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Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., writes:

Vitamin B12 is necessary for optimal brain and neurological function. It is also needed to maintain the outer coating on the nerves, which is called the myelin sheath.

The myelin sheath covers all nerve tissue — both in the brain and throughout the peripheral nervous system. This fatty, protective covering insulates the nerve fiber and helps to send electrical impulses down the fiber.

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If the myelin sheath is damaged, the nerve tissue cannot properly send its signal. Such damage to the myelin sheath is referred to as demyelination.

Demyelination occurs with a variety of diseases, including Guillain-Barre syndrome, multiple sclerosis, and transverse myelitis. This can lead to a condition called neuropathy, the symptoms of which include:

• Bladder control problems

• Burning or tingling anywhere in the body

• Cognitive decline

• Fatigue

• Unsteady balance

• Vision abnormalities

It is impossible to make myelin without adequate amounts of vitamin B12.

Unfortunately, if B12 deficiency is not corrected at an early stage, serious demyelinating disorders may not be reversed with B12 therapy. That said, I have found that vitamin B12 therapy helps many cases of neuropathy.

Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., editor of the Natural Way to Health newsletter, is a board-certified family physician and one of the nation’s foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. In addition to his practice, Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and is the author of six very popular books.
 

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Whistleblower says CDC, FDA both “altered” covid guidance and “suppressed” findings for political purposes; employees feared “retaliation” for speaking up​

 

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Amish organic farmer faces hefty fine, jail time for producing CLEAN MEAT​

 

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MEDICAL MADNESS: Bill Gates developing new vaccine that claims to prevent polio caused by polio vaccines​

 

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Covid “vaccines” are causing severe autoimmune hepatitis in children​

 

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Goya Foods CEO says “we are on the precipice of a global food crisis”​

 

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FULL LENGTH EPISODE​
Rise of The Vaccine-Informed; New Study Exposes Mask Fail; Hepatitis Outbreak in Kids; Are You Prepared for The Food Wars?; What To Know About Rising Inflation; Farm to Your Table

Guests: Shad Sullivan, Catherine Austin Fitts, Max Kane​
 

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Hi Jimi,

This is alarming.

Gale spent 61 years of her life suffering from a debilitating, chronic disease.

She spent every waking hour in pain due to chronic autoimmune diseases that began at the tender age of 8 years old.

Doctors were no help… they were completely baffled…

They threw more and more prescriptions at her, taking a "shotgun" approach that did not help Gale at all.

Slowly, all of these drugs began to poison Gale’s body, leaving her unable to heal properly.

Finally, at age 69 she found the exact solution to turn her life around and heal her body…

She purged her body of harmful toxins and parasites and restored her gut health, all at the same time.

And she did it by using the information revealed in the viral docuseries, Natural Medicine Secrets, which you can view right now at no cost…

The goal is to get this information in your hands so you never have to go through the struggles that Gale went through.

Science has proven that plants can stop, prevent, and even reverse some of today’s deadliest diseases…

…but Big Pharma would hate for you to know that, it would cost them way too much money.

>> Watch the groundbreaking Natural Medicine Secrets docuseries here



See you there,

The Cause Health team
 

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Your Daily Motivation​

Tuesday​

May-3-2022
We are all a little broken in some way. We all have things we struggle with. We all have gone through situations that left us feeling weak and vulnerable.

Embrace your vulnerability. It allows you to ask for support and also help others heal. We can use our experiences and insights to build a solid foundation of strength.

Connect with people who will accept you for who you truly are. You are worthy of happiness. Do not forget the good things that are happening in your life.

Always look for opportunities to help others, and be kind.
 

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Hi Jimi,

Do you know that there are veggies, fruits, and spices that can save your life when it comes to cancer prevention and treatment?

