BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts

Scott Forsgren, FDN-P
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BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts

BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts is the result of Scott's personal journey through Lyme disease and mold illness. Throughout his more than 26 years of recovering his health, Scott was fortunate enough to be introduced to many experts and healers in the health arena. Some of his mentors have included Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD, Neil Nathan, MD, Jill Crista, ND, Simon Yu, MD, Dale Bredesen, MD, Amy Derksen, ND, Raj Patel, MD, and many more. BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts are conversations with many of these experts on topics such as: Lyme disease and coinfections (such as Bartonella and Babesia), mold and mycotoxin illness (CIRS), CFS/ME, PANS/PANDAS, autism, Alzheimer's, parasites, microbiome, detoxification, limbic system, emotional health, and much more. Follow Scott, the Better Health Guy, as he empowers your better health!

  1. Episode #207: Hypercoagulation with Ruth Kriz, MSN, APRN

    NOV 5

    Episode #207: Hypercoagulation with Ruth Kriz, MSN, APRN

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about the important role of hypercoagulation in chronic illness.  About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Ruth Kriz.  Utilizing her functional medicine background as well as experience in microbiology and teaching pharmacology, Ruth Kriz, MSN, APRN has spent the majority of her professional career as a Nurse Practitioner working with Chronic UTI and Interstitial Cystitis patients; as well as those dealing with hypercoagulation.  Her practice expanded to patients from almost all the states in the US as well as from 35 countries who came to her seeking answers beyond symptom management.  Through molecular testing, an understanding of the genetics common to these patients, and an understanding of how genetics contributes to chronic infection, hypercoagulation, and biofilms, she has been able to very successfully treat this population.  These factors have broad implications for other chronic infections (sinus, prostate, ear infections, wounds, etc.) as well as fibromyalgia, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions in which hypercoagulation and biofilms are an important contributor.  She has closed her medical practice, but she reinvented as a consultant to help practitioners learn how to utilize her approach for curing these patients and currently is working with MicroGenDX. Key Takeaways: What are the symptoms and conditions associated with hypercoagulation? Why is the "fibrinolytic pathway" a better term than "hypercoagulation"? What genetic predispositions are involved in coagulation disorders? Can hypercoagulation be treated naturally or are pharmaceutical interventions required? What is the role of vitamin K in coagulation? How might long-term antibiotics for chronic Lyme disease contribute to coagulation issues? What is the difference between fibrin and a biofilm? What are some of they key labs to explore in order to assess for the potential of hypercoagulation? Are statin drugs contraindicated in those with high Lp(a)? What role do platelets play in the coagulation discussion? What is the connection between long COVID and biofilms? How does lumbrokinase compare to nattokinase? Why are D-Dimer and PT/PTT not ideal tests for exploring hypercoagulation? Connect With My Guest:  http://RuthKriz.com Related Resources: To review additional resources mentioned in the episode including details about the LabCorp panel, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode207. Interview Date: October 29, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode207. 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.

    1h 59m
  2. Episode #206: Thiamine and Beyond with Elliot Overton, DipCNM, CFMP

    OCT 15

    Episode #206: Thiamine and Beyond with Elliot Overton, DipCNM, CFMP

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about the role of thiamine in supporting those with various complex, chronic conditions. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Elliot Overton.  Elliot Overton, DipCNM, CFMP is a nutritionist based in France and the founder of EONutrition, a private nutritional practice.  His primary research area focuses on the clinical use of high-dose thiamine (vitamin B1) for managing chronic diseases.  Elliot frequently lectures and speaks at educational events aimed at practitioners, helping to broaden the understanding and application of thiamine in clinical settings.  He also runs the YouTube channel EONutrition and manages the website ThiamineProtocols.com, which provides clinical protocols on High Dose Thiamine that have been used by over 3,500 individuals, many of whom are healthcare practitioners treating their patients. Furthermore, he is cofounder and CEO of Objective Nutrients, a nutraceutical company specializing in excipient-free thiamine derivatives and related supplements.  Elliot’s overarching aim is to increase awareness about the benefits of thiamine through education and advocacy, striving to make this knowledge accessible to both practitioners and the general public.  Key Takeaways: What are the key components of addressing SIBO? How important is sulfate deficiency in SIBO? How might a low oxalate diet help to resolve SIBO? What is the role of therapeutic phlebotomy in high iron? What tools can be used to support those with "spikeopathies"? What are some strategies for supporting the microbiome? What symptoms or conditions might lead one to consider thiamine deficiency? What are the best approaches for testing for thiamine deficiency? What factors lead to thiamine deficiency? How might thiamine be relevant in those with a high anion gap? What are the various forms of thiamine? How might one incorporate and dose thiamine for maximum tolerance? What factors might explain paradoxical reactions? What is the role of thiamine in those with biotoxin illness? What has Elliot been doing to detoxify his own high lead levels? Might thiamine support those with EMF sensitivities? Connect With My Guest:  http://EONutrition.co.uk Related Resources: Objective Nutrients Use code BETTERHEALTH for 10% off Interview Date: October 4, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode206. Additional Information: To learn more, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclosure: BetterHealthGuy.com is an affiliate of Objective Nutrients. 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.

