Episode #3 – Decoding Lyme Disease, Food Sensitivities, and Thyroid Health

Summary

In this engaging episode of the Holistic Health Hour with Dr. Kevin Conners, listeners are taken on a deep dive into holistic health practices, focusing on key health concerns like Lyme disease diagnosis, the effectiveness of DNA connections tests, and the intricacies of Cyrex testing for food sensitivities and autoimmune diseases. Dr. Conners also sheds light on comprehensive thyroid testing, addressing thyroid issues beyond the standard TSH test by exploring T3, T4, and antibody testing. Additionally, he discusses the significance of serum ferritin levels, the role of copper in relation to iron regulation, and offers cautionary advice on mineral supplementation. This episode is packed with invaluable insights for anyone seeking to understand their health from a holistic viewpoint, emphasizing the importance of targeted testing and the careful consideration of supplements in managing and diagnosing health conditions.

Recommended Products

• Detox Course
• Autoimmune Course
• Lyme Lab Test – DNA Connexions
• Cyrex Array 7x – Neurological Autoimmune Reactivity Screen
• Cu-RE Your Fatigue: The Root Cause and How To Fix It On Your Own

Outline of Episode

Lyme Disease: Diagnosis and Testing

• Introduction to Lyme disease and its symptoms.
• Detailed discussion on the DNA Connections test for Lyme disease.
  • Advantages of using the DNA Connections test.
  • Explanation of how the test works and what it detects.

Understanding Food Sensitivities: The Role of Cyrex Testing

• Explanation of food sensitivities and their impact on health.
• Overview of Cyrex testing and its specificity for detecting food sensitivities and autoimmune diseases.
• The importance of Cyrex Array 7x for detecting neuronal antibodies.

Thyroid Health: Comprehensive Testing Approach

• The significance of thyroid health in overall well-being.
• Breakdown of the thyroid panel tests, including TSH, T3, T4, reverse T3, and TPO antibodies.
• Discussion on the limitations of TSH testing and the need for a comprehensive approach.

The Intricacies of Mineral Supplementation and Serum Ferritin Levels

• Exploration of serum ferritin levels and their health implications.
• The critical role of copper in iron regulation and the potential risks of copper supplementation.
  • Discussion on Maury Robbins’ research and the “Copper Cure for Fatigue”.
  • Caution against excessive copper intake and the importance of balanced mineral supplementation.