Why You Should Listen:

In this episode, you will learn about fluoroquinolone toxicity or "floxing".

About My Guests:

My guests for this episode are Dr. Mark Ghalili and Jason Sousa.

Mark Ghalili, DO is a Regenerative Medicine Specialist at Regenerative Medicine LA. He pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of California Irvine and then went on to obtain his medical degree at Western University of Health Sciences. As a regenerative medicine specialist, Dr. Ghalili's passion lies in teaching his patients about chronic disease, prevention, and finding the underlying reasons for an illness. Unfortunately, a monumental event in his own personal life changed his path forever. In late 2016, Dr. Ghalili experienced a severe and common adverse reaction to a widely prescribed antibiotic called Cipro. On his second day of antibiotic treatment, he found himself grasping for life in excruciating pain. This was only the beginning of an onslaught of symptoms that changed his life forever. Dr. Ghalili soon suffered from complete muscle wasting, burning neuropathy, seizures, brain fog, vertigo, blurry vision, and tendon tears in his legs. His life became confined to a wheelchair, crippled and unable to walk. Dr. Ghalili's only hope was implementing alternative and regenerative therapies, as the traditional medical doctors had no answer for him, nor did they even believe him. Dr. Ghalili went from being confined in a wheelchair, unable to treat patients, living in excruciating pain, to gaining the gift of running again, something he will never take for granted. Dr. Ghalili was persistent to gain his normal life back so he could help millions around the world.

Jason Sousa is a patient advocate and editor of FloxieHope.com. His own health took a sharp decline six months after using a fluoroquinolone antibiotic in 2013. Today, Jason works tirelessly to help others that have been "floxed" to improve the quality of their lives and put an end to their suffering by sharing knowledge and stories of hope.

Key Takeaways:

• What medications may lead to "floxing"?
• How common is damage from fluoroquinolone antibiotics
• What are the symptoms associated with fluoroquinolone toxicity?
• How long does it take to be "floxed"?
• How might these medications contribute to CFS/ME?
• Are there conditions or genetic predispositions that increase the potential for a bad outcome?
• What is the mechanism of action?
• Can any labs show that these medications have led to damage?
• What is the role of fluoride in "floxing"?
• Do other medications contain fluoride and have similar potential adverse outcomes?
• Is the damage limited to the tendons?
• What is the role of magnesium and iron in fluoroquinolone toxicity?
• How do these drugs impact collagen and structural integrity
• Is there a connection between fluoroquinolones and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
• Can fluoroquinolones trigger Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
• How can side effects be minimized?
• Can supporting the mitochondria lead to improvement?
• Is there a place for detoxification of fluoride?
• What is the role of leaky gut and supporting the microbiome
• Can supplemental collagen be helpful?
• How can macrophages be shifted to the anti-inflammatory M2 type?
• Is there a place for IVIG, ozone, Prolozone, HBOT, PEMF, or red light therapy?
• What is the prognosis for patients?

Connect With My Guests:

http://RegenerativeMedicineLA.com

http://FloxieHope.com

Interview Date:

May 25, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode146.

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 strategies for achieving Radical Longevity.

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Ann Louise Gittleman. Ann Louise Gittleman, PhD, CNS is a trend setting pioneer in the health and healing arena. She holds an MS in Nutrition Education from Columbia University, the title of Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) from the American College of Nutrition, and a PhD in Holistic Nutrition. The award-winning author of more than thirty-five books (including several New York Times bestsellers), Ann Louise has also served as the Chief Nutritionist of the Pediatric Clinic at Bellevue Hospital and is the former Director of Nutrition at the Pritikin Longevity Center in Santa Monica, CA. She is highly respected as an international leader in diet, nutrition and the environment. Her latest book is "RADICAL LONGEVITY - The Powerful Plan to Sharpen Your Brain, Strengthen Your Body, and Reverse the Symptoms of Aging".

