I am always trying to learn more about ways I can improve. I follow lots of Lyme Literate Medical and Naturopath Doctors (LLMD’s and LLND’s) and specialist around the world who understand the numerous conditions associated with Lyme+. Dr. Talks is an online learning forum that brings dozens of doctors together to share their knowledge…
I hear from a lot of people who are totally overwhelmed when it comes to trying to clean up their world. Here’s the truth - IT’S HARD!!! The more I learn, the more overwhelming it seems. And I know it can seem daunting if you look at “everything”. I think if I share all of…
Anemia & Finding the Right Treatment
I have a history of anemia and my daughter has been having extremely low iron & saturation. She has taken 2 different types of iron in the last 6 months with no improvement. She has seen a hematologist who looked at her bloodwork and health history, asked a few questions and prescribed a 3rd type…
Update: 4/7/25
It continues to be pretty rough! I’ve had some good moments here and there - where I’ve been able to get out of the house for a few minutes or even a couple of hours - I got to spend a little time with our newest little grandson last Friday, oh what a joy! But…
Combine: 1/3 cup raw pumpkin (1) or sunflower seeds (2) 1/3 cup raw flax (1) or sesame seeds (2) 1/3 cup pistachios 1/3 cup cup chopped pecans 1/3 c slivered almonds 1/3 cup shredded coconut 1/3 c tahini or nut butter 1/3 c maple syrup Pour into parchment lined sheet pan and spread evenly. Combine:…
TruDose (PRP) Update
My first round of TruDose (PRP) 8 weeks ago was set to target MCAS (mast cell activation syndrome). I’ve been experiencing a major mast cell flare since then, which apparently is not uncommon. Mast cells are part of the immune system. They respond to specific pathogens by releasing different types of chemicals - most commonly…
Solar Flares & CME’s
On Friday, the sun cast a solar flare and a CME, both of which cause geomagnetic disruptions. Solar flares are bursts of electromagnetic radiation that travel at the speed of light, reaching Earth in just over 8 minutes. Coronal mass ejections (CMEs) are large expulsions of plasma and magnetic field from the sun's atmosphere…
Ingredients : 1 slice sandwich bread or 1/2 cup almond flour 1/2 cup grated onion 1 cup ketchup, divided 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar 1 tablespoon yellow mustard 1-2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves crushed, minced fresh garlic 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste 2 pounds grass fed ground beef Instructions : Preheat the…
1/2 cup Honey 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp sriracha Red pepper flakes
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is one of the co-conditions that often comes with tickborne disease. I’ve had it under control (mostly) but wow this flare is intense. Today Yesterday I’m so itchy! Benadryl (oral and topical), cromolyn sodium, HistDAO, Singulair, Xyzal, and stinging nettle are the go-to’s for me to calm it down. But understanding…
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