Lyme Insider by Dr. Tom Moorcroft

What if your anxiety or your child's panic wasn't a mental illness — but your body's natural way of trying to protect you?

In this powerful episode, Dr. Tom Moorcroft sits down with Dr. Scott Antoine, an expert in PANS/PANDAS and complex chronic illness, to reveal how the brain and body miscommunicate during stress and inflammation—and what it takes to retrain the nervous system for safety, calm, and healing.

You'll discover: ✅ Why anxiety and panic are protective responses, not flaws ✅ The connection between infections, toxins, and brain inflammation (PANS/PANDAS, Lyme, etc.) ✅ How laughter, language, and calm connection can rewire the brain ✅ The "20–30% Rule" for nervous system recovery ✅ Simple parenting tools to help kids regulate emotion and behavior ✅ How words, mindset, and environment shape healing outcomes

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⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 01:12 – Why anxiety isn't a broken system 04:45 – The fight-or-flight response gone wrong 08:22 – PANS, Lyme, and immune-driven behavior changes 13:10 – How laughter resets the nervous system 18:03 – Parenting tools for calm connection 23:45 – The 20–30% rule for nervous system recovery 28:20 – How language shapes healing 32:40 – Closing thoughts

Chronic Lyme disease patients often struggle with treatment-resistant neuropsychiatric symptoms that conventional medicine can't address. In this groundbreaking conversation, discover how microdosing psilocybin is offering new hope for those stuck in rigid thought patterns, depression, anxiety, and cognitive dysfunction. Can microdosing psilocybin help people with chronic Lyme? While it doesn't treat the infection itself, new case reports show it may ease the mental and emotional patterns that keep people stuck. Here's one published study on psilocybin microdosing and chronic Lyme: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36896410/

You'll learn: ✅ How microdosing differs from recreational psychedelic use ✅ The science behind neuroplasticity and default mode network changes ✅ Why proper coaching and journaling protocols are essential ✅ Case reports showing success in treatment-resistant patients ✅ Safe dosing guidelines and harm reduction practices | ✅ How to integrate mindfulness practices for lasting results ✅ The difference between therapy and coaching approaches ✅ Why "set and setting" matter even with microdoses

Seth Marcus, mindful psychedelic coach and creator of the Microdosing Journal, shares his professional approach to helping high-performers and chronic illness patients use these ancient medicines safely and effectively as tools for healing and personal growth.

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⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: Microdosing for chronic Lyme brain

02:25 - Meet Seth Marcus: From personal healing to professional coaching

07:04 - Key benefits: Focus, creativity, relationships, and mood

14:19 - The Microdosing Journal: Structure meets flexibility

25:17 - How psychedelics really work: Opening the heart

32:00 - Default mode network and rigid thought patterns

38:11 - Coaching vs therapy: Building your ideal future

44:07 - Why high-performers need coaches

51:23 - Safe microdosing protocols and guidelines

1:03:05 - Prayer, intention, and treating medicine as sacrament

1:14:25 - Debunking lethal dose myths

1:17:20 - Message to healthcare professionals

Are you stuck in your healing journey with Lyme disease, mold illness, long COVID, or another chronic condition? You've tried the protocols, supplements, and treatments—but you're still not getting better. Why? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tom Moorcroft sits down with Dr. Aimie Apigian, physician, trauma expert, and author of The Biology of Trauma, to explore how unresolved trauma and nervous system dysregulation keep the body stuck in protection mode—blocking true healing.

You'll learn:

Why trauma biology—not just infections—may be the missing link in Lyme and chronic illness recovery. How unresolved trauma imprints on the nervous system, fueling inflammation and autoimmunity.

Why willpower and "trying harder" don't work when the body is stuck in survival.

Simple, science-based steps to reset your nervous system so healing can finally happen.

Whether you're a patient struggling with chronic illness or a clinician looking for better ways to support your patients, this episode will give you a whole new perspective on what it takes to heal.

