Chapter 11 – Natural Solutions for Lyme Disease and Kidney Stones
My SUCCESSFUL LYME DISEASE PROTOCOL
It’s a job, but in my case I felt so much BETTER—and it had only been 3 weeks! My exhaustion, extreme weakness, muscle pain, difficulty eating, weight loss, crawling skin, weird itching, insomnia and brain fog were all GONE!!! My suggestion would be to continue these measures for at least a 30 day period to ensure a strong possibility of killing off of all 3 forms–> spirochetes, L- forms, eggs and the additional viral/bacterial co-infections that can accompany tick bites.
What follows is the protocol that I personally used. I cannot say that my symptoms disappearing proved that every Lyme bacterium or possible co-infection had been eliminated, but the improvement I experienced was dramatic and continues to this day about 8 years later! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AfjLafBKdg
QUICK GUIDE TO MY LYME PROTOCOL
These are the amounts and processes I personally used. They are included to show exactly what I did and are not intended as dosing instructions for another person.
ATTACK — What I Used Against the Infection
| WHAT I USED | WHAT I PERSONALLY TOOK | PURPOSE |
|---|---|---|
| Teasel Root Extract | 1 dropper, 3× daily | Borrelia — laboratory evidence |
| Stevia | 10 drops, 3× daily | Borrelia / possible biofilm activity — laboratory evidence |
| Grapefruit Seed Extract | 20 drops, 3× daily | Borrelia — laboratory evidence |
| Osha Root Extract | 1 dropper, 3× daily | Herbal antimicrobial approach |
| Banderol | 1 dropper, 3× daily | Borrelia — laboratory evidence |
| Oil of Oregano — Orega-Ultra | 1 dropper, 3× daily | Antimicrobial / laboratory-studied Borrelia activity |
| Oil of Oregano — Orega-RESP | 3 capsules, 3× daily | Antimicrobial support |
| Oil of Oregano — Oreganol P73 Juice | 2 tablespoons, 3× daily | Antimicrobial support |
| Oil of Oregano — Super Strength Oreganol P73 | 3 capsules, 3× daily | Antimicrobial support |
| Cat’s Claw | 4 capsules, 3× daily | Borrelia — laboratory evidence |
| Doxycycline | 100 mg, 2× daily | Established Lyme antibiotic |
| Amoxicillin | 500 mg, 3× daily | Established Lyme antibiotic |
| Silver Solution + Manuka Honey | 2 Tbsp Silver Solution + 1 tsp Manuka Honey daily | Additional antimicrobial / co-infection support |
| Japanese Knotweed + Cryptolepis | Daily — amount not stated | Laboratory-studied Borrelia activity; Cryptolepis also studied against Babesia |
| Bitter Apricot Seeds / Amygdalin | 10 seeds, Monday–Friday | Something I personally used; NOT proven to treat Lyme |
| Disulfiram (Antabuse) | I did NOT take it | Investigated for Lyme |
IMPORTANT — THE 5 EXTRACT MIXTURE:
I combined Teasel Root Extract + Stevia + Grapefruit Seed Extract + Osha Root Extract + Banderol together in approximately 4 ounces of water and took them together on an empty stomach, using the individual amounts shown above.
