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BetterHealthGuy Podcast

Scott Forsgren, FDN-Pbetterhealthguy.com
BetterHealthGuy Podcast features conversations with leading experts exploring complex chronic illnesses, mold illness, chronic Lyme disease and other chronic infections, environmental toxicity, and related conditions. After nearly 30 years navigating his own journey through chronic Lyme disease and mold illness to recover his health, Scott has been fortunate to learn from many leading experts and healers in the integrative health space. Among those who have influenced Scott's journey are Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD; Neil Nathan, MD; Jill Crista, ND; Amy Derksen, ND; Simon Yu, MD; Dale Bredesen, MD; Lee Cowden, MD; Raj Patel, MD; and many others. Through these conversations, Scott explores topics such as mold and mycotoxin illness (CIRS), chronic Lyme disease and coinfections, Long COVID, ME/CFS, PANS/PANDAS, autism, Alzheimer's, parasites, the microbiome, detoxification, limbic system retraining, emotional health, and much more. Join Scott, the BetterHealthGuy, as he shares insights and conversations for those seeking new ways to create better health.
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Episodes

Episode #114: Mycotoxins with Dr. Andrew Campbell, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the impact of mycotoxins on health, including antibody testing for mycotoxins. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Andrew Campbell. Thirty years ago, Andrew Campbell, MD started seeing many women who were sick from their silicone breast implants. Most of them eventually had their implants removed thinking it would solve their health problems, but it didn't. Dr. Campbell then connected with Dr. Pierre Blais in Canada, a PhD...

Feb 25, 20201 hr 17 min

Episode #113: Mitochondria with Dr. Bryan Rade, ND

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of mitochondria in recovering from a complex, chronic illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Bryan Rade. Bryan Rade, ND is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and is the current President of the Nova Scotia Association of Naturopathic Doctors. His practice focuses on complex chronic illness, persistent Borreliosis and coinfections, mold illness, integrative oncology, the biomedi...

Feb 13, 20201 hr 34 min

Episode #112: Morgellons with Dr. Eboni Cornish, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about diagnosing and treating Morgellons. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Eboni Cornish. Eboni Cornish, MD graduated from Brown University undergraduate and Brown University Medical School. She completed her family medicine residency at Georgetown University. During her training there, she volunteered her time by serving as a medical consultant on a DC Human Rights Committee for Individuals with Disabilities. In 2003, as a H...

Jan 25, 20201 hr 39 min

Episode #111: Disulfiram with Dr. Dan Kinderlehrer, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about an exciting new therapeutic agent in Lyme disease called Disulfiram. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Dan Kinderlehrer. Daniel A. Kinderlehrer, MD is a nationally recognized physician with expertise in the fields of nutrition, allergy, environmental medicine, Lyme disease and the healing of mind-body-spirit as a unified whole. Dr. Kinderlehrer co-founded The New England Center for Holistic Medicine in Newbury, MA and ha...

Jan 14, 20201 hr 32 min

Episode #110: Earthing with Clint Ober

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the benefits of earthing. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Clint Ober. Clinton Ober is CEO of Earth FX Inc., a research and development company located in Palm Springs, California. He first learned of grounding when installing Cable TV systems in Billings, Montana in the early 1960's. A decade later, he formed Telecrafter Corporation and built it into the largest provider of cable installation services in the United States....

Dec 14, 20191 hr 28 min

Episode #109: Glucuronidation with Beth O'Hara

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of glucuronidation in supporting detoxification and regaining optimal health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Beth O'Hara. Beth O'Hara is a Functional Naturopath and Functional Genetic Analyst specializing in Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, porphyria, glucuronidation, and genetics. She holds a Doctorate in Naturopathy specializing in Functional Naturopathic Approaches and a Master's in Marriage and Family The...

Nov 26, 20191 hr 17 min

Episode #108: FREmedica WAVE1 with Stephen Davis

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the use of light and frequency to support those with chronic Lyme disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Stephen Davis. Stephen Davis is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, seasoned inventor, and healthcare pioneer with over 35 years in the global business economy. Stephen has a deep passion for mission-driven companies and organizations that seek to promote social good and greater access for all. As an inventor, ...

Nov 15, 20191 hr 7 min

Episode #107: Ask Dr. Rawls with Dr. Bill Rawls, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about chronic Lyme disease and tools for supporting recovery from Lyme and related conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Bill Rawls. Bill Rawls, MD is an OB-GYN and leading expert in Lyme disease, integrative health, and herbal medicine. In the middle of his successful medical career, Dr. Rawls' life was interrupted by Lyme disease. As he struggled to overcome it, he explored nearly every treatment possible – from conv...