    2h 6m
  3. Episode #205: GENIE Testing in CIRS with Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, MD

    SEP 20

    Episode #205: GENIE Testing in CIRS with Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, MD

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about the use of GENIE testing in Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker.  Ritchie Shoemaker, MD is a recognized leader in patient care, research, and an education pioneer in the field of biotoxin related illness.  While illness acquired following exposure to the interior environment of water-damaged buildings (WDB) comprises the bulk of Dr. Shoemaker’s daily practice, other illnesses caused by exposure to biologically-produced toxins are quite similar in their “final common pathway.”  What this means is that while the illness might begin acutely with exposure to fungi, spirochetes, apicomplexans, dinoflagellates and cyanobacteria, for example, in its chronic form, each of these illnesses has similar symptoms, lab findings, and Visual Contrast Sensitivity (VCS) findings.  Taken together the inflammatory illness from each of these diverse sources is known as  Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome. Key Takeaways: What is GENIE? Is HLA-DR still relevant? What are the common triggers of CIRS?  Actinobacteria?  Endotoxins?  Mold and mycotoxins? What is hypometabolism? How does CIRS impact insulin and blood sugar? What is apoptosis? What is the role of coagulation in CIRS? Are upregulated cytokines seen in CIRS? Can GENIE identify those that may have Lyme? What are defensins? What is Ikaros? What is the role of MAP kinases in CIRS? What do Toll receptors tell us? How are B and T cells involved in CIRS? How many CIRS markers are needed in GENIE to suggest CIRS? What is the PTSD gene? How often is histamine involved? What are the cytoskeleton and microtubules?  What can be determined around the function of Treg cells? What are the recent additions to GENIE in the realm of Parkinson's disease? What has GENIE told us about MARCoNS? Connect With My Guest:  http://SurvivingMold.com Interview Date: September 11, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode205. 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.

    1h 43m
  4. Episode #204: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids with Dr. Elisa Song, MD

    AUG 12

    Episode #204: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids with Dr. Elisa Song, MD

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about integrative pediatrics and how to create whole child resilience.    About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Elisa Song.  Elisa Song, MD is a Stanford, NYU, UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and mom to 2 thriving children - and she is on a mission to revolutionize the future of children’s health.  Dr. Song is the bestselling author of the "Healthy Kids Happy Kids: An Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to Whole Child Resilience".  Dr. Song created Healthy Kids Happy Kids as an online holistic pediatric resource to help practitioners and parents bridge the gap between conventional and integrative pediatrics with an evidence-based, pediatrician-backed, mom-approved approach.  In her integrative pediatric practice, she’s helped 1000s of kids get to the root causes of their health concerns and empowered parents to help their children thrive by integrating conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils.  Dr. Song is chair of A4M’s pediatric education and has lectured around the world at leading integrative and functional medicine conferences and premier parenting events.   She has also been featured in hundreds of top podcasts, print and online media outlets, including the Wellness Mama podcast, BloomTV, Forbes, Healthline, MindBodyGreen, National Geographic, PopSugar, Parents, Motherly, Parade, Verywell Health, and New York Post. Key Takeaways: Can Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's be resolved? What role do environmental toxicants play in children's health? What are the more common patterns of GI dysbiosis? Can the fingerprint of the microbiome paint the diagnosis? When does neurotransmitter testing make sense? How important is exploring SNPs in children? What are some tools to address intestinal hyperpermeability? What is the role of autoimmunity and immune modulation in persistent conditions? What increases and decreases endotoxins or LPS in the body? Is it more important to add more good guys or to reduce the bad guys? Is kombucha a health food? How do artificial food dyes and colorings impact the microbiome? Are all seed oils bad? Which artificial sweeteners support our microbiome and which harm it? How does glyphosate impact health? Is EMF hygiene in the sleep location important? Are prebiotics feeing the bad guys as much as the good guys? What are the best tools for evaluating and treating parasites? Connect With My Guest:  http://HealthyKidsHappyKids.com Related Resources: Book: Healthy Kids, Happy Kids Interview Date: August 1, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode204. 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.

