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In 1909, Arvid Afzelius presented his research on an expanding, ring-like lesion, Erythema migrans (EM), linked to what would later become known as Lyme disease.
Lyme disease, as we know it today, was first identified in 1975 following an unexplained outbreak of arthritis near the town of Lyme, Connecticut.
What is Lyme disease? What are common symptoms of Lyme disease?
Lyme disease is a condition most often spread by blacklegged ticks and nymphs (immature ticks) found in wooded areas. In the United States, it is most prevalent in the Northeast (primarily Pennsylvania and New York) and the north Midwest (primarily Minnesota and Wisconsin) and coastal regions.
As to why it is spreading so far, and so rapidly, we only need to look to the ever-increasing deforestation and development that is forcing more and more deer, and ticks, into ever-increasing proximity to humans.
Unfortunately, Lyme disease can be very difficult to diagnose correctly. Unless you actually see the tick on your skin, you may not even know you were bitten until you start to experience a wide range of correlated symptoms. While it can be difficult to spot and diagnose, if left untreated Lyme disease can lead to debilitating neurological and cardiovascular effects.
In its early stages, the disease can seem much like the flu, with body aches, headaches, fatigue and fever, sometimes accompanied by a rash. Not everyone gets a rash, or gets the rash that looks like a bullseye. The rash begins as a small red spot and can either stay small, or spread to cover large parts of your body.
One of the more dangerous effects of Lyme disease is swollen and painful joints. If left untreated, as mentioned, this can lead to lifelong arthritis in patients with Lyme disease. These symptoms can also be met with further neurological effects like numbness or weakness in muscles, temporary paralysis of facial muscles, dizziness, shortness of breath and irregular heartbeat.
What are common treatments for Lyme disease?
While there are many theories on how to treat Lyme disease, perhaps one of the most highly regarded is ozone therapy. Ozone therapy can be administered intravenously (IV) through a process of ozonating the patient’s blood and sending it back through the body via IV. This therapy can be pursued on its own, or performed in accordance with other approaches, including body detox cleansing, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) and Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy (MAS Mat).
How do I avoid getting Lyme disease?
If you are an avid outdoorsperson, or spend a lot of time outside and in or near wooded areas, taking precaution against blacklegged ticks is the best way to prevent getting Lyme disease in the first place. When walking or hiking in the summer, avoid contact with overgrowth and brush, where ticks may be hiding. To protect yourself against ticks, keep your extremities covered with light-colored clothing at all times, preferably with a strong, thick fabric. Wearing durable boots in areas with tall grass and brush can also help prevent a bite, though cannot completely eliminate the danger. While using an insect repellant with a 20-25% concentration of DEET may be safest, more natural options include Burt’s Bees Herbal Insect Repellent, Buzz Away, Green Ban for People, and Natrapel Plus. Check for ticks when returning from the outdoors and shower within two hours.
Life with Lyme disease
Symptoms of pain, joint and muscle aches and fatigue linger for months or weeks for many patients. Some individuals live with chronic Lyme disease, like World Champion Professional Triathlete Lesley Paterson. “I often think that living with chronic Lyme’s disease is like a boxing match,” writes Lesley. “Some days I’m in total control of the fight […] Then out of the blue, BAM! […] I can go from hero to zero in 48 hours.” Read Lesley’s story and how she takes on the challenge of Lyme disease.
“In my medical practice, I routinely see very sick patients who are deficient in one or more amino acids,” says BodyHealth founder David Minkoff, M.D. Many people who struggle with protein digestion are also dealing with serious health issues such as Lyme disease.
An amino acid supplement can help fill the gap for those with Lyme disease for whom nutrition and digestion are failing to provide adequate amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein. PerfectAmino™, developed by Dr. Minkoff, is perfectly balanced and 99% utilized by the body to build proteins and support body systems.
In addition to this foundation, other supplements that are recommended by Lyme-literate experts include: probiotics; antioxidants (including CoQ10 and vitamin C); acetyl-L-carnitine; magnesium; chromium; and B-complex vitamins (including B6 and B12).
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Dr. David Minkoff
Dr. David Minkoff graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School in 1974 and was elected to the “Phi Beta Kappa” of medical schools, the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Medical Fraternity for very high academic achievement. He then completed both a Pediatric Residency and Fellowship in Infectious Disease at the University of California at San Diego.
He worked at the University of California and Children’s Hospitals in San Diego as an attending physician in infectious disease while conducting original research on Ribaviron, a broad spectrum anti-viral agent to fight disease. He also co-directed a neo-natal intensive care unit and worked in emergency medicine.
In 1992, Dr Minkoff’s wife Sue, a Registered Nurse, became interested in nutrition and health and began to go to lectures from some of the experts in the field. At the time, Dr Minkoff was pretty fixed in his view of traditional medicine and it took a lot of convincing to get him to come to one of these lectures. After hearing Dr Jeffrey Bland speak, Dr Minkoff had a eureka moment and began pursuing the alternative field with a vengeance. Based on this new knowledge Dr Minkoff and his wife set up a small clinic in 1997 to help some friends with their medical problems. What began as an experiment blossomed into Lifeworks Wellness Center, one of the most successful clinics for complementary medicine in the United States. In the process, he gained expertise in Biological medicine, integrative oncology, heavy metal detoxification, anti-aging medicine, hormone replacement therapy, functional medicine, energy medicine, neural and prolotherapy, homeopathy and optimum nutrition. He studied under the masters in each of these disciplines until he became an expert in his own right. Dr Minkoff is one of the most in demand speakers in the field and wrote an Amazon best selling book called The Search For The Perfect Protein.
The demand for the products and protocols he discovered became a catalyst for founding BodyHealth.Com, a nutrition company that now manufactures and distributes cutting-edge nutritional solutions for the many health problems of today. Dr. Minkoff writes two free online newsletters, “The Optimum Health Report” and ”The BodyHealth Fitness Newsletter”, to help others learn about optimum health and fitness.
Dr. Minkoff is an avid athlete himself and has completed 44 Ironman Triathlons. To keep his fitness maximal, he lives the lifestyle he teachers to others and tries to set an example for others, so they can enjoy a life free of pain and full of energy.
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If you don’t wake up feeling bright in the morning, suffer from the usual “afternoon crash,” or generally feel sleepy, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, only 16% of Americans feel bright and awake every day. Over 50% of those surveyed reported feeling tired between three and seven days each week – with women accounting for a majority of those who suffer.
Today we’re going to talk about six common and easy-to-remedy habits that might be draining your energy.
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Supplemental molecular hydrogen, also known as H2, is becoming increasingly popular for many health concerns due to its effective and safe action as a targeted antioxidant.
And while everyone can benefit from H2, it is particularly beneficial for athletes. Not only can it improve VO2max levels, but it also helps to reduce muscle fatigue, helps maintain peak performance for longer and speeds healing of soft-tissue injuries.
Today we’re going to dive deeper intohowandwhyH2affects athletic performance.
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Today we're going to talk about one of the biggestperceivedreasons it is hard to be healthy: the cost of healthy food.
And yes, I said "perceived" – because the cost of food does not have to be a barrier. Almost anyone can turn a diet around without paying more for your food – and in fact, will end upsaving moneyin the long run.
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