Episode 54 - Dr Todd Maderis - Uncovering The Root Of Long Covid

MEET THE GUEST Dr. Todd Maderis is the Founder and Medical Director of Marin Natural Medicine Clinic in the San Francisco Bay Area. His approach to treating complex chronic illness is to identify all underlying causes of symptoms to provide a clear direction for treatment. With over a decade of experience treating Lyme disease and complex chronic illnesses, he realizes each patient is unique and requires an individualized treatment strategy. He enjoys keeping up with scientific research in his specialty areas and sharing that information through writing on his website and social media.WHAT WE TALK ABOUT - Dr. Maderis’s background in chronic illness, Lyme, and mold-related conditions.- How COVID can trigger or reactivate underlying infections and toxic burdens.- Why long COVID often hides deeper root causes like mold, Lyme, and viral reactivations.- The role of biofilm and fibrin in persistent infections and immune dysregulation.- How genetics like Factor 5 and ABCC1 influence chronic illness outcomes.- The connection between mast cell activation, inflammation, and environmental triggers.- Common symptoms of long COVID including fatigue, brain fog, and POTS.- The importance of proper testing for toxins, infections, and immune markers.- How detox, immune modulation, and mitochondrial repair aid full recovery.- Why healing at the cellular level is key to resolving long-term symptoms.EPISODE RESOURCES Function HealthTrack root causes of inflammation with 100+ lab markers tied to oral and systemic health. Use code ESCHLICK10 for a discount.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/FunctionHealthRho NutritionCustom liquid vitamins to support immune strength, detox pathways, and mitochondrial repair. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 15% OFF first purchase.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/RhoNutritionHealthgevity PeptidesPeptide-based supplements to support mitochondrial health, tissue repair, and immune balance. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 10% OFF.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/Healthgevity Mrs. RogersHoodHerbal parasite and biofilm cleanse to help clear persistent infections and support detoxification. Use code Trailtohealth for 10% OFF.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/mrsrogershoodLife CykelFunctional mushroom tinctures to help modulate immunity and improve energy in long COVID recovery.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/LifeCykelPique TeaHigh-quality teas packed with antioxidants to support the immune system and reduce inflammation post-viral infection.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/PiqueSomavedicEMF-harmonizing technology that supports parasympathetic healing and cell regeneration during chronic illness recovery. Use code TRAILTOHEALTH for 10% OFF.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/somavedicEarthingGrounding products to reduce inflammation and calm nervous system overstimulation from chronic stress and illness.https://shop.thetrailtohealth.com/earthingCONNECT WITH THE GUEST Website:https://drtoddmaderis.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drtoddmaderis/ Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGtmvtz_10IRyMsI_Eu7z5g Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/drtoddmaderis/ X:https://x.com/dr_todd KEYWORDS biological dentistry, holistic dentist, root canals, cavitation surgery, oral health, chronic illness, dental toxins, Lyme disease, immune burden, ozone therapy, dental infections, gut connection, mouth-body link, inflammation, systemic healing, dental detox, jawbone health, parasympathetic