Lyme Insider by Dr. Tom Moorcroft

Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Integrative Medicine Specialist
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Lyme Insider by Dr. Tom Moorcroft

The Lyme Insider podcast, hosted by Dr. Tom Moorcroft, DO, delves into the complexities (and mysteries) of chronic Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, aiming to challenge the status quo and illuminate the murky areas of medical research and clinical practice. The show commits to questioning and learning from top scientific minds, translating complex research into actionable knowledge for medical professionals and patients alike. By engaging with leading experts, the podcast seeks to refine diagnostic and treatment approaches while maintaining a commitment to scientific integrity and patient-centered care, promising listeners insightful discussions informed by science and experience.

  1. OCT 7

    Demystifying Lyme Disease Testing with Dr. Joe Burrascano, MD

    In this episode of The Lyme Insider, we sit down with Dr. Joe Burrascano, MD, a leading expert in Lyme disease testing, to discuss the complexities of diagnosing Lyme disease and its co-infections. This interview dives deep into the challenges faced by patients and healthcare professionals alike, as we explore the latest advancements in testing technologies, how co-infections affect diagnosis, and the impact of the immune system on chronic Lyme disease. Key Discussion Points: Common Misconceptions in Lyme Disease Testing Why Lyme testing is often misunderstood by both patients and healthcare providers, and the importance of education in improving diagnosis accuracy. Limitations of Early Lyme Disease Strains How the original Lyme strain, B31, isolated from a tick, may not represent all cases of Lyme disease across the country, leading to potential diagnostic gaps. The Challenge of Co-Infections The role of co-infections like Babesia and Bartonella in complicating both diagnosis and treatment, and what patients should be aware of when they receive Lyme disease testing. Indirect vs. Direct Testing Methods A breakdown of the differences between indirect tests (which measure immune response) and direct tests (which detect the organism), and how doctors should decide which test is appropriate. How Antibody Levels Change During Treatment A look at how Lyme disease treatment can alter antibody levels over time, and what these changes reveal about a patient’s progress and infection status. The Importance of Recombinant Technology in Testing How advancements like recombinant technology are improving the accuracy of Lyme disease testing, overcoming the shortcomings of traditional methods like the ELISA and Western blot. The Immune System's Role in Chronic Lyme Disease Exploring the immune response in chronic Lyme patients and how newer tests like IGXSpot, which measure T-cell activity, provide a clearer picture of these patients’ conditions. Testing During Symptom Flares Why testing during Lyme disease symptom flares or treatment pauses can often yield more accurate results, and the science behind these recommendations. New Technologies for Early Lyme Detection How cutting-edge tests from iGenex are changing the landscape of early Lyme detection, and why early diagnosis is crucial for better patient outcomes. Personalized Lyme Treatment Based on Testing How to tailor Lyme disease treatment plans according to specific test results, particularly for patients dealing with chronic Lyme or multiple co-infections. Guest Bio: Dr. Burrascano is an expert in Lyme disease research and testing, with years of experience in diagnosing and treating tick-borne illnesses. They have worked closely with iGenex to advance Lyme disease testing technologies and provide better diagnostic tools for healthcare professionals and patients alike. Key Takeaways for Listeners: Understanding why Lyme disease testing can be complex and how to navigate through the different options available. The importance of co-infections in Lyme disease diagnosis and treatment. How new testing methods and technologies are improving the accuracy of Lyme disease diagnosis. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the latest advancements in Lyme disease testing and how to approach diagnosis and treatment more effectively.

    1h 22m

  2. JUL 3

    Unveiling the Hidden Parasite: Dr. Eboni Cornish on Chronic Illness

    In this episode of the Lyme Insider, Dr. Tom Moorcroft is joined by Dr. Eboni Cornish as they discuss the often-overlooked parasite, Toxoplasma gondii, and its implications for chronic infections and neuropsychiatric symptoms. They explore the role of toxoplasmosis in various chronic illnesses, including tick-borne diseases, and delve into Dr. Cornish's clinical practice at the Amen Clinic. They emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis using spec scans and brain imaging to tailor treatment approaches. Dr. Cornish shares insights into innovative diagnostics, including oral microbiome testing and personalized treatments for neuroinflammation. The episode also highlights Dr. Cornish's dedication to finding the root cause of health issues and providing effective therapies for recovery. 00:00 Introduction to the Elusive Parasite 00:10 Meet Dr. Eboni Cornish 00:34 Understanding Toxoplasma Gondii 00:48 Neuropsychiatric Symptoms and Infections 01:30 Diving into Diagnosis and Treatment 02:02 Live from the MAPS Conference 02:42 Clinical Insights and Practices 03:40 Exploring Oral Infections 04:26 The Role of Neuroimaging 06:06 Innovative Treatment Approaches 12:28 The Importance of Oral and Nasal Health 19:21 Addressing Perianal Strep 21:40 Exploring Liposomal Formulations 22:43 Balancing Testing and Treatment 24:45 The Role of Clinical Diagnosis 30:21 Integrating Conference Learnings 32:50 Personalized Patient Care 36:02 The Importance of Basics in Treatment 41:09 Innovative Programs and Final Thoughts

