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Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Galectin-3, biofilms, and the use of modified citrus pectin in chronic health conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Isaac Eliaz. Dr. Isaac Eliaz, MD, LAc, MS is an integrative medical doctor, licensed acupuncturist, researcher, product formulator, and frequent guest lecturer. He has been a pioneer in holistic medicine since the early 1980s, and has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers on several of his key integrative health formulas. He is the founder and medical director of Amitabha Medical Clinic in Santa Rosa, California, an integrative health center specializing in cancer and chronic conditions. An expert in using highly strategic, synergistic protocols to address numerous areas of health including metastatic cancer, immunity, digestion, detoxification, diabetes, cardiovascular health and more, Dr Eliaz is also widely regarded as the leading expert in the field of Modified Citrus Pectin research. Along with his clinical practice, Dr. Eliaz is an author and frequent lecturer who presents on his unique approaches to health and healing to practitioners worldwide. Dr. Eliaz is committed to empowering patients, practitioners and those seeking guidance for lasting wellness through education, ongoing research and community building. Key Takeaways: What is galectin-3 and what problems does it cause? What is the role of galectin-3 and biofilms? How might reducing galectin-3 help other treatments to work better? Can galectin-3 be measured? How does modified citrus pectin work to bind metals, reduce galectin-3, reduce inflammation, and support immunity? Is modified citrus pectin a good binder of heavy metals? What role does modified citrus pectin play in reducing TGFb1, C4a, and MMP9? Can those with citrus allergies generally use modified citrus pectin? What is Honokiol and how might it be helpful in supporting health? How important is stress reduction and meditation in shifting away from a sympathetic-dominant state? What role do the mental, emotional, and spiritual realms play in chronic illness? Connect With My Guest: http://www.dreliaz.org http://www.econugenics.com Code BHG15 will provide a 15% discount on Econugenics products. Related Resources: https://www.amitabhaclinic.com Interview Date: January 12, 2018 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Econugenics. 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 types of water and how they may help to optimize health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Patrick Durkin. A calling to make plastic water bottles obsolete has turned into a life dedicated to creating a world of Love and Oneness. Fueled by unrelenting passion, Patrick Durkin is on a mission to uplift humanity. He will support you to awaken your super powers through immersion in living water, quantum physics, and loving all that is. He is the founder of The Wellness Enterprise, Inc., the Structured Water Superstore, Water Magic 101, GodSelf University and Jivara Structured Water Devices. Key Takeaways: Why is water important for health? What problems do plastic bottles create for our health and for the environment? What are the pros and cons of reverse osmosis and distilled water? Does alkaline water work? Why are trace minerals important? What is the difference between chemistry and physics when optimizing water? What is structured water? How does Dr. Emoto's work fit into a discussion on structured water? Does structured water contain negative ions? Do Gas Discharge Visualization (GDV), darkfield microscopy, or BIA show improvements with the consumption of structured water? What is EZ Water and how can it be created? What are the VitaJuwel and Natural Action Water systems? Connect With My Guest: The Wellness Enterprise Interview Date: December 19, 2017 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of The Wellness Enterprise. 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 key stressors to consider in recovering from Lyme disease and optimizing health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jay Davidson. Dr. Jay Davidson DC, PSc.D. completed his undergraduate studies at University Wisconsin La Crosse Majoring in Biology with biomedical concentration and chemistry minor. He received his doctorate of chiropractic degree at Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Minnesota. Dr. Jay focuses on functional, natural medicine. He is a husband and a father. He is also a popular speaker and a two-time #1 international best-selling author. Dr. Jay was the host of the Chronic Lyme Disease Summit #1 and Chronic Lyme Disease Summit #2. He was also the host of the Parasite Summit and a co-host of The Detox Project, which had over 50,000 participants. Dr. Jay Davidson is admired for his ability to bridge the gap between the scientific health community and the layperson. His holistic approach encompasses the mind, body and spirit. He works with his clients to formulate a simple, straightforward plan toward restoring health. This has gained him tremendous respect among the Lyme community and his colleagues. Dr. Jay Davidson is an ambitious researcher and clinician in the health world. He and his team of well-trained doctors work with clients virtually around the world! Key Takeaways: Based on his own family's