. Through compassionate listening, thoughtful instruction, and a steadfast commitment to helping patients experience lasting, positive change, Dr. Plante can combat the frustration patients often experience in their struggle to find answers. His goal with every patient with whom he interacts is to provide support and guidance in their journey toward achieving optimal health. Key Takeaways: What symptoms provide clues for the potential of Bartonella? Could Bartonella be an explanation for many neuropsychiatric conditions? Might Bartonella play a role in SIBO? What are the vectors through which Bartonella may be acquired? What labs are useful for exploring the potential presence of Bartonella? How often does mold exposure play a role in Bartonella patients? Can Bartonella be a trigger for MCAS? Can Bartonella be a driver of autoimmunity and immune dysregulation? Might Bartonella play a role in hypermobility syndromes and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? What role does Bartonella play in Morgellons? What is the foundation for treating Bartonella? What modalities can be helpful for terrain optimization? What role do nutritional IVs play in Bartonella treatment? Are antibiotics necessary in treating Bartonella? What herbs may be helpful for addressing Bartonella? How might oxidative therapies such as ozone, EBOO, and ozone plasmapheresis be used? How often do biofilms need to be addressed? What antimicrobial and immune-modulating peptides have a role? Can Bartonella be fully eradicated? Once a patient has recovered, can treatment be stopped? Or is there a maintenance strategy for longer-term support? Connect With My Guest: http://BioResetMedical.com Interview Date: May 3, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode165. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about mold inspection and remediation. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Michael Rubino. Michael Rubino, CMR, IEP is an air quality expert who helps bridge the gap between the air in our homes and its direct impact on our health. Michael works with over 100 doctors globally to not only raise awareness but also provide solutions to correctly identify and remove the pollutants causing this global health crisis. As President of All American Restoration, Michael specializes in working with people who are immunocompromised or have acute and sustained reactions to mold exposure and has helped heal over 1,000 families. He is also a council-certified Mold Remediator by IICRC and ACAC and is a contributing member, sponsor, and speaker for the Indoor Air Quality Association. He is the author of The Mold Medic and a contributor to MindBodyGreen. Michael has been featured on Gwyneth Paltrow's The goop Podcast and goop's website, Brandi Glanville's Unfiltered Podcast, Luke Storey, Forbes, USA Today, and Bloom TV, to name a few. He hosts the YouTube series "Mold Talks" where guests include medical experts as well as mold recovery patients, including media icon Atoosa Rubenstein. Key Takeaways: How important is considering the allergenic aspects of mold exposure? What sets the stage for environmental illness? What issues lead to mold or water-damage in a building? What testing options are used to evaluate a home? Is air sampling an appropriate testing method? How should a dust sample be collected for an ERMI? How is an ERMI interpreted? Why is an ERMI score even less helpful post-remediation? What is the role of Actinomycetes and endotoxins? Can mold dogs be used to identify a mold source? What are the 3 main steps in a proper remediation? How many sources of contamination are commonly found in a water-damaged building? What are the key elements of a remediation plan? Is fogging a viable tool for resolving issues arising from water-damage? What are the challenges posed by an HVAC system? What issues arise from crawl spaces, basements, and attics? Can cars be remediated? How can one remediate on a budget? What personal belongings may need to be discarded? What are the criteria for a successful remediation? What should one expect in terms of a guarantee from a remediator? Can a home be remediated such that one can recover in the same environment in which they became ill? What dehumidifiers, vacuums, and air filters does The Mold Medic find helpful? Connect With My Guest: http://TheMoldMedic.com Related Resources: All American Restoration Interview Date: April 21, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode164. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Thiamine Deficiency Disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Chandler Marrs. Chandler Marrs, MS, MA, PhD is an independent health researcher and writer. She is the co-author of the book "Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition" and the author of over 200 articles on various topics, from women's health and hormones, medication reactions, to mitochondrial function and dysfunction. She is the founder and editor of the online health journal "Hormones Matter" which boasts a rich archive of over 1400 articles including in-depth research analysis and patient case stories. She is also the founder and administrator of a patient research group on Facebook called "Understanding Mitochondrial Nutrients". In her spare time, she is a competitive powerlifter and works to support strength sports for older women through her website and Facebook group "Old Ladies Lift". Key Takeaways: What is thiamine and its fundamental roles in the body? How common is thiamine deficiency? What is the ideal way to test for thiamine deficiency? Does thiamine influence gene expression? What role does thiamine play in medication and vaccine reactions? What is the connection between thiamine deficiency and dysautonomia? Might thiamine play a role in SIBO? Can thiamine be helpful for those in a Cell Danger Response state? Which environmental stressors may deplete the body of thiamine? Does thiamine impact the limbic system? How does thiamine lead to hypoxia and resulting sympathetic dominance? Does thiamine play a role in glucose regulation? Does thiamine repletion have the potential to lead to a worsening of symptoms? What is the connection between elevated levels of lactic acid and thiamine deficiency? Might toxic mold exposure interfere with the absorption of thiamine? Has thiamine repletion been a helpful strategy in CFS/ME patients? Does thiamine play a role in methylation? Could glyphosate lead to large-scale thiamine deficiency? Might thiamine be helpful in autism, PANS/PANDAS, or neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's? What form of thiamine is most health-supporting? Connect With My Guest: http://HormonesMatter.com Related Resources: Book - Thiamine Deficiency Disease, Dysautonomia, and High Calorie Malnutrition Article - Hiding in Plain Sight: Modern Thiamine Deficiency Interview Date: March 29, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode163. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about recovering from toxic mold illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Bridgit Danner. Bridgit Danner, LAc, FDN-P was working as an acupuncturist in Portland, Oregon when her health started to deteriorate. She learned a lot, tried a lot of things and even completed a functional health coaching program in an effort to heal herself and become a better practitioner. Although several things kind of helped, nothing helped completely, and she hit rock bottom in the winter of 2014. Soon after she discovered toxic mold in her 100-yr old home and began the long journey of home and body repair. Bridgit got into the natural medicine field in 2000 as a young environmentalist. She practiced as an acupuncturist and integrative clinic owner for 13 years, performing well over 10,000 sessions, before transitioning to the online space as a functional health coach and educator. Bridgit loves to teach about everyday detox, functional living and toxic mold illness. She is the founder of a line of detox supplements called Functional Detox Products. Key Takeaways: Where is toxic mold most commonly encountered? What are the symptoms observed in those with mold illness? How does one find proper testing and remediation resources? What are the pros and cons of the EMMA and ERMI? How can the body be tested for mold illness? Does mold illness activate chronic infections? What are some items that damage energy production? What can one do if they cannot move? What belongings can be taken to a new environment? What are some common issues to be aware of when remediating? Can limbic system retraining be helpful? What are some key tools for supporting detoxification? How can sleep be optimized? How might healthy fats be supportive of healing? What binders might be helpful? What is the role of sauna in mold illness recovery? Are coffee enemas a game changer in mold illness? Connect With My Guest: http://BridgitDanner.com Related Resources: The Ultimate Toxic Mold Recovery Guide: Take Back Your Home, Health & Life Interview Date: March 1, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode162. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the use of Induced Native Phage Therapy in dealing with chronic infections. