EPISODE SUMMARY:
Welcome back to the Wellfuel Podcast with your host, Isabel Smith!
As warmer weather returns and we start spending more time outdoors, so does a less welcome part of the season: tick season. In this episode, Isabel opens up about her own experiences with ticks and Lyme disease, and shares practical, no-fuss strategies to help you stay safe while still enjoying the great outdoors.
From what to wear on a hike to how to do a thorough tick check (yes, even on your pets!), this episode is full of approachable, real-world advice for navigating nature with confidence. You’ll also hear about some of Isabel’s favorite tools and products that make tick prevention easier and more effective.
Tune in for a down-to-earth conversation about tick prevention—and don’t forget to follow the WellFuel Podcast for more expert health insights!
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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:
- Where ticks are most commonly found—and how to avoid them
- The real dangers of nymph ticks (and why they’re easy to miss)
- How to dress for tick prevention
- Tips for tick checks—for yourself, your kids, and your pets
- Tools and products Isabel swears by, including Tick Mitts, lint rollers, pet sprays, and more
- How to protect your home and yard without overusing harsh chemicals
- What to do if you find a tick—and what to watch for afterward
CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Welcome to the WellFuel Podcast
00:16 – Isabel’s Personal Experience with Ticks and Lyme Disease
01:36 – The Rise in Tick-Borne Illnesses: What You Need to Know
03:36 – Staying Outdoorsy and Protected
05:45 – Pet Parents, This One’s for You
07:14 – Isabel’s Go-To Tick Prevention Strategies
09:30 – What to Do if You Get Bitten
11:09 – Tick-Proofing Your Yard the Smart Way
13:40 – Recap: Essentials to Keep On Hand This Summer
16:14 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement
HELPFUL DEFINITIONS:
Babesia: A microscopic parasite that infects red blood cells and is transmitted by tick bites.
Bartonella: Bacteria that can infect humans and animals, spread through fleas, lice, and ticks.
Lyme Relapsing Fever: A recurring illness caused by tick-borne spirochetes, related to Lyme disease.
Anaplasmosis: A bacterial disease spread by tick bites, affecting white blood cells.
Toxoplasmosis: A parasite that can infect humans and animals, lasting a long time in the body.
Alpha-gal Syndrome: A tick-borne allergy to red meat caused by the Lone Star tick bite.
Nymph Tick: A juvenile tick stage, about the size of a poppy seed, and often responsible for transmitting Lyme disease.
Doxycycline: An antibiotic used to treat tick-borne bacterial infections like Lyme.
Permethrin-Treated Clothing: Insecticide-treated gear and clothing that repels ticks and other insects.
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