SUPPORT — What I Used to Support My Body
| WHAT I USED | WHAT I PERSONALLY TOOK / DID | PURPOSE |
|---|---|---|
| Iodine + Vitamin C + Vitamin D + Zinc | Every other day — | Nutritional / immune support |
| Vitamins B12 + B6 | Daily | Nutritional, nervous-system & immune support |
| Probiotic / Kefir | About every 3 days | Support healthy gut flora, especially while using antibiotics |
| EDTA + Bentonite Clay + Glutathione + Zeolite | Amounts not stated here | Heavy-metal/binding support; NOT established Lyme treatments |
| Cholestyramine | Amount not included in current text | Intestinal binder; NOT an established Lyme treatment |
PROCESS — How I Put My Protocol Together
| PROCESS | WHAT I PERSONALLY DID |
|---|---|
| First 3 Weeks | Took/did the protocol daily for a solid 3 weeks |
| Pulsing After 3 Weeks | 5 days ON → 2 days OFF → then restarted 5 days ON then 2 days OFF |
| Teasel During OFF Days | Continued Teasel every day, including the 2 OFF days |
| 5-Extract Mixture | Teasel + Stevia + GSE + Osha + Banderol together in approximately 4 oz. water on an empty stomach |
| Biofilm | Something I considered when developing my approach — not an item I took |
| Herxheimer Reaction | Something to be aware of if symptoms temporarily worsen during treatment |
1. Teasel Root Extract
As part of my own Lyme protocol, I took Teasel Root Extract — 1 dropper, 3 times per day. Laboratory research has found that extracts from Teasel have activity against Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacterium associated with Lyme disease. This is laboratory research, however, and does not establish that Teasel treats Lyme disease in people. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35056144/
2. Stevia
As part of my Lyme protocol, I took Stevia — 10 drops, 3 times per day. Stevia whole-leaf extract has been studied against Borrelia burgdorferi in the laboratory. One study reported activity against spirochetes, persisted forms and attached biofilms. However, this was an in-vitro laboratory study, not a human clinical trial. A later laboratory study did not reproduce the strong anti-Borrelia activity, so more research is needed. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26716015/
3. Grapefruit Seed Extract
As part of my own Lyme protocol, I took Grapefruit Seed Extract — 20 drops, 3 times per day. Grapefruit Seed Extract has been studied against Borrelia in the laboratory. One study reported strong activity against motile spirochetes and rounded/cyst-like forms. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17565468/
4. Osha Root Extract + Banderol from https://www.nutramedix.com/products/banderol-1oz
As part of my Lyme protocol, I took Osha Root Extract — 1 dropper, 3 times per day, PLUS Banderol — 1 dropper, 3 times per day. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30602711/
5. Iodine, Vitamin C, Vitamin D & Zinc
As part of my own Lyme protocol, I took additional iodine, vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc every other day to support normal immune function.
There is laboratory research examining micronutrients and naturally occurring compounds against Borrelia. One PubMed study tested 15 phytochemicals and micronutrients and found that iodine from kelp showed activity against spirochete and rounded forms of Borrelia. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26457476/
6. Vitamin B12 & Vitamin B6
As part of my Lyme protocol, I took Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B6 daily.
Both vitamins have important roles in normal metabolism, nervous-system function and immune function. Vitamin B6 deficiency can impair several immune responses, while B12 is important for normal blood-cell and neurological function. These vitamins should be viewed here as nutritional and immune support—not as substances proven to kill Borrelia. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8302491/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33158037/
7. Oil of Oregano
As part of my own Lyme protocol, I used several Oil of Oregano products from North American Herb & Spice. I used several types because Oil of Oreganol has strong antibiotic properties that I wanted them all working for me. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JojAbNxXjw
- Orega-Ultra — 1 dropper, 3 times per day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_muw5v4jvaA
- Orega-RESP — 3 capsules, 3 times per day.
- Oreganol P73 Juice — 2 tablespoons, 3 times per day.
- Super Strength Oreganol P73 — 3 capsules, 3 times per day.
8. Cat’s Claw
I took Cat’s Claw — 4 capsules, 3 times per day.
Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa) has been studied against Borrelia burgdorferi in the laboratory. A Johns Hopkins study found activity against stationary-phase B. burgdorferi, although Cat’s Claw did not completely eradicate the bacteria when the treated cultures were subsequently regrown. This is laboratory research and does not establish that Cat’s Claw treats Lyme disease in people but I took it anyway.
9. Doxycycline
As part of my Lyme protocol, I took Doxycycline — 100 mg, twice per day. From alldaychemist.com NO prescription needed.
