Share Lyme Insider by Dr. Tom Moorcroft
Share to email
Share to Facebook
Share to X
By Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Integrative Medicine Specialist
5
44 ratings
The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.
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.
Key Discussion Points:Common Misconceptions in Lyme Disease Testing
Limitations of Early Lyme Disease Strains
The Challenge of Co-Infections
Indirect vs. Direct Testing Methods
How Antibody Levels Change During Treatment
The Importance of Recombinant Technology in Testing
The Immune System's Role in Chronic Lyme Disease
Testing During Symptom Flares
New Technologies for Early Lyme Detection
Personalized Lyme Treatment Based on Testing
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.
Key Takeaways for Listeners: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
Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt and his work at NC State University
Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt’s work at Galaxy Diagnostics
Donate to the NC State Bartonella/Vector Borne Research Fund
Tom Moorcroft, DO
Learn more about Dr. Tom’s Lyme Disease Practitioner Training program.
Summary
In this conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Choukri Ben Mamoun and Dr. Tim Sellati to discuss Dr. Ben Mamoun’s recent study on the use of combination therapy for the treatment of Babesia infection entitled: Tafenoquine-Atovaquone Combination Achieves Radical Cure and Confers Sterile Immunity in Experimental Models of Human Babesiosis.
We explore the key findings of the study, including the use of immunocompromised mouse models and the potential for long-lasting immunity. The conversation also delves into the importance of understanding the differences between tick-borne infections and the challenges of translating research findings into clinical practice. The discussion highlights the need for further research on dosing and the therapeutic index of different drugs.
Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into the current understanding of Babesia treatment and the potential for future advancements. The conversation covers topics such as combination therapy and resistance, dormant parasites and relapse, terminology and immunocompromised, immune dysregulation and cold exposure, diagnostic testing for Babesia, improving diagnostic testing, and the goal of helping patients.
Key Takeaways
Combination therapy with tafenoquine and atovaquone has shown promising results in the treatment of Babesia infection.
Immunocompromised mouse models are valuable tools for studying the efficacy of different treatments.
Understanding the differences between tick-borne infections is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Further research is needed to determine optimal dosing and the therapeutic index of different drugs for Babesia treatment.
Recrudescence and treatment failure are important considerations in Babesia treatment.
Combination therapy can reduce the probability of resistance in parasites.
Dormant parasites may be responsible for relapse in Babesia infections.
The terminology used in scientific research may differ from the general public's understanding.
Factors like sleep, stress, and nutrition can contribute to immunocompromised states.
Diagnostic testing for Babesia needs improvement to reduce false negatives and false positives.
The ultimate goal is to help patients get better by finding the right diagnosis and treatment.
There is a need for collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and patients to advance the understanding and treatment of tick-borne infections.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:00 The Study and Key Findings
06:35 Understanding the Research and Clinical Implications
11:56 The Importance of Animal Models
14:43 Immunocompromised Mouse Models
23:22 Differences Between Tick-Borne Infections
26:34 Combination Therapy: Tafenoquine and Atovaquone
32:26 Dosing and Therapeutic Index
36:48 Artemisinin as a Treatment Option
46:20 Recrudescence and Treatment Failure
48:23 Combination Therapy and Resistance
50:24 Dormant Parasites and Relapse
53:18 Terminology and Immunocompromised
56:15 Immune Dysregulation and Cold Exposure
59:14 Diagnostic Testing for Babesia
01:03:22 Improving Diagnostic Testing
01:12:12 The Goal of Helping Patients
01:20:22 Caring and Finding the Truth
Link to the paper we discussed:
Tafenoquine-Atovaquone Combination Achieves Radical Cure and Confers Sterile Immunity in Experimental Models of Human Babesiosis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38169301/
Learn More About My Guests:
Choukri Ben Mamoun, PhD - Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and of Microbial Pathogenesis; Affiliated Faculty, Yale Institute for Global Health https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/choukri-benmamoun/
Timothy Sellati, PhD - Chief Scientific Officer, Global Lyme Alliance https://www.globallymealliance.org/
Learn more about Dr. Tom’s Lyme Disease Practitioner Training program.
