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Welcome to Living with Lyme, the podcast where we educate, advocate and collaborate about Lyme Disease. Hear from experts as they share reliable information about how to live with Lyme Disease. Your host is Cindy Kennedy, MS, FNP-BC. For more references, including blogs and links to resources, vi…

Cindy Kennedy


    • Mar 26, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 120 EPISODES


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    E131: Interview With Kris Newby, Author of Bitten

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 58:34


    Cindy FNP, interviews the award-winning author, Kris Newby, to discuss her revealing book, Bitten. You may already be familiar with her name, as she was the senior producer of the shocking documentary, UNDER OUR SKIN, which became a 2010 Oscar semifinalist. Her goal with both the film and the book was to explore and uncover missing data surrounding why and how Lyme disease has become such a devastating, ignored and misunderstood illness. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Kris Newby is an award-winning science/technology writer and the senior producer of the Lyme disease documentary UNDER OUR SKIN, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was a 2010 Oscar semifinalist. Her book BITTEN won a 2019 Silver Nautilus Book Award in Journalism & Investigative Reporting and the top 2020 International Book Award for narrative nonfiction. She has two degrees in engineering: a bachelor’s degree from the University of Utah and a master’s degree from Stanford University. Previously, Newby worked for Stanford University, Apple, and other Silicon Valley companies. She lives in Palo Alto. SHOW NOTES: - Where did your interest start with Lyme Disease? - Info on Under Our Skin Documentary - Who was Willy Burgdorfer? - How did his work lead you to your Book, “Bitten” - How did you find the info/research? - Were ticks at one point not infected? - How did animals become infected to then pass on the infections to new ticks? - Where repercussions on your research? - Why has there been such push back to work on better testing/treatment? - Tell us the positives you see after your book was published. - What had you hoped would happen after this incredible information came forward?

    E130: Lyme Brain and Neuroinflammation With Dr. Kevin Conners

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 55:00


    The underlying cause of brain fog is inflammation. Dr. Conners and nurse practitioner Cindy cover the basic principles of what is brain inflammation, where it originates, and ways to improve it. Lyme disease, toxins, and autoimmunity can all play a role in this debilitating symptom. Some people describe brain fog as "thinking through mud" or a true disconnected, hazy feeling, making simple tasks difficult to accomplish. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Dr. Kevin Conners graduated with his doctorate from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 1986 (though he practices only under his Pastoral Medical License) and has been studying alternative cancer care for over 20 years. He also holds AMA Fellowships (through the American Academy of Anti-aging Medicine) in Anti-Aging Medicine, Regenerative and Functional Medicine, and Integrative Cancer Therapy. He is also in the process of earning the same in Botanical Medicine. Dr. Conners has authored numerous books including, “Stop Fighting Cancer and Start Treating the Cause”, “Cancer Can’t Kill You if You’re Already Dead”, “Help, My Body is Killing Me”, “Beating Chronic Lyme”, “You’re Crazy – and other foolish things doctors tell patients needing brain therapy”, “Lyme Brain”, “The 3 Phases of Lyme”, “Is Hell the Only Difference”, and “23 Steps to Freedom”. SHOW NOTES: - What are the symptoms to look for? - Origin of Brain Fog? - Association with GI Dysbiosis? - Inflammatory markers to follow? - Stress and it’s association to neuroInflammation. - Does detoxification reduce neuroinflammation? - What else can be done? - Are there certain supplements that reduce neuroinflammation?

    E129: Why Is Lyme Disease So Difficult to Treat? With Dr. Diane Mueller

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 63:08


    Cindy, FNP has a wonderful discussion with Dr. Diane Mueller, who is a Lyme and Mold disease survivor. They discuss the difficulty of treatment when Lyme disease causes so much collateral damage to the body and the mechanism of persister cells. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO As a survivor of mold illness, Lyme Disease and chronic IBS symptoms, Dr. Diane Mueller is passionate about helping others restore their health and passion for life. Just like many of her patients, Dr. Diane struggled with chronic fatigue, extreme digestive dysfunction and chronic pain for many years with conventional medicine only offering mildly palliative treatments. Dr. Diane is now completely healed from these conditions and co-owns both a clinical practice and an online school where she certifies clinicians around the world in a mind body approach to functional medicine.  SHOW NOTES: - Dr. Diane’s personal story of resilience - What is the role of mind and mindset play and healing and treating Lyme disease? - What is her perspective on why Lyme disease is so difficult to heal? - How to encourage resiliency? - What are approaches to treatment strategies?   - What are persister cells and what role did they play in the pathology and treatment of Lyme? - What to do with the very “sensitive” patient? -  What role does mold illness have in relationship to the treatment of Lyme disease? -  What is her new book about?

    E128: Chronic Inflammation Will Lower The Immune System's Function With Dr. Jocelyn Strand

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 62:56


    There are areas of the body that contribute to systemic inflammation. It can start in the mouth and continue on into the gut. Cindy Kennedy FNP and Dr. Jocelyn Strand discuss the role of inflammation and how it decreases the body's ability to defend itself. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Dr. Jocelyn Strand graduated from Bastyr University in 2005 with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. Following her graduation, she established her practice in the Seattle area, working at Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy, as well as in a gastrointestinal specialty clinic. She returned to Minnesota in 2008 with the vision of increasing the availability, affordability, and awareness of naturopathic medicine, and opened her private practice at Lake Superior Natural Medicine, where she specialized in GI system disorders, Lyme disease, and auto-immune conditions as a Primary Care Provider through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. In 2019, Dr. Strand became the Director of Clinical Education for Bio-Botanical Research, Inc., and continues to inspire others through research and lecturing around the world. SHOW NOTES: - What drives chronic inflammation (a common issue with Lyme patients) prevents the immune system from responding appropriately to pathogens - How does the microbiome influence immune development? - There is a microbiome in the lungs and it is altered 100% of the time with chronic lung disease-discussion. - What is the impact of the oral microbiome on the lung microbiome? - How does gut dysbiosis result in systemic inflammation, including neurological?