This 61-page eBook is exclusively created our my friend and investigative journalist Jonathan Otto and his team of medical researchers, and it’s only available for a limited time, so make sure you grab your copy now:

21 Natural Medicine Protocols for Cancer

Discover the scientific studies that show:

  • The tasty nut that decreased the growth rate of breast cancer cells by 89% in rodents;
  • Why eating this tasty veggie lowers the odds of developing stomach cancer by 28%;
  • Why do smokers that eat this veggie have a 300% lower chance of developing cancer;
  • The black fruit that reduces tumor incidence by 54% and decreases the number of tumors by up to 62%;
  • The flavorful fruit that reduces the risk of stomach cancer by 28%...
Plus many more groundbreaking scientific studies that were virtually unknown to people who need it the most.

You can download your FR-EE copy of this valuable, 61-page eBook for a limited time only:

21 Natural Medicine Protocols for Cancer

This vital resource shows the scientific proof behind foods with cancer-fighting properties.

When you download this you’ll also get access to an excellent 9 episodes documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets which dives deeper into this very topic.

That’s why it’s so important that we reach as many people as possible with this groundbreaking information — so please share this eBook with your friends and family.

Download 21 Natural Medicine Protocols for Cancer and your ticket to watch the docuseries now

To your health,

The Conquering Cancer team
 

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Post Viral Syndrome: Symptoms and Healing Protocol​

Post Viral Syndrome: Symptoms and Healing Protocol
 

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"Propaganda Exposed" docu-series begins tomorrow, blowing lid on global deception​
The long-awaited bombshell "Propaganda Exposed" docu-series launches tomorrow at TheTruthAboutCancer.us. Featuring interviews with 30+ top truth-tellers, whistleblowers and pro-freedom analysts, the series blows the lid on how government and corporate media use lies, disinformation and propaganda to terrorize humanity and enslave the world.
But humanity is awakening. The uprising has begun. People are getting red-pilled all across the world, and the establishment is panicked.
This docu-series (which can be watched in full at no charge) covers all the big topics, from finance and the Federal Reserve money printing machine to vaccines, fake "plandemics," censorship, false flags and much more. Some of the top people interviewed include Dr. Judy Mikovitz, RFK, Jr., Del Bigtree, Dr. Andrew Wakefield, Mikki Willis, Dr. Edward Group, Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, David Wolfe and many more.
It’s not just about vaccines and the plandemic, either: It’s about the global perspective of how governments and institutions use deception and lies to enslave the world and deny humanity its rightful abundance, wealth and joy.
I just posted a new interview with the creators of the series, Ty and Charlene Bollinger. You can watch that full interview here, via Brighteon.com

Every episode can be watched at no charge, and it all begins tomorrow​

The "Propaganda Exposed" docu-series is available for watching at no charge. Registration is required at TheTruthAboutCancer.us. It begins tomorrow, May 4th, and a new episode runs each day for 8 consecutive days.
Although every viewer is able to watch the entire series at no charge, anyone can optionally purchase DVD sets and digital downloads to help support this docu-series. When you do so, we earn an affiliate commission. We have publicly announced we are donating one hundred percent of those affiliate commissions to health freedom causes. Already on our list for donations is the Thomaz Renz attorney group, Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, the Banners 4 Freedom group, the Daily Expose (UK) publication, the Andy Wakefield film company, Strange Sounds and other indy media publishers that deserve our financial support. We are also taking suggestions on who else to support.
By purchasing DVDs or digital downloads, you will be supporting the Bollingers’ courageous efforts to expose the lies of the deceptive establishment while also funding health freedom champions via our direct donations. We will publish a list of the amounts and donations once it’s all finalized, so you can see exactly where the funds are going and who we’ve chosen to support.
If your budget is really tight right now, you can simply watch all the episodes at no charge by registering at TheTruthAboutCancer.us. The eight episodes run for eight consecutive days beginning tomorrow, May 4th.
Sign up now and prepare to have your mind blown by the bombshell interviews and information to be revealed in this powerful docu-series that could only come from pro-America, pro-life, pro-freedom producers who are fighting for the survival of the human race.

 

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Medical industry secret police rolled out network of SNITCHES to ensnare doctors who didn’t worship Fauci​

 

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Thank you for registering for my webinar - 3 Steps to Eliminate Cancer for Good!

I can't wait to share this life-changing, and truly life-saving information with you.