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. David Jernigan. David Jernigan, DNM, DC is one of the country's top innovators of precision bioenergetic testing and treatment technologies, with his most recent innovation, INPT (Induced Native Phage Therapy) possibly being one of his most important technologies to date. He is constantly pushing the limits of research and development with a passion to get ever closer to 100% cure rate. He was the first to publish a book on the natural treatment of people suffering from post-treatment Lyme Disease and is a published author of five books, with his best-seller being, "Beating Lyme Disease, 2nd Edition". He is nationally recognized as a leader in the purest form of medical treatment philosophy, Biological and Bioregulatory Medicine. For 27 years, Dr. Jernigan and his team of doctors have only treated the toughest cases, with almost 90% of patients coming from other states and countries for his unique testing and treatments. He has trained doctors to utilize his powerful new technologies in his flagship clinic, the Biologix Center for Optimum Health, in Franklin, Tennessee, specializing in the treatment of chronic illness and previously considered incurable cases. Key Takeaways: What are phages and where do they originate? How difficult is it to find phages in our environment? Are phages always health-promoting? How does a phage lead to the demise of an organism? Does each bacteria or bacterial species have its own phage? How does INPT induce native phages? Can multiple phages be induced simultaneously? Does INPT lead to Herxheimer reactions? What was the success rate with INPT in a recent research paper? Do lab tests exist for Borrelia phages? Bartonella? Others? Can phages be used to address fungal colonization from exposure to water-damaged buildings? Are phages helpful in addressing Candida overgrowth? Might a phage be helpful in addressing MARCoNS? Do phages work for parasites? Can phages deal with viruses such as EBV or Herpes Zoster? Does the right phage for the triggering infection bring resolution to conditions believed to be autoimmune? Connect With My Guest: http://BiologixCenter.com http://PhagenCorp.com Related Resources: Research Paper: Induced Native Phage Therapy for the Treatment of Lyme Disease and Relapsing Fever: A Retrospective Review of First 14 Months in One Clinic Interview Date: February 10, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode161. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the evaluation of personal energies using intuition and medical devices to diagnose and treat complex medical illnesses. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan. Neil Nathan, MD has been a Board-Certified Family Physician and is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Holistic Medicine. He recently retired from clinical practice after nearly 5 decades of patient care. From the time that he began medical school at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine, it has always been his passion to try to help as many of his patients as possible. He was never satisfied with sending patients home with the cliché: "Sorry, we just don't have any answers for you." For him, and for his patients, conventional medicine had many answers, but sometimes they weren't enough. Starting his 50-year medical career as a family physician, he delivered babies, did some minor surgery and worked in the emergency room, providing the most comprehensive care that he could. Over the years, he found that other disciplines held the promise of providing useful answers for those patients who did not respond adequately to conventional medical care. Slowly his practice evolved into something new, that did not really have a name, and he called it Complex Medical Problem Solving. Over time, he found himself working mostly with those unfortunate patients who had not received a clear diagnosis from conventional medicine and were suffering with persistent and debilitating illnesses including Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Chronic Lyme disease with its coinfections, Autism, and all varieties of Chronic Pain, amongst others. He is the author of several popular books including his 2018 book "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness" and his 2021 book "Energetic Diagnosis" and 2022 update "Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment 2022". Key Takeaways: Why is conventional medicine not open to many tools in the energy realm? What is the ideal balance of biochemistry vs. physics in a treatment protocol? Is intuition a form of energetic diagnosis? Are empaths more likely to develop physical illnesses? What are energetic cords? What is an energy vampire? Are energy medicine tools necessary as a counterbalance to the increasing levels of EMFs in our environment? What are tools like FSM and LENS? How does one become a healer? What is the piezoelectric effect? Can energetic stagnation be felt using palpation? What can be learned about healing from interactions with plants? Can physical illnesses originate in the spiritual realm? Connect With My Guest: http://NeilNathanMD.com Related Resources: Book: Energetic Diagnosis Book: Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment 2022 Interview Date: January 21, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode160. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Integrative Cardiology. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jack Wolfson. Jack Wolfson, DO, FACC is a board-certified cardiologist and a fellow of the American College of Cardiology. He has emerged as one of the world's leading holistic natural cardiologists and was a Natural Choice Award Winner in the Holistic MD category from Natural Awakenings Magazine. His ideas have been featured by NBC and CNN and covered in publications like USA Today and The Wall Street Journal. Prior to opening Wolfson Integrative Cardiology, Dr. Jack was Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation at Paradise Valley Hospital in Arizona. He was also a partner in Arizona's largest cardiology practice. As a trusted leader in heart health and natural heart health, Dr. Jack has taught more than 10,000 physicians his natural heart health best practices. His book, The Paleo Cardiologist: The Natural Way to Heart Health, was an Amazon #1 best seller. He is an in-demand lecturer about natural healthy living without Big Pharma pills and invasive procedures. Key Takeaways: Why is cholesterol not the cardiovascular risk factor once thought to be? How might one mitigate the impact of statin medications? How important is LDL particle size and LP(a)? What is the role of sugar in higher levels of cholesterol? Should salt be avoided? Is aspirin beneficial for minimizing heart attacks and strokes? Can supplemental calcium lead to systemic calcification? How might the Carnivore diet be helpful? Might reverse osmosis or distilled water be a healthy option? What is the role of food allergy in systemic inflammation? What are the primary causes of high blood pressure? Is POTS a cardiovascular problem or an autonomic nervous system problem? What is the role of nitric oxide in optimizing circulation? Does poor dentition contribute to cardiovascular issues? What infections or toxicants may contribute to heart issues? Can EMFs impact the electrical system of the heart? What are some tools that can be helpful in supporting optimal cardiovascular health? Connect With My Guest: https://NaturalHeartDoctor.com Related Resources: Book: Paleo Cardiologist: The Natural Way to Heart Health https://WolfsonIntegrativeCardiology.com ttps://TheDrsWolfson.com Interview Date: January 5, 2022 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode159. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about chronic UTIs and Interstitial Cystitis. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Ruth Kriz. Utilizing her functional medicine background as well as experience in microbiology and teaching pharmacology, Ruth Kriz, MSN, APRN has spent the majority of her professional career as a Nurse Practitioner working with Chronic UTI and Interstitial Cystitis patients. Her practice expanded to patients from almost all the states in the US as well as from 35 countries who came to her seeking answers beyond symptom management. Through molecular testing, an understanding of the genetics common to these patients, and an understanding of how this contributes to chronic infection and biofilms, she has been able to successfully treat this population. These factors have broad implications for other chronic infections (sinus, prostate, ear infections, wounds, etc.) as well as fibromyalgia, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions in which biofilms are an important contributor. She has closed her medical practice, but she has reinvented as a consultant to help practitioners learn how to utilize her approach for curing these patients. Key Takeaways: How do chronic UTIs evolve into Interstitial Cystitis (IC) over time? What are the primary contributors to chronic UTIs and IC? How is the potential for infection best explored in these conditions? What types of microbes are commonly found in these patients? Do chronic Lyme disease and mold illness play a role in these conditions? What are the key genetic contributors? What role does ammonia play in creating the right environment for microbial overgrowth? How might Nrf2 support be helpful in treating these conditions? What is the role of hypercoagulation and biofilm? How does vitamin D impact these conditions? Is MCAS involved in chronic UTIs and IC? Are oxalates a primary contributor? What are some of the treatment options to explore? Why is detoxification support important? What is the prognosis for those dealing with chronic UTIs and IC? Connect With My Guest: https://RuthKriz.com Related Resources: Slides Femologist LiveUTIFree Interview Date: December 9, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode158. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about "The Survival Paradox: Reversing the Hidden Cause of Aging and Chronic Disease". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Isaac Eliaz. Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc is a recognized expert in the field of integrative medicine, focusing on cancer and complex conditions. He is a respected clinician, researcher, author, educator, and mind-body practitioner. Dr. Eliaz partners with leading research institutes, including Harvard, National Institutes of Health (NIH), and Columbia to co-author scientific studies on today's most serious conditions. He has spent decades studying meditation with an emphasis on healing and deepening the mind-body connection. Dr. Eliaz is the founder and medical director of Amitabha Medical Clinic & Healing Center in Santa Rosa, California. Key Takeaways: How is the body's ability to survive often a major contributor to a state of poor health? How can we learn to breathe deeply in the midst of fear, anxiety, and panic? How does feeling safe lead to lower levels of oxygen and create an environment for infections and even cancer? Can limbic system retraining shift one from a state of survival to a state of harmony? What is the "architect of the survival response"? Can galectin-3 be tested for with traditional labs? What is the role of galectin-3 in the formation of biofilms? Can targeting galectin-3 flip the inflammation switch to the off position? How does an individual survival focus make us sick? How can galectin-3 be reduced with modified citrus pectin (MCP)? How might MCP act as a prebiotic and support the microbiome? How important is exploring and resolving trauma in order to improve health? How might therapeutic apheresis be a tool for reducing galectin-3? What is the role of galectin-3 in kidney and liver health? Is galectin-3 involved in hypercoagulation or hyperviscosity? Does galectin-3 play a role in neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, or ALS? Can a focus on mental and emotional health improve our detoxification capacity on a physical level? Does the body detoxify more efficiently when inflammation is reduced? Connect With My Guest: https://SurvivalParadox.com Interview Date: November 23, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode157. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about mold and mycotoxins as a root cause of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Beth O'Hara. Beth O'Hara, FN is a Functional Naturopath specializing in complex chronic immune conditions related to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and Histamine Intolerance. She is the founder and owner of Mast Cell 360, a Functional Naturopathy Practice designed to look at all factors surrounding health conditions: genetic, epigenetic, biochemical, physiological, environmental, and emotional. Her subspecialties are Mold Toxicity and Genetic Analysis in the area of Mast Cell Activation and Histamine Intolerance. She designed Mast Cell 360 to be the kind of practice she wished had existed when she was severely ill with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance, Neural Inflammation, Lyme, Mold Toxicity, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue. Her mission today is to be a guiding light for others with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, Histamine Intolerance and these related conditions in their healing journeys. Through her Mast Cell 360 Root Cause process, she discovers the unique root factors affecting each of her clients' health issues, building personalized, effective roadmaps for healing. She holds a doctorate in Functional Naturopathy, a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a Bachelor's degree in Physiological Psychology. She is certified in Functional Genomic Analysis and is a Research Adviser for the Nutrigenetic Research Institute. Key Takeaways: How common is mold as a trigger for MCAS? What internal and external testing options are helpful for exploring mold? What environments are common contributors to mold exposure? What factors have created the perfect storm for mold toxicity? Are some conditions difficult to fix or resistant to treatment if mold has not been addressed first? What is the connection between mold illness and salicylate intolerance? What role do chemicals and pesticides play in terms of toxicant contribution to chronic illness? Does finding Actinomycetes in a water-damaged building change the course of treatment? Are most clients stuck in a Cell Danger Response? What are some seemingly good interventions that may backfire when one is stuck in CDR? What is Beth's 8 step approach to addressing mold illness? How important is a focus on the nervous system, vagus nerve, and limbic system in support of recovery? Can most clients remediate, or do they need to move? How important is a low lectin diet? What are some tips for improving hydration and constipation? What are some of her favorite tools for stabilizing mast cells? Which binders have been most helpful for her clients? How are detoxification and drainage supported? What tools may be helpful for addition colonization? What does recovery look like? Connect With My Guest: https://MastCell360.com Related Resources: MC360 Precision Mold Master Class Course 10% off code mentioned in the podcast at 01:30:50 Mast Cell Nervous System Reboot Course 10% off code mentioned in the podcast at 01:30:50 Interview Date: November 12, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode156. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of MastCell360.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about how to boost your immune system, heal your gut, and unlock your mental, emotional, and spiritual health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Peter Kozlowski. Peter Kozlowski, MD uses a broad array of tools to find the source of the body's dysfunction. He takes the time to listen to his patients and plots their history on a timeline, considering what makes them unique and co-creating with them a truly individualized care plan. Currently he works with patients online and in person via his Chicago, Illinois and Bozeman, Montana based offices. Dr. Kozlowski did his residency in Family Practice but started training in Functional Medicine as an intern. He trained in the clinics with leaders in his field including Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Deepak Chopra, and Dr. Susan Blum. His recently published book "Unfunc Your Gut" encapsulates his collaborative, patient-first healthcare approach which offers a blend of medical insight and the experiential wisdom of his own healing journey through addiction recovery. Overall Doc Koz inspires us to seek and find real answers to "what's going on with my health?" and empowers readers with practical strategies to achieve true balance of body, mind, and spirit. His expertise is in gut health, but he also works daily with food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, detoxing from toxic chemicals such as heavy metals and mold, and most importantly mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Key Takeaways: Why are so many people experiencing issues with gut health? What are the 5 main areas to explore regardless of a diagnosis? What is the gut-brain connection? Can the mind change our microbiome? How often are tension or dysregulation within the nervous system a roadblock to recovery? How common is low stomach acid? What role do PPIs play in GI issues? How often do MCAS and histamine intolerance play a role? What impact do mold and mycotoxins have on gut health? What diets have been most helpful for his patients? What is the difference between food allergy and food sensitivity? How important is fiber for supporting the microbiome and detoxification? Can intermittent fasting support autophagy and detoxification? Does the presence of Clostridia always warrant treatment? How commonly do parasites play a role in complex, chronic GI issues? Is the treatment of SIBO about killing a bug, or is a broader, more holistic strategy needed? How is IBS different from or the same as SIBO? Could probiotics be contributors to SIBO? What is the role of estrogen dominance? What tools can be used to increase HRV? What interventions have been most helpful for supporting the mental, emotional, spiritual contributors to illness? Connect With My Guest: https://Doc-Koz.com Related Resources: Unfunc Your Gut Interview Date: October 26, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode155. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about cutting edge integrative medicine tools in support of those dealing with complex, chronic illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Michael Karlfeldt. Michael Karlfeldt, ND, PhD is a Board-Certified Naturopath with expertise in a wide variety of naturopathic modalities and healing practices. His fascination with naturopathy began at an early age when he met Dr. Ingemar Wiberg, a leading Swedish Naturopathic Doctor, in Switzerland when he was 13 years old. After studying Engineering for two years, he worked with Dr. Wilberg for seven years in a demanding, rigorous, and carefully-supervised apprenticeship. It was this work that opened his eyes to the world of natural healing. Dr. Karlfeldt currently practices at the Karlfeldt Center in Meridian, Idaho, where he works with patients using numerous healing tools including: IV Therapy, Applied Psycho Neurobiology, Oxidative Medicine, Naturopathic Oncology, Neural Therapy, Sports Performance, Energy Medicine, Natural Medicine, Nutritional Therapies, Aromatherapy, Auriculotherapy, Reflexology, Autonomic Response Testing, Anti-Aging Medicine, and others. His passion to promote Natural Health publicly has led Dr. Karlfeldt to be a sought-after lecturer, writer, and professor. His current endeavors include hosting of the popular TV show "True Health with Dr. Karlfeldt" available on Amazon Prime and the HealthMade Radio Show and Podcast. Tens of thousands of patients have sought his naturopathic expertise in his clinic in the more than 30 years that Dr. Karlfeldt has been practicing. Dr. Karlfeldt believes in the innate intelligence and healing power of the body and if properly supported spiritually, emotionally, and nutritionally, it can find its way back to health. Key Takeaways: How does Autonomic Response Testing (ART) provide new insights? How often does trauma play a role in complex, chronic illness? What do live blood cell microscopy and oxidative dried blood testing tell about the patient's health status? In support of detoxification, how are Laser Energetic Detox (LED) and ionic foot baths utilized? What are the more common conditions where ozone therapy may be helpful? Can HBOT be helpful in those dealing with chronic Lyme disease? What is PDT or photodynamic therapy? What are the applications of PDT? What is the role of a photosensitizer? Can PDT help to address microbial overgrowths? What is the role of stem cell medicine in Lyme disease and other chronic conditions? What is platelet-derived nano medicine? Are platelets able to deliver medications to a specific target area in the body? What is the HOCATT? How might peptides be supportive in chronic conditions? What cutting edge integrative medicine tools might be used in the treatment of Lyme disease or mold illness? Connect With My Guest: https://TheKarlfeldtCenter.com Interview Date: October 12, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode154. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the numerous contributors to conditions associated with brain inflammation. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Kenneth Bock. As a leader in integrative medicine, Kenneth Bock, MD has accumulated over 35 years of experience diagnosing the root cause of chronic illnesses and restoring balance to his patients' immune systems. He founded Bock Integrative Medicine in response to the increasing need for board-certified medical providers who take a unique "whole body" approach to diagnosing and treating chronic illness. Dr. Bock is a well-respected integrative medicine doctor and autism expert who focuses on the treatment of autism and co-occurring conditions, PANS/PANDAS, Infection-Triggered Autoimmune Brain Inflammation, tick-borne illnesses, and adult conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and heart disease. He integrates alternative modalities with conventional medicine into a comprehensive integrative medicine practice. His natural curiosity and expertise in working with medical problems that have been difficult to diagnose and treat make him sought after by patients throughout the world as an expert at tackling complex medical problems. Key Takeaways: How often do psychiatric conditions find themselves rooted in underlying biological factors such as infections and environmental toxicants? What is Infection-Triggered Autoimmune Brain Inflammation (ITABI)? What is Mood Dysregulation Spectrum and the symptoms that may present? What are some of the common nutrient deficiencies observed? How can immune tolerance be improved? Is it the bug or the host response that makes the disease? What are the common infections seen in ITABI? What tools can be helpful in quenching the fire of inflammation? What role do Th1, Th2, Th17, and Treg cells play? How can intestinal barrier function be improved? What role does the vagus nerve play in healing? How are the underlying triggers for PANS or ITABI identified? Can CBD be helpful for neuroinflammation? Is IVIG a helpful tool in children with ITABI? Which Lyme-associated microbe is the hardest to treat? Does mold exposure in water-damaged building play a role? What is the role of evaluating and supporting mitochondrial function in ITABI recovery? Connect With My Guest: https://BrainInflamed.com https://BockIntegrative.com Related Resources: https://BockNutritionals.com Interview Date: September 29, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode153. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the connection between Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and medical implants. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Tania Dempsey. Tania Dempsey, MD is an expert in chronic disease, autoimmune disorders, and mast cell activation syndrome. She is sought after internationally for her knowledge of chronic immune dysregulation and has attracted patients from Israel, England, Thailand, and France. Dr. Dempsey utilizes integrative medicine to get to the patient's root causes of their illness. Her purpose is to understand why people get sick and to help patients understand their body and why it fails them when it does. Key Takeaways: What is the difference between primary and secondary MCAS What are the primary triggers of MCAS? What is the connection between MCAS and MCS? What are the best lab tests to explore MCAS? Do breast implants contribute to MCAS? What is capsular contracture? Can fungus and mold be found in breast implants? Do biofilms grow around breast implants? Does explantation lead to improvement in MCAS patients? Do metal implants in the body trigger MCAS? Are there options for material compatibility testing that can be evaluated before implant placement? Can hernias be repaired without the use of mesh? Do dental materials play a role in triggering MCAS? Do fluoroquinolones trigger MCAS? Are gentle approaches to detoxification better tolerated in MCAS patients? Is there a potential downside in over-stabilizing mast cells? Can Th1/Th2 modulation interventions help to reduce MCAS symptoms? Does a focus on the limbic system and vagus nerve lead patients to improvement? Connect With My Guest: https://DrTaniaDempsey.com Interview Date: September 10, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode152. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the miracle molecule know as melatonin. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. John Lieurance. John Lieurance, ND, DC is a naturopathic and chiropractic neurologist who has been in private practice for over 27 years. He directs Advanced Rejuvenation, a multi-disciplinary clinic, with a focus on alternative and regenerative medicine, naturopathic medicine, functional neurology, functional cranial release, Lumomed, Lyme disease, mold illness, and many other neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, degenerative neurological disease, and inner ear conditions. He travels internationally teaching other doctors about the benefits of melatonin and various protocols using melatonin as well as other modalities. Dr. Lieurance founded UltimateCellularReset.com, a web based educational portal, which sends out weekly videos on health and wellness tools for overcoming disease and fostering longevity and vitality. He has been featured in many podcasts and documentaries. Key Takeaways: What is melatonin? Where is it produced in the body? What properties does melatonin have that go beyond sleep support? How might melatonin help the body to mitigate stress? Can melatonin help with autonomic nervous system balance? Does melatonin support the mitochondria and production of ATP? Does melatonin support the brain's ability to detoxify and minimize neurodegenerative conditions? Can melatonin support autophagy and balance mTOR/autophagy? Might melatonin have a role in dealing with chronic infections? How might melatonin support detoxification of heavy metals? Does melatonin help to balance the immune system? Is melatonin a reasonable tool to consider in those with autoimmune conditions? How important is it to decalcify the pineal gland? How might melatonin be helpful in those with SIBO? What forms of melatonin work best? What is high-dose melatonin? Connect With My Guest: Melatonin Miracle Molecule Book Related Resources: MitoZen Use code BETTERHEALTH to get 10% off Interview Date: August 24, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode151. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of MitoZen. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about EMFs and the Electro-Pollution Fix. About My Guests: My guests for this episode are Nick Pineault and Brian Hoyer. Nick "The EMF Guy" Pineault is the #1 bestselling author of "The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs" and an advocate for safe technologies. Through his unconventional approach blending humor, science, and common sense, he's becoming a leading voice on the topic of electromagnetic pollution and how it affects our health. For the last few years, Nick has been interviewing some of the best minds on health and technology and facilitating the creation of courses and educational materials to raise awareness on this very important issue. Brian Hoyer's dive into health started when he became a father wanting to provide the most optimal growing environment for his family. His desire for them to thrive and devotion to discover the truth drove him to find the most insightful and effective cutting-edge methods for addressing what's really going on in our bodies and environments. This led Brian to become a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, to train with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, and to become a certified Geobiologist trained by a pioneering naturopathic and environmental medicine clinic in Austria that's been addressing EMF and geopathic stress since 1983. Brian and his wife, Lindsey, built an EMF shielded tiny house in the summer of 2017. Brian travels all over the country doing EMF assessments, speaking at conferences and on podcasts, and helping families install shielding solutions. He doesn't always bring the tiny house with him. It's not really so tiny! Key Takeaways: What are key symptoms of EHS? What are coherent vs. incoherent or natural vs. unnatural EMFs? How concerned should we be about 5G? What self-testing devices are recommended? How do EMFs impact detoxification? Might EMFs be a trigger for MCAS? Does the limbic system play a role in EHS? Should sleep canopies be grounded? Do they block 5G? Can grounding pads mitigate the impact of EMFs? What daytime reduction strategies should be considered? Are smart meters still a concern? Do electric cars have high levels of EMFs? Can EMF harmonizers be helpful? What are some nutritional interventions that can help to mitigate the impact of EMFs on the body? Connect With My Guests: Nick Pineault - https://TheEMFGuy.com Brian Hoyer - https://ShieldedHealing.com Related Resources: Electro-Pollution Fix - https://betterhealthguy.link/Electro-PollutionFix Interview Date: August 19, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode150. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of N&G Media Inc. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about how to create a healthy gut. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Steven Wright. Steven Wright is a medical engineer, Kalish Functional Medicine Institute Graduate, and gut health specialist. He spent close to $400,000 overcoming his own health challenges using everything from western medicine to shamans. Steven is the founder of healthygut.com. He lives in Boulder, CO with his fiancé Shay and their two dogs. Key Takeaways: Why are so many people dealing with SIBO today? What are the upstream issues and less commonly discussed contributors to SIBO? What is the migrating motor complex? What is the role of parasites in gut health? What contributes to low stomach acid? How can it be tested for? Is acid reflux actually a lack of stomach acid? Can hydrochloric acid be used in people that have H. Pylori? What are the different enzymes that are needed for optimal digestion and assimilation? What role do SCFAs like butyrate play in gut health? Can addressing stomach acid, enzymes, and SCFAs reduce histamine and improve food options for those on restricted diets? What is the role of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics in supporting the microbiome? How are HCL Guard+™, HoloZyme™, and Tributyrin-X™ unique? What symptoms do people report improve with them? How are they dosed? How might Xylanase in HoloZyme™ help with sensitivity to phenolics? Do people generally tolerate enzymes created from Aspergillus? Are there any contraindications for the Healthy Gut products? Resources: HCL Guard+™ HoloZyme™ Tributyrin-X™ Use discount code BETTERHEALTH15 for $15 off first time purchases and free shipping (US only). Interview Date: July 13, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode149. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of HealthyGut.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about how to resolve chronic viruses through immune modulation. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Frank Shallenberger. Frank Shallenberger, MD has been practicing medicine since 1973 and has been a pioneer in alternative and integrative medicine since 1978. He is one of only 16 physicians in Nevada that are licensed both in conventional medicine as well as alternative and homeopathic medicine; allowing him to integrate the best of both approaches for optimal results. Dr. Shallenberger has revolutionized the practice of anti-aging and preventive medicine by developing a method to measure mitochondrial function and oxygen utilization. He has written two popular books describing this method: "The Type 2 Diabetes Breakthrough" and "Bursting With Energy" and has authored numerous papers in the international peer reviewed literature on ozone therapy and oxygen utilization. He is also the editor of Second Opinion alternative medical newsletter. He is the developer of Prolozone®, an injection technique that has been shown to regenerate damaged joints, herniated discs, and degenerated joints, tendons, and soft tissues. He published the first paper on Prolozone Therapy in the Journal of Prolotherapy entitled "Prolozone – Regenerating Joints and Eliminating Pain". Key Takeaways: What is a virus? Do they contribute to disease? Should the focus be on killing or on immune modulation? Can some viruses be health-promoting? Can antivirals be helpful in dealing with chronic viruses? What is the role of Th1 and Th2 in response to chronic viruses? What are some of the factors that lead to Th2 dominance Where do antibodies come into the discussion? Are high IgG levels relevant? How do "factories" and "missiles" help to explain the situation with chronic viruses? How big of a foe is EBV? Does the body itself produce ozone? Can ozone help to address both the "factories" and the "missiles"? What are some top "missile defense" tools? How might NK cells be stimulated in shifting the system towards Th1? How might medicinal mushrooms be helpful? Can melatonin be immune-modulating? How might hydrocortisone be helpful in addressing chronic viruses? Is it important to address parasites before downregulating Th2 response? How might immune tolerance tools like LDI be helpful in balancing the immune response? In chronic illness, would more ozone passes be less often or less passes more often be more effective? Connect With My Guest: http://AntiAgingMedicine.com Interview Date: June 25, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode148. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of fats that heal in supporting health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Udo Erasmus. The legendary Udo Erasmus is the co-founder of the Udo's Choice line, which can be found in Whole Foods and other health food stores worldwide. Udo designed the machinery for making oils with health in mind and pioneered flax oil, a billion-dollar industry. However, Udo walked a difficult path to become the man he is today. Being a child of war, Udo's life began with intense struggle. As an adult, he got pesticide poisoning in 1980, leaving doctors at a loss regarding treatment. Deciding to take his health into his own hands, Udo began researching, and his discoveries led him to a passion for finding the answers to life's big questions which would hopefully one day bring him and the world peace. Today, Udo is an acclaimed speaker and author of many books, including the best-selling "Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill" which has sold over 250,000 copies. He teaches at events hosted by Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra, has keynoted an international brain health conference, and has traveled to over 30 countries to conduct thousands of live presentations, media interviews, and staff trainings impacting more than 25,000,000 lives with his message on oils, health, peace, nature, and human nature. Udo has an extensive education in biochemistry, genetics, biology, and nutrition, including a master's degree in counseling psychology. Key Takeaways: What are the symptoms of healing fat deficiency? What is the best ratio of omegas? Can some people have problems converting ALA and LA to EPA and DHA? Where does fish oil come from? Would Udo ever use fish oil How can one test for their fatty acid deficiencies? Does fat make us fat? What impact does olive oil have on health?] Can sunflower, sesame, and safflower oil be healthy? When might one want to consider Evening Primrose, Borage, or Black Currant Seed oil? How bad is canola oil? How important is it to have a focus on increasing fat assimilation? Can antioxidants help minimize the impact of oxidized fats Can fats help with detoxification? Are fats able to support the body against infections? Might fats minimize the potential of future neurodegenerative conditions like MS and Alzheimer's? Do fats play a role in hypercoagulation? Connect With My Guest: http://UdoErasmus.com Related Resources: Your Body Needs an Oil Change eBook Interview Date: June 8, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode147. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about fluoroquinolone toxicity or "floxing". About My Guests: My guests for this episode are Dr. Mark Ghalili and Jason Sousa. Mark Ghalili, DO is a Regenerative Medicine Specialist at Regenerative Medicine LA. He pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of California Irvine and then went on to obtain his medical degree at Western University of Health Sciences. As a regenerative medicine specialist, Dr. Ghalili's passion lies in teaching his patients about chronic disease, prevention, and finding the underlying reasons for an illness. Unfortunately, a monumental event in his own personal life changed his path forever. In late 2016, Dr. Ghalili experienced a severe and common adverse reaction to a widely prescribed antibiotic called Cipro. On his second day of antibiotic treatment, he found himself grasping for life in excruciating pain. This was only the beginning of an onslaught of symptoms that changed his life forever. Dr. Ghalili soon suffered from complete muscle wasting, burning neuropathy, seizures, brain fog, vertigo, blurry vision, and tendon tears in his legs. His life became confined to a wheelchair, crippled and unable to walk. Dr. Ghalili's only hope was implementing alternative and regenerative therapies, as the traditional medical doctors had no answer for him, nor did they even believe him. Dr. Ghalili went from being confined in a wheelchair, unable to treat patients, living in excruciating pain, to gaining the gift of running again, something he will never take for granted. Dr. Ghalili was persistent to gain his normal life back so he could help millions around the world. Jason Sousa is a patient advocate and editor of FloxieHope.com. His own health took a sharp decline six months after using a fluoroquinolone antibiotic in 2013. Today, Jason works tirelessly to help others that have been "floxed" to improve the quality of their lives and put an end to their suffering by sharing knowledge and stories of hope. Key Takeaways: What medications may lead to "floxing"? How common is damage from fluoroquinolone antibiotics What are the symptoms associated with fluoroquinolone toxicity? How long does it take to be "floxed"? How might these medications contribute to CFS/ME? Are there conditions or genetic predispositions that increase the potential for a bad outcome? What is the mechanism of action? Can any labs show that these medications have led to damage? What is the role of fluoride in "floxing"? Do other medications contain fluoride and have similar potential adverse outcomes? Is the damage limited to the tendons? What is the role of magnesium and iron in fluoroquinolone toxicity? How do these drugs impact collagen and structural integrity Is there a connection between fluoroquinolones and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Can fluoroquinolones trigger Mast Cell Activation Syndrome How can side effects be minimized? Can supporting the mitochondria lead to improvement? Is there a place for detoxification of fluoride? What is the role of leaky gut and supporting the microbiome Can supplemental collagen be helpful? How can macrophages be shifted to the anti-inflammatory M2 type? Is there a place for IVIG, ozone, Prolozone, HBOT, PEMF, or red light therapy? What is the prognosis for patients? Connect With My Guests: http://RegenerativeMedicineLA.com http://FloxieHope.com Interview Date: May 25, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode146. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn strategies for achieving Radical Longevity. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Ann Louise Gittleman. Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS is a trend setting pioneer in the health and healing arena. She holds an MS in Nutrition Education from Columbia University, the title of Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) from the American College of Nutrition, and a PhD in Holistic Nutrition. The award-winning author of more than thirty-five books (including several New York Times bestsellers), Ann Louise has also served as the Chief Nutritionist of the Pediatric Clinic at Bellevue Hospital and is the former Director of Nutrition at the Pritikin Longevity Center in Santa Monica, CA. She is highly respected as an international leader in diet, nutrition and the environment. Her latest book is "RADICAL LONGEVITY - The Powerful Plan to Sharpen Your Brain, Strengthen Your Body, and Reverse the Symptoms of Aging". Key Takeaways: What factors are contributing to the health challenges people face today? While "Immunity is Everything", how does quercetin play a role? Why is melatonin the "Immune Warrior Hormone"? What tools can be helpful for heavy metal detoxification and to "Take On Toxic Overload"? What are some top glyphosate detoxification strategies? Do parasites still play a role nearly 30 years after the release of her book "Guess What Came to Dinner"? What strategies can be used to "Stop Advanced Glycation End Products"? What tools can be used to "Free Up Fascia for Youthful Movement"? What approaches can be used to "Activate Cellular Rejuvenation"? In "Minding Your Minerals", what is the role of copper and iron toxicity? Given the importance of "Optimizing the Gut-Brain Connection", what tools can be used? What is the "5 Day Radical Longevity Reset"? What can be done to support cognition and brain health? Why is low cholesterol not always a good thing? How can bones, muscles, and joints be supported? What leads to the best possible skin and hair? Are bioidentical hormones a good thing? What are the leading tools in regenerative medicine? Connect With My Guest: http://AnnLouise.com Related Resources: Radical Longevity Book UNIKEY Health Interview Date: May 4, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode145. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of UNIKEY Health. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about PANS and PANDAS and approaches for supporting children impacted by these conditions. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Anju Usman Singh. Anju Usman Singh, MD is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois. She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANS/PANDAS, Down Syndrome, and related conditions. She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as serving on faculty for MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman Singh received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is board certified in Family Practice and Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM). Key Takeaways: Why is immune dysregulation, inflammation, MCAS, and autoimmunity more common than ever? Is autoimmunity driven by a persistent infection or toxicant? What are the diagnostic criteria for PANS/PANDAS? What are some key labs used to explore these conditions Can vertical transfer of infection during pregnancy contribute to PANS/PANDAS? How might the Cunningham Panel be used? What role does genetics play in PANS/PANDAS? What are some of the microbial support tools? What role do biofilms play in these conditions? When should biofilms be addressed? How might pre and probiotics help with biofilms? How might symptoms such as OCD, anxiety, and sleep issues be supported? What can be done for children with food restrictions? What tools support modulation of the immune system? Are parasites a good thing or a bad thing? Connect With My Guest: http://TrueHealthMedical.com Related Resources: http://TrueHealingNaturals.com Interview Date: April 21, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode144. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about healing from mold and Lyme disease. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Diane Mueller. Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, LAc is a survivor of IBS, Lyme disease, and mold illness. Dr. Diane's journey to heal herself led her to complete two doctorate degrees in holistic health care. She has a Doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine as well as a Doctorate degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is passionate about bringing research, understanding, and compassion to those with these conditions. She has co-authored the book "Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide". Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats people from around the country. She co-owns an online functional medicine school, the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine. Her recent book "Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide" shares many of the strategies that she used to recover her own health and the health of many of her patients. Key Takeaways: Should mold be treated before Lyme disease? Is killing the bug important for recovering health? How can pulsing antimicrobials be part of a protocol? What are persisters, and how are they addressed? Can mycotoxins lead to leaky gut? Does fungal colonization occur after exposure to water-damaged buildings? How does Bartonella impact the lymphatics? How do Ehrlichia and Anaplasma negatively impact our mitochondria? What is the role of viruses and retroviruses in chronic illness Can medicine mushrooms be used in those with mold illness or fungal overgrowth? What is the role of bile transporters in detoxification? How might manganese or hyaluronic acid be used as "feeders"? How might pulsing be used to avoid sensitization to therapeutic interventions? What properties does cistus have that make it a useful tool Why is it important to approach biofilm treatment with caution? What is the role of autophagy in cleansing? What can negative thoughts do to the physical body? Where can patients find support? Connect With My Guest: http://MedicineWithHeart.com Related Resources: Book - Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide Body, Mind, Mold and Lyme Summit Interview Date: April 6, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode143. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Amazon.com and HeySummit.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about lipid therapy in optimizing health. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Kelly McCann. Kelly McCann, MD, MPH & TM is on staff at Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach, California and has been in private practice in Costa Mesa since 2008. She founded Partners in Health at the Spring Center in August 2009. Dr. McCann received a B.A. in Music from Brown University and a Master's in Library Science from University at Albany. She went on to receive her Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) and simultaneously earned a Master's in Public Health (MPH) in Tropical Medicine (TM) at Tulane University in New Orleans. She completed both an Internal Medicine residency at Banner Samaritan Medical Center and a Pediatrics residency at Phoenix Children's Hospital in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. McCann completed a Fellowship in the Program of Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona where she worked with Dr. Andrew Weil. She is one of only 35 physicians world-wide to participate in this Residential Fellowship. Dr. McCann became certified in medical acupuncture through the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture. She is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine and also Board Certified in Integrative Medicine by the American Board of Physician Specialties. Dr. McCann completed a Masters in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica in 2010. She is a Board Member of the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness. She lectures internationally on mold, Lyme disease, and environmental toxins. Key Takeaways: What symptoms or conditions might benefit from lipid therapy? When might lipid therapy be appropriate in the overall timeline of a chronic illness protocol Which fats are the most health-supporting? Are fish oils helpful or harmful? Can there be an imbalance with too much Omega-3 and too little Omega-6? How can lipid balance be explored? What are VLCFAs and "renegades"? What are DNA adducts? What is PC? How is it different from choline? Do lipids impact our ability to create energy or ATP? How does PEMT impact the need for PC? What is TMAO? Is it a concern when supplementing PC? Is soy-derived or sunflower-derived best? What is the role of ox bile, TUDCA, and butyrate in a lipid replacement protocol? Connect With My Guest: http://TheSpringCenter.com Related Resources: BodyBio Get 15% off with code BETTERHEALTH15 Interview Date: March 26, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode142. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of BodyBio.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about recovering from Lyme disease. About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Dan Kinderlehrer. Dan Kinderlehrer, MD is a nationally recognized physician with expertise in the fields of nutrition, allergy, environmental medicine, Lyme disease, and the healing of mind-body-spirit as a unified whole. Dr. Kinderlehrer co-founded The New England Center for Holistic Medicine in Newbury MA and has taught extensively, including practitioner training courses at the Omega Institute, The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine, and the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. He created and organized the Lyme Fundamentals course which is presented annually at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases conferences. He is the author of several review articles in medical journals and the Lyme Times. His integrated medical practice in Denver, CO focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne disease. Dr. Kinderlehrer is the author of "Recovery from Lyme Disease: The Integrative Medicine Guide to Diagnosing and Treating Tick-Borne Illness". Key Takeaways: How have the Lyme Wars between IDSA and ILADS changed What is the role of epigenetics? Do Adverse Childhood Events (ACEs) play a role in the development of Lyme disease? What is Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS) How might treatment be approached after a tick bite? What are other means of transmission of Lyme disease besides tick bites? Which microbes play the biggest role in anxiety, depression, OCD, and neuropsychiatric symptoms? Do patients do better at higher altitudes or at sea level? What is the latest on Disulfiram for treating Lyme disease What labs have been most helpful? What are some of the key treatment options for Lyme and co-infections? Might Bartonella play a role in SIBO? How is dysautonomia addressed? What is the role of MCAS in Lyme disease? How much does mold impact patients with Lyme disease Which oxidative therapies have been helpful for Lyme patients? How important is limbic system retraining? Related Resources: Recovery from Lyme Disease: The Integrative Medicine Guide to Diagnosing and Treating Tick-Borne Illness Interview Date: March 12, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode141. