Dr. Bill Rawls has spent over 30 years in medicine as an OBGYN, but a personal battle with chronic Lyme disease in his 40s led him to discover the limitations of conventional medicine and the potential of alternative treatments. Through holistic and herbal therapies, he restored his health and became passionate about promoting cellular wellness to address and defend against microbes and other root causes of illness.

Today, Dr. Rawls helps others achieve wellness through modern herbology. He shares his insights in his bestselling books, Unlocking Lyme and The Cellular Wellness Solution, highlighting the importance of herbal phytochemicals in protecting cellular health and boosting the body's defenses.

I’m thrilled to have Dr. Rawls back with me again today (previously featured in episode #41 talking about healing at a cellular level through herbal medicine) to dive into healing from chronic Lyme.

Quote: “Cells are what make us work and when they’re not working right you get symptoms.”

What’s inside this episode?

01:18 Dr. Rawls primary chronic Lyme symptoms, what didn’t work, and what did work

03:10 What is Lyme? How long has it been around? How do you get it? And, is it a life sentence?

07:35 The ways that Lyme can be transmitted

11:20 Why some people who get bitten by ticks never have symptoms and some people are taken down 

17:15 Is healing from Lyme about eradicating the disease completely or to keep the microbes dormant?

24:16 Lyme as an autoimmune condition, and what makes the host more susceptible to Lyme

31:05 A recap of what lifestyle factors are necessary to heal  

35:35 Cellular health and wellness explained 

41:00 Healing in a moldy environment

45:38 How you can use herbs to heal

54:15 Top herbs for addressing Lyme and their effectiveness 

58:30 How long should you take the herbs 

01:02:00 Addressing the cell and the power of root cause functional medicine 

01:05:57 Where to find Dr. Rawls and free resources for your healing 

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Rawls’ website, book, articles, health consults: https://rawlsmd.com/

Dr. Rawls’ books: 

The Cellular Wellness Solution: Tap Into Your Full Health Potential with the Science-Backed Power of Herbs - https://amzn.to/3Ug1Sqh

Unlocking Lyme: Myths, Truths, and Practical Solutions for Chronic Lyme Disease - https://amzn.to/3A4FcT6

The book that got herbs on everyone’s radar and changed Dr. Rawls’ life: Healing Lyme: Natural Healing of Lyme Borreliosis and the Coinfections Chlamydia and Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis, 2nd Edition by herbalist, Stephen Buhner - https://amzn.to/4g0qbAN

Dr. Rawls store: supplements & health coaching: https://vitalplan.com/

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Adrian Klaphaak is the founder of A Path That Fits, a holistic career and life coaching company that serves clients all over the world. His company IS his life’s work – his path that fits. He’s poured all of himself into creating the most effective and meaningful coaching programs possible because he wholeheartedly believes that everyone has a path that fits, and he knows what a difference it makes to find it. Adrian’s formal training comes from The Coaches Training Institute, Hakomi Mindfulness & Somatic Psychology, and Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS). He’s one part coach, one part purpose guide, one part entrepreneur, and one part therapist. He’s also studied mindfulness meditation, rites of passage, and has a deep reverence for nature and its wisdom. 

Now, you may be wondering, What in the world does career coaching have to do with autoimmune healing? Here’s my short answer: healing is about becoming who you truly are, whole and aligned with your authentic self, mind, body, and spirit.

I personally worked with Adrian many years ago when I was struggling with finding my own path that fit. While I was good at and enjoyed my corporate roles in high tech sales and marketing I intuitively knew that these jobs in the corporate world weren’t the meaning I was seeking or my life’s purpose. That there was something else deeper, more meaningful, and more authentically me that I was seeking, and Adrian helped me Find My Path That Fit.

In this replay episode which originally aired as episode #20 in January 2024, I’m thrilled to be able to reshare this timely and meaningful conversation with Adrian about alignment, about finding purpose, about becoming more YOU.

Quote:

“There is a lot of vitality, wellness, and health in doing work that you love and feel aligned with.”

