Skin Wars, March 28, 2026

Skin Wars with Richard L Kuhns B.S.Ch.E., and co-host, Robin O'Herron Co-infections, The Restrictive Dietary Protocol, Environmental Decontamination and Recovery from Morgellons This episode of the Skin Wars features Richard Kunes, author of How to Get Your Life Back from Morgellons, Lyme, and Other Skin Parasites, discussing comprehensive recovery strategies. The session provides a deep dive into identifying skin parasites, implementing a "Stage 1" restrictive diet, and executing rigorous environmental cleaning protocols. The overarching goal is to educate sufferers on reclaiming their health when traditional medicine fails to provide answers. Defining Morgellons and Co-infections Morgellons is primarily identified by the presence of non-normal filaments or fibers emerging from the skin or lesions, which may vary in color or even appear to move. It is often part of a "hodgepodge" of issues, including Collembola (springtails), mites, and skin fungus, each presenting distinct symptoms like intense 24/7 itching or "shards of glass" sensations. While the medical community frequently dismisses these symptoms as "delusional parasitosis," the protocol focuses on education rather than clinical diagnosis, emphasizing that these organisms are physical realities that respond to specific environmental and internal changes. The Restrictive Dietary Protocol The recovery process relies heavily on a specialized diet that removes "food" for the parasites. Unlike standard healthy diets, this protocol excludes many common items like carrots, peas, asparagus, and even olive oil, as these are believed to support the parasite lifecycle. In "Stage 1," fruits are strictly limited to lemons, limes, and occasionally grapefruit. The speakers emphasize that success depends on strictly adhering to these limitations to starve the organisms and allow the body's resources to focus on healing. Environmental Decontamination and Protection Cleaning the environment is as critical as treating the skin, as re-infection occurs through contact with "infected" furniture, cars, and bedding. Effective tools include ammonia, enzymes, and organic fungicides containing 70% neem oil. For outdoor activities like gardening, the team suggests "overkill" measures, including liming the soil and wearing protective clothing treated with high-concentration DEET to prevent the migration of parasites back onto the host. Specialized Skin Care and Supplements Treating the skin involves more than simple washing; it requires debriding soaps (like Nature's Gift) and protocols to reach parasites embedded layers deep. For specific issues like skin cysts, participants suggested Ichthammol cream to draw out foreign matter or "Garli-Derm" cream for healing. Targeted supplements are also used to build immune function, though users are cautioned to check ingredients for hidden sugars or starches that might violate the diet. Recovery from Morgellons and associated skin parasites requires a disciplined, multi-faceted approach that addresses the body, the diet, and the physical environment simultaneously. By combining strict dietary "starvation" of the parasites with aggressive environmental cleaning and community support, sufferers can transition from a state of "parasite machine" back to a normal, healthy life.