Doxycycline is one of the standard antibiotics used to treat Lyme disease. A randomized, double-blind clinical trial involving 180 patients with early Lyme disease found that extending doxycycline treatment from 10 days to 20 days did not improve outcomes.
13. Silver Solution + Manuka Honey
I took Silver Solution — 2 tablespoons, together with 1 teaspoon of Manuka Honey daily.
I included these not only with Borrelia in mind, but also because Lyme disease can occur along with other infections. Manuka Honey has demonstrated broad antimicrobial activity in laboratory research. However, there is not good human clinical evidence showing that orally consumed Manuka Honey or Silver Solution successfully treats Lyme disease or its tick-borne co-infections but I took it anyway to get any positive effect in my favor. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31294240/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30882316/
14. Japanese Knotweed + Cryptolepis
One more medication that caught my attention was Disulfiram, also called Antabuse. It has traditionally been used to help people stop drinking alcohol, but researchers have also investigated it for Lyme disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33291557/
I did NOT personally use Disulfiram because the other things I was doing worked for me. If they had not, this was another option I was prepared to investigate.
Laboratory and animal research has shown activity against Borrelia burgdorferi. A retrospective report involving 67 evaluable Lyme patients found that 62 reported some net benefit, although significant side effects also occurred. More recently, a small 2025 human pilot study found possible improvement in some patients, but it was far too small to establish effectiveness and also found important side effects, particularly at higher doses. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40265182/
21. Probiotics and Gut Flora
Because some of the materials I was taking, especially antibiotics, can also affect the friendly bacteria in the gut, I took a good probiotic about every 3 days to help maintain healthy gut flora. I would suggest one from North American Herb & Spice or a good quality Kefir available at most grocery stores.
The gut microbiome plays an important role in normal immune function, so I wanted to support it while I was working on the Lyme infection.
This is what I personally did. If you are taking antibiotics, the timing of probiotics may be important because taking certain probiotics at the same time as an antibiotic could reduce their effectiveness. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34385227/
22. Keeping the Immune System Strong
There is a situation where the Immune System may be fully operative but may only keep an infection “fenced in,” so to speak, rather than completely eliminating it. It can become somewhat like a standoff—the infection is being held in check and may not be causing obvious disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18540829/
If the body becomes run down or the Immune System becomes compromised, some infections that were previously being controlled can become active or cause problems again. This is well established with certain persistent or latent infections, although we should not assume that every case of Lyme disease behaves exactly this way.
The importance of maintaining a healthy Immune System cannot be overstated. Chronic stress can also affect immune function, which is one reason I believe dealing with prolonged fear and stress is important while recovering from illness. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8416086/
23. Herxheimer Reaction and Cholestyramine
As treatment kills certain bacteria, some people can temporarily feel worse rather than better. This is known as a Herxheimer reaction and is well documented with spirochetal infections, including Lyme disease.
Symptoms can include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches and a temporary worsening of existing symptoms. Drinking adequate fluids is important, especially if you are experiencing fever or other symptoms that could contribute to dehydration.
I describe Cholestyramine is a prescription medication that binds bile acids and certain substances in the intestinal tract, which are then eliminated primarily through the stool—not the urine.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28077740/
24. Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂)
Chlorine Dioxide is a powerful oxidizing agent with well-established antimicrobial properties. It has been used for many years in water treatment and other disinfection applications because it can inactivate a variety of bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms.
Because of these antimicrobial properties, I became very interested in Chlorine Dioxide while researching Lyme disease and other infections. https://www.jahealthadvocate.com/uploads/2/4/5/9/2459046/mms_health_recovery_guidebook_1_october_2016.pdf
However, there is an important distinction that needs to be made. The fact that Chlorine Dioxide can kill microorganisms in water or in laboratory studies does NOT establish that drinking Chlorine Dioxide safely or effectively treats Lyme disease inside the human body.