Key Takeaways:

• What factors are contributing to the health challenges people face today?
• While "Immunity is Everything", how does quercetin play a role?
• Why is melatonin the "Immune Warrior Hormone"?
• What tools can be helpful for heavy metal detoxification and to "Take On Toxic Overload"?
• What are some top glyphosate detoxification strategies?
• Do parasites still play a role nearly 30 years after the release of her book "Guess What Came to Dinner"?
• What strategies can be used to "Stop Advanced Glycation End Products"?
• What tools can be used to "Free Up Fascia for Youthful Movement"?
• What approaches can be used to "Activate Cellular Rejuvenation"?
• In "Minding Your Minerals", what is the role of copper and iron toxicity?
• Given the importance of "Optimizing the Gut-Brain Connection", what tools can be used?
• What is the "5 Day Radical Longevity Reset"?
• What can be done to support cognition and brain health?
• Why is low cholesterol not always a good thing?
• How can bones, muscles, and joints be supported?
• What leads to the best possible skin and hair?
• Are bioidentical hormones a good thing?
• What are the leading tools in regenerative medicine?

Connect With My Guest:

http://AnnLouise.com

Related Resources:

Radical Longevity Book

UNIKEY Health

Interview Date:

May 4, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode145.

Additional Information:

To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.

Disclosure:

BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of UNIKEY Health.

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 PANS and PANDAS and approaches for supporting children impacted by these conditions.

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Anju Usman Singh. Anju Usman Singh, MD is director and owner of True Health Medical Center and Pure Compounding Pharmacy in Naperville, Illinois. She specializes in biomedical interventions for children with ADD, Autism, PANS/PANDAS, Down Syndrome, and related conditions. She has been involved in research regarding copper/zinc imbalances, metallothionein dysfunction, biofilm related infections, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. She serves on the medical advisory boards for TACA (The Autism Community in Action) and Autism Hope Alliance, as well as serving on faculty for MAPS (Medical Academy for Pediatric Special Needs). Dr. Usman Singh received her medical degree from Indiana University and completed a residency in Family Practice at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She is board certified in Family Practice and Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM).

Key Takeaways:

• Why is immune dysregulation, inflammation, MCAS, and autoimmunity more common than ever?
• Is autoimmunity driven by a persistent infection or toxicant?
• What are the diagnostic criteria for PANS/PANDAS?
• What are some key labs used to explore these conditions
• Can vertical transfer of infection during pregnancy contribute to PANS/PANDAS?
• How might the Cunningham Panel be used?
• What role does genetics play in PANS/PANDAS?
• What are some of the microbial support tools?
• What role do biofilms play in these conditions?
• When should biofilms be addressed?
• How might pre and probiotics help with biofilms?
• How might symptoms such as OCD, anxiety, and sleep issues be supported?
• What can be done for children with food restrictions?
• What tools support modulation of the immune system?
• Are parasites a good thing or a bad thing?

Connect With My Guest:

http://TrueHealthMedical.com

Related Resources:

http://TrueHealingNaturals.com

Interview Date:

April 21, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode144.

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 healing from mold and Lyme disease.

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Diane Mueller. Diane Mueller, ND, DAOM, LAc is a survivor of IBS, Lyme disease, and mold illness. Dr. Diane's journey to heal herself led her to complete two doctorate degrees in holistic health care. She has a Doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine as well as a Doctorate degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is passionate about bringing research, understanding, and compassion to those with these conditions. She has co-authored the book "Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide". Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats people from around the country. She co-owns an online functional medicine school, the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine. Her recent book "Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide" shares many of the strategies that she used to recover her own health and the health of many of her patients.

Key Takeaways:

• Should mold be treated before Lyme disease?
• Is killing the bug important for recovering health?
• How can pulsing antimicrobials be part of a protocol?
• What are persisters, and how are they addressed?
• Can mycotoxins lead to leaky gut?
• Does fungal colonization occur after exposure to water-damaged buildings?
• How does Bartonella impact the lymphatics?
• How do Ehrlichia and Anaplasma negatively impact our mitochondria?
• What is the role of viruses and retroviruses in chronic illness
• Can medicine mushrooms be used in those with mold illness or fungal overgrowth?
• What is the role of bile transporters in detoxification?
• How might manganese or hyaluronic acid be used as "feeders"?
• How might pulsing be used to avoid sensitization to therapeutic interventions?
• What properties does cistus have that make it a useful tool
• Why is it important to approach biofilm treatment with caution?
• What is the role of autophagy in cleansing?
• What can negative thoughts do to the physical body?
• Where can patients find support?

Connect With My Guest:

http://MedicineWithHeart.com

Related Resources:

Book - Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme: A Survivor's Guide

Body, Mind, Mold and Lyme Summit

Interview Date:

April 6, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode143.