    47 min

  3. JUL 3

    Understanding Video Game Addiction with Dr. Koichi Tanji

    In this episode of the Lime Insider, Dr. Tom Moorcroft discusses video game addiction with Dr. Koichi Tanji, a naturopathic physician and addiction specialist. The conversation covers the signs and symptoms of video game addiction, its potential impacts, and similarities with substance abuse. They discuss strategies for identifying and treating gaming addiction, the risks involved, and how to foster healthier relationships with technology. The episode emphasizes the importance of awareness and offers insights into managing screen time for both children and adults. 00:00 Introduction to Video Game Addiction 00:38 Meet Dr. Koichi Tanji: From Boxer to Addiction Specialist 01:11 The Rise of Screen Time and Its Consequences 02:17 The Importance of Addressing Video Game Addiction 06:17 Understanding the Symptoms of Gaming Addiction 09:20 The Psychology Behind Gaming Addiction 12:53 The Dangers of Unsupervised Internet Access 18:17 Strategies for Managing Gaming Addiction 21:58 Impact of COVID on Screen Time 22:24 Pandemic Screen Time Statistics 23:43 Understanding Gaming Addiction 24:36 Treatment Approaches for Gaming Addiction 26:59 Parental Guidance and Healthy Coping Skills 30:34 The Importance of Boredom and Creativity 35:08 Final Thoughts and Future Conversations

    40 min

  4. APR 23

    The Mind-Blowing Truth About Bartonella Most Doctors Don't Know | With Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt

    Summary Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt discusses his interest in Bartonella research and the challenges associated with studying this bacteria. He explains the discovery of Bartonella and its unique aspects, including the various vectors and modes of transmission. The prevalence of Bartonella and the challenges in diagnosing the infection are also discussed. Dr. Breitschwerdt highlights the difficulties in testing and diagnosing chronic Bartonella infections and the use of digital PCR for more accurate detection. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the pathophysiology of chronic Bartonella infection. The conversation explores the challenges in accurately diagnosing Bartonella infections and the differences in results from different labs. It highlights the importance of using the correct isolates of the organism for testing and the prevalence of different strains. ThKe discussion also touches on the phenomenon of patients stopping the production of antibodies to Bartonella and the interplay between acute and chronic infections. The conversation emphasizes the need for better diagnostic tests and the development of a vaccine to protect animals and humans from Bartonella infections.   Takeaways Bartonella is a complex bacteria with various vectors and modes of transmission. Diagnosing Bartonella infection, especially chronic cases, can be challenging. Digital PCR is a promising tool for more accurate detection of Bartonella. Chronic Bartonella infection can lead to a range of symptoms and recrudescence. Different labs may use different isolates of Bartonella, leading to different results in testing. Patients may stop producing antibodies to Bartonella, making serology testing less reliable. Exposure to Bartonella species is common, and many individuals may be asymptomatic carriers. Bartonella infections may contribute to a spectrum of neurologic and neuropsychiatric diseases. The development of a diagnostic test and a vaccine for Bartonella are important goals for future research.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:42 Interest in Bartonella Research 05:38 Challenges and Unique Aspects of Bartonella 08:37 Transmission of Bartonella 11:11 Vectors and Transmission to Humans 14:58 Prevalence of Bartonella and Challenges in Diagnosis 29:35 Chronic Bartonella Infection and Recrudescence 32:20 Pathophysiology of Chronic Bartonella Infection 36:06 Diagnostic Challenges and Digital PCR 41:13 Challenges in Accurate Diagnosis 42:02 Different Results from Different Labs 42:16 Different Isolates of the Organism 43:42 Prevalence of Bartonella Henselae Strains 44:41 Patients Stop Making Antibodies 45:56 Interplay Between Acute and Chronic Infections 46:45 Serofast State in Bartonella Henselae 47:21 Exposure to Bartonella Species 48:19 Testing Blood Donors for Bartonella 49:47 Role of Bartonella in Neurologic Diseases 52:43 Symptoms of Bartonella Infection 54:03 Understanding Bartonella on a Cellular Basis 57:34 Developing a Diagnostic Test for Bartonella 01:00:09 Vaccine Target for Bartonella 01:11:44 Protecting the Human-Animal Bond 01:18:03 Future Goals: Diagnostic Test and Vaccine Dr. Ed Breitschwerdt, DVM , DACVIM Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt and his work at NC State University Learn more about Dr. Breitschwerdt’s work at Galaxy Diagnostics Donate to the NC State Bartonella/Vector Borne Research Fund    Tom Moorcroft, DO Learn more about Dr. Tom’s Lyme Disease Practitioner Training program.

