Your immune system isn’t just at work when a pathogen takes root - it’s at work every moment of everyday of your life as fungi, bacteria and virus’ try to gain access to a warm and energetic host that can provide a warm home, free food, energy to run on and an endlessly life of loafing on your body’s dime.  It’s the immune system that keeps these pathogens from making your body their permanent address.

Today we are discussing the practical aspects and manifestations of Lyme disease, including the importance of understanding traditional Western medicine protocols and bridging them with a functional approach to effectively manage symptoms. We are joined by one of our lead practitioners, Abby. We highlight various symptoms associated with Lyme disease, such as fatigue, GI issues, dizziness, and knee pain, and discuss the interconnectedness of Lyme disease and hormonal health. Listen to learn more about a holistic approach to treating Lyme disease to lead to more significant healing outcomes.

Lyme disease is prevalent across all 50 states and globally, often mimicking other diseases and presenting a wide range of symptoms, making it challenging to diagnose. This discussion highlights the flawed CDC testing methodologies and the various ways Lyme can be transmitted, including tick bites, mosquitoes, bed bugs, lice, organ transplants, and other surprising ways. We talk about Lyme's ability to lie dormant and reactivate under stress, the potential for co-infections, and the challenges faced by sufferers, such as being misdiagnosed or receiving inadequate care from healthcare providers. We hope to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of Lyme disease, its transmission, symptoms, and the importance of being informed and proactive in seeking appropriate treatment.

We are going over the importance of knowing what to do if bitten by a tick, including practical steps for tick removal, care for the bite area, and why it could be important to keep the tick for potential testing. This episode also delves into the different stages of Lyme disease, symptoms to watch for, and preventive measures, aiming to educate you on living wisely in a tick-populated world without succumbing to fear.