    E127: Will the COVID-19 Crisis Bring Recognition to Lyme Disease Diagnosis and Treatment? With Dr. Drew Sinatra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 52:22


    Cindy FNP and Dr. Drew Sinatra discuss the similarities between COVID and Lyme disease. Both COVID and Lyme can have significant post illness repercussions that can cause systemic inflammation. How well and quickly a person recovers, lies in the individual's nutritional state, gut health, stress levels and prior chronic health issues. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Dr. Drew Sinatra is a board-certified and California-licensed practicing naturopathic doctor who holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University, America’s top naturopathic and integrative medical school. As a self-described “health detective,” he works with patients on “health care” rather than “disease care” at his practice, the CLEAR Center of Health, in Northern California. As one of the country’s leading naturopathic physicians, Sinatra’s areas of expertise include digestive disorders, autoimmune disease, hormonal balance, fatigue, mold and mycotoxin illness, and complex chronic disease. Sinatra is a member of the California Naturopathic Doctors Association (CNDA), American College of Nutrition (ACN) and American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP). He is an author, speaker and adviser for the research and development of clean and plant-based nutritional supplements with Healthy Directions. Recent Articles on this topic by Dr. Drew Sinatra: https://lakeoconeehealth.com/dont-be-fooled-by-flu-like-symptoms-of-lyme-disease-this-summer/  You can interact with Dr. Drew Sinatra at:Twitter:@DrDrewSinatra https://twitter.com/DrDrewSinatra Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrewSinatraND/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiuehuxRqql2E7-ZxduciPw Podcast: https://www.healthydirections.com/podcasts Website: https://www.healthydirections.com/dr-drew-sinatra SHOW NOTES: - Has anything changed with Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment since the arrival of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)? What are the different signs that someone is suffering from Lyme disease, COVID-19, and/or mold/mycotoxin illness? - Will the development of post COVID-19 syndrome lead to more understanding and recognition about Chronic Lyme disease?   - Age groups more affected and reason why? - Why are bull’s eye rash not always seen? - Testing value? - Length of treatment? Consequences of antibiotics? - Principles of gut health - Principles of immune support - Principles of detoxification support - Focus on emotional support and health

    E126: Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments With Ryan Brinkerhoff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 58:37


    Cindy FNP has an in-depth discussion with Ryan Brinkerhoff about the benefits of Hyperbaric O2 treatments. Ryan is a notable expert on this topic and we dig in deep to learn why this is a service that could benefit patients with Lyme and other chronic illnesses. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO * Ryan is the owner and creator of InsideOut Hyperbaric + Wellness in St. George Ut. Where they focus on regenerative health solutions. * Ryan is a master of live cell analysis with over 12 years of experience. * Ryan is the owner and creator of several US and international patents * Ryan is the owner of multiple businesses but shifted his entire life focus into health and wellness after becoming chronically ill with no clear answers or solutions in site. * He now spends his days working with multiple different physicians and scientists to try to unlock the secrets of chronic illness, L-form bacteria and cell danger response as well as educating on his YouTube channel: Hyperbaric Health Guru: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQ3OFWqDVrPRKvS7-ecI3Q SHOW NOTES: * What actually is hyperbaric oxygen therapy * What illness and conditions HBOT is used for via FDA (insurance coverage) and what the science says it should be used for. * Difference between high pressure hyperbarics and mild hyperbarics * Why hyperbarics for chronic illness patients, especially lyme and msids patients * Where can the center and information be found?

    E125: Sick and Tired? Try a Functional Approach With Lisa Vasile

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 55:44


    Nurse practitioner Cindy and nurse practitioner Lisa Vasile discuss why they both moved to a functional approach to care for their patients. Using a comprehensive approach, offering education, and providing nutritional support can improve many symptoms that have not been resolved with a conventional approach. It is all too often that both these practitioners see patients after they have gone to several providers previously without getting answers to their health issues. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Lisa is a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner and the creator and owner of 4 Better Health Functional Medicine practice in Hopkinton MA.    Lisa earned a Bachelor's degree in Science and Nursing from Fitchburg State University and a Master's degree from UMass Graduate School in Nursing with a sub-specialty in Education.  During her 30 year career, she has served as a US Army Nurse for 5 years, taught with the faculty at UMass Graduate School of Nursing, Mass College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and MassBay Community College, worked in and taught OB/Gyn being a part of over 2,000 deliveries and hundreds of prenatal classes.  She has always used movement and nutrition as the key to optimal wellness and vitality for herself, her family and her patients.   Lisa’s enthusiasm for Nutrition and Functional Medicine pushed her to obtain a Post Master's Certification in Holistic Health and Nutrition, Gluten Specialist Practitioner certification and Functional Medicine training through School of Applied Functional Medicine and Institute for Functional Medicine.   Lisa is a preceptor for NP students in her practice, supports Functional Medicine students as moderator for a global online functional medicine school and mentors other NPs, PAs and MDs through shadowing and mentorship programs.  Her passion has brought her two health segment interviews with CNN, as well as many cable and radio shows. Lisa is passionate about moving her body using a combination of gym, weight training, yoga, and walking daily. She knows the health power of joy and overall peace and uses regular grateful and meditation practices. She has been married for 27 years and has three grown children (19, 19, and 24).  She presents regularly to inspire and empower the community and practitioners about Functional Medicine's deeper healing potential and to debunk the concept that "it's normal (or acceptable) to feel crappier as we age".  She is passionate to change the paradigm of feeling "FINE" for the expectation that we can feel "VIBRANT" and to share the power health when focusing on "Vitamin P and Vitamin J"  (Passion and Joy). Website  https://www.4betterhealthmedicine.com/ PH 508-625-1807 F 508- 625- 1162 Email Info@4Betterhealthmedicine.com Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/4BetterHealth Instagram @4bhfunctionalmedicine LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-vasile-a595a266/ SHOW NOTES: What does a functional approach mean? How is it different from conventional medicine? Why is this approach personalized? The approach requires a partnership that is not a typical patient-provider one.