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about sulfur dysregulation and "The Devil in the Garlic". About My Guests: My guest for this episode is Dr. Greg Nigh. Greg Nigh, ND, LAc is a primary care physician, naturopathic oncologist, and acupuncturist. He is a 2001 graduate of the National College of Natural Medicine where he completed both the Naturopathic Doctor (ND) program and the Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) program. He is an avid researcher and has published several peer-reviewed papers covering sulfur metabolism, glyphosate, cancer, and other topics. He has been a prominent voice within the naturopathic profession. He has spoken at dozens of conferences, both nationally and internationally, on topics as diverse as hypnosis in clinical practice, cancer cell metabolism, naturopathic treatment of strokes, the use of therapeutic diets in the clinical setting, and much else. He has spoken at the Conference on the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of Water which takes place annually in Europe, where he has educated researchers from around the world about the unique role of sulfur in the maintenance of water structure in the body. In addition to his work with cancer patients, he also works extensively with Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and related illnesses, Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal symptoms including inflammatory bowel disease, and many other challenging conditions. He has received additional training in both environmental medicine and heavy metal testing and IV chelation therapies. He creates comprehensive detoxification and rebalancing programs related to all these conditions, utilizing one of the widest ranges of therapeutic modalities available. He is in practice at Immersion Health in Portland, Oregon. Key Takeaways: What is the cast of characters of sulfur dysregulation? What symptoms might be experienced with sulfur dysregulation? Can testing be helpful when exploring sulfur imbalance? What are common incoming sources of sulfur in the diet that may need to be restricted? Is a vegetarian diet a better option for those with sulfur issues? What is the connection between sulfur and GI conditions like SIBO, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, and leaky gut? What role does sulfation play in detoxification? Does sulfur dysregulation lead to chronic infections? Is there a connection between sulfate deficiency and connection tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Is sulfate deficiency contributing to hypercoagulation? Do SNPs in CBS and SUOX correlate to those with sulfur issues? What is the connection between glyphosate and sulfur pathways? Should certain supplements be avoided to minimize incoming sulfur? How do we open the drains in the sulfur bucket? How might Candida overgrowth lead to sulfur dysregulation Are Epsom salt baths generally tolerated in those with sulfur issues? Can homeopathic sulfur or desensitization techniques be helpful? Connect With My Guest: http://DevilInTheGarlic.com http://ImmersionHealthPDX.com Related Resources: Low Sulfur Diet Guide Low Sulfur Protocol - Picture Guide Interview Date: February 23, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode140. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the autoimmune pandemic and how microbes are often at the core of autoimmune conditions. About My Guests: My guests for this episode are Dr. Steven Phillips and Dana Parish. Steven Phillips, MD is a renowned Yale-trained physician, international lecturer, and media go-to expert. Well-published in the medical literature, he has treated over 20,000 patients with complex, chronic illness from nearly 20 countries. Dr. Phillips experienced firsthand the nightmare of an undiagnosed, serious infection after nearly dying from his own "mystery illness," and having to save his own life when 25 doctors could not. Dana Parish developed Lyme-induced heart failure as a result of being improperly diagnosed by some of the "top" doctors in the country—and had her life saved by Dr. Phillips. A chart-topping Sony/ATV singer/songwriter who has written songs for artists like Celine Dion and Idina Menzel, she has become a major voice in the world of chronic illness. Her popular column on Huffington Post has been read by more than one million people globally. Key Takeaways: Is autoimmunity a symptom of an underlying pathogen or a condition of its own? Why does modern medicine attempt to use steroids and biolgoics, and what are the potential consequences? Why are infections more likely to lead to autoimmunity today Is detoxification important in a healing strategy Are vector-borne microbes the core issue or simply one component of autoimmune conditions? What is "Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome"? Is it just another way to invalidate patient experiences? How often are people infected with these organisms but not picked up with existing labs? What role do Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF) Borrelias play? Do parasites play a role in chronic, complex illness? Do infections serve as triggers for demyelination? What are the top triggers for PANS? Are vector-borne pathogens sexually transmitted? During a pregnancy? Can psychiatric conditions be the result of an underlying infection? Can mast cell stabilizers have potential downsides? What role do viruses play? What are the core issues in ALS? What is missing from current treatment strategies for neurodegenerative conditions? Does autism have an infectious component? How might liposomal oregano oil be helpful in the treatment of vector-borne infections? What are some potential concerns with the use of Disulfiram and methylene blue? What does "maintenance" look like? Might a focus on mental and emotional health benefit patients? Does limbic system retraining have a place? Connect With My Guests: http://TheChronicBook.com Interview Date: February 9, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode139. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the integrative treatment of biotoxin illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jodie A. Dashore. Jodie A. Dashore, PhD is an internationally recognized pioneering clinician in autism spectrum disorders, mold/ biotoxin illness, chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), and Lyme disease. As a member of ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society) and a Lyme Literate Naturopathic clinician since 2010, Dr. Dashore's has an amazing track record using all-natural protocols for helping patients with chronic and treatment-resistant Lyme disease. Dr. Dashore received her Ph.D. in integrative medicine with her thesis focus on medical herbalism for autism spectrum disorders. She holds a Doctorate in OT specializing in neurology with her thesis focus on traumatic brain injury and stroke. She additionally holds a Post Doctoral specialization in advanced neuro-sensory integration. Dr. Dashore is a registered herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild. Key Takeaways: What was Dr. Dashore's personal journey with Lyme disease and biotoxin illness? What is the role of immune dysregulation in biotoxin illness What are the triggers for MCAS? What tools may be helpful for regaining autonomic balance What is the role of MARCoNS in biotoxin illness? What is the connection between PANS/PANDAS and CIRS How is GENIE transcriptomic testing different from SNP testing? Why is never getting sick or not having a fever not always a good sign? Can methylation be supported too early and lead to new problems? What advantages might herbs have over pharmaceutical medications in the treatment of Lyme? How might herbal formulas go beyond biochemistry and into the realm of biophysics? What are the 7 steps of the BioNexus approach? How might camel milk support the immune system? What considerations should be explored when a young person goes to college? What might a maintenance approach look like? What are the two universal truths? Can they co-exist? What is the role of mother's intuition in healing a child with biotoxin illness? Connect With My Guest: http://BioNexusHealth.com Interview Date: January 22, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode138. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn the latest in the realm of biotoxin illness and mold illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Sandeep Gupta. Sandeep Gupta, MD is a holistic medical doctor, nutritional and environmental medicine specialist, ayurvedic consultant, and wellness coach. Dr. Gupta received his medical degree from the University of Queensland. After graduating medical school, Dr. Gupta worked in a range of public and private hospitals including several years in intensive care. Like many, his own personal journey with chronic illness shifted his focus, and he now works to support those with complex chronic illnesses such as mold illness and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (or CIRS). Today, he has a private holistic practice on the Sunshine Coast in Australia where he consults with people worldwide. Key Takeaways: What is biotoxin illness, and why is inflammation a central feature? What symptoms are seen in CIRS? How are the innate and adaptive immune system involved in biotoxin illness? What is the difference between mold allergy and mold biotoxin illness? Can CIRS be the result of Lyme disease without mold exposure? What is the soup of materials encountered when exposed to a water-damaged building? Can HLA-DR serve as a predictor for the potential of developing CIRS? As a predictor of treatment outcome? What are the benefits of a mold sabbatical? What self-testing methods might be employed? When should one consider an IEP? How important is removal of the source of the exposure What air filtration systems might be helpful? Can mold exposure from a water-damaged-building colonize the body? How is the treatment of MARCoNS approached? What is the clinical value of urine mycotoxin testing? Can NeuroQuant be used to explore the potential for limbic system dysfunction or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome? What role does VIP play in recovering from biotoxin illness What is the basic treatment strategy for biotoxin illness What is the role of illness? Connect With My Guest: http://MoldIllnessMadeSimple.com Use code BETTERHEALTH for 10% off the course price Interview Date: January 8, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode137. