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Reversing autoimmune conditions, optimizing longevity, and pursuing peak performance.
+8.2 years of life expectancy gained in 20 months.
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Autoimmune attack on thyroid causing subclinical hypothyroidism
Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
Positive CCP antibodies indicating potential RA development
EBV Reactivation
Chronic Epstein-Barr virus reactivation from 2016 mono infection
Gut Dysbiosis
Root cause identified: Staphylococcus overgrowth now reduced, Bifidobacterium restored
HPA Dysfunction
Adrenal fatigue with severely depleted morning cortisol
Every biomarker tracked. Every intervention measured.
View all 150+ biomarkersTSH
TPO Antibodies
Morning Cortisol
LDL Particles
Vitamin D
7 genetic mutations affecting methylation and detox.
70% reduced methylation capacity
Impaired B12 recycling
Rapid homocysteine conversion
Slow catecholamine clearance
Reduced vitamin D sensitivity
27 supplements daily.
Each supplement targets a specific dysfunction identified through testing.
Armour Thyroid
Thyroid hormone replacement for Hashimoto's hypothyroidism
L-Glutamine
Gut barrier repair, intestinal permeability healing
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SunButyrate
Short-chain fatty acid for gut lining and enterocyte fuel
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Methylcobalamin B12
MTR/MTRR mutations - impaired B12 recycling
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Vitamin D3+K2
VDR mutation - reduced vitamin D sensitivity
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Liposomal Vitamin C
Immune support, adrenal health, HPA axis
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L-Lysine
EBV viral suppression (high lysine/low arginine)
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Fish Oil (Omega-3)
Inflammation reduction, cardiovascular health
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LMNT Electrolytes
Electrolyte balance, hydration, adrenal support
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Red Light Therapy
Mitochondrial function, thyroid support, tissue healing
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Truvaga
Vagus nerve stimulation for HRV, sleep, and parasympathetic tone
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Berberine
Antimicrobial, blood sugar regulation, gut pathogen control
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Monolaurin
Antimicrobial from lauric acid, biofilm disruption
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Bifido Maximus
High-potency Bifidobacterium probiotic for reseeding
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HMO Prebiotic
Human milk oligosaccharides to selectively feed Bifidobacterium
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Guttides (BPC-157 + KPV)
Combined BPC-157 and KPV peptides for gut barrier repair and mucosal inflammation
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Thymosin Alpha-1
Immune modulation, T-cell regulation for autoimmune support
Pomegranate Extract
Blautia suppression, urolithin A production for mitochondria
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EGCG (Green Tea Extract)
Blautia suppression, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory polyphenol
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PHGG
Partially hydrolyzed guar gum to feed butyrate-producing bacteria
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Arabinogalactan
Prebiotic fiber to feed butyrate-producing bacteria
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Clostridium butyricum
Spore-forming butyrate producer to restore butyrate production
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MegaSporeBiotic
Spore-based probiotic for gut barrier integrity and microbiome diversity
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Saccharomyces boulardii
Beneficial yeast for fungal balance and gut immune function
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Allicin (Garlic Extract)
Selective antimicrobial for pathogen control, biofilm disruption
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N-Acetyl Glucosamine
Gut mucosal barrier repair, joint and cartilage support
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Hyaluronic Acid
Joint lubrication, skin hydration, connective tissue support
AmazonThis is not medical advice. I am not a doctor. Everything shared here reflects my personal experience and experimentation. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any supplement or health protocol.
Strict AIP + high lysine protocol.
Complete elimination of inflammatory triggers to heal the gut, suppress viral activity, and reduce autoimmune inflammation.
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Eating Like the Inuit
How I hit a 10% Omega-3 Index (top 5% globally) with 10oz of wild salmon daily and no supplements.
My Gut Was Destroying Me From the Inside Out
How a Staphylococcus overgrowth at the 99.9th percentile was driving my autoimmune cascade, and the protocol that started reversing it.
From 74.2 to 82.4 years life expectancy.
Multiple autoimmune conditions, viral reactivations, HPA dysfunction
The journey documented.
TA-1 Week 4 - TPO Antibodies Drop 34%
Week 4 on Thymosin Alpha-1. TPO antibodies dropped from 739→487 IU/mL (-34%), the largest sustained drop from any single intervention. Free T4 improved (1.2→1.47). Thyroglobulin antibodies improved (10→7.4). TSH stable at 2.27 (optimal range). Free T3 dipped slightly (3.5→3.0) but still normal. TA-1 appears to be directly modulating the autoimmune attack via Treg upregulation.
Started Thymosin Alpha-1 (TA-1)
Initiated TA-1 subcutaneous injections for immune modulation. TA-1 directly modulates T-cell function at the thymus level: upregulates Tregs, shifts Th1/Th2 balance, reduces autoreactive immune activity. Targeting the core autoimmune dysfunction driving Hashimoto's.
Gut Microbiome Follow-Up - Major Bifidobacterium Recovery
3-month follow-up on gut healing protocol shows dramatic Bifidobacterium recovery (+385%, from 15.5→75.3 percentile) - the primary target of Bifido Maximus supplementation. Staphylococcus reduced 32% (99.9→67.5 percentile), no longer in extreme overgrowth. Beta diversity improved 47% (66→35). However, concerns emerged: Blautia spiked 65% to 96.4th percentile (autoimmune-associated), butyrate production collapsed 75% (72→18 percentile), and total fungi increased to 88.1 percentile. Dysbiosis score unchanged at 69.8. Next phase: address new overgrowths while supporting butyrate production.