I have NOT personally used Chlorine Dioxide to treat Lyme disease. If I were ever bitten again by a Lyme-carrying tick, this is an area I would want to investigate further, but I cannot present it as a proven treatment for Lyme disease. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35449999/
My Kidney Stone Solutions
My hope for you is, as in my case, that when combined, these materials and processes may have a compounding synergistic effect and help you pass your kidney stone with greater ease. That is what occurred with me. Plink, right into the porcelain pavilion and I didn’t even know it was gone!
Kidney Stone Solutions — Quick Reference Chart
| # | What I Used / Considered | What I Personally Did | Why I Used It / What It May Do |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prayer & Anointing | Prayer and anointing were part of my approach | Spiritual support and healing |
| 2 | Ibuprofen | I personally took 800 mg | Reduces inflammation and kidney-stone pain |
| 3 | Chanca Piedra / Stonebreaker Tea | Used as part of my protocol | Human studies suggest it may help reduce stone burden or assist stone clearance |
| 4 | Herb Pharm Stone Breaker Compound | Used the herbal combination | Contains Chanca Piedra plus other traditional stone-support herbs |
| 5 | Hydrangea Root | About 2 capsules, 3× daily | Traditionally used for urinary/kidney support |
| 6 | Citric Acid / Citrate | Used as part of my protocol | Citrate can inhibit calcium-crystal formation, growth and aggregation |
| 7 | Baking Soda | Used to alkalinize the urine | Raising urine pH can be useful particularly with uric-acid stones |
| 8 | Ginger | I experienced very noticeable and rather sharp pain relief | May have helped my discomfort; this was my personal experience |
| 9 | Asparagus + Coke | I did NOT personally use this; I heard testimony about it | A commonly discussed home remedy, but Coke has not been shown to dissolve kidney stones |
| 10 | Gravity / Heel-Jumping | I personally used gravity and heel-jumping | Intended to encourage movement of the stone |
1. Prayer & anointing for healing.
2. Ibuprofen for pain relief!! I always thought that this medication was a ho-hum, do-nothing drug UNTIL I had that very painful kidney stone. WOW, did this stuff stop the pain! If you’ve had a wake-up call in the middle of the night by that little calculi rattling around in your R or L kidney, you want pain relief big-time.
My dose was four 200 mg capsules/pills for a total of 800 mg. Ibuprofen may not be appropriate for everyone, particularly people with kidney disease, stomach ulcers or bleeding, or those taking certain blood-thinning medications. Check with your healthcare provider about the appropriate dose for you.
3. Chanca Piedra (Phyllanthus niruri), commonly called “Stone Breaker,” has also been studied in humans for kidney stones. Clinical research suggests it may help reduce stone burden and may assist stone clearance, although additional controlled studies are still needed. A 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled human studies found statistically significant reductions in average kidney-stone size and number, although the authors emphasized that the amount of clinical evidence was limited. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16890682/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32333735/
4. Stone Breaker Compound Stone Breaker Compound is a liquid herbal extract that you take in water. It’s not a great taste. I used it as part of my kidney-stone process. The current Herb Pharm formula contains Chanca Piedra (Stone Breaker), Hydrangea root, Burdock seed, Khella seed, and Juniper berry. The manufacturer’s current directions are 1 squeeze of the dropper bulb in 8 ounces of water or juice, 3 times per day, preferably between meals. PubMed Research: Chanca Piedra has been studied in humans for kidney stones, with research suggesting it may help reduce stone burden.
5. Hydrangea Root Capsules I also took Hydrangea Root capsules as part of my kidney-stone process. I took about 2 capsules, 3 times per day. A good pastor friend told me about Hydrangea Root and said that he had used it by itself and believed it helped him pass his kidney stones. So I added it to my process. Hydrangea Root has a long history of traditional use for urinary and kidney-stone problems. However, unlike Chanca Piedra, good human clinical research demonstrating that Hydrangea Root can dissolve or help pass kidney stones is currently lacking.