    E124: The Benefits of The Organic Acids Test (OAT) With Dr. Kurt Woeller

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 50:30


    Cindy FNP interviews, Dr. Kurt Woeller, a well known lecturer, instructor and functional medical doctor. He serves as a medical advisor for Great Plains Lab, which offers an Organic Acids test used by several functional practitioners. They discuss the benefits of the Organic Acids Test (OAT), when evaluating a chronically ill patient and how much important data can be obtained with this simple first morning urine test. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Kurt N. Woeller, D.O., has been a functional and integrative medicine physician, as well as a biomedical autism specialist, for over two decades. He is an author of several health books including “Autism – The Road To Recovery”, “Methyl-B12 Therapy For Autism”, “Methyl-B12 for Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia” and “5 Things You MUST Do Right Now To Help With Your Rheumatoid Arthritis.” He is a lecturer (throughout the United States and International), educator and experienced clinician offering specialized treatment and testing for individuals with complex medical conditions such as autism-spectrum disorders, autoimmune, chronic digestive and neurodegenerative disorders. His health consulting practice for autism alone is multinational with families from various countries. Dr. Woeller has served as a lab advisor for both BioHealth Laboratory and Great Plains Laboratory (GPL). He developed and teaches the course on Organic Acid Test (OAT) interpretation and practice implementation for the GPL Academy as part of their ongoing educational seminars. As part of GPL educational outreach programs and seminars, Dr. Woeller participates in the annual Integrative Medicine for Mental Health (IMMH) conference. Dr. Woeller is also the co-founder of Integrative Medicine Academy, an online integrative medicine health practitioner training program with multiple online courses in gastrointestinal disorders (SIBO Mastery Course), autism (Autism Mastery Course), adrenal and hormone problems (Hormone Mastery Course), functional medicine (Functional Mastery Course), organic acids testing (Essential and Advanced OAT Mastery Courses) and environmental toxicity (Toxicity Mastery Course). He also runs an extensive biomedical autism educational website called Autism Recovery System and a functional medicine website for doctors called Functional Medicine Clinical Rounds. SHOW NOTES: What are Organic Acids?   How are they measured?   Why is this test used?   What can it help with?   How can the OAT help patients with Lyme?   How long on antibiotics can you pick up dysbiosis?   Is repeat testing needed?   Discuss some of your biggest surprises with patients using the test.

    E123: Sulfation: Another Important Detox Pathway With Dr. Eric Balcavage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 59:01


    Cindy, FNP hosts Dr. Eric Balcavage again and this time they dig into the topic of the sulfation detoxification pathway. As our environment becomes more toxic, we become more toxic. The higher our toxic loads, the greater the chance for chronic illness. A healthy detoxification system provides powerful benefits for health. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Dr Eric Balcavage is the owner and founder of Rejuvagen, a functional medicine clinic in Chadds Ford, PA. He is nationally recognized speaker and educator on various health related topics including thyroid physiology, bile physiology, detoxification, oxidative stress, methylation and chronic illness. Dr. Balcavage is a Certified Nutrition Specialist (C.N.S.), a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, Board Certified in Integrative Medicine, along with being a licensed Chiropractor in Pennsylvania. Dr. Balcavage is the co-host of Thyroid Answers Podcast. The podcast focuses on answering the pressing questions those suffering with chronic hypothyroid symptoms can’t get answered elsewhere. You can find his educational Thyroid Thursday videos on Vimeo and Youtube. Dr Balcavage has made it his mission to change the way medicine looks at hypothyroidism. He is the co-author of the soon to be released book, Thyroid Debacle, The book co-written by Kelly Halderman MD, addresses the problems with current allopathic and functional medicine approaches to hypothyroidism as well as the solutions to restoring thyroid physiology. SHOW NOTES: What is the biotransformation of sulfur compounds? What occurs if this pathway is impaired? What impairs this pathway? What are the specific nutrients needed here? How do genetics play a part? Can this pathway be evaluated? Does inflammation have a role in reducing this pathway? What is the best supplement for sulfation?