December Panel - TSH Optimal, Antibodies Persist
TSH now fully optimized at 1.22 mIU/L (-66% from Oct). Testosterone excellent at 895 ng/dL (+28%). Omega-3 index at 10% (excellent). Homocysteine improved to 7.6. However, TPO antibodies increased to 739 (+18%) and CCP to 25 (+14%) - autoimmune activity persists despite optimal thyroid function. EBV reactivation worsening (36.2, +17%). Gut protocol needs more time.
Increased Armour Thyroid to 60mg
Bumped Armour Thyroid from 30mg to 60mg daily based on continued optimization. TSH was improving but wanted to push further into optimal range. No adverse effects from the increase.
First Month Thyroid Check - TSH Responding
First thyroid panel after starting Armour Thyroid 30mg in September. TSH dropped 42% (6.20→3.57 mIU/L), now in normal range. TPO antibodies also declined: 799→627 (-22%). Decided to increase dose to push TSH further into optimal range.
Started Ultra-Simplified Gut Healing Protocol
Initiated targeted gut dysbiosis treatment for Staphylococcus overgrowth and Bifidobacterium restoration. Protocol: BPC-157 (500mcg 2x/day), HMO prebiotic (15g/day), Bifido Maximus (5 caps/day), Oregano oil (4x/day), Berberine (1000mg/day), Monolaurin (2400mg/day). Expecting 12 week timeline for significant results.
October Comprehensive Panel - Major Improvements
Omega-3 index +51% (4.9→7.4%), EPA +133%. HDL +31% (49→64). LDL particles -46% (2,284→1,243). Small dense LDL -55% (544→243). Morning cortisol fully restored +697% (0.49→3.9) - HPA axis dysfunction RESOLVED. Vitamin D corrected +89% (27→51). However, TSH worsening (5.91→6.20), indicating need for thyroid medication.
Root Cause Identified - Gut Microbiome Analysis
Microbiome analysis revealed ultimate upstream driver of autoimmune cascade: extreme Staphylococcus overgrowth (99.9th percentile - higher than 999/1000 healthy adults) combined with severe Bifidobacterium deficiency (15.5th percentile). Gut dysbiosis score 69.8. This explains the entire causal chain: dysbiosis → intestinal immune activation → molecular mimicry → autoimmune attack → thyroid destruction.
Started Armour Thyroid 30mg
Initiated thyroid hormone replacement with Armour (natural desiccated thyroid) at 30mg daily. Decision made after TSH continued worsening despite all other interventions improving. Armour chosen over synthetic levothyroxine because it provides both T4 and T3. Goal is to eventually wean off as gut heals and antibodies decline.
Started High-Dose Methylation Support Protocol
Started methylation support for MTHFR/MTR/MTRR/CBS mutations: L-Methylfolate 5mg, Methylcobalamin 3mg, TMG 1.8g, NAC 600-1200mg, Liposomal Glutathione 500mg, Riboflavin 5'-Phosphate 90mg. Goal: support impaired methylation pathways, reduce homocysteine, improve detoxification capacity.
Methylation Genetic Testing - 7 Mutations Found
Comprehensive genetic panel revealed SEVEN methylation-related mutations: MTHFR (reduced folate conversion by up to 70%), MTR & MTRR (impaired B12 recycling), CBS (rapid homocysteine conversion), COMT (slow catecholamine clearance), VDR (reduced vitamin D receptor sensitivity), MAT1A (impaired SAMe production), NOS3 (reduced nitric oxide). This rare combination (<1% of population) explains severity of symptoms.
Food Sensitivity Testing - Severe Reactions Identified
IgE/IgG/IgG4 panel identified severe reactions: EGG WHITE (extreme - IgE >100), Egg Yolk (severe), Gluten (severe - IgG 34.84), Walnut (severe). High reactions to: beans, beef, whitefish, hazelnuts, tomatoes, pineapple. This explained chronic inflammation and guided strict elimination diet.
Transformation Start - Baseline Measurements
Beginning of systematic health optimization. Starting weight: 208 lbs. Symptoms: requiring 14+ hours sleep daily, chronic fatigue despite being physically active, brain fog, exercise intolerance, cold intolerance. Initiated strict elimination diet and targeted supplementation.
Function Health Panel - Initial Discovery
For years, I knew something was deeply wrong but couldn't prove it. Every doctor visit ended with 'your labs look fine.' This panel finally gave me answers: TPO antibodies at 900 (normal <35) - active thyroid attack. EBV reactivated from 2016 mono. Early RA markers positive. Morning cortisol at 0.49 (barely detectable) - adrenal collapse. Pattern B dyslipidemia with dangerous small dense LDL. Every major system was failing simultaneously.
End of 3-Year Chronic Stress Period
A major life stressor that had been ongoing for approximately 3 years finally resolved. During this period, I required 11 hours of sleep daily (vs normal 8). This chronic stress likely exacerbated autoimmune conditions and contributed to immune dysregulation. Following resolution, sleep normalized to 8 hours.
Tonsillectomy Performed
Tonsils surgically removed after becoming enlarged to the point of nearly touching. Had completed 6-week antibiotic course with no improvement. Post-surgery: morning headaches resolved completely, speech became noticeably clearer. In retrospect, tonsils likely contained EBV viral reservoirs or antibiotic-resistant Staph. Removing them reduced immediate load but infection may have migrated to gut.
Mono and Strep Co-Infection
Contracted mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus) and streptococcal infection simultaneously. This was a major immune system event. EBV establishes lifelong latency and can reactivate during immune stress. The 2025 testing showing active EBV reactivation indicates the virus acquired here has reactivated due to immune dysfunction from gut dysbiosis.