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00:00 Intro: Why trauma biology matters in Lyme

00:36 Medical gaslighting & trauma in chronic illness

01:37 Actionable, simple tools vs. theory (Dr. Aimie's approach)

03:22 From addiction medicine to somatic exercises 04:24 60-second nervous system shifts you can do anywhere

05:24 Self-reliance: healing tools that don't depend on a practitioner

06:00 Tracking states: the Nervous System Journal & time in safety

07:09 Micro-moments of safety & hormesis (the 20–25% rule)

08:46 Clinicians: regulate first—lead by example 10:38 Over- vs under-reacting: how stored trauma shows up

11:45 What is trauma (really)? Beyond ACE scores

13:16 Crossing the line: "too much too fast" & "too little too long"

14:59 Overwhelm vs. stress: different strategies

16:20 Step One is safety: invite the body, don't force it

17:20 Rebuilding internal safety & restoring intuition

18:55 Worthiness, self-sabotage & Agreement #3: responsibility

20:03 Trauma as survival: a universal pattern

21:00 "The healing is in the living" — living now vs. waiting

22:48 Why she wrote the book: a manual for your nervous system

24:02 Tom's Lyme story: 8 years sick → 13+ years symptom-free

25:01 What changed: choose life first, healing follows

26:28 If I'd had this book, I'd have healed faster

🌿 Unlock the Power of Botanical Medicine for Lyme Disease & Chronic Illness | Expert Insights with Dr. Myriah Hinchey

Struggling with Lyme disease or chronic infections? Discover how botanical medicine can supercharge your healing journey!

In this episode of The Lyme Insider Podcast, Dr. Tom Moorcroft sits down with Dr. Myriah Hinchey, a renowned naturopathic physician and founder of Lyme Botanicals, to dive deep into the science, benefits, and practical applications of herbal treatments for Lyme and co-infections.

📌 In this video:

0:00 - Introduction to botanical medicine and its role in healing

1:30 - Dr. Hinchey's journey into naturopathy and Lyme treatment

5:14 - Why Lyme Botanicals was created: Addressing gaps in herbal medicine

10:45 - The science behind herbs like Japanese knotweed, cat's claw, and cryptolepis

15:22 - How to optimize herbal protocols for maximum effectiveness

20:10 - The importance of dosing frequency and consistency

25:35 - Tips for making herbal tinctures palatable (even for kids!)

30:50 - The role of G3 in detoxification and immune support

35:15 - Mindset and lifestyle changes for long-term healing

40:00 - Upcoming Lyme Bytes Symposium and community resources

🔍 Key Topics Covered:

Herbal medicine for Lyme disease and co-infections Synergistic effects of botanicals vs. pharmaceuticals

How to source high-quality, potent herbs

Practical tips for incorporating herbs into daily routines The critical link between gut health, detox, and immune function

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Struggling with chronic illness, mold toxicity, or Lyme disease? Discover the powerful intersection of science, spirituality, and holistic healing in this must-watch conversation with two leading experts!

📌 In this episode of the Lyme Insider Podcast, Dr. Tom Moorcroft and Dr. Jill Crista dive deep into: The Hidden Dangers of Mold Exposure and Its Impact on Your Brain and Immune System. Practical testing and treatment strategies for mold, Lyme, and PANS/PANDAS. The spiritual side of healing—how mindset, frequency, and love transform recovery. Debunking myths and sharing cutting-edge science you won't hear anywhere else. 🔍 Key Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: Meet Dr. Jill Crista, mold & Lyme expert

1:30 - How mold toxicity disrupts your health

5:02 - The surprising link between mold, Lyme, and autoimmune conditions

12:15 - Testing myths vs. reality: What actually works?