experience, what are the key treatment approaches that yielded tangible progress? What are the common denominators in Lyme disease? What were some of the key takeaways from the recent Parasite Summit? How often are parasites an issue in someone with Lyme? How important is detoxification? How might one approach a coffee enema and what are some of the common challenges people may encounter when doing one? How might TUDCA be helpful in detoxification? What are the key tools that might be considered in approaching heavy metal detox? What is the impact of mold on Lyme recovery? Do EMFs matter and are they another toxin that burdens the body? What is the role of structure in recovering from Lyme? Connect With My Guest: http://www.drjaydavidson.com Related Resources: Microbe Formulas Interview Date: December 5, 2017 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Microbe Formulas. 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 biological dentistry and the impact of mercury amalgams, root canals, and dental cavitations in those with chronic health challenges. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Stuart Nunnally. Dr. Stuart Nunnally, DDS is a graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School in San Antonio (1980). He maintains an integrative biological dental practice in Marble Falls, Texas where he and his partners have treated patients from all fifty states and twenty-four countries. Dr. Nunnally is chairman of the jawbone osteonecrosis committee of the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. He holds fellowships in the Academy of General Dentistry and in the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. Dr. Nunnally is board certified in naturopathic medicine and is board certified in integrative biologic dental medicine. He is licensed in intravenous conscious sedation and is a member of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiologists. He serves on the teaching faculty of the Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine and The American College of Integrative Medicine and Dentistry, and he frequently teaches on all aspects of biological dentistry. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Rebecca, and they have three grown children. Key Takeaways: How should one approach the microbiome of the mouth? Should the goal be to eliminate oral microbes? What is an optimal daily routine for oral maintenance? Can oil pulling be helpful for oral and systemic health? How do the teeth relate to the merdians and organs in the body? What is the role of amalgams in chronic illness? Can microbes exist in root canal teeth? What role do dental cavitations play in chronic health challenges? How are cavitations addressed? What is the recurrence rate for a surgically-addressed cavitation? How are cavitations evaluated? Is zirconium a better option than titanium for an implant? What is the cause of grinding teeth and what problems might this create? What role do dental issues play in sleep apnea? How is gum recession treated? Connect With My Guest: https://www.healthysmilesforlife.com Interview Date: November 24, 2017 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 botanical options for supporting the body against Lyme disease, GI issues, and environmental toxicity. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Rachel Fresco. Rachel Fresco, LAc, PhD is an acupuncturist, PhD, and founder and CEO of Bio-Botanical Research. Since 1989, Dr. Fresco has utilized her background in naturopathy, Chinese medicine, and clinical nutrition to create products that have a significant impact on challenging clinical conditions. Addressing the challenges of microbial overgrowth, as well as supporting the digestive and immune systems, her formulations have helped thousands of people around the world. Her most well-known product is Biocidin. Biocidin is recommended by many clinicians and laboratories in support of those dealing with conditions such as Candida, SIBO, and other GI dysbiosis and biofilm-associated disorders. Her formulations have been helpful in those with systemic chronic infections, including Lyme disease. Dr. Fresco lectures internationally at medical conferences and shares her research on chronic infections, biofilms, GI dysbiosis, systemic inflammation, and the use of plant-based medicines in clinical practice. Key Takeaways: What is the history of Biocidin? What types of issues might Biocidin support the body against? With herbal options, does one need to consider the various forms of Borrelia as one may with antibiotic approaches? What has research shown with regards to Biocidin and biofilms? Might Biocidin be helpful for dealing with GI issues such as parasites and SIBO? When might the liposomal formulation be used? How might Olivirex support those dealing with chronic viral burdens? How do binders support both detoxification and reducing the intensity of a Herxheimer reaction? What are bacterial spores and how might these be used to support the microbiome? Might Biocidin support those dealing with MARCoNS? What has research shown on the use of the DentalCidin product and Biocidin LSF in dealing with dental microbial burden? Connect With My Guest: http://biocidin.com Interview Date: November 16, 2017 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of BioBotanical Research. 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.