    1h 23m

  5. MAR 12

    Advancements in Babesia Research and Clinical Implications | With Dr. Choukri Ben Mamoun and Dr. Tim Sellati

    Summary In this conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Choukri Ben Mamoun and Dr. Tim Sellati to discuss Dr. Ben Mamoun’s recent study on the use of combination therapy for the treatment of Babesia infection entitled: Tafenoquine-Atovaquone Combination Achieves Radical Cure and Confers Sterile Immunity in Experimental Models of Human Babesiosis.  We explore the key findings of the study, including the use of immunocompromised mouse models and the potential for long-lasting immunity. The conversation also delves into the importance of understanding the differences between tick-borne infections and the challenges of translating research findings into clinical practice. The discussion highlights the need for further research on dosing and the therapeutic index of different drugs. Overall, the conversation provides valuable insights into the current understanding of Babesia treatment and the potential for future advancements. The conversation covers topics such as combination therapy and resistance, dormant parasites and relapse, terminology and immunocompromised, immune dysregulation and cold exposure, diagnostic testing for Babesia, improving diagnostic testing, and the goal of helping patients.   Key Takeaways Combination therapy with tafenoquine and atovaquone has shown promising results in the treatment of Babesia infection. Immunocompromised mouse models are valuable tools for studying the efficacy of different treatments. Understanding the differences between tick-borne infections is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Further research is needed to determine optimal dosing and the therapeutic index of different drugs for Babesia treatment. Recrudescence and treatment failure are important considerations in Babesia treatment.  Combination therapy can reduce the probability of resistance in parasites. Dormant parasites may be responsible for relapse in Babesia infections. The terminology used in scientific research may differ from the general public's understanding. Factors like sleep, stress, and nutrition can contribute to immunocompromised states. Diagnostic testing for Babesia needs improvement to reduce false negatives and false positives. The ultimate goal is to help patients get better by finding the right diagnosis and treatment. There is a need for collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and patients to advance the understanding and treatment of tick-borne infections.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 03:00 The Study and Key Findings 06:35 Understanding the Research and Clinical Implications 11:56 The Importance of Animal Models 14:43 Immunocompromised Mouse Models 23:22 Differences Between Tick-Borne Infections 26:34 Combination Therapy: Tafenoquine and Atovaquone 32:26 Dosing and Therapeutic Index 36:48 Artemisinin as a Treatment Option 46:20 Recrudescence and Treatment Failure 48:23 Combination Therapy and Resistance 50:24 Dormant Parasites and Relapse 53:18 Terminology and Immunocompromised 56:15 Immune Dysregulation and Cold Exposure 59:14 Diagnostic Testing for Babesia 01:03:22 Improving Diagnostic Testing 01:12:12 The Goal of Helping Patients 01:20:22 Caring and Finding the Truth   Link to the paper we discussed: Tafenoquine-Atovaquone Combination Achieves Radical Cure and Confers Sterile Immunity in Experimental Models of Human Babesiosis - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38169301/   Learn More About My Guests: Choukri Ben Mamoun, PhD - Professor of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and of Microbial Pathogenesis; Affiliated Faculty, Yale Institute for Global Health https://medicine.yale.edu/profile/choukri-benmamoun/   Timothy Sellati, PhD - Chief Scientific Officer, Global Lyme Alliance https://www.globallymealliance.org/   Learn more about Dr. Tom’s Lyme Disease Practitioner Training program.