What’s inside:

02:22 Adrian shares his own career crisis and mismatch

06:24 Back pain and sciatica was a big catalyst for change but would last 15 years

10:22 The birth of Adrian’s daughter was the event that brought healing and a pursuit of mind-body medicine

14:51 Adrian discovers that he was not in touch with internal anger and grief; that being a people-pleaser, a nice guy, and putting pressure on himself to achieve was keeping him from expressing more difficult emotions.

17:51 My riff on the autoimmune personality types: people pleaser, perfectionist, overachiever, striver, and the added risk for autoimmune issues decades later

22:15 One of the things Adrian sees often in clients is, “What I thought I should be doing…;” or “Because my parents wanted me to do this…” or “I grew up without resources…”  

24:26 I share my experience working with Adrian in 2012 when I was trying to find my path that fit.

33:29 Adrian highlights the steps of his process for career change

38:20 The importance of the informational interview

39:50 How doing a career change “test drive” can make the change easier, more real, and more natural

47:00 How pain or illness can be a huge teacher or catalyst for growth. And how it’s about doing the best we can while still being human. 

51:23 Where to find Adrian and a bit about his group coaching program. 

Resources mentioned:

Adrian’s website: https://apaththatfits.com/

I am a proud supporter of and affiliate for Adrian’s 3-month Career Pathfinder Coaching Program. Enter coupon code: beatautoimmune for $100 off: https://apaththatfits.com/the-career-pathfinder/

My case study working with Adrian: https://apaththatfits.com/blog/palmer-case-study/

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Dr. Sandra Scheinbaum (aka Dr. Sandi) is the founder and CEO of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), a collaboration with The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). Dr. Sandi is a leader in the field of health coaching education.

An educator and licensed clinical psychologist for over 35 years, she was a pioneer in blending functional medicine principles with positive psychology, cognitive-behavior therapy, and mind-body medicine. She is the author of Functional Medicine Coaching, Stop Panic Attacks in 10 Easy Steps, and How to Give Clients the Skills to Stop Panic Attacks. She has her own healing story of overcoming ADD, panic attacks, and Reynaud’s Syndrome. 

In today’s conversation we discuss a number of important topics including:

• How people seeking to heal from autoimmune disorders can apply powerful positive psychology techniques 
• How people can address anxiety and panic attacks and 
• What’s important about working with a health coach and what the future is like for health coaching as a profession.

Quote: “You can always say, I have more to achieve. That’s the key to healthy aging.”

What’s inside this episode?

01:55 Dr. Sandi’s story, how she went from teaching, to getting a PhD in clinical psychology, to focusing on mind-body medicine, to learning about nutrition and functional medicine, to starting the FMCA program at age 65

07:10 The importance of having meaning, purpose, mission, and passion in your sixties and beyond and how Dr. Sandi is able to be a leader in this field

09:05 Get inspired: check out how many pushups Dr. Sandi does EVERY day – at age 74. It’s not twelve; it’s twelve sets!

15:08 The importance of intrinsic motivation and how there is always another level to attain; and how to get started developing healthy habits

20:15 Why understanding your strengths is so important to developing a positive mindset, especially when it comes to overcoming autoimmunity

25:36 What “PERMA” stands for and why we need it for a life well lived

33:01 Delving into panic attacks: Dr. Sandi’s personal experience with panic attacks in her twenties, how she healed, and what you can do to change your thoughts, distract yourself, recover fully, and prevent panic attacks

42:00 Anxiety is tied to the future; depression is tied to the past. How to be free in the present moment

43:13 What is a functional medicine health coach; why are they so important in helping others take control of their health; and how they undergo transformation themselves

47:27 Where can you learn more about becoming a health coach or to connect with Dr. Sandi

50:29 Dr. Sandi’s vision for the future

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Stacy Sims, exercise physiologist: https://www.drstacysims.com/

Discover your strengths free survey: https://www.viacharacter.org/

Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) book: Molecules of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine by Candace Pert, Ph.D.: https://amzn.to/407ritD

Positive Psychology: https://positivepsychology.com/what-is-positive-psychology-definition/

