The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

157. Dr. Jessica Peatross: Detoxing From Environmental Mold, Lyme Disease, and Parasites

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Apr 15, 2025
Dr. Jessica Peatross, a functional medicine expert specializing in stealth infections, shares her insights on the hidden culprits of chronic health issues like mold and Lyme disease. She explains how environmental toxins deplete our energy, forcing our bodies to prioritize immunity over vitality. The conversation dives into effective mold detoxification strategies, the importance of the lymphatic system, and holistic health approaches that encompass emotional well-being. Personal stories and advanced therapies highlight the complexities of healing and the need for individualized care.
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ANECDOTE

Disruptive Physician

  • Dr. Jessica Peatross, initially an internal medicine doctor, questioned conventional practices like over-medication and poor hospital food choices.
  • Labeled disruptive, she transitioned to functional medicine after raising concerns about a patient's long-term proton pump inhibitor use.
INSIGHT

Functional vs. Allopathic

  • Functional medicine addresses the interconnectedness of body systems, unlike specialized allopathic medicine.
  • Psychiatry often becomes the last resort for patients with complex, interconnected symptoms.
ANECDOTE

Lyme's Impact

  • Dr. Peatross's focus on root causes began with a Lyme disease patient whose symptoms were initially missed.
  • This experience led her to specialize in biotoxin illnesses like Lyme, mold, and parasites.
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