Q&A: Natural Deodorants, Lyme Support, Nervous System Balance, Immunity & Emotional Healing

Welcome to this week's episode of Red Pill Your Healthcast! Join Dr. Charlie Fagenholz and Nurse Lauren Johnson as they dive into a variety of health topics submitted by listeners.

In this episode, we tackle:

• Helpful tips for transitioning to no deodorant and managing body odor (BO)

• Insights on Lyme disease and co-infections, including herbal remedies

• Strategies for overcoming fight or flight responses and supporting the nervous system

• Boosting immunity against flu and bird flu

• Exploring the connection between scoliosis and emotional trauma

Whether you're looking for practical health advice or exploring the deeper connections between physical and emotional well-being, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips.

Body Odor: Tips for Support

• Armpit Mask – Helps detox and reduce odor. Use as needed with:

  • Bentonite clay
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Tea tree oil
    
    Watch Nurse Lauren's Reel Here!

• Natural Deodorant – Primally Pure (aluminum-free) SHOP HERE

• Essential Oils – Can help with odor (Heart Harmony from VerVita SHOP HERE)

• Cycle Awareness – Pay attention to where you are in your menstrual cycle

• Gut & Liver Support – If odor is only on your right side, it may be linked to drainage pathways on that side

• Detox & Lymph Support

  • Infrared sauna
  • Dry brushing
  • Vibration plate
  • Movement & exercise to get lymph flowing

• Supplements & Binders

  • Klenz + [SHOP HERE]
  • Takesumi – Helps bind toxins SHOP HERE

• Dr. Charlie’s Recommended Stack of Supplements:

  • Morinda
  • Melia (favorite antimicrobial for everything)
  • Majista (supports lymphatic system)
  • Schisandra (supports liver function)
    SHOP ALL HERE

Lyme & Co-Infections: Key Steps

• Watch the Full Deep Dive – Dr. Charlie covers Lyme in detail inside his membership: LINK

• Recommended Supplements

  • Cat’s Claw
  • Andrographis
  • Scutellaria

  Shop these supplements here: SHOP HERE

• Daily Detox Support

  • Reduce toxin exposure as much as possible in your daily life
  • Check Vitamin D levels
  • Address emotional health—emotions are heavily linked to Lyme recovery

• Testing & Assessments

  • Rupa Health finger-stick poke test

• Lifestyle & Homeopathy

  • Start with daily rhythms – listen to our podcast on this: LISTEN HERE
  • Homeopathy – Shop Nurse Lauren’s favorites: SHOP HERE

• Additional Support

  • Gargle or drink Cistus tea – Nurse Lauren uses BioPure from Doctor’s Supplement Store (Provider Code: LJ3698) SHOP HERE – great for busting biofilm
  • New Supreme Supplement: Cryptolepis  SHOP HERE

Eye Floaters

• Often linked to liver issues
• May have a mold/fungal component

Favorite Liver Support Combo:

• Smilax – Mycotoxin binder SHOP HERE
• Schisandra Supreme – Liver support SHOP HERE
• Cir-Q Tonic (optional addition) SHOP HERE

Tonsil Stones

• Biofilm issue – Addressing biofilms can help
• Check with a biological dentist – Listen to our podcast with one of our favorite dentists: LISTEN HERE

Recommended Support:

• BFB-2 (biofilm buster) – Apply with a Q-tip around tonsils SHOP HERE

• Tonsil & Immune Support Supplements:

  • Morinda SHOP HERE
  • Melia SHOP HERE
  • Golden Thread SHOP HERE
  • Immune Harmony SHOP HERE

• Lymphatic Drainage Support

  • Work on lymph flow with gua sha, massage, dry brushing, and movement

Getting Out of Fight or Flight Tools & Practices to Support Nervous System Regulation

• SRT Light – Balances heart rhythms to brain rhythms SHOP HERE (use code: Drcharlie for $50 off)
• PEMF Mat – Helps regulate stress response
• EFT Tapping – Supports emotional processing LEARN MORE
• NET Provider – Find one HERE:

Key Supplements

• Quinton Isotonic – Available on Fullscript SHOP HERE
• Magnesium – Supports relaxation and nervous system balance
• Red Light Therapy – Supports nervous system regulation SHOP LAUREN'S FAVORITE with a special discount

Methylation & Genetic Testing

• Test Methylation – My Happy Genes test FIND TEST HERE

Calming Supplements

• Kalmz – GABA-inducing supplement to calm the mind SHOP HERE
• Matrix Synergy – Originally formulated for joints but contains minerals, magnesium, calcium, and B2, which help with relaxation and MTHFR function SHOP HERE

Essential Oils for Stress & Balance

• Elite Harmony- feelings of chaos SHOP HERE
• Immune Harmony- feelings of overwhelm SHOP HERE

Self-Reflection for Nervous System Regulation

• Where in life are you not happy?
• What daily stressors are affecting you?
• Is your job aligned with who you are?
• Do you need to set better boundaries with friends and family?
• How can you protect your peace?

Boosting Immunity for Flu Prevention and Treatment

Antiviral Supplements for Treatment:

• Woah
• Illicium
• Olive Leaf
• Camu Camu (or a Vitamin C supplement)

General Immune System Support Prior to Exposure:

• Immune Armor
• Astragalus
• Thymus Extract
• VerVita Essential Oils: Elite Harmony and Immune Harmony

Scoliosis Treatment: Is It Linked to Childhood Trauma?

• Craniosacral Therapy
• Muscle Dynamics: Recognize that muscles influence bone alignment.
• Kidney Health: The kidneys are associated with fear and hydration; consider evaluating for subclinical infections.
• Emotional Factors: Acknowledge the potential emotional components; it's important to identify the specific location of scoliosis in the spine.
• Liver Health: The liver is linked to emotions such as anger and frustration.
• Psychological Interventions: Explore therapies like NET (Neuro Emotional Technique), EMF (Electromagnetic Field therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and hypnotherapy.
  
  
  TIME STAMPS:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Q&A Overview
00:00:12 - Transitioning to No Deodorant
00:05:05 - Lyme Disease and Co-Infections
00:11:07 - Tonsil Stones and Eye Floaters
00:17:06 - Addressing Fight or Flight Response
00:25:10 - Boosting Immunity for Flu and Bird Flu
00:34:13 - Scoliosis Treatment and Emotional Links