Book: The Gap and The Gain: The High Achievers' Guide to Happiness, Confidence, and Success by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Ben Hardy: https://amzn.to/408lZKr

Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA): functionalmedicinecoaching.org

Connect on social media:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalMedicineCoachingAcademy/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsandi/
• LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/sandrascheinbaum/

Dr. Sandi’s Books: 

• Functional Medicine Coaching: Stories from the Movement That's Transforming Healthcare: https://amzn.to/4fwEi0h
• Stop Panic Attacks in 10 Easy Steps: https://amzn.to/41PqZox
• Stay tuned for Dr. Sandi’s upcoming book: Your Health Coach Will See You Now

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Dr. Jill Carnahan, MD is a dual board certified medical doctor and the founder and Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine in Colorado. She specializes in searching for the underlying causes of illness through cutting-edge lab testing and personalized medicine protocols.

Dr. Jill has her own powerful healing stories from breast cancer, then Crohn’s disease, and then debilitating mold toxicity. In our last interview (Episode #11), I interviewed Dr. Jill about her bestselling book, Unexpected. It’s part autobiography, her healing stories, and prescriptive wisdom from her many years as both patient and practitioner. Dr. Jill is also executive producer, film writer, and featured in a new award-winning documentary about her journey overcoming illness called Doctor/Patient.

This time, I’ve asked Dr. Jill back to talk about all things MOLD. It’s something she’s personally experienced, I’ve personally experienced, and it’s something we are seeing more and more of in our Functional Medicine practices. It’s something that needs to be discussed openly because if it’s ignored, it can be the foe that takes you down or keeps you down if you’re trying to heal from complex chronic autoimmune challenges. You won’t want to miss this masterclass on mold!

Quote: “Clean air, clean water, clean food. Start with the basics."

What’s inside this episode?

01:50 Dr. Jill’s journey with mold illness 

08:14 What’s the big deal with mold?

14:08 Important details about cleaning spaces where mold once was, even if the mold is considered “dead” or “dry”

18:20 Common symptoms, autoimmune conditions, and diseases that a moldy toxic environment can trigger and contribute to 

23:45 Mold testing and more symptoms to be aware of

32:15 The first environmental or home test to start with if you have a tight budget, and steps to follow 

36:20 Testing the human body 

45:45 What is a “mold-dog”?

42:11 Where do you start once you’ve identified that you have a mold reaction and are dealing with autoimmunity 

46:20 Things you can do to keep your environment clean and prevent mold from becoming an issue 

51:30 Final words from Dr. Jill and what she personally practices to maintain good health 

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Jill’s website: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/

Subscribe to Dr. Jill’s newsletter: https://www.jillcarnahan.com/newsletter-signup/

Dr. Jill’s Book - Unexpected: Finding Resilience through Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith: https://a.co/d/iAwFZlC

Dr. Jill’s documentary: https://doctorpatientmovie.com/

QPCR home tests - Envirobiomics, RealTime Laboratories:

https://www.envirobiomics.com/product/ermi/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

 https://realtimelab.com/emma/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Urine Mycotoxin tests - Vibrant Wellness, RealTime Laboratories, Mosaic Diagnostics:

https://www.vibrant-wellness.com/test/MycotoxinsTest

https://realtimelab.com/

https://mosaicdx.com/test/mycotox-profile/

Visual Contrast Sensitivity test (free): VCS Test:

https://www.vcstest.com/

Mold Dog inspection: https://mold-dog.com/

Home mold cleaner - EC3 Mold Cleaner:

https://microbalancehealthproducts.com/products/ec3-mold-solution-concentrate.html

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Elyse Wagner is a Certified Nutritionist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She’s the co-founder of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy; she’s the author of the book, Self-Care & Lifestyle Planner; and she’s also the creator of a Nourished Life Academy, where she teaches people to become their own Chief Wellbeing Officers. Elyse has a dual Master’s from Bastyr University in Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology, and she has also studied with the Institute for Functional Medicine.