    E122: Herbal Approach to Lyme and Chronic Issues With Chris Marano

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 57:16


    Chris Marano, a seasoned herbalist from Massachusetts, discusses with Cindy FNP, his approach to illness using specific herbs. Chris is the founder of Clearpath Herbals, which provides health and wellness consultations and custom-blended herbal preparations depending on the issues. Chris also opens up about how many people are looking beyond traditional medicine to either fight Lyme disease or to achieve other health goals. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  GUEST BIO Chris Marano, RH, MA, BS, is a clinical and community herbalist of Western, Chinese, and First Nation healing traditions, with a health-care practice in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts since 1995. He is a registered herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild, teaches Topics in Herbalism at the University of Massachusetts, is the founder of Clearpath Herbals, providing health and wellness consultations and custom-blended herbal preparations, and founder-director-head instructor of Clearpath School of Herbal Medicine, dedicated to the teaching of herbalism, holistic health, and Earth-based wisdom and sustainability. His new company, Chrysalis Botanicals (www.chrysalisbotanicals.com), will be offering time-tested herbal formulas for many health conditions, starting with the popular remedy, Lyme Aid. Chris has over thirty years experience as a teacher of Buddhist/Taoist-based meditation, psychology and philosophy. He holds bachelors and masters degrees in pre-medicine, Chinese philosophy-spirituality and science education from Columbia University, a graduate herbal degree from the Herbal Therapeutics School of Botanic Medicine, Chinese Buddhist and Taoist training from the Chan Center of NYC, Cherokee and Anishinaabe medicine training from First Nation elders and teachers, and training and experience in Somatic Experiencing trauma therapy; all of which he weaves into his consultations and teaching. For more information regarding Chris and Clearpath Herbals (health services, education opportunities, and herbal preparations), visit www.clearpathherbals.com, and/or email chris@clearpathherbals.com. SHOW NOTES: Tell us something about your life and experience that led to you being a fulltime herbalist and what it is that you do? You as a consultant and also owner of Clearpath Herbals and Chrysalis Botanicals companies. How do you approach health and wellness in general as an herbalist? What traditions do you follow? What experience have you had with Lyme Disease? How do you think herbalism can be helpful in addressing Lyme Disease? Do you have special protocols for Lyme Disease in the different ways it can manifest? Namely, acute Lyme Disease and various stages of chronic. Adrenals can really be affected by any chronic illness. How can you help? Is there a way that people can contact you if they want to?

    E121: The Role of the Intestinal Microbiome in Immune Function With Jocelyn Strand

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 68:02


    In a second interview with Dr. Jocelyn Strand, Cindy FNP, talks with her about the importance of a healthy gut microbiome for proper immune health. Current research has been focusing on the role of the microbiome in the health and wellness arena. Considering the fact that the gut has over 70 percent of our immune system within it, substantiates the need to make it a priority. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Why is gut health now on the forefront of health? How many different species are in the gut? Do the microbes communicate to each other? Explain what the GALT is. How does the gut communicate with the brain? What is the role of fiber, probiotics and regular BM's? How can a healthy gut impact healing from Lyme disease and other chronic illnesses?

    E120: Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) With Dr. Tania Dempsey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 68:11


    Cindy FNP, interviews Dr. Tania Dempsey, a board-certified internist and integrative holistic medicine practitioner, from Purchase, NY, about the complicated illness associated with mast cell activation. Their conversation dives deep to answer questions surrounding what is MCAS, why does it happen, what is the association to chronic illness, and how can it be treated. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Tania Dempsey, MD, ABIHM is a board-certified internist and diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She received her MD degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and her BS degree from Cornell University. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency at New York University. In 2011, she founded Armonk Integrative Medicine (AIM) which has become a destination practice in Purchase, NY, focusing on complex, multi-system diseases. Dr. Dempsey is an expert in Tick-Borne Infections, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and Autoimmunity. She is an accomplished international speaker and writer and was the Keynote Speaker in 2018 at the International Congress on Natural Medicine in Melbourne, Australia. She has been featured on Fox 5 NY News, Observer, Reader's Digest, Huffington Post, The NY Post and countless other media outlets. For more information, please visit www.drtaniadempsey.com. SHOW NOTES: Can you explain Mast Cell Activation? How it is identified? How is it treated? Is there anything people should know to prevent MCAS? Why is it such a debilitating issue? Why is it more common with TBD? Can you explain if there is any link with autoimmunity?

    E119: Root Cause Medicine to Gain Insight Into Illness With Dr. Sean McCloy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 66:11


    Cindy, FNP and Dr. Sean McCloy examine the different approaches between allopathic and functional healthcare. Finding "why" an illness is occurring is the basic philosophy of a functional approach. Today, more than ever, people are interested in making alternative care choices rather than taking prescription medications. By educating patients on the root of their illness, they can begin to understand why they are suffering and how they can be an active participant in their healing process. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  ABOUT THE GUEST: Sean McCloy, MD, MPH, MA received his Medical Degree from New York Medical College. He completed his Family Medicine residency training at Maine Medical Center in Portland. He is a board-certified Diplomate in both Family Medicine and Holistic Medicine. He received his Master of Public Health (specializing in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention) from Boston University School of Public Health and his Master of Arts in Medical Sciences from Boston University School of Medicine. He is certified in Chelation Therapy from the American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM). Besides offering Holistic Family Medicine, Dr. McCloy specializes in Intravenous Vitamin Therapies, Heavy Metal Detoxification, Functional and Nutritional Medicine, and Bioidentical Hormone Replacement. He also uses Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in his treatment approaches. He sees all ages of patients, from newborns to geriatrics. By restoring balance to his patients, he lets their bodies, minds, and spirits heal themselves. Instead of using medicines to cover up symptoms, Dr. McCloy hunts for the roots of an illness. After treating these root causes his patients often find they can stop taking their pharmaceutical medications. In addition to enjoying his work, Sean McCloy loves going on outdoor adventures with his family, preparing gourmet vegetarian feasts, making music with his friends, playing ultimate frisbee and squash, furniture building, and exploring Maine. SHOW NOTES: What is root cause medicine? Why is there such a difference between allopathic and functional approaches? Is the Gut the number 1 place to go? Are people all different? What are the biggest contributors to poor health? How often do you find that environment as well as environmental issues are at play? Chronic health issues and the need to keep searching. How difficult is this?

    E118: Optimize Nutrition For Performance and Health With Ashley Besecker

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 68:46


    Ashley Besecker, RD and owner of Crave Health, discusses with Cindy, FNP, the difference between caring for people who are sick and tired and athletes who are trying to optimize their wellness for performance. The bottom line is optimizing good nutrition and appropriate supplementation to balance the body in order to improve wellness. Check out Ashley's podcast here: http://crave-health.com/podcast/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  ABOUT THE GUEST: Ashley Besecker is an expert in human biochemistry. Trained as a registered dietitian nutritionist, she has gone on to specialize in nutritional genetics and sports medicine and has completed degrees at Pepperdine University, Vanderbilt University, and Stanford University. She believes in using science with integrity, building trust with my players, and working smarter, in order to attain longevity in a professional athlete's career.

