Mold is a type of fungus that lives off organic matter – it is everywhere in the environment and it will grow on anything. While there are over 100,000 species of mold, about two dozen molds create sickness in humans. It is estimated that in the United States, 45 million people live in a moldy
The foundation of the Live Disease Free approach is treating the infections that cause MS, and I am so excited to share exciting new research on this very topic. In June 2018, Neurobiology of Disease published Multiple sclerosis and mixed microbial infections. Direct identification of fungi and bacteria in nervous tissue online, revealing a huge
*Image shared from BeWellBuzz Heavy metal toxicity is the accumulation of heavy metals, in dangerous amounts, in the soft tissues of the body. We are exposed to heavy metals like lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium in the water we drink, the air we breathe and the food we eat. Industrial exposure, pollution, medicines, make-up, amalgam
The life-saving, Nobel Prize winning anti-parasitic drug ivermectin is no longer available in Canada for human use. Health Canada, why are you withholding a drug that is on the World Health Organization’s list of essential medicines, and that has the potential to truly help MS sufferers? Facts: 1. In 2014, pathologist Dr. Alan MacDonald discovered
Recently in Canada, Global News aired a docuseries called Brain Interrupted – Canada’s Multiple Sclerosis Story. The series highlighted several topics relating to MS, including the different types of MS, and how diagnosis and drug treatment has changed over the years. It also explored topics like why more women than men are being diagnosed, and
With so many eating plans out there, it can be daunting to try to figure out which one is best for you – which one will help you recover from chronic disease and live your best life. Whole 30, vegan, vegetarian, keto, high-fat, low-fat…the list goes on! Food is a hot topic right now, and
With so many eating plans out there, it can be hard to know how to choose the best one to help you recover from MS or other chronic disease. You know that diet is important, but you’re just not sure where to start. I follow the Live Disease Free Eating Plan that I picked as
Whether you’re hosting friends or family this holiday weekend, or attending a holiday meal as a guest I wanted to share some delicious meal ideas that won’t set your health back. Here are some recipe ideas to go along with an oven roasted turkey: • Oven roasted carrots with thyme • Lemon ginger broccoli •
Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and human herpesvirus 6 are two viruses that have received a lot of research attention as being possible causes of multiple sclerosis. However, according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, “To date, researchers have not been able to identify a single virus as the trigger for MS.” –https://www.nationalmssociety.org/What-is-MS/What-Causes-MS/Viruses Could viruses be involved
It is becoming increasingly evident that the bacteria associated with Lyme disease is also a major cause of multiple sclerosis symptoms. Lyme disease is an infection caused by various bacteria including Borrelia, Babesia, Bartonella, Ehrlichia, and others, that are transmitted through biting insects, and can cause debilitating illness. In this blog post, the research is
At least 30-40 years ago, several medically-trained health care professionals understood that fungal overgrowth played a significant role in causing multiple sclerosis. Dr. William Crook, Dr. C. Orian Truss, Dr. Luc De Schepper and Dr. Zoltan P. Rona are four doctors that taught me that MS is caused by infection, and that fungal overgrowth is a major cause of multiple sclerosis
There is growing evidence that MS is an infectious disease, and when we suffer with neurological symptoms of MS (or other neurological diseases) research is showing that most often several microbes are responsible for our symptoms – directly or indirectly. These microbes can include fungus, vector borne infections (Lyme disease), parasites and possibly viruses. In
Nature.com recently published an fascinating study on how common eczema and athlete’s foot medications might help those suffering from Multiple Sclerosis. Researchers treated mice with antifingals (miconazole) and a corticosteroids (clobetasol), and reported that these meds helped kick start their bodies’ stem cells to replace damaged brain cells. We have to ask, though, whether these
More and more, research is showing that what you eat affects your brain health and influences it’s day-to-day ability to function. Gluten, carbohydrates and sugar can have a devastating effect on brain health, as Dr. David Perlmutter discusses in this interview on Fox and Friends- Fox News Channel. A definite must-watch! Pam BarthaClinically diagnosed with multiple
Dr. Perlmutter, discusses the importance of eating a gluten-free diet in maintaining and achieving optimal health on Live With Kelly and Michael. It is so exciting to see hero doctors like Dr. Perlmutter get such great exposure to a mainstream audience and reach so many people! Here’s to keeping up the good fight! >>> Click Here
More and more often, scientific research is revealing how important gut flora is in maintaining and improving our health. When the gut’s microbial environment becomes less diversified, troublesome microbes flourish, creating inflammation that can lead to disease. Respected doctors like Dr. David Perlmutter are really on track with this new research. His work confirms that
How Our Current Healthcare System is Working Against Us A friend shared with me that her teenage son is dealing with some very serious health challenges. I could tell in her voice that this has taken a real toll on her family. I began to share some ideas that I thought might really help
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