Additional Information:

To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.

Disclosure:

BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Amazon.com and HeySummit.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 lipid therapy in optimizing health.

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Kelly McCann. Kelly McCann, MD, MPH & TM is on staff at Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach, California and has been in private practice in Costa Mesa since 2008. She founded Partners in Health at the Spring Center in August 2009. Dr. McCann received a B.A. in Music from Brown University and a Master's in Library Science from University at Albany. She went on to receive her Doctor of Medicine degree (MD) and simultaneously earned a Master's in Public Health (MPH) in Tropical Medicine (TM) at Tulane University in New Orleans. She completed both an Internal Medicine residency at Banner Samaritan Medical Center and a Pediatrics residency at Phoenix Children's Hospital in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. McCann completed a Fellowship in the Program of Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona where she worked with Dr. Andrew Weil. She is one of only 35 physicians world-wide to participate in this Residential Fellowship. Dr. McCann became certified in medical acupuncture through the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture. She is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine and also Board Certified in Integrative Medicine by the American Board of Physician Specialties. Dr. McCann completed a Masters in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica in 2010. She is a Board Member of the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness. She lectures internationally on mold, Lyme disease, and environmental toxins.

Key Takeaways:

• What symptoms or conditions might benefit from lipid therapy?
• When might lipid therapy be appropriate in the overall timeline of a chronic illness protocol
• Which fats are the most health-supporting?
• Are fish oils helpful or harmful?
• Can there be an imbalance with too much Omega-3 and too little Omega-6?
• How can lipid balance be explored?
• What are VLCFAs and "renegades"?
• What are DNA adducts?
• What is PC? How is it different from choline?
• Do lipids impact our ability to create energy or ATP?
• How does PEMT impact the need for PC?
• What is TMAO? Is it a concern when supplementing PC?
• Is soy-derived or sunflower-derived best?
• What is the role of ox bile, TUDCA, and butyrate in a lipid replacement protocol?

Connect With My Guest:

http://TheSpringCenter.com

Related Resources:

BodyBio

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Interview Date:

March 26, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode142.

Additional Information:

To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.

Disclosure:

BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of BodyBio.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 recovering from Lyme disease.

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Dan Kinderlehrer. Dan Kinderlehrer, MD is a nationally recognized physician with expertise in the fields of nutrition, allergy, environmental medicine, Lyme disease, and the healing of mind-body-spirit as a unified whole. Dr. Kinderlehrer co-founded The New England Center for Holistic Medicine in Newbury MA and has taught extensively, including practitioner training courses at the Omega Institute, The National Institute of Behavioral Medicine, and the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society. He created and organized the Lyme Fundamentals course which is presented annually at the International Lyme and Associated Diseases conferences. He is the author of several review articles in medical journals and the Lyme Times. His integrated medical practice in Denver, CO focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of tick-borne disease. Dr. Kinderlehrer is the author of "Recovery from Lyme Disease: The Integrative Medicine Guide to Diagnosing and Treating Tick-Borne Illness".

Key Takeaways:

• How have the Lyme Wars between IDSA and ILADS changed
• What is the role of epigenetics?
• Do Adverse Childhood Events (ACEs) play a role in the development of Lyme disease?
• What is Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome (PTLDS)
• How might treatment be approached after a tick bite?
• What are other means of transmission of Lyme disease besides tick bites?
• Which microbes play the biggest role in anxiety, depression, OCD, and neuropsychiatric symptoms?
• Do patients do better at higher altitudes or at sea level?
• What is the latest on Disulfiram for treating Lyme disease
• What labs have been most helpful?
• What are some of the key treatment options for Lyme and co-infections?
• Might Bartonella play a role in SIBO?
• How is dysautonomia addressed?
• What is the role of MCAS in Lyme disease?
• How much does mold impact patients with Lyme disease
• Which oxidative therapies have been helpful for Lyme patients?
• How important is limbic system retraining?

Related Resources:

Recovery from Lyme Disease: The Integrative Medicine Guide to Diagnosing and Treating Tick-Borne Illness

Interview Date:

March 12, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode141.

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 sulfur dysregulation and "The Devil in the Garlic".

