355: The Hidden Infections Driving Chronic Illness with Dr. Steven Hines

Written by Chelsea Blackbird
 
 
 

Buckle up, my friend! 💣💥 Dr. Steven Hines is dropping some serious health truth bombs in this week’s episode. 

From hidden infections and Long COVID to the connection between infections and cancer, and why iron infusions deserve a closer look - this conversation is FULL of eye-opening information!

Dr. Hines is the naturopathic doctor who changed the trajectory of my health over 20 years ago, and I couldn't be more excited to have him on the podcast!

We're digging into what's going on beneath the surface of chronic illness and why getting to the root of the problem matters.

 

355: The Hidden Infections Driving Chronic Illness with Dr. Steven Hines

 

SHOW NOTES

00:00 Chelsea’s infertility journey and the doctor who helped change her approach to health

02:13 Hines’s early career and the story that led him toward naturopathy

10:20 His interest in hydration and how it influenced his clinical thinking

16:16 Mold, infections, and the complex cases he encounters

28:39 Hines’s account of treating infections and his views on treatment order

38:41 A discussion of bile, NAC, and colon polyps

42:40 Hines’s perspective on long COVID and other infections

50:29 Why he says he approaches some infections in a particular order

57:44 Cancer care, treatment side effects, and supportive care

1:03:21 A preview of a possible future conversation about iron

1:06:33 Hines’s go-to meals and thoughts on eggs

1:10:28 His anchor Bible passages and the orphanage’s work

1:16:05 How Hines consults with patients and other clinicians

1:21:26 Where to learn more about Hope Wellness Center and support the orphanage: https://www.hopewellness.com/

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Thanks for listening! Have a healthy and blessed week!

XOXO,

Chelsea

Chelsea Blackbird
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