Dr. Mary Ackerley discusses inflammation, brain impact, and treating chronic conditions like CIRS. She explores mold illness, Lyme disease, quinilinic acid's effects on mental health, and Marcons in dental cavitations. The podcast also covers ozone treatment efficacy, challenges of treating Lyme and co-infections, toxin binders, and embracing nature for wellness.

Why You Should Listen: Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about illness resulting from water-damaged buildings and the importance of the environment on our health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Andrea Fabry. Andrea Fabry is a former journalist, a radio host, and the mother of nine children. Her road to awareness began in 2008 when a serious toxic mold exposure compromised her entire family's health. She is the Founder and President of momsaware.org. momsAWARE's mission is to provide practical assistance to families and individuals displaced by toxic mold, and to raise public awareness of the negative impact of toxic mold, chemicals, pesticides, and other environmental hazards on human health. Andrea is certified in the field of Building Biology and is passionate about the overuse of chemicals, the disregard for indoor environmental issues, and the proliferation of electromagnetic radiation. Her story is available on her blog "It Takes Time" at it-takes-time.com. She currently resides in Vail, AZ, with her husband, Chris, and four of their children. She authored the book "Is Your House Making You Sick: A Beginner's Guide to Toxic Mold" which is available on Amazon.com. Key Takeaways: How was Andrea's family impacted by illness resulting from water-damaged buildings? What factors lead to the growth of mold in an indoor environment? What options may be helpful for testing for the potential of mold in the environment? When mold is visible, how should it be cleaned? What should one look for to find a good inspector and/or remediator? When should one consider moving as opposed to remediation? Might ozone or fogging solutions be helpful? What should not be taken with you from a moldy environment to a new environment to minimize cross-contamination? What treatment options were helpful? Is it possible that the exposure to environmental mold leads to a colonization within the body? Why is it important to reduce our exposure to EMFs to optimize wellness? What are the top ten things Andrea learned the hard way? Connect With My Guest: http://www.momsaware.org http://it-takes-time.com http://www.justso.co Related Resources: Is Your House Making You Sick? A Beginner's Guide to Toxic Mold Interview Date: October 27, 2017 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 some of the considerations in preparing for pregnancy and optimizing outcomes for healthy pregnancies in those with Lyme disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Nicola McFadzean Ducharme, ND. Nicola McFadzean Ducharme, ND is the founder and Medical Director of RestorMedicine. She practices holistic medicine specializing in Lyme disease, hormone balancing, autistic-spectrum disorders, pre-conception health care and digestive disorders. Dr. Nicola is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, trained in both the United States and her native country of Australia. She received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington, and her Bachelor of Health Sciences (Naturopathy) from the University of New England in New South Wales, Australia. Her training included a two-year internship at the Bastyr Center for Natural Health, an internship in medical research at Columbia University as a Mountbatten Scholar, and four years at the Bastyr University Research Institute. Dr. Nicola is the Medical Advisor to the Lyme Disease Association of Australia. She is a referral doctor for Defeat Autism Now! and is an outreach physician for Great Plains Laboratory. She is a consultant for New Beginnings Nutritionals, and is on the Scientific Advisory Board for Hyperbaric Oxygen Centers, Inc. and the medical advisory board of the Institute for Integrative Medicine. She is a member of the International Lyme and Associated Disease Society (ILADS), the California Naturopathic Doctors Association (CNDA) and the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP). Dr. Nicola is a published author, with her own books – Beginners Guide to Lyme Disease, Lyme Disease in Australia, The Lyme Diet: Nutritional Strategies For Healing From Lyme Disease, Lyme Brain, as well as a chapter in Connie Strasheim's books Insights into Lyme Disease Treatment: 13 Lyme-literate Health Care Practitioners Share Their Healing Strategies and New Paradigms in Lyme Disease Treatment: 10 Top Doctors Reveal Healing Strategies That Work. Key Takeaways: What three things have the most negative impact on a patient's health? What three treatment options are current favorites? What makes Lyme disease so complicated to treat? What labs tests are helpful for Lyme and coinfections? Are antibiotics needed to recover from Lyme disease? How is antimicrobial therapy approached? What tools can be helpful for supporting detoxification? What is the role of biofilms? How are pain, inflammation, fatigue, cognitive issues, and sleep approached? Can HBOT, ozone, of frequency therapy be helpful? What is the role of hormone balancing in the treatment of Lyme disease? How is gut health optimized? What is the role of diet and nutrition? Does environmental exposure to mold impact Lyme treatment outcomes? What is the role of mental/emotional health in Lyme recovery? Connect With My Guest: http://restormedicine.com Related Resources: Lyme-Ed Course Interview Date: October 21, 2017 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Lyme-Ed. 