About My Guests:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Greg Nigh. Greg Nigh, ND, LAc is a primary care physician, naturopathic oncologist, and acupuncturist. He is a 2001 graduate of the National College of Natural Medicine where he completed both the Naturopathic Doctor (ND) program and the Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) program. He is an avid researcher and has published several peer-reviewed papers covering sulfur metabolism, glyphosate, cancer, and other topics. He has been a prominent voice within the naturopathic profession. He has spoken at dozens of conferences, both nationally and internationally, on topics as diverse as hypnosis in clinical practice, cancer cell metabolism, naturopathic treatment of strokes, the use of therapeutic diets in the clinical setting, and much else. He has spoken at the Conference on the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology of Water which takes place annually in Europe, where he has educated researchers from around the world about the unique role of sulfur in the maintenance of water structure in the body. In addition to his work with cancer patients, he also works extensively with Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and related illnesses, Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia, gastrointestinal symptoms including inflammatory bowel disease, and many other challenging conditions. He has received additional training in both environmental medicine and heavy metal testing and IV chelation therapies. He creates comprehensive detoxification and rebalancing programs related to all these conditions, utilizing one of the widest ranges of therapeutic modalities available. He is in practice at Immersion Health in Portland, Oregon.

Key Takeaways:

• What is the cast of characters of sulfur dysregulation?
• What symptoms might be experienced with sulfur dysregulation?
• Can testing be helpful when exploring sulfur imbalance?
• What are common incoming sources of sulfur in the diet that may need to be restricted?
• Is a vegetarian diet a better option for those with sulfur issues?
• What is the connection between sulfur and GI conditions like SIBO, Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis, and leaky gut?
• What role does sulfation play in detoxification?
• Does sulfur dysregulation lead to chronic infections?
• Is there a connection between sulfate deficiency and connection tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
• Is sulfate deficiency contributing to hypercoagulation?
• Do SNPs in CBS and SUOX correlate to those with sulfur issues?
• What is the connection between glyphosate and sulfur pathways?
• Should certain supplements be avoided to minimize incoming sulfur?
• How do we open the drains in the sulfur bucket?
• How might Candida overgrowth lead to sulfur dysregulation
• Are Epsom salt baths generally tolerated in those with sulfur issues?
• Can homeopathic sulfur or desensitization techniques be helpful?

Connect With My Guest:

http://DevilInTheGarlic.com

http://ImmersionHealthPDX.com

Related Resources:

Low Sulfur Diet Guide

Low Sulfur Protocol - Picture Guide

Interview Date:

February 23, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode140.

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 autoimmune pandemic and how microbes are often at the core of autoimmune conditions.

About My Guests:

My guests for this episode are Dr. Steven Phillips and Dana Parish. Steven Phillips, MD is a renowned Yale-trained physician, international lecturer, and media go-to expert. Well-published in the medical literature, he has treated over 20,000 patients with complex, chronic illness from nearly 20 countries. Dr. Phillips experienced firsthand the nightmare of an undiagnosed, serious infection after nearly dying from his own "mystery illness," and having to save his own life when 25 doctors could not. Dana Parish developed Lyme-induced heart failure as a result of being improperly diagnosed by some of the "top" doctors in the country—and had her life saved by Dr. Phillips. A chart-topping Sony/ATV singer/songwriter who has written songs for artists like Celine Dion and Idina Menzel, she has become a major voice in the world of chronic illness. Her popular column on Huffington Post has been read by more than one million people globally.

Key Takeaways:

• Is autoimmunity a symptom of an underlying pathogen or a condition of its own?
• Why does modern medicine attempt to use steroids and biolgoics, and what are the potential consequences?
• Why are infections more likely to lead to autoimmunity today
• Is detoxification important in a healing strategy
• Are vector-borne microbes the core issue or simply one component of autoimmune conditions?
• What is "Post Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome"? Is it just another way to invalidate patient experiences?
• How often are people infected with these organisms but not picked up with existing labs?
• What role do Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF) Borrelias play?
• Do parasites play a role in chronic, complex illness?
• Do infections serve as triggers for demyelination?
• What are the top triggers for PANS?
• Are vector-borne pathogens sexually transmitted? During a pregnancy?
• Can psychiatric conditions be the result of an underlying infection?
• Can mast cell stabilizers have potential downsides?
• What role do viruses play?
• What are the core issues in ALS?
• What is missing from current treatment strategies for neurodegenerative conditions?
• Does autism have an infectious component?
• How might liposomal oregano oil be helpful in the treatment of vector-borne infections?
• What are some potential concerns with the use of Disulfiram and methylene blue?
• What does "maintenance" look like?
• Might a focus on mental and emotional health benefit patients?
• Does limbic system retraining have a place?