Nov 07, 20192 hr 11 min

Episode #106: Bartonella and MCAS with Dr. Tania Dempsey, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Bartonella and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, the role they play in chronic illness, and options for addressing them. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Tania Dempsey. Tania Dempsey, MD received her MD from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and her BS degree from Cornell University. She completed her Residency at NYU Medical Center / Bellevue Hospital and then served as an attending physician at a large mult...

Oct 16, 20191 hr 17 min

Episode #105: Essential Oils with Jodi Cohen

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the use of essential oils in supporting health recovery and health optimization. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Jodi Cohen. Jodi Cohen is a bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner, busy mom, loyal friend, and unshakable cheerleader dedicated to helping you and your family regain vibrant health. She is the founder of Vibrant Blue Oils where she combines her training in nutritional therapy and ...

Sep 20, 20191 hr 12 min

Episode #104: Indoor Environmental Quality with Michael Schrantz, CIEC, CMI, ABI, BPI-BA/EP

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the importance of Indoor Environmental Quality in recovering from chronic illness and optimizing health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Michael Schrantz. Michael Schrantz, CIEC, CMI, ABI, BPI-BA/EP is the Founder and operator of Environmental Analytics, LCC, a comprehensive indoor environmental quality consulting company that covers a wide range of environmental assessments for the residential, commercial, and medical sec...

Sep 03, 20191 hr 35 min

Episode #103: AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine with Dr. Simon Yu, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the "AcciDental Blow Up In Medicine" and the importance of exploring parasites, fungi, and dental issues in regaining optimal health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Simon Yu. Simon Yu, MD is a board-certified internist who founded Prevention and Healing, Inc., to offer integrative medicine to patients from St. Louis, across the nation, and around the world. His two books, AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine: Battle Plan fo...

Aug 14, 20191 hr 7 min

Episode #102: Frequency Specific Microcurrent with Dr. Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Frequency Specific Microcurrent and how FSM is used in optimizing health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr Carolyn McMakin. Carolyn McMakin MA, DC is the clinical director of the Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Clinic of Portland, Oregon. She developed Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) in 1995 and began teaching FSM courses in 1997. In addition to maintaining a part time clinical practice, she teaches seminars on th...

Jul 18, 20191 hr 20 min

Episode #101: Heme Dysregulation and Secondary Porphyria with Beth O'Hara

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about heme dysregulation and secondary porphyria. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Beth O'Hara. Beth O'Hara is a Functional Naturopath, specializing in complex chronic health conditions related to Mast Cell Activation and Subclinical Porphyria, including Mold Toxicity, Detoxification, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Histamine Intolerance, and Chemical Sensitivities. She is the founder of Mast Cell 360, a Functional Naturopathy Practic...

Jul 02, 20191 hr 22 min

Episode #100: The EMF Guy with Nick Pineault

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the health implications of EMF exposure and solutions for mitigating them. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Nick Pineault. Nick "The EMF Guy" Pineault is an Investigative Health Journalist and #1 bestselling author of The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs. He is a down-to-earth and passionate health journalist who has published more than 1,500 online articles through a daily newsletter called Nick & Gen's Healthy Life. Through ...

Jun 21, 20191 hr 31 min

Episode #99: MCAS Revisited with Dr. Raj Patel, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and steps that may lead to its resolution. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Raj Patel. Raj Patel. MD received his Master's degree in Physiology from Rutgers University and his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. Dr. Patel is trained to work with people of all ages with his education in Family Medicine. He has extensive experience with various natural therap...

Jun 11, 20191 hr 13 min

Episode #98: Bitten with Kris Newby

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about "Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Kris Newby. Kris Newby is an award-winning science writer at Stanford University 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. She has two degrees in engineering, a Bachelor's degree from the University of Utah and a M...

May 23, 20191 hr 8 min

Episode #97: Beat Autoimmune with Palmer Kippola

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about autoimmune conditions and how to "Beat Autoimmune". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Palmer Kippola. Palmer Kippola is an author, speaker, and Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach (FMCHC) who specializes in helping people reverse and prevent autoimmune conditions. She developed a framework called F.I.G.H.T.S. to help people beat autoimmune conditions based on her 26-year battle to overcome Multiple sclerosis. Her new ...

May 09, 20191 hr 28 min

Episode #96: Cancer with James Templeton

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about integrative approaches to recovering from cancer. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is James Templeton. James Templeton tapped into his fighting spirit and became an over 30-year cancer survivor who healed himself from a terminal diagnosis of Stage IV melanoma, which later spread to his lymphatic system, with the use of alternative medicine and healing modalities. As the visionary founder of Uni Key Health Systems and the Templ...

