BetterHealthGuy Podcast features conversations with leading experts exploring complex chronic illnesses, mold illness, chronic Lyme disease and other chronic infections, environmental toxicity, and related conditions.
After nearly 30 years navigating his own journey through chronic Lyme disease and mold illness to recover his health, Scott has been fortunate to learn from many leading experts and healers in the integrative health space.
Among those who have influenced Scott's journey are Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD; Neil Nathan, MD; Jill Crista, ND; Amy Derksen, ND; Simon Yu, MD; Dale Bredesen, MD; Lee Cowden, MD; Raj Patel, MD; and many others.
Through these conversations, Scott explores topics such as mold and mycotoxin illness (CIRS), chronic Lyme disease and coinfections, Long COVID, ME/CFS, PANS/PANDAS, autism, Alzheimer's, parasites, the microbiome, detoxification, limbic system retraining, emotional health, and much more.
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Episode #224: Nitric Oxide with Beth Shirley, RPh, CCN
Thursday, November 6, 2025 • Duration 01:52:28
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the vast role that nitric oxide plays in supporting health and strategies to increase nitric oxide.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Beth Shirley. Beth Shirley, RPh, CCN, developed an expertise as a compounding pharmacist and board-certified clinical nutritionist during a career spanning over 40 years. She has been a pioneer at the cutting edge of the evolution of what has now come to be known as "Integrative Pharmacy", the junction between traditional pharmacy and the clinical use of nutritional supplementation. Since 2009, Beth has spent time working with some of the leading thought leaders in the world of nitric oxide research and through this has developed an in-depth knowledge of the topic and its potential applications in patient care. In addition, she has worked closely with the scientific community and cutting-edge companies working on innovative nutritional ingredients and approaches for their use in a variety of life's challenges. In fact, Beth has formulated a product that was awarded the first patent on a supplement to "increase sexual desire and pleasure". She currently is the Director of Education and Research for Approved Medical Solutions, the distributor of her oxalate-free nitrate product and her Libby line of women's wellness products.
Key Takeaways:
What is nitric oxide (NO)?
What functions does NO play in the body?
What causes NO to be low?
How can NO be supported with diet?
Does NO level play a role in COVID?
What is the connection between NO and methylation?
Does NO have a role in the management of infections?
What are the two pathways through which NO is created in the body?
What is the connection between glyphosate and NO?
How can any potential downsides of increasing NO be minimized?
What is the role of NO in systemic inflammation?
How does NO impact glucose, insulin, HbA1c, metabolic syndrome, and diabetes?
What role does NO play in cardiovascular disease?
Does NO impact MCAS and histamine?
Can NO have a beneficial effect on intestinal hyperpermeability or on the microbiome?
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Disclaimer:
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
Episode #223: TOXIC and Beyond with Dr. Neil Nathan, MD
Thursday, October 9, 2025 • Duration 02:10:47
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the latest approaches to healing your body from mold toxicity, Lyme disease, and other complex, chronic health conditions.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan. Neil Nathan, MD has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and has been Board Certified in Family Practice and Pain Management and is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and a Founding Diplomate of ISEAI. He has written several books, including "Healing is Possible: New Hope for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Persistent Pain, and Other Chronic Illnesses" and "On Hope and Healing: For Those Who Have Fallen Through the Medical Cracks." He has been working to bring an awareness that mold toxicity is a major contributing factor for patients with chronic illness and lectures internationally on this subject which led to the publication of his eBook, "Mold and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment, 2016" (now updated to 2022), and then to his best-selling book "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness." 2021 saw the publication of "Energetic Diagnosis," a discussion of the value of intuition and energetic devices as an aid to both diagnosis and treatment of medical illness. In 2024, his book "The Sensitive Patient's Healing Guide" was released with a focus on how to approach the treatment of sensitive patients. And most recently, in late 2025, the second edition of his book "Toxic" was released with several years of new information and insights on healing from complex chronic conditions. Dr. Nathan has been treating chronic complex medical illnesses for 30 years now, and Lyme disease for the past 20 years. As his practice has evolved, he finds himself increasingly treating the patients who have become so sensitive and toxic that they can no longer tolerate their usual treatments, and his major current interest is in finding unique ways of helping them to recover.
Key Takeaways:
Is Long COVID the Great Unmasker?
Is POTS an underlying cause or is it a symptom?
How might the Radiance Long Hauler testing be helpful?
What supplements or botanicals may be helpful for those in a Cell Danger Response?
