955 - How This Patient Overcame a Parasite (Babesia) Naturally

955 - How This Patient Overcame a Parasite (Babesia) Naturally

Author: Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC February 24, 2025 Duration: 49:21

In today's episode, our patient Greg shares his journey with gut issues and vector borne illnesses. His story may sound familiar to anyone who has been diagnosed with chronic infections - constant turnover of different antimicrobials, a regular onset of new symptoms, and more. 

Upon learning about vector borne illnesses from our podcast, Greg reached out to work with us and finally found the right treatment after years of no solutions. Listen in and learn what helped Greg start healing.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

02:20 Greg's health journey

07:57 Discovering vector borne illness 

11:15 Gut conditions vs. VBIs

14:04 Misconceptions about lyme & VBIs

16:09 Measuring symptoms & improvement

25:17 Greg's protocol & reactions

34:34 Hyperbaric therapy

39:29 Advice for finding the best health 



Featured Studies 

📉Association of Presenting Symptoms With Abnormal Laboratory Values for Vector-Borne Illness - Experience in an Urban Gastroenterology Practice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33511252/

📉Hyperbaric oxygen therapy in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33905214/



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Trying to make sense of the latest health trends and research can feel overwhelming. Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare cuts through the noise with grounded, evidence-based conversations. Hosted by clinician and researcher Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC, this podcast explores the practical side of functional health, where complex science is translated into actionable steps you can use. Episodes often start with a curious question-why does one diet work for some but not others, or what does the latest study really mean for everyday health-and follow the evidence where it leads. You’ll hear deep dives into gut health, nutrition, and fitness, balanced with a critical eye that isn’t afraid to debunk popular fads when the data doesn’t support them. The tone is conversational yet precise, reflecting Dr. Ruscio’s dual role as a practicing clinician and a dedicated investigator. Each discussion is built to provide clarity, leaving you with a clearer understanding of how your body works and what might help it work better. It’s important to note that this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. While Dr. Ruscio shares his expertise as a doctor of chiropractic, the content does not constitute personal medical or professional advice. Instead, think of it as a reliable source for thoughtful analysis, helping you have more informed conversations about your own health journey.
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