18:45 - Spiritual healing: Raising your vibration for recovery

25:30 - Practical protocols for mold detox & immune support

35:10 - Q&A: Antifungals, binders, and patient success stories

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Let's chat! #MoldRecovery #LymeAwareness #FunctionalMedicine #HealingJourney #HealthOptimization

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🚨 Marty Ross MD Reveals The BEST Way to Achieve Your Health Goals in 2025 🚨 Struggling with chronic illness, Lyme disease, or unexplained health issues? Discover Dr. Marty Ross's groundbreaking integrative medicine strategies to transform your wellness journey in 2025! In this must-watch podcast episode, renowned holistic health expert Marty Ross MD shares science-backed protocols for Lyme disease treatment, holistic health optimization, and long-term healing. 🔍 In This Podcast, You'll Learn: ✅ Top Lyme Disease Signs You Can't Afford to Ignore in 2025 ✅ Integrative Medicine Secrets to Boost Immunity & Reverse Chronic Symptoms ✅ Dr. Ross's Step-by-Step Holistic Health Plan for Energy, Mental Clarity, & Pain Relief ✅ Cutting-Edge Lyme Disease Treatment Protocols (Backed by Latest Research) ✅ How to Tailor Your Healthcare Approach for Personalized, Sustainable Results 👉 Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more expert insights on integrative medicine, holistic health, and beating Lyme disease in 2025! Connect with Dr. Ross - https://www.treatlyme.net/ Click the link below to visit my Lyme Disease practitioner certification program now! 🍃 https://lymepractitionercertification... Check out more health tips and resources at: 🎙️ My Podcast - The Lyme Insider https://open.spotify.com/show/4MF1vvg... 🌐 Websites - https://www.originsofhealth.com / https://www.tommoorcroft.com / https://theldpc.com 📷Instagram: / drtommoorcroft 🎥Facebook: TomMoorcroft, OriginsOfHealth 🧑‍💻 LinkedIn: tommoorcroftdo 🐦Twitter: / originsofhealth 🎵Tiktok: / drtommoorcroft

🎙 Episode Highlights

00:00 – The power of placebo: Can we harness it to heal? 01:04 – Dr. Marty Ross joins to share his journey into integrative Lyme care. 02:29 – From residency to writing health policy to founding TreatLyme.net. 06:46 – First Lyme patient: A misdiagnosis that opened Marty's eyes. 09:14 – The Ross Protocol: A foundation rooted in chronic fatigue research. 11:50 – What "outcomes-based medicine" really means. 14:05 – Exploring SOT and the placebo question. 17:01 – MyLymeData results: What actually helps people feel better? 20:01 – Hyperbaric oxygen, ozone, and IV vitamin C—what's legit? 23:01 – Mindset, meditation, and rewriting your internal script. 26:11 – Antibiotics vs. herbs: How to decide and who should decide. 31:04 – Barriers to healing: Financial strain and lack of support. 34:40 – How long COVID helped validate chronic Lyme. 37:02 – FDA changes Lyme test criteria—huge win for the community. 41:56 – Emerging (and overhyped?) therapies: Stem cells, plasmapheresis, LDI. 45:22 – Preventing chronic Lyme through early treatment. 49:04 – Longevity science meets chronic illness: fasting, senolytics, gut rehab. 55:02 – Marty's new project: Boldality – a site for vibrant aging. 58:36 – Coaching patients through fear and resistance with empathy. 01:00:03 – Health coach mindset: helping patients overcome obstacles. 01:03:57 – Collective progress: Changing the science by working together. 01:07:00 – 85% of chronic Lyme patients can get substantially better—with the right support.

In this episode of The Lyme Insider, we sit down with Dr. Joe Burrascano, MD, a leading expert in Lyme disease testing, to discuss the complexities of diagnosing Lyme disease and its co-infections. This interview dives deep into the challenges faced by patients and healthcare professionals alike, as we explore the latest advancements in testing technologies, how co-infections affect diagnosis, and the impact of the immune system on chronic Lyme disease.

1. Common Misconceptions in Lyme Disease Testing

   • Why Lyme testing is often misunderstood by both patients and healthcare providers, and the importance of education in improving diagnosis accuracy.