You will walk away with evidence-based solutions for taking control of your health and empowering your body to avoid and beat cancer!

Keep an eye out for upcoming emails with all the details.

In the meantime, I want to give you one of my top-rated ebooks titled "The Cancer-Free Recipe Guide" at no charge to you. You can download it here today.


I look forward to supporting you on your health and healing journey.
 

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Your Daily Motivation​

Wednesday​

May-4-2022
We don't know what's going to happen in the future, yet we still spend so much time worrying about what could go wrong.

Constantly worrying about things out of your control leads to feelings of hopelessness and fear. It can take a toll on your mental and physical health as well.

Practicing a few positive affirmations can help you quickly break the negative thinking patterns. Reconnect to the present moment and focus on what's actually real.

Pay attention to what's happening in the here and now. You have to look after your mental health so you're in the best position to deal with unexpected situations.

And, affirmations can go a long way in keeping you mentally strong.​
 

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Today's thought:

"The most authentic thing about us is our capacity to create, to overcome, to endure, to transform, to love, and to be greater than our suffering"

 

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The Top 7 Causes of Why You Are Bloated​


Hi Jimi-

Do you ever experience that uncomfortable full, tight, or swollen feeling in your abdomen, which is often accompanied by pain, flatulence, constant burping, and abdominal rumbling?

That's bloating. And if it happens to you, you are NOT alone.

We often attribute bloating to a bad meal, but there are often deeper medical connections. In this episode, I go over root causes of bloating that you may not have considered, including irritable bowel syndrome and disease, bacterial overgrowth, altered gut motility, aging and stress, and more.

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In this episode, we cover:



0:41: Bugs and gut infections
2:58: Low Enzymes, acids, and bile salts
3:45: Aging and stress
5:29: Adrenal stress and food allergens
8:43: Mold toxins
10:29: Low thyroid hormones
12:55: Gut autoimmune disease



>> Click here to check out the podcast!
 

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A team of medical researchers has created an eBook where you can learn all about the common toxins in your foods and everyday products…

From your packaged meals to personal care products.

Why is this vital?

These toxins have been found to cause obesity, cancer, infertility, type 2 diabetes and many, many more…

Simply avoiding these toxins may help you live a healthier, disease-free life for the next 10, 20, and even 30 years.

Because these toxins can be the trigger for some of the worst chronic diseases…

That’s why my friend and investigative journalist, Jonathan Otto and his team of medical researchers, created this just-released eBook — available FREE for a limited time only.

⇒ Download 21 Hidden Toxins that Lead to Chronic Disease and Unwanted Weight Gain at no cost today

When you download this you’ll also get access to an excellent 9 episode documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets which dives deeper into this very topic.

So make a giant leap in your journey to good health and well being.

Find out what common herbicide is commonly used in America, yet was forbidden in Europe because of its poisonous effect…

Plus many other health-destroying toxins you need to be aware of.


⇒ Download 21 Hidden Toxins that Lead to Chronic Disease and Unwanted Weight Gain at no cost today
 

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Natural Protocols for Cancer
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Do you know what foods can lower your cancer risk (or even your tumor growth) by up to 80%?

For example, one study on rodents showed that walnuts decreased the growth rate of breast cancer cells by 80%...

While eating carrots might lower the odds of developing stomach cancer by up to 28%!

This 61-page eBook is exclusively created by my friend and investigative journalist Jonathan Otto and his team of medical researchers, and it’s only available for a limited time, so make sure you grab your FREE copy now:

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Regenerate Your Brain Naturally
Download this 43-page brain health eGuide

Brain regeneration is an important concept that is critical in today’s environment.
Learn the best strategies and protocols for healing brain toxicity, stimulating brain-cell autophagy and regaining control of your mood, memory and brain health!
—>>Download your complimentary Brain Regeneration eGuide!
 

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Hey Jimi,

Most of us know that cancer FEEDS on sugar, but that shouldn’t mean that you have to go without dessert…

So, are there any sugar-free treats that taste even better than sugar-filled cookies or donuts?