Apr 23, 20191 hr 26 min

Episode #95: Driscoll Theory with Dr. Diana Driscoll, OD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and the vagus nerve; as well as potential triggers and solutions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Diana Driscoll. Diana Driscoll, OD is an optometrist who became passionate about helping those with complex health conditions as a result of her own health challenges with POTS, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and ME/CFS. Today, she is recovered, as are her two children, and is the ...

Apr 11, 20191 hr 21 min

Episode #94: Environmental Toxicity with Dr. Ann Shippy, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about environmental toxicity including glyphosate, heavy metals, and mold exposure including solutions for improving health. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Ann Shippy. Ann Shippy, MD is a physician, scientist, engineer, and mom who works with science, clinical data, and research to provide the knowledge and tools needed to achieve optimal health. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and certified in Functional Medici...

Mar 31, 20191 hr 27 min

Episode #93: ArminLabs with Dr. Armin Schwarzbach, MD, PhD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about EliSpot testing and the various testing options available through ArminLabs in Germany. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Armin Schwarzbach. Armin Schwarzbach, MD, PhD is a medical doctor and a specialist in laboratory medicine from the laboratory ArminLabs in Augsburg, Germany. Dr. Schwarzbach began by studying biochemistry at Hoechst AG in Frankfurt, Germany and pharmacy at the University of Mainz in Germany in 1984. I...

Feb 28, 20191 hr 32 min

Episode #92: Breast Implant Illness with Dr. Lu-Jean Feng, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about breast implant illness and the potential role of breast implants in many chronic health challenges. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Lu-Jean Feng. Lu-Jean Feng, MD is an internationally renowned Microvascular Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. She is the Founder and Medical Director of The Lu-Jean Feng Clinic. Dr. Feng graduated from Yale College and Yale Medical School and has been involved in medicine for more than 2...

Feb 20, 20191 hr 17 min

Episode #91: Break The Mold with Dr. Jill Crista, ND

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about mold illness and how to effectively "Break The Mold" and regain health and wellness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Jill Crista. Jill Crista, ND is a naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, and nationally recognized health educator. Her hope is to improve health through education, by bridging gaps in understanding between medical research and practice. She writes books and offers online courses for anyone wanting to...

Feb 13, 20191 hr 27 min

Episode #90: Peptide Therapy with Dr. Kent Holtorf, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the use of peptide therapy in Lyme disease and related complex, chronic illnesses. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Kent Holtorf. Kent Holtorf, MD is the medical director of the Holtorf Medical Group. He is founder and director of the non-profit National Academy of Hypothyroidism (NAH), which is dedicated to dissemination of new information to doctors and patients on the diagnosis and treatment of hypothyroidism. He has...

Jan 23, 20191 hr 17 min

Episode #89: End of Alzheimer's with Dr. Dale Bredesen, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn the factors involved in dementia and Alzheimer's and potential solutions discussed in "The End of Alzheimer's". About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Dale Bredesen. Dale Bredesen, MD is internationally recognized as an expert in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. He graduated from Caltech, then earned his MD from Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. He served as Chief Resident in Neu...

Jan 17, 20191 hr 33 min

Episode #88: Brain Under Attack with Maria Rickert Hong, CHHC, AADP

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about PANS, PANDAS, and related developmental disorders. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Maria Rickert Hong. Maria Rickert Hong, CHHC, AADP is a former Wall Street sell-side equity research analyst who is now a Certified Holistic Health Counselor. She is the author of the bestselling book, "Almost Autism: Recovering Children from Sensory Processing Disorder, A Reference for Parents and Practitioners" and the co-author of "Brain ...

Jan 05, 20191 hr 22 min

Episode #87: Wahls Protocol with Dr. Terry Wahls, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about the Wahls Protocol and the impact of diet and nutrition in MS and other neurological diseases. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Terry Wahls. Terry Wahls, MD is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner and a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa where she conducts clinical trials. In 2018 she was awarded the Institute for Functional Medicine's Linus Pauling Award for her contribution...

Dec 11, 20181 hr 19 min

Episode #86: Lyme Genomics Update with Dr. Bob Miller, CTN

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn the latest on genomics research in the area of chronic Lyme disease and related conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Bob Miller. Bob Miller, CTN was on the show on episode #44. If you'd like to review his full bio, you can find it there. Today, I'm excited to have Bob back on the show to talk about his work with Lyme beyond phases 1-3 which we covered in episode 44. Today we will focus on phases 4, 5, and 6 and previe...

Nov 22, 20181 hr 36 min

Episode #85: Toxic with Dr. Neil Nathan, MD

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn about healing your body from toxic illnesses such as Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan. Neil Nathan, MD was introduced with a more formal summary of his bio in podcast episode #19. For this podcast, I want to be more informal and just say how much I value and respect Dr. Nathan and the work that he does to help his pati...

Oct 23, 20181 hr 40 min
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