BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts Scott Forsgren, FDN-P

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn about a system called Primal Trust that is used to support the limbic system, vagus nerve, and autonomic nervous system.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Cathleen King.  Cathleen King, DPT is a physical therapist who is passionate about teaching neuroscience-based practices targeting the brain and nervous system.  She is the founder and CEO of the Primal Trust™ Academy & Community.  She weaves together brain retraining, vagus nerve toning, somatic movement, and trauma-informed attachment repair techniques in her online, worldwide platform.  Her focus is to help people with self-healing from chronic illness and trauma patterns.  She personally found freedom from over a decade of debilitating health chronic Lyme disease, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, mold toxicity, PTSD and more and has been presenting as an expert on nervous system healing to both traditional medical providers and mind-body healing communities.
Key Takeaways:
What is Primal Trust? What factors lead to limbic impairment and nervous system dysregulation? What conditions might Primal Trust be helpful for? Is there a vagal component to Primal Trust? How might Primal Trust impact the Cell Danger Response? How might a dysregulated nervous system impair detoxification and immunity? Can Primal Trust create a smoother transition from illness to wellness? Why does the brain become addicted to worry? What are the three levels of Primal Trust? What is the Primal Trust process? How does our response to the condition further drive the condition to persist? What is the Polyvagal Ladder? Can Primal Trust support those dealing with SIBO? Can Primal Trust allow you to live in your moldy home and be well? How might Primal Trust support these dealing with POTS and dysautonomia? What are some of the tools that make up the Primal Trust process? Why are both top down and bottom up approaches critical? What factors get in the way of feeling safe in our bodies and in the world? Connect With My Guest: 
http://PrimalTrust.org
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Interview Date:
May 23, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode201.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclosure:
BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Primal Trust.
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn about a healing guide to support sensitive patients in restoring health.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan.  Neil Nathan, MD has been practicing medicine for 50 years.  He has written several books including: "Healing is Possible: New Hope for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Persistent Pain, and Other Chronic Illnesses" and "On Hope and Healing: For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks".   He has been working to bring an awareness that mold toxicity is a major contributing factor for patients with chronic illness and lectures internationally on this subject which led to the publication of his eBook "Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment", and then to his best-selling book "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities, and Chronic Environmental Illness".   His 2021 book "Energetic Diagnosis" is a discussion of the value of intuition and energetic devices as an aid to both diagnosis and treatment of medical illness. His new book "The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide" was released in early 2024.  He is currently providing mentorship in the treatment of chronic inflammatory illness to approximately 150 physicians, with Jill Crista, ND. 
Key Takeaways:
What is the difference between sensitivity and toxicity? What is the limbic, vagal, mast cell triad? What tools can be used to support the limbic system and vagus nerve? How might structure be supported without exogenous collagen supplementation? What are the many roles of Epsom Salt baths in working with sensitive patients? What are some potential triggers of Spiky-Leaky Syndrome? What is a Homeostasis Associated Molecular Pattern (HAMP)? Is urine mycotoxin testing a clinically helpful tool? Are there any tests for exploring fungal colonization? What tools have emerged in the treatment of Lyme disease? Is 5G really a problem when it comes to EMF sensitivity? Does working in the mental/emotional, limbic, and vagal realm support detoxification? Is the concern about oxalates more about dietary exposure or fungal colonization? How might salicylate intolerance be approached? What role do structural issues play in sensitive patients? Can benzodiazepine withdrawal be another contributor in sensitization? What are some of the factors that may impact thiamine? What is the role of RANTES as a marker of inflammation? Can people be allergic to their own hormones? Is carbon monoxide a sensitizing agent? Does treating Bartonella potentially serve as a trigger for secondary porphyria? What interventions may support those dealing with spikeopathies? What are some of the many beneficial properties of ketamine in working with sensitive patients? Connect With My Guest: 
http://NeilNathanMD.com
Related Resources: 
Book: The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide
Interview Date:
April 25, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode200.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn about the role of mold dogs as a tool used in mold inspection of an indoor environment.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Bill Whitstine.  Bill Whitstine, CMT owns and operates the Florida Canine Academy, which trains bomb, drug, money, weapons, termite, mold, and accelerant detection canine teams.  Several years ago, Bill identified the growing problem of mold in homes and businesses and worked with researchers to further investigate the possibility that dogs could be trained to detect molds.  Bill founded Mold Dog, a subsidiary of the Florida Canine Academy, to train and certify mold-detecting dogs.  Bill has been a leader in the field of canine training since 1989 when he was the first person to attend the Maine State Police Canine Academy in Accelerant Detection.  Bill is the author of the only published book on accelerant detection canines and was the founding president of the Canine Accelerant Detection Association as well as the International Termite Detector Dog Association, which are both international organizations.  Bill has been featured on numerous shows, including several segments on the Animal Planet and The Discovery Channel.