    E117: Importance Of Detoxification For Health With Dr. Shanhong Lu

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 71:17


    Cindy, FNP has a deep conversation with Dr. Shanhong Lu about the role our toxic environment plays on chronic illness. Since the body has a limited ability to detoxify on its own, there are very important raw materials such as antioxidants that are needed to achieve removal of harmful substances. Once the body is over burdened from the air we breathe, the water we drink, the pesticides in our food, illness can set in. Supporting all pathways for detoxification is key to a healthy body and mind. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Tell us about your life experiences. Why did Environmental Illness and Detox become your passion? How does our environment and detox relate to Lyme? What is the role of detoxification? Mechanisms of detoxification? Organs involved? Should everyone plan on detoxification? Is there a way to know if your toxin levels have been lowered? Tell me about the Orenda products that you are so passionate about?

    E116: Herbal Therapies for Multi-Pathogenic Tick Borne Illnesses With Dr. Jocelyn Strand

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 56:15


    Naturopathic physician, Jocelyn Strand, joins Cindy to discuss natural choices for tick borne illnesses, the microbiome and immune healing. Bio-Botanical Research Company products are a favorite amongst many practitioners and patients alike. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Difference between antibiotics and herbs? What have you seen be the results of an herbal protocol? How long can someone be on herbs? Are there herbs to support the body is other areas, like Gut and Detoxification? Do you suggest any additional supportive methods-like sauna, nutrients etc? Does a missing piece lead to chronic illness? Are you a gut first practitioner? What are worrisome issues that require more considerations? Any thoughts on why so many people with long standing Lyme have a difficult time returning to total health?

    E115: Hyperthermia and Detoxification for Lyme Disease With Michelle McKeon CCN

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 50:32


    Cindy Kennedy FNP Cindy and Michelle McKeon CCN discuss how she became interested in tick-borne illness treatments and how she became an important liaison for so many looking for alternative treatments with Hyperthermia and Detoxification. She now owns Lyme and Cancer Services, where she helps people navigate their illness and treatment strategies. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: How she become interested in integrative medicine? What does her therapy process look like. Some other recovery factors to look into when dealing with tick-borne infections (mold, heavy metals, gut flora, candida, parasites, cell-membrane repair, dental issues, and methylation issues) Therapies to help with detoxification Advice for others dealing with chronic illness

    E114: The Impact of Hypothyroidism on Health With Dr. Eric Balcavage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 73:28


    Dr. Eric Balcavage and Cindy Kennedy FNP review the underlying issues of why hypothyroidism is poorly addressed in medicine. It is the unfortunate truth that more emphasis is put on the stimulating hormone, TSH, rather than the actual production of the two thyroid hormone levels. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What is cellular hypothyroidism? How is it different from Primary Hypothyroidism? You state that hypothyroidism is a spectrum disorder, what does that mean? What are the two causes of an under-active thyroid gland? Why is the title of your book Thyroid Debacle? How many people are impacted by hypothyroidism? What do you see as the biggest challenge with the current healthcare system in regard to identification and treatment of hypothyroidism?

    E113: Pediatric Presentations of Lyme Disease with Somer DelSignore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 61:58


    Nurse Practitioner Somer DelSignore joins our own Nurse Practitioner Cindy to discuss pediatric presentations of Lyme disease. Somer has over fifteen years of practice experience and extensive training in pediatric integrative medicine. She discusses her commitment to an integrative treatment approach to afflicted patients of Lyme and other Tick-borne Diseases. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Caring for children is complicated by educating the parents Interest in TBD Discusses her training with Dr. Richard Horowitz Importance of a multi system integrative approach

    E112: Morgellons Association With Lyme Disease With Pi Ware

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 55:30


    Cindy speaks with Pi Ware, an Emmy-winning filmmaker, who has directed the documentary, Skin Deep:The Battle Over Morgellons. The film was released March of 2020 and has been award winning. Pi discusses his deep dive into the world of Morgellons which proved the lack of validation for the disease and the associated suffering. Pi Ware is an Emmy-winning filmmaker who works across several genres-from feature films to documentaries to world-wide competition shows. His work as a director includes the fictional films SOLITUDE, MY BEAUTIFUL ME, and THE ACT. As an editor Pi has crafted documentaries, indie films, and such series as AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, Netflix's FASTEST CAR, Comedy Central's ROAST BATTLE, WORLD OF DANCE, AMERICAN IDOL and Q'VIVA. Pi grew up in Tempe, AZ, began working in the film industry in Madrid, Spain, and currently lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two cats. Pi’s latest film is the award-winning documentary SKIN DEEP: THE BATTLEOVER MORGELLONS, distributed by Gravitas Ventures on March 31st, 2020 on digital and VOD platforms worldwide. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Personal Interest in Morgellons His overall experience with learning about the disease What was his biggest take away? Biggest learning experience? Worst experience filming? Were you sadden by the lack of validation of the disease? Any more health-related documentaries coming?

    E111: Returning to Exercise With Chronic Illness With Jenn Pike

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 49:18


    Such a big and difficult topic. Jenn and Cindy conquer the basics of why movement is critical especially when healing. Removing the constraints to why exercise is last on the list is a great place to start. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Who is Jenn Pike and how did she begin her career? Discussion about her bestselling book, Simplicity Project What are women unique especially when it comes to exercise What are the best ways to exercise?

