The Dr. Josh Axe Show

Many people are doing all the "right" things—eating healthy, taking supplements, exercising, and prioritizing sleep—yet still struggle with chronic fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, digestive issues, hormone imbalances, skin problems, and unexplained symptoms. What if the real culprit is a hidden infection? In this episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Dr. Josh Axe sits down with Dr. Chris Motley to uncover how chronic infections can quietly impact nearly every system in the body. Together, they explore the connection between mold toxicity, Lyme disease, parasites, Candida overgrowth, H. pylori, viruses, and other hidden pathogens—and how these infections may be contributing to symptoms that conventional testing often overlooks. You'll learn how infections affect the brain, gut, thyroid, immune system, hormones, and metabolism, along with practical natural strategies to support healing. Dr. Motley shares insights on herbal protocols, targeted nutrition, detoxification support, immune-strengthening therapies, and lifestyle practices designed to help address root causes and restore health from the inside out. If you've been searching for answers to persistent symptoms and want to better understand the hidden factors that may be impacting your health, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and actionable takeaways. Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism—plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! → http://mybloodwork.com   Thank you to our sponsors!   Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcast   Manukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axe   Caraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount   Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1   🎧 Early Access! Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners →   Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotify   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS   Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5   Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com   Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally → http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com   If you're ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com   CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXE Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/ X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxe Website → http://thehealthinstitute.com   Sign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3   Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe   CONNECT WITH DR. CHRIS MOTLEY Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/doctormotley/ Website → https://doctormotley.com   TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Hidden Infections Are More Common Than You Think 0:55 Why Brain Fog, Fatigue & Hormone Issues May Be Infection-Driven 2:25 The Most Overlooked Chronic Infections Today 4:30 How Mold Damages Your Cells & Mitochondria 6:45 Mold Toxicity, Methylation & Detox Pathways 8:50 Lyme Disease and Neurological Symptoms 11:00 Why Chronic Infections Often Go Undiagnosed 13:05 The Warning Signs of Parasites 14:50 H. Pylori, Candida & Gut Infections Explained 17:20 Histamine Reactions and Hidden Pathogens 18:25 Epstein-Barr Virus, Thyroid Disease & Autoimmunity 19:30 How Infections Affect Blood Flow & Circulation 21:45 The Connection Between Stress Hormones & Infection 23:50 Why Air Purifiers Alone Won't Solve Mold Illness 26:10 Natural Herbs for Parasites, Lyme & Chronic Infections 30:05 Healing the Gut After Infection 34:15 How Pathogens Impact the Brain 38:40 The Best Testing for

Not every health trend is actually helping your health. In this episode of The Dr. Josh Axe Show, Dr. Axe breaks down the Top 10 Worst Health Trends that have gained massive popularity in recent years—and explains why many of them are misunderstood, overhyped, or being used in ways that may do more harm than good. From cold plunges and melatonin to ultra-processed "health" foods, energy drinks, GLP-1 medications, extreme detoxes, and more, you'll learn what the science says, who these trends may benefit, and where people often go wrong.   Topics Discussed:• Cold plunging• Melatonin supplementation• Vegan diets• Ultra-processed health foods• Energy drinks and stimulants• GLP-1 weight loss drugs• Extreme detoxes and cleanses• Social media health misinformation• Trend-based dieting• What actually creates lasting health   CHAPTERS:0:00 — The 10 Most Dangerous Wellness Trends 4:15 — The Cold Plunge Warning: Hormones & Heart Risk 9:50 — Why Vegan & Raw Diets Destroy Your Bloodwork 14:35 — Melatonin Increases Heart Failure by 90% 20:10 — The "Healthy" Processed Foods Making You Sick 24:45 — Overtraining Syndrome & Energy Drink Arrhythmias30:20 — The Truth About Nightly THC Gummies 34:10 — Nicotine Pouches & The Extreme Detox Myth 40:55 — Orthorexia: The Deadly Obsession With Perfect Health 46:30 — How to Safely Evaluate Any Health Trend    Whether you're focused on longevity, metabolism, hormones, gut health, or overall wellness, this episode will help you separate health facts from health fads. Pre-order Heal Your Cells: https://www.amazon.com/Heal-Your-Cells-Reversing-Irreversible/dp/B0G5WTFYDR  Connect with Dr. Josh Axe: Website: https://draxe.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgtp61tf9tYF7nG_gIQ94LQ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjoshaxeshow MB01FIJV5ERN5QC