2. Limitations of Early Lyme Disease Strains

   • How the original Lyme strain, B31, isolated from a tick, may not represent all cases of Lyme disease across the country, leading to potential diagnostic gaps.

3. The Challenge of Co-Infections

   • The role of co-infections like Babesia and Bartonella in complicating both diagnosis and treatment, and what patients should be aware of when they receive Lyme disease testing.

4. Indirect vs. Direct Testing Methods

   • A breakdown of the differences between indirect tests (which measure immune response) and direct tests (which detect the organism), and how doctors should decide which test is appropriate.

5. How Antibody Levels Change During Treatment

   • A look at how Lyme disease treatment can alter antibody levels over time, and what these changes reveal about a patient's progress and infection status.

6. The Importance of Recombinant Technology in Testing

   • How advancements like recombinant technology are improving the accuracy of Lyme disease testing, overcoming the shortcomings of traditional methods like the ELISA and Western blot.

7. The Immune System's Role in Chronic Lyme Disease

   • Exploring the immune response in chronic Lyme patients and how newer tests like IGXSpot, which measure T-cell activity, provide a clearer picture of these patients' conditions.

8. Testing During Symptom Flares

   • Why testing during Lyme disease symptom flares or treatment pauses can often yield more accurate results, and the science behind these recommendations.

9. New Technologies for Early Lyme Detection

   • How cutting-edge tests from iGenex are changing the landscape of early Lyme detection, and why early diagnosis is crucial for better patient outcomes.

10. Personalized Lyme Treatment Based on Testing

    • How to tailor Lyme disease treatment plans according to specific test results, particularly for patients dealing with chronic Lyme or multiple co-infections.

Dr. Burrascano is an expert in Lyme disease research and testing, with years of experience in diagnosing and treating tick-borne illnesses. They have worked closely with iGenex to advance Lyme disease testing technologies and provide better diagnostic tools for healthcare professionals and patients alike.

• Understanding why Lyme disease testing can be complex and how to navigate through the different options available.
• The importance of co-infections in Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment.
• How new testing methods and technologies are improving the accuracy of Lyme disease diagnosis.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into the latest advancements in Lyme disease testing and how to approach diagnosis and treatment more effectively.

In this episode of the Lyme Insider, Dr. Tom Moorcroft is joined by Dr. Eboni Cornish as they discuss the often-overlooked parasite, Toxoplasma gondii, and its implications for chronic infections and neuropsychiatric symptoms. They explore the role of toxoplasmosis in various chronic illnesses, including tick-borne diseases, and delve into Dr. Cornish's clinical practice at the Amen Clinic. They emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis using spec scans and brain imaging to tailor treatment approaches. Dr. Cornish shares insights into innovative diagnostics, including oral microbiome testing and personalized treatments for neuroinflammation. The episode also highlights Dr. Cornish's dedication to finding the root cause of health issues and providing effective therapies for recovery.

00:00 Introduction to the Elusive Parasite 00:10 Meet Dr. Eboni Cornish 00:34 Understanding Toxoplasma Gondii 00:48 Neuropsychiatric Symptoms and Infections 01:30 Diving into Diagnosis and Treatment 02:02 Live from the MAPS Conference 02:42 Clinical Insights and Practices 03:40 Exploring Oral Infections 04:26 The Role of Neuroimaging 06:06 Innovative Treatment Approaches 12:28 The Importance of Oral and Nasal Health 19:21 Addressing Perianal Strep 21:40 Exploring Liposomal Formulations 22:43 Balancing Testing and Treatment 24:45 The Role of Clinical Diagnosis 30:21 Integrating Conference Learnings 32:50 Personalized Patient Care 36:02 The Importance of Basics in Treatment 41:09 Innovative Programs and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Lime Insider, Dr. Tom Moorcroft discusses video game addiction with Dr. Koichi Tanji, a naturopathic physician and addiction specialist. The conversation covers the signs and symptoms of video game addiction, its potential impacts, and similarities with substance abuse. They discuss strategies for identifying and treating gaming addiction, the risks involved, and how to foster healthier relationships with technology. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness and offers insights into managing screen time for both children and adults.