Elyse has personally battled anxiety, depression, autoimmunity, weight fluctuations, and low self-worth and confidence. 

I’ve known Elyse since my wonderful experience with FMCA and I’ve asked her to come on today to discuss self-care, which is an essential, timely, and yet often overlooked topic, especially when it comes to healing from an autoimmune disorder. 

Quote: “I believe when we put our mind and bodies in environments that are healing, we really can heal ourselves.”

What’s inside this episode?

01:15 Elyse’s powerful story beginning with extra weight and bullying at age 13 to becoming a Certified Nutritionist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor

07:15 The holistic shifts and changes that Elyse made and what she felt she could have used for additional support 

10:00 Where and why Elyse’s coaching business began

14:33 How Elyse handled the stress and uncertainty of her diagnosis

20:10 How Elyse defines self-care and what it really looks to be nourished

28:15 Favorite simple self-care practices during the holiday season

32:15 Elyse’s Self-care & Lifestyle Planner, and Soulful Self-Care Planning Workshop

Resources mentioned:

Elyse’s Soulful Self-Care Planning Workshop Dec 14 11-1 pm CST :

https://bonus.elysewagner.com/soulful-self-care-workshop

Elyse’s Workbook: Self-Care & Lifestyle Planner:

https://amzn.to/4eIyq3I

Elyse’s Free Gift: Nourishing Morning Routine Recipe:

https://bonus.elysewagner.com/nourishing-morning-routine

Elyse’s website: https://www.elysewagner.com/a-nourished-life

White light meditation: https://insighttimer.com/mlepera/guided-meditations/white-light-meditation-and-visualization

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Linda Clark holds a Master’s in Holistic Health, is a certified Holistic Nutritionist, and serves as an Adjunct Professor at John F. Kennedy University, where she teaches graduate courses on holistic health and nutrition. With over 16 years of clinical experience, Linda has successfully overcome multiple autoimmune conditions, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, celiac disease, and multiple chemical sensitivities.

In today’s episode, Linda educates us about gut health. The gut is the largest and most important immune system in our body, and healing it is a crucial component to reversing autoimmune conditions. Learn the symptoms of a leaky gut and the steps you can take to begin the process of healing and sealing it. 

Quote:

“The body heals from the inside out.”

What’s inside this episode?

01:51 Why is it so important for us to seal our guts?

08:59 What we need to get “right” in order to have a healthy gut

09:42 How to know if you’re not producing enough acid, if you’re not making enough or releasing enough bile, and if you aren’t producing enough pancreatic enzymes

12:00 Symptoms of autoimmune thyroid issues

19:40 What needs to be addressed and the steps to take in order to start healing the gut and the thyroid gland

33:45 What else is causing a leaky gut besides the food we’re eating?

36:50 What you can do right now to start healing your gut

44:45 Final words of wisdom from Linda about gut healing

Resources mentioned:

Linda’s website: https://www.uwanutrition.com/

Detox 360 Webinar with Linda Clark: https://apexseminars.com/home/detox360webinar/

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Linda Clark, M.A. is a certified Holistic Nutritionist and she serves as an Adjunct Professor at John F. Kennedy University where she has been teaching graduate level courses on holistic health and nutrition for more than 16 years. Linda has successfully overcome multiple autoimmune conditions, including chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, celiac disease, and multiple chemical sensitivities.

In today’s episode, Linda shares her personal journey with numerous autoimmune disorders and how it inspired her to study and teach the power of detoxification. It is incredibly empowering to understand what healthy detoxification looks like and how modern life, toxins, nutrient deficiencies and stressors can impede detoxification and what we can do about it.

Linda walks us through the intricate process of detoxifying the body naturally, healing from a root cause perspective, and recognizing key symptoms to watch for. Linda also offers practical steps to begin detoxifying in a safe and effective way.

*Please note: throughout this podcast episode, Linda shares visual slides that may be beneficial.

You can listen to and view this podcast on the @PalmerKippola YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MJz5uAEC3ZM

Quote:

“One of the things that impedes detoxification is constipation.”