I didn’t think such a thing was even possible…

Until my friend Jonathan Otto and his team of nutritionists shared this special eBook with me. It’s called…

22 Sugar-Free Desserts: The Tastiest Way to Great Health

And he’s offering you a limited-time FR-EE copy now…

This eBook shows you, step-by-step, how to prepare 22 easy-to-make, delicious, healthy, and healing treats that contain no sugar — but have tons of taste

I fell in love with #7, #11 and #21…

And the fact that I can eat them without guilt is very liberating.

This eBook is only available for a very limited time, so make sure you grab your FREE copy NOW.

Download 22 Sugar-Free Desserts: The Tastiest Way to Great Health now.

When you download this you’ll also get access to an excellent 9 episode documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets which dives deeper into this very topic.

To your greatest health,
 

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Hey Jimi,

Most of us know that cancer FEEDS on sugar, but that shouldn’t mean that you have to go without dessert…

So, are there any sugar-free treats that taste even better than sugar-filled cookies or donuts?

I didn’t think such a thing was even possible…

Until my friend Jonathan Otto and his team of nutritionists shared this special eBook with me. It’s called…

22 Sugar-Free Desserts: The Tastiest Way to Great Health

And he’s offering you a limited-time FR-EE copy now…

This eBook shows you, step-by-step, how to prepare 22 easy-to-make, delicious, healthy, and healing treats that contain no sugar — but have tons of taste

I fell in love with #7, #11 and #21…

And the fact that I can eat them without guilt is very liberating.

This eBook is only available for a very limited time, so make sure you grab your FREE copy NOW.

Download 22 Sugar-Free Desserts: The Tastiest Way to Great Health now.

When you download this you’ll also get access to an excellent 9 episode documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets which dives deeper into this very topic.

To your greatest health,
 

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[Part 1 of 3] Panic attacks and sleep aids

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Last fall another Kelly signed up for our Vital Mind Reset program. 😉
After suffering from terrible panic attacks and night terrors for years, Kelly tried to numb the pain and hold it together as best she could… from Xanax to alcohol to late-night TV.
And while I’ll let her tell you the full story (her list of symptoms was a mile long), I’m honored to have witnessed this woman’s readiness to shed her struggle.
Click below to watch Part 1 of this three part series.

Watch Part 1 Here
 

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Hey Jimi!

Is everyday life making you sick?

Chronic stress and toxicity can impact your weight, your mood, your energy, your desire… and, if unchecked, can lead to serious health problems.

Equip yourself with fundamental strategies to reverse the tide and begin paving your path toward healing today.

The Radical Healing Masterclass could help you:

  • Implement strategies to improve your stress response
  • Address hidden daily stressors affecting you & your kids
  • Find motivation when you’re too exhausted to focus on healing
  • Break the vicious cycle of eating & drinking to release stress & tension
  • Understand the top stressors contributing to autoimmunity
  • Identify contributors that lead to stress-related weight gain & weight loss
  • And so much more!

—>>I’ll see you online at the Radical Healing: Detox Your Stress & Stressors Masterclass when you register now!

You won’t want to miss this one, as I’ll be there too, as an invited speaker giving a talk on hormetic stressors - content that’s quite unlike anything else you’ll hear at the event!

Yours in health,
 

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Hey Jimi,

If you want to prevent and even reverse memory loss, this news is vital:

People who eat a certain side-dish with their meal every day literally have a younger, more active brain.

According to this study, participants who eat 1 serving of this side-dish every day have the same cognitive abilities of people who are 11 years younger…

Discover everything about this healing food, plus other brain-enhancing natural remedies from this exciting, just-released eBook.

This eBook is exclusively created by my friend and colleague, Jonathan Otto’s team of medical researchers, and it’s only available for a limited time, so make sure you grab your FR-EE copy now:

Download Top 26 "Shopping List" Supermarket Foods to Prevent Dementia and Cancer & Reverse Autoimmune Disease



When you download this you’ll also get access to an excellent 9 episode documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets which dives deeper into this very topic.