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 some of the considerations in preparing for pregnancy and optimizing outcomes for healthy pregnancies in those with Lyme disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Ann Corson, MD. Dr. Ann Corson grew up in Southeastern Pennsylvania and obtained her MD degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA in 1982. Dr. Corson has residency training in Internal Medicine, Neurology, and Family Medicine. She has been Board Certified in the practice of Family Medicine since 1993. In 2005, she began studying and practicing Integrative Medicine and was Board Certified in Integrative Holistic Medicine in 2011. Dr. Corson has been a member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) since 2003. She has studied with Dr. Joe Burrascano and Dr. Charles Ray Jones. Her practice in Chester County, PA is devoted full time to the treatment of patients suffering from Lyme and associated tick-borne diseases. Dr. Corson is not an obstetrician, but works closely with her patient's obstetrician as a board-certified family medicine and board certified integrative holistic medicine doctor to support her patients. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating tick-borne illness and is passionate about finding solutions for her patients. Key Takeaways: What drew Dr. Corson into working with Lyme disease? What steps should one take to maximize the chances of a healthy pregnancy when dealing with Lyme? How important is detoxification prior to conception? Is detoxification appropriate during a pregnancy? What factors are involved in miscarriage and are miscarriages more common in those with Lyme than the general population? Should one be treated for Lyme and related infections while pregnant? Is breast-feeding beneficial even if the mom has Lyme disease? What is the role of Hashimoto's or thyroid disease on a pregnancy? What is the role of hypercoagulation in pregnancy? Does mold impact a pregnancy? What infections may be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and how can the potential for transmission be minimized? What lab testing is done on the newborn to look for Lyme-related microbes? Is there an association between Lyme and autism spectrum disorders? Connect With My Guest: http://betterhealthguy.com/corson Interview Date: October 9, 2017 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 some of the highlights from each of the ten doctors that Connie interviewed for her latest book "New Paradigms in Lyme Disease Treatment: 10 Top Doctors Reveal Healing Strategies That Work". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Connie Strasheim. Connie Strasheim is a writer, healer, teacher, and speaker well-known in the Lyme disease community. Over a ten-year period, while working to recover her own health, she authored or co-authored ten books on Lyme disease, cancer, nutrition, and other illness such as chronic fatigue syndrome and environmental illness. She maintains a nationwide prayer conference call group and conducts one-on-one healing prayer sessions. Through her books, her webinars, her blogs, and her interviews, she shares what she has learned on her own health-recovery journey. She is the Lyme Disease Editor for ProHealth.com and editor of the Alternative Cancer Research Institute. Her most recent book "New Paradigms in Lyme Disease Treatment" highlights ten of the top Lyme disease doctors and their approaches to recovering their patient's health. Key Takeaways: What was Connie's own recovery journey? What is the concept of a dominant microbe? (Dr. Wayne Anderson) Why is immune tolerance more important than killing the bugs? (Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt) How does one approach dealing with mold illness? (Dr. Neil Nathan) What options are often needed nutritionally in those with Lyme? (Dr. David Minkoff) What is LymeStop? (Dr. Tony Smith) Why is a comprehensive approach that looks at both Lyme and mold important? (Dr. Raj Patel) How might essential oils and home tools for detoxification be helpful? (Dr. Nicola McFadzean-Ducharme) What is hyperthermia? (Dr. Freidrich Douwes) What diet may be ideal for someone with Lyme? (Dr. Marie Matheson) How can we use at home baths to support detoxification and building up the body? (Dr. David Jernigan) Connect With My Guest: http://conniestrasheim.org Related Resources: New Paradigms in Lyme Disease Treatment Interview Date: September 25, 2017 Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of BioMed Publishing Group. 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.