Borrelia: 15 Million Years Old and Possibly Infecting Dinosaurs

I found this interview of Dr. Bill Rawls to be interesting. Over time, after bumbling-around on my own, I've ended-up with philosophies similar to his.

At 7m 23s into the video, he talks about borrelia being at least 15 million years old and some speculation that the bacteria might have infected dinosaurs. (That would require one heck of a dose of Doxycycline.)

BetterHealthGuy Blogcast
Episode #4: Restoring Your Health from Lyme Disease with Dr. Bill Rawls, MD

YouTube: /youtu.be/DQwiRIFt-cI?t=7m23s
Blogcast: www.betterhealthguy.com/episode4

But, I believe the entire interview is worth a listen.

Key Takeaways

* How did Lyme disease first impact Dr. Rawls?
* How do we get exposed to Lyme?
* Why is Lyme such a big problem today?
* What are system disruptors and how do we mitigate them?
* How did Stephen Buhner's work influence Dr. Rawls?
* Is Borrelia here to make us deathly ill?
* Can we get rid of every last microbe? Do we need to?
* What is the virulence pyramid?
* What herbs are helpful in Lyme treatment?
* Are antibiotics needed in treating Lyme?
* How do you address fatigue, brain fog, low energy, and inflammation?
* What is the right diet for someone with Lyme?
* What is the role of mold in those with Lyme disease?

"...this aint your grandpappys lyme."

Clever, as always! And, true!

I agree that Scott is awesome. He seems to really care about helping others and giving back.

As for Dr. Rawls, some folks resonate with him while others feel he's ripping-off Stephen Buhner. Dr. Rawls stated he went through 10 years of Lyme illness, too, and he fully credits Buhner's work for changing his approach to treatment and finally healing.

Thanks for chiming-in, blue. I always enjoy your writing!

So Disosaurs had lyme disease or were infected with Borellia? Well, if that isn't doubling down what is? Watching the linked video, Dr. Rawls appears to have some serious neuro tremors going on, lyme? Parkinsons? Doesn't really jibe with his claims of being in great health......he also should consider the meaning of the term "virulence" before using it as he does.

The Dude Abides said...

tonesg said...
So Disosaurs had lyme disease or were infected with Borellia? Well, if that isn't doubling down what is? Watching the linked video, Dr. Rawls appears to have some serious neuro tremors going on, lyme? Parkinsons? Doesn't really jibe with his claims of being in great health......he also should consider the meaning of the term "virulence" before using it as he does.

I believe he stated there was "speculation" that dinosaurs "might" have been infected with Borrelia. I think the point was how long Borrelia has been around and not so much that dinosaurs may (or, may not) have been infected.

Hey, maybe Lyme Disease wiped-out the dinosaurs?!

I know what he stated, no need to repeat it. The point that he believes borellia has been around for perhaps millions of years was clear as crystal too. Maybe my point wasn't too clear, though another poster above my post said something similar, I believe. Whatever, if anything, was found in the ice man regarding borellia, is not likely to be the virulent Borellia many of us have been infected with, so the good Dr's point and his implications are misleading imo., and do not do justice to the challenges we on this board are facing - not to mention the challenge he appears to be facing, based on his appearance in the linked video.

Post Edited (tonesg) : 6/24/2017 3:51:36 PM (GMT-6)