Bartonella (Lyme Co-infection)
Gabriel recognizes Bartonella as challenging co-infection causing neuropsychiatric symptoms (rage, anxiety, intrusive thoughts) and vascular issues (stretch marks, foot pain).
6 identified
12 recommended
9 to test
6 modalities
Gabriel's Approach
Gabriel recognizes Bartonella as challenging co-infection causing neuropsychiatric symptoms (rage, anxiety, intrusive thoughts) and vascular issues (stretch marks, foot pain). Testing via IgeneX or specialty labs (standard tests often negative). Protocol: 1) Targeted antimicrobial herbs (Japanese Knotweed, Houttuynia, MUST address Bartonella specifically), 2) Neuroprotection, 3) Vascular support, 4) Detox support, 5) Address neuroinflammation, 6) Treat biofilms. Bartonella often the 'last infection standing'—most difficult to clear.
Root Causes
Why Conventional Fails
Antibiotics: Rifampin + either Levaquin (fluoroquinolone) or Azithromycin, or combination protocols with multiple antibiotics, treatment typically 4-6 months minimum.
Bartonella notoriously difficult to treat—hides in blood vessel lining, antibiotics often inadequate, fluoroquinolones (Levaquin) have BLACK BOX WARNING (tendon rupture, peripheral neuropathy, psychiatric effects—sometimes permanent), long antibiotic courses damage gut, conventional doctors often miss diagnosis (neuropsychiatric symptoms dismissed as 'psychiatric'), doesn't address biofilms, detoxification, vascular healing, immune support, relapse common.
Your Complete Protocol
A comprehensive, tiered approach combining supplements, herbs, and advanced therapies
Your Protocol for Bartonella (Lyme Co-infection)
Choose the level that's right for your healing journey
Essential Protocol
What's Included
- Japanese Knotweed 1500mg 3x/day
- Houttuynia 1000mg 3x/day
- EGCG (green tea extract) 400mg 3x/day
- L-Arginine 3-6g/day (vascular support)
- Japanese Knotweed (Hu Zhang) — Crosses the blood-brain barrier to fight Bartonella infection
- Cat's Claw (Mao Zhua Cao) — Antimicrobial herb that fights Bartonella and supports immune function
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Practitioner-Grade Protocol
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What's Included
- Standard Process whole food protocol
- Coptis Decoction to Resolve Toxicity (Huang Lian Jie Du Tang) — Clears heat toxin from the blood associated with Bartonella
- Free and Easy Wanderer (Xiao Yao San) — Supports liver function and emotional balance during chronic infection
Whole food supplements by Standard Process
Complete Protocol
What's Included
- All Practitioner-Grade supplements & herbs
- BPC-157 (tissue repair + gut healing)
- Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune modulation)
Standard Process + Matter peptides
Recommended Supplements
Key Lab Markers
Dietary Guidance
Anti-inflammatory ketogenic or paleo diet, eliminate sugar, gluten, dairy, processed foods, alcohol; Increase omega-3 foods; Antioxidant-rich foods for neuroprotection; L-arginine foods (turkey, pumpkin seeds, nuts) for vascular support; Bone broth; Organic; Low-histamine diet if mast cell activation present; Support liver detox.
Lifestyle Factors
Prioritize sleep (neurological healing during sleep), stress management paramount (Bartonella causes anxiety/rage—meditation, therapy critical), gentle exercise only, avoid cat scratches/fleas (transmission route), sauna therapy, lymphatic support, Epsom salt baths, castor oil packs, address mold if present, EMF reduction, neurological support practices.
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Infrared Sauna Therapy
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Mind, Body & Spirit
Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols
Mind
Anger Management Therapy
strongAddressing Bartonella-induced rage and irritability through cognitive techniques.
Meditation for Anxiety
strongManaging severe anxiety and intrusive thoughts common with Bartonella.
Neurofeedback
moderateBrain training to address neurological dysregulation from infection.
Body
Somatic Therapy
moderateReleasing neurological tension and trauma stored in the body.
Spirit
Grounding Practices
moderateManaging dissociation and neuropsychiatric symptoms through embodiment.
Curated for Bartonella (Lyme Co-infection)
Supplements + Chinese herbal medicine
Standard Process + classical TCM
Standard Process + advanced peptide therapy
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