Why So Many Kids Are Picky Eaters and What to Do About It
Katie Kimball is an author, entrepreneur, teacher of a Wall Street Journal recommended online cooking class, and a mother of four. She explains how to deal with picky eaters, and get kids to willingly eat healthy foods. In conversation with Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Katie explains how to get kids to develop a healthy relationship with food, and in turn, grow into independent, resilient adults. Find the inspiration you need for your picky eater at home. Top TipsHack Yourself with Proven Culture Hacks: In Conversation with Robert Richman
In this episode of Full Cup Life, Dr. Tom Moorcroft speaks to Robert Richman who used to be the culture strategist at Zappos and co-founded Zappos Insights. Robert reveals some of the life mantras that have helped him grow and shares how he now inspires leaders to achieve greater success. Find out more about the Xpill Experience, about changing mindsets and achieving your goals. Listen now to get inspired to make the changes required to live your best life. Top TipsLife, Love, Success
https://samara-health.mykajabi.com/offers/zrbgwLyS Dr. Tom Moorcroft speaks to motivational and keynote speaker Norman Gräter in this episode of Full Cup Life. Check out this fascinating chat about the most effective ways to reach life goals and to enhance the experience of that journey. Find out why it’s important to be in the moment and to commit to it fully, and get inspired to never lower your standards, but to expect others to rise to the expectations and standards you set. Listen now! Top Tips The uncomfortable and unpleasant things in life are not necessarily bad or unnecessary. In fact, it is these things that give us a keener appreciation for all the good there is in life, and we benefit from understanding the contrast between the two. Assumption determines experience. Our assumptions have the power to predict and even actualize goals. If you assume that which you desire, the future becomes the present and your assumption will be fulfilled. We may think that the Universe failed to deliver the gifts that we expected from it, but the Universe will deliver. It may not deliver in the form you expect and it may not deliver exactly when you think it should, but it will deliver -- if only one can learn to recognize them. One's focus should not be fixed on the result. The focus should be upon developing a reality we can inhabit and this will free us up to many results and many possibilities. Be in the moment and inhabit it fully. Develop clarity about your goals and what you want from life. Don’t lower your standards and don’t compromise on what you know you deserve. It is up to others around to come up to the level that you inhabit. Raise others up, don’t let yourself down. Dr. Tom Moorcroft’s Full Cup Life Podcast has benefitted numerous people, helping them achieve greatness and supercharge healing. Don’t miss this enlightening and uplifting chat with Norman Gräter about life, love, success, and everything in between. Join Dr. Tom each Tuesday morning for your weekly dose of Limitless. Learn how to access your Limitless nature through the study of some of the most profound texts and exercises ever produced. Study what Dr. Tom is studying directly with him. Change Your Mind, Change Your Results, Change Your Life! https://samara-health.mykajabi.com/offers/zrbgwLyS -----Norman Graeter / Gamechanger & Hero Creator
Norman is a true celebrity whisperer. During his more than 25 years as an event manager, Norman started to ask the artists he was working with, what their key to success in life might be. What started as a small talk, ended in a self-experiment. Up to today, Norman has spoken to over 400 celebrities like Michelle Obama, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Hillary Clinton, and Sylvester Stallone about their success secret for life.
He took all their wisdom and tried it successfully on himself.
Today, besides being a three-time European champion in public speaking, Norman is a multi award-winning motivational keynote speaker and mindset coach. Companies such as PayPal, DACHSER, Bosch, Viessmann, and many others trust his expertise when it comes to goal achievement and mindset. Norman also wanted to share his knowledge and experience in a life-changing arena show that he prepared for six years. 12 days before the premiere, COVID-19 hit, and everything had to be canceled. Out of this huge setback, Norman came out stronger than ever before. Currently, he is working with a multi award-winning Hollywood Producer to bring his inspirational journey onto the big screen very soon. Stay tuned for more of Norman Graeter, the hero creator.
Receive your five free gifts for your own celebrity mindset at www.celebmindset.com or visit his German page at www.norman-graeter.com
#fullcuplife #loveandfear #beingkind #beinthemoment #appreciatecontrast #dreamsbecomereality #fulfilldesire #openyourheart #visionboard #journeyoflife #love #success #parenting #healthylifestyle #successmindset
Dr. Tom Moorcroft’s Full Cup Life Podcast has benefitted numerous people, helping them achieve greatness and supercharge healing. Check out this episode where he reveals strategies for real and lasting success and practical tips for achieving this.
Need a guide on your journey to health and wellbeing? Contact Dr. Tom Moorcroft, a specialist in treating mystery illnesses, to get on the path to holistic healing and happiness. https://www.originsofhealth.com/ [email protected] #FullCupLife #HealingMasterclass #ShowUp #PositiveHeadspace #DontForgetToDream #Inspiration #DoItForYou #SelfCare #LikeWhatYouDo #DoWhatYouLike #BeAChild #WhatFeelsRight #TakeTheNextStep #PrioritizeYourself Jenn Warner Spreading joy and sunshine have always been a passion of mine and I strive to bring that to you in the products I make and the #magicmail I humbly get to deliver to your mailbox. EmilyandBean was born because of my two beautiful nieces, and after 9 years of business, they continue to be my inspiration. They are my light and joy in this crazy world and are always there to remind their Auntie Jenn to have fun, be silly, dream and that life are ALWAYS better with glitter and confetti. And I pay homage to my girls and their love of confetti in every package I mail out. My goal is to make you just as happy with your purchase as I am creating it! Stay in touch with me through my main social media locations! https://campsite.bio/emilyandbeanThe podcast currently has 17 episodes available.
7,105 Listeners
364 Listeners
242 Listeners
9,037 Listeners
7,635 Listeners
117 Listeners
35 Listeners
29 Listeners
4 Listeners
19 Listeners
62 Listeners
26 Listeners
12,803 Listeners