The Dr. Tyna Show

To Mask or Not To Mask with Dr. Seth Gerlach

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Jul 21, 2021
Delve into the vibrant debate on mask mandates as Dr. Seth Gerlach shares his insights as a functional medicine doctor. He dismantles common myths about mask effectiveness and discusses real case studies. The conversation also touches on the unique challenges surrounding masking children. With engaging anecdotes, this episode offers a fresh perspective on navigating health truths amid misinformation, underscoring the importance of lifestyle choices and community empowerment in fostering resilience during health crises.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Long‑Hauler Experience

  • Dr. Tyna recounts nearly dying from a virus at 19 which led to chronic long-hauler symptoms.
  • She trained in naturopathic medicine to recover and now treats chronic viral consequences in patients.
INSIGHT

Variants Were Predictable

  • SARS‑CoV-2 is a single-stranded RNA coronavirus that mutates readily and will produce variants.
  • Dr. Tyna emphasizes variants were predictable from the start due to the virus biology.
ADVICE

Prioritize Immune Resilience

  • Strengthen your immune system to catch the virus early and prevent severe outcomes.
  • Prioritize fitness and metabolic health to reduce risk of a difficult infection.
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