In Episode 14 of Lyme+, we kick off a powerful three-part series with Dr. Bill Rawls—renowned integrative physician, bestselling author, and founder of Vital Plan. Dr. Rawls opens up about his personal journey from chronic illness to recovery and the pivotal shift that led him to embrace herbal therapies and holistic healing for Lyme and tick-borne diseases.

In this episode, Dr. Rawls and Kenzie explore:

• His passion for surfing and kite surfing (0:14)

• How Lyme microbes operate in the body and why they’re so disruptive (19:00)

• The potential of chronic Lyme to unlock insights into all chronic illness (21:00)

• Why Lyme research remains dramatically underfunded (26:00)

• What needs to change to better support doctors treating Lyme patients (26:55)

• Kenzie’s personal advice for those in the trenches (32:30)

• An introduction to Vital Plan and its role in Dr. Rawls’ healing approach (38:30)

• His "recipe for health"—the core elements that helped him truly recover (46:20)

This episode is packed with hope, science, and practical guidance for anyone on the path to wellness.

This episode is made possible by Restore180. If you're dealing with Lyme or chronic illness, you know healing isn’t a quick fix. Backed by Dr. Bill Rawls and Vital Plan, Restore180 is a 6-month, phased program designed to restore gut health, calm your nervous system, strengthen immunity, and target the microbes driving your symptoms — all while supporting your body’s natural healing process. 👉 Learn more at ⁠vitalplan.com/restore180⁠