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of MoldIllnessMadeSimple.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the vagus nerve and how to support the vagus nerve in regaining health and wellness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Eva Detko. Eva Detko, PhD is a natural health specialist, writer, and podcaster including hosting the recent summit "The Mind, Body, and Vagus Nerve Connection". Her training in the field of human physiology and nutritional sciences is extensive and includes a doctorate in Physiology, Biochemistry, and Nutrition as well as a Master of Science in Human Nutrition. She is trained in clinical and medical hypnotherapy and is a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Psychology. Dr. Eva specializes in working with psycho-energetic and emotional root causes of chronic illness. As a child, she was weak and vulnerable as the result of her mother's loss of her sister during a pregnancy; leading to physical and emotional struggles which were exacerbated by bullying and abuse. As a protective mechanism, she tried to control everyone and everything around her and found life unenjoyable. The trauma and stress she experienced led to a massively dysregulated autonomic nervous system, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), Fibromyalgia, and Hashimoto's. Adopting a comprehensive approach to healing the body's biochemistry, the mind, and the biofield (which she calls the Triage of Health), she has fully recovered her health. Today, she is grateful for her health and her life and considers it a privilege to be able to be a part of other people's journey to health. Key Takeaways: How might singing, gargling, humming, cold showers, or playing the didgeridoo support vagal tone? What role does a positive emotional state or meditation have on the vagus nerve? How might gratitude journaling support vagus health? What are EFT and Havening? How might breathwork or mouth taping support the vagus nerve? Can Stanley Rosenberg's vagal toning exercises be a helpful tool? Where might sound healing or biofield tuning fit in? What is the role of diet in reducing inflammation? How can glial cell activation be mitigated with tools like CBD? What supplements may support the vagus nerve? Does structure play a role? What is the connection between the microbiome and the vagus nerve? Can vagal nerve stimulators play a role in healing? How might limbic system retraining benefit the vagus nerve? - What essential oils may help improve vagal tone? Connect With My Guest: http://Dr-Eva.com Interview Date: January 5, 2021 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode136. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the vagus nerve and how to support the vagus nerve in regaining health and wellness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Eva Detko. Eva Detko, PhD is a natural health specialist, writer, and podcaster including hosting the recent summit "The Mind, Body, and Vagus Nerve Connection". Her training in the field of human physiology and nutritional sciences is extensive and includes a doctorate in Physiology, Biochemistry, and Nutrition as well as a Master of Science in Human Nutrition. She is trained in clinical and medical hypnotherapy and is a Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Psychology. Dr. Eva specializes in working with psycho-energetic and emotional root causes of chronic illness. As a child, she was weak and vulnerable as the result of her mother's loss of her sister during a pregnancy; leading to physical and emotional struggles which were exacerbated by bullying and abuse. As a protective mechanism, she tried to control everyone and everything around her and found life unenjoyable. The trauma and stress she experienced led to a massively dysregulated autonomic nervous system, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), Fibromyalgia, and Hashimoto's. Adopting a comprehensive approach to healing the body's biochemistry, the mind, and the biofield (which she calls the Triage of Health), she has fully recovered her health. Today, she is grateful for her health and her life and considers it a privilege to be able to be a part of other people's journey to health. Key Takeaways: What is the vagus nerve, and why is it important in health? What factors negatively impact the vagus nerve? What are the two branches of the parasympathetic nervous system? What symptoms and conditions may be associated with vagal nerve issues? How might conditions like SIBO and constipation be associated to the vagus nerve? What role does the vagus nerve play in the function of the heart, blood pressure, and glucose regulation? How does the vagus nerve impact systemic inflammation? Is there a connection between the vagus nerve and MCAS? Autoimmunity? POTS? What is the Vagus Nerve Infection Hypothesis? Do infections and toxins impacting the vagus nerve have the potential to trigger autoimmunity? Connect With My Guest: http://Dr-Eva.com Interview Date: December 29, 2020 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode135. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the application of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy in supporting health and wellness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. William Pawluk. William Pawluk, MD, MSc is a holistic doctor near Baltimore, MD. He has held academic positions at Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland. His is trained in acupuncture, nutrition, herbals, energy medicine, homeopathy, hypnosis, bodywork, and multiple other therapies. He is considered the foremost authority on the use of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy in North America. His areas of interest include holistic pain management, regenerative health, stem cell stimulation, anti-aging, sleep, and anxiety. His main emphasis is using PEMFs as a new solution for stubborn, chronic, and frustrating health problems. He strives to try to resolve the cause of the problem and not to simply put a Band-Aid on it. Most conventional treatments for pain rely on "numbing and dumbing," that simply make the perception of pain better but don't heal the cause. After 25 years of seeing the risks and side effects of traditional health solutions and approaches, and after studying various healing modalities, he discovered that PEMFs provide the most benefit and allow safe, non-toxic, self-directed, self-controlled, at-home pain management. He has authored a comprehensive book on healing with magnetic fields called "Power Tools for Health." Key Takeaways: If EMF is bad, how can PEMF be good? Has the earth's magnetic field changed over time? What are the cellular and biological benefits of PEMF? How is PEMF different from Rife? What is the role of gauss and waveform in working with PEMF? How might electrolytes synergize the effects of PEMF? What is the role of PEMF in supporting the production of ATP in the mitochondria? How might PEMF help support those with hypercoagulation? How might PEMF therapy support the immune system and act as an indirect microbial support intervention? Can PEMF support structural integrity in those with hypermobility or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? Does PEMF have the potential to help improve the terrain and support detoxification? Can the nervous system be calmed with the incorporation of PEMF therapy? How might PEMF be helpful in dysautonomias such as POTS? What is the role of PEMF therapy in supporting restorative sleep? What are the contraindications for PEMF? What devices does Dr. Pawluk recommend? Resources: FlexPulse BioBalance TeslaFit Power Tools for Health Book Interview Date: December 18, 2020 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode134. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of HighTechWellness.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about limbic system retraining with The Gupta Program. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Ashok Gupta. Ashok Gupta, MA(Cantab), MSc is an internationally renowned Speaker, Filmmaker, and Health Practitioner who has dedicated his life to supporting people through chronic illness and to achieving their potential. Ashok suffered from ME, or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, around 25 years ago when he was studying at Cambridge University. Through neurological research that he conducted, he managed to get himself 100% better. He then set up a clinic to treat others, and then published the well-known recovery program known as the Gupta Program in 2007. He has published several medical papers and is continually researching these conditions. In 2017, Ashok published a popular 4.7 star rated app called the Meaning of Life Experiment, a 30-Day program of videos and meditations to discover more happiness, meaning, and to uncover your life purpose. In 2020, he created and hosted the free, 10-day Coronavirus Challenge which is helping thousands of others taking the pledge to reduce the spread of the virus, through boosting the immune system, reducing anxiety, and saving lives. Key Takeaways: What are the amygdala and insula and their role in limbic system dysfunction? What are the triggers for limbic system dysfunction? What conditions might respond to the program? How do Adverse Childhood Experiences (or ACEs) impact the later development of limbic system dysfunction? What is the difference between the mind and the brain? What is a priming event and a conditioned response? Can The Gupta Program help with POTS, SIBO, EHS, EDS, or autism? Might the program be a positive epigenetic influencer? Is limbic system dysfunction analogous to the Cell Danger Response? What is the MEND program? What are the 3 Rs of The Gupta Program? What is the experience of doing the program? What studies have been done? How might The Gupta Program help those with long-haul COVID? Connect With My Guest: http://GuptaProgram.com $50 off with code BETTERHEALTH Interview Date: December 3, 2020 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode133. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of GuptaProgram.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.