    E110: Pain Management and Lyme with Dr. Melissa Colbert

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 56:38


    Dr. Melissa Colbert discusses her specialized, integrative approach, to patients dealing with pain, especially those with Lyme disease. Her background as a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist, gives her the unique ability to utilize her skills with manipulation and neurofunctional acupuncture. For more information see https://myomedicine.com Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Is Physical Medicine Physiatry? Why a special interest in pain management? Are there different pain pathways in individuals? What is osteopathic manipulation? Acupuncture as a Chinese origin. Specifics about pain with Lyme patients. What are the emotional aspects of dealing with chronic pain?

    E109: True Healing Is Possible With Dr. Madiha Saeed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 62:34


    Dr. Madiha Saeed AKA Holistic Mom, as she likes to be called, presents an extremely lively discussion about the healing revolution she feels needs to take place. Chronic illness is at epidemic proportions across the US and is affecting our children in staggering numbers. Dr. Madiha presents to her patients the simple knowledge they need to make changes that will impact true healing. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What is Chronic Illness? What is the key to reducing chronic illness? How do we get people to pay attention? Is mainstream medicine part of the issue? What holds people back from taking action?

    E108: Recovering From Three Tick-Borne Infections with Jennifer Nomi

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 65:49


    A genuine interview between Cindy and Jennifer Nomi on how illness, diagnosis, and recovery set her on a path that she never envisioned. Now, as a Certified Nutrition Consultant and GAPS Practitioner, Jennifer strives to help others heal from Lyme and other chronic illnesses. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Does Lyme impact fertility? Why does nutrition help recovery? How does 3 infections make matters worse? What is the focus of the GAPS program?

    E107: Bridgit Danner Discusses Her Thoughts On Improving Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 52:11


    Cindy meets up with Bridgit Danner, who is a popular blogger and health coach. After dealing with her own mold crisis, she now focuses on education regarding toxins and the importance of detoxification. Visit Bridgit's website here: https://www.bridgitdanner.com/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What are the common home toxins? How to slowly improve your environment? What are the benefits of detoxification? How can nutrition become a focus for health?

    E106: Fatigue At The Cellular Level with Ari Whitten

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 80:32


    FNP Cindy interviews Ari Whitten, an energy and fatigue specialist, to discuss the impact of fatigue on our health and ways to feel better. Ari is the host of his own popular podcast, the Energy Blueprint, where he brings together experts on the subject of fatigue and energy enhancement. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Debunking adrenal fatigue Why mitochondria and the brain are the two key regulators of energy levels The role of mitochondria in fatigue The role of light in health and energy Red and near-infrared light therapy How to enhance mitochondrial health and the secret of hormesis

    E105: Health And Healing As A Whole Family with Carla Atherton

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 53:09


    Approaching health and healing with a whole family concept, is the topic of Cindy and Carla Atherton's podcast this week. Carla is a Family Health and Nutrition Coach who wears many different hats while not only working with families, but also training others to do similar work. Cindy and Carla dive into the best family foundations to bring about lifestyle changes and new ways to pursue cohesive functional approaches to health. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Caring for the whole family Involving the whole family Upcoming Book release New group coaching programs HFF Practitioner Training Program Impact of habits, lifestyle, environment, food choices on health and happiness

    E104: Lyme Disease and Hypothyroid. Is there a link? With Dr. Darin Ingels

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 49:41


    Cindy asks Dr. Darin Ingels to discuss how and why the immune system becomes confused and begins making inappropriate auto-antibodies. Although there may be many causes, the impact of Lyme disease and antibiotics may have a direct association with auto-immunity. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Lyme has a role in auto-immunity Molecular Mimicry  The enlarged thyroid gland:Goiter When should someone be treated for hypothyroidism and how. Gut Healing 101 Hypothyroid vs Hyperthyroid

    E103: Heavy Metals And Their Impact on Health with Jane Barlow and Dr. Brandon Nielsen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 75:23


    Cindy is joined by the dynamic duo, Jane Barlow and Dr. Brandon Nielsen. Both having experience on the subject of heavy metals, they discuss how using select nutrition and herbal support can assist the body in eliminating these metals.   SPECIAL EVENT by Dr. Nielsen. For more information please visit: https://www.holisticfamilylive.com/hfl-2020 Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What are heavy metals? Where do heavy metals come from? How can we avoid these toxic substances? How does herbal support play a role in prevention and elimination?

    E102: How Peptides Helped A Doctor's Own Health Struggle with Kent Holtorf, M.D.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 58:14


    Cindy Kennedy FNP talks with the medical director of the Holtorf Medical Group, Dr. Kent Holtorf. His personal health issue helped him become a believer in peptides. Lyme disease is a major offender of the immune system and adding in peptides can have a positive impact on healing. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: How one's own illness can impact their own journey - Dr. Holtorf's story The shift toward inflammation with chronic illness Inflammation and its effect on the endocrine system Benefits of peptides Is there hope for the future in treating chronic illness?

    E101: Innovative Pain Treatment Strategies with Jackie Orent-Nathan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 55:45


    Cindy Kennedy FNP is joined by nurse practitioner Jackie Orent-Nathan to have a frank conversation surrounding her approach to working with patients who deal with chronic pain. She has found great success in educating her patients about the physiology of pain and why current medical therapies are not the answer. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What are modern thoughts about pain? What is the association with the brain? Jackie's pain treatment strategies. How does the Mind-Body approach work with handling pain? Other co-factors when dealing with pain.

    E100: A Focus on Lyme Disease and The Cascade of Inflammation with Dr. Jaquel Patterson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 66:09


    With over 11 years in clinical practice treating Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections, Dr. Jaquel Patterson shares her approach with Cindy Kennedy FNP. She discusses that Lyme treatment takes a multi-system approach to help patients get well, since it is a multi layered illness. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: How do you approach a patient with possible TBI? Is there a need to improve immunity before going after the infections? What are some go to therapies? What are the best ways to reduce the cascade of inflammation? Lyme can make an opportunistic environment for old viruses to rear their ugly heads. How does Lyme and co-infections trick the body and become a continuous fight? How can an infected person help turn their illness around? How is it that people are misdiagnosed with ALS and MS? What are the contributing factors for Lyme to be spreading around the world? Along with awareness are there any other preventable options you suggest? How to get more healthcare professionals on board with a Lyme diagnosis?