    1h 25m

  6. 11/11/2021

    Why So Many Kids Are Picky Eaters and What to Do About It | With Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Full Cup Life

    Why So Many Kids Are Picky Eaters and What to Do About It Katie Kimball is an author, entrepreneur, teacher of a Wall Street Journal recommended online cooking class, and a mother of four. She explains how to deal with picky eaters, and get kids to willingly eat healthy foods. In conversation with Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Katie explains how to get kids to develop a healthy relationship with food, and in turn, grow into independent, resilient adults. Find the inspiration you need for your picky eater at home.   Top Tips It is not the job of parents to get their kids to eat. By removing the stress and control over the whole process of eating, parents can help picky eaters eat healthy, whole foods. Sensory overload and environmental toxins around us are often the reasons why kids are so fussy about the food they will eat and not eat.  Give kids choice, control, and agency to help them develop a healthy relationship with food. Getting kids into the kitchen is a good way to get them interested in food. Let kids cook, and experiment with different foods and textures to get them invested in the process of cooking. Kids should be allowed to handle age-appropriate kitchen tools, even knives. It is especially important to get boys involved in the process of cooking, for parents to bring up healthy, independent, self-reliant individuals. Dr. Tom Moorcroft’s Full Cup Life Podcast has benefitted numerous people, helping them achieve greatness and supercharge healing. Don’t miss this enlightening and uplifting chat with Katie Kimball about kids, food, parenting, and all the associated challenges.   Need a guide on your journey to health and wellbeing? Contact Dr. Tom Moorcroft, specialist in treating mystery illnesses, to get on the path to holistic healing and happiness.   https://www.originsofhealth.com/ support@tommoorcroft.com   #drtommoorcroft #tommoorcroft #fullcuplife #foodissues #pickyeater #pickyeaters #katiekimball #sensoryprocessing #relationshipwithfood #foodsensitivities #experimentwithfood #criticalthinking #kidscooking #cookingclasses #healthykids   Katie Kimball The national voice of healthy kids cooking, is a blogger, TEDx speaker, former teacher, and mom of 4 kids who founded the Kids Cook Real Food eCourse, recommended by The Wall Street Journal in 2020 as the best online cooking class for kids. Her blog, Kitchen Stewardship helps families stay healthy without going crazy, and she’s on a mission to connect families around healthy food and teach every child to cook as part of the Kids' Meal Revolution.    More about Katie

    46 min

  7. 10/07/2021

    Hack Yourself with Proven Culture Hacks: In Conversation with Robert Richman

    Hack Yourself with Proven Culture Hacks: In Conversation with Robert Richman In this episode of Full Cup Life, Dr. Tom Moorcroft speaks to Robert Richman who used to be the culture strategist at Zappos and co-founded Zappos Insights. Robert reveals some of the life mantras that have helped him grow and shares how he now inspires leaders to achieve greater success. Find out more about the Xpill Experience, about changing mindsets and achieving your goals. Listen now to get inspired to make the changes required to live your best life.   Top Tips Robert Richman was the culture strategist at Zappos and co-founded Zappos Insights. He speaks to Dr. Tom Moorcroft about leadership, life, success, feedback, and about training leaders to achieve mindset changes and move beyond blockages. Xpill is something that Robert Richman came up with, essentially like an open-labeled placebo designed to help people find their passion and align their actions to their goals. A real leader is one who listens to others first and speaks last. This is the best way to understand the feelings and capabilities of people and to effectively assign work, and delegate. When we speak about going out of the comfort zone, this is about being uncomfortable with something unfamiliar but not to the point of being overwhelmed. That is the point where it can become counterproductive. Getting feedback isn't about hearing only positive things from people. It is about hearing what one doesn’t want to hear. Only when one expresses the negative can they communicate the positive effectively. Dr. Tom Moorcroft’s Full Cup Life Podcast has benefitted numerous people, helping them achieve greatness and supercharge healing. Don’t miss this enlightening and uplifting chat with Robert Richman about life, leadership, goals, success, and everything in between.   https://www.originsofhealth.com/ support@tommoorcroft.com    the placebo effect how does the placebo effect work how to use the placebo effect what is the placebo effect Robert Richman how to succeed in business how to succeed in life ways to succeed in life how do I find my passion in life find your passion   #fullcuplife #successgoals #successmindset #successformula #powerofplacebo #xpill #placeboeffect #empoweryourself #findyourpurpose #mindsetshift #comfortzone #goalsetting #abundancemindset #manifestingabundance     Robert Richman https://robertrichman.com/   Robert Richman is a culture hacker and was Culture Strategist at Zappos. He co-created Zappos Insights, an innovative program focused on educating companies on the secrets behind Zappos’ amazing employee culture.   Together with CEO Tony Hsieh, Robert built Zappos Insights from a small website to a thriving multi-million dollar business teaching over 25,000 students per year. Through his work, Robert has been helpful in improving the employee culture at hundreds of companies.   As one of the world’s authorities on employee culture, Robert is a sought-after keynote speaker at conferences around the world and has been hired to teach culture in person at companies like Google, Toyota, and Eli Lilly. He has pioneered a number of innovative techniques to build culture, such as bringing improv comedy to the workplace.   Robert graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in film, as well as from Georgetown University’s Leadership Coaching Program. He is a member of the Transformational Leadership Council, and he is based out of San Diego (though he’s on the speaking tour most of the time).