What’s inside this episode?

03:35 Linda’s story and why she became interested in healthy detoxification

07:21 Detoxification of the liver - your primary detox organ 

14:07 Natural supplements to move your bile along even when you don’t have a gallbladder

16:14 Supplements to support constipation and mobilize feces 

18:50 Addressing birth control and which vitamins it impedes upon and therefore need to be supplemented

21:50 Signs of immune dysfunction, chemical sensitivity, and that you’re becoming intolerant of your environment

27:43 Vitamins and nutrients that will help heal barriers and rebuild your immune tolerance 

32:00 Evaluating toxicity: which markers on a comprehensive blood test can help you learn about your body’s detoxification ability

41:45 Specific toxins, how long they live in your body, and common symptoms that indicate different disease and conditions 

49:00 Common symptoms of liver, kidney, and gallbladder issues 

50:24 What is looks like when you have really poor detoxification, including extra weight

52:00 Detoxification processes and pathways for different organs and systems and which nutrients our bodies need 

1:13:34 What keeps our body from detoxing properly

1:15:28 The natural keys to healthy detoxification 

Resources mentioned:

Linda’s website: https://www.uwanutrition.com/

Detox 360 Webinar with Linda Clark: https://apexseminars.com/home/detox360webinar/

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Dr. Bill Rawls has spent over 30 years in medicine as an OBGYN, but a personal battle with chronic Lyme disease in his 40s led him to discover the limitations of conventional medicine and the potential of alternative treatments. Through holistic and herbal therapies, he restored his health and became passionate about promoting cellular wellness to address and defend against microbes and other root causes of illness.

Today, Dr. Rawls helps others achieve wellness through modern herbology. He shares his insights in his bestselling books, Unlocking Lyme and The Cellular Wellness Solution, highlighting the importance of herbal phytochemicals in protecting cellular health and boosting the body's defenses.

I’m thrilled to have Dr. Rawls with me today to dive into the realm of herbs and how they are foundational to healing chronic Lyme and other autoimmune illnesses and supporting a long healthy life.

Quote:

“What healing is is the ability of cells to recover and regenerate.”

What’s inside this episode?

01:28 The context: 60% of the U.S. population is dealing with chronic illness.

02:22 Dr. Rawls’ healing story which started in his forties.

07:19 Dr. Rawls perspective on modern medicine and the limitations of medication

10:10 The root cause of every chronic illness; including the five basic but essential needs of every cell. 

18:48 What is aging? 

22:19 Microbes: Acute, chronic, stealthy, and how they transition from dormancy to reactivation to the boiling point

31:36 Herbs, plants and their potential for healing by reducing cellular stress with low toxicity 

34:04 Top herbs to reduce cellular stress and the microbe load by suppressing pathogens

41:05 Antibiotics vs herbs

42:55 The importance of asking WHY you are sick or have symptoms

46:18 How living life in alignment with Dr. Rawls’ 5 keys to cellular wellness allow me and Dr. Rawls to live a vibrant life

49:34 What Dr. Rawls does daily to stay well and thrive

Resources mentioned:

Dr. Rawls’ Website & Health Coaching: https://rawlsmd.com/

Dr. Rawls’ books: 

The Cellular Wellness Solution: Tap Into Your Full Health Potential with the Science-Backed Power of Herbs - https://amzn.to/3Ug1Sqh

Unlocking Lyme: Myths, Truths, and Practical Solutions for Chronic Lyme Disease - https://amzn.to/3A4FcT6

Dr. Rawls Supplements: https://vitalplan.com/

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Nagina Abdullah is a weight-loss coach for women in midlife and founder of the top-rated website MasalaBody.com. Nagina has a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley and she earned an MBA from NYU. She has helped more than 1,500 women in midlife successfully lose weight permanently through healthy lifestyle changes.

I first met Nagina when she asked me to participate in her The Midlife Woman’s Series to Boost Metabolism, Balance Hormones and Burn Fat. While I don’t focus on weight loss, per so, I was very interested in participating because the connection between extra weight and autoimmunity is clear: autoimmune disease is a hypometabolic state meaning cellular metabolism is low, slow, and often dysregulated. 