Connect With My Guests:

http://TheChronicBook.com

Interview Date:

February 9, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode139.

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 integrative treatment of biotoxin illness.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Jodie A. Dashore. Jodie A. Dashore, PhD is an internationally recognized pioneering clinician in autism spectrum disorders, mold/ biotoxin illness, chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), and Lyme disease. As a member of ILADS (International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society) and a Lyme Literate Naturopathic clinician since 2010, Dr. Dashore's has an amazing track record using all-natural protocols for helping patients with chronic and treatment-resistant Lyme disease. Dr. Dashore received her Ph.D. in integrative medicine with her thesis focus on medical herbalism for autism spectrum disorders. She holds a Doctorate in OT specializing in neurology with her thesis focus on traumatic brain injury and stroke. She additionally holds a Post Doctoral specialization in advanced neuro-sensory integration. Dr. Dashore is a registered herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild.

Key Takeaways:

• What was Dr. Dashore's personal journey with Lyme disease and biotoxin illness?
• What is the role of immune dysregulation in biotoxin illness
• What are the triggers for MCAS?
• What tools may be helpful for regaining autonomic balance
• What is the role of MARCoNS in biotoxin illness?
• What is the connection between PANS/PANDAS and CIRS
• How is GENIE transcriptomic testing different from SNP testing?
• Why is never getting sick or not having a fever not always a good sign?
• Can methylation be supported too early and lead to new problems?
• What advantages might herbs have over pharmaceutical medications in the treatment of Lyme?
• How might herbal formulas go beyond biochemistry and into the realm of biophysics?
• What are the 7 steps of the BioNexus approach?
• How might camel milk support the immune system?
• What considerations should be explored when a young person goes to college?
• What might a maintenance approach look like?
• What are the two universal truths? Can they co-exist?
• What is the role of mother's intuition in healing a child with biotoxin illness?

Connect With My Guest:

http://BioNexusHealth.com

Interview Date:

January 22, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode138.

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 the latest in the realm of biotoxin illness and mold illness.

About My Guest:

My guest for this episode is Dr. Sandeep Gupta. Sandeep Gupta, MD is a holistic medical doctor, nutritional and environmental medicine specialist, ayurvedic consultant, and wellness coach. Dr. Gupta received his medical degree from the University of Queensland. After graduating medical school, Dr. Gupta worked in a range of public and private hospitals including several years in intensive care. Like many, his own personal journey with chronic illness shifted his focus, and he now works to support those with complex chronic illnesses such as mold illness and Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (or CIRS). Today, he has a private holistic practice on the Sunshine Coast in Australia where he consults with people worldwide.

Key Takeaways:

• What is biotoxin illness, and why is inflammation a central feature?
• What symptoms are seen in CIRS?
• How are the innate and adaptive immune system involved in biotoxin illness?
• What is the difference between mold allergy and mold biotoxin illness?
• Can CIRS be the result of Lyme disease without mold exposure?
• What is the soup of materials encountered when exposed to a water-damaged building?
• Can HLA-DR serve as a predictor for the potential of developing CIRS? As a predictor of treatment outcome?
• What are the benefits of a mold sabbatical?
• What self-testing methods might be employed? When should one consider an IEP?
• How important is removal of the source of the exposure
• What air filtration systems might be helpful?
• Can mold exposure from a water-damaged-building colonize the body?
• How is the treatment of MARCoNS approached?
• What is the clinical value of urine mycotoxin testing?
• Can NeuroQuant be used to explore the potential for limbic system dysfunction or Mast Cell Activation Syndrome?
• What role does VIP play in recovering from biotoxin illness
• What is the basic treatment strategy for biotoxin illness
• What is the role of illness?

Connect With My Guest:

http://MoldIllnessMadeSimple.com

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Interview Date:

January 8, 2021

Transcript:

To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode137.

Additional Information:

To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.

Disclosure:

BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of MoldIllnessMadeSimple.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.