    1h 19m

  8. 07/22/2021

    Motivational Speaker Norman Gräter Speaks To Dr. Tom Moorcroft on Life, Love, Success

    Life, Love, Success https://samara-health.mykajabi.com/offers/zrbgwLyS Dr. Tom Moorcroft speaks to motivational and keynote speaker Norman Gräter in this episode of Full Cup Life. Check out this fascinating chat about the most effective ways to reach life goals and to enhance the experience of that journey. Find out why it’s important to be in the moment and to commit to it fully, and get inspired to never lower your standards, but to expect others to rise to the expectations and standards you set. Listen now!   Top Tips   The uncomfortable and unpleasant things in life are not necessarily bad or unnecessary. In fact, it is these things that give us a keener appreciation for all the good there is in life, and we benefit from understanding the contrast between the two.   Assumption determines experience. Our assumptions have the power to predict and even actualize goals. If you assume that which you desire, the future becomes the present and your assumption will be fulfilled.   We may think that the Universe failed to deliver the gifts that we expected from it, but the Universe will deliver. It may not deliver in the form you expect and it may not deliver exactly when you think it should, but it will deliver -- if only one can learn to recognize them.   One's focus should not be fixed on the result. The focus should be upon developing a reality we can inhabit and this will free us up to many results and many possibilities. Be in the moment and inhabit it fully.   Develop clarity about your goals and what you want from life. Don’t lower your standards and don’t compromise on what you know you deserve. It is up to others around to come up to the level that you inhabit. Raise others up, don’t let yourself down.   Dr. Tom Moorcroft’s Full Cup Life Podcast has benefitted numerous people, helping them achieve greatness and supercharge healing. Don’t miss this enlightening and uplifting chat with Norman Gräter about life, love, success, and everything in between.   Join Dr. Tom each Tuesday morning for your weekly dose of Limitless. Learn how to access your Limitless nature through the study of some of the most profound texts and exercises ever produced. Study what Dr. Tom is studying directly with him. Change Your Mind, Change Your Results, Change Your Life! https://samara-health.mykajabi.com/offers/zrbgwLyS   ----- Norman Graeter / Gamechanger & Hero Creator  Norman is a true celebrity whisperer. During his more than 25 years as an event manager, Norman started to ask the artists he was working with, what their key to success in life might be. What started as a small talk, ended in a self-experiment. Up to today, Norman has spoken to over 400 celebrities like Michelle Obama, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Hillary Clinton, and Sylvester Stallone about their success secret for life. He took all their wisdom and tried it successfully on himself.  Today, besides being a three-time European champion in public speaking, Norman is a multi award-winning motivational keynote speaker and mindset coach. Companies such as PayPal, DACHSER, Bosch, Viessmann, and many others trust his expertise when it comes to goal achievement and mindset. Norman also wanted to share his knowledge and experience in a life-changing arena show that he prepared for six years. 12 days before the premiere, COVID-19 hit, and everything had to be canceled. Out of this huge setback, Norman came out stronger than ever before. Currently, he is working with a multi award-winning Hollywood Producer to bring his inspirational journey onto the big screen very soon. Stay tuned for more of Norman Graeter, the hero creator.  Receive your five free gifts for your own celebrity mindset at www.celebmindset.com or visit his German page at www.norman-graeter.com  #fullcuplife #loveandfear #beingkind #beinthemoment #appreciatecontrast #dreamsbecomereality #fulfilldesire #openyourheart #visionboar

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The Lyme Insider podcast, hosted by Dr. Tom Moorcroft, DO, delves into the complexities (and mysteries) of chronic Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses, aiming to challenge the status quo and illuminate the murky areas of medical research and clinical practice. The show commits to questioning and learning from top scientific minds, translating complex research into actionable knowledge for medical professionals and patients alike. By engaging with leading experts, the podcast seeks to refine diagnostic and treatment approaches while maintaining a commitment to scientific integrity and patient-centered care, promising listeners insightful discussions informed by science and experience.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Tom Moorcroft, Integrative Medicine Specialist
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
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    ©2024 Samara Health LLC.
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