Join us as we discuss simple ways to fix your metabolism, end sugar cravings, lose weight sustainably, and heal with food.

Quote:

“Protein more!”

What’s inside this episode?

01:43 Nagina’s personal weight loss story

06:23 The importance of having strong reasons when making positive changes

10:10 Metabolism defined

12:53 What’s the concern about blood sugar and insulin?

15:33 Why diets don’t work

19:22 What can you do about a sugar addiction?

23:09 Why this is not a license to consume “diet” sweeteners like saccharin (Sweet n’ Low®), aspartame (Equal®) and sucralose (Splenda®)

24:42 Nagina’s 4-part fat burning framework, starting with breakfast

32:14 AIP considerations

37:10 Lunch and dinner options

40:22 Afternoon snack cravings – what do they mean?

45:16 Start by adding cinnamon

46:10 Why protein is so important, especially for women; and how much you should get every day.

48:37 What is Nagina’s free 5-day workshop?

Resources mentioned:

Nagina’s website: https://masalabody.com/

Nagina’s free 5-day workshop: Five Day Free Metabolism Boost - https://masalabody.com/boost/?rootabl=palmer

Vegan protein powders:

MRM Vanilla - https://amzn.to/4h5q9cC

Sunwarrior Chocolate - https://amzn.to/480b0oS

Coconut yogurts I love:

Harmless Harvest - https://amzn.to/4eT72jX

So Delicious - https://amzn.to/3TY4QiZ

Kite Hill vegan yogurt:

Almond Milk Yogurt - https://amzn.to/3TSATRl

Want my help reversing an autoimmune condition?

If you live in the continental U.S. and are committed and determined to reclaim your best health, I offer Functional Natural Medicine Autoimmune Reversal Programs over Zoom. Get on my calendar for a free 30-minute discovery call, here: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Join Dr. Pedro and me as we dive into Lyme co-infections, including Borellia, Babesia, Bartonella, Chlamydia, and Mycoplasma Pneumoniae. Dr. Pedro is a naturopath who specializes in helping people reverse autoimmune conditions by digging deeply into root causes which are often hidden and overlooked.

In part three of this three part series with Dr. Pedro, we discuss signs, symptoms, testing, and natural solutions to Lyme, Chlamydia and Mycoplasma Pneumoniae. 

Quote: “It’s just immune system confusion, overwhelm, and if you slowly take the things out of the way that are overwhelming the immune system it will do its job; the immune system will come back, it will be happy and healthy.”

What's Inside this episode:

00:01 How do you know if you have Lyme or a co-infection?

07:11 Lyme disease myths

08:15 What are common symptoms of Babesia?

10:48 Which are Dr. Pedro’s favorite Lyme lab tests? 

14:39 What are common symptoms of mycoplasma and chlamydia pneumoniae?

16:42 How to treat chlamydia pneumoniae?

18:17 How about mycoplasma pneumoniae aka walking pneumonia?

22:19 Why you should not fear a Lyme or co-infection diagnosis.

23:00 The importance of lowering your immune burden through daily lifestyle habits

Resources mentioned:

Find a Lyme literate doctor: ILADS - https://www.ilads.org/patient-care/provider-search/

Herbal remedy for chronic lung infections: Deep Lung Formula - https://woodlandessence.com/products/lung-formula-liquid-extract?_pos=2&_sid=cfcc85805&_ss=r

Work with me and Dr. Pedro: https://palmerkippola.com/functional-medicine-autoimmune-reversal-program/

Want a good resource to reclaim your best health and life?

For step-by-step and compassionate guidance through all the root causes that must be explored for full healing, grab a copy of my book, Beat Autoimmune: The 6 Keys To Reverse Your Condition and Reclaim Your Health with a foreword by Functional Medicine pioneer, Mark Hyman, MD. Then download FREE bonuses including 35 delicious Autoimmune Paleo Recipes HERE: https://beatautoimmunebook.com/