You have been told that weight gain, crippling anxiety, and hot flashes are just a "normal" part of getting older. But what if your menopausal symptoms are actually a warning sign that your gut and liver are failing to detoxify your body? And what if the unresolved trauma from your childhood is physically aging your ovaries right now?   In this episode, nurse practitioner and bestselling author Cynthia Thurlow exposes the clinical realities of perimenopause and menopause. We break down the "Estrobolome"—the hidden collection of gut bacteria responsible for removing estrogen from your body—and explain why common constipation is causing toxic hormones to recirculate and drive estrogen dominance.   Cynthia also reveals why millions of women are prescribed synthetic thyroid medications (like Synthroid) that their bodies literally cannot use, and outlines the exact nutritional and supplemental protocols (including Creatine, Magnesium, and Myo-inositol) required to truly repair your endocrine system.    Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors!Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcastManukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axeCaraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Early Access!Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotifyApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5 Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXEInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxeWebsite →  http://thehealthinstitute.comSign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe   CONNECT WITH GUESTInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow_/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/CHTWellnessX → https://x.com/_CynthiaThurlow Timestamps0:00 — The Truth About Menopause Symptoms 5:30 — Why Progesterone Drops First (Anxiety & Sleep) 10:10 — The "Estrobolome" & Constipation Danger 16:53 — How Stress Destroys Your Digestion 27:30 — The Best Diet & Carb Ratio for Perimenopause 33:28 — Why Thyroid Meds (Synthroid) Fail Women 38:49 — Top Supplements: Creatine, Magnesium & Inositol 46:22 — The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 51:50 — How Childhood Trauma Ages Your Ovaries DISCLAIMERThis content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program. MB010IATX2G5DUE

Uncover the exact biological mechanism behind ”Leaky Gut” (intestinal permeability) and why it is the true driver behind autoimmune diseases, thyroid failures, and even neurological conditions like autism and anxiety.

In 2008, Jordan Rubin was the CEO of one of the largest natural health companies in the world when he was diagnosed with a fast-growing, metastatic cancer and given just 90 days to live. Instead of accepting a death sentence, he fired his oncologist, locked himself away for 40 days, and developed one of the most comprehensive spiritual and physical healing protocols ever documented. In this episode, we dive into the untold secrets of ancient medicine. We explore why unhealed emotional trauma and unforgiveness act as severe cellular toxins, and why repenting is just as crucial as detoxing your liver. We also decode the forgotten science of "healing leaves"—explaining how the specific tannins found in blackberry, raspberry, and oak leaves can physically tighten leaky gut and reverse chronic digestive disease. Uncover what’s really going on in your body with advanced biomarker testing for hormones, thyroid, and metabolism— plus a 1-hour consultation with a Senior Health Advisor! →  http://mybloodwork.com Thank you to our sponsors!Sunlighten Sauna: https://get.sunlighten.com/axepodcastManukora Manuka Honey: https://manukora.com/axeCaraway Home: carawayhome.com/drjoshaxe (Use code DRJOSHAXE) for an exclusive discount Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Early Access!Our listeners enjoy every episode before anyone else! Tune in below and join our exclusive group of listeners → Spotify: https://bit.ly/DrJoshAxeSpotifyApple Podcast: https://apple.co/3JDvWcS Pre-order my NEW BOOK, Heal Your Cells → https://bit.ly/3QJBcQ5 Watch my free training on how to naturally balance your blood sugar and reverse your symptoms → http://DrAxeDiabetesClass.com Discover practical steps you can take today to start healing your thyroid naturally →   http://DrAxeThyroidClass.com If you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again and balance your hormones, take my free class → http://DrAxeHormoneClass.com CONNECT WITH DR. JOSH AXEInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@thedrjoshaxeshow/X → https://x.com/drjoshaxe/LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshaxeWebsite →  http://thehealthinstitute.comSign up for my newsletter → https://bit.ly/4oE9Jf3Ask Dr. Axe → http://speakpipe.com/drjoshaxe   CONNECT WITH JORDAN RUBINInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/jordansrubin/Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/people/Jordan-Rubin/61578333310671/ Timestamps: 0:00 — A 90-Day Death Sentence 6:00 — The Ultimate Cancer Healing Protocol 12:18 — What Actually Causes Cancer? 18:56 — Why Trauma Is Making You Sick 25:58 — The Lost Science of Healing Leaves 34:12 — How Fungi & Parasites Feed Disease 40:43 — Why You Must Eat Bitter Plants 48:39 — The Best Herbs for Your Hormones  DISCLAIMERThis content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Josh Axe and is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Dr. Axe nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content. All viewers of this content, especially those taking prescription or over-the-counter medications, should consult their physicians before beginning any nutrition, supplement or lifestyle program. MB011IQ1Z3X5EB5