    1h 48m
  5. Episode #203: Gadolinium Deposition Disease with Dr. Richard Semelka, MD

    JUL 19

    Episode #203: Gadolinium Deposition Disease with Dr. Richard Semelka, MD

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about the role of gadolinium in chronic conditions and about the entity of Gadolinium Deposition Disease. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Richard Semelka.  Richard Semelka, MD has been in practice as a radiologist for 28 years and is a world authority in body MRI, safety in radiology, and gadolinium toxicity.  He is a leading published expert in radiology for body MRI and gadolinium toxicity and has made presentations at major meetings all over the world.  Dr. Semelka has written over 370 peer-reviewed papers and 16 text-books.  He is the first doctor to publish on the entity of Gadolinium Deposition Disease. Key Takeaways: What is gadolinium? What are the symptoms of Gadolinium Deposition Disease? Are certain populations at higher risk for GDD than others? Should gadolinium be treated before the immune priming event? How is gadolinium tested for? What is the primary route of gadolinium excretion? Are the symptoms toxigenic or immunogenic? Does gadolinium cross the blood brain barrier? Does gadolinium have an effect on the mast cells? How does gadolinium impact the mitochondria? Is there a correlation between methylation and response to gadolinium? Is supporting drainage pathways important? What are GAD removal and re-equilibration flares? How is gadolinium chelated from the body? Can glutathione be helpful in addressing gadolinium toxicity? Is there a role for sauna therapy? Connect With My Guest:  http://RichardSemelka.com Interview Date: July 10, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode203. 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.

    2h 12m
  6. Episode #202: Reversing Alzheimer's with Dr. Heather Sandison, ND

    JUN 28

    Episode #202: Reversing Alzheimer's with Dr. Heather Sandison, ND

    Why You Should Listen:  In this episode, you will learn about a toolkit to improve cognition and protect brain health from cognitive decline. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Heather Sandison.  Heather Sandison, ND is a renowned naturopathic doctor specializing in neurocognitive medicine and the founder of Solcere Health Clinic, San Diego’s premier brain optimization clinic, and Marama, the first residential memory care facility to have the goal of memory recovery.  She has dedicated her career to supporting those suffering with dementia and is the primary author of the peer reviewed research “Observed Improvement in Cognition During a Personalized Lifestyle Intervention in People with Cognitive Decline” published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.  Dr. Sandison hosts the annual online Reverse Alzheimer’s summit where she shares cutting-edge and tried-and-true insight into what is possible for those suffering with dementia.  She is excited to shatter common misconceptions about Alzheimer’s and share what she has learned about keeping your brain sharp at any age.  She is also the author of the newly released book “Reversing Alzheimer’s The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health”. Key Takeaways: What are the most common factors impacting cognitive health today? What are some of the top tools for mitigating environmental toxicity? What approaches lead to optimal microbiome diversity? What is the role of herpetic viruses in Alzheimer's? How much more important has vascular health become in the pandemic era? What are the genetic contributors to cognitive decline? Is the presence of amyloid correlation or causation? How can one more consistently remain in ketosis without dependence on exogenous ketones? Should certain people avoid saturated fats? What are some of the tools that may assist in balancing lipid dysregulation? Is there a place for limbic and vagal work in optimizing cognitive health? What are some of the common challenges preventing optimal sleep? Are all seed oils toxic? Can vegetarians and vegans optimize cognitive health without animal protein? What is the role of hypercoagulation and arterial calcification in cognitive decline? How important is reducing EMFs in reversing Alzheimer's? How can mitochondrial health be supported to optimize energy currency production? Can antimicrobial mouthwashes actually make things worse? What is the role of peptides in supporting brain health? Connect With My Guest:  http://ReversingAlzheimersBook.com Interview Date: June 18, 2024 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit https://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode202. 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.

    1h 60m
  7. Episode #201: Primal Trust with Dr. Cathleen King, DPT

    MAY 30

    Episode #201: Primal Trust with Dr. Cathleen King, DPT

    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 Get 15% off your first month with discount code BETTERHEALTH Related Resources:  eBook: How Healing Happens 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.

    1h 34m
  8. Episode #200: The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide with Dr. Neil Nathan, MD

    MAY 2

    Episode #200: The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide with Dr. Neil Nathan, MD

    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.

    2h 14m
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BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts is the result of Scott's personal journey through Lyme disease and mold illness. Throughout his more than 26 years of recovering his health, Scott was fortunate enough to be introduced to many experts and healers in the health arena. Some of his mentors have included Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD, Neil Nathan, MD, Jill Crista, ND, Simon Yu, MD, Dale Bredesen, MD, Amy Derksen, ND, Raj Patel, MD, and many more. BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts are conversations with many of these experts on topics such as: Lyme disease and coinfections (such as Bartonella and Babesia), mold and mycotoxin illness (CIRS), CFS/ME, PANS/PANDAS, autism, Alzheimer's, parasites, microbiome, detoxification, limbic system, emotional health, and much more. Follow Scott, the Better Health Guy, as he empowers your better health!

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  • Creator
    Scott Forsgren, FDN-P
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    207
  • Rating
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  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024
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    BetterHealthGuy Blogcasts

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