tochondria, detoxifi cation, gut microbi- ome and hormonal systems are intercon- nected and in constant communication.


Immune system- The immune system is meant to act as a guard and army to pro- tect our body from invaders, both “foreign” and “domestic”. When the immune system responds to a stimulus, it does so through a complex chemically based communica- tion system. To address the immune system appropriately, a comprehensive approach must be taken to fi nd and address the causative factors that lead to the immune system’s switch being held in the on or off position. We must squelch the immune system fi re by pointing our functional medicine hoses toward the base of the fi re, and not just wave our hands at the symp- toms’ smoke.


Mitochondria - Mitochondria are organelles (“small organs”) within each cell that are responsible for producing the majority of cellular energy, called ATP. Mitochondria are now known to play important roles in responding to infection from microbes (like lyme and its co-infec- tions), controlling chronic infl ammation, triggering cell death, and controlling other metabolic processes. When dealing with chronic infection and infl ammation it is important to realize that the mitochondria could be, and often are, a contributing factor to the occurrence of a sustained infl ammatory response. It’s like throwing gasoline on a fi re. The mitochondria need


to be addressed with therapies that restore normal effi cient ATP production, reduce infl ammation signaling by addressing their respective causes, and promote the death of dysfunctional and ineffi cient mitochon- dria.


Detoxifi cation -Prior to antimicro-


bial therapy, and throughout treatment, it is crucial to optimize the ability of the body to detoxify through the lymph, gut, liver, kidneys, and skin. Chronic infections burden detoxifi cation capacity and intro- duction of antibiotics or herbs can further strain this system. Our favorite detoxifi ca- tion methods, because of their effectiveness and low side effect risk, include infrared sauna therapy, epsom salt baths, activated charcoal, protein supplements designed to support detoxifi cation, glutathione, and specifi c herbs.


Gut Microbiome- The gut microbiome must be optimized before, during, and after antimicrobial therapy. Overgrowth of candida, pathogenic bacteria and parasites in the gut can often tax the immune system and impede full recovery from Lyme. We prefer to test the gut microbiome and bal- ance this before starting any antimicrobial therapy.


Hormonal Balance- Persistent tick borne infections can have devastating effects on hormonal balance. It is not uncommon to fi nd severe adrenal dysfunc- tion, thyroid disease, low testosterone, and


Though the treatment of chronic Lyme continues to be studied, the best options currently available address and treat the body as a whole. At Precision Health Fam- ily Functional Medicine, we implement our process that includes advanced testing, multiple modalities and treatments that restore and support the immune, hormonal, digestive, and detoxifi cation systems. Optimizing these systems allows for maxi- mal effectiveness of antimicrobial agents, minimizes treatment side effects, provides adequate symptom control, and hastens recovery from chronic Lyme disease.


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