6. What Is Citric Acid? Citric acid is naturally found in many fruits and fruit juices, particularly citrus fruits. It may be beneficial for people prone to certain types of kidney stones because citrate in the urine can bind calcium and help inhibit the formation, growth, and aggregation of calcium crystals.
Human studies have also investigated lemon juice as a dietary source of citrate. In one randomized study of patients with low urinary citrate and calcium stones, lemon juice significantly increased urinary citrate. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18946667/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40978115/
7. Baking Soda (Sodium Bicarbonate) Baking soda, also called sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃), can make the urine more alkaline. This can be useful for certain types of kidney stones, particularly uric-acid stones, which may sometimes be dissolved by maintaining the urine within an appropriate pH range. Sodium bicarbonate has also been studied in people who form calcium stones with low urinary citrate. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23602798/
Because too much alkalization can actually favor formation of some other stones, the amount of sodium bicarbonate used should ideally be based on the type of stone and requires urine-pH monitoring, rather than simply taking a fixed amount every day. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21121431/
8. Ground Ginger Powder I added 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of ground ginger powder to my tea, coffee, or another drink. Besides giving the drink a little kick, ginger contains a number of biologically active compounds and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In my own case, I experienced a very noticeable and rather sharp relief from the kidney-stone pain after taking the ginger.
That got my attention! I can’t say that ginger will have the same effect for everyone, but it certainly seemed to help with the pain in my case. Although ginger is sometimes recommended as a natural remedy for kidney stones, good human clinical evidence showing that ginger actually softens, dissolves, or breaks apart existing kidney stones is currently lacking.
9. One Pound of Asparagus and 2 Liters of Regular Coke I have heard of an unusual home remedy involving eating approximately one pound of asparagus and drinking two liters of regular Coke over the course of one day. I have NOT tried this myself, but I have heard testimony from people who believed they passed multiple stones after using this combination. I don’t know whether the asparagus was cooked, but I assume so. I include this only because I have heard the testimony—not because I can verify that the combination caused the stones to pass.
Although Coke contains phosphoric acid, I could not find good human evidence showing that the phosphoric acid in Coke dissolves kidney stones. In fact, some human research suggests that frequent consumption of phosphoric-acid-containing soft drinks may be associated with greater kidney-stone recurrence, rather than helping prevent it. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1624973/
10. Finally, a Simple Little Gravity Enhancement
Finally, a simple little gravity enhancement can be accomplished by jumping up and landing on your heels in an effort to encourage movement of the stone along its journey through the urinary tract. I did this simple maneuver several times a day as part of my own process—and, of course, the cost is free!
Interestingly, researchers have studied the use of gravity, body positioning and mechanical percussion to help kidney-stone fragments move. Although this is not the same as my heel-jumping maneuver, the general idea of using mechanical movement and gravity to assist stone passage does have some scientific support.
PubMed Research:
2026 Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis — PMID 42606615
Randomized Controlled Trial — PMID 15922429
IMPORTANT: These are things that I personally used or investigated for kidney stones. Seek medical attention promptly if you have fever or chills, cannot urinate, have persistent vomiting, or have severe pain that cannot be controlled. A kidney stone can sometimes obstruct the urinary tract and, particularly when infection is present, require urgent medical treatment. NOTE: https://uroweb.org/guidelines/urolithiasis/chapter/guidelines
As you can see, the total cost of the things I personally used was relatively inexpensive—a far cry from the cost of an Emergency Room visit or possibly lithotripsy, a medical procedure that uses shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller pieces that can then be passed in the urine.
And you can go on to praise the Lord when that little bugger finally clinks into the toilet—or breaks up and is easily passed out in the urine!
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Bill Nelson
Keep in mind that these suggestions come primarily from my own personal experience with several kidney stones and a terrible case of Lyme Disease.
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