Key Takeaways:
How are the dogs protected from any potential harm? What safeguards are put in place to keep the dogs healthy? How are dogs identified to become part of the training program? What is the training program for a mold dog? How many different types of mold can the dogs detect? Are the dogs able to identify Actinobacteria or endotoxins? What is the experience of a mold dog inspection? Can the dogs sense mold in an attic or crawlspace? Do appliances need to be moved to optimize the inspection? How often are dehumidifiers a source of mold exposure? Could there be false negatives or false positives? What should be done in the home in advance of the dog's visit to prepare for the inspection? How many issues does a mold dog alert on in an average inspection? Connect With My Guest: 
http://Mold-Dog.com
Interview Date:
March 18, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode199.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn about the role of DNA adducts in chronic health conditions.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Werner Vosloo.   Werner Vosloo, ND is a Naturopathic and Homeopathic Physician who focuses on and has a passion for helping people with chronic conditions heal through the use of natural and integrated medicine.  In 2010, he started Restorative Health Clinic in Portland, Oregon, which has become a place of healing and hope for patients with multi-symptom chronic conditions.  Wanting to improve treatment outcomes and decrease treatment time, Dr. Vosloo opened Restore BioClinic in St George, Utah in 2018.  In this dry, warm, and sunny climate, Dr. Vosloo created an environment where optimal healing can occur.
Key Takeaways:
What is the role of environmental toxicant exposure in chronic illness? What is a DNA adduct? How closely is condition severity correlated with the level of DNA adducts? How are DNA adducts tested for? How do DNA adducts affect gene expression? What DNA adducts are more commonly observed? Can DNA adducts be both exogenous and endogenous? Can implanted medical devices lead to DNA adducts? Do DNA adducts drive the Cell Danger Response? What treatment strategies can be used to remove DNA adducts from the body? What is the role of mental and emotional factors in the retention of DNA adducts? Connect With My Guest: 
http://RestoreBioClinic.com
Related Resources:
Return Healthy
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Interview Date:
March 8, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode198.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclosure: 
BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of ReturnHealthy.com. 
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn the role of Toxoplasmosis in chronic illness and approaches for addressing it.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Eboni Cornish.   Eboni Cornish, MD, a highly regarded  physician, provides integrative medicine services to a diverse global patient community.  Currently serving as the Functional Medicine Director of the Amen Clinic East Coast Division, she specializes in autoimmune diseases, Lyme disease, environmental toxicity, gut imbalances, neurology and various other chronic conditions.  Employing a holistic approach, Dr. Cornish identifies the root causes of health issues within the body’s biological systems, offering comprehensive treatment to adults and children. Her treatment philosophy is integrative and evidence-based.  Within Amen Clinics, Dr. Cornish has been instrumental in developing the Neuroinflammatory Intensive program—a two-week inpatient initiative addressing neurological complications arising from chronic infectious diseases, Lyme disease, mold illness, and other chronic inflammatory conditions including SPECT imaging.  Dr. Cornish’s educational journey includes earning honors at Brown University for her undergraduate studies and obtaining her medical degree from Brown University Medical School. She further refined her skills through a family medicine residency at Georgetown University.  As a Howard Hughes Medical Fellow, Dr. Cornish conducted translational research at the National Human Genome Research Institute NIH, working under Francis Collins, MD, PhD.   She currently serves as the Treasurer of the board for the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society and a fellow of the Institute of Functional Medicine. 
Key Takeaways:
What symptoms present in those with Toxoplasmosis? What conditions might Toxoplasma contribute to? How prevalent is Toxoplasma? How do people acquire Toxoplasma? What role do cats play in the transmission of Toxoplasma? Can Toxoplasma be transmitted by ticks? What are the best methods for testing for Toxoplasma? What is observed in these patients using SPECT scans? Does mold exposure potentially make Toxoplasma worse? Can Toxoplasma be a trigger for mast cells? How important is immune modulation as part of a treatment protocol? What pharmaceutical and natural options have been most helpful for treating those with Toxoplasma? Is there a place for homeopathy or frequency medicine? What is the connection between Toxoplasma and calcification? How important is limbic system retraining in these patients? Connect With My Guest: 
http://AmenClinics.com
Interview Date:
February 23, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode197.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority. 

Why You Should Listen: 
In this episode, you will learn about lipid therapies and the importance of healthy lipid balance in optimizing cellular health.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Justine Stenger.  Justine Stenger received her degree from the University of Alberta in Nutrition and Physical education.  She proceeded to pursue a Holistic Nutrition/Therapeutic Chef certification from Bauman College.  Justine has completed her Functional Medicine training through the Institute for Functional Medicine.  Justine is a trained Bredesen (ReCODE) practitioner and specializes in cell membrane medicine and works primarily with patients who suffer with neurological conditions, mast cell activation syndrome, Lyme disease, and autoimmune disease.  Justine has worked beside Dr. Bruce Hoffman for the past 10 years and has supported hundreds of Dr. Hoffman's chronic, complex illness patients nutritionally.
Key Takeaways:
What factors lead to poor health of cellular membranes? What tests can be run to explore cellular health? What is an optimal balance of Omega 6 to Omega 3? Are fish oils bad? What information does the Red Cell Fatty Acid Analysis convey? Are seed oils bad? Which cell membranes are supported with phospholipids? Do healthy lipids act as an "oil change" for our cells? Can lipid therapies move one out of the Cell Danger Response? What is the connection between PC, bile flow, and SIBO? Do phospholipids modulate cholesterol? What is the difference between PC derived from soy vs. sunflower? Might plasmalogens be synergistic with PC? What is a DNA adduct? What is IGL testing? How do TUDCA and butyrate fit into the cellular wellness discussion? Connect With My Guest: 
http://JustineStenger.ca
Related Resources:
BodyBio
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Interview Date:
February 5, 2024
Transcript:
To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode196.
Additional Information:
To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com.
Disclosure: 
BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of BodyBio.
Disclaimer: 
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.