As discussed in prior articles, Cholestyramine (CSM) and Colesevelam (Welchol) are the only binders that have data to support their use in CIRS patients. These are the only binders that are part of the Shoemaker Protocol for CIRS. They are...
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The Brain-CIRS Connection
[caption id="attachment_190" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Brain[/caption] There is a huge relationship between Biotoxin Illness (CIRS) and multiple brain disorders. The neuro-cognitive symptoms of CIRS are 35% of the total symptoms. These symptoms include cognitive decline (brain fog), mood disorders, headaches and...
Hurricane Ian Update
Southwest and Central Florida were devastated by Hurricane Ian. As a result, there are thousands of homes that have been flooded and are now water damaged buildings (WDBs). While many will not be habitable, there are many people that are...
Not all Binders are created equal
The cornerstones of the treatment plan for CIRS are to remove yourself from exposure and start a binder to remove the Biotoxins. I am told all of the time that a patient has been on charcoal or some other binder...
Getting out of exposure is the critical step to healing from CIRS
After 15 years and treating over a thousand CIRS patients, I can tell you with certainty that the biggest obstacle to getting patients well is neglecting step 1, removing yourself from exposure. This is the same problem for every doctor...
Are you living or working in a toxic soup?
Imagine that you are going to make a big pot of soup. You empty your freezer and refrigerator of all of your leftovers and wind up with 30 different ingredients, all simmering together in water. At the end, it will...
Immune system support to prevent viral infections
The following have been studied extensively for antiviral properties or promoting immune system defense against viruses like COVID-19: Vitamin D3 is key to protection. It is more than a vitamin, more like a hormone. It helps regulate everything. Need blood level at least 60. If...
Defeating Pain with Lifestyle Changes, Part 2
In my last article, we discussed how inflammation causes pain, and the bad things we do that increase inflammation, so that we can avoid them and decrease the pain. Now, let's look at some things you can do to reduce...
Defeating Pain with Lifestyle Changes, Part 1
Our specialty medical practice is dedicated to helping our patients defeat their pain. We work hard to treat you, and give you the tools you need to treat the conditions causing your pain, so that you can return to life....
Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
Are you suffering from debilitating pain all over (Fibromyalgia), fatigue (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), an autoimmune disorder, leaky gut, brain fog and other problems, while the routine tests that your doctor or specialist runs keep coming back negative? Join me this...