Bartonella is a very common Lyme co-infection. i know very few lymies who do not have this. This is a typical Bartonella symptom. It looks like stretch marks. These just appeared on my back out of nowhere. The marks don’t hurt – but the symptoms (below) can be extremely debilitating. Learn more about bartonella here: https://gordonmedical.com/bartonella-considerations-signs-and-symptoms/…
Yeah - they happen. I am usually fairly even keeled (well, for me anyway) and can face a lot of challenges. But the ADD in me can kick in fast and I become so overwhelmed I just snap. It’s like a switch gets triggered and the flood gates holding back built up emotion open up.…
Fear & Ignorance
I participate in several online support groups for people with Lyme+. I always hope to learn about treatments that are helping people, but more importantly, I hope I can help someone who may be feeling a little lost. There are 2 issues I see with people in this group: 1. FEAR - people who have…
Ingredients: 8 tortillas (Siete grain free or non-gmo corn) 2 cups filling 1 options: cooked pasture raised chicken or beef sautéed zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli Black beans & butternut squash 1 cup shredded cheddar, goat, or Jack cheese (optional) 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup green onions, chopped Sauce: 2 ripe avocados 1 cup grass…
I started the pre-Lymestop protocol last week and the detox portion is already taking a toll. That’s not a bad thing! It means it’s working. But it isn’t a whole lot of fun either. The lemonade days were ok-ish. My body isn’t used to that much sugar and it sent my digestive system backwards a…
Metabolic Health
In recent years, we’ve been hearing more and more about metabolic health. Metabolism: the chemical processes that occur within a living organism in order to maintain life From the Greek word “metaballein” meaning to change In the interview below, Dr. Casey Means shares truths about metabolic health, chronic illness, and the powerful impact of lifestyle…
Ingredients: 2 medium Cucumbers, thinly sliced 1/2 tsp Salt (to sweat the cucumbers) 2 Green onionsfinely chopper 1 clove Garlic, minced 1 Tbsp Korean red pepper flakes 1 Tbsp Sesame oil 1 Tbsp Soy sauce 1/2 tsp sugar 1 Tbsp Rice vinegar 1 tsp Sesame seeds, toasted Fresh cilantro (optional): for garnish Instructions: Slice the…
In preparation for my visit to Lyme Stop in Idaho (July 29-30), my doc has me starting the protocol below. I CAN DO THIS! Or as the little engine that could said: I think I can, I think I can. I can guarantee that all of this, and the Lymestop therapy, is gonna crash me.…
Ingredients 1 cup almond flour 2 large eggs 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional) 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (optional) Butter or olive oil for brushing (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350°F…
One of the most frustrating aspects of this stupid sickness is the inability to think clearly - especially on days when I need it most. It’s allergy season and I’ve been highly responsive this year - not just the normal sinus pressure, runny nose & itchy eyes - my whole body gets inflamed, my throat…
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