If you or your relatives want to prevent or treat dementia, Alzheimer’s, and memory loss, download this eBook to find out everything about this study…

Download Top 26 "Shopping List" Supermarket Foods to Prevent Dementia and Cancer & Reverse Autoimmune Disease

To your health,
 

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Hi Jimi,

Did you know that there’s one system in your body that’s 100% dependent on you to take care of it?

It’s called your lymphatic system—which is essentially a massive detox superhighway.

With over 500 lymph nodes from your neck down to your legs, it’s your body’s gateway to your immune system, playing a major role in "cancer surveillance" and autoimmunity.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t have its own pump to clear itself, so it needs you to unclog it!

Often forgotten or misunderstood, dysfunction or stagnation of this system can have devastating results, including poor immunity, autoimmune disease, cancer, migraines, fatigue, and more.

That’s why I’m inviting you to join the Lymphatic Rescue Summit.

Hosted by Shivan Sarna, who lost her own mom to lymphoma and has since become an advocate for what she calls "SOS: Save Our Selves" through better education and understanding…

This series of expert masterclasses and interviews will deliver on how the lymphatic system works and, most importantly, how to optimise it.

You’ll learn:

  • The critical role & function of your lymphatic system for health
  • Connections between your gut, brain & lymphatic system
  • How to get your lymph moving & create healthy immunity
  • Ways to address chronic pain through the lymph system
  • DIY lymphatic drainage practices for instant relief
  • How to maximise your immune system
  • What you need to know about long-haul syndrome & MCAS
  • 6 reasons your lymph gets stagnant
And much more!

Be sure to mark your calendar for June 13-19, 2022.

Save your seat here, Jim!


To your health,

Sarah Otto
P.S. When you register for The Lymphatic Rescue Summit, you’ll also unlock early-access interviews, complimentary guides, and helpful eBooks about living your most resilient life. Get your gifts here and learn more about the summit!
 

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Hello, Friend.



A team of medical researchers has created an eBook where you can learn all about the common toxins in your foods and everyday products…



From your packaged meals to personal care products.



Why is this vital?



These toxins have been found to cause obesity, cancer, infertility, type 2 diabetes and many, many more…



Simply avoiding these toxins, plus following a Nutritarian diet, can put you on a path to living a healthier, disease-free life.



These toxins can be the trigger for some of the worst chronic diseases…



That’s why my friend and investigative journalist, Jonathan Otto and his team of medical researchers, created this just-released eBook — available FREE for a limited time only. So, grab your FREE copy now:



⇒ Download 25 Immune-Boosting Natural Medicines: Nature’s Remedies for Keeping You Healthy at no cost today



When you download this, you’ll also get access to an excellent 9-episode documentary series, Natural Medicine Secrets, which dives deeper into this very topic.



So make a giant leap in your journey to good health and well-being.



Find out what common herbicide is commonly used in America, yet was forbidden in Europe because of its poisonous effect…



Plus many other health-destroying toxins you need to be aware of.



⇒ Download 25 Immune-Boosting Natural Medicines: Nature’s Remedies for Keeping You Healthy at no cost today



Wishing you the best of health,
 

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Did you know over 80,000 manmade chemicals have been created and produced since WW2?

Our bodies were not designed to thrive with exposure to these often toxic compounds.

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In this webinar you'll learn about the 5 Types of Toxins and the key role diagnostic testing plays in the cancer discussion and our health.

 

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Jimi,

Tomorrow is the kickoff for the Metaphysically Fit Summit!

Be sure to set your reminder now and watch for my email tomorrow at 9 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) with your private link to access Thursday’s presentations.

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Did you know that new research shows that EMFs from your cell phone, WIFI, and cell towers can be worse than smoking cigarettes?
Yikes. The truth is, EMFs are dangerous and linked with everything including cancer, ADHD, brain fog, headaches, and even autoimmune disease.
The thing is, EMFs aren’t going anywhere. And with 5G on the rise, it’s only getting worse…
That’s why I wanted to share this FREE webinar that’ll teach you how EMFs affect your health and what you can do to protect yourself and your family from the damage.
 