Episode #214: Super Gut: Part 2 with Dr. William Davis, MD
Sunday, March 9, 2025 • Duration 01:33:51
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the microbiome and how to create a Super Gut.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. William Davis. William Davis, MD is cardiologist and #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Wheat Belly series of books and, more recently, Super Gut. Recent human clinical trials that Dr. Davis conducted have revealed that it is possible to lose (fat) weight while preserving muscle, thereby preventing weight regain and enjoying improved body composition. Dr. Davis is also Chief Medical Officer at Realize Therapeutics Corp. which he co-founded to explore the new science of the microbiome to improve health and appearance, including body composition.
Key Takeaways:
What symptoms and conditions are associated with the microbiome?
What is the role of viruses, fungi, and parasites in the microbiome?
What are the best methods of testing the microbiome?
Are food sensitivities an indication of a less than optimal microbiome?
Can beneficial organisms act as psychobiotics and improve mental and emotional health?
How can we support the microbiome to better manage oxalates?
What is the role of glyphosate in damaging the microbiome?
What are some of the key organisms to consider in creating a Super Gut?
What role do prebiotics and polyphenols play in optimizing microbiome health?
What is the interplay between Akkermansia and the mucin layer?
How do we build a healthy mucin layer?
Why might long-term NAC not benefit optimal mucin and microbiome health?
What conditions does SIBO contribute to?
What are some strategies for resolving SIBO and SIFO?
What are the best approaches for testing for SIBO?
Is H. Pylori an organism that needs to be eradicated?
Do antimicrobial herbs have the potential to harm beneficial flora?
Is a low FODMAPs diet addressing the root cause?
How can one create "yogurts" at home to support an optimized microbiome?
Are the yogurts tolerated by those with MCAS?
Episode #124: Inherited Family Trauma with Mark Wolynn
Thursday, July 23, 2020 • Duration 01:18:35
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about inherited family trauma and strategies for addressing the impact of trauma on our health.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Mark Wolynn. Mark Wolynn is a leading expert on inherited family trauma. As the director of The Family Constellation Institute in San Francisco, he trains clinicians and treats people struggling with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive thoughts, self-injury, chronic pain, and persistent symptoms and conditions. As a sought-after lecturer, he teaches at hospitals, clinics, conferences, universities and teaching centers around the world, including the University of Pittsburgh, the Western Psychiatric Institute, Kripalu, The Omega Institute, The New York Open Center, 1440 Multiversity, JFK University, and The California Institute of Integral Studies. His articles have appeared in Psychology Today, Mind Body Green, MariaShriver.com, Elephant Journal, and Psych Central, and his poetry has been published in The New Yorker. His book "IT DIDN'T START WITH YOU: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle" (Viking/Penguin) was the winner of the 2016 Nautilus Book Award in psychology.
Key Takeaways:
What is inherited family trauma?
Is inherited family trauma scientifically provable?
What are the signs that might suggest inherited trauma may be a factor in a chronic illness?
Do inherited traumas act as epigenetic influencers of gene expression?
How many generations back can a trauma be inherited?
What is a Family Constellation?
Does addressing an inherited trauma involve neuroplasticity?
Is there overlap between the tools used for addressing trauma and the tools used to address the limbic system?
What is the Core Language Approach?
Can events like war or the Holocaust create societal trauma?
How can the cycle of inherited family trauma be broken?
What tools can be used to heal the trauma and move past it?
Episode #123: Hypercoagulation with Dr. Ann Corson, MD
Saturday, July 11, 2020 • Duration 01:27:23
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the role of hypercoagulation in complex, chronic illnesses such as Lyme disease and mold illness.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Ann Corson. Ann Corson, MD grew up in Southeastern Pennsylvania and obtained her MD degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA in 1982. Dr. Corson has residency training in Internal Medicine, Neurology, and Family Medicine. She has been Board Certified in the practice of Family Medicine since 1993. In 2005, she began studying and practicing Integrative Medicine and was Board Certified in Integrative Holistic Medicine in 2011. Dr. Corson became member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) in 2003. She has studied with Dr. Joe Burrascano and Dr. Charles Ray Jones. Her practice in Chester County, PA is devoted full time to the treatment of patients suffering from chronic vector borne diseases and environmental illnesses. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating these kinds of patients and is passionate about finding solutions for her patients.
Key Takeaways:
What is hypercoagulation?
What are the key symptoms of hypercoagulation?
What are the triggers and exacerbating factors for hypercoagulation?
Do genetics play a role in hypercoagulation?
Can detoxification attempts worsen hypercoagulation?
