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A Tick Bite Is an Exposure, Not a Diagnosis.

  • Jun 5
  • 1 min read

A tick bite is an exposure, not a diagnosis. 

Reminder: It’s not just ticks - other biting insects may also be part of Lyme transmission  We don't panic every time we're bitten by a mosquito, and the same principle applies here. 


The best thing you can do is support your body's resilience year-round. A well-functioning immune system, healthy detoxification pathways, good nutrition, quality sleep, and a low overall toxic burden all help your body respond to the countless microbes we're exposed to every day.


If you do find a tick attached, remove it promptly and carefully, grasping as close to the skin as possible. Keep the area clean and consider using a drawing salve such as Prid. Supporting the body with Biotoxin Binder and possibly IS-BORR may help address bacterial byproducts and potential Borrelia exposure. Monitor closely for any unusual symptoms or reactions.


🌿 My Tick Prevention Checklist

✔️ Cedar mulch

✔️ Tick-repelling plants (lavender, rosemary, citronella)

✔️ Natural essential oil repellents

✔️ Tick checks after being outdoors

✔️ Keep grass short & remove leaf litter

✔️ Support drainage, hydration & encourage regular sweating


Because prevention > panic. 💚


Expect more headlines like these with the impending Lyme vaccine.🙄 Stay informed, support your body, and don't let fear make decisions for you.

 
 
 

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Medical Disclaimer:

This website is for information purposes only. By providing the information contained herein Shelley Blankinship Holistic Nutrition is not diagnosing, treating, curing, mitigating or preventing any type of disease or medical condition. Before beginning any type of natural, integrative or conventional treatment regimen, it is advisable to seek the advice of a licensed healthcare professional.

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