    E99: Fasting Mimicry And It's Benefits with Dr. Tracey Thomas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 63:31


    Dr. Tracey Thomas explains the science and the body's response behind fasting. Giving the body a break from food can have many benefits. As a naturopath and having treated her patients with a nutritional approach, she found ProLon to be a product that she could stand behind. For more information: https://prolonfmd.com Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What is ProLon? What benefits does Fasting Mimicry provide? How was it developed and what type of patient is it designed for? The science around fasting The sources of the ingredients in the plan How does fasting help chronic illness?

    E98: Autoimmune Disease and All In For A Win with Dr Peter Osborne

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 44:25


    A succinct discussion with Cindy Kennedy and Dr. Peter Osborne about the importance of an all in approach for success. Getting to the root cause of Autoimmune Disease means time and commitment. Designing a program means the patient has to be up for the challenge of diet and lifestyle modification to be successful. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: Learn the root causes of illness How Gluten can drive inflammation Modern medicine is dependent on a "fix" which can mean a life long treatment How the immune system tries to protect the body Determining the right foods for you

    E97: Maximizing Your Brain With Functional Neurology ft. Dr. Michael Lovich

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 63:11


    Join us for an exciting and challenging discussion with Dr. Michael Lovich and nurse practitioner Cindy Kennedy on the basis of Functional Neurology. Having a background in sports medicine, Dr. Lovich learned that the care of the brain and rehabilitation after insult or injury was often overlooked. This lead to an integration of healing both with chiropractic care and in-depth neurological care with functional neurology. He specializes in integrating the physical aspects of sports medicine and chiropractic care with the neurological and physiological systems. For more information about his practice see: https://www.deltasperformance.com Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What is Functional Neurology? How did you come into this type of care? Where does this fit into healthcare? What is the testing for functional neurology? What type of issues does functional neurology address? Explain the healing approach. What are the long-term benefits? Who can benefit from your approach? Do you educate the sports community on head injury prevention? What are the at home exercises that go along with the approach?

    E96: Keeping Your Brain Healthy with Dr. Ken Litwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 72:29


    Dr. Litwin joins Cindy to talk about his fascination with the brain, including memory.  Once he educated himself on a functional approach for maintaining and improving brain function, he never looked back to standard treatment approaches for brain health. He is using his broad knowledge and experience in functional medicine to treat and prevent Alzheimer’s disease in his practice in Sandy Hook, CT. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What is cognitive decline and are there levels of decline? Who recognizes the decline first-family or self? What are the causes of cognitive decline? Talk to effects of Lyme Disease. What part of the brain stores memories? What do you feel is the best approach to staving off cognitive decline? Are there Functional tests that would offer insight to our listeners? Talk to Genetic, Environmental factors associated with cognitive decline. Does stress have something to do with memory? How can we improve our memory? Is there a relationship with nutrition and memory? Do you have favorite supplements that promote brain plasticity? Are there prominent research studies that has focused on cognition? What programs do you offer?

    E95: Is There Life After Mold? with Dr Lauren Tessier

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 58:48


    This is a great question for the thousands of people diagnosed with mold illness, not to mention those who have yet to be diagnosed. Cindy and mold treatment expert, Dr. Lauren Tessier, dive deep into the issues surrounding toxic mold and its relationship to illness. Dr. Lauren Tessier is a licensed Naturopathic Physician specializing in mold related illness. She is a nationally known speaker and is the Vice President of “ISEAI”, or the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness- a nonprofit dedicated to educating physicians about the diagnosis and treatment of environmentally acquired illness. Dr. Tessier’s practice “Life After Mold” in Waterbury, Vermont, sees clients from all around the world who suffer from chronic complex illness as a result of environmental exposure and chronic infections. Dr. Tessier’s e-booklet “Mold Prevention: 101” has been widely circulated and its suggestions implemented by many worldwide.  You can find Dr. Tessier at www.lifeaftermold.com, or on facebook, twitter, or IG- just search for @lifeaftermold Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: How does mold affect the level of energy in people? Symptoms of mold toxicity. The plan for diagnosis.-Visual tests, Urine, GI, Environment What is the definition of mycotoxins? Why are mycotoxins found in the urine? The types of mold in our environment. Mold toxicity can be caused by food. Can GI fungal overgrowth come from the environment? How to recover from Mold Illness? Nutrition/Supplements to enhance healing.  

    E94: All Things Nutrition with Dr. Michael Greger

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2019 37:37


    Dr. Michael Greger, the internationally known "How Not To Die" author, joins Cindy for a lively interview to discuss his serious passion about what is on the end of your fork! He is well versed on plant nutrition and has had impressive platforms to voice his agenda, including the Dr. Oz Show. Listen in to learn about all things nutrition and plant-based health. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES / TOPICS: How did nutrition become his passion? - Did his mom emphasize food when he was young? Why are people so hesitant to make changes? Explanation of why people get addicted to food. Benefits of intermittent fasting. Benefits of hydration. Food and sleep improvement. Why did he write this book now? His charitable side.

