Lyme, Alpha-Gal & Co-Infections: A Functional Medicine Approach
Release Date: 05/11/2026
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info_outline🎙️ Lyme, Alpha-Gal & Co-Infections: A Functional Medicine Approach | Podcast #476
📅 Schedule a FREE Consult: http://www.justinhealth.com/free-consultation
📘 The Thyroid Reboot Book: http://www.thyroidreboot.com
Tick season brings questions that go well beyond the bite itself. In this episode, Dr. Justin Marchegiani and functional medicine practitioner Evan Brand explore Lyme disease, tick-borne co-infections like Bartonella and Babesia, and the growing conversation around alpha-gal syndrome — discussing how gut health, mold exposure, and adrenal function may each play a role in how the body responds to tick exposure and what a comprehensive functional medicine evaluation may include.
💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ What Lyme, Bartonella, and Babesia co-infections are — and the symptoms that may go unrecognized by standard testing
✅ How alpha-gal syndrome may develop after a lone star tick bite and what lab markers may help identify it
✅ Why gut health and immune resilience may matter as much as any tick-specific protocol
✅ Safe tick removal techniques and what to do immediately after a bite, including topical clay application
✅ Immune-supporting herbs including astragalus, reishi, and cat's claw — and how they are framed in functional practice
✅ Low-toxicity repellent options like picaridin and why prevention strategies may vary depending on your environment
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📚 References:
Commins SP et al. found that delayed allergic reactions to red meat were associated with IgE antibodies specific to galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose, providing early clinical documentation of what is now commonly referred to as alpha-gal syndrome. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19070355/
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your licensed healthcare provider regarding any personal medical concerns. If you experience a severe allergic reaction or acute tick-related symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately.
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