00:00 Introduction to Video Game Addiction

00:38 Meet Dr. Koichi Tanji: From Boxer to Addiction Specialist

01:11 The Rise of Screen Time and Its Consequences

02:17 The Importance of Addressing Video Game Addiction

06:17 Understanding the Symptoms of Gaming Addiction

09:20 The Psychology Behind Gaming Addiction 12:53 The Dangers of Unsupervised Internet Access

18:17 Strategies for Managing Gaming Addiction

21:58 Impact of COVID on Screen Time

22:24 Pandemic Screen Time Statistics

23:43 Understanding Gaming Addiction

24:36 Treatment Approaches for Gaming Addiction

26:59 Parental Guidance and Healthy Coping Skills

30:34 The Importance of Boredom and Creativity

35:08 Final Thoughts and Future Conversations

Summary

Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt discusses his interest in Bartonella research and the challenges associated with studying this bacteria. He explains the discovery of Bartonella and its unique aspects, including the various vectors and modes of transmission. The prevalence of Bartonella and the challenges in diagnosing the infection are also discussed. Dr. Breitschwerdt highlights the difficulties in testing and diagnosing chronic Bartonella infections and the use of digital PCR for more accurate detection. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the pathophysiology of chronic Bartonella infection. The conversation explores the challenges in accurately diagnosing Bartonella infections and the differences in results from different labs. It highlights the importance of using the correct isolates of the organism for testing and the prevalence of different strains. ThKe discussion also touches on the phenomenon of patients stopping the production of antibodies to Bartonella and the interplay between acute and chronic infections. The conversation emphasizes the need for better diagnostic tests and the development of a vaccine to protect animals and humans from Bartonella infections.

Takeaways

Bartonella is a complex bacteria with various vectors and modes of transmission.

Diagnosing Bartonella infection, especially chronic cases, can be challenging.

Digital PCR is a promising tool for more accurate detection of Bartonella.

Chronic Bartonella infection can lead to a range of symptoms and recrudescence. Different labs may use different isolates of Bartonella, leading to different results in testing.

Patients may stop producing antibodies to Bartonella, making serology testing less reliable.

Exposure to Bartonella species is common, and many individuals may be asymptomatic carriers.

Bartonella infections may contribute to a spectrum of neurologic and neuropsychiatric diseases.

The development of a diagnostic test and a vaccine for Bartonella are important goals for future research.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:42 Interest in Bartonella Research

05:38 Challenges and Unique Aspects of Bartonella

08:37 Transmission of Bartonella

11:11 Vectors and Transmission to Humans

14:58 Prevalence of Bartonella and Challenges in Diagnosis

29:35 Chronic Bartonella Infection and Recrudescence

32:20 Pathophysiology of Chronic Bartonella Infection

36:06 Diagnostic Challenges and Digital PCR

41:13 Challenges in Accurate Diagnosis

42:02 Different Results from Different Labs

42:16 Different Isolates of the Organism

43:42 Prevalence of Bartonella Henselae Strains

44:41 Patients Stop Making Antibodies

45:56 Interplay Between Acute and Chronic Infections

46:45 Serofast State in Bartonella Henselae

47:21 Exposure to Bartonella Species

48:19 Testing Blood Donors for Bartonella

49:47 Role of Bartonella in Neurologic Diseases

52:43 Symptoms of Bartonella Infection

54:03 Understanding Bartonella on a Cellular Basis

57:34 Developing a Diagnostic Test for Bartonella

01:00:09 Vaccine Target for Bartonella

01:11:44 Protecting the Human-Animal Bond

01:18:03 Future Goals: Diagnostic Test and Vaccine

Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt, DVM , DACVIM

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Tom Moorcroft, DO

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