    E93: Essential Oils for Health with Debbie Jodoin

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2019 45:36


    Debbie Jodoin, an essential oil educator, describes the history and use of essential oils. She discusses a healing technique called "The Raindrop Technique" that she uses with Lyme sufferers. Debbie was an energetic, twenty-something wife and mother with a bright future when she was diagnosed with a debilitating, chronic digestive illness. When nothing seemed to work as it should she researched and then turned to essential oils. Debbie believes that essential oil therapy can help to activate an innate healing response and return your mind and body to its natural state of wholeness.  She believes that emotional and physical wellbeing are inextricably bound, and that the amazing benefits of pure essential oils and human touch can be a powerful means to achieving the lasting, overall wellness you were meant to have. Her website is available at. https://oilsofeden.us/about-us/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/  Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/  SHOW NOTES: What are essential oils? Where do they come from? How long have they been used? Important facts about Purity and safety Use of oils-body-ingestion-personal recipes Frequency of oils’ usage Can oils work as Detox bodywork  Where do you help people? Detox spa

    E92: Environmental Toxicity Impacts Health with Dr. Ann Shippy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 60:45


    Dr. Ann Shippy joins Cindy in a discussion about environmental toxicity and its role in preconception, pregnancy and chronic illness. Dr. Shippy uses the study of DNA expression to help her patients dealing with multiple conditions, including mold toxicity. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E91: The Role of Naturopathic Care with Dr. Sean Foss

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 59:28


    Dr. Sean Foss joins Cindy Kennedy on the show to discuss his role as a naturopathic physician for Lyme Disease. The basis of naturopathic care is to help the body heal itself. Dr. Foss helps us understand this important healthcare choice. Find out more about Dr. Foss at: http://www.doctorfoss.com/the-doctor Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E90: Effective and Efficient Treatment for Chronic Illness with Dr. Lari Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 63:52


    Dr. Young discusses her "dig deep" approach to find the underlying cause of chronic illnesses. Although conventionally trained, she has realized the benefit of a functional approach. Show Notes: Who takes responsibility for a healing journey? How a MD took on a Functional treatment modality? Testing necessary to lay the ground work for healing. What systems control repair of the body? How the endocrine system is a starting point? How depletion of certain markers can lead to poor function of the body. The key vitamin, Thiamine, is found to have the greatest value to the body. What is the best formulation of Thiamine? The right type of Magnesium for the right issue. The impact of your personal genetic information. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E89: PectaSol-C and Immune Enhancement with Dr. Isaac Eliaz

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 56:18


    Cindy is excited to have Dr. Isaac Eliaz as her guest in this week's podcast episode. He is an expert in the field of integrative medicine with a specific focus on cancer. This focus has led him into the field of research and development of therapies for immune enhancement and heavy metal detoxification which is very important for Lyme disease. Cindy's favorite, both personally as well as her first line of gentle detoxification to lower inflammation is Dr. Eliaz's PectaSol-C. This modified citrus pectin formula is a focus of their informative discussion. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E88: Making Lyme Treatment Affordable and Personalized with Dr. Werner Vosloo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 84:28


    Dr. Werner Vosloo joins Cindy, to discuss his Naturopathic and Homeopathic approach to chronic illness. His practice in Portland, Oregon, called the Restorative Health Clinic, provides a focus on chronic, resistant conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Lyme, and related co-infections and Mold Illness. Return Healthy, a supplement company, was borne out of Dr. Vosloo’s need for effective, natural products for the complex, chronic illness patients in his care. Return Healthy offers patients with Lyme disease and co-infections focused protocols toward reaching their health goals. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E87: Nutrition for Lyme Disease with Barbara Olendzki

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 61:45


    Cindy is joined by Barbara Olendzki, RD MPH LDN this week for a fantastic discussion about nutrition. Barbara is an Associate Professor and Director of the Center for Applied Nutrition at UMASS Medical School in Worcester, MA. She is doing her part educating medical students about the importance of nutrition. She joins Cindy to discuss the impact nutrition has on health, especially chronic illness. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us Check out Pursue Wellness: https://pursuewellness.us/

    E86: SIBO Has Many Root Causes with Dr. Thalia Farshchian

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 53:10


    Thalia Farshchian ND joins Cindy to discuss the importance of getting to the root cause of SIBO. She explains that there are multiple causes for SIBO, such as prolonged use of GERD medications, parasites, antibiotic use, as well as a history of IBS and Crohns. Treatment and dietary changes may need to be on a long term basis for optimal results. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us

    E85: PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis with Maria Rickert-Hong

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 71:23


    This week Cindy is joined by health coach and author, Maria Rickert-Hong, who offers her personal experience with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis. Learning that recovery is possible, she wrote the book, Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS and Autoimmune Encephalitis, to guide those affected by these disorders. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us

    E84: The Gut Microbiome and Health with Jeff Thurston

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 69:02


    Join Cindy Kennedy for an intriguing discussion with microbiologist and virologist, Jeff Thurston, on maintaining and improving gut health, as well as immune function, with probiotics. Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us

    E83: Energy Healing With The Biocharger NG

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2019 62:08


    Jim Girard, the inventor of the Biocharger NG, and Jim Law the managing director of their firm, discuss the science behind the BioCharger. The team’s common ambition is to apply energy healing technology to improve the quality of people's lives. Learn more about the Biocharger NG: https://biocharger.com/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  

    E82: Finding Personal Healing After a Lyme Disease Diagnosis with Jackie Shea

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 52:46


    Lyme disease can rock your world!  Jackie Shea found this to be true. Her healing journey forced her to focus on past traumas in order to heal. After her personal struggle she set out to help others as a professional health, life, and business coach. Jackie is the host of her own podcast, Healing Out Loud. Learn more about Jackie Shea: https://jackieshea.com/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us

    E81: The Importance of Methylation for Health with Kara Fitzgerald

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 62:15


    Dr. Kara Fitzgerald unravels the mysterious process of methylation and how our genetics as well as epigenetics play an important role in proper functioning.   Learn more about Dr. Kara Fitzgerald: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/ Get more Lyme resources at: https://livingwithlyme.us/ Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/Livingwithlyme.us  

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