What are the three systems that control coagulation?
What factors impact platelet activation and aggregation?
What factors are involved in the formation of and degradation of fibrin?
What tests are used to explore the potential for hypercoagulation?
What is the approach to treatment for hypercoagulation?
Episode #122: Precision Mycotoxin Detoxification with Beth O'Hara FN, Emily Givler DSC, and Dr. Neil Nathan MD
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 • Duration 01:32:31
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about Precision Mycotoxin Detoxification and optimizing mycotoxin detoxification associated with mold illness.
About My Guest:
My guests for this episode are Beth O'Hara, Emily Givler, and Dr. Neil Nathan. Beth O'Hara, FN is a Functional Naturopath and Functional Genetic Analyst working with clients with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and other complex conditions. Emily Givler, DSC is a Functional Genetic Nutrition Consultant, researcher, and lecturer with a thriving clinical practice at Tree of Life Health in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Neil Nathan, MD is the author of several books including "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness" and works with patients with complex, chronic health challenges.
Key Takeaways:
Which mycotoxins are most common?
What molds produce health-impacting mycotoxins?
What is the process through which the body detoxifies itself?
How are bowel movements supported?
What are the best tools for hydrating the body at the cellular level?
How is MCAS supported as part of a detoxification protocol?
Which binders are most appropriate for specific mycotoxins?
What phase II detoxification pathways are most important for mycotoxin detoxification?
What nutrients, herbs, and foods can optimize specific phase II pathways?
How is fungal colonization approached in a treatment protocol?
What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system and limbic system in detoxification?
Episode #121: Cell Danger Response with Dr. Neil Nathan, MD
Saturday, June 13, 2020 • Duration 01:44:15
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the Cell Danger Response and explore a different perspective on recovering health from chronic illness.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Neil Nathan. Neil Nathan MD has been board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Academy of Pain Management. He is a Founding Diplomate of both the American Board of Integrative & Holistic Medicine and the International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness or ISEAI. He is the author of several books including "Toxic: Heal Your Body from Mold Toxicity, Lyme Disease, Multiple Chemical Sensitivities and Chronic Environmental Illness" and "Molds and Mycotoxins: Current Evaluation and Treatment: 2016". He is internationally recognized as a lecturer and teacher in the field of integrative medicine.
Key Takeaways:
Is the Cell Danger Response (CDR) similar in concept to the need for "rebooting"?
What are the triggers of CDR?
What are purinergic signaling and purinergic receptors?
What are the key changes that occur when we enter a CDR?
What are the various CDR states?
What treatment options are appropriate in each state?
What needs to occur to move from one CDR state to the next?
Is lab testing and exogenous supplementation at times going against the wisdom of the body?
How can the current CDR state be determined?
What metabolomic changes have been observed?
What is Suramin?
Are there natural treatment options that can help move through the CDR?
Episode #120: Peptide Therapies with Dr. William Seeds, MD
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 • Duration 01:29:39
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about the use of peptide therapies in support of those with chronic illness.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. William Seeds. William Seeds MD is a board-certified surgeon practicing medicine for over 25 years. He is the Founder and Chairman of the International Peptide Society, Faculty Developer and Lecturer of the A4M Peptide Certification Program, and leading peptide therapy researcher. He is Chief of Surgery and Orthopedic Residency Site Director for University Hospital, Conneaut. He has been honored at the NFL Hall of Fame for his medical expertise in helping professional athletes recover from their severe injuries and has served as Professional Medical Consultant for the NHL, MBL, NBA, and NBC's Dancing With The Stars. Today, he's dedicated to bringing his mission to everyone: athletes, mom, entrepreneurs, and everything in between. His mission is simple: help people feel better, operate at the highest functionality in their physical bodies, their brains, their bones, and everything in between without toxic pharmaceuticals or temporary fixes that are inefficient to improve healthspan.
Key Takeaways:
What are the potential side effects with peptide therapies?
How might peptides support the body to mitigate the impact of environmental toxins?
Do peptides have a role in mold illness?
What peptides may be helpful for sleep support?
Can peptides help to balance the nervous system or limbic system?
What is the role of peptides in immune modulation?
How might peptides upregulate GI function which has far-reaching, systemic effects?
Can peptides create more lasting energy throughout the day?
Might peptides play a role in cellular hydration?
What peptides may serve to support the body against microbial burdens?
