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This page is a collection of information on Lyme disease and other tickborne co-infections and parasitic infections (Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlichosis, Anaplasmosis, Babesia, Bartonella) as well as viral illnesses such as Epstein-Barr, HHV-6, etc.

This passed in IL last year. Hoping this passes in MO as well.
03/05/2026

This passed in IL last year. Hoping this passes in MO as well.

One Missouri representative is seeking to pass a law that would mandate the state to track and record cases of the tick-borne allergy alpha-gal syndrome.

Chronic fatigue syndrome is linked.
02/24/2026

Chronic fatigue syndrome is linked.

🌿 A Little Wellness Gift Just for You! 🌿Hey everyone! I’m excited to share a special little wellness gift with you. I ha...
02/23/2026

🌿 A Little Wellness Gift Just for You! 🌿

Hey everyone! I’m excited to share a special little wellness gift with you. I have a few of doTERRA’s VMG+ packs to share, and I’d love for you to experience how it can brighten up your daily routine.

Here’s what it can do for you:
Supports heart and brain health 🧠❤️
Boosts your energy and immune system ⚡🛡️
Helps with digestion and gut health 🌿
Promotes comfortable joints, mobility, and balanced hormones 🧘‍♀️
Enhances your skin’s glow and helps maintain a balanced mood ✨

And the best part? VMG+ is vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, and free from artificial colors, flavors, soy, dairy, and nuts. Plus, it’s delicious!

Note: This is especially for those of you who don’t have a doTERRA account yet—just a friendly way to share something new. 💚

Drop a comment below if you’d like to give it a try. I can’t wait to share this with you!

If you’re brushing and flossing but still dealing with bad breath… this might be the missing piece 👇✨ Tongue scraping ✨M...
02/21/2026

If you’re brushing and flossing but still dealing with bad breath… this might be the missing piece 👇

✨ Tongue scraping ✨

Most people don’t realize that your tongue holds onto bacteria, food debris, dead cells, and toxins — especially toward the back. That white coating you sometimes see? That’s buildup. And it can absolutely affect breath, taste, and even overall oral health.

Here’s why I love adding tongue scraping to a daily routine:

🦷 Fresher breath
The majority of bad breath bacteria live on the tongue — not your teeth.

👅 Improved taste
Removing buildup allows your taste buds to function better. Many people say food tastes brighter and more flavorful.

🦠 Reduces harmful bacteria
Less bacterial load in the mouth can support healthier gums and reduce plaque.

💎 Cleaner mouth feel
You know that just-left-the-dentist feeling? Tongue scraping helps maintain that.

🌿 Supports whole-body wellness
Your mouth is the gateway to your body. Reducing bacterial overgrowth may support digestive and immune health.

How to do it:
• Use a stainless steel or copper tongue scraper
• Gently scrape from back to front (2–3 passes)
• Rinse scraper between passes
• Do it before brushing, once daily

It takes 10 seconds. That’s it.

Once you start, you’ll never skip it again — it’s one of those “why didn’t I do this sooner?” habits.

Do you tongue scrape daily? 👇

Need a tongue scraper? Buy one here: https://amzn.to/3ZP0BsQ

02/02/2026

Burning pain with normal EMG is common in small fiber and post-infectious conditions. Learn why standard nerve tests miss this pain—and what it means.

Congenital Lyme
01/12/2026

Congenital Lyme

01/12/2026
Kidney issues
01/10/2026

Kidney issues

Weird Lyme symptoms
01/10/2026

Weird Lyme symptoms

Dementia and Lyme
01/10/2026

Dementia and Lyme

GI issues in Lyme diease
01/10/2026

GI issues in Lyme diease

Why Lyme disease disrupts gut motility and digestion, causing constipation, bloating, and GI symptoms despite normal tests.

11/20/2025

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