The Truth About Lyme: False Negatives, Biofilms, and What To Do After a Tick Bite

✨Stay inspired on your health journey: Follow us on Spotify or hit subscribe on Apple Podcasts.Lyme disease is rising across the U.S.—but most people stillget poor testing, miss co-infections, and don’t know what to do after a tick bite. In this episode, Galen Wetzell sits down with Dr. Susan Marra, ND—a Lyme-literate clinician with 27+ years of experience—to cover Lyme 101 through advanced topics: false negatives, iGenex vs. standard labs, biofilms,co-infections (Babesia, Bartonella, relapsing fever), alpha-galsyndrome, mycotoxins, and evidence-informed prevention(including which essential oils repel ticks).In this episode:Guest: Dr. Susan Marra — drsusanmarra.comFind a Lyme-literate practitioner: ilads.org → “Find Practitioner”Resources mentioned:• Tick testing & advanced diagnostics: iGenex (PCR, co-infection panels)• Prevention checklist: tweezers, vial, alcohol pads; oil repellent strategy• Co-infection considerations: Babesia (parasite), Bartonella, relapsing fever(B. miyamotoi)About Better With AgeWe help women in peri- to post-menopause build bone density, strength, andvitality through guided exercise & nutrition. Learn more:betterwithage.onlineChapters :00:00 Intro • 02:20 What Lyme is (Borrelia) • 07:32 Why tests miss it • 12:45Co-infections • 19:10 Biofilms & persisters • 24:05 Tick removal & ticktesting • 28:00 Essential oil repellents • 32:10 Alpha-gal syndrome • 36:40Mycotoxins & immunity • 43:00 Treatment frameworks • 53:00 How to find help #lymediseaseawareness #tick-borneillness #co-infections#biofilms #iGenex #falsenegatives #BartonellaBetter With Age ProgramWe empower women to reclaim their health and vitalitythrough expert-guided exercise and nutrition. Stronger 💪| Healthier 🥑| Better with Age 😁Website: betterwithage.online