The Most Misdiagnosed Disease in America (How to Heal from Lyme disease)
Mar 10, 2025
Lyme disease affects almost half a million Americans yearly, yet many remain undiagnosed. The hidden dangers include its impact on energy and the immune system, often evading treatment with antibiotics. Discover the connection between Lyme, autoimmune disorders, and the crucial role of diet and gut health in recovery. Explore natural therapies like red light and ozone therapy, alongside adaptogenic herbs, to support healing. If you're facing unexplained fatigue or brain fog, this discussion could provide valuable insights.
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Lyme Symptoms Vary Greatly
Lyme disease symptoms vary widely and often mimic other conditions like chronic fatigue or hypothyroidism.
Many infected people are unaware because Lyme can be symptomless or produce nonspecific signs.
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Antibiotics Limitations in Lyme
Antibiotics alone often fail to cure Lyme because bacteria hide in organs and fat cells.
Overuse of antibiotics can worsen symptoms by destroying beneficial gut bacteria that support immunity.
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Lyme Damages Cellular Power Plants
Lyme bacteria invade mitochondria, causing oxidative stress and impaired energy production.
Damaged mitochondria reduce cellular power, leading to fatigue and weakened immune response.
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Each year, 476,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Lyme disease, but many cases go undetected. Lyme isn’t just an infection—it’s an attack on your energy, immune system, and brain that antibiotics alone often fail to treat. In this episode, Dr. Josh Axe uncovers the hidden dangers of Lyme disease, the truth about misdiagnosis, and natural strategies for recovery.
What you'll learn:
Why many people have Lyme disease without knowing it
How Lyme bacteria hijack your energy and immune system
Why antibiotics don’t always work
The link between Lyme disease and autoimmune disorders
Natural therapies like red light therapy, ozone therapy, and adaptogenic herbs
How diet and gut health play a critical role in recovery
If you're struggling with fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, or other unexplained symptoms, this episode is a must-listen. Learn how to strengthen your immune system and take control of your health naturally.
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