Episode #119: Traumatic Brain Injury with Dr. David Musnick, MD
Thursday, May 14, 2020 • Duration 01:41:21
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn about integrative approaches to healing Traumatic Brain Injury.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. David Musnick. David Musnick MD is a Sports Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Internal Medicine physician in Bellevue, WA practicing at Peak Medicine. He has developed a Functional Medicine approach to healing the brain after concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury originally presented at an Institute for Functional Medicine annual meeting in 2017. He has written the chapter on Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury in the book Integrative Neurology. In his practice he integrates supplements, exercise, diet, and treatment for metals, toxins, mold, and infections. He has expanded his approach to also treating Mild Cognitive Impairment. Dr. Musnick is also a specialist in Prolotherapy and all aspects of Orthopedic and Sports Medicine.
Key Takeaways:
What is the pathophysiology of brain injury?
What are the common symptoms of head injury?
Can a TBI be a trigger for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome or activation of the limbic system or Cell Danger Response?
How long after initial injury can treatment protocols realistically expect to lead to improvement?
What are the stages of brain injury?
How is the brain protected from further damage after injury?
What is the role of the blood-brain barrier in brain injury?
What role does excitotoxicity play in brain injury?
How is reducing neuroinflammation approached?
How are microglia shifted to the health-promoting M2 type?
What is the role of Nrf2, and how is it activated?
What is the role of oxidative stress after brain injury?
How are mitochondria supported in a brain healing program?
How is the migration and survival of nerve stem cells supported?
What is the role of the vagus nerve in brain injury?
How can nutrition be used to support optimal brain healing?
How is optimizing brain oxygenation approached?
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Episode #118: Preventing Lyme with Dr. Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc
Tuesday, April 28, 2020 • Duration 01:21:45
Why You Should Listen:
In this episode, you will learn strategies for Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases.
About My Guest:
My guest for this episode is Dr. Alexis Chesney. Alexis Chesney MS, ND, LAc is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist specializing in Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Originally from New York, Dr. Chesney received a BA from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts. She earned a Masters in Science in acupuncture from the University of Bridgeport Acupuncture Institute and a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine in Connecticut. She is one of the first naturopathic students to complete a hospital-based medical rotation. With five of her colleagues from across the nation, she founded the Naturopathic Medical Student Association, which is a recipient of the AANP President's Award. Naturopathic residency brought her to Vermont, where she has continued to work with a team of integrative practitioners at Sojourns Community Health Clinic in Westminster. She also has a private practice in Northampton, Massachusetts. She has dedicated her practices to the treatment of Lyme and tick-borne diseases. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), Vermont Association of Naturopathic Physicians (VANP), the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and a founding full member of International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI). Dr. Chesney serves on the Board of Directors and as the Naturopathic Medicine Committee Chair for ILADS. She has been featured as an expert on tick-borne illness at an ILADS conference, at other professional and patient-focused conferences, on local talk radio, and in various news publications.
Key Takeaways:
Why does the incidence of Lyme disease continue to rise?
Are co-infections the rule or the exception?
What is the difference between hard and soft ticks?
What times of year have the highest risk for tick exposures?
How common is a bulls-eye rash?
What is the role of Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever in Lyme-like illnesses?
What is alpha-gal?
How can tick populations be reduced?
Are hormones generally well-tolerated when one is in a Cell Danger Response?
When might be the right time to introduce PC? VIP?
What are the more common sensitizers of a sensitive patient?
What are the more common drivers of MCAS?
What are some strategies for modulating the inflammatory response?
Is MCS the same as MCAS?
Should limbic retraining be more active?
How often are mycotoxins seen in patients with Alzheimer's?
Does HLA-DR impact a patient's recovery potential?
How do you handle a suspected mold illness patient when their urine mycotoxin testing is negative?
What is the best binder for mycophenolic acid? Chaetoglobosin?
Do the benefits of bentonite clay outweigh the potential risks?
What is the source of gliotoxin in the body?
How is the treatment of fungal colonization approached?
What role have Actinobacteria and endotoxins played in treating patients?
Can Bartonella be treated with natural antimicrobials alone?
Does treating mold and Lyme improve EDS?
Can secondary porphyria be an indication that the antimicrobial is working?
What is the role of EMFs in chronic illness?
How large of a factor are parasites?
Do mold and Lyme contribute to ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, autism, and PANS/PANDAS?
What is the role of nitric oxide in recovering health?
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
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Disclaimer:
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
What should be considered when spending time in nature to reduce the possibility of a tick bite?
What treatment options might be considered for prophylaxis?
When should one contact a doctor to discuss acute treatment strategies?
The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.
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