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Hi Jimi,
Leaky gut. You hear about it everywhere, along with the dangers that increased gut permeability can bring.
But did you know there’s a similar barrier between your brain and bloodstream?
I’m talking about your blood-brain barrier – a thin layer of cells that protects your brain from toxins, pathogens, inflammation, injury, and disease.
Just like your gut barrier, toxins and pathogens can weaken your blood-brain barrier, creating a condition called leaky brain.
This leads to symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, pain, poor recall, headaches, and more
Wonder if your brain might be a wee bit ‘leaky’?
Then you’ll want to check out my latest article, where I break down how your brain becomes leaky and what you can do to protect your blood-brain barrier.
 

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Is Gut Dysfunction Actually a Root Cause?​

So often we hear that "all disease begins in the gut". But is that really true?
It partially depends on whether we're talking about the gut as a "root cause", or instead as a "mediator".
A mediator is something that occurs between a cause and an ultimate effect. A mediator is an intermediary effect of a cause that then causes another effect further down the chain of causality.
I would say that a "root cause" is a cause at the top of chain of causality.
A root cause causes a mediator to occur, and the mediator causes some other effect that we are concerned about.
For example, somebody eats a diet with lots of glyphosate residues, and the glyphosate dysrupts gut, liver, gallbladder, and brain function.
Then the dysfunctions in the gut, liver, gallbladder, and brain cause (mediate) the symptoms we pay attention to, such as gas and bloating, fatigue, food sensitivites, brain fog, etc.
The root cause could be eating food with glyphosate residues, but the true root cause might be unresolved childhood trauma that creates an addiction to processed food, whichis laden with glyphosate residues.
To have a sensible definition of "root cause", we need to realize that a problem like gut dysfunction is generally not at the top of the chain of causality.
In other words, it's usually not a root cause in the way I'm defining root cause.
I would say that gut health is not the mother of all root causes, as "all disease begins in the gut" seems to imply, but it might be the "mother of all mediators".
Gut dysfunction is an effect of something else that might be a root cause, and it is a mediator of other effects that might be mediators of still other effects that finally result in the symptoms and illnesses that occupy our attention.
Since gut dysfunction is such an important mediator of serious downstream effects like heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative disease we need to have a very complete understanding of the root causes of gut dysfunction, or we can end up wasting lots of money and time on the "hamster wheel" of gut healing protocols that don't fully resolve the problem.
Aside from obvious root causes of gut dysfunction like a poor diet and glyphosate residues, here are some root causes of gut dysfunction you might not have considered before, or may not be "top of mind" even if you have heard them connected to gut dysfunction:
  1. Childhood trauma (as well as trauma in adulthood)
  2. Stress and adrenal dysfunction
  3. Traumatic brain injury (e.g. concusions, etc)
  4. Vagal nerve dysfunction and dysautonomia
  5. EMF exposure, and genetic polymorphisms that increase vulnerability to EMF hypersensitivity
  6. Mold toxins and other toxins, and genetic polymorphisms that impair one's ability to clear various toxins from the body
  7. Sinus infections (dysbiosis of the nose and sinuses)
  8. Dysbiosis in the mouth
  9. Hidden infections (e.g. cavitations in jaw bone or other bones of the body)
  10. Interference fields (usually the result of scars and cavitations)
  11. Low stomach acid
  12. A diet low in certain nutrients, and genetic polymorphisms that affect the efficiency of your assimiliation and utilzation of nutrients
  13. Genetic polymorphisms that affect gut function and microbiome balance
  14. Liver / gallbladder congestion (which can be caused by any of the above)
This is not a complete list, but you get the idea.
Can you imagine how much frustration you would experience if you had some of these root causes, but your practitioner didn't help you identify and resolve them while you're doing your "umpteenth" gut healing protocol?
What if all that your health coach or practitioner did was look at the results of a stool test and recommend antimicrobials and/or probiotics without identifying and addressing root causes that might still be at play?
You would go around and around, from gut protocol to gut protocol, perhaps getting some results but then relapsing into symptoms again.
In fact, you probably don't have to imagine this scenario at all. You've probably lived it.
 

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